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Everything Everything share apocalyptic new single ‘The Mad Stone’

Everything Everything have shared their apocalyptic new track ‘The Mad Stone’ from their upcoming seventh album. ‘The Mad Stone’ is the second single to be released from the band’s album ‘Mountainhead‘. It follows the lead single ‘Cold Reactor‘. The new track was produced by Alex Robertshaw and Tom A.D. Fuller under their shared pseudonym Kaines & Tom AD. Speaking of the song in a press release, Everything Everything frontman Johnathan Higgs said: “This song sets out the grand narrative of the album, wherein a society is forever building an immense mountain, at the cost of living in the resulting giant hole (quarry).” Advertisement [embedded content] He continued: “Alex created an orchestral accompaniment and we recorded a lot of group vocals to give it a kind municipal choral sound.” ‘Mountainhead’ is set for release on March 1 and is available to pre-save/pre-order here. The album is centred on the concept of “Mountainhead”, described in press material as “an alternate society in which those at the bottom of society’s ladder are forced to work relentlessly to keep its elite, at the mountain’s peak, elevated”. Higgs added of the concept: “In another world, society has built an immense mountain. To make the mountain… Read More →

17NOVNews

Dua Lipa says buying her publishing rights is “something I’ve always wanted”

Dua Lipa has spoken about her recent acquisition of her publishing rights, something she says she has “always wanted”. Speaking to Audacy for a new interview published on Thursday (November 16), Lipa spoke about owning her catalogue and her new music. Earlier this month (November 2), it was announced that the pop singer had acquired the rights to her catalogue of songs in a deal with her previous publishers, TAP Music. When asked by Audacy what led to that decision, Dua Lipa replied: “I think it’s just something I’ve always wanted — to be in control of my own music.” She went on to explain that she thinks “all young artists should really understand the business behind music, especially in the beginning.” Advertisement Dua Lipa added: “To be able to have all the rights back to my songs feels really good. It’s my life’s work, so it’s good to be the person to say what happens with it.” [embedded content] Audacy host Bru then asked if Taylor Swift re-recording her first six albums in order to take control of her catalogue had set an example for the ‘Houdini’ singer, Lipa replied: “I think what had happened to Taylor obviously was… Read More →

17NOVNews

Red Velvet – ‘Chill Kill’ review: deliciously dark, delightfully macabre

For a while, something had been amiss in Red Velvet’s charm – the tail-end of their contract renewals and a string of largely forgettable releases prompted conversations about the group’s direction for the future, which is why ‘Chill Kill’ is such a welcome reprieve. With their third studio album, Red Velvet have returned to what they do best – spinning chilling tales with flawless harmonies at the centre. While we will address the eponymous title track ‘Chill Kill’ in just a moment, let’s give due credit to the other tracks on the album. All of them collectively contribute to the group’s reputation for having the best B-sides in K-pop, which often overshadow the title track itself, if one might dare say. ‘Knock Knock’ opens with bone-chilling harmonies by the group, layered over what appears to be a sample of Tchaikovsky’s ‘Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy’. Then, as sharp string and bass alternate, unfolds an Edgar Allan Poe-esque game of hide and seek. Propped up by imagery of desolate playgrounds and “deepening loneliness like the walking dead”, the group imagine running away from someone eerily resembling yourself. It’s all so perfectly reminiscent of the Red Velvet of yore that perhaps… Read More →

16NOVNews

How to get tickets for Beyonce’s RENAISSANCE concert film

Tickets are now on sale for RENAISSANCE: A FILM BY BEYONCÉ – check below to see how you can get yours. READ MORE: How concert films became big business (again) The upcoming concert film, which will be released in cinemas worldwide on December 1, chronicles the creation of Beyoncé’s record-setting global world tour with behind the scenes footage, while also immersing fans in her live performances. The official synopsis for the film reads: “RENAISSANCE: A FILM BY BEYONCÉ accentuates the journey of RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR – a record-setting worldwide concert tour that spanned 56 shows, 39 cities, and 12 countries – from its inception to the opening show in Stockholm, Sweden, to the grand finale in Kansas City, Missouri. Advertisement “It is about Beyoncé’s intention, hard work, involvement in every aspect of the production, her creative mind and purpose to create her legacy, and master her craft.” How to get tickets for Beyonce’s RENAISSANCE concert film Beyoncé performs onstage during the “RENAISSANCE WORLD TOUR” at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on October 01, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Parkwood) Tickets are now offiically on sale for the concert film, meaning you can book from any of the UK… Read More →

16NOVNews

Joni Mitchell, Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio attend Robbie Robertson memorial

Joni Mitchell and Leonardo DiCaprio were among those who gathered to celebrate the life and music of the late The Band guitarist and singer-songwriter Robbie Robertson last night (15 November). The memorial, held at Robertson’s longtime Los Angeles studio home The Village, included a moving tribute from director Martin Scorsese and performances of Robertson’s music from Jackson Browne, Citizen Cope, Angela McCluskey and others. Robertson died after a long illness on 9 August, aged 80. Advertisement Scorsese and Robertson first met while making The Band’s legendary concert film The Last Waltz. “I guess when all is said and done it was a kind of folie à deux,” said Scorsese in his eulogy. “That is, two individuals came together and did something that on their own they wouldn’t have done.” Initially planned as simply a live recording of the group’s 1976 farewell concert, Scorsese and Robertson spent two years working on the film together. “During those two years Robbie stayed in the house, we had informal classes,” Scorsese remembered. “Music class for me, film class for him. He introduced me to obscure blues music, gospel, and the Sacred Harp Singers. I introduced him to Sam Fuller movies, Pasolini’s Accattone, Visconti… We… Read More →

16NOVNews

Pedro Pascal reportedly in talks for ‘Fantastic Four’

Pedro Pascal could soon join the Marvel Cinematic Universe‘s Fantastic Four, according to reports. READ MORE: ‘The Last Of Us’ review: an apocalyptically good video game port According to a report from Deadline Hollywood, the Mandalorian and The Last Of Us actor is in talks with Marvel to play the role of Reed Richards, also known as Mr. Fantastic, in an upcoming film adaptation of the Fantastic Four. Per Deadline Hollywood‘s sources, the Chilean-American actor has yet to come to terms with Marvel over the aforementioned role, but that negotiations are “headed in the right direction”. Marvel had no comment on the matter for Deadline Hollywood. Advertisement Further information surrounding the film, including its plot and cast, has yet to be announced. Should Pedro Pascal land the role, he’ll be the third actor to officially play the role of Reed Richards, following Ioan Gruffudd and Miles Teller. Alex Hyde-White notably portrayed the character in a 1994 Fantastic Four film, though that film was never officially released. Pedro Pascal. CREDIT: Leon Bennett/Getty Images Matt Shakman, who helmed the acclaimed Marvel series WandaVision for Disney+ is set to helm the upcoming Fantastic Four film, which is currently targetted for a May 2025 release…. Read More →

16NOVNews

Mitski to write music and lyrics for stage adaptation of ‘The Queen’s Gambit’

Mitski has been confirmed to write the music and lyrics for an upcoming stage adaptation of The Queen’s Gambit. READ MORE: Mitski – ‘The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We’ review: masterful, as ever The stage adaptation – first announced in 2021 – was announced to be moving forward today by producers Level Forward on social media, in which it confirmed Mitski’s role in the musical. Advertisement Playwright Eboni Booth (Primary Trust) writing the play while Obie Award-winner Whitney White (Jaja’s African Hair Braiding) is set to direct the stage adaptation. The stage musical adaptation has yet to receive a debut date but is currently in production. Mitski said of her involvement in the stage adaptation, per The Hollywood Reporter: “Before Level Forward even brought the idea of making a musical of The Queen’s Gambit, I was a fan of the Netflix show, and an even greater fan of the original novel. So I was already determined to be a member of this team.” She continued: “And then I met Eboni and Whitney, and my determination grew tenfold! I absolutely had to be a part of this! I am ecstatic to get to work with all of these amazing creatives, who’ve… Read More →

15NOVNews

Bleachers team up with Lana Del Rey on ‘Alma Mater’ and announce new self-titled album

Bleachers have shared their latest single ‘Alma Mater’ and have announced their new self-titled album ‘Bleachers’. READ MORE: Bleachers: “This album is about wanting to hold joy, and not understanding why you can’t” ‘Alma Mater’ is the second track to be released from Jack Antonoff and co.’s forthcoming album. It follows the lead single ‘Modern Girl‘, which was released earlier in September. The song was co-written by Lana Del Rey and features her singing “I’ll make it darker” towards the middle of the song. The track is slower with melodic horns, the complete opposite of the previously released lead single which saw the band share another feel-good track with a bright Americana beat and catchy lyrics about “going out and shaking ass”. Advertisement [embedded content] Both tracks will be featured on the band’s fourth studio album ‘Bleachers’. A press release describes the LP as “Antonoff’s distinctly New Jersey take on the bizarre sensory contradictions of modern life, on his position in culture, and on the things he cares about. Sonically, it’s sad, it’s joyful, it’s music for driving on the highway to, for crying to and for dancing to at weddings.” ‘Bleachers’ is set for release on March 8. It also… Read More →

15NOVNews

David Schwimmer pays tribute to Matthew Perry: “I will never forget your impeccable comic timing”

David Schwimmer has paid tribute to his late Friends co-star Matthew Perry, praising him for his “impeccable comic timing” and big “heart”. The actor, who portrayed Ross Geller opposite Perry’s Chandler Bing in the US sitcom, shared a photo of the pair dressed in ’80s suits from an episode alongside his note on Instagram today (November 15). Schwimmer wrote: “Thank you for ten incredible years of laughter and creativity. Advertisement “I will never forget your impeccable comic timing and delivery. You could take a straight line of dialogue and bend it to your will, resulting in something so entirely original and unexpectedly funny it still astonishes. “And you had heart. Which you were generous with, and shared with us, so we could create a family out of six strangers.” He continued: “This photo is from one of my favourite moments with you. Now it makes me smile and grieve at the same time. “I imagine you up there, somewhere, in the same white suit, hands in your pockets, looking around— ‘Could there BE any more clouds?’” The actor’s tribute follows one by his co-star Jennifer Aniston, who also posted a statement today (November 15). Advertisement Aniston, who portrayed Rachel Green… Read More →

15NOVNews

Soojin – ‘AGASSY’ review: a captivating love letter to herself

“I’m blooming when you look at me,” Soojin sings in fragile wisps on the intro of her debut solo mini-album, ‘AGASSY’. “Hello my sunshine.” The resilience of flowers speak volumes; come rain or shine, they stand tall and retain their vibrancy – and Soojin herself is much the same. After leaving popular girl group (G)I-DLE under a cloud of controversy, the singer has largely spent the last two years away from the spotlight. ‘AGASSY’, her first release since, masquerades as a lovelorn record that employs the poetic metaphors that have always surrounded flora, but look closer and you’ll find that written between its lines is a soft but stern statement of self-empowerment. Not only is it a testament to her strength in returning to what does best – making music and performing, as she sings on the record’s title track (“Love, love, I don’t know that kind of thing / I just dance”) – it is also a captivating love letter to herself. [embedded content] On ‘Sunflower’, she depicts the giddiness of falling head first in love, comparing the experience of developing deep emotions for someone to a sunflower blooming within her: “The feeling becomes clearer / In short, dazed… Read More →

15NOVNews

Christopher Nolan urges fans to buy ‘Oppenheimer’ on Blu-ray so “no evil streaming service can come and steal it from you”

Christopher Nolan has shared his thoughts on Oppenheimer‘s upcoming release on Blu-ray and digital, urging fans to opt for the former of the two options. READ MORE: ‘Oppenheimer’ review: Christopher Nolan’s mind-blowing biopic hits like a bomb to the brain While introducing the film at a special screening in Los Angeles on Monday (November 13), Nolan took a jab at streaming services while sharing more about his approach to releasing films on Blu-ray and other physical avenues. Nolan said: “Obviously Oppenheimer has been quite a ride for us and now it is time for me to release a home version of the film. I’ve been working very hard on it for months. I’m known for my love of theatrical and put my whole life into that, but, the truth is, the way the film goes out at home is equally important.” Christopher Nolan talks about “trying to translate the photography and sound [in #Oppenheimer]…for a version that you can buy and own at home and put on a shelf so no evil streaming service can come and steal it from you.”https://t.co/UJbRshlGgL pic.twitter.com/Hr5no5TSvX — Variety (@Variety) November 14, 2023 Advertisement Nolan went on to explain that he goes to great lengths to… Read More →

14NOVNews

‘Game Of Thrones’ famous trees are to be destroyed

A number of trees on an avenue in Northern Ireland that was used in the filming of Game Of Thrones are set to be destroyed. READ MORE: House Of The Dragon review: Game Of Thrones saga continues in style The Dark Hedges, a tunnel of beech trees near Armoy in County Antrim, became a popular tourist attraction after being featuring in the hit HBO series as part of series’ fictional King’s Road. The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) confirmed to BBC News yesterday (November 13) that “essential tree safety works” would begin at the site the Bregagh Road next week. Advertisement It follows a recent report that found that the majority of the trees are in a poor state. 11 trees on the route were in a poor condition and could pose a potential risk to the public. DfI said that removal and remedial works on the privately owned land will start on Monday (November 20). ‘Game Of Thrones’ fans take photographs of one another as they visit The Dark Hedges. CREDIT: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images Officials for the department said that the work will remove six of the trees, with their stump retained, as well as remedial work carried out on… Read More →

14NOVNews

Watch Richard Ayoade join Dinosaur Jr. on stage in London

Actor, comedian and director Richard Ayoade joined Dinosaur Jr. on stage at their London show last night (November 13) as a special guest. READ MORE: Freakscene: The Story of Dinosaur Jr. review: behind the music with US indie’s biggest introverts The rock veterans are currently completing a four-night residency at The Garage in Islington in honour of the 30th anniversary of their fifth studio LP, ‘Where You Been’. Last night (November 13), Ayoade joined the band on stage and played guitar during a live rendition of ‘The Lung’. Advertisement The actor and director is no stranger to the music world. He has previously worked with bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Vampire Weekend, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Last Shadow Puppets, directing a few of their music videos. Arctic Monkeys and The Last Shadow Puppets frontman Alex Turner also teamed up with Ayoade, creating the soundtrack to his 2010 indie film Submarine. @officialdinosaurjr Thanks for jamming on The Lung, Richard. And thanks to Tiffany Anders, Andrew Innes and Jim Jones for sitting in last night. Back for night 2 of 4 celebrating Where You Been tonight at The Garage #dinosaurjr #jmascis #loubarlow #guitartok #richardayoade #guitartok #london #theitcrowd ♬ original sound – DinosaurJr Back in… Read More →

14NOVNews

PinkPantheress says ‘Boy’s A Liar’ is “crap” comment was taken out of context

PinkPantheress has shed new light on recent comments that suggested she thought her hit song ‘Boy’s A Liar’ and its remix with Ice Spice were “crap”. The singer and producer recently spoke to The Guardian, where she opened up about her newfound fame and how it’s impacted her career. “With every new height that I achieve, I feel like I have to do something that proves that I’m a serious artist,” she said. “Even with ‘Boy’s a Liar’: people know me for the song, but I feel like now I have to prove that I can write.” The Guardian reported that PinkPantheress said she “didn’t expect it to be my biggest song”: “I thought on an internet level it was going to be big. I didn’t expect it to be big on the radio.” Advertisement [embedded content] The artist also supposedly told The Guardian that she thought ‘Boy’s a Liar’ and its remix with Ice Spice was “crap”: “The songs that are not my greatest are the ones that do better.” She also called the song ‘Internet Baby’ off her new album ‘Heaven knows‘ “crap”. However, PinkPantheress took to social media yesterday (November 13) to explain that the comment was… Read More →

14NOVNews

Troye Sivan reacts to Timothée Chalamet playing him on ‘SNL’: “It’s like a weird fucking dream”

Troye Sivan has shared his reaction to actor Timothée Chalamet parodying him on the latest episode of Saturday Night Live (SNL) – see what the pop star had to say below. This past weekend (November 11), Chalamet – who hosted Saturday Night Live with musical guests boygenius – participated in a skit acting as a sleep demon in the form of Sivan. “I’m an Australian YouTube twink turned indie pop star, and model turned HBO actor Troye Sivan played by an American actor who can’t do an Australian accent,” he joked. Chalamet then performed the choreography from Sivan’s song ‘Got Me Started’, which ends with him pulling his pants down and revealing his bright red underwear. Advertisement After appearing to the woman in hospital several times, Chalamet is joined by all three members of boygenius – the trio of Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, Julien Baker. All four then danced as Sivan, turning around to show their underwear. Now, Sivan has shared a TikTok video reacting to Chalamet’s parody, saying: “The only way I can describe this is, it’s like a weird fucking dream. Like imagine… Timothée Chalamet was in my dream, but he was me, and he was wearing my clothes.” Watch Troye Sivan’s… Read More →

13NOVNews

Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson clarifies stance on Palestine after Madrid gig incident: “No more killing”

Sleaford Mods frontman Jason Williamson has clarified his stance on the Israel-Hamas war after the band recently cut short a concert in Madrid. The duo were playing at La Riviera in the Spanish capital earlier this month but decided to end the show early, after a Palestinian scarf was repeatedly thrown onstage. The band subsequently addressed the situation on X, formerly Twitter, Williamson writing: “Don’t be asking me to pick sides for something I ain’t got any real idea about, at a gig. I’m a singer. My job is music. The only real thing I know about War is that I’m sick and tired of premature death like we all are. Of the murder of anyone, under whatever fucking belief grid.” Advertisement He has now addressed the incident again in a new tweet this afternoon (November 13). #nomorekilling #meaningfulceasefirenow pic.twitter.com/k8LF0cU2Yc — Sleaford Mods (@sleafordmods) November 13, 2023 He wrote: “Some context is needed about Madrid. I’m horrified by the atrocities committed in Gaza and Israel and I’m horrified by the atrocities committed elsewhere in the world that are not in the current news cycle. “I’m angry about the manipulation of human grief and rage by politicians, the media, agitators, and… Read More →

13NOVNews

My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy, Jimmy Eat World and more to play classic albums in full at When We Were Young 2024

My Chemical Romance, Fall Out Boy and Jimmy Eat World are among a host of acts that look set to play a series of classic albums at When We Were Young 2024. A tweet from Live Nation shared the announcement earlier this afternoon (November 13) on X before it was swiftly deleted. But many fans have reposted the line-up and which albums each band will play at the emo bash in Las Vegas on October 24, 2024. Advertisement Among the classic albums announced to be performed live are MCR’s classic 2006 album ‘The Black Parade’, Jimmy Eat World’s ‘Bleed American’, The Distillers‘ ‘Coral Fang’, A Day To Remember‘s ‘Homesick’ and Dashboard Confessional‘s ‘Dusk And Summer’. Fall Out Boy will also play a classic album live but it has been confirmed which one as yet. You can view the full list, which is yet to be officially confirmed below. When We Were Young Fest has announced their 2024 lineup “Playing the albums” pic.twitter.com/8c7qkrJYhx — Met*lcore Cl*wnboy (@MetalBlakedowns) November 13, 2023 Other acts set to play classic albums include the All-American Rejects, New Found Glory, The Used, Mayday Parade, Chiodos, Movements, Bayside, The Maine, Saves the Day, The Wonder Years, The Starting… Read More →

12NOVNews

Paul Thomas Anderson has reportedly worked with Radiohead spin-off The Smile on new project

Director Paul Thomas Anderson has reportedly worked with Radiohead spin-off The Smile on a mysterious new project. READ MORE: The Smile live at Brooklyn’s Kings Theatre review The director has worked with Radiohead previously, including on the direction of their ‘Moon Shaped Pool’ video ‘Daydreaming‘ while guitarist Jonny Greenwood has scored for Anderson’s films in the past including Liquorice Pizza, There Will Be Blood and The Master. Eagle-eyed fans on social media spotted that posters for a project have appeared at London’s Prince Charles Cinema linking Anderson and The Smile, who are made up of Thom Yoke, Greenwood and Tom Skinner. Advertisement The cinema themselves tweeted the image with a side-eye caption earlier today and it features The Smile on a poster with a new project titled Wall Of Eyes. Paul Thomas Anderson is also listed on the poster. Check out the image below. 👀 pic.twitter.com/eQRYJucglV — Prince Charles Cinema (@ThePCCLondon) November 11, 2023 Back in June, The Smile shared the single ‘Bending Hectic’, their first new release of 2023 and their first their acclaimed debut LP ‘A Light For Attracting Attention’, which arrived last year. Initially, the track was performed during the band’s set at Montreux Jazz Festival in 2022, although was not included on the… Read More →

12NOVNews

Dua Lipa says Tame Impala’s ‘Currents’ “completely changed my life”

Dua Lipa has opened up about her recent collaboration with Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker and has revealed that the band’s ‘Currents‘ album, “completely changed my life.” READ MORE: Dua Lipa: “If somebody told me not to discuss issues I’m passionate about? I wouldn’t listen” The singer announced her return earlier this week (November 10) with the song ‘Houdini’, her first new music since 2020’s ‘Future Nostalgia’, which NME rated five stars upon release. Lipa’s upcoming new album is set to have what Lipa deemed “a psychedelic through-line”, which many think is the influence of her collaboration with Parker. Advertisement Now, in a new interview with Triple J, Lipa has opened up about working with Parker more and how the band’s music was pivotal in her life. “In terms of things that I’m obsessed with, ‘Currents’ has been the soundtrack to my life,” Lipa said of Tame Impala’s third album, released in 2015. “It’s one of my favourite albums ever ever ever. [It] was kind of like the gateway drug for me into Tame Impala. It completely changed my life and so it was very, very cool to be able to collaborate with him this way.” [embedded content] Lipa said she’d always “admired”… Read More →

12NOVNews

David Harbour opens up about returning to film ‘Stranger Things’

David Harbour has opened up about returning to Stranger Things in a new interview. READ MORE: Here’s what we know about ‘Stranger Things’ season five Speaking to People, Harbour said he was “thrilled” to start working on Stranger Things again after the SAG strike ended on November 9. Harbour, who plays Jim Hopper in the long-running Netflix show, says he will be back filming on the show tomorrow (November 13). Advertisement “I mean, I don’t know if we’ll be shooting next week, but yeah, as soon as possible,” he told the outlet, saying that he heard from the programme’s show runners as soon as the news about the strike ending was announced. “They literally called me, I think it was 10 minutes after the SAG thing on Twitter,” Harbour explained. “The first AD [assistant director] is like, ‘So, get the flight for you on Monday, right? We’ll be acting in Atlanta.’” “I’m thrilled with that. I’m ready to work,” he continued. “I mean, there are other people that maybe aren’t, but I am thrilled.” David Harbour as Jim Hopper in ‘Stranger Things’ season 3. Credit: Netflix. Harbour went on to say how much he struggled during the strike, equating it with his time during… Read More →

12NOVNews

Watch Timothée Chalamet impersonate Martin Scorsese on ‘SNL’

Timothée Chalamet hosted Saturday Night Live last night and in one skit, impersonated legendary director Martin Scorsese. The actor, who also recently appeared in a Scorsese-directed perfume ad, also shouted out Scorsese’s recent film, Killers of the Flower Moon. In his opening monologue, he joked: “when you get that call that Martin Scorsese wants to direct you, the first think you think is, ‘Man, I really hope it’s a perfume commercial!” In another skit, it sees a host of the SNL cast portray famous people who could have read Britney Spear’s new memoir, The Woman in Me. In that, Chalamet plays Scorsese who auditions to read the book. Advertisement You can see the moment here: [embedded content] Elsewhere in the show, Chalamet was able to promote his upcoming film Wonka in his new monologue after the SAG strike ended on November 9. Set to the tune of ‘Pure Imagination’, Chalamet sang: “Come with me, and you’ll be in a world of shameless self-promotion — it’s OK, I can say…” before bursting out: “My new film Wonka is coming out in theatres December 15″. He then went on to shout out his co-stars: “Keyword: damn, Hugh Grant got that Oompa Loompa dump truck!” This is Chalamet’s second time hosting SNL; this episode, he was… Read More →