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Fraser T Smith on the next James Bond theme: “It could be a rapper. It’s time isn’t it? It could be Stormzy”
Fraser T Smith has expressed his desire to write a James Bond theme song in the future, adding that “it’s time” the film franchise invited a rapper like Stormzy to perform such a track. The producer and songwriter was speaking on the new podcast series For Your Ears Only, which has been produced by the SPYSCAPE Podcast Network and features insights from influential musicians, composers, directors and actors into their favourite film and television music. READ MORE: Fraser T Smith on debut album ‘12 Questions’, that Foo Fighters cover and his pride in Stormzy and Dave Smith is one of a...
Fucked Up premiere colossal 26-minute collaboration with Julien Baker
Fucked Up have completed the ninth instalment in their ongoing Zodiac series with ‘Year of the Horse’, featuring guest vocals from indie-rock stalwart Julien Baker on the fourth track. READ MORE: The best hardcore albums of all time The sprawling 26-minute track, split up into four “scenes”, ebbs and flows between the gristly hardcore Fucked Up are beloved for, melodic arena rock and passages of ethereal keys and trumpets. Baker joins a cast of vocalists each ducking in and out of the track, including the band’s frontman Damian Abraham and drummer Jonah Flaco, Eidolon, Tuka Mohammed and Maegan Brooks...
Justin Bieber announces rescheduled dates for his ‘Justice World Tour’
Justin Bieber has announced rescheduled dates for his ‘Justice World Tour’. The tour was set to kick off this summer, but the dates have now been pushed back to next year due to Covid-19 restrictions. Bieber will play 52 North American dates, adding an additional seven arena shows. Advertisement “We’re working hard to make this tour the best one yet,” Bieber said in a statement. “I’m excited to get out there and engage with my fans again.” The tour will now kick off in San Diego on 18 February, with new stop-offs added in Jacksonville, Orlando, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and...
Watch Conan O’Brien react to BTS’ J-Hope calling him “Curtain”
Conan O’Brien has reacted to a clip of BTS’ J-Hope getting his name wrong while playing a game on a South Korean variety show. READ MORE: BTS’ J-Hope donates ₩100million to aid victims of child violence During Wednesday night’s (May 5) episode of Conan, the American talk show included a segment where he watched a clip of the BTS member’s hilarious blunder. In the video, the group were challenged to identify various celebrities in a game. Upon being shown a picture of O’Brien, J-Hope blurted out “curtain!”, before realising his mistake and collapsing to the floor in laughter. Advertisement...
Elbow celebrate 20th anniversary of ‘Asleep In The Back’ by sharing rare tracks on streaming
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed debut album ‘Asleep In The Back‘, Elbow have released a collection of rare tracks from the era to streaming services. Having already announced the release of exclusive coloured vinyl 10” editions of ‘The Newborn EP’ and ‘The Any Day Now EP’ for Record Store Day 2021, the Mercury-winning Manchester indie veterans today further celebrate two decades since their first album by sharing more early cuts on streaming services. Alongside the original studio album of ‘Alseep In The Back’ and a number of b-sides hitting streaming, the collection includes tracks taken from...
New ‘Cinderella’ film starring Camila Cabello set for Amazon Prime Video
The new live-action Cinderella film starring Camila Cabello has found a home at Amazon Prime Video. The previously announced film, which will be the singer’s film debut, is set to skip a traditional cinema release and come straight to the streaming service. READ MORE: The Big Read – Camila Cabello: “I’m the most emo person ever” As reported by Deadline, Cinderella comes from Sony Pictures and will debut on Amazon later this year. Advertisement Cabello, in a starring role, will be joined by a supporting cast including Idina Menzel, Billy Porter, Nick Galitzine, Minnie Driver, Pierce Brosnan and James Corden, the...
Nirvana fans can now bid on strands of Kurt Cobain’s hair
Six strands of Kurt Cobain‘s hair are being auctioned off along with items from Led Zeppelin, The Beatles and more. The late Nirvana frontman’s blonde locks will go under the hammer as part of the ‘Amazing Music Auction’, which kicks off today (May 6) via Iconic Auctions. READ MORE: Nirvana – every album ranked and rated According to the company’s official listing, the strands come from a haircut Cobain had back in 1989 while he was out on the road in support of Nirvana’s debut studio album, ‘Bleach’. Advertisement “This one-of-a-kind artifact is entirely fresh-to-market, and accompanied by an...
Nick Cave says “suffering affords us to become better human beings” in new letter
Nick Cave has given a fan advice on how to tackle suffering in a new ‘Red Hand Files’ letter. READ MORE: Nick Cave & Warren Ellis – ‘Carnage’ review: the peak of their powers Replying to a letter Cave received asking what the value of suffering is, the Bad Seeds frontman replied: “What do we do with suffering? As far as I can see, we have two choices – we either transform our suffering into something else, or we hold on to it, and eventually pass it on.” He continued: “In order to transform our pain, we must acknowledge...
Sunday Best Recordings announce all-day event to mark 20th anniversary
Sunday Best Recordings is set to mark its 20th anniversary with a special all-day event this autumn. Founded in 2000 by Sarah Bolshi and Rob da Bank, the label’s current roster includes artists such as Dub Pistols, David Lynch, Mary Epworth and JW Francis. On Sunday, October 3, Sunday Best will take over London’s Electric Ballroom Camden to celebrate its two-decade milestone with a host of DJ sets and live performances. Tickets are available here for £27.50. ANNOUNCEMENT: We are extremely excited to announce our big 20 Years of Sunday Best All Dayer! ???? Celebrate with us on Sunday...Recent Posts
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