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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Wisemary’s Musical Evolution: From “Won’t Bow Down” to the Upcoming “Flashbang”

St. Louis’s rock ensemble Wisemary has been making waves in the local music scene, and their journey is a testament to their evolving sound and unyielding spirit. Known for their soulful classic rock covers, the band, under the mentorship of Grammy-nominated superproducer Carl Nappa, has transformed into a group with a distinctive, authentic sound. Their latest releases, “Won’t Bow Down” and the upcoming “Flashbang,” showcase this evolution. “Won’t Bow Down,” the band’s debut single, is a powerful anthem of defiance and resilience. The song’s lyrics, “Hide in the shallows / You circle like a shark / I sold my...
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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...
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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...