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Morrissey says new album ‘Bonfire Of Teenagers’ will no longer drop in February

Morrissey has revealed that his forthcoming 14th solo album, ‘Bonfire of Teenagers’, will no longer be released in February of 2023. The singer shared a message to his official website Morrissey Central yesterday (November 14), with the header ‘BONFIRE UNLIT’. The two-sentence statement reads as follows, in its entirety: “‘Bonfire of Teenagers’ is no longer scheduled for a February release, as stated by this site. Its fate is exclusively in the hands of Capitol Records (Los Angeles).” NME has reached out to Capitol Records for comment. The album, the follow-up to 2020’s ‘I am Not a Dog on a...
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Bring Me The Horizon tease new music in tour video

Bring Me The Horizon have shared a video giving fans an insight into their life on tour, which towards the end includes a snippet of a new song. The snippet commences with frontman Oli Sykes growling the words “hardcore feelings”, before some instrumentals soundtrack footage of a fan talking about what the band has helped her get through in her life. Lyrics referencing “thoughts don’t make no sense” and “suicidal tendencies” can also be heard. READ MORE: Bring Me The Horizon stand tall and proud at Reading & Leeds (nme.com) Advertisement The band are currently on tour in...
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Paramore at intimate Manhattan gig: “We’re really proud of the diverse fucking crowds that come to our shows”

Last night (November 13) Paramore returned to New York City for the first time in four years, to play a fan-fueled intimate show at Manhattan’s Beacon Theatre. Check out quotes, videos, and the setlist below. READ MORE: When We Were Young 2022 review: the nostalgic emo-fest reigns in a new age of pop-punk Hayley Williams took moments in between the set to banter with fans about the band’s two decades of music and memories, introducing fans that hadn’t seen Paramore live before to their new “family”. “You chose this – you left your house, the comfort of your couch,...
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Blur’s Alex James on possibility of new music: “I never know what’s going to happen”

Blur bassist Alex James has commented on the possibility of new music from the Britpop pioneers. James was speaking to Steve Lamacq on BBC 6Music earlier today (November 14) alongside drummer Dave Rowntree, following the news that the band will reunite for a one-off headline show at Wembley Stadium next year. Lamacq said to them: “I can’t imagine that you won’t write or record something because I just can’t imagine you in a room with Damon Albarn and not coming up with something new because he just can’t let it go. He has to write, doesn’t he?” “I literally...
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People of colour more likely to be hit with lockdown music fines, report finds

A new report has found that people of colour were more likely to be hit with COVID lockdown event fines. READ MORE: The Tories’ funding cuts threaten to make the arts (even more of a) playground for the rich According to a report from the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), 441 fines were issued in England and Wales between March 2020 and July 2021, with Black, Asian and mixed-race people accounting for more than a third. The data shows that people of colour were more likely to be fined for attending “amplified music” events or illegal raves during lockdown in...
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Eurovision 2023 could still be held in Kyiv, claim winners Kalush Orchestra

Kalush Orchestra have expressed hope that Eurovision 2023 could still be held in Kyiv. READ MORE: Kalush Orchestra – “It’s amazing that we can perform our music at Glastonbury” Speaking on the red carpet at this year’s MTV EMAs ceremony, the group, who won this year’s edition of the contest in Turin, said that next year’s competition could proceed as normal by having the previous winners’ country hosting. The UK placed second in this year’s contest and was subsequently asked in June to host Eurovision 2023. This decision came after organisers ruled that it wouldn’t be possible to provide...
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Primal Scream, Grace Jones, The Kooks, Human League and more for Camp Bestival 2023 twin sites line-up

Organisers of Camp Bestival have announced the headliners for the 15th anniversary of the festival, which is again being held at two sites. Grace Jones, Craig David and The Kooks will top the bill at the festival’s Dorset site at Lulworth Castle from July 27-30, 2023, while Primal Scream, Rudimental and The Human League will headline the Shropshire event in Weston Park from August 17-20, 2023. Also playing Camp Bestival Dorset event are: Confidence Man, Melanie C, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Sam Ryder, Ella Henderson, East 17, The Cuban Brothers, David Rodigan, Goldie Lookin Chain, Hot Dub Time Machine, Roni Size,...
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Watch The Breeders perform Pixies’ ‘Gigantic’ with Dave Grohl 

Foo Fighters‘ Dave Grohl joined The Breeders on stage to perform the Pixies classic ‘Gigantic’ at a charity concert this weekend (November 13) – check out footage below. READ MORE: Inside the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert: “A gigantic fucking night for a gigantic fucking person” The musicians were on the line-up at this year’s veteran benefit VetsAid alongside Nine Inch Nails and The Black Keys. The event took place at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio on Sunday. While the Foo Fighters frontman did not perform his own set, he featured in a number of performances by other acts including...
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Robert Smith jokes about rumours of The Cure performing at Qatar World Cup: “Hate to disappoint everyone”

Robert Smith is the latest artist to confirm that he will not be performing at the FIFA World Cup 2022 opening ceremony in Qatar, joking that he hates to “disappoint” The Cure fans. READ MORE: The Cure give us an update on their “relentless” new album – and when to expect it In a tongue-in-cheek tweet addressing apparent recent speculation, The Cure singer and guitarist wrote: “HATE TO DISAPPOINT EVERYONE, BUT DESPITE THE RUMOURS WE WILL NOT BE HEADLINING THE WORLD CUP OPENING CEREMONY #breadandcircuses.” In a follow-up tweet, Smith joked: “AND I HAVE ALSO INFORMED GARETH SOUTHGATE I...
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Duse Beatz Achieves Another Milestone With Recent LP ‘Westside Connected Vol. 1’ 

Pioneering Traffic Rap artist, Duse Beatz , continues to make waves with his latest LP Westside Connected Vol. 1. Following the release of the new record, the multi-talented producer has received great acclaim and recognition from fellow musicians, especially upcoming artists who have been reaching out to him to get beats. Westside Connected Vol. 1 is Duse Beatz’ seventh studio album, following Makin Bangers Instrumental (Volumes 1, 2, & 3). The LP includes 9 tracks among which are, “OTM Said,” “Affiliates,” “Handkerchief,” “Light Show,” “No Cap,” “Get It Poppin,” “Clear Water,” “High Enough,” and “A Message From Bubba Dub.” ...
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