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BBC agree to host 2023 Eurovision Song Contest in the UK

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) have confirmed that the BBC will be hosting the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest in the UK on behalf of this year’s winners, Ukraine. READ MORE: Ukrainian Eurovision entry Kalush Orchestra: “This is the highest responsibility possible” Organisers revealed last month that they were in talks with the BBC to bring the event to the UK. The winning country of the annual song competition usually hosts the following year’s event and despite Ukraine’s folk-rap entry Kalush Orchestra topping the table, it was announced earlier this month that the EBU would be looking for a different country to host...
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Amazonica on supporting The Libertines at Wembley: “It was a glimpse into 2002”

DJ Amazonica has spoken of her experience supporting The Libertines at Wembley Arena this weekend, as well as sharing some exclusive behind-the-scenes photos. READ MORE: Pete Doherty interviewed at Glastonbury 2022: “I’ve been spearheading indie sleaze for years!” The DJ, solo artist and longtime friend of the band was invited to join the band when they celebrated 20 years of their seminal debut album ‘Up The Bracket’ at the iconic London venue this weekend – where the likes of The Cribs were also performing as special guests, and Jamie T even made a surprise appearance. “You know those people who...
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Rage Against The Machine play ‘Close Your Eyes (And Count To Fuck)’ with Run The Jewels

Rage Against The Machine brought out their tour openers Run The Jewels for a performance of ‘Close Your Eyes (And Count to Fuck)’ – watch fan-shot footage below. READ MORE: Tom Morello: “In the past, I’ve wanted to use music as a battering ram for social justice” The track, which features Zack de la Rocha, appeared on Run The Jewels’ second studio album in 2014. Rage Against The Machine are currently on their ‘Public Service Announcement’ North American tour, which began on July 9. Prior to this current run of gigs, Rage hadn’t played live since 2011. Advertisement During their...
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StevenCharles Is On Cloud Nine After Two Hit Singles “Stay” & “Love You Still”

StevenCharles is a one of a kind artist with an instantly recognizable voice that holds the power to instantly soften the listener’s heart. His graceful voice has been the highlight of his two debut singles, “Stay” and “Love You Still.”  His first song “Stay” introduced audiences to StevenCharles’ energetic aura that saw everyone dancing around with the song’s funky and groovy melodies. However with “Love You Still,” the talented artist showcased his emotional side while conveying a personal story that resonated with tens of thousands of his loyal listeners.  The Canadian-born singer-songwriter had been adamant about being a professional...
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Choi Yena shares tracklist for sophomore mini-album ‘Smartphone’

Former iZ*ONE member and soloist Choi Yena has unveiled the tracklist for her upcoming mini-album ‘Smartphone’. READ MORE: The 15 best K-pop songs of 2022 – so far On July 25, the 22-year-old idol shared the tracklist for her sophomore mini-album ‘Smartphone’, due out on August 3 at 6pm KST. Led by its title track of the same name, the record is set to include a total of five songs. Choi co-wrote lyrics for three songs on ‘Smartphone’, namely the title track, ‘Make U Smile’ and ‘WithOrWithout’. Other tracks include ‘Lemon-Aid’ and U’. YENA(최예나) 2ND MINI ALBUM TRACK...
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BIBI apologises for making fans “concerned and worried” after tearful Instagram livestream

South Korean singer-songwriter BIBI has apologised to fans for a “concerning” Instagram live session where she spoke about being “so exhausted”. On July 21, the 23-year-old musician held an impromptu livestream on her Instagram account where she broke down in tears while talking about being unable to sleep or eat due to her hectic schedule. BIBI recently gave a string of festival performances in South Korea and is currently preparing to release her first studio album. “I’m just so exhausted, I can’t. I want to eat, I wanna – I wanna take a nap. I want to rest, but...
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IVE announce release date for new single album ‘After Like’

Rookie K-pop girl group IVE have unveiled details for their upcoming single album ‘After Like’. READ MORE: STAYC – ‘We Need Love’ review: the momentum falters as fourth-gen K-pop group play it safe On July 24, the six-member act shared the first teaser and details for their forthcoming third single album ‘After Like’. Styled after a retro television error screen, the new graphic reveals that IVE’s new project will arrive on August 22 at 6pm KST. IVE3rd SINGLE ALBUM<After Like> 2022.08.22 MON 6PM (KST)COMING SOON#IVE #아이브#AfterLike #애프터라이크 pic.twitter.com/yezfVqWDFu — IVE OFFICIAL (@IVEstarship) July 24, 2022 Advertisement ‘After Like’ will...
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Watch The National debut new song ‘Space Invaders’ at the Newport Folk Festival

The National have debuted a new song at this year’s Newport Folk Festival – check out the moment below. READ MORE: Matt Berninger on The National’s new song ‘Somebody Desperate’: “We all have these deep insecurities when it comes to our hearts” The new song is called ‘Space Invaders (Threaded Gold)’ and comes after the band performed three other new songs in Spain back in May. At that gig, the National aired ‘Tropic Morning News (Haversham)’, ‘Grease In Your Hair (Birdie)’, and ‘Bathwater (Mount Auburn)’. Check out the latest new song below: Advertisement In a social media post shared in May,...
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Travis’ Fran Healy escapes attempted carjacking at LA studio

Travis frontman Fran Healy has revealed that he was the victim of an attempted carjacking outside his studio in Los Angeles. READ MORE: Does Rock ‘N’ Roll Kill Braincells?! – Travis’ Fran Healy The Scottish musician, who now lives in Los Angeles, recounted the tale on Twitter today (July 25): “Almost got carjacked inside the parking facility of my studio. Man! That was close. Huge guy tried to pull me out my car window. Managed to get away. DTLA is mental. “As the adrenaline dissipates, my right hand is hurting like I punched a wall. I hooked the guy really...
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OneRepublic announce 2023 ‘Live In Concert’ Australia and New Zealand tour

OneRepublic have announced they’ll be heading to Australia and New Zealand next March for their ‘Live In Concert’ tour. The American pop-rock band will be joined by Sydney rapper Masked Wolf for the run of Australian shows, kicking off on March 10 at Melbourne’s Margaret Court Arena. They’ll play Sydney’s Super Aware Theatre the following night, wrapping up at Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall on March 14. They’ll then fly to Auckland to perform at Spark Arena on March 16, finishing in Wellington on March 18. Advertisement Registered fans can access pre-sale tickets from 11am AEST this Wednesday (July 27)...
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