Pavement have released their first new music in over 25 years – and it is a cover of Jim Pepper’s ‘Witchitai-To’. The legendary US indie band have not released any new recorded music since their 1999 EP ‘Major Leagues’, the last release before their split later that year. They did reunite for a comeback tour in 2022, however, and during those shows, they played ‘Witchitai-To’ regularly. Advertisement The new release was captured during the rehearsal for one of those shows, with the band bringing life to the track that was first released as part of Pepper’s band Everything Is...
Ricky Gervais has said that producers sometimes question his jokes, as “they don’t know whether it’s OK or not.” READ MORE: Ricky Gervais: “The people in ‘After Life’ aren’t freaks. Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp – they’re freaks!” The comedian was reflecting on his career in a new interview with the LA Times, ahead of being honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today (May 30). Advertisement He was asked if he’s ever realised he would have to “defend” a joke, to which he responded: “Oh no, it all comes and goes. It’s cyclic,” he told the publication....
PS Plus has had a good year for games. June was particularly good because of the Days of Play promotion. But, what can you expect from July as we get deeper into the Summer? Read More: All 2025 game release dates for PS5, PS4, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch Here is a rundown of what we know about the PS Plus July 2025 games so far. PS Plus July 2025 Games Advertisement The PS Plus July 2025 games will be announced on June 25, 2025, for the Extra tier and will be available from July 1, 2025. The Extra and...
Euphoria star Hunter Schafer is reportedly being considered for a major role in the upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda film. That’s according to industry insider Daniel Richtman, who shared the scoop in a blog entry with his followers. While the blog entry is blocked behind a subscription paywall, it sees Richtman claiming that Schafer is being seriously considered for the role of the titular Princess Zelda. Advertisement While no official casting decisions have been made, Schafer being picked to play Princess Zelda wouldn’t be surprising. Prior to the film being announced, fans have been championing Schafer for the...
Adam Buxton has announced his debut album ‘Buckle Up’ – listen to lead single ‘Pizza Time’ below. The London actor, comedian and podcaster (The Adam Buxton Podcast) is due to release the 15-track record on September 12 via Decca – pre-order/pre-save here. Buxton has teamed up with Metronomy frontman Joe Mount, who serves as lead producer on the LP. Advertisement Pete Robertson (Beabadoobee, Jane’s Addiction, The Vaccines) is also credited as a producer on the forthcoming ‘Buckle Up’. He helmed the dreamy first song, which sees Buxton sing about “beautiful pizza time“. Mixed by Mount, ‘Pizza Time’ is described...
Fans of the late film icon David Lynch will soon be able to pieces of film history from the director’s personal collection – find out more below. READ MORE: David Lynch – 1946-2025: a true visionary who reinvented cinema Julien’s Auctions and Turner Classic Movies have announced an upcoming auction, dubbed The David Lynch Collection, that’ll feature over 400 items from Lynch’s personal assemblage. The collection will go on auction from June 18 onwards via Julien’s Auction’s website and in person at their Gardena auction house. Advertisement Among the items listed for auction are several holy grail items for fans...
Witch Fever have encouraged Download Festival to clarify their statement published earlier over concerns that the festival is “implementing ambiguous and transphobic EHRC guidelines”. The rock and metal festival is set to return to its home of Donington Park, Leicestershire, next month – running between June 13-15. Green Day, Sleep Token and KoRn will all be first-time headliners, and other names on the bill include Weezer, Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter, Jimmy Eat World, Poppy, Loathe, Jerry Cantrell and more. Advertisement Controversy arose over screenshots of an email query relating to the festival’s policy on what toilets trans attendees should use. “We will be following the...
In Flames have parted ways with the drummer, making them the latest band to do so in recent times. The Swedish heavy metal band took to social media yesterday (May 27) to announce the news, writing: “It is with profound gratitude and appreciation that we announce our creative decision to part ways with Tanner Wayne.” Advertisement “His dedication and musicianship over the past several years has left, and will continue to leave, a lasting mark on this band. We wish him nothing but the best.” They have yet to announce a replacement, and are due to embark on European...
Drummer Zak Starkey has said he was “gutted” not to be invited to be a part of the upcoming Oasis reunion. The percussionist – the son of Ringo Starr and until recent weeks the longtime drummer for The Who – was also a touring member of Oasis from Alan White’s departure in 2004 up until his own exit in 2008. During that time, he played on ‘Don’t Believe The Truth’ (2005) and ‘Dig Out Your Soul’ (2008). Advertisement In March, NME revealed the details of who will make up the full line-up for the Oasis reunion shows this year, confirming...
Rod Stewart was “flabbergasted” to receive the Lifetime Achievement award at the 2025 American Music Awards – watch his full speech below. READ MORE: Glastonbury Festival 2025: See the full line-up and stage splits so far Last night (May 27), Stewart was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at the American Music Awards, which had returned after a two-year hiatus. At the ceremony – which was hosted by Jennifer Lopez – Janet Jackson received the Icon Award and Zac Brown was presented with the inaugural Veterans Voice Award. See the full list of winners here. Advertisement Towards the end of the night,...