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Dogleg announce hiatus as singer addresses previous “negative behaviors”
Dogleg have announced that they will be going on hiatus as a band, after lead singer Alex Stoitsiadis posted a statement today (November 17) addressing recent “legitimate concerns” about toxic behaviour shared online. The band were due to head out on a North American tour in March and April 2022, supporting Touche Amore and Vein.fm, but have taken the decision following a number of claims made on social media regarding Stoitsiadis’ alleged conduct in past relationships. “I have spent the last several days hearing from those that I have wronged, and reading their statements of how my negative behaviors...
Nick Cave and Warren Ellis announce first North American tour as duo
Nick Cave and Warren Ellis have announced their first North American tour as a duo – find all the details below. READ MORE: Nick Cave & Warren Ellis live in London: Minimal elements for maximum impact The longtime collaborators hit the road for a run of UK headline performances in September and October in support of their album ‘Carnage’, which came out back in February. In a five-star review of the pair’s concert in Croydon, NME said: “Cave and Ellis in their absolute purest and classiest form; armed with just the songs, the love, and a whole lot of...
Noel Gallagher on how “embarrassing” it was for Oasis to be compared to The Beatles
Noel Gallagher has recalled how “embarrassing” it was for Oasis to be compared to The Beatles. READ MORE: The NME Big Read: Liam Gallagher: “An Oasis reunion’s gonna happen very fucking soon” The iconic Manchester band made no secret of the Fab Four’s influence on their music and fashion sense. After releasing their hugely-successful first two albums – ‘Definitely Maybe’ (1994) and ‘(What’s The Story) Morning Glory?’ (1995) – Noel claimed the group was “bigger” than The Beatles. (He said years later that he was “high” when he made the comment). In 2016, Liam Gallagher said “what did...
Kanye West’s ‘The College Dropout’ bear costume put up for sale for $1million
The bear costume famously used on tour and in promotional duties for Kanye West‘s 2004 debut album, The College Dropout, has been put up for sale for $1million (£740,000). Eric Arginsky, who had previously worked with Ye in an attempt to set up a line of replica plush bears, said in a new interview with Fake Shore Drive (per Complex) that the unrealised project led to his possession of a “Dropout Bear” costume. READ MORE: Kanye West – ‘DONDA’ review: some gems among lots – and lots – of filler During the discussion, Arginsky explained that his costume is...
The music world on the aftermath of COP26: “The future needs reinforcements”
Figures from the world of music have spoken to NME about the positive and negative outcomes of the recent COP26 climate conference – as well as revealing what artists and fans can do to help. READ MORE: AURORA on COP26: “We’re fighting for the wellbeing of all living things” The summit, which ended over the weekend, aimed to bring parties together to accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. The likes of AURORA and Brian Eno were involved in performances and talks, as well as Enter Shikari who attended...
Silk Sonic announce limited radio show on Apple Music
Silk Sonic have announced a new limited radio series on Apple Music 1, An Evening With Silk Sonic. The group – comprised of Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak – released their debut album ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’ last Friday (November 12). READ MORE: Silk Sonic – ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’ review: an unashamedly retro delight Today (November 17) it’s been confirmed that the duo will launch their own radio show of the same name at 3am GMT tomorrow (November 18). You can tune in here. Advertisement Silk Sonic will present four, hour-long episodes during which they’ll play...
“Fake Drake” claims rapper doesn’t mind him booking gigs as him
A man impersonating Drake, dubbed “Fake Drake”, has said that the rapper has indirectly given him his blessing. In an interview with No Jumper, “Fake Drake”, also known as Izzy, spoke about his antics around town and how he has been able to book events while impersonating Drake. Promoters have paid him upwards of $5K to just show up at events, while also covering his travel and accommodation. “People DM me, like, ‘Do you want to come to my event? We can’t pay Drake because he’s too expensive,” said Izzy. “I’ve been doing my thing, you know. That’s all I’m...
Young Dolph Shot And Killed In Memphis
Young Dolph, the Memphis rapper whose robust baritone voice anchored seven albums, countless mixtapes, and tracks with Megan Thee Stallion, Gucci Mane, 2 Chainz, Lil Durk, and more, was shot and killed in his hometown today (November 17), according to a local news report from Fox 13. He was 36. Police confirmed to the news outlet that the rapper entered the Makeda’s Homemade Butter Cookies shop this afternoon and was hit by gunfire from a car that pulled up outside the store. Video from the scene shows his car parked outside the shop. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdMW1Ya0nHM The rapper was born Adolph...
Audiotree co-founder accused of setting up hidden cameras to take nude photos
Michael Johnston, co-founder of Chicago-based label Audiotree, has been accused of videotaping and photographing nude images of his children’s nanny using hidden cameras. NBC 5 Chicago reported that a civil suit had been filed against Johnston and his wife Kelly Halverson by the nanny and another woman – named as Jane Doe and Julie Doe in the court filing. Gail Eisenberg, a lawyer for the two women, noted that Jane worked for the couple as a home manager, child caretaker, and personal assistant, while Julie was also employed as a nanny for the couple’s friends. In January 2020, the...Recent Posts
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