Rod Stewart explains why he didn’t play Live Aid in 1985
Rod Stewart has revealed why he was absent from the Live Aid line-up in 1985, stating that he had “only just found out” the real reason. It had previously been suggested that the Scottish singer was unable to put a band together at short...
Adele reveals she considered not releasing new album ’30’
Adele has revealed that she considered not releasing her fourth album ’30’. The singer-songwriter’s new record – the follow-up to 2015’s ’25’ – is due to arrive this Friday (November 19), having been previewed by the comeback track ‘Easy On Me’ as well as...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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:...
“Fake Drake” claims rapper doesn’t mind him booking gigs as him
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