George Michael’s estate order removal of uncleared ‘Careless Whisper’ sample in Tory Lanez track
The estate of George Michael has ordered Tory Lanez to cease distribution of his track ‘Enchanted Waterfall’, which they say features an uncleared ‘Careless Whisper’ sample. According to a report from Variety, the late Wham! singer’s estate declined a request from Lanez for permission...
Nova Twins announce new UK headline shows for their ‘Supernova’ tour
Nova Twins have announced multiple new dates in support of their upcoming second album, ‘Supernova’. Tickets are available here. READ MORE: Nova Twins: “The massive surge of POC pop-punk and rock is an act of rebellion” The duo will be hitting the road in November...
Weezer to begin ‘Seasons’ project this week with new EP ‘SZNZ: Spring’
Weezer have officially announced full details of their long-promised ‘Seasons’ project – a new EP is set to come out this week. READ MORE: Weezer: “This album is about feeling isolated, alienated and secluded – it’s perfect for now” Last year, the band laid out...
The Kills announce shows in Los Angeles and New York City
The Kills have announced details of two shows in California and New York this summer. Tickets will be on sale here. READ MORE: The Kills debut ‘Weed Killer’ video and tell us about B-sides and new music The English-American rock duo is set to...
Ian Brown announces first UK headline tour in a decade
Ian Brown has announced details of his first UK headline tour in a decade – see the full schedule below. READ MORE: Ian Brown’s conspiracy tweets are pure Covidiocy. And he’s not the only tinfoil hat-wearing rocker The Stone Roses frontman will return to the...
Beabadoobee’s new album is called ‘Beatopia’
Beabadoobee has announced the title of her forthcoming second studio album – ‘Beatopia’. READ MORE: Beabadoobee live at Reading 2021: the rockstar that the future deserves The singer-songwriter has been teasing the follow-up to her 2020 debut album ‘Fake It Flowers’ and last year’s ‘Our Extended Play’...
Songwriter felt “robbed” and “belittled” by Ed Sheeran, High Court hears
Sami Chokri, who has alleged his song was copied for Ed Sheeran’s track ‘Shape Of You’ has told London’s High Court he felt “belittled” by the superstar’s lawyers. READ MORE: Ed Sheeran – ‘=’ review: the millennial Lionel Richie indulges his saccharine streak Chokri,...
Jack White urges major labels to build own vinyl pressing plants
Jack White has shared a video and written an open letter to major record labels, urging them to build their own vinyl pressing plants. The White Stripes frontman owns the Nashville-based Third Man Records, who have their own pressing plant and opened a new...
‘Pistol’: Nick Kent actor Ferdia Walsh-Peelo on what to expect from the Sex Pistols series
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