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Album of the Week: The 15th anniversary of LCD Soundsystem's debut album
We can hardly believe it's been fifteen years since the release of New York rock collective LCD Soundsystem's critically acclaimed self-titled debut album. The iconic record was released through DFA Records, which frontman James Murphy...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 24th January 2020
Weekly Music Highlights: Ozzy battles Parkinson's, James Blunt makes us cry and emo kids go wild for My Chemical Romance
This week has seen some sad news in the lives of Ozzy Osbourne, Ministry, Juice WRLD and James Blunt, but exciting news for 2000s emo kids who managed to get tickets to MCR and for...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 24th January 2020
The refreshing honesty of Cape Town's Desmond John aka DJ
Sometimes interviewing artists can get pretty repetitive and boring, but occasionally you'll come across someone rather quirky who just oozes honesty and shuns cliches. Cape Town's Desmond John is one such artist, and his candour...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 23rd January 2020
How to get tickets for BTS' Summer 2020 shows in London
Everyone's favourite K-Pop band BTS will be returning to the UK capital for the first time in a year and nine months for two epic shows at Twickenham Stadium in July 2020, as part of...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 22nd January 2020
Album of the Week: Appreciating Sounds of Silence with Simon and Garfunkel
This week we celebrate 54 years since the release of Simon & Garfunkel's sensational second studio album Sounds of Silence, released through Columbia Records. It became their breakthrough release, reaching the top 20 in the...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 17th January 2020
![MeMe Detroit talks rebellion, chewing too loud and hints at an exciting unique project [Exclusive]](https://www.contactmusic.com/images/feature-images/meme-detroit-promo-2020.jpg "MeMe Detroit talks rebellion, chewing too loud and hints at an exciting unique project [Exclusive]")
MeMe Detroit talks rebellion, chewing too loud and hints at an exciting unique project [Exclusive]
Having dropped her epic rock tune Can't Get You Out of My Mind almost two months ago, we caught up with MeMe Detroit - aka Maria Rodriguez - to talk about her journey so far,...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 17th January 2020
Weekly Music Highlights: Billie Eilish does Bond, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees announced, and Eminem drops surprise album
Kicking off the first in our series of Weekly Music Highlights, we summarise the key events in the music industry this week. Over the last few days we've seen thrilling news in the next Bond...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 17th January 2020
Alex Bayly addresses the wild side of humanity on 'Animal'
We are facing our animal instincts with alternative-folk artist Alex Bayly's latest single Animal, taking from his debut album Ley Lines which was released in 2019. Following a successful crowd-funding campaign to release a vinyl...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 16th January 2020
Album of the Week: The Ramones' often overlooked sophomore release 'Leave Home'
We are enjoying some oldies this week as we celebrate 43 years since the release of punk icons the Ramones' second studio album 'Leave Home'. Released on Sire Records, the album saw the band take...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 10th January 2020
The Legend of David Bowie: The Birthday Playlist
This Friday marks four years since the death of a legend, and the music world is still feeling the terrible loss. Today (January 8th 2020) though, we celebrate what would have been David Bowie's 73rd...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 8th January 2020
Majozi reflects on how his sound has developed over time
Blending his folksy sensibilities with a fresh new pop vibe, Majozi has been promoting his self-titled album tirelessly over the last year. Now he's working on a new project which has given him time to...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 7th January 2020
Album of the Week: Imelda May's No Turning Back was a rockabilly album worth remembering
Rockabilly may be on the niche side of the genre spectrum, but with artists like Imelda May out there we're surprised that that's still the case. Today we're paying tribute to her debut album venture...
News posted in Movies / TV / Theatre on 3rd January 2020
Eight albums we're looking forward to in 2020
It's a new year and a new decade, so we're hoping it gets off to a good start in the world of music. There are some pretty exciting upcoming releases for 2020, from some of...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 31st December 2019
Top 10 albums of 2019: The music that formed the soundtrack for a historic end to a decade
We're ready to say goodbye to 2019 now that Christmas is over, but not without reflecting on what has been a wonderful year for the world of music. Whether your a pop lover or you...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 29th December 2019
From Bad Guy to Old Town Road: The 10 best singles of 2019
This year has marked quite an explosive end to a decade in terms of music, as we appear to be looking at a future of young musicians doing exactly what they want, how they want,...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 28th December 2019
Nuala declares a war on negativity with her resolutely joyful tunes
Music is one of the most expressive forms out art out there, powerful enough to move listeners to change their lives. Music can motivate us, cheer us up and unite us, and that's what we...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 17th December 2019
![Yungblud tackles loneliness in candid short film [Video]](https://www.contactmusic.com/images/feature-images/yungblud-summerfest-2019-photo-credit-daniel-deslover-zuma-press-pa-images.jpg "Yungblud tackles loneliness in candid short film [Video]")
Yungblud tackles loneliness in candid short film [Video]
When we think of loneliness, we often think of old people and people without romance in their lives, but truthfully it's something so much deeper. It's a feeling we all get, and one that not...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 16th December 2019
Seven best Christmas Songs of 2019
Every year a handful of new festive tunes flood the airwaves, and some are better than others. This year has been no different, and while we'll always have our favourite Christmas standards like 'Fairytale of...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 13th December 2019
Aiko wants to teach us how to find peace in solitude
Here at Contactmusic, we love a good new artist and Czech pop songstress Aiko is just what we needed to hear this week. She has an hypnotic new single entitled 'Down' taken from her forthcoming...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 10th December 2019
Upcoming releases: What's on our playlist for December 2019?
The final albums before the year ends is an interesting selection of debuts, long-anticipated returns and new musical directions. Stormzy and The Who are the ones we're probably most excited about, but we're sure the...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 1st December 2019
November Favourites 2019: A British takeover with FKA Twigs, Coldplay and Michael Kiwanuka
This month our favourite albums include a lot of British talent (apart from the wonderful Beck), and releases from both the brand new and the highly established. We love an exciting blend of genres and...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 30th November 2019
![Eliza Shaddad talks creative freedom, winning pageants and Australia tour dreams [Exclusive]](https://www.contactmusic.com/images/feature-images/eliza-shaddad-photo-credit-mel-tjoeng-700-550.jpg "Eliza Shaddad talks creative freedom, winning pageants and Australia tour dreams [Exclusive]")
Eliza Shaddad talks creative freedom, winning pageants and Australia tour dreams [Exclusive]
Having released her epic new single Girls last month via Big Indie Records, alternative pop artist Eliza Shaddad is looking forward to working on the follow-up to her 2018 debut album Future. We spoke to...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 25th November 2019
What does Coldplay mean by 'environmentally beneficial' touring?
With their new album set to hit this weekend and early reviews looking very positive, Coldplay fans will be likely disappointed to hear that the band will not be hitting the road to support it...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 21st November 2019
September Favourites: Sam Fender's debut, the return of Liam Gallagher and a stunning masterpiece from Charli XCX
It's been a surprisingly excellent month for music with plenty of enjoyable albums to choose from. In fact, picking out our top seven has been far from an easy job. The theme of nostalgia is...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 30th September 2019
Album of the Week: The 25th anniversary of Veruca Salt's painfully underrated debut American Thighs
We celebrate the 25th anniversary of one of the coolest records from the 90s Chicago alternative rock scene, Veruca Salt's debut album American Thighs which was first released through Minty Fresh Records. It might not...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 27th September 2019
The Ultimate Autumn Playlist: Songs to get us in the Fall mood
There's something special about Autumn; it's a time of year ripe with nostalgia, melancholy and dismal weather. But still, there's something comforting about getting your big coat out again and enjoying pumpkin spiced everything.Photo Credit:...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 13th September 2019
Album of the Week: The 15th anniversary of The Libertines' greatest work
It's been 15 years since the release of one of the most iconic albums of the 2000s: The Libertines' self-titled second album and the record that landed them the number one spot in the UK...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 30th August 2019
August Favourites: Bon Iver, Slipknot and more end the summer on a high note
It's been an epic month for all genres, with some of our favourite artists at the top of their game. We're ending the Summer with some absolute masterpieces, and the Fall is looking just as...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 30th August 2019
Album of the Week: Machine Head released debut Burn My Eyes 25 years ago
It doesn't feel like 25 years since Machine Head began, but that's when they unveiled their epic debut album Burn My Eyes via Roadrunner records; becoming the label's best-selling debut until Slipknot's self-titled album five...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 9th August 2019
![Bubbatrees talk image vs. output, their love of Grimes and their first ever band [Exclusive]](https://www.contactmusic.com/images/feature-images/bubbatrees-promo-2019-700-420.jpg "Bubbatrees talk image vs. output, their love of Grimes and their first ever band [Exclusive]")
Bubbatrees talk image vs. output, their love of Grimes and their first ever band [Exclusive]
We spoke to frontman Andy Gibb of Glaswegian experimental four-piece Bubbatrees as they prepare to take to the road on tour in the not too distant future. The group released an epic new single entitled...
News posted in Music / Festivals on 8th August 2019
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Pretty Fierce talk to us about collaborating with Doja Cat, emetophobia, arena tours and staying "true to yourself" [EXCLUSIVE]
Sheffield's very own all girl group Pretty Fierce are still on a high after the recent release of their debut single - 'Ready For Me'.
Will Varley & Jack Valero - The Astor Theatre Deal Live Review
Three nights before the end of his current tour Will Varley returned to his home town of Deal to delight a sold out crowd in The Astor Theatre.
WYSE talks to us about her "form of synaesthesia", collaborating with Radiohead's Thom York and the prospect of touring with a band [EXCLUSIVE]
With only a few days to go before Portsmouth based songstress and producer WYSE releases her new single, 'Belladonna', we caught up with her to find...
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Bay Bryan talks to us about being a "wee queer ginger", singing with Laura Marling and being inspired by Matilda [EXCLUSIVE]
Colorado raised, Glasgow educated and Manchester based Bay Bryan is nothing if not a multi-talented, multi-faceted artist performing as both...
Keelan X talks to us about staying true to "your creative vision", collaborating with Giorgio Moroder and being "a yoga nut" [EXCLUSIVE]
Former Marigolds band member Keelan Cunningham has rediscovered his love of music with his new solo project Keelan X.
![Luke De-Sciscio talks to us about having the courage to be yourself, forgiving that which is outside of one's control and following whims [EXCLUSIVE]](https://images.contactmusic.com/images/home/homepage/luke-de-sciscio-abof-a.jpg "Luke De-Sciscio talks to us about having the courage to be yourself, forgiving that which is outside of one's control and following whims [EXCLUSIVE]")
Luke De-Sciscio talks to us about having the courage to be yourself, forgiving that which is outside of one's control and following whims [EXCLUSIVE]
Wiltshire singer-songwriter Luke De Sciscio, formally known as Folk Boy, is set to release is latest album - 'The Banquet' via AntiFragile Music on...
Annie Elise talks to us about the challenges a female producer has to face and "going through a year of grief and sickness" [EXCLUSIVE]
Electronic music pioneer and producer Annie Elise says that the release of her first EP - 'Breathe In, Breathe Out' feels "both vulnerable and...
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