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On the hottest day in Scotland so far this year, ALT BLK ERA and their crew brought the heat to the Garage’s G2 with a support lineup of local performers Kleo and Lo Rays. Kleo has got to have one of the most interesting concepts that I’ve heard in a while, performing as what is to be conceived as an AI artist with all the creativity and none of the actual AI. She creates hyperpop/darkpop music while exploring and unpacking topics of consumerism and what it’s like growing as an artist in an age where artificial intelligence is at an…
Our Sunshine Weezy at Slam Dunk Festival chats to Oliver Baxter from Broadside as they talk about the energy of their festival set and also dive into the band’s latest album, unpacking the themes that run through their music — especially the importance of connection, honesty, and creating songs that can resonate with people who might be going through difficult times. To finish things off, things take a lighter turn with a fun round of “I Think They Know,” a music quiz that puts Oliver’s knowledge to the test and rounds out the interview with some laughs.Don’t fancy Patreon? Buy…
For those who have never made the pilgrimage, it is tempting to describe Uprising simply as a metal festival. But that reductive label does a disservice to something that has, year after year, evolved into something far more nuanced, community-focused, and gloriously independent than the word “festival” tends to conjure. This is not a corporation in a field, nor is it a branding exercise with a few guitars. Uprising is a congregation of the faithful, a gathering of the tribe, and in 2026, it once again delivered on every promise it has ever made to the people who love it.Split…
Good CharlotteSlam Dunk NorthTemple Newsam, Leeds24th May 2026Louder Than War writer Dave Beech, assisted by Sally Hirshman, heads to the Northern leg of the UK’s premiere punk, ska and metalcore festival to celebrate 20 years of Slam Dunk.For most, Slam Dunk weekend signifies both the start of summer, and the start of festival season and, given the weekend’s forecast across both sites, there’s little doubt that summer is indeed finally upon us. Queueing up at wristband exchange, there’re as many people liberally applying suncream as there are downing rapidly warming cans before entering the festival proper.The first thing we notice…
Here’s our weekly overview of Hip-Hop and R&B album sales in the U.S., along with an update on where each album ranks on the Billboard 200 chart – this time for week 22 of 2026. No new debuts this week, but all three of Drake’s new albums remain in the Top 10. Source: HITS Daily Double Chart # Artist(s) Album title Sales Sales + Streams 1 Drake ICEMAN 1,287 217,702 7 Drake HABIBTI 447 51,876 8 Drake MAID OF HONOUR 427 42,774 12 Don Toliver OCTANE 1,549 36,315 15 SZA SOS 1,097 29,701 20 Post Malone The Diamond Collection 176…
Polo G surprises his fans with the release of a brand new single. The song is titled “Clap”. UPDATE: The video is out now! No word on what forthcoming project this track will appear on. Listen and watch below: Share on Social Mediaxfacebooklinkedinemailwhatsapp View Original Article Here
After taking a short break, Tory Lanez continues his Lost Tapes series with the release of a previously unreleased song called “I’m Jiggy”. The track was recorded back in 2022. Listen below: Share on Social Mediaxfacebooklinkedinemailwhatsapp View Original Article Here
Multi-platinum rock titans Shinedown have officially released their highly anticipated eighth studio album, EI8HT, via Atlantic Records. To celebrate the monumental rollout, the band hosted a global livestream Q&A from the Hard Rock Cafe in Tampa, Florida, immediately followed by the world premiere of the official music video for their new single, “Young Again.”The 18-track collection arrives on the back of an unprecedented cultural wave for the group, with its pre-release tracks having already amassed over 91 million global streams. The rollout follows a historic run on the airwaves, where the crossover smash “Safe And Sound” officially became the band’s…
Employed To Serve have shared their first new music of 2026 in the form of scorching new single Dead Reckoning. Their new single is their first song to be released following their 5K-rated album Fallen Star last year and finds the band releasing music for the first time on guitarist-vocalist Sammy Urwin and lead vocalist Justine Jones’ own label Church Road. The Woking metalers are tapping into their darker side on a track that celebrates being guided by gut instinct and finding your own path against the odds – and it absolutely rips. “When the track was being written, it…
Film: The Cemetery of The Lost Souls Director: Rodrigo Aragão Writer: Rodrigo Aragão Starring: Carol Aragão, Renato Chocair, Diego Garcias, Francisco Gaspar, Markus Konká Corrupted by the power of Cipriano’s Black Book, a Jesuit and his followers begin a reign of horror in colonial Brazil, until they be cursed to live forever trapped under the graves of a cemetery. Now, centuries later, they are ready to break free and spread their evil all over the world. In a new interview on Blazing Minds ahead of the Southend Film Festival, I got a chance to ask Writer-Director Rodrigo Aragão a few…
When the Music Finds You: My Top 3 City Splash Moments — Runkus, Juls & the Legendary Beres Hammond.City Splash 2026 was one of the best ones I’ve been to. My friends and I walked 35 mins to Herne Hill in the blazing heat, but it was worth it. We were surrounded by beautiful people, great energy and just the kind of vibes that remind you why summers in London are great. The lineup was strong from top to bottom, but a few moments in particular stayed with me. Here are my top three.Runkus: A Supernova on the Foundation Stage.Runkus…
There’s something reassuring about a new release from Michael Gray. He’s never chased trends, instead refining his blend of disco, boogie and soulful house into something consistently fresh. His third studio album, You & Me, arrives via Sultra Records and stands as one of his most complete works to date.Following 2024’s Optimism, this record pushes his sound further. There is a clear sense of creative growth, with a few unexpected turns that add depth without losing his signature warmth.Collaboration plays a big role. Bran Mazz is a standout across multiple tracks, bringing a fresh edge, particularly on a slick rework…