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Axl Rose Teams Up With Bugs Bunny For New Track
Guns N’ Roses singer Axl Rose surprised his fans by debuting his first new music in over a decade in a truly unique way – on a Looney Tunes cartoon.The track, called ‘Rock The Rock’ and which was co-written on...
By Ed Biggs on 07 January 2019
Former S.A. President Jacob Zuma Plans Controversial Music Album
Former South African president Jacob Zuma, a frequently controversial figure during his political career, has triggered a new row – after signing a record deal to release a music album.It started when the eThekwini district – an area which incorporates...
By Ed Biggs on 03 January 2019
Macaulay Culkin To Change His Middle Name To 'Macaulay Culkin'
In one of the most hilariously bizarre news stories of the year – just sneaking in under the bar before 2018 ends! – actor Macaulay Culkin has vowed to change his middle name following an online poll. To ‘Macaulay Culkin’.Yes, that’s...
By Ed Biggs on 29 December 2018
Warrant For David Schwimmer Lookalike Charged With Theft After Court Absence
One of the most brilliantly bizarre viral news stories of 2018 has made a re-emergence, with news that the ‘Ross from Friends’ look-alike charged with theft has had a warrant issued for his arrest after he failed to attend court.So,...
By Ed Biggs on 19 December 2018
Danny Dyer Is Furious With British Politicians
While Westminster backstabbing seems to be continuing behind closed doors, Danny Dyer refuses to be quiet about what he thinks of the state of current British politics. The East End actor had launched a tirade against MPs and Brexit with...
By Charlotte Court on 19 November 2018
Hilarious Attempted Idris Elba Doll Goes Viral
Idris Elba may officially be the Sexiest Man Alive, according to People magazine, but apparently that doesn’t mean he’s due the respect of having a doll-maker pay the faintest attention to what he actually looks like, after a ridiculous attempted...
By Ed Biggs on 15 November 2018
Niall Horan And Leeds United In Amusing Twitter Feud
One of the more bizarre Twitter beefs has erupted overnight as Niall Horan, one of the former stars of One Direction, has gotten involved in a social media spat with Leeds United Football Club.It all began with Wednesday night’s set...
By Ed Biggs on 25 October 2018
David Schwimmer Lookalike Wanted For Theft Questioning In Blackpool
Police in Blackpool have been deluged with snarky social media comments after they put out an appeal for an alleged thief who resembled ‘Friends’ star David Schwimmer.Authorities posted a picture on Facebook of a suspect they wanted information on, showing...
By Ed Biggs on 24 October 2018
Bizarre Fake Interview By EgyptAir With Drew Barrymore Goes Viral
A bizarre and almost certainly fake interview with Drew Barrymore conducted airline EgyptAir has gone viral, after being spotted by an eagle-eyed journalist.The extremely strange piece – the veracity of which has already been denied by Barrymore’s publicists – was...
By Ed Biggs on 04 October 2018
Beyonce's Former Drummer Accuses Her Of "Extreme Witchcraft"
In one of the week’s more bizarre news stories, pop megastar Beyonce is the subject a lawsuit from her former drummer, who has filed for a civil restraining order against the singer accusing her of witchcraft.Okayyy...According to court documents obtained...
By Ed Biggs on 21 September 2018
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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...
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://admin.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 24th...
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 empowering".
![Dekker talks to us about writing with Jose Gonzales, making headway in the U.S and the difficulties associated with wearing a hat! [EXCLUSIVE]](https://admin.contactmusic.com/images/home/homepage/dekker-abof-a.jpg "Dekker talks to us about writing with Jose Gonzales, making headway in the U.S and the difficulties associated with wearing a hat! [EXCLUSIVE]")
Dekker talks to us about writing with Jose Gonzales, making headway in the U.S and the difficulties associated with wearing a hat! [EXCLUSIVE]
Ahead of the imminent release of his second solo album - Dekker, aka Brookln Dekker, took time out to let us know about the musical...
![From The Tiger’s Mouth talks to us about cracking his TikTok dance, collaborating with The National and the origins of his nom de plume [EXCLUSIVE]](https://admin.contactmusic.com/images/home/homepage/from-the-tiger-s-mouth-abof-a.jpg "From The Tiger’s Mouth talks to us about cracking his TikTok dance, collaborating with The National and the origins of his nom de plume [EXCLUSIVE]")
From The Tiger’s Mouth talks to us about cracking his TikTok dance, collaborating with The National and the origins of his nom de plume [EXCLUSIVE]
Former Bengal Lancer Harry Sullivan, aka From The Tiger's Mouth, has just released his first solo single - 'Morning News' under his new moniker.
![LUIANNA talks to us about emotional support, encouragement, cheesy pop and social media distractions [EXCLUSIVE]](https://admin.contactmusic.com/images/home/homepage/luianna-skia-album-artwork.jpg "LUIANNA talks to us about emotional support, encouragement, cheesy pop and social media distractions [EXCLUSIVE]")
LUIANNA talks to us about emotional support, encouragement, cheesy pop and social media distractions [EXCLUSIVE]
Just ahead of the imminent release of her debut EP - 'Skiá', London born, Bristol and Berlin based singer-songwriter LUIANNA, says she'd like to collaborate...
Spiritualized - Everything Was Beautiful Album Review
Spiritualized continue where they left off with their last exquisitely crafted record - 'And Nothing Hurts', with yet another very impressive offering on their latest...
Upcoming Releases: The five best new album releases that we're most excited to hear in March
The arrival of spring brings with it a plethora of fresh releases from artists both new and old.
Album Of The Week: The ninth anniversary of 'Push The Sky Away' by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
'Push The Sky Away', the fifteenth studio album from Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, was released on February 18th 2013 and represented a pivotal...
Adele wipes out the competition with three wins at the 2022 BRIT Awards
Here are the full winners from this year's BRIT Awards.
Upcoming Releases: The top five new albums set to delight your ears in February
Unlike the Sue Gray report into alleged law breaking at Number 10, our five favourite forthcoming albums in February all have a confirmed date to...
Album Of The Week: The 14th anniversary of Adele's debut album '19'
Less than two years after she graduated from the BRIT School for Performing Arts & Technology, Adele cemented her arrival on the music scene with...
Meat Loaf: 27th September 1947 - 20th January 2022
Meat Loaf, born Michael Lee Aday, in Dallas, Texas, sadly passed away on the 20th January at the age of 74.
Album Of The Week: The 45th Anniversary of 'Low' By David Bowie
On the 14th January 1977 David Bowie surprised everyone yet again with one of his most extraordinary records when he released his 11th studio album,...
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As 2022 begins and New Year's resolutions are made, and just as quickly broken, the first batch of eagerly awaited new musical releases are set...
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Atom Eyes talk to us about fusing genres, avoiding cliches, collaborating with Thom Yorke and the potential to be found in the recycling bin [EXCLUSIV
Having just released their feel good, and irresistibly funky - "guaranteed winter blues killer", Roll The Dice, Edinburgh's Atom Eyes are seeing out 2021 with...
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GARGALO talks to us about being an early years teacher, collaborating with Ed Droste from Grizzly Bear and starting from scratch again. [EXCLUSIVE]
When he's not focused on his on-line tuition, or stuck in the back of his brothers van mixing his latest compositions, GARGALO (Bruno G. Roth)...
Upcoming Releases: Our Favourite Five New Albums Due Out In November 202130
As the days get progressively colder and shorter November ushers in celebrations of light, gunpowder and treason as well as bringing with it some musical...
October 2021 Favourites: As Autumn arrived it was most definitely time to 'Prioritise Pleasure' and follow 'The Path Of The Clouds'
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Is ABBA... cool? The group’s most unexpected fans confess their devotion
We didn't expect these rockers to be so into the Swedish pop group.
He put the devil in Tenacious D and got his "teeth" in Nine Inch Nails: Eight of Dave Grohl’s greatest collaborations
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Halloween Hootenanny: Witchy songs for your spooky playlist
These deliciously witchy tunes are perfect for Halloween.
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From Psycho Killer to the Monster Mash, these Halloween songs are classics.
Album Of The Week: The 19th Anniversary Of The Eponymous Debut Album By Transplants
After 'Life Won't Wait', and in between 'Rancid 5' and 'Indestructible', Tim Armstrong somehow found time to form his new band - Transplants, and record...
Go easy on us! The five most tear-jerking Adele songs
Need a cry? Adele’s always got you covered.
Album Of The Week: The 31st Anniversary of 'Nowhere' By Ride
Before they split up, reformed, split up and reformed again, Ride were responsible for writing and recording one of the most significant Shoegaze albums of...
Brown Sugar isn’t the only problematic song in Rolling Stones history
Exposing some of the sickest songs of the iconic rock band's career.
Before Billie Eilish: Every James Bond theme ranked from worst to best
Where does Billie place among the Bond theme greats?
Album Of The Week: The 41st Anniversary Of 'Remain In Light' By Talking Heads
On the 8th October 1980 Talking Heads released not only one of their most significant albums but also one of the most significant albums of...
Billie Eilish takes on Glastonbury in record-breaking moment
She’s set to become the youngest to ever headline Glastonbury.
September 2021 Favourites: A stunning array of more than 60 artists feature in our pick of the Top 5 new releases from September
As the summer ended and Fall arrived, some great new releases dropped in September, including the first new music from ABBA in 40 years!
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