Culture & Society
The Police's "Roxanne" Origin Story: An Unconventional Chord
“I went to my room, picked up the guitar and imagined this woman into life”
Yard Act Discuss Politics and Art on New Album Release
As the Leeds band return with their third, most energised album, they tell NME about keeping their creative priorities straight, the importance of grassroots music to regional diversity, and the state
“It’s a piano chord, but I played it with my arse. I was singing and I just wanted a rest, and the piano lid was open. So I sat and I played that chord”: The Police’s classic breakthrough hit – with the ultimate bum note
“I went to my room, picked up the guitar and imagined this woman into life”
Yard Act on Andy Burnham, capitalism, and the power of art as community: “Nigel Farage is a dark entity that must be struck out at all costs”
As the Leeds band return with their third, most energised album, they tell NME about keeping their creative priorities straight, the importance of grassroots music to regional diversity, and the state of British politics The post Yard Act on Andy Burnham, capitalism, and the power of art as communit
Elena Varo: Fostering Collaboration in Madrid's Electronic Music Scene
In this edition, we’re featuring Elena Varo, Founder of Elevatio Tech & Culture and creator of Equinoccio Sound, whose work is focused on building collaborative, community-led spaces that connect DJ c
The Verve's "Bitter Sweet Symphony" Masterpiece
Built atop an orchestral version of the Rolling Stones’ The Last Time, Richard Ashcroft and The Verve conjured a timeless symphony of self-assertion
Frank Ferrer describes a rock frontman with a difficult reputation as generous and kind.
“I wish they could know him the way I know him,” he says
Este Haim's journey to the bass guitar was influenced by sibling rivalry and parental encouragement.
"I was moping around, like, ‘I don't have any talent. What is my place in the world?’ At eight years old! Existential crisis. So my dad was like, ‘I got an idea’”
Five Finger Death Punch's powerful anthem, held for two decades, is described as a legacy piece.
“When you have a piece that you know can be brilliant, everything matters. If you nail it, this is a legacy piece”
Richard Ashcroft and The Verve's Timeless Symphony
Built atop an orchestral version of the Rolling Stones’ The Last Time, Richard Ashcroft and The Verve conjured a timeless symphony of self-assertion
Frank Ferrer describes a rock frontman with a 'difficult' reputation.
“I wish they could know him the way I know him,” he says
Este Haim's path to bass guitar was influenced by sibling rivalry and family.
"I was moping around, like, ‘I don't have any talent. What is my place in the world?’ At eight years old! Existential crisis. So my dad was like, ‘I got an idea’”
Five Finger Death Punch's powerful anthem was a long-term project.
“When you have a piece that you know can be brilliant, everything matters. If you nail it, this is a legacy piece”
Elevatio Tech & Culture fosters electronic music community in Madrid.
In this edition, we’re featuring Elena Varo, Founder of Elevatio Tech & Culture and creator of Equinoccio Sound, whose work is focused on building collaborative, community-led spaces that connect DJ c
The Verve's 'bittersweet symphony' sampling the Rolling Stones.
Built atop an orchestral version of the Rolling Stones’ The Last Time, Richard Ashcroft and The Verve conjured a timeless symphony of self-assertion
Guns N' Roses drummer Frank Ferrer describes a fellow rock frontman.
“I wish they could know him the way I know him,” he says
Este Haim's Path to Bass Guitar Influenced by Sibling Rivalry
"I was moping around, like, ‘I don't have any talent. What is my place in the world?’ At eight years old! Existential crisis. So my dad was like, ‘I got an idea’”
Five Finger Death Punch Discusses Anthem's Long Development
“When you have a piece that you know can be brilliant, everything matters. If you nail it, this is a legacy piece”
Drummer Frank Ferrer Defends Rock Frontman's Reputation
“I wish they could know him the way I know him,” he says
Este Haim's Early Existential Crisis Led to Bass Guitar
"I was moping around, like, ‘I don't have any talent. What is my place in the world?’ At eight years old! Existential crisis. So my dad was like, ‘I got an idea’”