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Bambie Thug pulls out of Bludfest and announces break from touring to “prioritise mental and physical health”

"I promise when I return to performing it will be worth the wait"

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Breakaway Carolina Reveals Massive 2026 Lineup

Breakaway Carolina has officially unveiled the lineup for its 2026 return to Charlotte, bringing another stacked weekend of electronic music to zMAX Dragway at Charlotte Motor Speedway on September 25-26.…

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Neal Francis Turned Live at Lagunitas into Boogieland: Photos + Recap

With support from Parlor Greens, the sold-out show featured plenty of dancing, cold beers, and big ol' smiles, all in support of the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Neal Francis Turned Live at Lagunitas into Boogieland: Photos + Recap Jonah Krueger

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UFC Freedom 250 Ratings Revealed

The event drew an average of 8.2 million viewers. Joe Rogan Was Only 117.4 Million Off on UFC Freedom 250 Ratings Alex Young

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Joe Rogan Was Only 117.4 Million Off on UFC Freedom 250 Ratings

The event drew an average of 8.2 million viewers. Joe Rogan Was Only 117.4 Million Off on UFC Freedom 250 Ratings Alex Young

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Brian Fallon & The Painkillers announce huge 2026 UK, European and North American tour

The solo trek for The Gaslight Anthem's frontman includes a stop at London's O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire

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Role Model is first artist to use Spotify ‘Reserved’ ticketing

Spotify’s next big step into ticketing is rolling out. ‘Reserved’ was announced last month at Spotify’s investor day in New York, and is now live for its premium subscribers in the US. As we explained then, it will see Spotify reserving two tickets for partner artists’ “most dedicated fans” then sen

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Donner Groove Ultra Electronic Drum Set Review

Donner continues its assault on budget gear with an e-kit packing fantastic hardware and standout looks, but the module needs some work

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Harry Styles Reimagines Classics for Meltdown Festival

Singer is halfway through curating the Meltdown Festival

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Oliver Tree's Mother and Post Malone Honor Late Musician

Tree died in a helicopter crash last weekend, aged 32

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Oliver Tree’s mother shares tribute as Post Malone dedicates Toronto show to “beautiful man”: “We are so proud of you”

Tree died in a helicopter crash last weekend, aged 32

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‘The Boroughs’ fans criticise the show’s shock cancellation: “Boycott Netflix”

The Duffer Brothers show only aired for one season

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Donner Groove Ultra Electronic Drum Set Review

Donner continues its assault on budget gear with an e-kit packing fantastic hardware and standout looks, but the module needs some work

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Harry Styles Reimagines Classics for Meltdown Festival

Singer is halfway through curating the Meltdown Festival

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Japan passes copyright reform giving performers and record companies royalties when recordings play in public, including overseas

Until now, only songwriters, composers and music publishers were paid when their music was played as background music in Japanese venues. Source

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Linear Festivals founders win International Entrepreneur of the Year

Congratulations to Vishruti Bindal and Bharavi, the co-founders of Linear Festivals in India. They have won the 2026 Music Ally International Entrepreneur of the Year award, in association with Universal Music Group Digital Innovation, which saw four finalists pitch at Music Ally NEXT yesterday. Lin

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Donner Groove Ultra E-Drum Kit Review: Strong Hardware, Underdeveloped Module

Donner continues its assault on budget gear with an e-kit packing fantastic hardware and standout looks, but the module needs some work

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Harry Styles Reimagines Classics with Orchestral and Choral Accompaniment

Singer is halfway through curating the Meltdown Festival

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Harry Styles at Meltdown Festival

Singer is halfway through curating the Meltdown Festival

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Role Model Announces 2026-2027 Tour

He'll be joined on the road by Samia and Keni Titus in 2026 and 2027, with a huge show lined up at London's O2