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Sleep Token are set to headline the Apex Stage this evening at Download Festival 2025.

Download Festival 2025: set times and stage clashes for June 14 2025

Green Day are set to headline Download Festival later today - but is there set clashing with anyone else?

Download Festival 2025: Friday set times including Green Day's set

David Byrne has announced eight UK dates as part of his World Tour.

David Byrne announces 2026 UK tour dates - tickets and locations

Joey Waronker cut his teeth playing for the likes of R.E.M, Beck and supergroup Atoms for Peace.

Who is the current Oasis drummer, Joey Waronker?

Kylie now joins the prestigious group as the only female performance in ‘The 21 Club.’

Kylie joins the '21 Club' after her most recent UK shows

Legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne will have his final live performance from Villa Park in July live-streamed for those who cannot attend.

How to stream Ozzy Osbourne's final performance in 2025

Here’s what Beyoncé performed during her first night in London on her Cowboy Carter tour.

Beyoncé makes her triumphant return to London - what did she play

Sir Rod Stewart cancelled his second show as he continues to battle a case of the flu, he revealed on social media.

Rod Stewart cancels second concert in a week due to illness

Glastonbury Festival have released their full timetable for 2025's event - but fans are guessing on the identities of several TBAs and a Pyramid Stage act.

Glastonbury reveal 2025 timetable - but who could be Patchwork?

Is Angels the most streamed song from Robbie Williams back catalogue, as the singer continues his UK tour later this week?

What is Robbie William's most streamed song as his tour continues?

The first capsule of items includes several motifs dedicated to Oasis' legendary Knebworth performances.

Oasis team up with Amazon to release new merchandise ahead of reunion

Benson Boone is bringing his high-octane live shows to the United Kingdom this year for five nights only.

Grammy-nominee Benson Boone announces UK tour - dates and tickets

Mura Masa will be celebrating some of North England's finest emerging talent with 'Local,' set to take place in Stockton-on-Tees, Blackpool and Bradford in June 2025.

Mura Masa to champion rising North England musicians with curated tour

Kneecap have been removed from the TRNSMT 2025 festival after police were concerned over safety issues regarding the band’s performance.

Kneecap removed from TRNSMT 2025 bill due to 'safety concerns'

Kings of Leon have cancelled a number of UK tour dates after lead singer Caleb Followill shattered his heel.

Kings of Leon cancel UK dates after freak accident

Suzi Quatro is set to perform in the United Kingdom in 2026 with a handful of dates across the country.

US rock legend Suzi Quatro announces 2026 UK tour - dates and tickets
62 years and counting - Suzi Quatro is set to celebrate her history in the music business with a UK Tour
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Mel B's recent discussion about the Spice Girls has fuelled more speculation of a 2026 world tour.

Mel B hints once again at a 'big' Spice Girls reunion for 2026

Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson shared his experiences, both seeing Slipknot for the first time and interviewing the late bass player Paul Gray.

Remembering Paul Gray, the late Slipknot bassist 15 years on

Olly Murs most recent show was halted mid-performance as the singer revealed he was having ‘voice issues.’

Olly Murs cancels two shows over recent health issue with his voice

Metallica have announced four UK tour dates as part of their M72 World Tour for 2026.

Metallica announce UK tour dates in 2026 - venues and tickets

Alongside his festival dates this summer, UK pop legend Leo Sayer has announced a series of solo shows to take place across 2025.

Leo Sayer announces solo Summer 2025 dates alongside festival slots

What were our highlights and low points after watching the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest final over the weekend?

Eurovision 2025: The good, the bad and the ugly from this year's final Benjamin Jackson

This former Oasis member confirmed he will be part of the band’s 2025 reunion shows.

Former Oasis member confirms he'll be part of 2025 reunion line-up

Ahead of her UK tour dates in June 2025, Beyoncé has broken a record after her five nights at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium.

Beyoncé makes history ahead of arriving in the UK next month

Wheatus will be performing their debut album in full, as they celebrate its 25th anniversary with a UK tour later this year.

Wheatus announce UK tour to celebrate anniversary of debut record

Adam Anderson has announced he will not be part of Hurt's upcoming tour dates to concentrate on his mental health and wellbeing, after posting to Instagram to confirm the news.

Hurts member confirms he will not be part of upcoming tour

What areas in the United Kingdom have made their Eurovision 2025 predictions and what areas were correct with their answers in the last two competitions?

This country is who the UK think will win Eurovision in 2025
Could the UK once again correctly predict the 2025 Eurovision winner after two years being right?
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Metallica caused ‘seismic activity’ to be recorded after their show in Virginia this weekend.

Metallica set causes small earthquake, seismologists confirm

Learn what 'bootlegs' are and what are some of the most valuable releases within the bootlegging community.

A starters guide to bootlegs - and the most lucrative releases

Are the odds in the favour of those looking to get Ed Sheeran tickets when they go on general sale this week?

The odds of getting an Ed Sheeran ticket for his 2025 hometown gigs

Remember Monday will be hoping their 2025 UK tour is a victory tour after Eurovision 2025.

Remember Monday announce UK tour to take place after Eurovision 2025

Incubus revealed details of their new album with a series of projections around London over the weekend - after their performance at The O2.

Incubus reveal details of first new album in eight years

Mariah Carey has announced she will be performing at this year’s Capital Summertime Ball, alongside Benson Boone and more.

Mariah Carey set to perform at Capital Summertime Ball 2025

Don't miss performances by Green Day, Lady Gaga, Travis Scott or Charli XCX (and maybe a glimpse of Julia) as the second weekend of Coachella 2025 draws closer.

Set times and how to watch Coachella 2025 weekend two in the UK

Robbie Williams, Kendrick, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and Post Malone; just a handful of upcoming UK tours still set to take place in 2025.

Your Easter guide to the biggest tours coming to the UK still in 2025

Music retailer HMV are forecasting that summer 2025 will be dominated by K-Pop acts such as ENHYPHEN, NewJeans and BTS' Jin - who has announced his second album this week.

K-Pop tipped by UK retailer to dominate this summer's music scene

Lorde has teased fans of a 'new era' for her in 2025 in a new message shared on WhatsApp.

Lorde teases a 'new era' after surprise appearance at Coachella 2025

Linkin Park will be opening this year's UEFA Champions League Final - and have dropped a new short film in celebration of the feat.

Linkin Park to perform before the UEFA Champions League Final

James Blake is just one of the new names added to this year's Meltdown Festival in London.

James Blake, Mahalia and more added to Meltdown Festival 2025

April 5 marks the anniversary of Kurt Cobain's death - 31 years and a month before, Nirvana would perform their final live show.

When was Kurt Cobain’s final live show and what did Nirvana play?

Lady Gaga’s US leg of The MAYHEM Ball has faced criticism for it’s use of dynamic pricing.

What are the odds of getting a Lady Gaga UK tour ticket?

Noel Gallagher might have given the biggest hint what to expect from Oasis’ setlist ahead of their reunion in a recent interview.

Have Oasis dropped their biggest 2025 setlist hint yet?

Public Enemy have announced a one-off show in London for 2025.

Public Enemy announce their only UK performance for 2025

My Bloody Valentine are set for three shows to take place in the UK in late 2025.

My Bloody Valentine announce UK tour for November 2025

ABBA Voyage is set for a refreshed setlist as it celebrates it’s third anniversary in 2025.

ABBA Voyage set to ‘revamp’ concert for third anniversary

The Vengabus is heading to Download Festival 2025 with the announcement of this year’s District X entertainment.

Vengaboys and more announced for Download 2025's District X area

Irish musician CMAT is set to hit the road in late 2025 in support of her third album, Euro-Country.

CMAT announces UK tour in support of new album, Euro-Country

Lady Gaga has announced four dates in the UK as part of her Mayhem world tour.

Lady Gaga announces UK tour for September 2025 - dates and tickets

FKA Twigs has had to cancel several North American and Canadian tour dates due to the wrong visas being issued.

FKA Twigs North American tour cancelled due to visa issues

Could all five members of the Spice Girls reform in 2026 in celebration of 'Wannabe' turning 30?

Spice Girls drop their biggest hint at a full reunion yet

Self Esteem is hitting the road again in 2025, this time to support her new album, A Complicated Woman.

Self Esteem announces UK tour to support new album - dates and tickets

The line-up for the Little Simz curated Meltdown Festival has been announced - including sets from The Streets, Jon Batiste and Ghetts.

Meltdown 2025: Little Simz curated season of shows announced

Ozzy Osbourne speaks onstage during the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on October 19, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Ozzy Osbourne could ‘fly’ over the crowd at final performance

JLS have announced a 14 date UK arena tour with special guest Example.

JLS are back - and heading on tour in 2025

Pet Shop Boys will be bringing their Dreamworld live show to Sandringham Estate this summer - with support from Scissor Sisters.

Pet Shop Boys announce Sandringham Estate show with Scissor Sisters

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