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Provocative is one word to describe Ashnikko, but it doesn’t go far enough when it comes to ‘Smoochies’. The follow up to her 2023 debut ‘Weedkiller’ jettisons much of the conceptual narrative that defined its predecessor and instead finds the rapper embracing a more club-oriented sound alongside a gloves-off rejection of modern puritanism.

Shed Seven have announced a summer show in Halifax.

Swim School are in the midst of a deeply exciting time, with the release of their self-titled debut album running straight into a buzzy UK and Ireland headline tour, which kicks off in Newcastle on November 5. Comprising guitarist-vocalist Alice Johnson, guitarist Lewis Bunting, bassist Lee Brown and drummer Billy McMahon, the Edinburgh band’s sound is a potent blend of shoegaze noise and heady melody — we caught up with them to chatting about everything from the brutality of the music industry to blending genres and touring in a cold van.

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Leigh-Anne has released a new single.

Alfie Boe has announced the Facing Myself Tour.

The sun may have disappeared, but the new releases keep coming! Australian singer-songwriter and producer Tame Impala has put out the long-awaited follow-up to 2020's 'The Slow Rush', and American artist Ashnikko has released her second album, as has UK Eurovision star Sam Ryder. Not for you? Find more new music below.

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Sam Fender has announced a deluxe version of 'People Watching'.

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Bon Jovi have teamed up with Robbie Williams for a new version of their song We Made It Look Easy.

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Charlie Puth will return with a new album next year.

David Essex will hit the road in 2026 with the Thanks For The Memories Tour.

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Melanie C has announced a new album.

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Courteeners will play a huge hometown show next summer.

Ace Frehley has died aged 74.

Westlife have announced residencies in Dublin and Belfast for 2026 as part of their 25th Anniversary World Tour.

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Jenn Wasner launched Flock of Dimes as a solo project in 2011, seeking to explore the more atmospheric and experimental side of songwriting and recording outside the success of beloved folk indie-rockers Wye Oak.

Pete Tong will take his Ibiza Classics show across the UK next June. Pete Tong tickets for the tour go on general sale at 10am today.

Billy Ocean has announced a series of outdoor shows across the UK for summer 2026. Billy Ocean tickets go on general sale at 10am today.

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Ocean Colour Scene will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their second album, 'Moseley Shoals', with a UK tour in winter 2026. Ocean Colour Scene tickets go on general sale at 9am today.

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The Streets have announced a series of outdoor UK shows for summer 2026. The Streets tickets go on general sale at 10am today.

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Luke Combs has announced the My Kinda Saturday Night Tour. Luke Combs tickets go on general sale at 10am local time today.