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• Peter Katsis, Smashing Pumpkins and Backstreet Boys Manager, Dead at 69

  06-08-2026 23:57 via rollingstone.com
  
  Katsis also worked with Jane's Addiction, Korn, Audioslave, Ice Cube, and more top artists
  
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• Watch Timbaland perform only the times he says “EH” in Nelly Furtado’s ‘Say It Right’

  06-08-2026 22:35 via nme.com
  
  Footage has gone viral of Timbaland performing only his “EH” backing vocals to Nelly Furtado‘s ‘Say It Right’ – check out some of the reactions below.READ MORE: Nelly Furtado on her return to music: “Something told me I needed to get back in”The producer was making an appearance at the Łódz Summer Festival in Poland on July 25 and as part of his set, he played Furtado’s 2006 hit and somewhat hilarious
  
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• Grammy-Nominated Opera Singer’s Son Pleads Not Guilty to Dad’s Alleged Murder

  06-08-2026 22:22 via rollingstone.com
  
  Jubilant Sykes was found with fatal stab wounds inside his Santa Monica, Calif., home after a 911 call last December
  
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• Green Day Launches 24/7 YouTube Channel With Videos, Live Performances, and Unseen Archival Footage

  06-08-2026 22:20 via rollingstone.com
  
  Green Day TV will also feature Tre Cool-hosted Transmission Unknown variety show, "unearthed VHS tapes, deep cuts, and probably some stuff that should've stayed in the archives"
  
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• Ne-Yo Sued With Claims His Dog ‘Viciously Attacked’ Woman Delivering Package

  06-08-2026 22:18 via rollingstone.com
  
  The woman alleges the dog bit her in the leg without provocation
  
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• London mayor Sadiq Khan hits out at Westminster Council’s controversial plans to prevent new venues “offering music, dancing and similar entertainment” in Soho

  06-08-2026 21:26 via nme.com
  
  Sadiq Khan has hit out at controversial new plans from Westminster Council that could stop new Soho venues offering “music, dancing and similar entertainment”.READ MORE: Sadiq Khan says London’s culture and nightlife will be “front and centre” if he’s re-electedThe Conservative-run council is currently consulting on a new draft policy that would cover some of the city’s busiest nightlife districts.
  Under the plan, the counci
  
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• Mass Layoffs Hit Live Nation-Owned BrooklynVegan, Alternative Press, Revolver, Goldmine

  06-08-2026 21:24 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
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  Live Nation’s majority-owned livestreaming platform Veeps has begun the process of mass layoffs across its entire music media portfolio.
  Veeps, the ticketed livestreaming platform majority-owned by Live Nation, has started the process of laying off massive swaths of employees across cultural reporting, subculture journalism, and independent artist coverage. These include the gutting of BrooklynVegan, Alternative Press, Revolver, and Goldmine.
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• TikTok Guts Entire Nashville Office, Lays Off 250 Employees

  06-08-2026 21:16 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Photo Credit: Moore Building, where TikTok’s Nashville offices were located / Goldman Sachs
  After announcing a massive expansion in the heart of Nashville, TikTok shutters its office in Music City, laying off 250 people to “streamline” its operations.
  TikTok’s U.S. joint venture has laid off 250 employees in Nashville as the office closes its doors on October 5. Notably, that includes those in charge of content moderation, as those jobs continue feeling pressure from arti
  
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• Anyone Looking for Some Swanky Office Space In Music City? TikTok Guts Its Entire Nashville Office After Just Two Years, Lays Off 250 Employees

  06-08-2026 21:16 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Photo Credit: Moore Building, where TikTok’s Nashville offices were located / Goldman Sachs
  After announcing a massive expansion in the heart of Nashville, TikTok shutters its office in Music City, laying off 250 people to “streamline” its operations.
  TikTok’s U.S. joint venture has laid off 250 employees in Nashville as the office closes its doors on October 5. Notably, that includes those in charge of content moderation, as those jobs continue feeling pressure from arti
  
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• The Grammy Whammy

  06-08-2026 21:13 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
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  Some artists spend lots of time, lots of money and personal capital winning a statue. So what?
  Every musician wants to hear their name followed by two magical words: “Grammy winner”.
  For decades, winning a Grammy has been considered one of the highest achievements in the music industry — a golden stamp of credibility, artistic excellence and recognition from your peers. It could also change your career. A televised performance or major win once sent people directly t
  
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• Universal Music Moves to Toss AFM’s Gen AI Suit, Says It’s Required to Pay the Union ‘Nothing’ for Its Udio Licensing Deal

  06-08-2026 21:11 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Richmond, Virginia’s In Your Ear Studios. Photo Credit: Will Fisher
  Two weeks after the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) fired off an amended suit against Warner Music and Universal Music, the latter major is doubling down on its dismissal push.This latest dismissal demand surfaced in a newly submitted motion from Universal Music Group (UMG), though both defendants have been stressing the arguments therein for some time.
  As many know, the AFM is adamant that the non-Sony majors&rsquo
  
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• UMG Says It Owes ‘Nothing’ to the American Federation of Musicians as Legal Barbs Fly Following Udio AI Licensing Deal

  06-08-2026 21:11 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Richmond, Virginia’s In Your Ear Studios. Photo Credit: Will Fisher
  Two weeks after the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) fired off an amended suit against Warner Music and Universal Music, the latter major is doubling down on its dismissal push.This latest dismissal demand surfaced in a newly submitted motion from Universal Music Group (UMG), though both defendants have been stressing the arguments therein for some time.
  As many know, the AFM is adamant that the non-Sony majors&rsquo
  
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• Lindsey Buckingham’s Alleged Stalker Ruled ‘Not Trial-Competent’ After Mental-Health Exam

  06-08-2026 21:01 via rollingstone.com
  
  “At this time, the court finds that you are not able to handle your case,” a judge told Michelle Dick
  
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• Lindsey Buckingham’s Alleged Stalker Ruled ‘Not Trial Competent’ After Mental Health Exam

  06-08-2026 21:01 via rollingstone.com
  
  “At this time, the court finds that you are not able to handle your case," a judge told Michelle Dick
  
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• ZZ Top Cancel Hollywood Bowl, Other Dates, ‘Insurmountable Obstacles’ Cited

  06-08-2026 20:09 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Photo Credit: ZZ Top by Brian Marks / CC by 2.0
  ZZ Top canceled their Tuesday performance in Chula Vista and their Wednesday show at the Hollywood Bowl, citing “insurmountable obstacles.” Their touring partner Cheap Trick held an “intimate” show at the Troubadour.
  This week, ZZ Top canceled their Tuesday show in Chula Vista, California, and their Wednesday performance at the Hollywood Bowl. In a statement on their social media, the band said that “Insurmountable obs
  
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• ZZ Top Cancel Hollywood Bowl and Other Dates, Citing ‘Insurmountable Obstacles’

  06-08-2026 20:09 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Photo Credit: ZZ Top by Brian Marks / CC by 2.0
  ZZ Top canceled their Tuesday performance in Chula Vista and their Wednesday show at the Hollywood Bowl, citing “insurmountable obstacles.” Their touring partner Cheap Trick held an “intimate” show at the Troubadour.
  This week, ZZ Top canceled their Tuesday show in Chula Vista, California, and their Wednesday performance at the Hollywood Bowl. In a statement on their social media, the band said that “Insurmountable obs
  
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• Here’s what Foo Fighters and Queens Of The Stone Age played as they kicked off their 2026 North American tour

  06-08-2026 19:37 via nme.com
  
  Foo Fighters and Queens Of The Stone Age have kicked off their 2026 North American stadium tour in Toronto – check out footage and setlists below.READ MORE: Foo Fighters – ‘Your Favorite Toy review: back to brawny basicsThe two bands began their run of shows together on the ‘Take Cover’ tour at Rogers Stadium on Tuesday night (August 4), along with an opening set from Mannequin Pussy.
  It marked the Foos’ f
  
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• Hilary Duff Dazzles Madison Square Garden

  06-08-2026 19:34 via rollingstone.com
  
  “This is just a magical moment for me,” Hilary Duff told a sold-out Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night. “It’s the third time on tour I’ve gotten to say ‘I’m home,’” she said. Duff’s Lucky Me world tour has included stops in Houston, the singer-actor’s hometown, Los Angeles, where she currently resides, and, now, New […]
  
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• Phoebe Bridgers to premiere new album ‘Lost Weekend’ with custom visual shows in planetariums worldwide

  06-08-2026 18:00 via nme.com
  
  Phoebe Bridgers will premiere her new album ‘Lost Weekend’ by playing it in planetariums worldwide alongside custom-made visual displays.READ MORE: Phoebe Bridgers: “I definitely feel a lot less apologetic than I did before” The indie icon and Boygenius member is set to release her long-awaited third solo record next Friday (August 14) via Dead Oceans. It comes as the follow-up to 2020’s ‘Punisher’, and has already been previewed by lead s
  
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• Joan Jett cancels tour dates after recent surgery

  06-08-2026 18:00 via music-news.com
  
  Joan Jett underwent orthopaedic surgery after suffering a fractured vertebra.
  
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• A Life on Fyre: Remembering the Lyres’ Garage-Punk Godfather Jeff Conolly

  06-08-2026 17:51 via rollingstone.com
  
  A fond farewell to the Carl Yastrzemski of Boston rock
  
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• See Chris Stapleton Join Guns N’ Roses for ‘Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door’ in Toronto

  06-08-2026 17:22 via rollingstone.com
  
  A decade after serving as GNR's opening act, the country singer appears onstage with Axl Rose, Slash, and company
  
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• Watch Blossoms debut new song ‘Additional Driver’ with Declan McKenna as they celebrate 10 years of debut album at intimate Manchester show

  06-08-2026 17:08 via nme.com
  
  Blossoms brought out Declan McKenna at an intimate Manchester gig celebrating 10 years of their debut album, and debuted playful new song ‘Additional Driver’.READ MORE: Blossoms interview: “The last thing we want to do is mimic what we’ve done before”The one-off homecoming show was held last night (Wednesday August 5) at the Manchester Deaf Institute, and saw the indie icons celebrate their breakthough 2016 album by playing the tracklist in full.
  Recorded live on th
  
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• Additional Licensing Deals Incoming? Suno Unveils ‘New Downloads Policy,’ Watermarking Support, ‘Clearer Community Guidelines,’ and ‘Transparency Tools’ for Identifying AI Tracks

  06-08-2026 16:48 via digitalmusicnews.com
  
  Photo Credit: Suno
  As it fends off multiple high-stakes copyright suits – and eyes additional licensing pacts – Suno has unveiled plans to adopt “new audio watermarking and fingerprinting technology” as well as “a new downloads policy designed to limit the ability to mass distribute songs on streaming platforms.”
  The gen AI upstart reached out with word of the seemingly sweeping changes, which CEO Mikey Shulman described in a blog post entitled “How We&r
  
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• Brave Male Country Fans Admit to Liking Music by Women: Meet ‘Ella’s Fellas’

  06-08-2026 16:22 via rollingstone.com
  
  What's behind the phenomenon of men who love Ella Langley so much they need a name to do it publicly?
  
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• Sam Smith drops heartbreaking new song ‘When He’s Gone’

  06-08-2026 16:04 via nme.com
  
  Sam Smith has dropped their heartbreaking new single ‘When He’s Gone’.READ MORE: Sam Smith – ‘Gloria’ review: the most vital work of their careerThe singer is gearing up to release their fifth studio album, ‘Hazel Eyes‘. So far, Smith has shared the romantic ‘My Guy‘ and ‘Oh Mother’. The record is due out August 21 via Capitol Records UK – pre-order now here.
  Compared to their previous singles, ‘When He&rsqu
  
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• Dolly Parton to Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor at the Americana Music Awards

  06-08-2026 15:15 via rollingstone.com
  
  The country legend, who has been focusing on some health challenges this year, will accept her honor virtually
  
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• Madness share new trailer for classic ‘Take It Or Leave It’ film restored in 4K

  06-08-2026 14:57 via nme.com
  
  Madness have restored their classic Take It Or Leave It film in 4K, and it is heading to cinemas in the UK and Ireland later this year. Check out the trailer below.READ MORE: Madness’ Suggs: “We were unique – but it’s so hard for bands now”The part-mockumentary film was first released in 1981, and caught the band as they rose through the ranks to become one of Britain’s best-loved music groups.
  With no actors at all, the film caught Suggs, Bedders, El Thommo,
  
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• Joan Jett cancels tour dates due to “healing process” after surgery

  06-08-2026 14:54 via nme.com
  
  Joan Jett has cancelled her tour dates to heal after her recent surgery.READ MORE: Joan Jett: “Ted Nugent’s criticism? It’s what I’ve dealt with my whole life – being written off”The legendary rocker was scheduled to perform in Costa Mesa, California and Louisville, Kentucky in September.
  However, she has taken to social media to tell fans that the dates have been cancelled. On Instagram stories, Jett’s team wrote: “Following a recent injury,
  
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• Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges dating back to 1978

  06-08-2026 14:35 via nme.com
  
  Gary Glitter has appeared in court over a historical sex offence charge dating back to 1978.
  The disgraced entertainer and convicted pedophile was charged with the offence last July. Glitter (real name Paul Gadd) was accused of one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13, and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14 (via BBC News).
  Now, Gadd has denied the charges while appearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court yesterday (Wednesday August 5).
  
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• Sienna Spiro opens up about body insecurity and the vocal nodules that left her 'nearly mute'

  06-08-2026 14:00 via music-news.com
  
  The singer has revealed how childhood insecurity, her signature big-hair persona and long-term vocal nodules have shaped both her confidence and her music.
  
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• Oasis Knebworth comeback rumours rife as promoters secure licence for 125,000-capacity shows

  06-08-2026 14:00 via music-news.com
  
  Promoters have been cleared to stage huge gigs at Knebworth, intensifying speculation that Oasis will return to the historic venue for a record-breaking six nights as part of their rumoured 2027 tour.
  
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• Legendary Blue Note jazz club to open first UK location in London next month with Robert Glasper

  06-08-2026 13:45 via nme.com
  
  The iconic Blue Note Jazz Club is set to open its first UK location in London next month, and has confirmed the first performers, which feature Robert Glasper, Erykah Badu and more.READ MORE: Friends Like These – Denzel Curry x Robert GlasperLocated on St Martin’s Lane in Covent Garden, the first UK location for the legendary space will open on September 23 – fittingly, the 100th birthday of John Coltrane – and is set to capture the same atmosphere as the venues in New Yo
  
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• TikTok speak out on delayed removal of Perez Hilton’s livestream showing footage of self-harm

  06-08-2026 13:36 via nme.com
  
  TikTok have addressed their delayed removal of Perez Hilton’s disturbing livestream showing footage of self-harm.
  The celebrity blogger was hospitalised on Tuesday (August 4) after Hilton streamed himself hurting himself on TikTok. Local law enforcement was called to Hilton’s home following several emergency calls made by viewers.
  The Miami-Dade sheriff’s office have confirmed that Hilton had been safely transported and is currently receiving medical attention.
  Now, following c
  
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• Kathy Griffin claims Dave Grohl blanked her at the airport after Donald Trump photo scandal

  06-08-2026 13:21 via nme.com
  
  Kathy Griffin has revealed that Dave Grohl “acted like he didn’t know me” during an encounter at an airport following a scandal involving her criticism of US President Donald Trump.READ MORE: Foo Fighters live in Liverpool: rock club vibes on a stadium scale from our greatest supergroupThe comedian and actor caused controversy in 2017 when she made a protest video that depicted her with a fake severed head that resembled the President, who was serving his first term in office.
  
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• ArcTanGent festival to move to new location in 2027

  06-08-2026 12:43 via nme.com
  
  Organisers of ArcTanGent have confirmed that the festival will be moving to a new location for the first time in 2027.READ MORE: With Glassjaw and Shellac at the helm, ArcTanGent Festival thrives on the fringesFor the past 12 years, the festival has been held at Fernhill Farm in Bristol, and it is set to return there later this month for the 2026 edition, which runs between August 19 and 22 and features performances from Primus, Chelsea Wolfe, Cult Of Luna & Julie Christmas and more.
  Now, in
  
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• Billie Joe Armstrong on the power of the World Cup and why Green Day are “not a political band”

  06-08-2026 12:02 via nme.com
  
  Billie Joe Armstrong has spoken out on the power of the World Cup and explained why Green Day are “not a political band”.READ MORE: The Big Read – Green Day: “We live our lives as if we have nothing”In a new interview with the LA Times, Armstrong spoke about the evolution of their career. Their major-label debut and best-selling album to date, 1994’s ‘Dookie’, touches on themes such as boredom, anxiety, depression and much more.
  “We were
  
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• Addison Rae joins ‘Fortnite’ with ‘Fame Is A Gun’-inspired collab

  06-08-2026 12:02 via nme.com
  
  Addison Rae’s collaboration with Fortnite goes live today – check out what’s included below:READ MORE: Lil Tecca talks headlining ‘Fortnite Festival’ and making ‘GTA’-inspired rapAddison Rae’s arrival in Fortnite was teased last month during the hit online game’s summer trailer and last night (August 5), the full collaboration was unveiled.
  Set to go live later today (August 6), two Addison Rae skins will be available to purchase, alongside e
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo appears in video promoting Planned Parenthood

  06-08-2026 12:00 via music-news.com
  
  The singer-songwriter is a public supporter of access to reproductive health centres in the U.S.
  
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• Melanie C 'had a chat' with Geri after she wore white to her wedding

  06-08-2026 12:00 via music-news.com
  
  The singer married model Chris Dingwall last month.
  
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• Oasis tour promoter granted licence for gigs at Knebworth

  06-08-2026 11:56 via nme.com
  
  The promoter of Oasis’ huge ‘Live ‘25’ tour has been granted a licence to host gigs at Knebworth, making rumours of a 2027 comeback more likely.READ MORE: Oasis live in Cardiff opening night review: a supersonic reunion for a new generationSJM concerts secured the licence from North Hertfordshire Council, meaning that they now have the ability to plan and host events at the iconic space. The licence allows for events up to 125,000 people, and permits the promoter to plan
  
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• Kanye West sued by producer for allegedly refusing to pay him for two years

  06-08-2026 11:17 via nme.com
  
  Kanye West is facing a new lawsuit from a producer, who claims the rapper “refused to compensate” him for two years.
  The rapper is being sued by an anonymous freelance producer named as ‘John Doe’ in the lawsuit. The producer claims that he was hired “on an emergency basis” just two days before the release of 2024 album ‘Vultures 2‘, and that he worked with West again on this year’s album ‘BULLY‘. The producer is suing for breach
  
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• ‘Drive’ director pays tribute to late composer Kavinsky: “An icon of French pop”

  06-08-2026 11:12 via nme.com
  
  Drive director Nicholas Winding Refn has paid tribute to French composer Kavinsky, who recently died, aged 50.
  The pioneering DJ and electronic music star, real name Vincent ‌Belorgey, was found in his home in Paris by authorities at around 10:30pm local time on July 28. Newspaper reports have said that the cause of death is thought to be a stroke.
  His death has brought in tributes from fans of the 2011 film Drive, starring Ryan Gosling. Kavinsky’s song ‘Nightcall’ played
  
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• Karol G recruits Drake and Bruno Mars for new album

  06-08-2026 11:00 via music-news.com
  
  Karol G has rolled out the tracklist for her new album No Me Arrepiento de Sentir Tanto, confirming collaborations with Drake, Bruno Mars, Judeline, Rusowsky and Cigarettes After Sex’s Greg Gonzalez ahead of its August 7 release.
  
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• Geese's Cameron Winter reacts to being the mystery artist on two new Phoebe Bridgers tracks

  06-08-2026 11:00 via music-news.com
  
  Cameron Winter has fuelled rumours he secretly appears on two Phoebe Bridgers tracks after dodging a question about the mystery “Son-John Johnson” credit on her upcoming album Lost Weekend.
  
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• Queens Of The Stone Age launch their own complaints hotline: “No bitching too big. No whiny too tiny”

  06-08-2026 10:34 via nme.com
  
  Queens Of The Stone Age have launched their own platform for people to vent out their grievances, saying that they are “here to listen” to any general “bitching” or “whining” fans want to get off their chest.READ MORE: Queens Of The Stone Age interview: “I was trying to write my way out of my troubles”Josh Homme and co. launched the 24/7 helpline yesterday (Wednesday August 5), explaining that it was a place where “fans, friends, and foes&rdq
  
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• Alfie Templeman postpones upcoming shows to seek help for “substance abuse issues and depression”

  06-08-2026 09:57 via nme.com
  
  Alfie Templeman has postponed his upcoming shows to seek help for “substance abuse issues and depression”.READ MORE: Alfie Templeman – ‘Mellow Moon’ review: in the pursuit of pop perfectionThe indie singer was due to play shows with Bastille at Dreamland Margate, along with a slot at 110 Above Festival in Leicestershire.
  However, Templeman has now postponed these shows, explaining on his social media: “Hey folks. Unfortunately my current mental state is making
  
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• U2 Share Rewritten ‘Beautiful Day’ Lyrics From Glen Hansard’s Funeral

  06-08-2026 09:34 via rollingstone.com
  
  "You left a hangover from hell, of this there is no doubt/ But as you wake up in heaven, all the angels will shout"
  
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• Elliot Page Says Christopher Nolan’s Script for ‘The Odyssey’ Left Him ‘Breathless’

  06-08-2026 09:13 via rollingstone.com
  
  The actor described the box office-breaking film as "so complex, so massive, and with this tremendous engine and heart"
  
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• Rihanna is in the studio, according to A$AP Rocky

  06-08-2026 09:02 via nme.com
  
  Rihanna is back in the studio, according to her partner A$AP Rocky.READ MORE: Rihanna Exclusive Interview: ‘I Break The Rules Even When I Don’t Intend To’The Barbadian singer has not released a new album since 2016’s ‘Anti‘ – but that might be about to change.
  A$AP Rocky told The Jason Lee Podcast on Wednesday (August 5) that Rihanna was “in the studio right now”.
  “Yeah, I said it. Sorry, babe,” Rocky said, adding: “She
  
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