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Founding member of UB40 Astro has died aged 64. The vocalist, whose real name was Terence Wilson, passed away after a short illness, it’s been confirmed. “We are absolutely devastated…
Blondie announce new Christmas EP Yuletide Throwdown
This year we’ll be dreaming of a Blonde Christmas, as Blondie release a new festive EP. Yuletide Throwdown dropped digitally on 8 October, but those who have been holding out…
Making The Blue Nile: A Walk Across The Rooftops
They only made four albums in 20 years, so The Blue Nile’s every record is precious. but the Scottish trio’s debut, A Walk Across The Rooftops, offered an as yet…
Classic Pop Celebrates ABBA – A New Voyage is now on sale!
ABBA are back! With the news that the Swedish pop powerhouse have reformed for a new album and immersive live experience, we have updated our ABBA special ahead of this…
ABBA Voyage release date, songs, tour and everything you need to know
Yes, ABBA Voyage is actually happening! After four decades apart, Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad have reunited for a new album and virtual tour. https://twitter.com/ABBAVoyage/status/1435166024857489408 The…
Making Madonna – Like A Virgin
The Like A Virgin album turned Madonna from a New York club queen to the most famous female artist in the world… As New York’s achingly hip art set gathered…
Duran Duran share new song Anniversary
Duran Duran have unveiled the video for their latest single, Anniversary, directed by BAFTA-winning artist, photographer and filmmaker, Alison Jackson. The song is taken from the band’s upcoming 15th studio…
BBC Two to screen new documentary series, The 80s – Music’s Greatest Decade?
BBC Two is to screen a major new documentary series about the pop music of the 1980s. Starting Saturday 23 October, The 80s – Music’s Greatest Decade? is presented by…
Adele unveils new single Easy On Me
Adele’s first new music in six years is finally here. The Skyfall singer has returned with a new single, Easy On Me, ahead of the release of her fourth album…
Tears For Fears announce new album The Tipping Point
Tears For Fears have announced details of their first album in nearly two decades. The Tipping Point arrives on 25 February 2022 via Concord Records, a mere 18 years after…