Southern rap gets a sharp dose of introspection with J’Moris’ latest release, “Cut Off.” The Hillsboro-born rapper, known for his smooth flow and raw storytelling, uses the track to explore themes of loyalty, self-respect, and […]
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The Other Two – Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert interview
Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert’s accidental pop career away from New Order as The Other Two has been an adventure they have never quite controlled… Here the husband-and-wife duo reflect on their side project’s debut […]
The Cure to release Songs Of A Live World Troxy London MMXXIV
The Cure are set to release Songs Of A Live World Troxy London MMXXIV in December with all royalties benefitting the War Child charity. The 1 November saw the release of The Cure’s critically acclaimed […]
Chesney Hawkes reunites with Nik Kershaw on new single
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NEW – Classic Pop Presents 1985
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Dead Or Alive’s Youthquake turns 40 with deluxe boxset reissue
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Travis launch Eat The Beat campaign with food bank donation platform
Picture credit: Stefan Ruiz Travis launch Eat The Beat campaign with food bank donation platform Bankuet to raise funds this Christmas. The band kick off their Raze The Bar Tour at Leeds O2 Academy on […]
Shweta Harve’s “Why So Busy?” Reflects on the Hustle Culture Through Indie Pop
Blending introspective lyrics with indie pop melodies, Shweta Harve’s latest release, “Why So Busy?”, is a poignant critique of modern life’s obsession with constant productivity. With a vibrant, emotive composition by Dario Cei and Shweta […]
Flipturn Is Shining Light On a Personal Subject
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One-Hit Wonders – Best Of The 80s
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Stevie Wonder’s best-selling hits collection debuts on vinyl
Stevie Wonder’s best-selling hits collection, featuring Superstition, Higher Ground, Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours and many more, debuts on 2LP set. Motown/UMe has announced the first-ever vinyl release of Stevie Wonder’s all-time best selling hits […]