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Dan Biggane
Dan Biggane is a writer for Classic Pop and Vintage Rock magazines. A former entertainment editor at the Bath Chronicle newspaper, he’s interviewed countless big names from the world of rock and pop including Robert Plant and John Lydon, as well as members of The Specials, The Selecter, The Cure, The Go-Go's and Echo & The Bunnymen.
The Pogues to celebrate 40th anniversary of Rum Sodomy & The Lash with live UK dates next year. The Pogues have announced their first UK headline tour in 13 years. Celebrating……
Elton John and Brandi Carlile unveil new duet
Elton John and Brandi Carlile have unveiled their new original song Never Too Late, from the forthcoming Disney+ documentary Elton John: Never Too Late. Never Too Late, co-written by Elton……
The Farm announce their first new album in 30 years
Indie-dance crossover outfit The Farm have announced the release of their first album since 1994. Written and performed by all five original members – Peter Hooton (vocals), Steve Grimes (guitar and……
Band Aid 40th anniversary compilation announced
Bob Geldof, Midge Ure and Trevor Horn announce details of a forthcoming Band Aid 40th anniversary compilation, brand new 2024 Ultimate Mix and accompanying video release. The latest incarnation of……
The Verve compilation album reissued on vinyl
The Verve compilation album, This Is Music: The Singles, is to be released on vinyl for the very first time. Originally released on CD only in November 2004, this 20th……
Annie Lennox & Friends fundraising concert announced
The inaugural SISTERS: Annie Lennox & Friends concert will be held at London’s Royal Albert Hall during Women’s History Month next year. Named after the Eurythmics and Aretha Franklin’s 1985……
Gary Kemp reveals third solo album, This Destination
Guitarist, songwriter and co-founder of Spandau Ballet, Gary Kemp announces third solo album, This Destination. Kemp’s new body of work follows on from 2021’s INSOLO and is his most personal to……
Robbie Williams announces 2025 tour
Robbie Williams announces 2025 tour, which will see the star perform in cities across the UK, Ireland and Europe next summer. The ‘Robbie Williams Live 2025’ tour will open in……
The Cure hit No.1 in the Official UK Album Charts
The Cure have hit No.1 in the Official UK Album Charts with their long-awaited new LP, Songs Of A Lost World. Of the reception to the critically acclaimed record, their……
Echo & The Bunnymen’s eighth studio album released on vinyl
Twenty-five years since its first release, London Records are set to reissue Echo & The Bunnymen’s eighth studio album, What Are You Going To Do With Your Life?, on vinyl.……