Shane MacGowan, former lead singer of Irish folk-punk outfit The Pogues, has died at the age of 65. The news of his death was announced by his wife, Victoria Clarke,……
Album Insight: Madonna – MDNA
Newly divorced and with a fresh multi-million dollar deal, Madonna left the director’s chair in high spirits – but for many, the MDNA buzz just wasn’t enough… Given the triple-entendred……
Kylie – her most pivotal songs
“I have so many characters lurking around my body – I’m possessed!” And with over five decades of hits, Kylie Minogue has explored many of them via some of the……
Duran Duran share video for latest single Black Moonlight
Duran Duran have unveiled the official music video for their new single Black Moonlight. The creation of GRAMMY-winning director Jonas Åkerlund(Madonna, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga), who the band last worked with……
Pet Shop Boys’ Copenhagen show heads to cinemas
Trafalgar Releasing have announced the worldwide cinema release of Pet Shop Boys Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live at the Royal Arena Copenhagen coming to cinemas on January 31 and February……
Simple Minds announce new documentary Everything Is Possible
On 22 December, Paramount+ UK will premiere Everything Is Possible, a new documentary-film telling the story of Simple Minds. Directed and produced by Joss Crowley, the film takes the viewer on……
NOW That’s What I Call Music: 40th Anniversary – 40 Facts & Figures*
(*All based on the numbered Volumes 1 to 116 unless otherwise stated) The NOW series released its first album on 28 November 1983. To celebrate its 40th birthday, here’s 40……
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Our once-in-a-year Black Friday Sale is here! Subscribe to Classic Pop today and save a massive 56% off the cover price for a whole year of fantastic pop nostalgia. This……
Girls Aloud to reunite for UK and Ireland tour dedicated to Sarah Harding
Girls Aloud are to reform for a special tour in honour of late bandmate Sarah Harding. The shows, in May and June 2024, will feature all of the band’s hits……
Album Spotlight: Depeche Mode – Playing The Angel
Despite inter-band tiffs played out in the press and personal demons coming to the fore, Depeche’s 11th album Playing The Angel drew praise from all quarters… Prior to Playing The……