The former Liberal Democrat leader and current MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale Tim Farron on his music obsessions… What was the first song you remember loving? The first single I…
Rick Astley announces new album, Are We There Yet?
Rick Astley has announced a new album, Are We There Yet?, due for release on 6 October. The album, the press release states, “is the sound of Rick reflecting and…
Interview: Harry Wayne Casey of KC And The Sunshine Band
Dave Freak talks to Harry Wayne Casey, longtime frontman of KC And The Sunshine Band Formed by Harry Wayne Casey in the early 70s in Florida, with KC And The…
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Depeche Mode live at Twickenham, 17 June
Depeche Mode – live at Twickenham, 17 June There are several things to worry about when seeing an iconic band play live these days, not least, of course, the cost.…
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Peter Gabriel live at Utilita Arena, Birmingham, 17 June
The legendary singer-songwriter returns with a set heavy on his first new material in 21 years. Risky? Not if you’re Peter Gabriel… When it comes to filling arenas, any act…
Watch the trailer for Netflix’s new Wham! documentary
Wham! are the focus of a new documentary that will premiere on Netflix on 5 July. “With unprecedented access to both George [Michael] and Andrew [Ridgeley]’s personal archive including never-before-seen…
Jimmy Somerville to reissue debut solo album Read My Lips
Jimmy Somerville’s debut solo album Read My Lips will be re-issued by London Records in a variety of formats and featuring rarities and new remixes on 1 September 2023. It’s…
Siouxsie Sioux announces 2023 live dates, debut album Mantaray reissue
Siouxsie Sioux’s debut solo album Mantaray is to be reissued with new artwork. It will be available on 14 July is is available to pre-order here. The new version of…
Classic Pop Presents: Madonna Vol 2
From discovering herself in Michigan to immersing herself in New York’s clubland, Madonna made waves from the very start, with a run of hit records that would go on to…
Exclusive first review: Pet Shop Boys – SMASH
The synth-pop duo’s singles across the past 35 years are collected on a gamechanging compilation. We dive in and take stock of a landmark pop release. Rating: 10/10 When Classic…