Taking politics to the dancefloor, the albums of Heaven 17 have given The Human League a run for their money as Sheffield’s biggest synth-pop act. By Steve Harnell Penthouse And…
Soft Cell and Pet Shop Boys team up for new song Purple Zone
Two titans of synth-pop have joined forces for the first time as Soft Cell and Pet Shop Boys announce a mouth-watering collaboration. Written by Soft Cell, Purple Zone has been…
Robyn unveils cover of Neneh Cherry classic Buffalo Stance
We all remember Neneh Cherry’s Buffalo Stance as one of the great pop songs of 1988. Well now, 34 years on, Swedish singer Robyn has unveiled a thrilling new cover.…
Join Classic Pop in giving your support to Ukraine
As events have escalated in Ukraine, and its people have shown such inspiring and courageous resistance, Anthem is announcing its humanitarian support for the people affected by this conflict, committing to doing what…
Tears For Fears announce live shows for September
To celebrate the release last week of their first album of new material in 17 years, The Tipping Point, Tears For Fears have announced two special intimate live shows after…
This Month In Pop – March 1986
Depeche Mode release their fifth album, Prince releases his eighth and Pet Shop Boys drop their first, all in March 1986… 9 March After agreeing to collaborate with Run-DMC on…
The Stone Roses – the story of Spike Island
In 1990 The Stone Roses seemed on the verge of global domination when they staged their now-legendary Spike Island gig. But what’s the truth behind this most mythical of all-dayers?…
Making Tears For Fears’ Songs From The Big Chair
After making major waves with their debut The Hurting in 1983, Tears For Fears returned with a new sound two years later with Songs From The Big Chair… Having achieved a level of…
Natalie Imbruglia – 25 Years of Left Of The Middle UK Tour
SPONSORED NEWS STORY NATALIE IMBRUGLIA will be marking the 25th anniversary of her landmark album ‘Left Of The Middle’ with a series of special live shows in October. A celebration…
a-ha: The Movie gets UK release date
Get ready for a-ha: The Movie. Arriving on UK screens on 27 May 2022, the feature-length documentary features new interviews with the band and previously unreleased behind-the-scenes footage. Thomas Robsahm…