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Marc Almond Reflects On Soft Cell’s Bittersweet Final Album With Dave Ball

Marc Almond has reflected on the bittersweet release of Soft Cell’s forthcoming album Danceteria, revealing that he and late bandmate Dave Ball had finished approving the record just two days before Ball’s death. Speaking on The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X, Almond recalled the moment he and Ball listened through the completed album together

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The Weeknd Says He’ll ‘Never Disappear’ After Testing Retirement

The Weeknd has appeared to back away from his previous plans to retire the stage name, telling fans in Stockholm that he intends to continue performing as The Weeknd. The Canadian singer, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, made the comments during his After Hours Til Dawn Tour show in Stockholm, Sweden, on Saturday, saying

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Madonna Pays Emotional Tribute To William Orbit Following Producer’s Death At 69

Madonna has paid tribute to William Orbit, the acclaimed British producer behind her landmark 1998 album Ray of Light, following his death at the age of 69. Orbit, whose real name was William Wainwright, died at his home on 23 July 2026, according to his family. His death was also reported by the BBC. Madonna

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Morrissey Cancels Las Vegas Residency Over ‘Unforeseen Logistical Circumstances’

Morrissey has cancelled his planned Las Vegas residency just days before its scheduled opening, with the singer citing “unforeseen logistical issues” for the decision. The former Smiths frontman was due to perform four shows at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas on August 14, 15, 18 and 19, 2026. Ticket holders were informed that the

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Ariana Grande To Film London Eternal Sunshine Shows For Concert Special

Ariana Grande is reportedly set to film her upcoming London shows for a new concert special, giving fans a filmed record of her Eternal Sunshine tour before she takes an extended break from public-facing work. The 33-year-old singer will begin a 10-date residency at London’s O2 Arena next weekend, with the performances expected to be

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Sam Fender And Olivia Dean’s ‘Rein Me In’ Makes UK Chart History With 20th Week At No. 1

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have extended their record-breaking run at the top of the UK Singles Chart, with “Rein Me In” spending a 20th week at No. 1 on the chart published on 7 August 2026. The achievement comes just one week after the song became the longest-running No. 1 single in UK chart

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William Orbit Dies Aged 69 As Tributes Pour In For Madonna’s Ray Of Light Producer

William Orbit, the Grammy-winning producer best known for his work on Madonna’s landmark album Ray of Light, has died at the age of 69. Orbit died on 23 July, according to a statement shared on his official social media accounts. No cause of death has been announced. The influential producer worked with some of the

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Madonna and Kylie Minogue at WorldPride 2026

Madonna And Kylie Minogue Release ‘Love Sensation (Afterhours Mix)’ Collaboration

Madonna and Kylie Minogue have officially released “Love Sensation (Afterhours Mix) – Madonna and Kylie”, ending years of speculation about a studio collaboration between the two pop icons. The remix arrived on streaming platforms after making its live debut during Madonna’s Club Confessions, presented by MISTR, at WorldPride in Amsterdam. The release follows the success

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Blue Note Jazz Club To Open First UK Venue In London This September

The Blue Note Jazz Club will open its first UK venue in London’s Covent Garden on 23 September 2026, bringing the world-famous jazz brand to the capital for the first time. Located on St Martin’s Lane in the West End, the new venue will launch on what would have been John Coltrane’s 100th birthday. The

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Dolly Parton To Receive Americana Lifetime Achievement Award At 2026 Honours

Dolly Parton will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Americana Honours & Awards, recognising her decades-long contribution to American roots music as a songwriter and recording artist. The Americana Music Association announced the honour ahead of the awards ceremony in Nashville, where Parton will accept the award via video. Americana Music Association honours

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