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Sleep Token are set to headline Download Festival 2025 - but are they set to clash with anyone now the set times have been revealed?

Your Download 2025 set times - who is clashing with who?

Who from the second round of semi-finalists do we think will progress to the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final this weekend in Basel?

Who do we think will qualify from the second Eurovision semi-final?

Ahead of her UK tour dates in June 2025, Beyoncé has broken a record after her five nights at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium.

Beyoncé makes history ahead of arriving in the UK next month

Tommy Cash is looking to ensure Estonia make it into this weekend's Grand Final, as he competes in the first semi-final later today.

Who is Tommy Cash - Estonia's popular entry at Eurovision 2025?

Wheatus will be performing their debut album in full, as they celebrate its 25th anniversary with a UK tour later this year.

Wheatus announce UK tour to celebrate anniversary of debut record

The presenters of the popular podcast series, Talking Sopranos, will be bringing their discussions about the iconic TV series to UK stages in 2026.

The stars of The Sopranos to bring their podcast to UK in the new year

Adam Anderson has announced he will not be part of Hurt's upcoming tour dates to concentrate on his mental health and wellbeing, after posting to Instagram to confirm the news.

Hurts member confirms he will not be part of upcoming tour

What areas in the United Kingdom have made their Eurovision 2025 predictions and what areas were correct with their answers in the last two competitions?

This country is who the UK think will win Eurovision in 2025

What are CD hunters looking for on Discogs in May, and are any of them in your collections already?

The 17 most-wanted CDs that collectors are desperate for right now

Current Women's World Champion, IYO SKY, teams up with former champion Rhea Ripley to take on the upstart team of Roxanne Perez and Giulia on the May 12 2025 episode of Raw.

WWE Raw: UK start time for the first episode after WWE Backlash 2025

Metallica caused ‘seismic activity’ to be recorded after their show in Virginia this weekend.

Metallica set causes small earthquake, seismologists confirm

Metallica join Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen after ‘rocking’ Virginia this weekend

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Items that once belonged to the late Steve Albini are set to go on sale weekly through the new Steve Albini’s Closet website.

4000 items from the late Steve Albini's collection to go on sale

Is there a 'recipe' to create a certified Eurovision Song Contest contender?

What is the recipe for a winning Eurovision Song Contest entry?

John Cena is set to address the WWE Universe on the eve of his WWE Undisputed Championship bout against Randy Orton on this evening's episode of Smackdown.

WWE Smackdown: UK start time and matches currently announced

OMG, if you like neon green then you would have loved Käärijä's Eurovision outfit, but I was most certainly not a fan

We picked the best Eurovision songs - listen to the full episode

Learn, or relive, the moment Pulp went from small stage cult heroes to main-stage Britpop heroes 30 years ago this year.

Remembering Pulp's iconic Glastonbury 1995 performance and set-list

Learn what 'bootlegs' are and what are some of the most valuable releases within the bootlegging community.

A starters guide to bootlegs - and the most lucrative releases

Who do we think will make it through from the first Eurovision Song Contest semi-final taking place on May 13 2025?

Who do we think will move on from the first Eurovision semi-final? Benjamin Jackson

Are the odds in the favour of those looking to get Ed Sheeran tickets when they go on general sale this week?

The odds of getting an Ed Sheeran ticket for his 2025 hometown gigs

This month's Screen Babble podcast features chats about Sinners, Eurovision 2025 and the trio discussing their least-favourite Celebrity Big Brother housemate after the conclusion of the latest series.

Screen Babble: the success of Sinners and Eurovision 2025 predictions

John Cena defends his WWE Undisputed Championship against generational rival Randy Orton - one last time.

WWE Backlash 2025: UK start time, matches and current WWE champions

Who are the latest names to appear, or reappear, in the rumour mill when it comes to surprise artists performing at Glastonbury 2025 - a month before the festival begins?

11 more acts tipped for secret performances at Glastonbury 2025

With little over a month left until gates open, who’s currently rumoured to perform at Glastonbury in May 2025?

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Your guide to this year's Boomtown: Chapter Four, taking place in August in Hampshire.

Your guide ahead of Boomtown: Chapter Four including travel

What's some of the festivals taking place across Europe in 2025 if some of the UK festivals aren't adventerous enough for you anymore?

Explainer 13 European festivals in 2025 for the adventurous festivalgoer

Spent all weekend browsing record stores and fairs to find that elusive vinyl? Why not try Discogs marketplace instead and use these tips to help with the hunt.

Explainer 10 strategies to collect that rare record on Discogs in 2025

Azaelia Banks, Sean Paul and Alien Ant Farm are just some of the acts confirmed as Boomtown 2025 reveal their final line-up - and details of re-sale tickets.

Final line-up for Boomtown 2025 complete ahead of re-sales

What record fairs are due to take place in Yorkshire, so far, throughout the remainder of 2025, including the summer?

Record fairs 2025: 31 can't miss collectors opportunities in Yorkshire

Kurt Cobain features twice in the list of the 13 most expensive musical items sold at auction - but was one of his guitars 'the' most expensive sold of all time?

13 of the most expensive musical instruments sold at auction

Are Star Wars fans in the UK fond of the path of the Jedi, or do they secretly like those that turn to the dark side of the force?

Who is the UK's favourite Star Wars character as fans celebrate today?

The orchestra are set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their successful live-performances of Avatar: The Last Airbender

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert announces 20th anniversary tour

Remember Monday will be hoping their 2025 UK tour is a victory tour after Eurovision 2025.

Remember Monday announce UK tour to take place after Eurovision 2025

Randy Orton is set to once again appear on WWE Smackdown ahead of his WWE Undisputed Championship clash with John Cena - 'One Last Time' - at WWE Backlash this month.

What's happening on WWE Smackdown & what time does it start in the UK?

Celebrate Star Wars Day 2025 around the world with these 15 filming locations considered the most 'Instagrammable.'

The 15 most popular Star Wars filming locations according to Instagram

The force is strong with these 15 filming locations from the Star Wars universe

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Fans continue to speculate who could play Worthy Farm this year, with two names now believed to be ‘solid’ bets at Glasto 2025.

Glastonbury 2025: US group and UK act among the latest rumoured acts

What songs caused a moral panic in the '80s that led to the establishment of the Parental Advisory label that adorns CDs to this day?

The 'Filthy Fifteen' songs of the 1980s that parents tried to ban

Picture dated 1978 of British punk rockers from the band The Clash, Joe Strummer (R), Mick Jones (C) and Paul Simonon.

When The Clash’s sound of discontent toured the UK on this day in 1977

Eurovision 2025 is set to take place in Basel, Switzerland throughout May 2025 - here's your guide to everything you need to know before the huge European celebration.

Explainer A starters guide to the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest

Despite the line-up for Leeds and Reading having been revealed, could one of these 13 artists make a surprise appearance at either event?

13 'wildcards' who could make an appearance at Leeds and Reading

What are the most wanted vinyl releases users of Discogs are after as April draws to a close?

The 23 most wanted records that vinyl hunters are desperate for

Having spent formative years getting his sunburn slapped after music festivals, Benjamin Jackson offers his tips how to stay safe in the hot weather during the UK outdoor gig and festival season 2025.

Keeping safe from the heat during the UK’s many outdoor shows in 2025

From sports cars to highland cattle, steampunk and Scarborough Street, there's a number of activities across Yorkshire this May Bank Holiday for all the family.

27 events to occupy your May Bank Holiday weekend in Yorkshire

Incubus revealed details of their new album with a series of projections around London over the weekend - after their performance at The O2.

Incubus reveal details of first new album in eight years

Kneecap have already courted controversy in the United States over the stance regarding Palestine and performances at Coachella 2025.

Kneecap videos under review for inciting violence against local MPs

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