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Steven Wilson Rejects AI and Pitch Correction on New Album "Requiem For A Village," Embracing Human Imperfection
Set for release on November 6, Steven Wilson's new album "Requiem For A Village" was deliberately crafted without AI or pitch correction, and includes narration voiced by David Tennant and written by Andy Partridge.
What to know | Beabadoobee Enlists Deftones Frontman Chino Moreno for Duet, Closing Track "Satellite" Hides a Long-Distance Heartache
The key details: The closing track of Beabadoobee's fourth album "Pylon," "Satellite," features Deftones' Chino Moreno on backing vocals, with the chorus shifting from whispered vocals to heavy distortion, singing about longing across a phone line.
SNL UK Skewers Ed Sheeran's Fence-Sitting as Macklemore Fallout Reaches His Philly Show
On Weekend Update, SNL UK poked fun at Ed Sheeran staying quiet after Macklemore was pulled from his tour. In reality, Sheeran later apologized publicly ahead of the Philadelphia gig, admitting he'd weighed scrapping the tour entirely.
What to know | She Says Elden Ring Saved Her Life, So She Wrote an Entire Album About It
The key details: Noctule, the solo project of former Svalbard frontwoman Serena Cherry, will release its Elden Ring-themed album Extinguish Thy Flame on September 25, with each track corresponding to a boss from the game.
Kojima Pushes Back on 'Physint' Shutdown Chatter, but a Reporter's Quick Retort Steals the Moment
Facing rumors that PlayStation cut funding for 'Physint', Kojima Productions issued a rare public statement. Journalist Jason Schreier promptly replied on Bluesky, noting the statement never actually addressed the specifics of the reporting.
What to know | Ed Sheeran's Opening Act Speaks Out After Quitting Tour: "Aim Your Anger at Robert Kraft and the Zionist Lobby"
The key details: Irish singer Aaron Rowe spoke out on IG after leaving Ed Sheeran's "Loop" tour, saying the public is targeting the wrong person—the one who really deserves scrutiny is Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft—while still defending Sheeran.
NME Cover Spotlight Falls on Gurriers, Who Use a Film Soundtrack Playlist to Unpack Their Rage and Romance
This week's NME Cover feature belongs to Dublin punk band Gurriers, who have shared an exclusive film soundtrack playlist featuring picks that span from Eraserhead to Lost In Translation.
The Weeknd Surprises Saitama Crowd With Unreleased Track "Tokyo," Joined Onstage by Evangelion's Yoko Takahashi
During his Belluna Dome show, The Weeknd unveiled the previously unheard song "Tokyo," bringing vocalist Yoko Takahashi out to perform live as the track sampled Evangelion's iconic theme "A Cruel Angel's Thesis." NieR series director Yoko Taro designed the accompanying visuals.
What to know | New Found Glory Guitarist Chad Gilbert Dies at 45, Had Returned to Stage in Mobility Scooter
The key details: New Found Glory founding guitarist Chad Gilbert has passed away from a rare adrenal cancer at age 45. Following brain surgery, he still completed a Tennessee show from a mobility scooter and worked on the band's latest album.
William Shatner, 95, Rocks Out to Metallica's "Enter Sandman" in Surprise Metal Set
Ahead of his official Riot Fest slot, "Star Trek" star William Shatner took the stage at Chicago's Park West for a six-song set, covering Ozzy Osbourne, Metallica, and Motörhead in his first foray into heavy metal.
After 18 Years of Silence, Gnarls Barkley Breaks Its Hiatus with a Tour Billed as Their 'Final Chapter'
Gnarls Barkley—the duo of CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse—has unveiled plans for the 'To Whom It Still Concerns' tour, starting in North America this November before adding four UK shows in December, their first tour since 2008.
Ed Sheeran Loses Entire Support Lineup and Backing Band, Yet Calls Philly Gig "Best Performance of My Life"
Following Macklemore's removal from the tour over his Palestine remarks, Ed Sheeran's opening acts and backing musicians departed one by one. Facing this at the Philadelphia show on September 19, he hastily recruited replacement musicians who mastered the setlist in only three days, while he himself delivered a lengthy teleprompter statement to the crowd.
Papa Roach Pulls Out of Louder Than Life at the Last Minute as Bassist Is Hospitalized
A health "emergency" has left Papa Roach bassist Tobin Esperance unable to take the stage, prompting the band to scrap their September 19 headline slot at Louder Than Life; a comeback show is now set for November.
After Storm Forces Toronto Cancellation, Angus Young Makes Amends by Signing Autographs — Even on a Baby — at PWR/UP Pop-Up
When storm damage forced the cancellation of AC/DC's Toronto show, Angus Young turned up at the PWR/UP pop-up event to make it up to fans, and footage from the scene shows him signing an autograph directly on a baby.
Ed Sheeran-Macklemore Rift Draws Reaction from Ken Casey: "That's Not How You Treat a Tour Partner"
Reacting to Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's tour, Dropkick Murphys frontman Ken Casey said the way Sheeran handled things "felt wrong," pointing to his own band's history as he addressed the loyalty touring acts owe one another.
What to know | Dolly Parton's Pre-Recorded Award Speech Was Meant to Fill In for Her Absence—Overnight It Became Her Final Words, Leaving the Room Speechless
The key details: Dolly Parton accepted her Lifetime Achievement Award at the Americana Honors & Awards via pre-recorded video—originally just a stand-in for her absence, but after her passing last month, it unexpectedly became her final message, leaving the entire audience in stunned silence.
Duncan Sheik, 'Spring Awakening' Composer, Dies at 56
At age 56, Tony- and Grammy-winning musician Duncan Sheik, composer of 'Spring Awakening,' passed away at a Manhattan hospital due to organ failure; tributes have poured in online from former castmates including Lea Michele.
What to know | Damon Albarn Raises Palestinian Flag, Tells Gorillaz US Tour Crowd "Don't Stay Neutral"
The key details: Gorillaz kicked off their 2026 North American tour at Orlando's Kia Center on September 17, where Damon Albarn took a Palestinian flag handed up by a fan and held it high, urging the audience not to stay neutral on the issue.
From Apparent Beef to a Paris Photo Op: Madonna and Charli XCX Join Forces on 'Danceteria Afterhours'
A new version of 'Danceteria,' originally from Madonna's own album *Confessions II*, is set to arrive on September 24 with Charli XCX joining in. The accompanying teaser features the pair dancing face-to-face inside a white studio.
You No Longer Need an NES to Hear Daydream Plus's 8-Bit Remix Album — It's Streaming Now
Emo math-rock outfit Daydream Plus originally released their video-game remix album 'Extended Forecast' exclusively as an NES cartridge. The record has now landed on streaming platforms, and a second cartridge restock has been confirmed.
All Four Talking Heads to Reunite in New York for SiriusXM's New Channel Launch
SiriusXM is debuting Talking Heads Radio, and the band's four members will sit down together on September 28 for a taped conversation led by Este Haim — only their second joint public appearance in two years, despite David Byrne's long-held hesitance toward reunions.
Mexico Gets Ready: Interpol and Queens Of The Stone Age Set for 2027 Stadium Dates
A three-city Mexico tour is coming in March 2027, featuring Interpol alongside Josh Homme's Queens Of The Stone Age, with The Black Angels as opener. Tickets open September 25.
Billy Joel 'Dead' According to Google—Turns Out It Was Just a Glitch
For a few hours, Google Search claimed the 77-year-old singer had died on September 17, alarming fans worldwide. Publicist Claire Mercuri stepped in to confirm the report was false and that Joel remains in good health.
Hayley Williams Reunites "Airplanes" Onstage with Rico Nasty After 16 Years
At an encore moment during her Forest Hills Stadium show in New York, Hayley Williams called up Rico Nasty to perform B.o.B's hit "Airplanes" together — her first live rendition of the track in 16 years.