Rema’s Culture Was Demonized. Now, He’s Doubling Down With New Video ‘Benin Boys’ - Music news - NewsLocker (2024)

Rema tells Rolling Stone about tapping the very symbols that caused controversy at his sold-out show at London’s O2: “I just expect fans to care more”

Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl calls out Taylor Swift: “We like to call our tour the ‘Errors Tour’ – because we actually play live”

Foo Fighters‘ Dave Grohl has called out Taylor Swift during a recent show – see footage below.READ MORE: Foo Fighters live in Manchester: invincible and still untouchableWhile performing at London Stadium on Saturday (June 22), Grohl pointed out that Swift was having her own concert down the road at Wembley. After a chorus of boos from fans, Grohl told the audience: “I tell you, man, you don’t want to suffer the wrath of Taylor Swift. So we like to call our tour the &lsqu

Paul McCartney, Prince William, Tom Cruise: All the Celebs at Taylor Swift’s London Shows

The singer’s three-day stint at Wembley Stadium drew famous fans, including a cameo onstage from her boyfriend Travis Kelce

Sheryl Crow slams Drake's 'hateful' use of an AI version of Tupac Shakur

Sheryl Crow has hit out at musicians using AI to create music and took aim at Drake.

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Travis Kelce Makes Eras Tour Onstage Debut at Taylor Swift’s London Show

The singer also surprised fans with an appearance from Gracie Abrams; the pair debuted their collaboration "Us" live

Taylor Swift Brings Travis Kelce Onstage at London Eras Tour Show

The singer also surprised fans with an appearance from Gracie Abrams; the pair debuted their collaboration "Us" live

Arath Herce Refuses to Compromise

The Mexican singer-songwriter is making music that could define the next generation of folk sounds in Spanish.

Monica thanks Ariana Grande for reconnecting her with Brandy

Monica and Brandy are close again after working with Ariana Grande.

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Sabrina Carpenter battles herself for the UK’s Number 1 single

It’s Sabrina Carpenter’s year. The ascendant US superstar made UK chart history last week, and this week she’s her own competition for the top spot

Chappell Roan set for first Top 10 single with 'Good Luck, Babe!'

An ascendant star having the year of her life could mark a major career milestone this week, Chappell Roan is set to claim her first-ever UK Top 10 hit with Good Luck, Babe! this Friday.

Liam Gallagher addresses Oasis's reported reunion

Liam Gallagher has discussed reports Oasis is set to reform.

Justin Timberlake thanks fans for support after 'tough week' and arrest

Justin Timberlake has addressed his recent arrest in New York.

Watch the Killers Cover New Order, Stone Roses at Manchester Concert

Band brings back "True Faith" and performs "Ten Storey Love Story" for first time during third show of four-night stand in British city.

How Great Was Tom Petty’s Influence on Country? Even Dolly Parton and George Strait Sing His Songs

A new tribute album to Petty compiles country heavy hitters like Luke Combs, Midland, Margo Price, and more

Elton John documentary to premiere at Toronto Film Festival

A documentary on Elton John is set to premiere at the upcoming Toronto Film Festival 2024.READ MORE: Elton John: “I’m not interested in the past – not even Elton John’s past”Elton John: Never Too Late will show John’s journey through the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, which began in 2018 and wrapped up in Stockholm last July. It was the first-ever concert tour to earn over $900million (£708million) in gross ticket sales, making it the highest grossing

Pet Shop Boys and Suede amaze audiences at The Isle Of Wight Festival 2024

Pet Shop Boys and Suede headlined Saturday night at The Isle of Wight Festival 2024. As the sun set over Seaclose Park, Pet Shop Boys delivered a spectacular set

Rage Against The Machine’s Tom Morello says new solo album will help him have more “purity” in his work than with a band

Tom Morello has revealed that working on his upcoming solo album has offered him more “purity” in his work than with a band.READ MORE: Tom Morello on collaborating with his son: “I have a guitar player there who may be giving me a run for my money”In an interview with NME, the Rage Against the Machine guitarist reflected on striking out solo – not least, with the forthcoming release of his single ‘Soldier In The Army Of Love’.
“I’ve done a nu

Liam Gallagher clarifies Oasis reunion status following reports about Wembley Stadium plans

Liam Gallagher has given an update on the status of a possible Oasis reunion, following reports that the band apparently booked concert dates at Wembley Stadium this year.READ MORE: Liam Gallagher and John Squire on their long-awaited collaboration: “After all the dust settles, it’s 10 great songs”Earlier today (June 23), Gallagher replied to a fan who asked if a reunion of the band is happening next year. “Nobody’s told me,” he tweeted, “maybe [they&rsq

Nathy Peluso announces ‘Grasa’ 2025 tour dates in UK, Europe and US

Nathy Peluso has announced a tour to support her new album ‘Grasa’ that will cover the UK, Europe and the US in 2025. See the full list of dates below.READ MORE: Five things we learned from our In Conversation video chat with Nathy PelusoThe Argentine-Spanish singer released her second album ‘Grasa’ on May 24 via Sony Music Latin and 5020 Records. It included the single ‘Aprender a Amar’, as well as a collaboration with Blood Orange in the form of ‘El D&

Tomorrowland is offering DJ sets to aspiring young DJs under 18

Tomorrowland is offering budding DJs under 18 a chance to perform at the festival.READ MORE: Every Glastonbury poster and line-up since 1970Earlier this week (June 19), on an Instagram post, the long-running EDM festival promoted Tomorrowland Academy, its online educational portal focused on training budding DJs. “Tomorrowland and the Tomorrowland Academy inspire young talents to cultivate and enhance their skills,” they wrote.
The call-to-action was accompanied by a list of acts boo

Tove Lo responds to Megan Thee Stallion’s request to collaborate: “I’m so ready”

Tove Lo has responded to Megan Thee Stallion’s request for the two to work together on new music.READ MORE:Megan Thee Stallion: “I’m really working on my dynasty right now”At a show in Phoenix this week (June 19), Megan picked up a sign from the crowd and made a public appeal to the Swedish singer that they should work on a collaboration some time.
“Tove Lo, I don’t know if you’re seeing this, but we gotta do a song, because they’re not f*cki

Bob Dylan plays set of surprise ’50s covers and deep cuts on ‘Outlaw Music Festival Tour’ opener

Bob Dylan kicked off the ‘Outlaw Music Festival Tour’ this weekend with a typically unpredictable setlist of ‘50s blues and country covers and deep cuts – watch footage below.READ MORE:Bob Dylan – ‘Rough And Rowdy Ways’ review: arguably his grandest poetic statement yetThe music icon has garnered a reputation for idiosyncratic setlist choices – fans in Atlanta and Charlotte were once again caught off guard by his decision to indulge in choice

Fans, peers react to Charli XCX and Lorde’s ‘Girl, so confusing’ collaboration: “I cry listening to it now”

Fans and peers have reacted to a new version of the Charli XCX song ‘Girl, so confusing’, which features Lorde.READ MORE: Charli XCX – ‘Brat’ review: pop pioneer fully embraces the dancefloorEarlier this month, ‘Girl, so confusing’ was released as part of ‘Brat’, the critically-acclaimed sixth studio album by Charli XCX which debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart. Upon its release, Lorde praised the album on an Instagram story, saying

Watch Hayley Williams join Taylor Swift to perform ‘Castles Crumbling’ in London

Hayley Williams joined Taylor Swift on stage at London’s Wembley Stadium last night (June 22) for a version of ‘Castles Crumbling’ – watch the footage below.READ MORE:Taylor Swift live in Edinburgh: The Eras tour finally hits the UKAt the second of three straight nights at the venue on the ‘Eras’ tour, Swift welcomed the Paramore frontwoman to the piano for a duet of the rarely-performed song.
Williams appeared on the studio version of the track too, whi

Suede debut new song ‘Antidepressants’ at Isle of Wight 2024 set

Suede have previewed a new song titled ‘Antidepressants’ at their recent Isle of Wight 2024 set.READ MORE: Suede: “I’d love to think that our most daring work is ahead of us”Last night (June 22), frontman Brett Anderson introduced the song after performing the ‘Coming Up’ cut ‘Filmstar’. “Here’s a song we’ve been working on for our tenth album,” he told the crowd before revealing its name.
‘Antidepressants’

Willie Nelson misses start of tour 'on doctor's orders'

Willie Nelson has been forced to miss the opening shows of his joint tour with Bob Dylan "on doctor's orders" but is expected to be back on stage next week.

Kylie Minogue writing autobiography

Kylie Minogue is set to write her autobiography after reaching the "pinnacle" of her career.

Jon Bon Jovi misses Richie Sambora 'personally and creatively'

Jon Bon Jovi was devastated when Richie Sambora quit Bon Jovi.

John Legend praises wife Chrissy Teigen for sharing abortion story

John Legend has praised his wife Chrissy Teigen for sharing her abortion story.

William, Prince of Wales, and Tom Cruise join Swifties at Wembley

Prince William headlined the celebrity guest list at Taylor Swift's latest show.