Simple Things announces opening concert with Daniel Avery playing live and very special, closely affiliated guests

The opening concert will take place on 7 November at Bristol Beacon.

The Maccabees announce Radio X Presents YALA! Records Stage at All Points East

The full line-up has now been announced for The Maccabees-headlined All Points East day on 24 August, including Nilüfer Yanya, CMAT and Black Country, New Road.

What’s happening at Open’er Festival this week

Running from 2-5 July, Open’er returns to the coast of Gdynia with a four-stage programme hosting Arca, FKA twigs, A. G. Cook, Massive Attack and more.

Kneecap won’t be prosecuted over “kill your MP” video

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police has confirmed that “no further action” will be taken on the matter.

What not to miss at Barbican’s Feel the Sound exhibition this summer

Taking place across the Barbican Centre until 31 August, ‘Feel the Sound’ challenges us to listen not just with our ears, but with our whole bodies.

Blackhaine presents new Factory International-produced immersive show

‘And Now I Know What Love Is’ will take place from 9-19 July at Manchester’s Diecast.

Kneecap release short film in solidarity with Palestine

The artist-led film, titled ‘See it. Say it. Censored.’, comes ahead of the band’s Glastonbury set this weekend.

RALLY announces new names for 2025 edition

Moin, AMORE, OK Williams and more join the programme for the London day festival, which will place in Southwark Park on 23 August.

Gaswerk Music Days announces full programme for 2025 edition

The Berlin festival reveals the full line-up for its third edition, which will take place from 12-19 July.

Kneecap’s Mo Chara granted unconditional bail over terror offence charge

Kneecap member Mo Chara appeared before London’s Westminster Magistrates’ Court today (18 June) after being charged with an offence by the Metropolitan Police under the Terrorism Act in May.

Lunchmeat Festival announces first names for 2025

Lunchmeat Festival returns for its 16th edition across four Prague locations from 22-28 September.

Velvet Festival announces full line-up for its final edition

The tenth and final edition of Velvet festival will take place from 25-29 June on the island of Krk in Croatia.

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Waking Life & Dreaming Live release fundraising compilation to help revive Gaza’s farmland

Titled ‘Letters to the Sun’, the album will raise funds for non-profit organisation The Arab Group for the Protection of Nature.

South Facing reveals support for Mogwai and Lankum show

Caroline, The Twilight Sad and The Yummy Fur will join Lankum in supporting Mogwai at Crystal Palace Park on 7 August.

SHAPE+ announces showcases in Almaty and Banja Luka

The shows, held in collaboration with collective ZVUK and social-cultural centre DKC Incel, will take place on 21 June.