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“The most exclusive party of the year”: Watch Diplo DJ at his 6-year-old son’s kindergarten graduation
By Beth Simpson Published
And he played his new single...

Paul McCartney recalls The Beatles' first US TV appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show
By Beth Simpson Published
Plus, Colbert sings obscure Elvis Costello song with its writer

Olivia Dean sings the praises of the affordable vocal mic that’s still going strong after 60 years
By Ben Rogerson Published
“We ended up going with a chrome finish for The Art of Loving Tour, which fits perfectly with the show design,” she says

Look Mum No Computer reveals his self-built Eurovision “mega-synthesizer” and says 'nil points' is OK
By Ben Rogerson Published
“Because if you expect nothing, you lose nothing,” he argues

“My generation, we love to film stuff”: Billie Eilish doesn’t have a problem with phones at gigs
By Beth Simpson Published
And she says she’s working on a new album

Eurovision Song Contest boss explains why Finland’s violinist is playing live, while others are miming
By Ben Rogerson Published
“It’s very much a ‘nice to have’ and we’re happy to do it where we can,” says Martin Green

Paul McCartney suggests that Bob Dylan could think a little more about his audience at his shows
By Ben Rogerson Published
“I get it if he doesn't want to do Mr Tambourine Man. Maybe he's fed up with that. But I would like to hear it. And I've paid”

The precarious state of Britain's small venues in focus
By Andy Price Published
Whether it’s turning a profit, rising drink prices or the fear of receiving just one formal noise complaint, small venues face more jeopardy than ever in 2026
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