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As metal nostalgia continues to resonate with people this week after Ozzy Osbourne's final show, what are some of the most expensive works release by artists from the rock and metal field that sold for a pretty penny on Discogs?

17 huge cassette tape sales on Discogs from the world of rock & metal

Blood Orange will be performing four solo dates before joining Lorde during her Manchester AO Arena show in November 2025.

Blood Orange announces UK tour for late 2025 - dates and tickets

Bryan Adams will be celebrating the release of his new album with a series of intimate shows across the United Kingdom from August.

Bryan Adams announces intimate album release tour - dates and tickets

With Oasis' reunion shows underway, what are some of the most valuable records from the era of Britpop and Cool Britannia?

19 valuable Britpop releases on vinyl, according to Discogs

As fans await more details who else will be playing Wireless 2025, we've taken a look at some of the most recent rumours/hopes of artists that could be announced shortly.

13 acts Wireless 2025 festival-goers think could be announced shortly

Wet Leg are set to perform six dates in the United Kingdom this November, fresh from their North American tour the months preceeding.

Wet Leg announce November UK Tour - dates and tickets

We take a look once again at the most wanted vinyl collectors are hunting for in July 2025 - according to the good people at Discogs.

The 25 most-wanted vinyl records that collectors are hunting for

Paul Carroll released report detailing how the live music experience has shifted over three decades

Ad Feature The cost of live music has SOARED over 30 years, report reveals

Reports have emerged that Bob Vylan have been dropped by their talent agents after their comments made at Glastonbury Festival 2025.

Bob Vylan 'dropped by agents' and have US visa revoked

Are Deftones set to release new music in July or October 2025, as fans at their Crystal Palace shows were met with the cryptic announcement?

Deftones spark new album rumours after London performance

Though the band were rumoured in 2024 to be launching another tour this year, reports that have emerged might explain the change of plans for The Rolling Stones.

Rolling Stones reported to be working on follow up to Hackney Diamonds
Are the band set to release their 25th studio album later this year?
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Ye has apparently changed his name once again, according to filings in the State of California.

Ye changes his name to Ye Ye - for the second time in five years

Has there been any changes to what CDs users of Discogs are after in June 2025?

The 15 most wanted CDs in June 2025, according to Discogs

Who should have picked up an invite to record a song, which went on to become a smash hit for the artist it wasn't intended for?

13 pop classics & the artists who were originally set to perform them

Omani Hamer has transformed her rented home into a colourful living space by painting vibrant murals on her garden fence and her fridge.

I transformed my boring grey fridge into a colourful piece of art

Who are the highest earning DJs on Spotify in 2025 - and are any performing at Creamfields this year?

The highest paid DJs on Spotify, and will they be at Creamfields 2025?

Will Taylor Swift add to the 40 American Music Awards she has earned over her career this evening?

13 records that could be broken at tonight's American Music Awards

Considered a trailblazer for female musicians who followed in her footsteps, celebrate the life of Tina Turner with a look back at some of her memorable photos.

Tina Turner: 43 photos remembering the dynamo of the music world

Sharing original art in Bedford for 20 years

Celebrating 20 years of sharing art in Bedford

Fans think that this 00s power-pop member could be the person behind Download Festival's mystery act, PRESIDENT.

Fans think they’ve figured out who Download mystery act PRESIDENT is

Helena Mellenchip, willow sculptor

I create life-size animals out of twigs - watch how I make them

What has led to the resurgence of the CD format, and has it more to do with familiarity than convenience?

What has led Millennials and Gen Z to return to compact discs?

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

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

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

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

FLO have revealed their rescheduled UK dates, which initially were meant to take place in March 2025 before an injury postponed the tour.

FLO reveal rescheduled UK tour dates - here's when they're playing now

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

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
Missed out on Boomtown 2025 tickets? Here’s how you can sign-up ahead of re-sales taking place later this year.
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Helena Mellenchip with one of her willow sculptures at Lytham Hall

Meet the willow artist behind 'mesmerising' sculpture trail

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

Sam Ryder pictured at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, during musical rehearsals

Critically ill children live their dreams and perform at Disneyland

Lorde has teased fans of a 'new era' for her in 2025 in a new message shared on WhatsApp.

Lorde teases a 'new era' after surprise appearance at Coachella 2025

The celebrated works of '90s R&B group TLC are reportedly set to become the premise of a new jukebox musical.

Reports emerge that a TLC jukebox musical is set to debut in 2026

Snoop Dogg has revealed his next album is set to be another series of gospel works, titled Altar Call.

Snoop Dogg announced gospel album featuring Jamie Foxx

As The Weeknd joins the Billion Views Club on YouTube, what musicians are at the top of the list?

Who has The Weeknd joined as part of Youtube's Billion Views Club?

Blondie's Rapture is considered one of the first times rap and rock music collided, and has been an influence ever since - and sampled by some of the biggest names in music.

Celebrate Blondie's Rapture hitting the top spot 44 years ago today

Megan Thee Stallion was indicated in the study to have used derogatory terms as a means of empowerment, but critics argue it reinforces misogyny in music.

Study shows an alarming rise in derogatory lyrics towards women

Feuds, fights and reconciliations? Here's the ten most searched for, vitriolic music feuds according to Google analytics.

Is Kendrick v Drake the most searched for music feud in history?

Gwen Stefani found huge success with her solo career, but is she the most success female artist to go it alone?

Women in Music: 10 artists who found greater fame going solo

Who from the pantheon of 1980s acts are still dominating streaming services in 2025?

15 artists from the 1980s still streaming strong on Spotify in 2025

BRITs 2025 winners Ezra Collective and Charli XCX are among those who have seen sales figures surge since this year's ceremony took place.

Record sales boost for BRIT Awards nominees, new data shows

Marc Rebillet performs onstage during Netflix Is A Joke Festival: Outside Joke at Hollywood Palladium on May 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Who is Marc Rebillet; your guaranteed party starter at Parklife 2025?

Cass Lewis revealed that during the recording of Skunk Anansie’s long-awaited new album he received a cancer diagnosis.

Skunk Anansie bassist Cass reveals Stage 4 cancer diagnosis

Take a look back at some of Dr. Dre's most memorable moments as the celebrated producers turns 60 today.

Happy Birthday Dr Dre: 51 images as the rap legend turns 60 today

Could Central Cee walk away with Best Male Act and Song of the Year at the MOBO Awards this year?

MOBO Awards: final list of performers and nominees for 2025’s ceremony
There’s set to be a carnival atmosphere at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena this evening as the MOBO’s arrive
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Loyle Carner, Paramore and FKA Twigs are among the new rumours who might play at Glastonbury Festival 2025.

Glastonbury 2025: 15 more acts who might play at Worthy Farm this year

The late Chris Cornell and Soundgarden are one of 14 acts shortlisted for potential inclusion in the 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

14 artists contending for 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductions

Good Neighbours are one of 9 new acts announced on Tuesday evening as performing at TRNSMT 2025.

TRNSMT 2025 announce nine new artists for this year’s event

Patti Smith will be performing her iconic 1975 album, Horses, in full across two nights in the UK in 2025.

Patti Smith announces two-night stint in the UK for 2025

[L-R] Koffee and Kojey Radical are two of the four names announced in Boomtown 2025's second announcement.

Koffee and Kojey Radical among the new names set for Boomtown 2025

The UK leg of Dua Lipa’s tour may have sold out, but there are some reasonably priced resale tickets - if you’re flexible.

The cheapest places to get resale tickets for Dua Lipa’s sold-out tour

Ahead of Oasis’ tickets going on resale through Twickets, the founder of the ticketing agency offers his advice how to miss out... again.

Explainer Insider shares tips on scoring Oasis resale tickets

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Eminem is one of six musicians set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in June 2025.

Songwriters Hall of Fame announce 2025 class, including Eminem

Glastonbury Festival are offering musicians a chance to perform at this year's festival with their Emerging Talent Competition.

Glastonbury reveal details of 2025’s Emerging Talent Competition

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