Azzam Bilal Chamdy 
Executive Overview Pop singer-songwriter Jesse McCartney and his wife, writer and entrepreneur Katie Peterson, are officially expanding their family. The couple, who married in October 2021 after years of dating, announced on Thursday, October 1, that they are expecting their second child together. The baby is slated to arrive in March 2027, adding a new … Read more
Executive Overview From the historic heights of Hope Street down to the vibrant echoes of Chinatown, Liverpool is once again preparing to transform into a vibrant epicentre of Latin American arts, music, and performance. This October, La Feria Festival returns for its landmark eighth edition, cementing its place as a cornerstone of the North West’s … Read more
Executive Overview The contemporary British guitar music landscape is undergoing a profound and thrilling renaissance, propelled by a generation of artists who refuse to be tethered to traditional genre classifications. At the very forefront of this movement is Westside Cowboy, an electrifying Manchester-based quartet whose highly anticipated debut album, It Goes On, arrived via Island … Read more
By Huw Thomas, Rough Trade Used Vinyl Assistant Executive Overview To talk about The Beatles is to converse with modern musical history itself. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr did not merely write songs; they fundamentally rewrote the structural, sonic, and cultural possibilities of popular music. Their legacy remains as vivid, fiercely … Read more
Executive Overview Planning for the summer of live music is already well underway, and the 2027 United Kingdom festival calendar is rapidly taking shape. Promoters, independent curators, and mega-festivals alike are assembling another monumental year of outdoor spectaculars, multi-venue urban showcases, and beloved annual weekenders. From early-spring indoor gatherings to late-summer bank holiday celebrations, the … Read more
Executive Overview In the rapidly evolving landscape where contemporary pop music intersects with cinematic auteurism, few artists command the cultural and artistic intersection quite like Taylor Swift. Following a triumphant week at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)—where she secured both the inaugural Artist Director Honors and the coveted Video of the Year award … Read more
Executive Overview On Saturday, September 26, 2026, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) witnessed a historic convergence of sports and pop culture. Australian music royalty Kylie Minogue stepped onto the hallowed turf to headline the pre-game entertainment for the Australian Football League (AFL) Grand Final between the Fremantle Dockers and the Brisbane Lions. In a torrential … Read more
Executive Overview In an era defined by fleeting digital trends and algorithmic homogenisation, the enduring resonance of authentic roots music remains a vital cultural anchor. On August 21, legendary British-Jamaican reggae artist Macka B—affectionately and accurately known worldwide as "The Teacher"—returned with a brand-new single titled “Be Who You Are.” Released to critical acclaim across … Read more
December 12, 2025 By Staff Journalists Executive Overview Beneath the iconic, kaleidoscopic blur of Worthy Farm’s Pyramid Stage and the late-night revelry of the South-East Corner lies an enduring ethos that has defined Glastonbury Festival since its inception: music and art as catalysts for profound social change. While millions across the globe know the Somerset … Read more
Executive Overview In an era where contemporary music is increasingly driven by algorithmic optimization and hyper-fragmented digital releases, true collaborative artistry remains a rare and precious commodity. Enter Amaryllis 2, the latest triumphant full-length offering from the Brooklyn-based creative partnership of musician and producer Richard X Bennett and vocalist-percussionist Paula Jeanine Bennett. Released via the … Read more
