Johnny Marr reflects on Manchester roots in new Origin Stories episode

29th May 2026 10:15am

The Smiths legend and Manchester native reflects on the experiences that shaped his career for Apple Music's Origin Stories, revealing why the city remains vital to his creative process.

First trailer for Tony reveals Anthony Bourdain’s origin story in A24 biopic

6th May 2026 2:51pm

The A24 biopic stars Dominic Sessa (The Holdovers) and explores Anthony Bourdain’s early years, focusing on a Cape Cod kitchen job that sparked his world-famous culinary career.

UPFEST reveals Saturday Sessions art and music lineup for free Bristol courtyard takeovers

5th May 2026 3:00pm

UPFEST in Bristol announces lineup for first Saturday Sessions at Tobacco Factory, featuring live music and live painting across three weekends this May.

Get to know... Georgian

14th Apr 2026 3:44pm

One of many new acts carrying the torch for Manchester, Georgian blend wistful, atmospheric sounds with retro influences. Get to know the group ahead of the release of their debut EP Crackled Grounds this summer.

BAFTA-qualifying Welsh film festival announces new competition

9th Apr 2026 2:19pm

The FOCUS Wales Film Festival runs from 7th - 9th December, and its new competition marks an ambitious look forward for Welsh filmmaking.

Muse to perform surprise intimate album launch show this April

20th Mar 2026 2:05pm

Featuring the 2025 single 'Unravelling', listen to the latest single, 'Be With You' from the forthcoming album.

Get to know... Spanish Horses

17th Mar 2026 9:28am

Paris-born and now rooted in London’s prolific Windmill scene, Spanish Horses blend ‘70s New York influences with restless live energy. Fresh off a UK tour and new single “Raindance”, the five-piece are gearing up for a big year ahead.

Get to know... Holly Head

2nd Feb 2026 9:30am

Armed with raw, politically charged and boundary-pushing tracks, Manchester’s Holly Head are staking their claim as one of the city’s most exciting new acts, set to make serious waves in 2026.

Truly gifted or truly grifting: a look into the TikTok world of modern-day witches

31st Oct 2025 5:30pm

We got to speak to a modern-day witch about what being a witch and Halloween mean to them.

Best-selling rock and metal albums of 21st century revealed

20th Oct 2025 3:29pm

The top 10 features Green Day, Linkin Park, Muse, My Chemical Romance, and Nickelback.

MOBO announces Manchester as host city for 2026 awards

15th Sep 2025 2:53pm

The award show will be held at Co-Op Live in March 2026.​

Daniel Caesar teases new album ‘Son Of Spergy’, ft. Sampha, Clairo, and more

21st Jul 2025 1:51pm

The new album seems to feature Bon Iver, Clairo, Sampha, Dev Hynes (Blood Orange), Rex Orange County, and 646yf4t.

The Coral documentary to premiere at Sheffield Doc Fest this month

3rd Jun 2025 2:06pm

The creatively immersive new documentary about The Coral’s early years premieres at Sheffield Doc Fest 2025, with unseen footage, animations, and a live Q&A.

Metro unveils Grassroots Music Tube Map spotlighting London’s iconic scene

13th May 2025 12:28pm

Metro today features a special Tube map celebrating London’s grassroots music scene, spotlighting iconic venues and artists across the capital.

The Best Music Festivals in Belgium

3rd Mar 2026 11:30am

Whether you want to get lightly beaten up in a mosh or shuffle for three days straight, there’s a festival in Belgium that can make your dreams a reality. Check out the best festivals in Belgium here…