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Fishbone – Stockholm Syndrome
Fishbone formed in Los Angeles back in 1979. From day one, they’ve mixed ska, punk, funk, metal, and soul into something wild and unpredictable. Always political,…
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The story of Amy Winehouse
On this day in 2011, the world lost Amy Winehouse. At just 27, the Camden-born singer was found dead in her home from alcohol poisoning. Fourteen…
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Ozzy Osbourne passed away
Ozzy Osbourne is no more. The Prince of Darkness, best known as the frontman of Black Sabbath and one of rock’s most chaotic icons, has died…
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Skinhead Reunion Brighton 2026 announced
The Great Skinhead Reunion returns to Brighton on 4–7 June 2026. Four nights, including a beach BBQ, up to 15 bands, 12 DJs, and skinheads from…
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Skinhead – It’s A Beautiful Day, What A Beautiful Day
Skinhead began as a side project in 2020 by Skull – drummer for bands like Black My Heart and Criminal Instinct, and a larger-than-life character in…
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Panic Shack – Panic Shack
Cardiff’s Panic Shack aren’t here to save punk – they’re here to make it fun again. Formed in 2018 by Sarah Harvey, Meg Fretwell, Romi Lawrence,…
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Agriculture announce new album The Spiritual Sound
LA’s ecstatic black metal collective Agriculture have announced their second full-length album, The Spiritual Sound, due out on 3 October via The Flenser. The follow-up to…
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Deftones announce new album Private Music
Alternative metal pioneers Deftones are set to release their tenth studio album Private Music on August 22, 2025. Produced by Nick Raskulinecz – the force behind…
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