Press releases from the United Kingdom music industry
Excitement about Salt and Tar’s highly anticipated Music Weekender continues to grow, with the announcement that Ocean Colour Scene will headline on Sunday 10th August.
The legendary Britpop icons will be joined by an exceptional supporting line-up featuring Cast, Keyside, and The Solaas, for an unforgettable night of live music in Bootle.
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The First-Ever UK Afrobeats Legends Concert is Set to Bring Africa’s Biggest Stars to London, UK!
Get ready for an extraordinary celebration of Afrobeats as the Afrobeats Legends Festival arrives in the UK for the first time, taking over the OVO Arena Wembley on 26th July 2025. This one-of-a-kind event will bring together some of the most influential pioneers, legendary artists, and trailblazers who have shaped Afrobeats into the global force it is today.
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Crowdfunder launched in September for mural dedicated to The Smiths’ bassist has raised over £30,000 – with funds going to Pancreatic Cancer Action charity. The Smiths fans to make pilgrimage to city to see the mural and pay respect to legendary musician.
A mural dedicated to the late bassist of The Smiths will be officially unveiled next week – 21 November – on World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
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A message from Mike Joyce from The Smiths:
“A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the Crowdfunder – absolutely delighted to confirm we’ve hit the target to secure funding.
It means the mural is going ahead and I am over the moon, as is everyone involved. We have been blown away with the response and sincerely, no matter what size the donation, you’ve made it happen.
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Striking black and white image of the much-loved musician will be painted by top street artist Akse and located in the heart of Manchester.
A Crowdfunder has been launched to fund a mural in tribute to The Smiths’ late bassist, Andy Rourke, who died in May last year aged 59, following a battle with pancreatic cancer.
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Jem Girl at the Piano 