6 h. ago Glastonbury 2025: Saturday with Pulp confirmed as secret gig, Kneecap, Charli xcx and more – follow it live!

There’s a stacked bill on offer at Worthy Farm. We’ll be bringing reviews, news, pictures and more throughout the day, with Skepta replacing Deftones and Neil Young headlining the PyramidWhen Ichiko Aoba was a child, experiencing loneliness and isolation, she lost herself in the fantasy worlds created by animation studios such as Studio Ghibli and Disney. The Japanese folk singer-songwriter further nurtured that interest in intricate world building as a form of escapism through creating her music – and despite its niche and experimental composition, she has found global popular appeal built up from a significant cult following.She sings entirely in Japanese so live I cannot dissect her lyrics, but you can parse her themes from the visuals and from her tone: the stage is draped with willows and Aoba’s airy vocals are atmospheric and expansive, bringing to mind the serene and tranquil ancient forests of Japan like Aokigahara or Yakushima. You half expect a deer to gallop on stage and ...

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9 h. ago Glastonbury stage shut down ahead of Kneecap's controversial performance to packed crowd

Glastonbury has closed down the West Holts stage before Kneecap appear as fans flock to watch the Irish rap group perform in a gig that won't be live streamed by the BBC

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33 h. ago Live Music Scotland: All the biggest gigs in Glasgow, Edinburgh and beyond this July

From concerts at Edinburgh Castle to TRNSMT Festival in Glasgow, here are all of the big artists you can see in Scotland this July.

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34 h. ago Principality Stadium confirms roof decision for Oasis Live '25 gigs

The Oasis reuinion gigs are in the Welsh capital on July 4 and 5 and the question of whether the roof will be open or closed has been answered

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34 h. ago Kneecap at Glastonbury LIVE: Irish rap trio gear up for controversial gig that won't air on BBC

Kneecap trio Liam Og O hAnnaidh, Naoise O Caireallain, and JJ O Dochartaigh are set to perform some of their biggest hits including Get Your Brits Out, The RECAP, and H.O.OD, at the West Holts stage at Glastonbury Festival on Saturday

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41 h. ago Key decision maker calls on councils to do one thing after question on Stevie Wonder and Alanis Morissette gigs

A Conservative Member of the Senedd asked about the controversial Blackweir Live gigs which have seen a section of Bute Park shut off by green walls

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1 week ago Oasis tickets: How to make sure you don't fall victim to online dupers and where to buy

As Oasis fans continue to flock to online ticket outlets to find a deal for the upcoming Oasis Live '25 gigs, here's what you need to know

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1 week ago College unveils Oasis masterclass for fans ahead of reunion tour

Glasgow Clyde College said the class will help the band Live Forever by introducing the next generation of gig-goers to the group.

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2 w. ago Urgent travel warning as 110,000 fans flock to Parklife, Chris Brown and Soccer Aid

There are a number of events taking place across Greater Manchester next weekend, including Parklife festival, Co-op Live gigs and Soccer Aid which are all set to be very busy

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3 w. ago Massive Attack slam 'unethical' Barclays and demand removal of adverts at venue before gig

Massive Attack - which consists of bandmates Robert '3D' Del Naja and Grant 'Daddy G' Marshall - criticised Barclays in a statement ahead of a gig at Co-op Live in Manchester

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last month Oasis unveil Live 25 Tour merchandise with homage to iconic Knebworth gigs

As Oasis' eagerly anticipated reunion tour kicks off in Cardiff next months, the band have released an exclusive merchandise collection with Amazon

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