BON JOVI Add Huge Open Air LONDON Show To Their 2027 FOREVER TOUR
The veteran rockers just added a huge open-air concert,
next summer in London, to their 2027 FOREVER TOUR.
Fans can start praying for tickets now.
50 Years Of American ‘PUNK’ Magazine
19 October 2026
PUNK – First issue, January 1976 – Lou Reed cartoon by John Holmstrom
This year marks the 50th anniversary of punk music, which had a similar
ear-shattering and culture changing impact as rock ‘n’ roll ignited in the 50s.
Countless new DIY punk-zines popped up to follow the new startling scene from
the first row. One of them was an American one, simply named PUNK. Its first edition
came out in January 1976, yep 50 years ago with a cartoon of old punk Lou Reed on
the cover.
This past weekend an 50-year-anniversay exhibition of the magazine curated by
its cartoonist/co-founder John Holmstrom and Ki Smith openend in Hudson, NY.
1976, that’s a damn half century.
KIDS WITH BUNS – Belgian Guitar Pop Romantics Recover From Breakups With Their 3rd Album ‘BELL JAR’
19 October 2026
Band: KIDS WITH BUNS
Who: Belgian dream pop duo, featuring
Marie Van Uytvanck and Amber Piddington.
“We started out with Kids With Buns at age 18 and 20 respectively, and we were
not trained musicians by any means. To be able to put that complete puzzle together.
The arrangement, the songs, the production everything contributes to the whole of
a song.
We have had the privilege of learning it by doing it, from the bedroom
to the stage. And we see the potential in each other’s ideas where no one
else would.”
Album: BELL JAR
Their 3rd. Recorded in Philadelphia.
The album title is a direct reference to the famous semi-autobiographical
novel by American author Sylvia Plath (1932-1963).
KWB: “The theme of The Bell Jar is how every process in your life is actually circular,
regarding the healing from mental health issues. When things get better, they will also
get worse, and at some point, that becomes a very present theme in our lives. We felt
that we kept falling into certain patterns.”
Pukkelpop Festival, 22 August 26, photo by Turn Up The Volume
TUTV: Once again, we can hear/experience how heartfelt music can generate
a healing force after a break-up and hurting lovesickness. These two wonderful
buns also channel their crestfallen feelings through their singer-songwriters skills
in the hope of a cathartic recovery.
Marie and Amber enchant with guitar-sparkled musings, with warm vocals and
breezy harmonies. Dream-pop tranquillity with a rehabilitating outcome. Enlivening
tunes and ambivalent lullabies alternate throughout this falling down, standing up
record. Bittersweet symphonies for twilight moments.
SINGLES
ALBUM
MOUTH ULCERS – London’s Fresh Hound Dogs Cure You With Their New Cutting Single ‘LADY DUST’
Vitalizing tunes that work faster than a stream of caffeine
19 October 2026
Band: MOUTH ULCERS
Who: Fresh hound dogs from
London who got together in 2025.
They blend the stark emotional minimalism of Joy Division with the romantic
gloom of The Cure and the angular intensity of Bauhaus, and craft a sound built
on melodic basslines, wiry guitars, and cavernous baritone vocals.
Track: LADY RUST
Piece from their debut full-length, called You’re Not In Heaven,
slated for release on April 23rd. Tracklist & more info here.
TUTV: Sounds like a lost track from The Cure‘s dark Gothic 80s,
neurotic and hung-up, musically and vocally. Lady Dust cuts like
a Swiss knife. Pretty sick. You’d better wake up.
WATCH
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INSPIRAL CARPETS – Britrock Veterans Have Their First Album In 12 Years Out In 2027
19 October 2026
1990
Band: INSPIRAL CARPETS
Who: Brit rock vets who have enjoyed their
peak moments in the late 80s and early 90s.
Active: 1983–1995, 2003–2016, 2022–present
Album: BURN LIKE THE SUN
Their 6th and first in 12 years. Out January 29th.
Tracklist and pre-order info here.
The album marks a major new chapter for Inspiral Carpets following a period shaped
by loss, reflection and renewal. An extended hiatus left the future of the band uncertain, and the return to writing and recording became something deeper than simply making another record.
The record marks the return of original frontman Stephen Holt, whose rejoining
of the band reconnect the band with their earliest creative identity while opening
the door to an entirely new era.
The Carpets approached Burn Like The Sun determined to create something fresh, relevant and emotionally honest – a record that acknowledges their history without being defined by it.”
TUTV: Another example of a band that doesn’t want to spend their days on the couch yet, looking to the telly all the time. Nope, forward is the direction with renewned energy and inspiral tunes.
Singles.
– DRAG THE BAG –
– TOUCHING FROM A DISTANCE TOO FAR –
– THERE’S A BETTER WAY –
Cover Of The New Album By Mega Pop Star TROYE SIVAN
18 October 2026
Artist: TROYE SIVAN
Who: Australian mega R&B pop star and actor, who
was born 31 years ago in Johannesburg, South Africa
Album: SHE’S THE BEST
His 4th.
Pitchfork writes: “The pop star’s fourth album explores the cracks
between the hits, the climaxes, and the comedowns. When he steps
off the dancefloor, he finds a looser and more liberated sound.”
ARTWORK
ALBUM
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Below the cover of Tom Waits‘s 4th LP Small Change released 50 years ago
(21 Sept 1976). Could it be the same woman as on the upcoming Sivian LP?
If so she hasn’t aged much.
ROGER WATERS Not A Fan Of METALLICA’s Frontman JAMES HETFIELD
19 October 2026
Metallica’s voice/guitarist James Hetfield stated during a concert
at the Sphere in Las Vegas last week that “Metallica is not there to
influence the audience with nonsense, but for “love, energy, and
heavy music.”
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters reacted, loud and clear.
GILBERT O’SULLIVAN Still Rhymes After 60 Years – Hear Lead Single ‘IT’S ME’ From His 31st Album
Reveries for the laziest day of the week
18 October 2026
Legendary Irish singer-songwriter GILBERT O’SULLIVAN (né Raymond Edward O’Sullivan
79 years ago in Waterford) will celebrate the 60th anniversary of his illustrious career next year.
In 1967 he moved to London. Determined to get a record deal and looking to stand out, he created an eye-catching visual image consisting of a bowl cut, cloth cap and short trousers.
Worldwide, he has charted 16 top 40 records, including six No. 1 songs and
classic pop pearls such as Nothing Rhymed , Alone Again, Clair and Get Down.
My parents had several of his singles, so the lauded songsmith isn’t a stranger to
my ears.
Across 20 studio albums, his last three landed in the UK Top 30.
He is also a three-time Ivor Novello Award winner, including
Songwriter of the Year.
Now, to mark that milestone, O’Sullivan will release his 21st full-length,
named On The Record. It comes our way on Nov 6th. Pre-order here.
“Daring to be different was the key for me. The writing
has never stopped being the most important thing.”
Along with the news came the first single IT’S ME. A feel-good, soulful, and
slightly disco-juiced tune you can hum/whistle along to while stomping your
feet to the beat. It’s definitely O’Sullivan.
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MICK JAGGER About LOU REED
17 October 2026
“He had style, that attitudinal New York hypster style. To me he was the Johnny Cash of New York rock. He was always the man in black.”
