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Poised to be the UK’s next pop sensation, Gray is leading a new wave of hedonism. In a world that feels heavy, she’s the escape we all need

She’s an indie pop sensation who turns life’s messy realities into captivating melodies, and has a growing number of A-list devotees. Following a groundbreaking album and a coveted spot supporting Sabrina Carpenter on tour, Rachel Chinouriri talks viral moments, breaking barriers and how love has changed her life

From Poppy to Spiritbox, new album Metal Forth features seven collab songs with modern metal royalty. Welcome to Babymetal’s next chapter of world domination

It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly 30 years since Mel B burst onto our screens in a cloud of curls, cackles and chaos as the no-nonsense Scary Spice. Now, as she turns 50, Melanie Brown has never l

Reeling from illness and uncertain times, Skunk Anansie ’s future hung in the balance. But with new album The Painful Truth, they “stood on top of the cliff, held hands and jumped into the clouds”.

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