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I was behind the scenes during peak indie sleaze. What happened to all the women?

MUSIC: The Noughties indie scene sold itself as young, rebellious and outside the mainstream, but its mythology was overwhelmingly male, Janine Warren remembers. Now, as the era is revived through anniversary tours and ‘classic album’ shows, those same male bands still dominate centre stage. What happened to the few women…

The Independent UK

Profits, Prophets, Coaches and Kings by Jared Diamond review – how to change the course of history

The author of Guns, Germs and Steel falters in this flawed study of whether individuals really make a difference

The Guardian - UK

Archduke review – twisted history goes to war for a sandwich

Hunger and TB, as much as imperialism, are triggers for the assassination that precipitated the first world war in Rajiv Joseph’s tragicomic reimagining of the plotters’ progress

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Scottish band hit out at White House for 'unauthorised' song use in political video

AN Edinburgh-based band has hit out at the White House after it used one of their songs in a video posted on social media without their permission…

The National (Scotland)

Franz Ferdinand Is Mad the IDF Used Their Song: “If I Had a Nickel for Every Time Franz Ferdinand Was Involved in the Precursor Events of a World War”

I think I've seen this film before...and I didn't like the ending

The Mary Sue

Franz Ferdinand left 'nauseous and furious' after IDF uses Take Me Out in disturbing video

Franz Ferdinand's noughties hit Take Me Out was used without their consent in a disturbing video by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

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Franz Ferdinand call out ‘warmongering murderers’ IDF and their song theft in propaganda video

“These warmongering murderers are using our music without our consent." Franz Ferdinand frontman Alex Kapranos has criticised the IDF for using their hit song 'Take Me Out' in a propaganda video praising deadly airstrikes in Iran.

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‘The Red Road flats were spectacular – and terrifying’: striking photographs of Glasgow in flux

From Franz Ferdinand fusing a basement pub’s lights to high-rise flats just days before their demolition, a new show captures the changing city. Its photographers talk us through their shots

The Guardian - UK

How to watch the 2025 Mercury Music Prize online from anywhere

The UK's answer to the Grammys returns - and this time its from Newcastle. Here's how to watch "The 2025 Mercury Prize" online, on TV and from anywhere in the world.

TechRadar

"Right away, I heard the Justice influence, the Franz Ferdinand coolness, The Cure’s vulnerability and softness. We were just an instant match": Lady Gaga on why she quickly gelled with "incredibly gifted" Mayhem collaborator, Cirkut

"His technical proficiency is astonishing but also extremely musical - his musicianship is so well-rounded and rich," she says

MusicRadar

Wedding Photographer Slated In Public For Allegedly Ruining The Life Of One Guest, Drama Ensues

During wedding photoshoot a photographer gets confronted by a woman claiming she ruined her life.

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Kate Nash showcases her sleazy side: best podcasts of the week

The musician talks to the likes of Franz Ferdinand and Razorlight for this retrospective of the messy glory of 00s indie rock. Plus, Michael Palin touchingly opens up about losing his wife

The Guardian - UK

Harry Styles spotted incognito partying into the early hours at Glastonbury

The pop star tried to blend into crowds in a tracksuit and shades, joining the likes of Lily Allen and Anya Taylor-Joy - and another One Direction member

Evening Standard

Doctor Who star stuns Glastonbury crowd by making surprise cameo on stage with Franz Ferdinand

The Scottish rock band delivered one of the festival’s most unexpected moments so far - with a surprise guest appearance that sent the crowd into a frenzy

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Glastonbury on Friday review: did Loyle Carner steal The 1975's glory?

5/5 The first proper day of music at Glastonbury was highly eclectic with a stack of instant classic sets

The Independent UK

Celebrities at Glastonbury 2025: All the famous faces spotted at the festival, from Andrew Garfield to Margot Robbie

The festival is underway in Somerset, and plenty of famous faces have already been seen wandering between the stages at Worthy Farm

The Independent UK

Franz Ferdinand hailed for ‘genius’ cameo during Glastonbury performance

The indie band teased fans by bringing out the ‘original Capaldi’

The Independent UK

Dundee to host Scottish album awards for next three years

Contenders for this year’s Scottish Album of the Year Award include Primal Scream, Franz Ferdinand and Nina Nesbit.

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25 Of The Biggest Mistakes That Changed The Course Of History

Destroyed centuries of knowledge. Whoopsie.

The Independent UK

The 35 greatest debut albums of all time, from Arctic Monkeys to Ramones

These records serve as statements of intent and have the power to change or reshape the industry, inspire fellow musicians, and drive essential conversation about our understanding of music. Roisin O'Connor picks the best of the bunch

Metal Hammer

"Friends of mine were saying, Give up on the dream, it's not happening." Tobias Forge recalls how forming Ghost helped him deal with a dawning realisation that his dream of becoming a successful musician wasn't ever going to become a reality

And the moral of Tobias Forge's story is: Don't give up on your dreams

The National (Scotland)

These are some of the best concerts taking place across Scotland this March

These are some of the best gigs and concerts taking place in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen this March.

The Guardian - UK

Alex Kapranos: ‘It took me a few years to realise that I didn’t have to drink everything on the rider’

The Franz Ferdinand frontman, and former chef, on songwriting, souffles and celebrating his Greek roots

Guitar World

“I never get to discuss guitar in most interviews!” Franz Ferdinand’s Alex Kapranos reveals his obscure vintage gear obsessions, how Peter Green was a huge influence on his playing, and why the thrill of guitar is undeniable

The Franz Ferdinand leader rarely gets to talk guitars. He shares his love of vintage Japanese instruments, explains the process of demoing, looping and mic’ing on new album The Human Fear – and reveals why the secret to studio success is that there’s no secret

The Guardian - UK

From Maria to Franz Ferdinand: a complete guide to this week’s entertainment in the UK

Angelina Jolie portrays the peerless operatic diva while the Scottish post-punkers return with their new album

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