FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 23 - The Untold Story

Rihanna debuts baby bump on star-studded Met Gala blue carpet

The biggest names in music, film, TV and fashion ascended the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

The Independent UK · May 6, 2025

The 14 best UK music festivals, from Glastonbury to Mighty Hoopla

SUMMER GUIDE 2025: Whether you’re seeking new music meccas to a pop paradise in London or tranquil retreats in the wilderness, The Independent’s culture team have you covered this summer

The Independent UK · May 3, 2025

“I pulled this Moog bass forward… we were like, ‘OK, that feels kind of trashy’”: Lorde says that she needed to find “just the right amount of dirt” to finish her new single, What Was That

She was working on it with producer Jim-E Stack for almost a year

MusicRadar · May 1, 2025

Lorde reveals long-awaited new album title and release date

Lorde’s highly anticipated fourth record will be released in June

The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2025

Charli XCX to star in and produce Takashi Miike’s next movie

Charli XCX is due to star in and produce director Takashi Miike’s next movie through her company Studio365.

BANG Premier · Apr 30, 2025

Charli xcx hints Brat is here to say as she admits to finding it 'really hard to let go'

Charli xcx is debating continuing her 'Brat' era for as long as possible as it's her true identity.

BANG Premier · Apr 28, 2025

‘Protect the dolls’: How a t-shirt became a viral symbol for trans rights

The t-shirt, designed by Conner Ives, gained popularity when it was sported by several A-list celebrities. All proceeds from the sales are donated to US-based charity Trans Lifeline.

Euronews · Apr 24, 2025

Alternative pop star Lorde has returned for her crown on new single ‘What Was That’

4/5 Following an electro-pop rebirth by way of a Charli XCX collaboration, the singer returns to what she does best: crafting melancholic, minimal yet monumental tracks for heartbroken souls

The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025

Addison Rae unveils her 'first and last album' as Addison Rae

Addison Rae will release her debut studio album on June 6.

BANG Premier · Apr 24, 2025

Lola Young leads Ivor Novello nominations

Lola Young has been nominated for three Ivor Novello Awards.

BANG Premier · Apr 23, 2025