From Renaissance art believed to cure plague to a modern £380m bird food industry, the goldfinch's red face has captivated us for centuries. Discover the folklore and magic in your Derbyshire garden.
New research suggests a massive volcanic eruption caused climate chaos and famine, paving the way for the Black Death to devastate medieval Europe. Discover the chain of events.
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
New research links a massive 14th-century volcanic eruption to the famine and trade shifts that unleashed the Black Death plague across Europe. Discover the climate clues that solved a 700-year-old mystery.
The Guardian invites readers to share their opinions on AI-generated music. How is artificial intelligence reshaping creativity? Have your say in our survey.
Discover London's next music stars at a free multi-genre showcase in Hackney. Featuring seven emerging R&B, pop and rap artists on 30th November. Don't miss this community event!
Sir Cliff Richard, 85, continues his successful music career with sold-out tours. Discover the secret behind his lasting appeal and how he's outlasted all his contemporaries.
The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launched its 2025 programme with groundbreaking concerts featuring experimental works and world premieres. Discover the cutting-edge sounds reshaping British classical music.
Digital avatar Xania Monet reaches 17 million streams and lands $3m deal, sparking debate about AI's role in music creation and the future of human artistry in the industry.
Scottish folk pioneer Dick Gaughan's classic recordings were unavailable for 40 years. Now a fan-led campaign has raised £92,000 to restore his musical legacy and challenge rights ownership.
Ditch the Mariah Carey repeat. Discover fresh 2025 playlists for UK festive house parties, dinners, and the morning after. Set the perfect vibe this Christmas.
Explore Wojciech Has's surreal 1965 picaresque comedy The Saragossa Manuscript, a head-spinning period adventure streaming on Klassiki from 20 November.
Nu metal giants Slipknot have sold a majority stake in their music catalogue to HarbourView Equity Partners in a deal valuing their work at $120 million. Discover the details of this major music industry transaction.
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Australian electronic artist Ninajirachi discusses her ARIA-nominated debut album 'I Love My Computer', winning the Australian Music Prize, and creating a sound inspired by growing up online.
Lorde delivered a viscerally kinetic performance at Manchester's AO Arena, blending euphoric abandon with intimate moments in a show echoing Talking Heads. Don't miss her UK tour dates.
Explore the dark secrets & legacy of Nirvana's iconic 1993 MTV Unplugged performance. Discover the funeral aesthetic & raw emotion that defined a generation.
The music world mourns the loss of Todd Snider, the influential Americana singer-songwriter behind 'Alright Guy', who has died aged 59. Discover his legacy.
A 2025 study reveals Leeds as the UK's most concert-obsessed city, with Oxford and Edinburgh completing the top three. Discover if your city made the top 10 ranking.
Jamaican dancehall legend Vybz Kartel discusses his overturned murder conviction, prison trauma, health struggles and musical comeback in exclusive interview. Read his powerful story.
Discover Ahmed Samaa's extraordinary audition album that blends global music traditions in a stunning act of devotion. Read our full review of this genre-defying masterpiece.
Experimental musicians JJJJJerome Ellis and Vesper Sparrow release their collaborative album 'Vesper Sparrow' on Shelter Press, blending ambient soundscapes with poetic storytelling.
A new report reveals a third of daily music uploads are AI-generated, and 97% of listeners can't tell the difference. Discover the impact on artists and the industry.
Three AI-generated tracks including country songs and a Dutch protest anthem have topped Spotify and Billboard charts, signalling a major shift in music creation. Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the industry.
Forbidden Forest announces its epic 10th anniversary lineup for 2026, featuring the Arcadia Spider, Sub Focus, Michael Bibi and more. Tickets on sale November 19.
Get ready to feel nostalgic as we explore 30 landmark albums from 1996 turning 30 next year, featuring Spice Girls, Daft Punk, Fugees and Korn. Rediscover the soundtrack of a generation.
Discover the 15 most valuable vintage band shirts available this November 2025, from Kylie Minogue to Metallica, with prices reaching £195. Explore music memorabilia collecting trends.
New research shows 97% of listeners can't identify AI-generated music, sparking calls for transparency on streaming platforms. Can you spot the difference?
The UK music sector contributed a record £8bn to the economy in 2024, driven by major tours and exports. Discover the growth, job figures, and the challenges ahead.
Discover how innovative UK streaming platforms like Cantilever and Nina Protocol are creating fairer pay for artists and curated listening experiences. Explore the future of music streaming now.