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1. Tribute concert for Syd Barrett’s 80th birthday to be held

   Ariel Pink claims to be the “most banned artist” as he repeats support for Donald Trump

   Elliott Smith now has an asteroid named after him

   Charli XCX on if ‘Music, Fashion, Film’ is really a “rock” album, and if the dancefloor is really “dead”

   Gracie Abrams reveals tracklist for new album ‘Daughter From Hell’

   Tom Morello responds to “hypocritical” argument that musicians shouldn’t be political

   The Itch, Any Young Mechanic, Heartworms lead massive second wave of artists for Iceland Airwaves 2026 line-up

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2. Full line-up announced for Ateez at BST Hyde Park 2026

   Jon Bon Jovi shares health update on vocal surgery after tour doubts

   Olivia Rodrigo shares she has “smelled” fans wearing diapers front row at her shows