The Strokes remind London just how good they are with stunning O2 showing
Whatever may have been lost has absolutely been found again.
Madra Salach announce debut album ‘Gorta’
The Dublin folk sextet’s LP is set for release on 15th January.
9th October 2026
They’re Gonna Be Big festival returns to Paris with 21 rising alternative acts
Supersonic’s third edition of the festival will open three alternative Paris venues across three days at the end of October.
9th October 2026
The Chemical Brothers lead latest additions to Open’er Festival 2027 line-up
The big beat pioneers return to the festival 25 years after their inaugural visit.
9th October 2026
The Neu Bulletin (Lifeloose, Tooth, pushbike and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
9th October 2026
sombr is heading to Rock Werchter 2027
sombr will join Tame Impala at Belgium’s best festival next July.
8th October 2026
Latest Reviews
Gilla Band - Pugnello
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4 Stars
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4 Stars
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Beck - Ride Lonesome
4-5 Stars
Wasia Project - Nocturne
4 Stars
Ezra Collective - Here Because Of Hope
4-5 Stars
Antony Szmierek - Decoding Birdsong
5 Stars
Everyone Says Hi, Mên An Tol, Matilda Finn Frances and Neve Cariad to play special Chrysalis Records X DIY London show
The collaborative showcase will take place at The Old Blue Last on 23rd November.
8th October 2026
Alabama Shakes: Open Arms
Having returned with their first album in over a decade, Alabama Shakes are embracing a vital new chapter, proving that good things really do come to those who wait.
7th October 2026
The Linda Lindas: In It Together
Armed with undimmed curiosity and an ever-rebellious spirit, on third album ‘Gotta Get Out’, punk-rock prodigies The Linda Lindas have even more to get off their chests.
6th October 2026
Twisterella 2026 is another jam-packed triumph of new music gems
The award-winning Boro all-dayer once again proves itself the jewel in the North East’s festival crown.
6th October 2026
Keo: “‘Fanbase’ feels like a very scientific word to use; they genuinely feel like friends”
On a tour bus in Manchester, Keo’s Finn Keogh and Jimmy Lanwern discuss the subconscious voice, the understanding they share with their fans, and debut album ‘Put A Smile On For Me’.
5th October 2026
Meryl Streek pulls no punches on final pre-album single ‘The Chancer’
The punk wordsmith is set to celebrate the arrival of new LP ‘Stories They Don’t Teach You At School’ with a special show at London’s 100 Club this Thursday.
5th October 2026
Primavera Sound Barcelona announces 2027 lineup
For its 25th anniversary, Primavera is once again showcasing one of the best festival line-ups in the world.
5th October 2026
GANS announce self-titled second album, share single ‘MY GOD IS A STRANGER’
The track comes alongside a live video filmed at the vaults in Vauxhall, London.
2nd October 2026
Porij return with new single ‘Valley Kudu’
Porij will perform tomorrow at DIY Alive 2026 at Dalston’s EartH.
2nd October 2026
Bleech 9:3 release latest single ‘Tourniquet’ and share further details of debut LP ‘Bleed’
A limited edition version of ‘Bleed’ is available for pre-order through the band’s online store until 6th October.
2nd October 2026
Madra Salach share new single ‘Ribbon Factory’
The live favourite is their first piece of new music since their spellbinding EP ‘Its a Hell of an Age’.
2nd October 2026
The Neu Bulletin (Madra Salach, PISS, Pollyfromthedirt and more!)
DIY’s essential guide to the best new music.
2nd October 2026
DIY’s pocket guide to Twisterella 2026
As the Northern new music haven returns, we guide you through one of myriad wonderful ways to spend the big day in Boro.
2nd October 2026
Bloc Party: Moment Of Truth
By staying true to the band’s ethos of forward movement, Kele Okereke has finally found his true voice on Bloc Party’s unflinchingly honest seventh album.
1st October 2026
Sports Team serve up chaos at The Bullingdon on DIY Alive warm up tour
Their Oxford gig is the latest in a string of underplay shows leading up to DIY’s own day fest - where Sports Team are headlining - this weekend.
1st October 2026
Fontaines D.C. drop latest single ‘Tongue’
Their newest single is the second release from upcoming fifth album ‘Dopamine Chamber’.
1st October 2026
Rachel Chinouriri previews ‘I think I spoke too soon’ with new single ‘Broken chair’
She’s also shared the full tracklist for her imminent second album, too.
1st October 2026
PISS share new track ‘blocking a scene you can’t remember’
The latest track from the Vancouver quartet features an accompanying video directed by frontperson Tay Zantingh and Nushi Sharma.
30th September 2026