https://www.skiddle.com/news/ Latest Reviews news and reviews.. including album releases, gig and tour news, festival dates and ticket competitions en-us Copyright Skiddle.com 2026 noreply@skiddle.com 40 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:05:02 GMT Guest artists choose five tracks with fewer than 5,000 streams every week. All killer, no filler. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Five-Under-Five/59975/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:10:00 BST The Wasing Estate opens its stunning fields for a beautifully curated lineup that features Mika, Pixies, Belle & Sebastian, and Ben Howard across two weekends this summer. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Wasing-Estate-Concert-Series-announce-special-run-of-gigs-for-summer/61627/ Tue, 05 May 2026 10:43:00 BST Man/Woman/Chainsaw announce long-awaited debut album Cannonball and share pulsating new single Nosedive https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/ManWomanChainsaw-announce-debut-album-Cannonball-with-new-single-Nosedive/61591/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:34:00 BST DJ Seinfeld shares new single Everything U, taken from his third album If This Is It, landing June 5th via Ninja Tune https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/DJ-Seinfeld-returns-with-new-single-Everything-U-from-upcoming-album-If-This-Is-It/61570/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:11:00 BST Josh Baker teams up with Eliza Rose on new single Down To The Bone, a festival and club-ready anthem out now via Bakers Dozen https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Josh-Baker-links-with-Eliza-Rose-on-summer-ready-house-cut-Down-To-The-Bone/61523/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:15:00 BST Kraftwerk mark 50 years of Radio-Activity with new Dolby Atmos, vinyl and Blu-ray editions, with long-awaited UK & Ireland tour on the horizon. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Kraftwerk-announce-50th-anniversary-reissue-of-Radio-Activity-/61474/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:06:00 GMT Paris-born and now rooted in Londons prolific Windmill scene, Spanish Horses blend 70s New York influences with restless live energy. Fresh off a UK tour and new single Raindance, the five-piece are gearing up for a big year ahead. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Get-to-know-Spanish-Horses/61440/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:28:00 GMT The best new music from the past week, featuring James Blake, Chris Stussy, Elder Island, beabadoobee, and more. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Up-Next-the-best-new-music-ft-Robyn-Iceage-DJ-Heartstring-and-more-/61455/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:04:00 GMT New 'Transparency Tags' will be rolled out soon to help maintain a level and fair playing field for all creators and content providers alike. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Apple-Music-to-tell-users-if-theyre-listening-to-music-made-with-AI-/61426/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT Smartphone use in general spiked by 40%, with traffic fatalities increasing by 15% on the same days as major album releases. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Fatal-car-crashes-spike-on-major-album-release-days-study-suggests/61424/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:20:00 GMT Discover the best UK garage festivals in 2026, featuring Garage Nation, Sidewinder, Frequency Festival and more. These garage festivals bring legendary DJs, huge basslines and classic anthems together across the UK. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-UK-Garage-Festivals-in-the-UK/57497/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:40:00 GMT Due to arrive in April, the album will feature collaborations with Greentea Peng, Rochelle Jordan, Bree Runway, and more. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Honey-Dijon-announces-new-album-Nightlife/61379/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:43:00 GMT Explore how Jamie Hewletts comic-book beginnings evolved into the Gorillaz visual universe, and how his artwork shaped the bands identity as powerfully as the music itself. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Sound-and-Vision-Jamie-Hewlett---the-visual-architect-of-Gorillaz/61374/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:50:00 GMT DJ Seinfeld releases long-awaited new single Plush on Ninja Tune, a club favourite played worldwide in his sets for nearly two years. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/DJ-Seinfeld-returns-with-long-awaited-unreleased-fan-favourite-Plush/61118/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:29:00 GMT The Cribs share Never The Same, the latest track from upcoming album Selling A Vibe, their first full-length release in over five years, out on Friday 9th January https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Cribs-share-new-single-Never-The-Same-ahead-of-new-album-release-this-Friday/61113/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:51:00 GMT Here are the best songs of 2025, picked by Skiddle staff. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-songs-of-the-year-2025/61042/ Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:48:00 GMT Armin van Buuren releases A State Of Trance Year Mix 2025, a 113-track journey through the sounds that shaped trance this year, featuring Jon Bon Jovi narration. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Armin-Van-Buuren-drops-A-State-Of-Trance-Year-Mix-2025/61055/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:55:00 GMT Newcastles nightlife has it all, from underground DJ nights and queer clubbing to late-night party spots. Explore the best nightclubs in Newcastle and find the right dancefloor for your next night out. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Best-Nightclubs-in-Newcastle/56238/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:13:00 GMT Berlin producer (AKA DJ Daddy Trance) takes on Swedish pop star's comeback single. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Marlon-Hoffstadt-drops-remix-of-Robyns-Dopamine/61050/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:48:00 GMT Take a look at our top 10 pick of the very best album covers of 2025 - featuring entries from Blawan, Deftones, Pulp, Lily Allen and more. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Sound-and-vision-The-best-album-artwork-of-2025/61032/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:45:00 GMT Arriving on February 6th via MORD, the record captures the essence of brutalist architecture through the medium of dark techno. Album preview mix out now on Soundcloud. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/TRESOR-resident-UFO95-announces-album-A-Brutalist-Dystopian-Society-Part-2--world-tour/60978/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:16:00 GMT Discover the best nightclubs in Cardiff with our guide to the citys top spots. From buzzing dance floors to unique vibes, find your perfect night out in the Welsh capital. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-Clubs-in-Cardiff/56235/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:49:00 GMT Discover the best clubs in Bristol, from warehouse heavyweights to intimate underground gems, and dive into the citys unbeatable music culture. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-Clubs-in-Bristol/55386/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:33:00 GMT Man/Woman/Chainsaw sign to Fiction Records and share new single Only Girl, recorded at RAK Studios with Seth Evans and Margo Broom. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/ManWomanChainsaw-sign-to-Fiction-Records-and-share-new-single-Only-Girl/60897/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:30:00 GMT Out November 28th via the Colombian imprints Bandcamp, the VA features names like BRENDA., OMAAR, and T.NO and collabs from Hodge & Coffintexts, Piezo & Priori, and Nick Len & DJ SWISHA. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/TraTraTrax-announce-fourth-edition-of-VA-compilation-series-no-pare-sigue-sigue/60864/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:26:00 GMT A piece of me, expressed through sound. A sonic journey through my life as a clubber and a DJ, and an invitation into my world. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Charlotte-de-Witte-releases-self-titled-debut-album/60841/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:52:00 GMT "Every project's got a story and meaning behind it, and this one highlights that. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Frazier-releases-debut-album-Capitalism-Kills-Culture/60838/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:02:00 GMT Ben Sims took Hardgroove to Manchesters Hidden. Heres what it looked like https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/In-Frame-10-years-of-Hidden-x-Hardgroove-Ben-Sims-in-Manchester/60749/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 15:51:00 GMT The Cork five-piece deliver their heaviest and most politically charged track yet, taken from their upcoming debut LP out on 13th February via So Young Records. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Cardinals-share-blistering-new-single-The-Burning-of-Cork-ahead-of-debut-album-Masquerade/60741/ Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:12:00 BST The top 10 features Green Day, Linkin Park, Muse, My Chemical Romance, and Nickelback. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Best-selling-rock-and-metal-albums-of-21st-century-revealed/60736/ Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:29:00 BST With clubs being back open, we thought we'd shout out some of the best venues in the thriving party city of Leeds. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-Clubs-in-Leeds/55401/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:00:00 BST Wondering where to go on your next mad night out? Here are the best clubs in Liverpool to help you decide. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-Clubs-in-Liverpool/55343/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 17:06:00 BST Discover the best clubs in Manchester, from legendary nightlife spots to cutting-edge venues. Whether youre into house, techno, or live DJs, this guide has the ultimate list for your next night out. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-Best-Clubs-in-Manchester/55342/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:07:00 BST Prepare for uni in the only way that really matters - becoming an expert on the best Reading student bars and clubs. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-student-bars-and-clubs-in-Reading/56529/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:33:00 BST If youre going to uni in Bristol, youre in luck. Bristol student bars and clubs are unreal. Find the bars and clubs youll be spending the next couple of years in here. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-student-bars-and-clubs-in-Bristol/56506/ Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:08:00 BST Here are the best LGBTQ events and club nights across the UK, from drum and bass to emo to disco and everything in between. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-LGBTQ-events-and-club-nights/57652/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:12:00 BST You want to spend your hard-earned cash wisely. So check out the best Brighton student clubs and bars here to be a nightlife expert in time for freshers. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-student-bars-and-clubs-in-Brighton/56522/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:40:00 BST Familiarise yourself with the best Nottingham student bars and clubs to ensure every night out during uni is absolutely killer. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-student-bars-and-clubs-in-Nottingham/56532/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:08:00 BST Bandcamp Clubs boasts monthly album picks, exclusive interviews, and live listening parties. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Bandcamp-launches-new-curator-led-subscription-service-/60531/ Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:55:00 BST Planet Strangelove's first release, out on 13th September, will be an EP with four remixes of Pianoman's track Pasion. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Dutch-DJ-producer-Job-Jobse-launches-new-label-Planet-Strangelove/60530/ Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:19:00 BST The Berlin-based pair deliver a fierce four-track journey blending jungle, hardcore and analogue techno intensity, built to ignite clubs and warehouse raves. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/German-duo-FJAAK-bring-groove-loaded-industrial-energy-on-new-EP-FJAAK012/60419/ Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:21:00 BST We catch up with veteran house groovemaker Chris Lake to chat about his new album Chemistry (the first in his 20+ year career) and his creative and collaborative processes in making it. Scroll down and check it out! https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Chris-Lake-Interview-Debut-album-Chemistry-collaborative-process--studio-live-streams/60411/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 09:56:00 BST Palestine, controversy, dance routines, more special guests than you can count, secret sets, and more, heres your Glastonbury 2025 round-up. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Glastonbury-2025-highlights-and-best-performances/60305/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:55:00 BST We recently caught up with Effy, to chat all about her new EP, The Syndicate, as well as her Blackpool clubbing roots, label Fragrance Recordings, and current penchant for nostalgia. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/EFFY-Interview-Nostalgia-North-West-clubbing-and-new-EP-The-Syndicate/60271/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:00 BST Celebrate June with our Pride playlist designed to make you dance featuring pop, house, techno, and more! https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/The-best-gay-anthems-and-LGBTQ-Pride-songs/59165/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:49:00 BST The first single from the Caribou man since 2022's Cherry, Sad Piano House features the intangibly irresistible bendy piano lines we've come to know and love from the producer https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Daphni-shares-new-single-Sad-Piano-House---his-first-solo-release-in-3-years/60260/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 14:50:00 BST The Manchester producer returns with a summer heater channelling their Nigerian roots and the dancefloor. gbesoke is out now on Ninja Tune. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/salute-shares-euphoric-new-single-gbesoke-ft-Peter-Xan/60255/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:34:00 BST Fancy seeing the live performances that changed music, blew minds, and literally made people faint? Of course you do. So here are the best live performances of all time. https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Best-live-performances-of-all-time/57073/ Fri, 23 May 2025 16:29:00 BST Serenity, released on Len's imprint EXHALE, sees her blend peak-time techno power with deeper, late-night club all with her signature precision. Out now on all platforms https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Amelie-Lens-returns-with-high-impact-two-track-EP-Serenity/60208/ Fri, 16 May 2025 12:26:00 BST Effy drops The Syndicate, a three-track EP blending nostalgia and bass-heavy club energy, out now on Fragrance Recordings https://www.skiddle.com/news/all/Effy-releases-new-EP-The-Syndicate-inspired-by-North-West-clubbing-roots/60207/ Fri, 16 May 2025 11:13:00 BST