MOBO Fringe 2026  has been announced, bringing a week-long celebration of Black music, culture and creativity to Manchester from 19–24 March , ahead of the MOBO Awards at Co-op Live on 26 March . Marking the 30th anniversary of the MOBO Awards , the expanded Fringe programme will transform the city into a hub of live music, conversations, workshops and cultural events, spotlighting both established voices and emerging talent from across the UK. Supported by Manchester City Co

Manchester indie-rock outfit Rosellas  have kicked off 2026 with the release of their new single ‘Beautiful Lonely’ , the first glimpse of their upcoming EP Shadow Dancing , arriving 13 May via First Run Records . Blending shimmering guitars with reflective lyricism, ‘Beautiful Lonely’  leans into the band’s knack for uplifting, melodic rock — a sound that has drawn comparisons to The War On Drugs , Sam Fender  and The La’s . The track marks Rosellas’ first new material of th

AlphaTheta  has announced a special collaboration with London DJ and cultural commentator Elijah , unveiling a limited-edition OMNIS-DUO all-in-one DJ system  featuring a custom design inspired by his Yellow Squares  project. The release sees the portable DJ unit reimagined with a bold yellow skin that carries Elijah’s mantra: “If you love music, you should learn how to DJ.”  The design draws directly from the visual language of Yellow Squares , the creative platform he launc

Truck Festival  has revealed another major wave of artists, comedy names and late-night programming for its 2026 edition , set to take place 23–26 July at Hill Farm in Oxfordshire  — with over 90% of tickets already sold . The latest announcement adds a fresh mix of rising indie acts, electronic heavyweights and the kind of wonderfully ridiculous entertainment that has helped Truck earn its reputation as “your favourite artists’ favourite festival.” New music additions includ

Grime heavyweight Manga Saint Hilare  has returned with ‘In The Dance’ , a high-energy new single released today (5 March) that signals the start of a bold new chapter ahead of a forthcoming album. Produced alongside longtime collaborator MoreNight , the track finds the veteran MC exploring a more dancefloor-focused sound , blending club-ready rhythms with the unmistakable edge of grime. Already heavily teased across his socials, the single has quickly gathered momentum onlin

Breaking Borders , the world’s largest Desi destination festival , has announced its return to Malta from 3–6 September 2026 , promising four days of music, culture and community on the Mediterranean island. Following a hugely successful 2025 edition, the festival is set to expand its global footprint once again with a stacked lineup of South Asian artists and DJs. Leading the bill is Punjabi superstar Karan Aujla , who will make festival history by performing two headline se

Brighton singer-songwriter Maximilian  has announced details of his forthcoming EP Diurnals , due 8 May via Crafting Room Recordings , alongside the release of its radiant new single ‘I Know You’ . Recorded during the weekend of the ‘Super Beaver Moon’  last November, Diurnals  feels imbued with a sense of quiet ritual and reflection. Conceived as a dedication to daylight, the EP centres on themes of gratitude, love and the importance of expressing positivity — something Maxi

After 13 years behind the drum kit for indie-pop stalwarts We Are Scientists , New York-based musician Keith Carne  is stepping forward with his luminous solo debut ‘Look For The Moon’ , out now. The track arrives alongside the announcement of his first full-length solo album Magenta Light , due April 20, 2026 , and offers a tender, skybound glimpse into a project that blends indie-pop songwriting with cosmic imagination and dancefloor pulse. Built around shimmering synth tex

Leeds-based alternative rock outfit Dulakes  return with their anticipated new single ‘Soulless’ , arriving on 27 March 2026  across all streaming platforms. Formed in 2024 by university friends Ramsay Irwin (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Joe Rainbow (lead guitar, backing vocals), James Gavin (bass)  and Nat Dowding (drums) , the band have quickly built momentum through a steady run of releases and live shows. Aggressive, melancholic and deliberately hard to categorise, Dulake

Two new online vinyl raffles have been launched by Records For Palestine  to raise vital funds for Medical Aid for Palestinians . Announced today (Thursday 5 March), the initiative features two separate Crowdfunder raffles running over the next two months , offering 47 vinyl prizes  donated by artists and record labels from across the global music community. The campaign is split into two categories: one focused on alternative, rock and electronic music , and the other spotli