Music
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Arctic Numpties to Daft Funk: Fans priced out of concerts turn to tribute acts
Venues say they are putting on more events to cater to a growing cohort of people who want a more affordable night out.
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Spotify uploads Irish lyrics for Dolly Parton's Welsh Jolene version
The single is the second posthumous release from Parton - who was of Welsh descent.
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The sound of unity: Greco-German choir collaboration enthralls Berlin
Thirty-eight students from the Chios Music School joined forces with choirs and ensembles from Berlin’s Song Academy as part of German Unity Day.
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‘He’s not going to punk me. I’ll trick him’: Ali G: Who Iz I? stooge says he was in on joke but didn’t tell Sacha Baron Cohen
Exclusive: Joshua Loudermilk says suspicions first raised during filming by gun shaped like wearable plastic bottom: ‘You’re gonna put a butt on top of a butt? You can’t run in that’• This article contains spoilers for Ali G: Who Iz I?
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‘It was hard ending it’ – Richard Hammond ‘would’ve carried’ on with Grand Tour
Former Top Gear host Richard Hammond has said he “would’ve carried on” with the Grand Tour after admitting the show ending left a “big hole”.
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Hour-by-hour Darlington forecast as Storm Boelo brings 60mph gusts today
Storm Boelo is continuing to batter Darlington and County Durham today, with gusts of up to 60mph and heavy showers forecast before conditions gradually improve.
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Boozed-up County Durham man raped woman in North Yorkshire
A woman may never fully recover from being raped by a holidaymaker during his visit to North Yorkshire earlier this year, York Crown Court heard.
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Call for crackdown on troublemakers as youngsters ‘cause chaos’ in York suburb
Councillors are calling for new police powers to crackdown on trouble in a York suburb. Acomb has been subjected to multiple reports of anti-social behaviour in recent weeks. And it seems to be peaking again as we enter the half term break....
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Guiseley Sounds unveils biggest-ever festival line-up for 2027
A festival is set to return with its biggest-ever line-up.
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Newscast - The Secrets Of Creating A Budget - BBC Sounds
What it's like to prepare for the biggest in a chancellor's career.
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Music streaming: Why we're listening to so many old songs
The chart is full is full of old music and classic songs are dominating streaming services. But why?
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Compact 60-key mechanical keyboard with built-in touchpad hits Kickstarter
Compact 60-key mechanical keyboard with built-in touchpad hits Kickstarter — offering early backers a $130 discount before launch
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Six Flags says it will install seat belts on Georgia roller coaster after rider's death
Six Flags says it will install seat belts on the Georgia roller coaster from which a rider fell to his death earlier this month
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BioWare's incredible legacy will continue as long as there are RPGs
EA is shutting down the venerable studio, but its impact will persevere.
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Two punk bands are coming to York in double headline tour
Two era-defining punk bands have teamed up for a co-headline tour – and they’re coming to York. For over five decades, Skids and Theatre Of Hate have blazed a trail for punk and post-punk and are still firmly flying the flag in 2026. Skids...
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I tried to ignore this compact stereo speaker system's background hiss and focus on the spacious and punchy sound, but I couldn't forgive the low-rent control options
Fyne Audio’s first wireless stereo speaker system, the Cubitt 5, is priced to compete in a fiercely contested part of the market. Brave or foolhardy?
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Sam Fender calls out ticket prices ahead of 2027 tour sale
The Geordie singer says on Instagram he is "not happy" with the reported ticket prices.
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Use your 3D printer to customize this new Stage Tour guitar PC controller — Drakong's InfinaKore Fender Telecaster peripheral is a modder's dream
A customizable rhythm game controller that's compatible with the new Stage Tour and pre-existing Guitar Hero and Rock Band games.
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Dónal Lunny, ‘colossus of Irish music’, dies aged 79
Founding member of Planxty, Lunny went on to play for bands such as Moving Hearts, the Bothy Band and Coolfin
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‘This show is like therapy': Mamma Mia! is heading to Bradford
IT’S the mother of all musicals - and it’s sprinkling some Mediterranean sunshine in Bradford this autumn.
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My First Car: Master Cutler Ian Nicholls' Beetle 'struggled on Sheffield hills'
Sheffield’s new Master Cutler Ian Nicholls says his first car was a very memorable Volkswagen Beetle, but it did not seem as cool as it would today.
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Kids Will Love This Interactive Wooden Soundstage
This screen-free soundstage starter kit opens a world of audio fun for kids aged 3 years and up.
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Music legend brings final UK tour to York venue for emotional night
A new spin on ‘Curious Incident’, Yorktoberfest in a circus big top, Halloween shows and Leo Sayer, Charles Hutchinson picks out what do to in York
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This Dolby Atmos soundbar from JBL may not have up-firing speakers, but it still sounds more expansive than most models I’ve tested — here’s how I’d rate it after hours of testing
I tested a JBL soundbar with battery powered detachable speakers, and it absolutely blew me away.
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Jazzy: The Irish DJ dropping her debut after a billion streams
Irish DJ Jazzy came up on the Dublin club scene and has worked with industry heavyweights like Calvin Harris.
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Stranger Than Heaven director reveals the game's showbiz system was originally a 'rhythm game' but didn't 'exactly match the feeling that you're promoting a show,' says the idea of looking for inspiration sources was influenced by how musicians have an 'antenna for the music'
Stranger Than Heaven director Mikinobu Abe has revealed how RGG Studio designed the game's Showbiz narrative system and how difficult it was to get right.
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STACK reveals New Year's Eve plans across North East with ABBA and Ibiza anthems
Find out what STACK venues across the North East have planned for New Year's Eve, with live music and tickets from £13.50.
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Revival Rugs Is Offering 20 Percent Off Everything for Its Birthday Sale
Revival is celebrating its ninth birthday with a sitewide discount—and it’s stackable. Shop the latest rug deals before the sale ends October 25.
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Singers and musicians urge Scottish Government to rethink trad music company plans
The Scottish Government’s plans to give traditional music the 'same platform' as opera, ballet and classical music have sparked concerns.
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Dónal Lunny: Celebrated Irish musician dies aged 79
A founding member of three renowned bands - The Bothy Band, Planxty and Moving Hearts - he was widely credited for the revival and growth of Irish traditional music.
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Huge music legend appearing at Club Classics party in Leeds
It is going to be one huge party
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'Rent' musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: 'No day but today'
The iconic musical "Rent" is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special benefit performance
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LIV Golf: Ian Poulter becomes latest star to leave breakaway tour
Ian Poulter wants to help his sons become professional golfers and develop his YouTube channel as he announces his exit from LIV Golf.
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Elvana to bring Elvis-Nirvana mash-up to North East for Halloween show
Elvana brings its Elvis Presley and Nirvana mash-up to Anarchy Brewery, Newcastle, on October 31, for a Halloween show with fancy dress and special ale.
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One of the world’s biggest rock bands to play Scarborough
One of the world’s biggest rock bands, a former Glastonbury headliner, is coming to North Yorkshire. Kings of Leon will head to the Yorkshire coast next summer as they return to the UK with a new show. Following the announcement of their...
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Attractions to close as Storm Boelo set to hit North Yorkshire with 60mph gusts
Attractions in North Yorkshire are set to close as Storm Boelo hits the county with 60mph gusts forecast.
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How to watch Mercury Music Prize for free – stream full replay
Here's our guide on how to watch Mercury Music Prize 2026 for free on BBC iPlayer - replay Raye from anywhere in the world.
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Detective raped by fellow officer David Carrick calls on Met chief to resign
Linda Williams, who was attacked in 2004, says force’s handling of her case was ‘like being raped all over again’
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One of world's most celebrated rock bands set to appear at North Yorkshire venue
Kings of Leon, one of the world's most celebrated rock bands, has been confirmed as headliners for a show in Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
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The original Apple iPod debuted 25 years ago today — Steve Jobs’ $399 device fit 1,000 songs into a package the size of a deck of cards with 5 gigabytes of storage
The chunky little original iPod packed a 1.8-inch Toshiba HDD, and used FireWire because the USB of the era was too slow and didn't offer charging.
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One of world's most celebrated rock bands set to appear at North Yorkshire venue
Kings of Leon, one of the world's most celebrated rock bands, has been confirmed as headliners for a show in Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
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These Headphones Twist Into a Bluetooth Speaker in Seconds. If Only They Sounded Better
After living with the TDM Neo Hybrid Headphones for a few weeks, I’m impressed by the engineering, but less impressed by the sound.
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Attractions to close as Storm Boelo set to hit North Yorkshire with 60mph gusts
Attractions in North Yorkshire are set to close as Storm Boelo hits the county with 60mph gusts forecast.
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The iPod was unveiled 25 years ago — and it was called both a 'glorified consumer gimmick' and 'the best digital music player' of the time
The iPod's place in gadget history is now well established, but not everyone saw its potential to begin with.
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Scottish artists release 'first' Gaelic nu-metal song inspired by Linkin Park
Scottish Gaelic acts Gun Ghaol and Limonead release ‘Gabh Ceum Air Ais’, billed as the first Gaelic nu-metal song, inspired by Linkin Park.
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Raye wins the Mercury Prize with This Music May Contain Hope
The pop star beat artists like Paul McCartney, Suede and Jade Thirlwall to lift the £25,000 prize.
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'No other studio in the world did it better' than BioWare at its peak, says former Dragon Age lead writer David Gaider
Just because we saw this coming doesn't mean it hurts less.
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Glamour hits Tyneside as RAYE and Olivia Dean arrive for Mercury Prize in Newcastle
Stars descend on Newcastle as the Mercury Prize returns to the North East for a second year.
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Raye wins 2026 Mercury prize for This Music May Contain Hope
Singer who previously had record-breaking Brit awards success adds to her haul thanks to massively ambitious big-band album
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Sony Japan marks last standalone 4K Blu-ray player as ‘Discontinued’ — PlayStation 5 now the only Blu-ray player left in Sony’s lineup
Would Sony’s plan to end physical disc production also mean that the future PlayStation 6 wouldn’t have a Blu-ray player?