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The presenters of the popular podcast series, Talking Sopranos, will be bringing their discussions about the iconic TV series to UK stages in 2026.

The stars of The Sopranos to bring their podcast to UK in the new year
The podcast series has a new lease of life as it comes to stages in the UK next year
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Austrian singer Johannes Pietsch, known as JJ representing Austria with the song "Wasted Love" celebrates with the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest trophy after winning the grand final at the St. Jakobshalle arena in Basel on May 18, 2025.

Austria crowned this year's Eurovision Song Contest winners

WWE Smackdown this evening sees the start of several qualifying matches for the next WWE PLE, Money In The Bank 2025.

WWE Smackdown: UK start time and Money In The Bank 2025 details

What 15 songs that are competing at Eurovision 2025 are doing huge numbers of streaming services this year?

15 Eurovision 2025 entries already making their mark through streaming

What has led to the resurgence of the CD format, and has it more to do with familiarity than convenience?

What has led Millennials and Gen Z to return to compact discs?

This former Oasis member confirmed he will be part of the band’s 2025 reunion shows.

Former Oasis member confirms he'll be part of 2025 reunion line-up

We shake our Magic 8 Ball to predict who will has, or will have, a great UK summer festival season in 2025 and who might not.

Who do we think will succeed or otherwise at 2025 UK summer festivals? Benjamin Jackson

Sleep Token are set to headline Download Festival 2025 - but are they set to clash with anyone now the set times have been revealed?

Your Download 2025 set times - who is clashing with who?

Who from the second round of semi-finalists do we think will progress to the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final this weekend in Basel?

Who do we think will qualify from the second Eurovision semi-final?

Ahead of her UK tour dates in June 2025, Beyoncé has broken a record after her five nights at Inglewood's SoFi Stadium.

Beyoncé makes history ahead of arriving in the UK next month

Tommy Cash is looking to ensure Estonia make it into this weekend's Grand Final, as he competes in the first semi-final later today.

Who is Tommy Cash - Estonia's popular entry at Eurovision 2025?

Wheatus will be performing their debut album in full, as they celebrate its 25th anniversary with a UK tour later this year.

Wheatus announce UK tour to celebrate anniversary of debut record
Two tickets to Iron Maiden? How about two tickets to Wheatus’ 25th anniversary tour instead?
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Adam Anderson has announced he will not be part of Hurt's upcoming tour dates to concentrate on his mental health and wellbeing, after posting to Instagram to confirm the news.

Hurts member confirms he will not be part of upcoming tour

What are CD hunters looking for on Discogs in May, and are any of them in your collections already?

The 17 most-wanted CDs that collectors are desperate for right now

Current Women's World Champion, IYO SKY, teams up with former champion Rhea Ripley to take on the upstart team of Roxanne Perez and Giulia on the May 12 2025 episode of Raw.

WWE Raw: UK start time for the first episode after WWE Backlash 2025

Metallica caused ‘seismic activity’ to be recorded after their show in Virginia this weekend.

Metallica set causes small earthquake, seismologists confirm

Items that once belonged to the late Steve Albini are set to go on sale weekly through the new Steve Albini’s Closet website.

4000 items from the late Steve Albini's collection to go on sale

John Cena is set to address the WWE Universe on the eve of his WWE Undisputed Championship bout against Randy Orton on this evening's episode of Smackdown.

WWE Smackdown: UK start time and matches currently announced

OMG, if you like neon green then you would have loved Käärijä's Eurovision outfit, but I was most certainly not a fan

We picked the best Eurovision songs - listen to the full episode

Learn what 'bootlegs' are and what are some of the most valuable releases within the bootlegging community.

A starters guide to bootlegs - and the most lucrative releases

Who do we think will make it through from the first Eurovision Song Contest semi-final taking place on May 13 2025?

Who do we think will move on from the first Eurovision semi-final? Benjamin Jackson

Are the odds in the favour of those looking to get Ed Sheeran tickets when they go on general sale this week?

The odds of getting an Ed Sheeran ticket for his 2025 hometown gigs

This month's Screen Babble podcast features chats about Sinners, Eurovision 2025 and the trio discussing their least-favourite Celebrity Big Brother housemate after the conclusion of the latest series.

Screen Babble: the success of Sinners and Eurovision 2025 predictions
Your latest episode of Screen Babble has arrived!
Benjamin Jackson

FLO have revealed their rescheduled UK dates, which initially were meant to take place in March 2025 before an injury postponed the tour.

FLO reveal rescheduled UK tour dates - here's when they're playing now

Your guide to this year's Boomtown: Chapter Four, taking place in August in Hampshire.

Your guide ahead of Boomtown: Chapter Four including travel

What's some of the festivals taking place across Europe in 2025 if some of the UK festivals aren't adventerous enough for you anymore?

Explainer 13 European festivals in 2025 for the adventurous festivalgoer

Azaelia Banks, Sean Paul and Alien Ant Farm are just some of the acts confirmed as Boomtown 2025 reveal their final line-up - and details of re-sale tickets.

Final line-up for Boomtown 2025 complete ahead of re-sales

Kurt Cobain features twice in the list of the 13 most expensive musical items sold at auction - but was one of his guitars 'the' most expensive sold of all time?

13 of the most expensive musical instruments sold at auction

Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert announces 20th anniversary tour

Randy Orton is set to once again appear on WWE Smackdown ahead of his WWE Undisputed Championship clash with John Cena - 'One Last Time' - at WWE Backlash this month.

What's happening on WWE Smackdown & what time does it start in the UK?

Celebrate Star Wars Day 2025 around the world with these 15 filming locations considered the most 'Instagrammable.'

The 15 most popular Star Wars filming locations according to Instagram

Fans continue to speculate who could play Worthy Farm this year, with two names now believed to be ‘solid’ bets at Glasto 2025.

Glastonbury 2025: US group and UK act among the latest rumoured acts

What songs caused a moral panic in the '80s that led to the establishment of the Parental Advisory label that adorns CDs to this day?

The 'Filthy Fifteen' songs of the 1980s that parents tried to ban

What are the most wanted vinyl releases users of Discogs are after as April draws to a close?

The 23 most wanted records that vinyl hunters are desperate for

Having spent formative years getting his sunburn slapped after music festivals, Benjamin Jackson offers his tips how to stay safe in the hot weather during the UK outdoor gig and festival season 2025.

Keeping safe from the heat during the UK’s many outdoor shows in 2025

After making history at WrestleMania 41, John Cena is scheduled to appear on WWE Raw this evening.

Who is set to appear on the first RAW after WrestleMania 41?

Don't miss performances by Green Day, Lady Gaga, Travis Scott or Charli XCX (and maybe a glimpse of Julia) as the second weekend of Coachella 2025 draws closer.

Set times and how to watch Coachella 2025 weekend two in the UK

John Cena is set to appear on the final WWE Smackdown before WrestleMania 41.

WWE Smackdown: UK start time and matches announced for April 18 2025

Robbie Williams, Kendrick, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and Post Malone; just a handful of upcoming UK tours still set to take place in 2025.

Your Easter guide to the biggest tours coming to the UK still in 2025

Music retailer HMV are forecasting that summer 2025 will be dominated by K-Pop acts such as ENHYPHEN, NewJeans and BTS' Jin - who has announced his second album this week.

K-Pop tipped by UK retailer to dominate this summer's music scene

Looking at clearing out your wardrobe in 2025? Don't be too quick to throw away some of those old band shirts - they could be worth something.

The 13 most valuable vintage band t-shirts in 2025, according to Eil

Linkin Park will be opening this year's UEFA Champions League Final - and have dropped a new short film in celebration of the feat.

Linkin Park to perform before the UEFA Champions League Final

The celebrated works of '90s R&B group TLC are reportedly set to become the premise of a new jukebox musical.

Reports emerge that a TLC jukebox musical is set to debut in 2026

The Kooks will be performing at TRNSMT and Leeds and Reading Festivals before they hit the road for their own headline tour.

The Kooks announce UK arena tour for October 2025 - date and tickets

Snoop Dogg has revealed his next album is set to be another series of gospel works, titled Altar Call.

Snoop Dogg announced gospel album featuring Jamie Foxx

Rachel Zegler stars in the new Disney live action remake of Snow White

Every Disney Live Action remake ranked - best and worst

All Elite Wrestling have announced details for their upcoming Forbidden Door show - an event in conjunction with New Japan Pro Wrestling.

AEW announce details of their next two UK shows - dates and tickets

Despite rave reviews for her performance at Coachella 2025, some fans are asking why certain songs did not make her weekend one set.

Lady Gaga defends Harlequin despite Coachella omission

Your OTC will be on hand to discuss his upcoming three-way bout at WrestleMania 41 on the final episode of WWE Raw before the Showcase of the Immortals/

WWE Raw: Roman Reigns to appear on last episode before WrestleMania

Disco Lines performs at the Sahara Tent at the 2025 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival on April 12, 2025 in Indio, California

Highlights from the first weekend of Coachella 2025

What have been the most covered songs between the years of 2000 and 2025 - and have you been known to croon along to them?

The 10 most covered songs in the 21st century named

While My Bloody Valentine's Loveless remains one of the most influential albums recorded, it nearly bankrupted the very same label Oasis would release their recording breaking album through.

How Loveless almost destroyed Creation: the My Bloody Valentine saga