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Ludovico Einaudi reveals the details of his first-ever collection of solo piano works, Solo Piano, and shares new piece “Memory One” ahead of a sold-out solo tour of the UK and Ireland. www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/ludovic...
Ludovico Einaudi announces first-ever collection of solo piano works
Italian composer Ludovico Einaudi has announced Solo Piano, his first-ever collection of solo piano works, and shared new song “Memory One”.
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January 10, 2026 at 11:14 AM
Ludovico Einaudi reveals the details of his first-ever collection of solo piano works, Solo Piano, and shares new piece “Memory One” ahead of a sold-out solo tour of the UK and Ireland. www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/ludovic...
January 9, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Are Arctic Monkeys about to drop their swansong and split up? A sub-reddit thread thinks so and an Instagram post today offers the greatest tease yet that new music from Alex Turner and co might be closer than we think.
Arctic Monkeys hint at new music with new Warchild project on the horizon
Are Arctic Monkeys about to drop their swansong and split up? A sub-reddit thread thinks so and an Instagram post today offers the greatest tease yet that new music from Alex Turner and co might be…
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January 9, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Are Arctic Monkeys about to drop their swansong and split up? A sub-reddit thread thinks so and an Instagram post today offers the greatest tease yet that new music from Alex Turner and co might be closer than we think.
Encompassed by a slurry of synth passages and the familiar warble of a Fender Rhodes tremolo, on “Marrow”, London-based artist Paris Rabone pulls listeners into his rain-slicked world.
Paris Rabone's “Marrow” is a jazz-soaked, avant-garde study of loss and heartbreak
Encompassed by a slurry of synth passages and the familiar warble of a Fender Rhodes tremolo, on his debut release, London-based artist Paris Rabone pulls listeners into his rain-slicked world.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Encompassed by a slurry of synth passages and the familiar warble of a Fender Rhodes tremolo, on “Marrow”, London-based artist Paris Rabone pulls listeners into his rain-slicked world.
Animator, director, musician and Over the Garden Wall creator Patrick McHale talks through the songs that have soundtracked his life.
Patrick McHale's favourite songs | Interview
Patrick McHale, the animator, director, musician and creator of Over the Garden Wall talks the songs that have soundtracked his life.
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January 9, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Animator, director, musician and Over the Garden Wall creator Patrick McHale talks through the songs that have soundtracked his life.
With sharp wit and crunchy guitars, London-based singer-songwriter Sofia Gobbi uses humour to unpack emotional imbalance and the contradictions of modern dating. buff.ly/UXm1upX
Sofia Gobbi wrestles with modern hookup culture on witty new single “Your Mom”
With sharp wit and crunchy guitars, London-based singer-songwriter Sofia Gobbi uses humour to unpack emotional imbalance and the contradictions of modern dating.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:46 PM
With sharp wit and crunchy guitars, London-based singer-songwriter Sofia Gobbi uses humour to unpack emotional imbalance and the contradictions of modern dating. buff.ly/UXm1upX
Despite the former Smiths claim that nobody would release him because free-speech is now "criminalised", Morrissey's next solo LP Make-up is a Lie will see the light of day on 6 March, and includes a Roxy Music cover and a song about Lester Bangs.
Morrissey's fourteenth solo album Make-up is a Lie has a March release date
Morrissey's next solo record Make-up Is A Lie will see the light of day with a 6 March release date, and includes a Roxy Music cover and a song about Lester Bangs.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Despite the former Smiths claim that nobody would release him because free-speech is now "criminalised", Morrissey's next solo LP Make-up is a Lie will see the light of day on 6 March, and includes a Roxy Music cover and a song about Lester Bangs.
Newcastle jazz outfit Knats announce their upcoming second album, A Great Day In Newcastle, a “love letter to their hometown” produced by former Black Midi member Geordie Greep, and share lead single “Wor Jackie”. www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/knats-a...
Knats announce Geordie Greep-produced album, A Great Day In Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne jazz outfit Knats have announced their upcoming album, A Great Day In Newcastle, and shared lead single, “Wor Jackie”.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Newcastle jazz outfit Knats announce their upcoming second album, A Great Day In Newcastle, a “love letter to their hometown” produced by former Black Midi member Geordie Greep, and share lead single “Wor Jackie”. www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/knats-a...
From a stifling island childhood to the pulse of London's underground, Tom Falle is transmuting isolation into a radiant sonic universe as Rhumba Club.
Rhumba Club: "You've got to throw shit against the wall and be like: 'Oh, it's actually a Pollock'."
From a stifling island childhood to the pulse of London's underground, Tom Falle is transmuting isolation into an inclusive, radiant sonic universe as Rhumba Club.
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January 9, 2026 at 11:08 AM
From a stifling island childhood to the pulse of London's underground, Tom Falle is transmuting isolation into a radiant sonic universe as Rhumba Club.
After a year of gathering steady steam, Copenhagen duo mikey are ready to re-introduce themselves to listeners on dream-laden alt-pop single “somewhere I belong”.
mikey steer the art of surrender on dream-laden alt-pop single “somewhere I belong”
After a year of gathering steady steam both in their native Denmark and further afield, Copenhagen duo mikey are ready to re-introduce themselves to listeners through a hazy, harmonic sonic landscape.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:12 AM
After a year of gathering steady steam, Copenhagen duo mikey are ready to re-introduce themselves to listeners on dream-laden alt-pop single “somewhere I belong”.
South London singer-songwriter Skye Newman announced as winner BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026, tipping her off as the top artist to watch for this year. www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/skye-ne...
Skye Newman wins BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026
Skye Newman has been announced as the winner of BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:56 AM
South London singer-songwriter Skye Newman announced as winner BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026, tipping her off as the top artist to watch for this year. www.thelineofbestfit.com/news/skye-ne...
“I’m what you're aspiring to be when you think you’re an outsider. I don’t have any choice, this is my lifestyle": Angel Du$t release new single, "I'm The Outside", the fifth single from their upcoming album, COLD 2 THE TOUCH.
Angel Du$t drop new single, "I'm The Outside"
Angel Dus$t have shared new song "I'm The Outside", the newest track from their upcoming album, COLD 2 THE TOUCH.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:45 PM
“I’m what you're aspiring to be when you think you’re an outsider. I don’t have any choice, this is my lifestyle": Angel Du$t release new single, "I'm The Outside", the fifth single from their upcoming album, COLD 2 THE TOUCH.
Maria BC reveals details of third album, Marathon, and shares the title track — which sees her reflect on childhood memories of living in middle America.
Maria BC announces third album, Marathon
Oakland artist Maria BC has announced their third album, Marathon, and released the title track.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Maria BC reveals details of third album, Marathon, and shares the title track — which sees her reflect on childhood memories of living in middle America.
Cate Le Bon and St. Vincent come together on new single, "Always The Same", the "cousin to the song cycle" of Le Bon's 2025 album Michelangelo Dying.
Cate Le Bon teams up with St. Vincent on new track, "Always The Same"
Cate Le Bon has released new single, "Always The Same", featuring St. Vincent.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Cate Le Bon and St. Vincent come together on new single, "Always The Same", the "cousin to the song cycle" of Le Bon's 2025 album Michelangelo Dying.
London shoegaze band Whitelands explore grief and mortality on new single, "Blankspace", the latest preview of their upcoming album, Sunlight Echoes.
Whitelands reveal new single, "Blankspace"
London shoegaze outfit Whitelands have shared new song, "Blankspace", the fourth single from their upcoming album Sunlight Echoes.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:46 PM
London shoegaze band Whitelands explore grief and mortality on new single, "Blankspace", the latest preview of their upcoming album, Sunlight Echoes.
London-based rapper and producer Wesley Joseph announces his debut album, Forever Ends Someday, and finds "clarity in chaos" on new single “Peace Of Mind” featuring Danny Brown.
Danny Brown, Jorja Smith, Nicolas Jaar feature on Wesley Joseph's debut album, Forever Ends Someday
London-based rapper and producer Wesley Joseph has announced his debut album, Forever Ends Someday, and released new single “Peace Of Mind”, featuring Danny Brown.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:40 PM
London-based rapper and producer Wesley Joseph announces his debut album, Forever Ends Someday, and finds "clarity in chaos" on new single “Peace Of Mind” featuring Danny Brown.
Watch Iceland Airwaves festival breakout Alaska1867 – the face of an exciting direction for the country's eclectic rap scene – perform new song "Músalagið" for her Best Fit session, live in Reyjavík, in partnership with Record in Iceland.
Watch: Alaska1867 performs "Músalagið" live in session for Best Fit, recorded at Iceland Airwaves
Teaming up with Record in Iceland at last year's Iceland Airwaves, Best Fit headed to IÐNÓ with festival breakout star Alaska1867 to cut a performance of new song "Músalagið".
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January 8, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Watch Iceland Airwaves festival breakout Alaska1867 – the face of an exciting direction for the country's eclectic rap scene – perform new song "Músalagið" for her Best Fit session, live in Reyjavík, in partnership with Record in Iceland.
Tyler Ballgame learns how to accept rejection on new single, "Matter of Taste", the third preview of his upcoming debut album, For the First Time, Again.
Tyler Ballgame releases new single, "Matter of Taste"
Tyler Ballgame has shared new single, "Matter of Time", the latest preview of his upcoming debut album For the First Time, Again.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Tyler Ballgame learns how to accept rejection on new single, "Matter of Taste", the third preview of his upcoming debut album, For the First Time, Again.
Michigan noise rock outfit Prostitute share a live video for "All Hail (Pressure)" from their 2024 debut album, Attempted Martyr, filmed at The Windmill in Brixton.
Prostitute share live video for "All Hail (Pressure)"
Michigan noise outfit Prostitute have shared a video for "All Hail (Pressure)", which captures the band performing the track live at The Windmill in Brixton.
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January 8, 2026 at 11:42 AM
Michigan noise rock outfit Prostitute share a live video for "All Hail (Pressure)" from their 2024 debut album, Attempted Martyr, filmed at The Windmill in Brixton.
Crack Cloud return with new album, Peace and Purpose, the product of "a winter of prolonged grief", and share new single "SAFE ROOM".
Crack Cloud announce new album, Peace and Purpose
Crack Cloud have announced their fourth album, Peace and Purpose, and shared lead single, "Safe Room".
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January 8, 2026 at 11:03 AM
Crack Cloud return with new album, Peace and Purpose, the product of "a winter of prolonged grief", and share new single "SAFE ROOM".
As part of Independent Venue Week 2026, taking place between 26 January and 1 February, Artist Ambassadors Nova Twins, Brògeal, and Eve Goodman will play a run of special live shows, featuring a homecoming performance from Nova Twins at The Amersham Arms.
Independent Venue Week Ambassadors Nova Twins, Brògeal, and Eve Goodman to play exclusive live shows
Ahead of the 13th edition of Independent Venue Week, which takes place between 26 January and 1 February, a run of exclusive live shows performed by 2026 Artist Ambassadors Nova Twins, Brògeal, and…
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January 8, 2026 at 9:28 AM
As part of Independent Venue Week 2026, taking place between 26 January and 1 February, Artist Ambassadors Nova Twins, Brògeal, and Eve Goodman will play a run of special live shows, featuring a homecoming performance from Nova Twins at The Amersham Arms.
Not For Radio — the solo project of The Marias' María Zardoya — covers Radiohead's "Nude" in first-ever performance at Oakland's Fox Theater.
María Zardoya covers Radiohead's "Nude" in first-ever Not For Radio show
The Marias' María Zardoya has covered Radiohead's "Nude", from their 2007 album In Rainbows, in her first live show under solo project Not For Radio.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Not For Radio — the solo project of The Marias' María Zardoya — covers Radiohead's "Nude" in first-ever performance at Oakland's Fox Theater.
Robyn reveals that her eighth studio album is called Sexistential, contains nine tracks, is released on 27 March via Young, and includes her first co-write with Max Martin in 15 years, alongside the release of new singles “Talk To Me” and “Sexistential”.
"The purpose of my life is to stay horny": Robyn reveals new record Sexistential for late March release
Robyn has revealed her eighth studio album is called Sexistential, contains nine tracks, is released on 27 March via Young, and includes her first co-write with Max Martin in 15 years.
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January 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Robyn reveals that her eighth studio album is called Sexistential, contains nine tracks, is released on 27 March via Young, and includes her first co-write with Max Martin in 15 years, alongside the release of new singles “Talk To Me” and “Sexistential”.
The Twilight Sad announce sixth album, IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE, featuring The Cure's Robert Smith, and share new single "DESIGNED TO LOSE".
Robert Smith features on The Twilight Sad's sixth album, IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE
The Twilight Sad have announced their sixth album, IT'S THE LONG GOODBYE, featuring The Cure's Robert Smith as a guest contributor, and shared new single "DESIGNED TO LOSE".
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January 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The Twilight Sad announce sixth album, IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE, featuring The Cure's Robert Smith, and share new single "DESIGNED TO LOSE".
"This song is about the experience of being in a human body, self-acceptance, and how our bodies are simply a suit for our souls.": Portland heavy rock trio Blackwater Holylight share new single, "Bodies".
Blackwater Holylight explore self-acceptance on new single, "Bodies"
Portland-born hard rock trio Blackwater Holylight have shared "Bodies", the latest preview of the band's upcoming fourth album, Not Here Not Gone.
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January 7, 2026 at 4:28 PM
"This song is about the experience of being in a human body, self-acceptance, and how our bodies are simply a suit for our souls.": Portland heavy rock trio Blackwater Holylight share new single, "Bodies".