Albums

Max Bass pictured holding the Beatles album which his mum got the Beatles to sign in 1965.

Rare Beatles album to go under the hammer in North East this month

JImmy Nail

Jimmy Nail set for North East return as Tyneside show announced

De La Soul's first new work since the death of Trugoy the Dove stands out as one of not only this week's biggest releases, but perhaps one of 2025's biggest releases.

What new albums are being released on New Music Friday this week?

What have been some of the biggest sales through Discogs in November - and do you happen to own any?

15 of the most valuable vinyl records right now

Celebrate Nirvana's legendary MTV Unplugged set as it turned 32 earlier this month.

19 stunning photos from Nirvana's MTV Unplugged session, 32 years ago

30 albums that are set to turn 30 in 2026 - proving that 1996 was a huge year of music.

30 legendary albums turning 30 in 2026 - do you still listen to any?

FKA Twigs is one of the few new album releases set to take place this week - but who else is joining her?

What albums are dropping on New Music Friday this week?

After winning this year's Mercury Prize, Sam Fender has revealed that the £25,000 cash prize has been donated to The Music Venue Trust charity.

Sam Fender donates Mercury Prize winnings to UK music charity

Rosalía is set to release her fourth studio album this weekend, joining a host of other critically acclaimed artists releasing new works overnight.

What albums have come out on New Music Friday this week?

Sam Fender’s third album People Watching has been nominated for another national award.

Sam Fender album People Watching nominated for another national award

Has Soulfly's 2000 album, Primitive, held up 25 years later, or have the critiques of it being over-collaborated and "too" commercial made it age like milk?

Does Soulfly's 2000 album, Primitive, still hold in 25 years later?

Florence + The Machine, Cat Burns, The Charlatans and more are set to drop new albums on a spooky New Music Friday this week.

What albums are coming out this New Music Friday?

They were the home to many of metal's biggest success stories of the late '90s and early '00s, but whatever did happen to Roadrunner Records come recent years?

Whatever happened to metal powerhouse, Roadrunner Records?

Sam Fender was named the winner of the 2025 Mercury prize.

Sam Fender sees huge sales increase after Mercury Prize victory

Lily Allen, Dave, Demi Lovato and Bon Jovi are among just some of this week's big album releases for October 24.

Lily Allen and Dave are among this week's big new album releases

80s icons Hue and Cry and Roachford have announced a co-headline UK tour for 2026, including a date in the North East.

80s icons set for co-headlining tour including North East date
80s icons Hue and Cry and Roachford have announced a co-headline UK tour for 2026.
Jason Button

Could fans of Sex Pistols see the group recording new material with Frank Carter shortly?

Could we see a new Sex Pistols album with Frank Carter shortly?

Sam Fender was named the winner of the 2025 Mercury prize.

13 photos as Sam Fender wins the Mercury Prize on home soil

It could be much less than a 16-year wait to see The Cure release their next studio album - but will it be out in time for the 2026 music festival season?

The Cure 'tease' 13 song follow up to Songs Of A Lost World

The Last Dinner Party look to beat "difficult second album" syndrome with the release of their new album, From The Pyre, during this week's New Music Friday.

What are some of this weekend's biggest new album releases?

Who are your last-minute favourites ahead of this evening's Mercury Prize ceremony, taking place in Newcastle - the first time the event has left London since starting in 1992?

Who are the favourites to win the Mercury Prize this evening?

How much would it cost Swifties to collect all the variants currently on offer of The Life of a Showgirl - as of writing, given the speed they're being issued?

The startling cost of buying all of Taylor Swift's album variants

What time is PinkPantheress' new album, Fancy Some More? released this week - and is it just a streaming title only?

The exact time PinkPantheress' new album is out on Spotify

Beverley Knight attends the Roksanda show during London Fashion Week September 2025. (Photo by Lia Toby/Getty Images)

Beverley Knight announces huge UK tour: everything you need to know

Listen to Taylor Swift’s album - and thousands of others - for just 99p

The smartest way to listen to Taylor Swift’s new album

Doing a brisk clean ahead of the winter months? Maybe... just maybe... You might have unearthed one of these incredibly valuable CDs during your chores?

15 valuable CDs that could be in your collection

RAYE was nominated for the award in 2023, losing to Ezra Collective, but still benefited from the attention the shortlisting of her album gave her.

What is the 'Mercury Bump' and who are this year's favourites?
They say just to be nominated is an honour - but a bump in record sales surely also helps the Mercury Prize shortlist.
Benjamin Jackson

Jade Thirwall goes to Bury vinyl store for album signing

Popstar Jade Thirwall visits vinyl store for 'magical' album signing

With 'Stankonia' turning 25 this year, we look at 15 artists who have been influenced by the iconic hip-hop album - from Kendrick Lamar to Janelle Monae.

15 musicians influenced by OutKast's classic album, Stankonia

Florence + The Machine are set to hit the road in early 2026.

Florence + The Machine announce 2026 arena tour

What records have sold for an incredible amount through online marketplace Discogs in August?

The 15 most valuable records that could land you a small fortune

A lot has happened since Oasis announced their reunion almost 12 months ago to the day. So what are some of the music world's biggest moments between the announcement and the current day?

Everything that has happened in music since Oasis announced reunion

They were a means to discover new music before file sharing came around; so what happened to the covermount CD and how popular was the format at its peak?

Whatever happened to covermounts - that CD that appeared on magazines?

As Max Martin continues to be rumoured as the producer of Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, who is the producer to the stars and what have been his greatest hits that haven't involved Swift?

Explainer Who is Max Martin, and what has he produced away from Taylor Swift?

Taylor Swift has elated fans after the reveal of her 12th studio album overnight - The Life of a Showgirl.

Taylor Swift announces her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl

The Black Parade returns to the UK in 2026, with the announcement of two My Chemical Romance shows taking place in the capital in July.

My Chemical Romance announce two huge UK shows for 2026

Who have been the biggest movers and shakers in the world of vinyl in July 2025? Here are the big sellers on Discogs last month and the average price those items are worth.

The 15 most expensive vinyl releases right now

What cassette tapes have fetched incredible prices once sold through Discogs this month - and do you happen to own any of them?

15 expensive cassette tapes to own this month, according to Discogs

Paramore lead singer Hayley Williams has surprised fans with a secret 17 tracks drop - by virtue of a 16 digit code available to those who bought from her hair dye company.

Paramore's Hayley Williams drops surprise 17 tracks on her website

Is Fear Factory's Demanufacture a work of art, or is it merely a work of 'calculated aggression?'

Is Fear Factory's Demanufacture still a classic or has it aged badly?

What are the 19 most sought after dance releases on vinyl, according to users of Discogs?

19 most wanted vinyl from the world of dance, according to Discogs

Biffy Clyro have announced a 2026 arena tour in support of their new album, Futique.

Biffy Clyro announce 2026 UK tour - dates and tickets

From MF Doom to Deftones - what are the most wanted CDs according to Discogs for the month of July 2025?

The 25 most-wanted CDs right now that could be in your collection

Gallaghairs' opens in the Manchester Picadilly Premier Inn to give guests a free Oasis style haircut

Oasis fans flock to 'Gallaghairs' pop-up barber to get iconic haircut

Bookies think that the current shows Oasis are performing in Manchester will be released as a live album - with an overwhelming 91% probability according to Betway.

Could Oasis' Heaton Park shows become a live album - bookies think so

Shayne Ward is set to headline the second Sunday Concert of 2025, in South Shields, on July 20.

What you need to know ahead of Shayne Ward coming to South Shields

From 'brat' to 'bichota,' these words used by pop superstars have now become part of everyday conversation - or soon will be.

The pop-star words that have made their way into 'polite' conversation

Deftones will be returning to the United Kingdom in 2026 after their recent tour of the country this year.

Deftones announce additional UK tour dates for 2026

As metal nostalgia continues to resonate with people this week after Ozzy Osbourne's final show, what are some of the most expensive works release by artists from the rock and metal field that sold for a pretty penny on Discogs?

17 huge cassette tape sales on Discogs from the world of rock & metal

Midge Ure at Byre In The Botanics, St Andrews (Pic: Cath Ruane)

Legendary Midge Ure set for 'immersive' North East gig on new tour

With Oasis' reunion shows underway, what are some of the most valuable records from the era of Britpop and Cool Britannia?

19 valuable Britpop releases on vinyl, according to Discogs

Sam Fender at St James Park

Chart data shows Sam Fender has the best selling album of 2025 so far

Could the cryptic clues that Slipknot have left with their new website mean an extended re-issue of their self-titled debut?

Slipknot fans try to decipher what new cryptic website is about

As Dave Grohl attends Wimbledon once again, Foo Fighters have dropped a new single in celebration of the 30th anniversary of their debut album.

Foo Fighters release new single as Dave Grohl attends Wimbledon

We take a look once again at the most wanted vinyl collectors are hunting for in July 2025 - according to the good people at Discogs.

The 25 most-wanted vinyl records that collectors are hunting for

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