Fairground Attraction on making Perfect: ‘By the third chorus, everyone was singing along’
Australian music
‘I don’t ever want to think of myself as a celebrity’: Budjerah’s meteoric ascent
The breakout pop star has played with Ed Sheeran, racked up millions of streams and performed around the world. But he’s happiest with his family
Feature
‘It’s where all the best socialising happens’: the joy of the smoking area
As the government mulls an outdoor smoking ban, clubbers are lamenting the possible loss of a valuable space where friendships are formed and bonds strengthened
Live review
Caribou – small-scale sweaty return showcases potent pivot to pop
Interview
‘My music’s like a drunk punch in the face’: indie sleaze horndog the Dare and his 00s hedonism
News
Will Jennings, Oscar-winning lyricist of My Heart Will Go On, dies aged 80
With songs about heartbreak and capitalism, the cult pop singer is on the brink of the mainstream – but the intensity of her fandom has her fearing for her safety
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Beauty and the beat: why do so many models shoot for pop stardom?
Sam Fox managed it – but Naomi Campbell didn’t. As Paris Hilton assails ears with a new album, we look at the chequered history of models in pop, from Grace Jones to Kim Kardashian
Feature
‘It’s schmoozing – but that’s nothing new’: how the record shop in-store gig changed touring
In-stores can be beneficial for bands, fans and record shops alike – but do they still hold the same magic, or have they become an obligatory part of an album promotion?
Feature
Britain’s first gay anthem? Why the UK’s pioneering LGBTQ+ protest band reunited
Pop
After Adele: is the diva leaving the building once and for all?
Games
‘Ghostface Killah wanted to be a homicidal eagle!’ – Def Jam: Fight for NY at 20
Oasis: a guilty pleasure without fringe benefits
Stewart Lee
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