Music news: Why cathedrals are becoming the new concert venue
In a move that some may view as controversial, more cathedrals across the UK are offering their space as music venues, writes Music News Blitz’s Emma Corrigan.
As they continue to maintain worship and traditional religious practices, cathedrals have seen a gradual decline in visitors over the years, with people still going to cathedrals for Christmas or Easter, but with less people overall turning up on a Sunday.
Because of this, hosting a variety of musically based occasions has become embedded into cathedral activities, utilising this as a contemporary method of funding the historic buildings.
Ariana Grande returns to the stage for her “Eternal Sunshine” tour
The ‘Sweetener’ Grammy Award winner is making her return to the stage after seven years, writes Music News Blitz’s Tabitha Kongo.
Ariana Grande is set to kick off her 2026 ‘Eternal Sunshine’ tour with an opening show at the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California, on Saturday, June 6.
This marks her first major tour return since her ‘Sweetener’ world tour in 2019.
Finally, she is taking centre stage to showcase her melodic vocals that her fans love.
Supporters around the world are eager and excited to witness her live performance of the album.
Taylor Swift announces new single ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ for ‘Toy Story 5’
Taylor Swift is returning to her country roots with her new song which features in Disney’s upcoming ‘Toy Story 5’, writes Music News Blitz’s Grace Moore.
Since her 12th album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl,’ was released in October last year, Taylor Swift has been relatively quiet.
However, the singer recently took to Instagram to reveal her latest original track, ‘I Knew It, I Knew You’ - out on the 5th of June.
Swift has joined forces with long-time collaborator Jack Antonoff to create this new song.
It was written shortly after the singer had an early preview of the new ‘Toy Story 5’, where she fell “instantly in love” with the film.
Music analysis: Why older music is making a comeback
A key element of music is that it can be used to determine different eras.
From the swinging 60s to the Noughties, music, alongside fashion, was pivotal to each decade, writes Music News Blitz’s Emma Corrigan.
But what symbolic music and fashion choices were pivotal to the 2020s?
Music opinion: Have phones killed the concert experience - and should they be banned?
In the digital era, with social media at the height of our connections, the desire to capture every moment is at the tip of our fingers.
But what for? Proof to everyone else that we’re having a good time?
This problematic issue has been particularly prevalent across TikTok, writes Music News Blitz’s Emma Corrigan.
Reading and Leeds 2.0 Festivals: Headline acts, ticket information and more
Reading and Leeds are two of the UK’s longest-running music festivals, and have hosted some of the biggest names in music over the years.
This year, the festival has rebranded, launching Reading and Leeds 2.0 - but what does this mean for the attendees?
Music News Blitz writer Grace Moore answers all questions about this year’s festival.
Taylor Swift's 2026 AMA results spark debate among fans
Taylor Swift has been recognised for dominating the music charts globally, but for the past two years, Swift has not made her debut at any of the hosted American Music Awards ceremonies (AMAs).
The 2026 AMAs were held on the 25th May in Las Vegas, where Taylor led with eight nominations, but despite this, she failed to scoop even a single award.
Taylor’s large fan supporters, known as “Swifties,” were looking forward to seeing her at the show, but instead, the award was met with emerging stars and a shift in fan preferences, writes Music News Blitz’s Tabitha Kongo.
Justin Bieber’s “Peaches” Cadillac up for auction
The infamous 1968 Cadillac Coupe DeVille featured in Justin Bieber’s popular “Peaches” music video is up for auction.
The car, which Bieber is seen driving and dancing on in the music video, is being auctioned off by the original collector car marketplace Hemmings.
Music News Blitz writer Zach Heynes discusses the details about the car and its auction status.
Is Off Campus set to launch the 2026 summer playlist?
Since the launch of Amazon Prime’s latest box office series, ‘Off Campus’, with nearly 40 million views within its first two weeks of debuting, the soundtrack characterising the story line has reached our screens just in time for summer 2026.
Music News Blitz writer Emma Corrigan explores the series’ most defining sounds.
Ariana Grande enters new era with ‘hate that I made you love me’
Ariana Grande has officially entered a new musical era with the release of ‘hate that i made you love me,’ the lead single from her upcoming eighth studio album petal.
The single was released on Friday, May 29, and was produced by her long-time collaborator Ilya alongside Max Martin, with the music video to be released on Monday, June 1.
Music news: 5 upcoming albums that will soundtrack your summer
The next few months are undoubtedly packed with some of 2026’s most anticipated releases in music.
If you want to add some new tunes to your rotation, here are some releases that could feature on your playlist, writes Music News Blitz’s Grace Moore.
Music opinion: 12 songs you need to have in your summer playlists
With summer fast approaching, and the weather making it feel like it already has, Music News Blitz’s Darshan Kaur Gill explores 12 songs that are necessary for the playlists you’ll blast on your summer drives this year.
Harry Styles’ Together, Together tour: Setlist, outfits and more
Harry Styles has officially begun his “Together, Together” tour and Music News Blitz writer Grace Moore dives into all the details – from the setlist to his outfits.
Music news: What is BBC Introducing and which artists has it supported?
Music News Blitz’s Grace Moore explains all there is to know about BBC Introducing and the impact it has on artists.
Music news: Maisie Peters releases her third studio album ‘Florescence’
On May 22, Maisie Peters released her new 15-track album ‘Florescence’, reports Music News Blitz writer Bella Ford.
In the record produced under Atlantic Records and Ed Sheeran's Gingerbread Man Records, Peters continues to navigate life in her twenties.
The project is about the journey of growing up and the process of adulthood, with some songs exploring heartbreak and reflecting on the past.
Eurovision Song Contest 2026 explained: Bulgaria’s surprise win, boycotts, and what to expect for 2027
Bulgaria was crowned first time winners in the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest.
With her song ‘Bangaranga’, Dara topped both the Jury and Public vote, a feat that hasn’t been achieved since Portugal won in 2017.
Music News Blitz writer Will Gardener explains everything you need to know about this year’s eventful Eurovision Song Contest.
Music reaction online content: Unlocking your personal perspective or constraining it?
Music News Blitz writer Zach Heynes explores the online phenomenon of music reactions, a subgenre of content creation where influencers share their live reactions to a song or album.
Five best UK festivals happening in summer 2026
This summer is going to be a summer to remember – as always, there is a wide variety of festivals to pick from but these are the top five in the country, writes Music News Blitz’s Bella Ford.
Olivia Rodrigo: The cure to the cultural devaluation of ‘Girlhood’
Music News Blitz’s Darshan Kaur Gill explores the superstar Olivia Rodrigo’s success, not only as an artist, but also as a cure to the continued devaluation of the things we associate with ‘girlhood’.
Singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo emerged as a global pop phenomenon just over a month before her eighteenth birthday when her debut hit single, drivers license, was released on January 8, 2021.
Great films, greater soundtracks - underrated music from popular films
Music News Blitz’s Zach Heynes discusses three standout scores from already popular films to shine a light on an aspect of the cinematic experience that warrants some more credit.