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CDs of the week

31.07.09
Julian Plenti isn't skyscraper at all, Frankmusic gets juvenile at times and Two Dancers prove they can scratch.... more

Off the record

05.12.08
From Keith Richards singing Run Rudolph Run to a Phil Spector tribute by Glasvegas, there is plenty to celebrate this Christmas.... more

CDs of the week

17.10.08
We review new albums from the Sugababes, John Legend, AC/DC and Buena Vista Social Club.... more

Musician wins Mobo for saving youths from gangs

15.10.08
A London musician who has helped steer hundreds of youths away from street crime is to be honoured with a special award at tonight's Mobos... more

Orange Rockcorps and rhymes for the workers

29.09.08
There was plenty of good-natured revelry at the first ever Orange RockCorps show for excitable young volunteers ... more

Estelle and a Legend sing at the Mobos

24.09.08
London singer Estelle will lead an international cast at the Mobos next month following her nomination for five awards... more

Annie, Jude and friends give peace a chance

22.09.08
Peace One Day's charity gig always walks a fine line between being entertaining and trying not to have too much fun.... more

Stars come out for Obama as Hollywood moves to Denver for candidate's historic speech

29.08.08
First word on Barack Obama's historic nomination acceptance speech from a bevy of celebrities in attendance was decidedly partisan: 'It was excellent,' Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie said. 'It was amazing.' ... more

Estelle's big break

13.06.08
This homecoming was so nearly a glorious triumph for Estelle but she blew it by spending too long off stage, says John Aizlewood.... more

CDs of the week

23.05.08
Spiritualized, the imperious Al Green and bright new jazz star Esperanza Spalding are among this week's top CDs.... more

Estelle, the darling of British soul is back, thanks to U.S. rapper Kanye West

04.04.08
As a singer who writes her own songs and staunchly refuses to stick to just one style of music, Estelle Swaray is accustomed to taking risks. Her music spans hip-hop, soul, reggae and pop - and she is equally adept at whatever genre she turns her attention to. After a move to New York and a new album, she is now ready for her next challenge... more

Living the American dream

17.03.08
The soulful singer/rapper talks frankly to Zena Alkayat about her musical resurrection after quitting Britain and moving to the US to mix with the hip-hop big boys.... more

Off the record

07.03.08
David Smyth talks to London rapper Taio Cruz about making it big in America and reveals what Billy Bragg is doing behind bars.... more

Amy Winehouse celebrates Grammys by visiting husband Blake in prison

11.02.08
Amy Winehouse celebrated cleaning up at the Grammys with a visit to Pentonville Jail. The 24-year-old troubled star went to see husband Blake Civil-Fielder today after winning five awards at last night's ceremony. Winehouse, wearing jeans and red high heels, looked healthier than ever as she appears to have put on weight since checking into a rehab clinic last month... more

He'll go the distance

24.09.07
Singer/songwriter Fink has come up with a set of deeply personal songs full of simmering tension for his new album.... more

Madonna recycles her power

09.07.07
Madonna was the headline act for Live Earth at Wembley Stadium and her sheer force provided the event with a much-needed focus... more

Madonna stars in global eco extravaganza

10.04.07
Madonna, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Razorlight are among the acts which have signed up to play in the Live Earth concert at the new Wembley Stadium on 7 July.... more

Off the record: David Smyth

16.03.07
David Smyth ponders over Starbucks' move into the music business, the coffee company's imminent signing of Paul McCartney, and Steven Seagal's upcoming Shepherds Bush Empire gig.... more

Legend's gospel soul tames wild rappers

03.10.06
Cool, confident John Legend provided faultless music and a lot of energy, but didn't always engage with the audience at the Royal Albert Hall, says Chris Elwell-Sutton.... more

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