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Introducing the French fancy: Charlie Winston

11.09.09

Singer-songwriter Charlie Winston has the Frogs' legs tapping... more

Bubbleology: Bubble blowing craze hits London

10.08.09

They are the star turn at festivals — somewhere between art and science, bubble-blowing is everywhere in London ... more

Beautiful setting for WOMAD Festival

27.07.09

The WOMAD Festival provides the perfect opportunity to see some star names and encounter something new.... more

Talks are the new gigs

13.07.09

Liz Hoggard has the lowdown on a conference that attracts the likes of Bill Clinton, Bono and Bill Gates... more

France's latest superstar of pop ... and he's an Englishman

08.07.09

For 10 years he travelled Britain playing pubs and clubs to tiny audiences, trying in vain to make his name in the music business... more

What does happiness mean to you?

22.06.09

A campaign to help people learn the art of happiness is set to be launched. The woman behind it explains why now especially we all need a smile... more

Off the record: My pop odyssey

20.03.09

It's a strange trip from Animal Collective to Leonard Cohen as David Smyth takes a tour of the new online music recommendation services.... more

Thousands to march through London over Middle East conflict

09.01.09

Thousands of protesters will take to the streets this weekend in demonstrations over Israel's assault on Gaza... more

CDs of the week

12.12.08

The Kinks and Genesis bring out box sets, Ry Cooder's record is wildly eclectic and Dominic Alldis releases Scenes We Once Knew.... more

Off the record: It’s the hip-hop President

14.11.08

America’s biggest stars have found a kindred spirit in Barack Obama, says David Smyth.... 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

CDs of the week

29.08.08

Brian Wilson rehashes the Beach Boys, James Yorkston puts out a hypnotic album and Charles Lloyd is captured on record.... more

Off the record

29.08.08

Portico Quartet are the surprise on this year's album of the year shortlist, and their vibrant sound could make them the winners in 10 days' time.... more

Former Genesis frontman Peter Gabriel becomes dad for fourth time aged 58

11.07.08

Peter Gabriel has become a father for the fourth time at the age of 58. ... more

Kate Middleton parties without William at Mandela's birthday concert... but still has plenty of male admirers

28.06.08

Kate Middleton was surrounded by male admirers last night as she joined thousands of revellers at Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday concert in Hyde Park. Kate attended the gig without Prince William.... more

Clapton and Police head Hyde Park concerts

28.01.08

Rock legends Eric Clapton and The Police are to headline a star-studded concert in Hyde Park this summer.... more

Off the record

25.01.08

David Smyth discusses Juno, the Oscar-nominated comedy that has a soundtrack that deserves an award itself.... more

Global rockers make magic in the mud

30.07.07

Creator Peter Gabriel performed a dazzling set of his biggest hits at the 25th anniversary of the Womad Festival.... more

Fossilised Genesis rock still has sparkle

09.07.07

At their first London concert featuring Phil Collins in 15 years, Genesis seemed under no illusions about the chances of the band attracting a new, young audience.... more

Critic's choice: top 5 gigs

21.06.07

David Smyth gives us his top five gigs happening in London this weekend including Hyde Park Calling, Jarvis Cocker and Bon Jovi at the O2 Arena.... more

Off the record: David Smyth

15.06.07

David Rothenberg has awacky theory about why birds sing - and he has already convinced Jarvis and Damon. ... more

The nobody who won a Novello

01.06.07

David Smyth this week looks at guitarist-turned-singer Scott Matthews, some downloadable White Stripes and Kanye West's latest eclectic offering.... more

Arctic Monkeys claim songsmith gong

25.05.07

The Arctic Monkeys, Amy Winehouse, Madonna, Sir Elton John, Norman Cook and The Feeling were among the winners at the 52nd Ivor Novello Awards.... more

Off the record: David Smyth

04.05.07

David Smyth discusses the new series of Later ... with Jools Holland, a family reunion, rock star Iggy Pop's possible appearance at the Chelsea Flower Show and the latest on the internet. ... more

Your ultimate guide to summer festivals

04.04.07

Glastonbury sold out in 90 minutes, but all is not lost. There are dozens of other fantastic music events, says David Smyth. And you can still get tickets - just.... more

Genesis announce new tour

07.11.06

Genesis have announced they are re-forming for their first tour together in 15 years. The band will play a money-spinning series of stadium gigs across Europe next summer.... more

Downloads of the week

03.11.06

Two of the world's biggest bands unite for Music Rising, cult music show The Tube returns in barely recognisable guise and MIA is offering the first fruits of her next album as a free download.... more

Elder statesmen, but Oasis are still bad boys

30.10.06

Oasis joined the rock establishment at the Q magazine awards, but Liam Gallagher failed to turn up fuelling speculation he was in a sulk.... more

The street sound of Bleep

04.10.06

Bleep.com, an independent website set up in Kentish Town, has beaten the mighty iTunes and Napster to take a top download music award.... more

Muse and Thom top the digital pops

04.10.06

Muse and Thom Yorke were the big winners at the BT Digital Music Awards. Each collected two trophies at the fifth annual ceremony dedicated to digital music entertainment.... more