The Featured Artists Coalition and Amazon Music announce awardees for 2024’s Step Up Fund - Music news - NewsLocker (2024)

The Featured Artists Coalition have announced the ten awardees for 2024’s Step Up Fund, with Amazon Music. Check them out below.
Established in 2022 to counteract the growing financial and structural challenges facing upcoming, independent artists in the UK, the Step Up Fund has so far helped 31 artists through grants and mentorships.
Among previous awardees are Amie Blu, Chalk, Cherise, Declan Welsh & The Decadent West, Elkka, Friedberg, Jalen Ngonda, Joel Culpepper and VUKOVI.
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Kanye West says Beyoncé should “let Jay-Z cheat” in newly-released interview clip

Kanye West has said that Beyoncé should allow Jay-Z to cheat on her in a newly shared interview, originally recorded in 2022.READ MORE:Who Is Beyoncé’s “Becky With The Good Hair”? An NME InvestigationWhile speaking to controversial right-wing pundit Candace Owens, West, now known as Ye, said that “Beyoncé needs to let [Jay-Z] go get some puss*,” while discussing his former friend and collaborator. West was interviewed by Owens for her podc

‘A Tragedy Was Prevented’: Details Emerge About Thwarted Terror Plot at Taylor Swift’s Vienna Shows

London authorities to ramp up security measures ahead of the Eras Tour's stop at Wembley Stadium next week

Paul McCartney and Wings’ ‘One Hand Clapping’ Film to Get Wide Release

Screenings, which include a new introduction from the artist, begin next month

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Paul McCartney announces “captivating” screenings for rare Wings documentary, ‘One Hand Clapping’

Paul McCartney has announced “captivating” screenings of Wings‘ rare documentary film One Hand Clapping. Find out more below.READ MORE: The Beatles: Get Backreview: Peter Jackson’s long and winding but utterly unmissable epicAnnounced today (August 8), the project offers fans an opportunity to step back into 1974, when the McCartney-led band were working on the live studio album ‘One Hand Clapping’.
The album was recorded back in August of that year, whi

Kanye West blames alcohol for anti-semitic “DEFCON” tweet: “It turns us grey”

Kanye West has said alcohol was to blame for an anti-Semitic tweet he posted in 2022.
The rapper was accused of antisemitism in 2022, following a series of posts on Twitter/X and Instagram, which saw his accounts on both social media sites be suspended. In one post West, now known as Ye, wrote: “I’m a bit sleepy tonight but when I wake up I’m going death con 3 On JEWISH PEOPLE.”
In a newly-shared interview, which was recorded in 2022, West alleged that he was under the in

Teen confesses to terror plot at Taylor Swift show in Vienna, officials say “tragedy was prevented”

A 19-year-old man has confessed to planning a terror attack at one of Taylor Swift’s shows in Vienna, and authorities have confirmed that a “tragedy was prevented” with his arrest.
All three of the pop star’s shows in Vienna were cancelled earlier this week, after it was revealed that two people had been arrested for allegedly plotting a terror attack during the gigs.
The ‘Midnights’ singer was set to play at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium tonight (Thursd

Listen to The Smile’s trippy new single ‘Don’t Get Me Started’

The Smile have announced a brand new track called ‘Don’t Get Me Started’. Check it out below, along with the accompanying music video.READ MORE: The Smile live in London: a jazz-punk adventure in an entirely new world to RadioheadShared officially today (August 8), the new track comes following the band announcing a surprise 12” vinyl with two new songs last week.
The band – comprised of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood alongside Sons Of Kemet drumme

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Kelly Lee Owens shares dazzling new single ‘Sunshine’, announces 2024 UK and European tour

Kelly Lee Owens has shared a new single, ‘Sunshine’, and announced a UK and European tour for 2024. Find all the details below.READ MORE: Soundtrack Of My Life: Kelly Lee OwensThe song is the second preview of the Welsh musician and producer’s fourth studio album, ‘Dreamstate’, which is out on October 18 via dh2 – the electronic imprint spearheaded by George Daniel via The 1975’s label, Dirty Hit.
‘Sunshine’ – a dazzling and optimistic

Police to “make decisions” about Taylor Swift’s London shows following Vienna terror threat

Scotland Yard has revealed that it is looking to make a decision about the upcoming Taylor Swift shows at Wembley Stadium, following a foiled terror threat planned for her Vienna gigs.
After playing three sold out nights at the London venue back in June, pop star Swift is set to return to the UK capital later this month for five more shows – featuring support from Raye, Holly Humberstone, Suki Waterhouse and Paramore.
However, now that three of her shows in Vienna have been cancelled

Ryan Tedder urges Mimi Webb to scrap songs if they 'take too long' to write

OneRepublic singer Ryan Tedder has advised Mimi Webb to scrap songs if they "take too long" to figure out.

Orville Peck insists country fans are more 'open minded' than Nashville music industry

Orville Peck has insisted country music fans are more "open-minded" than they get credit for by the industry.

Entertainment world reacts to UK anti-racism protests: “We must not remain silent”

The world of entertainment has responded after thousands of anti-racism protestors have rallied together in cities across the UK, following countless anti-immigrant riots breaking out across the country.READ MORE: Massive Attack, Nova Twins and more react to far-right riots across UK: “This is more than ‘thuggery’, it is violent racism”Rioting was sparked last week following the fatal stabbing of three children at a Taylor Swift-inspired dance class in Southport. Soon aft

Artist behind iconic David Bowie album covers creates new work for “innovative” War Child exhibition

George Underwood, the artist behind some of David Bowie‘s most iconic album covers, has donated a new painting to an upcoming War Child charity exhibition. Find more details below.READ MORE:David Bowie’s earliest years –as told by the people who knew him bestWar Child, the charity that provides support to children and their families in conflict zones across 15 countries, announced ‘Sound & Vision’ — “an innovative fundraising exhibition a

Bloc Party’s Kele pays homage to London with new solo single ‘Hometown Edge’

Bloc Party frontman Kele has shared a new solo single called ‘Hometown Edge’ – you can listen to it below.
The glitchy, electronic-leaning track follows the singer – full name Kele Okereke – on a debauched nighttime journey through London, beginning at Bethnal Green. “Take me, take me, take me to the West End,” he sings after hailing a cab.READ MORE:Bloc Party on ‘Alpha Games’: “We’re not the same band now. The chemistry is

Rod Stewart 'gutted' to cancel 200th Las Vegas show

The British singer has revealed he's battling strep throat.

Nelly arrested for possession of ecstasy and no proof of insurance

Nelly has reportedly been arrested for possession of ecstasy pills and being without insurance.
According to NBC NewsNelly, real name Cornell Haynes II, was arrested in Maryland Heights, a suburb of St. Louis in the US state of Missouri, on Wednesday (August 7) at 4:45am.
The rapper was taken to the Maryland Heights Police Department by the state patrol, where he was arrestedon a failure-to-appear warrant stemming from a traffic charge in the suburb. He was also charged with possessi

Lauryn Hill and the Fugees confirm fate of UK and Europe tour after axing North American dates

Lauryn Hill and the Fugees have addressed their scrapped North American tour dates, and what it means for their UK and Europe shows.

Kesha will re-record TiK ToK once she can legally do so

Kesha has confirmed plans to re-record her debut single 'TiK ToK' once she has the "legal rights" to do so.

Drake originally wanted Future to feature on ‘Hotline Bling’

Drake has revealed that he originally wanted Future to collaborate with him on his hit 2015 song ‘Hotline Bling’.READ MORE: Drake – ‘For All The Dogs’ review: banger-less, bitter and deeply midIt was revealed as the Canadian rapper shared 100GB (gigabytes) worth of data earlier this week, including previously unseen footage and three new songs.
Elsewhere on the new website, titled 100gigs.org, numerous videos were shared, including some that were recorded around the

The Weeknd announces return to Halloween Horror Nights with “nightmare trilogy”

The Weeknd has announced he’ll be returning to Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood with a new haunted house. Check out more details below.READ MORE:The Weeknd –‘Dawn FM’ review: soulful star meets a new day with hope and hindsightIn 2022, the singer launched two haunted houses at the theme park, which were based on the visuals and aesthetics from his 2019 album ‘After Hours‘ — a record inspired by various horror and science-fiction f

Austrian Chancellor Calls Taylor Swift Concert Cancelation ‘a Bitter Disappointment’

Karl Nehammer released a statement following the news that the singer's three Vienna shows couldn't go ahead after a terror threat

Kesha plans to re-record Tik Tok with P. Diddy lyric change

The singer-songwriter celebrated the 15th anniversary of the hit track on Wednesday.

Stephen Curry Weighs in on Drake Feud With Kendrick Lamar: ‘I’m a Big Drake Guy’

Lamar name-dropped the basketball player in his recent song "Meet The Grahams"

CUBE Entertainment confirms (G)I-DLE’s Soyeon’s contract expires in November, says renewal discussions are underway

K-pop agency CUBE Entertainment has shared that leader and producer Soyeon of its girl group (G)I-DLE’s contract is set to expire this November.READ MORE: ARTMS on putting together their 2024 ‘Moonshot’ world tour: “We really wanted to perfect everything”Last weekend, the five-member group held their ‘iDOL’ world tour concert in Seoul. During the show, Soyeon performed her solo song ‘Is this bad b****** number?’ in which she rapped the new ly

Stray Kids Get Sticky in ‘Ghostbusters’-Inspired Video for ‘JJAM’

The K-Pop group's latest album, ATE, recently hit Number One on the Billboard Top 200

The Vamps needed 'a bit more space' before they could celebrate their 10th anniversary

The Vamps "needed a bit of space" from each other so they come back stronger for their 10th anniversary tour.

Noel Gallagher's update on an Oasis reunion leads to boos

Singer-songwriter Noel Gallagher was booed after he told fans at the Y Not Festival there will not be an Oasis reunion in 2025 or 2026, but he took the reaction as a "compliment".

NCT’s Jaehyun teases first solo album in suave new trailer

NCT vocalist Jaehyun has released a teaser for his upcoming solo album ‘J’.READ MORE: ARTMS on putting together their 2024 ‘Moonshot’ world tour: “We really wanted to perfect everything”On August 8 at midnight KST, the K-pop singer surprised fans with a trailer clip titled ‘The Smoky Night’. The visual features Jaehyun taking flowers from a greenhouse. Changing into a formal suit, the singer then places the flowers in a freezer filled with other fr

Stray Kids get their hands dirty in eclectic ‘JJAM’ music video

K-pop boy band Stray Kids have released a music video for their song ‘JJAM’ from their July mini-album ‘ATE’.READ MORE: Stray Kids live in London: K-pop boyband conquer with fierce, flawless setThe horror-inspired ‘JJAM’ visual features the members investigating strange supernatural happenings that have been leaving behind stains and puddles resembling blood and ectoplasm. As they follow the clues, they arrive at a locker filled with jam jars, and an unseen cr