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Only The Poets frontman says axing Reading’s BBC Introducing stage is ‘such a shame’

Only The Poets singer Tommy Longhurst says it's "such a shame" that Reading Festival has axed the BBC Introducing stage.
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Sparks won’t make music that isn’t ‘cool’

Sparks "feel an obligation" to continue making high-quality music. The 'This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us'...

Spark refuse to become a nostalgia act

Sparks refuse to “rely on past”. The ‘This Town Ain’t Big Enough for the Both Of Us’ hitmakers...

Sparks to play two shows at London’s Royal Albert Hall in 2023

Sparks are to play two shows at the Royal Albert Hall in London. The American pop and rock duo...

Sparks hits the studio to start work on new album

Sparks have started work on their next album. The American art rock duo - comprising brothers Ron and Russell...

Edgar Wright glad Sparks trust him with documentary

Edgar Wright is "proud" Sparks are trusting him to tell their story. The 46-year-old filmmaker - who has worked...

Sparks enjoy music-making more now than in 70s

Sparks have more fun "musically" now than they did in their heyday. The pop rock duo - comprised of brothers Ron and Russell Mael -...

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