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New milestones for soaring Lewis

As he prepares for his much-anticipated Glastonbury set this weekend, Scottish singer songwriter Lewis Capaldi, has firmly cemented his position as the UK’s biggest breakthrough star of 2019.

Distinctive collab heralds Michael Kiwanuka return

One of the most distinctive voices in British music is back with Michael Kiwanuka sharing his new single Money, a collaboration with South London musician Tom Misch.

Island pull out the stops for the return of Keane

Island have left no stone unturned for the return of one of Britain’s best-loved bands, Keane, who are back with new music ahead of the September release of their fifth album Cause And Effect.

TIM album continues the legacy of Avicii

Honouring the wishes of Avicii’s family, Virgin EMI have released the music Tim was working on before his passing. The 12- track record “TIM” continues Avicii’s legacy as one of the most beloved and respected figures in music.

Chase & Status RTRN II JUNGLE

Virgin EMI have been embracing all things jungle for today’s release of drum & bass stalwarts Chase & Status’s fifth album, RTRN II JUNGLE.

Lewis outsells Top 10 to reach number one

Following chart-topping success with his single Someone You Loved, Virgin EMI’s Lewis Capaldi has done it again after emphatically securing the top spot on the Official Albums Chart with Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent. In doing so, the album outsold the rest of the Top 10 combined.

Virgin EMI set to launch Rocketman

Another blockbuster soundtrack is looming with Virgin EMI preparing for the May 24 release of Rocketman, the music from Elton John’s epic musical fantasy motion picture.

Bastille prepare for Doom Days

The wait for Bastille fans is almost over following the band’s announcement of their third album, Doom Days, which will be released by Virgin EMI on June 14.

Mo stacks up streams ahead of debut album

Following a flurry of teasers on social media, North London’s rising star MoStack has finally announced the release of his highly anticipated debut album, Stacko, out June 7 via Virgin EMI.

Mabel is set to deliver on High Expectations

With more than 500m global track streams across a string of hits, Mabel is set to release her debut album for Polydor on July 12.

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