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A benefit concert titled 'Together for Palestine' is scheduled at Wembley Arena on September 17, organized by Brian Eno to support Palestinian aid, featuring performances from prominent artists like Damon Albarn, King Krule, and PinkPantheress, with proceeds donated to humanitarian groups, emphasizing cultural expression and solidarity.
Blur's performance at Coachella, their first major North American show in nine years, was met with an unenthusiastic crowd, prompting frontman Damon Albarn to express disappointment and declare "You're never seeing us again." Despite the upcoming second weekend performance, Albarn's remarks cast doubt on the band's future, with the group previously commenting on the festival's attendees being "on their own planet."
Jack Antonoff defends Taylor Swift's songwriting, comparing questioning it to challenging someone's faith in God, and slams Damon Albarn for his comments. He also criticizes Kanye West, saying he wouldn't take his call and that West "just needs his diaper changed so badly." Antonoff's comments come as Swift announced a surprise upcoming album, "The Tortured Poets Department," which is set to debut on April 19.
Blur frontman Damon Albarn has announced that the band is going on hiatus again, stating that it's "too much" for him. The recent reunion, which resulted in their ninth studio album, The Ballad of Darren, has come to an end. Albarn did leave the possibility of future reunions open, but emphasized that he is not dwelling on the past. He also mentioned upcoming projects, including an opera in Paris and a new Gorillaz album. Meanwhile, guitarist Graham Coxon will be touring with The Waeve as openers for Elbow's 2024 U.K. arena tour.
Damon Albarn, frontman of Blur, has announced that the band's reunion is over, at least for now, following the completion of their recent tour. Albarn expressed gratitude for the experience but stated that he is not dwelling on the past. He revealed plans to work on a new Gorillaz record in India and is also writing an opera set to debut in Paris next year.
Damon Albarn has announced that Blur will be going back on hiatus after their recent album release and tour, stating that it's "too much" for him. Albarn will be focusing on the next Gorillaz album and an opera he has written, while Blur guitarist Graham Coxon will be touring with The Waeve.
Blur has released their first new song in eight years, "The Narcissist," which will appear on their upcoming album, The Ballad of Darren, set to release on July 21. The band worked with producer James Ford on the album, which will be available digitally and on CD and vinyl. The album is described as an "aftershock record" and a reflection on where the band is now. Blur will also be touring across Europe this summer.
Blur has announced their first album in eight years, The Ballad of Darren, which will be released on July 14th. The album's lead single, "The Narcissist," is out now. The album was produced by James Ford and is described by frontman Damon Albarn as a reflection on the current state of the world. Blur will also embark on their first tour since 2015, with shows in the UK, Europe, Japan, and South America.