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OpenRock ear buds reviewed

Price slashed on hi-tech OpenRock sport earbuds that impressed me

Who from the '80s has had a profound influence on musicians of recent years, including Justin Timberlake, Gerard Way and Karen O?

11 musicians from the 1980s that helped shaped the charts today

Shokz brand has marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge as an ambassador and makes OpenFit Air earbuds

I tested open ear headphones by brand endorsed by top marathon runner

Bang and Olufsen products are sought-after

How savvy shoppers can bag huge savings on coveted Bang & Olufsen tech

Before the Battle of Britpop between Oasis and Blur, another distinctively British music feud occured years earlier between The Cure's Robert Smith and Morrissey.

What led to the feud between The Cure's Robert Smith and Morrissey?

Prime Big Deal Days are happening soon

Amazon is offering its Prime membership free for a month -

Ocean Colour Scene have announced a UK wide tour to commence March 2025.

Ocean Colour Scene announce extensive UK tour for 2025

This is the best deal we've seen on a Fire Stick - but it won't last for long

Amazon Fire TV Sticks are the cheapest we've seen them

Venues that saw gigs from hallowed artists such as The Jesus and Mary Chain (pictured) have been lost over time, with Glasgow's The Shed the latest venue to close its doors.

15 music venues loved and lost in Scotland

I tried the Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds - they offer a lot of bang for your buck

Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds offer a lot of bang for your buck

Wet Wet Wet have announced a new tour for 2025, but one that is set to take place across two halves.

Wet Wet Wet announce 2025 UK tour: dates, ticketing info and support

The tour will see M People’s Heather Small as special guest support for most dates 🎶

Benjamin Jackson

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AI predicts what will happen in the 2024 John Lewis Christmas advert

A poll of 2,000 motorists found a whopping 86 per cent have been in control of a vehicle while tired at some point

Millions of drivers admit getting behind the wheel when tired

Dua Lipa’s world tour announcement has left some UK fans stunned over a lack of additional locations outside of London and Liverpool.

Fans left fuming over apparent Dua Lipa "snub" after tour announcement

Top L: Lord Huron, Bottom L: Noah Kahan with YouTube logo. Photos: Getty Images

I left YouTube on autoplay for an hour and this was the result

Reporter Alison Brinkworth during a wild swim at Wild With Nature in Norfolk

I'm a wild swimmer and these products impressed me

Adele performing at Hyde Park in July 2022.

Watch: Adele announces she will take indefinite break from music

Liam and Noel Gallagher on stage in San Francisco in 1997 (Photo: Dave Hogan/Getty Images)

Oasis ticket prices revealed for Dublin - how much UK gigs could cost

Liam and Noal Gallagher (Photo: Dave Hogan/Getty Images)

Oasis 2025 reunion: your rights if the Gallagher brothers split

Devices like the Ring Doorbell and smart speakers are heavily discounted

Amazon has slashed the price of its smart tech for a limited time only

A lot has changed since the last time Oasis played a gig together in 2009. Photo: Getty Images

9 things that didn’t exist last time Oasis played a show

Liam and Noel Gallagher are to go on tour as Oasis again (Photo by Brian Rasic/Getty Images)

SeeTickets issues update on Oasis ticket rules and resale warning

Noel and Liam Gallagher on the 'Che Tempo Che Fa' Italian TV Show in 2008 (Photo: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)

Oasis reunion 2025: 7 tips to get the best prices and deals on hotels

The View lives up to its name

Boardmasters 2024: Cornish coast festival shines once again

Los Bitchos at Boardmasters 2024

Los Bitchos: Colombian folk music thrives in upbeat Newquay set

TMA-2 Move Wireless headphones. Photo: AIAIAI/ Matt Mohan-Hickson

5 reasons to pick up these affordable high-end headphones

Bilk's Sol Abraham

Boardmasters 2024: Bilk’s Sol Abrahams reflects on Cornish experience

Maisy Grace at Boardmasters 2024

Maisy Grace chats career so far and privilege of playing Boardmasters

“Music is a language that anyone can speak. It hits everyone in such a different way”

Patrick Hollis

Corella enjoying the sunshine at Boardmasters

Boardmasters 2024: Corella talk conquering Cornwall and repping North

With Sabrina Carpenter tickets in hot demand, what helpful tips by an expert can help you avoid losing money and, even worse - losing out seeing Carpenter on her UK tour?

Explainer Avoiding being scammed for tickets with these 7 online safety tips

Music fans reveal their ultimate travel bucket list

[Top to bottom] Bob Dylan, Chappell Roan and Jamie Cullum are just some of the artists set to perform in Scotland before the end of 2024.

What huge concerts are coming to Scotland before the end of 2024?

JLB Clip 4. Photo: Amazon/ JLB

4 of the best portable speakers for summer - according to Amazon users

The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus is one of the most powerful portable speakers on the market

Review: We test an outdoor sound system that's great for parties

AirPods are in Amazon Prime Day deal. (Photo by Stephen Lam/Getty Images)

7 reasons to grab Apple AirPods as Amazon slashes prices in Prime Day

Calvin Harris is set to bring TRNSMT 2024 to a close tomorrow, as he headlines Sunday evening; but what could he perform? (Credit: Getty Images for Guinness)

Predicted setlist & weather as Calvin Harris closes TRNSMT 2024

Courteeners are back with brand new music (Photo: Michael Clement)

Courteeners announce huge UK tour - how to get tickets

Sonos Ace review

Sonos Ace review: why these headphones are the best I've tried

Liam Gallagher returns to Glasgow Green to headline TRNSMT 2024 on Friday - but will the weather hold out for his performance? (Credit: Getty Images)

What could Liam Gallagher perform as he headlines TRNSMT 2024?

Full guide to Kylie Minogue’s huge UK show including set times

Shania Twain invites 81 year old superfan, Ken, on stage during her set at Lytham Festival.

Watch: Shania Twain invites 81-year-old superfan on stage

Elton John is auctioning off some of his and his friend's personal wardrobe to raise money for the Elton John AIDS Foundation - including some very rare Gucci items (Credit: Getty/Elton John AIDS Foundation/Matchfire)

Bid on some pre-loved items and support Elton John’s AIDS Foundation

Del Amitri have added a series of tour dates in England for Winter 2024, adding to those already announced in Scotland (Credit: Provided)

Scottish legends Del Amitri announce more dates for Winter 2024 tour

Dua Lipa performing on stage during the Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset.

How to see Glastonbury's best acts on tour near you

An estimated 200,000 people attended Glastonbury Festival 2024. (Photo: OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

My five health tips on recovering from Glastonbury

This will help you bounce back 🎼

Sarah McCann

(Photos: Getty Images/Alex Nelson)

How I replicate Glastonbury Festival at home for less than a tenner

Paul Heaton has announced a UK album tour for late 2024 in support of his new record, "The Mighty Several," due for release on October 11 2024 (Credit: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Paul Heaton announces UK tour - full dates and how to get tickets

As the gates are set to open on Wednesday for the 2024 Glastonbury Festival, there is still talk about who the "TBA" is set to be performing on the Woodsies Stage on Saturday (Credit: Getty Images)

Who is the bookies’ favourite to perform a secret set at Glastonbury?

Kate Nash released her fifth studio album on June 21 2024, but is "9 Sad Symphonies" worth more than one listen for your Sunday afternoon? (Credit: Alice Baxley/Kill Rock Stars)

I listened to Kate Nash's new album - here's my verdict

Crowded House has announced a whistlestop tour of the UK for October 2024, in celebration of the release of their latest studio album, Gravity Stairs" (Credit: Crowded House)

Multi-platinum selling rock band announce UK tour this autumn

The Decemberists have released their ninth studio album, "As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again," with reviewer Benjamin Jackson believing it could be the most accessible work for newer fans to discover Colin Meloy (far right) and company (Credit: The Decemberists)

Is The Decemberists' “As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again” any good?

Do bring sunscreen and weather-appropriate clothing but forget about bringing your disposable vapes. What is fine to bring to Glastonbury Festival 2024 and what should you leave at home? (Credit: Getty Images/Canva)

Full list of banned items ahead of Glastonbury Festival 2024

Brandon Flowers of The Killers, taken at their show on June 12 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. (Credit: Chris Phelps)

Last minute tickets and set list as The Killers hit the road next week

Benjamin Jackson shares his experiences as a Download Festival reveller of yesteryear - so what's his advice on plastic bottle fights and "overindulgence"? (Credit: Getty/Provided)

I'm a Download veteran - these are the biggest mistakes revellers make Benjamin Jackson

Metal fans are making their way to Donnington this week ahead of the Download Festival, celebrating its 21st anniversary. But as bands begin to pull out over sponsorship links, how has now affected this year's set and stage times? (Credit: Getty Images)

Amended set times for major UK festival as bands pull out over sponsor