The synth-pop duo’s singles across the past 35 years are collected on a gamechanging compilation. We dive in and take stock of a landmark pop release. Rating: 10/10 When Classic… The post Exclusive first review: Pet Shop Boys – SMASH appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
Summer Sale: Get 3 issues for £3!
Our Summer Sale is here! Give Classic Pop a go this summer and you’ll get your first 3 issues of the magazine for £3 – that’s just £1 per issue! With each issue packed… The post Summer Sale: Get 3 issues for £3! appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
Highly collectible signed test pressings to go to auction on 6 June
Rare test pressings by over 160 artists are to go to auction in aid of The BRIT Trust on 6 June, 11.00am. The collection includes signed LPs by Bryan Ferry,… The post Highly collectible signed test pressings to go to auction on 6 June appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
Tina Turner dies aged 83
Tina Turner, who has died at the age of 83, was one of the most important and influential music stars of the 20th century. A performer since the 1960s, she… The post Tina Turner dies aged 83 appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
Father’s Day Sale
Father’s Day is fast approaching here in the UK, and nothing makes a better gift than a magazine subscription – whether you’re making someone else’s day or dropping a heavy… The post Father’s Day Sale appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars: The Motion Picture returning to cinemas
July 3, 1973 – David Bowie retired Ziggy Stardust, his most celebrated alter-ego, in front of 5000 disbelieving fans onstage at London’s Hammersmith Odeon. Fifty years later, Ziggy will finally… The post David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars: The Motion Picture returning to cinemas appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
ABBA re-release debut album Ring Ring on its 50th anniversary
ABBA’s debut album Ring Ring has been re-released today. You can now order the album here. Reaching record shops in Sweden on 26 March 1973, Ring Ring offered a wealth of… The post ABBA re-release debut album Ring Ring on its 50th anniversary appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
The Smiths’ Andy Rourke dies, aged 59
Andy Rourke, bassist for The Smiths, has died aged 59. The news was announced by guitarist Johnny Marr on social media this morning (19 May). It is with deep sadness… The post The Smiths’ Andy Rourke dies, aged 59 appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
Blur announce surprise new album The Ballad Of Darren
Blur have announced a surprise new studio album, The Ballad Of Darren, set for release on 21 July. Appearing on Steve Lamacq’s 6Music show, the band previewed the new album… The post Blur announce surprise new album The Ballad Of Darren appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.
Kylie Minogue releases new single Padam Padam ahead of upcoming Tension album
Pic credit: Erik Melvin Kylie Minogue has released a new single to kick off the campaign for forthcoming 16th studio album Tension. Produced by Lostboy (Griff, Anne-Marie, Tiesto), new… The post Kylie Minogue releases new single Padam Padam ahead of upcoming Tension album appeared first on Classic Pop Magazine.