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Here are the nominees for The Breakthrough Award, supported by the Roundhouse, at the Rolling Stone UK Awards 2026
Here’s the stars who left their own indelible mark on 2026
TV Features
Fighting talk: Anthony Joshua is gearing up for the biggest twelve rounds of his life
11 December 2026 will be a big night for British boxing, as two-time unified heavyweight boxing world champion Anthony Joshua faces fellow British heavyweight Tyson Fury in the ring for the very first time. In the only interview before the fight, Rolling Stone UK speaks to Joshua as he looks forward to this long-anticipated clash of two heavyweight titans
Music Features
How the Faith tour defined George Michael’s sexual identity
Paula Abdul tells us about working with George Michael: “The goal was to make the choreography feel sexy and powerful, but also distinctly George.”
Music
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Here are the nominees for The Group Award, supported by Vyra, at the ZYN Rolling Stone UK Awards 2026
2026 has been a big year for the UK and Ireland’s biggest and boldest groups – we celebrate them here
Music Features
Meet Dermot Henry, the folk singer thriving off happy accidents
There’s a delightful freedom and looseness to ‘Bad Throw, Good Catch’, the funny but impactful debut album from this impressive young songwriter
Music Album Reviews
Spice Girls ‘The Singles Collection’ review: A tidal wave of remixes, some hidden gems – and a shout-out from Beyoncé
A Touch-era track with Victoria Beckham on lead vocal and messages of adulation from Charli xcx, Dua Lipa and Adele are among the surprises as the ‘90s icons celebrate 30 years in pop with a ‘handbag-inspired box’ of treats
Music News
Here are the nominees for The Breakthrough Award, supported by the Roundhouse, at the Rolling Stone UK Awards 2026
Here’s the stars who left their own indelible mark on 2026
Music Features
How the Faith tour defined George Michael’s sexual identity
Paula Abdul tells us about working with George Michael: “The goal was to make the choreography feel sexy and powerful, but also distinctly George.”
Music News
10 albums you need to hear this week
With music from Shygirl, Skepta, Royal Blood, La Roux, Kings of Leon and more
Features
Musicians on Musicians: Thom Yorke & Harry Styles
Two acclaimed artists go deep on songwriting secrets, the importance of not repeating yourself, and the magic of Radiohead
Madra Salach discuss the hunger at the heart of debut album ‘Gorta’
The Dublin band’s upcoming full-length debut uses the stories of mythical figures to connect the past and present of their homeland in powerful fashion. They tell Rolling Stone UK about making a record that dives into “the strange tapestry that is Irish history”
How Jennie and Kevin Parker’s Chance Encounter Led to One of the Year’s Biggest Hits
After teaming up for ‘Dracula,’ the Tame Impala mastermind and the Blackpink star talk about making hits, loving Rihanna, and how fate brought them together
Robyn and Zara Larsson Sound Off in Stockholm
Two generations of Swedish superstars get together in their home country to trade laughs and talk Madonna, misogyny, and making music on their terms
Film
Russell Brand Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Prison After Rape Conviction
The actor was also found guilty of three counts of sexual assault at his trial
Patrick Stewart, Beloved ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ Actor, Dead at 86
“We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace”
‘George Michael: The Faith Tour’ review: An extraordinary reminder of his talent
This new concert film, released ten years after George Michael’s death, is a timely reminder of his soaring talent.
Charli XCX to Cameo in Martin Scorsese’s New Horror Film With Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence
The artist will feature in the gothic film based on Peter Cameron’s novel, What Happens at Night
Paul Mescal, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Kneecap Sign Open Letter Against Sally Rooney Book Ban
“Sally Rooney is a writer, not a terrorist,” reads the letter also signed by Zadie Smith, Tilda Swinton, Kate Nash, and more
Asha Banks on carving her own world in music and film
Singer-songwriter and actress Asha Banks opens up about her “quietly visceral” new EP, ‘Bottled Up’, what she learned from audition rejection, and crossing paths with Holly Humberstone
Fontaines D.C. ‘Dopamine Chamber’ review: Dystopia has never sounded so glorious
After the surreal technicolour dreams of ‘Romance’, Fontaines D.C. have landed back on Earth to dissect our fractured reality. The result is something truly special.
Rachel Chinouriri ‘I Think I Spoke Too Soon’ review: Indie pop star turns her gaze inwards
On her accomplished second album, Rachel Chinouriri zooms in on universal scenarios and wraps them up as pop gems.
Troye Sivan live in London: A high-voltage fever dream
Inside Apple Music Hall, the tech giant’s spectacular new Battersea venue, the Australian pop star delivers an intimate, brilliantly choreographed performance that is as sensual as it is euphoric.
Keo ‘Put a Smile On for Me’ review: A brilliantly brutal debut album from rising rockers
Keo’s formidable live reputation translates into a firecracker of a debut album.
Reviews
TV
Russell Brand Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Prison After Rape Conviction
The actor was also found guilty of three counts of sexual assault at his trial
Fighting talk: Anthony Joshua is gearing up for the biggest twelve rounds of his life
11 December 2026 will be a big night for British boxing, as two-time unified heavyweight boxing world champion Anthony Joshua faces fellow British heavyweight Tyson Fury in the ring for the very first time. In the only interview before the fight, Rolling Stone UK speaks to Joshua as he looks forward to this long-anticipated clash of two heavyweight titans
Russell Brand Found Guilty in Rape Trial
The actor-comedian faced seven charges, including rape and sexual assault, from six women
Jimmy Kimmel Celebrates Midterm Election ‘Blue Tsunami’: ‘Now the Red Wedding Begins’
“Democrats took so many seats JD Vance can’t even find one to have sex with him tonight”
Patrick Stewart, Beloved ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ Actor, Dead at 86
“We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace”
Archie Renaux goes to ‘War’
Sky’s edgy new legal drama ‘War’ has a suave secret weapon: Archie Renaux