In today’s newsletter: ​Her songs have soundtracked first loves, heartbreaks and coming-of-age moments for millions,​ and fostered a rare kind of intimacy between artist and audience

In today’s newsletter: ​Her songs have soundtracked first loves, heartbreaks and coming-of-age moments for millions,​ and fostered a rare kind of intimacy between artist and audience

Nostalgic social media videos detailing Blair-Brown rivalry elicit cult following among young political fans

Why dressing up is now an essential part of the live music experience

Viewers have their say on the BBC’s television shows. Email your thoughts to [email protected]

Viewers have their say on the BBC’s television shows. Email your thoughts to [email protected]

The results are in – and the London borough of Camden is featured in more hit songs than any other place in the UK. Find out how your area compares with this interactive map

An interdisciplinary symposium exploring the intersections between between fandom, fan studies and library and information science.

Abstract deadline: June 10th 2025 In 2025 the Pokémon franchise will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its debut in Japan and the fifth anniversary of its popular worldwide AR cell phone game Pokém…

The fourth season of Stranger Things (2022) used Kate Bush’s 1985 single ‘Running up that Hill’ for a key narrative moment, propelling the song back into the charts. This resurgence also inspired n...

The results of the Music Fans’ Voice survey have been released providing a unique insight into the behaviours, perceptions, concerns, motivations and opinions of the UK’s live music concert goers. The results show support and enthusiasm for live music remains high but big concerns were expressed around ticketing policies, event cancellations, venue closures and the rising cost of living. This wide ranging initiative builds on…

A survey of more than 8,100 live-music fans in the UK forms the basis for a ‘Music Fans’ Voice’ report published this morning.