Rod Stewart to play Glastonbury 2025 legends slot: ‘I’m more than able to pleasure and titillate’

79-year-old pop veteran, fresh from UK No 1 album this year, will follow in the footsteps of Dolly Parton and Lionel Richie in much-loved Sunday teatime slot

Elmiene, Good Neighbours and Myles Smith make up all-male Brits Rising Star shortlist

The last male artist to win the prize, which tips British acts for pop success, was Sam Fender in 2019

‘Charles had just bought a mean-looking Chevrolet’: how War made Low Rider

‘Our frontman walked into the studio, sat down with a bottle of tequila, salt and a lemon, listened to the track and started singing in a low voice’

‘Hatsune Miku has a special part in my heart’: the 16-year-old pop sensation who does not exist

Miku is a ‘Vocaloid’ – a holographic avatar that represents a digital bank of vocal samples – and performs sellout tours for thousands of very real mega-fans

Anohni review – uniquely gifted interpreter pays homage to mentor Lou Reed

On this special night, Anohni reveals her rarely heard talents as a covers artist as she expands the boundaries and musicality of beloved – and obscure – Reed songs

Zayn review – shy star lets his hypnotic vocals do the talking

Malik sips tea and hesitantly delivers an intimate, accomplished set – and pays tribute to former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne

The Memoir: Part One by Cher – a gutsy tale of showbiz survival

The first chapter of the superstar performer’s recollections is full-blooded and hearty, but only hints at her real persona

Vic Flick obituary

Guitarist and composer who played the James Bond theme, and later worked with pop stars such as Paul McCartney and Shirley Bassey

Rufus Wainwright: ‘I had a great party trick, but it once blew up in my face’

The singer-songwriter on his most memorable fan, his love of Chappell Roan, and his close friend and nemesis Jake Shears

MJ Lenderman review – a shooting star from the American south

Showcasing new album Manning Fireworks, the North Carolina indie rising star seals his reputation as a slacker guitar hero who knows exactly what he’s doing

One to watch: Yoo Doo Right

The Canadian post-rockers channel their political concerns into thrilling krautrock-inspired noise

As Band Aid marks 40th anniversary critics take aim at Africa stereotypes

Latest version of Do They Know It’s Christmas fundraiser reignites debate about ‘problematic’ lyrics and imagery

Peter Sinfield obituary

Lyricist, record producer and co-founder of the prog rock band King Crimson

Kim Deal: Nobody Loves You More review – a solo debut worth waiting for

The Pixies and Breeders musician’s distinctive touch is ever present on a set that spans heartbreak, good times and strident guitars

Poppy Ajudha: Poppy review – frank lyrics elevate soulful, funky love songs

The singer-songwriter cycles through many moods, finding hope and complication in her search for love and meaning