The Darkness singer/guitarist Justin Hawkins was the “unexpected star” on the latest episode of prime-time BBC series Michael McIntyre’s Big Show.
The unwitting Surrey-born frontman appeared on national TV on Saturday (February 8), playing The Darkness’ breakthrough hit I Believe In A Thing Called Love with his band.
However, he had no idea he was going to perform that night, with the programme instead leading him to believe he was playing a game of laser tag.
In a clip uploaded to TikTok by The Darkness, Hawkins is seen in a darkened room and happily goes down a fireman’s pole. What he descends into, however, is the auditorium of Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where the audience instantly cheers and his bandmates begin playing their song.
Hawkins instantly goes along with the prank, breaking into a large smile before removing his t-shirt, claiming his guitar from a roadie and stepping to the microphone.
Watch the footage below.
Hawkins is no stranger to big TV appearances. In 2020, the musician took part in the UK version of The Masked Singer, dressed as a chameleon. He performed Creep by Radiohead, Feel It Still by Portugal The Man and True Colors by Cyndi Lauper before being voted off and unmasked on the series’ third episode.
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Hawkins is also a noted YouTuber. He posts reaction videos, interviews and more to the channel Justin Hawkins Rides Again, which has more than 500,000 subscribers. In a 2023 interview with The Guardian, he said he’s more frequently recognised for his videos than his work with The Darkness.
“But now if people stop me at an airport, it’s not to talk about the Darkness,” he said. “They’ll go: ‘I love your YouTube.’”
The Darkness, who reached number two on the UK singles chart with I Believe In A Thing Called Love in 2003, will release their eighth album Dreams On Toast next month. Three singles – The Longest Kiss, I Hate Myself and Rock And Roll Party Cowboy – are currently streaming.
Patti Smith has announced an international tour in celebration of the 50th anniversary of her album Horses.
Smith’s first show of the trek will take place on Oct. 6 in Dublin. She’ll then perform in various European and U.K. locations before bringing the tour to America on Nov. 10, making stops in cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C. and more. The tour will wrap on Nov. 29 in Philadelphia.
At each stop of the tour, Smith will perform Horses in full. She’ll be joined by longtime collaborators Lenny Kaye on guitar and Jay Dee Daugherty on drums, both of whom played on the original 1975 album. “Please join us to help celebrate the final ride of our irreverent thoroughbred,” a press release said (via Rolling Stone).
A pre-sale for tickets will take place Feb. 12, followed by a general sale on Feb. 14. You can view a complete list of concert dates below.
Patti Smith’s Recent Health Scare
News of the Horses tour comes roughly two weeks after Smith collapsed on stage during a performance in Brazil. She assured fans shortly after that the situation was not serious and was caused by a recent migraine she’d suffered.
“I was checked out by an excellent doctor and was absolutely fine,” she said on Instagram. “Please do not accept any other account. With all the strife in the world, this explainable incident does not merit so much attention.”
Patti Smith, ‘Horses’ 50th Anniversary Tour Date Oct. 6 – Dublin @ 3Arena Oct. 8 – Madrid @ Teatro Real Oct. 10 – Bergamo @ Chorus Life Arena Oct. 12 – London @ The Palladium Oct. 13 – London @ The Palladium Oct. 15 – Brussels @ Cirque Royale Oct. 16 – Brussels @ Cirque Royale Oct. 18 – Oslo @ Sentrum Scene Oct. 20 – Paris @ The Olympia Oct. 21 – Paris @ The Olympia Nov. 10 – Seattle @ The Paramount Theatre Nov. 12 – Oakland @ The Fox Theatre Nov. 13 – San Francisco @ The Masonic Nov. 15 – Los Angeles @ Walt Disney Concert Hall Nov. 17 – Chicago @ The Chicago Theatre Nov. 21 – New York City @ The Beacon Nov. 22 – New York City @ The Beacon Nov. 24 – Boston @ The Orpheum Theatre Nov. 28 – Washington D.C. @ The Anthem Nov. 29 – Philadelphia @ the Met
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Formed in 1992 in Norwood, Ontario, Three Days Grace initially began as a high school band under the name Groundswell. The original lineup disbanded in 1995, only to reform in 1997 under the Three Days Grace moniker. The band’s breakthrough came with their self-titled debut album, Three Days Grace (2003), which featured chart-topping singles like “I Hate Everything About You.” They have since released a total of seven studio albums: Three Days Grace (2003), One-X (2006), Life Starts Now (2009), Transit of Venus (2012), Human (2015), Outsider (2018), and Explosions (2022).
Over the years, Three Days Grace has undergone significant lineup changes, most notably the departure of original lead vocalist Adam Gontier in 2013, who was replaced by Matt Walst. Despite the changes, the band has maintained its success, with numerous singles reaching the top of the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart. Known for their emotionally charged lyrics and dynamic rock sound, they have received accolades such as multiple Juno Award nominations and wins, as well as a loyal global fanbase.
Today, Three Days Grace continues to tour and produce music with a mix of founding and newer members. Their longevity in the industry can be attributed to their ability to adapt while retaining the core elements of their sound.
Adam Gontier
Adam Gontier was a founding member of Groundswell in 1992 and later rejoined the rebranded Three Days Grace in 1997 as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist. He played lead guitar until Barry Stock joined in 2003. Adam’s contributions defined the band’s early sound, especially on their self-titled debut, which featured hits like “I Hate Everything About You” and “Just Like You.” His songwriting on One-X explored themes of addiction and personal struggles, resulting in critical and commercial success with tracks like “Animal I Have Become” and “Never Too Late.” Gontier remained with the band through Life Starts Now and Transit of Venus but left in 2013 due to personal reasons. Outside of Three Days Grace, he formed the band Saint Asonia in 2015 and continued to explore his musical creativity. In 2024, Adam returned to Three Days Grace, resuming his role as lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist.
Neil Sanderson
Neil Sanderson has been the drummer and backing vocalist for Three Days Grace since its inception as Groundswell in 1992. After the initial breakup in 1995, he rejoined in 1997 when the band reformed. Neil’s drumming style and vocal harmonies have been a constant across all the band’s albums, starting with their debut in 2003. He began contributing keyboards to the band’s sound on Life Starts Now, adding a new dimension to their arrangements. Sanderson’s versatility has been crucial to the band’s evolution, as seen in tracks like “Pain” from One-X and “The Mountain” from Outsider. Outside the band, Neil has contributed to other musical projects as a songwriter and producer.
Brad Walst
Brad Walst, the bassist and backing vocalist, is another founding member of both Groundswell and Three Days Grace. He has been a consistent presence in the band since 1992. Brad’s bass work anchors the band’s sound, providing a steady rhythmic foundation on all their albums, from Three Days Grace to Explosions. In addition to his musical contributions, Brad played a pivotal role in keeping the band together during lineup changes, particularly during the transition following Adam Gontier’s departure. Outside the band, Brad has collaborated on various music projects and is known for his involvement in the production side of the industry.
Barry Stock
Barry Stock joined Three Days Grace in 2003 as the lead guitarist, taking over lead duties to allow Adam Gontier to focus on vocals and rhythm guitar. His first appearance was on One-X, where his heavy, precise guitar work became a key element of the band’s sound, particularly on tracks like “Riot” and “Animal I Have Become.” Barry has contributed to every album since, evolving his style to match the band’s changing dynamics. From Life Starts Now to WALLS, his guitar solos and riffs have been integral to their success. Barry also handled rhythm guitar between 2013 and 2017, showcasing his adaptability within the group.
Matt Walst
Matt Walst became the lead vocalist of Three Days Grace in 2013, stepping in after Adam Gontier’s departure. As the brother of bassist Brad Walst, Matt was already familiar with the band’s style. His debut on Human marked a shift in the band’s sound, with tracks like “Painkiller” and “I Am Machine” maintaining their presence on the charts. Matt later added rhythm guitar to his role in 2017, further contributing to the band’s arrangements on albums like Outsider and Explosions. Before joining Three Days Grace, Matt was the frontman for My Darkest Days, a band he founded in 2005, which achieved success with hits like “Porn Star Dancing.”
Phil Crowe
Phil Crowe was the lead guitarist for Groundswell during their early years from 1992 to 1995. Although he did not rejoin the group when it became Three Days Grace, Crowe’s contributions were foundational during the band’s formative years. His work with Groundswell helped establish the groundwork for what would later become Three Days Grace.
Joe Grant
Joe Grant played rhythm guitar in Groundswell from 1992 to 1995. Like Crowe, he did not return when the band reformed as Three Days Grace in 1997. His role in the early iteration of the group was essential in shaping their initial sound, though his career outside Groundswell remains less documented.
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Miley Cyrus is one of the most versatile and fearless artists to emerge in modern pop music. Hailing from Franklin, Tennessee, she was born into a family with deep musical roots, as the daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus. From an early age, she was drawn to the entertainment industry, making her breakthrough in 2006 as the lead in Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana. The role made her a household name, allowing her to showcase both her acting and singing talents and setting the stage for a transition into a full-fledged music career.
After dominating television screens, Cyrus quickly set her sights on the pop industry, releasing her debut studio album, Meet Miley Cyrus, in 2007. The album featured the hit single “See You Again,” which became her first major chart success. Over the years, she has built a diverse discography, releasing eight studio albums: Meet Miley Cyrus (2007), Breakout (2008), Can’t Be Tamed (2010), Bangerz (2013), Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015), Younger Now (2017), Plastic Hearts (2020), and Endless Summer Vacation (2023). These records showcase her willingness to explore different musical styles, from bubblegum pop to rock, hip-hop, country, and new wave.
Her catalog includes some of the most defining hits of the past two decades. “Party in the U.S.A.” (2009) became an instant pop anthem, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. “Wrecking Ball” (2013) cemented her ability to deliver raw emotion, reaching number one and becoming one of her signature songs. More recently, “Flowers” (2023) dominated global charts, spending multiple weeks at number one and reinforcing her ability to command mainstream attention. Other notable singles include “The Climb,” “Malibu,” “Midnight Sky,” and “Nothing Breaks Like a Heart,” each highlighting a different facet of her artistic evolution.
Cyrus has been recognized with numerous industry accolades. She has won multiple MTV Video Music Awards, including Video of the Year for “Wrecking Ball,” and has received Billboard Music Awards, People’s Choice Awards, and multiple Grammy nominations. Her biggest Grammy win came in 2024 when “Flowers” earned Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance, solidifying her place as one of the biggest voices in contemporary music. Additionally, she has won American Music Awards and Teen Choice Awards, further demonstrating her widespread appeal across generations.
Beyond her musical success, Cyrus is known for pushing boundaries and embracing reinvention. She has never been afraid to defy expectations, whether it was shedding her Disney image with the provocative Bangerz era or channeling classic rock influences in Plastic Hearts. Her vocal talent, combined with her bold artistic choices, has allowed her to remain relevant in an industry that often discards former child stars. Fans appreciate her authenticity and willingness to take risks, making her one of the most compelling pop artists of her generation.
Outside of music, Cyrus has been an outspoken advocate for social causes. In 2014, she launched the Happy Hippie Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting homeless youth and the LGBTQ+ community. She has used her platform to champion issues like mental health awareness, animal rights, and gender equality, proving that her influence extends far beyond entertainment.
Cyrus’s impact on pop culture is undeniable. From her early years as a teen idol to her current status as a Grammy-winning artist and philanthropist, she has demonstrated an ability to evolve while staying true to herself. With a career that continues to break new ground, Miley Cyrus remains a defining figure in modern music, unafraid to challenge norms and push creative boundaries.
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1 Sun – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) 23 – Non-album single (2013) 4×4 – Bangerz (2013) 7 Things – Breakout (2008) Adore You – Bangerz (2013) Am I Dreaming – Montero (2021) Androgynous – Bad Reputation (2018) Angels like You – Plastic Hearts (2020) Angels Protect This Home – Thin Line (2016) As I Am – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Ashtrays and Heartbreaks – Reincarnated (2013) Attention – Attention: Miley Live (2022) Bad Karma – Plastic Hearts (2020) Bad Mood – Younger Now (2017) Bang Me Box – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) BB Talk – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Beautiful That Way – The Last Showgirl (2024) Before the Storm – Lines, Vines and Trying Times (2009) The Bitch Is Back – Restoration: Reimagining the Songs of Elton John and Bernie Taupin (2018) Bottom of the Ocean – Breakout (2008) Breakout – Breakout (2008) Butterfly Fly Away – Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009)
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Can’t Be Tamed – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Cattitude – She Is Coming (2019) Christmas Is – A Holly Dolly Christmas (2020) Clear – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) The Climb – Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009) Come Get It Bae – Girl (2014) Crimson and Clover (Live) – The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: In Concert 2015 (2015) Cyrus Skies – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) D.R.E.A.M. – She Is Coming (2019) A Day in the Life – With a Little Help from My Fwends (2014) Decisions – Newgoreorder (2012) Do My Thang – Bangerz (2013) Doctor (Work It Out) – Non-album single (2024) Don’t Call Me Angel – Charlie’s Angels: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2019) Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me – Revamp: Reimagining the Songs of Elton John & Bernie Taupin (2018) Don’t Walk Away – Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009) Dooo It! – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Dream – Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009) Drive – Bangerz (2013) The Driveway – Breakout (2008)
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Earth – Non-album single (2019) East Northumberland High – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Edge of Midnight (Midnight Sky Remix) – Plastic Hearts (2020) Every Rose Has Its Thorn – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Everybody Hurts – Non-album single (2010) Evil Is but a Shadow – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Fall Down – #willpower (2013) Feelin’ Myself – #willpower (2013) Flowers – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) The Floyd Song (Sunrise) – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Fly on the Wall – Breakout (2008) Forgiveness and Love – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) FU – Bangerz (2013) Fuckin Fucked Up – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Full Circle – Breakout (2008) Fweaky – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015)
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G.N.O. (Girl’s Night Out) – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) #GETITRIGHT – Bangerz (2013) Gimme What I Want – Plastic Hearts (2020) Girls Just Wanna Have Fun – Breakout (2008) Golden G String – Plastic Hearts (2020) Good and Broken – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Goodbye – Breakout (2008) Hands in the Air – Bangerz (deluxe version) (2013) Hands of Love – Non-album single (2015) Handstand – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) Happy Xmas (War Is Over) – Non-album single (2018) Hate Me – Plastic Hearts (2020) Heart of Glass (Live) – Plastic Hearts (2020) High – Plastic Hearts (2020) Hoedown Throwdown – Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009) Hovering – Breakout (platinum edition) (2008)
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I Forgive Yiew – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) I Get So Scared – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) I Got So High That I Saw Jesus (Live) – Non-album single (2020) I Hope You Find It – The Last Song (2010) II Most Wanted – Cowboy Carter (2024) I Learned from You (duet version) – Hannah Montana (2006) I Learned from You (solo version) – Bridge to Terabithia (2007) I Miss You – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) I Thought I Lost You – Bolt (2008) I Would Die for You – Younger Now (2017) I’m So Drunk – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Inspired – Younger Now (2017) Island – Endless Summer Vacation (2023)
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Jaded – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) Jolene (Live) – Attention: Miley Live (2022) Just Stand Up! – Non-album single (2008) Karen Don’t Be Sad – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Kicking and Screaming – The Time of Our Lives (2009) Let’s Dance – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Liberty Walk – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Lighter – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Like a Prayer (Live) – Attention: Miley Live (2022) Love Money Party – Bangerz (2013) Love Someone – Younger Now (2017) Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds – With a Little Help from My Fwends (2014)
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Malibu – Younger Now (2017) Maybe You’re Right – Bangerz (2013) Maybe (Live) – Attention: Miley Live (2022) Midnight Sky – Plastic Hearts (2020) Miley Tibetan Bowlzzz – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Milky Milky Milk – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Miss You So Much – Younger Now (2017) The Most – She Is Coming (2019) Mother’s Daughter – She Is Coming (2019) Muddy Feet – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) My Darlin’ – Bangerz (2013) My Heart Beats for Love – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Never Be Me – Plastic Hearts (2020) Night Crawling – Plastic Hearts (2020) Nothing Breaks Like a Heart – Late Night Feelings (2018) Nothing Else Matters – The Metallica Blacklist (2021) Nothing to Lose – Custom Built (2010)
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Obsessed – The Time of Our Lives (2009) On a Roll – Non-album single (2019) On My Own – Bangerz (deluxe version) (2013) Overbroad (Live) – Never Say Never: The Remixes (2011) Pablow the Blowfish – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Part of Your World – Disneymania 5 (2007) Party in the U.S.A. – The Time of Our Lives (2009) Party Up the Street – She Is Coming (2019) Permanent December – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Plastic Hearts – Plastic Hearts (2020) Prisoner – Plastic Hearts (2020) Psycho Killer – Everyone’s Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense (2024) Rainbowland – Younger Now (2017) Ready, Set, Don’t Go – Home at Last (2007) Real and True – Non-album single (2013) Right Here – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Right Where I Belong – Non-album single (2019) River – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) Robot – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Spotify Singles – Holiday (2017) Rooting for My Baby – Bangerz (deluxe version) (2013) Rose Colored Lenses – Endless Summer Vacation (2023)
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Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town – All Wrapped Up (2008) Scars – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) See You Again – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Send It On – Non-album single (2009) She’s Not Him – Younger Now (2017) Simple Song – Breakout (2008) Slab of Butter (Scorpion) – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Sleigh Ride – Spotify Singles – Holiday (2017) Slide Away – She Is Coming (digital re-issue) (2019) SMS (Bangerz) – Bangerz (2013) Someday – Breakout (platinum edition) (2008) Someone Else – Bangerz (2013) Something About Space Dude – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Space Bootz – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Stand – Wanna Be Your Joe (2006) Start All Over – Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) Stay – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Summertime Sadness (Live) – BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge: The Collection (2013)
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Take Me Along – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Talk Is Cheap – The Time of Our Lives (2009) Tangerine – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Teardrop – Non-album single (2016) These Four Walls – Breakout (2008) Thinkin’ – Younger Now (2017) Thousand Miles – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) The Thrill Is Gone / Django – I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This (2019) Thrillbilly (Live) – iTunes Live from London (2009) Tiger Dreams – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) The Time of Our Lives – The Time of Our Lives (2009) Twinkle Song – Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) Two More Lonely People – Can’t Be Tamed (2010)
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Unholy – She Is Coming (2019) Used to Be Young – Endless Summer Vacation (digital reissue) (2023) Violet Chemistry – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) Wake Up America – Breakout (2008) We a Famly – Oczy Mlody (2017) We Are the World 25 for Haiti – Non-album single (2010) We Belong to the Music – Shock Value II (2009) We Can’t Stop – Bangerz (2013) Week Without You – Younger Now (2017) When I Look at You – The Time of Our Lives (2009) Who Owns My Heart – Can’t Be Tamed (2010) Wildcard – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) Wildflowers – Spotify Singles (2017) Without You (Remix) – Non-album single (2021) Wonder Woman – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) Wrecking Ball – Bangerz (2013) Wrecking Ball (re-recording) – Rockstar (2023) WTF Do I Know – Plastic Hearts (2020) You – Endless Summer Vacation (2023) You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go – Chimes of Freedom (2012) Younger Now – Younger Now (2017) Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah – Disneymania 4 (2006) Zombie (Live) – Plastic Hearts (2020)
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At the Los Angeles ceremony on February 2, both Spiritbox and Poppy, who’d collaborated with hardcore act Knocked Loose on the track Suffocate, were up for the Best Metal Performance prize.
One poor interviewer spoke to LaPlante on camera, confusing her for her fellow female nominee, and the footage went viral after LaPlante ran with it.
“I am Poppy,” she ‘confirmed’ to her interviewer, “and I am really happy to be here nominated with Knocked Loose. I really hope we win.
“I was actually nominated in, I believe, 2020,” the singer added, continuing to pretend to be Poppy. (Poppy was actually nominated for Best Metal Performance in 2021 with her song Bloodmoney.)
“Really happy to be here again; would love to take home the Grammy for Knocked Loose and myself because I would be the first woman to win this award.”
In an Instagram Live stream last week, shared to X (formerly Twitter) by user suffocatevoodoo, LaPlante explains what ran through her mind during the now-widely seen moment. She says that she wanted to run with the mix-up while also not saying anything too “crazy” about Poppy or Knocked Loose, as to not offend anyone.
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“That was sickening,” she remembers. “I was like, ‘Don’t say anything too crazy,’ because I don’t know Poppy and Knocked Loose well enough to go crazy on it. ‘What if they don’t like this? What if they feel like I’m mocking their achievements?’”
LaPlante goes on to compare the gaffe to an interview she saw where pop singer/songwriter Charli XCX was confused for fellow superstar musician Lorde.
“Charli XCX was doing an interview and someone was like, ‘What was it like writing the song Royals?’” she continues. “Instead of being all shitty about it, she just talked about writing Royals and what it was like being a teenager in New Zealand. I took that as my inspiration.”
Ultimately, it seems Poppy and Knocked Loose weren’t offended by LaPlante’s actions. In fact, Poppy has also played it into it, having released t-shirts with ‘Hello, my name is… Poppy’ written on the chest.
Neither Spiritbox nor Poppy x Knocked Loose ended up winning the 2025 Grammy Award For Best Metal Performance. However, LaPlante’s hopes for a woman to win the trophy for the very first time ultimately came true. Gojira, opera singer Marina Viotti and composer Victor Le Masne took home the trophy for their rendition of French revolutionary song Ah! Ça Ira, which was performed at the 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony.
The trio performed the Australians’ 1976 track Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap on February 7, during the second of Morello’s two shows raising funds for victims of the recent Los Angeles wildfires.
The concert took place at L.A.’s Fonda Theatre, whereas the first took place on February 6 at the House Of Blues in Anaheim.
As well as Slash and Shavo Odadjian, other special guests at the shows included RZA of Wu-Tang Clan, who performed a take on his group’s 1993 song Wu-Tang Clan Ain’t Nuthing Ta F’ Wit.
Covers of Rage Against The Machine, Måneskin, John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen and Woody Guthrie were also played across the two nights. Watch footage of night two, including the Dirty Deeds… and Wu-Tang… renditions, below.
Morello co-founded Rage Against The Machine in 1991 and has remained a core member of the band. They initially split in 2000 before reuniting in 2007 and disbanding again in 2011. They made their second return in 2020, but drummer Brad Wilk confirmed in January 2024 that the rap metal icons were once again inactive.
The L.A. benefit shows aren’t the only star-studded gigs on Morello’s 2025 calendar. On July 5, he will serve as the musical director for Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath’s last-ever concert, Back To The Beginning, taking place at Villa Park in Birmingham.
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Metallica, Slayer, Gojira and Anthrax are among the legendary support acts playing the day, and there will also be an all-star “supergroup” featuring Morello, Slash, The Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan, Korn’s Jonathan Davis, Limp Bizkit’s Fred Durst and many more.
“It starts at noon, then you’re going to see one icon playing with another icon, doing a Sabbath song and one or two of their own songs, and people playing with each other that you never thought you’d see,” she said. “Tom Morello is going to play with the drummer from Tool [Danny Carey] and they’re going to have Billy Corgan with them – they’re all from Chicago so they’re all doing their bit.”
She continued, “Then you’ll see Slash and Duff [Mckagan] and whoever they choose to play with. [Disturbed singer] David Draiman is going to come up and sing, Jonathan from Korn is going to be here and he could be playing with [Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer] Chad Smith or whoever! Alice In Chains are coming and they’re playing as the band.”
Tickets to Back To The Beginning go on general sale at 10am UK time on Friday, February 14.
Tom Morello – Fonda Theatre, Los Angeles CA – 2025-02-07 [Full Show] – YouTube
“My new voice can seem quite startling – maybe even polarising. It caught me the same way. I struggled with it”: The humbling experience that’s made Mercury Rev into a different animal
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Much has changed in the decade since Mercury Rev last released a studio album, not least their line-up. Born Horses takes the ‘space blues’ band in a new and even more dreamlike direction and pays tribute to both beat poet Robert Creeley and former Faust member Tony Conrad. Frontman Jonathan Donahue and guitarist/keyboardist Sean ‘Grasshopper’ Mackowiak discuss maximalism, nature programmes and the art of trying to remove seagull sounds from their songs.
Jonathan Donahue of Mercury Rev likes to keep the camera off when he’s doing video interviews, making it easy to imagine him pontificating in a darkened room. Following a quick check to ensure it is actually him, he replies, cryptically: “What’s left of him.”
How so? A rough night or an impromptu tiger mauling, perhaps? His response is beautifully Confucius-like: “The eye cannot see itself,” he drawls. “It can only see parts of itself. So, from what I can tell, I’m mostly here, but there are parts in the back of me I cannot see.”
This is the kind of metaphysical gold one hopes for from Donahue, the lead singer of the inscrutable, neo-psychedelic rock legends who emerged out of Buffalo, New York 35 years ago. His musical partner, Grasshopper, seems more worldly and less philosophical, in spite of the name. Is this why they don’t ordinarily do interviews together?
“Sometimes it’s just easier, because I have a couple of little boys who are seven and nine years old, so it’s harder to get together if I’m watching the kids,” says Grasshopper, beaming into his iPhone, his soul patch tightening when he smiles.
These conversations take place separately, one hour apart, with a strong pervading sense of night and day. Donahue speaks methodically and thoughtfully, sometimes a little grandiloquently, but enjoyably so; Grasshopper, on the other hand, seems like a guy you’d meet at a bar. Perhaps these contrasting personalities are the secret to Mercury Rev’s longevity?
Their current line-up is augmented by recent-ish recruits Jesse Chandler and Marion Genser, though, since co-founder David Baker left in 1993, the band has been predicated on Donahue’s long-standing friendship with Grasshopper. Which brings us to Born Horses, Mercury Rev’s first proper studio album of new material in nine years.
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“Time plays a big role in not just the gestation of the songs, but in allowing them to go through the winds that myself and Grasshopper, in particular, go through, eroding everything around them until what’s left is the statue,” says Donahue, explaining the delay.
“It’s sort of a way of chiselling the marble off of the statue that’s already there. And so, as an artist or a songwriter – whichever one you want to accuse me of – I do rely very heavily on this. I’m jealous of bands that can turn around albums in 18 months; and maybe early on in our career that’s something we were able to do.”
Seagulls were squabbling over fish heads and things. We spent a lot of money and time trying to ‘de-seagull’ the voice tapes
Jonathan Donahue
Fans will be unsurprised to find that they’ve reinvented themselves on Born Horses, presenting a lush, baroque, dreamlike canvas upon which Donahue paints deftly with spoken word. The music is transcendent at times, with his lyrical verses transporting listeners to somewhere unusual. His hushed persona seems to sit somewhere between jazz poet and new age guru.
“It’s a different bird inside of me,” affirms Donahoe, “and I didn’t expect it. For those that hear it for the first time, it can seem quite startling, maybe even polarising. It caught me the same way. For quite some time I struggled with it on the inside.”
Some of the pieces began as voice notes, recorded alongside the Hudson River in the Catskills, New York, where Donahue lives. At first they were placeholders, which he expected to fix up when he got to a “fancy studio with very expensive, old European microphones” – though the different bird won the day.
“It was very humbling, because I was thinking I could think my way through these vocals into something that was more pop-friendly, radio-friendly, pristine, clear, easier to mix; and I couldn’t.”
The attentively eared will just about be able to make out the lapping of water on Mood Swings. Donahue confirms it’s the Hudson River, and that’s not all: “I was sitting there in the early mornings when the steamships would go up and the seagulls were squabbling over fish heads and things. We spent quite a lot of money and time trying to ‘de-seagull’ the voice tapes to little avail.” He laughs at the absurdity of this.
What did Grasshopper think when he heard Donahue’s new voice? “I kind of saw it as this Brecht and Weill thing,” he says enthusiastically, “which for me was almost theatrical. I could see him onstage, and we’re the pit orchestra down here with our brass and saxophones and trumpets accompanying the words; and I kind of approached it like that.”
The album is dedicated to two former teachers: the beat poet Robert Creeley and the minimalist drone musician Tony Conrad, who also played at one time with Faust and a prototype version of the Velvet Underground (it was the book in his pocket that gave them their name).
Regarding Creeley, Donahue says: “I wouldn’t consider myself a poet; I would consider myself inspired by his economy of words. The information is in the intervals, these gaps between words. That was something very early on that I paid close attention to.”
Tony Conrad was teaching us about the Situationists, then the Fluxus movement; and I’m like 18 and having my mind blown
Grasshopper
Grasshopper had been studying maths at the University of Buffalo, but then decided to switch to media studies when he read about Conrad in Up-Tight, Victor Bockris’s book about the Velvets. Conrad became a mentor. “He was great,” Grasshopper enthuses.
“His class was called Electronic Image Analysis, but he’d talk about music; he played music, he showed us his film, The Flicker; he was an early performance artist, he did video art, painting, conceptual and minimalist stuff and then played with Faust. He was teaching us about the Situationists, then the Fluxus movement; and I’m like 18 and having my mind blown.”
Born Horses is more maximalist than minimalist at times, with deep roots in progressive jazz: Donahue cites Miles Davis’ In A Silent Way as a formative influence, while Grasshopper was schooled in jazz by an uncle who worked at Atlantic Records. Albums by Ornette Coleman, Davis and Don Cherry made their way into his collection – an interesting accompaniment to someone with a burgeoning punk rock habit.
“My brother was more into progressive rock,” he adds, meaning he could hear Asia, Yes and Genesis coming through the bedroom wall. Which may go some way to explaining why he lists Mercury Rev as “doo-wop hard bop beat punk no wave garage rock hip-hop voodoo jazz sweet soul harmelodic polkadot space blues” on his X profile.
I’m never trying to just sound as though we’re on a nature walk… These are quite real, symbolic parts of a psyche
Jonathan Donahue
Another influence is the animal kingdom, with references to creatures appearing throughout their work, whether it’s flies and moles in the lyrics of Holes, a rabbit on the cover of Snowflake Midnight and a cat on its accompanying album Strange Attractor, or titles like Spiders And Flies or Chasing A Bee from 1991. Born Horses includes the title track, A Bird Of No Address and There’s Always Been A Bird In Me adding to the ever-expanding menagerie.
“These are just some of the inner windings that find themselves later circling around on a piece of vinyl,” explains Donahue, whose lyrics are often influenced by his dreams. “But it’s always a metaphor. I’m never trying to just sound as though we’re on a nature walk for 40 minutes. These are quite real, symbolic parts of a psyche that calls itself Jonathan at the moment.”
Prog mentions that Mercury Rev started out jamming to wildlife documentaries back in the late 1980s. “Absolutely; it’s one of the first ways we would write,” Donahue remembers. “We’d turn on late-night BBC nature programmes in America, and we would just sort of play along, Grasshopper and myself, and, at times, David Baker.
“Just playing as the platypus makes his way from his little hut to the stream, interpreting what happens to him along the way. It was a narrative that we could focus on and use as sort of the hub of the three spokes.”
One of those spokes might have been removed, but Donahue and Grasshopper are birds of a feather still flocking together; and, boy, are they different cats.
The ’80s were a time of musical decadence, delivering some of the most timeless stars in rock history. And no sound was louder, both literally and figuratively, than hair metal.
Characterized by pop sensibilities intertwined with emphatic guitar riffage, hair metal was the overwhelming rock style of the decade. The genre brought with it a cavalcade of new bands, many of whom were fronted by brash and enigmatic vocalists. Yes, these guys could sing, but there was more to them than that. With swagger and charisma, these men owned every stage on which they performed, converting legions of fans in the process.
Hair metal also found an ally in MTV, the upstart cable network that launched in 1981. Programmers quickly realized that adopting a cool and rebellious attitude would help engage young viewers. Those characteristics were evident in the genre, and with the dawn of video vixens and flashy production values, hair metal became both the sound and look of the era.
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A teenager who recorded a song in her bedroom and changed the landscape of modern pop forever—Billie Eilish defied the industry’s expectations before she even turned eighteen. Born in Los Angeles on December 18, 2001, she grew up in a household immersed in creativity, where music, performance, and self-expression were second nature. While many artists grind through years of industry setbacks, Eilish’s breakthrough came in the most unconventional way: a song uploaded to SoundCloud that took off like wildfire.
In 2015, her brother, Finneas O’Connell, wrote “Ocean Eyes” for his band but quickly realized it was better suited for Billie’s breathy, ethereal vocals. They recorded it in their home studio and uploaded it to SoundCloud, where it spread virally and caught the attention of record labels. Soon after, she signed with Darkroom and Interscope Records, launching her into the mainstream.
Her debut EP, Don’t Smile at Me, arrived in 2017 and introduced listeners to her genre-defying style—blending elements of pop, electronic, and alternative with confessional lyricism. Songs like “Bellyache” and “Idontwannabeyouanymore” showcased a raw vulnerability that connected with fans, setting the stage for a meteoric rise.
Then came When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, her first studio album, released in March 2019. It was a cultural phenomenon. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, and its flagship single, “Bad Guy,” dethroned Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” after a record-breaking run at the top of the charts. The success of the album catapulted Eilish into superstardom, earning her five Grammy Awards in 2020, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best New Artist. She became the youngest artist in history to sweep the top four Grammy categories in a single night.
Following this massive success, Eilish was chosen to write and perform “No Time to Die,” the theme song for the James Bond film of the same name, making her the youngest artist ever to compose a Bond theme. The song won an Academy Award, a Grammy, and a Golden Globe, solidifying her status as a generational talent.
In 2021, she released Happier Than Ever, an album that showcased a more mature and introspective side. The title track, with its dramatic shift from soft lament to rock-fueled catharsis, resonated deeply with fans. The album once again topped the Billboard 200 and reaffirmed Eilish’s place as one of the most influential voices in contemporary music.
Beyond music, she has been a vocal advocate for environmental issues, mental health awareness, and body positivity, using her platform to challenge industry norms and societal expectations. From rejecting fast fashion to pushing for sustainability in her tours, Eilish continues to redefine what it means to be a pop star in the modern era.
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“!!!!!!!” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “&Burn” – Non-album single (2017) “The 30th” – Guitar Songs (2022) “8” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019)
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“All the Good Girls Go to Hell” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019)
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“Bad Guy” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “Bellyache” – Don’t Smile at Me (2017) “Billie Bossa Nova” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Birds of a Feather” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Bitches Broken Hearts” – Non-album single (2018) “Bittersuite” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Blue” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Bored” – Thirteen Reasons Why (A Netflix Original Series Soundtrack) (2017) “Bury a Friend” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019)
(C)
“Chihiro” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Come Out and Play” – Non-album single (2018) “Copycat” – Don’t Smile at Me (2017)
(D-F)
“The Diner” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Everybody Dies” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Everything I Wanted” – Non-album single (2019) “Fingers Crossed” – Non-album single (2015)
(G-H)
“Getting Older” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Goldwing” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Goodbye” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “The Greatest” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Guess” (featuring Billie Eilish) – Brat and It’s Completely Different but Also Still Brat (2024) “Halley’s Comet” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Happier Than Ever” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Hostage” – Don’t Smile at Me (2017) “Hotline Bling” – Non-album single (2018)
(I-L)
“I Didn’t Change My Number” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “I Love You” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “Idontwannabeyouanymore” – Don’t Smile at Me (2017) “Ilomilo” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “Listen Before I Go” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “Lo Vas a Olvidar” – Non-album single (2021) “Lost Cause” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Lovely” – Thirteen Reasons Why: Season 2 (Music from the Original TV Series) (2018) “Lunch” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “L’Amour de Ma Vie” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024)
(M-N)
“Male Fantasy” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Make It to Heaven” – Non-album single (2020) “Moi” – Non-album single (2024) “My Boy” – Don’t Smile at Me (2017) “My Future” – Happier Than Ever (2020) “My Strange Addiction” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “NDA” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “No Time to Die” – No Time to Die: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2020) “Not My Responsibility” – Happier Than Ever (2021)
(O-R)
“Ocean Eyes” – Don’t Smile at Me (2016) “Oscar Winning Tears” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Overheated” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Oxytocin” – Happier Than Ever (2021) “Party Favor” – Don’t Smile at Me (2018) “Prada” – Non-album single (2024)
(S-T)
“She’s Broken” – Non-album single (2015) “Six Feet Under” – Non-album single (2016) “Skinny” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Sunny” – One World: Together at Home (2020) “Summer Love” – Non-album single (2020) “Tequila” – Non-album single (2020) “Therefore I Am” – Happier Than Ever (2020) “The Diner” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “The Greatest” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “The Line” – Non-album single (2017) “The Thrill Is Gone” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “The Weekend” – TBA (2024) “Therefor I Am” – Happier Than Ever (2020) “TV” – Guitar Songs (2022)
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“Watch” – Don’t Smile at Me (2017) “What Do You Want” – Fireworks & Rollerblades (2024) “What Was I Made For?” – Barbie the Album (2023) “When I Was Older” – Non-album single (2019) “When the Party’s Over” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “Wildflower” – Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024) “Wish You Were Gay” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “Worth It” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Xanny” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019) “You Should See Me in a Crown” – When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2018) “Your Power” – Happier Than Ever (2021)
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Raye was born on October 24, 1997, in Tooting, London. She was raised in a musical household, she was influenced by her mother’s church choir singing and her father’s role as a musical director. She attended the BRIT School for Performing Arts but left early to pursue her music career independently.
In 2014, at just sixteen, Raye self-released her debut EP, Welcome to the Winter, which gained industry attention. Her breakthrough came after signing with Polydor Records, leading to the release of her 2016 EP Second. Around this time, she became known for her songwriting abilities, contributing to tracks for artists like Beyoncé, Charli XCX, and Little Mix. She also collaborated as a featured artist on successful singles such as Jax Jones’s “You Don’t Know Me” and Jonas Blue’s “By Your Side,” both of which achieved significant commercial success.
Despite her growing reputation, Raye became increasingly vocal about her struggles with her label, which prioritized her as a feature artist rather than allowing her to release a full-length solo album. In 2021, after publicly expressing her frustration, she parted ways with Polydor Records and embarked on an independent career. This move allowed her to take full creative control of her music, a decision that proved pivotal in shaping her unique sound and artistic direction.
Her independent breakthrough came in 2022 with the release of Escapism featuring 070 Shake, a genre-blending hit that became a viral sensation on social media. The track went on to top the UK Singles Chart, marking her first number-one hit. This momentum led to the release of her debut studio album, My 21st Century Blues, in February 2023. The album showcased her versatility, blending elements of R&B, electronic music, and deeply personal lyricism, resonating with fans and critics alike.
The success of My 21st Century Blues further solidified Raye’s position as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary music. The album produced additional notable singles such as “Hard Out Here” and “Black Mascara,” demonstrating her ability to merge raw storytelling with innovative production. Her impact on the industry was recognized when she won several awards, including multiple BRIT Awards in 2024, highlighting both her artistry and perseverance.
Beyond music, Raye has been an advocate for artistic independence and transparency in the industry, openly discussing the challenges artists face under restrictive record deals. She has also used her platform to address issues such as mental health and female empowerment, further endearing her to fans.
Raye’s evolution from a label-constrained artist to an independent powerhouse is a testament to her resilience and vision. With her unique blend of genres, sharp songwriting, and fearless storytelling, she continues to carve a distinct path in the music industry.
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“Alien” – Non-album single (2015) “All of My Love” (with Young Adz) – Non-album single (2020) “Ambition” (featuring Stormzy) – Second (2016)
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“Bed” (with Joel Corry and David Guetta) – Another Friday Night (2021) “Bet U Wish” – Welcome to the Winter (2014) “Black Mascara” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Body Dysmorphia” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Body Language” – Ibiza Classics (2018) “Born Again” (Lisa featuring Doja Cat and Raye) – Alter Ego (2025) “Breaking News” (Louis the Child featuring Raye) – Kids at Play (2018) “Bridge over Troubled Water” (Artists for Grenfell) – Non-album single (2017) “Buss It Down” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “By Your Side” (Jonas Blue featuring Raye) – Blue (2016)
(C)
“Call on Me” – Non-album single (2021) “Check” (with Kojo Funds) – Golden Boy (2018) “Cigarette” (with Mabel and Stefflon Don) – Side Tape (2018) “Confidence” (with Maleek Berry and Nana Rogues) – Side Tape (2018)
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“Decline” (featuring Mr Eazi) – Side Tape (2017) “Distraction” – Second (2016) “Dreamer” (Charli XCX, Starrah) – Number 1 Angel (2017)
(E)
“Ego” (Chris Loco featuring Raye) – See No Evil – EP (2015) “Environmental Anxiety” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Escapism” (featuring 070 Shake) – My 21st Century Blues (2023)
(F)
“Ferrari Horses” (D-Block Europe featuring Raye) – The Blue Print: Us vs. Them (2021) “Flip a Switch” (solo or featuring Coi Leray) – My 21st Century Blues (2023 “Fin” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Five Star Hotels” (featuring Mahalia) – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Flowers” – Non-album single (2015) “Friends” – Non-album single (2018)
(G)
“Genesis” – (2024) “Go Girl” (Miraa May featuring Raye) – Non-album single (2021)
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“Hard Out Here” – My 21st Century Blues (2023)
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“I Don’t Want You” (with Riton) – Non-album single (2021) “I, U, Us” – Second (2016) “Ice Cream Man” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Introduction” – My 21st Century Blues (2023)
(J)
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“Kiss My (Uh-Oh)” (Girl Power Remix) – Non-album remix (2021)
(L)
“Love Me Again” – Euphoric Sad Songs (2019)
(M)
“Make It to Heaven” (with David Guetta and Morten) – Non-album single (2019) “Mary Jane” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “Moi” (with Central Cee) – Non-album single (2024) “Money Calling” (Da Beatfreakz featuring Russ Millions, Raye, and wewantwraiths) – Non-album single (2021) “Mother Nature” (with Hans Zimmer) – Non-album single (2023)
(N)
“Natalie Don’t” – Euphoric Sad Songs (2020)
(O)
“Oscar Winning Tears” – My 21st Century Blues (2024) “Odo” (King Promise featuring Raye) – As Promised (2019)
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“Paralyzed” (Lucky Daye featuring Raye) – Algorithm (2024) “Please Don’t Touch” – Euphoric Sad Songs (2019) “Prada” (with Cassö and D-Block Europe) – Non-album single (2024)
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(R)
“Regardless” (with Rudimental) – Euphoric Sad Songs (2020)
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“Secrets” (with Regard) – Euphoric Sad Songs (2020) “Shine” – Non-album single (2015) “Stay (Don’t Go Away)” (David Guetta featuring Raye) – Non-album single (2020) “Summer Love” (with Cassper Nyovest) – Non-album single (2021)
(T)
“Tequila” (with Jax Jones and Martin Solveig) – Euphoric Sad Songs (2020) “Thank You” (Pvris featuring Raye) – Use Me (2020) “The Line” – Non-album single (2017) “The Thrill Is Gone” – My 21st Century Blues (2023) “The Weekend” (with Stormzy) – TBA (2024) “Tied Up” (Major Lazer featuring Mr Eazi & Raye) – Major Lazer Essentials (2019) “Tipsy” (Odunsi (The Engine) featuring Raye) – Non-album single (2019) “To Love Someone” – Non-album single (2024)
(U)
(V)
(W)
“War” (Nas featuring Raye) – The Birth of A Nation: The Inspired By Album (2016) “Waterfall” (with Disclosure) – DEP11 (2022) “What Do You Want” – Non-album single (2024) “Worth It” – My 21st Century Blues (2024)“Wys” (Tion Wayne featuring Raye) – Green With Envy (2021)
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