Sweeping The Nation — Onwards in our survey of our favourite stuff that tells the story, or at least a hyper-specific version of it, of each year of the decade just finishing. 2013, then. It doesn't feel like it, either now or reading the contemporary view, but it was... more info

Consequence of Sound — The follow-up to 2016's Super arrives in January. Pet Shop Boys announce new album Hotspot, share “Burning the heather”: Stream Lake Schatz more info

Stereogum — Iconic UK synth-pop duo Pet Shop Boys have announced a new album called Hotspot, their first since 2016's Super. Written and recorded between Berlin and Los Angeles with regular producer Stuart Price, the album will be out early next year. more info

DJmag — The new single will feature on 'Hotspot' more info

Consequence of Sound — Plus, the UK duo announce the first leg of their "The Greatest Hits Live" tour. Pet Shop Boys share new single “Dreamland” featuring Years & Years: Stream Robin Bacior more info

Stereogum — Pet Shop Boys have a new album in the works, the full-length followup to 2016's Super and an extension of the four-song Agenda EP that they put out at the beginning of this year. Their new album, which doesn't have a title yet, will be released o... more info

Kings of A&R — Have you heard of Rothwell? The Bristol born singer-songwriter is currently playing live gigs promoting her latest single Quarter Life Crisis. The track was produced by Tim Powell who crafted hits for Girls Aloud, Paloma Faith and the Pet Shop Boys. ... more info

Stereogum — Earlier tonight (June 29) The Killers headlined Glastonbury's Pyramid stage, and the band brought along a few famous friends to assist on some songs. more info

Consequence of Sound — Plus, an emotional tribute from Brandon Flowers in memory of his late mother. The Killers joined by Pet Shop Boys and Johnny Marr at Glastonbury: Watch Alex Young more info

Obscure Sound — “Love at First Sound” is an excellent single from Floor People, a band based in Boston with roots in Buffalo, NY. This is captivating, infectious synth-pop fond of both hooks and atmospheric construction, particularly fit for ’80s nostalgia wit... more info