Guardian Music — Plan B, LondonSinging pop songs has turned into something of an arms race of late. Thanks in no small part to the bear pit of TV talent shows, female singers are now required to holler louder, longer and more fiercely than the next girl; their notes ... more info

Guardian Music — Her sweet soul might be the sound of summer, but there were tears in the studio from the newest south London divaClick here to listen to our exclusive stream of her debut albumAdele, west Norwood. Florence, Camberwell. Lianne La Havas, Streatham. Kat... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — No openers or special guests at Terminal 5 last night (7/26), but Frank Ocean, backed by a full band, was pure sex. From start (with a Sade cover at 9pm) to finish (10:15), the entire three-tiered room was going... more info

Guardian Music — Sounding like so much manna from blog-pop heaven, this Canadian trio suggest a chillwave SadeReading on a mobile? Click here to listenHometown: Toronto, Canada. The lineup: Carmen Elle, Kieran Adams, Joseph Shabason. The background: One of the member... more info

Aquarium Drunkard — It’s really good to have these guys back. Last week while watching the ‘Beachwood All-Stars’ set at the Fleetwood Mac tribute in LA, I was reminded of how the band really knows its way around a cover – specifically their left field re-imagini... more info

ContactMusic — Sade has to be cut off to write new songs The singer full name Sade Adu and her band are meticulous in making their records only releasing three in the last 20 years and while she would love to release albums more frequently she needs a lot... more info

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Guardian Music — Who fancies a spot of mysterious Sadean disco – that's as in Ms Adu, rather than the Marquis de …Hometown: Copenhagen and Toronto.The lineup: Unknown.The background: A number of people have been telling us about Rhye, from Rhyl to Rio. Well, Rio.... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Last year, Sade returned to the stage after more than 10 years for a critically acclaimed tour that was hailed by one reviewer as "the best concert of the year.” Now, she's bringing those smooth, romantic performances to a DVD/album package, "Bring... more info

Guardian Music — Music news, reviews and discussion from the last seven daysIn the newsAntony Hegarty to curate Meltdown 2012Rolling Stones will not tour for 50th anniversary, says Keith RichardsElton John announces his 'most exciting record' in yearsSade pips Adele ... more info