
Remembering the music legends we lost in 2024
NME remembers the influential and beloved artists who left us this year

Live Aid promoter hits out at "busybodies and woke people and do-gooders" who have an issue with Band Aid single
'Do They Know It's Christmas?' has been under scrutiny for perpetuating "damaging stereotypes" about Africa

Bob Geldof responds to Ed Sheeran's Band Aid comments: "This little pop song has kept millions of people alive"
Sheeran said he would not have given permission for his vocals to be included on a new 'Ultimate Mix' of the charity single if he had been asked

Midge Ure pays tribute to Ultravox bassist Chris Cross, who has died aged 71
"You were the glue that held the band together"

Midge Ure announces 2024 UK 'Catalogue: The Hits' tour
Tickets go on sale later this week

Live Aid concert to be turned into stage musical
Bob Geldof said the "story is based on actual testimony from the day" of the iconic 1985 concert

Midge Ure sells back catalogue to MusicBird to "take the songs to new audiences"
“It is a significant moment for me as an artist and songwriter to see my songs find a new home"

‘Schemers’ review: upstart gig promoter bets it all on a rock and roll dream
Dave McLean tussles with hard nut gangsters as he chances his way to the big time