WIRELESS FESTIVAL DRAMA DEEPENS AS SPONSORS PULL OUT AND MATT LUCAS CALL-OUT SPARKS FURTHER DEBATE

MTV will shut down five of its music channels, including MTV 80s, 90s, and Live, on December 31, ending decades of continuous video broadcasts. Only MTV HD will remain, focusing on reality shows like Geordie Shore. The move reflects shifting viewing habits, as music videos now thrive on YouTube and social media. Paramount also plans similar closures overseas, putting the future of MTV’s once-iconic music legacy in doubt.

Award winning rapper Nines has pleaded guilty to drug offences and breaching a court order after being arrested at Heathrow Airport. He now faces an immediate prison sentence.

UK rapper C Biz has been cleared of serious drug charges in Bermuda after a jury ruled he had no knowledge of over 160 grams of heroin found in his hotel safe. The verdict brings an end to a high-profile case that gripped the island for weeks.

Drill rapper Loski has been jailed for eight months after being found with a knife and resisting arrest at a hotel in Beaconsfield. He was spotted by police investigating a fatal crash on the M40 and tried to flee. Already on licence for a firearms offence, he was recalled to prison. The crash left one man dead and another seriously injured. Three others were arrested and bailed, and police have urged against speculation as investigations continue.

Wireless Festival 2025 at Finsbury Park marked its 20th anniversary with a groundbreaking twist: Drake headlining all three nights, each with a unique setlist, making history as the first artist to do so. Drake went all out in his first UK performance in six years, playing his biggest hits and surprising the audience with a barrage of surprise guest performers.

Punk duo Bob Vylan have allegedly been dropped by their talent agency, UTA, following a controversial performance at Glastonbury Festival. The decision came after UTA reviewed the duo’s on-stage comments, which included rapper Bobby Vylan leading chants of “Free, free Palestine” and “Death, death to the IDF [Israel Defence Forces]” during their set on the West Holts Stage on Saturday, 28 June.‍ The BBC has since spoken out, stating that the set should not have been aired on its platform.

UK rapper Stormzy appears to reference the controversy surrounding his deal with McDonald's in his new single 'Sorry Rach!'. The rap star pens the lyrics, “I heard they want to hang me out to dry for a nugget meal. The world might not love your boy again, but my mother will” in the song.

Aitch has finally broken his silence on the Central Cee feud, calling out the BRITs diss, ghostwriting rumours, and even firing shots at Corteiz founder Clint Ogbenna. From subliminals to sit-downs, this drama’s far from over – and Aitch isn’t holding back.

UK rapper Little Simz is suing her former producer Dean Cover, aka Inflo, for allegedly failing to repay $2.2 million in loans and withholding funds meant for album recording expenses. The lawsuit claims Cover defaulted on multiple loans, including £1 million for a SAULT performance, and mishandled recording budget funds provided by Sony's AWAL unit. As a result, Simz says she faced financial penalties due to unpaid debts. Cover has yet to respond to the lawsuit.