An abundance of goodness here, beginning with the great new Raphael Saadiq album, and a wonderful and unexpected return to form from The Beastie Boys.

Liam Gallagher's band have tackled 'Across The Universe'

'Wake Up The Nation' follow-up is 'ready to go'

Actor also announces three-date UK tour for July

This month, I’ve been listening a lot to a band (or solo project; it’s not entirely clear) called Purling Hiss. It’s been fun but, at times, quite a challenge, even for those of us who can deal with lo-fidelity music that’s disseminated through several thick coats of distortion.

New four-track release set for June 6

Graham Coxon, Richard Ashcroft and The Coral also help raise £150,000

'Wasting Light' influenced by disco-pop, says singer

Somerset House headline show set for July 16

Australian rockers will play Southern Sounds