Chris McClure reflects on being face of Arctic Monkeys’ debut album on 15th anniversary

Chris McClure has reflected on having his photo used as the artwork for Arctic Monkeys’ debut album as the record hits its 15th anniversary. ‘Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not’ featured a photo of McClure smoking as its album cover. McClure, who is the brother of Reverend And The Makers’ Jon McClure, …

Arctic Monkeys are in “early stages” of making new album, says Matt Helders

Matt Helders has revealed that Arctic Monkeys are in the “early stages of trying to write a [new] record”. Speaking on Instagram Live this evening (January 13), the drummer explained that the Sheffield band had been “faced with various obstacles” while working on the follow-up to ‘Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino’. “Being separated by the …

Arctic Monkeys share live rendition of ‘Arabella’ from 2018 Royal Albert Hall show

Arctic Monkeys have posted their thunderous performance of ‘Arabella’ from their 2018 show at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Check it out in full below. As with the gig itself, all proceeds from the release of the album will go to the charity War Child. “On June 7, 2018 we played a special show at London’s …