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Politics jostles with music for the Glastonbury limelight
- Sir Paul McCartney flew the Ukrainian flag, Billie Eilish used her set to react to America's abortion ruling, and climate activist Greta Thunberg was a surprise addition to the billing. Former Moloko singer Róisín Murphy - who performed as a solo artist at the festival's West Holts Stage - told Sky News British music is a powerful political force which really comes to the fore at Glastonbury.
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Music show: Irish singer-songwriter Róisín Murphy on her fifth album
Róisín Murphy has always straddled the line between full-blown popstar and underground queen. Whilst maximalist pop may currently be serving superstars like Lady Gaga and Dua Lipa, Róisín has always kept it edgy. Her new album "Róisín Machine" comes after the singer-songwriter kept busy during lockdown writing her next album and putting on live performances for her fans. We caught up with the Irish native to find out more about this album packed with dark disco anthems. Plus, we take a look at new tracks by Dizzee Rascal and Metz.
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