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18 Mar 2026 • 9:30 am

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Placebo's Brian Molko faces defamation charges for criticizing Italian prime minister

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Yungblud joined Placebo on stage for surprise 'Nancy Boy' performance at Musilac Music Festival

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Placebo have shared their brand new album, 'Never Let Me Go'

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