Blitzed
Issue 26
Blitzed returns with a packed Issue 26, diving headfirst into the worlds of synth, new wave and electronic music with an unrivalled line-up of interviews and features. From Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh reflecting on the band's legacy and 2026 tour, to Midge Ure, Thomas Dolby, Gary Numan, Bruce Woolley and Peter Cox, this issue brings together true pioneers and innovators of the scene. There's a major two-part interview with Paul King, plus in-depth conversations with Doublespeak (Neil Arthur, Vince Clarke and Benge), Morgan King, Thomas Leer, Richard James Burgess and more. Hollywood icon Kiefer Sutherland also joins the party, discussing cult classic The Lost Boys alongside his latest music. Elsewhere, explore features on Peter Gabriel's So, Pet Shop Boys' Actually and Prince's Nothing Compares 2 U, alongside deep dives into electronic classics, lost treasures, and the ever-evolving modern scene. Add in a huge selection of album reviews (including Kraftwerk, Cabaret Voltaire and Midge Ure), live reports, exhibitions, and the latest tech insightsand you've got an essential issue for anyone plugged into alternative music culture. As ever, Blitzed delivers sharp insight, nostalgia, and forward-thinking music journalism in one seriously stacked edition.