The second album from the Winery Dogs might aptly be titled 'Hot Streak', but it's a term that's equally applicable to the astonishing career of their drummer, Mike Portnoy. Since his acrimonious departure from Dream Theater in 2010, the virtuoso sticksman has been involved in a calculator-busting number of projects and collaborations, indulging in many different musical styles without missing a beat.

James Vincent McMorrow has released a video for Rising Water.

Usher has shared a video for No Limit, featuring Young Thug.

Big Jesus have shared Lock & Key, a track from their forthcoming debut album.

Laura Doggett will play a trio of New Moon shows in London in September, October and November.

The Julie Ruin have released a video for Mr. So and So.

Photo: Vincent Monsaint

Atlanta quartet Gringo Star are readying a new album and we're lucky enough to be able to share their new single, Get Closer, prior to its arrival.

M.I.A has unveiled a new track, Bird Song (Blaqstarr Remix).

Psychic TV will play shows in London and Leeds as part of a European tour in the autumn.

Vic Mensa will return to London next month.

Photo: Marty Moffatt

Tyketto will tour the UK this winter, following the release of their new album, 'Reach', in October.

Ice Nine Kills will embark on their first UK and European tour this autumn.

Tom Chaplin, frontman of Keane, has revealed plans to release his debut solo record.

Of all the instrumental rock bands doing the rounds at present – and let’s face it, there are innumerably more than there were 10 to 15 years ago – few have attracted more deserving praise than Russian Circles. ‘Guidance’ is the trio’s sixth effort within a decade, one that has seen them rise in popularity to the extent that they have headlined the festival that has swiftly become Europe’s premier destination for off-beat guitar music: Bristol’s ArcTanGent.

De La Soul have posted a new track, Drawn, featuring Little Dragon.

Menace Beach have unveiled a new single, Hex Breaker.

The BBC Introducing stage line up has been confirmed for this year's Reading and Leeds.

Slaves have shared a new song, Spit It Out.

Butch Walker has shared a new song, Wilder in the Heart.

Against Me! have shared a new track, Haunting, Haunted, Haunts.