When it comes to following the best album of your career, the question is whether to stick or twist. 'The Unforgiving' found Within Temptation imbuing their symphonic metal with polished pop melodies, which ensured sizeable crossover appeal. On 'Hydra' they vary things a little, but mostly regurgitate that successful formula without the same level of consistency.

New Kids on the Block have announced details of their upcoming European tour, including five shows in the UK.

Due to phenomenal demand, Garth Brooks has announced a fourth show at Dublin's Croke Park stadium.

Kings Of Leon have been announced as the Sunday headliner for this summer's Isle of Wight Festival.

Enrique Iglesias has released the music video for his latest single, I'm A Freak feat. Pitbull, set for release on March 16.

Canadian electrofunk outfit Chromeo have unveiled a music video for new single Come Alive.

Legendary prog pioneer Ian Anderson has announced the release of his new studio album 'Homo Erraticus'. 

Ginger Wildheart has announced the March 31 release of his new album 'Albion' via Round Records.

Newport pop-punks Save Your Breath have posted a new video for Harrow Road, taken from their recently released album 'There Used To Be A Place For Us'. 

One Direction have released a video for the title track from their world-conquering third album, 'Midnight Memories'.

Slam Dunk Festival organisers have confirmed dates for the 2014 editions, as well as promising a line up announcement for February 12.

Legendary musician and singer- songwriter Robert Cray will release new album 'In My Soul' in the UK on March 31, 2014 on the Provogue label. 

Rudimental have unveiled the video for their new single, Powerless featuring Becky Hill, which comes out on February 17 on Asylum Records.

Hammerfest have concluded their line up by adding 17 bands to the bill from across the metal spectrum.

Tegan and Sara have unveiled their contribution to the Endless Love soundtrack.

Example will hit the road in March for a slew of gigs, taking in six shows in three cities across one weekend.

Shakira and Rihanna have unveiled the video for their recent collaboration, Can't Remember To Forget You.

SchoolBoy Q has announced that he'll bring his Oxymoron Tour to the UK and Europe in May. 

St Vincent has rolled out a new video for Digital Witness, the lead single from her forthcoming album.

Swedish metallers Sister, whose new album 'Disguised Vultures' dropped on January 27 in the UK, have revealed the music video for the track My Enemy.