Earth - Scala, London - Tuesday 12th April 2011 (Live Review)
Live Reviews
Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by Ben Bland
Earth - Scala, London - Tuesday 12th April 2011 (Live Review)

A band whose current sound conjures up images of an unusually tranquil wild west doesn’t particularly sound like a band primed to fill London’s 800 capacity Scala but then Earth have never been what they sound. Over the twenty years guitarist Dylan Carlson has overseen his project they have veered from primal drone to elegant soundscape. Latest record 'Angels of Darkness, Demons of Light I' is one of the year’s most calming and meditative releases thus far. Its hour long running time is entirely composed around delicately picked guitar figures, sombre cello and a restrained rhythm section.
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Beyonce's new single 'Girls (Who Run The World)' Appears online – Listen Now
Music News
Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by James Conlon


R&B star Beyonce’s upcoming single ‘Girls’ has surfaced online today, and you can listen to the track below. The song is the first track to be taken from Beyonce’s as-of-yet untitled upcoming album.
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Ozzy Osbourne To Become X-Factor Judge?
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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by Dave Ball
Ozzy Osbourne To Become X-Factor Judge?

With rumours that Cheryl Cole is to leave UK’s X Factor to take up a position judging on the US version of the show, an unlikely candidate has risen to replace her in the shape of The Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne.
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Plan B and Everything Everything Earn Two Ivor Novello Nominations
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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by James Conlon
Plan B and Everything Everything Earn Two Ivor Novello Nominations

Plan B and Everything Everything have scraped through as top contenders for this year’s Ivor Novello awards, earning two nominations each. Other acts to be given a nod include Tinier Tempah, The XX and Villagers (aka Irish songrwriter Conor O’Brien).
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More Acts Announced For Reading & Leeds Festivals
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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by Dave Ball
More Acts Announced For Reading & Leeds Festivals

Following last month's 2011 Reading and Leeds festival line-up announcement, which saw the likes of Muse, The Strokes and My Chemical Romance confirmed as headliners, the smaller stages are now filling up with the latest batch of bands revealed today.
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Dappy From N-Dubz Bitten By Fan
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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by James Conlon
Dappy From N-Dubz Bitten By Fan

N-Dubz rapper Dappy was attacked this week, as a female fan bit his ear during a pre-gig hug. Dappy has described the fan as “mental”, claiming that she even managed to draw blood.
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The Stills Announce Split
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Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by James Conlon
The Stills Announce Split

The Stills have announced that they are calling it a day. After eleven years of performing and recording together, the Canadian rockers have decided to split up, announcing the news in an extended post on their publicity company's website.
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Fleet Foxes Declare Their Support For Illegal Downloading
Music News
Tuesday, 19 April 2011 Written by James Conlon
Fleet Foxes Declare Their Support For Illegal Downloading

Fleet Foxes singer Robin Pecknold has made a rare contribution to the argument in defence of illegal downloading. The singer and guitarist argued that music should have no inherent cash value, before going on to insinuate that musicians have no need for the large amounts of money earned through record sales.
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Incubus Release Details Of New Album 'If Not Now, When?’
Music News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by James Conlon


Incubus have confirmed the tracklisting for their upcoming seventh studio album, ‘If Not Now, When?’, giving a lengthy statement about the tone and intent of the record. The band have been working on the follow-up to 2006’s acclaimed release, ‘Light Grenade’, and have described the new album as “Something unique, both to the world and to us as a band”
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Lady Gaga Collaborates With Brian May On 'Born This Way'
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Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by James Conlon
Lady Gaga Collaborates With Brian May On 'Born This Way'

Lady Gaga has called in Queen guitarist Brian May to work on her latest album, it has been reported. According to The Mirror, the eccentric pop star has worked with May on a track called ‘You & I’, which is set to appear on her upcoming LP ‘Born This Way’.
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Pendulum Announce Festival Warm-Up Show At Newcastle O2 Academy & Tickets
Tour News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Pendulum Announce Festival Warm-Up Show At Newcastle O2 Academy & Tickets

Always one of the most incendiary bands on the summer festival circuit, Pendulum will warm-up for their biggest festival campaign to date with a special one-off headline show at the Newcastle O2 Academy on June 9th.
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Anvil Confirm UK Summer Shows & Tickets
Tour News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Anvil Confirm UK Summer Shows & Tickets

Anvil, the Canadian demigods of metal, have announced three UK shows for June.
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Kanye West, Chemical Brothers, Rodrigo y Gabriela To Headline The Big Chill Festival & Tickets
Tour News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Brad Norris
Kanye West, The Chemical Brothers, Rodrigo y Gabriela To Headline The Big Chill Festival & Tickets

The Big Chill have unveiled headliners Kanye West and Rodrigo y Gabriela, both UK festival exclusives, and The Chemical Brothers plus more as the first confirmed artists for 2011.

Nestled in the idyllic surroundings of Eastnor Castle Deer Park in Herefordshire, The Big Chill celebrates an impressive 17th year from 4th - 7th of August 2011 cementing its position as one of the festival calendar’s true originals.
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Blink 182 Forced To Postpone 2011 European Summer Tour
Tour News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Blink-182 Forced To Postpone 2011 European Summer Tour

News has just broken that Blink-182 have been forced to postpone their 2011 European Summer tour. Blink-182's UK dates have now been rescheduled for June and July 2012.
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Black Sabbath To Release 2CD Deluxe Album 'Born Again' - Out June 6th
Music News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Black Sabbath To Release 2CD Deluxe Album 'Born Again' - Out June 6th

Following the departure of lead singer Ronnie James Dio and drummer Vinnie Appice after the studio mixing of the 'Live Evil' album, Black Sabbath were once again on the lookout for yet another lead vocalist to fill the significant void left at stage front. The band turned to ex. Deep Purple lead singer Ian Gillan.
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Munich To Play Great Escape Ahead Of 'All Sussed Out' Debut Single Release
Music News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Munich To Play Great Escape Ahead Of 'All Sussed Out' Debut Single Release

Munich have announced that they are to head out on a UK tour around the release of their debut single 'All Sussed Out' on the 20th June. Having not long completed their first UK tour they are certainly not a band to let the dust settle. The dates are being finalised as we speak but we can tell you that they'll be making an appearance at a number of festivals, kicking off with The Great Escape on the 12th May.
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Estelle, David Banner & Daley Unveil Video For Janis Joplin Inspired 'Benz' - Watch Now
New Videos
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Estelle, David Banner & Daley Unveil Video For Janis Joplin Inspired 'Benz' - Watch Now

Brought together by BLAG - Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Estelle, rapper/ producer/ Grammy winner David Banner and Daley (fresh from featuring on ‘Doncamatic’ alongside Gorillaz) collaborate together for the first time. Inspired by Janis Joplin’s iconic song ‘Mercedes Benz’ the super-group have written and recorded ‘Benz.'

Check out the video below.
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Beatsteaks Reveal Details Of New Album 'Boom Box' - Out May 16th
Music News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Beatsteaks Reveal Details Of New Album 'Boom Box' - Out May 16th

Already a huge hit in Germany where it knocked Adele off the top of the album charts, the Beatsteaks’ new album ‘Boom Box’ looks set to make their biggest impact yet on these shores when it’s released on May 16th onWarner Bros. Records. The Gold-certified album will be preceded by the release of the single ‘Milk & Honey’on May 9th. Check out the video to Beatsteaks' 'Milk & Honey' below.
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Jamie Woon Debut Album 'Mirrorwriting' - Out Today!
Music News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by Jon Stickler
Jamie Woon Debut Album 'Mirrorwriting' - Out Today!

Jamie Woon releases his debut album 'Mirrorwriting' today, April 18th. The first single 'Night Air', released back in November 2010, coming backed with remixes from Ramadanman and Becoming Real, re-introduced Jamie not only as a talented musician but also exemplified his ability to marry his unique vocal style and production capability, helped in part from a working relationship with the elusive London producer and friend, Burial. Heading into 2011 Jamie landed a spot in the BBC Sound of 2011 Poll, cementing the ever growing anticipation for 'Mirrorwriting' and why Jamie is considered such a huge talent.
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Radiohead Record Store Day Tracks Appear Online – Listen Now
Music News
Monday, 18 April 2011 Written by James Conlon


Two Radiohead songs released as a limited-edition vinyl for Record Store Day this week have appeared online. The songs, entitled ‘Supercollider’ and ‘The Butcher’ were recorded during the same sessions as ‘The King Of Limbs’.
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