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Saturday, 12 June 2010 |
Written by Adam Simpson
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Let’s begin with a little story about a record label, Factory Records, a pioneering label set up by Tony Wilson and Alan Erasmus, in the 70’s, which was all about Manchester, all about the groups, the passion, the desire, the class, the art and most importantly the music.
Factory Records was a pioneering label which was not about profit margins or number 1 singles, but about great groups and great music.
It is because of Factory Records that we have Joy Division, Durutti Column, The Wake, A Certain Ratio, James, New Order, Happy Mondays and so many more who were influenced by these and more.
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Saturday, 12 June 2010 |
Written by David Evans
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Before I get started on the meat and two veg, so to speak, it would be wrong to borrow the song title without paying tribute to Scouting for Girls’ well-deserved success. They are a hardworking band; write genuinely good pop songs and are tireless in support of their two chosen charities. I like them a lot … I’m also grateful to Roy and the boys for prodding a notion that has been cat-napping at the back of my mind for way to long …
It’s that time of year when I could be forgiven for waxing lyrical about cloudless skies and butterflies hovering around pink-hued acacia blooms; but more than likely, it’s the sight of tawny-limbed lovelies in tight-fitting tank-tops and flouncy rah-rah skirts that stirs the romantic man in me. And what’s more, a stroll through any city centre would show that I’m not a stand-alone guy.
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Friday, 11 June 2010 |
Written by Rob Sleigh
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Last month, Thin Lizzy announced that Ricky Warwick of the Almighty would be joining them as their third lead vocalist following the departure of John Sykes, who had been the band’s singer since they originally reformed in 1996.
In the same month, the Faces were confirmed as headliners of this August’s Vintage at Goodwood festival in West Sussex, with a certain Mick Hucknall due to stand in for Rod Stewart on vocals. Both of these announcements beg the question: how much do a band need their lead singer?
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Friday, 11 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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Broken Bells have announced details of their brand new single.
‘The Ghost inside,’ an undoubted highlight from the band’s critically-acclaimed self-titled debut album, will be released on Monday 28th June.
The band have also announced details of a string of UK shows set to take place in June. The shows will be their first UK shows since their one-off date at the ICA in London on 3rd March and follow on from a US tour in May.
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Friday, 11 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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Have you got what it takes to make it in the music industry? Are you a solo singer or a band in desperate need of a break?
Leading hospitality company Inc Group have announced the launch of Battle of the Bands, an exciting new platform for artists to showcase their talent.
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Friday, 11 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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It would be an understatement to say that 2010 has already been a landmark year for Twin Atlantic. From a triumphant hometown show selling out the 1250-capacity Glasgow ABC, to a European stint with Enter Shikari and culminating an epic US tour, Twin Atlantic have already hit 17 countries this year and are becoming a truly world-beating band.
This summer will see the band playing their biggest shows yet: not only have they been personally invited to support The Gaslight Anthem on their UK tour (including stops at Glasgow Academy on 23 June and Brixton Academy on 29 June), but they have just been announced as support to Blink-182 on their UK dates in Aberdeen, Glasgow and Dublin.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Matt Hamm
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That's right! Stereoboard is at this year's Isle of Wight Festival, trawling through the mud (please no), paper cups and little kids in checked shirts to bring you an up to date, honest and frank approach to the festival's Best & Worst of 2010's line-up.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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You'd think that almost two full years of near-nonstop touring would deserve a long break, but such is not the case for ska/punk/pop pioneers LESS THAN JAKE who are continuing their trek across the Atlantic and into Europe and UK with punk-rap legends Zebrahead.
"We were used to being in the UK and Europe three times a year like clockwork but we took some time away for some new projects," says LTJ drummer Vinnie Fiorello. "Now we are coming back and can't wait to be back doing a full tour."
This tour with Zebrahead is a special one since the bands have been friends for over a decade. "We've known the Zebrahead guys since 1997 and being able to share a tour with them again makes the journey full circle," he continues.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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With a bona fide hit single in the slinky form of "Radar Detector", sold out shows across the country, a number of summer festival dates lined up and a critically lauded debut LP under his skinny belt, Darwin Deez undoubtedly has summer in the palm of his hands.
He is not done yet however - on July 12th he releases his new single "Up in the Clouds", a handclap-equipped belter of a love song, and plays a free in-store gig at Rough Trade the day after to celebrate. He is also charging into the summer with slots at pretty much every music festival of note, following hot on the heels of raucously received performances at The Great Escape and on the NME Radar Tour.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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Paul Heaton releases his eagerly anticipated second solo album 'Acid Country' on 13th September 2010 and has just announced a UK tour to accompany its arrival.
The autumn dates - which go on sale this Friday 11th June at 9.30am - will be preceded by a headline slot on Glastonbury's Leftfield stage as well as appearances at Latitude and V Festival.
The follow up to 2008's widely acclaimed 'The Cross Eyed Rambler', 'Acid Country' is Paul's 15th studio album and his second as a solo artist. Recorded with his band in Colne, Lancashire earlier this year; the album was co-produced by Mr. Heaton and Christian Madden (of The Earlies) and features guest vocals from Sally Ellyson of New York's Hem and Ruth Skipper from Moulettes.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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An internet campaign has been launched to get the Stereophonics first single ‘Local Boy In The Photograph’ to Number One in tribute to Stuart Cable.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Lily Allen, never one to keep quiet about anything, was earlier this year victorious in being crowned best UK female solo artist at the Brits ceremony. Now she claims that her award “means nothing” and that the show is completely fixed.
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Fresh from their free victory concert at London’s Finsbury Park last Sunday (6th June), Zack de la Rocha has now revealed that a new album from Rage Against The Machine is "a genuine possibility."
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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We have all heard, read or seen some of the outrageous stunts that rock bands pull-off during their shows, only a few weeks ago I saw KISS frontman Paul Stanley fly across Birmingham’s NEC Arena for a rendition of ‘I Was Made For Lovin’ You’. However, putting the zip-lines and pyrotechnics to shame, Bon Jovi went a step further this week by playing ON TOP of London’s O2 Arena!
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Thursday, 10 June 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Northern Ireland’s number one indie export Snow Patrol have revealed that they will be starting work on a brand new album this autumn with a sixth studio album expected in 2011.
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Wednesday, 09 June 2010 |
Written by Matt Hamm
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Keane have announced that will play a surprise acoustic set at this month’s Glastonbury festival. Astride the Avalon Stage, the band will treat fans to a stripped version of their music on the final day of the event.
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Wednesday, 09 June 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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With over 27 albums and sales of over 6 million to date - ALED JONES - Singer, actor, radio and TV presenter - has announced a brand new 20 date UK Tour including a show at London's prestigious Cadogan Hall on November 29th.
Loved by the nation for his pure treble voice - Aled Jones has just celebrated his 25th year/silver jubilee as a household name and his career is going from strength to strength. Aled has been a regular on Songs of Praise for circa 7 years and is also the youngest presenter to appear on the show- as well as having his own radio show on BBC Radio 2 every Sunday morning from 7-9am called Good Morning Sunday with Aled Jones.
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Wednesday, 09 June 2010 |
Written by Adam Brown
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Hailing from Guildford, Without Thought have flirted with smashing their local punk/metal scene in a big way since the release of 2004 EP, ‘The Canvas Will Burn Your Eyes’. Several singles later, productivity was halted after one band member suffered a fairly serious injury, which rendered them unable to play.
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Wednesday, 09 June 2010 |
Written by Adam Brown
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Those familiar enough with the Leeds music scene to know who The Smokestacks were will no doubt be pleased to hear that former singer/guitarist William Gray has released his first self-produced solo mini-album in the wake of their split.
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Wednesday, 09 June 2010 |
Written by Adam Simpson
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Concerto For The Undead is Stigma’s second commercial release, since the Italian death metal 4 piece formed in 2000. The relentless, ear splitting 10 track record is a nonstop mass of heavy metal guitar riffs, relentless, skin splitting drumming and horrific barking, shouting and screaming. Give that man a throat sweet.
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