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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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U2 guitarist The Edge has updated fans on the state of Bono’s injury, claiming that the singer was in “severe pain”.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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In other news concerning the Stones, a few days ago it was claimed for the second time in eight months that drummer Charlie Watts was to quit touring with the band due to his age. The Rolling Stones have now rubbished such claims issuing a statement denying that Charlie Watts is departing.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Adam Simpson
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Cha Cha are a relatively unknown London band comprising; Blain McGuigan (Vocals/Bass), Alex Cameron Ward (Backing Vocals/Guitar) and Samuel Garbutt (Drums). Their debut album We Are is a superb demonstration of talent, experimentation and uniqueness which should have been titled “We Are Great!”
Their sound is catchy and a subtle mix of many genres and influences, but definitely their own, they describe their sound as “a cross between dirty pop hymns and offbeat disco rock” and I guess that sums it up pretty well. It is an upbeat and funky sound, perfect for the summer.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Dance DJ icon Fatboy Slim will be joining forces with House music giant Herve for a new single set for release later this year.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Fresh from their triumph on the UK album chart with the re-release of their classic album ‘Exile On Main Street’, the Rolling Stones are facing some vicious rumours that members of the band are splitting from the group.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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London electro-rock duo The Big Pink have found themselves in a bit of trouble after one half the pair thumped a fan during a recent show in the US.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Cartoon pop group Gorillaz are set to be replacing Irish rock giants U2 at Glastonbury this summer.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Nigel Sachdev
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Black Mountain have revealed details of their first UK tour in two years, to coincide with the release of their as-yet-untitled 3rd studio album on Jagjaguwar Records.
The new tour will follow on from their brief visit to the UK in July to perform sets at Latitude & T in the Park festivals, along with squeezing in two already sold out shows at London’s Lexington on July 13th and 14th.
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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‘Beady Eye’ has been confirmed as the name and it’s made up of himself and former bandmates Andy Bell, Gem Archer and Chris Sharrock. The group have also released their first official photograph.
Currently recording their debut record alongside respected producing guru Steve Lillywhite, famed for his work with U2, The Rolling Stones, Morrissey and Peter Gabriel, Beady Eye are holed up in the studio “working on their way of looking at the world.”
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Wednesday, 26 May 2010 |
Written by Nigel Sachdev
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Cambridgeshire's epic-rock act The Perfect Crime will release their debut album, "Everything Else Can Wait", via Speechless Records on August 16th and to celebrate the upcoming release the band are offering album opener, "Hailstones", as a free download.
The Perfect Crime recorded their album in March with top producer Pete Miles (King Blues, Crazy Arm, Failsafe, The Steal etc.) at Holne Bridge Studios in Devon.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Adam Simpson
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This short, 5 track album from the Spaniard Javier Moreno is a blend of striking Spanish folk music and upbeat flamenco. This is Javier’s second release, following the release of his first album Un Tesoro, which was sung in Spanish tongue. This album is sung in English beautifully with small passages of Spanish language, which are used creatively and add authenticity to the Mediterranean sound.
Javier has been on the scene in this country since 2006 and this album should definitely give him the credit that he justly deserves. It is not mainstream by any stretch of the imagination, nor is it bound for huge success or popularity but do not let that put you off.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Adam Simpson
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The Fun Lovin’ Criminals have been around now since they formed in New York in 1993. There alternative hip hop/rock style and injections of jazz, funk and soul, coupled with comedy in the bands lyrics have generally been well accepted by the British Public with their past albums, although I doubt this album, Classic Fantastic will do much chart climbing.
There first album in 5 years and there 6th in total lacks any really good tracks and generally lacks any imagination, the lyrics are horribly simple, even with the inclusion of Roots Manuva on track 5, Keep On Yellin’ There are a few plusses, there’s some good beats and funky rhythms and some good retro 70’s soul, but there is no comedy or fun in the lyrics or vocals to really back up any of the musical merits.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Stereoboard.com
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Following her amazing performance at Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Marina and the Diamonds, AKA Greek/Welsh 24 year old Marina Diamandis, is proud to announce the release of new single "Oh No" on July 26th through 679.
Recorded last year in LA with recent Ivor Novello award winner, Greg Kurstin, “Oh No” was the final track completed for her debut album, but has already become a firm fan favourite. The video will be directed by Kinga Burza, who last worked with Marina on her “Hollywood” video and the single package will feature remixes by Grum, Jaymo and Andy George, Steve Pitron and Max Sanna as well as Active Child.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Grinderman, the hard-rocking, sleazy alter-ego of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, have released details of their highly anticipated second album as well as news of a short string of UK shows.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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American group Eels have released details of their new album as well as a short UK tour, set to kick-off in August.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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British songwriting legend Paul Weller is planning to stream the fourth gig of his current five-night stint at the Royal Albert Hall.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Indie-punk band The Futureheads have announced a date for the release of their new single ‘I Can Do That’, which is now set for release on 28th June.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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A mixture of rock veterans, fresh-faced indie-kids and fringey emo’s gathered outside BBC headquarters last Saturday 22nd May, in support of BBC 6 Music.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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One of the biggest bands on the planet, U2, have had to cancel some shows, including Glastonbury, on their biggest tour in over a decade.
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Tuesday, 25 May 2010 |
Written by Jon Stickler
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Yet more sad news and another loss to the music world, as Slipknot bassist Paul Gray is found dead in a hotel in Iowa, USA.
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