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Fans Lap Up £500 Million Worth of Gig Tickets in 2009
The demand for live gigs is soaring despite a hike in ticket prices, according to industry figures. Ticket sales at the UK and Ireland’s largest venues grew by 40 per cent in 2009, reaching over £500 million in total. The figures, published in industry mag Music Week, show the UK’s live music scene is thriving.
Written by: TJ Ireland | Date: Wednesday, 07 April 2010
Jamie T Announces Two Warm-Up Gigs & Tickets
Jamie Alexander Treays, better known as Jamie T, has announced two shows in Lincoln and Liverpool for June – incidentally just before the Glastonbury Festival!
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 07 April 2010
Cypress Hill Schedule Two Summer UK Shows & Tickets
American hip-hop superstars Cypress Hill have announced two small shows at Brixton and Glasgow Academy for June this year.
Muse to be Awarded With Silver Clef
Double 2010 NME award winners, Muse are to be given the Silver Clef award after their Glastonbury performance.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Wednesday, 07 April 2010
Jay Z To Make Guest Appearance on Dr Dre’s New Album
Hip Hop mogul and all round legend, Jay Z is to make a guest appearance on the first single from another Hip Hop hero in Dr Dre’s long awaited new album Detox. Due to be released later this month, the new track Under Pressure will be the Dr’s first in more than 10 years.
Blink 182 Add Three Extra Shows To UK Summer Visit & Tickets
Blink-182 have added three arena shows to their UK visit, either side of their already confirmed appearance at the Reading and Leeds Festival.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 06 April 2010
Bloc Party Singer Kele Announces Debut Solo Album Details 'The Boxer'
Bloc Party singer Kele Okereke is set to release his first solo album called The Boxer on June 21st. It sees the enigmatic frontman push the boundaries of pop and electronica to boldly step out as a genuinely thrilling artist in his own right. With Bloc Party currently in hiatus, Kele had originally intended to walk away from music for a year. He began his sabbatical at the gym, learning to kick-box and settling into the flat he had just bought, something he refers to as ‘the first grown up thing I had ever done.’
Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Tuesday, 06 April 2010
Zappa Plays Zappa Comes To The UK This Summer & Tickets
Zappa plays Zappa, a tribute to the the legendary rock guitarist and composer Frank Zappa, comes to the UK this summer with a series of shows in July.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Saturday, 03 April 2010
The Alarm's Former Frontman Mike Peters Confirms Three UK Shows & Tickets
Future King of Rhyl and frontman of 1980’s indie rockers The Alarm, Mike Peters has announced three shows for October and November this year.
Bluesman Stephen Dale Petit Schedules Summer UK Tour & Tickets
London-based pioneer in new blues music Stephen Dale Petit has announced a summer tour of the UK, and what’s even better, its cheap as hell!
The Get Up Kids Announce Two UK Shows This June & Tickets
American indie rock band The Get Up Kids have announced two special shows in London and Birmingham this June.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 02 April 2010
65daysofstatic Preview New Album With UK Tour In May & Tickets
Sheffield rockers 65daysofstatic are to road-test their new album with an upcoming UK tour in May.
Keane in Surprise Headline Slot for Download Festival
Keane have been announced as the surprise addition to Donnington's Download Festival.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Thursday, 01 April 2010
MGMT Announce Autumn UK & Ireland Tour Dates & Tickets
MGMT will be back in the UK & Ireland this September, playing their biggest headline tour to date kicking off with a show in Dublin on Thursday 16th September. With the release of their hotly-anticipated second album, ‘Congratulations’, fast approaching on 12th April, and with many critics already declaring it a masterpiece, these live shows are set to be some of the most in demand of the autumn.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 01 April 2010
Eric Prydz To Headline Cream Easter Bash at Nation
Cream hosts its first event of the year at Nation for its annual Easter mash up and have once again pulled together one of the hottest line ups you’ll see this year. Electro super producer Eric Prydz leads the proceedings in the Main Room, returning for yet another onslaught following his outstanding set at Cream’s 17th Birthday last year.
Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Delays Confirm Forthcoming UK Shows & Ticket Details
Southampton band Delays have been described as British rock’s best kept secret, judge for yourself as the band announce shows across England and Scotland this summer.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Air Announce One-Off London Show This Summer & Tickets
Daft Punk’s ‘younger brothers’ Air have released details of a one-off show in London’s HMV Forum later this year on July 10th.
Gloria Cycles Announce UK Tour Dates & Debut Album Details
The utterly intriguing Gloria Cycles will release their debut album 'Campsite Discotheque' on April 5th, with a nationwide UK tour to accompany the album release. 'Campsite Discotheque' is described as being "a gloriously quirky collection of twelve songs oozing with wit and charm, meaningful lyrics and blissful melodies, which twist and turn throughout, accompanied by blustery guitars and upbeat basslines."
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Kid Sister Daydreaming for Ultraviolet Debut Album Success - Watch New Video
New Rap/Hip-Hop Kid on the block, Kid Sister is set to create waves in 2010 with her acclaimed debut long player, ‘Ultraviolet', released on May 3rd. The album will be preceded by the single 'Daydreaming' on April 19th, watch the video below! ‘Ultraviolet’ may have been put together with some of the hottest producers around, but there is no doubt this is Kid Sister’s album. From the off, her personality, her charisma envelop this record. Single minded and with the rhymes and chops that make her stand out, it a scorching, eclectic album that is a really bold modern day pop record.
Kings of Leon Support Acts Announced for Hyde Park Show
Kings of Leon have announced the support acts for their huge sold out show in Hyde Park this summer. Tennessee alt-rockers Kings of Leon will be joined on the bill by The Black Keys, The Drums, The Whigs & The Features for the outdoor show in London on Wednesday 30th June 2010.
Band Of Horses Announce New Album Tracklisting & Single
Seattle’s Band of Horses have announced the tracklisting for new album ‘Infinite Arms’, as well as the details of their new single.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Wednesday, 31 March 2010
Modest Mouse Announce Two UK Shows & Tickets
Following yesterday’s announcement that they will be performing at the Reading and Leeds festival this year, Modest Mouse will also play two shows in Newcastle and Liverpool.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Release Date Set For Chemical Brothers New Album 'Further'
British dance duo The Chemical Brothers have announced that June 7th will be the release date of their new album ‘Further’.
Two Door Cinema Club Hoping Something Good Can Work + Video & Tour
Two Door Cinema Club will release the third single from their critically acclaimed debut 'Tourist History' on the 3rd May 2010 with 'Something Good Can Work'. They boys trekked all the way to Gran Canaria to shoot the new video, which can be viewed below.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Simply Minds' Jim Kerr Announces Details of Lostboy! AKA Album & Tour
Simple Minds’ frontman Jim Kerr will release his debut solo album, 'Lostboy! AKA', in the UK on 16th May 2010. Produced by Jez Coad (Simple Minds last 2 albums) and featuring Charlie Jones on bass (Robert Plant, Page & Plant, Goldfrapp) alongside long-time Simple Minds drummer Mel Gaynor, 'Lostboy! AKA' showcases a new musical alter ego for Jim, whilst retaining strong links with his 40-million selling, 33-year career with Simple Minds.
Crystal Castles Announce Intimate World Tour To Debut New Material
Crystal Castles gear up for a huge year ahead of them with a limited edition 12" release of their new track, ‘Doe Deer’. Typically abrasive and sonically arresting it sees the duo in their most raw format. Produced by Crystal Castles’ Ethan Kath, ‘Doe Deer’ is an abruptly to-the-point one minute thirty seven riot of brutally modernist, white noise punk power.
Rage Against The Machine Ask Susan Boyle to Join Summer Gig
2009’s Christmas no.1 winner’s Rage Against The Machine have asked Scottish ‘sensation’ Susan Boyle to join them on stage at their summer gig in London.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Tuesday, 30 March 2010
Blink 182, Arcade Fire & Guns n' Roses To Headline Reading & Leeds Festivals
The long anticipated line-up for the UK’s Reading and Leeds festivals has just been revealed.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 29 March 2010
Dave Grohl Talks About Recording New Foo Fighters Album
Having overcome his recent drug battle with (ahem) Caffeine, drummer, guitarist and "nicest man in rock" Dave Grohl has been talking about the new Foo Fighters album.
Another Act Booked For Glastonbury 2010 Festival
"Alright stop, collaborate and listen..." Any guesses on who's just been announced for the world famous UK Glastonbury festival?
Maccabees Due to Start Work on Third Album
South London’s indie stars the Maccabees have revealed that work is due to start on their third album. After extensively touring 2009s ‘Wall of Arms’ the band are said to be focusing on their next LP.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Monday, 29 March 2010
Ticket Exchanges Recognised by Regulator As Legitimate Part of Ticketing Industry
Stereoboard.com and other ‘secondary ticketing’ sites could soon be invited to join the body that regulates the ticketing industry in the UK. The move would allow comparison sites like Stereoboard.com and exchanges such as Seatwave, Viagogo and GetMeIn to join the Society of Ticket Agents and Retailers’ (STAR) and is seen as a positive step for credible online ticket exchanges.
Written by: TJ Ireland | Date: Monday, 29 March 2010
Gruff Rhys to Release Album With Brazilian TV Repair Man
Super Furry Animals frontman Gruff Rhys is expected to release a very unique album recorded with a Brazilian TV and video repair man called Tony Da Gatorra.
Liam Gallagher Reveals Influences Behind New Album
Former Oasis frontman and all-round hellraiser Liam Gallagher has spoken out about his influences for his new album.
Scottish Folk-Rockers Runrig Announce UK Tour & Tickets
Scottish folk-rock band Runrig have announced a series of UK shows for later this year in December.
The Libertines Hold Secret Rehearsals
The Libertines have held secret rehearsals ahead of announcing a reunion that is rumoured to feature this summer’s Reading and Leeds festival.
Wheatus Add Four UK Shows To 10th Anniversary Tour
American geek-rockers Wheatus have added four UK summer shows to their 10th Anniversary Tour.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Sunday, 28 March 2010
The Magic Numbers Return With New Album And UK Tour
The Magic Numbers have announced a new UK tour to coincide with the release of their new album ‘The Runaway’, due out this June.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Saturday, 27 March 2010
Classical Music Phenomenon Andre Rieu Announces UK Tour & Tickets
The world’s most popular classical instrumentalist, Andre Rieu, has announced his first ever UK tour, to take place this September.
Noel Gallagher Plays First Performance Of Solo Career
The former Oasis songwriter Noel Gallagher has made his first solo appearance since leaving the Manchester band.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 26 March 2010
Bryan Adams Tickets & Tour Dates Confirmed
The Groover from Vancouver, singer-songwriter Bryan Adams will be bringing his ‘Bare Bones tour' to the UK in October.
The Divine Comedy Announce Return With Two Intimate Shows & Tickets
The Divine Comedy have announced their return to the music world with the preview of tracks from their new album at two intimate venues this May.
Florence And The Machine Tickets Confirmed for Huge Outdoor Show In Cardiff
Brit award winner Florence And The Machine are set to play a huge outdoor show at Cardiff’s Coopers Field this summer.
Brand New Heavies Announce Indigo2 London Show & Tickets
Brand New Heavies have announced they will be playing a show in London later this year. The UK’s premiere soul and funk band will play Indigo2 in London on Friday 3rd December 2010.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Friday, 26 March 2010
Live Nation Unveils Plans For Digital Wristbands To Combat Ticket Fraud
Live Nation have revealed plans to combat ticket fraud, and online scams, with new technology requiring festival and gig-goers to wear digital wristbands. The world's biggest concert promoter, who recently merged with Ticketmaster to form the vertical live-music megacorporation Live Nation Entertainment, are experimenting with "smart-chip" technology to stamp out ticket fraudsters.
Echo And The Bunnymen Confirm Special UK Shows & Tickets
Post-punk heroes Echo And The Bunnymen have announced that they will perform their albums ‘Crocodiles’ and ‘Heaven Up Here’ back-to-back on a new UK tour.
Boyzone Tickets for Added Tour Dates Go On Sale
Boyzone have announced two additional dates have been added to their UK tour due to phenomenal public demand. The boyz have added new gigs in both Cardiff and Aberdeen, after tickets for the original dates were snapped up in double fast time by eager fans.
Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Thursday, 25 March 2010
Stevie Wonder Tickets for Hyde Park Gig on Presale Now
Stevie Wonder Tickets for his upcoming Hyde Park Hard Rock Calling show on June 26th are on presale now at Stereoboard.com. Official general sale for all fans starts at 9am on Friday March 26th.
Boyzone Tickets for UK Tour On Sale Thursday at 9am
Tickets for Boyzone's upcoming UK tour will go on official general sale at 9am on Thursday 25th March. Buy your tickets at face value with Stereoboard.com. The 2011 'Brother' nationwide tour will be hitting arenas across the country during February and March next year.
Robbie Williams Has Hand in ‘Three Lions’ Re-release
Pop legend turned weirdo, Robbie Williams has re-recorded ‘Three Lions’ ahead of the World Cup in South Africa.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Wednesday, 24 March 2010
