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Orbital to Close Glastonbury Festival 2010
Legendary grandmasters of electronica, Orbital. have just confirmed they will be closing the Other Stage at Glastonbury Festival 2010 on Sunday 27th June. Until reforming last year, Orbital at Glastonbury 1994, was for many electronic music fans the live highlight of the decade and was rated as one of the Top 50 gigs of all time by Q Magazine. It was seen as Orbital’s spiritual home and where they bowed out in a blaze of glory in 2004 having played there a total of five times. It seems appropriate that they headline the Other Stage on this 40th Anniversary of Glastonbury.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Monday, 15 March 2010
InMe Announce UK Tour & Tickets
Passionate, Essex alternative-rock group InMe have announced a series of UK shows for May and June this year, with support coming from Fei Comodo and Envy Of The State.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 15 March 2010
"Kanye a Musical Pioneer" Says Keane’s Rice-Oxley
Keane keyboardist Tim Rice-Oxley has spoken out about his admiration for US rapper Kanye West. The band’s chief songwriter said he regarded Kanye as “one of the great musical pioneers of our age”.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Monday, 15 March 2010
Doves Announce Best Of Album, Low-Key Tour Dates & Tickets
To celebrate Doves’ forthcoming best of collection ‘The Places Between: The Best Of Doves’ on April 5th and following the band’s biggest ever headline show at Manchester Central in December, a truly memorable performance at the BBC Electric Proms and last year’s storming appearance headlining the John Peel stage at Glastonbury - Doves have announced that they will be playing a few very special shows during April and May.
The Prodigy, Courteeners, Kooks & Dizzee Rascal For Ibiza Rocks 2010 + Tickets
Ibiza Rocks turns five this summer and boy has this baby grown up! The line up speaks volumes, with The Prodigy, Kele, Florence and the Machine, The Courteeners, Dizzee Rascal, Delphic, Calvin Harris, The Kooks, Pendulum and Example already booked for the summer long celebration. Taking place every Tuesday from 08 June to 14 September at the Ibiza Rocks Hotel, it’s going to be one hell of a party, bursting with the biggest bands, DJ’s and best breakthrough talent, for 15 weeks straight.
Slash Sets Record Straight About Michael Jackson's 'Black Or White' Guitar Riff
Iconic rock guitarist Slash has ended a long standing debate by revealing that he did not play on Michael Jackson’s hit song ‘Black And White’.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 12 March 2010
Faithless New Album Details And New UK Tour Tickets
Dance group Faithless hit the road later this year in May for a six-date UK and Ireland tour.
Gorillaz Reveal UK Warm Up Shows & Tickets
Ahead of their Sunday headline performance at next month’s Coachella Music Festival, cartoon pop band Gorillaz have mapped out a s six-date UK tour for later this month.
Kate Nash Announces Extra Batch Of UK Live Dates
The returning songwriter Kate Nash has announced an extra batch of live shows to her forthcoming British and Irish tour.
Bloc Party Side Project - Pin Me Down - Announce Album Details
Bloc Party's Russell Lissack side project, Pin Me Down will follow-up their free download single of last month (Time Crisis) with a brand new single (Treasure Hunter) and debut album, both released on Monday 19 April. The new single will be available on limited edition 7” and Download.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 11 March 2010
Marina and the Diamonds Announces New Single & Tour Details
Off the back of her brilliant performance at the NME Awards as well as the release of her top 5 debut album 'The Family Jewels', Marina and the Diamonds, AKA Greek/Welsh 24 year old Marina Diamandis, will release her new single "I Am Not A Robot" on April 26th. 'I Am Not A Robot' was originally included in the release of last year's "The Crown Jewels EP" and the accompanying video by Rankin is among one of her most loved by fans.
Joan Armatrading Readies For Mammoth UK Tour & Tickets
Three time Grammy nominated Joan Armatrading, whose unique voice has deservedly built her a huge fan following worldwide, takes to the road again to play a selection of UK dates this Spring. Joan's strong rhythmic acoustic guitar playing and her melodic electric solos help to make her the consummate musician. The West Indian born British singer/songwriter has stood the test of time with songs like ‘Love And Affection,’ ‘Willow,’ ‘Drop The Pilot’ and ‘Lovers Speak.’
The Charlatans Announce Two More 'Some Friendly' Shows & Ticket Details
Due to overwhelming public demand, THE CHARLATANS have announced two further ‘Some Friendly’ dates for May 2010. Having sold out their London Roundhouse show in under two hours last month, the band have confirmed two more retrospective shows at Glasgow’s Barrowland on May 14th and Blackpool’s Empress Ballroom on May 15th.
Country Legend Willie Nelson Announces UK Tour Dates & Tickets
The American ‘outlaw entertainer’ Willie Nelson is to play two UK dates in Manchester and London.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 10 March 2010
Midlake Set To Play Two UK Summer Shows & Tickets
Beardy alternative-country-rock band Midlake will play two UK shows in June this year.
Punk Supergroup Batusis Announce Debut EP, Tour Dates & Tickets
Seminal punk icons Sylvain Sylvain (New York Dolls) and Cheetah Chrome (Rocket From The Tombs/Dead Boys) have announced their new band "Batusis" will release a 4-track EP and embark on a nationwide UK Tour in May 2010. Following their March 18th concert debut at the prestigious SXSW festival, Batusis, whose name is derived from when Adam West danced a version of the watusi on the popular Batman TV series, will release their self-titled debut EP on collectable 7” inch multi-colored vinyl and digital download on May 4th. The EP also features Enzo Penizzotto (bass) and Thommy Price (drums) of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Wednesday, 10 March 2010
Concert Promoter Live Nation Launches Operations in Germany
Live Nation, the entertainment giant that recently merged with Ticketmaster, today announced the launch of its concert promotion division in Germany, the fourth largest music market in the world. Established German promoter Johannes Wessels has been appointed Managing Director of Live Nation Germany, and will operate from his current Hamburg base. Live Nation’s first German shows will be three Lady Gaga dates in Berlin, Hamburg and Oberhausen which go on sale on 12th March.
Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Wednesday, 10 March 2010
JLS Extend UK Tour Due To Phenomenal Demand & Tickets
JLS, the most successful new group of 2009, end their incredible year by announcing their first UK Arena tour for December 2010. Due to phenomenal demand JLS have added six dates to their arena tour. With 4 shows in London already in their diary, JLS have added another to their winter tour. They will headline London’s O2 for the third time on Saturday January 15th January 2011. Plus they have added more shows in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Cardiff, Birmingham and Newcastle.
Detroit Social Club, Tiffany Page & Goldhawks for 'New to Q' Tour & Tickets
Q Magazine will launch its first New To Q tour this May. The seven-date UK tour comes on the back of Q’s New To Q Sessions showcase gigs for emerging talent at London’s Tabernacle in January and features a three-band bill.
Alkaline Trio Return To British Shores This Summer For UK Tour & Tickets
American punk rockers Alkaline Trio have announced that they will be touring the UK during May and early June this year.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 09 March 2010
Michael Buble Announces Autumn UK Tour & Tickets
Its Buble time! Yes indeed, Mr Mickey Bubbles is flying the flag once again with his new album blitzing the world, he has now announced some autumn UK shows for his current 2010 ‘Crazy Love Tour’.
Flight Of The Conchords Announce Extra Dates To UK And Ireland Tour & Tickets
New Zealand comedy duo, Jemaine Clement and Bret McKenzie, otherwise known as Flight Of The Conchords have announced extra dates to their forthcoming British and Irish tour.
James Morrison Confirms Huge Escot Park Concert & Tickets
Singer and songwriter James Morrison is set to play a huge show at Escot Park, Exeter this summer on July 16th.
Hotly-Tipped Fanfarlo Release New Single - On Tour with Mumford & Sons
Fanfarlo release a new single, "Harold T Wilkins" exclusively via Rough Trade shops as a limited edition deluxe 7" vinyl THIS WEEK featuring the b-side, "Comets".
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Tuesday, 09 March 2010
UK's Polly Mackey & the Pleasure Principle Selected To Open SXSW 2010
Out of the hundreds upon hundreds of acts performing this year, 18 year old Polly Mackey and her band the Pleasure Principle have been personally invited to deliver the first official music performance of the SXSW 2010 Music Festival at the Delegate Welcome Dinner at The Four Seasons Hotel on Wednesday 17th March. The Liverpool & North Wales based band is making their second appearance at SXSW after a blistering 9-performance debut at last year’s festival which earned them rave reviews on both sides of the Atlantic.
Changes to UK Laws Could Kill YouTube - But Save Small Gigs
Last week two controversial government proposals have resurfaced in the news that could drastically change the way fans listen, find and watch their favourite music. Firstly, video and music websites like You Tube and Vimeo could be forced to close in the UK if a controversial new version of the government’s Digital Economy Bill is made law by parliament.
Written by: TJ Ireland | Date: Tuesday, 09 March 2010
Bob Dylan To Headline UK Hop Farm Festival?
Bob Dylan is rumoured to be in the final stages of agreeing a rare European performance at this year’s Hop Farm Festival in Kent. According to an apparently well-informed source on expectingrain.com – one of the singer’s largest fan sites – Dylan will play on the opening night of the festival, which runs from the 3rd of July until the 5th.
Dizzee Rascal Confirms Autobiography On The Way
British rap star Dizzee Rascal has confirmed that he plans to publish his autobiography later this year.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 08 March 2010
Rolling Stones Talk Of Smaller Shows
Legends of British rock The Rolling Stones could be on the road again with a series of shows at more intimate venues.
Foo Fighters Begin Work On New Album
American alternative rockers Foo Fighters have announced that they will start work on recording a new album in September.
Liam Gallagher Music Rant: 'Indie Is A Disease'
Ex-Oasis singer Liam Gallagher has once again created a stir amongst the music world, this time launching a stinging attack on indie music, as well as his brother Noel.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Saturday, 06 March 2010
Thin Lizzy's 'Live And Dangerous' Voted Top Live Album Of All Time
Now over 30 years old, Thin Lizzy’s seminal live album ‘Live And Dangerous’ has been voted the top live album of all time.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 March 2010
US ‘Wiseguys’ in the Dock After Trading 1.5 Million Tickets
Three Californian men have pleaded not guilty to ticketing fraud involving up to 1.5 million tickets and worth an estimated $29 million. According to US local rag North Jersey.com, the men were arrested by the FBI on charges of fraud and computer hacking after purchasing huge numbers of tickets illegally for music concerts and sporting events.
Written by: TJ Ireland | Date: Thursday, 04 March 2010
The Black Keys Prepare For Release Of New Album
Ohio rockers The Black Keys are working on the release of their sixth studio album, entitled ‘Brothers’, on May 17th.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 04 March 2010
Lennon’s Son Defends Citroen Advert
John Lennon’s son Sean has spoken out in defence of his mother Yoko Ono’s decision to allow video footage of the Beatles legend in Citroen’s latest ad campaign for the DS3.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Thursday, 04 March 2010
LCD Soundsystem New Album To Be Their Last
James Murphy has announced that LCD Soundsytem’s latest album will be their last, spelling an end to the band after almost nine years.
Duke Special Reveals Unique Album Details And UK Tour & Tickets
One of Ireland’s most successful musical exports, Duke Special, has announced details of a new UK tour, which gets underway in Leeds on May 1st.
Corinne Bailey Rae Announces Trio of Intimate UK Shows & Tickets
Leeds based singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae will play a trio of intimate venues later this month.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 03 March 2010
Ian Brown To Play Outdoor Homecoming Gig & Tickets
King monkey and icon of cool for over 20 years, Ian Brown, is set to return to Manchester for a homecoming show in the city this summer.
Diana Vickers Announces Debut Album Details, Tour Dates & Tickets
After tickets for live dates in March sold out within days, Diana Vickers is set to play more gigs around the country in May to support the release of her debut album ‘Songs From The Tainted Cherry Tree’. The 2008 X-Factor semi finalist will be hitting the road this May for a series of gigs across the nation, starting in Liverpool on May 8th.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Wednesday, 03 March 2010
Flight of the Conchords Announce UK & European Tour Dates & Tickets
New Zealand folk comedy duo Flight of the Conchords will kick off a 15-stop European tour with dates in the Netherlands, Scandinavia, Ireland, and the UK on May 3rd, 2010 at Amsterdam’s Melkweg Max. The tour follows the second season and series finale of HBO/BBC’s hit show Flight of the Conchords as well as the release of the duo’s second full-length album, I Told You I Was Freaky. Comedians and fellow Flight of the Conchords actors Kristen Schall and Arj Barker are set to open each night.
Foals Reveal New Intimate UK Tour Details & Tickets
Oxford quintet, Foals, have announced a new UK and Ireland tour for April and May, plus details of their much-anticipated second album ‘Total Life Forever’.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 02 March 2010
Courtney Love's Band Hole Set For Three UK Shows & Tickets
Courtney Love’s Hole are to return to the UK later this year in May for three live shows.
Sir Paul McCartney Confirms Huge Outdoor UK Tour Dates & Tickets
The former Beatle, Sir Paul McCartney, has confirmed details of four huge live shows for the UK this summer. Headlining two festivals and performing at two massive stadiums, Macca will play the Isle Of Wight Festival, Hampden Park, Millennium Stadium and Hyde Park Calling, all later this year in June.
Teenage Cancer Trust Announces Full Support Line-up
Teenage Cancer Trust today announced the full support line-up for its tenth anniversary concerts at the Royal Albert Hall later this month. Little Fish will join Them Crooked Vultures on Monday 22 March to kick off the spectacular nine-night line up. The full line up for Tuesday’s comedy night has been confirmed with host James Corden, Kevin Bridges, Jason Mansford and Tommy Tiernan joining comedy heroes Jimmy Carr, Noel Fielding and Rhod Gilbert.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Tuesday, 02 March 2010
Stone Temple Pilots New Album and New UK Shows & Tickets
Stone Temple Pilots, one of the most talented yet troubled groups to emerge from the 1990’s, have announced – in addition to their Download Festival performance - two UK shows for June.
Beeb Confirms Plans to Close 6 Music – Other BBC Stations to Boost Music Output
The BBC has confirmed digital radio station 6 Music is facing closure. BBC director general Mark Thompson confirmed the plans today despite massive opposition from listeners and allegations of ‘cultural vandalism’ from the station’s founder, Phil Jupitus.
Written by: TJ Ireland | Date: Tuesday, 02 March 2010
Rob Schneider Announces First Ever London Stand-Up Shows & Tickets
Hot on the heels of his recent sold out US stand up tour (his first for 17 years), Emmy-nominated actor Rob Schneider, well known for his trademark blend of character and comedic acting has today announced that he will be bringing his hilarious stand up show to the UK for the very first time. He will be performing 2 very special stand up shows in London on 4th and 5th July as part of the E4 Udderbelly event at the Southbank Centre.
Kenny Rogers Confirms UK Tour Dates & Tickets
Veteran country music singer–songwriter Kenny Rogers has announced he will perform seven dates in the UK later this year in June.
Brits Critic’s Choice Ellie Goulding Set for UK Album Chart No.1
Indie-pop favourite Ellie Goulding is well on her way to topping the UK album chart with her debut album ‘Lights’. Released yesterday (Mar 1st) the 23 year old has a 40 percent lead over nearest rival Lady Gaga.
Written by: Matt Hamm | Date: Tuesday, 02 March 2010
