Coldplay Play Surprise Gig At Somerset Pub

Coldplay surprised locals at a Somerset pub on Monday night, playing a set alongside Conor Maynard, Chas and Dave and Becky Hill.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Canterbury Release 'Dark Days' Album Trailer

Ahead of this weekend’s album listening party, Surrey four-piece Canterbury have released a teaser trailer for their long awaited third album ‘Dark Days’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Four Tet Shares Unreleased Tracks

Four Tet has released a collection of previously unheard music.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Natives Release 'Going In Alone' EP As Free Download

Hotly-tipped Hampshire quintet, Natives, have today released the ‘Going In Alone’ EP as a free download. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Edinburgh Picture House To Close

Edinburgh’s Picture House will close as a live music venue in January.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Beyonce's Surprise New Album Breaks iTunes Sales Record

Beyoncé has broken iTunes sales records with her self-titled surprise album, according to the music retailer and the singer's label, Columbia.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Starkill Announced As Support Act For Turisas' UK And European Tour

Melodic death metal outfit Starkill have been confirmed as the support act for Turisas’ forthcoming UK and European tour.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 16 December 2013

Muse Hint At New Album By 2015

Muse frontman Matt Bellamy has suggested that their next record will arrive in 2015.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 16 December 2013

My Chemical Romance's Greatest Hits To Feature Unreleased Material

My Chemical Romance have revealed that their forthcoming greatest hits compilation will feature previously unreleased material.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 16 December 2013

New Dead Weather Single Revealed

The Dead Weather have released the first in a string of singles that will pave the way for a new full-length record, which is expected in 2015.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 13 December 2013

The Child Of Lov Dies Aged 26

The Child Of Lov, real name Martijn Teerlinck, has died aged 26.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Friday, 13 December 2013

Timber Timbre Announce Album Release Date And Unveil Teaser Clip

Canadian folk outfit Timber Timbre have announced the release date of their next record.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 13 December 2013

Katy B Announces New Album Details

Katy B has announced further details for her second studio album, ‘Little Red’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 13 December 2013

Slipknot Part Ways With Drummer Joey Jordison

Slipknot have parted ways with their drummer, Joey Jordison.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 13 December 2013

Beyonce Releases Surprise Self-Titled Album

Beyoncé has released a self-titled 'visual album' in what is a major surprise.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Friday, 13 December 2013

Combichrist Announce Details Of New Album

US outfit Combichrist are set to release their new album 'We Love You' on March 24 via Out Of Line Music.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 December 2013

New Found Glory Part Ways With Guitarist Steve Klein

New Found Glory have parted ways with guitarist Steve Klein.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 December 2013

Damon Albarn Posts Solo Album Teaser

Blur frontman Damon Albarn has posted a teaser video for his forthcoming solo album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 December 2013

Kelis Signs To Ninja Tune, Readies New Album 'Food' For April Release

Kelis has signed with Ninja Tune and will release a new record, 'Food', on April 28.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 December 2013

Sam Smith Wins BRITs 2014 Critics' Choice Award

Sam Smith has won the BRITs 2014 Critics' Choice award.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Thursday, 12 December 2013

Led Zeppelin Catalogue Now Available On Spotify

Led Zeppelin are the latest band to make their back catalogue available for streaming via Spotify, joining fellow bands reluctant to embrace the streaming platform, Metallica and Pink Floyd.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2013

X Factor And AC/DC Leading The Charge For Christmas #1

Each year, as December rolls around, the Christmas #1 debate gets underway. It's a contest to catch the attention of modern pop fans, social media campaigners and the odd uncle who's keen to see a return to the good old days.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Flying Lotus Uploads Zip File Of Unreleased Music

Flying Lotus has released a 24-track Zip folder of previously unreleased music.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Musicians Cancel SeaWorld Gigs

Country legend Willie Nelson is among a number of musicians who have pulled out of gigs at SeaWorld after seeing the Blackfish documentary.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Above & Beyond Line-Up Acoustic Record and Live Film

Trance trio Above & Beyond have announced a new acoustic album and live concert film.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Lost Johnny Cash Record Set For Release In 2014

'Out Among The Stars', a lost collection of music by country legend Johnny Cash, is set to see a release in March 2014.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Enter Shikari Release 'Live In The Barrowland' Set

Enter Shikari will close out the year by releasing 'Live In The Barrowland', the latest in their 'Bootleg Series'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Dolly Parton Announces 'Blue Smoke' Album Details

The iconic Dolly Parton has announced that her anticpated 'Blue Smoke' album will be released in New Zealand/ Australia on January 31 2014, to coincide with her international Blue Smoke World Tour which will hit New Zealand and Australia in February. In addition, 'Blue Smoke' will be released in the US and Europe in May 2014, in advance of the tour hitting England, Ireland, Scotland, Denmark, Germany, Norway and Sweden.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 December 2013

Vevo Unveils Top 10 Most Viewed Music Videos Of 2013

Vevo has unveiled the video platform's 10 most popular music videos of 2013.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 09 December 2013

Nominations Revealed For Grammy Awards

The nominees for 2014’s Grammy Awards have been announced.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 09 December 2013