Pearl Jam Guitarist Mike McCready Talks Mind Your Manners - Listen Here

Grunge icons Pearl Jam recently unveiled their new track Mind Your Manners, the first track from their forthcoming 10th studio album 'Lightning Bolt'. Check out what band guitarist Mike McCready had to say about the track's hard-edged riff, below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

Gary Numan Announces New Album 'Splinter (Songs From A Broken Mind)'

Pioneer, chart-topper and influential artist Gary Numan has confirmed the release of new album 'Splinter (Songs From A Broken Mind)' for October 14. ‘Splinter’ features guitarist Robin Finck (Nine Inch Nails, Guns N Roses), is produced by long-standing collaborator Ade Fenton, and will be followed by a full national headline tour in November.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

System Of A Down Confirm New Studio Album?

One of the most successful alt-rock bands of all time, System Of A Down, could be working on a brand new studio album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

Within Temptation Ink New Label Deal

Symphonic rock outfit Within Temptation have found a new label home with the UK-based Dramatico. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

Manchester Arena Signs Deal With Phones 4u

Telecommuications company Phones 4u have inked a five-year sponsorship agreement with Manchester Arena. A refurbishment of both the interior and exterior of the venue, which will now be re-branded as the Phones4u Arena, will also take place as part of the multi-million pound contract.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

Arctic Monkeys Debut New Song Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High? - Listen Here

Arctic Monkeys have debuted a new song, Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High?, taken from their anticipated new album 'AM'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

Deaf Club Unveil New Single Lines And Limits

London-based five-piece Deaf Club have unveiled their brand new single, Lines and Limits.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2013

Your Face Sounds Familiar Contestant Blacks Up And Acts Blind In Offensive Stevie Wonder 'Tribute'

Stereoboard has unearthed what has got to be one of the weirdest and frankly indecent videos on the web today - a clip of a woman, known as Mando, literally ‘blacked up’ for a cover performance of Stevie Wonder’s ‘Part Time Lover’ for a TV show.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Lady Gaga States Applause Artwork Is Just One Of Many Different Looks In Her 'ARTPOP' Campaign

Eccentric pop superstar Lady Gaga has revealed that the artwork of her new single Applause doesn’t define the image of her ARTPOP campaign, and is rather just a small peek at some of the stuff she’ll treat her fans to later this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Thin Lizzy Albums 'Renegade' And 'Thunder And Lightning' Get Reissue Treatment

Legendary rockers Thin Lizzy are to release two reissues, 'Renegade' and a deluxe version of 'Thunder and Lightning' on September 23.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

The Gaslight Anthem To Take Break While They Work On New Album And Sound

Brian Fallon - frontman of American rockers the Gaslight Anthem - has opened up about the band’s fifth album, telling fans that they’re heading in a new direction.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Nirvana's 'In Utero' To Be Reissued In September

‘In Utero’ - the third album from American grunge legends Nirvana - will be reissued later this year, in honour of its 20th anniversary.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Johnny Borrell's Debut Solo Album Sells Just 594 Copies In First Week

Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell released his debut solo album ‘Borrell 1’ last week to a fair amount of critical acclaim. However, according to NME, it sold just 594 copies in its first week.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Lungs Unveil 'Loner' Video And Release Debut Single

Lungs - the new project of Guillemots guitarist MC Lord Magrao and vocalist Suzie Blake - have unveiled the brand new music video for their track ‘Loner’, following the release of their debut single ‘Faraway/Loner'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Chas & Dave Return With First New Studio Album For 27 Years

Since starting out in the early '60s as session musicians for the likes of Jerry Lee-Lewis and Gene Vincent, Chas and Dave have maintained their own inimitable musical style.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Earth Wind & Fire Reveal New Track Dance Floor - Listen Here

To celebrate reaching over 1,000,000 fans worldwide on their Facebook page, Earth, Wind & Fire have unveiled new track Dance Floor from the new album ‘Now, Then & Forever'. Listen here.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Katy Perry Announces October Release Date For 'Prism'

Katy Perry will release her new album, 'Prism', on October 22. The record is the follow-up to 2010's 'Teenage Dream'.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Justin Timberlake Announces Take Back The Night Video Premiere

Filmed in the city that never sleeps, New York, Justin Timberlake's Take Back The Night video harkens back to the days when the nightlife ruled the city and beckons everyone within earshot that the night holds endless possibilities. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Haim Announce Completion Of Debut Album And Reveal New Single The Wire - Listen Here

BBC Sound of 2013 winners Haim have announced the completion of their debut album and premiered a brand new single, The Wire.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Avicii Reveals He's Worked With Adam Lambert, Nile Rodgers and Imagine Dragons On New Album

Superstar DJ and producer Avicii has revealed that he’s worked with Nile Rodgers, Adam Lambert, and Imagine Dragons for his new album ‘#True’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Ricky Gervais' David Brent Receives Major Label Album Offers Following 'Learn Guitar' Series

Major labels are said to be interested in signing the fictional TV character David Brent to an album deal - after his ‘Learn Guitar’ YouTube channel took off.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Tiesto Remixes Ellie Goulding's Burn - Listen Here

Ellie Goulding's new single Burn has another remix, this time by one of the biggest DJs on the planet, Tiesto.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Jahmene Douglas Debut Album 'Love Never Fails' Charts At Number 1

It’s been a busy time for Jahmene Douglas. With less than a year in passing from his time on The X-Factor, Jahmene signed to RCA and last week released his debut album that charted at Number 1 in the UK.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Haim To Unveil New Single And Album Details Tonight?

LA rock outfit Haim look set to unveil a brand new single tonight, ahead of their debut album which looks set to surface in September.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

The Temperance Movement Offer Free Track Ahead Of Debut Album Release

British blues explosion the Temperance Movement have offered fans a free advance track from their upcoming self-titled debut album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Lady Gaga: Applause Is 'Full Of Happiness'

Lady Gaga will release her new single, Applause, on August 19 and has promised that it is 'full of happiness'.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

James Blunt Apologises After Accidentally Emailing 'The Whole Of The UK' About New Track

Singer-songwriter James Blunt has apologised after accidentally sending a promo email about his new track, Bonfire Hearts, to ‘the whole of the UK’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

One Direction's Louis Tomlinson And Liam Payne Working On Tracks For New Album

One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson and Liam Payne have been penning tracks for the band’s next album in their free time, according to a recent interview.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Musician And Journalist Mick Farren Dies Aged 69

English musician Mick Farren - who was also a respected journalist and author - has died aged 69 after collapsing on stage on Saturday night.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013

Incubus' Mike Einziger Opens Up About Working With Avicii On 'Wake Me Up'

Mike Einziger - guitarist for world-beating alt-rockers Incubus - has opened up about his work with Avicii on ‘Wake Me Up’, which earlier this month became the fastest-selling single of 2013 so far.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 29 July 2013