Tyler The Creator Reported To Aussie Police After Woman Claims He Verbally Abused Her On Stage

Controversial rapper Tyler, the Creator has allegedly been reported to Australian police - after apparently ‘verbally abusing’ a woman who had joined in the protests against him last week.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

Def Leppard Guitarist Viv Campbell Diagnosed With Cancer

Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell has revealed that he is currently battling cancer. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

Nina Nesbitt Announces New EP 'Way In The World'

Following the success of her ‘Stay Out’ EP, Nina Nesbitt will release her new EP ‘Way in the World’ on 22 July through Island Records. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

Liam Gallagher: 'One Direction Are Shit - But At Least They're Having A Good Time'

Liam Gallagher has once again hit out at - and at the same time, praised - One Direction, this time describing their music as ‘shit’ while simultaneously bigging up their rock star attitudes!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

The Rolling Stones Joined By Arcade Fire's Win Butler At Montreal Gig Last Night - Watch Now

The Rolling Stones are known for inviting some of music’s most respected and well-loved musicians to join them on stage to perform with them, and on their current US tour, it’s been no different; the likes of superstar singer Katy Perry, ex-boyfriend hating country star Taylor Swift, and rock god Dave Grohl have all appeared alongside them - and last night, Arcade fire’s Win Butler became the latest!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

Simon Cowell Egged During Britain's Got Talent Live Final

Simon Cowell may be one of the biggest forces in the pop music industry right now, but there’s no denying he’s probably one of the most hated, too - there’s always stories of celebrities and musicians alike damning Cowell and his X Factor/Britain’s Got Talent shows. But, over the weekend, Cowell was attacked by someone he most likely wasn’t expecting one bit - after a contestant on BGT threw eggs at him!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

PlayStation To Stream The Metal Hammer Golden Gods 2013

PlayStation is to exclusively stream the Orange Amplification Metal Hammer Golden God Awards 2013. In a global deal with TeamRock, access to the live performances, award presentations and the artists will be available to watch live for the first time.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

Kings Of Leon Announce Release Of New Album 'Mechanical Bull'

Tennessee rockers Kings Of Leon will release their new album, titled 'Mechanical Bull', on Monday 24 September.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 June 2013

Guitarist Adrian Belew Quits Nine Inch Nails

Following the big news of a new single, new album and live dates, guitarist Adrian Belew has announced he has quit Nine Inch Nails less than four months after joining the band.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

Heart Of A Coward Sign To Century Media Records

UK metallers Heart Of A Coward have inked a worldwide deal with Century Media Records. The quintet hailing from Milton Keynes has recently hit the studio to record their second ferocious album and follow-up to their debut album 'Hope & Hindrance' that was released in 2012. The yet untitled album is scheduled for a release before the end of 2013.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

DJ Green Lantern Remixes Iggy Azalea's 'Bounce' - Listen Now

New York DJ and producer Green Lantern has remixed Iggy Azalea's new track ‘Bounce’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

Vista Chino Unveil New Album Title And Artwork

Vista Chino, the band formed by John Garcia and Brant Bjork (formerly of Kyuss), have finished work on their new album. Today the band has unveiled the album title as well as the cover art for the record. The album is titled 'Peace' and the artwork for the album was created by the renowned California art collective - The Date Farmers.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

Interactive Movie Poster And Screenings Announced For 'Springsteen & I' Documentary

Tickets go on sale today for the highly anticipated worldwide cinema broadcast of ‘Springsteen & I’ on 22 July 2013. Cinemas in over 50 countries around the globe will broadcast the music documentary and collective filmmaking experience, created for the fans, by the fans, which includes Bruce Springsteen's most loved songs and unseen legendary performances throughout his career. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

'Queens Of The Stone Age's New Record May Be Best Rock Album For Five Years', Says Sir Elton John

The new Queens of the Stone Age album may be the best rock album for the past five years - according to the band’s collaborator Sir Elton John!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

A$AP Rocky Cuts German Gig Short After Crowd-Member Steals His Hat

New York rapper A$AP Rocky may have made a fair amount of cash in the past couple of years, but that doesn’t mean he’ll be okay with you taking some of his stuff - as witnessed by a crowd in Germany, who saw a gig cut short after an audience member nicked his hat!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 June 2013

One Direction Launch New Fragrance - Our Moment

One Direction’s brand new fragrance - which they’ve been teasing fans about all day - is to be called ‘Our Moment’ according to tweets from the boys, following it’s launch in London earlier today.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Nine Inch Nails Announce New Album, Debut New Single And Announce US Tour

Trent Reznor’s new look Nine Inch Nails announced that their new album would be called ‘Hesitation Marks’, following the unveiling of their brand new track ‘Came Back Haunted’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Green Day Set New Attendance Record For Emirates Stadium

American punk-rockers Green Day have officially set a new attendance record for the Emirates Stadium in London, following their epic gig their at the start of the month.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

One Direction To Announce New '1D Fragrance' Later Today

World beating boyband One Direction are capitalising on their global fame - and have revealed that they’ll be announcing a brand new fragrance later today.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Lostprophets Frontman Ian Watkins To Stand Sex Offence Trial In November

The trial of Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins will kick off in November, according to reports from WalesOnline.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Tyler The Creator Faces Australian Protestors

Tyler, the Creator is no stranger to controversy - if you know who the rapper is, you’ve probably heard at least one or two stories about him coming under fire for something, be it his wild on-stage antics, or his lewd lyrics. So, it’s almost no surprise that he’s attracted a buttload of protesters on his tour of Australia!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Editors Unveil New Track 'The Sting' - Listen Now

Editors have unveiled new track The Sting, which features on the digital bundle and 7" of of their forthcoming single release A Ton of Love which is out June 17. A Ton Of Love’ is taken from Editors fourth studio album, ‘'The Weight Of Your Love'’, which follows on July 1.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Labrinth Takes Down 50 Fans With Ill-Judged Stage Dive

Pop and dance singer-songwriter Labrinth has followed in the footsteps (or flight pattern, should we say!) of American star Miguel - by taking out a number of audience members with an ill-judged jump into the crowd!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

The Sea & I Announce Release Of Eponymous Debut EP

Indie-folk outfit The Sea & I have announced that their eponymous debut EP will hit shelves on July 15th - as well as unveiling the brand new music video for it’s lead single ‘Improve’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Sacred Mother Tongue Recruit New Bassist

Sacred Mother Tongue have announced Craig Daws as their brand new bass player, replacing recently-departed Josh Gurner. Ex-Army man Craig (pictured, second from right) hails from Swindon and got into playing bass through his love of Metallica and the late, great Cliff Burton.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Paris Jackson Hospitalised Following Sucide Attempt

Paris Jackson - the daughter of late superstar Michael Jackson - tried to commit suicide in the early hours of yesterday, according to reports circulating the web.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 June 2013

Enter Shikari To Release New Track 'Radiate' Next Week

Post-hardcore outfit Enter Shikari have announced that they’ll be releasing brand new track ‘Radiate’ on June 10th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 05 June 2013

The Rides - Stephen Stills, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Barry Goldberg - Announce Debut Album

The Rides - the new all-star blues rock supergroup featuring guitarist Stephen Stills (Buffalo Springfield, CSN, Crosby Stills Nash & Young), guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd and keyboardist Barry Goldberg (Electric Flag) release their debut album 'Can’t Get Enough' on CD, digitial download, and vinyl in the UK on August 26 via Provogue Records.  

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 05 June 2013

Little Mix Make US Chart History With 'DNA' Album

Little Mix soar into the top 5 of the US Billboard 200 album chart with their debut album 'DNA' selling over 50,000 copies entering the chart at Number 4. The band makes US chart history as the first ever British girl group to debut in the Top 5 with their debut album release, surpassing the Spice Girls’ record with their debut album 'SPICE' entering the charts at Number 6 in 1997. Globally, 'DNA' has entered the Top 5 in 7 countries and Little Mix has sold over 2 million records worldwide.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 05 June 2013

Spring Offensive Release New Single 'Speak' As Free Download

Spring Offensive release new single Speak as a free download today. Self produced and mixed by Emre Ramazanoglu (Warpaint, Palma Violets, Summer Camp) Speak shows off a fresh side to the band with it's hypnotic driving loop and clattering rhythms underpinning their more familiar group harmonies and evocative lyrics. To download Speak, click here.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 05 June 2013