Memorial Service For Slayer's Jeff Hanneman Goes Ahead Smoothly; Kerry King Thanks Fans

The public memorial for Slayer superstar Jeff Hanneman went ahead smoothly yesterday, with guitarist Kerry King thanking the legions of fans for their support - and without a sign of the evil Westboro Baptist Church.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 24 May 2013

British Lotus F1 Team To Use Daft Punk Car In Monaco Grand Prix

Britain's Lotus Formula One team will be hoping they ‘Get Lucky’ at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend - as they’re using a car covered in Daft Punk decals and graphics to compete in it!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 24 May 2013

Sharleen Spiteri Talks About The New Texas Album ’The Conversation’ - Listen Now

In their 25th anniversary year Texas released their brand new studio album ’The Conversation’ through [PIAS] Recordings earlier this week, May 20th. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Into The Flood Announce Debut Album Release Date

Seattle-based metal outfit Into the Flood have announced that their debut album ‘Vices’ will hit shelves on June 17th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Bruce Springsteen Unveils Details Of ’Springsteen & I’ Global Screening

On 22nd July 2013 ‘SPRINGSTEEN & I’ will be broadcast to cinema screens worldwide exclusively by Arts Alliance Media in an ambitious, simultaneous, global big screen event.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

The Proclaimers Announce New Single ’Not Cynical’ & UK Tour Dates

Following the first play this morning of their new single ‘Not Cynical’ on Chris Evans’ BBC Radio 2 show, The Proclaimers have announced the release of 'The Very Best Of The Proclaimers'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Daft Punk Reveal Man Once Took Advantage Of Band's Mysterious Identity - To Run Up A Huge Bar Tab!

Thomas Bangalter, one half of French house superstars Daft Punk, has revealed how a man once assumed his identity - and used it to rack up a massive bar tab!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Paul McCartney Writes Letter To Russian Officials In Support Of Hunger-Striking Pussy Riot Member

One of the jailed members of Russian punk protest band has gone on hunger strike after being refused the right to attend her own parole meeting - and now, Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney has written a letter to Russian officials in support of her.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Queens Of The Stone Age Frontman Josh Homme Reckons People Think He's An 'Evil Dictator'

Queens of the Stone Age frontman Josh Homme has claimed that he reckons a lot of people think he’s an ‘evil dictator’ - saying that ‘you’ve got to be willing to make’ hard decisions in life.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Ke$ha Labelled 'Garbage' After Drinking Her Pee (Again!) On Own Television Show

After claiming last month that she had once drunk her own pee, electro-pop singer-songwriter turned a few heads - though the revelation wasn’t particularly surprising considering how weird she is anyway. Now, it appears that drinking her own pee is actually a regular thing - as she’s come under fire for doing so on her own reality television show!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Metallica Unveil Trailer For New 3D IMAX Film 'Metallica: Through The Never' - Watch Now

Heavy metal heroes Metallica have unveiled the trailer for their up and coming 3D concert film ‘Metallica: Through the Never’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Slayer Encourage Fans To Ignore Westboro Baptist Church At Jeff Hanneman's Funeral

Thrash metal titans Slayer have encouraged their fans to do the worst thing possible to the Westboro Baptist Church fools if they turn up and protest at their late bandmate Jeff Hanneman’s funeral - but rather than suggest they get aggressive (à la Cattle Decapitation’s ‘Forced Gender Reassignment video, which sees WBC trolls tortured so violently we can’t even hotlink to it!), Kerry King and co. have asked that fans simply ignore them!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 23 May 2013

Margaret Announces UK Release Of Controversial Single ’Thank You Very Much’

Pop star Margaret is bringing her European smash 'Thank You Very Much' to the UK. The track has become a huge viral hit due to it's cheeky and not-to-be-missed music video, which has amassed over 2.6 million views. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Jamie Cullum Performs Three Gigs In One Day

Jamie Cullum surprised commuters yesterday morning with an impromptu gig in the middle of rush hour at St Pancras Station. He played five songs from his new album 'Momentum' and was joined by 13 members of The National Youth Jazz Orchestra who provided a superb brass band backing to 'When I Get Famous' and 'Get Your Way'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Falling In Reverse Release New Single 'Fashionably Late'

American post-hardcore outfit Falling in Reverse have released brand new single ‘Fashionably Late’, the title track of their forthcoming second studio album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

The Computers Announce New Single, Festival Dates & One-Off London Show

Currently tearing up and down the country on their biggest UK tour to date, The Computers have announced details of a new single and confirmed several festival dates for the summer as well as a special one-off London show for John Kennedy’s XFM X-Posure Live.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Don Broco Set To Re-Release 'Hold On' Before Returning To Studio

Don Broco are set to re-release their single ‘Hold On’ via Search And Destroy on June 24th. The track is taken from their debut album 'Priorities,' which topped the UK rock chart when it was released last year. The band were also crowned iTunes Best New Rock Act of 2012 and have just completed their second sell-out tour of the UK over two months.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Bear’s Den Announce Plans For Summer 2013 & Release Mini Documentary

London based trio Bear's Den have unveiled a mini documentary featuring footage of their recent sold-out homecoming show at St Stephen's Church, London. The show coincided with the release of their acclaimed EP ‘Agape’ which is out now on Communion Records, and marked an exciting milestone in the band’s career to date, when tickets sold out months in advance.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Sound Of Contact Release Debut Concept Album 'Dimensionaut' & Reveal Live Video

Sound of Contact have officially released their debut concept album ‘Dimensionaut’ this week, and the band just wrapped up their first tour in Europe as part of the InsideOut Music 20th Anniversary shows with Spock’s Beard and Beardfish.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Satyricon Announce Details Of New Album & Special Launch Event

Extreme metal icons, Satyricon have always pushed boundaries and never conformed to what was 'expected'. That mindset continues to this day, as they are thrilled to announce a very special, exclusive show at Oslo Opera House on 8th September 2013, where they will perform together with Norway's 55-strong National Opera Chorus.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

SGN:LTD Announce New Dose Single ’What Lies Within’/’Simultaneous’ - Listen Now

Shogun Audio offshoot SGN:LTD’s latest signing Dose has returned with brand new double-sided single ‘What Lies Within’/’Simultaneous’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington Confirms He Will Stay With Stone Temple Pilots

Linkin Park star Chester Bennington has confirmed that he’ll be staying with The Stone Pilots for the foreseeable future, following his recent involvement as the band’s new singer.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Alt J To Take On New Style For Second Album?

Indie-rock stars Alt-J have revealed that their next studio album may see them taking a change in direction - after working on a new film soundtrack inspired them create ‘more free’ music.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Gentleman’s Dub Club Unveil Brand New Video/Single ’Riot’ - Watch Now

Leeds-based dub band Gentleman’s Dub Club have unveiled the brand new music video for their fresh single ‘Riot’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

KAV Releases Brand New Single 'Dirty Rejects', Featuring Zombie Boy - Listen Now

British musician Kav Sandhu - a.k.a KAV - has released brand new single ‘Dirty Rejects’, featuring fashion icon Zombie Boy.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

The Rolling Stones' Keith Richards Owes Library £20,000 - For Fines Over 50 Years Old

Although The Rolling Stones claim they can’t get no satisfaction, it seems Keith Richards did get some pleasure from reading books - and he’s confessed that he still owes library fees from over 50 years ago!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

White Wizzard Release New Track 'Strike The Iron' - Listen Now

White Wizzard have released a brand new track online, ahead of the release of their upcoming new album, 'The Devils Cut'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Brian May Slams BBC Show The Voice: "I Hope It Dies Very Soon"

Hating on reality contest shows such as The X Factor seems to be a popular sport amongst accomplished musicians at the moment - and Queen guitarist Brian May is the latest to join in, this time slamming BBC One show The Voice!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Uriah Heep & David Bowie Bassist Trevor Bolder Dies Aged 62

Trevor Bolder - a bassist who performed with London rockers Uriah Heep, as well as superstar David Bowie in the 70’s - has sadly passed away, aged 62.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Muse Rehearsals Leads To Richo Arena Stadium Fire Panic

English rock superstars Muse sparked panic amongst Coventry residents living close to the Ricoh Arena earlier this week - after rehearsals for tonight’s gig led them to believing the stadium was on fire!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 22 May 2013