James Blake 'Doesn't Care' If Fans Download New Album For Free

English singer-songwriter James Blake has reasoned with those who pirate and share music illegally - even claiming that he doesn’t ‘care’ if people download his new album for free.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 08 April 2013

Full List Of Saved HMV Stores Revealed

The full list of the 132 HMV stores that will be saved by Hilco’s £50million rescue package has been revealed today, following today’s news that the restructuring firm will save the doomed company - in a deal that could go ahead as soon as today.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

The Rolling Stones' Charlie Watts: "I Don't Want To Play Glastonbury"

Charlie Watts, drummer for The Rolling Stones, has revealed that he doesn’t want to play the band’s up-and-coming headline slot at Glastonbury 2013 - because festivals are too windy!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Frank Turner Releases New Documentary 'The Way I Tend To Be' - Watch Now

Frank Turner has released an intimate new documentary charting his incredible personal journey from erstwhile frontman of seminal UK punk group Million Dead to internationally recognised solo artist. Directed by Gregory Nolan, and told in Frank’s own words, ‘The Way I Tend To Be’ offers fans an insight into the formative years of one of the UK’s leading musicians.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Asking Alexandria Reveal New Song 'The Death Of Me' - Listen Now

Asking Alexandria have released a brand new song online. 'The Death of Me' will be on their highly anticipated forthcoming album, 'From Death To Destiny', due for release this summer on Sumerian Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Crystal Fighters Reveal New Track 'Wave' And Announce Secret London Show

Crystal Fighters have announced the release of a second track from their hugely anticipated forthcoming album ‘Cave Rave’, which will be released on Zirkulo/PIAS/Atlantic on 27th May 2013. It’s a euphoric future anthem entitled ‘Wave’, the perfect soundtrack to the start of summer. Having debuted on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show, 'Wave' is now available on Soundcloud here.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Bristol Man Arrested For Driving 'Under The Influence Of Drum And Bass'

Ali G, your reputation as the baddest, meanest junglist in town is on the line this week - as a man in Bristol has been arrested and banned from driving after being caught behind the wheel under the influence of drum and bass!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

The Rolling Stones Release Standing Plan For Hyde Park Concert

Following this morning's frenzied rush for tickets, fans can now check out the layout of the standing area for The Rolling Stones live in London's Hyde Park this summer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Black Spiders Return With Jäger Flavoured 'Creatures' Teaser From New Album - Listen Now

Black Spiders are back with new music! The band have teamed up with their good friends at Jägermeister Towers to give fans (of both the band and the fragrant after dinner sipping cordial) the very first taste of the brand new Black Spiders album with 'Creatures', a track that became a live favourite at the end of 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Christine McVie To Join Fleetwood Mac Onstage For London Gigs?

Ex-Fleetwood Mac star Christine McVie has confessed that she’d love to get back onstage with her former bandmates when they hit London later this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

HMV To Sign £50million Rescue Package With Hilco, According To Reports

The prayers of HMV and it’s doomed workers seem to have been answered this week - as they’re reportedly set to sign a £50million rescue package with Hilco, the company who owns HMV Canada

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

The Rolling Stones' Mick Jagger Reveals 'Boring' Pre-Concert Routine

The Rolling Stones star Mick Jagger has revealed his pre-concert routine - and it involves a lot of ‘boring discipline’, and leading a rather ‘dull’ life in the months prior to the gig!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Black Sabbath Unveil '13' Album Artwork And Snippet Of New Song - Listen Now

The legendary Black Sabbath have unveiled the artwork for their anticipated new studio album '13'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 05 April 2013

Wiley Walks Away From Warner?

The King of Grime himself Wiley seems to have walked away from his record label Warner Records, as they’re apparently forcing him to release a single he doesn’t want to put out.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

New Classic Rock And Metal Hammer Owners TeamRock To Launch Ad-Free Digital Radio Station

TeamRock - the company who recently purchased both Classic Rock and Metal Hammer - have announced that they’ll be launching a brand new, ad-free DAB radio station, as they continue to make waves in the music scene.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

The Rolling Stones Spotify Playlist - Listen Now

Its official! The Rolling Stones are returning to the live stage this summer, performing a special show at London's Hyde Park on Saturday 6th July. Following the big announcement, now the dust has settled, next our attention turns to grabbing those all important (and bloody expensive) tickets when they go on general sale at 9am tomorrow, Friday 5th April.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Bring Me The Horizon 'Sempiternal' In UK Album Chart Battle With Imagine Dragons

Bring Me The Horizon’s brand new album 'Sempiternal' is currently battling it out at the top of this week’s UK album chart midweeks with US indie rockers Imagine Dragons.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

The Joy Formidable Announce Limited Edition Record Store Day Release

The Joy Formidable will release two new songs as part of this year’s Record Store Day. A 12” featuring a brand new, previously unheard track, ‘A Minute’s Silence’ will be backed by the band’s cover of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Badlands’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Beyonce Unveils New Pepsi Advertisement 'Mirrors' - Watch Now

American superstar Beyonce has unveiled a brand new advert for Pepsi she’s put together, called ‘Mirrors’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Lady Gaga Rejected $1Million Offer To Play Republican National Convention Last Year

Eccentric pop superstar Lady Gaga turned down a $1,000,000 offer to perform at a Republican National Convention last year, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Kiss Fan Suing Live Nation Over Cannon Blast Injury

A Kiss fan is suing Live Nation after being injured by debris from a cannon explosion. The incident took place during a show at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in St Louis, Missouri in August last year.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Avril Lavigne Gets Naked For New Single Cover Art

Canadian singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne has unveiled the brand new artwork for her forthcoming new single ‘Here’s to Never Growing Up’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

The Rolling Stones Talk About Difficult 1969 Show At Hyde Park

Mick Jagger and his Rolling Stones bandmates have opened up about the difficulty of playing their first gig without guitarist Brian Jones back in 1969, following yesterday’s announcement of their Hyde Park gig this summer.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Attacks Against Metal, Emo, Punk, Or Goth Fans To Be Treated As Hate Crimes

Attacks against cliques of music fans - such as those who involve themselves with the metal, emo, punk, or goth scene - are to be treated as hate crimes by police in Manchester, according to new reports.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 04 April 2013

Yeah Yeah Yeahs To Stream 'Mosquito' Album At "Listening Party" Tonight At 8PM

Yeah Yeah Yeahs can’t wait any longer! The new album 'Mosquito' is out April 15th and that’s just days away! With the band hitting the road it’s time everybody learns all the new songs. Yeah Yeah Yeahs want to round up fans all over the world to experience the album in one place, at one time, all giving input together. Now it can be done!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 03 April 2013

Misty Miller Unveils New Track 'Anything For You' - Listen Now

Misty Miller’s 'Anything For You' is the follow-up to her debut EP ‘Girlfriend’ that was released in February.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 03 April 2013

Tyler The Creator: "Justin Bieber Rejected Track Me And Frank Ocean Penned"

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber rejected a song written for him by Tyler, the Creator and Frank Ocean, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 03 April 2013

Big Beyonce Announcement Coming Tomorrow At 2pm UK Time

American superstar Beyonce could be set to announce details of what will be her fifth studio album tomorrow, after a new teaser video hit YouTube earlier today.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 03 April 2013

Michael Jackson Family VS AEG Live Case Kicks Off

The trial between AEG Live and the Michael Jackson family - who have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the concert promoter - has begun in Los Angeles this week, as the Jacksons seek justice for the death of their superstar son, who passed away in 2009.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 03 April 2013

Dave Grohl Names David Bowie's 'Let's Dance' As Favourite Air-Drumming Album Of All Time

Foo Fighters star and former Nirvana sticksman Dave Grohl has revealed his all-time favourite air-drumming album - David Bowie’s ‘Let's Dance!’

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 03 April 2013