'One Direction Would Be Far Less Successful Without Twitter', Claim 5ive

Reformed English boyband 5ive have claimed that X Factor group One Direction wouldn’t be anywhere near as successful as they are without the help of social media, such as Twitter.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Man Files Battery Claim Against Canadian Superstar Justin Bieber

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber has been getting a little bit too big for his boots recently, throwing all sorts of tantrums and even brawling with paparazzi during his recent trip to the UK. Now, its been reported that he’s being investigated by police - after a neighbour claimed he was involved in a physical altercation with the 19 year-old.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Johnny Borrel Puts Razorlight On Hold And Announces New Solo Project

Johnny Borrell has announced Razorlight are to be put on hold while he prepares to release solo material.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Blue's Lee Ryan Claims He 'Didn't Ruin Dave Grohl's Party' Following Recent Comments

Blue star Lee Ryan has claimed he didn’t ‘ruin’ Dave Grohl’s recent party in London, after comments allegedly made by Grohl slamming the singer surfaced on the web.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

1D's Liam Payne Embarrassed By Taxi Driver - After He Turns Off One Direction Track During Ride!

It’s true to say that X Factor boyband One Direction are a bit of a marmite act; you either wildly love them, or hate them with a passion. Fortunately, it’s not too often we see either side of the divide clash, but when they do, it can sometimes lead to some rather hilarious situations - such as 1D star Liam Payne’s taxi driver turning off one of the band’s songs in disgust!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Big Country Prepare For Release Of New Album 'The Journey' And UK Tour

Big Country will release their brand new studio album, 'The Journey' as they embark on a 14-date tour of the UK this April. Released on Cherry Red Records on 8th April, this is Big Country's ninth studio album and their first since the sad and untimely death of lead singer and songwriter, Stuart Adamson in December 2001.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

The Pigeon Detectives Announce New Single 'I Won't Come Back' - Listen Now

The Pigeon Detectives are set to release the next single, ‘I Won’t Come Back’ on 8th April 2013. The song, taken from the new album ‘We Met At Sea’ (out 29th April) is a raw and ballsy rock ‘n’ roll track that sees the band at their most honest yet.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 27 March 2013

New Kids On The Block Claim New Album Has 'More Mature Vibe'

American boyband New Kids on the Block (aka NKOTB) have spoken out about their forthcoming new album ‘10’ - saying it’s a much more ‘mature’ effort than their some of their older material.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Children Of Bodom Unveil Trailer For Upcoming Album 'Halo Of Blood'

Finland’s metal heroes Children Of Bodom have just released the first trailer for their upcoming album 'Halo Of Blood'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Tom Morello Opens Up About Role In Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band

Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello has spoken out about his role as the temporary guitarist of the E Street Band, who are accompanying Bruce Springsteen on his tour of Australia.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

A$AP Rocky Speaks Out Against Homophobia

Hip-hop star A$AP Rocky has revealed that he’s surprised he’s drawn criticism for his anti-homophobic stance, something which isn’t particularly common in the rap scene.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Sub Focus Unveils New Single 'Endorphines' ft Alex Clare - Listen Now

Star producer Sub Focus has unveiled brand new single ‘Endorphins’, which features singer Alex Clare.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Fearless Vampire Killers To Headline Red Bull Stage At Download Festival 2013

Fearless Vampire Killers will be the Friday night headliners on the Red Bull stage at this year’s Download Festival, which runs from the 14th to 16th of June. Click Here to Compare & Buy Download Festival Tickets.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Killswitch Engage Stream New Album 'Disarm The Descent' - Listen Now

Killswitch Engage are currently streaming new album 'Disarm The Descent' in full online.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Dave Grohl: "Reality Talent Contest Shows Make Me Really Mad"

Foo Fighters star Dave Grohl has laid into television talent contest shows such as Simon Cowell’s X Factor - claiming that they make ‘everyone sound like fucking Christina Aguilera’!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Mudhoney Stream New Album 'Vanishing Point' In Its Entirety - Listen Now

Mudhoney will release 'Vanishing Point', their ninth full-length album in 25 years, on 1st April in the UK and Europe via Sub Pop.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

M83 Premières 'Oblivion' Theme Song And Announces Soundtrack Details

M83's theme song to the new Kosinski film 'Oblivion', starring Tom Cruise, has premièred today online.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Game Of Golf With Alice Cooper For Sale - $10,000

American rocker Alice Cooper is known to enjoy a round of golf or two, and is now looking to a leave a hole in one of your pockets - because he’s offering one lucky fan a chance to play a game with him for the price of $10,000.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno: 'People Don't Have The Same Response To Guitar-Driven Music Anymore'

Sergio Pizzorno - guitarist of alt-rockers Kasabian - has claimed that guitar music has lost it’s ability to be a major force in music culture, saying that ‘people don’t have the same response’ to seeing or hearing a guitarist nowadays.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

The Smashing Pumpkins Writing Next Album

American alt-rockers The Smashing Pumpkins have confirmed that they’re working on their next studio album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Still Remains Reunite And Prepare New Album

Michigan metalheads Still Remains first shot to international acclaim with the 2005 release of their debut album ‘Of Love And Lunacy’ via Roadrunner Records. A whirlwind of global touring followed - sold out headline tours, major support slots, and a myriad of festivals including the UK’s Download. For two years, the band’s feet barely touched the ground. Heading right back into the studio, Still Remains released second Roadrunner album ‘The Serpent’ in August 2007, which though well-received, was a step in a sonically-different direction. The line-up changed, the gruelling tour schedule continued, and eventually life in a van took its toll on the band and in early 2008 they went their separate ways.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Rival Sons Confirm European Summer Festivals Including UK Download Appearance

Rival Sons have confirmed a number of European festival appearances for this summer, including the UK's Download festival.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Airbourne Unleash New Track 'Live It Up' - Listen Now

Aussie rockers Airbourne have unleashed the first new track from their forhtcoming new album 'Black Dog Barking'. Revealed at 7.30pm via Kerrang! Radio, 'Live It Up' signals the return of Airbourne's high energy, working man’s rock ‘n’ roll!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

Evile Reveal Details Of New Album 'Skull'

British thrashers Evile have revealed that the official title for their upcoming new album is 'Skull'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

Leona Lewis To Live Stream Gig Tomorrow With The Body Shop

On Tuesday 26th March, singer and global superstar Leona Lewis will be hosting an exclusive gig on The Body Shop UK Facebook page to celebrate cruelty-free beauty, as well as answer a live Q&A.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

Orphaned Land Announce Release Of New Album 'All Is One'

Orphaned Land, the pioneers of oriental metal music and warriors of light are in the final process of recording their long awaited new album. This release is the band’s sixth full length and marks another big step forward, it is the logical evolution from the last studio release 'The Never Ending Way Of ORwarriOR'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

Limp Bizkit Reveal New Single 'Ready To Go' Feat. Lil Wayne - Listen Now

American rap metal outfit Limp Bizkit have unveiled their brand new, hugely-anticipated comeback single ‘Ready to Go’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

Paul Weller To Release Two Brand New Tracks Exclusively For Record Store Day 2013

Paul Weller will release two totally brand new tracks entitled 'Flame-Out!' and 'The Olde Original' recorded exclusively for this year’s Record Store Day on Saturday 20th April.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

Girls Aloud Members On 'Terrible Terms' With Nadine Coyle Following Split, According To Reports

Sarah Harding and the rest of Girls Aloud are reportedly furious at their bandmate Nadine Coyle, after she tweeted that the group’s split was nothing to do with her - and all to do with the rest of them.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013

K To Release Debut Single 'Too Young To Die' On 1st April - Listen Now

Born out of the ashes of Larrikin Love, The Treatment and Marner Brown, K are set to release their first single ‘Too Young to Die’ on 1st April with their debut album ‘RISE’ following in the Summer. The band funded the making of the album through fan-driven music label PledgeMusic.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 March 2013