Justin Bieber And Rihanna Battle For YouTube Supremacy

Justin Bieber and Rihanna are locked in a battle to become the most viewed person on YouTube. Rihanna snatched the title from Bieber just three weeks ago but her success was short-lived as the ‘Baby’ singer has now regained his YouTube crown, according to Starcount.com's social media tracker. With over 3.5 billion views on his main channel (JustinBieberVEVO) Bieber passed Rihanna’s 3.4 billion views (RihannaVEVO) over the weekend.

Written by: Brad Norris | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Def Leppard Digitally Release 'Hysteria 2013' Today!

On the 3rd August 1987 British rock band Def Leppard released the album 'Hysteria'. Already a major force in rock music, 'Hysteria' catapulted the band into the stratosphere. The album has sold in excess of 20 million copies and counting.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Joe Satriani Unveils Tracklisting And Artwork For New Album

Legendary performer and the hardest working guitarist in the business, Joe Satriani confirms the release of his 14th studio album, 'Unstoppable Momentum' in the UK on Monday May 6th (US release is Tuesday May 7th) through Epic Records/Sony Music UK. The album was recorded at Skywalker Sound in San Francisco and was produced by Satriani and Mike Fraser (AC/DC).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Beth Ditto Arrested After Trashing Portland Bar

American singer-songwriter Beth Ditto - frontwoman of indie-rockers Gossip - has been arrested in Portland, in what is probably the funniest story of the week.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Breed 77 To Release 'The Evil Inside' On Monday 25th March

Having recently inked a record deal to secure a worldwide release for their brand new album, 'The Evil Inside', London-based Gibraltarian rock act Breed 77 launched it as an exclusive via iTunes on 11th March during their latest successful UK tour. Standard and deluxe CD versions will be available from 25th March.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

30 Seconds To Mars Announce 'Love Lust Faith + Dreams' Release Date And Tracklisting

American rockers 30 Seconds to Mars have revealed that their new album - titled ‘Love Lust Faith + Dreams’ - will hit shelves on May 20th, as well as unveiling it’s tracklist.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Children Of Bodom Reveal New Album Title, Artwork And Tracklisting

Finnish metal superstars Children Of Bodom have named their 8th studio album 'Halo Of Blood' and have unveiled the album artwork. Cover art was created this time by Sami Saramäki (Follow The Reaper, Are You Dead Yet?, Hate Crew Deathroll).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

US Singer-Songwriter Jason Molina Dies Age 39

American singer-songwriter Jason Molina has passed away age 39.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Paul McCartney's Guitarist Brian Ray Announces Debut Single ‘Sucker For Love'

Being dubbed the "Coolest Song In The World" by Little Steven is quite an accolade, having the guitarist from Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band and one of the stars of the smash hit American TV show The Sopranos do a radio edit of your track because he loves it so much is quite another thing...

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Hadouken! Issue 'Every Weekend' Track-By-Track Video - Watch Now

Hadouken! release their mammoth third album ‘Every Weekend’ this week on Surface Noise Recordings and have issued a Track by Track video today with front man James Smith taking you through the entire journey from start to finish.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Lil Wayne Released From Hospital Following Seizures

American hip-hop star Lil Wayne has been released from hospital following his recent spate of seizures, which occurred as he filmed a new music video.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Ticket Firm Saves Out Of Pocket One Direction Fans

A family who had accidentally bought fake tickets to a One Direction gig were saved from their nightmare by Viagogo - after the firm handed them free tickets to the Manchester concert.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Killswitch Engage Reveal New Track 'The New Awakening' - Listen Now

Grammy-nominated Killswitch Engage have revealed a brand new track from their forthcoming new album 'Disarm The Descent', released on Roadrunner on 1st April. Check out 'The New Awakening', below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 March 2013

The Saturdays First Ever Google+ Hangout - Watch Now

Today, The Saturdays hosted their first ever Google+ hangout live from London with a selection of the UK’s biggest YouTube stars!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Britney Spears First To Reach 6million Google+ Circles

American singer Britney Spears has become the first person to exceed 6million Google+ circles, according to social popularity tracker Starcount.com

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Thrashers Overkill To Release Limited 'The Electric Age' Tour Edition

Legendary New York thrashers Overkill will be releasing a Tour Edition of their current ‘The Electric Age’ album to co-incide with a summer of European headline and festival dates.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Introducing: Ozonna Offers New Track 'Me & You On Top' As Free Download - Listen Now

Ozonna is a young, extrovert music artist hailing from West London - one who sometimes may be too outspoken but is equally insightful and endearing. As a kid he discovered MTV and, finding a new energy and passion for music, picked up a Ukulele to create his own songs. He’s been writing songs and perfecting his craft ever since. To this day he writes songs with that very same instrument – the sound tuning in perfectly with his uniquely highly powered voice.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Noel Gallagher Hits Out At 'Middle Class' Bands That Pulled Out Of Teenage Cancer Trust Gigs

Manchester rocker Noel Gallagher has hit out at some of the ‘middle-class’ bands that rejected his offer to appear at his Teenage Cancer Trust shows, which take place from tomorrow onwards.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Patty Griffin To Release New Album 'American Kid' This May

Award-winning singer-songwriter Patty Griffin has announced a brand new studio album, titled ‘American Kid’, will hit shelves on May 13th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Tesseract Reveal Tour Teaser Video Featuring Brand New Material - Watch Now

UK’s progressive rock band Tesseract has released a video promoting UK and European tour dates, but more importantly, is the first chance for fans to hear brand new music from the upcoming album. 'Altered State' is Tesseract’s sophomore full-length album and will be released on May 27th, 2013 (USA May 28th) via Century Media Records. Divided into four movements: 'Of Matter', 'Of Mind', 'Of Reality' and 'Of Energy', ‘Altered State’ represents the transformations that Tesseract has gone through over the past few years.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Depeche Mode Claim They've Lasted Because They 'Don't Keep In Constant Contact After A Tour'

Electronic music icons Depeche Mode have claimed that the reason they’ve managed to survive as a group together for so long is because they don’t see each other when they’re not touring.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Emeli Sande Hits Back At Noel Gallagher Following 'Music For Grannies' Comment

Scottish singer Emeli Sande has hit back at High Flying Birds man Noel Gallagher - after he claimed that her music was ‘for grannies’!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Justin Timberlake's Intimate SXSW Performance Hailed

American superstar Justin Timberlake put on a small-scale performance in Austin, Texas over the weekend, as he closed the SXSW Festival with an intimate gig.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

Michael Jackson Family Looking For £26billion Compensation Fee From AEG

The family of the King of Pop himself Michael Jackson are reportedly looking for a massive £26billion of compensation from gig promoters AEG Live, to cover damages and a loss of future earnings following his untimely death in 2009.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 18 March 2013

The Defiled Sign Deal With Nuclear Blast And Unveil New Track 'Sleeper' - Listen Now

After years as one of the UK’s most successful unsigned acts, London modern metal mob The Defiled have signed a worldwide deal with Nuclear Blast Entertainment, who will release their second album 'Daggers' this summer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 March 2013

Bleed From Within Stream New Album 'Uprising' In Full - Listen Now

For a seven day exclusive leading up to its European release, Stereoboard and MUZU.TV will be streaming Bleed From Within’s forthcoming album 'Uprising' from today, Monday 18th March.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 March 2013

Anthrax Première Supercharged Cover Of Boston's 'Smokin' - Listen Now

New York thrashers Anthrax have premièred their version of the classic Boston track, 'Smokin'. The supercharged rendition is taken from 'thrax's upcoming classic rock covers EP 'Anthems'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 March 2013

Cinderella Frontman Tom Keifer To Release Debut Solo Album 'The Way Life Goes' In May

Best known as the singer, songwriter and guitarist of the Philadelphia-based Blues-Rock band Cinderella, Tom Keifer is making his debut as a solo artist with the release of his long-awaited and highly-anticipated solo album, 'The Way Life Goes', May 6th via Merovee Records (through Warner Music Group's Independent Label Group).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 March 2013

Taffy Announce Release Of New Album 'Lixiviate'

On 17th June the charming Japanese four-piece Taffy return with the follow up to last year’s acclaimed debut ‘Caramel Sunset’; their second album ‘Lixiviate’ will be released on Club AC30.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 March 2013

Tegan And Sara Single 'Closer' Performed On Glee - Watch Now

Tegan and Sara’s single ‘Closer’ was performed on the hit US show ‘Glee’ last night. The show will air in the UK in 6 weeks time. A clip from ‘Glee’ is below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 March 2013