Sir Paul McCartney, Gotye, FUN., And Mumford And Sons All Win Big At Grammy Awards

Mumford and Sons, FUN., and Gotye all picked up prestigious accolades at the Grammy Awards last night, but Sir Paul McCartney was the biggest winner after grabbing what is his 16th Grammy and earning a spot in the Hall of Fame.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 11 February 2013

Warpaint Confirm Work On Second Album

American alt-rockers Warpaint have announced that they’re working on what will be their second studio album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 11 February 2013

Justin Timberlake Unveils New Track 'Mirrors' - Listen Now

Fresh from taking to the stage in LA last night to perform new single 'Suit & Tie' and 'Pusher Love Girl' at the Grammy Awards, Justin fans have been given another treat this morning as the excitement surrounding his forthcoming new album ‘The 20/20 Experience’ continues to build with new track ‘Mirrors’ being made available instantly when you preorder the album on iTunes.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 11 February 2013

Loveable Rogues Announce Debut Single 'What A Night'

Loveable Rogues have announced the title of their debut single ‘What a Night’, set for release on the 21st April on Syco Music. The announcement comes as the band prepares to set-off with Olly Murs as the special guests on his UK-wide arena tour.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 08 February 2013

Everything Everything Announce Release Of New Single 'Duet' - Listen Now

Fresh off the back of scoring their first Top 5 album in the shape of critically lauded second album '‘Arc’', Everything Everything have announced the release of the next single from the record, ‘'Duet'’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 08 February 2013

Liam Gallagher Reveals Beady Eye Album And Tour Plans In Spontaneous Pub Interview

Liam Gallagher has claimed that his and Beady Eye’s next album will be brilliant for those fans who are ‘into drugs’ - in an impromptu interview with a 17 year-old filmed at a pub!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 08 February 2013

2000trees Makes Superb First Line-Up Announcement

Our favourite British festival, the wonderful 2000trees, has released its Thursday night early entry line-up today to a sea of excited gasps. Bringing together some of the finest acts in the country for a weekend of top draw music, food and drink (including the ever delightful Badger’s Bottom cider), the Gloucestershire based event is set for another sell out year in 2013.

Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Friday, 08 February 2013

Phoenix Guitarist Buys Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Console To Record Band's New Album 'Bankrupt!'

French alt-rockers Phoenix may have chosen the perfect name for their new album ‘Bankrupt!’ - after purchasing the same console used for Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ to help produce it.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 08 February 2013

Joe Banfi Unveils Video For 'Nomads' And Announces Further Live Dates

Communion’s Joe Banfi has announced another string of live shows for the Spring. The young Northwich singer-songwriter began the first of three separate tours last night in Dublin, supporting Bear’s Den. In March, Joe will headline a run of five shows ahead of a full tour of the UK with Fossil Collective in April. All 33 shows are on sale now.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Liam Gallagher Claims Psy's World-Beating 'Gangnam Style' Is An "Absolute Classic"

Loud-mouthed Mancunian Liam Gallagher usually hates on anything and everything, particularly his brother Noel, but today he’s expressed his love for something rather unusual - Psy’s megahit ‘Gangnam Style’!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Marilyn Manson Collapses On Stage In Canada

Marilyn Manson shocked fans in a rather different way at a gig in Saskatoon, Canada last night - after vomiting and then passing out on stage during a rendition of ‘Beautiful People’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

BoomTown Fair Makes First Major Music Announcement For 2013

The roller coaster ride of BoomTown Fair has well and truly been set in motion... With the all the excitement of the recent Ski-Lift announcement still buzzing in the air, it is now time to unveil the first bunch of musical morsels for the UK’s maddest city this August. The forerunners in this first of two major musical announcements (the second batch to be released next Thursday 14th February) include; the genre defying Parov Stelar Band, fusion frontiers Ozomatli, ska stalwarts Mad Caddies, Grammy award winning sunshine hip-hop legends Arrested Development, Reggae’s soul master Toots and the Maytals, one of reggae’s most prolific singer/songwriters Richie Spice, international reggae sensation Collie Buddz and the Kingston Band. As well as Foreign Beggars, Redlight, Chinese Man (Live), Dub Inc., Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, Gentleman’s Dub Club and so much more...

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Foals Confirmed To Headline Ibiza Rocks Closing Party

Oxford-based indie-rockers Foals have been confirmed to perform at the closing party of Ibiza Rocks later this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Elton John Set To Appear On New Queens Of The Stone Age Album

Elton John is set to appear on the next Queens of the Stone Age record, whilst Dave Grohl has confirmed he will be drumming on the album.

Written by: James Goodall | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Taylor Swift Confirmed For 2013 BRIT Awards

American superstar Taylor Swift has been confirmed to perform at the highly-anticipated BRIT award ceremony later this month, completing an all-star bill of performers.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Bloc Party's Kele Okereke Announces 'The Lyrics Of Kele Okereke' Book

March 4th sees the publication of “The Lyrics of Kele Okereke" by The Lyric Book Company as part of the “Lyrics of…” series.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Justin Timberlake Reveals Artwork And Tracklisting For 'The 20/20 Experience'

Justin Timberlake has revealed the artwork and tracklisting for his third solo album, 'The 20/20 Experience', due for release on March 18th, 2013 on RCA Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 07 February 2013

Alkaline Trio Return With New Album 'My Shame Is True'

Cult punk rock heroes, Alkaline Trio return on April 1st with 'My Shame Is True', their most dynamic album to date. In anticipation of the release, the band have debuted a brand new single 'I Wanna Be Warhol' from the forthcoming album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 06 February 2013

The Wanted Announce New US Reality TV Show On E!

After taking the world by storm in 2012, British pop sensation The Wanted started 2013 in style winning last month’s People’s Choice Award as Favourite Breakout Artist.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 06 February 2013

Steven Wilson Unveils Details Of New Album 'The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories)'

Four-time Grammy-nominated British artist Steven Wilson will release his third solo album via Kscope on February 25th, 2013. Titled 'The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories)', the much anticipated new album was written between January and July and recorded in Los Angeles in September last year. It contains some of his darkest and most accomplished work yet.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 06 February 2013

Simple Minds Announce Greatest Hits Collection 'Celebrate - Greatest Hits +'

Scottish rockers Simple Minds have announced that they’ll be releasing a 2/3CD greatest hits collection called ‘Celebrate - The Greatest Hits +’ on March 25th - and it’ll feature two brand new tracks from the band.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 06 February 2013

Sheffield Motorpoint Arena To Undergo Multi Million Pound Facelift

Sheffield’s Motorpoint Arena is set to be given a multi-million pound makeover according to a statement, with owners hoping to attract bigger, world-famous acts to the city.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 06 February 2013

Airbourne Announce Release Of New Album 'Black Dog Barking'

Aussie rockers Airbourne have announced that 'Black Dog Barking', their third album and follow-up to 2010's 'No Guts. No Glory', will be released on 20th May 2013 via Roadrunner.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 06 February 2013

Introducing: Misty Miller Unveils Details Of 'Girlfriend' EP - Listen Now

South West London's Misty Miller has been writing her own songs since the age of eight. Inspired by the likes of Patti Smith, Iggy Pop and The Stooges, The Velvet Underground, Lou Reed, Irma Thomas, The Sonics, The Gories and the blues, Misty’s eclectic taste has informed a lot of her music to date. At the age of 15 she recorded her first album and released it on AWAL in 2011 that went on to sell 60,000 copies.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2013

The Courteeners Announce Next Single As New Album 'ANNA' Sits At #1 In Mid-Week Charts

Manchester indie-rockers The Courteeners have announced that new track ‘Van Der Graaff’ - the second single taken from their brand new album ‘ANNA’ - will hit shelves on March 18th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2013

Hard Rock Hell 7 Announces First Wave Of Acts Including Black Star Riders, Paul Di'Anno & The Answer

Hard Rock Hell 7 - Cirque Du Rock - which takes place November 28th to 30th at Hafan Y Mor Holiday Park in Pwllheli, N.Wales is pleased to announce its first round of acts for this year’s event including a co-headline appearance by Black Star Riders (pictured).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2013

Parlophone Records To Reissue Morrissey's 'The Last Of The Famous International Playboys'

Parlophone Records have announced the latest additions to their long list of Morrissey re-releases, a limited edition 7-inch picture disc of the classic Morrissey single ‘The Last of the Famous International Playboys’ and a remastered version of his second album ‘Kill Uncle’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2013

The Troggs Frontman Reg Presley Passes Away Age 71

Reg Presley, frontman for The Troggs, has sadly passed away following a battle with cancer.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2013

'Justin Bieber Reminds Me Of Myself', Says Vanilla Ice

American rap legend Vanilla Ice has claimed that Canadian superstar Justin Bieber reminds him of himself, and has warned him about partying too hard as becomes one of the biggest names in showbiz.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 05 February 2013

David Bowie To Remaster 'Aladdin Sane' For 40th Anniversary Edition

Parlophone Label Group have announced the release of a 40th anniversary edition of David Bowie’s groundbreaking 'Aladdin Sane' - the follow up to 1972’s 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 04 February 2013