Lamb Of God's Randy Blythe Indicted In Czech Republic For Manslaughter
The ongoing court case involving Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe’s battle against manslaughter allegations has taken a turn for the worse, after a Czech prosecutor indicted him - meaning he will likely face trial in the next three months, unless the continuing investigation postpones it.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 04 December 2012
Sonisphere UK Will Return In 2013
The UK's Sonisphere Festival WILL return in 2013 according to head promoter Stuart Galbraith, who revealed the exciting news at last night's UK Festival Awards.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 04 December 2012
Lawson Announce Release Of New Single 'Learn To Love Again’ - Listen Now
Since the release of their debut single ‘When She Was Mine’ back in May, Lawson have sold over 300,000 singles and are without doubt one of the biggest breakthrough pop acts of 2012. Now they announce the fourth single to be taken from their Top 5 debut album 'Chapman Square' is the anthemic ‘Learn To Love Again’.
Rod Stewart To Release Charity Single 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas' This Sunday
English rock singer-songwriter Rod Stewart has unveiled a brand new charity single - taken from his brand new Christmas album ‘Merry Christmas, Baby’ - set for a release December 9th on Verve/Universal.
Soilwork Unveil 'The Living Infinite' Artwork And Tracklisting
Swedish melodic death metal outfit Soilwork have unveiled the artwork and tracklisting to their brand new, ninth studio album ‘The Living Infinite’, which is set to hit shelves on March 11th next year.
Benga Unveils 'We're Coming Out', The First Of Three Brand New Singles
London-based dubstep producer Benga has unveiled his brand new track ‘We’re Coming Out’, the first of three brand new tunes he’ll be unleashing this month.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 03 December 2012
Only Boys Aloud Release Debut Album Ahead Of Next Weekend's X Factor Performance
Only Boys Aloud, the world’s biggest boy band, will perform on The X Factor final weekend, on Saturday 8th December.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 03 December 2012
John Travolta And Olivia Newton-John's Christmas Album 'This Christmas' On Sale Today
John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John’s brand new Christmas album ‘This Christmas’ hit shelves today - meaning you can now get your hands on the brilliant CD that features Tony Bennett, Kenny G, James Taylor, Cliff Richard and Barbra Streisand.
Metallica Launch Their Own Record Label
Metallica have announced that they have taken ownership of all their master recordings including all music and long form videos, a move almost unprecedented for musicians signed to recording contracts. Under provision of their renegotiated joint venture agreement with the Warner Music Group in 1994, all masters revert back to the band as of today, November 30th, 2012.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 30 November 2012
Bloodstock Radio To Launch This Weekend
Bloodstock Radio launches tomorrow, Saturday, December 1st. The launch is a re-branding for TotalRock, one of the most respected and pioneering of rock/metal radio stations, however, it’s not just a case of TotalRock under a new name. It will see an overhaul of the broadcasting schedule, with some major rock industry names coming on board to present weekly shows.
Spider Kitten To Release New Album 'Cougar Club' On January 14th
South Wales-based experimental metal outfit Spider Kitten have announced that they’ll release brand new album ‘Cougar Club’ on January 14th via Rugland Records.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 30 November 2012
Conor Maynard Announces Release Of New Single 'Animal' Feat Wiley - Listen Now
Today Conor is delighted to announce the January 21st release of his fourth single, a very special and brand new version of ‘Animal’, the opening track from ‘Contrast’, Conor’s debut album. ‘Animal’ is an up-tempo, quirky slice of cutting-edge pop music, with a dose of urban cool beating through its dark and sexy heart. Check out a preview of the track below.
Alt-J 'One Step Away From The Dole Queue', Says Roxy Music's Bryan Ferry
Superstar singer Bryan Ferry, frontman of art-rock outfit Roxy Music, has claimed that the success and style of Mercury Music Prize winners Alt-J is ‘fascinating’ - because it’s a ‘celebration of normality’ in comparison to his band’s look back in the 70s.
The Cuban Brothers Confirm Release Of Debut Album 'Yo Bonita'
The Cuban Brothers are set to release their debut album 'Yo Bonita' on 28th January 2013.
Coldplay Already Working On 'Mylo Xyloto' Follow Up
British alt-rock superstars Coldplay have begun work on their sixth studio album, following the success of their last, chart-topping record ‘Mylo Xyloto’.
deadmau5 Claims He 'Doesn't Care' About Electronic Dance Music
Controversial Canadian deadmau5 - a superstar electro-house producer and DJ deadmau5 has doesn’t care about electronic dance music and it’s scene, claiming that the whole industry works on a ‘minimal work, maximum profit’ basis.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012
Steven Wilson Announces Release Of New Album 'The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories)'
Steven Wilson has revealed that his third solo album will be titled 'The Raven That Refused To Sing (And Other Stories)'. Set for release by Kscope on February 25th 2013, the much anticipated new album was written between January and July and recorded in Los Angeles in September.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012
The Cramatics To Release Debut Single 'Like Gold' In January - Listen Now
Bournemouth based indie boys, The Cramatics have confirmed they’ll be releasing their debut single, ‘Like Gold’ on January 7th 2013.
Emeli Sande On Course To Finish 2012 With Top Selling UK Album
Scottish singing star Emeli Sande’s debut album ‘Our Version of Events’ is on course to finish 2012 as the UK’s top-selling record of the year, ahead of Adele’s ‘21’ and Lana Del Rey’s ‘Born to Die’.
Garbage's Shirley Manson Gets Into Heated Twitter Argument With Fan - Tells Them To 'F*ck Off'
Shirley Manson, frontman of alternative rock outfit Garbage, found herself amidst a Twitter argument with two fans a couple of days ago, after Garbage admirers hit out after she described the crowd at a gig in Koln as ‘cold’.
Florida Man Pleads Not Guilty After Murdering 17 Year-Old Whose Music Was Too Loud
A 45 year-old man from Florida has pleaded not guilty to the murder of 17 year-old Jordan Davis - after he was accused of shooting teenager to death in a row over loud music.
Nick Oliveri Rejoins Kyuss! Lives And Features Vocals On New Queens Of The Stone Age Track
Bass-playing party animal Nick Oliveri has rejoined Kyuss! Lives - as well as reportedly providing vocals for a brand new Queens of the Stone Age track.
deadmau5 Teams Up With Nokia For Spectacular Secret Gig
Canadian electro-house superstar deadmau5 once again teamed up with Nokia for a secret gig in London last night, which saw them rigging every inch of an entire square in Southwark with lights for spectacular show - which saw deadmau5 play songs from his new album 'Album Title Goes Here'.
Sacred Mother Tongue Announce Release Of New Album 'Out Of The Darkness'
Sacred Mother Tongue will release their second album, ‘Out Of The Darkness’ on 4th March 2013 on EMI. The eleven track collection showcases the band’s huge ambition and quantum leap forward in vision and scale.
MTV Brand New For 2013 Shortlist Revealed
Last night MTV Brand New announced their shortlist for 2013. See below for the full list of nominees, who will soon be voted for in the lead up to the announcement of the MTV Brand New winner in February. The list includes Ebony Day who is revealed as the winner of MTV Brand New Unsigned 2013.
Bestival Reveals Nautical Theme For 2013
Can you believe that 2013 will see Bestival hitting those magic double figures? That’s right, Bestival is ten and organisers are really pushing the boat out for what promises to be the biggest and best year ever.
'Conservatives Are A Bunch Of Bastards', Says Elbow Frontman Guy Garvey
Guy Garvey, frontman of English alt-rockers Elbow, has claimed that the Conservative party are a ‘bunch of bastards’ after being asked by Metro why he thinks the Olympic spirit left Britain as quickly as it arrived.
Lynx Lines Up 'Dive Deep In'/'Shadowlands' Release - Listen Now
The original disco dodo himself Lynx has returned with yet another new single, the first of a couple of festive gifts he’ll be dropping before the end of the year.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 28 November 2012
Feldspar Line Up Double A-Side Single Alongside Killing Fields Of Ontario For EP Launch Party
London-based outfit Feldspar have announced the release date of the second volume of their The Flat and Paper Sky as December 3rd - as well as unveiling a launch party for the release, which takes place the day after. They’ll also be releasing a double A-side single alongside Killing Fields of Ontario, who will support them at their launch party - check it out below.
Wild Cub Announce Release Of Debut LP 'Youth'
Wild Cub can look back fondly on 2012. Widely heralded as stand out performers at the CMJ music marathon, Nashville duo Keegan Dewitt and Jeremy Bullock have spread their music over the Atlantic to the UK with great success. Their taut, piano based cover of 'Running' by Mercury award nominee Jessie Ware blew many away, shining a light on the unique musical stylings of this enormously talented duo. Equally adept a crafting upbeat soundscapes as they are at creating dreamy melancholia, Wild Cub promise to impress with debut LP 'Youth', released in the UK on January 14th 2012 via Big Light Recordings.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 28 November 2012