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.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

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.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

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'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

'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.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 29 November 2012

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.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 28 November 2012

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

Gavin DeGraw Announces Release Of New Live Album 'Sweeter Live'

Multi-platinum selling artist Gavin DeGraw will release his new live album, 'Sweeter Live', on 3rd December 2012 on Sony Music.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 28 November 2012

'The Wall' Guitarist David Kilminster Releases Debut Solo CD 'Scarlet – The Director's Cut'

Guitar virtuoso David Kilminster, known for his work with Roger Waters and Keith Emerson, has released his debut solo CD titled 'Scarlet – The Director's Cut'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 28 November 2012

The Heartbreaks Confirm 'Hand On Heart' EP Release Date

British indie-rockers The Heartbreaks have announced their return with brand new EP ‘Hand on Heart’, which is set for a release on February 4th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 28 November 2012

My Little Empire Unveil New Single 'Solitude' - Listen Now

Hertfordshire is famous for kicking out its talent and this time it comes in the form of indie pop rockers My Little Empire. Formed in 2010 this four piece have played shows with the likes of Don Broco, Spycatcher and Bastille to name a few. The band have packed out local venues in and around London, including the Barfly in Camden, Monto Water Rats in Kings Cross and most recently Islington’s 02 Academy 2, which they sold out.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

American Bluesman Shawn Jones Returns With New Album ‘Struggle Makes You Stronger’

Following his recent European tour, American bluesman Shawn Jones has announced he will release his new album ‘Struggle Makes You Stronger’ on 11th February 2013 on High Drive Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

ITV Commissions New Series 'The Big Reunion' To Reunite Five, Atomic Kitten, Liberty X & More

ITV have commissioned a brand new television documentary series called The Big Reunion - which will follow six of the UK’s biggest deceased pop outfits as they make their way back to the stage for the first time in years.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Over 80 Guitars To Be Auctioned For Ronnie James Dio Stand Up And Shout Cancer Fund

The Ronnie James Dio Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund, founded in memory of the world-renowned voice of Dio, Rainbow, Black Sabbath and Heaven & Hell, will participate in the upcoming Icons & Idols-Rock ‘n’ Roll Auction at Julien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills, California on Saturday, December 1st at 2pm PST (10pm in the UK). Over 80 donated guitars signed by a variety of celebrities from the music world will go on the auction block to benefit the Fund’s mission of cancer prevention, research and education. Bids are also being taken online, giving fans around the world the opportunity to join in.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Blondie, Paul Weller And Jools Holland Confirmed For Kew The Music 2013

Organisers of the annual summer concert series 'Kew The Music' have confirmed this year's event will host performances from the iconic Blondie, 'Modfather' Paul Weller and long-time Kew favourite Jools Holland.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Night Engine Announce 'Seventeen'/'Treat Me Like A Baby' Single

London-based quartet Night Engine have announced that they release brand new single ‘Seventeen’ - backed with ‘Treat Me Like a Baby’ - on February 18th next year, as well as making B-side ‘Treat Me Like a Baby’ available for free download.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Pete Doherty Claims He And Amy Winehouse Were Lovers

Babyshambles and Libertines star Pete Doherty has claimed that he and late soul singer Amy Winehouse were once lovers, though they had a short-lived relationship.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 27 November 2012

The Correspondents Return With New Single 'Well Measured Vice'

London-based duo The Correspondents have returned with brand new single ‘Well Measured Vice’, set for a January 28th release.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012

The Features Unveil New Single/Video 'How It Starts'

American rockers The Features have unveiled their brand new single ‘How it Starts’, which is set for a December 10th release.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012

Girls Aloud Pick Their Favourite Albums In Deezer Takeover

Deezer, one of the world’s premier music streaming services, has launched an editorial takeover from Britain’s favourite girl group Girls Aloud. Launched on the day their new collection ‘Ten’ is released, Girls Aloud have teamed up with Deezer to recommend their ten favourite albums and create an exclusive playlist and video giving fans an insight into the music they know and love.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012

Elbow's Guy Garvey To Give Live Twitter Q&A At 2PM Today

Elbow's Guy Garvey will be taking over Ticketmaster's Twitter account at 2pm today for a live Twitter Q&A.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012

Snap Your Favourite Band Onstage With the Sony Cybershot Digital Camera

Sponsored Post - Whether you want to capture your favourite band on stage, some summer festival snaps or just important photos for your blog or website, the Sony Cyber-shot™ digital cameras can cover all your needs.

Written by: Brad Norris | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012

Rihanna Scores Fourth UK Number 1 Album With 'Unapologetic'

Global phenomenon Rihanna today scores her fourth UK Number 1 album with just shy of 100k week-one sales of 'Unapologetic', making it one of the biggest new releases of the year, equalling Madonna's chart record of three consecutive Number 1 albums.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012

The Vaccines Frontman Justin Young Defends Those Who Have Used X Factor To Find Fame

Justin Young - the frontman of London indie-rockers The Vaccines - has given his support to those who’ve found fame through the X Factor and similar reality talent contest shows, saying that they’re as valid route to the music industry as any other.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 November 2012

Noel Gallagher Would Only Reform Oasis Should He Become 'Very Skint'

Mancunian rock star Noel Gallagher has claimed that he’ll only ever reform world-famous outfit Oasis if he became ‘very skint’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 November 2012

Paul McCartney To Release 'Kisses On The Bottom - Complete Kisses'

Paul McCartney has announced a very special Christmas treat for fans with the release of an exclusive iTunes album ‘Kisses on the Bottom – Complete Kisses’ (Hear Music/Concord Music Group) on November 26th internationally and November 27th in the US.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 23 November 2012

Calvin Harris Fuming Over Alleged BBC Newsbeat Misquotes

Scottish singer-songwriter and DJ Calvin Harris has hit out at BBC Newsbeat after a reporter seemingly twisted his answers in an interview to make him appear as though he supports DJs who pre-record their mixes and live sets.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 November 2012