Nightwish Unveil Details And Release Date Of 'Imaginaerum - The Score'

Nightwish are set to release the score to their eagerly anticipated movie 'Imaginaerum' on 12th November 2012. The Album features 13 grandiose, unreleased re-interpretations of 'Imaginaerum' tracks by Petri Alanko.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 13 September 2012

Led Zeppelin's London Ahmet Ertegun Tribute Reunion Concert To Be Screened At Cinemas

This October, Led Zeppelin are to give fans a chance to enjoy the most over-subscribed gig ever in glorious high definition and surround sound!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 13 September 2012

Russian Prime Minister Calls For Pussy Riot Release

Dmitry Medvedev, the Prime Minister of Russia, has called for the release of the three imprisoned female members of Pussy Riot - claiming that the time they’ve already spent incarcerated is ‘more than enough’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 13 September 2012

Justin Bieber 'Pissed Off' One Direction Star Niall Horan's Neighbours After 3am Jam Session

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber has told of his recent jam session with One Direction star Niall Horan - and how their late-night antics managed to piss off Niall’s neighbours!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 13 September 2012

Azealia Banks On Beyonce: "I Met Her - I Cried"

After being crowned NME's 'coolest person of 2011' and seeing her profile snowball, Azealia Banks has become the foremost breakthrough rapper of 2012, helped along by her viral hit '212'. But despite her burgeoning success, it seems the artist still hasn't lost the ability to have a 'fan girl' moment every now and again.

Written by: Josh Adams | Date: Thursday, 13 September 2012

Bob Dylan Describes Plagiarism Accusers As 'Wussies And Pussies' And 'Evil Motherf*ckers'

American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan has hit back at critics who claim he plagiarised the material of others, calling them ‘wussies and pussies’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 13 September 2012

Mercury Prize 2012 Nominees Announced In London

The 2012 Mercury Prize nominees have just been announced in London. The nominees were unveiled by host Lauren Laverne at The Hospital Club in London's Covent Garden just after 5:30pm (GMT).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Tupac Hologram Company Digital Domain File For Bankruptcy

The company behind the incredible Tupac Shakur hologram at this year’s Coachella Music Festival have filed for bankruptcy, according to reports.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Charlotte Church Announces Release Of New EP 'One'

‘One’ is the new EP from Charlotte Church. It will be released digitally on 3rd September and physically on 15th October 2012 on her own label Alligator Wine Records and is the first in a series of EP's that Charlotte will release over the next twelve months.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

'I Wouldn't Reform Oasis Even If All The World's Starving Children Depended On It' - Noel Gallagher

Manchester rocker/patron saint Noel Gallagher has claimed that he will never reform Oasis - not even if it would save all of the world’s starving children.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

As I Lay Dying Unveil New Single/Video 'A Greater Foundation'

Californian metalcore outfit As I Lay Dying have unveiled the brand new music video for their track ‘A Greater Foundation’ - you can check it out below.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Sub Focus Unveils KillSonik Remix Of 'Tidal Wave' - Listen Now

London-based drum and bass producer Sub Focus has unveiled the KillSonik remix of ‘Tidal Waves’, his latest single which hits shelves on October 29th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Madness Announce New Album, Single And Unveil Artwork By Sir Peter Blake

Madness have today announced details of their brand new and 10th studio album ‘Oui, Oui, Si, Si, Ja, Ja, Da, Da’. The album of all brand new material will be released on October 29th. The band are also delighted to announce that the artwork for the album has been designed by the legendary British Artist Sir Peter Blake. They have also confirmed that the first single from the album will be ‘My Girl 2’, released on October 22nd.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Massive Attack To Re-Issue Re-Mastered Version Of Seminal 1991 Album 'Blue Lines'

Bristolian trip-hoppers Massive attack have announced that they’ll be releasing a re-mastered and re-mixed version of their seminal 1991 debut album ‘Blue Lines’ on November 19th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Cypress Hill And Rusko Unveil Whiiite Remix Of 'Shots Go Off'

Hip-hop legends Cypress Hill and their recent dubstep collaboration partner Rusko have unveiled a brand new remix of their track ‘Shots Go Off’, courtesy of LA-based DJ and producer Whiiite.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Muse 'Categorically Deny' 'Exogenesis' Was Based Entirely On Manhattan Man's Rock Opera

Superstar rockers Muse have ‘categorically denied’ claims that they stole the idea for ‘Exogenesis’ - a track from their 2009 album ‘The Resistance’ - from a man in Manhattan, whom the band claim they have never heard of.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 12 September 2012

Wednesday 13 Announces New Album And Artwork Auction Opportunity

2013 is a special year for Wednesday 13. Not only is it his very own 'personalised' year of the 21st century, but it marks 10 years of Wednesday 13 (solo band) and 20 years of Wednesday 13 releasing music in the Horror Rock genre. In anticipation and celebration of 2013, Wednesday is busy preparing a global touring schedule and readying his next full-length album release, 'The Dixie Dead'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Rebecca Ferguson Sued By Former Management Team

After being beaten to the X Factor top spot in 2010 by Matt Cardle, Rebecca Ferguson has spent the last 2 years crafting a successful space in the industry for herself, working with the likes of Eg White (Adele, Duffy) and Xenomania on her debut album 'Heaven', reaching Number 3 in the charts.

Written by: Josh Adams | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Details Of 'The Very Beast Of Dio Vol 2' Unveiled

In addition to fronting such legendary hard rock/heavy metal bands as Rainbow, Black Sabbath/Heaven and Hell, and Elf, singer Ronnie James Dio also was the leader of his own solo band, Dio, who were responsible for such all-time great rock anthems as 'Holy Diver,' 'Rainbow in the Dark,' and 'The Last in Line,' among many others. And on Monday, October 8th, a second volume of Dio's best tracks will be unleashed via Niji Entertainment - 'The Very Beast of Dio Vol. 2' - a follow-up to the gold-certified 'The Very Beast of Dio.' Released only in the USA and Canada, 'The Very Beast of Dio' has gone on to sell nearly a million albums. 'Vol 2' will be available world-wide and also direct from the Dio store online from October 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Sex Pistols Stream Controversial 'Belsen Was A Gas' Demo With John Lydon On Vocals

Arguably the most controversial song in the Sex Pistols cannon, ‘Belsen Was a Gas’ was originally drafted by Sid Vicious prior to joining the band. With added input from Johnny Rotten it became part of the bands live set from December 1977 onwards. 35 years later, the track that has never been aired before with John Lydon’s vocals is streaming for you to listen to for the first time ever.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Sigur Ros Apologise For 'Miserable' Bestival Set

Icelandic post-rock and ambient outfit Sigur Ros have apologised to their fans for what they describe as a ‘miserable’ pre-headline performance at Bestival on Sunday night, slamming festival organisers for a ‘perfect storm of production issues and technical problems’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Danko Jones Confirm Release Of New Album 'Rock And Roll Is Black And Blue'

Danko Jones will be releasing their new album 'Rock And Roll Is Black And Blue' on 17th September.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Vinyl Distributor Nu Urban Music Closes Due To Bankruptcy

Nu Urban Music - one of drum and bass’s biggest vinyl distributors - has allegedly gone bankrupt, meaning certain artists and producers may never be paid for what they are owed in record sales, and a dent in the resurgence of vinyl that the music scene has seen in recent years.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Anberlin Unveil Details Of New Album 'Vital' & UK Tour Dates

Florida alt-rock rockers Anberlin will release their sixth studio album ‘Vital’ on October 15th 2012 via Universal.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Ne-Yo Scores Fourth Number 1 UK Single

R&B and pop star Ne-Yo has returned to the UK Singles chart this month, after hitting #1 for the fourth time in his career with new track ‘Let Me Love You (Until You Learn To Love Yourself)’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

First Aid Kit Release iTunes Session

Following a superb performance at End of the Road and Bestival, plus their new single 'Wolf' being added to the 6 Music A-list, First Aid Kit this week release their exclusive iTunes Session, recorded at New York’s Sear Sound in July. The iTunes Session is available from the iTunes store here whilst a selection of songs ('Emmylou' and 'The Lion's Roar') from their performance at Bestival this weekend are available to stream on the festival's official YouTube channel.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Coach Returning From Bestival Crashes Leaving 3 Dead And 50 Injured

A coach taking dozens of fans home from last weekend’s Bestival festival has crashed in Surrey, killing three and injuring 50 according to reports.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Band Of Horses Stream New Album 'Mirage Rock' - Listen Now

Band of Horses are streaming their new album ‘Mirage Rock’ from their official site www.bandofhorses.com.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 September 2012

Spring Offensive Unveil Video For New Single ‘Not Drowning But Waving’

In addition to their exceptional self-directed video portraying one man’s struggle with guilt, Oxford’s Spring Offensive share a slightly darker side to their songwriting prowess with brand new single ‘Not Drowning But Waving’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 September 2012

Cars On Fire Announce 'Black Hearts & Bloody Hands' Album Details

Punk-rock four piece Cars on Fire have announced details of their latest record ‘Black Hearts & Bloody Hands’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 September 2012