LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy Reveals He Once Snapped At Man Who Criticised His DJ Set
James Murphy, frontman of American dance-rock outfit LCD Soundsystem, has confessed that he snapped at a gig once, and threatened to beat the shit out of a man who didn't enjoy his DJ set.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 04 September 2012
The XX Stream New Album 'Coexist' In Full - Listen Now
Mercury Prize winners The xx are currently streaming their forthcoming new album 'Coexist', released Monday 10th September by Young Turks.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 04 September 2012
Mock And Toof Announce New Album And Single
London-based dance music duo Mock and Toof have revealed that they’ll be releasing their second full album ‘Temporary Happiness’ in October.
The Futureheads Announce Release Of Acoustic Version Of 'The Beginning of the Twist' - Listen Now
Following the release of their critically acclaimed a cappella album 'Rant' and a wealth of UK shows and festival dates, The Futureheads have announced that they’ll be releasing an acoustic version of ‘The Beginning of the Twist’ on 15th October through Nul Records.
The Rolling Stones Announce 'GRRR!' Greatest Hits Album Including Two Brand New Songs
The Rolling Stones have announced the release of 'GRRR!' a greatest hits collection set for release on the 12th November 2012 for the world, excluding North America, and on the 13th November 2012 in North America.
Plan B Confirms 'Ill Manors' DVD/Blu-Ray Release
English hip-hop and rap star Plan B has revealed that his critically acclaimed directorial debut ‘iLL MANORS’ will see a Blu-Ray and DVD release on October 8th.
MUZU.TV To Live Stream Pet Shop Boys German Performance
There’s little dispute that the Pet Shop Boys belong to a very special order of pop stars. Influential, ground breaking and in turn, constantly attuned to nascent underground trends, they are one of the few pop acts to achieve a longevity through constant experimentation, adaptation and unexpected collaboration.
Rival Sons Confirm UK Signing Sessions
Rival Sons have confirmed two signing sessions in the UK, which will take place this September during the band's European tour in support of their new album, 'Head Down'.
Herbert Grönemeyer Announces Release Of New Single 'Mensch'
When Herbert Grönemeyer’s wife and brother both died of cancer in the same week, Germany’s biggest selling artist disappeared from the public eye, and ended up taking a hiatus from music while he dealt with the trauma and grief that engulfed him.
Gabrielle Aplin Announces Release Date Of Debut Single 'Please Don't Say You Love Me'
19 year-old singer-songwriter Gabrielle Aplin has announced that her debut single ‘Please Don’t Say You Love Me’ will hit shelves on November 18th - as well as unveiling a lyric video for the track.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 03 September 2012
Last Dinosaurs Announce Debut Album Release
Australian indie-rockers Last Dinosaurs have announced that their debut album ‘In a Million Years’ is set to hit UK shelves on October 8th - the same date they also release new single ‘Zoom’.
Motorhead Announce New Live Album & DVD 'The Wörld Is Ours - Vol2 - Anyplace Crazy As Anywhere Else'
On September 21st, 2012 the loudest, most real and raucous rock’n’roll Grammy-winning band in the world, Motörhead, will release 'The Wörld Is Ours - Vol 2 - Anyplace Crazy As Anywhere Else', the follow-up to 2011’s 'The Wörld Is Ours - Vol 1 - Everywhere Further Than Everyplace Else'.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 03 September 2012
Glitches Announce Debut Single Release - Plus Free 'No Prisoners' Download
Whitechapel-based trio Glitches have announced that their debut single ‘Leper’ will see a release on October 8th - and will be giving away ‘No Prisoners’ as a free download to celebrate.
Reckless Love To Release 'Born To Break Your Heart' Mini-Album Ahead Of October Tour & Residency
Having announced a full UK tour – which includes a residency at London’s Barfly – back in May, Finnish ‘merry metallers’ Reckless Love have confirmed the release of a new eight-song mini-album ahead of the dates for October 1st via Spinefarm Records.
Rush Announce New Single 'The Wreckers' & Imminent Release Of Tie-In Novel 'Clockwork Angels'
To tie with the eagerly anticipated release of the sci-fi novel tied to the bands recent studio album, Rush are set to release a further single, 'The Wreckers' in October 2012.
Katy Perry Celebrating Two Years Since Release Of 'Teenage Dreams'
Superstar singer Katy Perry is celebrating two years since her world-beating second album ‘Teenage Years’ hit shelves in 2010, her most successful record to date.
AC/DC Fan Arrested 4 Times In 26 Hours For Relentlessly Blasting 'Highway To Hell'
We all have those days where we want to listen to our favourite track over and over again, with the volume turned up loud so no-one can hear you screaming the lyrics. But one woman, hailing from New Hampshire in the US, really took the biscuit last week - after getting arrested four times in just 26 hours for blaring out AC/DC waaay too loudly.
The View's Kyle Falconer Opens Up About Alcohol Poisoning Treatment
Kyle Falconer - frontman of Scottish indie-rockers The View - has revealed that he’s been treated for alcohol poisoning ‘lots of times’, as he drinks to help deal with his ‘debilitating panic attacks’.
Florence Welch Has Whole Album 'Written In Head' - Despite Year-Long Hiatus Plans
Indie-rock singer Florence Welch - frontwoman of award-winning band Florence and the Machine - has confessed she’s already thought ahead to her next album, despite previously saying that she’d been taking at least a year out of the music scene.
Rita Ora Claims 'RIP' Wasn't Written For Rihanna
British singer-songwriter Rita Ora has rubbished claims that her hit #1 single ‘RIP’ was written for Rihanna - and said that she knew as soon as she'd heard the track that it was built for her.
The Cribs Unveil Video For New Single 'Anna' & Announce More UK Dates
Following a summer of festival appearances including this year’s Reading and Leeds, The Cribs have announced full details of their upcoming Autumn tour. The band who released their fifth album ‘In The Belly Of The Brazen Bull’ this year, celebrate their ten year anniversary later this year and have just announced details of a new single ‘Anna’ – which is accompanied by a unique video collaboration with artist Martin Creed.
The Word Alive Unveil 'Entirety' Video
American metalcore outfit The Word Alive have unveiled the brand new music video for their track ‘Entirety’, which you can check out below.
Legendary Queen Frontman To Become an Angry Bird To Celebrate Freddie For A Day
Freddie For A Day and Rovio Entertainment are proud to announce a unique and innovative partnership that sees the most iconic Rock’n’Roll frontman of all time, Freddie Mercury, become an honorary member of the Angry Birds family.
Nine Black Alps Back With New Album, Single, And Tour
English alternative rockers Nine Black Alps have revealed that they’re set to return this autumn, with a new tour and a new album set to hit shelves on October 8th.
The Winter Olympics Announce 'Profit And Loss' Release Date
Dance punk outfit The Winter Olympics have announced that they will release their debut album ‘Profit and Loss’ through Exeter punk label Freakscene Records on October 1st.
JLS Unveil Details Of New Album 'Evolution'
JLS shift gear into a fresh era with the release of new album, 'Evolution' on November 5th. The album will be preceded by the single 'Hottest Girl In The World', released on 21st October.
Robbie Williams Announces Tracklisting & Release Info Of New Album 'Take The Crown'
Superstar Robbie Williams has today unveiled details of his anticipated ninth studio album 'Take The Crown'.
Little Mix Hit Number 1 Becoming Fastest Selling Single Of The Year By A Group
Little Mix today storm to the top of the Official UK Singles Chart with ‘Wings’, becoming the fastest selling single of 2012 by a group.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Sunday, 02 September 2012
Ingredients Records Announce 'Mise En Place' Release Date
DJ Psylence’s Ingredients Records have long known the recipe for a picture perfect drum and bass release, and since their first release back in 2009, they’ve been a standout label who aren’t afraid to release some of the more experimental and atmospheric tracks of the genre.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 31 August 2012
Russian Murderer Smears 'Free Pussy Riot' On Wall With Victim's Blood
Two women have been found murdered in their homes in Russia - and reports suggest that police have said that their killer smeared the words ‘Free Pussy Riot!’ on the walls in their blood.