Sacred Mother Tongue Announce 'A Light Shines...' EP Release Date & Free London Gig

Northampton-based metalcore four-piece Sacred Mother Tongue have announced that their brand new EP ‘A Light Shines...’ will hit shelves on September 3rd - and they’ll be celebrating the release with a free performance in London on Thursday (July 5th).

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 July 2012

Justin Bieber Cuts Radio Interview After Being Compared To Justin Timberlake

Canadian teen superstar Justin Bieber might be known for his ‘Never Say Never’ film, but now it seems to be ‘Never Say Timberlake’, after an awkward radio call-in ended up with Bieber hanging-up on the host - because he was compared to Justin Timberlake.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 July 2012

Bombay Bicycle Club Unveil Tom Moulton's Remix Of 'Beg' - Listen Now

Ahead of the release of their new single 'Beg' next Monday, Bombay Bicycle Club have unveiled an exclusive remix of the track courtesy of legendary American record producer - and the man generally regarded as popularising the 12" single - Tom Moulton.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 July 2012

Being There Announce Release Of New Single 'Tomorrow'

Due for release on 9th July via the renowned Young & Lost Club is ’Tomorrow,’ the third single from London lo-fi indie rockers Being There’s debut album 'Breaking Away' - a nostalgic paean to long summer nights and lost sweethearts.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Corey Taylor: 'New Slipknot And Stone Sour Material Coming'

Rock and metal vocalist Corey Taylor has revealed that Stone Sour will be releasing a double concept album later this year - and that Slipknot would be working on some new music in the future too.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Rob Zombie Reveals Cover Artwork For Remix Album 'Mondo Sex Head'

On August 6th Rob Zombie releases 'Mondo Sex Head', featuring new and unique remixes of Zombie classics by some of today’s top DJs, including KoRn’s Jonathan “JDevil” Davis, Photek, the Bloody Beetroots, Drumcorps and Ki:Theory. Each track was hand selected by Rob Zombie who road-tested many of the songs in his car, driving the L.A. streets.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

While She Sleeps Unveil New Single 'Seven Hills' - Listen Now

Winners of the Kerrang! award for Best British Newcomer - Sheffield based metalcore crew While She Sleeps - unleashed their beast of a single 'Seven Hills' on listeners of the BBC Radio 1 Rock Show last night, Monday 2nd July.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Metronomy Unveiled As Green Man Festival 2012 Special Guests

We’re bringing a little extra treat to the celebrations - the mighty Metronomy are heading to Wales as Green Man’s very special guests for summer 2012. In addition, Savages, Lonely Dear, Tom Williams & The Boat, a host of DJs, and more Chai Wallahs confirmations are all added to the bill.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Guillemots Give Away Free Download Of Album Track 'Fleet' & Reveal New Live Acoustic Video

Guillemots are giving away a free download of their album track 'Fleet'. The track is taken from their most recent album 'Hello Land!', which is the first of four albums to be released this year by the band.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Maya Jane Coles Unveils Remix Of 2:54's 'Creeping' - Listen Now

House producer and DJ Maya Jane Coles has unveiled her remix of 2:54’s ‘Creeping’ - you can check out the track below.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Fazer Unveils Debut Solo Single 'Killer' - Check Out The Video Preview Now

Former N-Dubz star Fazer is set to make an explosive return to the music scene this August, with his eagerly awaited debut solo single ‘Killer’ - which sees a release through Island Records on August 26th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Primordial, Textures And Bossk Added To Damnation Line-Up

Fans of underground metal will be rejoicing this morning at the news that Damnation Festival has added Primordial, Textures and Bossk to its 2012 line-up.

Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Liam Gallagher: 'Next Beady Eye Album Will Be Absolutely Bang On'

Manchester rock Liam Gallagher has opened up about the band’s next album, and how he and his Beady Eye bandmates have been spending a lot more time on the material they’re working on this time round.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Patti Smith Joins End Of The Road Festival Line-Up

Legendary singer-songwriter Patti Smith has joined the bill for End of the Road Festival, thus completing the lineup for 2012.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Dappy Announces 'Bad Intentions' Album Release & Unveils 'I'm Coming: Tarzan 2' Music Video

Former N-Dubz star Dappy has announced the release date of his debut album ‘Bad Intentions’ - as well a the video for his track ‘I’m Coming: Tarzan 2’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Blur's Alex James Has 'No Idea' What Happens Next With The Band

Blur star Alex James has confessed that he has ‘no idea’ what direction the band will be taking next, after debuting their two brand new singles ‘The Puritan’ and ‘Under the Westway’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Friends Unveil AlunaGeorge Remix Of 'I'm His Girl' - Listen Now

Brooklyn-based dance-punk outfit Friends have unveiled the brand new AlunaGeorge remix of their track ‘I’m His Girl’ - out August 27th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

'Unwanted' White Stripes Record Fetches $12,700

A rare piece of White Stripes vinyl managed to sell for $12700 today - despite it being branded as the record ‘no-one wanted’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Lamb Of God Frontman Randy Blythe To Stay In Czech Prison For At Least Another 10 Days

In trouble Lamb of God frontman Randy Blythe will remain in a Czech prison for at least another 10 days, as video footage of the incident for which he is being charged with manslaughter surfaces online.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012

Blur Unveil Two Brand New Songs 'Under The Westway' And 'The Puritan' - Listen Now

This evening, from the rooftop of their west London studio, Blur performed two brand new songs via a worldwide live video stream.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Soil And Fozzy Confirmed for Hard Rock Hell 6

Following a hugely successful appearance at this year's Download Festival, Soil get set to rock Hard Rock Hell 6 this December 2nd, which this year takes place at Haven Hafan y Môr Holiday Park, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, North Wales.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

The Smashing Pumpkins To Reissue 'Pisces Iscariot'

EMI Music’s extensive reissue campaign honouring the legacy of The Smashing Pumpkins continues on July 16th - with the reissue of ‘Pisces Iscariot’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Eminem Confirms He Will Work With Dr Dre Once Again On New Album

Superstar rapper Eminem has opened up about his forthcoming and currently untitled new album, revealing that he has yet to work with partner in crime Dr Dre - though he’s definitely going to be doing some kind of business with his fellow rap star.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Arctic Monkeys Tell Fans New Album Will Be 'Heavier' Than Previous Efforts

English indie-rockers Arctic Monkeys have promised fans that their next album - the follow up to last year’s ‘Suck it and See’ - will be much ‘heavier’ than previous efforts, and could mark a new direction for the band.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Introducing - Zeus Unveil Video For New Single 'Are You Gonna Waste My Time'

Few bands can be simultaneously timeless and relevant, but that’s exactly the hi-­wire act Zeus has become. Signed to Arts And Crafts and the sometimes support of Broken Social Scene, Zeus are not so much typical of the Canadian indie scene as they are classic British rock circa 1974-1975.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

The Civil Wars' Joy Williams Gives Birth To First Child

Joy Williams, one half of Americana/country duo The Civil Wars, has announced the birth of her first child.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Pet Shop Boys Announce 'Winner' Release Date - Listen Now

Dance music duo Pet Shop Boys have announced the release date of their brand new single ‘Winner’, taken from their forthcoming new album ‘Elysium’, out September 17th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Kimmy Reader Announces 'I Would Not Stay' Single Release Date - Listen Now

Indie-pop and folk singer Kimmy Reader has announced the release date of brand new single ‘I Would Not Stay’, as well as a date supporting Katy B at Somerset House on the 8th of July.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Sucioperro Announce 'Fused' Release Date

Scottish rockers Sucioperro have announced that they’ll be releasing brand new album ‘Fused’ on August 8th digitally, following the announcement of their August UK tour.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012

Evile Moved To Mainstage For Bloodstock Festival

Evile have been moved to the main stage for this year's Bloodstock Open Air festival, which takes place from 9th to 12th August in Walton-On-Trent, UK.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 02 July 2012