Rita Ora Announces New Single 'How We Do (Party)' Release Date

Following the #1 success of the gold selling DJ Fresh track ‘Hot Right Now’ and her own UK #1 debut ‘R.I.P’, star singer Rita Ora returns with brand new single ‘How We Do’ (Party) - set for release on 12th August.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 27 June 2012

'White Stripes Reunion Will Never Happen', Says Jack White

Musical genius Jack White has dashed any hopes White Stripes fans may have had for a reunion, saying that such an event could ‘never happen’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 27 June 2012

Newton Faulkner, The Beat, Saint Etienne, The Overtones & The Temper Trap Confirmed For Olympic Gig

BT London Live is proud to announce a huge host of sensational artists including: Newton Faulkner, The Beat, Saint Etienne, The Overtones and Temper Trap presented by Absolute Radio (Official National Radio Station of BT London Live) and Magic 105.4 (Official London Radio Station of BT London Live). All these acts will be performing at Hyde Park as part of London’s biggest FREE celebration of the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 27 June 2012

Green Day Reveal Tracklisting For '¡Uno!'

Green Day have today unveiled the tracklisting for ¡Uno!, the first installment from their forthcoming album trilogy '¡Uno! ¡Dos! ¡Tre!'

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 27 June 2012

The Darkness Reveal Behind The Scenes Clip & Stream New Single ‘Everybody Have A Good Time’

The Darkness have released a sneak peek into what we can expect from their first official single video for ‘Everybody Have A Good Time’. Check out the behind the scenes clip below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Mika Reveals Cherokee Remix Of New Track 'Make You Happy' - Listen Now

The first track to be unveiled from Mika’s forthcoming album, 'Make You Happy' has been remixed by French electro duo Cherokee who recently re-worked Daft Punk’s ‘Something About You’, highlighting the uplifting chill-out moments and melodies.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Skunk Anansie Reveal Artwork And Release Date For New 'Black Traffic' Album

Following their announcement of a new studio album in September, Skunk Anansie have now revealed the artwork for the 'Black Traffic' album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Coalfields Festival Unveils 2012 Line-Up & Tickets Details

This years’ Coalfields (formally known as M-Fest) will be taking place at Darton Longfields over the weekend of 14th and 15th July.

Written by: Altass | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

'My New Album Is A 90's Hip-Hop Renaissance', Says Nas

Rap star Nas has opened up about his new album ‘Life is Good’ - and revealed that he sees it as a ‘renaissance’ of 90s hip-hop, and sees him returning to his roots.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Heidi Range Confirms She Is Writing With Sugababes Bandmates

Sugababes superstar Heidi Range has confirmed that she and her Sugababes bandmates are once again writing and recording new material in the studio - though they won’t be releasing anything new this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Childline Rocks Presents 'Strum A Chord For A Good Cause' Charity Event

On October 14th, at Coventry's famed Ricoh Arena, 2500 guitarists of all types, genres and ages will gather together to attempt to break four world records:

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Red Bull Bedroom Jam Bands Return From Triumphant Download Festival

Surviving the mud and pulling off some the best performances of their lives, the eight Bedroom Jam bands returned from Download triumphant.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Michael Woods Remixes Marina And The Diamonds' 'Power & Control' - Listen Now

Renowned UK dance producer Michael Woods has been drafted into remix Marina and the Diamond’s new track ‘Power & Control’, and the results are nothing less than what you’d expect from the electronic maestro.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Royal Republic Reveal Details Of New Album 'Save The Nation'

Irreverent rockers Royal Republic roll out the red carpet for their second studio album, ‘Save The Nation’ which hits stores on 24th August 2012. Lead single, ‘Addictive’ is available digitally now.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Muse To Premiere New Single On Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 Show

Electronic rock titans Muse are understood to be premiering their brand new single on Zane Lowe’s BBC Radio 1 show Wednesday evening (27th June) at 7:30pm, three months before their dubstep-tinged new album ‘The 2nd Law’ is set to hit shelves.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Spice Girls Reunite In London To Launch 'Viva Forever' Musical

Its a reunion many pop fans never thought they would see. All five Spice Girls back together, in the same room, ready to launch their new musical 'Viva Forever.'

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Sebastian Bach Confirmed To Headline Hard Rock Hell 6

Legendary Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach has been confirmed to headline Friday night at Hard Rock Hell 6, which this year takes place at Haven Hafan y Môr Holiday Park, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, North Wales, from 29th November to 3rd December.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Reading & Leeds Festival 2012 Announce Alternative Stage & Relentless Energy Sessions Arena Line-Up

Not only does Reading and Leeds Festival bring you some of the most exciting names in music, it also provides a chance to watch some of the most famous comedians who would usually be found performing in arenas all over the country. With music and film also on the Alternative Stage line-up this stage is one of the most popular at both festivals.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Yellowcard Unveil 'Always Summer' Video

Florida-based pop-punk outfit Yellowcard have unveiled the brand new music video to accompany the track ‘Always Summer’, the first song to be released from the band’s forthcoming sixth album ‘Southern Air’ which will be released via Hopeless Records on August 13th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

Green Day Announce Release Of New Single 'Oh Love' From Upcoming Album Trilogy '¡Uno! ¡Dos! ¡Tre!'

Green Day have announced that 'Oh Love' will be the debut single from their upcoming album trilogy '¡Uno! ¡Dos! ¡Tre!'

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012

One Direction UK To Sue One Direction USA Over Name Dispute

X-Factor boyband One Direction have re-opened the dispute between themselves and an American rock band of the same name - and have now threatened to sue them.

Written by: Elliott Battee | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Carcer City Unveil 'Mistakes I Have To Live With' Video

Liverpudlian metallers Carcer City have unveiled their brand new 'Mistakes I Have To Live With' video, ahead of the release of their debut album ‘The Road Journals', out on Monday 13th August as a free download.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

The Pineapple Thief Announce Release Of New Album 'All The Wars'

The Pineapple Thief are pleased to reveal new album ‘All The Wars’ will be released by Kscope on 3rd September.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Kiss Preview New Track 'Hell Or Hallelujah'

Glam-rock icons Kiss have given fans a sneak-peek of their brand new single ‘Hell or Hallelujah’ from forthcoming new album 'Monster’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Sex Pistols To Re-Release Limited Edition 'Pretty Vacant' 7" In July

The Sex Pistols announce today that the seminal song ‘Pretty Vacant’ will be released as a limited edition 7” picture disc on 2nd July - 35 years to the day of its original release.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Lily Allen Back In Recording Studio

Lily Allen has revealed that she’s back in the recording studio, three years after she released her sophomore album ‘It’s Not Me, It’s You’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Thin Lizzy Start Recording New Material

Irish rock legends Thin Lizzy have reportedly entered the studio once again today, beginning recording sessions which could potentially conclude with the creation of their first album for almost 30 years.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Win A VIP Experience At Intimate Scissor Sisters Black XS “Excessive Session” In New York!

Just imagine this. An electrifying New York venue. An intimate audience. The Scissor Sisters performing live on stage. The Black XS “Excessive Sessions” bring you this unique rock’n’roll opportunity, while also giving you the chance to see it live in a brand new competition!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Rolling Stones Past And Present To Perform Together At BluesFest 2012

With only one day to go until the start of this year’s BluesFest, organisers are delighted to announce that the legendary Ronnie Wood has secured the services of some very special guests, who will join him at Hammersmith Apollo on June 30th to perform some of the most iconic blues songs of all time as he curates an evening celebrating the legendary Chess Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012

Ne-Yo Returns With New Album And Single Details

Multi-platinum, three-time Grammy Award-winning Def Jam recording artist Ne-Yo has returned to the world stage with his brand-new album ‘R.E.D’ - which includes the first single ‘Let Me Love You (Until You Learn to Love Yourself)’, which premiers on July 9th!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012