Metallica's Kirk Hammett Announces New Book 'Too Much Horror Business - The Kirk Hammett Collection'

Metallica's lead guitarist Kirk Hammett announced today that he will publish his first book, 'Too Much Horror Business - The Kirk Hammett Collection', this October via Abrams Image.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Two Door Cinema Club Announce Release Of Sophomore Album 'Beacon'

Today, Two Door Cinema Club announce the release of their highly-anticipated sophomore album, entitled 'Beacon', out 3rd September 2012 on Kitsuné.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Gun Announce Release Of Comeback Album 'Break The Silence'

After a 14 years break, Scottish rockers Gun will release their great rock and roll comeback in the shape of new album 'Break The Silence' on 2nd July 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Ginger Wildheart Releases New Triple Album '555' Via Pledge Music

PledgeMusic, the international direct-to-fan music company, is celebrating one of its most successful pledge campaigns to date with Ginger Wildheart, frontman of UK rock act The Wildhearts, A high chart entry is anticipated due to Ginger generating nearly £200,000 with pre-orders.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Megan Massacre To Join Combichrist On European Tour

Flame-haired electro and industrial DJ Megan Massacre – one half of DJ duo Letz Massacre - have been added to the Combichrist European tour.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

One Direction's Zayn Malik Accused Of Trying To 'Pimp Islam' To Young American Fans

One Direction’s Zayn Malik has come under fire from a (particularly stupid) right-wing blogger in America – who’s accused the singing star of ‘pimping Islam’ to younger, more impressionable Americans.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Lawson Announce Release Of Second Single 'Taking Over Me' - Listen Now

Today guitar-pop outfit Lawson announce the July 24th release of their second single 'Taking Over Me'. The track premièred on In:Demand last night and may sound familiar if you've already seen the guys on tour.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Adele Song Wakes Young Girl From Coma

Superstar singer Adele has managed many things in the past couple of years, turning from a small-time artist to an award-winning international mega-hit – but it’s not often an artist can claim to have helped awake a child from a coma with a song.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Aiden Grimshaw Announces Release Of Debut Album 'Misty Eye' & Lead Single 'Curtain Call'

Aiden Grimshaw releases his debut album ‘'Misty Eye'’ through RCA records on August 20th. The album will be preceded by the single ‘'Curtain Call'’ on August 12th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Sir Paul McCartney Donates Signed Guitar For Nordoff Robbins Charity

Sir Paul McCartney is donating a signed guitar to go up for auction for Nordoff Robbins for the second time. Last time he did this in 2007, the guitar was sold for £60,000 - let's hope that this year we can raise a similar amount!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Wham! To Reunite For One-Off 30th Anniversary Gig?

Lock up your mothers! It looks as though 80's pop superstars Wham! are set to reform for a one-off celebratory concert.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 June 2012

Cow Return With Paul Weller Backed Album 'Dedicated To... The Mighty Drum'

Fresh from supporting Paul Weller at his personal request on his 5-night residency at London's Roundhouse, Cow return with a new album 'Dedicated To... The Mighty Drum'. The album, which is available now, was recorded at Paul Weller's Black Barn studios, and features the man himself on several tracks, including new single 'Black Harvest'. Cow were formed in late 2006 by Mark Boxall and Maxine Cook. The album sees them going back to the acoustic roots of their debut album with 10 new self-penned songs, drawing influences from pop, soul and psych.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

The Raveonettes Celebrate 10 Year Anniversary With New Album 'Observator'

The Raveonettes Sharin Foo and Sune Rose Wagner have announced the release of their new album 'Observator,' out September 10th via the bands own Beat Dies Records in the UK. Throughout their impressive career the Danish duo has explored sonic territories ranging from lush pop songs to reverb drenched soundscapes and continually celebrated life through songwriting. All of these forms are evident in 'Observator,' sumptuous and beautiful in its sound, but bleak and sad at its heart.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

The Bejing Gang Announce 'Tan Qi' Release Date

The Beijing Gang, a collective of high-profile Chinese classical musicians, have announced that their brand new album 'Tan Qi' will hit shelves on August 27th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Blur Tease Release Of New Material On Twitter And Facebook?

Listen up Blur fans! Exciting news looks set to be announced come early July, if the band's latest Twitter and Facebook posts are anything to go by...

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Jimmy Cliff Announces Release Of New Album 'Rebirth' & Free Download Of Lead Single 'One More'

Grammy Award-winning musician, actor, singer, songwriter and producer Jimmy Cliff has revealed he will release 'Rebirth,' his new studio album, on Tuesday 17th July 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Eminem's Approach To Rap 'Like A Scientist', Says Ice-T

Californian rap veteran Ice-T has claimed that Eminem's approach to rapping is similar in style to a scientist, following our story that Eminem had begun work on his new album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Pendulum Announce Live Band Split

Australian drum and bass superstars Pendulum have announced the split of their live band, 10 years after they began their epic career in dance music production.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

The Dirty Youth Release New Single 'Rise Up' - Listen Now

After storming a packed out Red Bull Jam Tent earlier this month at this year's Download Festival, The Dirty Youth have unleashed their new single 'Rise Up'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Stereoboard Previews Swedish House Mafia At The Milton Keynes Bowl

With less than a month to go until the historic Milton Keynes Bowl gets taken over by arguably the greatest disc jockeys in the industry at the moment, fans are beginning to titillate and prepare for their body to horripilate as they indulge in the hand raising moments underneath the lasers.

Written by: Adam Holden | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

The Beach Boys Unveil Music Video For New Album Title Track 'That’s Why God Made The Radio'

The Beach Boys have unveiled the music video for their new album's title track and lead single, 'That’s Why God Made The Radio'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Unsigned Band Review Gives Unsigned Artists Chance To Perform At Olympic Park

Today, leading online music community Unsigned Band Review announces an initiative to give unsigned bands the chance to perform at a specially constructed stage in the Olympic Park as part of London’s 2012 celebrations from 28th July - 11th August and during the Paralympics from 30th August to 8th September.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Kyla La Grange Announces Details Of New Single 'Walk Through Walls'

Kyla La Grange is pleased to announce the details of her new single, which precedes the release of her forthcoming debut album 'Ashes'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Vote Now For Machine Head's Set At Bloodstock 2012

After last week’s headliner announcement – where Bloodstock revealed the mighty Machine Head will be letting fans pick the songs at their first ever UK festival headline slot - the poll is now open to make your requests.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Paul Weller To Release New Single 'The Attic'

Having recently played a sell-out run of shows in New York and Toronto, as well as playing a few European dates and gearing up for some festival appearances, Paul Weller will release new single ‘The Attic’ on July 23rd.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Alexandra Burke, Rebecca Ferguson, Amy MacDonald & Alyssa Reid To Perform London Olympic Concerts

BT London Live has announced that quartet of female pop chart-toppers - Alexandra Burke, Rebecca Ferguson, Amy Macdonald and Alyssa Reid - will perform live at London's Hyde Park and Victoria Park as part of London's biggest free celebration of the 2012 Olympic Games.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 June 2012

General Fiasco Return With New Single And New Album

Fresh from seeing the Olympic Torch arrive safely in Belfast and performing a free concert in front of City Hall in celebration of the event, General Fiasco have now confirmed details of a new single ‘Bad Habits’ and their second album due for this summer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 June 2012

Download Paul Weller's Cover Of The Beatles 'Birthday' For Sir Paul McCartney's 70th Birthday

hat do you give as a birthday present to "The Most Successful Composer and Recording Artist of All Time” and greatest living songwriter of the 20th Century? You give respect in the form of a brilliant reworking of one of their own compositions!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 June 2012

The Defiled To Begin Work On New Album

With hangovers still raging from last week’s Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards, where The Defiled scooped the Best New Band award, London’s saviours of alternative metal have revealed that they will begin work on the follow up to last year’s 'Grave Times' album this summer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 June 2012

Thin Lizzy Release Classic Album Selection Box Set

Thin Lizzy is one of rock music’s most recognisable names. The fiery Dublin band exploded onto the scene with a fresh sound, look and attitude. Lead by the incomparable Phil Lynott, the band reached many peaks and influenced generations of musicians with classic tracks such as 'Jailbreak', 'The Boys Are Back In Town', 'Still In Love With You', 'Cold Sweat', 'Emerald' and 'Don’t Believe A Word'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 June 2012