Cult Rock Outfit Ween Split

Cult American rockers Ween have split up after 25 years together, according to comments from frontman Aaron Freeman (a.k.a Gene Ween).

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 01 June 2012

Blurred Vision Announce New Cover Single 'The Sound Of Silence'

Canada-based rock and roll outfit Blurred Vision have announced that they've released new single 'The Sound of Silence' – a cover of Simon and Garfunkel's classic, 50 year-old track.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 01 June 2012

Justin Bieber Causes Oslo Stampede - 49 Girls Injured

The mayor of Oslo will apparently be launching an investigation today after a dozens of young teenage girls were left injured after a stampede to catch a glimpse of Canadian star Justin Bieber ended in chaos.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 01 June 2012

Will Young To Make Theatre Debut In 'Cabaret' & Unveils Video For New Single ‘I Just Want A Lover’

Rufus Norris’ much anticipated re-imagining of his double Olivier-award winning production of 'Cabaret' is to star internationally renowned singer/songwriter Will Young in his musical theatre debut as the enigmatic Emcee. The production will play The Savoy Theatre in London’s West End from 3rd October following an exclusive four week September tour.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 01 June 2012

Bloc Party Reveal New Album Almost Didn't Happen

Indie rock outfit Bloc Party have revealed that there forthcoming new album was almost scrapped, following yesterday’s announcement that the record would be coming out on August 20th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 01 June 2012

Michael Buble To Be Honoured With O2 Silver Clef Award

Nordoff Robbins, the national specialist music charity, has announced today that Michael Bublé will win the Raymond Weil ‘International Award’ at the 2012 O2 Silver Clef Awards in support of music charity Nordoff Robbins.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Lady Gaga Makes History With 25Million Twitter Followers

Eccentric pop superstar Lady Gaga has broken yet another record on social networking site Twitter – after she became the first person on the site to amass 25,000,000 followers today.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

The Eagles' Glenn Frey Announces Release Of New Album 'After Hours' - Listen Now

Six-time Grammy Award winner and founding member of The Eagles, Glenn Frey will release 'After Hours', a collection of classic love songs from the 40’s to the present, on June 25th on Polydor Records. 'After Hours', his sixth solo album and first since 1995 is a total departure taking him in a whole new direction. The two-and-a half year project was developed out of Frey’s passion for the songs and sound of such artists as Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, and Dinah Washington. The collection of songs include 40’s classics such as 'Sentimental Reasons' and 'My Buddy,' and favorites from some of his contemporaries, such as Brian Wilson’s 'Caroline No', the first single from the album and Randy Newman’s 'Same Girl' as well as the added spice of the American standard, 'Route 66.' Frey collaborated with co-producers Richard F.W. Davis and Michael Thompson, both members of The Eagles touring band, to make the 14-track record possible.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Maximo Park Reveal Errors Remix Of New Single 'Hips And Lips' - Listen Now

Maximo Park are returning to the live fray with three dates in June, in Birmingham, Manchester and London. These shows will provide an opportunity to see the band preview new material from their forthcoming album 'The National Health' in intimate surroundings.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Bloc Party Announce 'Four' Album Release Date

Indie rockers Bloc Party have revealed that their forthcoming new album 'Four' will be released on August 20th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Matt Cardle Insists He Is Happy To Have Been Dropped By Record Label

X-Factor winner Matt Cardle has insisted that he's happy that he's been dropped by his record label – despite releasing just one album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Dub Pistols Announce New Fan Built Music Video

Dub Pistols have called on fans far and wide to contribute to an exciting video concept for their standout single ‘Alive’, taken from their impending fifth album ‘Worshipping The Dollar’. The video will utilize the popular photo sharing app Instagram to bring together fan submitted images displaying their own attitude for what it’s like to be “Alive in 2012”. All fans need to do is take a picture using Instagram and add the hashtag #ImAlive2012 - on June 5th the fan’s submitted images will be downloaded and the best ones slotted into the video, which will be published around the single release on 25th June.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Metallica 'Can't Afford' To Stop Touring

Thrash metal titans Metallica have confessed that they literally can't afford to stop touring – because they don't make enough money from royalties and record sales.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Easy Star All-Stars Announce New Album Release Date

Reggae collective Easy Star All-Stars have announced the release date of their new tribute album – and have launched a competition to unveil which iconic album they have covered and re-imagined this time.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Friends Stream New Single 'Home' For Free - Listen Now

Brooklyn-based party-pop outfit Friends have announced that they're streaming new track 'Home' ahead of the release of their highly-anticipated debut album 'Manifest!', which is set to hit shelves on June 4th via Lucky Number.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Lady Gaga Working On New Album Whilst On Tour, Says Manager

Eccentric pop superstar Lady Gaga is reportedly working on her next album whilst touring her latest release 'Born This Way', according to co-manager Vincent Herbert.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

'Mission To Lars' Documentary Film Gets UK Cinema Tour

The film everyone has been talking about is to hit the theatres of the UK. 'Mission To Lars' will be on tour!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Kasabian Hoping To Perform In Space

Leicester-based rockers have reached the highest point in their 15-year career this year, after their latest album 'Velociraptor!' hitting #1 in the UK Albums Chart and the band being drafted in to headline the epic Reading and Leeds Festivals later this year. But, there's just one milestone they have in their sights now – to perform a gig in space.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Lawson To Play Free Show In Birmingham TONIGHT!

Following the Sunday 27th May release of their debut single ‘When She Was Mine’, Lawson will be busking at St Martin’s Square in Birmingham today 31st May! The band will be performing at 5.30pm and meeting fans afterwards before playing their sold-out show at The Temple Institute.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

New Drum N Bass Direction For Leona Lewis?

X-Factor winner Leona Lewis is reportedly set to change her style in an attempt to engage with a younger, more modern crowd – and may be venturing into the realm of drum and bass.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Ed Sheeran's '+' Goes Four Times Platinum

Flame-haired singer-songwriter-guitar player Ed Sheeran has announced via Twitter that his debut album '+' has gone quadruple platinum here in the UK.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

The Darkness Unveil 'Hot Cakes' Album Tracklist & Brand New Song - Listen Now

The Darkness return this summer with the eagerly awaited release of their third album ‘Hot Cakes’ on 20th August 2012. Today the band made album opener ‘Every Inch of You’ immediately available via a lyric video posted at www.theactualdarkness.com and the track appearing on iTunes worldwide, providing an excellent taster of what to expect from the third album by the rock band.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

Metallica To Stream Rock Am Ring Performance Online

Metal legends Metallica have announced that they will be streaming their set at Germany's Rock Am Ring Festival via their website for all fans to watch.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

Ed Sheeran Working With Taylor Swift?

Singing star Taylor Swift is apparently working with flame-haired guitar player Ed Sheeran on her new album, according to reports from The Sun.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

Madonna Mocks Lady Gaga During Live Show?

Superstar singer Madonna allegedly broke into a Lady Gaga verse during a performance in Israel this week – something which has been seen as an attack on the eccentric popstar, who’s often been compared to Madonna throughout her career.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

Mogwai Confirmed As Third And Final Headline Act For Green Man Festival 2012

After months of speculation, Mogwai have been announced as the third and final headliner for August's Green Man festival. Joining previously confirmed Van Morrison and Feist, the veteran Glaswegian instrumentalists will provide a spectacular ending to the Friday night of the Glanusk Park event as they finish up the first night's main stage entertainment.

Written by: David Ball | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

Nicole Scherzinger To Guest Judge X-Factor

American singer-songwriter Nicole Scherzinger is the latest star to be lined-up for a guest spot on the X-Factor judge’s panel, following Rita Ora’s appearance at the last auditions.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 30 May 2012

Adam Lambert Opens Up About Being A Gay Popstar

New Queen frontman and American Idol star Adam Lambert has opened up about being a gay star, and how difficult it can be for him and the rest of his 'community'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 29 May 2012

DJ Fresh Admits He Would Judge Simon Cowell's New X-Factor Style DJ Show

Superstar drum and bass producer DJ Fresh has claimed that he'd have no problems with featuring on Simon Cowell's forthcoming new X-Factor style DJ talent show.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 29 May 2012

New Justin Bieber Track 'All Around the World' Ft Ludacris Leaks Online - Listen Now

A brand-new, never-before-heard Justin Bieber track feature rap star Ludacris has surfaced online ahead of the release of his forthcoming new album 'Believe'. Check out the new track below.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 29 May 2012