Against Me!'s Frontman Tom Gabel To Continue Life As A Woman

In the days of Glam-rock and it's make-up clad rockstars, it wasn't uncommon for a Dude to look like a Lady – even Aerosmith thought so. But, today, Against Me!'s frontman Tom Gabel is about to take it to the next level – and will become the band's new frontwoman!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Azealia Banks Accuses Lil' Kim Of Not Writing Own Raps

Hip-hop star Azealia Banks has continued her on-going dispute with Lil' Kim this week, after she accused the rapper of not writing her own verses – despite adding that there was 'no beef' between them.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Dolphins Die After Being Spiked At Techno Festival

A drugs overdose at a techno/electronic dance music event is, admittedly, not the most uncommon of occurrences – but a rave held in a Zoo in Switzerland saw what was possibly the first drug-related Dolphin death the world has ever seen.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

My Bloody Valentine Taking New Approach On Next Album

Shoegaze rockers My Bloody Valentine are preparing to release their first album for over 20 years, and have now revealed that the new record will see their sound taking on a rather different style – with frontman Kevin Shields telling The Quietus that they even have a drum and bass track.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Benga Unveils First Single 'Icon' From Forthcoming Album 'Chapter 2' - Listen Now

‘Icon’ is the first single to be released from Benga’s forthcoming second album ‘Chapter 2’, due for release in August on Columbia Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Open Mic UK Winner Birdy Is Flying High!

Open Mic UK winner Birdy is flying high! Birdy’s debut album has been a massive hit across Europe achieving number one status in both Holland and Belgium and hitting the Top 20 in the UK. In March 2012, Open Mic UK winner Birdy was one of the artists who contributed to the Hunger Games’ film soundtrack with her single 'Just A Game', along with Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, and Arcade Fire.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Jessie J To Headline Friday Night At Ponty's Big Weekend

Ponty's Big Weekend will see an extra day added to turn the popular annual weekend into a fantastic 3-day event! The first headliner for the brand new day will see Number One selling artist Jessie J perform on Friday July 20th 2012!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

CourageHaveCourage Make 'Lioness' Available For Stream - Listen Now

Alternative outfit CourageHaveCourage have posted their new track 'Lioness' online, meaning you can stream it right now – check it out below.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Dodgy's Matthew Priest Claims The Stone Roses Are Rehearsing Without Drummer Reni

Dodgy's Matthew Priest has claimed that reformed Manchester rockers The Stone Roses have been rehearsing for their comeback shows without legendary drummer Reni, as the sticksman is currently too ill.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Tulisa Contostavlos Confirmed For Ibiza And Mallorca Live

Ibiza & Mallorca Live have announced the announce the addition of Tulisa Contostavlos to the line-up of shows this summer, following the former N-Dubz star's #1 success in FHM's Sexiest Woman of 2012.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Duran Duran Announce Release Of 'A Diamond In The Mind' Live DVD & CD

Following the phenomenal success of their recent 'All You Need Is Now' UK arena tour, and the announcement that they will be representing England as one of the headliners at the BT London Live Opening Ceremony Concert in Hyde Park, to celebrate the London 2012 games, iconic British band, Duran Duran, are shortly set to release 'A Diamond In The Mind' - a recording of one of the band’s live concert performances on DVD, Blu-ray and CD.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Gaz Coombes Doesn't Rule Out Supergrass Reunion

Supergrass frontman Gaz Coombes has claimed that he currently has absolutely no interest in a Supergrass reunion – but didn't rule out the move later in life.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Stereophonics To Release 20th Anniversary Concept Album In October

Welsh rockers Stereophonics will release an 'ambitious' new concept album before the end of the year, to mark their 20th anniversary.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

The Offspring Announce New Album Release & Reveal New Single 'Days Go By' - Listen Now

Punk rock legends The Offspring have returned to our airwaves with the premiere of their brand new track 'Days Go By'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Biffy Clyro Trying To Reclaim 'Lost Fans' With New Album

Scottish rockers Biffy Clyro have revealed that they hope to regain some of their 'lost fans' with their forthcoming double album 'The Land at the End of Our Toes' and 'The Sand at the Core of Our Bones'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Chuckie, Hardwell, Cazzette & Steve Smart Confirmed As Support For Avicii At London O2 Arena Show

DJ of the moment Avicii has announced the support acts for his debut UK headlining tour at the O2 Arena.

Written by: Adam Holden | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Hundred Reasons (Finally) Announced To Play At 2000Trees

As if this year’s 2000trees line-up wasn’t exciting enough as it was, organisers are now delighted to be able to announce that British post-hardcore legends Hundred Reasons will be performing on the Main Stage on Saturday night. Playing their 2002 classic 'Ideas Above Our Station' in full, their set will be a treat for all fans of early 21st century British rock.

Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Coldplay Pay Tribute To Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch

The Beastie Boys may have been one of the greatest hip-hop groups of all time, but it's not just rapping that they're famous for, with the band initially forming as a punk band – they were even inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame earlier in the year. Amongst many others, they even inspired alternative rockers Coldplay – and Chris Martin and co. have shown their support following Adam Yauch's death by performing '(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party)' at a concert in California on Friday night.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

New Richard Hawley Album 'A Metaphor For Britain's Uncivilised Society'

Rock singer-songwriter Richard Hawley has claimed that his latest solo album 'Standing at the Sky's Edge' is a 'metaphor' for the poor state in which Britain currently lies.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

The Cribs Unveil 'Cribs In Bloom' Video & Stream 'In The Belly Of The Brazen Bull' On Spotify

To celebrate the release of their brand new album 'In The Belly Of The Brazen Bull' which is out now on Wichita, The Cribs recently hosted a unique fan event in London. On a very wet and windy day at Shepherd's Bush Market, a special billboard poster site was erected featuring the album art, devised by friend of the band Nick Scott, and finished with a specially made 1 foot deep border of real flowers mirroring the flower design in the artwork. Throughout the day hoards of fans stopped by to help place flowers on the billboard and be part of the build. The whole event was captured on camera and the film is now available on YouTube.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Mick Jagger To Host Saturday Night Live Season Finale

Rolling Stones star Mick Jagger has been drafted in to host the season finale of Saturday Night Live, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Damon Albarn Working On Solo Record

Blur star Damon Albarn has revealed that he’s working on a new solo album, following the release of ‘Dr Dee’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

The Beastie Boys' Mike D Pays Tribute To MCA

The Beastie Boyss Mike D has emotionally opened up about the death of his long-time friend and bandmate Adam Yauch, who sadly died of cancer on Friday.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 08 May 2012

Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch Dies Aged 47

Rap star Adam Yauch, one third of the iconic hip-hop outfit the Beastie Boys, has lost his battle with cancer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Saturday, 05 May 2012

Lady Gaga Splits From Boyfriend Taylor Kinney

According to reports, pop superstar Lady Gaga has split from her 10-month boyfriend Taylor Kinney.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Saturday, 05 May 2012

No Big Name Collaborations On New Album Says The Prodigy's Liam Howlett

The Prodigy frontman Liam Howlett has revealed more of the details of their forthcoming new album, after revealing yesterday that the album would be called 'How to Steal a Jet Fighter'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Justin Bieber To Release Track About His Mother

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber has got one of the cleanest images in the music industry – and he's now set to get even cleaner, as it was revealed he'd be releasing a song about his mother later this month.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Damon Albarn Unveils Interactive 'Dr Dee' Album Sampler - Listen Now

Blur and Gorillaz star Damon Albarn has uploaded an interactive album sampler to promote his forthcoming new solo album Dr Dee.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Nelly Furtado 'I Feel Like Quitting Music After Every Album Release'

Singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado has confessed that she often feels like retiring from music after putting out an album – though she never goes through with her plans and sees each new album process as a 'rebirth'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Jennifer Lopez Promises Fans She Will Perform All Her Hits On Tour

Latino star Jennifer Lopez has promised fans that she'll be performing all of her hits on her up and coming tour, which will take her across Canada and the US alongside Enrique Iglesias.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012