Beth Ditto Opens Up About Depression Following Father's Death

Gossip frontwoman Beth Ditto has opened up about her father's sad death last year, and how it left her depressed for some time afterwards.

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

Bruno Mars 'Locking Himself In Studio' To Finish 'Doo-Wops & Hooligans' Follow-Up

Hawaii-born singing star Bruno Mars has told his fans that he'll be locking himself in the studio to finish his currently untitled new album.

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

It Boys! Announce Release Of Debut Album 'Introduction'

Energetic LA pop-rockers It Boys! have announced that they are to culminate their 8-date UK tour this month with the release of their debut album ‘Introduction’, set for UK release on 4th June through EMI/Century Media Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Keane Unhappy With 'Fake Pop' In Today's Top 40

Alternative rockers Keane have claimed that ‘fake pop’ is the cause of the current state of the music scene, which frontman Tom Chaplin has said is in a ‘sorry state’.

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

Beastie Boys Sued By Hip-Hop Label Day Before MCA's Death

Legendary hip-hop group Beastie Boys were allegedly sued the day before Adam Yauch, a.k.a MCA, died of cancer, it has been reported.

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

Dot to Dot Festival Line-Up Expands: 23 More Acts Announced!

The countdown to this year’s Dot To Dot is hotting up with less than a month to go until a litany of the globe’s biggest buzz bands hits Bristol, Nottingham and Manchester over this coming Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend. Headlined by The Drums and Pulled Apart By Horses, and with appearances from Wavves, Willis Earl Beal, Dog Is Dead, Summer Camp, Lucy Rose, Pond and more, the tri-city event is set to reveal even more must-see acts for 2012, and you can catch them all for the mind-blowing ticket price of just £20.00!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Duran Duran's Simon Le Bon Injured Onstage In South America

Duran Duran frontman Simon Le Bon injured himself whilst performing on stage in Argentina over the weekend, but has reassured fans that he won't be pulling out of any of their up and coming gigs.

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

Def Leppard Drummer Rick Allen Releases Limited Edition 'Drum Art' Collection

In music, few tales stand as tall as that of Rick Allen, who rebounded from every drummer’s worst nightmare – the loss of an arm – to multi-platinum success with Def Leppard to the tune of 100 million-plus records sold. Now, Allen's journey beyond the conventional limits of music goes one step further into the fine art world with the release of "Electric Hand: Rhythm + Change", a highly limited series of canvases created using cutting-edge technology that turns Allen's every move behind the drumkit into a splash of color, resulting in a series of one-of-a-kind pieces that literally turn sound visual.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Ed Sheeran Denies Reports That He Is To Enter Rehab

Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has rubbished claims that he cancelled US tour dates because he needs to go to rehab, following the news that he pulled out because of personal reasons.

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

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