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

See Mr Hudson’s New Band BIGkids & More For Free At Camden Crawl With Red Bull Bedroom Jam

This weekend the Red Bull Bedroom Jam outdoor arena is returning to Camden Crawl festival and is bringing a lineup of the best new and established talent from across the UK and beyond!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Example: 'New Album Sees Me Doing Impressions Of Pearl Jam And Foo Fighters'

Singer-songwriter Example has told his fans that he'll be taking a much more rock-orientated approach to his new album, which will feature 'huge guitar riffs'.

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

Ian Gillan And Tony Iommi Team Up For WhoCares Charity Album

Deep Purple´s Ian Gillan (right) and Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi (above) took everybody by surprise in 2011 by releasing a charity single 'Out Of My Mind', renewing the collaboration that led the pair to record the 'Born Again' album in 1984 under the moniker Black Sabbath. For the occasion, the two rock legends called a few friends, asking for some “help”. None other than Jason Newsted, Jon Lord and Nicko McBrain completed the supergroup.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Cover Drive Reveal Diverse Influences Including Bob Marley, Blink 182 And Bruno Mars

Barbados-based pop band Cover Drive have revealed that they've been influenced by an incredibly diverse range of music, with Amanda Reifer and co. listing people like Bob Marley, Gwen Stefani, The Strokes and Bruno Mars as inspirations.

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

JLS Feeling Envious Of One Direction Success

JLS have confessed that they're rather worried about One Direction's incredible, unrivalled success across the world – as they don't want to be left behind in their shadow.

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

Gotye Explains Lack Of Festival Appearances: 'I'm Scared Of Doing Them'

Belgian-Australian singer-songwriter Gotye has admitted that he most likely won't be making many festival appearances this year – because he had some bad experiences at festivals earlier in his career.

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

Sid Wilson Says Slipknot Will Return To Studio Next Year

Slipknot DJ Sid Wilson, a.k.a #0, has revealed that the band will be back in the studio next year – meaning that a new album could be out before the end of 2013.

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

Beach Break Live Festival Offer Artists A Chance To Perform On Main Stage

Today Beach Break Live offer one artist the chance to perform on the main stage in front of 20,000 festival goers. The UKs largest and best student festival has one remaining slot on the main stage and the coveted spot is up for grabs.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Tenacious D Stream New Album 'Rize Of The Fenix'

Comedy rockers Tenacious D have made their brand new album 'Rize of the Fenix' available to stream online in full.

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

Coldplay's Chris Martin Reveals Tinnitus Nearly Ruined His Career

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has revealed that he has suffered from tinnitus after years of performing live, and regrets not protecting his ears earlier on in his career.

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

'The Best Of Kylie Minogue' Compilation Album Set For Release In June

EMI Catalogue are to release ‘The Best of Kylie Minogue’ on June 4th. The album features 21 of the best known Kylie songs from her 25-year career, on one disc. The tracks were chosen by the fans and 18 of the tracks were Top Five in the UK, including 5 Number Ones!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Kasabian's Sergio Pizzorno Drafted In For Soccer Aid's Rest Of World Team

Kasabian guitarist Sergio Pizzorno will join Soccer Aid’s star-studded Rest of the World squad at Old Trafford on May 27th, as they take on a celebrity England team in the famous UNICEF famous football charity match.

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

El Doom And The Born Electric Release New Single 'The Teeth That Match My Wounds'

El Doom And The Born Electric are set to release their new single ‘The Teeth That Match My Wounds’ digitally and on 7” vinyl via Rune Grammofon on 11th May 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 04 May 2012

Jack Black Unhappy With Today's Rock Scene

Tenacious D star Jack Black has claimed that no rock band have shown true power and greatness since 90s grunge rockers Nirvana – apart from Jack White, The Black Keys and the Foo Fighters.

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

Billy Corgan Opens Up About 'Emotional' New Smashing Pumpkins Album 'Oceania'

Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan has opened up about the band's forthcoming new album 'Oceania', which is set to hit shelves on June 18th.

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

Damon Albarn Suggests Gorillaz Could Release Album Without Jamie Hewlett

Blur star Damon Albarn has suggested that he may release another Gorillaz album without long-time partner Jamie Hewlett.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 03 May 2012

Lars Ulrich Admits He And His Metallica Bandmates Weren't Prepared For Terrible 'Lulu' Response

Metallica's legendary drummer Lars Ulrich has confessed that none of the band were ready for the incredibly negative response to their collaborative album with rock and roll star Lou Reed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 03 May 2012

The Darkness Announce Release Of Third Studio Album 'Hot Cakes'

British rock band The Darkness have confirmed they will release their third studio album ‘Hot Cakes’ on 20th August 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 03 May 2012

The Wanted New Single 'Chasing The Sun' To Feature On 'Ice Age 4: Continental Drift' Movie

The Wanted, have joined forces with Twentieth Century Fox and Blue Sky Studios to celebrate the return of one of the world’s most beloved franchises when 'Ice Age 4: Continental Drift hits cinemas on July 13th 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 03 May 2012

Ultravox Talk About New Studio Album 'Brilliant' & Unveil Artwork

Seminal electro pioneers Ultravox have issued the artwork for their first new album in 28 years, ‘Brilliant’ which is released on May 28th through EMI. The legendary quartet of Midge Ure, Billy Currie, Chris Cross and Warren Cann have created an album that not only stands alongside the finest work of their career but firmly places them as both a huge influence upon, and a vital contemporary force within, today’s musical climate.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 03 May 2012

Coldplay's Chris Martin A 'Big Influence' On New Tinie Tempah Album

Hip-hop and pop star Tinie Tempah has revealed that Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has been helping him with his new album – and said that the star has had a 'big influence' on the new record.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 03 May 2012