Drake's New Album 'Most Exciting Project' He's Ever Worked On

Canadian superstar Drake has promised fans that his up and coming third studio album is the ‘most exciting’ project he’s ever worked on.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 25 April 2012

Fractures Announce Release Of Debut Single 'Ride' - Listen Now

South London indie outfit Fractures are set to release their debut single 'Ride' on May 28th through Distiller Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 25 April 2012

The Beach Boys To Release Brand New Album 'That’s Why God Made The Radio'

The founding members of The Beach Boys, one of the world’s most legendary bands in popular music history, have reunited for a global 50th Anniversary celebration, including a new album release, a major international tour, and commemorative catalogue releases. Both entitled That’s Why God Made The Radio, the album is released on June 4th, and is preceded by a single on April 30th, both on EMI Records.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 25 April 2012

Bloc Party Announce New York Studio Visit Contest

Bloc Party are offering a once in a lifetime opportunity to join them in the studio to hang out with the band and watch them put the finishing touches to their forthcoming album on Frenchkiss Records, due later this year.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 25 April 2012

Justin Bieber Reveals He Has Written Track About Paternity Lawsuit

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber has revealed that he has written a song about one of the few dark times in his life – when Mariah Yeater claimed that her child was fathered by the star.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

David Guetta Working With Usher On New Track

Electro and house superstar David Guetta has revealed that he's working on another single with singer Usher, following their 2011 track 'Without You'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Nicki Minaj To Take 'Roman Zolanski' Alter-Ego On To Big Screen?

Following on from her claims that she may retire from the music industry, Nicki Minaj has revealed that she may take her Roman Zolanski alter-ego out of music and into other mediums – with a potential book and film about the gay male already on the cards.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

We Barbarians Prepare For UK Tour Ahead Of 'Headspace' Release

Californian trio We Barbarians are preparing to travel to the UK for a brand new tour, in support of their EP 'Headspace', which will see a UK release on June 4th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

BIGkids Announce Release Of New Single 'Superhero' & Debut Headline Show

After a string of low-key London shows and the release of their widely acclaimed debut single 'Drum in Your Chest', the buzz around DIY Camden duo BIGkids continues on a fast upward trajectory. Today they announce their brand new single 'Superhero' - released on June 17th. They also announce their first ever headline show - at The Ballyhoo (formerly The Bowery on New Oxford St) in London on May 24th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Dub Pistols Announce Release Of New Album 'Worshipping The Dollar'

London-based dub collective Dub Pistols have returned with their fifth studio album this year, and will be putting it out on June 2nd.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Chris Brown Announces Release Of New Album 'Fortune'

With his first UK Number One single for ‘Turn Up The Music’ and four recently announced 2012 Billboard Music Awards nominations under his belt, Grammy Award winner Chris Brown will release his highly anticipated new album 'Fortune' on Monday 2nd July.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

'Tupac Hologram Was Strictly For Coachella Festival', Says Dr Dre

Hip-hop superstar Dr Dre has told press that the hologram technology which brought Tupac Shakur back to life was designed 'strictly for Coachella Festival', but hasn't quashed rumours of a tour yet - and added that 'we'll see' whether Pac makes his way around the world or not.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Reading & Leeds Festival 2012 NME/Radio 1 Stage Line-Up Announced

The Reading and Leeds Festival is gearing up to be one of the events of the summer with the very biggest and best names in music heading to the largest twin site festival in Europe. The most successful artists in the world have played this amazing event over the years and 2012 is no exception, with some of the hottest groups being announced for the NME/Radio 1 Stage.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Sir Paul McCartney Pays Tribute To Guitar Legend Bert Weedon

Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney has paid tribute to legendary guitarist Bert Weedon, OBE, after the influential musician passed away age 91 on Saturday (April 21st).

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Newton Faulkner Announces Release Of New Single 'Clouds' & New Album 'Write It On Your Skin'

Brit nominated, acoustic guitar virtuoso Newton Faulkner is set to release his third album ‘Write It On Your Skin’ on July 9th with it's first single ‘Clouds’ out on July 1st.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

'Metallica Would Love To Headline Glastonbury' Says Lars Ulrich

Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich has claimed that he and his band would 'love' to play at the legendary Glastonbury Festival some day – and revealed that they've been trying to get their own music festival off the ground too.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

The Vaccines 'Essentially A Pop Band', Says Frontman Justin Young

Justin Young, frontman of The Vaccines, has claimed his band are 'essantially a pop band' - and added that 'pop' seems to be a dirty word in the music scene nowadays.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Man Threatens Judge With Axe Over Pussy Riot Court Case

An axe-wielding activist allegedly stormed into a judge's office and threatened to attack her if she didn't release Russian protest band Pussy Riot, who are currently in court facing jail following an impromptu performance in protest of the Orthodox Church's support of Russian primeminister Vladimir Putin.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Flying Burrito Brother Chris Ethridge Dies Aged 65

The Flying Burrito Brothers bassist Chris Ethridge has sadly passed away aged 65, according to a tweet from friend and bandmate Willie Nelson.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

The Fallen Announce 'Bury Your Demons' Album Release Date

Yorkshire-based metal outfit The Fallen have announced the release date of their debut full-length album 'Bury Your Demons'.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Pure Love Release 'Bury My Bones' As Free Download - Get It Now

Pure Love, the new project from ex-Gallows frontman Frank Carter, today release 'Bury My Bones', the first taster of their debut album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Madonna Ticket Buyers Don't Want New 'MDNA' Album For Free?

Superstar Madonna thought she was on to a winner when she decided to give away coupons for her brand new album 'MDNA' with every ticket bought to her summer US shows – but the coupons haven't had the takeup as expected, according to a report in Forbes.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Soundgarden To Release Classic Album Selection Box Set

Today, to honour the recent reunion of one of the world’s most influential rock bands and to celebrate their first European tour in fourteen years, Universal Music announce the release of an exclusive Soundgarden classic album box set, ‘Soundgarden - Classic Album Selection’ - released on May 21st.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 April 2012

Locksem To Release Debut EP 'My Turn' On May 14th

Cardiff-based drum and bass producer Locksem, a.k.a 20 year-old Taunton-born Alex Loxham, is set to release his debut EP 'My Turn' on May 14th, via Lockdown Recordings – the same label that catapulted the legendary Interface into the limelight.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

Little Boots Releases 'Every Night I Say A Prayer' As Free Download - Get It Now

Little Boots returned in the closing moments of 2011 with surprise release; a monstrous six-minute new-school disco club-banger with Simian Mobile Disco's James Ford, called 'Shake'. Now, she's unveiled another captivating taste of up and coming new album with new single 'Every Night I Say a Prayer.'

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

Fiona Apple Announces Release Of 'The Idler Wheel...' New Album

Grammy winning artist Fiona Apple is set to release her first album in seven years on June 18th. Like Apple’s 1999 record, 'When the Pawn…', the title of the new record is a poem: 'The Idler Wheel Is Wiser Than The Driver Of The Screw And Whipping Cords Will Serve You More Than Ropes Will Ever Do'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

Imogen Heap Performs 'Me, The Machine' With New Musical Gloves

Yesterday evening saw 500,000+ fans take to their Facebook pages to watch Imogen Heap perform a 90-minute live event which saw her perform 'Heapsong 6' AKA 'Me, The Machine'. To coincide with Earth Day Imogen enlisted 25 cyclists to power the lights for the show along with a field full of solar panels. Watch the performance again here.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

Scissor Sister's Ana Matronic: 'I Would Rather Be On Stage Than At Home'

Scissor Sisters frontwoman Ana Matronic has claimed that the 'happiest moments' of her life have been when she's on stage with her band.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

Nadine Coyle Linked To Celebrity Big Brother

Numerous celebrities have been linked to the next series of Celebrity Big Brother to be screened this summer on Channel 5.

Written by: Lara Rainsforth | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012

Russell Watson To Star In Coronation Street's 'Street Of Dreams'

Salford born singing sensation Russell Watson has been unveiled as the star guest performer for the World Première of Coronation Street’s live musical event, 'Street of Dreams' exclusively at the Manchester Arena on 9th and 10th May 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 April 2012