Bloodstock Launch Easter Egg Hunt - Win Weekend With Camping Tickets!

As most of you are having a few days of well earned rest over the coming Easter break, Bloodstock HQ are still hard at it organising this year’s festival, so organisers thought they would do something to keep YOU busy this weekend and give you the chance to win a pair of Bloodstock weekend with camping tickets.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 05 April 2012

Marcus Collins Lines-Up 'Mercy' Single Release

Fresh from the success of his top ten single and album, X Factor finalist Marcus Collins will release his self-penned track ‘Mercy’ on June 3rd – the second single to be taken from his self-titled debut album, which is out now on RCA Records.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 05 April 2012

'I've Got 12 Songs Written For New Solo Album', Says Pete Doherty

Controversial indie rocker Pete Doherty has revealed that he has 12 tracks written out for a new solo album, to fulfill his album obligations with EMI.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

The Beat-Herder Festival Adds Aeroplane, Fake Blood, Etienne De Crecy & More To 2012 Line-Up

The Beat-Herder, a boutique festival that takes place each June in the heart of Lancashire, is pleased to announce some exciting additions to the 2012 bill. Headlining Sunday night will be Belgium’s finest electronic export Aeroplane. Armed with his concoction of French house and Balearic beats, Vito De Luca aka Aeroplane will be the perfect DJ set to close the festival in style.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Tory MP Phil Davies Says BBC Show 'The Voice' Is Simply A 'Very Expensive Advert For Universal'

Phil Davies, a Tory MP for Shipley, West Yorkshire, has claimed that The Voice is nothing more than an advertisement for Universal Records – and an expensive one at that.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Gojira Announce 'L'Enfant Sauvage' As Title Of New Album

French metal goliaths Gojira, one of the most talked about and popular extreme bands of the last five years, have revealed 'L'Enfant Sauvage' as the title of their long-awaited fifth studio album. The title translates to 'The Wild Child.' Featuring 11 tracks of mind-bending metal, fans can get their paws on the album from June 25th, in store and digitally. Recorded at Spin Studios in New York, the album is produced by Josh Wilbur (Lamb Of God).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Anathema Offer Free Download Of 'Weather Systems' Album Track - Listen Now

Anathema are giving away a brand new track from the forthcoming Weather Systems for free here. There is also an opportunity to hear further music from the album in a downloadable podcast from the band’s label Kscope which can also be obtained for free below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Download Festival Confirm More Bands For 2012 Line-Up

Andy Copping, organiser of the annual Download Festival, has announced more than 10 new bands for this summer’s three-day metal and rock event.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

UK Punk Rockers Dive Bella Dive Offer Free Download Of 'Spend The Night Living' - Listen Now

UK punk rockers Dive Bella Dive are offering a free download of their first track ‘Spend The Night Living’ over at www.lifeanddeathrecords.co.uk. The track is available on Life and Death Records and can be downloaded for free during April. Check out the official music video here.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Pennywise Preview New Album Track 'Let Us Hear Your Voice' - Listen Now

Notorious Southern California punk rockers Pennywise, who have played a huge role in shaping the sound of Southern California punk, have given fans a chance to hear a new in-your-face track 'Let Us Hear Your Voice' from their new album, 'All Or Nothing'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Kerrang! Awards 2012 Introduce New Award Categories - Voting Opens Today!

Kerrang! has today announced that this year’s Kerrang! Awards fuelled by Relentless Energy Drink will introduce a brand new list of award categories, giving the event an extra special spark and extending the appeal into the wider world of entertainment.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

The Staves Unveil Music Video For 'The Motherlode' & Confirm Bon Iver North American Support Tour

UK trio The Staves have announced that they will be supporting Bon Iver across his upcoming North American tour. The tour kicks-off in Edmonton, Canada on the 2 1st May and concludes in Alpharetta, Georgia on the 8th June. The Staves will also appear at Sasquatch Festival on 27th May.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Steel Panther Support 'Rock The House' Initiative By Rocking Houses Of Parliament

To show support for Mike Weatherley MP's 'Rock The House' initiative, Steel Panther rocked up to the Houses of Parliament on Saturday 31st March before playing to a sold-out Brixton Academy.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Man Stabbed At London Jessie J Concert

A Jessie J concert in London ended in chaos and panic last night after a man was stabbed in the neck with a broken bottle.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Marilyn Manson To Première Music Video For New Track 'No Reflection' at 5PM GMT Today

Marilyn Manson is set to premiere the music video for his forthcoming 'No Reflection' single at 5pm GMT today, Wednesday 4th April 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Rihanna Claims She Never Aims To Be Controversial With Music Videos

Barbados-born beauty Rihanna has denied that she wants her music videos to be controversial and raunchy – with the star stating that she thinks her videos are ‘works of art’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Natives To Offer ‘Big Plans’ As Free Download On April 16th

Hailing from Hampshire’s New Forest, the quintet that makes up Natives are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting and busy year ahead. Having re-grouped following the wrapping-up of a previous project, the band headed to Los Angeles to record their first set of songs with acclaimed producer John Feldmann (Panic! At The Disco, Good Charlotte, All Time Low, The Used) at the helm.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

The King Blues Announce Split

London-based punk rockers The King Blues have announced that they have split up yesterday, following eight years and three studio albums together.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 April 2012

Bombay Bicycle Club 'Worried' That New Album Won't Be As 'Personal' As Previous Records

London-based indie rockers Bombay Bicycle Club have confessed that they’re worried about their next album – because they think their success may cause their new material to become ‘less personal’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Nicki Minaj Reveals That She Wants To Inspire 'Little Girls' To Rap

Hip-hop and pop rapper Nicki Minaj has claimed that she really wants to go out and help younger girls follow her path and become rappers.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Noel Gallagher: 'Some US Guy Made Fun Of My Hair'

Mancunian rocker Noel Gallagher has revealed how a fan in the US took the mick out of him – because he had similar hair to Phil Spector, the record producer who famously shot actress Lana Clarkson in the head.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Paloma Faith Reveals Details Of New Album 'Fall To Grace'

Paloma Faith has revealed some of the details behind her forthcoming album ‘Fall to Grace’, which hits shelves on May 28th, and her brand new single ‘Picking up the Pieces’, which comes out a week before on May 20th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Two Wounded Birds Announce Release Of Self-Titled Debut Album

Rock’n’roll dreamers Two Wounded Birds are back! They are set to release their debut album, the self-titled ‘Two Wounded Birds’, on June 4th through Holiday Recording Friends (owned by Jacob Graham of The Drums).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Crazy Town Frontman Shifty Shellshock In Coma

Shifty Shellshock, frontman of Los Angeles rap-rock band Crazy Town, has fallen into a coma according to reports from TMZ.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Steps Wow Fans On UK Tour Opener with Lady Gaga & Kylie Mashup

British pop icons Steps kicked off their ‘Ultimate’ reunion tour in Belfast last night, and impressed the audience with stage dances and renditions of their classic tracks. But it wasn’t just the classics which wowed fans at the Odyssey Arena – the Steps gang also performed covers of superstar singers like Rihanna, Kylie and Lady Gaga to great applause.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Marilyn Manson To Release 'No Reflection' On Limited Edition White Vinyl For Record Store Day

Marilyn Manson has revealed that he’ll be re-releasing his single ‘No Reflection’ as a limited-edition white vinyl piece in celebration of Record Store Day, which takes place later this month.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Deftones Confirm They Will Start Recording New Album In July

Californian alternative metal band Deftones have confirmed that they’ll be recording a brand new album this July, meaning it won’t be long before new material comes our way.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

Fatboy Slim Unveils Line-Up Joining Him At Brighton's Big Beach Bootique 2012

Today Fatboy Slim has unveiled the line-up taking over the Brighton AMEX Stadium alongside him on 1st and 2nd June this year at Big Beach Bootique 5. Joining Fatboy at the American Express Community Stadium’s first ever live music event will be some of the biggest names in dance music: Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, Nero, Annie Mac,Luciano, DJ Fresh, Maya Jane-Coles, The 2 Bears, Jaguar Skills, Doorly And Union.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

OFF! Offer Free Download Of 'King Kong Brigade' From Forthcoming Self-Titled Album

OFF! are offering a sneak preview of songs from their forthcoming self-titled album via this behind the scenes studio video that Noisey shot. Hear some tunes and discussion of what it's like to cut 17 songs in 3 days below. Click here for the free download.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012

'We Won't Come Back Until We Have Something Brand New And Distinct', Say Friendly Fires

Indie-funk band Friendly Fires have told fans that they won’t be putting out a third studio album – until they’ve created something ‘distinct’, ‘valid’, and something completely brand new.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 03 April 2012