Conor Maynard Prepares Release Of Debut Single 'Can't Say No' - Listen Now

Hot-on-the-heels of his recent sold-out London show, Conor Maynard flew to Miami to record with Pharrell Williams who was blown away by his talent, inviting a string of high-profile musicians into the studio to meet and collaborate with him including Tyler the Creator and Ludacris.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Bloc Party 'Very Happy' To Have Signed New Record Deal

London-based indie-rockers Bloc Party have penned a new record deal which will see them putting out a follow-up to 2008’s ‘Intimacy’ – and they’ve confessed that they couldn’t be happier.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Wu Lyf NOT Leaving Live Music Scene Despite 'Goodbye Forever' Comments

Mystery Manchester rockers Wu Lyf caused panic among their fans after they said ‘goodbye forever’ to the crowd at their gig in London’s Heaven last night – only to tell NME that the show would not be their last, and that it would be ‘boring’ to just say ‘see you next year’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Nick Oliveri Admits He 'Would Have Kicked Me Out Of Queens Of The Stone Age Too'

Ex-Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri, who’s notorious for his wild behaviour and drink and drug use, has told rock news site AntiQuiet that he isn’t surprised he was booted out of the band back in 2004 – admitting that he ‘would have axed me too’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Madonna 'Almost Cried' Writing 'MDNA'

Superstar singer Madonna has confessed that she really missed the music scene whilst working on her second directorial role for her film ‘W.E’ – adding that she almost cried when she sat down to write a song for the first time.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Whitney Houston Death Caused By Accidental Drowning & Cocaine Use

Coroners investigating the death of superstar singer Whitney Houston have officially announced what they’ve found to be the cause of her death - accidental drowning and chronic cocaine usage.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Sex Tape Star Tulisa Unveils New Single 'Young' - Listen Now

Ex-N Dubz star Tulisa Contostavlos, who was recently left ’devastated’ and ‘heartbroken’ after a sex-tape featuring her and her ex-boyfriend MC Ultra started circulating online, has revealed her debut solo single ‘Young’ – which she plans to release on May 6th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 23 March 2012

Slash Says Original Guns N' Roses Line-Up Are 'Not Playing' Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame

Guitar genius Slash seems to have dashed any remaining hoped of a Guns N’ Roses reunion at the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame induction this April, telling QMI that the band are ‘not playing’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Bruce Springsteen Hits Out At Critics That Described Him As A 'Phony Patriotic'

American singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen has been accused of being a ‘phony patriotic’ by critics – causing him to hit out and respond.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Paul McCartney's 'RAM' Set For Deluxe Reissue

Paul and Linda McCartney’s 1971 album 'RAM' is to be re-released across a variety of formats in the UK on May 21st. Featuring new and exclusive content, including a beautifully packaged Deluxe Edition Box Set, it is the ultimate collectable for the Paul McCartney fan.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

All The Young Announce Debut Album 'Welcome Home' Release

British rock quartet All the Young will be releasing their debut album ‘Welcome Home’ this April, as well as playing a number of UK dates in the next two weeks.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Foe Announces Release Of New Single 'A Handsome Stranger Called Death’

‘A Handsome Stranger Called Death’, the second single from Foe’s acclaimed debut ‘Bad Dream Hotline’ out now, is set for release Monday 30th April.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Gossip Unveil Artwork For New Album 'A Joyful Noise'

Indie rock three-piece Gossip have unveiled the artwork for their fifth studio album ‘A Joyful Noise’, set for release on May 14th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Devin Prepares To Release Debut UK Album 'Romancing'

American rockabilly punk Devin is set to release his debut album and single over here this April, with UK dates lined-up for the man too.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Stevie Wonder To Headline Bestival Sunday Night

Ever since they found out that their Sunday night headliner was confirmed, Bestival organisers have been madly desperate to shout it from the rooftops. The Bestival bunker is fit to burst with utter joy as a real, bona fide musical giant will be on stage this September!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Jack White Officially Rules Out White Stripes Reunion

Jack White has ended fans hopes of a White Stripes reunion, claiming that there is ‘absolutely no chance’ of him working with ex-wife Meg White again – unless they were strapped for cash.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Calvin Harris Announces Release Of New Single 'Let's Go' Feat. Ne-Yo

Following the 2011 worldwide hit ‘We Found Love’ with Rihanna and radio and chart smashes ‘Bounce’ feat. Kelis and ‘Feel So Close’, Calvin Harris releases new single ‘Let’s Go’ featuring Ne-Yo on 22nd April.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Lana Del Rey & Ben Howard To Play At Latitude Festival

Latitude has announced that Lana Del Rey will join the seventh edition of the festival, which takes place at Henham Park in Suffollk from 12th – 15th July. The multi-award winning Lana Del Rey, whose bewitching voice, songs and bad girl persona have catapulted her from a social media sensation to a critically acclaimed artist topping the album charts in seven countries in less than a year.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Deadmau5 Track 'Professional Griefers' Feat. Gerard Way Vocals Appears Online - Listen Now

My Chemical Romance singer Gerard Way has reportedly recorded a track with superstar producer deadmau5 – just a couple of days after deadmau5 gave a huge statement slamming ‘dipshit’ collaborations with big stars.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Odd Future Boston Show Shut Down By Police

Last night rap collective Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All played the House of Blues in Boston, only to have the show cut short by local authorities.

Written by: Steven James | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

JLS Oritsé Williams Pens Track For Usher

Oritsé Williams, one quarter of X-Factor boyband JLS, has revealed that he’s written a track for US superstar Usher – and is currently waiting to find out whether the tune has made the final cut for his new album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Justin Bieber: 'I Give Up My Friends And Family To Be The Best'

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber has revealed that he has ‘given up his friends and family’ to focus on his singing and his career.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

One Direction To Play For The Queen At Diamond Jubilee Concert?

Fresh off of the announcement of their first ever headline US tour, One Direction have confessed that they’d love to perform at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations on June 4th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

David Bowie's 'The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust...' To Receive 40th Anniversary Reissue

EMI have announced details of the release of a 40th anniversary edition of David Bowie’s groundbreaking and hugely influential album, 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars'. The reissue is set for release on Monday 4th June.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

Jettblack Reveal Details Of New Album 'Raining Rock'

From 2010's first single/video, ‘Get Your Hands Dirty’, through to ‘Raining Rock’, the lead-off single/video from the second album of the same title, set for release in early June, Jettblack have continued to hone their skills when it comes to delivering material set to linger in the mind.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

50 Cent Announces Release Of New Studio Album

Rap superstar 50 Cent has revealed to fans that he’ll be releasing his fifth studio album on July 2nd, three years after his last album ‘Before I Self Destruct’ hit shelves back in 2009.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

M83 Reveal Details Of New 'Reunion EP' Feat. Remixes From Mylo, Sei A, The Naked & Famous & More

M83 will release the ‘Reunion’ EP on 7th May, the second single to be taken from the hugely acclaimed fourth album 'Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 22 March 2012

PETA Claim Noel Gallagher Needs 'Empathy Counselling'

Animal rights activists and demonstrators PETA have told Mancunian rocker Noel Gallagher that he needs ‘empathy counselling’ – because of his recent recent comments about taking his sons on holiday to Ireland so they can ‘throw stuff at cows’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 21 March 2012

Liverpool Sound City Festival Add Over 50 New Bands: The Temper Trap, Kids in Glass Houses & More

Liverpool Sound City celebrates its 5th Birthday in May and the line up continues to grow for what is set to be the best event yet. Having announced acts such as Professor Green, White Denim, Death In Vegas and the BBC Sound Best Of 2012 winner Michael Kiwanuka previously the next wave of artists brings the most exciting contemporary artists to Liverpool with a few classic names thrown in for good measure.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 21 March 2012

Introducing: The Boy Royals (Formerly TOWN) Offer Free Download Of New Track 'Voice Of The Future'

You might recognise The Boy Royals, as until recently they were building a solid reputation under the TOWN moniker.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 21 March 2012