You Me At Six Release 'The Swarm' Video On YouTube After Twitter Fan Challenge

Pop-punk rockers You Me at Six have released ‘The Swarm’ on YouTube – the track they penned for Thorpe Park’s new rollercoaster of the same name – after fans quickly hit a target number of hash-tagged tweets set by the band on their official website.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Jessie J Reportedly Set To Pen Autobiography

Pop singer-songwriter Jessie J is reportedly set to start penning an autobiography, which will re-tell details of the star’s rise to fame – including life-threatening health scares she suffered as a young child.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

REM Guitarist Peter Buck Reportedly Working On Solo Album

Peter Buck, guitarist of American rockers REM, has reportedly been working on his first ever solo record – just a year on from the mega-famous band’s 2011 break-up.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Nicki Minaj Teases Fans About 'Starships' Music Video

Flamboyant rap star Nicki Minaj has been teasing fans about the upcoming new music video for new single 'Starships, posting via Twitter a “behind-the-scenes” picture of four men dressed in pink outfits.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

The Hives Back On Track Following 'Terrible Couple Of Years'

Swedish rockers The Hives have revealed that the past couple of years have been a ‘terrible’ time for the band, but are now back on track and hoping to make a much-wanted comeback.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Keane Promise 'Strangeland' Will Be Full Of Singles

Alternative rockers Keane have confessed that they may have a little too ‘self-indulgent’ on their last record – and promised fans that their new album will contain 10-12 tracks which could all be released as singles.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Liam Gallagher Defends Decision To Play Oasis Tracks With Beady Eye This Summer

Mancunian rocker Liam Gallagher has defended his decision to play Oasis with his new band Beady Eye, following yesterday’s news that the group, which is almost a direct reincarnation of Oasis, would be performing their tracks at summer gigs this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Madonna Previews New Track 'Falling Free' - Listen Now

Superstar singer Madonna has revealed another track from her controversially titled forthcoming studio album ‘MDNA’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

The Rolling Stones To Release Tell-All 50th Anniversary Documentary

In celebration of the Rolling Stones’ 50th anniversary, The Rolling Stones will be releasing a groundbreaking and eye-opening documentary – which will be the first film to ever trace the evolution of the Rolling Stones’ from 1963-2012.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Guitarist For Welsh Band The Reasoning Goes Missing

There have been major concerns in the Welsh city of Cardigan after Owain Roberts, guitarist of local band The Reasoning, was reported missing.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 15 March 2012

Bruce Springsteen Equals Elvis’ Record For US No.1 Albums

Rock legend Bruce Springsteen has equalled Elvis’ record for Number One albums in the US charts, reaching the top spot for the tenth time in his career. The Boss has toppled London-born songstress Adele from the top spot with his latest effort, ‘Wrecking Ball’.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

The Maccabees Declare Excitement For Reading and Leeds Festival

The Maccabees have expressed their excitement at being named headliners of the NME/Radio 1 Stage at this year’s Reading and Leeds festivals. The Brighton-based five-piece were named alongside At The Drive In and Justice as headliners on the ever-popular second stage, and are prepared to “be all over it” by the time that the August festival arrives.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Justin Bieber Praises One Direction & The Wanted Over US Success

Canadian superstar Justin Bieber has sung the praises of British boybands One Direction and The Wanted after the two groups saw great success in the US iTunes charts.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Doobie Brothers Drummer Michael Hossack Dies Aged 65

Michael Hossack, drummer of super-selling Californian rock icons The Doobie Brothers, sadly passed away on Monday following a long battle with cancer.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Beady Eye Will Play Oasis Tracks During Summer Gigs

Liam Gallagher has confirmed that his new group Beady Eye, which consists mostly of ex-Oasis members, will be playing tracks by their old group for the first time when they perform live this summer.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

JLS Sign-Up James Bond Stunt Team For UK Tour Preparation

Earlier in the month, we reported that X-Factor boyband JLS had claimed that their up and coming UK tour would be the craziest and most wild yet – with the boys promising fans that the experience would be like The Matrix crossed with magicians David Blaine and Dynamo. Now, we can reveal just how intense the boys really want to get – after it emerged that they’d drafted in a James Bond stunt team for the gigs.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

One Direction To Get US Television Series?

X-Factor boyband One Direction had been absolutely tearing up the pop scene in America as they toured the states with Yankee counterparts Big Time Rush – with one Canadian newspaper even reporting that Harry Styles and co. were outshining the US group. Now, it seems that they’ve impressed the country so much that they may be in the run in for their own US TV show – with one source revealing that it was ‘definitely being talked about’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

First Three Dio Albums To Be Reissued As Special Deluxe Editions

The first three Dio albums, ‘Holy Diver’, ‘The Last in Line’ and ‘Sacred Heart’, are due to be reissued as special Deluxe Editions on 19th March.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Feeder Announce Release Of New Single 'Children Of The Sun'

Feeder’s new single 'Children Of The Sun' will be released on 30th April as a download and on 7" vinyl. It’s the second single from their forthcoming album 'Generation Freakshow' due 23rd April.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Marilyn Manson Releases New Single 'No Reflection' Ahead Of New Album Release - Listen Now

Industrial metal-head Marilyn Manson has released his new single ‘No Reflection’ this week, as he continues to upend the mainstream with every new release.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Blood Red Shoes Announce 'Cold' Release Details & Tour Dates

Brighton-based double act Blood Red Shoes have announced the release details of both their new album and single, as well as an April and May UK tour.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

The Subways Reveal Details Of New Single 'Kiss Kiss Bang Bang'

Indie rock three-piece The Subways have announced that the third single to be taken from their 2011 album ‘Money & Celebrity’ will be ‘Kiss Kiss Bang Bang’, which will get a release on May 7th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

David Lee Roth Breaks-Up Fight At Van Halen Gig

Van Halen’s David Lee Roth has become the latest rockstar to break-up a fight using his onstage presence and microphone – following on from Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl’s epic removal of a fighting fan back in July last year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Ronnie Wood, Van Morrison, Tom Jones, Hugh Laurie & More Confirmed For Bluesfest 2012

Following the runaway success of BluesFest 2011, which saw more than 16,000 music fans attend concerts by some of the biggest names in blues, jazz and soul, the festival returns to the UK this summer for a 10-day celebration of music. In response to the widespread popularity of last year’s event, the 2012 festival will increase in size and scale with BluesFest Manchester introduced to complement its southern counterpart.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Yes Sir Boss Announce Details Of Debut EP 'Desperation State'

Yes Sir Boss, the first band signed to Joss Stone's new label Stone'd Records, are to release their ‘Desperation State’ EP on 7th Mary. Blending hooks, offbeat rhythms and epic riffs, 'Desperation State' encompasses elements of everything from ska, roots and reggae, to jazz, funk and indie.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Nicki Minaj To Take On Jay-Z For Biggest Hip-Hop Mogul

Rapper-singer-songwriter Nicki Minaj has sent out a warning message to hip-hop star and Jay-Z – claiming that she’s after his position as the biggest rap kingpin.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

Gossip Announce Release Of New Album 'A Joyful Noise'

Indie rock three-piece Gossip have are back with their fifth studio album ‘A Joyful Noise’, which is set to be released on May 14th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

The Camden Crawl Announces Over 50 New Live Acts Including Glasvegas, Futureheads & Gaz Coombes

The Camden Crawl 2012 has announced over 50 new live acts to this year's live music, arts, comedy, performing arts and interactive bank holiday weekend's celebrations. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

The All-American Rejects Release New Single 'Kids In The Street' - Listen Now

Rock four-piece The All-American Rejects have now released the title track to their upcoming 4th studio album ‘Kids in the Street’, which is getting a release on March 26th later this month.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012

'Perfect Music Is Boring', Says The Black Keys' Patrick Carney

Patrick Carney, drummer of Ohio-based rockers The Black Keys, has claimed that people have ‘lost their ear’ for raw, rough music – and that too many people are creating ‘boring’ songs which sound like they could be ‘played in an elevator’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 14 March 2012