Clarence Clemons' Nephew Joins Bruce Springsteen And E-Street Band For World Tour

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are set to draft in the nephew of late saxophonist Clarence Clemons as the new touring sax player, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 10 February 2012

Meat Loaf To Visit London's Oxford Street HMV For New Album Signing Session

Fans of rock legend Meat Loaf will get the rare chance to ‘greet the Meat’, in person, when he visits HMV’s flagship (150 Oxford Street) store in London on Tuesday 28th February 2012 to sign copies of his new album, ‘Hell In A Handbasket.'

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 10 February 2012

Paul Weller Announces Release Of New Single 'That Dangerous Age'

Modfather Paul Weller is to release 'That Dangerous Age' on 11th March, the first single to be taken from Paul’s highly anticipated new album 'Sonik Kicks' out 19th March. 'That Dangerous Age' will be available on CD Digipack, two 7” singles and a download EP.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 10 February 2012

"Very Violent" Madonna Stalker Escapes From LA Psychiatric Hospital

A homeless drifter who was jailed for ten years in 1996 for stalking Madonna has escaped from a psychiatric hospital.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 10 February 2012

Sir Tom Jones Collaborates With Jack White For Howlin' Wolf Cover Song

Welsh singing legend Sir Tom Jones has unveiled a cover version of Howlin Wolf’s ‘Evil’, which he recorded in collaboration with Jack White and two of the Raconteurs.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 10 February 2012

Working With Daft Punk 'Meant To Be', Says Producer Nile Rodgers

Following on the from the article we published yesterday, Nile Rodgers has revealed how he pretty much had to kick Daft Punk out of his house – because their brainstorming session turned out to be way too much fun.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Fashion Designer Karl Lagerfield Apologises To Adele For 'Too Fat' Comment

Fashion designer Karl Lagerfield has publicly apologised after calling superstar soul singer Adele ‘a little too fat’ earlier in the week, a move which landed the German in widespread controversy.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Paul McCartney Honoured With Star On Hollywood Walk Of Fame & Streams Live Performance

Paul McCartney is to be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. The ceremony takes place from 2pm PST (10pm GMT) outside Capitol Records, where Paul recorded his latest album 'Kisses On The Bottom', alongside his fellow Beatles; Ringo Starr, George Harrison and John Lennon. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

The Vaccines Pick Up Xfm New Music Award

English indie-rockers The Vaccines have managed to beat off competition from Noel Gallagher and Ed Sheeran to pick up this year’s Xfm New Music Award.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Justin Bieber Working With Ke$ha On New Album?

Probably the most marmite duet ever will be hitting your ears soon, as Ke$ha and Justin Bieber are allegedly set to record a track together.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Katy Perry To Release Special Edition Of 'Teenage Dream' Album

Pop superstar Katy Perry has announced that she will release a special edition of her double-platinum certified album 'Teenage Dream' on March 26th 2012.  The first run of the release will feature a limited edition lenticular cover.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Gorillaz To Release Free New Track 'DoYaThing' Later This Month

Virtual trip-hop and electronic group Gorillaz, the brainchild of Blur star Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett, will release a brand new track later this month – for absolutely free.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Alexandra Burke Reveals 'Elephant' Album Artwork

X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke has unveiled the new artwork for her forthcoming single ‘Elephant’, the first track to be taken from the singer’s forthcoming, currently untitled second album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Foo Fighters "Super Psyched" To Perform At This Sunday's Grammy Awards

The Foo Fighters have been nominated for 6 Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, at this Sunday's Grammy Awards and the band are, in their own words, “Super psyched” to be performing at the ceremony.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

'Alexandra Palace Gig Is Hugely Significant', Say Bombay Bicycle Club

Indie-rock quartet Bombay Bicycle Club will be embarking on one of the biggest tours of their career this April – and see the final gig in London’s Alexandra Palace as the most ‘significant’ they’ve ever played.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Original YES Vocalist Jon Anderson Denies Reunion Rumours

In response to recent rumors circulating about original YES vocalist and songwriter Jon Anderson being asked to re-join YES – Jon has released a statement claiming that such rumors are unfounded and false.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Sharon Osbourne 'Not In The Position' To Fire Black Sabbath Drummer Bill Ward

Music manager and business woman Sharon Osbourne took to her Twitter last night to categorically deny claims that she has fired Black Sabbath drummer Bill Ward from the band, claiming that she doesn’t have the power to do so.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Adele Opens Up About Vocal Cord Injury Nightmare

Superstar soul singer Adele has opened up about the vocal cord injury which forced her to cancel a whole US tour as well as a handful of UK dates, as well as go under the knife.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Killswitch Engage Officially Announce Return Of Singer Jesse Leach

Killswitch Engage have officially announced they have filled the singer vacancy in the band with a familiar face: original vocalist Jesse Leach.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

My Chemical Romance More Inspired Than Ever For New Record

Gerard Way, frontman of emo-rockers My Chemical Romance, has confessed that he can never ‘leave or escape’ his band – despite how ‘burnt-out’ or uninspired he may get.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Odd Future's Earl Sweatshirt Back With New Track

Odd Future’s Earl Sweatshirt has posted a new song entitled ‘Home’, which has filled OFWGKTA fans with hope that the rapper has finally returned from Samoa – despite uncertainty about whether Sweatshirt is still part of the group.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

'Here And Now: The Very Best Of The 80s' Confirmed For Lytham Proms Festival Weekend 2012

A selection of iconic 80’s popstars will headline the opening night of Lytham Proms Festival Weekend 2012 on Friday 3rd August. “Here and Now, The Very Best of the 80’s” will feature stars: Bananarama, Rick Astley, The Real Thing, Belinda Carlisle, Toyah, Curiosity Killed the Cat and T’Pau in what is dubbed as being the Fylde Coast’s biggest party ever!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

All Time Low 'Half-Way Through' Writing New Album

Baltimore pop-rockers All Time Low have revealed that they’re half-way through completing what will be their fifth studio album – as well as dropping hints that they’ll be performing at this summer’s Reading and Leeds Festivals.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

Lady Gaga Leaked Born This Way Ball Tour Stage Photo Surfaces Online?

An image has appeared online, which could be a leaked photograph of Lady Gaga's Born This Way Ball Tour stage.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 09 February 2012

T. Rex’s ‘Electric Warrior’ Singles to be Reissued for Record Store Day

T. Rex’s second album ‘Electric Warrior’ is to be reissued on 23rd April to celebrate the 40th anniversary of glam rock. The classic album, which featured the hit singles ‘Get It On’ and ‘Jeepster’, will be released in a number of different formats including a Deluxe Edition and Super Deluxe Edition, as well as special vinyl and digital editions.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 08 February 2012

Slipknot Album Will Not See Release Until At Least 2013, Says Clown

Masked metalhead monsters Slipknot have revealed that they won’t be putting out another album until 2013 at the earliest.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 08 February 2012

Former Hollywood Undead Frontman Deuce Announces Release Of Debut Solo Album 'Nine Lives'

California based lyricist, producer, singer/rapper Deuce has announced plans to release his anticipated debut solo album 'Nine Lives' on 23rd April 2012 worldwide. Experiencing huge success as the frontman for Hollywood Undead, and creatively fueling the band’s fire that lead to millions of views on YouTube and over 800,000 album sales for debut 'Swan Songs', Deuce’s solo effort picks up right where the aforementioned sensation left off.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 08 February 2012

Tyler The Creator Reveals Details Of New Odd Future Mixtape

Controversial rap star Tyler, The Creator has revealed the details behind his and the rest of the OFWGKTA collective’s new mixtape album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 08 February 2012

Pure Love Begin Work With Gil Norton On Debut Album

Pure Love, Frank Carter and Jim Carroll, announce today that they have started work on their highly anticipated debut album with legendary producer Gil Norton.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 08 February 2012

High Contrast, Netsky, Lung & More To DJ At Hospitality Cardiff

Hospital Records’ world-renowned Hospitality club nights are touring again this February and March – and will be rounding off the cross-country trip with a monumental show in Cardiff’s Great Hall on Saturday 3rd March.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 08 February 2012