New Nicki Minaj Track 'Marilyn Monroe’ Leaks Online - Listen Now

A brand new Nicki Minaj song has been leaked online ahead of the release of her second studio album ‘Pink Friday: Roman Released’ on April 3rd.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Rewind Festival Confirms Adam Ant As Very Special Guest

Rewind Festival have confirmed Adam Ant and The Good, The Mad & The Lovely Posse as very special guest for both this summer’s Rewind Scotland (20-22nd July, Scone Palace, Perth) and Rewind Festival (17-19th August, Temple Island Meadows, Henley-on-Thames). Adam Ant will perform at Rewind Scotland on Sunday 22nd July, and Henley-on-Thames on Sunday 19th August.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

The Union Reveal Details Of New Double A-Side Single 'Make Up Your Mind/Obsession'

To coincide with a full UK tour with The Answer, The Union return with double a-sided single on 12th March 2012. The single will include the tracks 'Make Up Your Mind' (2012 revised radio version), 'Obsession' (radio edit) and live tracks 'Cut The Line' and 'Obsession'. The singles are taken from The Union’s acclaimed second album 'Siren’s Song'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

'I Can't Believe I Was In The Beatles', Says Paul McCartney

Sir Paul McCartney has confessed that there is still a massive part of him which is amazed that he was in iconic rockers The Beatles – and that he still can’t believe that he was part of such a successful group.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Susan Boyle's Brother To Release Solo Album

Scottish singing superstar Susan Boyle apparently has another unlikely singer in her family – as her brother Gerry is set to release his debut album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

McFly Totally Sober Following Dougie Poynter's Stint In Rehab

English pop-rockers McFly have reportedly given up alcohol for good – after their bandmate Dougie Poynter completed a stint in rehab last year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

JLS' Marvin Humes 'Feels Guilty' About Making Girls Faint At Shows

JLS’ Marvin Humes has claimed he has one regret about playing on some of the biggest stags in the world – making dozens of young females faint.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Cast Announce Details Of New Single 'Time Bomb'

Cast's new single 'Time Bomb' will be released on Monday March 5th through Cast Records. The single is taken from their forthcoming album, 'Troubled Times' which will be released the same day.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

'New Record Is Inspired By Tupac', Says Speech Debelle

London-based hip-hop star Corynne Elliot, a.k.a Speech Debelle, has revealed that some of her new album was inspired by deceased rap legend Tupac ahead of the release of her second record.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Queen Frontman Quotes Taken 'Out Of Context', Say Adam Lambert

American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert has reportedly denied being the new frontman of legendary rockers Queen, just a couple of days after it was widely-reported that he would be joining the band on tour.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

'Dressing Assistant As A Penis Cheers Me Up', Says Ke$ha

American singer-songwriter-rapper Ke$ha has revealed her rather strange way of cheering herself up when she’s feeling down – making her assistant dress up as a penis.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Black Sabbath: 'We Will Continue With Or Without Bill Ward'

Hard-rock legends Black Sabbath have reassured fans that they’ll be embarking on their comeback tour as well as recording a new album – regardless of whether drummer Bill Ward wants to join them or not.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Puddle Of Mudd Singer Wes Scantlin Arrested On Drugs Charge

Wes Scantlin, frontman of veteran grunge rockers Puddle of Mudd, may have to ‘Come Clean’ this spring – after it was revealed he was arrested and bailed over a drugs charge last month.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Graham Coxon Launches 'What'll It Take' Music Video Competition

Graham Coxon has launched a competition via his website whereby fans can be featured in the video for 'What’ll It Take', the first single from new album 'A+E'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

OK Go Showcase Incredible New 'Needing/Getting' Video

Veteran Chicago rockers OK Go have unveiled a startling new video for their track ‘Needing/Getting’, which is trending on Twitter having received over 1,000,000 views in just one day.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

The It Boys! Reveal Debut Single And Video

LA rockers IT BOYS! are set to bring a brand new, unheard before sound to the UK music scene this spring – as they prep themselves for the release of their debut UK single ‘Guys Don’t Like Me’ on March 12th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

Coldplay Unveil New 'Charlie Brown' Video

Alternative rockers Coldplay have unveiled the new video to their track ‘Charlie Brown’, which you can see at the bottom of the page.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 06 February 2012

'Music Industry Entering Golden Age', Says Spotify CEO Daniek EK

Danuil Ek, founder and owner of Spotify, believes that the music industry is flourishing and is entering a new ‘golden age’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Arctic Monkeys To Stream Tonight's Paris Show Online

Fans of alternative rockers the Arctic Monkeys will be able to watch the entirety of their sold-out gig in Paris’ Olympia venue tonight, as they’ve chosen to stream the show over the internet.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Decca Record Label Begins Search For Singer To Hit Lowest Ever Note

Record label Decca have launched a search for a new singing star, but it’s one that most needn’t bother apply for – not even Canadian superstar Justin Bieber would stand a chance. Because the company is looking for the singer lowest possible singing voice they can find – to try and get them to hit the lowest note ever sang by a human before.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Calvin Harris 'UK's Most Successful Songwriter Of 2011'

Scottish singer-songwriter Calvin Harris has been named as the most successful songwriter of 2011, beating the likes of Adele and Lady Gaga.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Tenacious D New Album 'Rize Of The Fenix' Set For May Release

As announced today on Tenacious D’s website www.TenaciousD.com, their anticipated new album, 'Rize of the Fenix', will be released in May. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Professor Green Forced To Cancel Two UK Shows

British hip-hop and grime star Professor Green has been forced to cancel two UK shows, as he has to be in Italy for promotional work.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Gene Simmons: 'KISS Will Have Angry Birds Spin-Off Game'

KISS star Gene Simmons has told gaming news site Industry Gamers that the band are involved with in talks with the makers of the game Angry Birds – which could end up with the group having their own spin-off version of the game.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Rolo Tomassi To Release 'Hard-Hitting' New Album This Summer

British mathcore rockers Rolo Tomassi have promised their fans a ‘hard-hitting’ new album, which they hope will appeal both to old fans that are already into the band and people who haven’t yet heard of them.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

One Direction Bring 'Up All Night' US Release Date Forward Due To Popular Demand

X-Factor boyband One Direction seem to have a bit of a Midas touch at the moment, with their UK tours selling out, their debut album becoming the fastest-selling debut record of 2011, and receiving an invite from Big Time Rush to go on their first US tour. Now, they’ve been forced to bring their American single and album release dates forward – because of immense demand.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Ricky Martin To Perform LMFAO Track On Glee

Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin will appear on world-famous US series Glee this February 7th, and will be seen performing his own cover version of an LMFAO song.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Iced Earth & Sepultura Added To Bloodstock 2012 Line-Up

Metal titans Iced Earth (main pic) and thrash icons Sepultura (small pic) are the latest additions to Bloodstock 2012, joining an already massive line-up that includes headline sets from Alice Cooper and Behemoth, as well as exclusive appearances from Watain, special guests Dimmu Borgir, Hatebreed, Black Dahlia Murder and many more.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Jimmy Carr, Rolf Harris, Ren Harvieu & More Added To Camp Bestival 2012 Line-Up

Following last week’s Camp Bestival announcement featuring Hot Chip, Kool & The Gang, Chic featuring Nile Rodgers, The Young British Foodies, Mr Tumble and more festi-news, organisers are able to announce their comedy headliner for 2012 and even more ace live acts and DJs.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012

Nick And Aaron Carter's Sister Leslie Died Of Prescription Drug Overdose, Police Report Says

Leslie Carter, sister of Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter and solo singer Aaron Carter, died because of a prescription drug overdose according to a police report.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 03 February 2012