Sonic Youth’s Lee Ranaldo Announces New Album ‘Between The Times and The Tides’

Sonic Youth guitarist Lee Ranaldo has announced details of his new solo album ‘Between The Times and The Tides’, which is due for release on 26th March. Album track ‘Off the Wall’ is available to listen to via the Matador Records website.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Saturday, 14 January 2012

Tanlines to Release Debut Album ‘Mixed Emotions’

New York-based experimental pop duo Tanlines have announced details of their debut album ‘Mixed Emotions’, which is due for release on 19th March. Album track ‘Brothers’ is available to listen to below. ‘Mixed Emotions’ follows the 2010 release of the Tanlines compilation album ‘Volume On’, which featured all of the band’s EPs to date as well as a number of remixes.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Saturday, 14 January 2012

Sweden’s Simian Ghost Announce New Album ‘Youth’

Swedish electro trio Simian Ghost have announced that their second album ‘Youth’ is to be released on 5th March. The follow-up to their 2010 debut ‘Infinite Traffic Everywhere’ will be preceded by single ‘Wolf Girl’ on 16th January – watch the video below.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Saturday, 14 January 2012

Example Signs Major Record Deal With Mercury/Universal

Rapper, singer and songwriter Example has had an incredible year – which has seen him put out a #1 album, two consecutive #1 singles, perform on a sold out headline UK tour (as well as his biggest ever European tour) and his second album ‘Won’t Go Quietly’ earn a Gold certificate. But, 2012 may have already brought him one of the biggest milestones of his career – after he signed a deal with label giants Mercury/Universal in the United States.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 13 January 2012

Gabriel & The Hounds Sign To Communion Records & Announce Debut Album

Communion have announced the signing of Brooklyn based artist Gabriel & The Hounds.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 13 January 2012

Kina Grannis Announces Release Of New Single 'In Your Arms' & UK Tour Dates

February will see the UK release of the latest single from 26-year-old, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and Internet phenomenon, Kina Grannis. The single 'In Your Arms' is accompanied by a one-of-a-kind music video that has already proved to be a major hit with US audiences.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 13 January 2012

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi Releases New Statement Following Cancer Diagnosis

Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi has issued a statement regarding his recently diagnosed lymphoma cancer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 13 January 2012

Nominations Revealed For 2012 BRIT Awards

With less than six weeks to go until The BRIT Awards 2012 take place at The O2 in London, the nominations were announced this evening at a special launch event at The Savoy. It was revealed that 2012 was the year of the solo singer-songwriter, with Ed Sheeran, Jessie J and Adele leading the nominations.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Make-Up Artist Posts Freaky Drake Transformation Video

It’s pretty common sight in today’s world to see kids acting and dressing like their favourite bands or artists, or even having their haircut the same way. But one Drake fan has really taken the biscuit – after she posted a video of her transforming herself into a scarily accurate lookalike of the Canadian rap star.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Jessie J & Ed Sheeran Reportedly Leading BRIT Award Nominations

Jessie J and Ed Sheeran are reportedly leading the pack ahead of the 2012 BRIT Award nominations tonight. Both Jessie J and Ed Sheeran are in the running for the major awards, with Jessie J in the running for 'Best Female', 'Best Breakthrough' and 'Best Single' for her single 'Price Tag', reports the BBC.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

One Direction Unveil Third & Final Teaser Clip For New Music Video

Boyband One Direction have unveiled the third and final teaser clip for tomorrow's première of their forthcoming new music video for new single 'One Thing'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Michael Eavis: 'Glastonbury 2013 Headliners Are Sorted'

Glastonbury main-man Michael Eavis has revealed that he has pretty much ‘sorted’ his headline acts for the legendary festival’s return in 2013 – though he wouldn’t spill any of the beans on who he’d booked.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Apologies, I Have None Announce Release Of Debut Album 'London'

London based melodic-punks, Apologies, I Have None are to release their hometown-tale filled debut album 'London' on Monday 19th March.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Big Time Rush Countdown To New Album 'Elevate'

Good news for Big Time Rush fans, there's not long left to wait before you can get your hands on their new album 'Elevate' - which  will be available from 6th February! You can pre-order the album right now at but you can pre-order now from Amazon and Play.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Snoop Dogg: 'I Want To Smoke With Obama'

Hip-hop megastar Snoop Dogg has long been an advocate for the legalisation of marijuana – and thinks that getting high with US President Barack Obama is probably the best way to get it done.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Darren Hayes Unveils Video For Next New Single 'Blood Stained Heart'

Darren Hayes has announced he will release next new single 'Blood Stained Heart' on February 27th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

New Madonna Album Title Revealed

Superstar singer Madonna has revealed that her forthcoming 12th studio album will be entitled ‘MDNA’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

More Details Revealed About Forthcoming Download Festival Announcement

Download promoter Andy Copping has revealed further details on what to expect from Monday's Download Festival announcement. The promoter has also let slip where three of the soon-to-be-announced bands will appear on the bill.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Lady Gaga Confesses To Buying Designer Fakes

Lady Gaga has admitted that, despite her millions, she is still partial to buying fake designer items while on holiday.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Alice In Chains Writing New Studio Album

American rockers Alice In Chains have confirmed they are in the writing stages for a brand new studio album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 January 2012

Enter Shikari Release New Track ‘Arguing With Thermometers’ – Listen Now

Hertfordshire-based post-hardcore quartet Enter Shikari have announced the release of new track ‘Arguing With Thermometers’ ahead of next week’s release of their new album ‘A Flash Flood of Colour’. The song follows the release of new album tracks ‘Sssnakpit’ and ‘Gandhi Mate, Gandhi’. Listen to ‘Arguing With Thermometers’ below.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl: '2011 Was The Best Year Of My Life'

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has opened up about how he thinks 2011 was the best year of his whole life – and how him and his band still think they suck.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Mike Portnoy's New Band Flying Colors Announce Debut Album

Flying Colors, the spectacular new virtuoso prog/pop/rock band, featuring drummer Mike Portnoy (ex-Dream Theater) and guitarist Steve Morse (Deep Purple), will release their eponymous debut album in the UK on Monday March 26th, followed by a US release on Tuesday March 27th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Were Black Sabbath Lined-Up For Coachella Headline Slot Before Iommi Cancer Announcement?

Heavy metal legends Black Sabbath may have been in line for a headline slot at the world-famous Coachella Festival before guitarist Tony Iommi was diagnosed with cancer, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Madonna New Single Set For February Debut - New Album Title Revealed

American singing superstar Madonna may debut her latest single ‘Gimme All Your Luvin’ as early as next month, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

BRIT Awards Go Fully Digital

For the first time ever, this year’s BRIT Awards with MasterCard will be fully digital allowing audiences at home to enjoy a truly interactive BRITs experience. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Introducing: T. Mills Reveals Details Of 'Leaving Home' EP & UK Shows

Introducing California native T. Mills, whose 'Leaving Home' EP was released December 19th on Columbia Records via all digital retailers.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

50 Cent Causes More Blue Ivy Controversy With Twitter Pics

Hip-hop superstar 50 Cent has continued his string of bizarre Twitter messages, this time posting a link to pictures of Blue Ivy Carter – with Jay-Z’s face photoshopped onto the baby’s head.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Pelican To Release New 'Ataraxia/Taraxis' EP In April

Thunderous post-instrumental outfit Pelican have announced the long awaited follow-up to their sprawling 2009 album 'What We All Come To Need', a new four song EP 'Ataraxia/Taraxis' is to be released on 9th April.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Download Festival 2012 Announcement Coming on Monday 16th January

Following confirmation that The Prodigy, Metallica and Black Sabbath are to headline the main stage at Download Festival 2012, organisers have revealed that more bands will be announced on Monday 16th January. Time to start-up the rumour mill again!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 January 2012