George Michael In Intensive Care After Being Diagnosed With Pneumonia

Legendary pop and soul singer George Michael has been placed in intensive care following his bout of pneumonia, which forced him to cancel two gigs in Cardiff.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 25 November 2011

One Direction Thrilled To Feature On X-Factor Charity Single

X-Factor boyband One Direction have revealed that they were thrilled when they found out they’d been asked back to sing on this year’s X-Factor charity single, after visiting Rainbow Children’s Hospice earlier this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 25 November 2011

Behemoth Return To Headline Friday Night At Bloodstock 2012

Polish blackened death metal monsters Behemoth have announced an exclusive UK festival appearance at Bloodstock Open Air 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 25 November 2011

Smashing Pumpkins Frontman Starts Wrestling Company

Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan has started his own indie wrestling company called ‘Resistance Pro’, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 25 November 2011

Wilco Release Limited Edition 10" Vinyl EP 'Speak Into The Rose'

Wilco are to release a limited edition 10” vinyl 4-song EP, 'Speak Into The Rose' today, Friday 25th November, in conjunction with Record Store Day’s Black Friday.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 25 November 2011

Poly Styrene Track to be Released in Aid of Somali Refugee Appeal

A new remix of a track from the late Poly Styrene’s last album ‘Generation Indigo’ is to be released next month in aid of a Somali refugee appeal. Future Noise Music recently launched a competition to find the best remix of Poly’s song ‘No Rockefeller’, which is due for release on 4th December via digital download.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

KISS Shrine Blocks Verizon Mobile Network

Gene Simmons and his iconic band of rockers KISS have come under all sorts of controversies and troubles in their past, and their fans have got into a spot of bother here and there too. But it’s unlikely an episode like this will be repeated any time soon – as one KISS fan has been found to be causing telephone company Verizon a few problems with a high-tech tribute to the band.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Elbow Chosen For 2012 London Olympic Theme Song

English rockers Elbow have been chosen by the BBC to pen the 2012 London Olympic theme song, which will be used as the soundtrack to next year’s events.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Wham! To Release 'The Final' Limited Edition Next Week

It's time to bust out those leg warmers and your best dancefloor moves as Wham! Celebrate 25 years since the release of 'The Final'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Kelly Erez To Upload Tracks From Hoxton Hall Shows To YouTube

Soul singer Kelly Erez has followed up her sold out performance at London’s prestigious 1860’s Victorian venue ‘Hoxton Hall’ by revealing that she’ll be uploading select songs from the show to her YouTube channel.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

JLS 3D Film 'Eyes Wide Open' To Get DVD Release

JLS's 3D film extravaganza ‘Eyes Wide Open’, the best attended music cinema event ever recorded in the UK, is set for release on DVD and Blu-Ray (2D and 3D) DVD on December 5th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Olly Murs Launches 'In Case You Didn't Know' Album Sampler - Listen Now

After extending his February 2012 UK arena tour, adding a second date at Cardiff's Motorpoint Arena, London's O2 Arena and Aberdeen's Exhibition Centre, Olly Murs is now currently battling it out with Rihanna on the UK singles chart this week for the Number One spot with his new single ‘Dance With Me Tonight’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi Releases Album

The official reasons that Silvio Berlusconi left his post as Prime Minister of Italy include not being able to handle his country’s flailing financial situation, and, of course, paying prostitutes for sex. But one thing the resignation has allowed the notorious figure to do is release his new album ‘True Love’. You read correctly...

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Rick Rubin A "Thin, Thin, Thin Shadow" Of His Former Self, Says Corey Taylor

Highly-regarded metal and rock producer Rick Rubin has come under verbal attack by Slipknot’s Corey Taylor, who described Rubin as a ‘shadow of his former self’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Robin Gibb Thanks Fans For Messages Of Support

The Bee Gee’s Robin Gibb, who is suffering from liver cancer, has thanked fans for their support and told them “because of you I will get well.”

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

M83 Announce Release Of New Single 'Reunion'

M83 will release new song ‘Reunion’ on 6th February, the second single to be taken from the acclaimed new album 'Hurry Up We’re Dreaming'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

All Time Low Release 'Time-Bomb' Video Teaser

East Coast rockers All Time Low have just released the teaser video for their latest single ‘Time-Bomb,’ which will premier on November 30th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 24 November 2011

Anomie Belle to Release New EP Next Month – Listen Now

Seattle-based neo-soul artist Anomie Belle has announced the release of her new EP ‘Machine’, which is due out on 5th December. The EP features collaborations with Ian Pickering of The Sneaker Pimps and rapper Mr Lif, who appears on lead single ‘Machine’. The track, which can be heard below in an accompanying video, was included on Anomie’s recent album ‘The Crush’.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Man Commits Suicide After Being Left With Tinnitus Following Rock Gig

Turning it up to 11 has always been a staple part of any metalhead’s diet, but it appears the volume at one Them Crooked Vultures gig reached unbearable levels – after a fan stabbed himself to death following their show, having been left with Tinnitus.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Inspiral Carpets To Release 'You're So Good For Me' First Material In 16 Years - Listen Now

Legendary 'Madchester' band Inspiral Carpets will release their first material in 16 years on January 3rd 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Kanye West Stole 'Stronger' Lyrics From Nietzsche, Not Peters

After being brought to court over the rights to his song ‘Stronger’, Kanye West has hit back at the songwriter claiming he had stolen his lyrics – by saying the lyrics were stolen directly from German philosopher and poet Friedrich Nietzsche.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

The Knocks To Release New Single 'Brightside' Prior To DJ Shadow Support Dates

New York DJ and producer duo The Knocks will release their new single ‘Brightside’ on 28th November before embarking on a handful of UK support dates with DJ Shadow in November and December.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Mike Marlin's AMP Music Productions Launch £11,000 Video Competition

Independent record label AMP Music Productions have announced a brand new £11,000 competition for film-makers across the country – to produce the best film incorporating one of four choice songs taken from alternative rocker Mike Marlin’s second studio album ‘Man on the Ground’, which hits shelves on February 13th.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Barry Adamson Releases Free Download 'Destination'

Returning after a four year absence with a new studio album in 2012, British rock legend Barry Adamson has released free track 'Destination' as a preview for his latest work. The Manchester born musician and composer is best known for his work with the bands Magazine and Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds but has produced numerous notable solo records over the years; none more so than 1988’s concept record 'Moss Side Story'.

Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Cheryl Cole Proud of Cher Lloyd and Rebecca Ferguson

She may not be a part of the X-Factor anymore, put Geordie popstar Cheryl Cole is still proud of what she did in her time in the judges seat – and has praised her ex-pupils Cher Lloyd and Rebecca Ferguson for the success they’ve earnt.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Coldplay To Perform Celebrity Duet On This Year's X-Factor?

Alternative rockers Coldplay have apparently signed up to perform in this year’s X Factor duet final, as well as Michael Buble and Jessie J.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Florence And The Machine 'No Light, No Light' Video Embroiled In Racism Storm

Florence and the Machine have become embroiled in controversy after a website deemed their ‘No Light, No Light’ video as racist, sparking a row with one of the site’s writers.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Big Time Rush Reveal Details Of New Album 'Elevate' & US Tour With One Direction

Boy band Big Time Rush (main pic) have announced they will release their second album 'Elevate' on 30th January 2012. 'Elevate' is the anticipated follow-up to the group’s debut, 'BTR', which has sold over 700,000 copies worldwide and entered the UK Official Charts at Number Fourteen earlier this year.  To date the group have sold over 3 million digital tracks worldwide.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Iron Maiden Frontman In Airline Company Move

Iron Maiden’s plane-flying frontman Bruce Dickinson has told press that he hopes to save the careers of those who work for Astraeus, the Icelandic airline company which collapsed on Monday.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011

New Nickelback App Blocks Every Mention Of Band From Internet

While some of you may be fans of Canadian rockers Nickelback, the internet certainly has a massive share of those who loathe them. So isn’t it about time there was an app that completely removed any mention of the band on the net for you? Over the top you might think – but programmers at Aux.com have created one.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 23 November 2011