Vintage Trouble Return With New Single - Plus Tour Details

Back in February, when the band were less than one year old, LA-based four piece Vintage Trouble were playing the local circuit in their hometown of Los Angeles. Just three months later they would land in the UK for what was supposed to be a short stint. But, after their unique sound caught on over here, they ended up staying – performing live shows, making television appearances and playing in radio sessions as well as much more.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 11 October 2011

Music Art Exhibition Featuring Joy Division, New Order, The Smiths & More To Open In London

The Movie Poster Art Gallery is pleased to announce a fascinating exhibition of original and rare music posters entitled “The Manchester Connection”, a celebration of Manchester's legendary renaissance in musical and design creativity that exploded in the wake of the Sex Pistols' legendary 1976 Free Trade Hall gig.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 October 2011

Michael Jackson Thriller Flashmob Wow Cardiff Cafe Quarter

After the massive Michael Forever tribute concert on the weekend, the streets of Cardiff were filled with thousands upon thousands of Jackson fans and some of them simply could not contain their passion for the star – so much that they broke into MJ’s iconic ‘Thriller’ dance in the middle of the street.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 11 October 2011

Manic Street Preachers Unveil New Biography & Free Download Of 'Love's Sweet Exile'

Ahead of the release of their singles collection album 'National Treasures' on 31st October, Manic Street Preachers have unveiled details of a new biography, whereby each of the 38 singles on the album have been individually narrated by a collection journalists, public figures and personalities.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 October 2011

Patrick Wolf Unveils Details Of New 'Brumalia' EP

Following a Summer full of festival appearances, Patrick Wolf will release a brand new EP on November 28th. Entitled 'Brumalia' (the Roman Winter celebration). The EP will feature six new tracks and will be lead by new album favourite, 'Together'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Darren Hayes Forced To Postpone Release Of New Album 'Secret Codes And Battleships'

With only days to go until Darren Hayes starts his UK Tour, the singer has released a statement revealing that the UK release date of his new album 'Secret Codes and Battleships' has been forced back to 24th October.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

David McAlmont Reveals New Group Fingersnap – Listen Now

Singer-songwriter David McAlmont has announced that he has teamed up with artist Guy Davies to form the new band Fingersnap. The duo will release their debut EP ‘Smokehouse’ on 14th November. Watch the video for their track ‘I Wanna Rise’ below. Fingersnap will also be performing a number of live dates in November – see below for tickets.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Cattle And Cane Reveal Details Of New 'Sold My Soul' EP - Listen Now

Cattle And Cane are a family affair, with several members of the prodigious Hammill brood involved – Joe Hammill provides guitar and lead vocals alongside his sister Helen who adds an extra layer of lead vocals and keys. Fran Hammill brings powerful dynamicism on electric guitar and backing vocals whilst Paul Wilson and Vinny Hammill constitute the backline with drums and bass guitar.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Andy Burrows and Editors’ Tom Smith Collaborate to Release New Christmas Album

Former Razorlight and current We Are Scientists drummer Andy Burrows has teamed up with Editors frontman Tom Smith to release a new Christmas album entitled ‘Funny Looking Angles’. The festively themed release is out on 28th November and will feature an assortment of original tracks and cover versions. The title track can be heard below.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

M83 Announces Details Of Pre-Release Album Stream

In anticipation for M83’s new double album 'Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming', released next week on 17th October, Urban Outfitters are streaming the full double-album on their website for a week starting today, 10th October. In addition, on Saturday 15th October, they will play the full album in each of their 39 stores across the country starting at 3pm!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Kate Bush Reveals 'Wild Man' As First Single From New Album '50 Words For Snow'

Kate Bush has revealed that 'Wild Man' is to be the first single taken from her brand new studio album '50 Words For Snow'. The new single will be available for download on 11th October 2011, while '50 Words for Snow' is released on 21st November 2011.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Ex-Weezer Bassist Mikey Welsh Dies After Predicting Own Death

Ex-Weezer bassist Mikey Welsh died of a suspected drug overdose on the weekend – after he predicted his own death on Twitter.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

General Fiasco Reveal Details Of New 'Waves' EP & Live Dates

Northern Ireland’s General Fiasco return with a brand new EP set for release this autumn as well as live dates in late October.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Chase & Status Announce Next New Single 'Flashing Lights'

Chase & Status' sophomore album 'No More Idols' is still flying high and is yet to leave The Top Forty in the 35 weeks since release. It's quickly approaching double Platinum in the UK, making it the biggest selling album released by a British band this year.  

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Dappy Arrested in Girlfriend Assault Investigation

N-Dubz’ Dappy was apparently arrested on Saturday morning after reports suggested he may have assaulted his 21 year-old girlfriend.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Two George Harrison Tribute Concerts Lined-Up in Liverpool

Promoters in Liverpool have organised two concerts to commemorate ten years since Beatles legend George Harrison passed away from lung cancer.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Rihanna's New Single 'We Found Love' Hits #1 - Album Info Inside

It’s been a week of record breaking for R&B star Rihanna - last Wednesday, she released her new single ‘We Found Love ft. Calvin Harris’ – after she began her record breaking 10-show stint at London’s O2 Arena.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 10 October 2011

Peter Hook Looking To "Fuck Over" New Order

Ex-New Order and Joy Division legend Peter Hook has publicised his anger at former bandmates Bernard Sumner, Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert after they announced they’d be returning to the scene for two fund-raising shows – with Hook saying he’d do what he could to ‘fuck New Order over’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Alice Cooper Launches Universal Studios Ride

American rock legend Alice Cooper recently released his latest new album ‘Welcome 2 My Nightmare’, his 25th studio record since 1969’s ‘Pretties for You’. So, after 25 albums, 46 singles, 21 compilation albums, countless tours and even an audiobook, it seemed as though Alice Cooper has done everything a rockstar can do – until he unveiled his own theme park ride earlier today.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Los Campesinos! Reveal Single and Album Release Dates - Plus Tour Info

Cardiff-based indie seven-piece Los Campesinos! have announced the release date for both their forthcoming albums and singles.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Olly Murs Unveils New Album 'In Case You Didn't Know' Tracklisting & Signing Events

Here’s something to put a smile on the faces of pop fans this Friday, it’s the new album cover and track-listing for Olly Murs' second album ‘In Case You Didn’t Know’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Chris Brown NOT Banned From UK For Michael Jackson Tribute

According to Daily Mirror reports today, Chris Brown was blocked from entering the UK this week, preventing him from performing at Saturday’s Michael Forever tribute concert. What the reports don’t mention is the fact that Chris Brown wasn’t even on the line-up for the gig – and that he is actually currently in the middle of his own US tour.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Dry The River Announce Details Of New EP 'Weights & Measures'

Dry the River have announced details of the release of a new EP. The 4-track 'Weights & Measures' EP will be released through RCA on November 14th 2011.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

New Singer-Songwriter Elsie Offers Free Download Of New Song 'Time To Go' - Listen Now

'Dakota' is the brand new cover from hotly-tipped singer-songwriter Elsie. An antidote to the over-produced vocoder pop swamping the charts, she’s championed by the likes of Jim Lowe (Stereophonics) who also produced the album, Par Westerlund (The Wanted, The Saturdays), Marti Frederiksen (Aerosmith/ Foreigner) and Ian Barter (Amy Winehouse), Elsie has the songs, looks and attitude to make serious waves in 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Live Nation To Help Unsigned Artists With 'Live Connection'

Live Nation Entertainment have announced plans to launch 'Live Connection', a new initiative that will support new and unsigned UK acts.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 October 2011

Will.I.Am Denies Rumours That The Black Eyed Peas Will Split

According to reports in the Mirror today, The Black Eyed Peas are on the brink of a split – just one day after they pulled out of the Michael Forever tribute concert. But, comments from Will.i.am himself posted on Twitter today suggest that the group are going as strong as ever.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 October 2011

Alice Cooper 'Halloween Special' At London's Southbank British Film Institute

In the midst of his Halloween Night of Fear UK Tour, rock icon Alice Cooper will walk the ‘black carpet’ to the BFI Southbank where he will divulge his passion for the horror movie genre and discuss how film has inspired and informed his career, his songs and his life.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 06 October 2011

Elbow, Marina & The Diamonds, Goldfrapp, Example & More Confirmed For 2011 Little Noise Sessions

Mencap’s Little Noise Sessions curated by Mencap ambassador Jo Whiley, are back! Returning for the sixth year running, the line-up has been revealed for the 6 nights of simply stunning, acoustic gigs in aid of learning disability charity Mencap.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 06 October 2011

Somerset Business Man Aims To Fill 2012 Glastonbury Gap

A lone man in Somerset is trying to set up his own massive festival for 2012 – as he attempts to fill the gap left by the absence of Glastonbury Festival next year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 06 October 2011

Swn Festival Announces Full Line Up & Day Splits

Swn Festival returns as Wales’ premier new music festival this month, celebrating their fifth birthday! Taking place between Thursday 20th October and Sunday 23rd October this year, Swn organisers have been busy announcing dozens after dozens after dozens of acts that will be appearing at this year's event.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 06 October 2011