9/11 Was A Conspiracy, Says Matt Cardle

X-Factor winner Matt Cardle has told the Big Issue that he thinks the 9/11 terrorist attacks, which saw 3000 innocent people killed and 6000 injured, were a government conspiracy.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 20 October 2011

Erasure Planning More Studio Time In 2012

Synth-pop pioneers Erasure could be releasing the follow-up to this year's 'Tomorrow's World' as soon as next year, according to one half of the duo, Vince Clarke.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 20 October 2011

Take That To Release 'Progress Live' Album Next Month

This summer, Take That embarked on the biggest tour the UK and Ireland had ever seen, smashing all previous records. The Progress Live Tour went through 29 UK stadiums and played to over 1.8 million people. Now, the full soundtrack to the band’s spectacular live show this summer will be released as a live audio album, complete with the voices of the thousands of fans who saw history in the making.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 20 October 2011

Classic Serge Gainsbourg Album to be Reissued Next Month

‘Histoire De Melody Nelson’, the classic 1971 concept album from French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg, is to be reissued next month as new Deluxe and Super Deluxe Editions. The album, which is widely considered to be one of Gainsbourg’s most influential pieces of work, will be released on 7th November with a number of previously unreleased tracks and a DVD featuring an exclusive documentary on the album.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Fanfarlo Announce Details of New Album ‘Rooms Filled With Light’

Following the release of their new single ‘Deconstruction’ earlier this week, London indie-pop quintet Fanfarlo have announced details of the follow-up to their 2009 debut ‘Reservoir’. The album will be called ‘Rooms Filled With Light’ and is due for release on 27th February 2012. Fanfarlo have also announced live dates in London and Manchester next month – see below for details and tickets.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Cage the Elephant to Release New Single Next Month – Watch Video Now

Kentucky rockers Cage the Elephant have announced that ‘Aberdeen’ – the latest single to be taken from their second album ‘Thank You, Happy Birthday’ – is due for release on 13th November. The track follows previous single ‘Around My Head’, which came out earlier this year. Watch the video to ‘Aberdeen’ below.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

The Who Launch Competition to Find New Video for Classic Single ‘5:15’

To celebrate next month’s special release of their classic rock opera ‘Quadrophenia’, British rock legends The Who have announced the launch of a competition to find a new video for the album’s hit single ‘5:15’. The band have collaborated with Talenthouse to invite prospective filmmakers and animators to submit their own music video for the chance to have it made into the official video to the song.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Westlife To Split After 2012 Greatest Hits UK Farewell Tour

In a stunning announcement made this evening, Irish boyband Westlife have decided to go their separate ways and split-up after the release of their 'Greatest Hits' album and 2012 Farewell Tour.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Joker Announces New Single Ahead of This Month’s Album Release

Bristol-based grime and dubstep producer Joker has announced details of new single ‘On My Mind’ ahead of the release of his new album ‘The Vision’ later this month. The single is due out on 5th December and features William Cartwright on vocals – listen below. Joker is set to coincide the release of his debut album ‘The Vision’ with a number of live dates – see below for details.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Paco Rabanne & Universal Music Launch New Musical Platform Offering The Chance To 'Be A Rockstar'

For over five years Paco Rabanne's Black XS fragrances have provided the world with not only great musical content but also some unique and memorable experiences. Pushing their boundaries even further, Paco Rabanne have announced a partnership with Universal Music to create an incredible experience for music lovers worldwide through new musical platform www.be-a-rockstar.com.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Slash Reveals Song Titles For Upcoming Second Solo Album

Legendary guitarist Slash has revealed some of the song-titles for his anticipated second solo album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

"Slash Would Pass Out And Piss His Pants", Says Axl Rose

Guns N Roses vocalist Axl Rose has claimed that iconic guitarist Slash used to pass out and wet himself backstage after shows – and that he’d benefit from it by stealing the girls he’d leave behind.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Ben Howard Announces New Single 'The Fear'

Ben Howard releases his new single ‘The Fear’ on the 5th December, taken from his recently released Top 10 debut album, ‘Every Kingdom’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Floridita To Host First Ever AIM Independent Music Awards

The AIM Independent Music Awards Ceremony, hosted by BBC 6 Music’s Steve Lamacq and Radio 1’s Huw Stephens, will be held at Floridita in Soho, London on Thursday 10th November.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Britney Spears Unveils 'Criminal' Video

American pop icon Britney Spears has unveiled the video for 'Criminal', the fourth single released from her worldwide smash ‘Femme Fatale’ album.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Nicole Scherzinger's New Single 'Try With Me' Out Soon - Watch Video Now

Pussycat Dolls singer and songwriter Nicole Scherzinger blasts back to the music scene with the release of her fifth single ‘Try With Me’, released through Interscope Records on October 30th. You can check the official new video embedded below.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 18 October 2011

Major Artists Pay Homage To ZZ Top With New Album 'A Tribute From Friends'

ZZ TOP, the Texas trio who have been key to the musical landscape for over 40 years, will have their career celebrated with the arrival of new album, ‘A Tribute From Friends’, on December 2nd.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 18 October 2011

New Steps Single Collection Album Hits #1

After a break of 10 years, the multimillion pound award-winning pop sensation Steps are back at the top of the charts for the first time since 2001’s ‘Gold: Greatest Hits’

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 18 October 2011

Deadbeat Darling to Release Debut Single ‘Promises’ Next Month – Watch Video Now

Brooklyn-based rock quartet Deadbeat Darling are to release their UK debut ‘Promises’ on 21st November – watch the official video below. The track is the first to be taken from the band’s as-yet-untitled new album, which is due for release early next year.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

The Lost Cavalry Announce New EP ‘Snow City Radio’

London-based alt-folk collective The Lost Cavalry are to release their new EP ‘Snow City Radio’ on 21st November. The new release follows the band’s debut EP ‘Waves Freeze to Rolling Hills’, which came out last year, and they will be celebrating with a launch show in London later that week.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

Sonic Youth Pair Split Casting Doubts Over Bands Future

US rockers Sonic Youth may not have a future together after their founding members Thurston Moore and Kim Gordon separated, following their 27 year marriage.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

Example Announces New Single 'Midnight Run' - Listen Now

Following the success of his hits ‘Changed The Way You Kiss Me’ and ‘Stay Awake’, Example releases new single ‘Midnight Run’ on 4th December. Produced by dance music maestro Feed Me, ‘Midnight Run’ is a tale of late nights in dark places and battling demons.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

U2 To Document Historic 360 World Tour in New Book

Irish rock legends U2 will turn their world-beating 360 tour into a book, it has been revealed.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

Top 10 Most Played Sting Tracks Revealed

Following the news that Sting is celebrating 25 years as one of the most successful UK singer/songwriters with a new US tour and the recent release of Sting: 25 Years, the definitive box set collection, PRS for Music today revealed his top ten most played hits.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

The Stone Roses Confirm Comeback Reunion Concerts

Mancunian alternative rock legends The Stone Roses will be returning to the music scene for a long-awaited reunion – and it’ll be absolutely ‘massive’ according to The Sun.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

You Me At Six Confirm Release Date Of New Single 'Bite My Tongue' & Tour Details

You Me At Six, who stormed into the charts at Number Three with their third album ‘Sinners Never Sleep’, will release second single ‘Bite My Tongue’ on November 28th. Featuring good friend Oli Sykes from Bring Me The Horizon, the dark anthem showcases the band’s heavier side.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

New Anti X-Factor Artist Warren Dean Releases Album

A 27 year-old guitarist is hoping to conquer a musical world ruled by Britain’s Got Talent and the X-Factor – by attempting to get into the charts by word-of-mouth alone.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

One Direction Confirm Debut Album To Be Called 'Up All Night' & Artwork

X-Factor boy band sensation One Direction have revealed that the name of their soon-to-be-released album will be ‘Up All Night’, as well as unveiling the artwork for the highly-anticipated LP.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 17 October 2011

Johnny Foreigner Announce Two Album Launch Shows Next Month

Birmingham-based rock trio Johnny Foreigner are to release their third album ‘Johnny Foreigner vs. Everything’ on 7th November. The band have also revealed two album launch shows in London and Birmingham to follow its release – see below for dates.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Saturday, 15 October 2011

Professor Green Launches 'At Your Inconvenience' Album Sampler - Listen Now

Professor Green is currently looking ahead to the 31st October release of his eagerly-anticipated second album ‘At Your Inconvenience’. Representing a huge leap forward in Green’s sound, the new album is peppered with his cheeky, jaw-dropping pop culture references.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 14 October 2011