Other Lives Launch Brand New Interactive Official Website
Other Lives, the atmospheric five-piece from the vast remote plains of Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA, have unveiled an interactive multimedia official website that aims to reflect and enhance the band's beautiful, cinematic music.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 17 August 2011
X Factor Finalists One Direction Set To Become Latest SyCo Cash Cow
Simon Cowell will be rolling even more dosh this autumn, as his Syco director revealed that One Direction’s debut single ‘What Makes You Beautiful’ has exceeded Sony pre-order records.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 17 August 2011
Erasure Unveil New Single 'When I Start To (Break It All Down)' - Listen Now
Erasure have unveiled 'When I Start To (Break It All Down)', the first single to be take from their eagerly anticipated new album 'Tomorrow's World'. A timeless Erasure track where synthetic melodies and electronic beats are as dominant as ever. The single is produced by one of the dance scene's most exciting new talents, Frankmusic whose production credits include Lady Gaga, Pet Shop Boys and Ellie Goulding.
Music Matters Latest Support Comes From The Beatles
The Beatles were responsible for the global explosion of pop music culture in the 60s and today have joined grassroots campaign Music Matters. Alongside artists such as Elbow, Bernard Butler, Paloma Faith, Kate Bush and many more, The Beatles are showing their support to a campaign that seeks to engage music fans directly, highlighting the value of music and raising awareness of legitimate online music services.
Leonard Cohen Set To Release New Album in 2012
Canadian icon Leonard Cohen has announced that he will be releasing a 12th studio album next year, following his recent world tour.
Black Sabbath Guitarist Tony Iommi Denies Reunion Rumours
Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi has strenuously denied that the band are reuniting for a new tour and album.
U2 Star's Stake in Facebook Worth A Cool $1 Billion
U2’s Bono has pocketed a massive amount of money, believed to be around $800million, after his investment company bought shares in Facebook in 2009.
Jermaine Jackson Accuses Michael Forever Organisers Of Using His Mother
Jermaine Jackson has taken a dig at Global Live Events, the promoters behind the ill-fated Michael Forever tribute concert, through his Twitter – claiming the bungling organisers are using his mother in their bid to hold the biggest MJ tribute concert.
Grammy-winning Country Trio Lady Antebellum Announce New Album
US country music trio Lady Antebellum, who received five Grammys at this year’s awards ceremony in February, are to release their new album ‘Own the Night’ on 3rd October. The album is the group’s third to date and is preceded by a single ‘Just a Kiss’, which is out now – watch the video below. The track entered the Top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 upon its release in the US earlier this year.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Tuesday, 16 August 2011
KISS Removed From Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Lineup
KISS have had their invitation to perform at the Michael Jackson tribute concert revoked by the events organisers, after widespread critism.
Written by: Brad Norris | Date: Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Cult Filmmaker David Lynch to Make His Debut as a Solo Artist
American film director David Lynch – known best for classics such as ‘The Elephant Man’, ‘Eraserhead’, ‘Blue Velvet’ and ‘Twin Peaks’ – is to make his musical debut on 7th November with the release of his first solo album ‘Crazy Clown Time’. The album features 14 original songs that are written, performed and produced by Lynch. The track ‘Pinky’s Dream’ includes guest vocals by Karen O of the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
David Bowie Live Comeback Would Be "A Miracle" Claims Biographer
David Bowie biographer Paul Trynka has told fans that a return to the music scene for Bowie would be a “miracle”.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Motorhead Planning Covers Album?
Legendary Lemmy Kilmister and his band Motorhead have hinted that a new covers album could be on the horizon.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 16 August 2011
The Scorpions 'Big City Nights' Documentary To Accompany Final Farewell World Tour
The Scorpions, one of the most popular rock bands on the planet, and the most successful to emerge from Germany, are to be immortalised in a documentary called 'Big City Nights – The Scorpions Story'.
Green Day Play Out New Material - Including Amy Winehouse Tribute
Californian rock trio Green Day have written a tribute track to the late Amy Winehouse following her death earlier last month.
Kanye West Shocks Fans By Joining Big Sean On Stage At London Gig
Californian rapper Big Sean surprised and wowed audiences in London yesterday – after Kanye West walked on stage to join Sean for his encore, in which they sang ‘Marvin and Chardonnay’, a collaborative effort by the pair.
Tour Manager Saves Sugarland's Lives During Stage Collapse
Sugarland have revealed how they were saved by their tour manager following the horrific events on Sunday which left five dead and countless injured.
Blink 182 Unveil More Details of New Album 'Neighborhoods'
Blink 182 have revealed the tracklisting to their hugely-anticipated new album ‘Neighbourhoods’, which comes out September 26th.
Michael Jackson Estate Send Open Letter To Organisers of Tribute Concert
After condemnations by Jermaine and Randy Jackson, thousands of negative comments by Jacksons fans worldwide and our feature article, it looks like the Michael Forever tribute concert may have finally received the KISS of death after scheduling Gene Simmons and the rest of his make-up’d band to play at the show, just a year after Simmons publicly branded Michael a child molester.
Epworth Claims Florence And The Machine Album Has “No Weak Tracks”
Producer Paul Epworth has claimed that Florence and the Machine's upcoming sophomore album will contain “no weak tracks”. Over the past few months the British band have been working hard writing and recording the follow-up to their hugely successful debut ‘Lungs’, however Epworth has now hinted that their second effort may just overshadow the first.
Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 16 August 2011
Reggae Artist Little Roy to Release Nirvana Covers Album – Listen Now
Jamaican solo artist Little Roy is to release a new reggae album featuring songs by legendary grunge band Nirvana. The album is called ‘Battle for Seattle’ and is due for release on 5th September. Little Roy will also be performing on the Festival Republic Stage at next weekend’s Reading and Leeds festivals, where you will be able to see him perform some of the tracks from the new album. Listen to Roy’s version of ‘Come As You Are’ below.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Monday, 15 August 2011
Big Country to Release Their First Single in 12 Years This Month
On 29th August, Scottish rockers Big Country will release ‘Another Country’ – the band’s first single in 12 years and their first to feature new vocalist Mike Peters, the former singer with The Alarm. Later this week, Big Country will be playing headlining dates in Wrexham and Lincoln before making an appearance at this weekend’s V Festivals – see below for dates and tickets.
KISS Added To Michael Jackson Tribute Concert - Causes More Controvery
After huge doubts about the line-up for the ‘Michael Forever’ tribute concert, organisers have done their best to improve the bill – by announcing KISS have been added to the lineup, despite bassist Gene Simmons publicly suggesting that Michael Jackson was a paedophile in an interview with Classic Rock Magazine last year.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 15 August 2011
Kyuss and QOTSA Bassist Nick Oliveri Could Be Jailed for Upto 15 Years
Following the story we ran last month, former Queens of the Stone Age bassist Nick Oliveri could be receiving up to 15 years in prison after the star held his girlfriend hostage with a loaded gun, as well as being found in possession of Class A/Schedule I drugs.
Nominations Revealed For 2012 Music Producers Guild Awards
Nominations for the Music Producers Guild 2012 Awards are now officially open and anyone who would like to nominate can do so by visiting www.mpgawards.co.uk
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 15 August 2011
Nero Launch 'Welcome Reality - The Game'
To celebrate the release of their debut album, Nero are proud to reveal “Welcome Reality – The Game”, the first time a game has been combined with an album sampler and integrated into Facebook to put you in the game.
The Bled Split Up
Needless to say, last week was a horrendous time for music fans. Earlier in the week, George Pettit released a statement explaining that Alexisonfire were (inevitably) breaking. Dallas Green had left 18 months ago to take his folk side project City and Colour further. Now, Wade MacNeil is fronting Gallows as well as wanting to take his side project, Black Lungs further. On Thursday night, The Bled confirmed that they were also breaking up.
Written by: Kimberley Martinez-Meakins | Date: Monday, 15 August 2011
Suede Will Return With New Album Confirms Brett Anderson
Veteran rockers Suede have revealed that they will be recording a new album together for the first time since 2002’s ‘A New Morning’.
Five Dead As Stage Collapses At Sugarland Concert
Five people have died following horrifying scenes at a Sugarland concert in Indianapolis on Saturday, after the stage collapsed following strong winds.
Carl Barat Photo Sparks The Libertines Reunion Rumour Mill... Again
Rumours of a Libertines revival have spread around the internet over the weekend after Carl Barat revealed he had spent the day with troubled star Pete Doherty, before posting a picture of him and Pete together.
