Disturbed to Take Indefinite Hiatus - Frontman Blames Music Industry

Chicago metalheads Disturbed have announced that they are on an indefinite hiatus as of 2011 – and have blamed the ‘collapsing’ music industry for their decision to take a break.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

Scott Weiland to Return to Velvet Revolver?

American supergroup Velvet Revolver could be reuniting in the coming future after departed frontman Scott Weiland claimed he had “patched things up” with the band.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

Alice Cooper Unveils Further Details Of New Album 'Welcome 2 My Nightmare'

Alice Cooper releases the hugely anticipated new album “Welcome 2 My Nightmare” this year via Universal Music Group.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

Olly Murs Discusses Fear Of Being Axed By Syco

Olly Murs has revealed that he fears being dropped by Simon Cowell’s record label Syco. The former ‘X Factor’ contestant has found relative success in the charts with his self-titled debut LP last year, however Murs has claimed that he feels less than secure about his position on the Syco roster.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

RHCP Play Surprise Show on LA Rooftop for Music Video Shoot

Returning rockers Red Hot Chili Peppers put on a surprise performance in LA on the weekend, where they filmed the music video to their latest single ‘The Adventures of Raindance Maggie’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

You Me At Six Announce New Album 'Sinners Never Sleep'

Kerrang! award winners for Best British Band, You Me At Six are to release their eagerly anticipated third album ‘Sinners Never Sleep' on October 3rd. ‘Sinners Never Sleep’ follows their 2010 Top 5 hit album ‘Hold Me Down’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

Red Bull Bedroom Jam - Live Final With The Blackout

As Hevy festival approaches and the Red Bull Bedroom Jam season comes to a close, it's nearly time to decide who is crowned 2011's champion. On Monday 22nd August at 5pm three of the Festival Tour bands will join special guest headliners, The Blackout in a live final broadcast on www.redbullbedroomjam.com to decide the victor.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

Amy Winehouse Returns To Top Of UK Albums Chart

Amy Winehouse’s ‘Back To Black’ has made a return to the top of the UK albums chart just eight days after the soul singer passed away. Her second LP has returned to Number One, the place which it occupied shortly after its initial release almost five years ago.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 01 August 2011

Shooting Kills One and Injures Three During George Clinton Set in Ohio

A music fan was killed and three others injured at a free music event in Cleveland, Ohio last night, after a gunman opened fire inside the crowd.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Sunday, 31 July 2011

Kings of Leon's Future in Doubt After Frontman Caleb Walks Off Stage

Kings of Leon’s fans will be in doubt over the future of their favourites after an astonishing and shocking performance which saw frontman Caleb Followill drunkenly parading around the stage before leaving the show altogether (video embedded below).

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Sunday, 31 July 2011

Guns N’ Roses Bassist to Release New Solo Album in August

Guns N’ Roses bassist Tommy Stinson is to release his new solo album ‘One Man Mutiny’ on 30th August. The album is the second solo effort from Stinson, who is also known as a founding member of The Replacements and the current bassist for Soul Asylum. Stinson has been with Guns N’ Roses since 1998 and performed on their sixth album ‘Chinese Democracy’ – the first from the band since 1993’s ‘The Spaghetti Incident’. He released his debut solo album ‘Village Gorilla Head’ in 2004.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Sunday, 31 July 2011

Alkaline Trio’s Dan Andriano to Release Debut Solo Album Ahead of Autumn Acoustic Dates

Alkaline Trio bassist and vocalist Dan Andriano is to release the debut album from his side project Dan Andriano In The Emergency Room on 15th August. The album is entitled ‘Hurricane Season’ and is Andiano’s first solo release. In September and October, Andriano will be joining former Hot Water Music frontman Chuck Ragan and The Gaslight Anthem’s Brian Fallon for The Revival Tour – An Acoustic Collaborative Event. See below for all dates and tickets.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Sunday, 31 July 2011

Fans Angered Over Michael Jackson Tribute Concert Tickets

Angered fans are severely criticising organisers of the Michael Jackson tribute concert ‘Michael Forever’ after it emerged they would be effectively auctioning off tickets to those who choose to donate more to charity.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Sunday, 31 July 2011

Morrissey Defends Controversial Comment About Norway Shootings

Morrissey has defended his much-criticised comments about the recent shootings in Norway, where the former Smiths star claimed that the attack was “nothing” compared to the crimes committed by McDonald's and KFC on a daily basis.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 30 July 2011

Arctic Monkeys Spark Label Competition

Arctic Monkeys are set to have record executives kneeling at their doorstep in the next few months as their deal with Domino Records comes to an end. The band are contracted with the London label until the end of their promotional duties for their fourth LP ‘Suck it and See’, however as the deal is set for renegotiation several rival record companies are said to be looking to poach the Sheffield four-piece.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 30 July 2011

Radiohead Unveil Three Remixes From ‘The King Of Limbs’ – Listen Now

Radiohead have unveiled three new remixes from their recent album 'The King Of Limbs', which you can listen to at the bottom of this article. The tracks, which were uploaded by the band yesterday (July 29th) include 'Feral' (Lone RMX)', 'Morning Mr. Magpie (Pearson Sound Scavenger RMX)' and 'Seperator (Four Tet RMX)'.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 30 July 2011

Charlie Simpson: “'X Factor’ is a monster”

Charlie Simpson has slammed the ‘X Factor’, describing the show as ‘irrelevant’, ‘a monster’ and ‘a machine’. The former Fightstar singer, who is set to release his solo single ‘Parachutes’ on August 7th, also went on to claim that pop music is currently in a ‘transitional place’ leaving executives and recording artists unsure where to turn next.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 30 July 2011

Wolf Gang “Already Working On Second LP”

Singer/Songwriter Max EcElligott has revealed that he has already begun work on his second album under the Wolf Gang moniker, despite only releasing his debut LP ‘Suego Faults’ last Monday (July 25th).

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 30 July 2011

Cher Lloyd Previews New Album Online – Listen Now

Cher Lloyd has previewed five new tracks from her upcoming LP during a special online listening party. The former ‘X Factor’ contestant previewed songs from her upcoming album on Thursday (June 28th) to fans on Ustream.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 30 July 2011

U2 Top Billboards Top 25 Highest Grossing Tours of Past Six Months

US magazine Billboard has revealed who tops the highest grossing tour list earlier this year.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

The Overtones To Close Glorious Goodwood & Have Race Named In Their Honour

Tomorrow, Saturday 30th July, the final day of this year’s Glorious Goodwood, The Overtones will be bringing this highlight of the summer sporting and social calendar to a harmonious close.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Matt Cardle Performs Secret London Gig

Matt Cardle, winner of X Factor 2010, made a surprise performance in London last night at Guy Chambers and Ross Clarke’s crazy club night, The Orgasmatron.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Ben Howard Announces Details Of Debut Album 'Every Kingdom'

Ben Howard is pleased to announce details of his debut album this Autumn ‘Every Kingdom’ will be released through on the 3rd October.

Written by: Ben Howard | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Prince Out to Prove a Point With Irish Concert

After cancelling a performance three years ago, legendary American musician Prince has vowed to make it up to Irish fans by putting on a barn-storming performance.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Introducing - Shane Board Announces Details Of Diabetes Charity Single 'Your Day Will Come'

Emerging pop star Shane Board has a new single out called ‘Your Day will Come’, produced by legendary producer Simon Elis. The single is set for release in September with all proceeds going to JDRF (juvenile diabetes research foundation).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Robbie Williams: "I'd Love to Work With Noel Gallagher"

Take That’s Robbie Williams has admitted that he would love to work with Noel Gallagher – ten years after their public feud.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Patrick Wolf Announces New Single 'Time Of My Life'

Patrick Wolf will release his new single 'Time Of My Life' on September 12th. Available digitally, the track will be the third single to be taken from the British pop star’s fifth album 'Lupercalia'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Merthyr Rock Announce Friday Entertainment

Merthyr Rock, Wales' newest festival have announced the line-up for the Friday evening of their debut event at Cyfarthfa Park, Merthyr.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Friday, 29 July 2011

Reading Festival Tickets Sell Out - Search for Last Remaining Tickets Inside

Festival fans will be entering panic mode over the next few weeks as Reading Festival has just sold out of tickets.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 28 July 2011

Metallica Plan Four Day 30 Year Anniversary Shows

Thrash metal fans worldwide should most definitely start preparing themselves as the iconic Metallica announce four 30 year anniversary shows to mark their first performances back in California.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 28 July 2011