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.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Tuesday, 16 August 2011
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.
A-ha Reform to Perform at Oslo Attack Tribute Concert
Norwegian pop trio A-ha have announced that they will reunite to play a tribute concert for those killed and injured in the recent Oslo and Utoeya attacks, which saw 77 people die.
The Soul Rebels Brass Band to Release New Album ‘Unlock Your Mind’
New Orleans’s The Soul Rebels Brass Band are to release their new album ‘Unlock Your Mind’ on 12th September. The album blends traditional New Orleans-style brass music with elements of soul, hip-hop and funk. During their appearance at last year’s London Jazz Festival, the band were filmed by the BBC performing their version of Gnarls Barkley’s ‘Crazy’ while crossing the city’s Golden Jubilee Bridge – watch the full video below.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Saturday, 13 August 2011
Hank Williams III to Release Four Albums Next Month
Hank Williams III aka Hank III - the grandson of country music legend Hank Williams and the son of Hank Williams Jr. – is to release four new solo albums on 5th September. Following in the footsteps of both his father and his grandfather, Hank III has become known as a performer of country music, but has also explored a number of other genres including heavy metal. For his new four-album release, he will be dividing his talents between both genres.
LA Punk Rockers Margate to Release New Album Next Month
LA punk rock trio Margate are to release their new album ‘Rock N Roll Reserve’ on 12th September. It is produced by former Death By Stereo bassist Paul Miner, who has previously worked with New Found Glory, Thrice and Atreyu. ‘Rock N Roll Reserve’ is Margate’s third album following 2006’s ‘Songs in the Key of Awesome’ and 2009’s ‘On the Other Side’. Listen to new album track ‘Control’ below.
Givers Release Details Of Debut Album 'In Light' & Duologue Remix Of 'Up Up Up' Single
‘In Light’, the debut album from Louisiana's Givers, will be released on the 10th October.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 12 August 2011
Keane Taking An Experimental Approach On New Album
Veteran Brit-pop group Keane have told fans that they’ve been experimenting with different sounds and styles while in the studio to produce their fifth album.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 12 August 2011
Kasabian Unveil Cover Artwork For New Album Velociraptor
Leicestershire rockers Kasabian have revealed the artwork for their forthcoming fourth studio album ‘Velociraptor!’.
Warrant Vocalist Jani Lane Found Dead In Hotel
Former Warrant vocalist Jani Lane (pictured center) has been found dead in an LA hotel.
Coldplay Confirm New Album 'Mylo Xyloto' Release Date
Coldplay have confirmed that thier fifth studio album, 'Mylo Xyloto' (pronounced my-lo zy-letoe), will be released on October 24th.
Beth Hart & Joe Bonamassa Offer Free MP3 Download
To celebrate the release of the 'Don’t Explain' album , a collaboration between American singer-songwriter Beth Hart and the acclaimed blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa, the duo are making their version of Delaney & Bonnie’s classic 'Well, Well' available as a free MP3 download single. All you have to do is sign up HERE, input your email address, and you will receive the free download.
Phil Collins and Paolo Nutini Sign Up for John Martyn Tribute Album
Phil Collins, Paolo Nutini, Beck, Bombay Bicycle Club, David Gray, Snow Patrol and The Cure’s Robert Smith are among a host of artists to have signed up for a new John Martyn tribute album, which is due for release this month. ‘Johnny Boy Would Love This’ is out on 15th August and features 30 covers of songs by the influential British singer-songwriter, who passed away in 2009 at the age of 60.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Thursday, 11 August 2011
Everything Everything Celebrate Mercury Prize Nomination with Free Track Giveaway
Everything Everything have decided to celebrate their recent Barclaycard Mercury Prize nomination by giving away a demo version of one of their tracks through their SoundCloud page. The track is an early demo of their single ‘MY KZ UR BF’, which is taken from their debut album ‘Man Alive’.
Jedward Battered & Bruised As Faces Of New Anti-Bullying Campaign
That’s right Stereoboarders. I finally got given a chance to step into the interview room with the two most irritable twins since the Cheeky Girls and, though I was outnumbered, I showed the Irish pop duo the true meaning of ‘Bad Behaviour’.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 11 August 2011
Doris Day Becomes Oldest Artist To Be Playlisted On BBC Radio 2 With New Single 'My Heart'
Eighty-seven-year-old legendary Hollywood singer Doris Day has become the oldest star in history to be playlisted on BBC Radio 2 this week with her new single 'Heaven Tonight', taken from her new album 'My Heart'.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 11 August 2011
Christina Aguilera, JLS, Cee Lo Green & More Added To 'Michael Forever: Tribute Concert' Line-Up
The line-up for a huge Michael Jackson tribute concert, titled 'Michael Forever', has been revealed with Christina Aguilera, Leona Lewis, Smokey Robinson, Cee Lo Green and JLS amongst others confirmed to perform at the show that takes place at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium on October 8th 2011.
