Rockness Unveils The Bacardi Get Together

RockNess are pulling out all the stops in 2011 for the ‘Year of the Ness’, with what is undoubtedly the festival’s biggest line-up to date. With headline sets from Kasabian, The Chemical Brothers and Paolo Nutini, and must-see performances from the likes of Groove Aramada, DJ Shadow, Magnetic Man, Glasvegas, Nero and lots more plus a huge comedy line-up and the brand new Rock n Roll Circus hosting Jamie Woon, Wolf Gang, Yaaks and numerous others, it’s going to be the best party the banks of Loch Ness has ever seen.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

The History Of Apple Pie Announce Debut Single 'You're So Cool'

The debut single by London quintet The History of Apple Pie emerged when Jerome looked up from his Star Gate Sequence pedals and his half-sketched song ideas were brought to life with a vocal contribution from Stephanie, who'd never sung until that very moment. Through their music they offer a cloud-covered view of backyard ‘90s America and ‘You’re so Cool’ is an understated, beautiful cut of dreampop.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Other Lives Reveal Details Of New Single 'For 12' - Listen Now

Since unveiling 'For 12', the first single from their second album 'Tamer Animals' (out in the autumn in the UK), Stillwater, Oklahoma, five-piece Other Lives have seen some amazing reaction and support here in the UK.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Dir En Grey Reveal Details Of New Single 'Different Sense'

Japanese Megastars Dir En Grey have revealed news of their new single ahead of this summer’s new studio album.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Creamfields Announces Further Acts And Arenas

Creamfields have announced that they have added more acts and arenas to their 2011 line-up. The festival, which is fast being recognised as dance music’s answer to Glastonbury, features The Chemical Brothers, Tiёsto, Calvin Harris, Diplo, Magnetic Man and many others in their impressive line-up for this summer.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Take That Make Last-Minute Changes To ‘Progress’ Stage

Take That have made several last-minute changes to their set layout with less than a week to go before they begin their massive UK Arena Tour. The reunited five-piece are said to be constantly changing their decisions about stage movements and set arrangements, looking to push until the last minute to ensure that their ‘Progress’ tour lives up to the hype.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Gwyneth Paltrow's Record Deal In Doubt

Gwyneth Paltrow is reportedly frustrated after a potential deal with Atlantic Records is now on the blink of collapse. The actress is said to have gained the attention of several record labels after singing roles in ‘Country Strong’ and the hugely popular US series ‘Glee’, however it would appear that interest has now cooled.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

New Paramore Track To Appear On 'Transformers: Dark Of The Moon' Soundtrack

Paramore have announced that they will be contributing a song to the soundtrack for the forthcoming film ‘Transformers: Dark Of The Moon’. The pop-punk band revealed on Paramore.net last night (May 23rd) that a new track entitled ‘Monster’ will be appearing as part of the film.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

Blink 182 Anger European Fans With US Tour Announcement

Blink-182 have angered European fans today (May 24th) by announcing that they will be touring with My Chemical Romance in the US this summer. The pop-punk trio cancelled a lengthy European tour and several festival dates a few weeks ago, claiming that their new material was not ready to be brought out into the public spotlight.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2011

JLS to Play New Single for First Time at Summertime Ball

JLS have revealed that they plan to give their new single a baptism of fire at this year’s Summertime Ball, with the boy-band choosing to sing ‘She Makes Me Wanna’ for the first time at the Wembley event.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Rihanna Performs Saucy Duet With Britney Spears at Billboard Awards

Sexy pop divas Britney Spears and Rihanna shared the stage last night in a raunchy surprise duet at the Billboard Music Awards.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Beady Eye Already Working On Second Album

Liam Gallagher’s relatively new Beady Eye have enjoyed decent success with their debut album ‘Different Gear, Still Speeding’, which was released earlier this year – but Gallagher has revealed that they are already beginning work on a second LP.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

The Rolling Stones Hint at 50th Anniversary London Gig

The Rolling Stones are weighing up the idea of playing a 50-year anniversary gig in London next year, to mark fifty years since their first concert.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Radio 1 Confirm Free Music Festival for London Olympics 2012

BBC Radio 1 has announced that they will be organising a massive free music festival in honour of the 2012 Olympics.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Lady Gaga Plans To Be Back On Tour in 2011

Eccentric pop queen Lady Gaga has declared that she will be embarking on another tour this year, ahead of the launch of her third album ‘Born This Way’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Grinderman Reveal Details Of New Single 'Mickey Mouse And The Goodbye Man' - Out June 13th

'Mickey Mouse and the Goodbye Man', the new single from Grinderman, will be released on 13 June 2011.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Take That’s Mark Owen Suffered "Meltdown" Over Tour Worries

Take That’s Mark Owen has confessed that he recently suffered a panic attack when the scale of the band’s upcoming ‘Progress’ tour really dawned on him. Speaking to Music Week, the singer admitted that he has not always been calm and collected when considering that the group are about to embark on the largest tour in UK history.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Deadmau5 Launches Touch Remix App

Ever the trail blazer, deadmau5 is today proud to announce the release of a music industry first, a compilation album of his tracks available in a new release format, as a Remix App for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch - the deadmau5 Touch Remix App. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Rastamouse Set To Release Debut Album This July

The year’s most unlikely musical success story Rastamouse is scheduled to release his debut album this July, it has been revealed. The fictional children’s character is also planning to release a single next month to coincide with his welcomed performance at Glastonbury Festival.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Florence Welsh Discusses “Dark Metaphors” Of Her Sophomore LP

Florence Welch has discussed her band’s second release, claiming that the follow-up to Florence and the Machine's hugely successful debut will be more dark and metaphorical in content.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Jedward Set For Duet With Steven Tyler

In what seems like a match made in heaven for the tabloid columns, 'X Factor' duo Jedward are reportedly set to record a duet with Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler. According to reports which have appeared in The Sun today (May 23rd), the Irish twins are said to have secured a duet with Tyler on an as-of-yet unnamed track.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Depeche Mode Share Details On New Remix Albums

On 6 June 2011, Depeche Mode will release 'Remixes 2: 81-11' on Mute. An inspiring collection of new and classic mixes of material covering their entire career, the album includes remixes of tracks from their 1981 debut 'Speak And Spell', through to 2009's 'Sounds Of The Universe', and is the follow-up to 2004's million-plus selling 'Remixes 81-04'. These remixes reinforce Depeche Mode's standing as one of the world's most influential and innovative acts.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Rolo Tomassi & Floods Perform On Red Bull Bedroom Jam Live At 5PM Today!

At 5pm today Rolo Tomassi and Floods (live) will be appearing on Red Bull Bedroom Jam!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Saxon New Album 'Call To Arms' Set For Release On June 6th

Saxon's fothcoming new album, 'Call To Arms', will now be released on Monday 6th June.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 May 2011

Thursday Unveil Video to New Single ‘Magnets Caught in a Metal Heart’

New Jersey post-hardcore band Thursday have revealed the video for their new single ‘Magnets Caught in a Metal Heart’, which is taken from their recently-released sixth album ‘No Devolucion’. The video, which you can watch below, draws its style from the album’s cover art – conceived by artist Mia Pearlman – and was directed by British performance artists Davy and Kristin McGuire.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Sunday, 22 May 2011

30 Seconds to Mars Tight Lipped On Split Rumours

American rock trio 30 Seconds to Mars have reignited rumours they may be splitting up after another mysterious allusion that Jared Leto cannot cope with the band anymore.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Saturday, 21 May 2011

Spice Girls' Geri Halliwell Planning To Relaunch Solo Career

Ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell has revealed that she wants to re-ignite her solo career and is working on new material, according to a source at the Daily Express

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Saturday, 21 May 2011

You Me At Six Sounding More Like Coldplay On New Album

English rock band You Me at Six have claimed that some of the material from their new third album is on the same level as that of Coldplay.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Saturday, 21 May 2011

Guns N' Roses' Axl Rose Has New Album Recorded And Ready for Release

Guns N’ Roses frontman Axl Rose has apparently produced and recorded enough songs for three albums, according to his bandmate DJ Ashba.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Saturday, 21 May 2011

The Killers To Perform Solo Project Songs At Hard Rock Calling

American rockers The Killers have revealed that each member of the band will perform a solo during their performance at this summer’s Hard Rock Calling festival in London.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Saturday, 21 May 2011