Club Smith Unveil Details Of Debut Double A-Side Single 'No Friend Of Mine’/‘Young Defeatists’
Leeds-based four piece Club Smith (Sam Robson: Main Vocals/Guitar, Vijay Mistry: Drums, Lee Clark: Bass/Vocals, Neil Clark: Keys/sampler/vocals) release their debut AA side single ‘No Friend Of Mine’/‘Young Defeatists’ on 6th June via Front Wall Records.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 10 May 2011
Adele’s Ex Attempts To Claim Royalities For ‘19’
Adele’s ex-boyfriend is said to be looking to claim royalities from the London-born singer’s debut album, stating that their failed relationship was the inspiration for a number of tracks on the LP. The unnamed man, who broke-up with Adele several years ago, believes that he is entitled to compensation after being the muse behind her debut release.
Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 10 May 2011
Bjork Launches New Biophilia Website
Where do music, nature and technology meet? Björk introduces Biophilia, an extraordinary answer to this fascinating question and her most ambitious and exciting work to date. A multi-media project encompassing music, apps, internet, installations and live shows, Biophilia celebrates how sound works in nature, exploring the infinite expanse of the universe, from planetary systems to atomic structure. Release dates and further answers will be confirmed shortly. Music and apps will be available via iTunes and the App Store.
Fink Announces New Single 'Yesterday Was Hard On All Of Us' - Out June 13th
Following the recent announcement of his imminent new album ‘Perfect Darkness’, Fink drops new single ‘Yesterday Was Hard On All Of Us’ on June 13th.
Foster The People Reveal Details Of Debut Album 'Torches'
Foster The People have announced they will release their debut album ‘Torches’ on 27th June which will be preceded by second single ‘Pumped Up Kicks’ on 20th June. The band, who recently played their debut UK shows – both of which sold out – at CAMP and Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen – have also announced a string of summer festival shows. After the Hoxton show, NME described them as “accessible yet challenging, gleaming yet gritty, pop yet petrifying: Foster The People are a fresh evolution of modern music” whilst the Sunday Times declared they were “a band with greatness absolutely within their grasp.”
LA's Bowery Beasts Ready 'Heavy You' EP For Release - Out July 5th
LA’s indie-rock 'n' roll darlings, Bowery Beasts are to release thier 'Heavy You' EP on July 5th, 2011.
‘Glee’: Matthew Morrison To Perform Single In Season Finale
Glee’s Matthew Morrison has revealed that he will be performing his new single during the season finale of the hit US show later this month. The singer, who has recently finished recording his debut LP with help from Elton John and others, is set to perform ‘Still Got Tonight’ during the season finale on May 24th.
Justin Bieber Resolves Manager’s Charges With Cyberbullying Announcement
Justin Bieber has agreed to film a public service announcement concerning cyberbullying in order to save his manager from criminal charges after a poorly-planned mall appearance. Criminal charges were filed against the teen singer’s manager after an incident in a New York shopping centre in 2009.
First Aid Kit Recording New Album With Mike Mogis
First Aid Kit – the Swedish duo of sisters Klara and Johanna Söderberg – are currently recording with acclaimed producer Mike Mogis at his A.R.C. Studios in Omaha, NE. They’ll spend the next month working on the follow-up to their highly praised debut album, 'The Big Black & The Blue', released last year on Wichita Recordings. In addition to being known as a member of Bright Eyes and Monsters Of Folk, Mogis is a renowned producer who has worked with artists including The Concretes, Cursive, Lightspeed Champion, Rilo Kiley, Sea Wolf, and Pete Yorn, among many others.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011
Grouplove Unveil New Single 'Itchin On A Photograph'
Los Angeles-based indie-alt quintet Grouplove are set to release their new debut single for Canvasback/ Atlantic Records ‘Itchin on a Photograph’ on June 19th. The band are currently the main support on the Emerge NME Radar tour and will be playing London’s KOKO on May 17th.
Black Country Communion Offer Free Download Of First Track From New Album '2'
Black Country Communion have just issued a free download of the first track from their forthcoming second studio album '2'. Entitled 'The Outsider', the new song is available as a free download from the Official BCC website www.bccommunion.com
Cornwall’s Eden Sessions Announce Full Line-up for Their 10th Year
Following the news of confirmed headliners Primal Scream, Pendulum, Flaming Lips, Fleet Foxes and Brandon Flowers, organisers of Cornwall’s Eden Sessions have revealed the full line-up for the upcoming summer festival, which is now in its 10th year. The 2011 event will also mark the 50th Eden Session with Fleet Foxes’ performance on 1st July. See below for full line-up.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011
Elbow, Bernard Butler & Paloma Faith To Spearhead New Phase Of Music Matters Campaign From May 2011
Leading artists including Elbow, Bernard Butler and Paloma Faith are spearheading a new phase of Music Matters, a campaign that seeks to engage music fans directly, highlighting the value of music and raising awareness of legitimate online music services.
Blue’s Lee Ryan: “I Think I’m On Par With Gandhi”
Blue’s Lee Ryan has never been known as the most modest person in pop, but the singer has managed to up his game this week, comparing himself with Sid Vicious and Mahatma Gandhi, claiming that he is a “borderline genius”.
Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011
AC/DC Planning New World Tour
AC/DC have revealed that they are already making plans for another world trek, with hopes to top their last outing, the record-breaking 'Black Ice' world tour.
Four Year Strong & Page 44 To Perform On Today's Red Bull Bedroom Jam!
Today Four Year Strong and Page 44 (will be performing live on Red Bull Bedroom Jam at 5pm!
Download Festival 2011 Announces Details Of Jagermeister Rock Truck Intimate Performances
With less than 5 weeks to go until the mighty Download Festival opens its gates for another year, Download organisers are giving rock fans the chance to catch some fantastic acts in an intimate, acoustic setting hosted by Jägermeister right in the heart of the festival.
Grouplove Announce Release of Debut Single 'Itchin on a Photograph'
Hotly-tipped Los Angeles-based indie quintet Grouplove have announced the UK release details of their new debut single 'Itchin on a Photograph' on June 19th. The band are currently the main support on the Emerge NME Radar tour and will be playing at London's KOKO on May 17th.
Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011
Steve Vai To Launch Guitar TV On 10th May With Live Press Conference
Grammy Award-winning musician Steve Vai is launching a 24-hour online streaming video channel on May 10th called GuitarTV.com and Stereoboard.com would like to give you an exclusive preview. The site will feature non-stop programming of the best guitar performances, interviews, lessons, live broadcasts and more.
Two Door Cinema Club Launch iPhone App 'Tourist History Live'
Two Door Cinema Club have launched a new downloadable app for iPhone and iPad users, entitled 'Tourist History Live'.
Cymbals Release Their Debut Album 'Unlearn'
London 3 piece CYMBALS release their debut album 'Unlearn' on Tough Love Records today. 'Unlearn' covers the first 10 songs ever written by the band, pressed up on a limited run of 300 vinyl, each sleeve is individually hand screen printed by artist Sinead Evans. The album is also available digitally.
Rise To Remain Reveal Details Of Debut Single 'Nothing Left'
Rise To Remain’s debut single, entitled ‘Nothing Left’, is a powerful statement of intent from the London five-piece who have already been awarded Best New Band accolades from both Kerrang and Metal Hammer magazines.
Jason Derulo Reveals Details Of New Single 'Don't Wanna Go Home'
Multi-platinum selling singer and songwriter Jason Derulo returns with his first single since establishing himself as a pop sensation with over 13 million sales of his hits ‘In My Head’, ‘Ridin’ Solo’, ‘Whatcha Say’ and ‘What If’. Derulo will release ‘Don’t Wanna Go Home’ on June 20th which he co-wrote with producers The Fliptones. The track is the first single to be taken from his eagerly awaited second album ‘Future History’, set for release in September.
Snoop Dogg, Primal Scream & More Announced For 'I Want My MTV Ibiza'
Following the recent announcement that MTV are hosting a series of exclusive live Ibiza events throughout the summer, today it has been confirmed that hip hop superstar Snoop Dogg will be headlining the 'I Want my MTV' opening party on Friday 1st July at Amnesia, Ibiza, with Primal Scream presents 'Screamdelica' closing the Summer parties on Fri 2nd September.
Baddies Return with New Single, Live Dates & Tickets
Southend-based indie rock quartet Baddies have announced details of their latest single ‘Tiger Face’, which is due for release on 6th June. The track can be heard below by watching the brand new video. Baddies are currently working on their second album, the follow-up to their 2009 debut ‘Do The Job’. However, due to difficulties funding the project, the band are turning to their fans for help. Read on to find out more.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Sunday, 08 May 2011
The Voluntary Butler Scheme Announces New Album & Live Dates
Voluntary Butler Scheme, the one-man project from Dudley-based musician Rob Jones, has revealed details of his new album ‘The Grandad Galaxy’, which is due for release on 18th July. The album is Jones’s second to date, following his 2009 debut ‘At Breakfast, Dinner, Tea’. The Voluntary Butler Scheme will also be touring the UK this month as support for The Victorian English Gentlemen’s Club and former Beta Band frontman Steve Mason. See below for dates.
Mighty Mighty Bosstones and Descendents Confirmed for Reading & Leeds Lock Up Stage
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and The Descendents are among the acts confirmed for this year’s Lock Up Stage at the Reading and Leeds festivals in August. Following the recently-announced line-up for the events’ Dance Stage, which will hit Reading on Friday 26th before moving on to Leeds on Saturday 27th, bands for the Lock Up Stage on the remaining two days have now been revealed.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Saturday, 07 May 2011
Tim Minchin Added to the Apple Cart Festival Line-up
Musical comic Tim Minchin has been confirmed for the comedy stage at the first-ever Apple Cart festival in Victoria Park, London. Acts previously announced for the event on 7th August include Badly Drawn Boy, St Etienne, Soul II Soul and The Magic Numbers. Among the list of other comedians announced for the Apple Cart are stand-ups Marcus Brigstocke and Jon Richardson.
Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Friday, 06 May 2011
Cheryl Cole Confirmed As US ‘X Factor’ Judge
Cheryl Cole has been confirmed as a judge on the debut American series of singing competition ‘The X Factor’. The geordie singer has faced months of speculation as to whether she is suitable and recognisable enough to fill the panel position, but in an official statement last night the show have announced that she is their definite choice.
Written by: James Conlon | Date: Friday, 06 May 2011
Dave Grohl 'Can’t Ever Let The Foo Fighters Go'
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has announced that despite his various successful side-projects, he cannot envision the band ever ending. Since the band was formed in 1995, Grohl has performed as a part of various acts including Them Crooked Vultures, Queens Of The Stone Age and Tenacious D. However, the singer has revealed this week that being a member of the side-projects only makes him want to be more involved when returning to perform with Foo Fighters.
