Carl Barat: “I’ll Never Talk About The Libertines Again”

Carl Barat has made a definite statement claiming that The Libertines will not reform in the near future, also saying that he will no longer discuss the band in interviews. When asked about the prospect of a permanent reunion, the singer was quick to assert that the band are in no place to reconveine at the moment, and the prospect of a reformation would be far off, if ever.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Friday, 13 May 2011

Jessie J: “It’s Harder For Men To Be Bisexual”

Jessie J has spoken frankly about her sexuality in a surprisingly open interview with British newspaper The Telegraph. Speaking to the paper, the ‘Do It Like A Dude’ star discussed her own thoughts on sexuality, before going on to assert that she believes bisexual men have it a lot harder than women of the same orientation.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Friday, 13 May 2011

Liam Bailey Announces New EP, London Live Date & Tickets

Nottingham-based soul artist Liam Bailey has announced details of his latest EP ‘It’s Not the Same’, which is due for release on 19th June. The singer, who has recently toured with the likes of Plan B and Jessie J, will also be performing a headlining show at London’s Monto Water Rats venue on 16th June to coincide with the EP’s release.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Funeral For A Friend to Release New Single ‘Broken Foundation’ in June

Welsh emo-rockers Funeral For A Friend have revealed details of the next single ‘Broken Foundation’, which is due for release on 13th June. The track is the latest to be taken from their fifth album ‘Welcome Home Armageddon’, released earlier this year, and follows recent single ‘Sixteen’. Funeral For A Friend will also be appearing at a number of festivals over the next few months, including Download and Hevy. See below for dates and tickets.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Guillemots Announce New Single, Festival Dates & Tickets

Following the recent release of their latest album ‘Walk the River’, Guillemots have confirmed details of new single ‘I Must Be A Lover’, which is due out on 19th June. The track is the latest single to be taken from the album following ‘The Basket’ in March. The band are also set to make a number of festival appearances over the next few months. See below for dates and tickets.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Port Isaac's Fisherman's Friends Offer Free Download With St Austell’s Ale

Port Isaac’s Fisherman’s Friends are offering their fans & customers of their beloved St Austell’s Ale, a free download of ‘Lamorna’ recorded by at the traditional St Austell Brewery pub, The Golden Lion.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Das Fluff Reveal Details Of Debut Album 'Would You Die For Me'

Das Fluff’s singer, Dawn, is a yoga teacher by day, so softly spoken her instructions are barely audible. Emanating calmness and compassion, her touch is gentle and caring. By night she transforms into a glaring powerhouse of rage and bitterness as Das Fluff’s feisty lead. Eyes are big and wild and hair a frenzied eruption of blonde candyfloss. Whispers turn into dolphin cries and then plummet into dirty, dark growls. On stage Das Fluff are angst and raw passion mixed with seductive electro beats. Back on the yoga mat the next day Dawn is once more at peace with herself and the world.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

James Blake Performs On Jools Holland & UK Tour Dates

James Blake is currently touring the US but before he left last weekend he appeared on Jools Holland on Friday to play 'Limit To Your Love' and 'The Wilhelm Scream', watch back at his performances HERE and HERE

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Midnight Lion To Release Debut Double A-Side Single 'All Greatness Stands Firm/Plastic'

Introducing Glasgow based two-piece Midnight Lion, enigmatic pop stars in the making. This June, Lewis and Stewart will release their debut double a-side single 'All Greatness Stands Firm' / 'Plastic' on their own Locks & Keys imprint.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

The Feeling Release Video For New Single 'Set My World On Fire'

With over 1 million UK album sales and a slew of memorable hit singles under their belts, The Feeling are back after a three year break with their aptly titled new single ‘Set My World On Fire’, available to download now.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Swedish House Mafia Announce Return To Ibiza & The Opening Of Masquerade Motel

Swedish House Mafia - Axwell, Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso - proudly announce their return to Ibiza’s Pacha on June 6th to re-open the doors of the hugely-successful Masquerade Motel.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Jamie Cullum Surprises Robert De Niro With Performance At Cannes Last Night

Jamie Cullum was the surprise special guest at the Opening Ceremony of the 64th Festival de Cannes (Cannes Film Festival) last night.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Lou Reed Announces Lollapalooza DVD & More European Concerts

Lou Reed has just announced that he will release a live DVD of his historic performance at Lollapalooza in Chicago in 2009. The forthcoming European tour in July features virtually the same band as showcased on the live DVD. The Lollapalooza DVD will be released worldwide in July 2011 by Sister Ray Enterprises.  Songs performed on the DVD include 'Sweet Jane', 'Senselessly Cruel', 'Waves of Fear', 'Paranoia Key of E', and 'Walk on the Wild Side'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 May 2011

Sleigh Bells Return With New Single 'Rill Rill' - Out June 20th

Sleigh Bells are back with ‘Rill Rill’, one of the most infectious numbers from ‘Treats’, one of the albums of 2010. ‘Rill Rill’ is built around a rolling Funkadelic sample from ‘Can You Get To That’ from the album 'Maggot Brain'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Enter Shikari Announce New Single, Live DVD & Intimate London Show

On 19th May, just for the sheer hell of it, Enter Shikari release a brand new stand-alone single. This release does not herald the arrival of album #3, nor does it really coincide with any live dates. It was finished, and everyone was so excited by it, that the general consensus was that it was better placed in fans' hands than gathering dust on a disc in the office for the waiting for the 'right' time to release it.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Benjamin Francis Leftwich Announces Debut Album 'Last Smoke Before The Snowstorm' - Out June 20th

One of the UK’s most exciting new prospects - Benjamin Francis Leftwich is set to release his stunning debut album 'Last Smoke Before The Snowstorm' on June 20th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

The Kooks Confirmed for Liverpool Sound City Next Week & Tickets

Brighton-based indie-rockers The Kooks have been confirmed for a gig on the opening day of next week’s Liverpool Sound City. The show is to take place at St Luke’s (aka The Bombed Out Church) on Friday 19th May as part of the city’s multi-venue, urban music festival. The gig will also kick-off The Kooks’ latest string of low-key live dates, as reported by Stereoboard earlier this week. Support at the Liverpool date will come from Delta Maid, The Big House and Ragz.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Sonisphere Reveal Day Ticket Ballot Scheme

Sonisphere Festival organisers have issued the following statement regarding day tickets for the 2011 event:

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Saxon Prepare New Album 'Call To Arms' For Release - Out May 23rd

This is a 'Call To Arms'… and this is the resurgent rallying cry that generations of denim & leather clad supporters have been waiting to hear!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Lady Gaga To Play Secret Intimate Gig in London on Thursday

Lady Gaga will play an low-key intimate show in London tomorrow night. The secret gig will be a warm-up for Gaga's headline performance at the BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend in Cheshire on the weekend. The special show will see Lady Gaga showcase material from her forthcoming new album, and is being put on by Belvedere Vodka at Annabel's private members club in Mayfair.

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Frankie & The Heartstrings Release New Single 'That Postcard' & Details Of UK Shows

Sunderland’s Frankie & The Heartstrings release their new single 'That Postcard' this week on PopSex Ltd / Wichita Recordings as they hit the road for a string of UK shows.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Arrows Of Love To Release New Single 'Song 1' - Out May 23rd

Arrows of Love have been lauded as one of the most exciting live bands in London, receiving XFM’s ‘X-posure Hot One’ title and airplay from the likes of Lauren Lauverne, John Kennedy, Zane Lowe, Huw Stephens, Steve Lamacq, Rob da Bank, Tom Robinson, and playing alongside the likes of The 80’s Matchbox B-Line Disaster and British Sea Power.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Alex Clare Reveals Details Of Debut Album 'The Lateness Of The Hour'

Alex Clare will release his debut album 'The Lateness of the Hour' on the 11th of July, but before we get into those details, Alex has covered Prince's 'When Doves Cry' with producers The Shinning. Check out the video below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Dry The River Announce Details Of New Single 'No Rest'

Dry the River have announced details of the release of a new single. 'No Rest' will be released through RCA on Monday July 4th 2011.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Skeletonwitch, The Defiled, Romeo Must Die, Amaranthe & More Confirmed For Bloodstock Open Air 2011

The latest additions for Bloodstock Open Air 2011 have been revealed, with six additions showcasing the wide variety of metal on offer at Catton Hall this summer.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Parade Return With Details Of New Single 'Perfume' & Sneak Peak Of New Video

Following the overwhelming success of their debut single ‘Louder’, the Parade ladies return to the charts with what is sure to become this year’s feel-good anthem, ‘Perfume’, released on June 20th through Asylum Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Mona Reveal Details Of Special Free London Performance

Mona are set to play a very special instore performance at East London's Rough Trade Records on Monday 16th May. This exclusive instore gig marks the UK release of the band's debut album and will be simply unmissable. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

The Saturdays Reveal New Single 'Notorious' & Announce New Mini-Series

The Saturdays are back and they are bringing a tougher, edgier sound with fantastic new single, 'Notorious', released on 22nd May.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Moby Launches Interactive 'Destroyed' Microsite With SoundCloud

Moby has unveiled a unique microsite presenting exclusive access to his forthcoming new album/ photography project 'Destroyed'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011

Take That Release New Single 'Love Love' Today & Reveal Details Of TV Performance

Take That have today announced exciting news of a brand new, not yet heard song: ‘Love Love’.  Adding further excitement into the mix comes with the revelation that the song will be featured in the much anticipated new X-Men blockbuster, X-Men First Class.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 11 May 2011