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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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011

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'.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011

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.

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011

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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011

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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011

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.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 09 May 2011

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.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Sunday, 08 May 2011

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.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Friday, 06 May 2011

Award Winning Lau to Release Second in Trio of EPs

Triple BBC Folk Award winners Lau have announced the release date of their second in a trio of EPs – this time working with electronic artist/producer Adem from Domino Records. ‘Ghosts’ will hit stores on May 23rd.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

Crystal Antlers Set Date for Second LP

Indie rockers Crystal Antlers release their new LP Two-Way Mirror out 11th July via Recreation Ltd.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows (D.R.U.G.S.) Nominated for Kerrang! Award

Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows (D.R.U.G.S.) have been nominated for a Kerrang! Award for Best International Newcomer following the recent release of their self-titled debut album. The band will be competing for the title, which will be announced at the awards ceremony in London on June 9th, with Black Veil Brides, Hyro Da Hero, The Pretty Reckless and We Are The In Crowd.

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

Two Door Cinema Club To Release 'Tourist History Live' iPad & iPhone App

Two Door Cinema Club will be launching a new downloadable app for iPhone and iPad users, entitled 'Tourist History Live'. The app will feature a unique and intimate concert shot in a secret location. The performance is a full, chronological airing of the band's much acclaimed, debut album 'Tourist History', available to view in full via the service.

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

Swedish House Mafia Ready UK Tour With Release of New Single 'Save The World'

Swedish House Mafia will release their new single 'Save The World' on May 15th 2011. The dance outfit will tour the UK this month, compare Swedish House Mafia tickets now at Stereoboard!

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

My Chemical Romance Confirm Release of New Single 'Bulletproof Heart'

My Chemical Romance will mark their upcoming summer festival dates with the release of their new single ‘Bulletproof Heart’ on June 13th.

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

Bombay Bicycle Club & Sparrow and the Workshop Added To Rockness 2011 Lineup & Tickets

Already boasting a line-up of stellar proportions that includes Kasabian, The Chemical Brothers, Paolo Nutini, Glasvegas and many more, RockNess have confirmed even more top-notch new acts have been added to this year’s bill.

Written by: Nigel Sachdev | Date: Thursday, 05 May 2011

True Widow Release New Album to Great Critical Acclaim

Texas Stonegaze three-piece True Widow have released their second album, ‘As High as the Highest Heavens and From the Center to the Circumference of the Earth’, and it’s been a massive hit with the critics.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 May 2011

Best Selling American Rockers Eve 6 Announce Deal with Fearless Records

Platinum selling rockers Eve 6 have announced they have signed a deal with Fearless Records, home of such bands as Mayday Parade and the Aquabats.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 May 2011

Club Smith Set For Debut Single Release

Newcomers Club Smith have arrived fresh on the post-punk scene, and are are releasing their debut double-sided single on June 6th, through Front Wall records.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 04 May 2011

Taking Back Sunday Release New Single ‘Faith (When I Let You Down)’

Taking Back Sunday released their new single ‘Faith (When I let you down)’ yesterday. You can check out the live video for the single's b side, ‘El Paso’, below.