The Keys Set to Release Debut Album

Welsh psych-rockers The Keys are to hit the road to coincide with the release of their debut full-length album ‘Bitten By Wolves,’ released May 2nd by the cool folk at See Monkey Do Monkey Recordings.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 25 April 2011

More Acts Added To Outside:Inside Festival Line-Up

outside:inside festival has added a second wave of acts to the bill bolstering the already stellar line up with Dub Pistols, Dutch Uncles, Andy C, Kid Carpet, Dan le sac, Hype, Beardyman, Hayseed Dixie and Aloosh.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 April 2011

Bowling For Soup & The Hype Theory Perform On Red Bull Bedroom Jam Today!

Today at 5pm Bowling For Soup and The Hype Theory will be appearing on Red Bull Bedroom Jam!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 25 April 2011

Jettblack Confirmed To Perform At This Year's Sonisphere Festival

Fresh from supporting Record Store Day with a split 7” single with legendary party-starters Hellyeah, UK rockers Jettblack have been confirmed to appear on the Jagermeister stage at this year’s Sonisphere Festival, set to run from July 8th - 10th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 22 April 2011

My Chemical Romance Launch 'Planetary (Go!)' Remix Competition

My Chemical Romance have launched a new competition in which fans can remix the band’s recent single ‘Planetary (Go!)’ in order to win a pair of tickets to see the band conquer the main stage at this summer’s Reading or Leeds Festival.  The winner will also receive a years pro plus soundcloud account worth €500. Two runners up will also win a years soundcloud lite account worth €29.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 22 April 2011

Rufus Wainwright To Release 19 CD Box Set & Reveals Details Of UK Live Shows

The beautiful ‘House of Rufus’ box set, a 19-disc collection which spans Rufus Wainwright's entire career, will be unleashed on July 18th on Universal.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 22 April 2011

Fight Like Apes Set To Release New Album

Fight Like Apes are set to unleash their new album ‘The Body Of Christ And The Legs Of Tina Turner’ on April 25th via Model Citizen Records.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Lower Than Atlantis to Release New Album ‘World Record’ Next Week

Watford-based hardcore band Lower Than Atlantis are to release their second album ‘World Record’ on 25th April, shortly before they head out on tour with We Are The Ocean the same week. The album follows last year’s debut ‘Far Q’ and is preceded by the single ‘Deadliest Catch’, which was released this week – watch the video below. ‘World Record’ can currently be streamed from the band’s MySpace page.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Ozzy Osbourne Remasters 'Blizzard of Ozz' and 'Diary of a Madman' in 30th Anniversary Celebration

It may be warming up for spring, but rock legend Ozzy Osbourne is calling in a blizzard for the 30th of May as he re-releases quadruple platinum solo album ‘Blizzard of Ozz’ in celebration of the album’s 30th anniversary – as well as follow-up album ‘Diary of a Madman’.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Rihanna Duets With Beyoncé for Track Set to Feature on New Beyoncé Album

Pop diva Rihanna is set to feature on an album and single with the original pop and soul diva – Beyoncé.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Megadeth to Remaster Peace Sells... Album Featuring New Liner Notes From Lars Ulrich

Metal mega-stars Megadeth are remastering their 1986 platinum album ‘Peace Sells... But who’s Buying?’- which will feature notes from Metallica’s Lars Ulrich.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Dance Label Peppermint Jam to Release 18 Year Special Anniversary Compilation Album

On June 17th, Germany’s most iconic dance label Peppermint Jam releases ‘The Jam Files,’ a very special anniversary compilation celebrating 18 years of seminal house anthems.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Brasstronaut Announce New Single 'Hearts Trompet' & Live Shows

Canadian outfit Brasstronaut are to release their beautiful single ‘Hearts Trompet’ on the 9th of May and have announced a string of dates to coincide with it. It’s a beautiful uplifting genre-bending single which infuses pop, electronica, klezmer and jazz. It showcases their determination and sheer talent. The track won the 2010 ECHO songwriting prize beating artists such as Besnard Lakes, Caribou and Crystal Castles.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Tides From Nebula Reveal Details Of New Album 'Earthshine'

Polish band Tides From Nebula have been enthralling audiences across mainland Europe since 2008 and they bring to these shores their new album ‘Earthshine’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Dave Stewart To Release First Solo Album For Sixteen Years

Artist/Producer/Director and Eurythmics co-founder, Dave Stewart has announced his new album, 'The Blackbird Diaries' is set to be released in Britain on Monday, June 27th 2011. 

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

James Blunt Clarifies Comments About Royal Wedding Performance

James Blunt has clarified rumours that he claimed to be playing at the Royal wedding next Friday (April 29th). The singer, who is currently mid-way through an extensive North American tour, claimed that he had made the remark as a joke, stating that he would be “playing the organ” after a handful of journalists had asked him the question previously.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Blink 182 React To Criticism Over Tour Postponement

Blink-182 have offered another statement to fans following a torrent of criticism over their decision to postpone scheduled arena dates and festival appearances for this summer. The band announced on Monday (April 18th) that they would be postponing all their planned European dates until summer 2012.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Cheryl Cole Planning Duets With Rihanna And Katy Perry

Cheryl Cole is said to be looking to recruit a number of high-profile names to help with her upcoming siege of the US music market. The Girls Aloud singer, who is currently prepping material in the hope of making waves in America, has reportedly attempted to secure collaborations with Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Katy Perry to help boost her profile stateside.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Demi Lovato Leaves Disney’s ‘Sonny With a Chance’

Teen actress Demi Lovato has announced that she will be departing from her long-term role on Disney’s ‘Sonny With a Chance’, choosing instead to focus on her music career. The young star checked herself into a treatment facility late last year to deal with “emotional and physical issues”, and has chosen not to immediately step back into her old role following her recovery.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Lady Gaga Calls Madonna Rip-Off Claims ‘Retarded’

Lady Gaga has branded a suggestion that her single ‘Born This Way’ is a rip-off of Madonna’s ‘Express Yourself’ as “retarded”.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Justin Bieber Admits He Is a Fan of BGT's Michael Collings

Teenage superstar Justin Bieber has admitted he is a big fan of another musician who could make a swift rise to stardom – Britain’s Got Talent star Michael Collings.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 21 April 2011

Jack Cheshire Set to Release Second Album

On the 9th of May acclaimed singer/songwriter Jack Cheshire is to release his second album, ‘Copenhagen’, on Safety First Records. You can see a video for ‘Paperhouse’ embedded below.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Laika Dog Announce Details Of New Album

Laika Dog. The first dog in space. Checking out that it is safe for all those to follow. Floating around without a clue of what all those buttons and levers do but still breaking down barriers and forging on in a dog like pioneer manner.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Heights Prepared for New Album Release (Track Inside)

Hardcore quintet Heights will be releasing their heavily anticipated new album ‘Dead Ends’, out on June 21st.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

The Middle East Announce 'Hunger Song' Single

Coinciding with the release of The Middle East’s debut album ‘I Want That You Are Always Happy’, ‘Hunger Song’ will also be released on June 6th through Play It Again Sam (PIAS).

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Status Quo Reveal Details Of New Album 'Quid Pro Quo'

Status Quo are delighted to announce that their brand new studio album 'Quid Pro Quo' will be released on 2CD exclusively through Tesco on 30 May 2011.  The album boasts 14 brand new tracks plus the 2010 version of 'In The Army Now' and is packaged with a second disc the 'Official Bootleg – Greatest Hits Live' making this serious value for money.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Death Cab For Cutie Leak Two Tracks From Upcoming Album 'Codes & Keys'

Death Cab For Cutie have leaked 2 tracks from their upcoming album, 'Codes & Keyes'.   Hear the tracks – 'Home Is A Fire' and 'Some Boys' below!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Digitalism Offer Free Download Of '2 Hearts' From Forthcoming New Album 'I Love You Dude'

With new album ready 'I Love You, Dude' ready to drop on 20th June, Digitalism will perform two transcontinental launch shows at XOYO in London on June 13th and Nouveau Casino in Paris on June 14th.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Judas Priest Guitarist KK Downing Announces Retirement

A shock announcement today has revealed that original Judas Priest guitarist KK Downing has decided to retire just weeks ahead of their farewell 'Epitaph' World Tour.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

The Darlingtons Reveal Details Of Debut EP 'New Independent'

'New Independent' is the debut EP from hotly tipped new indie darlings; The Darlingtons.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011