New Linkin Park Single 'Iridescent' To Feature In 'Transformers: Dark Of The Moon' Film

Through their official website www.linkinpark.com, Linkin Park has announced their new single, 'Iridescent,' will be featured as the end title song in Paramount Pictures’ upcoming Michael Bay film, 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon'. The track is a fresh take of the song 'Iridescent' which originally appeared on the band’s current album, 'A Thousand Suns'.  The third instalment of the blockbuster 'Transformers' series opens worldwide July 1, 2011.

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

No Return For Velvet Revolver For 2 Years

Following news not so long ago that Velvet Revolver were trying out new singers as they looked for a replacement for Scott Weiland, Slash has now revealed there will be no return for the band until at least 2013.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Wednesday, 20 April 2011

Classic Rock Presents: New Wave Of British Heavy Metal

That most weighty and patriotic of musical vanguards, the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal, now over three decades old, continues to inspire and be a cause for celebration of those glorious days of wanton metal abandon. And to acknowledge that great period in heavy music, Universal/Sanctuary Records has teamed-up with those good folk at Metal Hammer & Classic Rock magazine to forge this illustrious 20 track array of sheer power and metal ferocity.

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

Chapel Club Announce New Single and Intimate London Show

London-based post-punkers Chapel Club have revealed details of an intimate gig at the Shacklewell Arms in Dalston on 18th May. The London pub was the location of some of Chapel Club’s earliest gigs and the band will be returning there for the one-off performance ahead of their three-night residency supporting Suede at Brixton O2 Academy. The show will coincide with Chapel Club’s new single ‘Blind’, which is due out on 16th May and is the latest to be taken from their debut album ‘Palace’.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

The Kixx Reveal Video For Debut Single 'Already Gone'

The Kixx have unveiled their video for debut single 'Already Gone', the first single from The Kixx’s as yet un-named debut album due to follow in September. Check out the video below.

Written by: Brad Norris | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Bootsy Collins Offers 'JB-Still The Man' As Free MP3 Download

To celebrate the April 25th release of his new studio album 'Tha Funk Capital of the World', funk legend Bootsy Collins is making the track 'JB – Still The Man' available as a free MP3 download. Fans can download the song for free HERE.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Ex Pitchshifter/Prodigy Guitarist Jim Davies' Reveals Details Of New Band Victory Pill & New Album

Former Prodigy and Pitchshifter guitarist Jim Davies once again teams up with producer Pete Crossman for Victory Pill’s brand new album ‘The Digital Divide’ set for release 2nd May on Otherside Recordings.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

The Strokes Added To 2011's T In The Park Festival Line-Up

The Strokes have been added to this year’s T In The Park line-up, following yesterday's announcement that Blink 182 have postponed their UK visit until 2012.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Shayne Ward "Still Great" After Being Dropped By SyCo

Shayne Ward has reacted positively to the news that he has been dropped by Simon Cowell’s record label, telling fans that he is still "great” despite the termination of his contract.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Elton John Set For Three-Year Las Vegas Residency

Elton John is set to return to Las Vegas for a three-year residency in the famous Caesar’s Palace. It has been announced that the ‘Rocket Man’ star will return to America's playground once again in September for a three-year contract to perform his new ‘Million Dollar Piano’ show.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Everything Everything Nominated For Two Ivor Novello Awards

Everything Everything are ecstatic to announce they have been nominated for no less than two Ivor Novello’s at this year’s awards.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Proud2 Bank Holiday Weekend Featuring Jazzy Jeff, Chipmunk & Grandmaster Flash!

Proud2 brings the sunshine of the summertime to Bank Holiday weekend this April with a series of hip hop specials featuring big name acts such as Jazzy Jeff, Chipmunk and Grandmaster Flash.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Villagers "Surprised" By Ivor Novello Nomination

Irish singer/songwriter Conor O'Brien has confessed his surprise at being nominated in one of the top categories at this year’s Ivor Novello awards. O’Brien’s musical outfit Villagers have been nominated for 'Best Song Musically and Lyrically', picking up the nod for their debut single 'Becoming A Jackal'.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Girls Aloud To Reunite Without Cheryl?

Girls Aloud are planning to reunite as a four-piece without ‘X Factor’ judge Cheryl Cole, according to reports. Gossip factory Heat magazine (admittedly not the most reliable of sources) have claimed that the four members of Girls Aloud have met without Cheryl and are planning on reforming to mark their 10th anniversary in 2012.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Arcade Fire To Release 'Scenes From The Suburbs' DVD

'Scenes from the Suburbs', a short film by Spike Jonze, is set for a DVD release on June 27th 2011 via Sonovox, and will include two previously unreleased exclusive tracks recorded during 'The Suburbs' album session.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Slash, Pete Doherty, Mona & More Added To T In The Park Festival 2011 Line-Up

With T In The Park, Scotland's music event of the year, now less than 3 months away organisers have kept the buzz alive by announcing a further batch of bands.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Big Sales Boost For Record Store Day Bands

2011’s Record Store Day has been confirmed as a roaring success with sales of physical singles bought from independent record stores soaring to more than double last year's total with album sales jumping by 20%.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Rodrigo Y Gabriela & Hans Zimmer Collaborate On New Pirates Of The Caribbean Soundtrack

Rodrigo Y Gabriela have confirmed that they have collaborated with Oscar winning composer Hans Zimmer for the latest in the Pirates of the Caribbean series, On Stranger Tides.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Beyonce's new single 'Girls (Who Run The World)' Appears online – Listen Now

R&B star Beyonce’s upcoming single ‘Girls’ has surfaced online today, and you can listen to the track below. The song is the first track to be taken from Beyonce’s as-of-yet untitled upcoming album.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Ozzy Osbourne To Become X-Factor Judge?

With rumours that Cheryl Cole is to leave UK’s X Factor to take up a position judging on the US version of the show, an unlikely candidate has risen to replace her in the shape of The Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Plan B and Everything Everything Earn Two Ivor Novello Nominations

Plan B and Everything Everything have scraped through as top contenders for this year’s Ivor Novello awards, earning two nominations each. Other acts to be given a nod include Tinier Tempah, The XX and Villagers (aka Irish songrwriter Conor O’Brien).

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

More Acts Announced For Reading & Leeds Festivals

Following last month's 2011 Reading and Leeds festival line-up announcement, which saw the likes of Muse, The Strokes and My Chemical Romance confirmed as headliners, the smaller stages are now filling up with the latest batch of bands revealed today.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Dappy From N-Dubz Bitten By Fan

N-Dubz rapper Dappy was attacked this week, as a female fan bit his ear during a pre-gig hug. Dappy has described the fan as “mental”, claiming that she even managed to draw blood.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

The Stills Announce Split

The Stills have announced that they are calling it a day. After eleven years of performing and recording together, the Canadian rockers have decided to split up, announcing the news in an extended post on their publicity company's website.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Fleet Foxes Declare Their Support For Illegal Downloading

Fleet Foxes singer Robin Pecknold has made a rare contribution to the argument in defence of illegal downloading. The singer and guitarist argued that music should have no inherent cash value, before going on to insinuate that musicians have no need for the large amounts of money earned through record sales.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Tuesday, 19 April 2011

Incubus Release Details Of New Album 'If Not Now, When?’

Incubus have confirmed the tracklisting for their upcoming seventh studio album, ‘If Not Now, When?’, giving a lengthy statement about the tone and intent of the record. The band have been working on the follow-up to 2006’s acclaimed release, ‘Light Grenade’, and have described the new album as “Something unique, both to the world and to us as a band”

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 18 April 2011

Lady Gaga Collaborates With Brian May On 'Born This Way'

Lady Gaga has called in Queen guitarist Brian May to work on her latest album, it has been reported. According to The Mirror, the eccentric pop star has worked with May on a track called ‘You & I’, which is set to appear on her upcoming LP ‘Born This Way’.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 18 April 2011

Black Sabbath To Release 2CD Deluxe Album 'Born Again' - Out June 6th

Following the departure of lead singer Ronnie James Dio and drummer Vinnie Appice after the studio mixing of the 'Live Evil' album, Black Sabbath were once again on the lookout for yet another lead vocalist to fill the significant void left at stage front. The band turned to ex. Deep Purple lead singer Ian Gillan.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 April 2011

Munich To Play Great Escape Ahead Of 'All Sussed Out' Debut Single Release

Munich have announced that they are to head out on a UK tour around the release of their debut single 'All Sussed Out' on the 20th June. Having not long completed their first UK tour they are certainly not a band to let the dust settle. The dates are being finalised as we speak but we can tell you that they'll be making an appearance at a number of festivals, kicking off with The Great Escape on the 12th May.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 April 2011

Beatsteaks Reveal Details Of New Album 'Boom Box' - Out May 16th

Already a huge hit in Germany where it knocked Adele off the top of the album charts, the Beatsteaks’ new album ‘Boom Box’ looks set to make their biggest impact yet on these shores when it’s released on May 16th onWarner Bros. Records. The Gold-certified album will be preceded by the release of the single ‘Milk & Honey’on May 9th. Check out the video to Beatsteaks' 'Milk & Honey' below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 18 April 2011