Reading Festival Event Organisers Plan To Launch US Music Festival

With Reading and Leeds festival tickets going onsale and selling out within 20 minutes this evening, those unable to get tickets may like to know that organisers are planning to launch a new event in the US!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Tyson's Fresh New Single Available Now (Link Inside)

Old skool pop producer Tyson is ready to release his fresh new single ‘Out of Mind’, available on iTunes and Beatport now.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Osmo Arrives From Finland With First International Single And Album

Conehead are delighted to announce that they will release the incendiary UK debut single and album from the hotly tipped Finnish performer Osmo. The single ‘Heaven and Hell’ is released 22 May 2011 and the album ‘Heaven and Hell is Just a State Of Mind’ is out on 6 June 2011.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Sensation Dance Event Coming to the UK!

Mark the date in your diary – Sensation, the world’s biggest dance event, is coming to the UK!

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Skream Sets Release Date for 'Where You Should Be'

Dubstep pioneer Skream is set to release his new single ‘Where You Should Be’, featuring Sam Frank, on May 16th through Tempa records.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Derek And The Dominos Launch ‘Layla’ Riff Competition

Derek and the Dominos’ Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs turns 40 this year and to mark this release on March 29th, fans of the classic, budding guitar virtuosos and the musical minded alike are invited to submit their own versions of one of the most iconic riffs in rock music history.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Mona Release Details Of New EP 'Listen To Your Love' & New UK Shows

In the build up to one of the most anticipated debut albums of 2011, Mona are to release the ‘Listen To Your Love’ EP. The EP will be released through the band’s own imprint Zion Noiz Recordings/Island Records and will be made available on limited edition white vinyl from May 9th and digital download from March 21st.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Spinefarm Records To Release 6 Limited Edition Singles For Record Store Day 2011

As regular manufacturers of vinyl, and proud of it, Spinefarm Records are delighted to be celebrating‘Record Store Day’ on April 16th 2011 with six 7” singles featuring tracks from some of the key artists on the label.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Damn Vandals Reveal Release Date For New Single 'Bayonet' - Out April 25th

Damn Vandals release their new single in April and you can see the video and hear the track, which has already received support from Q and Total Rock Radio below.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Sex Pistols To Release Live Blu-Ray DVD 'There'll Always Be An England'

It was one of the most important reunions in rock and roll history: The Sex Pistols took on the Brixton Academy in monumental style in November 2007 to mark their 30th Anniversary and announce the return of – to quote Sir Cliff Richard – “the worst thing ever to happen to rock n roll.”

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Miles Kane Reveals Details Of New Single 'Rearrange' - Out May 2nd

Miles Kane releases ‘Rearrange’, from his debut solo album, ‘Colour of the Trap’, on May 2nd on Columbia Records.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Thirteen Senses Announce New Single 'Home' - Out April 11th

Thirteen Senses release the second single from their third studio album, ‘Crystal Sounds’ on April 11th. A brand new version of ‘Home’ follows the release of ‘Crystal Sounds’ and, as with the album, comes out on the band’s own b-sirius label through PIAS. A new b-side, ‘Change The Atmosphere’ will also be available to download alongside ‘Home’.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Reading & Leeds Festival 2011 Line-Up Leaked Through Magazine Advert

With the official line-up announcement for Reading and Leeds festival now only hours away, it appears that a sneaky somone has already managed to post an image of the confirmed line-up online – five hours ahead of the official unveiling tonight at 7.15pm!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Good Charlotte & Mishkin To Perform On RedBull Bedroom Jam Today At 5pm

Good Charlotte and Mishkin (live) will be appearing on Red Bull Bedroom Jam today at 5pm!

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Latest Rumours For Reading & Leeds Festival - Line-Up Confirmed From 7.15pm Tonight!

Tonight the line-up for Reading and Leeds festival 2011 is officially revealed! While rumours have been spreading like wild-fire on the forums and message boards of various websites, Muse, The Strokes and My Chemical Romance look to be in poll position for a headlining performance at this years' festivals.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Stereoboard Founder Warns Fans Against Fake Reading & Leeds Festival Ticket Sites

The founder of UK's leading gig ticket comparison site Stereoboard.com is warning music fans of a sharp rise in ‘pop-up’ ticket websites which look like official festival sites, but are in reality scam sites. The fake ticketing websites are taking people’s money online and not delivering tickets.

Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Nicole Scherzinger Ends Adele's Chart Reign

Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger has knocked Adele from the top of the UK singles chart this week. The American singer put an end to Adele’s four-week domination of both the albums and singles charts by entering in at Number One with ‘Don’t Hold Your Breath’.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Monday, 21 March 2011

Big Country to Release New Compilation ‘Fields of Fire’ Next Month

Reformed Scottish rockers Big Country are to release a new compilation album entitled ‘Fields of Fire – The Ultimate Collection’ on 18th April. The album, which is named after the band’s original Top 10 single and taken from their 1983 debut album ‘The Crossing’, features all of the hits from their 20-year career, as well as a selection of rarities. The reformed Big Country line-up, which includes former Alarm singer Mike Peters on lead vocals, are to coincide the release of ‘Fields of Fire’ with a full UK tour. See below for dates.

Written by: Rob Sleigh | Date: Sunday, 20 March 2011

Mark Hoppus Auctions Rare Blink 182 Items For Japan Relief Effort

Blink-182 bassist and singer Mark Hoppus is auctioning off rare items from the band’s past in a bid to raise money for the Japanese disaster relief fund. The singer has launched the appeal, dragging out his own personal items connected with the band’s history.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Arcade Fire “Considering” New Material For Hyde Park Show

Arcade Fire’s Will Butler has revealed that the band are considering debuting new material at their Hyde Park show on June 30th.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Selena Gomez Discusses Upcoming Album

Selena Gomez has discussed her upcoming third LP, promising “more depth” than her previous releases. The ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ star said that she is very excited out the album, for which she is currently writing and recording early demos.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Thom Yorke Working On Rap Album

Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke is currently working on a rap album, according to reports. British rapper Doom confirmed that he has started work on an album with the singer, and the pair are hoping to collaborate on enough material to form a full-length release.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Jessie J “Already Writing” For Second Album

Jessie J has announced that she has already commenced work on her second album. The singer, who is enjoying impressive commercial success with her debut LP ‘Who You Are’, stated that she has already written several tracks for her second release.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Miley Cyrus Planning To Release Poison Cover?

Disney star Miley Cyrus is planning to release a cover of Poison’s hit song ‘Every Rose Has Its Thorn’, according to the band’s vocalist Bret Michaels.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Dave Grohl: “You Shouldn’t Have To Do F**king Glee”

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has become the latest in a string of musicians to criticise ‘Glee’ creator Ryan Murphy for the culture that he has created around the hit US show.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Klaxons Cancel North American Tour

British electro-punks Klaxons have cancelled their upcoming North American tour. The band have cancelled 14 tour dates and an appearance at the famous Coachella music festival, citing “unforeseen circumstances” as the reason.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Rebecca Black Responds To Online Criticism

Rebecca Black has given her first interview since becoming an online sensation for all the wrong reasons this week. The teenage singer has received a torrent of criticism and mocking from the online community for her song ‘Friday’, which has been called out for its unintentionally patronising lyrics and unashamed use of auto-tune technology.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Jack White Discusses White Stripes Break-Up

Jack White spoke yesterday about the decision to split up the White Stripes. The singer/songwriter and ex-wife Meg White decided to call it time on the band early last month, after performing together for 14 years.

Written by: James Conlon | Date: Saturday, 19 March 2011

Introducing... The Violet May (Free Track Inside!)

You might not know it yet but you already know The Violet May's lead singer Chris McClure. He was the iconic dishevelled figure on the front cover of the massive selling debut Arctic Monkeys album, “Whatever You Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not” and the brother of John McClure of Reverend & The Makers. Now fronting his own band The Violet May, he looks set to be an icon in his own right.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 18 March 2011

Maverick Sabre Set to Release EP Following Radio One Performance

Introducing Maverick Sabre… It was the works of Chuck Berry, Bob Dylan and Aretha Franklin that inspired the early learnings of the young Michael Stafford. But now, aged 20, under his moniker, Maverick Sabre is garnering acclaim for his wave of hip-hop inspired soulful folk vocals. Last year, he unleashed his 10 track free download The Travelling Man Mixtape, which received massive critical acclaim and huge support from some of the top UK Radio DJ’s. Next up, Maverick Sabre releases his The Lost Words EP out on 7th March 2011.

Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Friday, 18 March 2011