Tour Of The Week - The Black Crowes - Tickets On Sale Now
The Black Crowes have announced dates for their 'Lay Down With Number 13' world tour. The Black Crowes Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 14 January 2013
Stereoboard Looks At The Most Likely And Most Anticipated Tour Announcements Of The Coming Year
With it being the start of a brand new year, we at Stereoboard thought it would be a cool idea to delve into the crystal ball and see what UK tour announcements could be coming our way in 2013.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Sunday, 13 January 2013
Where Should The Fandom Line Be Drawn? (#CutForBieber, All Time Low, John Lennon, Dimebag Feature)
Obsessive fandom. I get it. I've been there. I've loved a band more than I thought humanly possible and I thought nothing could compare to what I felt for them. I lived and breathed their music, their news updates, their new releases. As a teenager I had plans to cover myself in tattoos dedicated to them, I even flew to America for as little as 24 hours just to see them live - though, more often than not, I made more of a holiday of these such occasions.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Thursday, 10 January 2013
Bands To Watch Out For In 2013 (King Krule, Savages, Solange, Splashh, AlunaGeorge, Haim Feature)
With the final days of 2012 trickling away alarmingly quickly, and the festive haze still upon us, it feels an appropriate time to look back fondly on an incredibly exciting year of music. To say this has been a remarkable one in terms of new musical talent would be an understatement, with 2012 marking the release of hordes of very special, innovative albums, and some of the most perfect pop songs of the decade. It is almost even more exciting though, to take a look forward, and consider how the musical landscape of 2013 might take shape. It is so difficult to imagine which musicians will have made the biggest marks this time next year, all there really is to go on is who deserves to do really well for themselves, and with the artists below emerging, the future looks bright.
Written by: Ellen Davies | Date: Thursday, 27 December 2012
Stereoboard's Top 5 Metal Albums Of 2012 (Gojira, Cradle Of Filth, Devin Townsend, Kreator Feature)
“No, I won’t put The Darkness in it!” This is an excerpt from the internal struggle I experienced as I was putting this list together. It was ridiculously hard to narrow it down to just 5 albums, and whilst I really loved The Darkness’s new album, I refused to include it here. Because this is for metal albums. Monstrous, raucous, wonderfully nasty albums. 2012 has been a superb year for metal music, so before I delve into my top 5; I’d like to shower honourable mentions upon artists who just missed out: Ihsahn, Soulfly, Converge, Deftones, Cancer Bats, Deadly Circus Fire and God Seed. You really should listen to these too, but I can’t really explain why, as that would defeat the purpose of creating a top 5. So, as I sit here roasting chestnuts on an open fire and scaring off carol singers with the latest Cannibal Corpse CD, here you go. Drum roll, please?
Written by: Alec Chillingworth | Date: Sunday, 23 December 2012
Gaz Coombes, Paul Weller, Deftones & More Included In Stereoboard's Top 10 Albums Of 2012 (Feature)
There have been some true revolutions in music the past year. Despite the decline in sales of the guitar band, bands across the globe are still penning some truly remarkable music using a cacophony of different styles, techniques and influences to evolve and refine their sound. Some of the acts featured here have been around for a small eternity, but still managed to release a record in the last twelve months that could, quite possibly, change your life. Some of them have hit the charts running. Some of them you may never have heard of. But I promise you, if you have interest in music, real music, you should go out and obtain a copy of all of these because not doing so means you miss out.
Written by: James Ball | Date: Friday, 21 December 2012
Stereoboard's Apocalyptic Playlist - Listen Now (End Of The World Feature)
December 21st 2012 has been a predicted doomsday for quite some time now, and as our pending apocalypse is just around the corner - i.e. it's tomorrow - it seems only appropriate to offer a soundtrack to such an event. Everything has to have a soundtrack these days, you know.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Thursday, 20 December 2012
Robbie Williams Returns To The Top Of Stereoboard's Top 10 Hot Tickets Chart
English pop singer-songwriter and Take That star Robbie Williams has topped the Stereoboard Hot Tickets chart once again this week, with tickets for his summer 2013 UK stadium tour still flying out - taking him from the #3 spot back to #1.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 20 December 2012
Stereoboard's Alternative Christmas Song Playlist (The Hives, EELS, The Wombats Feature)
Christmas is an excellent time for mince pies. For Toy manufacturers, Santa impersonators and pantomimes there is no month that compares to December. It is an awesome time of year for over sugared children, so awesome that there is a small chance that they might literally explode with excitement for Christmas day. It's an even better time of year for guaranteeing you will hear the same songs you've heard every year, every day from mid September. The 'Christmas Classics'. Quickly what started as festive fun can lead to you buying a megaphone, tracking down Noddy Holder and shouting into his ear "I KNOW!?! I'VE KNOWN FOR MONTHS, IT HAPPENS THE SAME DAY EVERY (expletive of your choice) YEAR.... EVEN IF I DIDN'T KNOW, HEARING SONGS WHICH HAVE BECOME FAMOUS DESPITE BEING TERRIBLE BECAUSE THEY HAVE THE WORD 'CHRISTMAS' IN THEM IS NOT A PLESANT REMINDER!". Before bursting into tears and spending Christmas day quietly sat in the corner, gently rocking backward and forwards, cradling the uncooked turkey and waiting for January to come round.
Written by: Luke Bailey | Date: Wednesday, 19 December 2012
Stereoboard Speak To Canadian Electronic Dance Duo Zeds Dead Ahead Of Their Recent London Show
Firstly, saw you guys briefly in TomorrowLand, and it was pretty sick and very intense – in a positive manner of course.
Written by: Adam Holden | Date: Tuesday, 18 December 2012
Stereoboard's Top 10 Alternative Albums Of 2012 (Deftones, Soundgarden, Don Broco, Slash Feature)
Annually, we music fans are spoiled by bands worldwide. As it draws to a close, we look back on the year as a whole and attempt to pick out our favourite offerings the last twelve months have given us. More often than not there comes an addition feeling - "Next year's got a lot to beat!" And, as each that came before it has done, 2012 has given us countless alternative albums to revel in and, accordingly, here are ten alternative records that come highly recommended.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 17 December 2012
Stereoboard's Christmas List: Merchandise Ranging From The Weird And Wonderful
Christmas is the time of year where we consumers go crazy. Your brother might just want a crate of beer, but you don't think that's quite enough. Your mum may have been hinting at this really nice set she saw on TV, but then again - you might not be the only one to have picked up on her hints. So what do we do? We turn to the internet - the home of the weird and wonderful, the obscure and the downright awesome.
Stereoboard Chat To Stone Sour About The UK Tour, The Latest Record & The Pending Second Instalment
Stone Sour have pulled quite a blinder. Where many struggle to pull off one concept record, they've opted for two - and part one is a pretty solid start. Bringing their promotion to the UK for two headline London shows before continuing around the country, Josh took some time out to talk about their current tour, their latest record and that pending second instalment.
Stereoboard Talk To Guitar Legend Michael Schenker About New 'Temple Of Rock' Live Album/DVD
What do the late great Randy Rhoads, Metallica's Kirk Hammett, Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden and Slash all have in common? Aside from being iconic exponents of hard rock guitar playing they've all been inspired and influenced by the exceptional German guitarist Michael Schenker, whose breathtaking work with The Scorpions, UFO and the Michael Schenker Group (MSG) stamped a distinctive mark on the hard rock landscape of the 1970's and 80's, as well as shaping the scene that followed as aspiring axe men the world over studied (and nicked) his techniques. No wonder The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith and Ozzy Osbourne all wanted him to join them. Unfortunately, like most people imbued with God given genius Michael had a self destructive side and was known for being erratic and temperamental, regularly disappearing before gigs without explanation. For a long time his life was blighted by dangerous addictions to pills and booze that derailed his career and left him a shadow of his former self, often turning up to concerts too paralytic to play.
Written by: Simon Ramsay | Date: Friday, 14 December 2012
Bruce Springsteen Hits #1 Spot On Stereoboard's Hot Tickets Chart
American rock singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Bruce Springsteen has reminded us why he’s known as The Boss this week, after topping the Stereoboard Hot Tickets chart - leaving last week’s leader Robbie Williams behind at #3.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 13 December 2012
Tour Of The Week - Bruce Springsteen - Tickets On Sale Now
'Wrecking Ball' rocker Bruce Springsteen has unveiled dates for a string of outdoor UK shows for summer 2013. In addition to the UK dates, Bruce and his E Street Band will also visit Ireland for shows in Limerick, Cork and Belfast. Bruce Springsteen Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 11 December 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Miss May I's Levi Benton About Their Current UK Tour And Latest Album 'At Heart'
I was given the opportunity to have a chat with Levi Benton, vocalist of Miss May I, at the Cardiff date on their headline UK tour. We talked about the current tour, plans for 2013 and the reception of their latest album 'At Heart'.
Written by: Matt Turner | Date: Tuesday, 11 December 2012
Robbie Williams Tops Stereoboard's Top 10 Hot Tickets Chart
English pop singer-songwriter and former Take That star Robbie Williams has topped the Stereoboard Hot Tickets chart this week, with his summer 2013 UK stadium tour becoming an instant hit with our readers and ticket-buyers since it was announced late on last month.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Wednesday, 05 December 2012
Tour Of The Week - Robbie Williams - Tickets Onsale Now
Robbie Williams has announced a huge string of dates, forming his 2013 'Take The Crown' UK stadium tour. Robbie Williams Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 05 December 2012
Tour Of The Week - Muse - Tickets On Sale Now
British stadium rockers Muse have confirmed dates for their biggest ever tour. Performing in cities across Europe next year, Muse will kick-off the UK leg of the tour at Coventry's Ricoh Arena on 22nd May, before visiting London and Manchester. Muse Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 26 November 2012
Tour Of The Week - Kings Of Leon - Tickets On Sale Now
Kings Of Leon will return to UK stages next summer, having announced a string of summer arena shows. Kings Of Leon Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 12 November 2012
Tour Of The Week - Bon Jovi - Tickets On Sale Now
American stadium rockers Bon Jovi have confirmed dates for their anticipated 'Because We Can – The Tour' in the UK. The new jaunt will roll across UK stadiums in summer 2013 and Bon Jovi Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 02 November 2012
Stereoboard Look At Some Of The Most Influential Protest Bands (Pussy Riot, RATM, Anti Flag Feature)
Music is a universal language. It's an outlet for every emotion - love, anger, angst - and it is often used to be a voice, be it one of inspiration, or one of the people. Pussy Riot have been in the press a lot this year for their anti-Putin protest in an Orthodox church, and people have rallied behind the women for their cause. Coinciding with them being found guilty, the band released a single titled 'Putin Lights Up The Fires', refusing to back down even from behind bars.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 29 October 2012
Stereoboard Recommends: Your Halloween Playlist (Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie, Alice Cooper Feature)
Halloween is just around the corner and, as everyone knows, every occasion needs a soundtrack. From blockbuster movies to mere adverts for yoghurt, someone out there has given the musical element some thought and, when it comes to the creepiest day of the year, there's an abundance to choose from. So, here are ten recommendations if you're looking for something to suitably play in the background of your evening.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Sunday, 28 October 2012
Three's A Crowd: Stereoboard Look At Three-Piece Rock Bands (Green Day, Muse, Biffy Clyro Feature)
Some say two's company but three's a crowd. However, when it comes to rock nowadays, three is quite often the magic number. Many bands have taken a step away from the regular set up of four of five members, not settling for a separate drummer, bassist, vocalist, rhythm guitarist and lead guitarist.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Wednesday, 24 October 2012
Tour Of The Week - The Rolling Stones - Tickets On Sale 9am Friday 19th October
Its all about iconic rockers The Rolling Stones this week. The legendary group have confirmed their UK and US live return in the shape of two London concerts and two Newark, New York concerts to celebrate their 50th anniversary. The Rolling Stones Tickets for their UK live dates are ON SALE 9AM FRIDAY 19th OCTOBER. Click Here to Compare & Buy The Rolling Stones Tickets.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Wednesday, 17 October 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Rival Sons Following The Release Of New Album 'Head Down' And Recent UK Tour
With their explosive new album 'Head Down' receiving rave reviews and having recently completed a sold out tour of the UK, Los Angeles rock n' roll heroes Rival Sons are riding high on the crest of a wave that's threatening to turn into an all conquering tsunami pretty damn soon. It builds on a tremendous 2011 for the guys, with their sophomore release 'Pressure And Time' being voted second best album of the year by Classic Rock Magazine and the quartet themselves – Jay Buchanan, Scott Holiday, Robin Everhart and Mike Miley – receiving the accolade of 'best new band' from the listeners of Planet Rock Radio. We caught up with guitarist Scott Holiday to discuss the making of the new album, how the guys feel about the UK and what it takes to make great rock n' roll music.
Written by: Simon Ramsay | Date: Wednesday, 17 October 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Sacred Mother Tongue About Current EP & Forthcoming Album 'Out Of The Darkness'
Since releasing 2009's bone crunching debut album 'The Ruin Of Man', Northampton based heavy metal monsters Sacred Mother Tongue have gained an army of loyal followers, including Metal Hammer magazine who branded them as “The most convincing young British Metal band to emerge in a long time”. Following such hefty praise and several high profile festival appearances the four piece gang – Darrin South (Vocal Powerhouse), Andy James (Guitar God), Josh Gurner (Bass Dude) and Lee Newell ( Drum Thumper) – have been hard at work on their sophmore album 'Out Of The Darkness', which is due to hit shelves early next year. A taste of that record was recently unveiled in the shape of a highly praised EP entitled 'A Light Shines', and at present the guys are also busy running a pledge campaign to fund the release of a future live EP. No rest for the wicked indeed. We caught up with frontman Darrin to talk about the new material, the evolution of the band's sound and why they could be playing at your wedding reception sometime soon!
Written by: Simon Ramsay | Date: Thursday, 11 October 2012
Tour Of The Week - All Time Low - Tickets On Sale Now
Four-piece pop-punk band, All Time Low, have confirmed a new UK tour for February 2013. All Time Low Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 09 October 2012
Stereoboard Chat To Britain's Got Talent Star Sam Kelly About The Release Of His Debut Album
Not even a year after he made an appearance on Simon Cowell’s quest to find talent, Sam Kelly is living, breathing proof that yes, Britain has got some. In one intimate Swindon gig he has quashed any potential naysayer and has maintained the form that brought him so much attention. Over a beer, Stereoboard sat down and talked strategy for the future, music taste, debut album and more.
Written by: Josh Adams | Date: Tuesday, 02 October 2012
Stereoboard Look At Some Of The Most Famous Public Rants By Artists (Green Day, Axl Rose)
Last week, the internet was rife with speculation and conversation surrounding Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong following his outburst at IHeartRadio festival. The band found their set cut by 20 minutes without warning to allow more time for Usher. Upon hearing the band only had one minute left, Billie Joe launched into a well documented, expletive-packed rant.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 01 October 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Papa Roach About New Album 'The Connection' (Papa Roach Interview)
Papa Roach are a band who wear their hearts on their sleeves. Aside from the addictive side of their music, the sheer honesty they've maintained throughout their career makes them relatable and 'The Connection', their new record, proves no different.
Artists Voice Their Opinion On Downloading Music (Illegal Downloading Feature)
Illegal downloading is an issue that's plagued the music industry for years, growing rapidly as technology advanced. Though millions worldwide choose to acquire their music at the click of a button, there are serious moves to eradicate the issue through clamp downs in the law - an estimated date appears to be 2014. What methods the government use to crack down on this are yet to be seen, whether or not they will succeed in this endeavour is debatable, but what do those behind the music - the bands, the artists - make of the issue at hand?
Stereoboard Speak To Lower Than Atlantis About Their New October UK Tour & New Album 'Changing Tune'
On the eve of the release of their third full length studio album: 'Changing Tune', Ben Sansom, lead guitarist of aspiring Watford rockers, Lower Than Atlantis, spared us some time to answer questions about their forthcoming UK tour, life in the band and the incredible fortune they have enjoyed so far this year.
Written by: Owen Sheppard | Date: Monday, 01 October 2012
Early Festival Line-Up Announcements (Download Festival Feature)
Speaking from a student’s perspective, I – at least – rank festival season as something that falls at the end of one year and before the kick back to reality as you return to University. Initial announcements rear their heads towards the end of the first semester, i.e. just in time to acquire a ticket to said festival as a Christmas present.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Friday, 28 September 2012
Win A Copy Of Octane And DLR's Brand New Debut Album 'Method In The Madness' (Competition)
Octane and DLR - Chris and Jay - are two names that have taken the drum and bass world by storm in the past two years, earning their debut release in 2010 - and featuring on three deck legend Andy C’s fifth installment of the seminal Nightlife series the same year.
Written by: Elliott Batte | Date: Thursday, 20 September 2012
Tour Of The Week - Florence And The Machine - Tickets On Sale Now
Florence And The Machine are to hit the road again this winter, having confirmed a string of live dates for early December. Florence And The Machine Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 17 September 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Dan Le Sac About His Recently Released Solo Album 'Space Between The Words'
Ten minutes chatting to the pro producer, behemoth of beats and generally pleasant guy to talk to, Daniel Stephens a.k.a. Dan le Sac. Dan is mainly known for his work as half of Dan le Sac V. Scroobius Pip, the guy who makes the music for Pip to put words to but has now (well as of the ninth of July this year) released a solo album. We started off talking about the album 'Space Between The Words'.
Written by: Luke Bailey | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012
Tour Of The Week - The Killers - Tickets On Sale Now
The Killers have announced their first UK tour in four years. The Las Vegas group, whose hotly-anticipated fourth studio album, 'Battle Born', is released on September 17th, will play shows starting in Glasgow on 26th October and ending with two nights at London’s 02 Arena. The Killers Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 September 2012
Metal Music: Why Is It Still A Scapegoat? (Marilyn Manson, Rammstein Feature)
It's not uncommon to flick on the news nowadays and find some form of violence being reported on. That in itself is a shame, and it's a scary fact, but what is often being brought into the equation is music, and more often than not (that's being generous), it's being portrayed negatively. But why is this still happening?
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Thursday, 30 August 2012
Soul Britannia (Beverley Knight, Joss Stone, Michael Kiwanuka, Dionne Bromfield Feature)
Since borrowing and evolving from the original African-American experience, pinching it’s favourites from blues, jazz and gospel, over 50 years on from it’s inception – and Britain proves it’s still got an appetite for not only producing – but consuming Soul in colossal quantities.
Written by: Josh Adams | Date: Wednesday, 29 August 2012
Stereoboard Talks To Daniel O’Sullivan (Mothlite, Ulver & More) About His Many Projects
Someone really doesn’t want me to talk to Daniel O’Sullivan. I’ve tried to get him on the phone three times now and each time the signal has cut out. Fourth time lucky, the 32-year-old multi-instrumentalist calls me back and everything seems to be going according to plan. “Let’s keep our fingers crossed”, O’Sullivan suggests before we begin talking about his most recent released venture, the new album by his Mothlite project.
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Tuesday, 28 August 2012
Stereoboard Look At The Secret Sets Of The Reading And Leeds Festivals
Usually, the biggest bands you'll find at festivals are nestled snugly (and rightfully) at the top of the bill. As the line-up is gradually revealed, more mammoth names join the fold, but then - just to keep fans on their toes - sometimes there are secrets lurking, too exciting for the poster.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Friday, 24 August 2012
Stereoboard Look At The History Of This Weekend's Reading And Leeds Festivals
Year in and year out, Reading and Leeds Festival signals the end of what many music lovers spend months waiting for: summer's festival season. While there are some others doused throughout September onwards, the final weekend in August always brings out massive names to see summer off with a bang, and 2012 is no different. This year plays host to names including The Cure, Foo Fighters, Florence and the Machine and the Black Keys, but what about the history of the festival?
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Wednesday, 22 August 2012
Stereoboard Recommendations For The Reading And Leeds Festival Line-Up 2012
Year in and year out, Reading and Leeds Festivals signify the end of festival season, the end of summer and the jolt back to reality for many students. As each year brings in big names for thousands to enjoy, 2012 has proven no different with the likes of The Cure, Florence and the Machine, Foo Fighters, Paramore and Kasabian all sitting neatly at the top of the bill.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 20 August 2012
Scissor Sisters Perform On New York Rooftop For Paco Rabanne "Black XS Excessive Session"
On 9th July 2012, myself and seven lucky bloggers from Europe and the US had the amazing opportunity to attend one of the most sensational live music events I have ever experienced.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 17 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Sucioperro Drummer Fergus Munro Following The Unveiling Of Fourth Album 'Fused'
With the band having recently unveiled fourth album 'Fused', Stereoboard took the opportunity to have a chat with Sucioperro drummer Fergus Munro…
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Friday, 17 August 2012
Tour Of The Week - Keane - Tickets On Sale Now
Following the release of latest album 'Strangeland', as well as a run of shows in June, Keane are to tour the UK this autumn. Keane Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 14 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Rising UK Metallers While She Sleeps Ahead Of The Release Of Their New Album
Stereoboard caught up with While She Sleeps guitarist Sean Long to discuss the band’s new record, the awesome 'This is the Six'...
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Friday, 10 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Scouting For Girls Ahead Of The Release Of New Album 'The Light Between Us'
London based pop-rockers Scouting For Girls smashed their way into the charts back in the summer of 2007 with addictive sing-a-long tune 'She's So Lovely' and their self-titled No.1 debut album. Hit single after hit single made the band a household name, and for the last two years, they've been working hard on their third album. In preparation for the release, Stereoboard caught up with the band to see if those two years have felt like a lifetime.
Written by: Katie Territt | Date: Wednesday, 08 August 2012
