Road Tested: Introducing Miss Vincent

Is there always something lurking behind a picket fence? If you're in leafy Guildford, then it might be Miss Vincent, a new four-piece who take their cues from Misfits, Alkaline Trio and other fine purveyors of schlock-fuelled pop-punk.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Thursday, 05 September 2013

Novocaine, Carrots And Clowns: Eels In Videos

Since emerging with 'Beautiful Freak', Mark Oliver Everett and Eels have remained one of the most consistently interesting bands to inhabit the small divide between indie, pop and rock. The band's enigmatic leader has penned beautiful songs about death, misery and depression, but many of them with a glint in his eye and a brief glance towards better days.

Written by: Sam Jones | Date: Tuesday, 03 September 2013

Birthday Bash: Stereoboard's Bestival Setlist

Bestival turns 10 this weekend, and to celebrate reaching double figures they've assembled quite a cast of characters on the guest list. 

Written by: Gavin Rees | Date: Monday, 02 September 2013

Calvin Harris And Tiesto Dominate Stereoboard's Hot Ticket Chart

Swaggering to the top of the latest Stereoboard Hot Ticket Chart are Calvin Harris and Tiesto, the dance giants who will invade UK arenas in December for their ‘Greater Than’ tour. In their first week on sale the duo saw off late competition from Reading Festival, last week’s chart-topper and a fine affair that was headlined by Biffy Clyro, Green Day and Eminem over the course of the bank holiday weekend.

Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Friday, 30 August 2013

Playing With Feel: Introducing Henry Parker

It’s a well known phrase, “mighty oaks from little acorns grow”. For Henry Parker, who will release his new single, Red Fox, on September 15, an act of teenage bloody-mindedness laid the foundations or a future with guitar in hand.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Thursday, 29 August 2013

Rock 'N' Roll Star: The Evolution Of Frank Turner

Some transformations take you by surprise, but Frank Turner's evolution from frontman of Million Dead to arena star has been more of a slow burn. 

Written by: Sam Jones | Date: Wednesday, 28 August 2013

Aggrobeat Goes On: Introducing Blood Sport

Pop quiz. Favourite aggrobeat band? It's Blood Sport, isn't it? The Sheffield natives have been making quite a name for themselves in recent months, with their angular fusion of African rhythms and post-punk noise setting feet tapping among fans of experimental music.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Sunday, 25 August 2013

Reading Festival Returns To Summit Of Stereoboard's Hot Ticket Chart

After a week away from top spot, Reading Festival is once again at the summit of Stereoboard's Hot Ticket Chart. This weekend's smorgasbord of alternative delights was briefly toppled by Avicii last week, with demand for the DJ's Glasgow and Belfast shows this week keeping him in second spot.

Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Friday, 23 August 2013

Starry Eyed: Stereoboard's Reading And Leeds Setlist

Reading and Leeds, you beautiful things. For the lucky few the August bank holiday will ring to the sounds of alternative music's finest, with nary a thought to washed out barbecues with the in-laws.

Written by: Sam Jones | Date: Tuesday, 20 August 2013

Stand Up, Punk: Introducing Drones

It used to be that playing fast and loud carried with it certain expectations. Punk was tied up with social commentary and political awareness, a musical field for those seeking to put their own stamp on their surroundings. Drones still think that way.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Friday, 16 August 2013

Avicii Lands At The Top Of Stereoboard's Hot Ticket Chart

Dance superstar Avicii has toppled Reading Festival from the summit of Stereoboard's Hot Ticket Chart. The DJ will hit the UK for two August dates – in Glasgow and Belfast – and demand has surged as the clock ticks down. Reading has held firm in second spot though, with only a matter of weeks until the annual spectacular.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Thursday, 15 August 2013

The Stars Of A 40-Year-Old Virgin Records

In November, Virgin Records will celebrate its 40th Birthday with a series of events and gigs at Koko in Camden. Founded in 1972 by Richard Branson and his business partners, Virgin's first release followed a year later as Mike Oldfield's prog beast 'Tubular Bells' landed.

Written by: Sam Jones | Date: Wednesday, 14 August 2013

Go Green Man: Stereoboard's Best Of Beautiful Bunch

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Black Mountains, Green Man is one the most visually stunning festivals on the circuit and that, when combined with its eclectic line up of established acts and future stars, makes it a yearly highlight for many returning attendees.

Written by: Dave Ball | Date: Monday, 12 August 2013

Return To The Weird And Wonderful Boomtown Fair

The maddest town in the UK is once again welcoming visitors for what will be the maddest weekend of the year. With new districts and new attractions, tourists will be flocking in, while the regular citizens get ready for another bout of artistic wizardry, creative innovation and of course, a lot of skanking. We are of course talking about Boomtown Fair.

Written by: Adam Holden | Date: Friday, 09 August 2013

Reading Festival Tops Stereoboard's Hot Ticket Chart

Leading the way in the latest edition of Stereoboard's Hot Tickets chart is that famous old girl, Reading Festival. The event will once again wow fans of rock and indie over the course of the August bank holiday, with Green Day, Eminem and Biffy Clyro set to headline this year. Huge sets from Nine Inch Nails, System Of A Down and Foals are also set to spice up the main stage.

Written by: Stereoboard.com | Date: Thursday, 08 August 2013

Lemuria: Past And Present Collide

The '90s are so hot right now. At every turn, Madchester revivalists are battling for space with Sonic Youth-aping indie rockers. Amid the chaos, Lemuria have pieced together a jigsaw of influences from the decade's alt-rock and emo explosions, repurposing them into their own charming, off-kilter tunes.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Thursday, 08 August 2013

Beautiful Blues: Aynsley Lister And The New Breed

It may seem like a contradiction, but it's a marvellous time to have the blues. At present, the scene is awash with precocious youngsters and seasoned pros expertly dragging the howling sounds of the Delta into the 21st century. Few have contributed to the resurgence in blues music with the same quality as guitarist, singer and songwriter Aynsley Lister.

Written by: Simon Ramsay | Date: Tuesday, 06 August 2013

The Levellers: Folk, Longevity And Festivals

To most, the Levellers require no introduction. Coming straight out of Brighton, the band have been part of the UK music scene for 25 years, racking up a chart-topping album and 15 Top 40 singles since their debut, 'A Weapon Called The Word' landed in 1990.

Written by: James Ball | Date: Monday, 05 August 2013

ArcTanGent: The Countdown Begins

We’ve just caught our collective breath from 2000trees, and now the countdown begins in earnest to August’s ArcTanGent. Brought to you by members of the same festival team and taking place on the last weekend of August near Bristol, ArcTanGent focuses on the more leftfield side of the musical spectrum.

Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Friday, 02 August 2013

Pop Stars: Introducing Common Mama

Sometimes all it takes is a chance meeting. Common Mama – the new project from Italian composer Ferdinando Arnò – clicked into place thanks to a snatch of vocals overheard in a tube station.

Written by: Huw Baines | Date: Friday, 02 August 2013