Bradford Cox vs Sony
Deerhunter songwriter Bradford Cox has forced Sony to back down over a download issue. Between his work with Deerhunter and Atlas Sound songwriter Bradford Cox has become an underground icon. Capable...
View ArticlePhosphorescent Live
Part-Americana, part-country-rock, part-alt-folk (all good), Phosphorescent come with a stirring reputation. The noises prior to tonight’s show have them down as a kind of 6-piece version of Bonnie...
View ArticleKitsune Maison 10 - The Fireworks Issue
In London, you’re never more than one metre from a rat. When listening to Kitsune compilations, you’re never more than four songs from a hit. It’s two CDs, but start with the second. It’s far more...
View ArticleDrum Phil - Phil Selway Interview
Some men buy a Ferrari, others strike up an illicit affair. But in response to an impending midlife crisis, Radiohead drummer Philip Selway found solace in the humble stringed instrument… The Oxford...
View ArticleTrack Of The Day 1/12 - Tanlines
The growth of the internet means that music in Hong Kong can be downloaded in Berlin and played on the dancefloors of London. However geographical barriers still remain. An American duo, Tanlines have...
View ArticleThe Belle & Sebastian Diaries
Belle & Sebastian songwriter Stuart Murdoch has written a new book covering his online diaries. Belle & Sebastian have always been a deeply personal project for Stuart Murdoch. Beginning as a...
View ArticleRadio Magnetic's Winter Rave
Radio Magnetic, the UK's longest running internet radio station, have announced details of their Winter Rave and a unique way of paying for a ticket. Taking place in Glasgow's SWG3 venue on Saturday...
View ArticleNike's Destroy To Create Film
Nike have unveiled the full 'Destroy To Create' film, recorded at their event on the 13th November that saw various creative disciplines demonstrate the destroy to create ethos. From Female Boxers,...
View ArticleThe Strokes Scrap New Songs
The Strokes have revealed that they scrapped several new tracks when working on their forthcoming album. In terms of keeping fans waiting, The Strokes aren't quite in the same league as Guns N Roses....
View ArticleManics For Strictly Come Dancing
Manic Street Preachers are set to perform on this Sunday's (December 5th) edition of 'Strictly Come Dancing'. Manic Street Preachers are fond of subversive, at times surreal television appearances....
View ArticleStream: PJ Harvey - Written On The Forehead
PJ Harvey is allowing fans to stream her forthcoming new single 'Written On The Forehead'. One of Britain's most revered songwriter, PJ Harvey took time off recently to construct new material....
View ArticleBright Eyes To Return
Bright Eyes are to return next year with a new album and a number of British shows. Led by Conor Oberst, Bright Eyes are one of the most acclaimed acts of their generation. Releasing a string of...
View ArticleThe Cure For Bestival 2011
The organisers of Bestival have confirmed a headline performance from The Cure - the band's only European show of 2011. The festival season is becoming increasingly bland, with over sponsored events...
View ArticleCarl Barat For Babyshambles?
Pete Doherty has revealed that he could invite Carl Barat to work on the new Babyshambles album. A pivotal songwriting partnership, Carl Barat and Pete Doherty's relationship ended in acrimony and a...
View ArticleJames Yorkston Confirms Christmas Show
James Yorkston has added a special one off Christmas show at London's Luminaire. Hailing from Fife, the countryside of Scotland runs through James Yorkston's work. The imagery of rural Caledonia...
View ArticleCaribou Live
Something of a coup for multiple promoters Synergy, Eat Your Own Ears and Optimo, this event put together two of Birian’s best DJs and two of the finest electronic musicians in the world into an epic...
View ArticleAdam Buxton On Radiohead
Comedian Adam Buxton has given some revealing insights of life in "intense" Oxford band Radiohead. An award winning comedian, Adam Buxton currently hosts a side splitting 6Music show with his partner...
View ArticleStream: New Hercules & Love Affair
Hercules & Love Affair has previewed the first track to be taken from their new album. Taking their cue from New York's disco and house heritage, Hercules & Love Affair released their inspired...
View ArticleYuck Unveil Debut Album
British newcomers Yuck have confirmed details of their forthcoming debut album. Emerging over the past year, Yuck have released a steady stream of material. The London based group have cultivated a...
View ArticleMad Professor Interview
“Every object has a shadow.” This is Mad Professor’s explanation of dub – the oblique polymer helix of a track, the song’s manipulated skein that through reduction lulls you into trances using sounds...
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