Lovebox Festival 2010: Friday
Lovebox on Friday was all about one man returning to his manor. Yes, it was Dizzee's time to shine and the Rascal came home, not as a grime artist from the underground but as a fully fledged pop star....
View ArticlePhosphorescent Tour Bus Stolen
American indie rock outfit Phosphorescent have been left devastated after their tour bus was stolen. Not every musician is a millionaire. Contrary to popular belief, for more people attempting to make...
View ArticleRyan Adams On Laura Marling
American songwriter Ryan Adams has revealed that he is the latest big name to fall for Laura Marling. With her silky voice and dramatic material, Laura Marling has become the toast of the British...
View ArticleTom Jones To Work With The Killers
Welsh singer Tom Jones is set to record a new collaboration with Las Vegas stars The Killers. Tom Jones is full of surprises. Every decade or so the singer reinvents himself, with his latest album...
View ArticlePublic Image Limited Onstage Spat
John Lydon ranted at his group Public Image Limited during their recent Benicassim set. John Lydon is a driven performer. Woe betide hecklers who come to his shows, with the singer known for his...
View ArticleLiam Gallagher Praises Beady Eye
Liam Gallagher has claimed that his new band Beady Eye will be bigger than Oasis. Liam Gallagher has never been one to remain modest. Even before Oasis were signed he was busy telling anyone who would...
View ArticleGoldfrapp Add New British Tour Dates
Synth-pop kingpins Goldfrapp have confirmed details of their first major tour in two years. Funny how things change in pop. Way back when, Goldfrapp were going out on a limb with their sultry...
View ArticleBig Chill 2010: The Big Burn
Whether it’s the comfort of the sound of crackling wood, the opportunity to warm up our wellies or our cave-man fascination in watching the flame rise, fire remains a massive part of the festival...
View ArticleRhythm Factory Turns 10
Vital London venue Rhythm Factory is set to host a series of shows to toast its tenth anniversary. Venues are the lifeblood of the music scene. Simply put, if artists don't have a space to perform...
View ArticleTony Christie Signs To Acid Jazz
Legendary crooner Tony Christie has penned a new deal with Acid Jazz ahead of his latest studio album. Tony Christie is a graduate of the old school. The performer is a veteran of the Working Men's...
View ArticleSnoop Dogg Talks Grime
American rap superstar Snoop Dogg has spoken about his appreciation of the British grime scene. Snoop Dogg is one of the most pre-eminent figures in hip hop. For over fifteen years the rapper has led...
View ArticleMumford & Sons For Open House
London based indie-folk types Mumford & Sons have been added to the bill for Belfast's Open House event. Belfast has come a long way in a relatively short time. Just over a decade ago, Northern...
View ArticleDario Argento's 'Suspiria' Remake
Following several years of wrangling, news that old giallo peddler Dario Argento’s cult classic 1977 horror film ‘Suspiria’ has been given the go ahead for a remake has shocked and surprised many....
View ArticleTrack Of The Day 20/7 - Sky Larkin
Three! It's a magic number. In rock music, everyone from Jimi Hendrix to Johnny Foreigner have made use of the power trio, a compact yet versatile unit. Hailing from Leeds, Sky Larkin's debut album...
View ArticleKim West: On Rubber
Rubber. It’s not all sex, submission and seediness: the way we view latex is changing and Kim West is back on the scene to spearhead the new rubber revolution. According to designer Kim West, rubber...
View ArticleSingles Round Up - 19th July
This week sees the (oh I wish he hadn't bothered) return of Richard Ashcroft as RPA & The United Nations Of Sound, a further gem from Jamie Lidell's 'Compass', James Murphy breaking out the silky...
View ArticleKings Of Leon Promise New Material
Southern indie giants Kings Of Leon have claimed that they could begin airing new material shortly. With their fourth album 'Only By The Night' Kings Of Leon finally cracked the charts. The album was...
View ArticleBelle & Sebastian December Tour Dates
Scottish indie pop legends Belle And Sebastian have confirmed details of a lengthy British tour this December. With indie pop gaining respectability, Belle And Sebastian will soon have a lot to answer...
View ArticleDr Dre Working With Lil Kim
Hugely successful hip hop producer Dr Dre has been working on new material with Lil Kim. Dr Dre is one of the most significant producers in the history of hip hop. The LA based beatsmith has turned...
View ArticleRadiohead's Phil Selway Confirms London Show
Radiohead drummer turned solo performer Phil Selway has added a London show to his upcoming tour. Phil Selway must be wondering what he started. The Radiohead drummer stepped out from behind his kit...
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