Strokes Frontman Julian Casablancas To Feature On New Daft Punk Album?
After an extensive wait, legendary French house-duo Daft Punk have a new record coming out in ‘Random Access Memories’. And it appears the new LP could feature guest vocals from the likes of Julian Casablancas and Pharrell Williams. At least, that’s what ContactMusic are reporting. A new article at the site details a number of well-known musicians who are rumoured... Read More
Music News: Green Day Take Final Reading And Leeds Headline Slot
The full line-up for this year’s Reading & Leeds festivals has been revealed – and American punk rockers Green Day will take the final headline slot. The other previously announced bill-toppers are Biffy Clyro and Eminem. Notable acts also playing the August events include Chase & Status, Frank Turner, The Lumineers, Editors, Skrillex, Bastille, Imagine Dragons,... Read More
Music News: Beyonce And Kings Of Leon To Headline V Festival
The line-up for 2013′s V Festival has been revealed and, as ever, there’s a pretty wide range of music on offer. American band Kings of Leon, who headlined the festival in 2010, are the big rock headliner – while pop superstar Beyonce takes the other slot, after having her latest tour sell-out in record time. Stereophonics, who have a new album out next week,... Read More
Iggy And The Stooges – New Album ‘Ready To Die’ Out April 30th
Better 40 years late than never. The follow-up to the first record ever to bear the Iggy and the Stooges logo – legendary proto-punk masterpiece Raw Power – will finally land on April 30th, when Fat Possum Records releases all-new Iggy and the Stooges album Ready To Die. The new release sees iconic frontman Iggy Pop, guitarist James Williamson and drummer Scott... Read More
Bullet For My Valentine: “We Don’t Care About Critics, Genres Or Labels”
Heavy metal outfit Bullet For My Valentine are back this week with new album Temper Temper. And frontman Matt Tuck says the band are only interested in pleasing themselves – and hopefully their fans. “We’re not worrying about what critics think or say,” he claimed. “We’re not interested in genres or labels either. It’s about doing what... Read More
Imagine Dragons: “Coming From Vegas, You Learn To Stand Out”
They’re one of the hottest new bands in the world right now, having released a monumentally-successful debut album and had hit singles in the US and Europe. And American rockers Imagine Dragons claim they owe it all to hailing from the bright lights of Las Vegas. “Our band wouldn’t exist without Las Vegas,” says frontman Dan Reynolds. “It’s a great place for... Read More
The Strokes Announce Fifth Studio Album – ‘Comedown Machine’
Rock fans rejoice: legendary guitar band The Strokes are returning with a fifth studio album in March. The acclaimed New York five-piece, who gained worldwide fame following the release of their seminal debut Is This It? in 2001, released their previous album Angles two years ago. Last week the band unveiled a track from the album, ‘One Way Trigger’, which was subsequently... Read More
Delphic: “We Get Very Angry About The State Of Popular Music”
Innovative dance band Delphic are back with their new album this week – and the Manchester trio claim they’re determined to challenge the current dominance of bland, throwaway mainstream pop. “We get very angry about the state of popular music, and we want to bloody change it,” says Rick Boardman. “And why shouldn’t we?” The band’s... Read More
Fun Lovin’ Criminals’ Huey Morgan Wants To Honour Military Servicemen On New Tour
He’s just announced a UK tour with his new band Huey and the New Yorkers – and Fun Lovin’ Criminals frontman Huey Morgan is determined to entertain and support military servicemen as part of his latest live shenanigans. The former US Marine drew heavily on his experiences in the military for the themes and lyrics of the New Yorkers’ debut album Say It To... Read More
Yeah Yeah Yeahs: “Our New Album Is More Moody and Tripped-Out Than Ever Before”
Alternative rockers Yeah Yeah Yeahs return with their new album Mosquito in April, and lead singer Karen O has dropped some intriguing hints about what fans can expect. “This record has more moodier and tripped-out songs than you’ve ever heard from us,” she says. “You might catch some roots reggae and psychedelia influences in there.” A teaser for... Read More
