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July 29, 2008
 Sex Pistols frontman John Lydon has adamantly denied recent reports that have claimed he is racist. In an appearance on BBC television, Lydon accused the press of running wild “with absolutely atrocious, really, really hurtful stories.” Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Foo Fighters recent performances at Wembley Stadium, which saw them collaborate with two members of Led Zeppelin, will be released on DVD next month. Foo Fighters: Live At Wembley Stadium features eighteen tracks from the bands two performances on June 6th and 7th. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Sam Sparro has confirmed that he is to start writing songs for the Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan. Speaking to the Mirror newspaper, Sparro revealed that he has been invited to travel to America by Sam Ronson, the brother of Mark, who is said to be dating Lohan. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Cream bassist Jack Bruce has sparked rumours that the band may reunite this autumn for a special one off show in London. In an interview with Billboard, Bruce said that he and Eric Clapton are expected to attend the Zildjian Awards at the Royal Festival Hall in October to see drummer Ginger Baker receive his Drummer Achievement honour. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Amy Winehouse has returned home following an overnight stay at University College Hospital in London. A spokeswoman for the hospital said Winehouse was in “good spirits” and had a “comfortable night". Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 AC/DC will embark on an 18-month world tour later this year, it's been confirmed. The band's agent, Rob Light, made the announcement at Intl. Assn. of Assembly Managers' conference and trade show yesterday (July 28th). Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Zutons frontman Dave McCabe says the way the original version of 'Valerie', which the band still sing live, is better than Amy Winehouse's cover of the song. The song has enjoyed renewed success over the last 12-months since Winehouse added her rendition of the song, which she produced with Mark Ronson, to her live set. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 George Michael's scheduled flight to Boston airport was delayed last weekend because planes carrying Bruce Springsteen and Sting were given priority, it's been claimed. Michael apparently had to wait at Teterboro Airport in New Jersey for an hour while the other musicians departed. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Bob Dylan will release 'Tell Tale Signs', the latest album from his Bootleg Series, on October 8th, it's been announced. 'Tell Tale Signs' features 27-tracks which comprise of previously unreleased recordings and alternate versions of songs from Dylan's back-catalogue, including 'Oh Mercy'. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 US rapper Ludacris has unveiled a new song in which he endorses the democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. The track, entitled 'Politics (Obama Is Here)', sees the rapper urge people to get out and vote to “make the White House black.” Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Duffy says she thinks positives will eventually emerge if people continue to download music illegally from the internet. In an interview with Shortlist, thw Welsh singer said she wasn't against the issue and that is was helping to make “music a part of everyone's lives.” Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 MGMT’s free performance at McCarren Park Pool on Sunday (July 29) saw hundreds of fans turned away at the door due to hitting full capacity early on. Waiting in the rain, eager fans began queuing in line before doors opened at approximately 1 PM to make sure they secured a place inside. Midway through the day, the gates were shut down seeing fans hopping fences and sneaking under gates to gain access. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 The Killers as yet-untitled third album will be released this November, according to sources at their record label, Island. The band are understood to be putting the finishing touches to the record, the follow-up to 2006's 'Sam's Town', in their Las Vegas studio at the moment. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Amy Winehouse must await the results of a toxicology report before it becomes clear why she suffered a reaction to medication, her father has revealed. Mitch Winehouse said doctors are still not clear why his daughter fell ill at her home in London last night (July 28th). Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 Jarvis Cocker announced last Monday night (July 21) on stage that he feels the American media is unfair to presidential candidate Barack Obama. “They’re really taking the piss out of Barack Obama (on the news) and its really not fair”, the singer stated on stage during his performance in Brooklyn at the Music Hall Of Williamsburg. Read more >> |
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July 29, 2008
 George Michael has no intention of reuniting with his former Wham! bandmate Andrew Ridgely onstage in London next month, according to his spokesperson. It had been claimed that Ridgely would join Michael at one of his two Earls Court shows, which will mark the end of his touring career. Read more >> |
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Sex Pistols frontman John Lydon has adamantly denied recent reports that have claimed he is racist. In an appearance on BBC television, Lydon accused the press of running wild “with absolutely atrocious, really, really hurtful stories.” 
Foo Fighters recent performances at Wembley Stadium, which saw them collaborate with two members of Led Zeppelin, will be released on DVD next month. Foo Fighters: Live At Wembley Stadium features eighteen tracks from the bands two performances on June 6th and 7th. 
Sam Sparro has confirmed that he is to start writing songs for the Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan. Speaking to the Mirror newspaper, Sparro revealed that he has been invited to travel to America by Sam Ronson, the brother of Mark, who is said to be dating Lohan. 
Cream bassist Jack Bruce has sparked rumours that the band may reunite this autumn for a special one off show in London. In an interview with Billboard, Bruce said that he and Eric Clapton are expected to attend the Zildjian Awards at the Royal Festival Hall in October to see drummer Ginger Baker receive his Drummer Achievement honour. 
Amy Winehouse has returned home following an overnight stay at University College Hospital in London. A spokeswoman for the hospital said Winehouse was in “good spirits” and had a “comfortable night". 
AC/DC will embark on an 18-month world tour later this year, it's been confirmed. The band's agent, Rob Light, made the announcement at Intl. Assn. of Assembly Managers' conference and trade show yesterday (July 28th). 
Zutons frontman Dave McCabe says the way the original version of 'Valerie', which the band still sing live, is better than Amy Winehouse's cover of the song. The song has enjoyed renewed success over the last 12-months since Winehouse added her rendition of the song, which she produced with Mark Ronson, to her live set. 
George Michael's scheduled flight to Boston airport was delayed last weekend because planes carrying Bruce Springsteen and Sting were given priority, it's been claimed. Michael apparently had to wait at Teterboro Airport in New Jersey for an hour while the other musicians departed. 
Bob Dylan will release 'Tell Tale Signs', the latest album from his Bootleg Series, on October 8th, it's been announced. 'Tell Tale Signs' features 27-tracks which comprise of previously unreleased recordings and alternate versions of songs from Dylan's back-catalogue, including 'Oh Mercy'. 
US rapper Ludacris has unveiled a new song in which he endorses the democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama. The track, entitled 'Politics (Obama Is Here)', sees the rapper urge people to get out and vote to “make the White House black.” 
Duffy says she thinks positives will eventually emerge if people continue to download music illegally from the internet. In an interview with Shortlist, thw Welsh singer said she wasn't against the issue and that is was helping to make “music a part of everyone's lives.” 
MGMT’s free performance at McCarren Park Pool on Sunday (July 29) saw hundreds of fans turned away at the door due to hitting full capacity early on. Waiting in the rain, eager fans began queuing in line before doors opened at approximately 1 PM to make sure they secured a place inside. Midway through the day, the gates were shut down seeing fans hopping fences and sneaking under gates to gain access. 
The Killers as yet-untitled third album will be released this November, according to sources at their record label, Island. The band are understood to be putting the finishing touches to the record, the follow-up to 2006's 'Sam's Town', in their Las Vegas studio at the moment. 
Amy Winehouse must await the results of a toxicology report before it becomes clear why she suffered a reaction to medication, her father has revealed. Mitch Winehouse said doctors are still not clear why his daughter fell ill at her home in London last night (July 28th). 
Jarvis Cocker announced last Monday night (July 21) on stage that he feels the American media is unfair to presidential candidate Barack Obama. “They’re really taking the piss out of Barack Obama (on the news) and its really not fair”, the singer stated on stage during his performance in Brooklyn at the Music Hall Of Williamsburg. 
George Michael has no intention of reuniting with his former Wham! bandmate Andrew Ridgely onstage in London next month, according to his spokesperson. It had been claimed that Ridgely would join Michael at one of his two Earls Court shows, which will mark the end of his touring career.