Guitar Hero 5 was released in North America yesterday following unprecedented anticipation. As previously reported, dead music legends Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Cash and notably Kurt Cobain have all been modelled through motion capture as avatars for the game. Read more >>

The remaining members of Oasis are rumoured to be departing the band following the acrimonious split of Liam and Noel Gallagher over the weekend. Noel quit the group last week after an argument before the Rock en Seine festival in Paris. Gallgher then posted a blog on the Oasis website citing 'verbal and violent intimidation' for his decision to leave. Read more >>

LCD Soundsystem guru James Murphy has revealed the first enticing details of the recording sessions for LCD Soundsystem's forthcoming third album. Read more >>

DJ AM had nine painkillers in his mouth when he died, it's been reported. The DJ, whose real name is Adam Goldstein, was found dead in his New York City apartment last Friday. Read more >>

Carl Barat, formerly of Dirty Pretty Things and The Libertines, is currently demoing a solo album according to a statement released today. Read more >>

XL Recordings have dismissed reports that claimed Basement Jaxx had been dropped by the record label. Over the weekend, a number of websites claimed the group had ended their relationship with XL following the completion of a five-album deal. Read more >>

Muse are set to play a secret show in France on September 8. Details of the venue and how fans can get tickets will be announced at 8am on the morning of the show on France's Virgin Radio. Read more >>

Coldplay and Jay-Z are to play a special gig in Radio 1 DJ Jo Whiley's living room. The performance, which will air live on the radio station, forms part of the annual Live Lounge tour. Read more >>