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March 15, 2011
 A remix of Kanye West’s ‘All Of The Lights’ featuring Drake and Lil’ Wayne has leaked online. The apparently unfinished version of the song was obtained by karencivil.com. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 The National, Paolo Nutini and Suede will headline this year’s Latitude festival in Suffolk, it’s been announced. Other acts on the line-up include Foals, Bright Eyes and comedian Dave Gorman. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Glasvegas have joined the line-up for this year's V Festival, it's been announced. The dual festival takes place in Chelmsford and Staffordshire from August 20-21, and will be headlined by Eminem and Arctic Monkeys. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst has revealed that their new album will include a collaboration with Lil' Wayne. The singer said the rapper had recorded vocals on a song called 'Ready To Go'. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Weezer have announced details of a one-off gig in London this summer. The band, fronted by Rivers Cuomo, will play Brixton Academy on July 6 as a warm-up for their appearance at the Sonisphere festival. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Justin Bieber has said he “took it easy” on heavyweight boxing champion David Haye during a sparring session. The two spent time in the ring on Monday (March 15) as Bieber arrived in the capital on his UK tour. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 The Darkness have confirmed that they have reunited in their original line-up following a five year break. The band of brothers Justin and Dan Hawkins, Frankie Poullain and Ed Graham will record a new album this spring, a statement said. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 The Strokes are streaming their new album 'Angles' online ahead of its release next week. Fans can listen to all ten songs on the album at thestrokes.com. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Alice Cooper, Neil Diamond and Tom Waits were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame in New York last night (March 14). The ceremony, hosted by Paul Simon, took place at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York and included guests Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, Michael Douglas and Michael J. Fox. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 The wristband Lady Gaga designed for the victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan has raised $250,000 in 48 hours. The singer made the announcement on her Twitter page, telling her followers that it was still “important we help”. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 TV On The Radio's bassist Gerard Smith has been diagnosed with lung cancer, it has been confirmed. The band, who are due to release their new album 'Nine Types Of Light' on April 12, confirmed the news about Smith in a statement on their website. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Beastie Boys have announced that their new album 'Hot Sauce Committee Part Two' will be released later this spring. The band's much-anticipated eight studio album was produced by Beastie Boys and mixed by Philippe Zdar, and is out on May 2. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Bon Jovi frontman Jon Bon Jovi has accused Apple's Steve Jobs of “killing the music business”. In an interview with The Sunday Times magazine, Bon Jovisaid download platforms like iTunes meant children were no longer allowed to enjoy the “magical” experience of buying albums. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 50 Cent has posted a series of messages on Twitter poking fun at the Japanese earthquake and tsunami. The rapper has been criticised by fans over the comments, but defended his tweets, saying he writes them for “shock value”. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Eels have been confirmed to play at this year's Glastonbury, T In The Park and Oxygen festivals. The band, who released two albums last year 'End Times' and 'Tomorrow Morning', will headline all three festivals. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Kanye West has invited Kate Moss to perform with him at the South By Southwest festival (SXSW) in Texas later this week. The rapper was apparently impressed by the super model after they met at Paris Fashion Week earlier this month. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Battles and Spiritualized will play at this year's Standon Calling, it's been announced. The event, which takes place in Hertfordshire on August 12-14, will also feature performances from Trophy Wife, Errors and Saul Williams. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Razorlight are set to play a huge headline gig in London this summer. The band announced details about the show – but stopped short of confirming any further information – in a video message. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Funeral For A Friend have been added to the line-up for this year's Download festival in Donington. The band will now join the recently reformed The Darkness and Plain White T's. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Dananananaykroyd have unveiled the tracklisting for their new album. The album, entitled 'There Is A Way', will be released on June 13 on the band's own record label Pizza College. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Liam Gallagher got a new set of teeth before Beady Eye made their live debut earlier this month, according to reports. The former Oasis singer was apparently ordered by management to undergo the £7,000 surgery, which included new white fillings and veneers. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Mona and The Walkmen have been added to the support line-up for Kings Of Leon's UK gigs this summer. The band are due to play some of their biggest ever UK dates, including two outdoor concerts in London's Hyde Park. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Manic Street Preachers bassist Nicky Wire is set to release a book of polaroid photographs that catalogue the band's career. The book, entitled Death Of The Polaroid: A Manics Family Album, will be published by Faber in November. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Bob Dylan will play his first ever show in Vietnam next month, it has been announced. The singer, whose songs such as 'Blowin' in the Wind' and 'The Times They Are a-Changin' became important with the anti-Vietnam war movement of the 1960s, will appear in Ho Chi Minh City on April 10. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke has collaborated on a new single with Burial and Four Tet. The track, entitled 'Ego', is available on vinyl-only and comes backed with the song, 'Mirror'. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx has launched an attack on Facebook after the site removed some controversial photos from his profile. The bassist, who is about to release his new photography book 'This Is Gonna Hurt: Music, Photography and Life Through the Distorted Lens of Nikki Sixx', posted pictures on the social network site. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Katy Perry is donating proceeds from merchandise sold on her world tour to help the victims of the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The singer, who has already been vocal in offering support for the devastated country, outlined her plans on Twitter. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 Ryan Adams has announced details of a solo acoustic UK tour, due to take place this summer. The singer will play five dates, starting at London's Baribican on June 20. Read more >> |
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March 15, 2011
 The Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins has said he is “gobsmacked and overwhelmed” by the response to the band's reunion. The group announced this morning (March 14) that they had reformed in their original line-up to record a new album. Read more >> |
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A remix of Kanye West’s ‘All Of The Lights’ featuring Drake and Lil’ Wayne has leaked online. The apparently unfinished version of the song was obtained by karencivil.com. 
The National, Paolo Nutini and Suede will headline this year’s Latitude festival in Suffolk, it’s been announced. Other acts on the line-up include Foals, Bright Eyes and comedian Dave Gorman. 
Glasvegas have joined the line-up for this year's V Festival, it's been announced. The dual festival takes place in Chelmsford and Staffordshire from August 20-21, and will be headlined by Eminem and Arctic Monkeys. 
Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst has revealed that their new album will include a collaboration with Lil' Wayne. The singer said the rapper had recorded vocals on a song called 'Ready To Go'. 
Weezer have announced details of a one-off gig in London this summer. The band, fronted by Rivers Cuomo, will play Brixton Academy on July 6 as a warm-up for their appearance at the Sonisphere festival. 
Justin Bieber has said he “took it easy” on heavyweight boxing champion David Haye during a sparring session. The two spent time in the ring on Monday (March 15) as Bieber arrived in the capital on his UK tour. 
The Darkness have confirmed that they have reunited in their original line-up following a five year break. The band of brothers Justin and Dan Hawkins, Frankie Poullain and Ed Graham will record a new album this spring, a statement said. 
The Strokes are streaming their new album 'Angles' online ahead of its release next week. Fans can listen to all ten songs on the album at thestrokes.com. 
Alice Cooper, Neil Diamond and Tom Waits were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame in New York last night (March 14). The ceremony, hosted by Paul Simon, took place at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York and included guests Bruce Springsteen, John Legend, Michael Douglas and Michael J. Fox. 
The wristband Lady Gaga designed for the victims of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan has raised $250,000 in 48 hours. The singer made the announcement on her Twitter page, telling her followers that it was still “important we help”. 
TV On The Radio's bassist Gerard Smith has been diagnosed with lung cancer, it has been confirmed. The band, who are due to release their new album 'Nine Types Of Light' on April 12, confirmed the news about Smith in a statement on their website. 
Beastie Boys have announced that their new album 'Hot Sauce Committee Part Two' will be released later this spring. The band's much-anticipated eight studio album was produced by Beastie Boys and mixed by Philippe Zdar, and is out on May 2. 
Bon Jovi frontman Jon Bon Jovi has accused Apple's Steve Jobs of “killing the music business”. In an interview with The Sunday Times magazine, Bon Jovisaid download platforms like iTunes meant children were no longer allowed to enjoy the “magical” experience of buying albums. 
50 Cent has posted a series of messages on Twitter poking fun at the Japanese earthquake and tsunami. The rapper has been criticised by fans over the comments, but defended his tweets, saying he writes them for “shock value”. 
Eels have been confirmed to play at this year's Glastonbury, T In The Park and Oxygen festivals. The band, who released two albums last year 'End Times' and 'Tomorrow Morning', will headline all three festivals. 
Kanye West has invited Kate Moss to perform with him at the South By Southwest festival (SXSW) in Texas later this week. The rapper was apparently impressed by the super model after they met at Paris Fashion Week earlier this month. 
Battles and Spiritualized will play at this year's Standon Calling, it's been announced. The event, which takes place in Hertfordshire on August 12-14, will also feature performances from Trophy Wife, Errors and Saul Williams. 
Razorlight are set to play a huge headline gig in London this summer. The band announced details about the show – but stopped short of confirming any further information – in a video message. 
Funeral For A Friend have been added to the line-up for this year's Download festival in Donington. The band will now join the recently reformed The Darkness and Plain White T's. 
Dananananaykroyd have unveiled the tracklisting for their new album. The album, entitled 'There Is A Way', will be released on June 13 on the band's own record label Pizza College. 
Liam Gallagher got a new set of teeth before Beady Eye made their live debut earlier this month, according to reports. The former Oasis singer was apparently ordered by management to undergo the £7,000 surgery, which included new white fillings and veneers. 
Mona and The Walkmen have been added to the support line-up for Kings Of Leon's UK gigs this summer. The band are due to play some of their biggest ever UK dates, including two outdoor concerts in London's Hyde Park. 
Manic Street Preachers bassist Nicky Wire is set to release a book of polaroid photographs that catalogue the band's career. The book, entitled Death Of The Polaroid: A Manics Family Album, will be published by Faber in November. 
Bob Dylan will play his first ever show in Vietnam next month, it has been announced. The singer, whose songs such as 'Blowin' in the Wind' and 'The Times They Are a-Changin' became important with the anti-Vietnam war movement of the 1960s, will appear in Ho Chi Minh City on April 10. 
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke has collaborated on a new single with Burial and Four Tet. The track, entitled 'Ego', is available on vinyl-only and comes backed with the song, 'Mirror'. 
Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx has launched an attack on Facebook after the site removed some controversial photos from his profile. The bassist, who is about to release his new photography book 'This Is Gonna Hurt: Music, Photography and Life Through the Distorted Lens of Nikki Sixx', posted pictures on the social network site. 
Katy Perry is donating proceeds from merchandise sold on her world tour to help the victims of the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The singer, who has already been vocal in offering support for the devastated country, outlined her plans on Twitter. 
Ryan Adams has announced details of a solo acoustic UK tour, due to take place this summer. The singer will play five dates, starting at London's Baribican on June 20. 
The Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins has said he is “gobsmacked and overwhelmed” by the response to the band's reunion. The group announced this morning (March 14) that they had reformed in their original line-up to record a new album.