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To The End: Was Olympic Concert Blur's Final Gig?
As the last few notes of an emotional 'The Universal' faded into the night air, what was going through the minds of Blur ? The group played a storming set at Hyde Park in London...
By WENN on 13 August 2012
Razorlight Thrilled With Fourth Album
Razorlight are thrilled with their forthcoming fourth album.The 'Golden Touch' hitmakers have almost completed work on the record and frontman Johnny Borrell says the process has made him fall ''in love with making music'' again.He...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 August 2012
Muse Will Play Olympics Anthem At Closing Ceremony
Rockers Muse have confirmed they will be performing live at the star-studded Olympics finale in London on Sunday (12Aug12).The trio will perform new tune Survival, which was composed specifically for the London 2012 Games. Drummer...
By WENN on 09 August 2012
Blur Argue Over Set List
Blur have been arguing over the set list ahead of their Hyde Park show.The reformed group perform at the outdoor London venue on Sunday (12.08.12) as part of an Olympic closing ceremony concert - their...
By Bang Showbiz on 08 August 2012
Paul Weller's Praise For Bradley Wiggins
Paul Weller praised Gold medal-winning cyclist Bradley Wiggins at a London gig last night (01.08.12).The rocker performed an intimate show at London's 100 Club as part of the Converse Represent series of concerts and told...
By Bang Showbiz on 02 August 2012
Animal Collective Launches Single On New Radio Show
Animal Collective release the first single 'Today's Supernatural' from their forthcoming tenth studio album debuting last night live on the radio.The Baltimore psychedelia 4-piece will release the track tomorrow (July 31st 2012) ahead of the...
By Lew Irwin on 30 July 2012
Arctic Monkeys Beatles Cover Soars Up Itunes Singles Chart
Arctic Monkeys' cover of 'Come Together' by The Beatles is quickly climbing up the UK singles chart, according to Nme.com today (July 30, 2012). The band played the track as part of the Olympics opening...
By Lew Irwin on 30 July 2012
Skrillex Inspires New Muse Song
Rockers Muse have hailed Skrillex as their new inspiration, citing the DJ as the influence behind one of their latest tracks.The Hysteria hitmakers were so impressed by the 24-year-old dubstep star after watching him live...
By WENN on 30 July 2012
Frank Turner Hits Out At Olympics Critics
Singer Frank Turner has hit back at critics who claim he sold out by performing at the Olympics opening ceremony.The songwriter performed at the Olympic stadium in London's Stratford on Friday (27Jul12) before the official...
By WENN on 29 July 2012
Mumford & Sons Lose Innocence
Mumford & Sons' new album shows they have lost their ''innocence''.The folk-rock group will release 'Babel' in September - the follow-up to the huge album 'Sigh No More' - and think the record is an...
By Bang Showbiz on 29 July 2012
Green Day Have No Idea Of Their Future
Green Day ''don't have a f**king clue'' what the future holds.The group are preparing to release three albums, '¡Uno!', '¡Dos!' and '¡Tre!' and they think the move could either be the ''greatest'' or ''dumbest'' thing...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 July 2012
The Killers Inspired By Elton
The Killers' new album is inspired by Sir Elton John's hits.The group's frontman Brandon Flowers recently met the 'Crocodile Rock' star's songwriting partner Bernie Taupin and took some tips from him on creating ''epic'' tracks.Speaking...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 July 2012
Chris Wolstenholme Records Tracks About Alcoholism
Rockers Muse took inspiration from bassist Chris Wolstenholme's alcoholism battle for two tracks on their new album.Wolstenholme came clean about his drink demons in 2010, revealing he decided to sober up after turning 30 and...
By WENN on 26 July 2012
Chris Wolstenholme Feared Death From Drinking
Muse's Chris Wolstenholme feared he would die if he didn't quit drinking.The 33-year-old bassist has been sober for some time because, after undergoing cognitive behavioural therapy, he realised his alcohol consumption was getting out of...
By Bang Showbiz on 26 July 2012
Lady Gaga Lends Support To Kristen Stewart And Robert Pattinson
Lady Gaga has shown her support for Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson and called for the press to leave the couple alone, whilst they work through their relationship problems. Mother Monster was so moved by...
By WENN on 26 July 2012
Matt Bellamy Samples Baby's Heartbeat For Album
Matt Bellamy sampled his baby's heartbeat for his new album.The Muse frontman's fiancee Kate Hudson gave birth to their son Bingham in July 2011 and the rocker decided to record the tot's heart rhythm for...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 July 2012
Green Day's Amy Winehouse Tribute A Warning
Green Day's Amy Winehouse tribute is a reminder of ''the consequences of the party.''The second of the group's forthcoming three albums, '¡Dos!', ends with a song called 'Amy' - written for the late singer following...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 July 2012
Paul Mccartney Planning New Album
Sir Paul McCartney is recording a new album before the end of the year.The 'Yesterday' hitmaker has a number of songs ready, and is hoping to get into the studio after his appearance at the...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 July 2012
Muse's New Album Is Inspired By Skrillex
Muse are challenging electronic musicians on 'The 2nd Law'.The 'Supermassive Black Hole' rockers claim sixth studio album is their most far-out to date, with first single 'Unsustainable' written after seeing a show by dubstep star...
By Bang Showbiz on 25 July 2012
Amy Winehouse Foundation To Help Launch Kids' Hospice
Bosses at The Amy Winehouse Foundation have announced plans to open a children's hospice in the tragic star's hometown.The charity will help staff at the Noah's Ark Children's Hospice build a medical centre in north...
By WENN on 24 July 2012
Bbc Introducing Stage Line-up Announced
Festival Republic have confirmed their line-up for the Bbc Introducing Stage at the LEEDS & Reading Festival this August.It's an army of diverse upcoming talent from acts such as heavy rockers Hawk Eyes, LA alternative...
By Lew Irwin on 23 July 2012
'Old Bluesman' Nas
Nas wanted to create an ''old bluesman vibe'' on his new album. The 'Cherry Wine' rapper poses with the wedding dress of his ex-wife, Kelis - who divorced him in 2009 - draped over his...
By Bang Showbiz on 19 July 2012
Amy Winehouse's Charity Funds New Orleans Music Lessons
Amy Winehouse is helping to set up music classes for disadvantaged children in New Orleans from beyond the grave.The Back to Black hitmaker, who died a year ago on Monday (23Jul12), was heartbroken by the...
By WENN on 18 July 2012
Stars Pay Tribute To Jon Lord, Deep Purple's Pioneering Organist
Jon Lord has passed away at the age of 71, prompting a number of high profile rock musicians to pay tribute to the man who helped to make Deep Purple one of the most successful...
By Lew Irwin on 16 July 2012
Nas' Tenth Album 'Illmatic' Shows A Pleasing, Mature Edge
The anticipation has been high for the return of Nas, the 38 year-old breaking out as one of the finest MCs in the game during hip-hops golden age of the early 90s with his 1994...
By WENN on 16 July 2012
Bat For Lashes Star Natasha Khan Apologises For Benicassim Axe
Bat For Lashes star Natasha Khan has blamed a "nightmare" bus journey for the cancellation of her slot at Spain's Benicassim festival on Thursday (12Jul12).The singer was scheduled to play the event's Trident Senses Stage...
By WENN on 16 July 2012
Tom Meighan Always Drinks Before Shows
Tom Meighan can't perform a concert sober.The Kasabian frontman thinks he will eventually quit alcohol, but at the moment can't imagine going on stage without having had a few of his favorite alcoholic beverages.He said:...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 July 2012
Tom Meighan Always Drinks Before Shows
Tom Meighan can't perform a concert sober.The Kasabian frontman thinks he will eventually quit alcohol, but at the moment can't imagine going on stage without having had a few of his favourite alcoholic beverages.He said:...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 July 2012
Elijah Wood Likes Gollum Best
Elijah Wood's favorite 'Lord of the Rings' character is Gollum.The 31-year-old actor portrayed Frodo Baggins in the movie series and though he was always a fan of the J. R. R. Tolkein novels the films...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 July 2012
Elijah Wood Likes Gollum Best
Elijah Wood's favourite 'Lord of the Rings' character is Gollum.The 31-year-old actor portrayed Frodo Baggins in the movie series and though he was always a fan of the J. R. R. Tolkein novels the films...
By Bang Showbiz on 14 July 2012
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