February 2012
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22 more bands added to the Download bill
Download have added a massive 22 bands to their line up this morning! Including Slipknot and Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor, who will be making his acoustic debut, Skid Row legend Sebastian Bach and the mighty Saxon!
Also announced are newcomers Rise to Remain, Cancer Bats, Dropkick Murphys and Sylosis. As well as Gun, Heaven’s Basement, James Cleaver Quintet, Kopek, The...
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Introducing.....Rent Boys!
Rent Boys. Slightly provocative name, cracking music. Hailing from Leeds they are most definitely one of the most refreshing bands I have heard in a long time. Their sound is hard to pin down, one bit garage rock, one bit trash, one bit punk, like one big accumulation of them all smashed up and attempted to be put back together again. But the labels do not matter, all that matters is the fact...
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Solo album to come from Lemmy
Motorhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister has recently revealed that he is working on a solo record. A pioneer of metal, the album is going to be full of collaborations with other big names. He told SF Weekly:
I’m three-quarters of the way though a solo album right now. I’ve got two tracks with The Damned, two tracks with [German hard-rock band] Skew Siskin, one with Joan Jett, one with...
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Motorhead urge fans not to buy new box set
Most dedicated fans of a band or group would do anything to get their hands on the latest memorabilia on offer, but Motorhead have veered away from the norm and urged their fans NOT to buy the new 15 disc box set. Why? Because it ha a recommended retail price of £375.
The limited edition The Complete Early Years, released by Universal Music, includes eight of Motorheads early albums, as...
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Special teaser from the new Slash album!
Slash has released a 30 second clip of a song from his new album with Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. The song is called You’re a Lie and is taken from Apocalyptic Love, due for release in May.
Listen to the preview below and let us know what you think!
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Introducing...Stonerider!
Once again the Americans have got it right, this time the source is Stonerider. Heading back to rock n roll roots and that vintage sound, they are a joy to listen to. Their bluesy riffs and distorted guitar tones scream out influence from the early seventies. Matt Tanner’s unique vocals are hypnotic and add to the ambience the instrumental side of the music presents. Hailing from Atlanta, the...
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What I've Been Listening To
The Dandy Warhols
The Dandys are a band that i always find incredibly underrated, made famous by that really catchy song that was once on a Vodafone advert. Well, in reality they are much more than that, stoner rock at its best. Courtney Taylor Taylors brooding deep voice with the loungey guitars and atmospheric keys are just brilliant for kicking back and chilling out to. They are releasing a...
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Chris Cornell announces small UK tour to coincide...
Chris Cornell is bringing “Songbook” to Europe by way of an acoustic tour, starting off with a few dates in the UK! This much anticipated solo acoustic “Songbook” tour highlights works from Chris Cornell’s entire catalogue, including songs written for Soundgarden, Audioslave and Temple of the Dog.
The shows are taking place after Soundgarden’s appearance at...
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Sonisphere reveal line up for this years festival!
They certainly kept us waiting but last night Sonisphere revealed a mammoth 20 acts confirmed to play this year bash at Knebworth in July.
The headliners announced were KISS, Faith No More and a world exclusive Queen with Adam Lambert on vocal duties.
KISS join the bill as a European festival exclusive, metal icons Faith No More as a UK exclusive and Queen headlining Saturday night as a...
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Band of Skulls - Sweet Sour
Band of Skulls is a name that keeps appearing more and more often, especially after their recent appearances supporting The Black Keys. After a well received debut in 2009, they have returned with Sweet Sour.
The title track opens up an album of diverse, experimental sounds. Sticking a more indie, but slightly bluesy, base, Band of Skulls musical progression is pretty evident. Their mellow...
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Sleigh Bells - Reign of Terror
After the monstrous debut that was Treats back in 2010, Sleigh Bells are back with their new album Reign of Terror, a slightly deceitful title I must say.
The album is far from terrifying actually. In reality, its actually a perfect little pop treat. Now, don’t get scared when I use the word pop, I don’t mean the same old same old that dominates the charts at the moment, I mean it is full of...
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Download to be Black Sabbath's only European...
After the recent diagnosis of Tony Iommi, Black Sabbath have had to adjust they’re original plans. In a statement released last night, the group have announced that Ozzy & friends will perform instead, featuring appearances from Geezer Butler for a Sabbath section of the set, Zakk Wylde and Slash and others.
With regards to Iommi they added:
Tony Iommi continues to make excellent...
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Slash names new album and unveils cover art
Guitar hero Slash has announced the title of his new album - Apocalyptic Love. Working under the title Slash feat Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators, the album will released on May 21 exclusively through Classic Rock magazine who are producing a special fan pack.
The cover depicts artwork from Frank Maddocks and can be seen below
The exclusive fan pack is available to pre-order...
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Live music dying a death?
The past few months have seen the closure of several live music venues in the UK, with the likes of Liverpool’s Masque Theatre, The Charlotte in Leicester, Sheffield’s Boardwalk and most recently The Talking Heads in Southampton. This is simply down to the fact that not enough people are going to gigs. Hard to believe right? But sadly true.
Obviously, we are still in Winter right now...
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All of the original Guns N' Roses to attend Hall...
According to keyboardist Dizzy Reed all 5 original members of GnR wil show for their induction to the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame in April. Reed told Billboard.com:
“I know that all the original band is going to be there. I don’t know exactly what’s going to go down. It’s one of those things I’m sure will all come together and be really cool. I’m just going to go...
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Shinedown - Leeds Academy, 13.02.2012
After 14 months away, Shinedown have returned to UK shores after spending the majority of 2011 writing their new album. Due for release in April, the quartet wanted to remind people of their presence.
First up were Liberty Lies, hailing from the West Midlands. Their heavy riffs and Shaun Richards raspy vocals are a hit with the crowd and their energy and enthusiasm is written all over their...
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Foo Fighter's clean sweep at the Grammy's
At last nights 54th Grammy’s ceremony the Foo Fighter’s managed to bag the award for every category they were nominated, which included the whole rock category. Now, no disrespect to the Foo’s, I mean Dave Grohl himself agrees, but it’s all become a bit of a joke. Grohl & co managed to take the awards for both rock performance AND hard rock/metal performance; kind of...
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Dear Superstar - Damned Religion
Damned Religion is the latest offering from Manchester band Dear Superstar and one that sees the band combine their love of classic rock with the bite of modern metal, or at least it tries to.
Kicking off the album is the title track, not a bad one to get it started. Catchy enough to grab some interest, and a solid, radio friendly track. One of the high points on the album. Moving onto...
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Rebel Girl →
Who doesn’t love a bit of angry grrrl rock of the indie persuasion? We certainly do! So we have compiled a little playlist for your listening pleasure, for all you ladies! Girl power indeed!
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Jesse Leach rejoins Killswitch Engage
After the departure of Howard Jones late last year, Killswitch Engaage have confirmed that original singer Jesse Leach has rejoined the group. In a statement posted on their Facebook, the group revealed that Leach auditioned for his former role and ‘pretty much blew everyone away.’
Leach performed on the groups self-titled debut and Alive Or Just Breathing, before being replaced by...
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Spinefarm Records presents The Next Big Thing:...
Although it’s a weekday and there’s a slight chill in the air, that doesn’t stop a sellout show from rocking the joint tonight at London’s Garage.
Spinefarm Records presents three of its best signed acts, those of which include British bands Jettblack and The Treatment, and Finnish favourites Reckless Love.
Starting the evening were Cambridge boys The Treatment, a band I...
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Metallica set up own festival
Metal giants Metallica revealed earlier today that they are set to launch their very own musical festival later this year. Named Orion Music + More the band said after playing legendary music festivals around the world, to celebrate their 30th anniversary they decided to have their own! The festival will be held at Bader Field in Atlantic City on June 23rd & 24th. Continuing the celebration of...
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Van Halen - A Different Kind Of Truth
It’s been a hectic few years for rockers Van Halen, as usual! A group that always seems to be surrounded by drama, I don’t think anyone was really surprised when the album release was pushed back or tour dates were cancelled. Nevertheless; February 2012, finally see’s the release of new Van Halen music with original frontman David Lee Roth in nearly 30 years.
First single Tattoo is the opener...
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Placebo announce two intimate warm up shows
Placebo are due to headline the Sundance film and music festival in London on April 28th. The show at the Indigo2 has completely sold out, but fans now have the chance to catch the band before then at two special warm up shows announced today.
The band will play Edinburgh Picture House on April 25th, and Liverpool Olympia on the 26th. There will be a special fan presale on Wednesday (Feb 8th)...
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