Excepter - Presidence

by Alex Yau 9. February 2010 00:50

What is the last record you listened to where you did not know what the hell was going on? One where so many strange sounds were presented upon you where you knew their source but at the same time, they all sounded so distant and far. One that sounded threatening in places but yet, so gentle and c... [More]

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Here Comes Bertie Blackman!!!

by Eddie Sharkey 8. February 2010 15:52

Welcome to the world of Bertie Blackman: A 25 year old rising star born to royalty of the art world.Described as ‘The Australian Florence’ (Timeout) and ‘Breathtaking’ (The Fly) Bertie Blackman is set to take the UK under her wing with the release of new single ‘Black... [More]

Tags: bertie blackman, birds of prey, tour dates

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Bloodstock Open Air 2010

by Nina Saeidi 8. February 2010 15:42

If you were by any chance to be strolling through the Derbyshire countryside the weekend of Friday 13th of August 2010, you might just happen to hear 150 decibels of rather heavy metal disgruntling the wildlife. Bloodstock Open Air, is one of the Uk's most loved metal festivals, held in high regard... [More]

Tags: festivals, bloodstock, metal, rock, bargain, fear factory, children of bodom, heaven and hell, dio

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The Sound of the Underground!: The Sunshine Underground, Manchester Ritz, 05/02/2010

by Adam Gee 8. February 2010 15:39

On a bitterly cold February night I find myself at one of Manchester's oldest and most iconic music venues waiting with great anticipation to see one of the most promising British acts of last century and judging from the crowd here tonight, a near sell-out, it would seem I am not the only person to... [More]

Tags: the sunshine underground, manchester, the ritz, the music, the kaiser cheifs, the pigeon detectives, leeds, oasis, the jam

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Katie Melua Announces Forest Gig

by Eddie Sharkey 8. February 2010 14:45

Katie Melua has announced an East Anglian date for the summer as part of Forestry Commission Live Music.With nearly 10 million combined sales generated from her first 3 albums, ‘Call Off The Search’, ‘Piece By Piece’ and ‘Pictures’ Katie was, without doubt, one ... [More]

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Dreadzone new Album and Tour

by Eddie Sharkey 8. February 2010 13:17

April 26th 2010 sees the release of the much anticipated Dreadzone album EYE ON THE HORIZON. Reflecting the bands illustrious past and innovative releases, EYE ON THE HORIZON firmly picks up where the bands popular top 20 chart hit LITTLE BRITAIN left off. It reinvents the band with ten tracks tha... [More]

Tags: dreadzone, new album, eye on the horizon, new tour

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Gaslight Anthem Back In June

by Jack Gaughan 8. February 2010 13:02

The Gaslight Anthem will be back with a new album in June, almost two years after their barnstorming release in August 2008 - "The '59 Sound". From New Jersey in the US, the fourpiece have only just finished touring the critically acclaimed album, but are heading back out on the road to show ... [More]

Tags: gaslight anthem, indie, album, 2010, june

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High Voltage Announce More Acts!

by Eddie Sharkey 8. February 2010 11:28

High Voltage is the must-see rock event of 2010 – a two-day festival featuring the very best in classic rock, progressive rock and metal. Custom built by rock fans, for rock fans. Topping the bill are the legendary Emerson, Lake & Palmer and ZZ Top. The latest additions add to ... [More]

Tags: high voltage festival, zz top, emerson, black label society, down, clutch, the answer

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Ocean Colour Scene come back round again

by Leeroy 8. February 2010 10:25

Over the last couple of weeks I've seen some quite rude articles about Birmingham's Ocean Colour Scene. With the release of their 9th studio album, Saturday's, lots of reviews along the lines of "haven't they given up yet", and "they'll never be Oasis" must have made tired reading for a band that ha... [More]

Tags: ocean colour scene, britpop

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