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THE INDEPENDENT

  • First knight of British jazz, Johnny Dankworth, dies

    First knight of British jazz, Johnny Dankworth, dies

    Johnny Dankworth, who has died aged 82, was one of the few British musicians who not only were world-class but were recognised as such, taking to the stage on clarinet or sax with the proverbial Who's Who of jazz, from Chick Corea and Herbie Hancock to Gerry Mulligan, Oscar Peterson and Ella Fitzgerald.

  • Corruption, intrigue... and that's before the Wagner's even begun

    Corruption, intrigue... and that's before the Wagner's even begun

    A scandal of Wagnerian proportions has engulfed Salzburg's music festival, just weeks before Sir Simon Rattle conducts the German composer's opera Götterdämmerung, a tale of corruption and downfall that now seems particularly apt.

  • Most blogged artists: Yeasayer, Hot Chip, Midlake

    Most blogged artists: Yeasayer, Hot Chip, Midlake

    On February 8, the blogs are buzzing about Brooklyn experimental rock band Yeasayer, according to The Hype Machine. Canadian electronic musician Caribou and San Diego post-rock project The Album Leaf round out the top three.

  • Weekly US music releases: the return of Sade, Massive Attack and Gil Scott-Heron

    Weekly US music releases: the return of Sade, Massive Attack and Gil Scott-Heron

    Three respected artists return with much-anticipated studio albums on February 9: Sade after a 10-year hiatus, Gil Scott-Heron after 15 years and Massive Attack after seven years.

  • Jazz legend Johnny Dankworth dies

    Jazz legend Johnny Dankworth dies

    Tributes were paid today to British jazz legend Sir John Dankworth after he died aged 82.

  • Injured Leonard Cohen delays tour by six months

    Injured Leonard Cohen delays tour by six months

    Canadian singer and poet Leonard Cohen will delay his European tour by six months after the 75-year-old injured his back while exercising, his promoters said Saturday.

  • British jazz star Dankworth dead at 82

    British jazz star Dankworth dead at 82

    British jazz star John Dankworth, who worked with legends like Ella Fitzgerald and was married to singer Cleo Laine, has died at the age of 82, the BBC reported Sunday, quoting his agent.

  • Cohen delays Europe tour after back injury

    Cohen delays Europe tour after back injury

    Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen has postponed an upcoming European tour by six months after hurting his lower back while exercising.

  • Sade soldiers into the 21st century

    Sade soldiers into the 21st century

    Longevity is rare in an industry of ready-made stars and one-hit-wonders, but Sade of "Smooth Operator" fame is back after a decade away with a new album out February 9.

  • The Friday Playlist

    The Friday Playlist

    This week's Spotify is compiled by The Hush Now

  • Glastonbury vote on the fate of flags

    Glastonbury vote on the fate of flags

    Glastonbury Festival is consulting fans about whether they want flags banned from crowds at the main stage.

  • Men at Work plagiarised 'Down Under' riff

    Men at Work plagiarised 'Down Under' riff

    "Down Under", the 1980s smash hit about a land where "beer does flow and men chunder [vomit]", has earned millions of dollars for Men at Work and their record labels.

  • Weekly music agenda: Bonnaroo lineup, Sade's 'Soldier of Love'

    Weekly music agenda: Bonnaroo lineup, Sade's 'Soldier of Love'

    Soldier of Love, Sade's first album since 2000, is due out February 8. Also: The Bonnaroo Festival lineup will "reveal itself to you" February 9, the same day that general tickets for the 2010 festival go on sale.

  • Most blogged artists: Yeasayer, Beach House, Album Leaf

    Most blogged artists: Yeasayer, Beach House, Album Leaf

    On February 5, Brooklyn experimental rock band Yeasayer continues to be the most blogged musical act of the moment, according to The Hype Machine. In second and third are French alternative rock band Phoenix and Baltimore dream pop duo Beach House, which recently recorded new versions of songs from its new album Teen Dream.

  • More musicians jump to Haiti’s aid with new projects

    More musicians jump to Haiti’s aid with new projects

    Since the ‘Hope For Haiti Now' telethon, January 22, and its subsequent No. 1 album of all-star performances, several more efforts got underway with high-profile musical artists inspired to assist the Haiti earthquake victims. The continued interest underscores the ongoing need to answer the country's needs.

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CLASH MUSIC

  • Jerry Dammers Returns

    Jerry Dammers Returns

    Spatial AKA Orchestra tour dates

    Specials founder Jerry Dammers has confirmed a new UK tour with his group The Spatial AKA Orchestra.


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  • Jamie Lidell Announces New Album

    Jamie Lidell Announces New Album

    Beck, Feist and more to appear

    Electronic guru turned soul man Jamie Lidell has confirmed details of his new album 'Compass'.


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  • Eugene McGuinness Digital Single

    Eugene McGuinness Digital Single

    Tour dates confirmed

    London based songwriter Eugene McGuinness is to release new digital single 'Bugjuice / I Want Action' on March 1st.


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  • Johnny Dankworth Dies

    Johnny Dankworth Dies

    British jazz icon passes away

    Sir John Dankworth, one of the most important figures in British jazz music, has passed away.


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  • Errors Plan Remix Album

    Errors Plan Remix Album

    Exclusive: New material from Scots stars

    Glasgow based electro rock titans Errors are planning to release a new album which will see a variety of producers tackle their material.


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  • Melissa Auf Der Maur Solo Album

    Melissa Auf Der Maur Solo Album

    Former Hole bassist returns

    Former Hole bass player turned solo star Melissa Auf Der Maur has confirmed details of a new album.


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  • Secret Garden Party Launch Label

    Secret Garden Party Launch Label

    Festival snap up new talent

    Award winning festival Secret Garden Party is set to launch its own record label, promoting new talent.


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  • Yeah Yeah Yeahs Unveil Single Artwork

    Yeah Yeah Yeahs Unveil Single Artwork

    Nick Zinner works on design

    Yeah Yeah Yeahs guitarist Nick Zinner has worked on the design for the artwork on the band's upcoming single 'Skeletons'.


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  • The Kooks Open Mallorca Hotel

    The Kooks Open Mallorca Hotel

    Mallorca show confirmed

    Brighton indie poppers The Kooks are to launch the Mallorca Rocks Hotel with a special show this summer.


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  • James Murphy To Score New Film

    James Murphy To Score New Film

    Tracklisting unveiled

    LCD Soundsystem star James Murphy has confirmed details of his first ever film score.


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  • Rolo Tomassi One Off London Show

    Rolo Tomassi One Off London Show

    Biggest headline show to date

    Sheffield nut jobs Rolo Tomassi have confirmed a show at London's Underworld - their biggest gig to date.


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  • The Chemical Brothers Live Dates

    The Chemical Brothers Live Dates

    Dance dons return

    Dance dons The Chemical Brothers have confirmed details of their first shows in nearly eighteen months.


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  • New Factory Club Opens

    New Factory Club Opens

    With special Peter Hook set

    Much talked about Manchester club FAC 251 - The Factory has opened amid star studded performances.


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  • Leonard Cohen Postpones European Tour

    Leonard Cohen Postpones European Tour

    Recurring back problems blamed

    Legendary songwriter Leonard Cohen has been forced to postpone his upcoming European tour.


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  • Liam Gallagher Ditches Oasis Name

    Liam Gallagher Ditches Oasis Name

    Debut album due in July

    Liam Gallagher has revealed that his new group are set to ditch the Oasis name in favour of something new.


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BILLBOARD

  • Kings Of Convenience Make New 'Declaration'

    Kings Of Convenience Make New 'Declaration'

    Norwegian rock duo Kings Of Convenience will break a five-year silence this fall with its third studio album, "Declaration of Dependence," due Oct. 20 from Virgin.

  • Michael Jackson Theatrical Release Deal Close

    Michael Jackson Theatrical Release Deal Close

    Sources have confirmed to Billboard that a deal between the Michael Jackson Estate, AEG Live and Sony for a theatrical release of the Michael Jackson rehearsal footage from the ill-fated This Is It concerts could close today.

  • The Raveonettes Unveil Album Release And Tour Dates

    The Raveonettes Unveil Album Release And Tour Dates

    Danish rock duo The Raveonettes has announced the dates for a fall tour in support of its fourth studio album, Billboard.com can exclusively report.

  • Jackson Browne, Republicans Settle Copyright Case

    Jackson Browne, Republicans Settle Copyright Case

    Jackson Browne is hopeful that the protection of music copyrights will be bolstered by the settlement of his lawsuit against U.S. Sen. John McCain and the Republican Party over unauthorized use of one of his songs in the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign.

  • Sony Bids $50 Million For Michael Jackson Film Footage

    Sony Bids $50 Million For Michael Jackson Film Footage

    Sony Corp.'s movie studio has bid $50 million to acquire the worldwide distribution rights to a film based on rehearsal footage for Michael Jackson's "This Is It" comeback concert series, according to a person familiar with the bid.

  • Kasabian, Florence Lead Mercury Prize Nominations

    Kasabian, Florence Lead Mercury Prize Nominations

    Alt-rock acts Florence & The Machine and Kasabian have emerged as the bookmakers' favorites for the 2009 Barclaycard Mercury Prize, the U.K.'s album of the year award.

  • John Fogerty Enlists Springsteen, Eagles For New Blue Ridge Rangers

    John Fogerty Enlists Springsteen, Eagles For New Blue Ridge Rangers

    John Fogerty's "The Blue Ridge Rangers Ride Again," a new collection of Fogerty recordings of some of his favorite classic songs, is set for release Sept. 1 on Fortune Son/Verve Forecast. The album, recorded under the guise of the mythical group of his 1972 solo debut, includes guest spots from Bruce Springsteen and members of the Eagles, and features covers of songs by John Prine, Buck Owens and John Denver, among others, as well as Fogerty's own "Change in the Weather."

  • Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch Has Cancer, Tour And Album Postponed

    Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch Has Cancer, Tour And Album Postponed

    The Beastie Boys' Adam "MCA" Yauch has been diagnosed with cancer and will undergo surgery, he announced in a video posting on the group's website this morning. The band has canceled its summer tour plans and delayed the release of its forthcoming album, "Hot Sauce Committee Part 1," in order to allow time for his recovery.

  • JLS, Michael Jackson Top U.K. Charts

    JLS, Michael Jackson Top U.K. Charts

    JLS, the British boy band who were runners-up to Alexandra Burke in the fifth series of talent series "The X Factor" last December, scored a No. 1 U.K. single yesterday (19) with their first release, "Beat Again" (Epic/Sony Music Entertainment). "The Essential Michael Jackson," also on Epic, got a third week atop the album chart.

  • Prince Closes Out Montreux Jazz Fest

    Prince Closes Out Montreux Jazz Fest

    Prince fans from across Europe converged on Montreux for two shows by the American musician whose rare appearance on the continent stretched well into Sunday morning. The 51-year-old star closed the two-week Swiss Montreux Jazz Festival with a mix of old hits including "Little Red Corvette," "Peach" and "Purple Rain" and fresh titles such as "Elixir" from his new album with singer Bria Valente.

  • Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Approaches Eagles' All-Time Sales Record

    Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Approaches Eagles' All-Time Sales Record

    For nearly a decade, the Eagles' "Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975" has been the recording industry's ultimate evergreen release, certified by the RIAA as the all-time best-selling album in the United States. But thanks to continued robust demand for Michael Jackson's catalog since his June 25 death, "Thriller" appears on the verge of matching "Their Greatest Hits," at least in the eyes of the industry trade group.

  • Paula Abdul May Not Be Back On 'Idol'

    Paula Abdul May Not Be Back On 'Idol'

    Paula Abdul's new manager says she may not be returning to "American Idol."

  • Justin Bieber's 'Time' Is Now

    Justin Bieber's 'Time' Is Now

    It's a familiar narrative: wunderkind with a gift for music takes it seriously, and lands a major-label deal before he gets his driver's license. Usher, Chris Brown and Britney Spears all fit the formula. Now, Justin Bieber can add his name to the list.

  • Kid Rock, Alice In Chains, Skynyrd Rock Detroit

    Kid Rock, Alice In Chains, Skynyrd Rock Detroit

    A pair of home town stadium concerts over the weekend gave Kid Rock and a couple of his support acts an opportunity to showcase new material for the 40,000 fans who attended each show.

  • Rapper Wale 'Chillin'' Out On The Charts

    Rapper Wale 'Chillin'' Out On The Charts

    After building an underground fan base with a string of popular mixtapes, the Washington, D.C., rapper Wale is primed to bring his offbeat charm to the mainstream.

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ROLLING STONE

  • Playaway Festival 2010

    Playaway Festival 2010

    A brand new festival for 2010 held at Butlins, Skegness from 16-18th April. See the pop-tastic line up!
  • The Four Tops and Temptations Greatest Hits Tour

    The Four Tops and Temptations Greatest Hits Tour

    Joined by The Drifters and The Three Degrees for a 10 Date UK tour March 2010
  • The Yeti Festival 2010

    The Yeti Festival 2010

    5th - 10th April 2010 - Nassfeld, Austria. Let your hair down - become a Yeti for the week!
  • Madina Lake Tour Dates Mar/Apr 2010

    Madina Lake Tour Dates Mar/Apr 2010

    Chicago alt rockers Madina Lake have announced a UK tour for March and April 2010. See dates
  • Katatonia Tour Dates March 2010

    Katatonia Tour Dates March 2010

    The Gothic doom/death metal rockers follow eighth album Night Is The New Day with UK Tour in March 2010
  • Jethro Tull Tour Dates March 2010

    Jethro Tull Tour Dates March 2010

    Hits the road in the UK in March for a 23 date tour. The shows will feature the Best of Tull repertoire plus rare gems!
  • Florence and Iyaz Top UK Charts

    Florence and Iyaz Top UK Charts

    Lungs finally tops the UK album chart. Iyaz remains no 1 single. New entries for Owl City, Vampire Weekend and Glee Cast
  • Ash Tour Dates 2010

    Ash Tour Dates 2010

    Return to some more familiar venues this April and May. See the tour dates and latest news
  • Pulled Apart By Horses Tour Jan/Feb 2010

    Pulled Apart By Horses Tour Jan/Feb 2010

    Start their 2010 as main support for Glassjaw on select dates, plus headline shows
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New Releases

Paper Dolls - The Brunettes Feb 08, 2010
Smoke Song - Vibracathedral Orchestra Feb 08, 2010
Bury Me Alive - Single - We Are the Fallen Feb 08, 2010
The Succulent Leftovers EP - The Recital Feb 08, 2010
The Highlands Sessions - Nowhere Fast Feb 08, 2010
Sing Sing - Young Hungry Feb 08, 2010
East Is East - Pepi Ginsberg Feb 08, 2010
Jerusalem Mall - EP - Eat Skull Feb 08, 2010
Crushin' - Sourpatch Feb 08, 2010

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Gallery

  • Gogol Bordello Dec 08,2007 Hamersmith Apollo
  • Arctic Monkeys Dec 08,2007 Alexandra Palace
  • Raveonettes Nov 14,2007 Kings College
  • The Shins Nov 07,2007 Hamersmith Apollo
  • The Dead 60s Aug 09,2007 Dingwalls

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