Bowling For Soup Announce October Tour
Texan four piece Bowling For Soup have announced their return to the UK in the form of ‘The Bid Farewell Tour’.
The tour kicks off on October 10th 2013 at Southampton Guildhall and will come to an end at The Forum, London on October 23rd 2013.
Presale begins at 09:00 on Wednesday 10th April via Ticketmaster.
LIT ANNOUNCE LONDON HEADLINE SHOW
Lit announce their long-awaited return to the UK for a special, one-off headline gig in Camden, London. The platinum-selling Orange County rock band will play Koko on Thursday, June 13th with support from Patent Pending and Blacklist Royals. The band then head to Castle Donington to play Download Festival on June 15th.
Black Sabbath Announce UK Arena Tour
BAD RELIGION ANNOUNCE TWO UK DATES
Preeminent punk band Bad Religion have announced two live dates in the UK this summer. They will play The Ritz in Manchester on 19th August and Koko in London on 20th August. Tickets are on sale now at http://www.gigsandtours.com/tour/bad-religion/
Former Coheed and Cambria bassist Michael Todd is battling cancer
Former Coheed and Cambria bassist Michael Todd is battling a resurgence of testicular cancer.
Sadly, his cancer has spread and his medical costs are mounting. His supporters have launched a fundraising campaign to help defray some of his increasing medical bills. The campaign aims to raise money to not only help Michael get the treatment and medications he needs to fight the cancer, but to help him regain his independence. To put a roof over his head so that he has his own bed from which he can fight.
If you wish to support Michael and donate, you can do so here: http://www.giveforward.com/mictoddsfight
Frank Turner has announced details of his upcoming album and a UK tour
After a hugely successful 2012, Frank Turner has made it clear he will not be letting up steam this year by announcing details of his forthcoming album, plus a short run of UK headline shows.
On 22nd April 2013 Frank will release his highly anticipated fifth studio album; ‘Tape Deck Heart’. Two versions of the album will be released; a regular version and a special edition version which will feature six extra songs and special packaging.
To celebrate the release of ‘Tape Deck Heart’, Frank and his band The Sleeping Souls will do a short run of headline shows in the UK. The shows go on sale on Friday 25th January, however, fans who pre-order any format of the new album via frank-turner.com will be given exclusive access to tickets 48 hours before they go on general sale.
Tour dates are:
APRIL
17 Manchester Academy
18 Glasgow 02 Academy
19 Leeds Uni Refectory
21 Bristol Academy
24 Birmingham Academy
25 London Forum
Black Sabbath Announce Album Title
Legendary rockers Black Sabbath have announced the title of their upcoming album; ’13’.
’13’ is the first studio album that Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler have recorded together since 1978’s ‘Never Say Die!’. The album has been produced by Grammy Award Winning producer Rick Rubin and is set to be released in June.
Planes Announce UK Tour
After having a bit of a break, Planes have announced a highly anticipated UK tour. Planes; who are fronted by Placebo drummer Steve Forrest, released their debut EP last summer to critical acclaim and will shortly be releasing their follow up record.
You can check out Planes at the following venues:
March 06 – London – BIRTHDAYS
March 07 – Southampton – The Joiners
March 08 – Birmingham – Hare & Hounds Kings Heath
March 09 – Manchester – The Deaf Institute
March 10 – Newcastle – The Cluny
We’re back…
You may have noticed that we’ve been a bit quiet for a while, with 2013 now well underway we plan to change that. Our first piece of news for the year is that the fabulous Dallas Frasca has announced a string of London shows.
You can catch the talented Aussie and her band at the following venues:
Jan 24 – 12 Bar Club London, United Kingdom
Jan 25 – Camden Rock London, United Kingdom
Jan 26 – Walkabout Shepherd’s Bush – 4pm London, United
Jan 26 – The White Lion London, – 11pm United Kingdom
Jan 28 – The Windmill Brixton London, United Kingdom
The Next Big Thing
Have a listen to ‘It Keeps Me Alive’ by The Next Big Thing finalist; Johnny Lucas. This song is due to become Johnny’s debut single, with a video being released shortly.
The Next Big Thing Final takes place at the Leicester Square Theatre on Sunday 21st October and is held in conjunction with the British Heart Foundation and Operation WellFound. Tickets are available here: www.leicestersquaretheatre.com
Let’s Go To The Pub
In preparation for their upcoming UK tour, Bowling For Soup offer an open invitation to head to the local boozer with them in the form of their new video; ‘Let’s Go To The Pub’.
Sex Pistols classic ‘Holidays in the Sun’ finally has a promo video
35 years on from its original release the Sex Pistols classic ‘Holidays in the Sun’ has finally received a promo video. The video – newly edited by longtime Sex Pistols collaborator Julien Temple – has been compiled from previously unreleased footage especially for use on the limited edition super deluxe box set ‘Never Mind The Bollocks, Here’s The Sex Pistols’ to be released September 24th
Slash at Hisense Arena, Melbourne
We’ve suffered a holiday related delay in posting our live review of Slash, Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators (thanks for the send off, boys!).
Our review of their epic show has now been published; check it out on the Live Reviews page!
Tragedy at V Festival
Its been reported that a 22 year old man was found dead at V Festival this morning. Reports say that the unnamed man was discovered unresponsive and not breathing inside a tent on the Weston Park festival grounds in Staffordshire at 1 a.m.
Security staff were called to the scene, and the man was given first aid, but he was pronounced dead. The cause of death is not yet known, and the police have sealed off the area where the body was found for forensic examination.
Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends.
Rob Zombie – Mondo Sex Head
Head over to our reviews page to read our views on Rob Zombie’s latest offering.
Slayer to play Soundwave 2013
They played an awesome set at Soundwave a couple of years ago and now it has been announced that the mighty Slayer will be returning to the Soundwave stage in 2013.
Full acts announced in the second announcement are:
Slayer
Cypress Hill
Bullet For My Valentine
Bring Me The Horizon
Billy Talent
Mindless Self Indulgence
The Blackout
Fucked Up
Gallows
This Is Hell
Amity Affliction
Cerebal Ballzy
Crossfaith
Polar Bear Club
Early November
Dear Hunter
Blood On The Dance Floor
Versus The World
Sylosis
Cancer Bats
Confession
Soundwave 2013 Line-Up Announced
After months of speculation the line-up for Soundwave 2013 has been announced and will see the likes of Metallica and Blink-182 hitting Australia.
The line-up as announced on Triple J this morning is:
METALLICA
LINKIN PARK
BLINK 182
A PERFECT CIRCLE
THE OFFSPRING
PARAMORE
GARBAGE
TOMAHAWK
STONE SOUR
KYUSS LIVES
ANTHRAX
SUM 41
DRAGONFORCE
FLOGGING MOLLY
GHOST
DUFF McKAGAN’S LOADED
MOTION CITY SOUNDTRACK
LAWRENCE ARMS
KINGDOM OF SORROW
FOZZY
SLEEPING WITH SIRENS
CANCER BATS
MADBALL
VISION OF DISORDER
PIERCE THE VEIL
PERIPHERY
SHAI HALUD
OF MICE & MEN
MISS MAY I
WOE IS ME
THE WONDER YEARS
WHILE SHE SLEEPS
SUCH GOLD
LUCERO
SIX FEET UNDER
DEAF HAVANA
RED FANG
CHUNK! NO CAPTAIN CHUNK!
MEMPHIS MAY FIRE
Lamb Of God star Randy Blythe Issues Statement Over Manslaughter Charge
After spending over four weeks in a Prague prison; Randy Bylthe has now returned home on bail to Virginia, US.
Read his full statement below:
“Greetings. This is D. Randall Blythe, checking in from my beloved hometown of Richmond, VA, United States of America. I was recently released on bail from Pankrác Prison in Prague, Czech Republic, after over a month of incarceration. Now that I am out for the moment, I would like to say a few things.
1. While in prison, I had minimal knowledge of how my case was viewed anywhere but the Czech Republic. I was told by my attorney that I had a lot support from peers in the music industry, my hometown, fans, and of course my family. I cannot express how emotional it made me upon my release to read about even a fraction of the voices that were raised on my behalf. From legends in my music community, to fans across the world, and even people who were previously unaware of my existence but sympathized with my plight- I am truly humbled. I cannot thank you enough for your thoughts and prayers. I would especially like to thank the people of Richmond, VA, for standing by me. In the 48 hours I have been home, many people I have never met before have stopped me on the street, waved and smiled as I passed by, or said hello in a restaurant. All have said “We are glad you are home, Randy”. You all make me proud and grateful that I call Richmond home.
2. I would like state that I suffered no abuse, from either authorities or inmates, during my incarceration in Pankrác. I received no special treatment, and was in general population with everyone else- make no mistake, it was prison, not some celebrity rehab tv show. But I was treated fairly by the guards and kindly by my fellow inmates. People are dying of starvation all over the world. Men and women are losing their lives daily in the Middle East and other war torn regions. I had food, clothes, shelter, and no one was trying to kill me. I cannot complain over a short stay in prison while many people elsewhere fight to survive on a daily basis.
3. If it is deemed necessary for me to do so, I WILL return to Prague to stand trial. While I maintain my innocence 100%, and will do so steadfastly, I will NOT hide in the United States, safe from extradition and possible prosecution. As I write this, the family of a fan of my band suffers through the indescribably tragic loss of their child. They have to deal with constantly varying media reports about the circumstances surrounding his death. I am charged with maliciously causing severe bodily harm to this young man, resulting in his death. While I consider the charge leveled against me ludicrous and without qualification, my opinion makes no difference in this matter. The charge exists, and for the family of this young man, questions remain. The worst possible pain remains. It is fairly common knowledge amongst fans of my band that I once lost a child as well. I, unfortunately, am intimately familiar with what their pain is like. Therefore, I know all too well that in their time of grief, this family needs and deserves some real answers, not a media explosion followed by the accused killer of their son hiding like a coward thousands of miles away while they suffer. I am a man. I was raised to face my problems head on, not run from them like a petulant child. I hope that justice is done, and the family of Daniel N. will receive the closure they undoubtably need to facilitate healing. I feel VERY STRONGLY that as an adult, it would be both irresponsible and immoral for me not to return to Prague if I am summoned. This is not about bail money. This is about a young man who lost his life. I will act with honor, and I will fight to clear my good name in this matter. Thank you for reading this, and I wish you all peace.”
Soundwave 2013 Dates Announced
The dates for Soundwave 2013 have been announced via the official Soundwave Festival Facebook page.
It has already been confirmed that Blink-182 will be performing, and further announcements are due to take place this week.
Tour Dates
Saturday 23rd February – Brisbane
Sunday 24th February – Sydney
Friday 1st March – Melbourne
Saturday 2nd March – Adelaide
Monday 4th March – Perth
Hard Rock Calling 2012
Hard Rock Calling has been and gone for another year; our day by day reviews have now been published. Head over to the Live Reviews section and have a read.
The Living End Announce Tour
The Living End have announced The Retrospective Tour where in each state they play seven shows in a row; playing one album in full per night.
Pre-sale starts Monday July 16. General tickets and ‘The Big Red Ticket’ go on sale Thursday July 19.
Tour Dates
The Rosemount Hotel, Perth WA
Thu Nov 01 – State of Emergency
Fri Nov 02 – Modern Artillery
Sat Nov 03 – The Ending is Just the Beginning Repeating
Sun Nov 04 – Roll On
Mon Nov 05 – The Living End
Tue Nov 06 – The Living End
Wed Nov 07 – White Noise
Tickets via: Oztix – www.thelivingend.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / Oztix Outlets
THE GOV – ADELAIDE SA
Sun Nov 11 – Roll On
Mon Nov 12 – The Living End
Tue Nov 13 – The Living End
Wed Nov 14 – White Noise
Thu Nov 15 – State of Emergency
Fri Nov 16 – Modern Artillery
Sat Nov 17 – The Ending is Just the Beginning Repeating
Tickets via: Oztix – www.thelivingend.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / Oztix Outlets, Moshtix – moshtix.com.au / 1300 GET TIX / Moshtix Outlets, Venuetix – www.venuetix.com.au / 08 8225 8888
THE HI FI – SYDNEY NSW
Wed Nov 21 – White Noise
Thu Nov 22 – State of Emergency
Fri Nov 23 – Modern Artillery
Sat Nov 24 – The Ending is Just the Beginning Repeating
Sun Nov 25 – Roll On
Mon Nov 26 – The Living End
Tue Nov 27 – The Living End
Tickets via: Oztix – www.thelivingend.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / Oztix Outlets, The HIFI Box Office / www.thehifi.com.au / 1300 843 443
THE ZOO – BRISBANE QLD
Sat Dec 01 – The Ending is Just the Beginning Repeating
Sun Dec 02 – Roll On
Mon Dec 03 – The Living End
Tue Dec 04 – The Living End
Wed Dec 05 – White Noise
Thu Dec 06 – State of Emergency
Fri Dec 07 – Modern Artillery
Tickets via: Oztix – www.thelivingend.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / Oztix Outlets
THE CORNER HOTEL, MELBOURNE VIC
Tue Dec 11 – The Living End
Wed Dec 12 – White Noise
Thu Dec 13 – State of Emergency
Fri Dec 14 – Modern Artillery
Sat Dec 15 – The Ending is Just the Beginning Repeating
Sun Dec 16 – Roll On
Mon Dec 17 – The Living End
Tickets via: Oztix – www.thelivingend.oztix.com.au / 1300 762 545 / Oztix Outlets, The Corner Box Office / www.cornerhotel.com / 03 9427 9198
Bluejuice Announce Australian Tour
Bluejuice have announced an Australian tour (Eastern states only) with Deep Sea Arcade and The Preachers to take place in August. Tickets for the University tour go on sale on Monday.
August tour dates:
Wednesday 8th August – Bar On The Hill @ Newcastle University, Newcastle
Thursday 9th August – The Stro @University Of New England, Armidale
Friday 10th August – University Of Technology, Sydney
Saturday 11th August – Uni Bar @ University Of Wollongong, Wollongong
Tuesday 14th August – Anu Bar, Canberra
Wednesday 15th August – Uni Bar @ Csu, Albury
Thursday 16th August – Uni Bar @ Monash University, Gippsland
Friday 17th August – Uni Bar @ Deakin University, Melbourne
Saturday 18th August – Uni Bar, Deakin University, Melbourne
Tuesday 21st August – Uni Branded Night @ Entrance Leagues, Central Coast
Wednesday 22nd August – Uni Branded Night @ The Hoey Moey, Coffs Harbour
Thursday 23rd August – Red Room @ University Of Queensland, Brisbane
Friday 24th August – Uni Bar @ Griffith University, Gold Coast
Saturday 25th August – Uni Bar @ Scu, Lismore
Merthyr Rock Headliners Announced
RAZORLIGHT / SKINDRED / KIDS IN GLASS HOUSES ANNOUNCED AS HEADLINERS
Other acts already confirmed for the three day event are: Deaf Havana, Saves The Day, Yashin, Arcane Roots, Lower Than Atlantis, Futures, We Are The Ocean, Exit Ten, Future of The Left, Straight Lines, Shadows Chasing Ghosts, Reaper In Sicily, Dead Wretched, The People The Poet, The Lash, and The Undivided.
Ben Folds Five Add Second London Show
November
23 O2 Academy Bournemouth
24 Nottingham Rock City
26 Dublin Vicar Street
29 Apollo Manchester
30 Academy Glasgow
December
01 O2 Academy Leeds
02 O2 Academy Birmingham
04 O2 Academy Brixton SOLD OUT
05 O2 Academy Brixton
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