Building the Perfect Band… Literally

The idea of a ‘virtual band’ has existed for decades, dating all the way back to Alvin and the Chipmunks in the 1950s. For one reason or another, musicians that couldn’t find the perfect band … Read More

Flaming Lips’ Giant Laser Hands Found

After a long day of searching for their beloved giant laser hands, The Flaming Lips have found them safe and sound!

Tweeting the above photo with the tag line “found em” it seems all is right in the … Read More

R. Kelly Releases Tribute for Newtown Victims

American R&B artist R. Kelly has released a tribute to the victims of the recent Newtown shooting.

The song, entitled I Know You Are Hurting is a spiritual number, featuring a children’s choir and healing words penned by … Read More

INTERVIEW: The Joy Formidable challenging the formula

Exciting times certainly lie ahead for Welsh trio The Joy Formidable; their sophomore full-length album Wolf’s Law is set for release in January and they are readying themselves for an extensive tour of Europe.  For now though, lead-singer and … Read More

A Very Merry Punk Rock Christmas

Christmas means a lot of things to a lot of people. Television and movies have taught us that it’s about the gift of giving, spending time with your family, and not accidentally leaving your eight-year-old son home … Read More

NEW VIDEO: Yo La Tengo – Ohm

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New Jersey indie-rock veterans Yo La Tengo certainly seem to be professing their love for trees through the film clips for upcoming release Fade.  Last month they released the animated clip for Before We … Read More

Bryan Adams’ Book Inspired by His Own Uninspiring Ass

Canadian singer-and-songwriter Bryan Adams may be best known as the prolific songwriter and singer of the 1984 hit Summer of 69, but for over a decade he’s been trying his hand at photography, taking impressive shots of … Read More

NEW MUSIC: Miracle – Karate

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Hot off the heels of filling the support slot for Tyga‘s recent sold out Sydney and Melbourne shows, Sydney rapper, Miracle has dropped his latest musical offering, Karate.

Produced by Nic Martin, the track is … Read More

INTERVIEW: Chali 2na – Swimming Against the Current

A lot has changed in the music industry over the last decade; with the advent of ever-evolving digital technologies threatening the dictatorial control that record companies have had over the industry. Some are stubbornly fighting to maintain the status … Read More

Lostprophets’ Ian Watkins charged with child sex offences

Frontman to Welsh alt. rock powerhouse Lostprophets, Ian Watkins has been charged with sex offences against minors. The news, reported by the BBC, states that Wakins, 35, along with two unknown women in their twenties will appear in court to defend … Read More