James Blake // Live Review, Manchester Academy 2

“Overgrown” James Blake’s sophomore release came out only days ago yet the buzz surrounding it couldn’t be greater. To coincide with the album James embarks on a short sell-out UK tour.

Est.1987 headed down to the Manchester Academy 2 show to see the enigma that is James Blake…

ANDREW W.K. // ANNOUNCE​D AS VOCALS FOR MARK​Y RAMONE’S BLITZKRIE​G WORLD TOUR

It was announced that Andrew W.K. will be joining Marky Ramone’s Blitzkrieg as the lead singer for their 2013 world tour.  The punk drumming icon and his band will be fronted by the king of partying for a high-octane performance of more than THIRTY of Marky’s classic fan-favorite songs!  

The historic pairing will kick-off their world tour in New York City on May 3rd, 2013 at Andrew’s very own venue, Santos Party House, in downtown Manhattan.  Following that show is a wealth of national and international dates. For full dates and more info click below...

Jake Quickenden // Interview & Live Review

After appearing on last year’s X Factor the name Jake Quickenden should definitely ring a bell and if it doesn’t, well, his boyish good looks and quirky style should be immediately recognisable. 

After making an early exit from the show there’s good news for Jake fans as he’s back and making it work in his favour. Second single “Walk Away” is out now and Jake is out on the road playing a few special show’s.

Est.1987 headed down to Leeds Met Bar to catch up and talk about going it alone, the support from fans, oh and pulling pints!

HIT THE DECK // Festival Preview

With a little over two weeks to go the anticipation is building for Nottingham and Bristol's Hit The Deck Festival. Taking place over the 20th-21st April weekend acts such as Don Broco, We Are The In Crowd, Pure Love and We Are The Ocean (to name but a few) will take to the stage.

Hit The Deck will now not only take place across Nottingham’s Rock City, Rescue Rooms, Forum and Stealth venues on April 21st, but also in Bristol the day before on April 20th for the first time, at the o2 Academy 1 & 2, Thekla, Fleece and Exchange venues. The addition of Bristol for the 3rd year of Hit The Deck makes the festival the biggest to date. 

To see the line-up in full, maps of the venues, where you can get tickets and an interview with Don Broco click below...

Blitz Kids // New Single Announcement- "On My Own"released May 13th & Red Bull Records signing

Having just touched down from SXSW Blitz Kids aren't taking things easy. Instead, they have just announced new single "On My Own" and that they are now signed to Red Bull Records. On top of this they are heading out with Lower Than Atlantis this month on tour. 

To check out the new single, find out where you can see the band live and read our recent interview with the guys click below...

Angry Bears // Complete recording to the follow up to "Stay Gold"

Connecticut pop-punkers Angry Bears have finished recording their forthcoming EP; the much anticipated follow up to their 2012 release "Stay Gold".

 The trio has been back in the New Jersey studio since February and brought in Man Overboard front man Nik Bruzzese to produce. The as-yet-untitled forthcoming EP is slated for release in early summer. To find out more about Angry Bears and their sound click below...

SLAM DUNK Festival // Final Announcement...

Slam Dunk are thrilled to announce the remaining bands for the festival, which is a killer line-up, with something for everybody!

The final 2 bands joining the lineup for Slam Dunk Festival 2013 are... ITCH & DEVIL SOLD HIS SOUL. 

Also announced today is the full lineup of the Solo Performance stage including Andrew McMahon (Something Corporate / Jacks Mannequin) and William Beckett (The Academy Is)

For the full line-up and ticket info click below...

Vans Warped Tour UK // First Announcements for the TWO Day Festival...

VANS WARPED TOUR will return this November for not one but two days, delivering a double dose of what the sold out 2012 event hosted, plus more!

The event, back at ALEXANDRA PALACE on 16th and 17th November will recreate the true VANS WARPED spirit with dozens of bands, stalls and skate displays.

With acts such as RISE AGAINST, BILLY TALENT and CAPTURE THE CROWN just announced it is set to be a good one. To find out who else set to play and how you can get tickets click below...