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The Klaxons are releasing their new album 'Love Frequency' in June.
The new rave indie rockers have confirmed the details of their upcoming third studio album, which they will be supporting with a low-key four-date UK tour.
The band have teamed up with James Murphy, Gorgon City, Erol Alkan and The Chemical Brothers' Tom Rowlands on the record, which is the follow-up to 2010's 'Surfing The Void', and is being released on June 2 through Akashic Records.
The 'Golden Skans' hitmakers burst onto the scene in 2007 with their debut album 'Myths of the Near Future'.
The Klaxons have been absent from the music scene in recent times, with co-vocalist and keyboardist James thrust into the spotlight for tying the knot with Hollywood beauty Keira Knightley.
The news follows the preview of new single 'There Is No Other Time' last month.
Tickets for the mini tour across Birmingham, Glasgow, London and Manchester go on sale at 10am this Friday (07.03.14).
Lead vocalist Jamie Reynolds recently told NME: "This record is very much about the present, an emotionally honest album about technological and personal progression."
The Klaxons tour dates are as follows:
March 31 - Hare & Hounds Birmingham
April 1 - Kings Tut, Glasgow
April 2 - Oslo, London
April 3 - Ruby Lounge, Manchester
The Klaxons to release third album in June
The Klaxons are releasing their new album 'Love Frequency' in June.
The new rave indie rockers have confirmed the details of their upcoming third studio album, which they will be supporting with a low-key four-date UK tour.
The band have teamed up with James Murphy, Gorgon City, Erol Alkan and The Chemical Brothers' Tom Rowlands on the record, which is the follow-up to 2010's 'Surfing The Void', and is being released on June 2 through Akashic Records.
The 'Golden Skans' hitmakers burst onto the scene in 2007 with their debut album 'Myths of the Near Future'.
The Klaxons have been absent from the music scene in recent times, with co-vocalist and keyboardist James thrust into the spotlight for tying the knot with Hollywood beauty Keira Knightley.
The news follows the preview of new single 'There Is No Other Time' last month.
Tickets for the mini tour across Birmingham, Glasgow, London and Manchester go on sale at 10am this Friday (07.03.14).
Lead vocalist Jamie Reynolds recently told NME: "This record is very much about the present, an emotionally honest album about technological and personal progression."
The Klaxons tour dates are as follows:
March 31 - Hare & Hounds Birmingham
April 1 - Kings Tut, Glasgow
April 2 - Oslo, London
April 3 - Ruby Lounge, Manchester
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Louis Tomlinson has hit back at parents who complained about One Direction's "sexualised" lyrics.
The 22-year-old singer made fun of the complaint made by a mother and father in who pulled their children from a choir showcase in Michigan, because they thought the lyrics to 'Live While We're Young' were too explicit for them to sing.
Louis took to Twitter and defended the lyrics "tonight let's get some, and live while we're young" by posting: "Dear Mr and Mrs Stone, I'm deeply saddened by your complaint to Chelsea High School regarding our lyrics (sic)."
He added: "I hope the two of you 'get some' very soon 🙂 #cryingparents. (sic)."
The cheeky response sent Twitter into meltdown and the post was retweeted by more than 70,000 people.
The parents had previously sent a letter to the Chelsea School District and also claimed the line, 'Don't let the pictures leave your phone', made reference to sexting photographs.
They insisted the song "violated the district's policy for sexual innuendos" and called for it to be taken out of the choir performance.
Meanwhile, One Direction - which also includes Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Liam Payne - are on a break ahead of their 'Where We Are' tour.
Louis has been spending his time off playing for the reserve squad for his hometown soccer team Doncaster Rovers Returns.
Louis Tomlinson hits back at parents’ complaint
Louis Tomlinson has hit back at parents who complained about One Direction's "sexualised" lyrics.
The 22-year-old singer made fun of the complaint made by a mother and father in who pulled their children from a choir showcase in Michigan, because they thought the lyrics to 'Live While We're Young' were too explicit for them to sing.
Louis took to Twitter and defended the lyrics "tonight let's get some, and live while we're young" by posting: "Dear Mr and Mrs Stone, I'm deeply saddened by your complaint to Chelsea High School regarding our lyrics (sic)."
He added: "I hope the two of you 'get some' very soon 🙂 #cryingparents. (sic)."
The cheeky response sent Twitter into meltdown and the post was retweeted by more than 70,000 people.
The parents had previously sent a letter to the Chelsea School District and also claimed the line, 'Don't let the pictures leave your phone', made reference to sexting photographs.
They insisted the song "violated the district's policy for sexual innuendos" and called for it to be taken out of the choir performance.
Meanwhile, One Direction - which also includes Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Liam Payne - are on a break ahead of their 'Where We Are' tour.
Louis has been spending his time off playing for the reserve squad for his hometown soccer team Doncaster Rovers Returns.
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Jake Bugg has slammed the BRIT Awards and 'American Idol'.
The 20-year-old singer, who performed at the 6 Music Festival in Manchester yesterday (02.03.14), missed out on the award for Best Male Solo artist at the BRITs last month but insists he wasn't bothered and thought the ceremony was "really boring."
He told BBC Newsbeat backstage in Manchester: "I don't mind losing out to David Bowie but how can you have a category with him in it and four people that have made one or two albums?"
The 'Lightning Bolt' hitmaker also had a dig at boy band One Direction, who won the award for Global Success, along with Best British Video for 'Best Song Ever'.
Speaking about the Global Success gong, Jake said: "To make up an award just so One Direction win it and turn up is a bit wrong but that's it, it's showbusiness."
The singer recently performed on 'American Idol' to promote his new album 'Shangri-La' and although he defended his appearance he claims the programme is "cruel".
Jake said: "It's something a bit different for the kids on those shows", before slating the way the contestants are treated.
He explained: "It was quite sad. We went on just before they said to the contestant 'yeah you're not through' and she was really heartbroken.
"It's cruel. It's like thanks for coming on the show but you'll never get a record contract. It's the dream smasher, that's what it is, the dream smasher."
Jake Bugg slams the BRIT Awards
Jake Bugg has slammed the BRIT Awards and 'American Idol'.
The 20-year-old singer, who performed at the 6 Music Festival in Manchester yesterday (02.03.14), missed out on the award for Best Male Solo artist at the BRITs last month but insists he wasn't bothered and thought the ceremony was "really boring."
He told BBC Newsbeat backstage in Manchester: "I don't mind losing out to David Bowie but how can you have a category with him in it and four people that have made one or two albums?"
The 'Lightning Bolt' hitmaker also had a dig at boy band One Direction, who won the award for Global Success, along with Best British Video for 'Best Song Ever'.
Speaking about the Global Success gong, Jake said: "To make up an award just so One Direction win it and turn up is a bit wrong but that's it, it's showbusiness."
The singer recently performed on 'American Idol' to promote his new album 'Shangri-La' and although he defended his appearance he claims the programme is "cruel".
Jake said: "It's something a bit different for the kids on those shows", before slating the way the contestants are treated.
He explained: "It was quite sad. We went on just before they said to the contestant 'yeah you're not through' and she was really heartbroken.
"It's cruel. It's like thanks for coming on the show but you'll never get a record contract. It's the dream smasher, that's what it is, the dream smasher."
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Louis Tomlinson has hit back at parents who complained about One Direction's "sexualised" lyrics.
The 22-year-old singer made fun of the complaint made by a mother and father in who pulled their children from a choir showcase in Michigan, because they thought the lyrics to 'Live While We're Young' were too explicit for them to sing.
Louis took to Twitter and defended the lyrics "tonight let's get some, and live while we're young" by posting: "Dear Mr and Mrs Stone, I'm deeply saddened by your complaint to Chelsea High School regarding our lyrics," adding, "I hope the two of you 'get some' very soon 🙂 #cryingparents."
The cheeky response sent Twitter into meltdown and the post was retweeted by more than 70,000 people.
The parents had previously sent a letter to the Chelsea School District and also claimed the line, 'Don't let the pictures leave your phone', made reference to sexting photographs.
They insisted the song "violated the district's policy for sexual innuendos" and called for it to be taken out of the choir performance.
Meanwhile, One Direction - which also includes Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Liam Payne - are on a break ahead of their 'Where We Are' tour.
Louis has been spending his time off playing for the reserve squad for his hometown soccer team Doncaster Rovers Returns.
Louis Tomlinson hits back at parent’s complaint
Louis Tomlinson has hit back at parents who complained about One Direction's "sexualised" lyrics.
The 22-year-old singer made fun of the complaint made by a mother and father in who pulled their children from a choir showcase in Michigan, because they thought the lyrics to 'Live While We're Young' were too explicit for them to sing.
Louis took to Twitter and defended the lyrics "tonight let's get some, and live while we're young" by posting: "Dear Mr and Mrs Stone, I'm deeply saddened by your complaint to Chelsea High School regarding our lyrics," adding, "I hope the two of you 'get some' very soon 🙂 #cryingparents."
The cheeky response sent Twitter into meltdown and the post was retweeted by more than 70,000 people.
The parents had previously sent a letter to the Chelsea School District and also claimed the line, 'Don't let the pictures leave your phone', made reference to sexting photographs.
They insisted the song "violated the district's policy for sexual innuendos" and called for it to be taken out of the choir performance.
Meanwhile, One Direction - which also includes Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan and Liam Payne - are on a break ahead of their 'Where We Are' tour.
Louis has been spending his time off playing for the reserve squad for his hometown soccer team Doncaster Rovers Returns.
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Coldplay have announced their new album is called 'Ghost Stories'.
The super-group - comprised of frontman Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion - will release their sixth studio LP on May 19 and it will be preceded by single 'Magic'.
Coldplay have also revealed a full tracklisting for the album, which includes 'Midnight' - the Jon Hopkins produced track which they streamed on their official site in February.
Fans can now pre-order the hotly-anticipated release from iTunes worldwide and anyone who pre-orders the album will receive an instant download of the single 'Magic'.
The 'Midnight' video was directed by Mary Wigmore shows Chris and his bandmates walking through a woodland, and the black and white promo later flashes different colours and a fox moves among the grass.
The electronic track - which features Chris' voice put through a vocoder - is a big departure from the band's usual melodies and big choruses.
Coldplay have also been announced as one of the acts performing at at the iTunes Festival at SXSW in Austin, Texas. They will open the festival on March 11. The performance will stream live and on-demand worldwide for free via the iTunes Store.
Speaking about the upcoming gig, Will said: "We're really looking forward to the first ever iTunes Festival in the US, and are thrilled to be asked to play on the opening night. It's a great honour for our band and we hope everyone has a fantastic time."
'Ghost Stories' full tracklisting:
1. 'Always In My Head'
2. 'Magic'
3. 'Ink'
4. 'True Love'
5. 'Midnight'
6. 'Another's Arms'
7. 'Oceans'
8. 'A Sky Full Of Stars'
9. 'O'
Coldplay announce new album Ghost Stories
Coldplay have announced their new album is called 'Ghost Stories'.
The super-group - comprised of frontman Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion - will release their sixth studio LP on May 19 and it will be preceded by single 'Magic'.
Coldplay have also revealed a full tracklisting for the album, which includes 'Midnight' - the Jon Hopkins produced track which they streamed on their official site in February.
Fans can now pre-order the hotly-anticipated release from iTunes worldwide and anyone who pre-orders the album will receive an instant download of the single 'Magic'.
The 'Midnight' video was directed by Mary Wigmore shows Chris and his bandmates walking through a woodland, and the black and white promo later flashes different colours and a fox moves among the grass.
The electronic track - which features Chris' voice put through a vocoder - is a big departure from the band's usual melodies and big choruses.
Coldplay have also been announced as one of the acts performing at at the iTunes Festival at SXSW in Austin, Texas. They will open the festival on March 11. The performance will stream live and on-demand worldwide for free via the iTunes Store.
Speaking about the upcoming gig, Will said: "We're really looking forward to the first ever iTunes Festival in the US, and are thrilled to be asked to play on the opening night. It's a great honour for our band and we hope everyone has a fantastic time."
'Ghost Stories' full tracklisting:
1. 'Always In My Head'
2. 'Magic'
3. 'Ink'
4. 'True Love'
5. 'Midnight'
6. 'Another's Arms'
7. 'Oceans'
8. 'A Sky Full Of Stars'
9. 'O'
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Roger Daltrey is hoping the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin will play at his Teenage Cancer Trust shows.
The Who rocker organises a week of gigs at London's Royal Albert Hall to raise money for the charity every year, and the two legendary groups always top his wish-list and, although they haven't yet appeared, he insists they haven't ruled it out either.
Asked who he would love to perform at the shows, he said: "I've tried to get the Stones for years. They've never given me a no. I asked again this year but they're in Australia.
"Imagine The Rolling Stones in the Royal Albert Hall, where they can be the Stones they were in 1963, a great British blues band, rather than tarty, farty and running around the stage.
"After that, Led Zeppelin with Jason Bonham. That's still not out the window.
"Pink Floyd of course. Then you get down to the U2s."
Roger has recently been working on an album with Wilko Johnson - who has terminal cancer - and he admits he was terrified when they first entered the recording studio together.
He told Q magazine: "We met at an awards ceremony three years ago and realised we'd both been inspired by Johnny Kidd & The Pirates. That was the common thing.
"Wilko and I did try and get some new songs together but it all fell apart and I had to go and do Who tours.
"Then when I heard about Wilko's situation, I sent a message; 'Tell him I'll sing anything, 'Three Blind Mice', if I have to.' So we did some Feelgood songs.
"The first day in the studio I was a nervous wreck. When Pete [Townsend] gives me a song, I know what to do. With Wilko, I didn't want to copy Dr. Feelgood. I had to work out what I had to do."
Roger Daltrey wants Rolling Stones at cancer charity shows
Roger Daltrey is hoping the Rolling Stones and Led Zeppelin will play at his Teenage Cancer Trust shows.
The Who rocker organises a week of gigs at London's Royal Albert Hall to raise money for the charity every year, and the two legendary groups always top his wish-list and, although they haven't yet appeared, he insists they haven't ruled it out either.
Asked who he would love to perform at the shows, he said: "I've tried to get the Stones for years. They've never given me a no. I asked again this year but they're in Australia.
"Imagine The Rolling Stones in the Royal Albert Hall, where they can be the Stones they were in 1963, a great British blues band, rather than tarty, farty and running around the stage.
"After that, Led Zeppelin with Jason Bonham. That's still not out the window.
"Pink Floyd of course. Then you get down to the U2s."
Roger has recently been working on an album with Wilko Johnson - who has terminal cancer - and he admits he was terrified when they first entered the recording studio together.
He told Q magazine: "We met at an awards ceremony three years ago and realised we'd both been inspired by Johnny Kidd & The Pirates. That was the common thing.
"Wilko and I did try and get some new songs together but it all fell apart and I had to go and do Who tours.
"Then when I heard about Wilko's situation, I sent a message; 'Tell him I'll sing anything, 'Three Blind Mice', if I have to.' So we did some Feelgood songs.
"The first day in the studio I was a nervous wreck. When Pete [Townsend] gives me a song, I know what to do. With Wilko, I didn't want to copy Dr. Feelgood. I had to work out what I had to do."
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Lea Michele says Cory Monteith made "tons of notes" for her about her debut album.
The 'Glee' star's late boyfriend - who died of a drugs overdose in July 2013, before any of his girlfriend's music was ever released - helped her decide on a direction for her debut album and made lots of suggestions as to how it should sound.
Speaking about the recording process, she told Us Weekly magazine: "I'd sit with Cory and we'd jot down tons of notes about things we wanted to change. I was lucky to have such amazing love. This album is the story of my past two years."
Lea, 27, added singing on 'Glee' really helped her to get ready for her pop career, because they recorded so many versions of other people's songs for the show.
She added: "I've been singing since I was eight, but I really got hooked on the studio from 'Glee'. We've recorded 600 numbers now. I was ready."
After Cory's untimely passing, Lea went back and recorded one final song, 'You're Mine', which is dedicated to the actor.
Writing about the track on Twitter, she posted: "#YOUREMINE is my favorite song on #LOUDER. It's so special to me & its story is so close to my heart. (sic)"
Lea Michele: Cory Monteith helped make album
Lea Michele says Cory Monteith made "tons of notes" for her about her debut album.
The 'Glee' star's late boyfriend - who died of a drugs overdose in July 2013, before any of his girlfriend's music was ever released - helped her decide on a direction for her debut album and made lots of suggestions as to how it should sound.
Speaking about the recording process, she told Us Weekly magazine: "I'd sit with Cory and we'd jot down tons of notes about things we wanted to change. I was lucky to have such amazing love. This album is the story of my past two years."
Lea, 27, added singing on 'Glee' really helped her to get ready for her pop career, because they recorded so many versions of other people's songs for the show.
She added: "I've been singing since I was eight, but I really got hooked on the studio from 'Glee'. We've recorded 600 numbers now. I was ready."
After Cory's untimely passing, Lea went back and recorded one final song, 'You're Mine', which is dedicated to the actor.
Writing about the track on Twitter, she posted: "#YOUREMINE is my favorite song on #LOUDER. It's so special to me & its story is so close to my heart. (sic)"