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Joanna Newsom’s Tribute Album Up For Stream

5488 days ago
melophobeI’ve been humming “Sprout and the Bean” ever since I saw this news pop up on blogs, that news being that Joanna Newsom’s tribute album, Versions of Joanna, is free for streaming and available for purchasing with profits going to Oxfam Interna... more info

In praise of... silence | Editorial

5488 days ago
Guardian MusicIn a season in which we are bombarded with noise, a bit of silence is more than desirable; it is necessaryAs the title warns, John Cage's 4'33" is four minutes and thirty-three seconds of silence. Soundlessness. Nothing. And yet it is the piece that ... more info

While Britain rails against the government, the music world remains silent

5489 days ago
Guardian MusicWhen BBC 6 Music was at risk, the backlash was loud and effective. Now students and the welfare state are under fire, musicians and DJs have nothing to sayFirst they came for BBC 6 Music, and everyone who had ever looked at a guitar, never mind playe... more info

Music stars launch their silent protest against Cowell

5490 days ago
The IndependentRehearsals had been brief. A single page of sheet music was passed around the packed recording studio at the last minute, as musicians clutching their instruments were abuzz with the camaraderie of rebellion. Lined up on a grand piano were phones lin... more info

John Cage cover aims for Christmas No 1 with the sound of silence

5491 days ago
Guardian MusicRecording of an orchestra not playing may yet be the most serious competition the forthcoming X Factor winner will haveIn a small, stuffy Soho recording studio, the musicians were poised to begin. Headphones on, guitars slung, drumsticks raised, fing... more info

Watch Cage Against The Machine record live!

5491 days ago
Guardian MusicShhh! Follow our Ustream to watch stars including Pete Doherty and Billy Bragg record a cover of the John Cage composition, 4'33"You've got to admire the cheek. Today in a London recording studio musicians including Pete Doherty, Billy Bragg, the Koo... more info

Cage Against the Machine: pop stars to stage silent X Factor protest

5491 days ago
Guardian MusicPete Doherty and Billy Bragg among those teaming up to record John Cage's silent composition in a bid for Christmas No 1Later today, Pete Doherty, the Kooks, Billy Bragg, Imogen Heap, Orbital and many more will gather in a London studio, collaboratin... more info

friday evening updates

5494 days ago
Totally FuzzyRobert said... Rush - 1992-04-17 - Wembley Arena London. "Run From The Fans". Guns N' Roses - 1987/93 - Buenos Aires/New York. "Unplugged". David Bowie - 1972/75 - "Absolutely Rare". Thanks fuzzy! http://rockpopbootlegs.blogspot.com Duncan said... n... more info

Pete Doherty, Big Pink and more for Christmas collaboration single

5494 days ago
NMEBilly Bragg, Kooks, Enter Shikari also for 'silent' record more info

Spotifriday #72 - This Week on DiS as a playlist

5494 days ago
DrownedInSoundThis week's Spotify playlist, featuring music from artists who featured on the website this week, including Forest Swords, Pantha du Prince, Her Name Is Calla, Billy Bragg and LOADS more. Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info

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