L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Pop & Hiss will be handicapping the major Grammy categories leading up to the Jan. 31 telecast. Read our picks, and vote for your own, below. The category: Best alternative album. The field at a glance: The best alternative album... more info

All About Jazz — Vocalist Amy Cervini is one of a handful of jazz singers who are successfully taking their repertoire from outside the Great American Songbook. On Cervinis new album, Lovefool (Anzic Records, 2009), she tackles everything from the Cardigans to Depech... more info

411 Mania — Band takes on Kate Bush, the Moody Blues, Depeche Mode and more, plus some special tour dates... more info

Guardian Music — It seems that new resolutions, fresh starts, are often accompanied by regret and almost always carry the potential for failure, says Paul MacInnesIt must be a confusing time of year for those employed at gymnasiums. On the one hand, the guaranteed fl... more info

411 Mania — Ville Valo says new album will have Depeche Mode, 80's vibe... more info

Guardian Music — The O2, London"Pain and suffering in various cities" was the snappy slogan on a T-shirt worn by a "Modehead" in block 111. The band's personal travails – heroin addiction, illness, breakdowns – have contributed to the darkness of their ... more info

The Music Fix — News Flash: Depeche Mode Launch 10th Anniversary of concerts for Teenage Cancer Trust Royal Albert Hall, 17th February 2010 Tickets Go On Sale Friday 18th December (TOMORROW!) Depeche Mode are delighted to announce their very special charity perf... more info

411 Mania — Band will launch benefit's 10th anniversary... more info

The Quietus — Electronic band to play 2010 gig more info

XFM.co.uk — The band will perform at the Albert Hall next February... more info