Guardian Music — In the music industry discreet revisionism is rife. But out-foxing your old label doesn't explain the need for a bassoonPerfectionism can be an unbecoming trait. One thinks of the prospective job candidate, smugly asserting his or her unstinting exce... more info

Guardian Music — It's two and a half hours about Status Quo. And I like it I like it I like it I like it, says Peter BradshawA two-and-a-half hour documentary about Status Quo? Well, if there isn't a three-and-a-half hour documentary about Wishbone Ash on offer, this... more info

Topix — Remember all those cheap re-recordings of big hits featuring one or two members of the original bands? Sure you do. They populated gas stations all across the nation and you can still find them in a few isolated cases. more info

Guardian Music — This was a charming rockumentary, but where was my cello teacher?"Funny, shy, ever so clever, great musician ... and a total twat," says Paul McCartney, affectionately. Well, he can't be talking about himself, can he? Although I'm not sure how clever... more info

Guardian Music — Twice a week we invite independent bloggers to tell us about what they do. Today, a site about hidden gems in bargain binsWho are you and what's your blog called?I'm Lee. The site is called Real Gone.Where are you based?Kent.Describe your blog in a s... more info

Guardian Music — Has your suggestion made the playlist this week? Gather your nerves and find outThis week's playlist has been selected by Magicman.• My favourite song title this week was Jetplane Landing's There Is No Real Courage Unless There Is Fear. As commenta... more info

Guardian Music — Ray Winstone and Ben Drew star in new Orange cinema ad that spoofs their roles in upcoming film The SweeneyRay Winstone and rapper Ben "Plan B" Drew star in the next tongue-in-cheek Orange cinema campaign which sends up their upcoming movie The Sween... more info

Impose Magazine — Is this the second golden age of the extended pop song? The first was in the early '70s, when the acid finally broke through to the mainstream in the form of the classical-pop masterpieces produced by groups like Electric Light Orchestra, Vangeli... more info

Chorus.fm — *Jack and White* (http://www.absolutepunk.net/tags/jack%20and%20white/) (featuring former Self Against City guitarist) released a cover of ELO's "Telephone Line." Check the replies. more info

Powerpopulist — Some goodstuff we've found/loved. Thanks to the hosters. exlovers - This Love Will Lead You On - The Finest KissDylan Shearer - Afterwhile - Austin Town HallWhite Fence - Allison Road (Gin Blossoms cover) - Aquarium DrunkardFleetwood Mac - Tusk - AM... more info