Stereogum — Magic Kids’ “Summer” makes me think of Elvis Costello crooning vintage Brian Wilson lyrics with the help of Sufjan Stevens’ backup singers. The track — complete with strings — comes from the Memphis orchestral pop group’s full-length de... more info

Guardian Music — The first of five previously unpublished blogposts from legendary music writer Steven Wells, who died last yearOn 24 June 2009, music journalism lost one of its funniest, angriest and most distinctive voices. Steven Wells – or Swells to his fans �... more info

Guardian Music — Last week was all about the power of the flower, but from here on in, we're living for the weekendAfter a week giving each other flowers, I hope everyone is full of the joys of early summer. Rather that than full of dread at the inexorable approach o... more info

Stereogum — Bands are canceling gigs in Israel following last week’s raid on a group of aid ships heading to Gaza. Elvis Costello posted a carefully-worded letter on his website outlining his reasons for canceling his concerts in Israel, acknowledging that he ... more info

Pitchfork — Pixies photo by Shannon McLean On May 30, Israeli military raided a flotilla carrying activists and humanitarian aid to the blockaded Gaza region, killing nine foreign activists. The Associated Press reports that several bands have canceled sched... more info

Guardian Music — US band call off their debut performance in Israel, saying 'events beyond our control have conspired against us'Pixies have cancelled their first-ever performance in Israel, citing "events beyond our control". Although the US band did not give a reas... more info

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Kings of A&R — Kings favorite Superficial Saints have added a new song to their myspace titled Fall Into Pieces. The newest songs were produced by Davey Julson-Rieley (Billy Corgan, Kelly Clarkson, Elvis Costello, Skillet) Check them out The Roxy (los Angeles)  on... more info

Guardian Music — Sir Paul McCartney serenades Michelle Obama before being presented with Gershwin Prize for Popular Song at White HouseSir Paul McCartney had been itching to perform a certain song at the White House, and he seized the moment when it arrived.The forme... more info

Guardian Music — Folk legend Richard Thompson reflects on his line-up for Britain's most eclectic summer festival"It's a lovely thing," says Richard Thompson. "Who wouldn't relish an opportunity like this? It's an opportunity for me to show off some of my favourite a... more info