The Vinyl Villain — Next Sunday to be precise. One week today. The launch of a brand new series.I reckon most of you get fed up with me wittering on day after day after day, so in order to give you some respite I've assembled a six-strong team of top-crack writers who ... more info

The Vinyl Villain — No matter how cold, damp and miserable it is outside - and believe me it was bloody freezing in Glasgow last Thursday night - you can always rely on Martin Stephenson & The Daintees to raise the temperature, get your pulse racing and banish any winte... more info

The Vinyl Villain — I've reviewed some books this past 12 months on TVV, and if you haven't got hold of them already, why not add these to your lists?1. Bad Vibes : Britpop and My Part In Its Downfall - Luke HainesIn which the ex-frontman of The Auteurs recounts an ins... more info

The Vinyl Villain — I was an admirer of the music released by The Sugarcubes in as much that I bought singles and albums, but usually a few weeks or months after they had been released rather than on the day they hit the shops.I was slightly sorry to learn of their bre... more info

The Vinyl Villain — The above book was published by Ardra Press on 1st June 2009. Let me quote, in full, the blurb from the back page:-'The Song Of The Soul’ is the story of a unique musical troubadour.Born in Washington, Tyne & Wear on 27th July 1961, Martin St... more info

The Vinyl Villain — In the normal course of events, I don't usually go in for plugging stuff. But I'll make an exception today.First of all, I'm going to mention a temporary exhibition at a Museum & Art Gallery. No wait, come back and hear me out, cos I'm not going to t... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — News that Oasis are stopping off in Sunderland has excited local musicians.Kenny Sanger, of The Bunker, and The Futureheads bassist Jaff, believe the Rock 'n' Roll Stars' announcement that they will play the Stadium of Light will put the city on the ... more info