Guardian Music — Entertainer and singer who rode the crest of the folk revival of the 60s and 70sJohnny Silvo, who has died of cancer aged 75, was a singer and entertainer who performed in British folk clubs for more than 45 years. His wide-ranging repertoire, which ... more info

Guardian Music — You'd think the death of a band's figurehead might spell the end, but for Big Country and Thin Lizzy, finding a stand-in seemed the best way to honour their fallen leadersIt was October 2000, and Big Country were preparing for another gig. They had... more info

The Mirror — Keith Allen and Phil Daniels are to head the cast in a movie based on an infamous chart hoax which saw Alarm frontman Mike Peters score a hit with a spoof band. more info

Thrash Hits — This week we had a tough decision as to who we’d give our slightly-ridiculous award in recognition of immense facial growth. Mainly because the first non-British winner of the prize had two great rivals to the accolade within his own band. But des... more info

Mike Peters will hold an interactive internet based event using www.thealarm.com as a virtual stage over the course of the next 21 Days, posting videos and new information as well as taking questions. more info