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Independents fight to keep the northern music scene alive

5043 days ago
Guardian MusicCan the north's independent music venues weather the economic blues? Allan Glen reports on the latest iconic venue to shut its doors in Hull and struggle for survival in SunderlandAs gestures go, the decision in June 1985 by The Housemartins to sign ... more info

"Paul's got bugger all to do til the end" - Gareth Los Campesinos! talks to Paul Heaton about his 's

5045 days ago
DrownedInSoundGareth Los Campesinos! talks to Paul Heaton from The Beautiful South about his new 'soul opera' The 8th... Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info

Sleeve notes: Stones, and Roses

5049 days ago
Guardian MusicCatch up with the last seven days in the world of musicIn the newsStone Roses reunion concerts to be boycotted by photographersRolling Stones unveil facelift for legendary lips logoLiam Gallagher starts singing Oasis songs againPete Doherty skips T i... more info

Paul Heaton presents The 8th: exclusive album stream

5051 days ago
Guardian MusicIt's not every day we offer you the chance to listen to an eight-part 'soul opera'. So let us know your thoughtsFor most people there are only seven deadly sins to worry about, but Paul Heaton's life is even more stressful. His "soul opera" concerns... more info

Happy hour again: Paul Heaton tours UK pubs on his bike

5072 days ago
Guardian MusicFormer Housemartin Paul Heaton is going on a pub tour of Britain, cycling from gig to gig. He tells Laura Barton why he can't write lyrics unless he's in Hull – and tunes unless he's in Gran CanariaIt's just after lunch and the King's Arms is heav... more info

Beautiful South - Paul Heaton To Take Soul Opera On Tour

5150 days ago
ContactMusicFormer The Beautiful South frontman Paul Heaton is to take his soul opera on the road this summer 12 playing six dates in England The 8th will be staged throughout July 12 and feature actor Reg E Cathey Heatons former Beautiful South bandmate Jac... more info

Paul Heaton - Paul Heaton Plans Cycling Tour For 50th Birthday

5175 days ago
ContactMusicFormer Beautiful South frontman Paul Heaton will celebrate his upcoming 50th birthday by cycling around the U K and Ireland The A Little Time singer will pedal from gig to gig throughout May and June 12 clocking up a total of 2500 miles 4023 kilome..... more info

Old music: The Housemartins – Sheep

5204 days ago
Guardian MusicThe essence of 1986 lies in the comfy knitwear and jangling guitars of the Housemartins. How could they have happened?"Nothing, like something, happens anywhere."There was one reason I went to Hull University. It wasn't the Humber Bridge, nor the wel... more info

Paul Heaton - Paul Heaton Becomes Pub Landlord

5260 days ago
ContactMusicReformed boozer Paul Heaton has become a pub landlord after purchasing a bar in his native England The former Beautiful South frontman purchased the Kings Arms in Salford because the opportunity to own a pub was too good a chance to miss Heaton... more info

Paul Heaton's The 8th – review

5404 days ago
Guardian MusicPavilion theatre, ManchesterAfter Björk's Biophilia giant ear trumpets and Damon Albarn's opera, the Manchester international festival has similarly jolted the former Beautiful South and Housemartins singer far from his comfort zone. Billed as "on... more info

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