Gigwise — Who died yeserday aged 42... more info

Guardian Music — Forest Fire, On tourWith their acoustic guitars and outdoorsy name, it's little wonder Forest Fire have convinced some they're a folk group. In fact, this Brooklyn band are pretty much textbook literate indie rock. Two albums in, Forest Fire are all ... more info

Guardian Music — Elbow commissioned to write BBC Olympic theme tune as plans for Proms, Shakespeare season and Radio 1 event revealedThe BBC will mark next year's Olympics with a star-studded Shakespeare season and three of the biggest music events of 2012 – along ... more info

Gigwise — Band will play free event next year... more info

Guardian Music — This London 'mini-army' look set to conquer the airwaves next year with their euphoric rave-grime popHometown: Mitcham.The lineup: Clement (raps), Kojo (vocals), Stacey (keyboards), Johnny (bass), Rich (guitar), Dan (guitar), Dion (drums).The backgro... more info

Gigwise — Pair seen out in London... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — Labrinth has announced his debut UK Tour for early next year. Labrinth has rapidly become one of the most significant emerging artists of the past 18 months. Already the most sought after producer in the game, he has worked with Tinie Tempah, Gorilla... more info

NME — Ben Drew admits he's losing sleep over hectic schedule more info

Gigwise — Singer says he's too busy... more info

Altsounds — In the run up to the release of their debut single 'We Make', Concrete Disco will be playing a couple of live shows across London in November. * November 5th Scandalism @Queen Of Hoxton, London * November 26th Fancy Footwork @ Plan B, Brixton, Lon... more info