Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Former Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher says that he doesn’t like being a frontman because he is very lazy and the job requires a lot of hard work.‘There’s a lot of work involved in this and I’m a lazy ****. But I think I’ll be alright. I’d... more info

Guardian Music — So the Mercury prize ignores heavy metal? That's just how things should beI love protests at music industry awards ceremony, usually because they're the single most interesting thing that happens at an otherwise dreary event. A few years ago, I parti... more info

DrownedInSound — Legendary guitarist Nick McCabe talks about his new band, The Black Ships, consisting of members of Portishead, Goldfrapp and The Verve, their unique approach to recording, the state of the record industry and what went wrong with Richard Ashcroft. ... more info

Guardian Music — Retro guitar heroes rocking a tuneful Verve vibe, Born Blonde have arrived 15 years too late for Britpop. Not that it'll stop themHometown: London.The lineup: Joshua Lloyd-Watson (bass), Tom McFarland (keyboards, guitar, vocals), George Day (drums), ... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — The RXP TakLiberty Fetival will take place on two stages on September 18 at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ. The radio station (current home of Pinfield) festival features performances by Coldplay, Richard Ashcroft (The Verve), Two Door... more info

Guardian Music — Another artist has found his place at the intersection of Jeff Buckley Street and Radiohead BoulevardHometown: Leeds.The lineup: Paul Thomas Saunders (vocals, music).The background: What are the two most influential – though not necessarily best â€... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — On Sunday 3rd April Beady Eye were one of several acts to perform at a benefit to raise money for the British Red Cross Japan Tsunami Appeal. The Coral, Graham Coxon, Paul Weller, Kelly Jones, Primal Scream and Richard Ashcroft all played sets to a s... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — 'MILLIONAIRE':Beady Eye's second single 'Millionaire' is released through their record label Beady Eye Records on May 2nd. The 7" single is backed with live favourite 'Man Of Misery'. The digital bundle also comes with the video.The limited edition n... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Last Sunday Beady Eye were one of several acts to perform at a benefit to raise money for the British Red Cross Japan Tsunami Appeal. The Coral, Graham Coxon, Paul Weller, Kelly Jones, Primal Scream and Richard Ashcroft all played sets to a sell out ... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Yoko Ono has thanked Liam Gallagher for his support he has given to the people of Japan, following the devastating Tsunami that hit the country last month. Yoko Tweeted earlier today today: 'Thank you, Liam. It's nice to know that you are there with ... more info