XFM.co.uk — The legendary manager of the Sex Pistols dies of cancer aged 64. more info

MTV.com News — McLaren had been suffering from cancer 'for some time,' his spokesperson said.By James Montgomery Malcolm McLaren in 1984 Photo: Lisa Haun/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images Malcolm McLaren, the manager of infamous punk act the Sex Pistols ... more info

ContactMusic — Former SEX PISTOLS star JOHN LYDON is to make a cameo appearance in a movie about punk music.The singer - also known as Johnny Rotten - will appear in Theory and Practice,... more info

The Playlist — We never thought we'd use the words Sex Pistols and Madonna in the same sentence, but then again, there are a lot of things about the upcoming, and highly ambitious "W.E." that we couldn't believe we were reporting.The film, starring Vera Farmiga and... more info

This Scene Is Dead — Hooray for the holidays in the sun! Woke up this morning to start the first day of my short extended bank holiday weekend and it was a surprising bright and sunny day that greeted me. Not too sure on how the days ahead are going to be spent, but star... more info

Spinner.com — Legendary female punk group the Slits have announced a full UK and European tour to take place this May, around the group's festival appearances in the UK, Italy and Spain. Featuring founder members Ari Up and Tessa Pollitt, the band released thei... more info

Guardian Music — Loops writer Owen Hatherley explains how, in the city that helped break the Sex Pistols and Joy Division, property development became the new punk rockAlex HealeyMichael Tait more info

Guardian Music — When it comes to the NME myth-making process – and hating in others what they despise in themselves – Julie Burchill and Nick Kent take the cake"Karma", as the Dalai Lama has never actually been heard to say, but could certainly be forg... more info

Pitchfork — Photos by Tom Breihan; Above: Fucked Up Ryan Dombal's SXSW Reports: Wed | Thu | Fri | SatAmy Phillips' SXSW Reports: Wed | Thu | Fri |Sat Fucked Up [Red 7 Patio; 1:15 a.m.] Things you don't want to hear when you're waiting for D... more info

Guardian Music — They said a 90s revival could never happen – but it seems we're on the cusp of one already. Use your nostalgia toolbox wisely, peopleThe second album by the Danish pop act Alphabeat has been and largely gone, to reviews ranging from lukewarm t... more info