DrownedInSound — Some good bands playing in the back of black cabs. Read the full story on DrownedinSound.com more info

I Like Music — Has unveiled details of a UK headline tour in October 2010. His new single, Am I Just A Man, is out now more info

Gigwise — The singer outlines seven dates... more info

Altsounds — Steve Mason has just unveiled details of a UK headline tour in October. This summer has seen Steve play his first shows and make a number of acclaimed festival appearances including slots at both Glastonbury and Field Day. The full list of Steve... more info

NME — Former Beta Band man hits the road this October more info

NME - Festivals — Champagne, CSI and an underwater disco - here are the 10 things we learnt at Standon Calling... The Magic Numbers should have gone sock wrestling. We caught up with Magic Numbers backstage and asked them whether they've got more demanding when requ... more info

Nialler9 — The second single from Steve Mason’s Richard X-produced album Boys Outside has an undeniable Beta Band rhythm to it and that is no bad thing. Barry has an Alexis Taylor of Hot Chip remix of the track. more info

Guardian Music — Calvin Johnson, On tourRecord label pioneer, eccentric performer, friend of Kurt Cobain …Calvin Johnson is an example of that great oxymoron: indie royalty. And with good reason: as the founder of K records – and also in his bands Beat Happening ... more info

Discobelle.net — Well, hello there Studio! We’ve missed you like crazy and glad to hear that you’re back. The remix of the new Steve Mason single track “Am I Just A Man” from the Gothenburg princes of balearic chugs along for more than 6 splendid minutes fill... more info

NME - Festivals — Guerrilla bake sales, a tug of war and The Fall - it could only be Field Day in London's, thankfully, sunny Victoria Park. Here are the ten things we learnt there. 1. Erland And The Carnival went on too early Erland And The Carnival took to the Fie... more info