Guardian Music — The revival of 90s bands is big business – but does the world really need the epic Steps melodies of 5, 6, 7, 8 again?Steps have topped the Official Albums Chart this week with their second greatest hits album – The Ultimate Collection. It's been... more info

Guardian Music — Where does the Take That star and X Factor judge find the time to knock out all his songs?As a teenager, Gary Barlow imagined that writing a million love songs was the perfect expression of how boundless his love could be. In 2011 his compliment wor... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Noel Gallagher has described the X Factor as 'great' but criticised the show for allowing under 18s to compete, saying girls are particularly vulnerable to the pressures of fame.The former Oasis star co-hosted the Absolute Radio Christian O'Connell B... more info

MTV.co.uk News — The X Factor head judge Gary Barlow has admitted he suffered a severe bout of depression when Take That split in 1996.Barlow, who has replaced Simon Cowell on this year's series of the talent show,... more info

ContactMusic — Robbie Williams is reportedly in talks to re-join Take That for a performance the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in London next year 12 The singer rejoined his former bandmates in 2010 14 years after quitting the group and he exited once again... more info

NME — Singer opens up about his days in the wilderness more info

ContactMusic — Gary Barlow doesnt enjoy his number one records The Take That singer - who has written most of the bands biggest hits including UK number one singles Pray Babe Back For Good Never Forget Greatest Day and Shine - says hes so drive... more info

Guardian Music — After Take That split, Gary Barlow retreated to his Cheshire mansion, driven to despair by his failure to write new hits. Now he's back and more popular than ever. He talks to Barbara Ellen about family, feuds and stepping into Simon Cowell's shoesGa... more info

Guardian Music — The singer describes his darkest times in a frank interview for the Observer MagazineGary Barlow has revealed how he was driven into a deep depression after Take That split up – to the point where he would refuse to sing and attempted to disguise h... more info

Guardian Music — The absence of Lady Gaga at this year's Brits accidentally opened the door to Mumford & Sons and an Ed Sheeran-fronted new wave of beige popAll pop scenes have their defining moments. Britpop's was the Blur v Oasis chart battle; with punk it was the ... more info