Altsounds — The Charlatans have announced that The Verve's Pete Salisbury will act as stand in drummer for the UK tour whilst Jon Brookes recovers from his operation. Brookes, who collapsed on stage in Philadelphia last week, is preparing for his operation ... more info

ContactMusic — Former THE VERVE drummer PETE SALISBURY has joined THE CHARLATANS to replace JON BROOKES as he battles a brain tumour.The British band cancelled a string of shows in the... more info

The Mirror — Indie rockers The Charlatans will play their UK tour dates with The Verve's Pete Salisbury standing in for drummer Jon Brookes, who has been diagnosed with a brain tumour. more info

NME — Band announce tempoary drummer for UK tour more info

Gigwise — While he undergoes treatment for brain tumour... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Unbridled access to two of the country's biggest bands, a work ethic unmatched and a walk-the-walk rock 'n' roll attitude, Brian Cannon acted as Artistic Director for a number of projects with both Oasis and The Verve. He has also created work for a ... more info

Crazed Hits — Sonos have signed to Verve Records, home to artists such as Jaime Cullum and Diana Krall. The group was highlighted by us in November 2009. • Add Crazed Hits on Facebook: Click here • Follow Crazed Hits on Twitter: Click here • Add Crazed Hits... more info

Guardian Music — This Midlands singer calls his music B-boy soul and shares track space with the improbably titled ReggiiMentalHometown: Nottingham.The lineup: Matt Henshaw (vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards).The background: We don't want to be bossy or anything, but b... more info

Guardian Music — Two Door Cinema Club, On tourIf it once seemed the last refuge of the scoundrel, the last five years have seen indie dance become an almost respectable idea. Operating in a similar area to British groups like Foals and Friendly Fires – all fast BPM... more info

Mjsbigblog — Christmas Is The Time …. (To Say I Love You) is Katharine McPhee’s upcoming Christmas album, set to be released by Verve Forecast on October 12th. Check out the track list after the jump.  It’s a mix of traditional and cont... more info