Guardian Music — Brudenell Social Club, LeedsSinger La Roux recently pronounced the electro genre "over" – perhaps because of an upsurge of balding 1980s originals whose careers have been revived by young electro bands. Whatever the actual reason, younger bands do ... more info

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Addict Music — Before the release of their new album we caught up with the band to discuss making the record, New York and that recent Egyptian Hip Hop outburst... more info

NME - The Daily Download — With the weekend's Swn Festival edging ever closer, Huw Stephens presents the second batch of new bands for your aural stimulation. Egyptian Hip Hop “We love Manchester's Egyptian Hip Hop; their not-to-be-second-guessed vibes, their melodies, the... more info

NME — Walls, Fixers and Mount Kimbie also perform at various venues across Manchester more info

NME - The Video Blog — Watch the psychedelic new clip for Egyptian Hip Hop's new single, only on NME.COM. more info

Altsounds — XOYO, 32 - 37 COWPER STREET EC2A 4AP London party promoters, Eat Your Own Ears, have put together series of special live shows at East London's latest venue, XOYO. Taking place throughout October and November, the eclectic line up includes hotly ... more info

NME — Warpaint, Egyptian Hip Hop and !!! are also scheduled to play ticketed gigs at the festival more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Bands explain why the city's latest sounds are so different from its 'great past' The Manchester music is buzzing - but don't expect a repeat of the stylistic driven scenes of the past, the city's new bands have told NME.With the likes of Hurts, Ever... more info

DrownedInSound — Some Reptiles Developed Wings tells us a few things about Egyptian Hip-Hop. 1) They most definitely have something special; 2) It’s a long way from being realised just yet; 3) Ultimately these four boys are just weird enough to subvert the norm and... more info