ContactMusic — Happy Mondays dancer Bez pulled out of the cult bands upcoming reunion tour because years of bouncing around on stage has left him with a debilitating groin injury The percussionist ruled himself out of performing with the Step On hitmakers when they... more info

ContactMusic — Reformed rock wildman Shaun Ryder feels physically sick when hes reminded of his drug-taking past The Happy Mondays frontman battled addictions to heroin and crack cocaine during his heyday in the early 1990s but he finally kicked his drug demons for... more info

Gigwise — Happy Mondays frontman reveals physical reaction to former drug addiction more info

Guardian Music — Mike Skinner emerged from the Birmingham garage scene, a musician poet who captivated a generation of fans with his wit and honesty. Now he writes about those years – the binges, the feuds, the need for authenticity that would end in illness and... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — 'They're great musicians with great songs', says Gallagher.Noel Gallagher has said The Stone Roses' Heaton Park reunion gigs are "going to be mega".The former Oasis man has said he is looking forward to the historic gigs, which are due to take place ... more info

Gigwise — Shaun Ryder also reveals dancer Bez will join reunion, despite previous denials more info

ContactMusic — Shaun Ryder credits the Stone Roses for the Happy Mondays reunion The frontman admitted it was the fellow Manchester group getting back together which propelled his own band to reunite their original line up He explained to the Yorkshire Ev... more info

Guardian Music — With lineups including David Guetta, Nicki Minaj, the Darkness, Emilé Sande, Simple Minds, Dappy and Tinie Tempah – and an American Idol winner at Knebworth – it's hard to work out who they're aimed at this yearExamining the listings for Knebwor... more info

ContactMusic — Happy Mondays star Bez is set to be a grandfather The dancer and percussionist became an integral member of the cult British band during their heyday in the early 1990s and was expected to hit the road with them when they reunite for a tour in May 12... more info

Guardian Music — Maraca-waving dancer says he is 'too old' to join Manchester band on reunion tour in MayThe years of melon-twisting and maraca-waving have taken their toll on the Happy Mondays' celebrated non-musical member, and Bez has said he will not be joining t... more info