ContactMusic — British singer Jamie T has been cleared of grievous bodily harm after a jury ruled he punched a man in self-defence. The Sticks 'N' Stones hitmaker, real name Jamie Treays, admitted hitting Giles Curties, but claimed he was intimidated by the male... more info
Stopcryingyourheartout.com — Britpop rabble rousers Oasis are no more, but three-quarters of the band, led by singer Liam Gallagher, will return on March 1 with Different Gear, Still Speeding, the debut album from their new rock outfit Beady Eye.Gallagher and former Oasis guitar... more info
Abeano —
Who?
Leeds-based five piece and one of the most exciting live bands you’ll see this year.
Why?
Makers of sweat-scented, scuzzy indie with a punk twist, they’re visceral and thrilling and will leave you in ruins. What more could you po... more info
Abeano —
Who?
Zoo Kid, aka Archie Marshall, is a teenage Londoner. His songs so far – Spring’s ‘Baby Blue’, ‘Ocean Bed’ plus most recent single ‘Out Getting Ribs’, – have ranged from reverbed oldies (think Spectrals) to fresh takes... more info
NME - The Daily Download — Whether you're at Reading, Leeds or Notting Hill this weekend it's looking like you're facing a wet one. So with that in mind, something tropical from South Londoners Rum Shebeen. Given this track, 'Tropical', and enough Captain Morgan's - plus a fai... more info
NME - Festivals — V Festival 2010 - Photo Gallery
So what was your V Festival highlight? Kings Of Leon, with their string of new songs from 'Come Around Sundown'?
Jamie T doing one of his last gigs before hitting the studio for album three? The Prodigy exhorting t... more info