Stereogum — Scott Weiland definitely wants us to think he’s cool. On his website, the Stone Temple Pilots frontman is selling a digital-only comp that features covers of cool songs, all curated in a weirdly showy way. It’s pretty ballsy to start your cover a... more info

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Stopcryingyourheartout.com — On August 10th 1996, Oasis played the first of two nights at Knebworth. Support for the two days included TheProdigy, Ocean Colour Scene, Charlatans, Manic Street Preachers, Kula Shaker and Dreadzone.Below is a review and videos from THE TIMES of the... more info

We Like it Lossless! — Melodic / 2006Taking their peculiar name from a slogan once found on the fair streets of central Manchester, WFANFC evoke more than just their hometown's signposts on their eponymous debut. Unafraid to wear their influences on their sleeves, three tr... more info

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Guardian Music — The city has an illustrious musical history - but how much do the current hot bands care? Not much, apparentlyHot, often half-naked new Manchester band Wu Lyf ruffled feathers recently when they told the Guardian that the city's illustrious musical h... more info

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Guardian Music — Retro guitar heroes rocking a tuneful Verve vibe, Born Blonde have arrived 15 years too late for Britpop. Not that it'll stop themHometown: London.The lineup: Joshua Lloyd-Watson (bass), Tom McFarland (keyboards, guitar, vocals), George Day (drums), ... more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — He may be a devoted dad, but Liam Gallagher is still berating everything in sight, including his “Louis Walsh”-esque brother. Jimi Famurewa ducks for coverWith a frightening snarl on his lips and his hand an inch from our face, Liam Gallagher is ... more info

Gigwise — He backs band to get back together... more info