Today marks the 19th anniversary of Kurt Cobain's death. As a dedicated fan I recently visited the Seattle park that has become a shrine to his memory to contemplate the Nirvana frontman’s legacy.
New stalking laws made me think that innocent song lyrics take on a whole new twist when you imagine the author creating a shrine for you in their basement ...
The former Smiths axe-man released a popular album this year, and live is as arresting a proposition as ever...
From humble beginnings in Caernarfon to decades of getting up close and personal with everyone from the Stones to Transvision Vamp via the Hanoi Rocks and Guns N' Roses, it's been a hell of a ride...
The thought of camping bring you out in a cold sweat? Fear not; here's my guide to the best innercity musical mash-ups....
The problem with music now is all it takes for someone to make an track is a Soundcloud account and Garage Band on their Mac. Quality is spread t...
After a thumping return to the music world with 'Light 'Em Up', Fall Out Boy differentiate substantially once again with 'The Phoenix', bringing ...
Desperate for a spot on the Radio 1 playlist? Just follow my easy guide and you'll be on the airwaves in no time...
Back in the day, when Jazz music was at its most popular, the cover artwork really "digged that crazy groove" as much as the music itself did...
It's not just background music: Frank Zappa's instrumental album, Hot Rats, was the soundtrack of the changing times in America
Why bother knocking out meaningful lyrics when you can fill up a decent song with 'La La la's'. If you don't like i...
Irvine was raving about music on Twitter so we asked him to put a playlist together.
Wu-Tang's chief clown might have been madder than sack of leathered Tasmanian Devils, but he could MC with the best...
Did I ever tell you the time I met Paul McCartney in the men's loos of Abbey Rd studios?
Our aim is true. Highlight some quality tunes that have become somewhat overlooked & forgotten. We post a few Neglected Nuggets every day. Join u...
Much has been expected of the debut from the Brum boys, but they have done little to justify the hype...
The dapper singer has been on our radar for a while now, so we decided to get up close and personal with the crooner ahead of his debut album rel...
There's nothing like going absolutely mental at a rock festival, especially when you're up to your knees in mud... Ready, set, MOSH!
Here's The Wonder Stuff calling back all their fans with one of the most impressive comeback records of our time. It's time to pull up a chair and grab a drink, they've saved their best songs for last.
My Chemical Romance officially split up over the weekend after 12 years as the staple band for any teenage emo. I'm...
No hyperbole intended, The 20/20 Experience is a masterclass in writing, production and sheer ambition.
It was ace to see one of my favourite American bands play in Manchester, but I didn't expect to be asked to take pa...
From an allergic reaction to weed killer, a crushing by a giant hay bale to choking on a cocktail cherry... just be...
Referencing pop-culture probably seemed like a good idea at the time but, in retrospect, it can make things end up sounding hilariously quaint...
Beyonce’s desperate recent attempts to stay relevant have only left her seeming bitter and out of touch. Whilst she has prided herself so far o...
While the set list wasn't perfect and could've done with a few more old songs, the Ayrshire trio have just released the album of their career and...
So just as they were back it's over, but Girls Aloud leave a musical legacy to be proud of and we should remember them as girls who were loud, pr...
Some of the greatest emcees were tragically killed before their time, and never got to really cement their legacy i...
With Suede’s first new album in over a decade out this week, we look back at their critically acclaimed album Dog...
If you like your music with a dash of the dramatic, you need to check out the Icelandic soundscape peddler...
Even whilst recovering from a seizure that occurred over the weekend, people still can't stop hating on Lil Wayne. ...
This rapping duo take shrooms and drop acid as opposed to "popping Cristal and skeetin on hoes". Welcome to the world of The Underachievers and their third eye rap lyrics...
Watch our live session with the East London-based five-piece, whose sound is reminiscent of 70s New York rock, as they perform their new single...
Smart lyrics, incredible musicianship and big, gut-busting choruses - The Hold Steady are my favourite rock and roll band. Here’s the history of me and them.
Aretha, Donna, Prince and Aphex are all good friends that have saved my bacon over the years...
Traditionally, the concept album has been limited to Dungeons & Dragon playing metal bands. Recently however, a mul...
A neglected cupboard of CD's rebuilt as a skyline of plastic on the kitchen table and the most amazing soundtrack y...
I sat down with the pair of analogue obsessives and authors of the brilliant Recording The Beatles following one of...
Offerings this week span from glam rock aliens to Dickensian classics, plus the ...
Today's Champions League final is set to be a cracker, grab hold of a few of the...
The mephedrone craze defined a new generation of drug users. The subsequent out...
WIth hundreds of the best new bands and a whole seaside to splash about in, it's...
A tiny fishing village just 40 years ago, it became notorious as destination for...
Big hair, bouffants and the odd right-hander. For a generation of men these sire...
Formula One is full of rockstars, but which bands would formula one teams be?
It was a fellow squaddie's 18th birthday and we headed for an infamous Soho sex ...
He might be best known for indie singalongs of the highest order, but the former...
Oh, you're making a joke about gravy miners are you? How very fucking droll...
Spurn Point is a little-known wonder of the British Isles; a slice of paradise t...
Some TV characters are blessed with charm and good looks, some roll off lines of...
This year the White House comes under threat twice. First in Antoine Fuqua’s O...
Why spend your money on expensive sex toys when you can have a great time using ...
Look, I'm glad I've shifted the blubber but that was the easy part. Now I can't ...
American indie supergroup The Postal Service lulled Brixton Academy into an elec...
'Organic' is touted as being better for the environment and your health, but rar...
The former graffiti artist opens Fire Sale this week, an exhibition of his artwo...
Things don't always happen like they do in the movies...
Everyone deserves to watch a grand prix from a private yacht at least once in th...