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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Led Zeppelin ‘IV’
Considering how this project has been so endlessly dissected, it might seem difficult to compile a list of 10 things you didn’t know about Led Zeppelin IV. But that’s just what we asked from George Case, author of Led Zeppelin FAQ: All That’s Left to Know About the Greatest Hard...
Kim Gordon calls Lana Del Rey 'conventional' and says she made her famous by mentioning her in book
Ex-Sonic Youth member originally criticised the singer in an early draft of her book Former Sonic Youth musician Kim Gordon has discussed recent comments she made about Lana Del Rey in an interview with author Bret Easton Ellis. Gordon recently appeared on Bret Easton Ellis' podcast, discussing, among other topics,...
Musikmesse 2016 promising more features for trade visitors
Messe is promising enhanced trade features for next year’s show in a bid to assure visitors that its trade focus has not been lost in the new concept. The new concept, which involves opening doors to the public for the entire show, was announced at Musikmesse 2015. According to organisers,...
Dave Smith removes five synths from his product line
Say goodbye to various Mophos, Tetra and Evolver Dave Smith Instruments has announced that it's trimming five synths from its product line. Although you'll still be able to buy the remaining stock from some dealers, no more Mopho, Mopho Keyboard, Mopho Keyboard SE, Tetra, and Evolver hardware will be produced....
Apple Music confirms it has 6.5 million paid subscribers, three times less than Spotify
Streaming platform becomes second most popular streaming service with 15 million customers overall Apple Music has announced that 6.5 million people have continued to use the service with a paid subscription after their initial three month free-trial period finished. The tech giant launched its new music streaming service in June,...
Martin Taylor on his favourite guitars and onstage nightmares
The jazz fingerstyle champion of the world confesses to an embarrassing past project and that he almost quit in the 80s as he takes on the 10 questions we ask everyone... 1. What was your first guitar and when did you get it? "I started playing the guitar when I...
Sam Smith drummer Jamiel Blake on big gigs, pop grooves and miming for TV
Jamiel on… Sam Smith “Sam’s gig is really authentic, simple. It’s about feel. There are certain things that Sam likes and when we rehearse he’ll be like, ‘Can you play this lower at this time?’ When you’re playing a song there are times you have a big chorus where you...
Stagg Continues To Grow Artist Line-Up
Stagg has expanded its artist family with the addition of Alter Eden drummer Simon Whitney. As part of his new partnership with the firm, Whitney will be using a mixture of Stagg products, including a 20" Myra Rock Ride, 13" DH Fat Hats via a 16" DH China and a...
ALBUM REVIEW - FUZZ – II
Artist: Fuzz Album: II Release Date: October 23, 2015. Label: In The Red. Formats: Digital, Vinyl, CD. Ty Segall produces music at such a relentless clip that it’s fair to ask when he has the time to actually sit down and absorb his influences. To picture him patiently digging through...
Wiz Khalifa's 'See You Again' video hits one billion views on YouTube
Khalifa's is the tenth music video to hit the elite mark Wiz Khalifa's 'See You Again' video has become the tenth YouTube video to top one billion views. 'See You Again' featured on the Soundtrack to Furious 7, and the movie is at the heart of the video. The track...
Taylor Swift's Extraordinary Career In Numbers - Infographic
Taylor Swift has achieved more in her relatively short career so far than most artists do in a lifetime. Of course, you've heard about the massive sales and the awards. Put into perspective her massive success with this infographic guide to her rise and rise. image: http://nme.assets.ipccdn.co.uk/images/2015TSInfographic_02_081015.jpg image: http://nme.assets.ipccdn.co.uk/images/2015TSInfographic_03_081015.jpg Source.
David Bowie has 'retired from touring', says promoter.
image: http://nme.assets.ipccdn.co.uk/images/2014Bowie_Press_311014.article_x4.jpg David Bowie will never tour again, according to one of the UK's biggest festival organisers. Although the iconic singer hasn't toured since a medical emergency in 2004, his 2013 album 'The Next Day' reignited rumours that he may return to the stage. Now, speaking to Music Week, Isle...