LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy is set to launch his own line of coffee, according to reports.

Ringo Starr has said that he will never write his autobiography.

Feist is set to play a trio of UK dates as part of a newly announced world tour.

Orbital have announced that they will be headlining this summer's Secret Garden Party and Beatherder festivals.

Neil Young has claimed that late Apple boss Steve Jobs would have helped preserve the sound quality of vinyl.

Lots of goodness in the playlist this week, but before we get there, a quick heads-up for the new issue of Uncut which should be out about now.

Dry The River, A Winged Victory For The Sullen and Perfume Genius are among the bands confirmed to play sets at The Great Escape this year. The Brighton festival, which takes place between May 10 and 12 at various venues in the city, has announced its first set of artists, with many more to be confirmed in the coming weeks. Also among the first acts announced for the festival are Zulu Winter, Django Django, Grimes, Spector and Howler.