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Hiss Golden Messenger announce new album, Lateness Of Dancers

Hiss Golden Messenger has announced details of a new album, Lateness Of Dancers. Lateness Of Dancers is the fifth by Hiss Golden Messenger - the alias of songwriter and singer M.C. Taylor. It is due for release on September 15 on Merge Records. Scroll down to watch a trailer for the album.

Ozzy Osbourne: “I’m up for another Black Sabbath album and tour”

Ozzy Osbourne has revealed that there is a possibility for a new Black Sabbath album. The band took part in a press conference at this years Sweden Rock Festival in Sölvesborg on Friday [June 6]. The group discussed their plans for the future, and hinted that a new album may be in the works. "We haven't really discussed it. It is possible there's gonna be another album," said Osbourne. "But we haven't really sat down and decided what we're gonna do yet. We just wanna finish this tour and then we'll see."

Watch Arcade Fire cover The Smiths

Arcade Fire covered The Smiths' "London" during their second show at London's Earls Court on Saturday night [June 7]. The band played the track during Saturday's show, which saw the band supported by Lorde. On the previous night's performance the band were joined by Ian McCulloch to perform the Echo And The Bunnymen track 'The Cutter'.

The Kinks discuss latest reunion plans

The Kinks appear to be close to reuniting, according to Ray Davies in a new interview in The Sunday Times yesterday [June 8]. Speaking about the possibility of reuniting with his brother, Dave, Ray Davies confirmed, “I met Dave only last week to talk about getting back together again." “We’ve also spoken a few times on the phone and emailed. He’s been composing his own songs, but I’d really like to write with him again.” “We both agree we don’t want to do old stuff or tour with past hits,” continued Davies. “It’s got to be something new.”

Beastie Boys win $1.7 million lawsuit

The surviving members of the Beastie Boys have won $1.7 million (£1.01 million) in their copyright lawsuit against Monster Beverage Corp. The case centred on a video created by the corporation which used five Beastie Boys songs in a "Beastie Boys Megamix" and flashed the message "RIP MCA" on screen to promote a show in 2012 without the band's knowledge or permission. The late Adam 'MCA' Yauch stated in his will that his likeness or art, including his work with the Beastie Boys, was not to be used for advertising purposes.

Morrissey postpones another gig on American tour

Morrissey has pulled another show on his current American tour. The singer was recently forced to cancel a gig in Atlanta, Georgia after being struck down by illness and he has now postponed tomorrow's show (June 6) at the Revel Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. A statement on Morrissey's Facebook page says the gig will now take place at the same venue on June 22.

Robert Plant: Jimmy Page needs to “have a good rest”

Robert Plant has responded to Jimmy Page's claim that he is "fed up" with the singer for delaying plans for reunion shows by saying the guitarist needs to "have a good rest". The band last played together in December 2007 at London's O2 Arena, but singer Plant has ruled out the possibility of a follow-up concert any time soon.

Listen to new Jeff Tweedy song, “I’ll Sing It”

Jeff Tweedy has released a new song, "I'll Sing It", taken from his forthcoming album, Sukierae. According to Glide, the album is released on September 16 through Tweedy's own dBpm Records. Sukierae contains 20 new songs, performed by Tweedy along with his 18-year-old son, drummer Spencer.

Glastonbury stage times announced

The stage times for this month's Glastonbury festival have been revealed. Scroll down for information on the timings for the Pyramid Stage, Other Stage, West Holts Stage, The Park Stage, John Peel Stage Acoustic Tent and Avalon Stage. Glastonbury 2014 takes place on Worthy Farm over June 27-29, with the gates to festival opening on June 25. Pyramid Stage Friday Arcade Fire 22.00-23.45 Elbow 20.00-21.15 Lily Allen 18.30-19.30 Rudimental 16.45-17.45 De La Soul 15.15-16.15 Rodrigo y Gabriela 13.45-14.45 The War on Drugs 12.30-13.15
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