Stereoboard Talk To Dan Le Sac About His Recently Released Solo Album 'Space Between The Words'
Ten minutes chatting to the pro producer, behemoth of beats and generally pleasant guy to talk to, Daniel Stephens a.k.a. Dan le Sac. Dan is mainly known for his work as half of Dan le Sac V. Scroobius Pip, the guy who makes the music for Pip to put words to but has now (well as of the ninth of July this year) released a solo album. We started off talking about the album 'Space Between The Words'.
Written by: Luke Bailey | Date: Tuesday, 11 September 2012
Tour Of The Week - The Killers - Tickets On Sale Now
The Killers have announced their first UK tour in four years. The Las Vegas group, whose hotly-anticipated fourth studio album, 'Battle Born', is released on September 17th, will play shows starting in Glasgow on 26th October and ending with two nights at London’s 02 Arena. The Killers Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 07 September 2012
Metal Music: Why Is It Still A Scapegoat? (Marilyn Manson, Rammstein Feature)
It's not uncommon to flick on the news nowadays and find some form of violence being reported on. That in itself is a shame, and it's a scary fact, but what is often being brought into the equation is music, and more often than not (that's being generous), it's being portrayed negatively. But why is this still happening?
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Thursday, 30 August 2012
Soul Britannia (Beverley Knight, Joss Stone, Michael Kiwanuka, Dionne Bromfield Feature)
Since borrowing and evolving from the original African-American experience, pinching it’s favourites from blues, jazz and gospel, over 50 years on from it’s inception – and Britain proves it’s still got an appetite for not only producing – but consuming Soul in colossal quantities.
Written by: Josh Adams | Date: Wednesday, 29 August 2012
Stereoboard Talks To Daniel O’Sullivan (Mothlite, Ulver & More) About His Many Projects
Someone really doesn’t want me to talk to Daniel O’Sullivan. I’ve tried to get him on the phone three times now and each time the signal has cut out. Fourth time lucky, the 32-year-old multi-instrumentalist calls me back and everything seems to be going according to plan. “Let’s keep our fingers crossed”, O’Sullivan suggests before we begin talking about his most recent released venture, the new album by his Mothlite project.
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Tuesday, 28 August 2012
Stereoboard Look At The Secret Sets Of The Reading And Leeds Festivals
Usually, the biggest bands you'll find at festivals are nestled snugly (and rightfully) at the top of the bill. As the line-up is gradually revealed, more mammoth names join the fold, but then - just to keep fans on their toes - sometimes there are secrets lurking, too exciting for the poster.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Friday, 24 August 2012
Stereoboard Look At The History Of This Weekend's Reading And Leeds Festivals
Year in and year out, Reading and Leeds Festival signals the end of what many music lovers spend months waiting for: summer's festival season. While there are some others doused throughout September onwards, the final weekend in August always brings out massive names to see summer off with a bang, and 2012 is no different. This year plays host to names including The Cure, Foo Fighters, Florence and the Machine and the Black Keys, but what about the history of the festival?
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Wednesday, 22 August 2012
Stereoboard Recommendations For The Reading And Leeds Festival Line-Up 2012
Year in and year out, Reading and Leeds Festivals signify the end of festival season, the end of summer and the jolt back to reality for many students. As each year brings in big names for thousands to enjoy, 2012 has proven no different with the likes of The Cure, Florence and the Machine, Foo Fighters, Paramore and Kasabian all sitting neatly at the top of the bill.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 20 August 2012
Scissor Sisters Perform On New York Rooftop For Paco Rabanne "Black XS Excessive Session"
On 9th July 2012, myself and seven lucky bloggers from Europe and the US had the amazing opportunity to attend one of the most sensational live music events I have ever experienced.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 17 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Sucioperro Drummer Fergus Munro Following The Unveiling Of Fourth Album 'Fused'
With the band having recently unveiled fourth album 'Fused', Stereoboard took the opportunity to have a chat with Sucioperro drummer Fergus Munro…
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Friday, 17 August 2012
Tour Of The Week - Keane - Tickets On Sale Now
Following the release of latest album 'Strangeland', as well as a run of shows in June, Keane are to tour the UK this autumn. Keane Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Tuesday, 14 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Rising UK Metallers While She Sleeps Ahead Of The Release Of Their New Album
Stereoboard caught up with While She Sleeps guitarist Sean Long to discuss the band’s new record, the awesome 'This is the Six'...
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Friday, 10 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Scouting For Girls Ahead Of The Release Of New Album 'The Light Between Us'
London based pop-rockers Scouting For Girls smashed their way into the charts back in the summer of 2007 with addictive sing-a-long tune 'She's So Lovely' and their self-titled No.1 debut album. Hit single after hit single made the band a household name, and for the last two years, they've been working hard on their third album. In preparation for the release, Stereoboard caught up with the band to see if those two years have felt like a lifetime.
Written by: Katie Territt | Date: Wednesday, 08 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To The Candlepark Stars About The New Album, Inspiration & What The Future Holds
LA based film and television composer Kerry Muzzey returns with 'Take Care and Safe Home', his sixth outing under the moniker The Candlepark Stars. Seen by Muzzey as the last of a three album arc that began with last years 'All the Little Things' and continued with the beautiful 'We Give and We Get', the new album is yet another blissful collection of cinematic post rock. Stereoboard recently caught up with the very talented composer to find out more about the new album, its inspiration and what the future holds for The Candlepark Stars.
Written by: Patrick Gormley | Date: Tuesday, 07 August 2012
Tour Of The Week - Slash - Tickets On Sale Now
Legendary guitarist Slash has confirmed a 5-date UK tour for October. Slash Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 06 August 2012
The Best Of Modern British Music (Olympic Opening Ceremony Feature)
One thing the Olympics sought to do in its opening ceremony was celebrate some of the biggest hits and acts in Britain's history, and that in itself proved pretty nostalgic. But a country's musical credit is not all based on its heritage and classics, it's also about the new breed of bands and musicians who are continuing the legacy.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Thursday, 02 August 2012
Stereoboard Talks To The Futureheads About A Capella & Why Food Can Make All The Difference On Tour
Well I want to talk to you first of all about your latest record, 'Rant'. How did you come up with the concept for that record?
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Thursday, 02 August 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Polish Black Metallers Behemoth Ahead Of Their Bloodstock Headline Performance
Firstly I ought to ask you how you’re feeling about returning to ‘action’ so to speak after your terrible problems with illness. What’s it been like returning to playing with Behemoth?
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Wednesday, 01 August 2012
Best Of British: Where Were The Classics? (2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony Feature)
Though the Olympics did a relatively good job in soundtracking the history and evolution of British music, it's unsurprising that some of the classics had to be left out. As more of a rock 'n' roller, the real big names that spring to mind are of an alternative nature, but there are some longstanding names in British music who weren't recognised in the list. And, since I'm sure Morrissey is crying in a corner somewhere, this is for you guys...
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Tuesday, 31 July 2012
Best Of British: The Olympic Playlist (2012 London Olympics Opening Ceremony Feature)
With all eyes focussed on London on the evening of July 27th, they had to pull out a blinder to celebrate all that was British and then some. Love it or loathe it, the ceremony caused laughter and smiles to millions and was soundtracked by some of the country's most iconic songs. But what was deemed worthy enough to represent our musical history as we put on the biggest show on earth for one night only?
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 30 July 2012
Tour Of The Week - Elbow - Tickets On Sale Now
Following the announcement of the release of their anticipated B-sides album 'Dead In The Boot', Elbow have confirmed dates for a UK arena tour in November and December. Elbow Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 30 July 2012
Stereoboard Talk To UK Thrash Metal Titans Evile Ahead Of Their Appearance At This Year’s Bloodstock
Hi Ol, nice to be talking to you. How are things? Things are pretty great at the moment actually, thanks.
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Monday, 30 July 2012
My Chemical Romance: Three Cheers For Ten Years (My Chemical Romance Feature)
Everyone seems to have a band that really provoked your love of music, and for me that band - gulp - is My Chemical Romance. I am aware of the stigmas, the opinions, the tags that go along with them, yet I'm not alone in this sentiment. So as today - July 23rd 2012 - marks the 10th anniversary of their debut record 'I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love', I thought it seemed the best time to ramble aimlessly about what made them so important and the transformations they've undergone in the last ten years. If anyone cares about my opinion...
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 23 July 2012
Tour Of The Week - Evanescence - Tickets On Sale Now
Grammy Award winning rock band Evanescence have announced their return to the UK for the first time since their brief visit in November 2011. Evanescence Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Monday, 23 July 2012
Tour Of The Week - Band Of Horses - Tickets On Sale Now
American indie-rockers Band of Horses have announced their UK return, confirming a tour for November. The new run of live shows will come following the release of the band’s fourth studio album 'Mirage Rock,' set for release on Monday 17th September. Band Of Horses Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 13 July 2012
Newton Faulkner Reveals His Favourite YouTube Videos (Newton Faulkner Feature)
Five years since he stepped into the music spotlight with acclaimed debut album 'Hand Built By Robots', Newton Faulkner has released his new album ‘Write It On Your Skin’. Now, nearly three years since the release of his second album ‘Rebuilt by Humans', Newton Faulkner hopes to continue his success built upon singles such as ‘Dream Catch Me,' with a new batch of songs on what will be his third studio offering.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Thursday, 12 July 2012
Tour Of The Week - Status Quo 'QuoFest 2012' - Tickets On Sale Now
Britain’s best-loved rockers Status Quo will be performing live across the UK in December under the banner of their annual 'QuoFestive' winter tour. Status Quo 'QuoFestive' Tickets are on on sale now.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 06 July 2012
Gone Commercial: Rock Stars Appearing In TV Advertisements (Sex Pistols, Slash, Motorhead Feature)
The notion of getting a celebrity to advertise your product to draw more attention isn't a new one, but there's certainly something extra to be gained from creating something weird. Metal lords promoting butter? Shock rockers promoting family hotels? While Katy Perry and Avril Lavigne appearing in spot commercials stick in your mind for the next few minutes, it's the weird and wonderful that stand out long-term.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Tuesday, 03 July 2012
Stereoboard Look At Guns N' Roses As The 25th Anniversary For 'Appetite For Destruction' Draws Near
The 21st of July marks the 25th anniversary of one of the most iconic albums in rock 'n' roll, if not the most iconic. Back in 1987, Guns N' Roses were at their prime and 'Appetite For Destruction' catapulted them to dizzying heights of glamour and excess, fame and fortune. That was, of course, until it all fell apart.
Stereoboard Look At Positives & Negatives Of Festivals & The Great British Summer (Festival Feature)
Hosting festivals across the summer is no coincidence. It's just a given that we'd rather spend days watching bands in the glorious sunshine as opposed to in the midst of a snowy winter. But that's not how nature works. "Oh, T in the Park's this weekend? Best make sure the sun's out." As a UK resident, we understand the unpredictability of our weather and that's probably a fair explanation as to why we always take wellies to festivals... just in case.
Tour Of The Week - The Gaslight Anthem - Tickets On Sale Now
Following their triumphant return to the UK at their sold out show at KOKO - The Gaslight Anthem have announced a run of UK tour dates this Autumn. The shows are the first in support of their anticipated fourth album, 'Handwritten', out July 23rd on Mercury Records. The Gaslight Anthem Tickets are ON SALE NOW.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 29 June 2012
Tradegy At Music Festivals & Concerts (Radiohead, Guns N' Roses, The Who, Slipknot, Pantera Feature)
For many, going to shows is a staple hobby, a place for fun and revelling in your love of music. Music has an ability to unite people like little else can, yet we forget that everything in life has an element of risk and danger. A stark reminder of this came at Radiohead's recent Toronto show as the stage collapsed, killing a member of crew. Sadly this isn't the first fatal incident at a show, and sadly it won't likely be the last.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Friday, 29 June 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Daniel Powter Ahead Of The Release Of Comeback Album 'Turn On The Lights'
Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Daniel Powter has announced his return to the international music scene with his brand new album ‘Turn On The Lights’ on 16th July. Kicking off with lead single ‘Cupid’, also release on 16th July, it’s obvious that Canadian born Powter is an artist reenergized. Check out what Daniel had to say when Stereoboard caught up with him earlier this week.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Tuesday, 26 June 2012
Stereoboard Speak To Founding Member Of The Eagles Glenn Frey About His New Album 'After Hours'
With so much contrast in all aspects of music today, it's refreshing to find someone with a career spanning four decades who still appreciates it as something wonderful. Founding member of The Eagles, Glenn Frey has had his share of solo successes outside the band, yet his latest offering 'After Hours' feels a much more personal affair. A string of love songs, each track that made the cut seems to have an added relevance to either his own or his parents respective eras, so much so he notes, "It's more about the music than it is about me, I'm just the messenger for this project."
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 25 June 2012
Tour Of The Week - Bloc Party - Tickets On Sale Now
Bloc Party have confirmed details of an extended run of shows in the UK this coming October. Bloc Party Tickets are on sale now. Click Here to Compare & Buy Bloc Party Tickets.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 22 June 2012
Stereoboard Talk To Ex-Dream Theater Sticksman Mike Portnoy About New Super Group Adrenaline Mob
Legendary ex-Dream Theater sticksman Mike Portnoy has taken time out of his schedule to chat with Stereoboard about what fans can expect from the upcoming debut live tour with heavy metal super group Adrenaline Mob (Mike Portnoy, Russell Allen, Mike Orlando and John Moyer). 2012 is shaping up to be some year for Adrenaline Mob who released their new vicious slap 'Omertá', via Century Media Records this spring, reaching Number 5 on the US Billboard Rock Album Chart and also landing Number 62 on the Billboard Top 200.
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Monday, 18 June 2012
Tour Of The Week - Alice Cooper 'Halloween Night Of Fear III' - Tickets On Sale Now
Shock-rocking legend Alice Cooper has unveiled he will take his 'Halloween Night Of Fear III' on tour across the UK in October. Support on Alice's autumn trek comes from Loaded and Ugly Kid Joe.
Written by: Jon Stickler | Date: Friday, 15 June 2012
Stereoboard Catch Up With Newton Faulkner About His Time Away & New Album 'Write It On Your Skin'
It’s been a huge five years since Newton Faulkner burst onto the music scene and into our CD collections with his fantastic debut album ‘Hand Built by Robots’. The talented singer-songwriter became a household name with his single releases, particularly the wonderful ‘Dream Catch Me’. It’s now been almost three years since his second long-player, ‘Rebuilt by Humans’, and Newton is finally on the verge of releasing his third album, ‘Write It On Your Skin’. Stereoboard caught up with the gifted star to find out what he’s been up to during that time off.
Written by: Katie Territt | Date: Thursday, 14 June 2012
Stereoboard Talk With The Offspring About Revisiting 'Ignition' On Tour & New Album 'Days Go By'
Californian punk rockers The Offspring have had an impressive career in the music industry spanning a massive 26+ years. On the verge of their ninth studio album release and literally just before stepping onstage for the second of two shows at London's Shepherds Bush Empire, Stereoboard caught up with bassist and original band member, Greg K. to discuss the new album and current tour.
Written by: Katie Territt | Date: Tuesday, 12 June 2012
Stereoboard Talks To Leeds Noisemongers Blacklisters About Their Brilliant Debut Album…And Sting
Firstly, congratulations on your debut album! I for one think it is brilliant and I know lots of other people are saying the same thing. How does it feel to be getting such a positive reaction?
Written by: Ben Bland | Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012
Band Festivals - Stereoboard Look At Worldwide Festivals Curated By Some Of The Planet's Top Acts
With festival season upon us, it signals one of the most anticipated parts of the year for many fans of music. While they can span the entire year, summer is rife with them and this year Metallica have added their own personal fest to the list. They’re not the first band to host their own festival and they most certainly won’t be the last.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 28 May 2012
Its A Family Affair - Stereoboard Look At The Most Popular & Successful Families In Music
In many cases, a certain business or trade can run in the family and that is certainly no different when it comes to the music industry. While some families in the spotlight try to shelter their relatives and keep them from following the same path, others encourage siblings or children to join them in the spotlight. From metal to pop, families tackle many genres of music; this has been the case for many years, and it’s unlikely to change any time soon.
Stereoboard Speak To Emelie Autumn About Her Latest Album 'Fight Like A Girl' & Sell Out Book
Singer-songwriter, poet, and violinist extraordinaire: Emilie Autumn is a performer who not only offers her art, but has lived it. Through her trials and adversity, she has remained true to herself as well as her art, but the road to establishing herself has been anything but easy. Friday 13th (lucky for some, unlucky for others), seems a fitting day to catch up with the lady herself, but during our call Autumn was called unexpectedly to sound checks and all outstanding questions were rescheduled to a later date. In this interview, Autumn speaks openly of her time spent on suicide watch, her sell-out book, touring with Courtney Love, her new album, and recording naked. So ladies and gents, without further delay I finally present to you the one and only Emilie Autumn...
Written by: Gemma-Louise Johnson | Date: Thursday, 24 May 2012
Sex, Drugs & Rock N Roll ...And Books! Stereoboard Look At Some Of The Genre's Best Reads (Feature)
I’m rather rubbish about writing about myself, so much so that my bio on every site is “I just like rock ‘n’ roll and books to be honest.” It pretty much sums me up. I’ve always loved the classic cliché of sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll – not to the point of mindlessly living it - but I like to read up on the real heyday of those scandals, the era that typified the slogan that’s synonymous with my favourite genre.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 21 May 2012
Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes To The Line-Up Of Bands, Past And Present (Paramore, Stereophonics, Oasis Feature)
You know what it’s like, you start a band at school, it’s your attempt to show some individuality while ‘the man’ is putting you down and to demonstrate what an attractive, cool, deep, arty person you are to the opposite sex. Then, horror, you’re replaced!(Yeah ok he might be a better guitarist and better looking, and can sing something other than Wonderwall, but I’ve been in the Flaming Skull Munchkins since the start dude!) Okay just me then? Dropped like little Moses was dropped into the Nile before he could have had any concept of ‘musical differences’.
Written by: Luke Bailey | Date: Thursday, 17 May 2012
Stereoboard Speak To While She Sleeps About New Album 'This Is The Six' & Breaking Their Mould!
Hardcore metal bands aren't really what you'd expect to hear from mainstream radio. A genre of music that doesn't often get the same airplay, press and coverage as its commercial colleagues, it tends to be confined to specialist media. Luckily there are bands out there ready to smash these stereotypes and make a name for themselves as much in the mainstream as in their hardcore fan bases, and Sheffield based While She Sleeps are doing just that. Stereoboard caught up with guitarist and backing vocalist, Mat Welsh to talk about how the band are on the path to breaking out of their specialist mould.
Written by: Katie Territt | Date: Thursday, 17 May 2012
Do Ticket ID Restrictions Beat Touts Or Penalise Fans? (Ticketing Feature)
Purchasing tickets through alternative means is no new phenomenon, in fact it’s almost second nature. You miss out on regular sales and you immediately ask around, turn to eBay or secondary ticketing sites. The ticketing climate has had its fair share of slamming in the press – Channel 4’s ‘The Great Ticket Scandal’ has caused many music fans to boycott various means of sale. But what is there to do? Many bands now take it upon themselves to ‘stop touts’ – but is it really just down to them?
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Monday, 30 April 2012
Stereoboard Look Through The Iconic History Of Download Festival's Donington (Download Feature)
While Download Festival will be celebrating the tenth year of its current namesake, Donington is – of course – iconic when it comes to the rock and metal music scene, having hosted Monsters of Rock for many years and Ozzfest too. Ever since the site became synonymous with rock ‘n’ roll, it has played backdrop to many iconic moments.
Stereoboard Talk To Seth Lakeman Ahead Of The Release Of New Album ‘Tales From The Barrel 'House'
Most famous for his Mercury nominated album 'Kitty Jay' and now set loose from the shackles of commercial record labels, folk’s coolest son and virtuoso fiddler Seth Lakeman took some time out to talk disused mine shafts and art deco caravans ahead of the release of his latest album ‘Tales from the Barrel House’ with Stereoboard's Dan Clark.
Written by: Daniel Clark | Date: Friday, 30 March 2012
Stereoboard Look Back On The Albums That Celebrate Anniversaries This "Apocalyptic" Year (Feature)
Time flies when you’re having fun, or so they say, and when you look back on the releases of some of your favourite bands, it’s fair to question “Where has the time gone?” So, with 2012 said to be the year of the apocalypse (we’ll run with it for argument’s sake), there’s no finer time to look back on the albums that celebrate decades of anniversaries in this apocalyptic year.
Written by: Heather McDaid | Date: Thursday, 29 March 2012
