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'I Got Really Tired Of Rock Music': Johnny Marr Grew To Dislike Rock Music When He Went Solo
Johnny Marr grew "tired of rock music".The former Smiths rocker hated how the majority of rock bands sang about "adversity" and their "feelings" when he released his debut studio album, 'The Messenger', in 2013.He told...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 20 November 2023
Leopallooza 2017 Festival Preview
There are seven stages at Leopallooza, including The Temple of Boom, where you can have a spiritual experience to the beats, breaks and bass curated by Cornish DJ collective, Hong Kong Ping Pong. Falmouth's esteemed...
By Jon Kean in Music / Festivals on 27 July 2017
Johnny Marr Swaps Penning Lyrics For Penning A Book
Johnny Marr is taking a break from music to write his autobiography.The legendary guitarist - a former member of The Smiths, Modest Mouse and The Cribs - has been penning the tome on the road...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 11 July 2015
The Replacements Have 'Played Last Gig Together'
Days after the group played their first U.K. gig in 24 years earlier this week (02June15), Westerberg reportedly told the audience at the Primavera Porto festival on Friday (05June15) that the gig would...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 06 June 2015
The Cribs Have Released Their New Video And It Features Some Interesting Guests
Indie-rock band The Cribs have been delighting audiences with their unique blend of alternative, garage and punk rock for over a decade now and it seems that the original Yorkshire trio have finally been noticed...
By Charlotte Court in Music / Festivals on 22 May 2015
Live At Leeds 2015: Great For Music, Great For Life In General
So, Live At Leeds is but two weeks away from bringing some of the country's best music veterans and up and coming stars to one of its greatest cities. But while you're there, you may...
By Holly Williams in Music / Festivals on 17 April 2015
Brighton's Great Escape Festival Completes Massive 10th Anniversary Line-up
The Great Escape Festival is set to return to Brighton for its 10th anniversary, bringing with it yet another year of remarkable up and coming bands. The final 150 acts have now been announced, and...
By Holly Williams in Music / Festivals on 27 March 2015
One Direction Plan Rock Collaboration
The What Makes You Beautiful hitmakers want to boost their image and hope a tie-in with the band, which previously featured The Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr as a member, will show off their...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 18 March 2015
5 Venues You'll Want To Visit At Sxsw 2015
SXSW 2015 is set to take over Austin, Texas for yet another spectacular event, spanning numerous venues with countless showcases and hundreds of artists. We may be a few weeks away yet, but here's a...
By Holly Williams in Music / Festivals on 16 March 2015
From Steely Dan To Raekwon And Ghostface Killah: Who's Been Announced For Coachella 2015?
It's that time of year again as the full line-up announcement for Coachella 2015 arrives following some spectacular headliners: AC/DC, Jack White and Drake will all top the bills at the two-weekend event in April.Well...
By Holly Williams in Music / Festivals on 07 January 2015
The Cribs Working On Two New Albums
British rockers The Cribs are preparing to serve up a double treat for fans - they are working on two new albums for 2014.Bassist Gary Jarman reveals the band is busy recording tracks for a...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 17 January 2014
Kasabian 'Blown Away' By Hard Rock Calling
Kasabian were ''blown away'' by their Hard Rock Calling gig.The indie rockers were thrilled to be invited to headline the music festival at London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park yesterday (29.06.13), where they treated the crowd...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 June 2013
Kasabian's New Album Sounds 'Electrocuted'
Kasabian's new album sounds as if it's been ''electrocuted''.The 'Shoot the Runner' rockers are currently recording the follow up to 2011's 'Velociraptor!' and frontman Tom Meighan says the songs are more ''heavy'' than their previous...
By Bang Showbiz on 08 April 2013
Bruce Springsteen To Headline Hard Rock Calling
Bruce Springsteen is to headline Hard Rock Calling.The 63-year-old star will get the chance to finish where he left off last year when he was cut off at the Hyde Park festival due to a...
By Bang Showbiz on 05 March 2013
Ryan Jarman Vowed To Remain Dignified At Nme Awards After 2006 Incident
British rocker Ryan Jarman was determined to remain dignified as his band The Cribs were honoured at the NME Awards in London on Wednesday (27Feb13) after landing in hospital following the same event in 2006.The...
By WENN on 01 March 2013
The Rolling Stones Win Big At Nme Awards
The Rolling Stones and Florence And The Machine were the big winners at the NME Awards in London on Wednesday night (27.02.13).The British rockers celebrated a double victory as they were awarded Best Live Band...
By Clive King on 28 February 2013
The Cribs Recorded Song For Tragic Fan
British rockers The Cribs wrote a poignant song to honour the memory of a fan who committed suicide.The musicians were devastated when they heard about the man's death in 2010 and set about writing a...
By WENN on 21 February 2013
Johnny Marr 'Happy' To Have Solo Pop Album
Johnny Marr is ''happy'' to have created a solo pop album.The 49-year-old musician went in a new direction for his record 'The Messenger' and after having been in ''alternative'' bands - such as The Smiths...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 February 2013
Kate Nash Rocks New Gothabilly Look For London Fashion Week
The Kate Nash of old is long gone. The singer once known for wearing cutesy dresses and cardigans appears to have shed that vintage look and is opting for a more dramatic sartorial style. Sporting...
By Hayley Avron in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 15 February 2013
Nme Awards Johnny Marr 'Godlike Genius' Title, 2013
Johnny Marr will be crowned Godlike Genius of the Year at this year’s NME Awards. Marr, whose distinctive guitar licks were combined with Morrissey’s song-writing skills to make The Smiths the legendary band that they...
By Hayley Avron in Music / Festivals on 11 February 2013
A Week In Music - The Cribs Look Back Over A Decade, Palma Violets Cause A Stir, Adam Ant's Awkward Return, Yeah Yeah Yeahs Hitting The Road
A Week in Video... Wakefield’s indie rockers The Cribs release ‘Leather Jacket Love Song,’ a nostalgic look back at their last decade of existence as a band. The video inter-splices archive footage of one of...
By Hayley Avron in Music / Festivals on 28 January 2013
Professor Green Upset By Hmv Closure
Professor Green and The Cribs have mourned the loss of HMV. The last remaining British high street music retailer announced today it was to go into administration, prompting upset from many major artists. Professor Green...
By Bang Showbiz on 15 January 2013
Johnny Marr: I Didn't Want To Be In 'Someone Else's Band'
Johnny Marr doesn't want to be a part of ''someone else's band'' anymore.The guitarist - a former member of The Smiths, Modest Mouse and The Cribs - is working on his debut solo album 'The...
By Bang Showbiz on 31 October 2012
Festival Republic Confirm Exciting Leeds And Reading Line-up
Festival Republic's 2012 LEEDS & Reading Festival confirm their mind-blowing line-up for Friday 24th, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th August 2012.From rock to pop to electro and everything in between, these diverse festivals bring together...
By Lew Irwin on 12 June 2012
Johnny Marr Reforming The Healers
British rocker Johnny Marr has reunited his former band The Healers for two gigs next month (Oct11) following his departure from The Cribs.The former The Smiths guitarist has confirmed reports the band he formed with...
By WENN on 21 September 2011
Johnny Marr Preparing New Healers Album
Johnny Marr will release a new album with The Healers next year.The ex-The Smiths guitarist is working on new songs under the band name - the closest thing he has to a solo project, as...
By Bang Showbiz on 18 May 2011
Johnny Marr's Vegetarian Pride
Johnny Marr is "proud" The Smiths inspired people to go vegetarian.The iconic group's guitarist believes their seminal 1985 LP 'Meat Is Murder' changed the life of many of their fans, and admits it is one...
By Bang Showbiz on 23 July 2010
Kate Nash's Sexist Rant
Kate Nash has revealed she is trying to change the "sexist" music industry.The 'Foundations' hitmaker - who recently released her second studio album 'My Best Friend Is You' - has attacked the sector, stating the...
By Bang Showbiz on 07 July 2010
The Cribs Cancel Coachella Slot Over Iceland Eruption
British rockers THE CRIBS have been forced to pull out of California's Coachella music festival this weekend (16-18Apr10) - because all flights out of the U.K. have been grounded due to the ash clouds from...
By WENN on 15 April 2010
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