Daily Archive for February 13th, 2010

Bluesfest Spotlight: Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club

When Ry Cooder visited Cuba in the 1990`s he discovered a sound that had been around for most of the century in Havana and introduced it to the world. That was the sound of the Buena Vista Social Club.

Bluesfest and Undercover Sideshow Ticket Giveaway

Undercover and Bluesfest are giving Bluesfest sideshow punters and a friend a chance to see a second Bluesfest sideshow of your choice for free.

New U2 Album Expected In June

Bono is saying the next U2 album will be called `Songs of Ascent’. He should know.

Watch The New Geisha Video For Mystery Writer

Geisha have made a video for the track `Mystery Writer` off the new album `Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow`.

Francis Rossi Loses His Ponytail For The Queen

Status Quo co-founder Francis Rossi has had a haircut. After more than 40 years Francis cut off his ponytail before he met the Queen to receive his O.B.E..

Devo To Debut New Music At Olympics

Devo will debut new music during their one-hour showcase for the 2010 Winter Olympics on February 22.

Jimi Hendrix Valleys of Neptune – Stone Free

The upcoming Jimi Hendrix release `Valleys of Neptune` features 12 never before released recordings by the late guitar legend.

Thom Yorke To Play Political Fundraiser

Thom Yorke will back the Green Party by performing a benefit show.

Taylor Swift Plays Possum With Government Agency

Taylor Swift is in trouble for feeding possums in Melbourne.

Amy Winehouse Gives Away Her Cats

Amy Winehouse has spilt with her feline friends.