Excitement is building as the city of Glasgow gets ready to host this evenings 14th annual MOBO Awards, the biggest urban music award ceremony in Europe.
The ceremony, which celebrates music of black origins, has never ventured outside of London since it was launched in 1996, until now. A move that has seen the event subjected to criticism in the last few weeks, with some claiming the change of location has put some big names off appearing.
Acts such as Beyonce, Eminem, Jay Z, Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, Akon and Kanye West will not appear at the SECC - despite being nominated.
However, CEO and Founder of the MOBO’s Kanya King denied this and defended the decision to move the ceremony, by complimenting the Glasgow’s passion for music.
King said: "The fact that we are holding the awards in Glasgow this year is testament to the fact that MOBO music is the sound of Britain as a whole. The reception from Scotland has been great and we cannot wait to put on our show up there."
There will be a tribute to Michael Jackson this year, with family members Latoya and Jermaine performing in memory of their brother.
The event, co-hosted by Radio 1's Reggie Yates and US R'n'B act Keri Hilson; will be shown live on BBC Three this evening at 9pm.
Wednesday, 30 September 2009
Friday, 25 September 2009
Producers to Tell All at Seminar in Edinburgh
Edinburgh music social night Born To Be Wide is to host a seminar looking into the role of the producer.
Born To Be Wide Presents – The Producers will take place on October 1 at Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms, with Oasis / The Verve producer Owen Morris, Alextronic Studios’ Paul Croan, Echo And The Bunnymen producer John McLaughlin and Teenage Fanclub drummer Francis Macdonald all taking part.
The event is intended to give an insight into the producer’s role and provide tips on how to become a producer. It will be supported by the Musicians’ Union.
“I’m extremely excited about this seminar and it is great that we can draw on such a wealth of experience without having to look further than Edinburgh and Glasgow,” says Born To Be Wide co-organiser Olaf Furniss.
“Collectively these producers have worked with an extremely diverse range of artists and I look forward to hearing some of the stories they have to tell.”
McLaughlin and Morris will both DJ after the panel event.
Born To Be Wide Presents – The Producers will take place on October 1 at Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms, with Oasis / The Verve producer Owen Morris, Alextronic Studios’ Paul Croan, Echo And The Bunnymen producer John McLaughlin and Teenage Fanclub drummer Francis Macdonald all taking part.
The event is intended to give an insight into the producer’s role and provide tips on how to become a producer. It will be supported by the Musicians’ Union.
“I’m extremely excited about this seminar and it is great that we can draw on such a wealth of experience without having to look further than Edinburgh and Glasgow,” says Born To Be Wide co-organiser Olaf Furniss.
“Collectively these producers have worked with an extremely diverse range of artists and I look forward to hearing some of the stories they have to tell.”
McLaughlin and Morris will both DJ after the panel event.
The Surface Unsigned National Showcase, This Weekend
The IndigO2 London will play host to one of the major events in the unsigned music calendar, The Surface Unsigned National Showcase, this Saturday 26 September and Sunday 27 September.
The two day festival will be showcasing the best 16 up-and-coming unsigned bands from the Surface Unsigned Festival 2009. It is the climax of over 250 nights of live music in 7 months with the best 16 bands chosen from over 12,000 applications.
The Surface Unsigned Festival is the only national live music event that brings unsigned bands and artists to the attention of all aspects of the music industry. Surface Unsigned is a festival of new music held throughout the country in aid of discovering and promoting new talent.
The 16 bands chosen to perform in front of a committee of music industry experts are:
Santiago Sound
Sox
Primitai
Invalid Confessions
Kopperhed
Loaded Dice
Fantastik 4
Nothing Sinister
Kakuzi
Televox
The Heroes
Fundamental Skillz
Slaine
Skinless Finger
Cryostorm
Under The Driftwood Tree
The prize winners of the festival will be decided by a combination of text votes and by the committee of industry guests.
For information, go to www.surfaceunsigned.co.uk
The two day festival will be showcasing the best 16 up-and-coming unsigned bands from the Surface Unsigned Festival 2009. It is the climax of over 250 nights of live music in 7 months with the best 16 bands chosen from over 12,000 applications.
The Surface Unsigned Festival is the only national live music event that brings unsigned bands and artists to the attention of all aspects of the music industry. Surface Unsigned is a festival of new music held throughout the country in aid of discovering and promoting new talent.
The 16 bands chosen to perform in front of a committee of music industry experts are:
Santiago Sound
Sox
Primitai
Invalid Confessions
Kopperhed
Loaded Dice
Fantastik 4
Nothing Sinister
Kakuzi
Televox
The Heroes
Fundamental Skillz
Slaine
Skinless Finger
Cryostorm
Under The Driftwood Tree
The prize winners of the festival will be decided by a combination of text votes and by the committee of industry guests.
For information, go to www.surfaceunsigned.co.uk
Thursday, 24 September 2009
‘Three Strikes’ Law Approved by France
New anti-piracy measures look set to become law in France, despite numerous setbacks and redrafts.
The Creation and Internet law has been passed this week by both the Senate and the National Assembly, the latter clearing it by 258 votes to 131.
It requires the signature of President Sarkozy to become law, but considering his very public campaigning for tougher anti-piracy measures this is a mere formality.
The bill could, however, still face a challenge from the Constitutional Council. Consumer bodies are also expected to lodge opposition to its progress, arguing that it infringes civil liberties and the right to a fair trial.
Under the measures, persistent infringers who ignore two warnings will have their internet connection terminated for a year. They could also face fines of up to €300k (£273k) and a 12-month prison sentence.
The Minister of Culture in France has suggested the first warning emails under the new law could be sent as early as January next year.
The Creation and Internet law has been passed this week by both the Senate and the National Assembly, the latter clearing it by 258 votes to 131.
It requires the signature of President Sarkozy to become law, but considering his very public campaigning for tougher anti-piracy measures this is a mere formality.
The bill could, however, still face a challenge from the Constitutional Council. Consumer bodies are also expected to lodge opposition to its progress, arguing that it infringes civil liberties and the right to a fair trial.
Under the measures, persistent infringers who ignore two warnings will have their internet connection terminated for a year. They could also face fines of up to €300k (£273k) and a 12-month prison sentence.
The Minister of Culture in France has suggested the first warning emails under the new law could be sent as early as January next year.
Friday, 18 September 2009
Arctic Monkeys lead the nominations for the 2009 Q Awards
Arctic Monkeys have received the most nomination for the 2009 Q Awards with four mentions. They are up for best track, best album, best band in the world today and best live act.
The Sheffield band will compete with Kings of Leon, Oasis, Coldplay for the Best Act in the World Today, along with Muse, who are also up for Best Track for their new single Uprising.
One of the most prestigious events on the music calendar, the Q Awards 2009 will take place at Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London on Monday 26th October.
Other acts that will battle it out for a gong on the night include, Dizzee Rascal La Roux, Lily Allen, Florence and the Machine, Friendly Fires and Pixie Lott.
The full list of this year’s nominees:
Best New Act:
White Lies
Friendly Fires
Empire Of The Sun
Passion Pit
The Dead Weather
Breakthrough Artist:
Florence & The Machine
Lady GaGa
La Roux
Mr Hudson
Pixie Lott
Best Track:
Kasabian - Fire
Muse - Uprising
Arctic Monkeys - Crying Lightning
Dizzee Rascal - Bonkers
Noisettes - Never Forget You
Lily Allen - The Fear
Best Video:
The Dead Weather - Treat Me Like Your Mother
Dizzee Rascal – Holiday
Florence & The Machine - Drumming Song
Mika - We Are Golden
Lady GaGa - Just Dance
Best Live Act:
The Prodigy
U2
Oasis
Kasabian
Arctic Monkeys
Blur
Take That
Best Album:
Arctic Monkeys ' Humbug
U2 ' No Line On The Horizon
Florence & The Machine ' Lungs
The Prodigy ' Invaders Must Die
Kasabian ' West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum
Best Act in the World Today:
Kings Of Leon
Arctic Monkeys
Oasis
Coldplay
Muse
The Sheffield band will compete with Kings of Leon, Oasis, Coldplay for the Best Act in the World Today, along with Muse, who are also up for Best Track for their new single Uprising.
One of the most prestigious events on the music calendar, the Q Awards 2009 will take place at Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London on Monday 26th October.
Other acts that will battle it out for a gong on the night include, Dizzee Rascal La Roux, Lily Allen, Florence and the Machine, Friendly Fires and Pixie Lott.
The full list of this year’s nominees:
Best New Act:
White Lies
Friendly Fires
Empire Of The Sun
Passion Pit
The Dead Weather
Breakthrough Artist:
Florence & The Machine
Lady GaGa
La Roux
Mr Hudson
Pixie Lott
Best Track:
Kasabian - Fire
Muse - Uprising
Arctic Monkeys - Crying Lightning
Dizzee Rascal - Bonkers
Noisettes - Never Forget You
Lily Allen - The Fear
Best Video:
The Dead Weather - Treat Me Like Your Mother
Dizzee Rascal – Holiday
Florence & The Machine - Drumming Song
Mika - We Are Golden
Lady GaGa - Just Dance
Best Live Act:
The Prodigy
U2
Oasis
Kasabian
Arctic Monkeys
Blur
Take That
Best Album:
Arctic Monkeys ' Humbug
U2 ' No Line On The Horizon
Florence & The Machine ' Lungs
The Prodigy ' Invaders Must Die
Kasabian ' West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum
Best Act in the World Today:
Kings Of Leon
Arctic Monkeys
Oasis
Coldplay
Muse
Thursday, 17 September 2009
Glastonbury 2010 Tickets to go on Sale This October
Organisers have confirmed that tickets for next years Glastonbury festival will go on sale on at 9am (BST) October 4.
As with previous years, those hoping to buy tickets to the 2010 festival must register on glastonburyregistration.co.uk at least 48 hours before tickets go on sale. Glastonbury's £50 deposit scheme will also be in place this year, giving fans the option of reserving a ticket ahead of paying the full price next February.
Weekend tickets for Glastonbury 2010 cost £185 – £10 up on last year's price – plus £5 booking fee (and £4.95 postage).
Eavis has defended the rise in ticket price, saying: "I do try and hold it down, but the girls doing the budgeting are so thorough and so clever, and they said, 'Look, the minimum rise we can get away with is 10 quid more'. It is a shame, because I really wanted to hold the price."
Next year will be the 40th anniversary of the festival and founder Michael Eavis has already hinted that the line-up is set to include a band from each year the event has been running. But, as always, details of who will perform at the festival remain firmly under wraps.
The 74-year-old farmer said: "Now I'm fully confident the anniversary line-up will be just that little bit special when it is revealed next year. We want as many people as possible to be part of the celebrations and to enjoy what we do here."
See Glastonburyfestivals.co.uk for more information.
As with previous years, those hoping to buy tickets to the 2010 festival must register on glastonburyregistration.co.uk at least 48 hours before tickets go on sale. Glastonbury's £50 deposit scheme will also be in place this year, giving fans the option of reserving a ticket ahead of paying the full price next February.
Weekend tickets for Glastonbury 2010 cost £185 – £10 up on last year's price – plus £5 booking fee (and £4.95 postage).
Eavis has defended the rise in ticket price, saying: "I do try and hold it down, but the girls doing the budgeting are so thorough and so clever, and they said, 'Look, the minimum rise we can get away with is 10 quid more'. It is a shame, because I really wanted to hold the price."
Next year will be the 40th anniversary of the festival and founder Michael Eavis has already hinted that the line-up is set to include a band from each year the event has been running. But, as always, details of who will perform at the festival remain firmly under wraps.
The 74-year-old farmer said: "Now I'm fully confident the anniversary line-up will be just that little bit special when it is revealed next year. We want as many people as possible to be part of the celebrations and to enjoy what we do here."
See Glastonburyfestivals.co.uk for more information.
Wednesday, 16 September 2009
Music Line-up Announced for Scotcampus Freshers' Festival
The Scotcampus Freshers’ Festival music line-up has just been revealed and it’s sure to be bigger and better than before, with an exciting and diverse range of acts signed up to take part.
Acts performing at this year’s event include electro-pop disco deviants Pooch, as well as Exile Parade, Nevada Base, Nixa, The Meat Men, Suspire and Little Eskimos, to name a few.
The bands will help get the event, now in its third year, off to a brilliant start, with music-loving students able to hear the hottest music around in the Relentless Energy Drink Music Tent each day.
In addition to the fantastic music line-up, over eighty big names have been signed up to exhibit in the festival's Main Arena including a whole host of cool lifestyle brands such as Urban Outfitters, Dominos, YO! Sushi, The Model Team, Blackberry and Matalan.
For the second year in a row the event will be held in Glasgow’s George Square. The free festival is the perfect event to introduce new college and university starters to student life, and give them a wealth of information and advice about what being a student is all about.
The Scotcampus Freshers' Festival runs from Thursday 1st October to Friday 2nd October from 10am-6pm each day, and this year it looks set to attract around 12,000 students.
To find out more, visit www.scotcampus.com
Acts performing at this year’s event include electro-pop disco deviants Pooch, as well as Exile Parade, Nevada Base, Nixa, The Meat Men, Suspire and Little Eskimos, to name a few.
The bands will help get the event, now in its third year, off to a brilliant start, with music-loving students able to hear the hottest music around in the Relentless Energy Drink Music Tent each day.
In addition to the fantastic music line-up, over eighty big names have been signed up to exhibit in the festival's Main Arena including a whole host of cool lifestyle brands such as Urban Outfitters, Dominos, YO! Sushi, The Model Team, Blackberry and Matalan.
For the second year in a row the event will be held in Glasgow’s George Square. The free festival is the perfect event to introduce new college and university starters to student life, and give them a wealth of information and advice about what being a student is all about.
The Scotcampus Freshers' Festival runs from Thursday 1st October to Friday 2nd October from 10am-6pm each day, and this year it looks set to attract around 12,000 students.
To find out more, visit www.scotcampus.com
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