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Saint Etienne to release new album

Saint Etienne have announce they are to release their first album in seven years.

By Anita Awbi 27 Jan 2012

M Reviews...50 Unsung Heroes of the Guitar

When it comes to the guitar, everyone knows who the legends and superstars are - Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eddie Van Halen, Slash and the rest. This book shines the spotlight on the lesser known guitarists - such as Rory Gallagher, Neil Giraldo, Magic Sam, and Jennifer Batten.

By Anita Awbi 27 Jan 2012

PRS for Music help pub host music

The Market Inn in Kent officially opened its newly refurbished live music facilities on Wednesday 25 January, thanks to winning a nationwide competition organised by PRS for Music.

By Anita Awbi 26 Jan 2012

The Troggs' Reg Presley retires

The lead singer of The Troggs, Reg Presley has announced he has lung cancer and is retiring from music.

By Anita Awbi 26 Jan 2012

Sunday Night Live returns

Live urban music night Sunday Night Live relaunches at new home, the Clapham Grand in south London, on 12 February.

By Anita Awbi 25 Jan 2012

January Blues - Errol Linton

Errol Linton has developed his style of blues over a two decades of busking on London Underground. Fusing the sound of New Orleans with influences from his caribbean heritage, Errol was spotted by an amazed Abram Wilson and was asked to join the trumpeter's touring band. Find out more by watching M's exclusive video with the Brixton blues-buster Errol Linton.

By Anita Awbi 25 Jan 2012

Radiohead songs in climate change film

Thom Yorke has said that Radiohead have given permission for a new film about climate change use some of their songs.

By Anita Awbi 25 Jan 2012

January Blues – Henry’s Funeral Shoe

Henry's Funeral Shoe were inspired by blues and classic rock 'n' roll albums 'borrowed' from singer/guitarist Aled Clifford's father's vinyl collection.

By Anita Awbi 24 Jan 2012

PRS for Music funding deadline

If you're looking for funding for your new music project, the PRS for Music Foundation might be able to help. The deadline for applications for the first round of funding is on 6 February.

By Anita Awbi 24 Jan 2012
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