One More Disco

Seems Glastonbury speculation is dominating the music news this week with Klaxons already declaring themselves out of the Festivals this summer, who’s in and who’s out?

Radiohead Not At Glasto?
According to eFestivals, the chances of Radiohead making an appearance at Glastonbury Festival this year are looking increasingly unlikely. Word is that Radiohead have turned down an offer to play one festival in Britain already this summer, whilst being set to play at a slew of festivals accross Europe instead.
This comes at a time where Radiohead’s latest album In Rainbows has headed straight to number 1 on the UK Album Charts following its physical release

[ Full Story ]

Kanye West to headline Glasto?
In an interview with BBC Points West, Glastonbury Organiser Michael Evis has revealed that he will be “putting on a black American headliner, who’s absolutely terrific.” Altough not explicitly saying that Kanye West will be the headliner this summer, it is highly likely following the success of his latest album Graduation, and the fact he will be touring this summer.

[ Full Story ]

Coral Lose Guitarist
Liverpool based indie band The Coral have announced on their website that they have parted ways with guitarist Bill Ryder-Jones. The reason for his departure hasn’t been said, but they will still be writing, recording and performing as a five-piece.

[NME Article]

EMI Boss Leaves Label
Now-former head of EMI Tony Wadsworth, who spent 26 years as Cheif Executive of EMI Music UK & Ireland has left following a reshuffle of the company by new owners Terra Firma.

[ Full Story ]

New Bristol Music Venue Opens
A new venue which will host live music and DJ nights has just opened in Bristol, called Start The Bus. Visit their site at Startthebus.co.uk for more info on upcoming acts and nights.

[Full Story]

————————————————————————————————————-

Dan out.