Arise John Cale OBE

Legendary Welsh musician John Cale has been awarded an OBE in the Queen's birthday honours list. Cale who is 68 was a founding member of the Velvet Underground and has had a solo career for over 40 years. In 2009 he represented Wales at the Venice Biennale art event. John Cale we salute you!

Stuart Cable Found Dead

Stuart Cable former Stereophonics drummer has been found dead at his home near Aberdare. Cable left the Stereophonics in 2003 and went on to form his own band Killing for Company as well as presenting for Radio Wales. Cable had just celebrated his 40th birthday in May.

Gareth Pearson new album on its way!

The Welsh guitar wizard Gareth Pearson is releasing his first album 'Urban Echoes vol 1' on Candyrat Records June 22nd. Gareth is the first non-american to be signed to the label.

Manics Album & Tour Announced

The Manic Street Preachers have announced the release of their 10th album 'Postcards From a Young Man' and a 22 date tour including a Welsh date at the Newport Centre on Saturday 23rd October. The album is released in September and tickets go on sale 4th June.

http://www.manicstreetpreachers.com

Guitar Legend @ the Globe

Guitar legend Robin Trower, who came to prominance with Procol Harum in the 1960s and then by fronting his own power trio in the 1970s, will be making a return to Cardiff when he plays the Globe 8th September. This is likely to sell out so you are advised to get your tickets early.

http://www.trowerpower.com

Los Campesinos! at the Big Weekend

Cardiff musical heroes LOS CAMPESINOS! will be supporting THE BLACKOUT as SWN curate the opening night of this year's Admiral Cardiff Big Weekend. It completes the triple bill with the Blackout and Race Horses for the opening night of the Big Weekend on Friday 30th July. Three brilliant bands for free - cracking!

DANANANANAYKROYD have a sissy hit

DANANANANAYKROYD are playing a low key gig under the name Sissy Hit at Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff 29th May