Green Man Sells Out

If you were dithering about going to this year's Green Man Festival we have bad news for you - it has just sold out. The festival takes place 20th - 22nd August and features Doves, Johnny Flynn and Welsh artists such as Islet.

Book Early for Earle

Steve Earle will be playing a rare Welsh date 7th September at St David's Hall in Cardiff. Earle has had a long career and is perhaps best known for his radio friendly song "Copperhead Road". Most recently he won a Grammy in 2009 for his album 'Townes' which played tribute to his late friend Townes van Zandt.

Welsh support for Macca

Paul McCartney has chosen not one, but two Welsh acts to support him at his forthcoming Millennium Stadium gig in Cardiff on Saturday 26th June. The Manic Street Preachers will be joined by the excellent Joy Formidable and should make this one of the biggest and best gigs in Wales this summer.

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