Dirty Pretty Things Split

Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 1:59 p.m.

Carl Barat's post-Libs venture grounds to a halt as band members move on to pursue other projects ...

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Rick Astley Is Best Act Ever - Official

Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 12:32 p.m.

Entire ceremony gets Rick-Rolled as bequiffed 80s "legend" gets Peoples' Choice Award at the MTV EMAs ...

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Coldplay Give Away Free Tune For Xmas

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Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 10:22 a.m.

So giving they are, Martin's merry men have released a remix of ‘Viva La Vida' to freely download plus a video featuring Simon Pegg's impressive harmonica-playing skills, all in the spirit of Xmas. Watch here! ...

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Gorillaz Most Popular Band On Myspace

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Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 9:20 a.m.

Damon's virtual posse sport the most friends, hundreds and thousands ahead of Amy Winehouse, Coldplay and Oasis… ...

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Drunk Lennon Recording Sells At Auction

Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 8:39 a.m.

A six-minute recording of an apparently drunk John Lennon in 1973 sells at auction for £20,000… ...

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Robert Plant Says No To Led Zep Reunion (Again)

Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 8:02 a.m.

Despite a strong relationship with guitarist Jimmy Page, the former frontman has repeated his refusal to reform with the rock legends… ...

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Ian Brown To Release New Album In August

Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 7:25 a.m.

King Monkey has delivered a Christmas message to his beloved faithful via his website… ...

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7 Best Dressed Musicians of 2008

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Published Dec. 23, 2008 at 6:32 a.m.
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Rock'n'roll fashion in 2008 was clouded by a fog of plaid flannel, neon leggings, and boat shoes. Even so, we at SPIN.com can find reasons to celebrate -- seven of them, in fact. Below, see our ranking of the intrepid artists who rose above the conventional horde. These musicians deserve special mention for their ability to hone a distinctive look -- while also managing to leave their musical mark on the year ... 7) ... MGMT ... Andrew Vanwyngarden and Ben Goldwasser don't always look good, but

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Blur, Spingsteen And Young Confirmed For Glasto?

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Published Dec. 22, 2008 at 11:59 a.m.

Fancy reformed Britpop, Heartland rock and classic folk headlining your Pyramind Stage next summer? You might be in luck… ...

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The Darkness To Reunite For Tour?

Published Dec. 22, 2008 at 8:32 a.m.

Justin Hawkin's catsuited clan are reportedly considering a deal to hit the road for a huge tour next year… ...

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