DJ, producer and musician Mark Ronson is bringing his Creators Project to London for a day of free arts events culminating in a supergig in the small hours.... more
Noel Clarke’s low-budget movie Kidulthood brought a host of London rappers to our attention. His new one, 4.3.2.1., could do the same for the ladies on the soundtrack.... more
Portico Quartet are the surprise on this year's album of the year shortlist, and their vibrant sound could make them the winners in 10 days' time.... more
Sex Pistols singer John Lydon has been accused of involvement in a violent racist attack on a black musician. The 52-year-old, who made his name as Johnny Rotten 30 years ago, is alleged to have abused Bloc Party singer Kele Okereke.... more
Even if the choruses are often missing, Bloc Party do have some great tunes. But they look like they could do with some confidence, says John Aizlewood.... more
Oasis have "made stupidity hip", according to one of their rivals. Bloc Party frontman Kele Okereke hit back after Liam Gallagher dismissed them as "a band off University Challenge".
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We take a look at the biggest CDs released this week including the debut album from chart-topping Mika, and the latest offerings from Bloc Party and Lady Sovereign.... more
Of all the breakthrough bands releasing second albums in the coming months Bloc Party seem most likely to make a genuine career out of their chiming, multi-layered rock songs.... more
From Coldplay and Pulp to The Who and Pink Floyd, much of modern music flourished in the capital's seats of higher learning. A new poll has revealed where they studied.... more
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