
Manchester three-piece Doves are the first band confirmed for the 2009 BBC Electric Proms.
Arctic Monkeys defy critics with their harder, heavier and devilishly dark third album.

The Rascals reportedly split up as frontman Miles Kane wants to pursue a solo career.
Arctic Monkeys return with a more sinister sound on their third album teaser 'Crying Lightning'.

Duffy and Coldplay pick up three nominations apiece for the 54th Ivor Novello Awards.
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Florence & The Machine claims that she kidnapped producer James Ford to work on her debut album.
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We predict who'll be cracking open the champagne at this year's Brit Awards.

XFM announces the shortlist for its 2009 New Music Award.
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