So it become common knowledge of late that Heights got rid of their old vocalist Thom and have now announced the addition of their new one. The band have posted an example of their new release ‘Heights Is Dead along with a public statement that can be read below.

All the bands live dates are unaffected with the news, including Crash Doubt Fest, Ghostfest, June 6th Kerrang Awards London Garage show with Architects AND their Australian tour in July. Work on their highly anticipated new album continues, set for post summer release.

A statement from the 4 remaining Heights band members:

“The decision to move on without Thom wasn’t one we made overnight, it’s something that we had been heading towards for a long time now. We started properly writing our new record at the end of last year and the frustration and tension had been growing since in a number of ways.

It got to the point where we had tons of ideas for songs vocally but they couldn’t go anywhere, eventually we just had to try some of them out and when we did we found something we had been missing. We were excited again, we felt like we did when we started this band – writing music we’d never heard, that pushed the boundaries of what you can do in heavy music.

Now we can’t wait to get back into the studio to record this next album. But not just that, but the one after that, and the others after that – something we can confidently say will happen now.”

New vocalist Alex (Monty) also adds:
“I’m really excited for the future of Heights. My new position is allowing us to try things we’ve never done before, especially during our writing process, and to bring a new life to our live show. If you’re interested, if you want to see our new lineup, or if you just want to watch us fail, come to a show. You won’t have ever seen Heights like this before.”

Listen to the bands new track ‘Heights Is Dead’ here below…

One of Sheffield’s finest bands While She Sleeps are set to release their ruthless new single, ‘This Is The Six’. As the track was played on Fearne Cotton’s Radio 1 show this week it would seem the band are taking the nbext big step in their career. The track is taken from their highly anticipated new album of the same name, ‘This Is The Six’ which be release on Search and Destroy Records on August 6th.

“It feels like we’re building an army and that the people that have started following us are as much a part of this as we are,” says Mat. “We’ve felt like respect’s been building and the crowds are getting bigger and people telling us songs have helped them get through tough times reassures you why you do this and we want to take it to as many people as we can.”

The band will also be demolishing venues and festivals across the UK and Europe this summer. The list of dates is as follows and more shows are to be announced soon:

May

26th Leeds, UK – Slamdunk Festival, Leeds University
27th Hatfield, UK – Slamdunk Festival, Hertfordshire University
28th Cardiff, UK – Slamdunk Festival, Cardiff University

June

2nd Nurnberg, Germany – Rock Im Ring
3rd Nurburgring, Germany – Rock Am Park
5th Andover, UK – The George
8th Donington, UK – Download Festival
9th Nickelsdorf, Austria – Nova Rock Festival
17th Interlaken, Switzerland – Greenfield Festival
23rd Dessel, Belguim – Graspop
29th Tunbridge Wells, UK – The Forum ( with Feed The Rhino)
30th Middlesborough, UK – Make A Scene Festival, Teeside University

July

7th Shepton Mallet, Relentless NASS Festival
14th Herk-De-Stad, Belguim – Rock Herk Festival

Watch the bands monstrous new video here below…

Sebastian Ingrosso, 1/3 of the dance track kings Swedish House Mafia and his young padowan, Alesso, have teamed up with singer of One Republic fame Ryan Tedder, to release their debut single ‘Calling (Lose my mind)’. It’s a banger.

With Alesso already being tipped a nod this year as one artist to watch, you know that this tune is going to be big. Alesso may only be 20 years old but he’s already highly sought after for his huge remixes by the likes of David Guetta, LMFAO and Starkillers. This single is going to propel him straight him into the eyes and ears of the dance/club land.

The debut single ‘Calling (Lose my mind)‘ is out on the 28th May, but why wait?! Check out the video below and pre-add it to you party playlist right now. Sublime vocals, twinkling beats and an infectious melody will put you right in a Saturday night fever, every day of the week.

Whether you are joining Hed Kandi for their 10 year anniversary in Ibiza or just looking for an album to get you in the mood for a summer party season – Hed Kandi’s Serve Chilled: Electronic Summer is right up your street.

We’ve had it spinning at the Bring the Noise HQ for a while now, it’s been the perfect background music for daydreaming, party planning – and of course working….

It’s a two disk album of electronic bliss, featuring remixes by some of the best around. It has subtle hints of music from around the world – we heard some definite Indian and Latin influences in there. It also contains a fusion of all types of dance too, everything from funk to nu disco – it’ll cater for anyone interested in a chilled way of life.

Bah Sumba Pres. Shake The Dog – Moonlight (Julian Bendall’s Lovers Reprise) is definitely a highlight for us. We aren’t sure whether it’s the smooth like galaxy chocolate soul vocals or the twinkling of sounds coming from the deep that makes us love it so much, but with this as a soundtrack, you can definitely stretch out on the cooling sunset sand and just drift into a state of bliss and harmony.

Another Stand-Out track would have to be the final track of the album, Ben Westbeech – Summer’s Loss. This to us is the pure gold dust of tracks, the heavenly ending. It is the reason why we are always excited to review compilation albums; you never know who you are going to come across. So glad we found Ben. He has the ultimate silk-like soul voice, with the toe-tapping light piano and drum beats it’s like being inside a dream. We are going to keep our eyes on him.

If we lived in L.A had a car with the top down and needed something to cruise too whilst the sun began to set, we would definitely pick this album. But unfortunately (SIGH!) we have none of the above! Ultimately, Serve Chilled: Electronic Summer does send you into a laid-back state of mind – so we can at least dream…..


8/10

Written by: Carly Morris

Stand-out Track: Ben Westbeech – Summer’s Loss

For Fans of: Dance, Lounge, and Soul

Release Date: Out Now!

Those little scamps in One Direction have been kind enough to release an exclusive performance of ‘More Than This’ from their upcoming Live Tour DVD – due out for release on the 28^th May.

‘More Than This’ is the epitome of a boy band ballad. They each take it in turn to sing their little hearts out about a girl they’ve lost, how they’ll love them more than their new boyfriend – bless them! It’s a pure pop hit and with One Direction paving a name for themselves across the globe, it’s clear why – even the video shows young girls hearts melting (there’s even a teary mum..)

With ultimate boy band kings Westlife leaving us at the end of this year – boohoo – someone will take their place. We think it’s likely to be these guys – fingers crossed they don’t lose their voices soon eh?!

With a recent episode of Glee covering their hit single ‘What Makes You Beautiful’, they aren’t going to be big this year – they are going to be massive.

Pre-order the Live DVD ‘Up All Night’ here: http://www.myplaydirect.com/one-direction/details/26716077

Check out the live video for ‘More Than This’ here:

If you have seen the new Microsoft adverts floating about then you will have heard Alex Clare’s new single ‘Too Close’ which is out now.

About a month ago, 26 year old Alex Clare was working away as an estate agent for a friend. His album ‘The Lateness of the Hour’ was in fact released last July but after a bit of a standstill he decided to put his music on hold and work on his next career move. He then got hounded by Microsoft to allow him to use his song ‘Too Close’ in their new advert, he finally agreed – it turned into a worldwide hit.

We aren’t sure whether it’s his haunting and unique vocals or the hint of dub step that we love about this track but either way, it’s beautiful! The video was obviously released last year but we thought you guys might need a reminder – it features Alex singing in a derelict building with what we can only describe as a pair of ninjas battling it out – it’s pretty cool!

He is playing a headline show on the 12^th June at the Scala. Londoners, be sure to check him out!

Check out the video here:

International Superstar Taio Cruz is back with a brand new single featuring ‘Pitbull’ called ‘There She Goes’ due out on the 24th June.

Featured on his highly wanted album, along with previous singles ‘Hangover’ and ‘Troublemaker’, both of which have done no harm in propelling him to Pop Legend. He’s collaborated with everyone from Flo Rida to David Guetta and even Pop Princess Kylie Minogue.

The track is taken off Taio’s third studio album entitled ‘Ty.O’ which has been out since December. The single will be available from the 24th June from iTunes (psst! You can pre-order it now). Bonus! – The version will include mega mixes by Moto Blanco and Rack N Ruin.

‘There she goes’ definitely has a kind of Latin vibe to it, but as always has that infectious style that is found in practically every Taio Cruz song. It’s bound to be another Top 10 hit.

Oddbins have released details of their wine fair to celebrate all things wine. It will be a 2 day event, for both trade and consumers, and will let wine lovers speak to over 65 wine producers, as well as meeting the makers behind key wines.

There will also be wine and champagne master-classes, led by industry experts, snacks from ‘The Butcher and Grill’ and live entertainment. The Follador Prosecco bar will also be open for anyone wishing to relax and sit down. Visitors will be able to interact with experts and other wine enthusiasts, while producers will be able to share their wines with consumers. Visitors will also be able to purchase wines on offer from over 120 wineries.

The wine fair will take place at London’s Victoria House (Bloomsbury Square) on the 25^th and 26^th May 2012.

More information can be found at: www.oddbins.com

The aim of the charity is to encourage those both with and without physical difficulties come together in terms of activities. The money raised will help with an ‘Activity Week’, which will help a disabled child to enjoy some life changing events, such as rock climbing.

Celebrity fliers of the airline have donated one-off items and experiences, which include a signed Snow Patrol guitar and stage side tickets to Zane Lowe at SW4 festival, with a meet and great with him. There’s a wide variety of prizes to be won, and other winnings include rowing on the Thames with Mahe Drysdale, the chance to be drawn into a Comicbook hero, six months unlimited Premium Economy upgrades and even private bass lessons with Grammy-winning Guy Pratt.

The full list action items can be found at: www.airnewzealand.co.uk/ebay and the last day to bid will be May 27 2012.

If you’re still unsure about all the Minecraft hype and you’re getting increasingly frustrated by bashing the f**k out of rocks on Minecraft Classic, then PC Gamer still have the game to download for free from their website.

You’ll only be given 100 minutes to play around with, but that’ll be plenty of time to convince you to fork out £16.95 to play the full unadulterated game FOREVER.

Keep your eyes peeled and expect to see more Minecraft content on Bring the Noise UK.