The Kinks' Ray Davies has said Mumford & Sons remind him of his former band. The two acts have collaborated on Davies' new album 'See My Friends', which re-works a number of The Kinks' most famous hits. Read more >>

Gary Barlow has opened up for the first time about the criticised he received from Robbie Williams after the singer quit Take That. In a new documentary about the group's recent reunion with Williams, Barlow said he suffered when the singer poked fun at his failed solo career. Read more >>

Happy Mondays star Shaun Ryder is set to appear on the new series of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here, it's been reported. The singer is one of twelve celebrities rumoured to be appearing on the show, which starts this weekend. Read more >>

Liam Gallagher's new band Beady Eye are set to release their first single as a free download. The song, entitled 'Bring The Light', will be available from beadyeyemusic.com at 10am (GMT) tomorrow (November 10). Read more >>

Several vocals on a forthcoming new Michael Jackson album were recorded using a mobile phone, according to reports. The late singer is said to have sung lyrics to producers via phone because he feared the songs would be leaked online. Read more >>

My Chemical Romance have moved to play down reports their forthcoming album will be their last. In an interview with The Sun Times, singer Gerard Way said that 'Danger Days: The True Lives Of The Fabulous Killjoys' “could be our last big adventure”. Read more >>

White Lies have unveiled the artwork for their forthcoming album 'Ritual'. The cover for the group's second LP, which is released on January 17, shows a picture of two twin girls. Read more >>

Jay-Z has put to the rest the rumours that his pop star wife Beyonce is pregnant. The rapper spoke about the allegations during an appearance on radio station BBC 1Xtra. Read more >>

Pulp have been tipped to headline next year's Glastonbury festival following their recent reunion. The group, who have reformed in their original line-up, have already announced two festival dates, including one in London. Read more >>

Michael Jackson's children have spoken for the first time about their father, who died last year. In a TV interview with Oprah Winfrey, the singer's eldest children - Paris, 13, and Prince Michael, 12 – said their dad was misunderstood. Read more >>

Danger Mouse has revealed that Jack White and Norah Jones will appear on his forthcoming collaboration album with Italian composer Daniele Luppi. The new album is named 'Rome' after Danger Mouse and Luppi recorded the album over the past five years around the Italian capital. Read more >>

Gruff Rhys has announced tracklisting for his new solo album 'Hotel Shampoo'. The record, which is the Super Furry Animals star's third solo effort, is released on February 14. Read more >>

Eminem has revealed that he finds it difficult to date women because of his position in the public eye. The rapper, who twice married childhood sweetheart Kimberley Anne Scott, admitted that he struggled with “trust issues”. Read more >>

Former Creation label boss Alan McGee has said Oasis will reform in "four or five years". McGee, who founded Creation Records and signed Oasis, said that the Gallagher brothers will reform despite the huge rift that caused the band's split last year. Read more >>

Lil' Wayne has posted a video on Facebook thanking his fans for supporting him during his stint in prison. The rapper was released from Rikers Island in New York last week after serving eight months of a one-year sentence for gun possession. Read more >>

The Charlatans and The Coral have been added to the line-up for this year’s Hogmanay concert in Edinburgh, it’s been announced. The bands will join previously announced headliners Biffy Clyro at the Concert In The Gardens on December 31. Read more >>

Coldplay are set to play two concerts this Christmas in support of the homeless charity Crisis, it's been announced. The gigs will take place at venues in Liverpool on December 18 and Newcastle on December 20. Read more >>

Shane MacGowan will be joining The Priests as they attempt to claim the Christmas top spot. The single 'Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth' will be released December 12 on Epic Records. Read more >>

Anna Calvi is set to release her self-titled debut album on January 17. The singer's debut was co-produced by Rob Ellis between studios in both France and London. Read more >>

Elbow have added an extra date to their UK tour due to phenomenal demand. The band were originally set to play nine dates in support of their as-yet-untitled new album. Due to popular demand, Elbow have added an extra date at London's O2 Arena on March 29 2011. Read more >>

Kanye West’s collaboration with John Legend, which features on his new album, has leaked online. The track, entitled ‘Blame Game’, emerged on blogs and file-sharing websites today (November 9), and also features actor Chris Rock. Read more >>

Carl Barat has announced details of a UK tour, which is due to take place next February and March. The Libertines singer will play ten dates in support of his self-titled debut solo album. Read more >>

Justin Bieber has closed the gap in his race to replace Lady Gaga as the most followed person on Twitter. The teen star passed 6 millions followers earlier today (November 9) and is now just one million behind Lady Gaga. Read more >>

Queen have parted company with EMI after 40 years at the record label. The band have signed to Universal and will release re-mastered versions of all their albums next year. Read more >>

Nicki Minaj has spoken about her relationship with Young Money mentor Lil’ Wayne. The rapper, who attended Lil’ Wayne’s homecoming party at the weekend, said the hip-hop star had taught her the importance of never slowing down. Read more >>