Jam with Robina album launch

Pontypridd's finest Jam with Robina will be launching their new album "Dark recollections" at the Promised Land, 4 Windsor Place, Cardiff on Friday 4th March doors 7.00 pm with the band on stage at 9.00 pm. Entry is free.

James Vincent McMorrow heads for Wales

James Vincent McMorrow, the hotly tipped singer from Ireland, is playing the Globe in Cardiff on Saturday 7th May. His debut album "Early in the Morning" has already been a huge success in his home country and is finally out here in March. Tickets are on sale now:

http://www.wegottickets.com/event/110144

Charlatans Warm the Winter

The Charlatans have announced an acoustic UK tour to promote their new EP "Winter Warmers". The band play the Central Station, Wrexham 8th March which is also the release date for the EP.

Hey Hey They're the Monkees

Yes the original Monkees minus Mike Nesmith are touring yet again and will be in Wales 24th May when they appear at the Cardiff Arena.

Ryder Postpones gigs

Shaun Ryder has postponed the rest of his UK tour due to health problems. He was due to appear at the Millennium Music Hall in Cardiff 26th February.

UPDATE: now re-scheduled for 11th March

Al's Coffee Club

Al Lewis is undertaking a UK tour of Cafe Nero's. He is due to perform at Cafe Nero, Duke St Cardiff on Wednesday 9th March at 4.00 pm.

High Llamas on their way

The High Llamas will be playing at the Cardiff Globe 21st May. The band who were formed in 1990 by ex Microdisney Sean O'Hagan are releasing a new album "Talahomi High" 19th April. Tickets are on sale now:

http://www.wegottickets.com/event/109699

Glasvgas go to University

Glasvegas have added more dates to their UK tour including Cardiff University 4th May.The band's 2nd album 'EUPHORIC /// HEARTBREAK' is out 4th April.

Adele returns

Adele has announced a UK tour for September including a date at Cardiff Arena 7th September. This is another step up for Adele who first played the Buffalo in Cardiff prior to releasing her album and St David's Hall in 2008. Tickets are on sale Friday 18th February.

Welsh dates for Manics

The Manic Street Preachers have announced some new live dates including 2 in Wales. The band play the Venue Cymru Arena in Llandudno Wednesday 18th May followed by Cardiff Arena on Saturday 21st May. Tickets are on sale 18th February.

Fleet Foxes Headline at Greenman

Fleet Foxes have been announced as one of the headliners at this year's Geenman Festival taking place 19-21 August. Other acts announced today include:

Bellowhead,The Burns Unit,Villagers,Wild Nothing, Polar Bear, Robyn Hitchcock,Ellen & The Escapades, Our Broken Garden, Emily Barker, The Gentle Good, 2:54, The Travelling Band, Bleeding Heart Narrative, The Ramshackle Union Band, Mancub Babywoman.

Tickets are now on sale.

Watch this space for more Greenman news as and when we get it.

Willy Mason @ The Gate

SWN and END OF THE ROAD FESTIVAL have announced a show at the Gate in Cardiff 6th September featuring WILLY MASON, THE STAVES and DAN LEFKOWITZ. Tickets priced £12.50 are on sale now.

http://www.wegottickets.com/event/109387

Laugharne Festival Tickets on sale now

Tickets are on sale from today for this year's literary and arts Laugharne Festival which takes place at the West Wales location 15-17th April . Tickets are priced at £65 and artists already confirmed include Robert Wyatt, John Cooper Clarke and Howard Marks. Tickets are available at:

http://www.ticketweb.co.uk/user?query=search®ion=xxx&category=misc&search=LAUGHARNE

Greenman Festival Tickets on sale 15th February

Tickets for his year's Greenman Festival finally go on sale next week on Tuesday 15th February. Also expected next week is news of the first batch of artists due to appear. Watch this space for news on the festival as we get it.

Junip Postpone Cardiff gig

Due to illness Junip ft Jose Gonzalez have had to pospone their show at the Millennium Music Hall due to have taken place this Sunday 6th February. The show will be rescheduled and we will let you know when a new date has been arranged. Get well soon Jose!

Huw Stephens to Replace Jo Whiley

Huw Stephens will be replacing Jo Whiley at Radio 1 when she leaves in March for Radio 2. Huw will be hosting the weekend afternoon slot and is delighted at the news:

“I love presenting on Radio 1 and can't wait to present my own weekends show. Taking over from Jo Whiley is a real honour. She's a brilliant broadcaster and an inspiration and I hope to continue with Jo's enthusiasm and love for music on the show. My current shows give me the chance to dig deep and champion exciting emerging music so I look forward to adding new sounds to weekend afternoons.”

Congratulations Huw from everyone at newsoundwales!