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Incredible Demand For One Direction Tickets Sees Servers And Websites Crashing

Sat, 25 May 2013 10:40:35 +0100

Yesterday, we published a story (http://www.stereoboard.com/content/view/179182/9) predicting that around 1,000,000 One Direction fans would be scrambling for just 250,000 tickets for their 2014 UK and Ireland stadium tour, and that they would sell out in just minutes (http://www.stereoboard.com/content/view/179187/9) this morning. Well, it seems we may have underestimated things - as there are so many of you 1D fans trying to buy tickets that websites and servers across the country are crashing and struggling to keep up!

One Direction Add New Dublin, Manchester And London Dates To �Where We Are� 2014 Tour & Tickets

Sat, 25 May 2013 10:37:21 +0100

Following insane demand for tickets during this morning's on sale, One Direction have begun adding new dates to their 2014 'Where We Are' UK stadium tour. The first batch of additional dates include a second show at Dublin's Croke Park, set for Sunday 25th May, a second show at Manchester's Etihad Stadium on Sunday 1st June and a second show at London's Wembley Stadium for Sunday 8th June. One Direction Tickets (/one-direction-tickets) are ON SALE NOW.

One Direction Tickets For �Where We Are� 2014 UK Stadium Tour ON SALE 10AM TODAY

Sat, 25 May 2013 09:00:49 +0100

The world's biggest pop group, One Direction revealed details of their 'Where We Are' tour at a press conference at London's Wembley Stadium last week. One Direction Tickets (/one-direction-tickets) are ON SALE 10AM TODAY, Saturday 25th May, priced from £42.50 + fees.

McFly Tickets For 10th Anniversary London Royal Albert Hall Shows ON SALE 9AM TODAY

Sat, 25 May 2013 08:24:36 +0100

To celebrate McFly’s tenth anniversary, the band have announced that they will play two very special shows at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall this September. McFly Tickets (/mcfly-tickets) are ON SALE 9AM TODAY, Saturday 25th May, priced from £25.00 + fees.

One Direction Tickets Expected To Sell Out In Minutes

Sat, 25 May 2013 08:21:23 +0100

The World's biggest pop group, One Direction have announced details of their 'Where We Are' summer 2014 UK stadium tour and over 1million fans are expected to rush for tickets during tomorrow's general on sale. Needless to say, tickets WILL sell out within minutes. One Direction Tickets (/one-direction-tickets) are ON SALE 10AM TODAY, Saturday 25th May, priced from £42.50 + fees.

Dark Tranquility Unveil New Track �Endtime Hearts� Ahead Of New Album �Construct�

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:39:46 +0100

Swedish melodic death metal outfit Dark Tranquility are set to release their brand new album ‘Construct’ on May 27th, via Century Media Records - and ahead of it’s release, they’ve premiered brand new track ‘Endtime Hearts’.

The Defiled Reveal New 'Daggers' Album Artwork

Fri, 24 May 2013 17:34:49 +0100

Having recently inked a worldwide deal with Nuclear Blast Entertainment, The Defiled can now reveal the artwork for their forthcoming album ‘Daggers’ – due August 5th.

Saa Anounce They Will Release Debut EP Via Left Blank This Summer

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:44:45 +0100

Electronic pop outfit Saa are to release their eponymous debut EP on July 8th, via the Left Blank label.

Hard Rock Hell 7 Launch Competition To Win Last Two Rooms - Enter Now! (Competition)

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:39:10 +0100

Hard Rock Hell 7 (Cirque Du Rock), which takes place from November 28th to 30th at Hafan Y Mor Holiday Park in Pwllheli, North Wales, has launched a competition giving you the chance to win the last two rooms available at HRH7!

Tame Impala's Kevin Parker: 'Idea Of New Album Doesn't Excite Me'

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:54:53 +0100

Fans of Aussie psych-rockers Tame Impala may have to wait a while for a new album - as the band’s front and general main man Kevin Parker has admitted the idea of a follow-up to last year’s ‘Lonerism’ isn’t something which ‘excites’ him right now.

Stereoboard Talk To Black Star Riders About The Transition From Thin Lizzy & The New Debut Album

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:37:49 +0100

Black Star Riders release their debut album on Monday entitled ‘All Hell Breaks Loose.’ This first of a two-part interview with front man, Ricky Warwick and guitarists Scott Gorham and Damon Johnson will explore the transition from being Thin Lizzy to becoming the Black Star Riders, the new name and their reaction to fans’ opinions.

1,000,000 Fans Set To Scramble For 250,000 One Direction Tickets!

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:29:59 +0100

World-beating boyband One Direction sent their fans crazy with the announcement of a global stadium tour earlier this month, a tour which includes five UK and Ireland dates in Dublin, Sunderland, Manchester, Edinburgh, and London. In fact, we think there’s only thing that’s going to send their fans into an even wilder frenzy - the rush to get tickets tomorrow morning!

Evile Confirm London Show With Suicidal Tendencies

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:37:29 +0100

Evile have confirmed a show in London with legendary crossover thrashers Suicidal Tendencies.

Young Knives Reveal 'Maureen' Video

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:20:14 +0100

Young Knives have unveiled the video for their new single 'Maureen', taken from their forthcoming EP 'Oh Happiness' released 24th June.

Conor Maynard Joins The Wanted & The Saturdays At Brighton's SD2 Festival

Fri, 24 May 2013 14:09:17 +0100

SD2 has announced that local pop hero Conor Maynard will be taking to the stage for the first edition of this pop music extravaganza.

One Direction Reveal �Where We Are� UK & Ireland Tour Dates, Ticket Prices & ...

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:22:50 +0100

World record-breakers and stars of their own forthcoming 3D concert movie, One Direction have announced details of their 'Where We Are' summer 2014 UK stadium tour. Ticket sellers are bracing themselves for a frenzied rush for One Direction Tickets (/one-direction-tickets) at 10am tomorrow, Saturday 25th May, as 1million fans are expected to scramble for their place at the five already confirmed shows. Before buying, why not check out the venue's standing/seating plans to check out your all important vantage point. See below for details below.

Warrant Issued For Tim Dog's Arrest - Did Rapper Fake His Own Death?

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:10:13 +0100

If you remember rapper Tim Dog (we don’t blame you if you don’t), and were a fan of him, you may have been saddened to learn of his death in February earlier this year.

Dancing On Ice To Bow Out With Mammoth 2014 Tour & Tickets

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:39:24 +0100

Torvil Dean's Dancing on Ice The Final Tour 2014 will hit arenas across the UK from March next year!

Rod Stewart Adds Third Glasgow Hydro Show To �Time� UK Tour - Tickets ON SALE NOW

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:10:58 +0100

Another Glasgow date has been added to Rod Stewart's 'Time' tour due to phenomenal demand.

Memorial Service For Slayer's Jeff Hanneman Goes Ahead Smoothly; Kerry King Thanks Fans

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:05:54 +0100

The public memorial for Slayer superstar Jeff Hanneman went ahead smoothly yesterday, with guitarist Kerry King thanking the legions of fans for their support - and without a sign of the evil Westboro Baptist Church.

Frightened Rabbit Post Video For 'Late March, Death March' - Watch Now

Fri, 24 May 2013 12:01:28 +0100

Selkirk quintet Frightened Rabbit have unveiled a tour video for their new single 'Late March, Death March', filmed on their recent visit to Australia. 'Late March, Death March' is taken from an EP of the same name, released on 4th June. The EP contains an alternative version of 'Late March, Death March', alongside 'The Architect' – a collaboration with Manchester Orchestra released on Record Store Day.

Soundgarden Announce Second Show At London�s Brixton Academy - Tickets ON SALE NOW

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:52:21 +0100

Legends of the Seattle alternative rock scene, Soundgarden have added a second date at London's Brixton Academy to their autumn UK tour due to demand for tickets.

Twenty One Pilots Reveal Video For �Migraine�

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:42:38 +0100

Last year Columbus, Ohio duo twenty one pilots signed to prestigious label Fueled By Ramen and have since had a whirlwind 12 months. They’re now ready to hit the UK with their label debut album 'Vessel' to be released later this year and following an incredible sold out show at the Barfly in March the band have announced a small UK run. They will kick things off at London’s Underworld on 6th June and will return in August for two more regional shows in Birmingham on 19th August and Manchester on 20th August ahead of their performances at Reading/Leeds Festival. Their second single ‘Migraine’ will be released on 17th June.

British Lotus F1 Team To Use Daft Punk Car In Monaco Grand Prix

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:36:59 +0100

Britain's Lotus Formula One team will be hoping they ‘Get Lucky’ at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend - as they’re using a car covered in Daft Punk decals and graphics to compete in it!

UB40 Postpone UK Dates To Finish New Album

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:08:29 +0100

UB40 have announced the postponement of four UK tour dates due to an unexpected delay in the completion of their forthcoming album, ‘Getting Over The Storm’, due for release in August 2013 on Universal/Virgin Records.

Billy Joel To Peform At Dublin�s O2 This November & Tickets

Fri, 24 May 2013 10:06:33 +0100

Multi-Grammy award winner Billy Joel is to perform at Dublin's O2 this November. The new Irish show will be the first time in seven years the Hall Of Famer has played in the city.

Avenged Sevenfold Add Dublin & Belfast Shows To December Tour & Tickets

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:39:30 +0100

Avenged Sevenfold have announced dates for a return to Ireland this December. The Irish shows will sit inbetween their already confirmed UK shows in Manchester, London and Birmingham.

Rod Stewart Adds Second Show At Glasgow�s Hydro To �Time� UK Tour - Tickets ON SALE NOW

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:26:50 +0100

Rod Stewart has added a second show at Glasgow's Hydro Arena to his autumn 'Time' UK tour.

Lionel Richie & Jennifer Lopez Tickets For Hyde Park British Summer Time Gig ON SALE 9AM TODAY

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:03:14 +0100

Barclaycard's British Summer Time at Hyde Park has recently announced a host of live shows for July, including a headline slot from Lionel Richie and Jennifer Lopez closing the 10-day extravaganza. Lionel Richie Tickets (/lionel-richie-tickets) are ON SALE 9AM TODAY, Friday 24th May.

JLS & The Beach Boys Tickets For Hyde Park British Summer Time Gig ON SALE 9AM TODAY

Fri, 24 May 2013 08:00:46 +0100

Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park has announced details of a day for the whole family on the 7th July with buckets of entertainment and music, headlined by chart-topping pop superstars JLS.