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Watch Leonard Cohen debut new song

Leonard Cohen debuted a new song during his Dublin concert on Friday, September 12. Called "I've Got A Little Secret", the song has been a work in progress for the past few years; some of the lyrics were also used in the song “Feels So Good” that he debuted during his 2009 tour and has since appeared in his set list over the previous few years. Cohen wraps up the current European leg of his tour on September 18 in Rotterdam, then begins a series of shows in Australia and New Zealand in November. You can watch Cohen perform the song below.

Paul McCartney reveals New album tracklisting

Paul McCartney has revealed the full tracklisting to his new album, detailing which songs the different producers on the album have worked on. Titled New, the album features production from Mark Ronson, Paul Epworth and Ethan Johns, who has previously worked with Kings Of Leon and Laura Marling. Long-term McCartney collaborator Giles Martin also features on the album's production credits. Scroll down to see the full details now. New has been announced for an October 14 release date. 'Save Us' (produced by Paul Epworth)

Morrissey’s autobiography reportedly pulled from publication

Morrissey's forthcoming autobiography has reportedly been pulled days before publication. According to a post on Morrissey fansite, True To You, the book - titled Autobiography - was due for publication in the UK this coming Monday [September 16]. However, the post continues, "a last-minute content disagreement between Penguin Books and Morrissey has caused the venture to collapse. No review copies were printed, and Morrissey is now in search of a new publisher."

Arcade Fire’s Win Butler addresses criticism over ‘Reflektor’ graffiti

Win Butler had addressed criticism over the band's Reflektor graffiti marketing campaign in a handwritten letter. In the run-up to the announcement of their new single, which was released on Monday (September 9), a mysterious 'Reflektor' logo decorated buildings, pavements, food stalls and monuments around the world. The band were later revealed to be behind the campaign.

Iron Maiden’s Bruce Dickinson denies manufacturing drones for US military

Iron Maiden singer Bruce Dickinson has denied receiving a $500 million (£316 million) contract from the US military to manufacture drones. The claim had been made on the blog Dorset Eye in a post titled: 'Bruce Dickinson: Rock'n'Roll Warmonger', which took as its source an announcement on a South African conference speakers' website.

Mike Love: “I would like to write songs with my cousin Brian Wilson”

The Beach BoysMike Love, speaking in the new issue of Uncut, has revealed he is keen to write more songs with his cousin Brian Wilson.

Watch Neil Young debut new song live

Neil Young debuted a new song live last night [September 11]. Young made a guest appearance with his wife's band, Pegi Young & The Survivors, at Johnny D's in Somerville, Massachusetts. According to one report online, "Neil played back up guitar for most of the night, but broke out on a couple of tunes with some great guitar work." During the set, Young debuted a new, as yet untitled song - scroll down to watch.

Brian May: unreleased Freddie material may lead to new Queen album

A number of duets recorded by Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson could now become part of a new Queen album, Brian May has claimed. Earlier this year it was reported that around three tracks Mercury and Jackson recorded in 1983 will be made available to fans. Speaking in July, Brian May said there will be, "something for folks to hear" in two months time.

The Beatles confirm tracklisting for On Air – Live At The BBC Volume 2

The Beatles have confirmed details of their anticipated On Air – Live At The BBC Volume 2 collection. The album will be released Monday, November 11 in 2CD and 180-gram vinyl packages with a 48-page booklet. On Air’s 63 tracks include 37 previously unreleased performances and 23 previously unreleased recordings of in-studio banter and conversation between the band’s members and their BBC radio hosts.
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