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Manic Street Preachers debut new song “Let’s Go To War” at Brixton gig – watch

Manic Street Preachers played new song "Let's Go To War" for the first time as they ended their UK tour in London last night (April 11). The band offered up a taste of new album Futurology during their headline performance at O2 Academy Brixton with Nicky Wire introducing the track by saying: "Please excuse me if I fuck it up. This is a nice marching song, it's called 'Let's Go To War'."

Elvis Presley’s estate sues over gun adverts

Elvis Presley's estate is allegedly suing a gun manufacturer for using the singer's likeness in an advert. According to TMZ, Elvis Presley Enterprises has filed a lawsuit against Beretta claiming they wrongfully used Presley's image without permission to advertise their new 692 shotgun. They also used Elvis impersonators at the 2014 Shot Show in Las Vegas.

Morrissey reveals track listing and release date for new album, World Peace Is None of Your Business

Morrissey has revealed the tracklist for his new album World Peace Is None of Your Business. The quasi-official fan site True-To-You confirms that the album will be released in July and includes songs with titles such as "Neal Cassidy Drops Dead", "Earth Is The Loneliest Planet" and "Kick The Bride Down The Aisle". Scroll down to see the full tracklist.

Jesse Winchester dies aged 69

Jessie Winchester has died aged 69. The musician had been suffering from cancer and passed away at his home in Charlottesville, Virginia on Friday morning. "Friends, our sweet Jesse died peacefully in his sleep this morning," said a message posted on Winchester's Facebook page. "Bless his loving heart."

J Mascis, Kim Gordon and more join Nirvana for tiny Brooklyn show

Nirvana followed their Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction by playing an intimate show at Brooklyn's Saint Vitus, which has a capacity of 230. As reported by Noisey, the band were joined by a series of guest singers, beginning with Joan Jett, who opened the show with "Smells Like Teen Spirit", "Breed", "In Bloom" and "Territorial Pissings".

Dentist details plan to clone John Lennon and raise him as his son

Canadian dentist Dr Michael Zuk has outlined his plans to clone John Lennon using DNA from the singer’s tooth. Speaking to Channel 4's Dead Famous DNA, Dr Zuk told presenter Mark Evans: “He could be looked at as my son.” Dr Zuk, who lives in Alberta, Canada, bought the wisdom tooth for nearly £20,000 at an auction two years ago. It was previously in the possession of Lennon's housekeeper. However, he accepted that the technology to clone the singer is not currently available to him.

Nirvana reunite with female singers

The surviving members of Nirvana reunited last night [April 10] at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They were joined by four female vocalists, filling in for Kurt Cobain. Joan Jett sang "Smells Like Teen Spirit", Kim Gordon took on "Aneurysm", St. Vincent performed "Lithium" and Lorde covered "All Apologies" with bassist Krist Novoselic, drummer Dave Grohl and guitarist Pat Smear.

Bruce Springsteen inducts the E Street Band into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: read his speech in full

Bruce Springsteen inducted the E Street Band into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame last night [April 10]. The current line-up of the E Street Band was on hand for the induction, alongside original drummer Vini "Mad Dog" Lopez and keyboardist David Sancious. Danny Federici's widow Maya accepted on his behalf, and Victoria Clemons spoke for her late husband Clarence. You can read Springsteen's entire induction speech below:
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