David

David Bowie has contributed "brief backing vocals" to Arcade Fire's new single, "Reflektor". The news was confirmed on Bowie's Facebook page: "As 9 o'clock pm creeps around the globe on the 9th day of the 9th month, Reflektor, (the latest offering from Arcade Fire) becomes available from participating stores across the planet.

David Crosby has revealed details of his forthcoming album on Twitter. Crosby - who's been providing regular Twitter updates about the album over the last few months - confirmed last night [September 2] the album title and release date, as well as provided more information about the guest musicians who've played on it. In the first Tweet, Crosby wrote: "OK I think it is done ....a brand new David Crosby record.....11 tracks ...all new ....I love it ...."

According to a report in London's Evening Standard last night [September 2], David Bowie is reluctant to make his long-awaited live comeback because he is experiencing nerves over the prospect of returning to the stage. Earlier in the day, representatives working for Bowie have said the singer still has "no current plans" to perform live following reports he has been offered a multi-million pound deal to play in London next year.

Belle And Sebastian at End Of The Road 2013 - review Eels at End Of The Road 2013 – review Parquet Courts at End Of The Road 2013 – review Ethan Johns at End Of The Road 2013 - review Mike Heron & Trembling Bells at End Of The Road 2013 – review William Tyler at End Of The Road 2013 - review When David Byrne and Annie Clark got together to make an album you wouldn't necessarily have imagined they'd be united by brass - especially the kind of brass parts that can only be described as 'fidgety'.

David Crosby has spoken about plans for his forthcoming solo album, the long-delayed CSNY 1974 live album and his current relationship with Neil Young.

A longer version of "Sound And Vision 2013", a reworking of David Bowie's 1977 single, is to be given a digital release later this year.

The David Bowie Is... exhibition is being broadcast live from the Victoria And Albert Museum tonight. The event is taking place at 200 cinemas throughout the UK and begins at 7pm. A limited number of tickets are still available - you can find more information about screenings and how to get tickets here.

Jonathan Wilson has announced details of his new album, Fanfare. Listen to a track from Fanfare, "Dear Friend", here. The album, which will be released through Bella Union on October 14, is the follow up to 2011's Gentle Spirit.

Michael Eavis has said that he is sure David Bowie could headline Glastonbury again.

The nature documentary uniting Bjork and legendary broadcaster David Attenborough will be aired on Channel 4 this Saturday (July 27).