VIDEO: Pint Shot Riot - Viva England

Pint Shot Riot - Viva England

Coventry band Pint Shot Riot have scored a winning goal with their England World Cup anthem 'Viva England', the catchy tune follows hot on the heals of their last single 'Nothing From You' - which was featured on Channel 5's 'Live From Studio 5' in May (Available on iTunes and from good record stores like HMV).

The charity sin­gle is about get­ting be­hind the Eng­land team dur­ing South Africa 2010, whilst al­so rais­ing aware­ness for the Home­less World Cup, a UK based char­i­ty that helps thou­sands ev­ery year play their way out of pover­ty with foot­ball.

The new single 'Viva England' will be available to download from June 7, all proceeds are going to the Homeless World Cup charity.  You can vote for the Pint Shot Riot song and win a signed copy of brand new The Parlotones album, an England World Cup mi-football iPod doc and a the top 5 Shoot Music albums from 2010 in the TalkSport competition (closes midnight on Sunday 6 June, 2010).

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Alvis Car Production Set For Coventry Return

One of the famous car companies from the last century looks like it will be making a return to Coventry thanks to ex-employees who formed Red Triangle. They now own the Alvis brand and if plans go well, the company could bring back the iconic Coventry car.

First produced in Coventry in 1920, Alvis manufactured around 22,000 cars in the city until it was taken over by Rover in 1967 and the Holyhead plant eventually closed. Since then Red Triangle have been restoring and supplying genuine Alvis components, while increasing the number of skilled technicians employed at the company. Currently based in Kenilworth, the company now owns The Alvis Car Company Ltd name and enthusiasts can look forward too a new era for Alvis.


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The Cougars @ Kasbah Coventry

The Cougars were back in Coventry over the Bank Holiday weekend and the crowds at Kasbah nightclub were in for a real treat. Ashley, George, Ross and Matt not only warmed up for The Delays performance, they truly 'rocked the Kasbah' with their power packed set list.

Despite The Cougars having van trouble, even before they had set off from Cambridge it didn't stop lead singer Ashley and drummer Matt from lugging all the equipment into their cars and driving up to Coventry so as not to disappoint fans. Many an artist would have pulled the plug on the gig but The Cougars love Coventry too much for such a thing to happen!

The Cougars deserve praise for delivering such an energetic performance and are a worthy contenders for the main stage at the Kasbah. Coventry and indeed the world, needs bands like The Cougars during these difficult times. Despite having a long drive back to Cambridge and the prospect of a long 13 hour shift at work, Ashley and the lads stayed behind for The Delays set and shared a few drinks long into the night with fans. No wonder Coventry love The Cougars!

 Ashley strikes a pose

 George pouts

Ross and Gaz from Bootleg Poets get cosy!

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VIDEO: 2-Tone Central Fund Raiser Event

Here are a selection of videos from the 2-Tone Central Fund Raiser Event held in Coventry, with Allskas, Roddy Radiation and the Skabilly Rebels and Pint Shot Riot all performing during the event. See pictures from the night HERE.


Allskas - Enjoy Yourself @ 2-Tone Central Fundraiser Event


Roddy Radiation and the Skabilly Rebels - You're Wondering Now @ 2-Tone Central Event


Roddy Radiation and the Skabilly Rebels - Rat Race @ 2-Tone Central Fundraiser Event


Allskas - Too Much Pressure/Pressure Drop @ 2-Tone Central Fundraiser Event


Allskas - Message To You Rudy @ 2-Tone Central Fundraiser Event


Roddy Radiation and the Skabilly Rebels - Hey Little Rich Girl @ 2-Tone Event


Roddy Radiation and the Skabilly Rebels - Gangsters @ 2-Tone Central Event


Pint Shot Riot - Come Back To Me @ 2-Tone Central Fundraiser Event

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PICTURES: 2-Tone Central Fund Raiser Event

Here are a selection of pictures from the 2-Tone Central Fund Raiser Event held at Venue 54 in Cox Street, Coventry. Bringing together musicians and SKA fans from Coventry and beyond. The event was organised by Pete Chambers and featured Roddy Radiation and Skabilly Rebels, Horace Panter joined The Tones, Pint Shot Riot and Just Morale formed part of the line-up.

Coventry DJ Brody Swain hosted the evening event, with a charity auction and raffle helping to raise hundreds towards the new 2-Tone Central cafe/venue. The musical history of Coventry looks set to live on, thanks to the dedication of all those who saw SKA music have such a positive effect in Coventry and around the world.

VIDEOS:  HERE

Roddy Radiation and Skabilly Rebels

Nice shoes!

Roddy Radiation in action

Roddy Radiation and Skabilly Rebels

The Allskas

The Allskas

The Allskas

Pint Shot Riot

 DJ Brody Swain compares for the night

Pete Chambers has a few words to say.....

The Tones

Just Morale

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Ivor Novello Awards 2010: The Winners

Here is the list of winners from the 2010 Ivor Novello Awards held in London today (May 20th). Lily Allen was the clear winner this year as she tearfully collected three awards.

Best Song:

The Fear - Lily Allen

Album Award:

Sunny Side Up - Paolo Nutini

Best Contemporary Song:

Daniel - Bat For Lashes

PRS Most Performed Work:

The Fear - Lily Allen

International Achievement:

Imogen Heap

Ivors Inspiration Award:

Johnny Marr

Ivors Classical Music Award:

Sir Peter Maxwell Davies

Outstanding Contribution To British Music:

Trevor Horn

Lifetime Achievement:

Paul Weller

The Academy Fellowship:

Sir Tim Rice

Special International Award:

Neil Sedaka

Songwriters Of The Year:

Lily Allen and Greg Kurstin

Best Television Soundtrack:

Desperate Romantics

Best Original Film Score:

Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Best Original Video Game Score:

Killzone 2

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PICTURES: Vanity Fair World Cup Footballers In Tight Pants

Here are the Vanity Fair pictures of the World Cup footballers getting down to just their pants for the June issue of the glossy magazine. Cristiano Ronaldo and Didier Drogba can be seen on the cover in just a pair of tight pants for the Annie Leibovitz photoshoot.

World Cup players Muntari, Donovan, Kaka, Eto'o and Da Silva were also part of the Vanity Fair exclusive article, but it was Cristiano Ronaldo who has drawn the most publicity. The June issue of Vanity Fair is out now!

Cristiano Ronaldo - Vanity Fair photoshoot

* Cristiano Ronaldo Armani Pictures: HERE

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Muslim Extremists Force South Park Censorship

Comedy Central had to bleep out and censor any references to the so-called Prophet Muhammad in the latest episode of South Park, after Muslim extremists made veiled threats over the episode that depicted Muhammad as a bear.

The controversial cartoon series is no stranger to public outrage, but with comments from an Muslim extremists website warning of the outcome if the episode was showing, prompted Comedy Central to bleep out all references to Muhammad. The website listed the New York headquarters of Comedy Central, the cable television channel that broadcasts the show, and South Park's production company, adding: "You can pay them a visit at these addresses."

News Story on the South Park eposide.

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The Cougars Return To Coventry

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The Cougars are coming back to Coventry on Friday 23 April (St Georges Day) and will get the Kasbah rocking with their lively performance. The Cambridge lads are no strangers to Coventry - having previously performed at The Phoenix twice and long time friends of Coventry's The Ripps meant they already know Kasbah.

One of The Cougars songs (check out the words to 'You Having A Good Time Man' on their MySpace page), was inspired after an unexpected night out at the Colosseum and The Cougars have been eager to return back to Coventry for a long time.

If you have not heard The Cougars perform, then get yourself to the Kasbah on Friday evening and celebrate St George's Day in style with the infectious sounds of SKA, indie and punk all rolled into one! The band are so impressive, I was inspired to write these words, "The best new band of 2007 with their fusion of punk/pop and a stage presence that keeps the audience memorised throughout. These guys deserve to be MASSIVE! Well worth watching live!"

WHO: The Cougars 

- Ashley Read (Vocals, Guitar)WHERE: Kasbah, Primrose Street, Coventry

- Ross Castle (Guitar)

- George Coupland(Bass)

- Matt Johnson (Drums)

 

WHEN: Friday 23 April, after 11pm

Follow The Cougars on:

MySpace

Facebook

Twitter

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Shakira To Perform At Glastonbury

It has been confirmed that international singer Shakira will be shaking her hips at Glastonbury festival on Saturday 26th June 2010. The Colombian will perform on the Pyramid Stage just before Muse and Scissor Sisters and is expected to woe the massive crowds with her hits 'Gypsy' and 'Hips Don't Lie'.

Speaking about her appearance, Shakira said, "I'm really looking forward to playing Glastonbury this year and being a part of their 40th anniversary. Glastonbury is famous for being one of the best festival crowds, so I'm sure I'll have a great time."

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