October 7th, 2010

Actress and rock singer Juliette Lewis has been injured in a hit-and-run incident in California while promoting her new film ‘Conviction‘.

When rumours of Steven Tyler’s impending decision to join hit TV show American Idol first began to surface, it seemed his move on to the judging panel could increase problems for Aerosmith during what has already been a fractious time for the band. However, guitarist Brad Whitford has attempted to ease fans’ fears today, and said Tyler’s American Idol gig could aid the group during the recording of their new album.

La Roux’s new video for ‘In the Kill’ Remix was shot at the historic and legendary Hotel Chelsea in NYC.

After a successful west coast headlining run and a string of shows with Band of Horses, celebrated LA rock band Darker My Love will head out on a US tour with Delta Spirit. Beginning November 15th in Lawrence, KS, Darker My Love will be playing songs from their new album “Alive As You Are,”

In today’s Soundbites, our quick take on news, reviews and tabloid gossip, a personal note from Kurt Cobain is up for grabs, we take a look at Frankie & The Heartstrings’ new track and touring bands are given a helping hand by Taco Bell. There’s also news of a court success for Lily Allen, and Karen O gets involved with the Jackass boys.