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Single "Run" (2004)
Video Premiere: Snow Patrol's 'The Planets Bend Between Us'
May 05, 2009 11:05:39A music video in companion of Snow Patrol's single "The Planets Bend Between Us" has been premiered. It features the band's lead singer Gary Lightbody making his way around the town while a pair of hands appears on screen, continually cutting the background and then changing it with different ones.
"The Planets Bend Between Us" is a song appearing in Snow Patrol's fifth studio effort "A Hundred Million Suns". A follow up to third single "If There's a Rocket Tie Me to It", the track was featured in a "Grey's Anatomy" episode titled "An Honest Mistake" in mid February.
Video Premiere: Snow Patrol's 'Crack the Shutters'
November 17, 2008 01:11:26Northern Irish and Scottish alternative rock band Snow Patrol have premiered a music video for their brand new single "Crack the Shutters". The video presents the band members performing the song in the middle of people running fast, seemingly trying to make an escape from something.
"Crack the Shutters" is the second single which is written by frontman Gary Lightbody. The song comes from the band's fifth major studio effort "A Hundred Million Suns" which has been available for U.S. purchase since October 28.
Video Premiere: Snow Patrol's 'Take Back the City'
September 24, 2008 10:09:58Snow Patrol have dropped a music video to support their first single "Take Back the City". Written by Gary Lightbody, the song is confirmed to appear in the rockers' upcoming fifth effort, "A Hundred Million Suns", which is expected to come out on October 28.
Reportedly directed by Alex Cortes, the music video starts rolling with a scene of a city view. Then, the band's members are shown wandering in the town at night and going on a sightseeing while performing the tune.
Snow Patrol's New LP to Pioneer iPhone's Interactive Application
September 02, 2008 02:09:52Apple Inc. is teaming up with Snow Patrol to launch an interactive application for iPhones and iPod touch users. The new digital application will enable music lovers to access a raft of extra contents, including behind-the-scenes images, lyrics, and exclusive artwork via the touch screen of their handsets.
According to Music Week, the new application will be launched via the band's latest album "A Hundred Million Suns", making the band to be the first artists to enjoy the application. Speaking of the project, Snow Patrol's product manager Liz Goodwin says that the application is so amazing that the band's fans have to list it on their must-buy items. "It will be an interactive element; a digital booklet that will take you into the videos and content," Liz says. "For fans it will be a real must-have, and the fact that they are the first band to do this gives us an additional angle for exposure."
A Break Before Another Album for Snow Patrol
June 13, 2007 12:06:24
On the brink of success with the release of "Eyes Open" (2006), Scottish act Snow Patrol won't rush the next album this year. Though some songs are ready to be cooked this autumn, the band thinks that they as well as fans deserve a break.
"I've written loads. Nathan (Connolly) has written quite a few songs, Paul (Wilson) has been writing quite a bit as well, so the new album could be done when we finish this tour in September," vocalist Gary Lightbody said. "But I don't think there's any point of doing it this early. I think people by the end of the summer will just about have had enough, and that's fair enough."
Live Earth Concerts, Big Event with Big Lineups
April 11, 2007 09:04:31
Held on July 7, 2007 across 7 continents, Live Earth Concerts self-declares that it is an event that is worth it. Lineups for both UK and US have been announced and they are the ones who will attract billions of audience and promote the fight against global warming.
Performing at London's Wembley Stadium are Beastie Boys, Black Eyed Peas, Bloc Party, Corinne Bailey Rae, Damien Rice, David Gray, Duran Duran, Foo Fighters, Genesis, James Blunt, John Legend, Keane, Madonna, Paolo Nutini, Razorlight, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Snow Patrol.
The Rolling Stones Among Headliners of Isle of Wight Fest
March 21, 2007 11:03:21
The Rolling Stones will step on the UK festival stage for the first time since 1976. The British band will headline the Isle of Wight Festival on June 10. It is expected that the frontman Mick Jagger will give a live Webcast on March 22 in the website. The talk will concern this involvement, other European concert dates as well as the make-up concerts for 2006 cancelled dates.
The festival that absorbs a growing number of audiences each year will be held on June 8 until June 10. Snow Patrol and The Feeling will headline the first day and on the next day Muse and Kasabian will replace them as the headliner. Finally on the last date, The Rolling Stone will headline it alongside Keane.
R.E.M. Records John Lennon's Song for Charity
March 14, 2007 04:03:16
Not only receiving the induction ceremony in Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, R.E.M. is also giving out something. In that evening, the band presents "Number 9 Dream", a song by John Lennon which is re-recorded to be included in charity album "Instant Karma: The Campaign To Save Darfur".
Involving original members, Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and drummer Bill Berry who retired in 1997, the track will be the album's first single released. It debuted in radios on March 12, the same day the band received the induction ceremony.
Snow Patrol Caught in "Spider-Man 3"'s Web
March 12, 2007 02:03:54
Joining the excitement of Spider-Man 3's much anticipated release is Snow Patrol. The alternative rock band is going to contribute a song in the movie's soundtrack.
Representing the band, lead singer Gary Lightbody said that he is excited on the involvement alone, despite the unknown status. It is reported that the band's single "Signal Fire" will be the one used and that the band is still 'not sure' its whereabouts in the movie. He said, "Signal Fire will be featured in the trailers and the movie itself. It may only appear over the end credits, but hey, it's Spidey!"
Snow Patrol Drummer, Jonny Quinn, Quits Tour
January 24, 2007 02:01:23
His breaking arm resulted from a snowboarding accident has forced Snow Patrol drummer, Jonny Quinn, to quit the band's forthcoming tour. Quinn suffered his injury while snowboarding in the French Alps.
Concerning the incident, the hitmakers have replaced Quinn with the services of longtime friend Graham Hopkins who thus will join the band for their forthcoming European and Australian dates, starting on 4 March in Offenbach, Germany.
Top 10 Singles on the Billboard Hot 100
December 01, 2006 01:12:04
R&B star Akon is still dominating the US singles charts, having his track "I Wanna Love You" featuring Snoop Dogg scores the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for a second week in a row. Aside, his other single titled "Smack That" unfortunately slips one to No. 3, trading place with Beyonce Knowles' "Irreplaceable" which is at 2nd this week.
Former chart-topper, Justin Timberlake's "My Life", holds steady at No. 4, while The Fray's "How To Save a Life" climbs three to No. 5. Hinder's "Lips of an Angel" is still at No. 6 and Gwen Stefani's "Wind It Up" bounces into the top ten at No. 7. Ludacris' "Money Maker" drops to No. 8 on the Hot 100, while Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars," stays at No. 9. Stacy Ferguson rounds out the top tier on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Fergalicious," at No. 10.
The Top 10 Singles in the United States
November 25, 2006 01:11:39
R&B artist Akon scores a new record. The singer from Senegal has his first No. 1 hit on the Hot 100 this week as his single "I Wanna Love You" featuring Snoop Dogg bounces 16 places from last week position, to directly become the No. 1 track on the chart. His other song, "Smack That" featuring Eminem, holds at No. 2 on the chart as well.
On top of all, Akon's latest effort "Konvicted" opened at No. 2 on The Billboard 200 for the week ended Nov 22nd, selling 284,000 copies in its first week of release. With such record on the single charts, it is safe to say we can expect Akon's LP will climb up to number one next week. On the Hot 100, Beyonce Knowles' "Irreplaceable" climbs one to No. 3, followed after by Justin Timberlake's "My Love" at No. 4.
The Billboard Hot 100 Singles Charts Nov 16th
November 18, 2006 01:11:05
Justin Timberlake is doing pretty good in resurrecting her singing career in the world's music industry. The pop singer has his two singles, namely "My Love" and "Sexy Back", reign the Billboard Hot 100 Singles charts for the week ended Thursday November 16th.
The track "My Love" featuring T.I. is on the very top spot of the charts, marking its third week on the same position. Meanwhile, "Sexy Back" falls three from last week's position to No. 10. Come second on the charts is Akon's "Smack That", followed after by Stacy Ferguson's "Fergalicious" at the 3rd spot. Beyonce Knowles, meanwhile, bounces four places to No. 4 with her single "Irreplaceable". Finishing the Top 5 is rock band Hinder's "Lips of An Angel".
The Billboard Hot 100 Chart-Toppers for the Week Ended September 7th
September 08, 2006 11:09:11
The Billboard Hot 100 for the week ended Thursday September 7th has no new champion. Just as last week, the single charts still sees Justin Timberlake's "SexyBack" on its very top position, marking the set second week in a row to be the number one single in the US.
Remain steady at 2nd position is Stacy Ferguson's "London Bridge", just one place ahead of Gnarls Barkley's "Crazy" which climbs one place from last week's position to No. 3. Following close behind at No. 4 is The Pussycat Dolls' "Buttons". Securing the 5th position on the charts is Sean Paul's "(When You Gonna) Give It Up to Me".
Beyonce Knowles Tops UK Singles Chart
August 30, 2006 10:08:30
Not only Beyonce Knowles is beautiful and sexy, but she also is a good singer which is apparent through the success of her single "Deja Vu" in reaching the top position in UK singles chart.
The single, which Beyonce recorded with boyfriend Jay-Z, knocks down Shakira's "Hips Don't Lie" off the top of the UK singles chart to second position after three weeks at No. 1. Elsewhere, Justin Timberlake has his first single in three years, "Sexyback", debuts at No. 13.
Veteran Rockers RHCP Top UK Album Charts
May 17, 2006 10:05:35
Veteran rockers Red Hot Chili Peppers creating abuzz in music industry as their latest album "Stadium Arcadium" tops the UK album charts in the week ended Monday May 15th, 2006.
Meanwhile, the Top 5 on the UK album charts among others include Snow Patrol's "Eyes Open" at No. 2, Dirty Pretty Things' "Waterloo to Anywhere" at No. 3, Gnarls Barkley's "St. Elsewhere" at No. 4, and Kooks' "Inside In / Inside Out" to finish the big 5.
