 The Subways are back!!! 25 March, 2008 The Subways are back and they have a free download for you! Girls & Boys is the first track to be released from "All Or Nothing". The bands 2nd album, due this summer, was recorded with Butch Vig last year and is set to rock the world! The Subways are currently touring and we have some exciting new projects running for them too Click here for the free download |
 Undercurrent TV is here!!! 21 December, 2007 Hello UKU! We're very proud to announce the launch of Undercurrent TV! This will be the one and only place to see interviews, video's and exclusive performances from your favourite Uku acts. Undercurrent TV also acts as a downloadable, embeddable player which you can use on your own social networking pages (myspace etc). To launch the player we have some super-exclusive footage from the KROQ christmas show, including interviews with Serj Tankian, silversun Pickups and Ville from HIM! Go to www.ukundercurrent.com/tv and check it out! Oh, and Merry Christmas!!! |
 Seen our t-shirt flyers? 23 July, 2007 We've had UKU t-shirt flyers out and about at gigs, festivals and in towns since the start of the Summer. If one of them brought you here, register or login to the community section to find out the answers to the trivia questions on them now - and to gain access to free gig and festival tickets, signed merch, exclusive upfront info on tours and secret shows and more... |
 Over the last few weeks.. 13 July, 2007 ..we've given away a pair of Latitude tickets, tickets to a tiny Paolo Nutini/Ghosts show, thousands of pounds of CDs and gig tickets, a pair of Bestival tickets, over 100 t shirts and more - if you're not a member, head to 'community', click register and get involved now! |
 Festival season 31 May, 2007 UKU has had or will have projects and things going on at Reading and Leeds, Great Escape, Give it a Name, Wireless, Download, Bestival, Maker, Wychwood, Latitude, Rip Curl, Indian Summer, Beautiful Days and more. We're recruiting for some of these now, so head to the community section and see how you can earn rare goodies (and maybe even some free drinks) in the sun! |
 The Academy Is... news! 30 March, 2007 THE NEW ALBUM 'SANTI' OUT THIS MONDAY - APRIL 2ND So.. the new album 'Santi' will finally hit the shops on Monday. For any of you who made it down to the recent show's, you will have sampled some of the new album tracks, and agree with us that they sounded awesome. CLICK HERE to check out the micro site - http://www.fueledbyramen.co.uk/theacademyis.../CLICK HERE to buy the album - http://www.hmv.co.uk/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?ctx=280;-1;-1;-1&sku=618436 HMV (First 500 to pre order get a signed album) DOWNLOAD: If you can't make it down to your local retailer to get your hands on the album, then we have a pretty nice package lined up for you to download. When you purchase your album online from selected online retailers - including iTunes & a hole host of others (who accept video) you will receive an exclusive digital bundle consisting of: - 2x non album tracks + the video for 'We've Got A Big Mess On Our Hands' The standard album will be available to download from all carriers who don't accept video downloads. WATCH THE NEW WEBISODE: See the boys sight seeing in Paris, and nearly not making it to their first gig in Birmingham.. CLICK HERE - www.theacademyis.com LISTEN BEFORE YOU BUY: We have teamed up with a whole host on indie retailer shops who have kindly agreed to let you guys sampler a listen to the album over this coming weekend. If you live near any of the shops listed below, head down and as they will be spinning the new album 'Santi' over the weekend.
CLICK HERE to buy the album - http://www.hmv.co.uk/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?ctx=280;-1;-1;-1&sku=618436 HMV (First 500 to pre order get a signed album) |
 FFAF announce new UK tour 20 February, 2007 We're pleased to announce that recent UKU recruits Funeral For A Friend have a full UK tour lined up for this May. The tour will coincide with the release of new album 'Tales Don't Tell Themselves', and tickets go on sale this Saturday via all the usual outlets. 13th Bristol, Academy 14th Nottingham, Rock city 15th Leeds, University 17th Glasgow, Academy 18th Manchester, Apollo 19th London, Brixton Academy 21st Portsmouth, Guildhall 23rd Cambridge, Corn Exchange 24th Birmingham, Academy 25th Newcastle, Academy 27th Derry, Nerve Centre 28th Belfast, Mandela Hall 29th Dublin, Ambassador |
 The Deftones 14 February, 2007 Deftones will embark upon their first full UK tour since the release of their fifth album Saturday Night Wrist this March. If you are a fan of this band check out Deftones UK Tour Dates and register to help promote the band and find out how to get involved! |
 Hear new FFAF on this very site! 13 February, 2007 Listen carefully - that roar starting up is your first taste of Funeral for a Friend's forthcoming album 'Tales Don't Tell Themselves'. Login to the community section now to get involved in some projects and don't forget to call the Funeral line on 07948 217660 and let us know what you think! |
 Biffy Clyro added to GIAN Glasgow bill 9 February, 2007 BIFFY ADDED TO 'GIVE IT A NAME' 2007 The boys have just been added as very special guests to the line-up for the Scottish leg of Give It A Name 2007, which will take place at Glasgow's SECC. Biffy join HIM, The Used and Alesisonfire at the event that will take place on the 29th April 2007.Tickets for the event, which will see over a dozen bands spread across two stages, are on sale now via www.ticketmaster.co.uk. For more ticket information, please check out www.giveitaname.co.uk |
 FFAF join UKU! 8 February, 2007 The new band joining UK Undercurrent has been announced as Funeral for a Friend. There will be tonnes of projects (and rewards!) in the run up to the release of their third album, 'Tales Don't Tell Themselves' in May so if you’re a member, head to the community section now to get involved. |
 ONLINE VOTING!! WE NEED YOU!! 7 February, 2007 ONLINE VOTING!! WE NEED YOU!! The brilliance that is Gnarls Barkley, have been nominated for Best International Breakthrough Act at this years Brit Awards. Lets show some love for one of UKU's flagship acts and get voting!! To vote for Gnarls, simply text the word 'GNARLS' TO 87103. Click through to www.mtv.co.uk/brits for more info and your chance to win tickets to the awards and aftershow!! Please take a moment to vote!! |
 A big band joins UKU... 5 February, 2007 There's a new arrival coming to UKU, a big band to be announced in the next few days. They will be announced first in the forums so make sure you check the boards. Start counting down the hours! |
 Free Fields track for everyone! 31 January, 2007 Hi guys, Fields' 'Song for the Fields' is the iTunes single of the week, meaning you can download it for free here: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=213785493&s=143444 You can also buy the exclusive 'Feathers' EP for just £2.37 here: http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=213637313&s=143444 Spread the word! |
 Gym Class minisite now live! 30 January, 2007 Gym Class Heroes have a new minisite to celebrate the forthcoming release of 'Cupid's Chokehold'. Take a look, print off the coupon, take it to a show and if you find cupid there you can win signed albums and the entire Fueled by Ramen UK back catalogue. The site's at http://wmuk-apache.co.uk/hyperlaunch/gymclassheroes/ |
 NME award nominations 30 January, 2007 Congrats to Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly who has scored a nomination for Best Solo Artist and to Panic! At The Disco who got one for Best Video for 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies'. If you want to give them a helping hand, vote here: www.nme.com/awards |
 Can't get into a Ghosts gig? 30 January, 2007 We're hardly surprised - their London residency at the Water Rats has been rammed every week. So, for those of you that can't make it in, tonight's gig will be webcast tomorrow evening at www.ghostsmusic.com |
 Want Switches to write you a song? 30 January, 2007 Matt Bishop, the songwriting genius that he is, is offering one of you the chance to have your own song written for you by his band Switches. Head to http://www.nme.com/win/328 to find out more. And even if that doesn't float your boat, you can download a free track from their 'Suffragette Pretty' series! |
 Watch MCR's New Video!! 21 December, 2006 MCR are set to release their new single 'Famous Last Words' |
 Battle 12 December, 2006 Those Radio 1 & 6 Music folk are having a big end of year poll to distinguish the best album's & best single's of 2006 - a perfect opportunity to get your views heard on both UKU album's/single's (MCR, Larrikin Love, Battle, The Young Knives, Gnarls Barkley, Muse, Men, Women & Children, Mastadon, The Futureheads, Deftones) and other great albums go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/jowhiley/band2006.shtml & http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/events/top100/vote.shtml to register your vote!!!!
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 Record of the Year 1 December, 2006 The wonderfully enthuisiastic Zane Lowe is asking Radio 1 listeners to drop him an email with their thoughts on the 'Record Of The Year' - so for all you Larrikin Love, The Young Knives, Muse, MCR, Gnarls Barkley, MCR, Red Hot Chili Peppers & Flaming Lips fans, this is the perfect opportunity to express your undying love for them as well as all the other non UKU acts whose albums you've loved!! go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/zanelowe/ to get your voice heard!! |
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 Cute is what we aim for online listening party! 12 September, 2006 Hi guys, this Thursday from 6.30 you will be able to hear every track from the new Cute is What We Aim for album which gets its full release on Monday. The tracks will be streamed on the UKU boombox on the top right of this page for just under 24 hours, so listen while you can! |
 New tour cover announced! 5 September, 2006 We are now recruiting UKU members to help on the road with forthcoming tours from Paramore, Cute is What We Aim For, Fields., Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly, Switches and more! If you're a member, head to the community section now! If you're not, become one by clicking 'community' and then registering your details in full. |
 A7X - MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS!! 11 August, 2006 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS!! Best New Artist Avenged Sevenfold "Bat Country" The fantastic Avenged Sevenfold are up for Best New Artist at this years MTV Video Music Awards, you can show your support for the guys by following this link and placing your vote!!: - http://www.mtv.com/ontv/vma/2006/#/ontv/vma/2006/category.jhtml?categoryId=viewersChoice |
 TAKING BACK SUNDAY - exclusive shows!!!! 9 August, 2006 Taking Back Sunday announce rare UK appearances this summer. TBS will play London on the 21st August and Birmingham on the 22nd August and you will not want to miss the shows! Register your details and find out how to get exclusive tickets. |
 Special free Get Cape shows 8 August, 2006 Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly is playing some special shows soon - some of them free! Login or register in the community section and head to his forum to find out where and when! |
 Goo Goo Dolls Street Team 5 August, 2006
Calling all Goo Goo Dolls fans, do you want to be reps and teamers for the first ever UK Goo Goo Dolls street team, and get free tickets, exclusive merchandise, news and exclusive music, and the possibility of working with and meeting the band! Join the UKundercurrent and check the Goo Goo Dolls thread. |
 Could you be a UKU rep? 4 August, 2006 Hi guys, if you're dedicated, are into the bands listed here and know your local area and music scene like the back of your hand, WE WANT YOU. We're currently looking for reps in Leeds and Wolverhampton. To find out more, go to the community section and look in the reps thread. |
 New to UKU! 4 August, 2006 Hi guys, new additions to the UKU roster include Australian super-rockers Jet and Southend one-man and a laptop wonder Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly - click their names on the roster list to find out about them and head to the community section to start getting involved! |
 Mastodon 1 August, 2006 Mastadon are due to release some jaw-droppingly good new material very soon. Join the uku community to find out where to tune in to listen to brand new and exclusive Mastodon tracks and how to win Mastodon goodies... |
 NEW ON UKU ... WELCOME SLAYER 28 July, 2006 It has been 5 long years, but the absolute dons of metal are back and with an album to rival the genius of 'Reign In Blood'. That's right we're happy to announce the return of Slayer and even better welcome them to the UKU roster!!! |
 UKU EXCLUSIVE BILLY TALENT INTERVIEW 13 July, 2006 You can now hear the first part of UKU's exclusive 3 part interview with Billy Talent on the boombox above. Please note it contains language some people may find offensive, and features questions from members of UK Undercurrent. Parts 2 and 3 coming soon... |
 UKU EXCLUSIVE: ASK BILLY TALENT A QUESTION 3 July, 2006 If you're a UKU member, go to the Billy Talent forum now to find out how you can have your question put to the guys, to be streamed exclusively here - soon. If you're not yet a member, click community above and get started! |
 NEW ARTISTS ON UKU 20 June, 2006 Say hi to Switches, The Hush Sound, Cute is What we Aim for and Lupe Fiasco - four new artists YOU can get involved with. Head to the community section now to help spread the word and earn rewards! |
 UKU EXCLUSIVE: PANIC! AT THE DISCO LIVE 25 May, 2006 Hi - UKU members can exclusively hear 'Camisado' recorded live in London by logging in to the community section and going to the Panic! At The Disco forum. If you're not a member, follow the instructions above to join. |
 BILLY TALENT UKU EXCLUSIVES 26 April, 2006 UKU members were given the first chance to see Billy Talent at a secret rehearsal this Friday. Oh, and did we mention we announced the forthcoming BT July tour dates on our forums before ANYONE else? If you haven't joined UKU, follow the instructions above and get involved for more exclusives! |
 Watch The Academy Is... TV with UKU 3 April, 2006 Each Monday, we'll be adding a new episode of The Academy Is... TV to the boombox. Just click on the boombox controls above to watch the band on tour around the US and Europe. A new clip each week! |
 Exclusive to UKU- interview with Death Cab for Cutie 23 March, 2006 We've added the transcript of UKU's exclusive interview with Death Cab for Cutie, where we asked the band your questions and found out who they'd like to punch, what happens on a Death Cab night out and what their favourite track was on Plans. To see it, log in or register and head to the Death Cab for Cutie forum. You can also win signed Plans artwork! |
 See Plan B and Hard-Fi for free! 23 February, 2006 If you're a UKU member, login to the community section and check out the Plan B or Hard-Fi forums to find out how you can see them live, for free, in London on Monday. If you're not a member, become one! |
 More new acts to UKU! 22 February, 2006 By joining UKU you can now help to promote Biffy Clyro, Fields, Paolo Nutini and more! Just click community and register your details to start getting involved! |
 UKU Exclusive: Put YOUR questions to The Academy Is... and Panic! At The Disco 17 January, 2006 Hi guys, UKU members can now take part in a real exclusive. Login to the community section, go to the bands' forum and find out how you can ask Panic! At The Disco or The Academy Is... ANYTHING you want! This chance is only available to registered UKU members. If you're not a member, you can register by clicking community above and following the instructions. |
 UKU in 2006! 20 December, 2005 Thanks to everyone who got involved with UKU this year - 2006 will bring great new records from (amongst others) The Academy Is..., Panic! At The Disco and Jason Mraz! Plus countless tours from GLC, The Darkness, Jim Noir and more! Add to that our brand new site (which you should be looking at now) and it's official - 2006 is the year of UK Undercurrent! |