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'Great Gatsby' Soundtrack Features Lana Del Rey, the xx, Florence + the Machine + More

Joe Robinson — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:10:12 +0000

New, original songs from Lana Del Rey, the xx and Florence + the Machine highlight the just-announced complete tracklisting for the forthcoming 'Great Gatsby' soundtrack, Pitchfork reports. The previously announced Beyoncé and André 3000 cover of Amy Winehouse's 'Back to Black' will also appear on the disc, as will tunes from Gotye, British electronica trio Nero, downtempo singer Sia and Jack White, who covers U2's 'Love Is Blind.' The soundtrack, drops May 7 in digital format.

News Bits: Florence + the Machine Announce Sole 2013 Gig, Adele Wants a Driver's License + More

Joe Robinson — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:14:16 +0000

Florence + the Machine‘s only gig of 2013 will be in — wait for it — Dubai. [alawaba] Adele also has big plans for 2013: She wants to become a licensed driver. [Digital Spy UK] Oh no, not again: Jared Leto’s 30 Seconds to Mars return with ‘Love Lust Faith + Dreams’ in May. [AltPress] [...]

Florence Welch Performs on London Underground

Joe Robinson — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:02:57 +0000

Not long after attending hip-hop prodigy Kendrick Lamar's sold-out gig at the Hammersmith Apollo venue in London on Sunday (Jan. 20) night, Florence Welch was spotted riding the London Underground subway home -- and busting out an impromptu a cappella version of her hit Florence + the Machine single 'You've Got The Love' for appreciative fans.

News Bits: Florence Welch Goes Hip-Hop, Arcade Fire Rock for Haiti + More

Diffuser.fm Staff — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 23:13:06 +0000

We always knew Florence was gangsta. It just took A$AP Rocky to bring it out.

Arcade Fire are returning to the stage for a Haitian relief organization.

'The Great Gatsby' Trailer – What's the Song?

Gina Vespa — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 14:01:15 +0000

After the release of Baz Luhrmann‘s big-screen adaptation of ‘The Great Gatsby’ was pushed back a few months, a new promo was unveiled in the interim. The clip pairs scenes from the upcoming flick with Florence + the Machine’s ‘Bedroom Hymns,’ a tune that’s well-suited for the dramatic plot. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire and Carey Mulligan and is scheduled to hit theaters next May.

What Did We Learn This Week?

Michael Gallucci — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 02:00:59 +0000

More than just wrinkly old rock stars are asking for shelter these days. Young gothy women want some too. Even members of a Eastern European punk collective rotting in a Russian prison can be nominated for Person of the Year. It took more than 20 years for an obscure funk group to find out that [...]

Florence Welch Joining the Rolling Stones for London Show?

Jeff Giles — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:17:47 +0000

The Rolling Stones have a history of inviting eclectic acts to support them on the road. In recent years, everyone from Sugar Ray to Sheryl Crow has opened for the Biggest Band on Earth, and tomorrow night (Nov. 29), that list will reportedly grow to include Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine.

'Beautiful Creatures' Trailer – What's the Song?

Gina Vespa — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:00:46 +0000

‘Beautiful Creatures’ is an upcoming film adaptation of the 2009 fantasy novel by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl. The new trailer for this dark, supernatural tale features the tune ‘Seven Devils’ by Florence + the Machine.

News Bits: Florence Welch Eyes Musical, Blink-182 Ready EP + More

Joe Robinson — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 23:18:58 +0000

Will Florence ditch the Machine and write a musical?

Blink-182's Christmas EP has a title, a release date and three pre-order options.

The Gaslight Anthem have a Sandy-themed video for 'National Anthem.'

Ever wondered why Johnny Marr

Florence + the Machine, 'Lover to Lover' – New Video

Gina Vespa — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:16:03 +0000

Florence + the Machine have unveiled a new video for their powerful tune ‘Lover to Lover.’ Directed by Vincent Haycock, who also worked on their ‘Sweet Nothing’ video earlier this year, the clip features shots of lead singer Florence Welch in the throes of a tumultuous relationship.

'The Voice' Contestant Caitlin Michele Sings Florence + the Machine's 'Cosmic Love'

Jeff Giles — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 13:11:53 +0000

It takes some serious chutzpah to get up on a stage and sing for a nation of strangers -- not to mention a panel of industry judges, er, "mentors" -- and if you're going to do it, you might as well pick a song that's going to make everyone remember you, for better or for worse. Witness Caitlin Michele, who made the gutsy decision to perform Florence + the Machine's 'Cosmic Love' during her blind audition on last night's (Oct. 1) episode of 'The Voice.'

Calvin Harris Feat. Florence Welch, 'Sweet Nothing' – New Video

Gina Vespa — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:54:28 +0000

Not only does Florence Welch from Florence + the Machine deliver stunning vocals on Scottish EDM icon Calvin Harris’ song ‘Sweet Nothing’ – she’s also the star of the new music video.

Florence Welch, Jimmy Fallon Sing 'Balls In Your Mouth'

Joe Robinson — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:26:03 +0000

Florence + the Machine are still touring behind last year’s ‘Ceremonials’ album, and last night, singer Florence Welch and her backing band stopped by ‘Late Night With Jimmy Fallon’ with an orchestra in tow to play that disc’s ‘Spectrum (Say My Name),’ which you can watch above. As stunning as that performance was, it was [...]

Florence + the Machine Perform at Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively's Wedding

Jeff Giles — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:30:41 +0000

The social event of the season went down in South Carolina over the weekend, when Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively were joined in wedded bliss -- and wedding guests were treated to a three-song set from Florence + the Machine.

Florence Welch on Kicking Her Caffeine Addiction: 'It's Awful!' + More

Joe Robinson — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 21:36:28 +0000

– Florence Welch is kicking her caffeine addiction to help prevent further damage to her voice, but it hasn’t been easy. ”I feel so tired, it’s awful!” says the singer, whose vocal issues briefly sidelined Florence + the Machine earlier this summer. “Not having Diet Coke is getting to me!” [Spinner] – Vampire Weekend bassist Chris Baio is [...]

Calvin Harris Posts Florence Welch Collaboration 'Sweet Nothing'

Joe Robinson — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 13:56:48 +0000

Last month, we announced that DJ Calvin Harris would collaborate on a new song with singer Florence Welch, of Florence + the Machine fame, and now comes the completed song. Harris has posted the track, 'Sweet Nothing' (not 'Sweet Nothings,' as we had previously reported), which will be featured on his forthcoming third album, '18 Months,' which drops on Oct. 29.

Florence + the Machine vs. OneRepublic – Song Parallels

Jeff Giles — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 17:35:08 +0000

What do critically revered indie songstress Florence Welch and hit-spewing OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder have in common? A fondness for tribal drums, handclaps and surging melodies, as today’s installment of Song Parallels reveals. The Florence-OneRepublic connection was first drawn by Idolator, where a recent post pointed out the similarities between Florence + the Machine‘s 2008 [...]

Florence + the Machine Singer Florence Welch Taking a Year Off

Joe Robinson — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:50:50 +0000

Singer Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine has revealed plans to take an entire year off from music before she returns to begin work on a follow-up to the band’s 2011 release, ‘Ceremonials.’ That disc is considered among the front-runners for the 2012 Mercury Prize. “There’s a big ‘take a year off’ plan,” Welch [...]

Florence + the Machine, June 2011

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:40:25 +0000

Florence Welch mixes her raw vocal power and overwhelming presence to bring a Florence + the Machine show to life. It doesn’t hurt that her stage clothes often include exquisite capes and gowns --- or in this case a dress that just happens to open up like angel wings that could leave a person completely breathless. Welch is a true ethereal beauty both in sight and sound.

Florence + the Machine Play 'Snow White' Song Live for the First Time at Lollapalooza 2012

Joe Robinson — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 14:38:44 +0000

There was a time not too long ago it seemed Florence + the Machine's summer was going be over before it really hit its stride. Singer Florence Welch was dealing with a vocal illness, which had sidelined the band and forced the cancellation of several dates. Lucky for fans, Welch was able to rest up, and before anybody knew it she was all better and back on the road. Perhaps the biggest benefactors of that recovery was the massive crowd that caught Florence + the Machine at Lollapalooza on Saturday (Aug. 5) in Chicago.