Richard Ashcroft

Richard Paul Ashcroft (born 11 September 1971 in Billinge, Wigan, England) is
an English singer-songwriter. He was the lead singer and occasional guitarist
of alternative rock band The Verve from their formation in 1990 until their
split in 1999, and continues as a lead vocalist working with guitars and
keyboards. He became a successful solo artist in his own right, ... read more

David McDonnell No Longer Playing With Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds

David McDonnell will not be playing Guitar with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds when they hit the road in October.In a statement posted on his band's FaceBook page it ...
Posted 10 September 2011 8.03pm — Comment on this

Noel Gallagher Confirms He's Lazy

Former Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher says that he doesn’t like being a frontman because he is very lazy and the job requires a lot of hard work.‘There’...
Posted 1 August 2011 10.55am — Comment on this

“This is the best band we’ve ever been in!” : DiS meets Nick McCabe

Legendary guitarist Nick McCabe talks about his new band, The Black Ships, consisting of members of Portishead, Goldfrapp and The Verve, their unique approach to recordin...
Posted 30 June 2011 10.10am — Comment on this

Born Blonde (No 1,049)

Retro guitar heroes rocking a tuneful Verve vibe, Born Blonde have arrived 15 years too late for Britpop. Not that it'll stop themHometown: London.The lineup: Joshua Lloy...
Posted 22 June 2011 5.08pm — Comment on this

Coldplay, TPOBPAH, Richard Ashcroft, The Kooks

The RXP TakLiberty Fetival will take place on two stages on September 18 at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ. The radio station (current home of Pinfield) festival fea...
Posted 20 June 2011 5.27pm — Comment on this

New band of the day – Paul Thomas Saunders (No 1,046)

Another artist has found his place at the intersection of Jeff Buckley Street and Radiohead BoulevardHometown: Leeds.The lineup: Paul Thomas Saunders (vocals, music).The ...
Posted 17 June 2011 5.43pm — Comment on this

Japanese Disaster Benifit On UK TV Tonight

On Sunday 3rd April Beady Eye were one of several acts to perform at a benefit to raise money for the British Red Cross Japan Tsunami Appeal. The Coral, Graham Coxon, Pau...
Posted 5 May 2011 5.24pm — Comment on this

Beady Eye: 'Millionaire' Pre-sale + 7" Collectors Box + New Merch

'MILLIONAIRE':Beady Eye's second single 'Millionaire' is released through their record label Beady Eye Records on May 2nd. The 7" single is backed with live favourite 'Ma...
Posted 11 April 2011 6.19pm — Comment on this

Thank You From Beady Eye

Last Sunday Beady Eye were one of several acts to perform at a benefit to raise money for the British Red Cross Japan Tsunami Appeal. The Coral, Graham Coxon, Paul Weller...
Posted 7 April 2011 6.12pm — Comment on this

Yoko Ono Thanks Liam Gallagher

Yoko Ono has thanked Liam Gallagher for his support he has given to the people of Japan, following the devastating Tsunami that hit the country last month. Yoko Tweeted e...
Posted 5 April 2011 6.34pm — Comment on this

Beady Eye Record Beatles Cover For Japan Tsunami Appeal‎

Beady Eye have announced they are releasing a cover of The Beatles' 'Across The Universe' which they performed live during Sunday Night's Japan Disaster Benefit at the Br...
Posted 4 April 2011 8.04pm — Comment on this

Japan Disaster Benefit Gig Gallery

Onstage and backstage at the charity fundraiser - featuring the likes of Beady Eye, Paul Weller, Primal Scream, Richard Ashcroft, Graham Coxon, Kelly Jones and The Coral....
Posted 4 April 2011 10.21am — Comment on this

Wembley 'supergig' for Japan cancelled

Promoter Live Nation pulls concert for victims of the Japan earthquake and tsunami after failing to secure enough artistsOrganisers have called off plans for a massive "s...
Posted 4 April 2011 9.58am — Comment on this

Review: Japan Disaster Benefit, Brixton Academy, London

Liam shines with his A-list friends at Japan aid gigBoasting a star-studded line-up more suited to the Glastonbury main stage than London's O2 Brixton Academy, Liam Galla...
Posted 4 April 2011 8.19am — Comment on this

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Top songs

The 5 most played Richard Ashcroft songs in the past year.

  • A Song For The Lovers  372 plays

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Absolute Radio stations playing songs by Richard Ashcroft over the past year.

  1. Absolute Radio 00s 298 plays
  2. Absolute Radio 74 plays
  3. Absolute Radio 90s 2 plays

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