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In the summer of 1832, Black Hawk struck out at settlers and military posts along the border of Illinois while the United States worked to counter his presence.

Lead singer from little known indie/folk band receives plaudit for song "The Last of the Melting Snow" alongside mighty works from Elbow and The Last Shadow Puppets.

With just three shows left on tour, Oasis's main songwriter/guitarist leaves band he co-founded 18 years ago with his younger brother and the group's lead singer, Liam

Kasabian, who emerged as the UK's best new pop and rock music group over the last few years have added another date to an almost sold out tour as album receives acclaim.

Trapped along the banks of the Bad Axe River, Black Hawk made one last attempt to call a truce.

In the summer of 1832, Black Hawk once again returned to Illinois to build alliances with neutral tribes.

Deep Purple, one of the pioneers of hard rock and a legendary rock band, performed their music in styles such as hard rock, and heavy metal.

They maybe as popular as ever, but Oasis' Dig Out Your Soul is a lacklustre attempt to recreate the past.

Showbiz is an energetic yet somewhat flawed debut album from the current darlings of modern progressive hard rock.

While Black Hawk fought, Keokuk negotiated--the result was a rift between the Sauk and Fox.

The years, 1964 - 1966, were a transitional period in the evolution of rock music, conducting the first tendencies toward psychedelic rock and focusing on social issues.

Ten years after they split up, British band The Verve have returned with a brilliant new single, a new album due out in August, and a string of tour dates.

Muse's popularity is on the rise the United States, and these ten songs will point new fans in the right direction.

Lead vocalist Eddie Argos establishes himself as one of rock's most compelling lyricists while the rest of the band struggles to keep pace.

Striking with a small band of warriors, the Sauk war chief raged against the American presence in his homeland.

A single word can make a difference. In some cases it may change a single person's day. In other cases it may create a subculture.

UK indie band {satellite-state} has long been garnering fans and plaudits alike for their blend of melodic indie. Their debut EP shows why.

The Velvet Hearts rock the room with this rich and feisty album, featuring 'Serotonin', 'Mary Anne', 'Disappearing Boy', 'Soul Sister' and 'History Repeating'.

Indie Suite was totally knocked for six after stumbling upon this impressive and versatile six-piece band in a sleepy Buckinghamshire village.

This article explores another side to Pete Doherty, not just the character exposed to us through the media.

Rock music has roots in US rock 'n' roll, but turned into a genre with its own culture when entered UK, where evolved and created the backbone for several sub-genres.

Black Hawk began to speak out against Keokuk and his close relationship with the United States.

We all like our metal to be over the top and in your face as metal is an expression, a cathartic release and the larger the statement the greater the satisfaction.

For the first time, Bard SummerScape will take an in-depth look at a British composer in celebration of Edward Elgar's Sesquicentennial.

The UK's Brit Awards 2009 have taken place in London's Earls Court, hosted by Kylie Minogue, James Corden, and Matthew Horne. It was certainly a night to remember.

The Verve finally return to the British festival scene by playing the closing night on the famous Pyramid stage at Glastonbury festival.

Though of the same nation, Keokuk and Black Hawk were on opposite sides of the debate on the topic of land cessions.

Coldplay is back with 'Viva La Vida,' a solid array of new material that exemplifies their willingness to diversify their signature sound.

In addition to being the two most important artists in music history, Elvis Presley and the Beatles are also the most popular subjects on postage stamps.

From Patrick Henry's "Give Me Liberty" speech to Equiano's autobiographical narrative, historians attempt to correct the record by questioning long held assumptions.

British rockers Def Leppard pour some sugar on their fans with a new tour to promote a much-anticipated new album.

Canadian indie band Hewit are currently touring and writing new tracks for their debut album release later this year. Their stunning first EP is reviewed in full here.

Manchester band Inertia Grace have just released their new EP. With influences ranging from the mighty Oasis to Manic Street Preachers, the promotional tour is due soon.

After much persistence from the judges for more soulful singing, Matt Giraud turns once again to Michigan's Motown roots for inspiration.

The Noisettes started out as struggling, agit punk, indie-pop musicians in 2003. Now, with a polished sound and a major label deal, the band is poised for the Big Time.

Mixing the best of Snow Patrol and Idlewild, Republic of Letters release their EP Spirit or a Ghost and show that they can do sweeping indie rock equal to their peers.

A shipping forecast broadcast by BBC Radio 4 in the UK has become habitual listening not just for sailors, but also for a significant number of the general population.

Rock is more than music, as it has its own culture. In 1960s, the tendency for the creation of a new music style (rock) turned to an independent genre with a new culture.

For a culture so obsessed with staying young, the visionary director of Pi and Requiem for a Dream has completed an ambitious project in making a movie about death.

1967 was a special year in the rock history, as numerous influential rock bands were formed, and new opportunities were introduced to the rock world.

Black metal legends Venom return next month with new album Hell. Here, Venom frontman Conrad 'Cronos' Lant talks about the climbing accident that nearly ended his career.

The 1980s included more One Hit Wonders than any other decade, with bands and artists coming and going frequently. Some of their hit singles remain etched in history.

In part four of our special interview series with Melee guitarist Ricky Sans, he tells us why the fans will never be short-changed and how the UK is next on their agenda.

Currently promoting new CD "Devil's & Angels", Ricky Sans spoke to Suite101 in a series of interviews. Here, in part three, he explains why piano is key to Melee's sound.

This British psychedelic-era group left a legacy of great music between 1966-68, including "Sunshine of Your Love" and "Disraeli Gears", and may yet reform once again.

British indie / alternative powerhouse group Snow Patrol offer more of the same despite the hype, with a few notable track exceptions.

Young Scottish Orange Unsigned Act finalist plays a raw, stripped down acoustic set ahead of finals against Bo Bruce, Hip Parade, Toby Sebastian and the Scarlet Harlots.

The lovable golden boy of T4's talent scouting competition talks to Suite 101 about the weekly challenges, meeting Scott Mills, and feeling star-struck around Alex James.

Whether on the best selling singles list of all time or one of the most performed Christmas songs, Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without these festive favorites.

With "The Resistance," Muse - the British rock trio of Matthew Bellamy, Chris Wolstenholme, and Dominic Howard - create their most challenging musical journey to date.