LONDON (Reuters) - The Blockheads, who alongside late singer Ian Dury fused 1970s punk, funk and disco, release a new album in April to coincide with the 30th anniversary of their single: "Hit Me With ...

Manu Katché, who once drummed for Sting and Dire Straits, has turned his hand to jazz - and the compositions on his new album… Manu Katché, who once drummed for Sting and Dire Straits, has turned his ...

When Chaz Jankel walked into Ian Dury's dressing room in a pub in Shepherd's Bush one night in the mid-1970s, he wasn't exactly welcomed with open arms. Almost 40 years on, however, the legacy of that ...

We’ve all played “air drummer” with imaginary drumsticks, or done a faux “rimshot” to a corny joke. With Rhythm Sticks, you can now do them for real. That’s because Rhythm Sticks make drum sounds just ...

ONE of the UK's most influential new wave bands has been announced as the headline act for this year's Darwen Live festival on May 29. The Blockheads will play live in Darwen town centre as part of ...

Nintendo's Rhythm collection of micro-games won't have you flailing about When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. When Nintendo announced ...

It is thought our ancestors' ability to drum and make 'acoustic signals' helped them bond, and many animals, from parrots to sea lions, can be taught to keep a beat. However, the ability to not only ...

In rhythmic gymnastics, there are five apparatuses used for individual competition: rope, hoop, ball, clubs, and ribbon.