Simone Butler will take over bass duties for Bobby Gillespie and co – but who is she?
Bobby Gillespie says their 10th album is 'a rock'n'roll record, but modern rock'n'roll'
Googe replaces the departing Mani in the Scottish band's live line-up
Festival takes place in the Welsh village of Portmeirion
Band will warm up for their summer festival slots with three Scottish shows
Stewart reveals he will appear on Bobby Gillespie and co's new album
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'Maybe people feel safe being vague,' says singer
The frontman also reveals that My Bloody Valentine's Kevin Shields is working on their 10th album
The frontman also says he's cool with Mani leaving the band for The Stone Roses