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Girls Aloud have countered yesterday's (15 October 2012) leak of new single 'Something New' by announcing the official release date. The girlgroup changed their plans - and you can listen to the new song below.
The track leaked online on Monday of this week, four days ahead of the track's 'official' premiere on Friday 19 October.
The new track is Girls Aloud's first single since 'Untouchable in 2009. It is thought to be one of a number of new songs recorded for the girls upcoming Greatest Hits collection, Ten.
Fans have already spoken of their disappointment at the leak, with many saying they wish it had remained under wraps until the official premiere.
Listen to 'Something New' below.
"You ruined everything!!!!!!DELETE This RIGHT NOW!!!!!!," said online fan Andy Markov after the leak. "Stupid idiot!!!! shame on you!!!! booooooooo."
"Too Cheryl Cole heavy for me I miss Nadine being the lead vocalist," added BucklandsP3. "I knew Cheryl would only do this if she got all the limelight vocally!!"
"Gutted this got leaked," said Maimoonah Saleem simply.
Girls Aloud are still set for a big announcement on Friday of this week.
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