Counting Crows announce new album

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added: 8 Feb 2012 // by: newsdesk 

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Multi-platinum American rock band, Counting Crows have announced they will be releasing their first new album in over 4 years on April 10, 2012 on Collective Sounds. Underwater Sunshine (or What We Did On Our Summer Vacation) is a collection of songs, both familiar and obscure, interpreted by one of the most soulful and recognizable bands of the past two decades.

Underwater Sunshine is a testament of a band geek-obsessed with music. 'There's a million great songs written every day that you discover, and wish your friends could appreciate as much as you do,' says singer/songwriter Adam Duritz. 'These songs come from bands young and old, stretching from the early 60s to last year. They're all great and will hopefully be heard by a few more people now.'

Produced by Counting Crows and Shawn Dealey, Underwater Sunshine features tracks written by artists such as Big Star, Gram Parsons, Tender Mercies, Kasey Anderson and The Faces. Each rendition offers an entire spectrum of human emotion, delivered with the conviction and intense honesty the band is known for.

As their first independent release, it was the right time for the Crows to make this album. 'If you wonder why we didn't just write our own record, it's simply because we wanted to do THIS one,' says Duritz, We now have the creative freedom to release albums like this and offer our fans more music than ever.'

In the spirit of becoming an independent band, the Crows will stream the new album, on demand in its entirety prior to release on radio station websites and other digital partners. They are also giving away a free download of their new song, 'Mercy' on http://www.countingcrows.com/

The Crows also gave their fans the opportunity to design their new album package.

Just as the band is interpreting songs from others, fans became a part of this unique album by visually interpreting the Crows. The winning designer is working with the band's creative director to develop the rest of the album layout. The contest was ran by Creative Allies, and is proving to be their most successful contest to date. To find out more, go to: http://creativeallies.com/contests/314-Design-an-Album-Cover-for-Counting-Crows

Counting Crows will also partner with Indaba Music and Guitar Center to launch a contest in search of the best Counting Crows covers. After listening to all submissions, the band will select 3 winning tracks to be awarded various prizes.

For further info go to: http://www.indabamusic.com/opportunities/counting-crows-cover-song-contest

Underwater Sunshine track listing:

1. Untitled (Love Song) by Romany Rye
2. Start Again by Teenage Fanclub
3. Hospital by Coby Brown
4. Mercy by Tender Mercies
5. Meet On The Ledge by Fairport Convention
6. Like Teenage Gravity by Kasey Anderson & The Honkies
7. Amie by Pure Prairie League
8. Coming Around by Travis
9. Ooh La La by The Faces
10. All My Failures by Dawes
11. Return of the Grevious Angel by Gram Parsons
12. Four White Stallions by Tender Mercies
13. Jumping Jesus by Sordid Humor
14. You Ain't Going Nowhere by Bob Dylan
15. The Ballad of El Goodo by Big Star

Counting Crows hail from the San Francisco Bay area and consist of Adam Duritz
(vocals), David Bryson (guitar), Charles Gillingham (keyboards), Dan Vickrey
(guitar), Jim Bogios (drums), David Immergluck (guitar) and touring bassist Millard
Powers. With over 20 million albums sold worldwide, Eight Top 5 singles, and three
records having broken the Top 5 on the Billboard 200, Counting Crows success dates
back to their 1993 debut release August And Everything After and the hit single 'Mr.
Jones.' The band's most recent accomplishments include a # 1 hit with the song
'Accidentally In Love,' which was featured on the Shrek 2 soundtrack, as well as
nominations in 2005 for a Grammy Award, a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award
for the track. In 2004 the band released their first ever 'Best Of' set Films About
Ghosts which featured songs from every phase of the Counting Crow's recording career
and in 2006 a live record was released, *New Amsterdam: Live at Heineken Music Hall
2003, while the band ventured out on a summer tour. Their most recent album,
Saturday Nights & Sunday Mornings was released to critical and popular acclaim in
March 2008.

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Beyonce debuts post-baby body

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added: 7 Feb 2012 // by: newsdesk 

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Beyoncé Knowles has shown off her impressive post-pregnancy body in her first public appearance since having a baby.
The 30-year-old singer ' who gave birth to daughter Blue Ivy on January 7 ' was out in New York City last night to support her husband Jay-Z.
She looked stunning in a tight-fitting red Alice by Temperley dress teamed with oversized gold hoop earrings and Christian Louboutin platform heels.
The new mom beamed with happiness as she arrived at Carnegie Hall to watch her husband Jay-Z perform with a full orchestra.
Jay-Z was thrilled to have his wife in the audience and looked visibly choked up when he performed Glory ' the song he wrote for his new baby girl.
"You could tell Jay is over the moon," a source told Us Weekly. "He asked the crowd if there are any proud parents out there. Then after he said, 'I didn't think I was gonna make it through that one - that was tough.'"
During the concert, Jay-Z was joined on stage by Alicia Keys and the pair thrilled the crowd by performing their hit duet Empire State of Mind.
Nas also performed with Jay-Z during the benefit concert.
After the show, a host of stars attended the official after-party at Jay-Z's 40/40 club. Beyoncé was clearly enjoying herself and spent time chatting to the other guests.
"She made a much bigger effort to say hello to nearly everyone, making rounds around the whole club before joining Jay-Z and guests in the VIP room," an onlooker revealed.
Beyoncé arrived at the bash just before midnight and greeted her rapper spouse by throwing her arms around him in the middle of the club. Jay-Z relaxed after his impressive performance by sipping champagne and snacking on celery in the VIP area.
Jay-Z performed for the first time at Carnegie Hall to raise money for his Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation and The United Way of New York City, which gives talented students financial assistance to attend college.
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Russell Brand �doesn�t want Katy�s money�

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Russell Brand filed final divorce papers yesterday and reportedly doesn't want any of estranged wife Katy Perry's earnings.

The British comedian announced he and Katy were splitting up at the end of last year. According to US website TMZ, the pair didn't sign a pre nuptial agreement and as a result, Russell is entitled to approximately $20 million of Katy's fortune.

However, sources say the star will not take any of her cash.

"This divorce is as amicable as it gets, and Russell was a mensch [Yiddish for a good person]," the insider told TMZ.

Russell's lawyer filed final papers to officially end the former couple's marriage on Tuesday. However, the divorce won't be finalised until June 30, because of the required six month waiting period.

Katy and Russell's union lasted for just 14 months after they tied the knot in October 2010. Because of the absent pre-nup the pair are entitled to 50 per cent of each other's earnings as a result of community property rights.

Katy made $44 million between May 2010 and May 2011 according to Forbes. The songstress has just been on the road for a year with her California Dreams tour.

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M.I.A. may face crippling fines for Super Bowl finger

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There are reports that London born rapper and singer M.I.A. could end up paying potentially huge fines handed out to the TV network NBC following her unscripted Super Bowl half-time performance on Sunday.

The Paper Planes singers swore during her comeo in Madonna's half time show enraging tha material girl.

In an unusual turn of events Madonna was upstaged in front of the hundred and eleven million people watching around the world as M.I.A. stuck up her middle finger as they played Madonna's latest single.

NBC staff tried to blur the moment but missed it. The network was quick to offer an apology and dismiss responsibility saying it was not in the act during rehearsals.

TV Network CBS was almost fined over half a million dollars for the Janet Jackson 'wardrobe malfunction' back in 2004, when part of her top was ripped off... revealing more than it should have done.

M.I.A. will have to wait and see if the stunt backfires on her financially.

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Adam Levine denies break-up rumours

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Adam Levine has denied splitting from his girlfriend.

The Maroon 5 rocker has been dating Victoria's Secret model Anne V ' full name Anne Vyalitsyna ' for around two years.

The pair are usually inseparable, but Adam attended a pre-Super Bowl party on Saturday night alone. It sparked speculation he is now a single man, after he and Anne reportedly parted ways last month.

'100 per cent not true,' the musician's representative told New York Post.

Despite the stern denial, it's thought the pair might be going through a rocky patch.

At the weekend bash hosted by model Erin Heatherton and singer John Legend in Indianapolis Adam struggled to have fun.

'He wasn't hitting on any girls, he was just really heartbroken,' an onlooker told the publication.

Adam and Anne have always seemed very close.

Last year they stripped off for a sexy photoshoot with Russian Vogue, which saw both of them posing topless.

In November, Adam performed his band's song Moves Like Jagger at the annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. Anne walked in the presentation, with Adam dancing down the catwalk while he serenaded her and even planting a kiss on her cheek.

The following month the pair sparked engagement rumours after Anne was spotted with a band on her ring finger.

'I think we just found each other's other half,' Anne admitted.

'He's just a normal dude. He's like the most non-rock-star rock star ever. And he is very caring and very loving and very goofy and funny.

'I'm Russian. We wear [wedding rings] on the right hand so wearing it on the left doesn't really matter.'

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Chicane 'Thousand Mile Stare' new album

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Although some tracks have appeared at shows over the last couple of months Chicane at Koko 27th April heralds the first Thousand Mile Stare show. The new album release date will be announced in the next few days.

This album will update but recapture the essence of what Chicane are about. It's been nearly two years since Chicane have played the capital and this show look to herald an exciting new phase.

Chicane will be coming to London Koko on Friday 27th April. Buy sold out tickets at our partners here and check out all other tickets here.

Tickets are £16.00 and are on sale Friday 10 February.

The new album will consist of 12 tracks and a full tracklist and information will be up on the www.chicanemusic.com website later this week.

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Girls announce tour dates

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San Francisco band Girls - aka Christopher Owens and JR - announce their return to the UK and Europe with a string of dates.

Kicking off in the UK with their biggest headline show to date at Forum in London on Monday May 28th, the band will also play three shows in France and at Primavera Festival in Spain.

MAY
28 - London, Forum
29 - Lille, Le Grand Mix
30 - Paris, Cite De La Musique Festival
31 - Marseille, Cabaret Aletoire

JUNE
1 - Primavera Festival, Barcelona

This marks the first set of UK/ EU dates since a sold-out tour for their eponymous second full length album 'Father, Son, Holy Ghost'- released on Fantasytrashcan / Turnstile in September last year.

This critically acclaimed record was soon followed up with a limited 7" release of 'Lawrence'- a tribute from Girls frontman and songwriter Christopher Owens to Felt, Denim and Go Kart Mozart frontman and songwriter, Lawrence.

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Carole King to release reissues of four classic albums

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Carole King will release reissues of four classic albums - Pearls: Songs of Goffin and King (1980), Touch the Sky (1979), Welcome Home (1978), and Simple Things (1977) - on February 28 via her own Rockingale Records label and Concord Music Group. Each includes the original photography and album notes and, aside from Pearls, has never been previously released on CD in the United States.

Carole King is one of the primary architects of the singer-songwriter movement of the early 1970s, thanks in large part to the hugely influential body of work she had already established by the time she released her first solo album. King wrote hit songs for other artists for nearly a decade before stepping into the spotlight with her landmark 1971 release Tapestry, which received a Diamond Award from the RIAA for sales of more than 10 million units in the U.S., with more than 25 million units sold worldwide.

These subsequent releases brim with the unprecedented honesty and intimacy of the singer-songwriter era and helped solidify her status as one of the most successful and revered female songwriter in pop music history.

Pearls: Songs of Goffin and King (1980)
Next to Tapestry, which was released nearly a decade earlier, Pearls is considered one of King's finest recordings. Just as the title suggests, it's a retrospective of classic songs written by the powerhouse creative team of King and former husband Gerry Goffin. Included among the ten tracks are many of the songs that put other artists on the map before King launched her solo career: 'The Loco-Motion' (Little Eva, Grand Funk Railroad), 'One Fine Day' (The Chiffons, Rita Coolidge), 'Chains' (The Beatles), 'Hey Girl' (Bobby Vee, The Righteous Brothers, Donnie Osmond, George Benson), and more.

Simple Things (1977)
Simple Things marked King's transition from Epic Records to the Capitol label, and also introduced songwriter/husband Rick Evers as her collaborative partner (the marital and creative partnership was short lived, as Evers died within a year after the release of the ten-song set). The King-Evers songwriting is fleshed out by King's six-piece band, Navarro: guitarists Rob McEntee and Mark Hallman, bassist Rob Galloway, drummer Michael Wooten, percussionist Miguel Rivera, and flutist/saxophonist/clarinetist Richard Hardy.

Welcome Home (1978)
Welcome Home is an eclectic and exploratory outing, with songs ranging from the Beatle-esque ('Venusian Diamond') to the dance beat ('Disco Tech'). But the album is also marked by tragedy. It's King's second recording to showcase the collaborative songwriting partnership with her husband Rick Evers, who died in the months between the completion of the recording sessions in January 1978 and the release in May (Evers appears prominently in the album photos). Welcome Home - with backing by her band Navarro - provides a snapshot of an artist willing to take risks by stepping beyond preconceptions to embrace a range of styles.

Touch the Sky (1979)
Touch the Sky was recorded in Austin, Texas, with a team of musicians that included some members of Navarro - Hallman, Hardy, and Rivera - along with musicians from Jerry Jeff Walker's band. King plays acoustic guitar on 'Walk With Me' and 'Passing of the Days,' and acoustic piano on 'Time Gone By,' 'Crazy,' and 'You Still Want Her.' The result of this diverse collection of musicianship is a unique blend of folk and country, all of which is held together by King's deft songcraft.

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EXCLUSIVE: Duncan Bannatyne to take on reality heavyweights

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added: 7 Feb 2012 // by: Dean Midas Maynard

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Music-News.com are the first to reveal that Dragon's Den star and owner of RKA Records, Duncan Bannatyne is rumoured to be making a TV show to rival the likes of the X Factor, The Voice and Britain's Got Talent, and Music-News.com's very own reality TV guru, Dean Midas Maynard is involved.

It was only last week, that Rupert Adams at William Hill, said Dean was 66/1 to join the judges X Factor panel. Even though Dean openly says it is his 'dream job' to work alongside Simon Cowell, he also has the ambition, if you can't join them, beat them.

Ryan Ashmore, the co-founder of RKA Records, contacted Dean and advised that Duncan (Bannatyne) was looking for innovative ideas for a new reality show format. So the team locked themselves away together and put their brilliant minds to work. They emerged full of excitement. An idea was born.

Dean said, "We can't give anything away at this stage but the idea is fresh, new and will certainly get people interested".

Ryan Ashmore commented "I am working closely with Dean Maynard and I believe we have come up with a TV concept to find the next world star".

Who will be involved? The main judges will be Ryan, Duncan and Dean. But they also need some female influence. Selena Gomez, Rachel Stevens and Holly Valance are rumoured to be high on their list.

As we speak the finishing touches are being put to the project with more news to follow..very soon.

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Paul McCartney, Elton John, Tom Jones, Shirley Bassey and JLS line-up for Queen Elizabeth

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Britain's Queen Elizabeth is coming up on her Diamond Jubilee, celebrating sixty years as the Queen of England and Gary Barlow of Take That is putting together a superstar heavy concert set for June 4 in front of Buckingham Palace.

The current lineup includes Paul McCartney, Elton John, Tom Jones, Shirley Bassey, Annie Lennox, Cliff Richard, Madness, JLS, Ed Sheeran and Jessie J. Additional artists are expected to be announced in the coming months.

Barlow spoke of the event, saying "The Diamond Jubilee concert will celebrate the 60 years of the Queen's reign with an amazing line-up of world class artists coming together to play at one of the biggest and most exciting live music shows in recent years.

"With Buckingham Palace as a backdrop, it's going to be a fantastic event which transcends multiple decades of music. It'll be a great, unique, experience for the thousands attending, watching on TV and listening on Radio. I can't wait."

An audience of 10,000 is expected which will include the Queen, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (aka Prince William & Cathrine), the Prince of Wales (aka Prince Charles) and Prince Harry. According to Barlow, William and Harry had input in the selection of artists.

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Gotye and Kimbra perform on Jimmy Kimmel show

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Gotye and Kimbra made their American television debut performing 'Somebody That I Used To Know' on Jimmy Kimmel Live.

Kimbra flew to Los Angeles in time for this performance right after playing at the Big Day Out in Melbourne on Sunday. She is now on Gotye's US tour and will showcase at SXSW in Austin next month.

Combined views of 'Somebody That I Used To Know' by Gotye and Walk Off The Earth yesterday topped 100 million on YouTube.

Gotye and Kimbra played at the El Rey in La last night. There next show is Monday, February 6 at The Bowery Ballroom in New York.

Gotye's 'Making Mirrors' album was released in America this week.

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Groove Fest takes shape in the Dominican Republic

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Never mind muddy fields and unpredictable European weather, Groove Fest is re-designing the way dance music fans spend their summers with an all new and bespoke dance music festival set over 7 days in the Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic at Puerto Plata's premier vacation resort.

Taking place between 5th and 12th September 2012, Groove Fest will pair the best house music talents, live artists and bands with the most luxurious beaches and finest facilities for an all-inclusive week in the unparalleled Caribbean sun. Taking over the clubs, bars, outdoor spaces and glistening swimming pools that make up the dreamy resort, Groove Fest will be the festival experience you never forget.

The first wave of artists and labels to be announced (expect many more in phase two) include the best from the worlds of deep house, soul and disco with names like Jamie Jones and his Hot Natured crew, Defected, Horse Meat Disco, Kenny Dope, Krank Brothers London's infamous Creche all confirmed.

Line-up so far: Jamie Jones, Kenny Dope, Defected, Horse Meat Disco, Hot Creations, Bobby & Steve, Alex Raphael, Creche, Krankbrothers, No Artificial Colours, Sam Divine, SY Sez & Loads More to be Announced

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Blackchords and Frames guitarist recording

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Blackchords have started work on their second album with former Frames guitarist David Odlum behind the desk.

Grammy and Mercury Prize nominee Odlum has produced The Frames, Gemma Hayes, Luka Bloom and Josh Ritter.

Blackchords are recording the album in a studio transformed from a country shed in regional Victoria.

Fans funded half the recording costs for the album after Blackchords put the call out via website Pozible. Money earned from local and international sync deals will cover remaining costs for the album.

When the album is done, the Blackchords tapes will head back to France with David to be mix at the Black Box Studios in Gravoyere.

Blackchords will showcase some of the new music at the Fuse Festival in Adelaide on February 13.

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Heidi Klum �struggled with marriage for months�

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Heidi Klum has allegedly confided in friends that her marriage problems began a year ago.

The German supermodel and her British musician spouse Seal have confirmed they are separating after almost seven years of marriage.

They haven't given a reason for the split, although Seal admitted in a recent interview that they did sometimes disagree.

A source has told British magazine Look than things have not been right between the couple for some time.

'They're both devastated. But regardless of how sad they are, there must be a part of them that feel relieved, because Heidi says their marriage hasn't been working for at least a year,' the insider claimed. 'I think Seal can be difficult and has a lot of mood swings. One minute he's the most fun guy in the world, and the nest he's angry over some little thing. I'm sure Heidi's struggled with that and recently I think it's become harder to deal with.'

Following their break-up announcement, gossip website TMZ alleged Seal's bad temper was part of the reason the couple are no longer together.

It's also been suggested his wild partying while on holiday with Heidi and the four children their raise last year caused issues between them.

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Flo Rida and Paris Hilton in the studio

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Paris Hilton has posted pics of her in the studio working on new song with Flo Rida and Afrojack.

Hilton released her self-titled album in 2006, and has been working here and there on new music since 2007, songs being recorded but subsequently shelved.

Now she's teamed up with the big guns for her second album, spending time in the studio with hitmaker Flo Rida and DJ buddy Afrojack.

She just posted on twitter: '@Official_Flo, what up! #YES! So much fun the other night, I love our new songs! Killed it! #YES!'

And Flo Rida replied with a pic of him beavering away on a track, which may well be titled 'Good Feeling' or 'Yes' if those incessant hashtags is any indication: 'In the studio working! #GoodFeeling S/O to @ParisHilton #Yes'.

She has also said that she's been working with RedFoo of LMFAO and Snoop Dogg. Word is that the album will be out in the middle of the year.

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Blake Shelton: Country making a comeback

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Blake Shelton believes a country singer could win the second series of The Voice US.

The singer is a judge on the reality TV show which returns to NBC for its second series tonight.

Having excelled as a country singer himself, the Honey Bee crooner was pleased to see several strong musicians representing the genre in the auditions stages of the programme.

'There are some country singers that are really good,' Blake told American publication People. 'We had a few last year but we didn't end up with a country singer in the final four.'

Blake was so impressed with the strong showing he predicts that a performer of the much-loved genre could go on to triumph in the new series.

He takes his place on the judging panel alongside Cee Lo Green, Adam Levine and Christina Aguilera.

'I know anything can happen,' he said. 'But I really believe in my heart that one of several country singers that we have on our show this year have a shot at winning the whole thing.'

Last year the first series of The Voice US saw Javier Colon crowned the winner. Mentored by Adam, his prize included $100,000 and a coveted recording contract.

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Avril Lavigne: I don�t like reading

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Avril Lavigne is 'way too A.D.D.' to read books.

The Canadian singer has joked that she struggles to sit in one place and concentrate, laughing it's almost as if she has attention deficit disorder (A.D.D.).

Her love of keeping busy means that Avril rarely makes time for literature, although that might change if she penned an autobiography.

'I don't like reading. I'm way too A.D.D. for that. Maybe I'll write my own book. I'd like to do that. I've been jotting things down along the way,' she explained.

Although she isn't that interested in reading, Avril does like history. She dreams of what it would be like to have been born years ago.

'Somewhere in France or England, and I'd be royalty,' she told WWD, when asked what past era she'd like to experience.

Avril has a clothing line and has teamed up with another company on a range of nail polish strips, but still has time to work on her music.

She's reminisced about her favourite time in the industry, which was when she teamed up with one of her idols on stage. The 27-year-old was thrilled to perform with Alanis Morissette in 2005.

'She's a Canadian rocker, so she was always very inspiring to me,' Avril explained.

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The Great Escape reveal initial line-up

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added: 4 Feb 2012 // by: newsdesk 

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The Great Escape is thrilled to be announcing an initial line-up of acts to play across its 30 venues in Brighton this May. Crossing genres from Catalan garage to Australian Electro-chant, UK Surf to Canadian Blues, a staggering host of remarkable sounds are on show already. Old or young, jaded or woefully naïve, TGE 2012 will have something to surprise you.

The initial line-up includes rockers DRY THE RIVER, Danish electro-poppers WHEN SAINTS GO MACHINE, Catalan garage supremos MUJERES, Afrotronic super group AFRICA EXPRESS SOUND SYSTEM**, hard-core Aussie duo DZ DEATHRAYS, Dalston outfit SPECTOR, piping-hot new US bands HOWLER from Minneapolis and FRIENDS from Brooklyn, deranged electro idealist GRIMES, tribal pop Londoners ZULU WINTER, instrumental/electronic four-piece DJANGO DJANGO and Berlin-based pianist NILS FRAHM.

The festival is world famous for the massive acts who've cut their teeth on its stages: highlights include Bon Iver, Adele, Tinie Tempah, Mumford and Sons and Ed Sheeran. This year, with more raw talent on display than is strictly fair on other festivals, the pressure will be on to spot the next big thing amongst the noise.

The line up so far is as follows:
Africa Express Sound System**/ Dry The River / Spector / We Are the Ocean / Friends / Howler / Zulu Winter / Grimes / DZ Deathrays / Nils Frahm / A Winged Victory For The Sullen / Jamie N Commons / Django Django / Eagulls / Perfume Genius / Com Truise / ? (Alt-J) / When Saints Go Machine / Sonic Boom Six / François And The Atlas Mountains / Bos Angeles / Young Dreams / Doldrums / Weird Dreams / Young Magic / The British Expeditionary Force / Max Cooper / Jinja Safari / College, Graphics / Slow Down, Molasses / Mojo Fury / Mallory Knox / Hawk Eyes / Peace / Yukon Blonde / Emma Louise / Juveniles / Binary / Sing Tank / The Soft / Karlmarx / Inland Sea / Half Moon Run / Owlle / Princess Chelsea / Mesparrow / Stranded Horse / Avalanche City / Trust / The Darcys / Jordan Cook, and many more to be announced soon.

TGE is also especially delighted to welcome to the festival Mujeres / Me And The Bees / Seward and Furguson, as part of the lead International partnership with the Institut Ramon Llull, presenting Catalan Sounds ' music from Catalonia and the Balearic Islands. More Catalan and Balearic artist confirmations to follow soon.

The Great Escape will return to the bustling British seaside city of Brighton from 10th-12th May 2012, presenting festival-goers with over 300 new local and international artists across 30 different venues throughout the city. Running alongside this is the Great Escape convention programme which hosts a variety of insightful industry talks, panel debates, targeted networking sessions and key note interviews for industry professionals and music business fans.

THE GREAT ESCAPE FESTIVAL
BRIGHTON, WEST SUSSEX, UK
THURSDAY 10 ' SATURDAY 12 MAY 2012

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Black Sabbath to play without Ward

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added: 6 Feb 2012 // by: VVN Music 

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It wouldn't be the full reunion of the original lineup but three-out-of-four isn't that bad. After Bill Ward announced that his participation in the Black Sabbath reunion was in jeopardy over an "unsignable" contract, the rest of the band responded by saying they would carry on without him.

Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler and Tony Iommi posted the following statement on Facebook:

We were saddened to hear yesterday via Facebook that Bill declined publicly to participate in our current Black Sabbath plans. We have no choice but to continue recording without him although our door is always open...We are still in the UK with Tony. Writing and recording the new album and on a roll...See you at Download!!!"

In his original statement, Ward did acknowledge the possibility that negotiations would end without his participation. "If I'm replaced, I have to face you, the beloved Sabbath fans. I hope you will not hold me responsible for the failure of an original Black Sabbath lineup as promoted. Without fault finding, I want to assure everyone that my loyalty to Sabbath is intact."

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Adam Lambert confirms Queen position then retracts statement

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added: 4 Feb 2012 // by: VVN Music 

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There has been speculation over the last few months that Queen was ready to bring American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert in as their lead singer, but its questionable whether a deal is in place.

The singer has performed with Brian May and Roger Taylor in the past, most notably on the AI finale in 2009 and at MTV's EMAs back in November in Belfast, so the partnership is not that far fetched. Lambert has now talked with Britain's Daily Star confirming the deal.

The intention is to pay tribute to Freddie and the band by singing some f*****g great songs. It's to keep the music alive for the fans and give it an energy that Freddie would have been proud of.

After the EMAs, I heard faint little slithers of a backlash from people saying: 'You can't replace Freddie Mercury.' But I already knew that.

There's no intention in my mind of replacing Freddie. That's impossible.

The way I'm choosing to view it is that it's a great honour and one I'm in no way going to shirk.

Being asked to front Queen is the best thing that can possibly happen.

Later, Lambert went on Twitter and tried to backpedal on his comments, claiming that "Them clever reporters takin my quotes outta context ... I haven't confirmed any guest appearances. I was talking about the EMAs...That being said, I'm truly flattered by your jump to such glorious conclusions mr journalist!! :)."

Hollywood Records, Queen's label, is not as positive about the deal. "The Daily Star item only mentions that Adam may perform with Queen at Sonisphere. This is not confirmed. Nothing has been signed. However, if this were to happen, Queen would be returning to the setting of their final concert with Freddie Mercury, which took place in 1986."

If it all comes together, it will be a busy year for Lambert. His second album, Trespassing, is scheduled for a March 20 release.

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Stars praise Madonna�s Super Bowl show

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Madonna's Super Bowl performance made Kelly Osbourne's heart 'pump with so much joy'.

The Queen of Pop took to the stage at Sunday's Super Bowl XLVI and performed a 12-minute medley during the half-time show. The 53-year-old superstar wowed in a Givenchy warrior dress for the energetic performance and thrilled audiences and fellow stars across the globe.

Many celebrities took to their Twitter pages to express their delight at Madonna's highly-anticipated performance.

Kelly Osbourne was thrilled by the singer's display.

'Nothing I have watching musically has made my heart pump with so much joy then Madonna's performance #thesuperbowl f**king amazing! (sic)' she exclaimed on the social networking site.

Many others took the time out to gush about Madonna on their personal Twitter accounts. Sharon Osbourne thought the songstress showed crowds what she's capable of with the elaborate stage routine.

'Madonna is back! She's the queen. Just sensational!' she gushed, while fellow songstress Pink added that no-one compares to the singer.

'She does less, and yet she's so much more... #Madonna (sic)' she added.

Rapper Snoop Dogg also praised Madonna's performance.

'Madonna killen the superbowl her show is soo fresh. Wowoowowowowowoowowowowowow! (sic)' he wrote.

Actors Ashton Kutcher and Eva Longoria were also blown away by Madonna's show.

'#fact Madonna is crushing it!' Ashton wrote, while Eva gushed: 'Madonna is amazing!!! Love her always! What a performer! All my fav songs! (sic)'

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OK Go�s release crazy new car clip

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added: 6 Feb 2012 // by: Noise11 

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Viral video masters (and power-pop band) OK Go have just launched another nutty, creative video.

More well-known for their ludicrously involved videos than their music, the Chicagoans behind the treadmill classic, the Rube Goldberg contraption, the choreographed dog dance and more have done it again.

They're fresh off providing the theme song for the new Muppets movie and have got funding from auto manufacturer Chrysler to create another fun DIY-type project

Here, the band perform their new single 'Needing/Getting' by driving a car through a musical obstacle course.

Check out the mayhem below. Oh, and buy a Chevy Sonic. The song's pretty good too.

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George Michael: I looked like Bride of Chucky

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George Michael is glad his tracheotomy scars are healing as he looked like the 'Bride of Chucky' for a while.

The musician underwent the operation after battling pneumonia towards the end of last year. The star was hospitalised in Austria after falling ill in November while on tour for the first time in three years. He was forced to postpone the rest of his Symphonica world tour.

George has since been spending time recuperating, and is currently on holiday. The singer is glad his scars are healing as he was worried he looked like a murderous horror film character.

'People, I'm excited....just finishing a ballad that I think is going to make you think my eighties self has been re-born ! Which I suppose it has in a way :) Even my tracheostomy scar is healing nicely in the sun, was looking a bit Bride of Chucky for a while (sic),' he quipped on Twitter.

'Spoke to doctors before I came away and they told me my recovery is way quicker than can usually be expected so I'm happy as Larry (sic).'

George also used his personal Twitter page earlier this week to let fans know he is hoping to make up the cancelled tour dates.

He wrote about his plans to hit the road again after he makes a full recovery.

'realistically I can't see my vocal cords being being ready till the summer, but then I have to think about people losing out if they are on their summer hols. So September seems the most likely. Sorry about that everyone. Rest assured I will use the time wisely... As in... working on improving the show, mixing the live tracks, finishing brand new tracks! (sic)' he wrote.

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Katy Perry�s ex �will always be there for her�

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Katy Perry's ex-boyfriend has pledged his unwavering support for her.

Katy and Gym Class Heroes frontman Travie McCoy dated for about a year before breaking up in 2009.

Although Travie and Katy have not been an item for a long time, the musician is happy to help her through her current personal struggles.

'There will always be a connection between us. I'll always be there for her,' Travie told British newspaper The Mirror. 'When you've been in a relationship like ours, you will always make time for that person.'

Katy and Travie first met on the set of his band's music video for Cupid's Chokehold, in which the songstress made an appearance.

The pair became very close and Katy stood by his side as Travie battled an addiction with prescription pills.

Although things were tense between them after they called it quits on their relationship, Travis has no hard feelings.

'Katy was there for me through my hard times when things were really bad,' Travie explained. 'Life goes on. I have regrets about the way we ended. But there are no grudges any more between us. I'll always be there for her, she knows that.'

Travie does not hold any judgment on Katy's relationship with Russell.

'Do I think she got married to Russell too fast? When you're feeling it, you're feeling it. You can't help how you feel,' Travie declared.

Travie regrets how he and Katy drifted apart. He believes rumours have the power to destroy relationships.

'I've said to Katy stay away from the internet,' he said. 'It's the biggest mistake I made, and that's when things went sour with us.'

Katy's attendance at the Grammys on February 12 will be her first official public appearance since her separation from Russell Brand in December.

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Rihanna �still hung up on ex�

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Rihanna's friends are concerned that she can't let go of Chris Brown as he is the 'only man she ever seems to have really loved'.

The pair ended their relationship around three years ago after an argument turned violent. Chris was charged with assaulting the pop beauty and served with a restraining order. Recent reports have suggested that the former couple have been 'hooking up'. Chris and Rihanna were even spotted partying at the same nightclub as each other.

Friends of Rihanna say the songstress has found it hard to move on following the messy split, but knows that being apart from the musician is probably best for her career.

'She knows how disappointed her fans ' not to mention her family and friends ' would be if she took him back,' a source told Closer magazine.

'But Chris is the only man she ever seems to have really loved.'

Rihanna is now in contact with Chris after a period of not speaking. Those closest to the gorgeous star are anxious that she'll fall for him all over again.

'They are still in contact and, while they don't speak often, she's met him a few times. Friends are concerned she may believe Chris is a changed man,' the insider added.

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Madonna: Super Bowl means so much

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(Cover) - EN Music - Madonna feels pressure to 'put on a good show' this Super Bowl.

The superstar will take to the stage at the iconic American football game at halftime this weekend.

Madonna has intense butterflies in her stomach about this performance, as millions of people will be watching her.

'I'm so nervous!' she told Extra. 'It's like the Super Bowl is like, God in America. It's like the whole country is watching this game. It's everything and it means so much to people. Then I come on at halftime... I'd better put on a damn good show, right?'

Madonna has reportedly been prepping hard for this performance, putting in up to 12 hour rehearsal days at the studio.

Although Madonna won't reveal what she's planning to do onstage, the star guarantees that audiences will be entertained.

'I'm not telling you [what I'm doing]," Madonna said. 'I'm gonna do a new song from my record, then do some oldies but goodies, so stay tuned.'

Give Me All Your Luvin' is the first track from Madonna's upcoming album M.D.N.A. and the whole promo will be released today.

Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. will join Madonna during the halftime show.

Super Bowl XLVI airs this Sunday.

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Slow Club tour dates, new single and SXSW dates

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Slow Club's latest single "The Dog" is reflective of the themes on their hit second album "Paradise" - it carries within it a dark, thoughtful view of the world.

A highlight of their live set that sees Rebecca Taylor take her seat behind the drum kit, "The Dog" has been reworked for it's single release. The vocal sparring between Taylor and Charles Watson remains intact alongside their signature penchant for thunderous drums and frantic guitars, resulting in their most punk rock outing to date.

The Dog's release coincides with an extensive UK tour, kicking off in April. But before that they've a packed calendar, including a hometown date at Leed's Brudenell Social Club on Feb 8th and a headline NME Awards show at Heaven on Feb 9th. Slow Club then embark tours of the US (including SxSW) and Australia.

The UK tour dates are as follows, with tickets available from http://www.artistticket.com/linkage.asp?artist=slow%20club.

APRIL:
3 ' YORK, Duchess
4 ' GLASGOW, King Tuts
5 ' ABERDEEN, Lemon Tree
7 ' WAKEFIELD, Hop
8 ' MANCHESTER, Ruby Lounge
9 ' CARLISLE, Brickyard
11 ' HULL, Fruit
13 ' SHEFFIELD, Queens Social Club
14 ' DARLINGTON, Inside Out
29 ' PORTSMOUTH, Wedgewood Rooms
30 ' SOUTHAMPTON, Joiners

MAY:
1 ' EXETER, Cavern
2 ' BRIGHTON, The Haunt
3 ' GUILDFORD, Boileroom
5 ' CAMBRIDGE, St Paul's Church
6 ' WINCESTER, Railway
7 ' READING, Sub89
8 ' BRISTOL, Fleece
9 ' BATH, Moles
10 ' BIRMINGHAM, Hare And Hounds

The international dates are as follows:

US dates - First leg:
Feb 14, WASHINGTON DC9; 15, PHILIDELPHIA, Johnny Brenda's; 16, BROOKLYN, The Bell House; 17, CAMBRIDGE, The Bears; 18, MONTREAL, Casa Del Popolo; 19, TORONTO, Rivoli; 21, PONTIAC, The Pike Room; 22, CHICAGO, Empty Bottle

AUSTRALIA: 26, PERTH, Perth International Arts Festival; 29, SYDNEY, Beach Road Hotel; MARCH 1, SYDNEY, Goodgod; 2, MELBOURNE, The Workers Club; 3, ADELAINE, Ed Castle

US West Coast: MARCH 6, VANCOUVER, Media Club; 7, SEATTLE, Sunset Tavern; 8, PORTLAND, Doug Fir Lounge; 10, SAN FRANCISCO, Brick & Mortar Music Hall; 11, LOS ANGELES, Echoplex; 12, SAN DIEGO, Casbah.

SxSW - MARCH 13 - 18TH
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Robin Gibb �feels fantastic�

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Robin Gibb is elated that his liver cancer is 'almost gone.'

The 62-year-old Bee Gees musician is undergoing chemotherapy treatments after being admitted to the hospital with the disease in November.

His health has drastically improved since his initial admission and Robin is looking forward to his future.

'The prognosis is that it's almost gone and I feel fantastic and really from now on it's just what they could describe as a 'mopping-up' operation,' Robin told host Steve Wright in an interview on BBC Radio 2 today. 'I am very active and my sense of well-being is good.'

Robin is glad he decided to speak up about the pain he was experiencing, as he has achieved remarkable results.

'I mean the fact is, I've never spoken to anybody about my condition or the condition that I was in and a lot of them go over the top to the point where they're telling me things that I didn't even know about myself,' Robin explained. 'Well, it's all simple. I was diagnosed with a growth in my colon. It was removed. And I've been treated for that by a brilliant doctor, and in their own words 'the results have been spectacular.' And they said 'What are you doing that we don't know about?' and I said I'm not doing anything and in fact I haven't taken a single tablet.'

Before he sought treatment, Robin believed that the pains in his stomach were related to a condition he suffered from previously. The star has had repeated health problems due to a twisted bowel and his brother Maurice died nine years ago from the malady at the age of 53.

Robin is elated that his innards are now functioning harmoniously.

'I feel better than I did ten years ago. I'm active, my appetite's fantastic, the plumbing is all in perfect working order,' Robin said. 'If I had a choice about how I'd like to feel for the rest of my life, this would be it. If I wanted to tick all the right boxes about sense of well-being, it would be now. This is the way I'd like to feel. I don't know how I could feel any better.'

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Demi Lovato �so nervous� on stage

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Demi Lovato 'thought she would be sick' at her first performance.

The singer-and-actress found fame on Disney show Sonny with a Chance, which she left last year.

Demi, 19, admits that she was not always a fan of being on stage. Her first performance was terrifying.

'I was so nervous that I thought I might be sick, but I was also really excited,' she told OK! magazine. 'Once I got out there I loved it!'

Demi is now deeply devoted to her flourishing career. The star sets her sights high and is interested in collaborating with some of her favourite artists soon.

'There are so many musicians I'd like to work with,' Demi gushed. 'I can't name just one. I'd really love to work with Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine and Eminem. They are all so talented.'

Demi went rehab in 2010 to be treated for 'emotional and physical issues'. She has battled an eating disorder which she's been open about in the hope it will help other young people.

Demi has thrived since being released from treatment.

Her new album Unbroken was released last autumn.

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The Libertines film on the way

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THE LIBERTINES: THERE ARE NO INNOCENT BYSTANDERS is an engaging and honest music documentary by legendary photographer turned filmmaker, Roger Sargent. The film offers an intimate look at the band's 2010 reunion with unrivalled access, starting at Sargent's NME cover shoot announcing the big festival appearance at Reading and Leeds, through the rehearsals and celebrated warm up shows, to being on stage on the big night.
Sargent's relationship with the band has enabled him to create the definitive film about arguably one of the most influential groups of its generation, exploring the passion, drive, love and laughter of The Libertines' story. He successfully unlocks the personalities and relationships of the band and navigates the viewer through the tensions behind this most celebrated and hotly debated of reunions.

Narrated by the band in their own words, the film spans the period of time from the announcement of the reunion to the weekend of the Reading and Leeds festivals ' their first 'on the road' experience together for six years. With this as a backdrop, Sargent explores the history of the band, allowing them to intimately discuss how they became what they are and revealing untold stories along the way.

The release of the DVD has been designed to cater specifically for the needs of the fans. Roger and the band have taken time to create a unique and highly collectable set of DVD and artwork products that will be sold direct to consumers via www.pledgemusic.com. These will be available to pre buy now.

PledgeMusic (www.pledgemusic.com), the leading international direct-to-fan music company, allows fans to purchase albums or DVDs as a pre-sale along with a choice of other premium and exclusive items.

Ahead of its theatrical release in April, THE LIBERTINES: THERE ARE NO INNOCENT BYSTANDERS will premiere with a multi-city event in March. Using a unique and innovative release strategy, the film will tour the UK's O2 Academies to give the fans an opportunity to see the film in a music venue and participate in Q&As with Roger Sargent and band members. The film screening and Q&A will be complemented by a special DJ from one member of the band.

Film Tour Dates

March 2012
O2 Academy Bristol ' 19 March
O2 Academy2 Birmingham ' 20 March
O2 Academy Islington '21 March
O2 Academy Liverpool ' 22 March
O2 Academy Newcastle ' 23 March
O2 ABC Glasgow ' 24 March

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Katy Perry ready for fresh start

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Katy Perry has hinted she's ready to move on from Russell Brand, telling a pre-Super Bowl crowd that she feels 'brand new'.

The songstress has rarely appeared in public since Russell announced their impending divorce at the end of December. However, the star looked in good spirits as she performed on DirectTV's Super Saturday Night, ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl XLVI.

Katy addressed the crowds at the event and hinted about her positive frame of mind following her highly-publicised relationship breakdown.

'We just finished 125 tour dates. So everything feels brand new,' she told the audience, before beginning her song The One That Got Away.

Katy also seemingly acknowledged rumours she is romantically involved with Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow.

The stunning star dedicated her song Peacock to the NFL sports star.

'This goes out to Tim Tebow,' she said.

Following her performance, Katy enjoyed her night in a VIP area at Victory Field in Indianapolis. Onlookers told the New York Post that the star 'appeared to be having a really good time. She was smiling and laughing'.

Reports recently emerged that Katy's estranged husband has been in contact with Katy lookalike Zooey Deschanel.

The British comedian is said to admire Zooey's talent, and has been sending text messages over the past few weeks in a bid to meet up.

'Russell is a big fan of Zooey and would love to work with her in the future. He's been in contact, asking to meet up,' a source told Closer magazine.

'He thinks she's hysterically funny and cute too. He loves her quirky sense of humour. There seems to be a spark there.'

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Katzenjammer announce London dates

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We're thrilled to announce the first UK live dates of 2012 for Norwegian sensations 'Katzenjammer'.

Following their extensive European touring and sell-out UK shows at the Water Rats and then Dingwalls late last year, the 'Team Me' labelmates will be performing at HMV's Next Big Thing on Monday 6th Feb at the Borderline and on the 22nd March at the Scala.

If you're unfamiliar with them, they're "a four-piece, all-girl outfit of multi-instrumentalists that perform swinging, singing, cowboy-inspired fairground burlesque with all-out riotous, folk, pop & gypsy punk".

They look and sound a bit like this www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHcklZEi1kk

Katzenjammer's debut UK album 'A Kiss Before You Go' will be released this May and first single 'I Will Dance (When I Walk Away) is out in March.

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Madonna stuns at Super Bowl

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Madonna performed an extravagant medley filled with surprises at Sunday's Super Bowl XLVI.
The 53-year-old superstar wore a golden Givenchy warrior dress as she dominated the stage for a 12-minute medley at this year's half-time show.
Madonna began the set by singing Vogue as she was carried onto the stage by a bevy of men clad in armour resembling those of Roman soldiers.
Acrobatic dancers joined Madonna onstage for her next number Music, performing flips and assisting the songstress with cartwheels.
Guest vocalists Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. became Madonna's cheerleaders as the trio performed Give Me All Your Luvin'.
According to Us Weekly, M.I.A. was particularly enthusiastic. As a cameraman stepped up to get a direct shot of her, the Paper Planes singer flipped up her middle finger.
For the final tune Like a Prayer, Cee Lo Green joined Madonna on an elevated platform as a choir filled the stage beneath them.
The show ended with bright white lights beaming onto the field that read 'World Peace'.
Ten of millions of Americans watch this annual sporting event on television.
Madonna's upcoming album MDNA will be released in the spring.

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Black Sabbath reunion in jeopardy

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added: 3 Feb 2012 // by: Marco Gandolfi

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The 2012 Black Sabbath reunion tour has been thrown in jeopardy with founding member Bill Ward announcing he will not go ahead with the tour unless he is given a 'signable contract'.

In a lengthy statement posted on his website Ward says he is currently in a 'holding pattern' and says he is being given 'the cold shoulder (and not for the first time).

The original line-up of Black Sabbath announced a reunion tour and new album for 2012 at a press conference in Los Angeles on November 11 last year.

We understand that he is not with the rest of the group in Birmingham working on material while Tony Iommi receives cancer treatment and he is not being kept up-to-date on the work in progress.

At worst this could scupper reunion plans at best it would mean a partial reunion minus Ward. As yet the rest of the band have yet to comment on the on going situation.

All will be revealed before the first date on the reunion tour scheduled for May 18 in Moscow.

Bill Wards web posting is in full below:

Dear Sabbath Fans, Fellow Musicians and Interested Parties,

At this time, I would love nothing more than to be able to proceed with the Black Sabbath album and tour. However, I am unable to continue unless a 'signable' contract is drawn up; a contract that reflects some dignity and respect toward me as an original member of the band. Last year, I worked diligently in good faith with Tony, Ozzy and Geezer. And on 11/11/11, again in good faith, I participated in the L.A. press conference. Several days ago, after nearly a year of trying to negotiate, another 'unsignable' contract was handed to me.

Let me say that although this has put me in some kind of holding pattern, I am packed and ready to leave the U.S. for England. More importantly, I definitely want to play on the album, and I definitely want to tour with Black Sabbath.

Since the news of Tony's illness, and the understanding that the band would move production to the U.K., I've spent everyday getting to or living in a place of readiness to leave. That involves something of a task, and as I've tried to find out what's going on with the U.K. sessions, I've realized that I've been getting 'the cold shoulder' (and, I might add, not for the first time). Feeling somewhat ostracized, my guess is as of today, I will know nothing of what'shappening unless I sign 'the unsignable contract.'

The place I'm in feels lousy and lonely because as much as I want to play and participate, I also have to stand for something and not sign on. If I sign as-is, I stand to lose my rights, dignity and respectability as a rock musician. I believe in freedom and freedom of speech. I grew up in a hard rock/metal band. We stood for something then, and we played from the heart with honesty and sincerity. I am in the spirit of integrity, far from the corporate malady, I am real and honest, fair and compassionate.

If I'm replaced, I have to face you, the beloved Sabbath fans. I hope you will not hold me responsible for the failure of an original Black Sabbath lineup as promoted. Without fault finding, I want to assure everyone that my loyalty to Sabbath is intact.

So here I am. I lay my truth down before you. I'm good to go IF I get a 'signable' contract. I don't want to let anyone down, especially Black Sabbath and all the Sabbath fans. You know I love you. It would be a sad day in Rock if this current situation fell to the desires of a few.

My position is not greed-driven. I'm not holding out for a 'big piece' of the action (money) like some kind of blackmail deal. I'd like something that recognizes and is reflective of my contributions to the band, including the reunions that started fourteen years ago. After the last tour I vowed to never again sign on to an unreasonable contract. I want a contract that shows some respect to me and my family, a contract that will honor all that I've brought to Black Sabbath since its beginning.

That's the story so far.

Stay safe and stay strong.

I love every single one of you.

'Bill Ward

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Olly Murs to release new single �Oh My Goodness�

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Olly Murs releases his new single 'Oh My Goodness' on April 1. The track is the third to be taken from his number one album 'In Case You Didn't Know', which has now sold in excess of 630,000 copies since being released in December ' making it double platinum.

Olly has been nominated for 'Best British Single' at the Brit Awards this year for 'Heart Skips A Beat' ft. Rizzle Kicks. This is Olly's second BRIT nomination, as he was included in the same category last year. Olly will be performing the track at the ceremony on February 21. Olly said: 'Being nominated for a BRIT for a second year running is a dream come true! Thanks to everyone who's supported me, I'm so chuffed to have such amazing fans, and so excited to be performing too'.

'Oh My Goodness' will be available as a digital download, with the brand new track 'Don't Say Goodnight Yet' as a b-side. The release will also feature remixes from Cagedbaby and Almighty.

Olly embarks on his UK arena tour starting today. He is taking a film crew on tour with him for a special three party tour documentary, which is due to air on ITV in April. The tour dates are:

Wed 1st Cardiff Motorpoint Arena
Thurs 2nd Cardiff Motorpoint Arena
Sat 4th London The O2 Arena
Sun 5th London The O2 Arena
Tue 7th Brighton Centre
Wed 8th Brighton Centre
Fri 10th Birmingham LG Arena
Sat 11th London Wembley Arena
Sun 12th Sheffield Motorpoint Arena
Mon 13th Nottingham Capital FM Arena
Wed 15th Bournemouth BIC
Thurs 16th Bournemouth BIC
Sat 18th Manchester MEN Arena
Sun 19th Liverpool Echo Arena
Wed 22nd Aberdeen ECC
Fri 24th Newcastle Metro Radio Arena
Sat 25th Glasgow SECC
Mon 26th Aberdeen ECC
Tue 28th Belfast Odyssey
Wed 29th Dublin O2

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Zoë Kravitz introduces beau to dad

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Zoë Kravitz's boyfriend appeared 'nervous' at dinner with her father.

Zoë has reportedly made the decision to introduce her beau of nearly a year, Gossip Girl actor Penn Badgley, to her rock musician father Lenny Kravitz.

The trio had dinner at Mr. Chow in New York City together Wednesday.

The meeting felt awkward at first.

'[Penn] sat opposite Lenny at a table for six,' an eyewitness told Life & Style magazine. 'Penn looked a bit nervous! He wasn''t talking too much to begin with, but warmed up as the evening went on.'

As Penn lightened his mood, everyone at the table began to relax. The actor even felt comfortable enough to steal a quick kiss from Zoë.

'But Penn was very appropriate,' the source continued. 'It was only a sweet peck.'

Lenny has spoken before about his thoughts on Zoë's romantic life.

'I''m not [dreading walking her down the aisle],' Lenny said last summer. 'I look forward to it. But I''m hoping she doesn''t ask me that, like, tomorrow.'

Zoë and Penn are rumoured to have began dating in July 2011.

Before her relationship with Penn, Zoë was linked to Michael Fassbender.

Penn is renowned for keeping tight-lipped about his love life. He dated his Gossip Girl co-star Blake Lively for three years but declined to comment on their time together in public.

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Tenacious D release album taster

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Mock-rockers Tenacious D ' Jack Black and Kyle Gass ' release a teaser animation for their new album.

The acoustic joke-metal duo toured Australia with Foo Fighters late last year and now they prepare for their third album Rize Of The Fenix.

In a bitter teaser for the new album, Black claims that critics wrote them off following their last album/film The Pick Of Destiny but they are ready to 'rize' again.

You can hear the song's intro below on SoundCloud but it works a lot better alongside the little animation at their Rize Of The Fenix page here.

Rumour has it that the album will be released in May.

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M.I.A. 'Bad Girls' video premieres

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Today M.I.A.'s video for her brand new track, "Bad Girls," premieres exclusively on YouTube.

The video was shot in Ouarzazate, Morocco, and is directed by Romain Gavras (M.I.A. 'Born Free' and JUSTICE 'Stress')
"It was dope to have so many people from so many different backgrounds speaking so many different languages come together to create something that we believed in,' says M.I.A about the video.

'I thought I was gonna die on the shoot when I saw the drifting. It was a four day shoot so everyone was on edge the whole time specifically ME when I had to do bluesteel singing to the camera while the cars did doughnuts on the wet road ten feet away. In my mind I was thinking how I was gonna deliver the video to Vice with no legs.'

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Due out March 20 on his own VANDIT label, EVOLUTION is PAUL VAN DYK's (PvD) first major offering since 2007's In Between and his sixth studio album overall.

It is the product of the Berlin-based electronic dance music producer and performer's months of studio time, and far more time spent on the road traveling the globe. The backbone of the album was built while performing and composing in front of live audiences worldwide and its connecting threads build upon decades of watching the electronic dance music scene grow and change.

The first offering is available today as a free download exclusively via http://www.paulvandyk.com/, is 'Verano' featuring Austin Leeds.

Miami-based DJ/producer Austin Leeds, who previously collaborated with PvD on 'New York City' from his last studio album In Between, is featured on EVOLUTION for the intense and punchy floor filler. Says PvD, 'There's a sunny Miami bass vibe to it and I'm coming more from the darker, Berlin underground side, and when we work together you find both sides there, but not in a separate way. It belongs together.'

PAUL VAN DYK's 2012 U.S. special performances in a more intimate setting for his fans thus far include:
2/8 - Chicago @ The Mid
2/9 - NYC @ Pacha
2/10 - San Francisco @ Ruby Skye
2/11 - Los Angeles @ Avalon
3/24 - Miami @ Ice Palace (Winter Music Conference)

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, February 7 at noon ET. For more information on PvD, check out his official site, Facebook, and Twitter.

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