Justin Bieber: I don�t need to go to church

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Justin Bieber thinks many religious people are 'lost'.

The Canadian singer has been outspoken about his Christian beliefs throughout his career and recently got a large portrait of Jesus Christ etched on his calf.

The 17-year-old star insists he isn't as religious as many might think though and believes some practitioners take worship too far.

'A lot of people who are religious, I think they get lost. They go to church just to go to church,' he told V magazine.

'I'm not trying to disrespect them... but for me, I focus more on praying and talking to Him. I don't have to go to church.'

In a wide-ranging interview, Justin went on to compare himself to controversial boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. The athlete is viewed as the best boxer in the world by some and remains undefeated despite fighting 42 bouts. Justin has drawn parallels with his own career, especially as some fans are now waiting for Floyd to lose.

'Now that I'm on top, everyone wants to bring me down. Everyone's trying to tug at me and take my spot. Like Floyd Mayweather, he's the best boxer in the world. Now he is a champion. Every time he goes to a fight now, people are like, 'He's going to lose this time,'' Justin mused.

Floyd's personal life has been marred in controversy, with the boxer currently awaiting a 90 day stint in prison following a domestic violence case.

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The Doors previously unreleased �She Smells So Nice� - listen now

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Here is your first listen to a previously unreleased song from The Doors.

'She Smells So Nice' was recorded for but not used on the last Jim Morrison album for The Doors 'L.A. Woman'.

The Doors are about to release a brand new 40th anniversary edition of 'L.A. Woman' with a second disc of alternate takes and unused songs.

'She Smells So Good' is classic Doors blues with Jim in fine voice.

Producer Bruce Botnick recently found the old recording while he was going through the old masters putting together the 40th edition disc.

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She Smells So Nice by The Doors Official:

She Smells So Nice by The Doors Official

Here is the track listing for the new version of L.A. Woman:

Disc One?1.
'The Changeling'
2. 'Love Her Madly'
3. 'Been Down So Long'
4. 'Cars Hiss By My Window'
5. 'L.A. Woman'
6. 'L'America'
7. 'Hyacinth House'
8. 'Crawling King Snake'
9. 'The WASP (Texas Radio and the Big Beat)'
10. 'Riders On The Storm'

Disc Two:
All Selections Previously Unissued
1. 'The Changeling' ' Alternate Version*
2. 'Love Her Madly' ' Alternate Version*
3. 'Cars Hiss By My Window' ' Alternate Version*
4. 'L.A. Woman' ' Alternate Version*
5. 'The WASP (Texas Radio and the Big Beat)' ' Alternate Version*
6. 'Been Down So Long' ' Alternate Version*
7. 'Riders On The Storm' ' Alternate Version*
8. 'She Smells So Nice'*
9. 'Rock Me'*

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Drake enjoyed musical �freedom�

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Drake had the 'greatest freedom' possible when making his latest album.

The Canadian rapper released Take Care late last year and it debuted at number one on the Billboard album chart.

He worked closely with his friend Noah '40' Shebib on the record, with Drake's record company happy to let the pair lay down tracks on their own. Engineer-and-producer 40 thinks that's why Take Care was such a hit.

'We get to do what we want: we don't have to clear it with the A&Rs or anybody. We are our own A&Rs," he told MTV News. "And that's the greatest freedom you can possibly have in this business.'

The two music stars had worked together before. 40 was involved with So Far Gone, the 2009 mix-tape which launched Drake's career. They also teamed up for his first record Thank Me Later, but neither had anything particular in mind when they started work on Take Care.

'I can't sit there and tell you that anybody made any conscious decisions to the extent of, 'Oh, we're gonna make this feel of an album,'' 40 explained. 'We really just make records and cut music until someone says, 'That's it: You can't make any more music; you gotta stop.''

Drake and 40 work well together and the producer prides himself on helping the rapper get his message across. Drake is adamant all his tunes must mean something to him and he likes to be involved in every aspect of album making, which 40 respects.

'What ends up happening a lot of times with our records is that, because I can do a lot of things in the studio, whether it be play instruments or produce or edit or run Pro Tools or edit vocals, whatever the case may be, I help him get out his ideas," the producer said. "I think that's the goal of any good producer, is to make sure the artist is delivering what they want.'

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Kristen Wiig �parties hard� with beau

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Kristen Wiig and Fabrizio Moretti spent Sunday night 'partying hard'.

The Bridesmaids star began dating The Strokes drummer last month and their romance is still going strong.

There were rumors the pair's relationship might be cooling after Kristen attended a recent premiere on her own, but they laid them to rest with a romantic display at New York City nightspot The Cabin Down Below over the weekend.

'The pair. were spotted 'partying pretty hard' at dimly lit subterranean lounge Cabin Down Below on Sunday night,' reports New York Post.

Kristen and Fabrizio were at the venue with friends, including Sean Penn. He is currently working with the actress on The Comedian, which he is directing.

The group were determined to have a good time, with Kristen and Fabrizio keen to show off their dance moves. The couple apparently requested a track from the La Bamba soundtrack before throwing some shapes on the dance floor.

It was a busy weekend for Kristen as she was also out the previous evening. She was seen celebrating Charles Barkley's triumphant turn as host on Saturday Night Live.

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Lady Gaga �wants two homes with lover�

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Lady Gaga and her boyfriend are planning to buy two homes together.

The star has been dating Taylor Kinney since July of last year, but only recently stepped out in public with him.

Although they have only just entered the limelight as a couple they are rumoured to be ready to buy property together.

There has been speculation Gaga was purchasing a £1.1 million property in Pennsylvania for them to live in, but their plans are apparently bigger than that.

'They've been looking for two places ' one near his parents in Pennsylvania and one in the Big Apple,' a source told British newspaper The Sun.

It's unknown how big they want their New York accommodation to be. Gaga hails from the city and has regularly spoken of her love for it. She still spends a lot of time at her mother and father's home there.

Gaga and Taylor have worked hard to keep their relationship low key after meeting on the set of the promo for her track Yoü and I. Rather than staying in lavish hotels, the 24-year-old singer has often opted to stay in the beach shack Taylor shares with three friends.

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Jay-Z releases new track featuring baby Blue Ivy�s cries

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Jay-Z has released a new song featuring his baby girl Blue Ivy Carter calling her his 'greatest creation.'
His wife Beyoncé Knowles gave birth on Saturday in New York and the proud new father was inspired by his bundle of joy and laid down a track which showcased the cries of the newborn.
In the song called Glory, the 42-year-old rapper also seemed to allude to the fact that the Single Ladies singer once lost a child.
'Last time the miscarriage was so tragic, we was afraid you disappeared,' Jay-Z rhymed and also rapped about 'false alarms and false starts.'
'All the pain of the last time, prayed so hard it was the last time.
'The most amazing feeling I feel, Words can't describe what a feeling, for real, Baby I'll paint the sky blue, My greatest creation was you.'
In the heartfelt soulful track, Jay-Z also reveals that their daughter was conceived in Paris and calls Blue a 'younger, smarter, faster' version of himself, but said the baby looked like his superstar wife.
Blue Ivy also made her debut on the track and the sound of her gurgles and cries can be heard at the end of the song which was produced by Pharrell Williams.
The little girl is the first child for the couple who have been married for four years. Her name is said to have been inspired by the pair's love of the number 4 which is IV in Roman numerals. The digit is significant for both stars as Beyoncé was born on September 4, while Jay-Z's birthday is December 4.
They wed on April 4 2008 and both have IV etched on their ring fingers in honor of that special day.

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David Foster head's to Verve

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Renowned Producer, composter and performer David Foster will head up Universal Music's Verve Music Group.

Verve, one of the world's great adult music, pop and jazz labels, features a roster including Andrea Bocelli, Jamie Cullum and Diana Krall.

'We are committed to expanding our A&R investment in all areas of music on a global basis, and the adult music, pop and jazz genres are very important to me,' stated UMG Chairman Lucian Grainge. 'With David at the helm, we're now uniquely positioned for even more dramatic growth. He is one of music's most versatile and prolific hit makers, and one of the industry's most gifted developers of talent.'

During his career Foster has worked with Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Mariah Carey, Seal, Gloria Estefan, *NSYNC, Neil Diamond, Whitney Houston, Cher, Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, Chaka Khan, Barbra Streisand, Donna Summer, Kenny Rogers, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Beyonce and Christina Aguilera.

Songs written by Foster include 'After The Love Has Gone' (Earth, Wind & Fire), 'Hard To Say I'm Sorry' (Chicago), 'One More Chance' (Madonna) and 'Tell Him' (Barbara Streisand and Celine Dion).

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Jerry Seinfeld announces his only UK shows of 2012

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Following his critically acclaimed, sold out show at The O2 in London earlier this year, comedian Jerry Seinfeld is returning to the UK this May to play his first ever shows outside of the capital at less than half the cost of the 2011 London show.

Hailed as "the master stand-up comic of his generation" and "the best comedian of our time" by The Washington Post, Seinfeld has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.

Tickets to these hugely anticipated shows are on sale now. Buy sold out tickets at our partners here and check out all other tickets here.

May 2012
11th - BIRMINGHAM NIA
12th - MANCHESTER MEN Arena

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Tony Iommi diagnosed with Lymphoma

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Black Sabbath star Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with lymphoma.

The 63-year-old rocker posted a statement on his website that announced he is in the 'early stages' of the disease, which is cancer of the lymphocytes.

The so-called 'Iron Man of Rock' assured fans that he remains 'upbeat and determined' and is working with doctors to beat the illness.

The website also stated that his Black Sabbath band mates Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward would like fans to send 'positive vibes' to Tony.

The news come as Black Sabbath are working on their first album in 33 years. The record is being produced in Los Angeles with Rick Rubin and is still set to be released this fall, but Tony's website stated that the band will be travelling to the UK to work with the stricken guitarist.

Black Sabbath are planning to tour with their original line-up this May.

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White Stripes offer unreleased outtakes on vinyl

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The White Stripes are offering two 'markedly different' versions of previously released tracks on vinyl.

This is all part of Jack White's Third Man Records 'Vault' series, where subscribers get a hodge podge of oddities and rarities sent out to them.

If you sign up to the latest package, you'll get the third, triple-album entry in their Singles Collection, on coloured vinyl with a fold-out poster that lines up with previous entries.

You'll also get a light-sensitive colour-changing tee-shirt of the Third Man Records logo.

But the most sought-after part of the package will be a 7-inch record of two White Stripes songs ' 'Dead Leaves' and 'Let's Build A Home' ' recorded during the sessions for their self-titled debut in 1999.

These versions are promised to be 'markedly different' to the versions that ended up on White Blood Cells and De Stijl.

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Radio Two DJ Janice Long returns to Liverpool for launch

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BBC Radio Two DJ Janice Long returns to Liverpool to host the launch party of Man Get Out's latest single 'Berlin' at Mojo on Saturday 28 January 2012. The event is a celebration of the much anticipated latest single from the band, which is released on Keep Out Records at midnight on the 28th.

The story of how Janice Long encountered Man Get Out is a veritable fairy tale. They were performing at a low key underground venue in Hoxton, London and unbeknown to them Janice was an impressed onlooker. Soon after the gig, the band switched on the radio in their van to hear the track 'Geronimo' being blasted down the airwaves. It was only the start of things to come as they received rave reviews from listeners, and were subsequently invited to the BBC studios for a live session on Radio 2 with the Bootle born DJ.

Ever since presenting a show on BBC Radio Merseyside, Janice has been an aficionado of new Liverpool music. In recent years she has championed The Wombats and The Zutons to mention just two, and the love affair continues with new band Man Get Out.

2011 saw Man Get Out hit the ground running on the Liverpool music scene with their debut EP 'This is What Happens When You Whisper Through A Megaphone'. The launch of 'Berlin' in 2012 will undoubtedly see the bands momentum continue.

Lloyd, Rob, Joe, Chris and Lars who together form Man Get Out recorded the track in Studio 1 in Parr St Studios. Produced by the up-and-coming Tony Draper and mixed by Al Groves of Sandhills Studios - the track is an absolute delight.

'Berlin' is available for purchase on all major online retailers from midnight on the 28 January 2012. There will also be a limited physical release on the same day. We've had a sneak preview of the single and it's no wonder the boys are excited about this launch party.

To see Man Get Out + special guests Guardians and The Thespians @ Mojo Liverpool and for your opportunity to hear Janice talk about the Liverpool music scene both past and present advance tickets can be bought HERE for just £5 in advance (or £7 OTD). You may even get a free drink thanks to the sponsor for the evening ' Jeremiah Weed!

Saturday 28th January 2012
MAN GET OUT
Mojo
Back Berry Street
Liverpool
L1 4BG

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Quick quips: Van Halen, Kool & the Gang, Aerosmith, Metallica, Ronnie James Dio, Gregg Allman, Ted Nugent, 100 Club

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Van Halen has made an interesting choice to open some of their shows on the upcoming tour, 70's/80's funkmasters Kool and the Gang. Tickets for most of the stops announced go on sale on Saturday, January 14.

Steven Tyler talked about the upcoming Aerosmith album while being interviewed at the TCA panel for American Idol. "All of it's been written but I've got to lay lyrics on it and I haven't had a lot of time. What I've listened to so far knocked me out. I know a good song and I know what gets played on the radio. I'm not that pretentious to say we've got hits, but we've got something and that's all that matters."
As far as the sound, "It's Aerosmith, how do you hide from my big mouth?"

Kirk Hammett was also talking about Metallica's upcoming album. He told Rolling Stone "If Death Magnetic was a logical successor to .And Justice For All, the next album will be a heavier Black Album. We're not going to the depths of complexity that we did for Death Magnetic. The stuff we're coming up with is more groove-oriented, a heavier version of what we were doing in the early 90s.

A long list of rock and metal greats are getting on board a tribute album for the late Ronnie James Dio. Signed up so far are Rob Halford (Judas Priest), Lemmy Kilmister (Motorhead), Ian Gillan (Deep Purple), Alice Cooper, Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Sebastian Bach (Skid Row) and Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters). The album is expected to be out next year.

Two men attending Gregg Allman's show last Wednesday at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville got into a fight with the result being one sustaining a knife wound to the face and the other being arrested by authorities.
Not that this will be any big surprise, but Pierce Munitions, makers of precision ammunition, will be putting out a new line of hunting bullets under Ted Nugent's name.

The 100 Club in London has failed in its attempt to get historical protection. English Heritage, the organization that make recommendations on landmarks backed the plan, noting it was the oldest active club in London, but the British government rejected the bid.
A government spokesperson told the Sunday Telegram "There's no denying the club's place in British pop music history, but in the end it's only the stage and the signage that mark it out as being any different from any other basement club. I can't help but feel that giving the cradle of punk rock listed building status would not be quite in tune with that movement's driving spirit."

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Mariah Carey and husband �closer than ever�

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Mariah Carey and her husband Nick Cannon have a 'strong bond,' his father James Cannon says.

The America's Got Talent host was hospitalised over the holiday for mild kidney failure and James has revealed that the health scare has had a positive effect on the couple's relationship.

James opened up to Us Weekly and said that his son and daughter-in-law were very committed to each other.

'Nick and Mariah have a very strong bond,' James told the publication. 'If anything, this unexpected illness has made them closer than ever and appreciate one another even more.'

'She would stay in the hospital overnight to support him. Nick and Mariah are really good for one another ' they have so much in common and can make the other one laugh.

'So they managed to cope even though Nick was pretty sick. But he is glad to be home now and his whole family is pleased about that also.'

James added that Nick will need to change what he eats going forward to ensure he stays healthy.

'The doctors have ordered him to rest and make some adjustments to his diet too,' James added. 'It has been an educational process for him, and he is determined to make those changes and stay away from soft drinks and too many sugar-based foods now.'

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Mel B: I have tantrums

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Mel B admits having 'little tantrums' from time to time.

The former Spice Girl is famously honest and direct in interviews. Mel famously chimed in one interview: 'I've sold 75 million records. Of course I'm a diva!' and insists all female stars are prone to the odd outburst or two.

'What girl isn't a diva? We all have our little tantrums,' she smiled in an interview with UK Star magazine.

Mel welcomed baby daughter Madison last September. This is her and her husband Stephen Belafonte's first child together, although the 36-year-old singer has two other daughters from previous relationships.

Mel had Phoenix Chi, 12, with ex-husband Jimmy Gulzar and four-year-old Angel with actor Eddie Murphy.

Despite having such a young baby, the star says sleepless nights are a thing of the past.

'Not really. This is my third kid, so I'm used to it. It's still hard work but you kinda have to get on with it. Babies are babies ' they'll do whatever they want,' she said.

Mel wouldn't like a boy to add to her female brood.

'No, I love my girls. I've got all my girls and thank God they're healthy and happy. I'm good to go,' she said.

Mel enjoyed international fame in the Spice Girls. However, she doesn't want her girls to follow in her footsteps.

'Oh, I always say to my kids, 'Education is first,'' she revealed.

'I don't give advice. I mean, my thing is, life is hard and as long as you're a good, honest person, then just get on with it. And then whatever comes your way, just treat it with, like, open arms.'

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Madonna: I�m a romantic

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Madonna wonders what it would be like to be 'loved' profusely.

The 53-year-old superstar directed and co-wrote upcoming drama W.E. which chronicles British King Edward VIII's romance with American divorcee Wallis Simpson for whom he abdicated the throne in the 1930s.

Madonna is intrigued with the pair's deep love affair.

'When [Wally] says 'I wonder what it was like to have been loved that much?' I think I probably said that to myself,' Madonna told Radio Times.

'Men want power and they will kill to have it. If you look back in history, how many wars have been waged to win the throne? And here's a man who walked away from that for love. And so for a romantic like me, I would say: 'Wow, to be loved like that!' And Wally feels the same way - she wants to be loved like that.'

Madonna respects the power King Edward sacrificed to be with his love. The star identifies with his actions.

'What Edward gave up was huge, monumental, but I also don't think that he realised that when he abdicated he was never going to be allowed to come back into the country,' she explained.

'I've been asked many times if I would give up everything for love. And I think it's important to understand that with love, and in all relationships, you have to give up something.'

Madonna divorced from her first husband actor Sean Penn in 1989.

The star has 11-year-old son Rocco with her ex-husband director Guy Ritchie and 15-year-old daughter Lourdes from a previous relationship.

She is currently dating 24-year-old dancer Brahim Zaibat.

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AC/DC debut single sells for $1225 on eBay

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One AC/DC fan has paid $1225 a copy of 'Can I Sit Next To You Girl', the debut single from AC/DC.

'Can I Sit Next To You Girl' was only ever released in Australia and features lead vocals from original singer Dave Evans. The b-side was another original 'Rockin' In The Parlour'.

The two songs were the only AC/DC recordings featuring Evans who was replaced soon after by Bon Scott. The single debuted on May 8, 1975 and reached no. 19 on the Australian chart.

AC/DC re-recorded 'Can I Sit Next To You Girl' for their second album 'TNT'.

27 bids came in for this auction starting with a $2 bid on December 31, 2011. Today's successful bidder place his/her first bid on January 2 for $500, then jumped to $700, then $888.75, $1000, $1100, $1155 and finally $1225.

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Muddy Waters son releasing new album

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Larry "Mud" Morganfield was born in 1954, the oldest son of blues legend Muddy Waters, but it wasn't until 2008 that he actually followed his blues legacy with his debut album. Morganfield has now signed with Severn Records to release the followup, Son of the Seventh Son, on March 20.

Recorded in Chicago and produced by Bob Corritore, Son of the Seventh Son features Mud Morganfield's earthy, soulful vocals backed by a cadre of blues all-stars, including Kenny Smith on drums, Rick Kreher and Billy Flynn on guitar, Barrelhouse Chuck on keyboards, E.G. McDaniel on bass, and Harmonica Hines and Bob Corritore on harp.

'I just couldn't have done this without those cats, man,' Morganfield told writer Terry Mullins in an interview published in Blues Blast Magazine. 'They brought something to the studio that will forever live in my heart. It brought out the best in me. It's a great CD, some of the best work I've done so far. It's got one great song after another on it.'

Son of the Seventh Son includes seven Mud Morganfield originals, as well several other new tunes and a couple songs associated with his famous dad, such as You Can't Lose What You Ain't Never Had. Producer Bob Corritore calls his sound 'a contemporary version of traditional Chicago blues.'

'There's two songs of pop's on there and with anything I do, I'm gonna add pop,' Morganfield said in the interview. 'But the rest of the disc is made up of several songs that I wrote, along with a song that Bob Corritore wrote and one my good friend Studebaker John wrote. But it's all got that Muddy style to it, because that's who I am. Without me even trying, I come off like the son of Muddy Waters and I'm proud that it's like that.'

Chicago-based Mud Morganfield is the eldest son of the blues icon and bears a striking vocal and physical resemblance to his illustrious father. He has toured all over the world spreading the gospel of blues just like his daddy did and will support the release of Son of the Seventh Son with tour dates both in the U.S. and internationally, as well.

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Katherine Jenkins emotional on stage

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Katherine Jenkins broke down in tears during a stage performance little more than a week after splitting from her fiancé.

The Welsh classical singer and television presenter Gethin Jones mutually decided to end their four-year relationship at the end of December.

Katherine kicked off her tour in the UK over the weekend, and found herself overcome with emotion as she performed her first song of the night.

The heartbroken songstress was comforted by her orchestra's conductor Anthony Inglis, who handed the star a handkerchief following her emotional display.

"Glad I could come to the aid with a hanky. Needed one myself,' he tweeted on Sunday after the show.

Despite being emotional, Katherine received two standing ovations at the New Theatre in Oxford.

She looked stunning in a glamorous floor-length white gown, with her ring finger noticeably bare.

Katherine and Gethin confirmed the December break-up on their personal Twitter pages.The couple had been together for four years. Gethin proposed to the 31-year-old star last January.

Just a few weeks ago, Katherine had discussed starting a family with her beau.

'I'd like to have a family of my own - slip away for a bit and do nothing but spend those early years with my children,' she said in a recent interview.

'I'd like to think I can come back, but I believe children are a gift and I want to enjoy them some time in the next few years. Gethin does too.'

Both parties were obviously saddened by their split, with Katherine revealing she felt 'beyond broken hearted' after announcing the break-up.

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Justin Bieber: I won't sing about sex

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Justin Bieber has no plans to start singing about 'sex, drugs and swearing' anytime soon.

The clean-cut singer is happy with his image, even though he knows it might alter as he gets older. His interests are naturally changing now he is nearly 18 but he hopes to remain a good role model.

'People need to know I'm not a kid anymore, [but I don't feel] completely grown-up. I'm still learning,' he told V magazine.

'I'm not going to try to conform to what people want me to be or go out there and start partying, have people see me with alcohol. I want to do it at my own pace. I don't want to start singing about things like sex, drugs and swearing. I'm into love, and maybe I'll get more into making love when I'm older. But I want to be someone who is respected by everybody.'

Justin is currently dating Selena Gomez, who he's been with for around a year.

The star also discussed his future career plans. He's happy with the way things are going but knows there is room for improvement.

'I want to be successful and be great at what I do. But eventually, I want to become the best at what I do,' he enthused. 'I want to be better than anybody who's ever done it. And in order to do that, I need to strive to be the best, be good to people and treat people with respect, and work as hard as I can. Because for me, I work so hard and this consumes my life - it's not worth it if I'm not the best.'

Justin has spoken about how difficult being in the limelight is in the past. In the new interview he revealed he doesn't expect all music fans to like him, although he'd hope they would give him a chance.

'A lot of people say they hate Justin Bieber who haven't even listened to my music. They just hate the idea of me,' he said.

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Beyonce takes baby home

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Beyonce Knowles had a 'military like' get away from her New York hospital today.
The 30-year-old singer gave birth to baby Blue Ivy Carter on Saturday and has been recuperating at Lenox Hill Hospital over the past few days.
But it is reported that the Single Ladies singer left the facility around 1.30am Tuesday morning in a cavalcade of several blacked-out SUVs.
Beyonce was apparently accompanied by rapper husband Jay-Z and they made a speedy exit from the hospital's back loading dock.
An eyewitness told New York Daily News that the exit consisted of elaborate car choreography to ensure security and also to outwit waiting photographers.
'It was very precise, very military-like,' one witness said. 'Immediately, security personnel began leaving the hospital.'
First pictures of Blue Ivy are speculated to fetch over $1 million.
The music couple released a statement yesterday saying that they were in 'heaven' following the birth of their first child.
'She was delivered naturally at a healthy 7lbs and it was the best experience of both of our lives. We are thankful to everyone for all of your prayers, well wishes, loves and support,' the message read.
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Ed Sheeran announces summer forest date

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Ed Sheeran has announced a special gig in his home county of Suffolk next summer where he will perform amongst the trees at Thetford Forest as part of Forestry Commission Live Music.

Ed Sheeran has established himself as a prolific live performer with hundreds of gigs under his belt, building a legion of fans in the process. Following a succession of profile-raising EP's, his No 1 debut album '+' released last September has been a continuous fixture in the album charts and returned to the No 1 position at the beginning of 2012. It has generated infectious hit singles like 'The A Team', 'Lego House', and 'You Need Me, I Don't Need You'. Music industry accolades include 2011 Q Award for Breakthrough Artist and BBC Radio 1's Teen Awards best single for 'The A Team'.

Forestry Commission Live Music is an independent programme bringing music to new audiences without commercial branding or sponsorship. Income generated from ticket sales is spent on improving the local forests for both people and wildlife. Thetford Forest hosts up to six concerts each summer with full bar and catering services, ample onsite parking plus a dedicated taxi and private car drop off/pick-up zone.

Commenting on the forest date, Ed Sheeran said, 'I am delighted to confirm this gig as my only East Anglian show in 2012. It will be a forest first for me and I can't wait to get on stage amongst the trees and perform in such a unique place.'

Ed Sheeran plus guests will be performing

Thursday 12th July, Thetford Forest, Nr Brandon, Suffolk

Tickets £24 (subject to booking fee) go on sale at 9.00am Friday 13th January from the Forestry Commission box office tel 03000 680400 or buy online at www.forestry.gov.uk/music

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I Like Trains team up with Wild Beasts man on new album

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I Like Trains have announced that they are currently in the studio working on their as yet untitled third album with Mercury Prize nominated producer Richard Formby.

The band hope that Formby, best known for his recent work with Wild Beasts' on the albums "Smother" and "Tiny Dancers", can take them further forward as they look to push and evolve their sound already developed over the previous two albums.

The news follows the band's recent unveiling of the epic video for the track "Sea of Regrets" which has racked up over 37,000 views within a matters of weeks.

Further details on the new album are expected to emerge towards the end of the month.

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Charlie Watts wants Rolling Stones to hit the road again

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Further proof that drumming is great exercise...71-year-old Charlie Watts is ready and willing for another Rolling Stones tour.

Watts told BBC 6 that it's more about the logistics that the will as far as the members of the group go. "Ronnie plays, I still play, Mick sings, he can do it anyway, I think Keith is doing some records. Anyway it would be great if we did, we are just getting to an age where it's getting a bit difficult to get it together and it's such a bloody performance getting us together."

He also addressed why the band has been together for half of a century. "I think no one wants to quit because the other one will say you quit."

A tour would be their first in five years, since 2007's Bigger Bang trek which set the North American Record with receipts of $162 million.

For the record, Watts is the elder Stone at 71. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards are both 68 and Ronnie Wood is 64.

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Adele �planning Grammys performance�

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Grammy producers are reportedly hopeful that Adele will perform at the ceremony next month.

The British star has been nominated for six of the prestigious music awards, including album of the year for her smash hit record 21.

Adele has been keeping a low profile in recent months after undergoing emergency surgery for a haemorrhaged vocal cord in November. She was advised to take a break from singing and forced to cancel several tour dates.

However, it has now been reported that Adele could show off her stunning vocals by opening this year's Grammy Awards.

"Adele will be at the Grammys in Los Angeles on February 12," a source close to the singer told RadarOnline.com. "She's thrilled to be nominated, but it's been a hard time for her because of the surgery. She has begun talking more, with her doctor's permission. Adele's best friend in recent weeks has been warm compresses around her neck to help the healing process of her vocal chords.

'Producers of the Grammys would love to have Adele perform, and open the show, but she isn't able to give them an answer yet. She won't be able to give them an answer until the beginning of February, and they completely understand."

People usually take anywhere between one and three months to recover from the throat operation.

It was recently reported that Adele has been eating less junk food in a bid to boost her all-around health.

She is believed to have lost 25lbs to ensure she looks her best for the Grammy Awards and to 'sex up' her image.

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Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi diagnosed with cancer

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Tony Iommi, guitarist with Black Sabbath from 1969 to 2006 and once again from 2011 to today, has been diagnosed with early stage lymphoma.

The following was posted on both Black Sabbath and Iommi's official sites:

With the news that Black Sabbath´s Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, his bandmates would like everyone to send positive vibes to the guitarist at this time. Iommi is currently working with his doctors to establish the best treatment plan--the 'IRON MAN' of Rock & Roll remains upbeat and determined to make a full and successful recovery.

This comes as Black Sabbath--Ozzy Osbourne (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass) and Bill Ward (drums)--are writing and recording their first album in 33 years in Los Angeles (still set for release this fall) with producer Rick Rubin. They will now go to the UK to continue to work with Tony. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

The group is scheduled to start their world tour on May 18 in Moscow and to headline the Download Festival on June 8 to 10 in Donnington Park, England.

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Jennifer Lopez: Beyoncé will love being a mom

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Jennifer Lopez says that she knows Beyoncé Knowles will be a 'great mom.'

The 42-year-old performer added to the inundation of celebrity well wishers giving their congratulations to the Single Ladies singer and husband Jay-Z who welcomed their daughter Blue Ivy Carter to the world over the weekend.

Jennifer, who gave birth to twins Max and Emme nearly three years ago, told Entertainment Tonight that Beyoncé has a lot of wonderful things to look forward to.

'The best part of [Beyoncé's] life is about to begin,' Jennifer said with a smile. 'I wish her the best. I know she's going to love it and be a great mom.'

The American Idol judge also put paid to rumours that host of the talent show Ryan Seacrest was leaving the hit show.

'Is he going somewhere?' Jennifer asked which was followed up with a resolute answer from her fellow judge Randy Jackson.

'[Seacrest] ain't going nowhere,' Randy said adding that the show returns, with Seacrest as host, on January 18.

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Elvis Costello rolls into 12 more US cities

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Elvis Costello is bringing his Spectacular Spinning Songbook Tour back for another round starting in April.

The tour, which has been a critical success at the more than thirty stops it has already made, includes a giant carnival wheel filled with Costello hits and rarities. Audience members are invited on stage to spin the wheel, making the set list different every night.

The newly announced dates:
04/10 - Vancouver, BC - Orpheum Theatre
04/12 - Seattle, WA - Paramount Theatre
04/13 - Portland, OR - Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
04/15 - San Francisco, CA - Warfield Theatre
04/16 - San Diego, CA - Humphreys
04/17 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern
04/21 - Windsor, ON - Colosseum at Caesars Windsor
04/23 - Melbourne, FL - King Center
04/24 - Clearwater, FL - Ruth Eckerd Hall
04/25 - Hollywood, FL - Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
04/27 - Jacksonville, FL - Florida Theatre
04/29 - Durham, NC - Durham PAC

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Dropkick Murphys new single and dates

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Dropkick Murphys have announced Bouncing Souls, PLUS SPECIAL GUEST as support for their UK shows and to celebrate their tour they are releasing "Going Out In Style" as a single on February 6th.

Dropkick Murphys released their seventh full-length studio album, Going Out In Style earlier in 2011 on their own Born & Bred Records, through Cooking Vinyl.
Now there is to be a CD deluxe version of their album 'Going Out In Style Live At Fenway', released on March 12th following its digital release on Dec 4th.

The HYPERLINK "http://glnk.it/pn" \t "_blank" Live At Fenway Edition includes the full 'Going Out In Style' studio album, plus a bonus live album from earlier this fall.
The live songs were recorded on September 8th and 9th, when the band played two sold out shows at Boston's Fenway Park. "Going Out In Style'Live at Fenway Edition" captures the energy of the band playing on the hallowed ground of Fenway Park, to their home-town fans. It's now available for everyone to enjoy.

'Going Out In Style' was produced by Ted Hutt and features the group's signature blend of punk rock energy, folk soul, Irish spirit and American rock 'n roll on tracks like 'Memorial Day' 'Going Out In Style,' 'The Hardest Mile,' 'Cruel,' 'Climbing A Chair To Bed,' and a rousing rendition of 'Peg O' My Heart' with guest vocals by Bruce Springsteen.
Dropkick Murphys are not your typical punk band, they're Boston's biggest rock band, a band that plays Irish music with punk roots. A band with enormous families and armies of friends. DKM's music is so erce and furious, their stage presence so explosive, and their commitment to their fans so ironclad, one can't help but be moved.

Now in their 15th year with a Scorsese soundtrack hit, a US top 20 album, a lifetime membership to every Boston sports team and a sound owing as much to Springsteen and The Pogues as to the Clash, DM have come a long way from the days of Boston's Rathskeller.

Dropkick Murphys--Al Barr (lead vocals), Tim Brennan (guitars, accordion, whistle, vocals), Ken Casey (lead vocals, bass guitar), Jeff DaRosa (banjo, bouzouki, mandolin, harmonica, vocals), Matt Kelly (drums, vocals), James Lynch (guitar, vocals), and Scruffy Wallace (bagpipes)- come to the UK and Ireland in February
for four shows

Dropkick Murphys' February tour dates in UK and Ireland with the Bouncing Souls supporting are:

Wed 8th Liverpool O2 Academy
Thurs 9th Dublin Vicar Street.
Fri 10th London Roundhosue
Sat 11th Glasgow Barowland 1&2

Tickets all £17.00 except London £19.50 and are available from usual outlets

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Gotye Cover inspires Russell Crowe

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Russell Crowe has pitched his songbook to Canadian band Walk Off The Earth after they create a viral hit with their Gotye and Kimbra cover.

Walk Off The Earth featuring Sarah Blackwood produced and uploaded their version of the Gotye featuring Kimbra song 'Somebody That I Used To Know' and within days had more than 3 million views on YouTube.

Over the weekend Russell Crowe tweeted, 'Check out Walk Off The Earth's cover of Somebody That I Used To Know. Brilliant'.

He then pitched his own songs to the Canadian band. '@WalkOffTheEarth. A revelation. What a collection of voices. Do you write your own songs? Crowe/Doyle Songbook vol iii on i-tunes,' he added.

Gotye and Kimbra both approve of the Walk Off The Earth version. 'I know who to ask for help with acoustic versions of Somebody: Walk Off The Earth. Hilarious and brilliant,' tweeted Gotye on Saturday.

Yesterday Kimbra also commented via Facebook, 'Yes, I agree with you all, this is truly amazing. THAT's team work'.

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Jennifer Lopez: I�d return to comedy

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Jennifer Lopez says it would be 'awesome' to return to the show that launched her career.

The star started out as a dancer on In Living Color, a US comedy sketch television series created by Keenen Ivory Wayans.

The programme is set to return to the small screen this spring and Jennifer would be open to helping re-launch the show.

'Oh my God, I didn't even know! That's awesome,' she told Access Hollywood on Sunday.

'I haven't heard from [Keenen], but if he called me and wanted me to do something, that would be awesome.'

Jennifer went on to reveal she will always be grateful to Keenen.

He offered her a great deal of support and advice when she was younger.

'I owe Keenan a lot,' she explained. 'From the beginning of my career, he always believed in me, he always was constantly putting in my brain, 'You're gonna be a star, you're gonna be a star, do you know that?' And he was a mentor to me so I wish him the best with that.'

Keenen will host the two new special half-hour episodes.

They will feature young talent, musical performances and special guests.

In Living Color originally aired in the US between 1990 and 1994 and starred previously unknown comedians such as Jim Carrey and Jamie Foxx.

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Randy Jackson: American Idol is the best

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Randy Jackson believes that American Idol is superior to other TV talent shows of its kind, including The X Factor and The Voice.

The American Idol judge was speaking at the show's panel during the Television Critics Association Winter Session in Pasadena on Sunday.

Randy insisted that other singing competitions that are aired ' including The X Factor featuring Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul ' pale in comparison to Idol.

'Simon and Paula are dear friends of ours. I think that Idol is still the best TV of its kind anywhere, and we invented this whole game and everyone's kind of copying it,' Randy explained, as shows like The X Factor and The Voice were brought up throughout the conversation. 'We wish him well.'

Season 11 of the hit series premieres in the US later this month, and will also see the return of judges Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez.

Jennifer, who is famed for her emotionally charged reactions to contestants, insists her approach will not be any different in the new season.

'It hasn't changed, we're still the same people. I'm still an emotional person. We're a little bit more comfortable, we're still having fun,' she said.

'We have amazing talent so that always makes it more exciting.'

Jennifer will be juggling her judging duties with family life. The stunning star has toddler twins Max and Emme to care for, which she says will always be her priority.

'They are so little and cute. It's a juggling act, just like any, you know, single mom, it's just balancing everything out and making sure they're OK. They come first. They feel loved happy and. they are, the most important thing in my life,' she said.

Steven says starring on Idol has boosted his celebrity status ' despite being a rock legend. The Aerosmith star is recognised more ' especially by a younger audience, who now appreciate his music.

'[Last season] it wasn't really accepted up front [with the rock community], mostly from my own bandmates because they didn't know what was going on with the Aerosmith thing at the end. But it's brought younger kids to our music anyway,' he explained.

'It's like, 'Really?. I can't go anywhere anymore,' he said.

American Idol Season 11 premieres on January 18 on FOX.

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Pulp get cryptic on festival return

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After Pulp's hugely successful tour during 2011, many fans wondered if it would be the last time, but with the Coachella announcement it looks like the band is gearing up for a busy 2012.

A quick stop at their official website and you'll be greeted with a cryptic message:

'You think you get off that lightly? You think this is over? There are so many questions left unanswered: Can this feeling travel across the Atlantic? Can we make the desert bloom? Can we conquer our phobias? And ' most fundamentally: Why me? Why you? Why here? Why now? 2012: The year we get some answers?'

The message ends with '13 & 20 April 2012, Coachella, Indio, CA, USA'. The word 'Coachella' (presumably mistakenly) linked to the Spanish festival Primavera Sound's site.

On Twitter, the band said 'Do you think this is over?' It was their first post since September.

'See you again, in about fifteen years probably,' front man Jarvis Cocker jested to crowds around the world left hungry for more during their shows last year.

I'd like to add one more question to the fundamental list of questions offered above: Where else will Pulp be playing in 2012 and what do I have to sell to be in the audience for one of those shows?'

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Black Keys, Radiohead, Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg to headline Coachella

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This year's Coachella hosts big names, and some massive reunions in the form of At The Drive-In and Refused.

The Californian mega-festival Coachella has announced their line-up, looking suspiciously like the leaked poster that was unveiled before Christmas.

Day One will be headlined by The Black Keys, with Swedish House Mafia, Pulp, Arctic Monkeys, Mazzy Star, Afrojack, Explosions In The Sky and more.

The big news for the first day is that iconic and massively influential Swedish hardcore innovators Refused will reform for the show.

Day Two features Radiohead, Bon Iver, The Shins, David Guetta, Noel Gallaghers' High Flying Birds, Kaskade, Miike Snow and more.

And the final day features Dr Dre and Snoop Dogg, Justice, Florence And The Machine, AVICII, La Roux, Beirut and the reunion show for equally influential post-hardcore act At The Drive-In.

The festival runs over two weekend this year, April 13-15 and April 20-22.

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The All-American Rejects tracklisting and new single

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The All-American Rejects have now released the full track listing to their upcoming 4th studio album, Kids In The Street, which will be released March 27, 2012.

The album features the first track, "Someday's Gone," as well as the first single, "Beekeeper's Daughter." The single will be available for fans to download starting on January 31st.

The single will also be featured on a new episode of 90210, airing on The CW at 8/7c PST on the same of the download.

Kids In The Street Track listing:

1) Someday's Gone
2) Beekeeper's Daughter
3) Fast and Slow
4) Heartbeat slowing Down
5) Walk Over Me
6) Out the Door
7) Kids in the Street
8) Bleed Into Your Mind
9) Gonzo
10) Affection
11) I For You

The band is also now accepting entries from their fans of their own Kids In The Street inspired stores. Fans can go to, Burnbothends.tumblr.com to submit their favorite moments in life with paintings, photos, videos, interpretive dances, and more. Winners will win a very special entry to a Kids In The Street event with The All-American Rejects. Fans can go to the site and submit their entries now!

The band is preparing to embark on "Shaking Off The Rust Tour" which kicks off January 18th starting in San Luis Obispo, CA. For more information on the tour and The All-American Rejects, be sure to check out their official site, www.allamericanrejects.com, as well as their Facebook and Twitter pages.

"Shaking Off The Rust Tour" dates:

1/18 San Luis Obispo - SLO
1/19 Reno, NV - The Alley
1/21 Portland, OR - Hawthorne Theatre
1/23 Spokane, WA- The A Club
1/24 Boise, ID - The Venue
1/25 Park City, UT - Sundance event
1/27 Aspen, CO- Belly Up
1/28 Colorado Springs, CO - The Black Sheep
1/30 Lincoln, NE - The Bourbon Theater
2/2 Indianapolis, IN - VHI Pepsi Superbowl Fan Jam
2/4 Ft. Wayne, IN- Pieres
2/6 Nashville, TN - The Exit/In
2/7 Columbia, MO - The Blue Note
2/8 Wichita, KS - The Scene-ary
2/10 Phoenix, AZ- Devilpalooza @ ASU Campus

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Demi Lovato love split rumours

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Demi Lovato has hinted that she has split from her boyfriend.

The 19-year-old was rumoured to have reconciled with ex-boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama after they were seen kissing in public late last year.

But now the Skyscraper singer appears to have had a change of heart regarding the opposite sex, detailed in a series of posts on Twitter about relationships.

'The smartest thing a woman can ever learn, is to never need a man,' she wrote on the social networking site.

She had earlier posted a quote by Marilyn Monroe.

'A wise girl kisses but doesn't love, listens but doesn't believe, and leaves before she is left,' Demi wrote.

The starlet and the 31-year-old actor were reportedly out together over the weekend.

But the former Disney star has recently been tweeting about 'loyalty' and thanking her 'friends who stand by my side' leading to suggestion that the pair may have split.

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KISS & Motley Crue to join forces?

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It's only a rumor at this time but, according to the site bravewords.com, a source has reported that KISS and Motley Crue will tour together in the autumn.

If the report is true, it would most likely be a KISS headlining tour in support of their album Monster with Motley Crue in a support role.

KISS should have the recording of the Monster album in the can according to members of the group although no timeframe has been set for the release.

On the other hand, Motley Crue may be in a bit of an upheaval. They are playing a short residency in Las Vegas in February; however, lead Vince Neil has said that he might be leaving the group. "This is all about me thinking about the second half of my life, thinking about my future, and that future might not include Motley Crue after Vegas."

We will pass along any further developments on this rumor when they become available.

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David Bowie's best song named in poll

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The U.K.'s Digital Spy conducted a special poll in honor of David Bowie's 65th birthday to select his best songs and the surprising winner was the track Life on Mars? from his 1971 album Hunky Dory. It received 21.4% of all the votes.

Second was the less surprising Heroes with 12.5% and Ashes to Ashes with 7.3%.

The top ten:

Life on Mars? (21.4%)
Heroes (12.5%)
Ashes to Ashes (7.3%)
Let's Dance (6.1%)
Starman (5.9%)
Space Oddity (4.6%)
Changes (3.3%)
Ziggy Stardust (3.3%)
The Man Who Sold the World (3.2%)
Magic Dance (2.5%)

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Beyonce 'spends �1m on baby'

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Beyonce Knowles and husband Jay-Z have already splashed out a £1 million on their newborn daughter Blue Ivy, it is reported.
The couple welcomed their first child into the world on Saturday but the little girl will grow up in a lap of luxury and her parents have already ensured that she is surrounded by the best of everything.
Britain's Star magazine claims that the superstar couple have stocked their three homes with all that their child could want including a rocking horse that set them back £400,000.
'They're really pulling out all the stops ' the two of them have been spending like there's no tomorrow!' an insider told the publication.
'Together they've bought a Swarovski-studded high chair by Carla Monchen for £10,000, and a Fantasy 'posh tots' coach carriage crib for £30,000.
'Jay-Z bought Beyoncé a solid gold handmade Ginza Tanaka rocking horse for £400,000. They've even splashed out on a £20,000 magical windmill playhouse for the garden and a mini Bugatti car too.'
The couple have also spent a massive £240,000 to ensure that the nurseries in each of their three homes are identical so the baby will feel at home when they travel around America.
The happy couple released an official statement yesterday confirming the new addition to their family and dispelled reports that the little girl was born via C-section.
'Hello Hello Baby Blue!' the message from musical duo began.
'We are happy to announce the arrival of our beautiful daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, born on Saturday, January 7, 2012. Her birth was emotional and extremely peaceful, we are in heaven.
'She was delivered naturally at a healthy 7lbs and it was the best experience of both of our lives. We are thankful to everyone for all of your prayers, well wishes, loves and support.'
Jay-Z released a track yesterday that he recorded soon after Blue Ivy was born called Glory which is a touching tribute about the couple's joy at becoming parents but also mentioned that Beyoncé had suffered a miscarriage in the past.
Meanwhile, a representative for the Lenox Hill Hospital in New York where Beyoncé gave birth has dispelled reports that the couple paid a sizeable sum to close off a whole floor to ensure privacy and security.
'The suggestion that the couple paid $1.3 million to rent an entire maternity floor is simply not true,' the spokesperson said.
'The family is housed in an executive suite at the hospital and is being billed the standard rate for those accommodations.
'The family does have its own security detail on site. However, the hospital has been and continues to be in control of managing all security at the facility.
'We have made every effort to ensure minimal disruption to other families experiencing the birth of their own children over the past three days.'
The hospital rep also added that they had received no complaints from any other parents at the hospital.
There had been reports that a father was stopped from entering the intensive care unit to see his premature twins by the stars' security and that mothers at the hospital were considering filing a lawsuit because of the alleged disruption.
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Bob Dylan branded 'A cheeky bastard' by Melbourne singer/songwriter

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Melbourne singer/songwriter Henry Wagons has called Bob Dylan 'a cheeky bastard'.

Wagons was quoted today in americansongwriter.com in an article featuring artists quoting their thoughts about music legend bob Dylan.

Henry recalled Bob's recent visit to play at Bluesfest in Byron Bay. It was the first time Henry had ever seen Bob. 'I saw him play for the first time just recently at a big festival in Byron Bay, Australia called Bluesfest,' he said. 'It coincided with me buying my first ever chili-infused coffee from a Moroccan food tent at the festival. They were the perfect match. Both Bob and the coffee were kinda spicy and bitter, but in the best possible way. He turned off all the screens so no one could see him and he played all of his songs quite differently to what many were expecting. I thought it was a proud and bold artistic statement and I loved every minute. He's a cheeky bastard'.

The article also features quotes from Pegi Young, Ben Kweller and Dave Stewart.

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MTV Brand New for 2012 announce final nominee

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MTV Brand New for 2012 announce the final 2012 nominee.

For the first time ever it is an unsigned artist. Norwich-born urban artist Context will go head to head with the other nine shortlisted artists; Lana Del Rey, Michael Kiwanuka, Angel, Clement Marfo and the Frontline, Conor Maynard, Delilah, King Charles, Lianne La Havas and Charli XCX for the overall title, announced on 1st February.

Voting opens today at 4pm from www.mtv.co.uk/brandnew

Over 2,500 unsigned artists entered the MTV Brand New for 2012 unsigned competition.

Context said: 'Everything I've achieved up until now has been just me, in my bedroom, making the kind of music I wanted. To start off 2012 by winning this, is incredible. I've been so humbled by the overwhelming support of everyone voting for me, and to the guys at MTV. I'm so thankful.'

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Dolly Parton anxious to meet Latifah

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Dolly Parton felt like she was going on a date before meeting Queen Latifah because she was so nervous.

The country music legend stars alongside Latifah in the new movie Joyful Noise. Parton plays larger-than-life G.G. Sparrow who butts heads with Latifah's character over how to win a national choir competition.

Although they play enemies in the film, the pair got along famously in real life.

'We talked on the phone about two or three times before we actually met,' Parton told New York Daily News. 'Then, when we finally met, all day long I was putting on different outfits and combing my hair out. I couldn't wait to see her!

'I was so nervous, it was almost like we were going on a date or something.'

Latifah is equally as gushing about working with the 65-year-old star.

'I still sometimes have to stop and pinch myself and say, 'Oh my gosh, that's Dolly Parton!'' she revealed.

Parton and Latifah have both enjoyed music careers as well as appearing in movies.

Latifah still loves rapping and felt inspired to appear in Joyful Noise because of her passion for music.

'When I'm acting, I can just throw on a record, put a song on my iPod and it takes me [to where the character should be],' Latifah explained. 'I don't have to go into, 'Who died in my family,' or 'Will I ever have children?' I can just go with the chords alone and I'm there.'

Although Parton likes testing out her acting skills, her priority will always be making records and performing live. She would rather concentrate on music because films take so long to make.

'I prefer my music,' she smiled. 'I'm more of a one-nighter person than a squat-down-for-three-months kind of gal. But [making a film], you have to kind of brace yourself for that.'

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Ted Nugent offers branded bullets

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The Motor City Madman Ted Nugent will soon have his own branded bullets.

Nugent, who had a starring role in The Simpsons across America this week, is an avid hunter and outspoken gun lobbyist.

In the first quarter of this year ammunitions company Pierce Munitions will start producing the Nugent branded ammo.

The hunting ammunition will come in a variety of calibers and can be used in hand-guns, a 44 magnum and various rifles.

'My life, family and friends are one big shooting, hunting, outdoor family. I am excited and proud to now help create state-of-the-art ammo for dedicated sporters everywhere,' Ted said in a statement on Blabbermouth.net.

'Ted Nugent is putting his name on our product and insists on perfection in every shot said Chief Marketing Officer, Andrew Wright. 'That is our sole focus right from the beginning. We use only the finest components available. Each round is hand inspected and hand packaged.'

The Ted Nugent branded bullets will be available mid-year.

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Bryan Ferry gets married

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Bryan Ferry has tied the knot with girlfriend Amanda Sheppard.
The 66-year-old Roxy Music star said 'I do' to the PR executive who at 29, is 37 years his junior.
The pair got married at the Amanyara luxury beach resort on the Turks and Caicos Islands last week, the Daily Mail is reporting.
Bryan's new bride is his second wife following his 21-year marriage to Lucy Helmore with whom he has four children.
The rocker also famously dated American model Jerry Hall for two years before she ended the relationship to be with Rolling Stone frontman Mick Jagger.
Bryan recently spoke about how lucky he felt for being with a much younger woman.
'The interesting thing is. you never really meet people your own age who aren't married,' he told Live magazine.
'I'm very fortunate that I work in music, where you're in touch with different age groups, either the audience or people you work with. It does help. Obviously I'm not ageist.'
The couple started dating in 2009 and a few months later Amanda quit her public relations job and moved into the singer's home.
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Flo Rida - Good Feeling [Official Video]

"Good Feeling" is a song by American rapper Flo Rida from his fourth studio album, Only One Rida (Part 2). It was released as the album's lead single on August 29, 2011 in the United States. The song was written by Flo Rida, Dr. Luke, Cirkut, Breyan Isaac, Arash Pournouri, Tim Bergling and contains a vocal sample of "Something's Got a Hold On Me" (1962) by Etta James, as written by James, Leroy Kirkland and Pearl Woods. Tim Bergling's, more popularly known as Avicii, "Levels", is featured as the primary background sample under Flo Rida's rapping. It served as the official theme song of the WWE Survivor Series 2011 and was used in a 2011 Express Holiday Collection commercial. The song has peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 after being number 8, becoming his sixth top ten and fourth top five single on the chart. The song became a top ten hit in fifteen countries.


A lyric video was uploaded to Flo Rida's YouTube channel on August 29, 2011. He shot the video on September 27, 2011.[4] The video then later officially released to YouTube on 21st October 2011.[5]

The music video for "Good Feeling" follows Flo Rida on a tour around Europe. A lot of his exercise regime can be seen in detail. American rap artist Snoop Dogg can be seen in this video shaking hands with Flo Rida.

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Coldplay - Paradise

Paradise" is a song by British alternative rock band Coldplay. The song was released on 12 September 2011 as the second single from their fifth studio album, Mylo Xyloto. The song received its radio debut at 7:50am on The Chris Moyles Show (BBC Radio 1) on 12 September 2011. According to Coldplay's official website, the single was not initially chart eligible in the United Kingdom, because it was available on iTunes as an "instant grat" (immediate download) when pre-ordering the album.[5] Following the release of the album on 30 October 2011, the song became chart eligible in the UK and entered the UK Singles Chart at number 14. To date it has peaked at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart. It has been met with positive reception from critics. On November 30, the song was nominated for a Grammy Award in the category, Best Pop/Duo Group Performance. The winner will be announced on February 12, 2012 at the 54th Grammy Awards.

Following release on 12 September 2011, "Paradise" was revealed chart ineligible in the United Kingdom, having been offered as an "instant grat" (immediate download) for anyone who pre-ordered the album, Mylo Xyloto. The release of the album on 24 October 2011 saw "Paradise" debut at number fourteen on the UK Singles Chart with sales of 27,277 copies; having sold 118,547 copies in the six weeks of chart ineligibility.

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Bruno Mars - It Will Rain [Official Music Video]

"It Will Rain" is a song by American pop artist Bruno Mars. The song was released on iTunes for purchase on September 27, 2011. An accompanying music video was planned to premiere on October 26, 2011 on MTV. However, on October 24, 2011 Mars announced via Twitter that the music video has been delayed until a couple of weeks. It eventually premiered on November 10, 2011.


Bruno Mars officially announced "It Will Rain" to be a new single on September 22, 2011 on his official website. The track was also revealed to be on the official

The music video for "It Will Rain" premiered on the 10th of November on MTV. Bruno falls for a girl in the clip and it shows the pair in different scenarios which include love and anger. It also features footage from the next installment, Breaking Dawn in the Twilight film series. The video for the song was the first uploaded on YouTube by Atlantic/Elektra to be in full HD (1080p).

Rolling Stone gave the song three stars out of five, saying that "sounds a little bit like "Wild Horses," and a lot like Mars' next radio juggernaut."

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Adele - Someone Like You

30 November 2011, "Someone Like You" received one Grammy Award nomination, in pop category, for "Best Pop Vocal Performance Solo"


"Someone Like You" was written and produced by Adele and American songwriter and producer Dan Wilson. It was one of the last written for 21. The track, which epitomizes the lyrical content of 21, summarizes the now defunct relationship that the record is all about. Adele has openly discussed the genesis of it saying, "Well, I wrote that song because I was exhausted from being such a bitch, with 'Rolling in the Deep' or 'Rumour Has It' ... I was really emotionally drained from the way I was portraying him, because even though I'm very bitter and regret some parts of it, he's still the most important person that's ever been in my life, and 'Someone Like You,' I had to write it to feel OK with myself and OK with the two years I spent with him. And when I did it, I felt so freed."

Adele had said that it was written on her acoustic guitar, quickly, in the wake of the break-up of her 18 month relationship with the 30-year old man she thought she would marry. A few months after their split, he had gotten engaged to someone else. "We were so intense I thought we would get married. But that was something he never wanted ...So when I found out he does want that with someone else, it was just the horrible-est feeling ever. But after I wrote it, I felt more at peace. It set me free ... I didn't think it would resonate ... with the world! I'm never gonna write a song like that again. I think that's the song I'll be known for. She also said that "I wrote that song on the end of my bed. I had a cold. I was waiting for my bath to run. I'd found out that he'd got engaged to someone else."

Adele revealed that she was struggling emotionally when she composed it: "When I was writing it I was feeling pretty miserable and pretty lonely, which I guess kind of contradicts 'Rolling in the Deep'. Whereas that was about me saying, 'I'm going to be fine without you', this is me on my knees really." She discussed further the inspiration of the song: "I can imagine being about 40 and looking for him again, only to turn up and find that he's settled with a beautiful wife and beautiful kids and he's completely happy... and I'm still on my own. The song's about that and I'm scared at the thought of that."

 
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ADELE - Set Fire To The Rain (Thomas Gold Remix)

"Set Fire to the Rain" is the fifth track on Adele's second album 21. It was written with producer Fraser T. Smith with whom she has worked on various tracks. It is written in the key of D Minor and Adele's voice expands from Bb3-D5. The song describes the contradictory elements of a relationship, and the impossibility of letting go which is displayed in the lyrics "You and me together, nothing gets better/But there’s a side to you that I never knew, never knew/All the things you'd say, they were never true, never true/And the games you play, you would always win." One of the most pop-influenced of the album, the song is characterized by John Murphy of MusicOMH as a "power ballad". In contrast to the understated production of most songs on the album, the song features lush instrumentation and a swelling string arrangement over a mid-tempo rhythm, creating a wall of sound for the singer's mourning vocals. Dave Simpson of The Guardian concluded that the song was inspired "when mah lightah stopped workin'" in the wet.

"Set Fire to the Rain" has charted at many charts enjoying moderate success especially in Europe, where the song has charted within the top 10 of Austria, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Norway and Switzerland and topping the charts in Belgium, Poland and the Netherlands. The song debuted at number 79 on the UK Singles Chartand it moved to number 44 the next week selling 6,286 copies. It later peaked at number 11 on the chart on the week ending 16 July 2011 and it stayed on the same position for two weeks selling another 24,978 copies. A Moto Blanco remix of the song received some airplay in Spain.

FX used "Set Fire to the Rain" to promote the final season of Rescue Me along with the show's series finale. The song was also featured in promotionals to the new TV series Ringer and Revenge which caused an airplay in the United States without being serviced to radio stations. Before being released as a single, the song has charted on the Billboard Hot 100 for 6 weeks and re-entered 3 times, peaking at number 72 on 13 September. As of November 2011, it has sold over 683,000 downloads in the United States according to Nielsen SoundScan. When the song was released in the United States, it re-entered the chart at number 89. So far, the song has peaked at number 21.

 
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