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Opening Acts Announced for U2’s 360 Tour
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Alternative, Pop, Rock,
Florence + the Machine, a performer at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, will be one of the acts joining U2 on their 360 Tour.
Interpol, Lenny Kravitz and The Fray will also open up for the group when the North American leg (finally!) begins next summer.
You can see the list and dates after the jump.
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Mix Tape: Stone Temple Pilots Postpone Dates, Wyclef Jean Drops From Race
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Gossip, Hip-Hop & Rap, Rock,
-Twelve dates on Stone Temple Pilot’s reunion tour have been postponed. It’s not known whether Scott Weiland’s strange behavior at recent Houston show has anything to do with the rescheduling.
-Wyclef Jean has officially taken his name out of the race for the presidency of Haiti. “This was not an easy conclusion to reach; but it is one that was thoughtfully made,” he stated.
-Singer Bret Michaels is scheduled to go back into surgery early next year. That is when he’ll have an “operable and treatable” hole his heart—something unrelated to his recent medical issues—repaired.
-Borat actor Sacha Baron Cohen has been tapped to play Freddie Mercury in an upcoming biopic about the band Queen. Filming should begin next year. Surviving band members—Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon—all support the project.
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VIDEO: Rihanna Talks VMAs, New Album and Acting Debut
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Performances, Upcoming Releases, Hip-Hop & Rap, Pop, R&B / Soul,
Although Eminem will be performing “Love the Way You Lie” at the Video Music Awards tomorrow, his musical partner won’t be there during the opening number.
Rihanna, who is currently filming Battleship in Hawaii, will be too busy to make the annual event. But from the sounds of it, she doesn’t really care.
“I definitely wish I could be there for Eminem. He’s performing the song we did together. It would have been nice to do it, but he understands. Obviously right now I’m doing something that is a priority to me,” she said about her acting debut. “The VMAs will be there next year. I’ll have a lot more music out by then.”
Speaking of new music, Rihanna promises her upcoming CD will take us “through a really interesting ride.” “The name of the album reflects the attitude,” Rihanna added. “It really grabs your attention.”
Loud hits stores on November 16.
Read More | Entertainment Tonight
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What Do Snoop Dogg and David Beckham Have in Common?
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Artist News, Collaborations, Rumors, Hip-Hop & Rap,
You take two huge stars like Snoop Dogg and David Beckham, and you may have some trouble finding the similarities. One’s American, one’s English. One’s a rapper, the other’s an athlete. But both are married men - and both happen to have two sons.
Industry gossip says that the Doggfather and David Beckham may work together, through their four male children, on a new song. The number is part of an album Snoop is putting together featuring a multitude of celebs. The kids could be in the recording studio as early as December.
Read More | Perez Hilton
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LFO Singer Loses Battle with Leukemia
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Hip-Hop & Rap, Pop,
Rich Cronin, lead singer for the musical group LFO, passed away this week after a long health battle. He was 36 years old.
Rich, who penned the trio’s breakout hit “Summer Girls,” was diagnosed with leukemia in 2005. Despite a number of setbacks—including chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant, a stroke and a return of the disease—Cronin was able to perform again with his former band members last summer.
“He was so happy,” Brad Fischetti told EW about Rich’s return to the stage. Although the group had hoped to hit the road again later this year, Cronin found himself back in the hospital.
“We really became soulmates,” Brad recalled about their last tour together. “Devin [Lima] and I both realized how much we loved him, despite the differences we had in the past. In New York City at the Highline Ballroom, he thanked the crowd at the end of the show. I’ll always have that voice in my mind, because it was such a sincere thank you. Really, that’s the memory that’s sticking out in my brain.”
Read More | CNN
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Matthew Morrison Album Release Scheduled
Posted by K.C. Morgan Categories: Artist News, Release Dates, Pop, New Releases,
Matthew Morrison, better known to Glee fans as Mr. Schue, will have his own solo album on the shelves this winter.
Mercury has given the CD a February 2011 release date, despite the fact that Morrison isn’t totally finished with it.
“I’m about three-quarters of the way done with the album,” he recently told reporters. “It’s full-time Glee right now. I’m trying to do it on the weekends.”
For now, fans will have to enjoy Matthew’s singing on his hit show. The FOX series will return for Season 2 on September 21.
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Mix Tape: More Money for Eminem, More Football for Faith Hill
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Performances, Rumors, Country, Hip-Hop & Rap, Rock,
-Eminem’s publishing company is owed money by Universal Music Group, according to the U.S. Court of Appeals. It was ruled that UMG needs to pay royalties for iTunes purchases and ringtone sales.
-Musical performers will help kick off the official start of football season. On September 9, Taylor Swift and the Dave Matthews Band will perform in New Orleans prior to the Minnesota Vikings/New Orleans Saints game. The pregame show will air on NBC and the NFL Network.
-Speaking of football, a familiar voice will sing us into the Sunday evening battles. Country star Faith Hill has been chosen to once again perform the “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night” theme song. Faith has had that gig since 2007.
-The boys of New Jersey may soon take over Las Vegas. Bon Jovi is reportedly “excited” by a multimillion-dollar offer to take up residency at one of the area hotels.
Gallery: Mix Tape: More Money for Eminem, More Football for Faith Hill
Snoop Dogg is a pioneer in video gaming, too.
The D-O-double G will become the first rap artist to be featured in Rock Band when 8 new tracks debut at the online store.
Famous hits from Snoop such as “Drop It Like It’s Hot,” “Who Am I (What’s My Name)?” and “Sensual Seduction” will be among the available titles.
Read More | Yahoo! News
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Quote of the Day: Jay Kay on Jamiroquai’s Absence
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Music Videos, Upcoming Releases,
“I was knackered. The whole thing became a little sterile. But everything has clicked now.”
-Lead singer Jay Kay explaining Jamiroquai’s departure from the music scene. (The group will be releasing its first album in five years this November.)
(Make sure to check out our other notable quotes.)
Read More | The Sun
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CMAs Hit Repeat: Underwood, Paisley to Host Again
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Awards, Country,
MTV may have decided against using Russell Brand as a three-time host, but the Country Music Association has no problem with three-peats.
On November 10, country music lovers will see llinCarrie Underwood and Brad Paisley center stage at the CMAs once again. The two have been a hosting team at the annual event for the past two years.
“Carrie and Brad have done a tremendous job hosting, and we are very happy to have them back again this year,” Steve Moore, CMA’s Chief Executive Officer, explained about the decision. “They have developed a natural rhythm and have a great rapport with the audience - both in the house and with our fans watching at home. They each have a great sense of humor and timing, which are two essential ingredients for hosting a live awards broadcast.”
The 44th Annual CMA Awards will air live from 8:00-11:00 p.m. ET on ABC.
Read More | Futon Critic
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