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Michael Franti Hosting San Francisco Festival in September
Michael Franti will lend star power to a music festival in San Francisco this September. He will host the 12th Annual Power to the Peaceful Festival at Golden Gate Park on September 11th.
Kris Allen Deals with Nasty Weather During Video Shoot
Kris Allen had to fight the elements when he shot the video for his new single, “The Truth.” He says it rained heavily while they were shooting the video in a California desert, transforming the ground into mushy dirt.
Ne-Yo "Sitting" on Songs He Wrote for Michael Jackson
Ne-Yo isn’t sure what will become of all those songs he wrote for Michael Jackson before the King of Pop died last year.
Justin Timberlake's Clothing Line Coming to Target for Limited Run
Justin Timberlake's clothing line, William Rast, will expand into Target late this year. According to Women’s Wear Daily, Target and its website will carry exclusive William Rast men’s and women’s collections.
Jay Sean Announces Title for New Album
Jay Sean has settled on a title for his second U.S. album: Freeze Time. The CD will hit stores on November 2nd.
Ellen DeGeneres Quits American Idol; Kara DioGuardi Reportedly Fired
The future of American Idol's judges panel just got a lot more cloudy. Ellen DeGeneres announced Thursday night that she is leaving the hit show after just one season on the panel.
Eminem & Rihanna's “Love The Way You Lie” Is Number One Again on Billboard Hot 100
People just love the way the Eminem-Rihanna hit “Love The Way You Lie” sounds on the radio. The song is number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart for the second week in a row.
Director of Kanye's "Power" Music Video Says It's "Apocalyptic"
Kanye West's upcoming music video for his single “Power” is, well, powerful, according to its director. Marco Brambilla describes the video to The New York Times as being “kind of apocalyptic, in a very personal way.”
President Obama Tells The View He Does Not Have Justin Bieber Music on His iPod
President Barack Obama prefers Jay-Z over Justin Bieber. In an appearance on ABC’s The View that aired on Thursday, he was asked about the kind of music he has on his iPod.
Maroon 5 Kick Off Summer Tour on Friday
Maroon 5's new album Hands All Over won't be out until the end of September, but that isn't stopping them from kicking off a major tour.
Macy's to Hold "Madonna-esque" Events to Celebrate Launch of "Material Girl" Clothing Line
Macy’s has all sorts of events planned for the launch of the junior clothing line that Madonna and her daughter, Lourdes, are launching next week.
Travie McCoy, Kid Cudi Added to L.A. Music Fest
Travie McCoy and Kid Cudi have been added to the lineup for the Sunset Strip Music Festival, a three-day event being held in the Los Angeles area in late August.
Popular "Empire State of Mind" Spoof Targets Welsh Town
There are a lot of music parodies on YouTube, but a spoof of “Empire State of Mind” that describes a town in Wales has become a sensation in the last week.
Producer Says He'll Work on Unreleased Michael Jackson Music
We already know that unreleased Michael Jackson music will eventually see the light of day, under an agreement his estate reached with Sony Music.
Eminem's Recovery Stays at Number One on Billboard Album Chart
Eminem is holding strong at number one on the Billboard album chart. His latest disc, Recovery, sold 187 thousand copies for the week ending Sunday.
Kanye West Performs New Material at Facebook HQ, References Taylor Swift & VMAs, Joins Twitter
Kayne West is embracing social media as he never has before. On Tuesday, he previewed his upcoming album at Facebook headquarters in Palo Alto, California.
Justin Bieber to Perform at Usher Foundation's Awards Ceremony
Usher will be joined by his protégé, Justin Bieber, at his charity’s awards ceremony in Atlanta on August 6th. Usher, Justin and Ciara will perform at the World Leadership Awards.
Britney Reveals Print Ad for New Fragrance
Britney Spears' has revealed her ad for her new fragrance. She tweeted a picture of the ad on Wednesday.
Grammy Auctions Feature Items Autographed by Justin Bieber, Miley and More
The folks who bring you the Grammys are auctioning off memorabilia signed by some major pop acts through this Friday.
Justin Timberlake & Elton John Say No Truth to American Idol Rumors; Jessica Simpson Being Considered as Judge?
Neither Justin Timberlake nor Elton John can picture themselves as a judge on American Idol. They say they’re just too darn busy to fill Simon Cowell's shoes on the show.
Adam Lambert Surprised by Audiences on Glam Nation Tour
Adam Lambert's been on the road for quite some time with his Glam Nation tour, and he says one of the most surprising things he's found about his first headlining tour is how many different kinds of people are coming to see him.
Nickelback Offering Flip Video Camera with VIP Concert Package
Buy a Nickelback VIP concert package, and you’ll be able to record the show with a brand-new camera
Yeah Yeah Yeahs Release Live in London Concert Film Exclusively on iTunes
On December 1st, 2009, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs played a concert at London's O2 Academy. Now, you can download it exclusively on iTunes
Shinedown Still Changing Lives with "Second Chance"
Shinedown are currently out on the road with their Carnival of Madness tour, and of course, every night they play their smash hit, "Second Chance."
Selena Gomez Loses Voice, Cancels Concerts
Selena Gomez has had to cancel a couple of concerts due to strained vocal chords. She’s bowed out of Wednesday’s scheduled performance at the Delaware State Fair and her Thursday concert at the Ohio State Fair.
Rihanna Says She Connected with Eminem's "Love the Way You Lie"
Rihanna felt a personal connection to “Love the Way You Lie,” her collaboration with Eminem, for rather obvious reasons.
Lady Gaga Makes Surprise Stop by Dallas Bar; Posts Disturbing Concert "Interlude" Video Online
Lady Gaga never forgot the little people on her way to super-stardom. The Dallas Morning News reports Gaga stopped by a gay bar in Cedar Springs, Texas after performing in Dallas over the weekend.
Ke$ha Says She Might Record Country Music One Day
Can you imagine Ke$ha goin’ country? It could happen -- she says she might go the country route eventually.
Wyclef Jean to Announce Bid for Presidency of Haiti Within Two Weeks
Sources tells the New York Post that Wyclef Jean will formally announce his bid for the presidency of Haiti within two weeks.
American Idol Reject Sues Show for $300M, Claims He Was Told to Act "Gay"
A man who auditioned on American Idol a few years ago and upstaged Dane Cook on this year’s season finale is suing the show for 300 million dollars.
Maroon 5's NYC Benefit Concert to Air Live on Fuse Tonight
Tuesday night, three days before their summer tour kicks off, Maroon 5 is warming up by doing a special show at New York City's Beacon Theater that will be broadcast by the Fuse cable channel.
DMX Heads to Jail for Probation Violation
Here we go again. DMX is back in jail, serving a 90-day sentence for a probation violation stemming from a 2002 reckless driving conviction.
Rihanna Starring in Movie Based on the Game "Battleship"
Rihanna has snagged her first-ever film role. Variety reports she'll star in a live-action movie based on the popular board game Battleship. The report doesn't provide any details on her character in the film.
Kevin Rudolf's "Let It Rock" Included on Madden NFL 11 Soundtrack
Wyclef Jean has been tirelessly devoted to his native Haiti, especially after it was struck by a devastating earthquake earlier this year.
Chris Brown Joins Usher Onstage in Jamaica Mon 07/26/1023:59
Chris Brown and Usher shared some quality time together at a Jamaican music festival over the weekend.
Former Barenaked Ladies Member Steven Page Releasing Solo Album in September
Tjis coming September, former Barenaked Ladies singer Steven Page will releaset his first solo album since leaving the band. The first single off Page One, titled “Indecision,” will be released on iTunes on Tuesday.
Train's Pat Monahan Thinking About Next Album
Pat Monahan of Train doesn’t want to coast on the success of his band’s current hit, “Hey, Soul Sister.”
Black Eyed Peas Kick Off New Leg of The E.N.D. World Tour
Tuesday night in Toronto, the Black Eyed Peas will kick off the new leg of their The E.N.D. world tour, which has so far grossed 34 million bucks over 36 shows.
Record Executives Hoping Taylor Swift's Speak Now Sells a Million in First Week
Taylor Swift's fans can't wait to hear her new album, Speak Now, when it lands in stores October 25th, but record executives are looking forward to the release for a
Flo Rida Performing at MySpace Event for Step Up 3D Soundtrack
Flo Rida will perform in Los Angeles Tuesday night at a MySpace Music event to celebrate the release of the soundtrack to the upcoming movie Step Up 3D.
Pictures Posted Online of Megan Fox & Dominic Monaghan in New Eminem/Rihanna Video
It’s been confirmed that Megan Fox will star in the new video for Eminem and Rihanna's hit “Love the Way You Lie.”
VH1 Program Spotlights Lady Gaga's Craziest Fashion Moments
Lady Gaga has worn a lot of weird outfits over the past year or so, and VH1 will do its best to recap the most unusual ones in a new program premiering this Friday night.
Wyclef Jean Considering a Run for President of Haiti
Wyclef Jean has been tirelessly devoted to his native Haiti, especially after it was struck by a devastating earthquake earlier this year.
American Idol Considering Justin Timberlake as New Judge; Could Current Judges Be Fired?
Could Justin Timberlake be your new American Idol judge? He’s just the latest name to be thrown into the mix of possible replacements for Simon Cowell.
Katy Perry Says New Single "Teenage Dream" "Exudes This Euphoric Feeling"
After scoring a major hit this summer with “California Gurls,” Katy Perry has released a new single, “Teenage Dream,” the title track from her upcoming album.
Jersey Shore’s Snooki Has Only Read Two Books in Her Life; Dad Doesn't Get Her Popularity
Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi of MTV’s Jersey Shore could probably write a book about tanning, but the 22-year-old apparently hasn’t read many books.
Lady Antebellum Announces New York City Show for September
Lady Antebellum will launch their first headlining tour this fall, and they've added a New York City show to the schedule.
Snoop Hosts Youth Football Clinic in Chicago
Snoop Dogg was in Chicago late last week to host a football clinic for kids. The entertainer, who founded the Snoop Youth Football League in California, is now bringing that league to Chicago.
Pigeon Poop Interferes with Kings of Leon Concert
Kings Of Leon had to cut short their concert in the St. Louis area on Friday night after the poop hit the band. Pigeon poop, that is. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Kings of Leon walked off after just three songs
Lady Gaga Perfume May Be Reality After All
After a UK magazine reported that Lady Gaga was going to launch a fragrance in partnership with Coty, a Coty executive denied it.
To Get to Justin Bieber, You've Got to Go Through His Mom
All you ladies who are throwing yourselves at Justin Bieber, beware -- his mom is one heckuva watchdog. Justin tells Vibe.com, "My mom has me on a tight leash and [she's] being real protective."
Eminem Defends Taylor Swift, but Says Dissing Kanye on Record Would Be "Career Suicide"
In his rhymes, Eminem has said some pretty nasty things about some of the world's biggest stars, but in a new interview with Spin magazine, he seems to have a soft spot for one particular celebrity.
Trailer: Salt, Valhalla Rising, Ramona and Beezus
Angelina Jolie's latest film tells the story of CIA officer Evelyn Salt, who is forced to go on the run after being accused of being a spy for a Russian defector
Christina Milian Claims The-Dream Cheated on Her
Christina Milian's split from The-Dream is starting to get ugly. According to TMZ.com, she’s claiming he cheated on her during their marriage. She makes the allegation in court papers filed in Georgia earlier this month.
Katy Perry Launching Signature Perfume, Purr, This Fall
Katy Perry is jumping on the celebrity fragrance bandwagon. Women's Wear Daily reports she'll release her own signature perfume, called Purr, via Nordstrom stores this November.
Justin Bieber to Guest-Star on Season Premiere of CSI
CSI is getting Bieber Fever. Justin Bieber will make his dramatic acting debut on the season premiere of the hit CBS drama, airing September 23rd.
Eminem Thrills Crowd with Cameo at Rihanna Show
A month after they first performed "Love the Way You Lie" live onstage at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Eminem and Rihanna and teamed up yet again for their #1 duet Wednesday night at that same venue.
CBS Announces Fall Schedule
CBS will open its fall schedule with a new season of Survivor. The network announced Thursday that the 21st season of the reality competition, dubbed Survivor: Nicaragua, will premiere on September 15th.
Woman Sues Simon Cowell, Claims She Was Humiliated on Britain's Got Talent
Simon Cowell has criticized plenty of reality show contestants over the years, but a woman who once auditioned on Britain's Got Talent is taking her rejection especially hard.
Natasha Bedingfield: Strip Me Isn't My "I Just Got Married" Album
Many of Natasha Bedingfield's songs have been about trying to find love, or your soulmate -- but now that she's found hers, all her song aren't about how wonderful love and relationships are.
Carrie Underwood Sets American Idol Record, Returns from Honeymoon
Carrie Underwood has made some American Idol history. USA Today reports that her debut album, Some Hearts, has
Good Charlotte Releasing New Album, Cardiology, on October 26th
Good Charlotte will release their brand-new album, Cardiology, on October 26th -- their first release under their new deal with Capitol Records. Cardiology, the band's
Taylor Swift's Lucky Number 13 Led Her to Video Co-Star Toby Hemingway
Taylor Swift's lucky number 13 actually led her to actor Toby Hemingway, who plays her groom in her upcoming video for "Mine."
Gaga-Singing Kid Greyson Chance Finally Meets His Lady in Person
Remember earlier this year, when 12-year-old Greyson Chance made a splash on YouTube with his unique cover of Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi?"
Lady Antebellum Says Two Singers Are Twice as Nice
Of the groups on the scene today, Lady Antebellum is unique because they have not one but two lead singers: Hillary Scott and Charles Kelley.
Jay Sean to Release New Album Nov. 2nd; New Single Coming August 3rd
MTV reports that Jay Sean's new single "2012," which hit online earlier this week, will be officially released to radio August 3rd, and the video, featuring Nicki Minaj, will premiere August 8th.
Swizz Beatz Denies He'll Wed Alicia Keys This Weekend
If you were planning on renting a tux for Alicia Keys' wedding this weekend, hold off. Alicia's fiance and baby daddy, Swizz Beatz, told People magazine that contrary to rumor, the two are not going to tie the knot this weekend.
Daughtry's "September" Recalls Carefree Childhood Summers
When you're a kid, you wait all year for summer, when you can play all day and there's no school. But when you grow up, graduate and get a job, you're working all year 'round, and summer doesn't seem quite so special anymore.
Gorillaz Touring North America This October
Gorillaz have been touring throughout Europe and the Middle East this summer, but come October, Damon Albarn and his animated primates will play 20 dates in the U.S. and Canada
Katy Perry Unveils Teenage Dream Album Cover Live Online; CD Will Smell Like Cotton Candy
Twenty thousand fans tuned into UStream.tv on Wednesday to watch Katy Perry unveil the cover of her upcoming album, Teenage Dream, live.
Happy 18th Birthday, Selena Gomez: New Movie This Week, New CD This Fall
Selena Gomez is a TV and movie star, as well as a successful recording artist and an entrepreneur with her own clothing line launching this fall.
