Beyonce has confirmed that she is expecting a baby after arriving at the MTV awards in a flowing dress and with a bulging belly.
http://music.uk.msn.com/news/beyonce-and-jay-z-expecting-a-baby-138
http://www.nme.com/news/beyonce/58906
25.08.11 Lady Gaga and Katy Perry's music to be banned from China.
Chinese authorities have given until Sept 15 for music wbsites to remove music which they deem offensive or vulgar. Lasy Gaga and Perry are the main overseas artists to be targetted and 6 Lady Gaga songs are listed, but the list also includes numerous asian artists as well.
http://www.metro.co.uk/music/873507-lady-gaga-and-katy-perrys-vulgar-music-banned-in-china
24.08.11 Liam Gallagher drops lawsuit after receiving apoloigy from Noel.
Liam gallagher has dropped his lawsuit against his other after Noel apolgised for saying Liam pulled out of the V Festival in 2009 due to a hangover. Noel said in an online webchat, 'For the record, it is a fact that he was diagnosed with laryngitis and it is a fact that he had a doctor's note to prove it, ....I'd just like to say that if he gets offended by my opinions on such things then I apologise....It's all getting a little silly and out of hand and it's not very cool.' It has been said that Liam and Noels mother, Peggy, had been very upset about the situation.
http://www.metro.co.uk/music/873340-liam-gallagher-drops-lawsuit-against-noel-after-apology-over-v-festival
21.08.11 Release date for Lou Reed/Metallica collaboration album announced.
It has been announced that the collaboration album from Lou Reed and Metallica will be released on the 31st October worldwide and 1st November in America. The title is as yet still unknown but Lou Reed has described it as "awe-inspiring".
http://ultimateclassicrock.com/metallica-lou-reed-release-date/
21.08.11 Bono taken to hospital after heart scare.
Bono has been taken to hospital with heart palpatations whilst in the south of France. He wasn't kept in over night but has been recommended plenty of rest.
http://www.nme.com/news/u2/58751
19.08.11 Liam gallagher sues brother over Oasis split 'lies'
Liam Gallagher has decided to sue his brother Noel after he said Oasis split over Liam wanting to advertise his clothing brand in tour programs and that Liam cancelled a tour date due to a hangover, both accusations Liam strenuously denies. Liam desires an apology and has said
"I am used to being called all sorts of things by Noel and I have in the past said things about him. But what Noel has alleged this time went way beyond rock-and-roll banter and questioned my professionalism. I tried to resolve this amicably but have been left with no choice but legal action. All I want is an apology."
http://www.nme.com/news/oasis/58722
19.08.11 Amy Winehouse foundation delayed after someone else bought name.
Mitch Winehouse, the father of Amy Winehouse, has said that the foundation will be delayed in getting set up after someone else bought the name 'The Amy Winehouse Foundation'. He has said that he has had lots of donations, but it will take a while longer to get the foundation up and running, but he is determined to make it happen.
http://www.nme.com/news/amy-winehouse/58724
18.08.11 Corey Taylor and Duff Mckagan to collaborate
Corey taylor, the lead singer with Slipknot, has said he will be working with Duff McKagan from Guns and Roses and currently with Velvet Revolver after they spent some time working together recently. Taylor has said 'there might be a mystery supergroup out there - me and Duff and some other weird people'. Taylor recently recorded with Velvet Revolver but the band are looking for an alternative vocalist.
http://www.nme.com/news/slipknot/58711
17.08.11 Tony Iommi clarifies Black Sabbath reunion rumours
Tony Iommi, the lead guitarist from Black Sabbath, has clarified that the band won't be getting back together for a reunion tour. He has said that comments he made to a Birmingham journalist back in June have been taken out of context and have flown around the world as an official statement. He has apologised to his bandmates and clarified the situation for the bands fans.
http://www.nme.com/news/black-sabbath/58682
http://ultimateclassicrock.com/tony-iommi-black-sabbath-reunion-speculation/
17.08.11 Bono to become Facebook Billionaire.
Bono, the lead singer from U2, is likely to become a billionaire due to his astute 2009 investment in Facebook. The singer invested $210 Million worth of shares via his investment company Elevation Partners and due to a rceent valuation of the social network site Bono's share is estimated to be $975 Million.
http://www.nme.com/news/u2/58677
14.08.11 Dr Dre sells half of his company for $300 Million.
Dr Dre has sold 51% of his audio company Beats Electronics to mobile phone giant HTC for $301 million. His company, set up with Geffen records executive Jimmy Iovine in 2008, makes headphones endorsed by the likes of Lady Gaga and which are also popular with footballers and celebrities worldwide. HTC have said they want to integrate the Beats technology into it's smartphones as soon a spossible.
http://www.nme.com/news/dr-dre/58628
12.08.11 Coldplay confirm 5th album.
Coldplay have confirmed the name of their 5th album which will be titled 'Mylo Xyloto' and is due for release on October 24th. The album has additional composition from Brian Eno and the band have said it will be preceded by a single titled 'Paradise'.
http://www.nme.com/news/coldplay/58602
11.08.11 Kings of Leon deny they've sacked Caleb Followill.
Kings of Leon have denied rumours that they have sacked lead singer Caleb Followill. Speculation has arisen after they had to recently cancel their tour due to alleged erratic and diva like behaviour from Caleb.
http://www.nme.com/news/kings-of-leon/58585
10.08.11 John Grant to start work on next album.
John Grant has started work on the follow up to his acclaimed album 'Queen of Denmark'. He said that he wants to work with Midlake again but both their careers are very busy, but with this album he will be moving onto the 'anger stage' with a more rockier feel.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/news/20110810_grant.shtml
10.08.11 Plan B condemns rioters on his website.
Plan B has released a podcast on his website where he condemns the behaviour of the rioters around the country. He states that these riots have undermined the efforts he, and others, have made to gain more respect for the underclasses in the UK and he can't stand up for that anymore.
http://www.nme.com/news/nme/58555
09.08.11 Independent record stock go up in riot blaze.
Vast stocks held on behalf of various independent record labels have been lost in a fire set at a warehouse during the riots in London. The distribution centre, owned by Sony, was set on fire on Monday night and their spokesman has said "there will likely be some impact on deliveries".
http://www.metro.co.uk/music/871819-london-riots-sony-distribution-centre-fire-leads-to-fears-for-british-indie-labels
04.08.11 Damon Albarn and Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform live together.
It has been announced that Damon Albarn and Flea will be playing a gig together at the London Barbican in October.
http://www.nme.com/news/damon-albarn/58452
04.08.11 Amy Winehouse duet to be released for charity.
A duet between Amy Winehouse and Tony Bennett is scheduled for release with the proceeds going to the charitable foundation recently set up in Winehouse's name. It was recorded at Abbey Road studios in March and is believed to one of the last tracks she recorded before she died.
http://www.metro.co.uk/music/871365-amy-winehouse-and-tony-bennett-duet-to-be-released-as-charity-single
02.08.11 Kings of Leon cancel US tour.
The Kings of Leon have cancelled the remainder of their US tour after lead singer Caleb Followill left the stage and failed to return during their Dallas gig three days ago. There are internal issues with the band that need to be addressed beofre touring can resume. In a statement the band have said they are "devastated, but in order to give their fans the shows they deserve, they need to take this break".
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-14367943
01.08.11 Slash hometown gig to be released as DVD.
It has been announced that a DVD of Slash's recent gig at the Victoria Hall in Stoke-on-Trent is due to be released in October of this year. The gig in his hometown to over 1500 metal fans sold out in under 2 hours and he said of the show 'I've been wanting to do this for a long time'.
http://ultimateclassicrock.com/slashs-hometown-concert-coming-to-your-living-room/
great collection of news! thanks! jean!
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