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Madonna’s adopted daughter Mercy James, 4
Posted in Music on the October 30, 2009
Madonna’s adopted daughter Mercy James, 4, has lost her native language in four months since leaving Malawi.
The tiny girl accompanied her megastar mother back to her country to open a girls school that was funded by Madonna. The singer was seen at the school in television footage wearing a dark print sari-style wrap over black garments and a ponytail.
The singer took all four of her children with her for the groundbreaking ceremony and the family went on a visit to the Mchinji orphanage.
Her other child adopted from Malawi, David Banda, 3, was said to know some of his Chichewa tongue, according to Lucy Chipeta of the orphanage where he lived until 2007.
Chipeta said: “David had forgotten us. He remembers a few words. Mercy is a real white girl. She couldn’t speak any.”
She added: “I am happy to see David look so happy. Madonna’s a very good mother. Her children are well-behaved. I think she’s more Malawian than American.”
This Is It busts open box office
Posted in Music on the October 30, 2009
Michael Jackson’s movie has exploded on to the box office to take the number one domestic spot with a staggering $7.4 million on its first day and $12.7 million overseas - a world total of $20.1 million.
The film set a record for the highest domestic takings for a movie opening on a Wednesday in October, nudging out Paranormal Activity, which grossed $1.5 million at the weekend from the top domestic spot.
This Is It, directed by Kenny Ortega, will be shown in cinemas on limited release around the world for just two weeks.
It features dancers handpicked by Jackson and 100 hours of rehearsal footage in the run-up to a UK tour he was to underake before his sudden death on June 25.
Distributor Sony could not have picked a better time to release the movie given the upcoming Halloween weekend and its spooky Thriller-like themes.
Simon Cowell vows to battle for more help for children’s hospices
Posted in Simon Cowell on the October 30, 2009
Simon Cowell has vowed to battle for more help for children’s hospices.
The 50-year-old has said he would even do a “Jamie Oliver” and take the plight to the Prime Minister at Number 10 Downing Street.
Cowell was speaking at the CHASE hospice for children in Arlington, Surrey, and dismissed his ‘Mr Nasty’ image and said he had been secretly visiting the hospice for nearly five years.
He said: “I’ve never considered myself to be nasty. I would absolutely do a Jamie at Downing Street. I’ll knock on their door or they can come round to mine for supper. I’ll do whatever it takes to help raise awareness.”
50 Cent Gets Hit by Recession
Posted in 50 Cent, Rapper on the October 30, 2009
Rapper 50 Cent has revealed that even he has been hit by the recession by losing a few million from his fortune. He says that he had to change some of his spending habits, mainly his constant need for new jewellery. He said “I buy diamonds on a very regular basis, but now I am selling my old stuff before I get something new. These are times when you learn about the value of money. If you don’t lose money in this recession, it means you didn’t have enough to start off with. Sure, I lost a few million, but that’s because I have so much. This is a time that will sort out the strong from the weak.” He’s so confident in his money-handling that he even says that President Obama can call him for any financial advice.
Bruce Springsteen Cancels Show
Posted in Bruce Springsteen, Concert on the October 30, 2009
Bruce Springsteen cancelled a concert in Kansas City earlier this week after his cousin, Lenny Sullivan was found dead in his hotel room. The singer announced the death on his official website, saying that there was a death in the family. The statement was later updated to say “Lenny Sullivan, Bruce’s cousin and the assistant road manager of the E Street Band for the last ten years, passed away today at the age of 36. A warm and sensitive person, he was beloved by Bruce, the Band, the crew, and the entire Thrill Hill family.” Lenny worked for Bruce and his band for 10 years as an assistant tour manager. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently still under investigation.
Michael Jackson Memorabilia Tour Opens Soon
Posted in Michael Jackson, Singer on the October 29, 2009
Just several yards away from where Michael Jackson was to have his epic ‘This Is It’ performances, the King of Pop will have his personal belongings on display at London’s O2 Bubble. The exhibit will feature some of the late singer’s most prized treasures for fans to enjoy. Among some of the items will be a letter from Ronald Reagan from 1984, wishing Michael a quick recovery after his hair was set on fire, an oil painting of the icon dressed as a king, his trademark jewelled gloves and a pair of shoes with part of the heel cut out used when Michael performed his hit ‘Smooth Criminal’.
Madonna Breaks Ground
Posted in Madonna on the October 29, 2009
Madonna was spotted this Monday in Malawi at the ground breaking ceremony for her Raising Malawi Academy for Girls. The Queen of Pop was there in support of her new center and even helped plant a tree at the location. She just keeps doing some good. Although I’m getting tired of all the similarities between her and Oprah. The singer arrived in South Africa this past weekend with her kids Lourdes, Rocco, David and Mercy. Her fifth kid, Jesus Luz, was noticeably absent though. I wonder if she’s going to head into some orphanages and adopt another kid out of the country.
Mel B’s husband Stephen Belafonte reportedly threw a strop when he was asked if he was related to Harry Belafonte
Posted in Music on the October 28, 2009
Mel B’s husband Stephen Belafonte reportedly threw a strop in London when he was asked if he was related to the American singer Harry Belafonte.
Stephen, 34, and wife Mel, also 34, were out at Berry Light District in Soho London when someone approached him and asked if he was related to the 82-year-old musician.
According to London newspaper Evening Standard, he said: “We’re not related. You just think all mixed-race people look the same. It’s just ignorance to think that.”
Stephen married Mel in a ceremony in 2007 in Las Vegas and then later renewed their vows in Egypt.
American Idol Reunion at AMAs
Posted in Adam Lambert, American Idol, American Music Awards, Carrie Underwood, Chris Daughtry, Kelly Clarkson on the October 27, 2009
This year’s American Music Awards might as well be touted as an American Idol reunion. Why? It just so happens that Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Adam Lambert and Chris Daughtry’s band, Daughtry, are all scheduled to perform at the awards show on November 22nd. They would pretty much cover half of the performances on the show. And I can just guess that country singer Carrie will be racking up a couple of awards too. That’s quite an empire that Simon Cowell and the rest of them have built. Will you be tuning in to see that Idols on the show?
Justin Timberlake Wins Restraining Order
Posted in Justin Timberlake, Singer on the October 27, 2009
Justin Timberlake was granted a restraining order against his stalker Karen McNeil. According to legal documents, the woman rolled over to the signer’s house in a cab last Thursday, bypassed security measures, “trespassed onto [Timberlake's] property, attempted to gain access into his home, and delusionally claimed to know and be friends with [Timberlake].” Justin’s security team eventually apprehended McNeil, who is described as a “heavyset white female, approximately 50 years of age.” LAPD cops took McNeil to a local hospital for a 5150 psychiatric evaluation. However, sources say that the individuals who evaluated her felt that she didn’t meet the criteria for a 5150 hold so she was released.
Madonna is Filled with Glee
Posted in Madonna, Music on the October 26, 2009
Here’s some big news for fans of ‘Glee’. Madonna has given the Fox hit TV show the rights to her entire music catalog. I wonder if this means that there will be an episode strictly with the singer’s music in the works. In a word – yes! The all Queen of Pop episode of ‘Glee’ is said to air early next year. I can’t wait to find out which of Madonna’s songs they will be using. Moreover, I can’t wait to hear their renditions of them. Here’s to hoping that Cory Monteith’s dancing will have improved by then. What songs do you want to see on the show?
Lily Allen Leaves Twitter
Posted in Lily Allen, Miley Cyrus Hannah Montana, Twitter on the October 26, 2009
Just like Miley Cyrus, Lily Allen has decided to leave Twitter for goo. Her last tweet was dated September 28 and reads “I am a neo-luddite, goodbye.” The singer is playing with the word neo-luddism, which is a personal philosophy against technology. It seems that she’s decided to commit to the idea. Sources say that along with quitting Twitter, Lily has also given up on her MySpace, email and it has been suggested that she has even given away her Macbook and BlackBerry. Some sources are saying that Lily’s return to the stone age was based off of her relationship with boyfriend Sam Cooper.
All American Rejects Cancel Shows
Posted in Concert, Concert Tour, The All-American Rejects, Twitter on the October 26, 2009
The All American Rejects have had to cancel some of their concerts again, this time in Europe. The band’s lead singer Tyson Ritter took to his Twitter to explain. He said “I’m sorry Paris, I have to cancel tonight because my throat pussy aka ‘mother’ , aka voice isn’t comming out to play today. 1st time in 3yrs. I apologize sincerely to our Paris fans. This was unexpected & I’m sry. Koln as well. I had to cancel these shows or else my throat is dead. all the antibiotics I’ve been taking it’s put a great strain on my vocals and I have to rest or else I’m gambling with my voice. So sorry.” Tyson also had an injury earlier this month that prevented him from opening for Blink 182 in 2 shows and a headlining show in Atlantic City.
Lady Gaga Talks Tour
Posted in Concert, Concert Tour, Lady Gaga, Rolling Stones on the October 26, 2009
Lady Gaga’s upcoming tour is sure to be like nothing you’ve ever seen before. The singer herself describes it as a “multimedia artistic experience”. The pop princess recently had an interview with Rolling Stone to discuss her album and the tour. When asked how she came about the concept for the concerts, she said “I wanted to really put together a show that would be the most beautiful, expensive-looking, delicious show, but that my fans wouldn’t have to pay a ton of money to come see. So we’re playing a few nights in a row. I’ve got super loyal fans, so I feel this tremendous obligation to take care of them.”
Chris Brown will donate proceeds from latest tour
Posted in Chris Brown, Concert, Concert Tour, Rihanna on the October 23, 2009
Shamed singer Chris Brown will reportedly donate proceeds from his latest tour to a charity as he continues to try to reform his public image.
The 20-year-old is set to headline an event that raises hundreds of thousands of dollars to help and mentor people with intellectual disabilities in Florida.
And he will also donate portion of proceeds from his tour as well as volunteer to help out Best Buddies International, according to reports.
Despite Brown’s recent high-profile conviction for beating ex-girlfriend Rihanna, Anthony Shriver, who is part of the Kennedy clan and heads the charity, said he deserves a new chance.
In a email, he wrote: “I support Chris Brown’s efforts to show the world why he deserves a second chance, given that the commitment he has made to Best Buddies - not only to perform at our Miami Gala, but also to join the Best Buddies family as a volunteer - is a huge step in the right direction. I also appreciate Chris’ generous offer to donate a portion of proceeds from his tour to Best Buddies.
“I believe Chris’ fans will be equally inspired to support Best Buddies’ mission… once they see his enthusiasm and commitment to the cause - and just how much his efforts mean to our participants.”
The non-profit gala will take place in Palm Beach on November 20.
Source: Splash News
Shakira is Cool with Illegal Downloads
Posted in Singer, Songs Download on the October 23, 2009
While Lily Allen is on a major tirade about people illegally downloading her music, Latina singer Shakira thinks that it’s cool and has absolutely no problem with her fans basically stealing money from her. In a recent interview, Shakira explained that she felt closer to the “fans and the people who appreciate the music” when her music is downloaded, illegal or otherwise. She said “It’s the democratisation of music in a way. And music is a gift. That’s what it should be, a gift.” That is definitely the nicest way of looking at it. But then again, it’s easy to think that way when you have loads of money stored away somewhere.
Guns N Roses on Tour
Posted in Concert Tour, Guns N' Roses on the October 23, 2009
Axl Rose must be scraping the bottom of his cash barrel and really looking forward to getting any cash. In addition to selling out and handing over his catalog to be turned into children’s music, his band Guns N Roses is now going on tour in Canada. I’m not exactly sure how and why they were booked since their comeback album wasn’t a success. The tour will kick off on January 13th in Winnipeg and will continue across the country, wrapping up on February 4th in Halifax. Tickets go on sale today for $50 to $90. Why they think that people will pay that much to see a has-been band without all the original members is beyond me.
U2 Concert to Stream Live on YouTube
Posted in Concert, Live, U2, Video, YouTube on the October 23, 2009
California, US: U2 have confirmed via video blog that their sold-out concert at the Pasadena Rose Bowl in California, Sunday 25th October 2009 will be streamed free, in full and live on YouTube. It’s the first time a show of this size will be streamed live.
The Rose Bowl show is the penultimate U2 show this year - with more to come in 2010 - and already is set to host the venue’s biggest ever audience of over 96, 000 fans. The 360? Tour, which has been critically acclaimed and “re-invents rock’n’roll”*, will now boast unique access for fans worldwide - as fans in territories yet to be visited by the tour, or not at all, will be able to enjoy the whole show online. Managed in partnership with Live Nation, this sell-out tour has broken attendance records in most venues it has visited - its success due in part to increased capacity coupled with a lower ticket price and great sight lines afforded by the stunning in-the-round stage set. Visit U2.com or youtube.com/u2official for details of how to join in this ground-breaking on-line event.
U2 manager Paul McGuinness said - “The band has wanted to do something like this for a long time. As we’re filming the LA show, it’s the perfect opportunity to extend the party beyond the stadium. Fans often travel long distances to come to see U2 - this time U2 can go to them, globally.”
YouTube will be streaming live across five continents. The show will be available in the usual You Tube way, as video-on-demand, following two full replays - after the live stream - on both U2.com and You Tube.
“YouTube is thrilled to be able to provide our global audience with a live streaming performance from one of the world’s greatest bands” - Chris Maxcy, Director of YouTube Partner Development. “We are always looking for new ways to connect fans around the world with their favourite artists, and this is the perfect opportunity to do just that.”
Nirvana Live At Reading To Premeir On Fuse
Posted in CD, DVD, Nirvana, Video, album on the October 23, 2009
On November 2 at 11 p.m. ET, Fuse, the national music network, will televise the worldwide premiere of Nirvana Live at Reading, the band’s legendary, never-before-released 1992 Reading concert. The show, marking the first time that Nirvana fans will experience the epochal August 30, 1992 headlining appearance at UK’s Reading Festival, will debut as an hour long broadcast the night before the limited edition 90 minute CD+DVD Deluxe Edition is by Geffen/UMe.
Featuring 25 songs including “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” “All Apologies” and “Come As You Are,” Nirvana’s performance at Reading ranked No. 1 in Kerrang Magazine’s “100 Gigs That Shook The World” chart and was voted as “Nirvana’s No. 1 Greatest Moment” by fans in a recent NME poll.
“Fuse is excited to provide Nirvana fans with the first opportunity to witness this historic music event since the concert 17 years ago,” said David Weier, vice president, programming, Fuse. “Not only are we airing a highly anticipated, never-before-seen concert in more than 65 million homes, we are providing Nirvana’s loyal fan base with companion programming for a comprehensive and unique viewing experience.”
Leading up to the premiere of Nirvana Live at Reading, Fuse will air “Loaded: Nirvana,” a half-hour of Nirvana’s greatest music videos at 10 p.m. ET, followed by “Videos That Rocked the World: Smells Like Teen Spirit,” a celebration of the legendary music video which was a breakthrough for music, entertainment, culture and society.
While the show’s centerpiece was a performance of nearly the entire Nevermind tracklist, also noteworthy were early performances of three as yet unrecorded songs which wouldn’t be released until 2 years later on In Utero: “All Apologies,” “Dumb,” and in its first ever public performance, “Tourettes.” The career-spanning setlist also reached back to the band’s 1989 Sub Pop debut album, Bleach, for “Blew,” “About A Girl,” “School,” “Negative Creep” and first single “Love Buzz,” and even further back to the mid-’80s for “Spank Thru.” Other songs from the Reading set would appear in studio form on the Incesticide compilation later in the year: “Aneurysm,” “Been A Son” and “Sliver.” Additionally, the band played a pair of beloved covers by two bands that helped shape the formative Nirvana sound– “The Money Will Roll Right In” by Fang and “D-7″ by The Wipers.
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Beyonce delays Malaysia concert
Posted in Beyonce, Concert on the October 22, 2009
Beyonce shelved a Malaysia concert after Islamic conservatives slammed the slated show as immoral.
The Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party sought cancellation of the Kuala Lumpur concert on October 25 on the basis it would push “Western sexy performances”.
But Beyonce has only delayed her concert, postponing to an unspecified “future date”.
In 2007, Beyonce cancelled a Malaysia show due to dress code. Female performers in Malaysia are required to cover up from shoulder-to-knee, with no cleavage showing. The organisers, Marctensia, last month stated that an agreement had been reached among all parties over concerns her dress would be inappropriate.
But the company said: “The postponement is solely [the] decision of the artiste and has nothing to do with other external reasons.”
Avril Lavigne and Gwen Stefani have both met with conservative protests but gone ahead with performances in Malaysia.
Source: Splash News