Feb 20
Aerosmith announce European tour
[source: NME.com] Aerosmith will return to Europe for the first time in eight years this June.
Fresh from a US tour supported by Mötley Crüe, and on the back of last year's best-of collection, the band will warm up for their European dates with shows in Dubai and India.
"I always look forward to touring across the pond," singer Steven Tyler joked, "because life's a pisser when you're European".
The band will appear in Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Italy, France, Belgium, England, Ireland, Holland, Latvia, Estonia, Finland and Russia.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Aerosmith.aspx
Foxy Brown arrested again
[source: NME.com] Foxy Brown has been arrested in Florida following a disturbance at a beauty supplies shop in Pembroke Pines.
Brown, whose real name is Inga Marchand, was applying hair products in the store's bathroom last Thursday (February 15) when a shop assistant told her they were closing and asked the rapper to leave. Brown allegedly threw hair glue at the employee, spat on him and subsequently resisted arrest.
Reports suggest the arresting officer had to use a "take down manoeuvre" to gain control of the rapper.
The star was detained overnight for battery and obstruction of justice, and was released on Friday on AU$1,270 bail.
This is the second time Brown has turned violent at a beauty shop. She was arrested last October for assaulting two employees at a Bloomies nail salon in Chelsea, New York, following a dispute over payment for a manicure.
She was instructed to attend anger management classes and sentenced to three years' probation. She appeared in court last month and received an "excellent" probation report.
Brown is next due to appear in court in relation to the Bloomies incident on Thursday March 15.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Foxy-Brown.aspx
Radio 4 to pen songs for Joe Strummer movie
[source: NME.com] Radio 4 have revealed they have been approached to write songs for a movie about the life of The Clash's Joe Strummer. It's understood the film will be produced by Oscar-winning actor Tim Robbins.
"We're writing and writing," Radio 4 guitarist Dave Milone told NME.COM. "Not just for the movie; we're hoping the material will be our next record too."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Radio-4.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Joe-Strummer.aspx
Kaiser Chiefs and Razorlight back nuclear disarmament campaign
[source: NME.com] Kaiser Chiefs and Razorlight are among a host of artists supporting the Campaign For Nuclear Disarmament.
Thom Yorke, Damon Albarn, Franz Ferdinand and Bloc Party are also calling on the public to oppose nuclear weapons and war.
Parliament is expected to vote on the government's proposal to replace Trident, Britain's nuclear weapons system.
Stone Roses singer Ian Brown said: "Why do we need these weapons? Is someone going to attack us? It is a lie to say these nuclear weapons are necessary for the UK but older civilisations are not allowed them. Say no to Trident."
Meanwhile, Bloc Party's Kele Okereke suggested climate change was a much bigger security threat.
"A £76 billion [AU$188 billion] investment in tackling climate change would seriously change the world for the better," he said.
CND has organised a national No Trident demonstration on Saturday February 24 in London. For more details, visit www.cnduk.org.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Razorlight.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Kaiser-Chiefs.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Bloc-Party.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Franz-Ferdinand.aspx
Paul Weller missing as The Jam reform
[source: NME.com] The Jam will tour the UK in May for the first time in 25 years… without leader and singer Paul Weller.
Bassist Bruce Foxton and drummer Rick Buckler will be joined by guest vocalist Russell Hastings and guitarist/keyboardist David Moore, and plan to follow the tour with the release of new material.
"Paul Weller has a fantastic solo career and is one of the UK's most talented songwriters," Rick Buckler said. "He is always welcome to join us for the reunions, but until then we've got a new tour and a new album to do."
The tour, which begins on Wednesday May 2, will mark the 30th anniversary of the band's seminal album, In The City, which was released on April 29, 1977.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Jam-The.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Paul-Weller.aspx
Kerry Katona's wedding bust-up
Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona – the ex-wife of Irish crooner Brian McFadden – has married her new boyfriend, Mark Croft, in a ceremony in Scotland's romantic Gretna Green region.
The Valentine's Day ceremony started nicely enough, but the nuptials turned violent when an allegedly drunken bride threw a punch at her new hubby.
Katona, who's seven months pregnant, reportedly socked Croft after he asked her to stop drinking.
"She blew her top and went for him and tried to throw a proper punch," a guest told UK tabloid News Of The World.
"He went mad and refused to spend the night with her. Mark was totally disgusted that she drank so much when she's due to give birth to their child in April."
The couple reportedly spent the night in separate rooms but are, according to Katona's publicist, "still very much in love".
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Atomic-Kitten.aspx
J.Lo dives into scientology
Her father has a 20-year history with the religion and now singer/actress Jennifer Lopez is busy exploring scientology.
Together with husband Mark Anthony, Lopez has been spending time at the organisation's Celebrity Center in Hollywood, reportedly taking professional business meetings.
The couple were introduced to the LA headquarters by friend Angelo Pagan, who's married to TV's King Of Queens actress Leah Remin. J.Lo and Anthony have also been seen hanging out with scientology devotee Tom Cruise and wife Katie Holmes.
According to a source at the Celebrity Center, Anthony has taken a "purification" course, where members sit in a sauna for hours in order to clean out toxins.
"They're in. There's no doubt about it," the source revealed to Fox News.
Meanwhile, Lopez's new LP, Como Ama Una Mujer, is out next month.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Jennifer-Lopez.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Marc-Anthony.aspx
Ash unveil new LP
Irish rockers Ash have revealed details of their upcoming album, the follow-up to 2004's Meltdown.
With 14 tracks ready to be recorded, the band have posted details about the LP on their website, telling fans to expect a winter release and a more "retro" feel.
So far, the group have 14 new songs, which they say may be featured on the as-yet-untitled LP or used as upcoming B-sides.
The songs:
"I Started A Fire"
"You Cant Have It All Polaris"
"Suicide Girls/Subterraneans" (TBC)
"End Of The World"
"Blacklisted"
"Shadows"
"Shattered Glass"
"Roulette" (TBC)
"Princess Six"
"Dark And Stormy"
"What Is The Meaning?"
"Saskia"
"In Hell/The Boy Who Lived In Hell" (TBC)
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Ash.aspx
Michael Jackson rejects American Idol
Pop superstar Michael Jackson has denied reports suggesting he will feature on American Idol.
Last week, media outlets across the USA claimed Jacko would host a special episode of the show, which would see current contestants perform a selection of his hits and the singer offer advice.
But it's not to be, according to spokesman Raymone Bain.
"There is absolutely no truth to the rumour that Michael Jackson is going to appear on American Idol," Bain revealed yesterday. "He has signed no agreements with anyone."
The show's executive producer, Nigel Lythgoe, confirmed the news, but said a "huge" guest star is scheduled to appear.
"Look toward a major news announcement in the next couple of weeks," he said. "It's the biggest thing to happen to Idol in five years."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Michael-Jackson.aspx
Beyoncé goes up in smoke
Despite her Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide concerts selling out in advance, Beyoncé Knowles has come under fire from anti-smoking groups in Australia for her tour's marketing campaign, which features the star using an old-fashioned cigarette holder.
The executive director of anti-smoking group Quit, Todd Harper, wrote to the Federal Department Of Health and argued the advertisements could be in conflict with Australia's Tobacco Advertising Prohibition Act.
"She is so talented and she doesn't really need to do this," Harper said. "I'm disappointed Beyoncé has used smoking in this way. She's clearly a role model for young people and the fact she can sell out shows means she doesn't need this ad to portray sophistication. She doesn't need this to enhance her message."
The office of tour promoter Michael Coppel said the image was taken from the back of Beyoncé's LP cover and was approved by her management and record label.
Beyoncé's tour begins at Sydney's Acer Arena on Saturday April 21.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Beyonce.aspx
Crosby, Stills & Nash postpone tour
Songwriting legends Crosby, Stills & Nash have been forced to postpone their upcoming tour of Australia after David Crosby fell ill.
"We deeply regret that the band will not be able to embark on this tour as scheduled," band manager Donald Miller said.
"David, Stephen and Graham send their best wishes to all their loyal fans in Australia and New Zealand. At this time, we thank you for your understanding and the band look forward to seeing you later this year."
Shows have been rescheduled and tickets remain valid for the new dates.
Rescheduled tour dates:
Saturday December 1 – A Day On The Green, King's Park, Perth
Saturday December 8 – A Day On The Green, Roachford Wines, Coldstream
Friday December 14 – Sydney Entertainment Centre
Saturday December 15 – Riverstage, Brisbane
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Crosby-Stills-Nash.aspx
[source: NME.com] Aerosmith will return to Europe for the first time in eight years this June.
Fresh from a US tour supported by Mötley Crüe, and on the back of last year's best-of collection, the band will warm up for their European dates with shows in Dubai and India.
"I always look forward to touring across the pond," singer Steven Tyler joked, "because life's a pisser when you're European".
The band will appear in Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Italy, France, Belgium, England, Ireland, Holland, Latvia, Estonia, Finland and Russia.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Aerosmith.aspx
Foxy Brown arrested again
[source: NME.com] Foxy Brown has been arrested in Florida following a disturbance at a beauty supplies shop in Pembroke Pines.
Brown, whose real name is Inga Marchand, was applying hair products in the store's bathroom last Thursday (February 15) when a shop assistant told her they were closing and asked the rapper to leave. Brown allegedly threw hair glue at the employee, spat on him and subsequently resisted arrest.
Reports suggest the arresting officer had to use a "take down manoeuvre" to gain control of the rapper.
The star was detained overnight for battery and obstruction of justice, and was released on Friday on AU$1,270 bail.
This is the second time Brown has turned violent at a beauty shop. She was arrested last October for assaulting two employees at a Bloomies nail salon in Chelsea, New York, following a dispute over payment for a manicure.
She was instructed to attend anger management classes and sentenced to three years' probation. She appeared in court last month and received an "excellent" probation report.
Brown is next due to appear in court in relation to the Bloomies incident on Thursday March 15.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Foxy-Brown.aspx
Radio 4 to pen songs for Joe Strummer movie
[source: NME.com] Radio 4 have revealed they have been approached to write songs for a movie about the life of The Clash's Joe Strummer. It's understood the film will be produced by Oscar-winning actor Tim Robbins.
"We're writing and writing," Radio 4 guitarist Dave Milone told NME.COM. "Not just for the movie; we're hoping the material will be our next record too."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Radio-4.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Joe-Strummer.aspx
Kaiser Chiefs and Razorlight back nuclear disarmament campaign
[source: NME.com] Kaiser Chiefs and Razorlight are among a host of artists supporting the Campaign For Nuclear Disarmament.
Thom Yorke, Damon Albarn, Franz Ferdinand and Bloc Party are also calling on the public to oppose nuclear weapons and war.
Parliament is expected to vote on the government's proposal to replace Trident, Britain's nuclear weapons system.
Stone Roses singer Ian Brown said: "Why do we need these weapons? Is someone going to attack us? It is a lie to say these nuclear weapons are necessary for the UK but older civilisations are not allowed them. Say no to Trident."
Meanwhile, Bloc Party's Kele Okereke suggested climate change was a much bigger security threat.
"A £76 billion [AU$188 billion] investment in tackling climate change would seriously change the world for the better," he said.
CND has organised a national No Trident demonstration on Saturday February 24 in London. For more details, visit www.cnduk.org.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Razorlight.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Kaiser-Chiefs.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Bloc-Party.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Franz-Ferdinand.aspx
Paul Weller missing as The Jam reform
[source: NME.com] The Jam will tour the UK in May for the first time in 25 years… without leader and singer Paul Weller.
Bassist Bruce Foxton and drummer Rick Buckler will be joined by guest vocalist Russell Hastings and guitarist/keyboardist David Moore, and plan to follow the tour with the release of new material.
"Paul Weller has a fantastic solo career and is one of the UK's most talented songwriters," Rick Buckler said. "He is always welcome to join us for the reunions, but until then we've got a new tour and a new album to do."
The tour, which begins on Wednesday May 2, will mark the 30th anniversary of the band's seminal album, In The City, which was released on April 29, 1977.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Jam-The.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Paul-Weller.aspx
Kerry Katona's wedding bust-up
Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona – the ex-wife of Irish crooner Brian McFadden – has married her new boyfriend, Mark Croft, in a ceremony in Scotland's romantic Gretna Green region.
The Valentine's Day ceremony started nicely enough, but the nuptials turned violent when an allegedly drunken bride threw a punch at her new hubby.
Katona, who's seven months pregnant, reportedly socked Croft after he asked her to stop drinking.
"She blew her top and went for him and tried to throw a proper punch," a guest told UK tabloid News Of The World.
"He went mad and refused to spend the night with her. Mark was totally disgusted that she drank so much when she's due to give birth to their child in April."
The couple reportedly spent the night in separate rooms but are, according to Katona's publicist, "still very much in love".
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Atomic-Kitten.aspx
J.Lo dives into scientology
Her father has a 20-year history with the religion and now singer/actress Jennifer Lopez is busy exploring scientology.
Together with husband Mark Anthony, Lopez has been spending time at the organisation's Celebrity Center in Hollywood, reportedly taking professional business meetings.
The couple were introduced to the LA headquarters by friend Angelo Pagan, who's married to TV's King Of Queens actress Leah Remin. J.Lo and Anthony have also been seen hanging out with scientology devotee Tom Cruise and wife Katie Holmes.
According to a source at the Celebrity Center, Anthony has taken a "purification" course, where members sit in a sauna for hours in order to clean out toxins.
"They're in. There's no doubt about it," the source revealed to Fox News.
Meanwhile, Lopez's new LP, Como Ama Una Mujer, is out next month.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Jennifer-Lopez.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Marc-Anthony.aspx
Ash unveil new LP
Irish rockers Ash have revealed details of their upcoming album, the follow-up to 2004's Meltdown.
With 14 tracks ready to be recorded, the band have posted details about the LP on their website, telling fans to expect a winter release and a more "retro" feel.
So far, the group have 14 new songs, which they say may be featured on the as-yet-untitled LP or used as upcoming B-sides.
The songs:
"I Started A Fire"
"You Cant Have It All Polaris"
"Suicide Girls/Subterraneans" (TBC)
"End Of The World"
"Blacklisted"
"Shadows"
"Shattered Glass"
"Roulette" (TBC)
"Princess Six"
"Dark And Stormy"
"What Is The Meaning?"
"Saskia"
"In Hell/The Boy Who Lived In Hell" (TBC)
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Ash.aspx
Michael Jackson rejects American Idol
Pop superstar Michael Jackson has denied reports suggesting he will feature on American Idol.
Last week, media outlets across the USA claimed Jacko would host a special episode of the show, which would see current contestants perform a selection of his hits and the singer offer advice.
But it's not to be, according to spokesman Raymone Bain.
"There is absolutely no truth to the rumour that Michael Jackson is going to appear on American Idol," Bain revealed yesterday. "He has signed no agreements with anyone."
The show's executive producer, Nigel Lythgoe, confirmed the news, but said a "huge" guest star is scheduled to appear.
"Look toward a major news announcement in the next couple of weeks," he said. "It's the biggest thing to happen to Idol in five years."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Michael-Jackson.aspx
Beyoncé goes up in smoke
Despite her Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide concerts selling out in advance, Beyoncé Knowles has come under fire from anti-smoking groups in Australia for her tour's marketing campaign, which features the star using an old-fashioned cigarette holder.
The executive director of anti-smoking group Quit, Todd Harper, wrote to the Federal Department Of Health and argued the advertisements could be in conflict with Australia's Tobacco Advertising Prohibition Act.
"She is so talented and she doesn't really need to do this," Harper said. "I'm disappointed Beyoncé has used smoking in this way. She's clearly a role model for young people and the fact she can sell out shows means she doesn't need this ad to portray sophistication. She doesn't need this to enhance her message."
The office of tour promoter Michael Coppel said the image was taken from the back of Beyoncé's LP cover and was approved by her management and record label.
Beyoncé's tour begins at Sydney's Acer Arena on Saturday April 21.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Beyonce.aspx
Crosby, Stills & Nash postpone tour
Songwriting legends Crosby, Stills & Nash have been forced to postpone their upcoming tour of Australia after David Crosby fell ill.
"We deeply regret that the band will not be able to embark on this tour as scheduled," band manager Donald Miller said.
"David, Stephen and Graham send their best wishes to all their loyal fans in Australia and New Zealand. At this time, we thank you for your understanding and the band look forward to seeing you later this year."
Shows have been rescheduled and tickets remain valid for the new dates.
Rescheduled tour dates:
Saturday December 1 – A Day On The Green, King's Park, Perth
Saturday December 8 – A Day On The Green, Roachford Wines, Coldstream
Friday December 14 – Sydney Entertainment Centre
Saturday December 15 – Riverstage, Brisbane
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Crosby-Stills-Nash.aspx
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