May 14
The Game detained by police
[source.NME.com] The Game has been arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of making criminal threats.
Although precise details are unknown, a spokeswoman for the Los Angeles Police Department revealed the rapper's detention related to an incident that happened in February. The 27-year-old (real name: Jayceon Taylor) is alleged to have made the threats following a three-hour search of his Glendale home.
After being freed on US$50,000 police bail, The Game told a film crew outside his home he was not guilty and that he loved California.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Game-The.aspx
The View speak about US visa trouble
[source.NME.com] The View have spoken about their US visa troubles after twice having to cancel tours to the country.
They pulled dates in February due to singer Kyle Falconer's charges for cocaine possession but he has denied the incident caused tension between band members.
When asked if the group felt let down, Falconer said: "Not at all. They were thankful for the time off." Webster also insisted he "wasn't bothered by it".
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/The-View.aspx
Art Brut return to the studio
[source.NME.com] Art Brut have been locked in the recording studio readying the follow-up to 2005 debut album Bang Bang Rock & Roll.
With a working title of It's A Bit Complicated, the new record, due on Monday June 11, features the production talents of Dan Swift, who has worked with the likes of Kasabian, The Futureheads and Franz Ferdinand.
Standout tracks include "Direct Hit", "People In Love" and "I Will Survive".
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Art-Brut.aspx
The Killers halt third album
[source.NME.com] The Killers have told fans they will have to wait patiently for a third album.
In an interview with Billboard, guitarist Dave Keuning said recording won't begin until mid-2008, although he confirmed they have already started rehearsing for new ideas.
Speaking of the band's plans, Keuning said they have been "jamming here and there in soundcheck" but the recording is "at least a year off".
"A lot of people are dying to know what the third album's going to sound like, and I can't answer that," he added.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Killers-The.aspx
Green Day to appear in The Simpsons movie
The Simpsons creator Matt Groening has confirmed pop-punk trio Green Day will appear in the upcoming film version of the hit TV show.
Groening says he personally approached the band and has included them in the final two minutes of the film, which shows the band making a racket… much to the chagrin of bartender Moe.
"I will publicly acknowledge that Green Day are in the movie," Groening told MTV. "They're really good sports and I think we both honour them and 'Simpsonise' them. You can take that however you want. They're really nice guys."
The movie is due in cinemas later this year.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Green-Day.aspx
Michael Jackson labels sister a "slaughter hog"
After piling on the pounds in 2006 to take on an acting role, US pop singer Janet Jackson has confessed megastar bother Michael taunted her about her body.
Now back to the slim body she's renowned for, Janet told American TV show Access Hollywood the "king of pop" bullied her into getting into shape.
"He called me names," she said. "You don't even want to know! They're not very nice – slaughter hog, that's not very nice. There, I told you one. I'm not telling you any more. It gave me a complex. I've got issues."
Meanwhile, the Jackson family have threatened to hold up a charity auction by Universal Express Inc, who plan on auctioning Jackson family memorabilia at a massive event in Las Vegas later this month. The Jacksons are questioning the validity of much of the items, but Universal Express CEO Richard Altomare insisted it's all real.
"We own the property definitively," he said, "and this unwarranted interference may result in substantial damages. Five charities will participate in the results of the auction. I sincerely hope that these children counting on the auction will not be disappointed."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Michael-Jackson.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Janet-Jackson.aspx
Jimmy Barnes back in hospital
Having recently undergone heart surgery to fix a faulty valve he's had since childhood, former Cold Chisel frontman Jimmy Barnes has been forced back to St Vincent's in Darlinghurst for further treatment.
The rocker, who was forced to return to hospital just two shows into his current solo tour, admitted he went back to work with a little bit too much gusto.
"It is from working too hard," the 51-year-old singer said from his hospital bed. "When I got back to work, I powered into it… I went too hard."
After feeling pains in his chest on Wednesday, Barnes was diagnosed with Dressler's syndrome, a problem that occurs when "the sac around your heart is inflamed". He should be out of hospital within a week.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Jimmy-Barnes.aspx
Blondie singer says Phil Spector pulled gun
With legendary producer Phil Spector currently on trial for murder, Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry has revealed the producer once pulled a gun on her.
Renowned for inventing the "wall of sound" production effect and working with the likes of Tina Turner, The Righteous Brothers and The Ronettes, Spector is accused of shooting actress Lana Clarkson at his home back in 2003.
Now Harry has revealed she had her own frightening encounter with the 67-year-old, after meeting him when he was working with The Ramones.
"He pulled a gun," Harry recalled. "That notorious thing he does. He stuck it in my boot. And he went 'Bang!'. I was like, 'Erm, thank you'.
"I thought, 'Get me out of here! I want to go home!'. It's his shtick, you know, but why would a person be walking around carrying a .45 automatic in their home?"
Spector's trial continues.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Blondie.aspx
The Used return for Taste Of Chaos
The popular Taste Of Chaos tour is heading back Down Under once again this spring.
The Rockstar™ Energy Drink Taste Of Chaos Tour will hit Australia and New Zealand in October for the third time, with The Used, Rise Against, Aiden, Escape The Fate, The Bled and Gallows all along for the ride. Meanwhile, local bands can win a spot on the tour thanks to TOC's Battle Of The Bands competition, giving homegrown talent a chance to play in front of thousands of fans.
Tickets to Taste Of Chaos go on sale Monday May 28.
Tour dates:
Friday October 19 – Burswood Dome, Perth
Sunday October 21 – Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Tuesday October 23 – Vodafone Arena, Melbourne
Thursday October 25 – Sydney Entertainment Centre
Friday October 26 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Sunday October 28 – St James Theatre, Auckland
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Used-The.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Rise-Against.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Escape-The-Fate.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Aiden.aspx
Lily Allen lashes out at fashion magazines
UK pop singer Lily Allen reckons beauty and fashion mag editors have a lot to answer for, including the current "size zero" trend.
Unveiling her very own range of prom dresses, sneakers and accessories at UK chain store New Look last week, the "Smile" singer (who's headed back to Australia for Splendour In The Grass) said the too-skinny trend has got to stop.
"If fashion editors put bigger models in their magazines, then maybe girls wouldn't be sticking their fingers down their throats so much," Allen announced. "It makes me so angry. They should think more about what they're doing to the younger generation."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Lily-Allen.aspx
[source.NME.com] The Game has been arrested in Los Angeles on suspicion of making criminal threats.
Although precise details are unknown, a spokeswoman for the Los Angeles Police Department revealed the rapper's detention related to an incident that happened in February. The 27-year-old (real name: Jayceon Taylor) is alleged to have made the threats following a three-hour search of his Glendale home.
After being freed on US$50,000 police bail, The Game told a film crew outside his home he was not guilty and that he loved California.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Game-The.aspx
The View speak about US visa trouble
[source.NME.com] The View have spoken about their US visa troubles after twice having to cancel tours to the country.
They pulled dates in February due to singer Kyle Falconer's charges for cocaine possession but he has denied the incident caused tension between band members.
When asked if the group felt let down, Falconer said: "Not at all. They were thankful for the time off." Webster also insisted he "wasn't bothered by it".
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/The-View.aspx
Art Brut return to the studio
[source.NME.com] Art Brut have been locked in the recording studio readying the follow-up to 2005 debut album Bang Bang Rock & Roll.
With a working title of It's A Bit Complicated, the new record, due on Monday June 11, features the production talents of Dan Swift, who has worked with the likes of Kasabian, The Futureheads and Franz Ferdinand.
Standout tracks include "Direct Hit", "People In Love" and "I Will Survive".
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Art-Brut.aspx
The Killers halt third album
[source.NME.com] The Killers have told fans they will have to wait patiently for a third album.
In an interview with Billboard, guitarist Dave Keuning said recording won't begin until mid-2008, although he confirmed they have already started rehearsing for new ideas.
Speaking of the band's plans, Keuning said they have been "jamming here and there in soundcheck" but the recording is "at least a year off".
"A lot of people are dying to know what the third album's going to sound like, and I can't answer that," he added.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Killers-The.aspx
Green Day to appear in The Simpsons movie
The Simpsons creator Matt Groening has confirmed pop-punk trio Green Day will appear in the upcoming film version of the hit TV show.
Groening says he personally approached the band and has included them in the final two minutes of the film, which shows the band making a racket… much to the chagrin of bartender Moe.
"I will publicly acknowledge that Green Day are in the movie," Groening told MTV. "They're really good sports and I think we both honour them and 'Simpsonise' them. You can take that however you want. They're really nice guys."
The movie is due in cinemas later this year.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Green-Day.aspx
Michael Jackson labels sister a "slaughter hog"
After piling on the pounds in 2006 to take on an acting role, US pop singer Janet Jackson has confessed megastar bother Michael taunted her about her body.
Now back to the slim body she's renowned for, Janet told American TV show Access Hollywood the "king of pop" bullied her into getting into shape.
"He called me names," she said. "You don't even want to know! They're not very nice – slaughter hog, that's not very nice. There, I told you one. I'm not telling you any more. It gave me a complex. I've got issues."
Meanwhile, the Jackson family have threatened to hold up a charity auction by Universal Express Inc, who plan on auctioning Jackson family memorabilia at a massive event in Las Vegas later this month. The Jacksons are questioning the validity of much of the items, but Universal Express CEO Richard Altomare insisted it's all real.
"We own the property definitively," he said, "and this unwarranted interference may result in substantial damages. Five charities will participate in the results of the auction. I sincerely hope that these children counting on the auction will not be disappointed."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Michael-Jackson.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Janet-Jackson.aspx
Jimmy Barnes back in hospital
Having recently undergone heart surgery to fix a faulty valve he's had since childhood, former Cold Chisel frontman Jimmy Barnes has been forced back to St Vincent's in Darlinghurst for further treatment.
The rocker, who was forced to return to hospital just two shows into his current solo tour, admitted he went back to work with a little bit too much gusto.
"It is from working too hard," the 51-year-old singer said from his hospital bed. "When I got back to work, I powered into it… I went too hard."
After feeling pains in his chest on Wednesday, Barnes was diagnosed with Dressler's syndrome, a problem that occurs when "the sac around your heart is inflamed". He should be out of hospital within a week.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Jimmy-Barnes.aspx
Blondie singer says Phil Spector pulled gun
With legendary producer Phil Spector currently on trial for murder, Blondie frontwoman Debbie Harry has revealed the producer once pulled a gun on her.
Renowned for inventing the "wall of sound" production effect and working with the likes of Tina Turner, The Righteous Brothers and The Ronettes, Spector is accused of shooting actress Lana Clarkson at his home back in 2003.
Now Harry has revealed she had her own frightening encounter with the 67-year-old, after meeting him when he was working with The Ramones.
"He pulled a gun," Harry recalled. "That notorious thing he does. He stuck it in my boot. And he went 'Bang!'. I was like, 'Erm, thank you'.
"I thought, 'Get me out of here! I want to go home!'. It's his shtick, you know, but why would a person be walking around carrying a .45 automatic in their home?"
Spector's trial continues.
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Blondie.aspx
The Used return for Taste Of Chaos
The popular Taste Of Chaos tour is heading back Down Under once again this spring.
The Rockstar™ Energy Drink Taste Of Chaos Tour will hit Australia and New Zealand in October for the third time, with The Used, Rise Against, Aiden, Escape The Fate, The Bled and Gallows all along for the ride. Meanwhile, local bands can win a spot on the tour thanks to TOC's Battle Of The Bands competition, giving homegrown talent a chance to play in front of thousands of fans.
Tickets to Taste Of Chaos go on sale Monday May 28.
Tour dates:
Friday October 19 – Burswood Dome, Perth
Sunday October 21 – Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Tuesday October 23 – Vodafone Arena, Melbourne
Thursday October 25 – Sydney Entertainment Centre
Friday October 26 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Sunday October 28 – St James Theatre, Auckland
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Used-The.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Rise-Against.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Escape-The-Fate.aspx
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Aiden.aspx
Lily Allen lashes out at fashion magazines
UK pop singer Lily Allen reckons beauty and fashion mag editors have a lot to answer for, including the current "size zero" trend.
Unveiling her very own range of prom dresses, sneakers and accessories at UK chain store New Look last week, the "Smile" singer (who's headed back to Australia for Splendour In The Grass) said the too-skinny trend has got to stop.
"If fashion editors put bigger models in their magazines, then maybe girls wouldn't be sticking their fingers down their throats so much," Allen announced. "It makes me so angry. They should think more about what they're doing to the younger generation."
http://bigpondmusic.com/Artist/Lily-Allen.aspx
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