Yes folks they are arranging for the DVD release of Michael Jackson's final rehearsal for the planned comeback concert. The footage showed no sign that the superstar was sick whatsoever as he performed better than the much younger dancers.
Randy Philips, a promoter from AEG Live said: "He was riveting. I thought this was going to be his greatest live show ever produced. He was so great I got goosebumps."
Ed Alonzo, one of the organizers said: "It was an amazing show. The thing was just days away from being perfected. It was incredible. Even though it was just a walk-through with the dancers, his moves were dead-on the same Michael Jackson we saw through the years in music videos. He wasn't singing full-out, but he was singing. I feel so blessed to see the only performance of this concert."
Billboard charts are being shaken by phenomenal sales increase of Michael Jackson's albums. The music marketplace almost instantaneously feel the impact of the superstar's passing. Public demand for Jackson's albums are incredibly high and a lot of brick and mortar retailers are already starting to run out of stocks.
Music stores iTunes and Amazon report that Jackson's songs are now shooting the best sellers list. At one point last Friday 9 out of 10 top selling albums in iTunes were Jackson's.
Albums like "Number Ones", "The Essential Michael Jackson", "Thriller" (extended) alongside "Dangerous", "Bad" and "Off the Wall" are expected to conquer Billboard's top charts next week. There are indications that the "Number Ones" album will make it to the No.1 spot.
It was revealed that Madonna had plans to join the 'King of Pop' on stage for his comeback tour. The diva's manager said that a surprise appearance was being considered at one of Michael Jackson's O2 arena concerts (scheduled on July 13). FREE Michael Jackson/Madonna mp3/iPod songs here
On his Twitter page, Madonna's manager Guy Oseary said: "The moment that never happened: A month ago Madonna told me she wanted to do a surprise performance at one of Michael's UK shows..."
Madonna "can't stop crying" upon hearing the news on Michael Jackson's death. There had been great anticipation on the collaboration of the two superstars, in fact they talked about recording a duet for Dangerous, the late singer's 1991 album. The plan did not materialize since Jackson reportedly thought the diva's ideas were too provocative.
Craig Harvey,spokesperson for the L.A. County coroner's office released an initial autopsy report on Michael Jackson on June 26, 2009 at 3:30 p.m. He said: "The coroner has concluded the autopsy for Mr. Michael Jackson. The cause of death has been deferred."
The coroner, according to Harvey, had not found "indication of any external trauma or indication of foul play on the body." The cause of death at this moment however, could not be determined. An estimate of four to six weeks more will be needed to test Jackson's brain, pulmonary system and possible substances present in the icon's body at the time of his death. FREE Michael Jackson mp3/iPod songs here
Jackson's use of medications was "extensive" says Brian Oxman, a former counsel for the family. Oxman also said that the singer's alleged drug dependence was enabled by those who surrounded him.
TMZ.com, a celebrity gossip website, said that a Jackson family member told them that the icon had been receiving Demerol (narcotic painkiller) injections on a daily basis.
Indiana University cardiologist, Dr. Douglas Zipes explained that in high doses, Demerol can slow down respiration to the point of suffocation, depriving the heart of much needed oxygen resulting to sudden death. If the patient is dehydrated, Demerol can cause sudden heart stoppage.
Looking at another angle, reports say that Michael Jackson had been intensely doing his comeback concert rehearsals before his death. Whether he was left dehydrated due to the strain was not yet confirmed.
Michael Jackson, the man behind 'Thriller', known as the best selling album of all time died from cardiac arrest Thursday (CNN has confirmed).
According to brother Randy Jackson, the 'King of Pop' collapsed at his home in the Holmby Hills (Los Angeles), California about noon Pacific time. He died at UCLA Medical Center.
Rev. Al Sharpton said: "Michael Jackson made culture accept a person of color." To say an 'icon' would only give these young people in Harlem a fraction of what he was. He was a historic figure that people will measure music and the industry by." FREE Michael Jackson mp3/iPod songs here
The icon's story of rise and fall is among the most talked about in the music industry. He was the frontman of Jackson 5, the band created and formed in the 1960's with his brothers under the watchful eyes of Joe, his father. Michael was already doing solo by the late '70s and leading the charts with songs like "Rock With You" and "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough."
RememberingMichael Jackson:
* August 29, 1958, Michael was born to Joe Jackson and wife Katherine. * 1964, at age 6, he joined Jackson 5. * 1968, Jackson 5 was signed to Motown. * 1969, his first television appearance. * 1972, he made it to No. 1 as a solo artist with "Ben". * 1978, he played scarecrow in the movie version of "The Wiz". * 1979, he release the album "Off The Wall". * In 1982, he made seven hit singles with the release of his album "Thriller." The album became the best-selling album of all time with more than 50 million copies sold.
* 1987, the album "Bad" was released, selling close to what "Thriller" made. * 1991, release of the album "Dangerous", debuted at the top spot but unfortunately produced only one hit single "Black or White." * 1993, he entered an out-of-court settlement for his first child-molestation charge. * 1995, the greatest hits 2-CD "HIStory" was released but did not sell much. * 2001, release of "Invincible", the album did even worse. * 2005, Michael was acquitted on charges of child-molestation. * 2008, a series of the icon's concerts at London's 02 arena was announced but were later postponed until 2010. * 2009, Michael Jackson, 'The King of Pop' died of cardiac arrest. He was 50.
He is survived by his children, Prince Michael I, Paris and Prince Michael II.
Photographs showing Courtney Love in New York not in her top shape raised concerns on the singer's health.
A concerned fan saw her and commented: "Courtney looked worryingly thin, like skin and bones. Her figure is so tiny that it made head look too big for her body."
Eating problems and fluctuating weight are some of the singer's current health issues. Had it not for the doctors saying she was not fat enough, she would have had gastric band fitted to lessen food intake earlier this year.
Courtney Love-widow of Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain said: "If I could get a gastric band I would. I've heard it's a lot of vomiting and a pain in the a*s, but it's still easier than a diet."
After allegedly attacking Perez Hilton, THE TOUR manager of Black Eyed Peas was charge with assault. The incident resulted from alleged argument with Fergie and Will.i.am outside the Cobra nightclub in Toronto.
In his Twitter page, Hilton wrote:"I'm in shock. I need the police ASAP." He then made an update saying "I was assaulted by Will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas and his security guards. I am bleeding. Please, I need to file a police report. No joke."
Later it was known that Polo Molina, the singer's manager who attacked him, as per the blogger's video posted on his website.
According to Toronto police, Molina has been charged with assault after turning himself in.
Posting his video online, Will.i.am responded to Perez Hilton's allegations saying "I didn't hit you. I told you that I didn't like the fact that you disrespected us. It's cool to have your opinion." He went on claiming that Mario Lavendeira's (Perez Hilton) acts is just for publicity saying: "Instead of calling the police you twittered that I assaulted you. Sounds like somebody wants mad attention and is not really concerned about his health."
Contrary to the Black Eyed Peas singer, Hilton said "I would never make something like this up, or try to use something like this for press, because I don't need it." "I called the police BEFORE I Tweeted about it. They were no showing up. I felt helpless."
Amy Winehouse love the Caribbean island of St. Lucia and reports said that she applied for permanent resident status.
A source mentioned "Amy loves St. Lucia and never wants to leave. She thinks the island has done her the world of good and she's writing more than ever." FREE Amy Winehouse mp3/iPod songs here
Her application is now being reviewed since St Lucian officials claim that they are aware of Amy's intention to live there permanently. Janis (her mother), said that staying in the island, being out in the sun made the singer more "happy" and "relaxed".
There is a bit of a problem though, since a former government adviser is said to be urging the nation's officials not to grant Amy Winehouse's residency for the reason that she's a "dangerous influence" on the country's youth.
An announcement was made that a second London date would be added to the upcoming November 21st The Jonas Brothers World Tour 2009. FREE Jonas Brothers mp3/iPod songs here
The band broke into UK with their first performance at Wembley Arena where11,000 tickets sold out within just 24 hours. They were honored by overwhelming reception as they gave out materials from their new album 'Lines, Vines and Trying Times' including hit songs 'SOS' and 'Lovebug'. The show also featured Disney Channel star, Demi Lovato. Their new album was released Monday June 15 in the UK.
After performing to sold out crowds in US, Canada and South America; Birmingham, Manchester and Newcastle will be the new stops included in the The Jonas Brothers World Tour 2009.
All across Europe and major territories around the world, Placebo conquered the charts with the release of their latest album 'Battle for the Sun'.
For the first time it took the number one spot in Germany, number one in nine other countries and top five in the rest. The album also made it to No.51, their first ever in the top 100 of Billboard US.
Creative and fan-driven pre-release and digital campaign was the major factor in the band's success. They offer free track downloads and access to the new record prior to the release through their website Placeboworld.co.uk
Placebo will be featured in the iTunes Festival in London, UK on 14th July. Fans can also catch them in 25 European festival events this summer.
For $30 Madonna Louise Ciccone Ritchie (Diva's real name) posed nude for Photographer Martin Schreiber. That was in 1979 when she modeled to pay her dance school fees. Several years later, she was already on the cover of Time Magazine more than enough reason for Martin to dug out his private portraits and had them offered to Playboy Magazine.
In 1985 September issue, the magazine company published the materials skyrocketing the photographer to fame.
Now, after thirty years and in celebration of Madonna's Sticky and Sweet Tour on July 4 and 5, Seven Dials, will be hosting the London premiere of The Madonna Nudes - 30th Anniversary exhibition. A collection of 1979 intimate photos of the pop Diva.
An array of black and white photographs framed Madonna's perfect skin and toned body, an absolute collectors' items available from GBP3,400.
For those interested in the exclusive MadonnaNudes memorabilia but are not willing to shell out thousands; books, postcards, and original copies of the 1985 Playboy Magazine are available from GBP1. (www.impureart.com for details) FREE Madonna mp3/iPod songs here
After five years of marriage, the 'Piano Man' Billy Joel and wife Katie Lee confirmed they're splitting up.
In a joint statement the couple said "This decision is the result of much thought and consideration." "Billy and Katie remain caring friends, with admiration and respect for each other."
What's goin' around are speculations that Lee had been linked romantically to Yigal Azrouel, the fashion designer who had been with her to several events while Joel was on tour.
Claire Mercuri (Joel's publicist) denies the speculation, saying that the couple arrived at the decision only in the past two weeks.
Joel and Lee first met in the bar of the Peninsula Hotel and in 2004, less than two years later, they married at Joel's Centre Island estate.
Billy Joel was 55 and Lee 23 when they married and about the age, Lee said "Obviously there's a big age difference, but he's very immature and I'm very mature, so we meet in the middle." FREE Billy Joel mp3/iPod songs here
Living in Los Angeles while working on her new album, Leona Lewis is negotiating to purchase a converted barn in Hertfordshire, east England. The property has a tag of GBP1 million.
"Leona can't wait to return to the UK full-time and is keen to buy herself a nice country home rather than purchase anywhere in town. She spotted a converted barn, which she loves. It would be ideal as it's still close enough for her to commute into London for work and to see her family, yet it's private enough for her to have some time to herself. She wants to be able to enjoy some time away from the spotlight and do normal things like go to the shops for a pint of milk." (from a source of Britain's The Sun)
Reports said that the singer is looking into settling down with her boyfriend Lou Al-Chamaa and having thought of moving to US for good. Being homesick changed her mind explaining "I've missed EastEnders, my family and being able to walk to the shops."
Leona Lewis said "Yes marriage could be on the cards soon, we'll have to wait and see." November is the release of her new album.
After recovering from head injury, Aerosmith will be rejoined by their very own guitarist.
Suffering internal bleeding after hitting his head while getting out of his sports car, Brad Whitford had to miss some dates of the band's U.S. tour. The move was to give him enough time to recover after undergoing surgery. Aerosmith had Bobby Schneck a former Green Day as replacement.
Joe Perry (Whitford's bandmate) said "It built up pressure and gave him this whoppin' headache. He's not prone to getting migraines, so knew something was wrong. He went right in, they did what they had to do, and now he's getting better."
On the second half of the band's Aerosmith's Guitar Hero: Aerosmith Presents shows, Whitford will rejoin the group to perform on stage. DownloadFREE Aerosmith songs here
Miley Cyrus made statements clearing accusations that she allegedly hang up on a radio station phone interview.
She allegedly cut the interview short when Florida's MJ Morning Show DJ reportedly offended her when he began asking Cyrus about Jamie Foxx comments "..she should make sex tape...do some heroin...and become lesbian."
The Hanna Montana star said that she ran out of time and denied reports that she slammed the phone down the moment tricky questions came out.
On her Twitter.com page, she said "There's a little drama because apparently I hung up on a radio station today and I hate to say that's not true. YES, I am sorry if anyone thought I "hung up" on them. The peeps at the radio stations are friends, we know each other well and have a great relationship. I'm sorry if anything was miscommunicated, taken out of context, or misunderstood."
Miley Cyrus said that she had specific time frames and time limit set for each station and if one goes over time, she is IMMEDIATELY connected to next station.
On September 1 Black Crowes will return with the album "Before the Frost" and it's great news for the fans for whoever purchased the record will be given a special download code for "Until The Freeze" the band's second album.
Produced by Paul Stacey, the albums were done in Woodstock, New York. Stacey also collaborated with the Black Crowes in "The Lost Crowes" (2006) and "Warpaint" (2008).
Black Crowes lead singer Chris Robinson talks about the release method and the special recording set-up and said "I think we fulfilled a musical commitment to continue on the golden road of artistic independence. Approaching 20 years into our careers, we still are ambitious enough to push ourselves to create something unique that we have never done before."
After the lower court's refusal last April, the Supreme Court of Appeal allowed pop icon Madonna to adopt Mercy James from Malawi. Residency issue was the reason the star was denied of the adoption earlier, but it was overruled knowing that last year she adopted her son David (also from Malawi).
According to Chief Justice Lovemore Munlo, the residency issue was a narrow interpretation of old laws since in a modern globalized world one can be a resident of more than one place at a time. Consideration should also be given to Madonna's selfless commitment to the welfare of less fortunate children.
Raising Malawi is the charity founded by Madonna providing medical care, education and feeding program for one million orphans of the country.
On June 24, Noah and the Whale will be having a live show at central London. Prior to that, the band is generous enough to give their fans a special preview of the live act. There is a twist though, since not until 24 hours before the preview, the exact place of the gig remains hidden.
The gig will feature live Noah and the Whale's new material as a result of the band's recording since the beginning of 2009. The show will also bring classic hits for the fans and a new kind of style without the female vocal.
The campaign Crisis Hidden Gigs will run through May and June, this will give fans the unique musical experience to witness premium acts at unusual places. Social awareness to the situation of homeless people who always wonder where they will end up each night, is the purpose of the "Crisis."
On Chris Brown's June 22 hearing, the "Umbrella" star Rihanna will be present to testify against him on his alleged February assault.
"Rihanna was served at my office by Los Angeles District Attorney investigators. If the preliminary hearing indeed goes forward, she is now legally required to be there, she will be there and will answer questions truthfully".....Donald Etra (Rihanna's counsel).
Chris pleaded not guilty to felony assault and making threats which made gathering enough evidence for a trial the aim of the upcoming hearing.
Jeffery Rubenstein (Defense lawyer) explained:"Rihanna's testimony can make or break the case. Her willingness to testify and be truthful about what happened is a step closer to convicting Chris. On the other hand, if prosecutors fail to present a case, Geragos (Chris' counsel) can seek to dismiss or reduce the charges on the spot."
Geragos argued that Chris won't be able to get a fair trial due to leaked pictures allegedly showing Rihanna's injuries to a website.
From paparazzo to back-up dancers, Britney Spears has now found love with Jason Trawick, her agent.
Last year Jamie Spears, Britney's strict dad took legal management of the star's personal and financial affair is said to be in the same page with his daughter regarding the new man. "He's the best thing that has happened to her."
In the past few months Trawick and Spears have been seen together. The agent even accompanied her in a trip to Bahamas with her sons last May. Presently they are in "The Circus Starring Britney Spears" tour in London.
Kenny Rankin, the singer-songwriter behind "Peaceful"(for Helen Reddy), died Sunday of lung cancer at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in L.A., he was 69.
More than five decades of glorious career, he played part of Bob Dylan's back up band responsible for the 1965 "Bringing It All Back Home" album. Kenny Rankin's recording years peaked in the mid-'70s, when LPs "Inside," "Silver Morning," and "The Kenny Rankin Album" was released.
His covers of the Beatles hits pleased Paul McCartney that he ask Rankin to do a medley of them during McCartney's Songwriters Hall of Fame induction in 1987.
Kenny Rankin was born Feb.10, 1940, he grew up in New York City. As a teenager he released a few singles under Decca Records. He later joined Columbia Records.
Kanye's self belief that music could still be pushed using different sounds and instruments inspired Coldplay's Chris Martin.
"That's what I really admire about Kanye, for all the flak he gets, I feel so inspired by his confidence. He knows that there's been all this history of music, but he still believes he can do something that no one else has done. That for me, is a liberating idea" ....Chris Martin relating to Philadelphia Inquirer.
While on a U.S. tour, Martin said he was still hungry to write more music, but the band is looking to have a break before new recordings to follow 'Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends' of 2008.
It's gonna be London's Wembley Stadium with Girls Aloud and Jay-Z later this year for Coldplay.
September 2009 is the new release date of "Hook Me Up" The Veronicas' new album.
North American tour is currently the commitment of twin sisters Lisa and Jessica Origliasso which cause the delay. The change is also a strategic move designed to make the release and The Veronicas' U.K. tour coincide with each other.
"Untouched", a cut from the "Hook Me Up" album, is doing well and currently at No.8 in the singles chart. Earning 1.6 million download sales, it's a certified Gold in the States. "Untouched" also pushed the "Hook Me Up" album to No.2 spot on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
Apart from the tour, The Veronicas are in the driver's seat of a new reality show for MTV.
A lot of people can't get enough of Drake, such a great artist that one of his albums is selling but the problem is, he did not release it.
"The Girls Love Drake", featuring selections from the rapper's mixtape "So Far Gone" and some other tracks is an unauthorized album. It was released 28 of May by Canadian Money Entertainment and distributed by the (IODA) Independent Online Distribution Alliance on Amazon, iTunes and Rhapsody.
A cease-and-desist notice was sent to iTunes after Drake's camp found the album. Drake's manager Al Branch, is making arrangements for the removal of the album from Amazon and Rhapsody as well.
Drake plans to file a case against Canadian Money Entertainment which according to the artist is not connected with Him or Young Money (owned by Lil Wayne) in which he is affiliated.
Less than three weeks to go for Demi Lovato's first summer tour and she's really on to the music. The nine-week gig starts off 21 of June in Hartford, Conn., with David Archuleta opening (Billboard.com). Lovato said "I feel like it's more about the music, so I don't want to take away from that."
Demi's 2008 "Don't Forget" debut album is where most of the songs in tour will be taken. "I'm thinking about either going really nice, '80's rock, or maybe soulful like Aretha (Franklin)," Lovato says.
Some of the songs in the tour will be from her new album (untitled yet and scheduled to be released in July) which according to her is more soulful. In this new project Demi collaborated with Nick Jonas, John Mayer, Jon McLaughlin and William Beckett.
"I think 'Don't Forget' was a lot more Jonas sounding." "It had a little more of their feel on it. But this album is just me".....Demi Lovato.
With the success of "Hanna Montana" film, Miley Cyrus revealed plans for her North American tour this fall. Metro Station will be featured as opening act, the tour kicks off 14 September in Portland, Oregon and closes in Miami on the 2nd of December.
This is gonna be the first since the 2007-2008 "Best of Both Worlds" which grossed $55,245,879 and sold more than 990,000 tickets to 70 shows (Billboard Boxscore). Billboard Touring Awards of 2008 named Miley Cyrus as Breakthrough Artist.
In a drive to limit ticket scalping, Ticketmaster will be launching an experiment with the Cyrus tour using paperless ticketing system. The system would mean that the purchasing fans will not receive physical tickets for the event, instead they will be required to bring the credit card they used for the purchase and a photo I.D. to enter the venue.
Nelly's friend and St.Lunatics crew rapper Ortega Henderson died last week from gun shot wound complications. The 25-year-old Tega succumbed to injuries at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St.Louis, he was shot May 16.
Kiyjuan Henderson (St.Lunatics' associate) confirmed the news and said; "He got mixed up in the streets, but he was so talented, we thought we could pull him out of it". "He was on the right path for a minute, but times are hard and he started getting around the wrong people." Details on the shooting is yet to be released.
Ortega Henderson popularly known as "Tega" was a rising rapper in St. Louis. He was with the group Da Camp and affiliated with St. Lunatics member Murphy Lee for a wider exposure.
Tega already had troubles with the authorities in the past including tampering with a motor vehicle and charges on illegal weapons use.
Sade Adu, an influential soul singer returns to the studio for the first time since 2000's "Lover's Rock".
Cottonbelly a.k.a. Stuart Matthewman (Sade's band mate), confirms that something is in progress but still in its "early days" and won't be closed to finished until "later in the year".
"Lover's Rock" in 2000 sold 3,881,000 copies in the U.S. alone. "Love Deluxe"in 1992 sold 3,407,000. According to Nielsen Soundscan, Sade has sold nearly 17 million units since her "Diamond Life" debut in 1985.
Come June 3 Live Nation will scrap service fees for lawn and amphitheater tickets in a one-day promotion. People are already taking it as the biggest ever promotion considering it's just a 24 hour event.
This promo is available at amphitheater shows ticketed by LiveNation.com and at LiveNation.com site.
There will be special "No Service Fee Wednesdays" at LiveNation.com throughout summer which is of course not valid in combo with other special pricing. Concerts with no service fees (by LiveNation) include Coldplay, No Doubt, Blink 182, Nickelback, Depeche Mode and others.
