JLS

JLS's next single that is due to be released in America will feature Shontelle.
Production duo The Runners posted a message on Twitter claiming that the Shontelle featured on the track ‘Ay Mama’ then Shontelle re-posted the message, adding: “SURPRISE!!!!”
According to the producers the single will be released in America on 14th September.

JLS have continued their attempt to crack the American market despite thier first single ‘Everybody In Love’ failing to make an impact.

The Saturdays

The Saturdays have finally recorded a track with Flo Rida after being denied a No.1 single because of him TWICE!
The group thanked him for featuring on the song via a letter... It read: “"We are sorry we couldn't be around today - we are gutted to have missed you!... “We want to thank you so much for doing the track with us. We are so excited that you are a part of it! Have an amazing time shooting the video and we hope to meet you really soon.”
Flo Rida responded by tweeting: “Thank you for the letter and the opportunity to collab with you! the song is a smash.”

Band member Rochelle Wiseman recently joked that they should collaborate with Flo Rida to get a number one single after being beaten by him on two occasions... See, careful what you wish for!

Lady GaGa & Scissor Sisters

Lady GaGa has reportedly agreed to collaborate with the Scissor Sisters on an upcoming song.
Reports suggest that frontman Jake Shears met the Lady Gaga at Sir Elton John's White Tie and Tiara Ball back in June and they have both been negotiating the details of the project since the meeting, and are in the final stages of reaching an agreement.
Would love to see this happen – the results would be fantastic!

Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson has been named the most downloaded artist in the world.
According to a music channel data from the Nokia Ovi Music Store places Michael Jackson ahead of Lady GaGa, Elvis Presley, the Black Eyed Peas and Rihanna.
Michael Jackson is reportedly most popular in India, where 26% of all Ovi downloads are of his songs.

Kimberly Wyatt

Kimberly Wyatt has revealed that she is open to the idea of a future reunion with the Pussycat Dolls.
Kimberly left the Pussycat Dolls back in February this year.
Speaking to a national newspaper Kimberly said that despite previous conflicts she would consider rejoining her former bandmates to experience the ‘electric’ energy that the group once shared.
She said: “It's just too soon right now. Give us a few more years and we'll see what happens... “There are many things that tell me no, but I think about the energy of being with those girls on stage. When you put all of us together, it's pretty electric. Maybe one day.” ... “I'm really excited for Nicole and everything that she's doing. It's been nice to step away and put everything to rest. I've become very content with everything that's happened in the past... “I'm thankful for each and every one of those girls.”

Kylie Minogue

Kylie Minogue has premiered her new American single ‘Get Outta My Way’.
Kylie performed the single on the first semi-final results episode of ‘America's Got Talent’ earlier this week.’
Kylie looked as stunning as ever in a short black dress with gold accessories and shoes, and performed a brand new routine for the track using chairs, as she sung a montage of all her music videos was played in the background.

Since her performance on the TV show the single has already entered the US iTunes chart!

U2

Tut tut ... It’s being reported that U2 have been fined following a rehearsal in Barcelona last year.
A spokesperson for the city's town hall has reportedly said that the band was fined $22,000 (£14,147) for rehearsing too loudly and beyond their scheduled time in June 2009.
It has been reported that the group played for 2 hours beyond their scheduled rehearsal finish time of 10pm ahead of their concert at the Camp Nou stadium on their ‘360’ world tour.
They reportedly also played at sound levels that exceeded those set by Spanish authorities and a complaint was lodged by nearby residents.

Katy Perry

Katy Perry has donated pillows and blankets to people waiting to see her perform... Fans are camping out in order to see Katy play a free concert at an outdoor plaza in New York City.
The gig is part of the promotion of her album ‘Teenage Dream’ on The Today Show (Tonight).
Katy Perry wrote on Twitter: “I had special ‘Teenage Dream’ pillows & blankys made just for those of you that are camping out for The Today Show! Yay!”... Nice to see some artists giving back to their fans and appreciating them! Good girl Katy!

McFly

McFly have revealed that they have almost completed their new album.
Taio Cruz has produced two tracks for the album (the title has yet to be announced) and the rest with US producer Dallas Austin.
Band member Harry Judd said: “We may have some additional production to do. There's half of it we haven't heard completely finished... “We've recorded most of it and left it with Dallas. He kind of works his magic with it and puts his synths on. So far the songs we've heard back we're really happy with.”
However, despite working with a pair of R&B-oriented producers on the album, the band insisted that they have not abandoned their old sound entirely, describing lead single ‘Party Girl’ as its most ‘extreme’ track.
Harry said: “There are a few [songs] on there that, if anything, are more old-school McFly than we had on ‘Radio:ACTIVE’”
Other band member Tom Fletcher added: “There's a lot of variety. Some songs are more soulful and sexy, and others are more ballady.”

McFly release their single ‘Party Girl’ on 6th September.

Limp Bizkit

Limp Bizkit have revealed that they have been good friends since reforming last year.
Limp Bizkit originally went on a break back in 2005 following an argument between lead singer Fred Durst and guitarist Wes Borland but have since said that their recent reunion has made them close friends.
Speaking to a music magazine Fred said: “The thing with the band right now is that we're not just getting along, we're actually all friends. That's the first time that's happened... “Something magical has been happening with us since early 2009.”
Fred also claimed that the band's reunion came as the result of them leaving a void in the industry that no other group could fill... “We all used to look at the void where we were and feel like nobody had really filled it in the time we were away - there's no other band in the world like Limp Bizkit... “There's definitely a place for a good, sincere, fun heavy rock band and we're happy to fill that slot once more.”

Limp Bizkit are due to play Leeds and Reading festivals this weekend.

US Charts

Eminem's ‘Recovery’ stays at No. 1 in the US Album charts for a seventh week after selling a further 116,000 copies (seriously, is there anybody who hasn’t got this album...?) ‘Recovery’ also earns its eighth consecutive week of selling at least 100,000 copies -- its entire chart life!
‘Recovery’ also notches the most weeks at No. 1 for a male artist's album since Usher’s ‘Confessions’ stay at No.1 back in 2004
Eminem and Rihanna also remain at No.1 in the US singles chart for a 6th week!

Top 5 U.S Albums:
5: Trace Adkins – ‘Cowboy’s back in town’
4: Iron Maiden – ‘The final frontier’
3: Ray Lamontange and The Pariah Dogs – ‘God willin & The creek don’t rise’
2: Kem – ‘Intimacy III’
1: Eminem – ‘Recovery’

Top 5 U.S Singles:
5: Usher & Pitbull – ‘DJ got us fallin’ in love’
4: Enrique Iglesias Feat... Pitbull – ‘I like it’
3: Katy Perry – ‘Teenage Dream’
2: Taio Cruz – ‘Dynamite’
1: Eminem & Rihanna – ‘Love the way you lie’

Overall album sales in this past chart week totalled 5.06 million up 2% compared to the sum last week (4.95 million) and down 11% compared to the comparable sales week of 2009 (5.70 million). Year to date album sales stand at 190.2 million, down 12% compared to the same total at this point last year (216.8 million).

Pixie Lott

Good News for American fans - Pixie Lott has finally released her debut single in America today! Pixie announced her first single in the States as ‘Boys And Girls’ which was released to iTunes today.
There was a lot of Speculation about what Pixie’s first American single would be after she announced plans to release a re-worked version of her debut album ‘Turn It Up’.
Pixie posted on her official Twitter account: “US Fans! Pixie's debut US single 'BOYS AND GIRLS' will be released digitally in the US tomorrow! Get ready for Pixiemania! RT!”

‘Boys And Girls’ was originally released in the UK last year and it peaked at No.1

Two tracks confirmed for the reworked LP are the Jason Derulo duet 'Coming Home' and ballad 'Broken Arrow', which Lott said will receive its official premiere today on Radio 1.

Alexandra Burke

Alexandra Burke has revealed that a tour is in the works and dates are due to be announced soon.
Speaking on Irish TV Alexandra said: "I'm coming back [to Ireland] for my tour next year - dates to be released in September and venues to be released in September... ‘It's going to be February more than January that I perform in Ireland so I'm really looking forward to it.’ – i could be tempted to go and see her!

U2 & Jay-Z

OMG! How lucky are the Australian’s ~ Jay-Z has agreed to be a special guest on U2’s Australian leg of their ‘360 Degrees tour’.
Jay-Z has previously toured the country by himself will reportedly take to the stage for about an hour before U2 perform in: Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Perth and also Auckland in New Zealand.
U2 and Jay-Z last collaborated in November last year when they performed ‘Sunday Bloody Sunday’ to a crowd at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.
U2’s manager Paul McGuinness told a national newspaper “It was important to the band that we were able to bring the whole 360 Degrees production to Australia and New Zealand so fans could experience the latest of U2's legendary productions.”
The tour will start in December.

Faithless

Faithless have addressed claims that they ‘sold out’ by deciding to collaborate with carmaker Fiat.
Faithless got together with Fiat to record an advert which doubles as the video for their single ‘Feelin' Good’... (and it’s a FANTASTIC single if you ask me!)
Sister Bliss insisted that the musicians maintain ‘a measure of artistic integrity’.
Speaking to music magazine she said: ‘I do believe we have a measure of artistic integrity, and we didn't want to do something that was kind of cheesy and obvious and crass... ‘There was a certain amount of – what can I say? – artistic conversations that went on.’
Maxi Jazz added: ‘It's a different world out there in terms of selling music [nowadays]. So if you want to get your music out there to people you have to try new avenues, as Prince has, as Radiohead have and as we are trying to do.’
I again personally this it’s FANTASTIC ...
Click to watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybXymsfIOLU

David Guetta

David Guetta has revealed that he was ‘star struck’ during his time in the recording studio with Madonna.
David confirmed last year that he was recording a track with Madonna admitted that he was nervous to meet the singer...
Speaking in a national newspaper he said: “It was the first time I was properly stars truck”
The new song will feature on a repackaged version of his ‘One Love’ album which is due to be released on 2nd October
On his upcoming collaborations, he said: “I am talking to Rihanna about doing a song but nothing is confirmed.”

Alexandra Burke

OMG, OMG, OMG... i could go on, and on, and on, and on on...
have you all seen Alexandra Burkes new video for ‘Start without you’...?
Well here, check it out... As for the song... what song... (okay it’s very Euro Pop – but hell, who cares!)

Click to watch ... Err i mean listen... http://www.youtube.com/user/alexandraofficialuk?blend=1&ob=4

Kelly Rowland

The FANTASTIC Kelly Rowland is reportedly filming 2 music videos in just 1 WEEK.
Kelly who just premiered her new UK single ‘Forever And A Day’ is shooting the promo for the track in addition to her US single ‘Grown Woman’.
Reports say that Kelly is filming the video for ‘Forever And A Day’ in Los Angeles this week, with ‘Grown Woman’ being shot over the weekend.

Kelly also this week revealed that separate US and International versions of her 3rd album will be released (as i reported on, on Wednesday!)

Her latest single is the 3rd to be produced by French DJ David Guetta.

Mark Ronson

Top DJ and Producer Mark Ronson has revealed that he quit partying after seeing pictures of himself drinking every day in the press...Mark revealed that he thought the media was portraying him in a negative way because he was associated with Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen.
A national newspaper quotes him as saying: “Look back at pictures of me from that time, I simply do not recognise myself. I'd go out for a beer after a gig and my photo would be everywhere the next day... “I was associated with Amy and Lily Allen because I'd worked with both of them... It must have looked like I was living this vapid lifestyle and just getting wasted every night.”
He also said that: “I've scaled back on the smoking and drinking. It's fun to have a beer but drinking Jack Daniel's before going on stage is a recipe for disaster. I don't miss the partying - I'm getting too much energy from the music I'm making.”

Shontelle

OMG I actually can’t believe I’m writing this but... Shontelle’s new single has been announced as ‘Perfect Nightmare’.

‘Perfect Nightmare’ is the second song to be taken from her upcoming sophomore album ‘No Gravity’ and will hit US radio stations on 31st August.

Shontelle recently revealed that she has been in the studio recording songs with Rihanna.‘

No Gravity’ is pencilled for release in November.

Lady GaGa

Lady GaGa has updated her fans Via Twitter by posted a picture of herself in a recording studio...
She updated fans on the progress of her new album admitting that she did not leave the studio last night.
She wrote: ‘Haven't left the studio. Each song I write, I feel closer to you. Miss you little monsters, little inspirations. X’ She then posted a picture of herself wrapped in a duvet in full make-up ... I can't wait to her new material!

Shayne Ward

Louis Walsh has reportedly admitted that he was ‘reluctant’ to let Shayne Ward go.
Louis managed Shayne’s career after the singer won ‘The X-Factor’ ... According to a national newspaper Louis said: ‘I thought Shayne had the X factor,’... ‘I thought he ticked every single box. He had the looks, the talent, the ability, the attitude and the ambition. I believed in him 100%... ‘I gave blood, sweat and tears in working with him - I absolutely did. Then there was no record, it all dried up.’
He continued: ‘There was nothing I could do at all. My hands were tied. I only wish him the best because I think he's a great guy. But I reluctantly had to let him go.’
Shayne Ward released his second album back in 2007, but its follow-up has been pushed back several times.
On the up side Shayne is still signed by record label Syco and latest reports suggest that his third album will be released in December.
Shayne has also just signed a deal with a management company and his new manager Alan Edwards is confident that he can still be a success saying: ‘I'm not surprised that Simon has not dropped Shayne because he really is a great singer,’ ... ‘When he offered to play me some of his new tracks, he blew me away... ‘I presumed it would be formulaic music, but it was very free feeling. I know Shayne's fans have missed him but music is art - it can't be rushed. I think that a bit of time between now and his last album could be an advantage - it puts a bit of distance between him and the show.’
Alan also confirmed that the album will have a Christmas release, which he claimed proves that the label is confident about the new material.

He added: ‘The record label are confident in the album because Shayne is a proper singer and has a real future. He is serious about singing, not about being a celebrity. That's why you haven't seen him attending red carpet events and premieres - that is not what he is about. Shayne is a substantial artist. I think he could go on for years.’

Madonna

OMG, OMG ... According to reports Madonna could earn $1 billion if she agrees to sign a five-year Vegas residency deal... I’ll book my ticket to Vegas now shall i...?
Madonna is said to be in talks with promoters which would see her follow in the footsteps of other Las Vegas acts including Elton John, Celine Dion and Cher...
According to a national newspaper the deal would push Madonna up the list of the highest paid female entertainers in the world to third position (behind Oprah Winfrey and Martha Stewart).
It is unclear whether the arrangement would conflict with her ten-year touring contract with Live Nation (signed in 2007 for a reported £80 million).

Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey has announced that she will record another Christmas album... The album will follow-up her 1994 album titled: ‘Merry Christmas’ (which became one of the best-selling Christmas albums ever).
This album will feature six new songs and a remake of her classic ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’.
It's pencilled in for a November release.

US Charts

Eminem's ‘Recovery’ goes back to No. 1 in the US Album charts after selling a further 133,000 copies, (seriously, is there anybody who hasn’t got this album...?) ‘Recovery’ also earns its eighth consecutive week of selling at least 100,000 copies -- its entire chart life!
Eminem and Rihanna also remain at No.1 in the US singles chart for a 5th week!

Top 5 U.S Albums:
5: Justin Bieber – ‘My Word 2.0’
4: Black Label Society – ‘Order of the black’
3: OST: - The Final Jam’
2: Arcade Fire – ‘The Suburbs’
1: Eminem – ‘Recovery’

Top 5 U.S Singles:
5: Katy Perry – ‘Teenage Dream’
4: Enrique Iglesias Feat... Pitbull – ‘I like it’
3: Katy Perry – ‘California Gurls’
2: Taio Cruz – ‘Dynamite’
1: Eminem & Rihanna – ‘Love the way you lie’

Overall album sales in this past chart week totalled 4.95 million down 6% compared to the sum last week (5.26 million) and down 16% compared to the comparable sales week of 2009 (5.88 million). Year to date album sales stand at 185.1 million, down 12% compared to the same total at this point last year (211.1 million).

Tinie Tempah

The fantastic Tinie Tempah has revealed that he is battling with his record label over his next single release...
Tinie said that he is keen to release a track called ‘Invincible’ as the new single from his upcoming album after receiving positive feedback about the song from fans... Speaking to a national newspaper he revealed: “I’d love for ‘Invincible’ to be a single but it’s all in the record company’s hands,” ... “Fingers crossed I can claim another number one with my third release ‘Written In The Stars’ or at least make it a hat-trick of Top 3 singles.” ~ Can't wait to get my hands on the album - Love this guy!

Christina Aguilera

Here’s another blow for Christina Aguilera as she has reportedly been forced to accept private gigs after cancelling her tour due to poor ticket sales... but not only that, she’s had to slash the fee she’s paid for those private gigs!
While Elton John, Kylie Minogue & Leona Lewis are being paid £1 MILLION+ for a private gig an insider said: “Christina's performing at Bar Mitzvahs and weddings. She wanted to charge £1.3 million a time but her hubby Jordan Bratman convinced her to lower it to £157,000 so she'll get more gigs.” ... Poor Christina i like her!

Olly Murs

I don’t really see how this revelation is gonna much different to the many other revelling photo shoots... but hey, it’s not a bad thing that Olly Murs said that he will do a nude photo shoot if his new song tops the UK singles chart.
Olly made the promise to ‘Heat’ magazine ahead of the release of his debut single ‘Please don’t let me go’ on 29th August.
“Yeah, if my single gets to number one, I'll pose naked,” he said... “I am telling you. I'm being serious. If I get to number one, I will do a naked shoot for Heat.” He added: “I'd be well up for it. You heard it here first.”

Ke$ha

Ke$ha has said that she hopes to embark on a solo tour later this year.
Ke$ha will finish her tour as support to Rihanna's ‘Last Girl On Earth’ tour this month and admitted that she is obsessed with the idea of headlining her own shows.
Speaking to a music channel she said: “I'm finishing up this tour and going in to start writing again - some more music for you guys - and will continue touring throughout the rest of the year,”... “I don't know who's going to go on tour with me yet, but I think I'll be going on my tour later this year perhaps.” She continued: “I will definitely be playing some shows and, really, I'm just working on developing my live show. It's all I think about. I have dreams and then nightmares about my live show. I want to make it so good, like the best show ever.”

Ke$ha recently said that she learned a lot from her time on the road with Rihanna.

Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland has revealed that two different versions of her new album will be released.
Kelly said that she has yet to finish the record, but versions specifically for US and ‘overseas’ fans will come out.
Asked by a radio show if the album would continue with the dance sound of ‘Commander’, she replied: “It has pieces of it. Pitbull and I did a song together called ‘Take Everything’ that I love... “Those [dance] records are actually exclusive for overseas only.”

Kelly Rowland recently admitted that she was dropped against her wishes from her old record label... There loss, i think she’s fantastic!

Erykah Badu

Erykah Badu has paid a $500.00 fine and will serve 6 months of probation to resolve a disorderly conduct charge in Dallas.
While filming a music video in March Erykah stripped naked at Dealey Plaza, (the site where US President John F. Kennedy was assassinated back in 1963).
In the video for ‘Window Seat’ Erykah Badu falls to the ground as if she too has been shot.
Several tourists were looking on as Erykah took off her clothes.
Police cited Erykah in April after a witness filed a sworn complaint against her.

A Dallas city spokesperson told ‘The AP’ that Badu paid the $500 fine on Friday.

Jamiroquai

Jamiroquai have announced that their new album is titled ‘Rock, Dust, Light, Star’ and will be released on 1st November, their first studio album in 5 years
The album was recorded at Jay Kay’s home studio in Buckinghamshire, and will be released through Mercury Records after they parted ways with longtime label Sony.
Posting on their official website, they wrote: “We think at a time when many acts are producing electronic, disco-influenced tracks, with ‘Rock, Dust, Light, Star’ Jamiroquai has moved on and reverted to a more organic, live sound... “The shift really helped revitalise the band who ended up producing a superb album - even if we do say it ourselves! We hope you all agree as you get to hear it.”
Front man Jay Kay added: “Everything on the record is live. It's a real band record. The last, album - fantastic - but the whole thing became a little sterile. This time we've captured the flow of our live performances.”
Can’t say I’m a fan myself ... never have been!

Fran Healy

Ex ‘Travis’ front man Fran Healy has confirmed that his debut solo album ‘Wreckorder’ will be released on 4th October through his own wreckordLABEL in association with ADA Global.
The album has 10 tracks and was recorded in Berlin, New York and Vermont.
Paul McCartney also plays bass on track ‘As It Comes’! The first single is titled ‘Buttercups’.

Fran Healy recently supported Keane on tour in North America.

Avril Lavigne

The wait is almost over ‘cos Avril Lavigne has revealed that she is close to finishing her new album...
Avril said that the album is taking longer to complete than expected because she has written all her own material.
In a blog, she wrote: “Just want to check in with you guys. I've been in LA working on the album. Trying some new stuff. Exploring... “The thing with me, is that i write my own music and therefore, it takes me longer to put out records cause i have to live my life to get inspiration. I have so much material at this point, for 2 records... “I'm getting close. Thanks for your continued support. I cant wait to get back to you shortly on the release of the single.”
I loved her last album and can’t wait to her what she’s gonna come out with!

Joe McElderry

Joe McElderry has revealed a number of artists helping him on his new album... (even i was surprised as to who they were)... Joe has been working on his debut record said singers including Rihanna and Cher will feature on the album.
In a video blog he said: “I know you're all so eager to hear the album. We're about halfway through the process of recording now... “I've been working with some amazing people, some fantastic acts such as Rihanna, Pussycat Dolls, Enrique Iglesias, Cher... I'm so excited about everything... “It's absolutely fantastic and I can't wait to get out there and perform all the tracks and to see you all very soon.”

Mika

Mika has said that Lady GaGa's success has caused a ‘personality crises among female artists...
Mika said that too many female singers are trying to copy the star and are struggling to compete with her... speaking to a national newspaper he said: “Pop music is really odd at the moment,”... “GaGa has launched every single woman in pop music into this crazy per¬sonality crisis. I don’t think men have felt it, it’s a female thing. I’m looking forward to seeing what other records are out there.”
Mika is currently working on his third studio album
discussing his new album, he revealed: “It’s very simplistic pop music, not as layered as the last one.”

Scissor Sisters

Jake Shears has admitted that the Scissor Sisters current album artwork could cost the group album sales.
Speaking to a national newspaper Jake said that it would have been another story if the clenched bottom had belonged to a female: “I feel happier than ever with what we're doing,”... “We're all really relaxed about it. There's no other band who could get away with this stuff. Our new music was born out of going to these insane sex parties.” He continued: “The album cover is provocative and we may not sell quite as many records because of it. It wouldn't be the same if it was a woman's behind... “I guess some people love us for who we are, some vehemently despise us.”

Janet Jackson

Janet Jackson has said she’d like to return to the UK to perform in the near future... and i’d be first in line for tickets!
Although Janet performed on ‘The X Factor’ last year in support of her Greatest Hits, she has not played a full UK concert date since 1998's ‘The Velvet Rope World Tour’.
Discussing the possibility of future UK shows, she revealed in an interview “I would really love to - it's been 12 years since I've played here in Europe and I miss it a great deal. The last tour [I took to Europe] was ‘The Velvet Rope’... “I wanted to come over with my other tours but I was nervous when we started the war. I was very worried. I'm not giving up singing for acting though. I love it too much. I'll come back for sure.”

Although Janet Jackson doesn’t currently have a record deal she has recorded the track ‘Nothing’ for the soundtrack of her new movie ‘Why Did I Get Married Too?’

UK Charts

The Saturday’s who were on course all week to score their first ever UK No.1 single with ‘Missing you’ were piped to the post again by Flo Rida (he kept them off before when he was No.1 with ‘Right round’.
Eminem goes back to No.1 in the album charts for a sixth week at the top spot (longer than any of his previous albums).

Top 5 U.K. Singles:
5: Ne-Yo – ‘Beautiful Monster’
4: Yolanda be cool & D-Cup – ‘We speak no Americano’
3: The Saturdays – ‘Missing You’
2: Eminem & Rihanna – ‘Love the way you lie’
1: David Guetta & Flo Rida – ‘Club can’t handle me’

Top 5 U.K. Albums:
5: Lady Gaga – ‘The Fame’
4: Eliza Doolittle – ‘Eliza Doolittle’
3: Plan B – ‘Deformation of Strickland banks’
2: Arcade Fire – ‘The Suburbs’
1: Eminem – ‘Recovery’

Ciara

Ciara confirmed that she isn’t touring despite the numerous rumours that are doing the rounds!
There could be somthing in the pipeline though cos she went as far as to say: that her next tour “hasn't been confirmed”.
Ciara wrote on her Twitter: “I'm hearing about a tour I'm supposed to be on... My next tour run hasn't been confirmed yet. Only radio shows and tv shows so far! ... “But, tour news will be coming as soon as its (sic) created! Love cc.”

Ciara is preparing for the release of her fourth album ‘Basic Instinct’ which i can’t wait to her, her last album ‘Fantasy Ride’ was just FANTASTIC!

Adam Young (AKA: Owl City)

Adam Young ... or AKA: Owl City has said that he is working hard to make sure that his follow-up to 2009's hit album ‘Ocean Eyes’ is not a disappointment to fans... (can’t be hard, i have it on my i-pod and its cr*p!)
Adam said to a news agency that he is very aware that some will be looking to criticise his next release solely based on the success of his hit single ‘Fireflies’... Err have you had any success since ‘Fireflies’..?“There's the whole sophomore slump thing and everybody's going to say, ‘Can he do it again? Was ‘Fireflies’ just a flash in the pan?'.”Adam said that he is confident in the songs he has finished for his next release, but understands that success can be fleeting... “I'm pretty optimistic...and, honestly, if this is it, I'm absolutely grateful," Young said. "I was working for Coca-Cola in a warehouse before any of this started, so I'm definitely grateful to be creating rather than hauling around pallets of soda.”
I’ll say good bye now will i Adam...?

Susan Boyle

Well she’s finally done it ... Last month Susan Boyle announced that she was launching a competition and the winner would be dueting with her on her new album ‘The Gift’... (Due for release round November this year)
Today Susan Boyle has announced the winner of her ‘Susan's Search YouTube competition’ as 33-year-old Amber Stassi from New York.Susan said: “I really wanted to give someone the opportunity I had”... “Amber is a remarkable and talented lady and I am really looking forward to singing with her.”Amber Stassis was personally contacted by Susan yesterday evening to break the news and will fly to London later this month to join her in the recording studio.
Amber (A mother of 3) said: “I can't believe I just spoke to Susan Boyle, never in my wildest dreams did I think I would win this competition. To receive this gift from Susan is truly a blessing and if I can pass this gift on to someone else who needs it like I did, that would be perfect.”
She continued:.. “We have had some hard times, if my father was here now he would be so proud, I know he's here in spirit, but this is a chance to give my kids a good memory and maybe a chance at a better life... “I can't believe I spoke with Susan - and that Susan and even Simon Cowell has seen my audition! This is crazy!”Susan's Search became one of YouTube's most successful competitions ever and received one entry every six minutes since its launch.

Susan Boyle added: “I never thought so many people would want to take part in this and I want to thank everyone. It was very hard to choose a winner as there are so many talented singers around the world. Amber really stood out for me though. I enjoyed her audition clip very much, she has a lovely, very beautiful voice.”

CONGRATULATIONS AMBER!!!!!!!!

Alexandra Burke

Mmm i wonder why ... Alexandra Burke has confirmed that the release date of her new single has been put back by 2 weeks.
‘Start Without You’, which was originally leaked online in early June, had been scheduled for release on 23rd August, but it will now be released digitally on 5th September and physically on 6th September
The promo video is expected to premiere next week. Alexandra told Twitter fans yesterday: “Just saw the edit of 'Start Without You'. I hope you guys like it. I am in love with it.”

The track's Irish release date however remains as August 20.

Sugababes

The Sugababes have revealed that they will start work on their new album next week.
The Sugababes who are due to perform at next week's V Festival, said that they are not planning the record's sound but hope to discover one in the studio together.
While promoting a campaign band member Heidi Range said: “We're playing V festival next week and then we had back in the studio to start writing the next album. We never really plan a sound until we go in the studio.” Newer member Jade Ewan added: “We hope it will naturally happen because it will be the first time for all of us in that environment, we're excited about that.”
Let’s hope it performs better than their last, otherwise this will be their last!

Justin Bieber

Robbie if you want to keep your street cred then don’t duet with him, (write maybe but not duet) ‘cos Justin Bieber has spoken of his desire to work with you!
Justin said that he admired Robbie’s command of a live audience, and even expressed an interest in Robbie Williams’s charity footballing events, like ‘Soccer Aid’.
Speaking in a national newspaper Justin said: “I think Robbie Williams is really cool. He owns a stage when he is out there and is a great all-round entertainer. I would also like to get involved in Robbie's soccer projects.”

Charlotte Church

Charlotte Church has announced that she will release her second pop album on November 1st,
‘Back To Scratch’ is the follow-up to 2005's ‘Tissues And Issues’
The 14-track album has been produced by Martin Terefe, whose previous credits include James Morrison, KT Tunstall and Jason Mraz.
It was partly written in Nashville with country songwriters Luke Laird and Patrick Davis, while Welsh singer-songwriter Jonathan Powell and Irish acoustic duo New Druids have also contributed.
‘Back To Scratch’ will be preceded by a single - the album’s title track - on 24th October.

A video featuring a snippet of another song from the album, ‘Snow’ is currently streaming on Charlotte’s official website.

Speaking of her comeback Charlotte said: “The decision to come back to work after I had babies and stuff, I was a bit scared - but music and singing is what I do and I don't think I'll ever lose my passion for it at all... “I'm a little bit nervous that it's not too far away from what I used to do. My classical voice is still there. But now we're just trying to focus on creating a sound and I hope it will be a sound that everybody enjoys.”

US Charts

Arcade Fire have done the double this week storming to No.1 in the American album chart (and UK album chart) with their new album ‘The Suburbs’ after selling 156,000 copies.
Taylor Swift sells a massive 297,000 downloads after being rush released due to the song being leaked on line last week.

Top 5 U.S Albums:
5: Rick Ross – ‘Teflon Don’
4: Bun B – ‘Trill O.G.’
3: Avenged Sevenfold – ‘Nightmare’
2: Eminem – ‘Recovery’
1: Arcade Fire – ‘The Suburbs’

Top 5 U.S Singles:
5: Enrique Iglesias Feat... Pitbull – ‘I like it’
4: Katy Perry – ‘California Gurls’
3: Taylor Swift – ‘Mine’
2: Taio Cruz – ‘Dynamite’
1: Eminem & Rihanna – ‘Love the way you lie’

Overall album sales in this past chart week totalled 5.26 million up 1% compared to the sum last week (5.21 million) and down 13% compared to the comparable sales week of 2009 (6.04 million). Year to date album sales stand at 180.2 million, down 12% compared to the same total at this point last year (205.3 million).

Mark Salling

Mark Salling star of hit TV show ‘Glee’ has announced details of his debut album...
According to a press release The album “chronicles the seven-year musical journey with a sound reminiscent of early classic rock ‘n’ roll, alternative, and a '60s folk-beat era sound”
Mark who has wrote and produced the entire album tweeted: “Wanted to tell u all myself, my solo record PIPE DREAMS drops 10/12! So grateful for all your support.”

The album's first single has been named as ‘Lone Ranger’. ~ ‘Pipe Dreams’ is out on October 12 ... Something (don't quite know what) is telling me to buy it....

Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced that she will tour later this year... Sophie has so far confirmed 6 dates in December.
Speaking Via her Twitter she said: “I'm going on tour, people! come and see me...”
Presale for the tickets begins tomorrow, while they will go on general sale on Friday morning.
It was only last month that Sophie supported the Pet Shop Boys on the final leg of their world tour.

The tour dates in full are below:
December 12 - Brighton, Concorde 2
December 13 - London, O2 Academy Islington
December 16 - Bournemouth, Firestation
December 17 - Manchester, Academy 2
December 18 - Birmingham, O2 Academy 2
December 19 - Oxford, O2 Academy 2

The Buggles

Trevor Horn has announced a one-off London gig from The Buggles.
The band will play their first and last ever live show on 28th September to raise money for London's Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability.
A statement on Trevor’s website read: “Trevor Horn and ZTT Records is proud to announce the return of The Buggles, live on stage for their first ever full live gig... a mere 30 years after their international #1 hit single ‘Video Killed The Radio Star’ kick-started a generation of electronic pop," ... “Trevor will reconvene the original Buggles line-up, including Geoff Downes (Yes, Asia) and Bruce Woolley (Camera Club, Grace Jones), to perform their ground-breaking debut album - The Age of Plastic - in full... “No tour is planned, no DVD or live CD will be released... The Buggles - along with some very special guest artists - will perform live on stage for one night only on 28 September 2010 at a special and intimate West London venue.”

The site promises further details, including support acts, guests and pre-show exclusives in the coming weeks... Shame i won’t be in London, i’d defiantly be heading to this!