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Elton John out of hospital after E. coli treatment

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:01 GMT

Sir Elton John has been released from hospital after being treated for flu and E. coli. Sir Elton John is out of hospital and is feeling "fine" after being struck down with a bout of flu and an E.coli bacterial infection.

Bluebeat to battle EMI over Beatles songs

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

US online music service Bluebeat on Friday said it plans to fight British recording label EMI over rights to stream and sell versions of Beatles songs.

Cabaret Katy kicks of MTV Awards

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:23:29 GMT

Katy Perry kicked off the MTV Europe Music Awards tonight, asking: "Are you feeling sexy, Berlin?"

No Doubt sues Activision over Band Hero

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:14:19 GMT

No Doubt is suing video game maker Activision for putting words in band members' mouths.

Dame Vera Lynn to take on X Factor winner in chart battle

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:07:42 GMT

Dame Vera Lynn is to take on this year's X Factor winner in a bid to grab the Christmas number one, it was announced today.

Budding British talent hits Brooklyn

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:01 GMT

Two years ago this month, Brooklyn's biggest bands-in-waiting both released their debut albums. Hard to remember a time when Williamsburg wasn't the beating heart of hipster cool, but it was MGMT's Oracular Spectacular and Yeasayer's All Hour Cymbals which propelled a borough best known musically as the place where an ex-Spice Girl conceived her first-born child to the centre of the alt-rock universe. The basements, bars and laundromats of Bedford Avenue became a seemingly endless production line of talent and the British press couldn't get enough of the likes of Battles, Dirty Projectors and Beirut. As Alex Miller, then new bands editor of NME, told the New York Times, Brooklyn was "the most exciting place on the earth musically at the moment."

Music awards recap: Beyoncé, Madonna, Calle 13 take top honors

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The MTV Europe Awards, Billboard Touring Awards, and Latin Grammys all took place on November 5, with top awards going respectively to Beyoncé, Madonna, and the Puerto Rican duo Calle 13.

Weekly music agenda: Turandot, Rolling Stones Remasters

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Highlights for the week of November 7 include releases of five remastered Rolling Stones albums, new albums by Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna, and international tours by Paul McCartney and Mika.

Ten Christmas 2009 albums span genres from classical to comedy

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Every year as tree ornaments are dusted off, old chestnuts are dug up with musical acts releasing their interpretations of holiday tunes. Great as gifts and perfect for setting a merry mood over Christmas season, these 2009 additions to the collection might deliver a new classic.

Britney Spears in Australian lip synch furore

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Britney Spears' Australian tour ran into controversy before it even began Friday, with an official suggesting concert goers should be told if the pop icon would be miming her songs.

Cesaria Evora to begin comeback concerts in Paris

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cape Verde's 68-year-old songstress Cesaria Evora, endlessly adored by a public that discovered her late in life, has released a new album and next week makes a long-awaited return to the stage after a spell of bad health.

The Beatles Limited Edition USB to be released in time for holidays

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following the September 9 debut of The Beatles' digitally remastered catalogue on CD, music labels Apple Corp Ltd. (not to be confused with the computer company) and EMI Music on November 3 announced the worldwide release of a Beatles Stereo USB 'apple' devices on December 7 (December 8 in North America).

The Met’s 'Turandot' in theaters worldwide November 7

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Now in its fourth season, The Met: Live in HD transmits live Metropolitan Opera performances in high definition to theaters around the world. On Saturday, November 7 at 1:00pm EST, the Met will present its third Live in HD broadcast of the season, of Puccini's Turandot.

Rihanna announces 'Rated R' tracklist

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On November 2, Rihanna revealed the full track list for her upcoming album Rated R, which will be available worldwide November 23. Will.i.am and Young Jeezy will be featured on the album, as will guitarist Slash.

Lady Gaga sets Billboard chart record

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With her latest number-one single "Paparazzi," Lady Gaga has become the first artist in the 17-year history of Billboard's Pop Songs chart to earn four No. 1s from a debut album, reports Billboard.com.

Weekly US CD releases: Andrea Bocelli’s Christmas duets with Mary J. Blige and The Muppets

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In one of the year's big Christmas releases, Italy's renowned opera tenor Andrea Bocelli sings classic holiday favorites with some surprising guest singers. Genres from pop and rock to country and R&B join the lineup of US album releases on November 3 in time for the holidays.

Clitheroe can wait: unknowns vie for Grammy

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:01 GMT

They may be unsigned and little heard of beyond the pubs and clubs of their native Burnley, but Shakeys Brother, five young musicians with day jobs and big dreams, could be about to join the world's rock'n'roll élite after winning two nominations for this year's Grammy Awards.

The Rolling Stones: Photo book, album reissues

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Let It Bleed: The Rolling Stones, Altamont, and the End of the Sixties, by author/photographer Ethan Russell, was published by Springboard Press on November 2. On November 3, ABKCO Records will release Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out! The Rolling Stones In Concert: 40th Anniversary, and on November 10 five remastered Rolling Stones albums will be released internationally.

X Factor's Rachel cries her heart out as Irish Jedward twins survive

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:45:09 GMT

X Factor's most controversial act has survived another week after the public gave their rendition of Queen's We Will Rock You the thumbs up.

Sir Elton 'doing fine' after E. coli leaves the Rocket Man grounded

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:01 GMT

Sir Elton John was receiving treatment in hospital yesterday after contracting a "serious" case of E. coli infection while suffering from a bout of influenza.

Seriously-ill Elton John cancels concerts

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:05:47 GMT

Seriously-ill Sir Elton John has cancelled more shows on doctor's orders.

Illegal downloaders 'spend the most on music', says poll

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:01 GMT

People who illegally download music from the internet also spend more money on music than anyone else, according to a new study. The survey, published today, found that those who admit illegally downloading music spent an average of £77 a year on music – £33 more than those who claim that they never download music dishonestly.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrates 25th birthday

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:32:28 GMT

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame celebrated its 25th birthday last night in the only way it knew how. By rocking out. Some of the biggest names in rock music including Sting and Bruce Springsteen graced the stage at Madison Square Gardens as part of the five hour concert. A further celebration is set to shake the prestigious venue tonight as the likes of Aretha Franklin and U2 provide birthday surprises.

The Friday Playlist - Black Cab Sessions edition

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:35:12 GMT

This week's Spotify playlist is brought to you courtesy of the nice people at Black Cab Sessions, purveyors of the finest musical performances to be found in the back of a black cab anywhere in London.

After 2,000 gigs, Hounslow singer tops the US charts

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:01 GMT

For seven years, Kamaljit Singh Jhooti, a young singer-songwriter from Hounslow on the western outskirts of London, worked the Asian festival and club scene, trying gig after gig to make a name for himself.