Gotye song racks up another 4m views

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Overnight the Walk Off The Earth video has generated another 4 million + views brining it to a total of 15,339,711 in just 6 days and they are now giving away a free download for watching it.

The viral impact of this clip is incredible.

Canadian group Walk Off The Earth and singer Sarah Blackwood became viral superstars when they covered the Gotye and Kimbra song and made the clip featuring five people playing one guitar.

In the new thankyou video they say, 'We just wanted to make this video to say thankyou to everybody who has shared and posted our video. You made this crazy dream come true for us'.

As part of the thankyou, Walk Off The Earth have posted a new and original song called 'These Times' for you to download within the video below.

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Nicki Minaj performing at Grammys

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Nicki Minaj is performing at the 54th annual Grammy Awards next month.

The rapper has been added to the ceremony's coveted line-up which includes performances from the Foo Fighters, Kelly Clarkson, Taylor Swift and Bruno Mars.

It will be the first time Nicki has performed at the prestigious music event.

The Grammy's official Twitter page announced the news earlier today.

"Happy to welcome @nickiminaj as a first-time performer on our GRAMMY Awards stage on Feb. 12! #GRAMMYs (sic),' the post read.

Nicki is nominated for three awards at the show including Best New Artist, Best Rap Album and Best Rap Performance.

The 29-year-old is also featured on 2012 Grammy Nominees Album, which is due for release in the US on January 24.

The Grammy Awards will air live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on February 12.

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Sons and Daughters announce remix 12"

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Sons And Daughters follow up their Silver Spell / Optimo remix package with a second 12' released on February 20th.

This time round they focus on Orion, taken from their latest album Mirror Mirror, which was afforded universal critical acclaim on release last year and described by Q as 'a creative rebirth'.

The 12' features 3 mixes kicking off with the Emperor Machine Remix, the solo project of Andy Meecham from Chicken Lips. Next up psychedelic occultist Umberto giving it some strange brew with his mix, and wrapping up the package are Glaswegian Djs Wrong Island with their own particular take on the track.

Sons And Daughters ended on 2011 on a high, playing alongside Primal Scream at Edinburgh's Hogmanay celebrations.

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Adele hot favourite for The Brit Awards 2012

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Adele is the red hot favourite to pick up both the Best Album at 2/7 and Best Female (1/4) with Coldplay also odds on at 1/2 to pick up Best Group.

But it is the nominations for Best Single that will raise a few eyebrows as Gareth Malone finds himself with a nomination, but William Hill quote him as a 20/1 outsiders.

'Gareth cost us a small fortune when he landed the Christmas number one but I think we are safe offering 20/1 for a BRIT, it must be 100,000/1 that he gets thrown out for bad behaviour!' said Hill's spokesman Rupert Adams.

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Velvet Underground get legal with Apple over banana

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The Velvet Underground, the band formed by Lou Reed and John Cale in the 60s, has taken legal action against the Andy Warhol Foundation for selling his iconic Banana album design to Apple.

The artwork was originally used on the 1967 album 'The Velvet Underground & Nico'.

The lawsuit this time claims the image is symbolic of the band and fans relate to the image as The Velvet Underground. They claim that by selling the image to Apple for iPad and iPhone products that the Andy Warhol Foundation is cheapening the name of The Velvet Underground and associating them with a product they would never endorse.

However, the artwork was never copyrighted because Andy Warhol originally licenced the image from an ad.

The album was a commercial failure in its day. It entered the Billboard chart in May 13, 1967 at no. 199 and was out by June 10, 1967 after only getting to no. 177. The group disbanded in 1973 and in years to come the album went on to become one of the most important records of its time.

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Quick quips: Sinead O'Connor, Madonna, Beach Boys, Harry Connick Jr., Peter Criss

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Sinead O'Connor has admitted that she was overdosing when she put out the plea on Twitter Wednesday for medical help. She told the Sun ""I took an overdose. God obviously wants me around, though I can't think why."

Madonna doesn't mince words about Lady Gaga in an interview with Newsweek. She said her reaction upon hearing Gaga's Born This Way and noticing the similarities to her own Express Yourself, "I thought, 'What a wonderful way to redo my song.' I mean, I recognized the chord changes. I thought it was. interesting."
She actually does like the singer, whom she considers much like herself. On this week's Graham Norton Show, she says "When I first saw her, I was really impressed by her and she was cool. She did remind me of me back in the day. I do think she is very talented."

The Beach Boys have a drummer lined up for their 50th Anniversary Tour. They'll bring back old stand-by from their 90's tours, actor John Stamos.

Harry Connick, Jr. starts a four week run next Wednesday as Mariska Hargitay's love interest on Law & Order: SVU. He may want to see if he can stretch that job out a bit longer as his current job on Broadway, starring in the revival of On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, will close on January 29. In total, the show will have played 29 preview and 57 regular performances.

Peter Criss, former drummer for KISS, and Terry Bozzio (Frank Zappa, Missing Persons) will be inducted as Drum Legends by the Guitar Center retail chain. They will be honored on January 14.

Nina Blackwood, Mark Goodman, Alan Hunter and Martha Quinn have signed with Atria Books (Simon & Schuster) for a new book detailing the behind the scenes activities of the original MTV veejays. The fifth of the original crew, J.J. Jackson, died in 2004.

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Leonard Cohen�s reveals Darkness

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Leonard Cohen has revealed his new spoken word song off his upcoming album Old Ideas.

The song is called Darkness and is his first release since Dear Heather in 2004 and his twelfth studio album for his career.

Darkness sees Cohen muse on his experience on this Earth in that comforting, all-knowing tone that only Cohen can inject into song.

'The present's not that pleasant, just a lot of things to do. I thought the past would last me, but the darkness got that too,' he sings at one point. 'Winning you was easy, but darkness was the prize,' he sings at another. As though recounting a rich life of experiences.

Old Ideas will see the light of day on January 30.

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Howie D plays new single on Young Hollywood

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Howie D. paid a visit to Young Hollywood's studio at the Beverly Hills Four Seasons for an exclusive interview and acoustic performance of his latest single, "Lie to Me."

In the interview, Howie discusses what it's like being a Backstreet Boy, going solo, and the creative process behind the recording of his new album, Back to Me. "I've actually been working on this record for 5 years on and off," revealed Howie to Young Hollywood's Kinsey Schofield, "I'm really excited to finally have something that I'm very proud to put my name on."
Howie recently performed in Toronto on New Year's Eve for the Citytv New Year's Eve Bash (pictured above). For more info on upcoming performances, check out Howie's official site, Facebook, and Twitter. And, be sure to pick up Howie's debut solo album, Back To Me, available now on iTunes and Amazon.

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Nerina Pallot returns with �All Bets Are Off'

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Nerina Pallot returns for 2012 with the gorgeous new single, 'All Bets Are Off.' Written by Nerina Pallot and produced by Bernard Butler the single has become a live favourite with fans on Nerina's UK tour this year. 'All Bets Are Off' is about the beginning of the end of a love affair, explains Nerina. 'When you know its over but you keep hoping for a miracle that never arrives.'

'All Bets Are Off' is taken from Nerina's album 'The Year Of The Wolf' which was released earlier this year to huge critical acclaim, receiving 4-star reviews from Mojo, The Sunday Times, The Guardian and The Sun.

The album shows exactly why Nerina is one of the UK's finest and most in-demand songwriters. A songwriter that has been nominated for Ivor Novello's and Brits and written songs for artists including Kylie Minogue.

Nerina recently recorded three songs at Abbey Road for Jo Whiley's In Concert on Radio 2. The show commemorated 80 years of Abbey Road. As well as singing 'All Bets Are Off' and 'Grace', Nerina performed an incredible cover of Radiohead's 'High and Dry.'

Nerina Pallot is currently spending a lot of time in Germany where she is the guest mentor on The Voice. The #1 rated music show, which has already proved a hit in America, is currently one of the most talked about shows in Germany. Talking about her role on The Voice, Nerina said : 'Unlike other music competitions on TV the focus is actually on the quality of the singers voice as opposed to bad karaoke. The standard of singing is exceptional and as a result I am finding it inspiring and humbling to work with so many talented singers, my German could still do with some improvement mind.'

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Therapy? release new single

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Seminal Irish rockers THERAPY? have just released their new video to single 'Living In The Shadow Of The Terrible Thing' which is due for release on January 23rd. It is the first single to be taken from their new album 'A Brief Crack Of Light' which is out February 6th. Check it out at www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwwFRrBJajA&list=UU7ZeIuKJwO4ORBeSBx60NGg&index=1&feature=plcp

Released on BLAST Records (a subsidiary of The Global Music Group), 'A Brief Crack of Light' was recorded at Blast Studios in Newcastle with producer, Adam Sinclair, and displays a stunning mix of angular rhythm, anthemic might and insidious melody.

The band have also announced a mouth watering tour in April with Ragga metal uberlords Skindred. The Jägermeister sponsored event runs over 5 nights, with several of the nights already SOLD OUT!!!

Live dates as follows:

APRIL
10th LEEDS, O2 Academy
11th GLASGOW, ABC
12th NEWCASTLE, O2 Academy
13th BRIXTON, O2 Academy
14th BRISTOL, O2 Academy

With a career spanning more than two decades (an astonishing feat in these days of disposable, well, EVERYTHING), Therapy? have thrived, evolved and challenged in equal measure. From the chart bothering, mainstream success of the mid nineties to the musically progressive excitement of their post millennial output, Andy Cairns, Michael McKeegan and Neil Cooper STILL represent a true pioneer musical spirit. 'A Brief Crack Of Light' is the band's thirteenth album - and is as full of grit and fire as the first!

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Aretha Franklin, Charlie Wilson and Stylistics join Essence Festival line-up

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The 2012 Essence Festival, scheduled for July 6, 7 and 8 in New Orleans, has announced their initial lineup of talent that mixes a number of esteemed veterans with the best of today's R&B voices.

"The theme of this year's Essence Music Festival celebrates our most powerful voices. Whether it's Aretha Franklin, The Queen of Soul commanding respect or Rep. Maxine Waters demanding better conditions for our community, these powerful voices resonate with our audience like no other," said Michelle Ebanks, president, Essence Communications Inc. "As we all face a new reality in these critical times, we want to inspire our Festival-goers to leave this year's Festival even more resilient and motivated so that they can be empowered to create change in their own communities."

After another record-breaking year in 2011, this year's line-up promises to be a weekend to remember. Stellar acts leading the list of artists set to perform at the legendary Louisiana Superdome include:

Aretha Franklin
Mary J. Blige
Fantasia
Stephanie Mills
Charlie Wilson
Keyshia Cole
Ledisi
SWV
Dru Hill
Raheem DeVaughn
Estelle
Goapele
Vivian Green
Kindred the Family Soul
Luke James
Eric Roberson
Stylistics
Big Sam's Funky Nation
Bridget Kelly
The Original Pinettes Brass Band
The Stooges Brass Band
Khris Royal & Dark Matter

In addition, ESSENCE will honor iconic singer Aretha Franklin with "The Power Award." The Queen of Soul previously performed at the Festival in 1995 and 2005.

In addition to the colossal music line-up, the audience can look forward to the annual Essence Empowerment Experience, which is free and open to the public at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Festival-goers will experience three full days of socio-political dialogue, health and wellness discussions and spiritual inspiration led by dynamic motivational speakers. The initial roster of leading authors, speakers and leaders include: Steve Harvey, Rev. Al Sharpton, Rep. Maxine Waters and Dr. Steve Perry. The weekend will culminate on Sunday with a rousing All-star Gospel tribute honoring gospel mega-stars Fred Hammond and Mary Mary.

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Jay-Z�s daughter already a record breaker

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Jay-Z and Beyonce Knowles' newborn baby daughter is already making music history.
Blue Ivy Carter was born on Saturday but thanks to her gurgles and cries heard at the end of her father's new track, Glory, she is already making her mark in the entertainment industry.
The track, which Jay-Z recorded a short time after the bundle of joy was born, is set to appear on Billboard's chart next week at No. 74.
By then Blue Ivy will be less than two weeks old and will make her the youngest ever person to appear on a chart.
Jay-Z's heartfelt tune has emotional lyrics about what his new bundle of joy means to him and listed the track as featuring B.I.C.
'The most amazing feeling I feel, Words can't describe what a feeling, for real, Baby I'll paint the sky blue, My greatest creation was you,' he raps.
Ironically, the song is Jay-Z's 107th entry in the charts which mirrors Blue Ivy's birthday of January 7th ' 1/07.
Stevie Wonder also showcased his baby daughter Aisha's coos on his son Isn't She Lovely but she was not a named person on the track.
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Ed Sheeran and Adele lead Brits nominations

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Ed Sheeran is nominated for Best Male, Best Newcomer, Best Single and Best Album....

Speaking to Xfm as the nominations were announced Ed said he was "happy" but was surprised Adele hadn't beaten him in the running saying "she's still going to smash it. I think she'll take best album."

Adele shares three nominations for British Female, British Single and British Album of the Year.

Noel Gallagher is up for British Male Solo Artist with brother Liam's Beady Eye failing to make the grade.

Noel will scrap it out with Ed Sheeran, James Blake, James Morrisson and Professor Green for the gong.

Kate Bush is pitched against Adele, Florence, Jessie J and Laura Marling for British Female.

The nominees will have to wait until the official ceremony on February 21 to find out who takes the spoils.

The BRIT Awards 2012 nominations in full below:

BRITISH MALE SOLO ARTIST
Ed Sheeran Atlantic Records / Warner Music
James Blake Polydor / Universal Music
James Morrison Island / Universal Music
Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds Sour Mash / Sour Mash
Professor Green Virgin / EMI Music

BRITISH FEMALE SOLO ARTIST
Adele XL Recordings / XL Beggars
Florence & The Machine Island / Universal Music
Jessie J Island / Lava / Universal Music
Kate Bush Fish People / EMI Music
Laura Marling Virgin / EMI Music

BRITISH BREAKTHROUGH ACT
Top !ve selected by Voting Academy. Category promoted by BBC Radio 1.
Anna Calvi Domino Records / Domino Records
Ed Sheeran Atlantic Records / Warner Music
Emeli Sandé Virgin / EMI Music
Jessie J Island / Lava / Universal Music
The Vaccines Columbia / Sony Music

BRITISH GROUP
Top !ve selected by Voting Academy. Category promoted by BBC Radio 2.
Arctic Monkeys Domino Records / Domino Records
Chase & Status Mercury / Universal Music
Coldplay Parlophone / EMI Music
Elbow Polydor / Universal Music
Kasabian Columbia / Sony Music

BRITISH SINGLE
Top ten British singles based on commercial radio airplay and sales in the
calendar year are automatically nominated. Promoted by Capital FM and
iTunes, listeners and users will vote for their favourite single of the year.
Adele Someone Like You XL Recordings / XL Beggars
Ed Sheeran The A Team Atlantic Records / Warner Music
Example Changed The Way You Kissed Me Ministry Of Sound
Jessie J Ft B.o.B. Price Tag Island / Lava / Universal Music
JLS Ft Dev She Makes Me Wanna Epic / Sony Music
Military Wives / Gareth Malone
Wherever You Are Decca / Universal Music
Olly Murs Ft Rizzle Kicks Heart Skips A Beat Epic / Sony Music
One Direction What Makes You Beautiful Syco Music / Sony Music
Pixie Lott All About Tonight Mercury / Universal Music
The Wanted Glad You Came Global Talent / Island / Universal Music

MASTERCARD BRITISH ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Supported by The Sun Bizarre Column and ITV1's Daybreak.
Adele 21 XL Recordings XL / Beggars
Coldplay Mylo Xyloto Parlophone / EMI Music
Ed Sheeran + Atlantic Records / Warner Music
Florence & The Machine Ceremonials Island / Universal Music
PJ Harvey Let England Shake Island / Universal Music

INTERNATIONAL MALE SOLO ARTIST
Aloe Blacc Epic / Sony Music
Bon Iver 4AD / XL Beggars
Bruno Mars Atlantic Records / Warner Music
David Guetta Positiva / Virgin / EMI Music
Ryan Adams Columbia / Sony Music

INTERNATIONAL FEMALE SOLO ARTIST
Beyoncé Columbia / Sony Music
Björk One Little Indian / One Little Indian
Feist Polydor / Universal Music
Lady Gaga Polydor / Universal Music
Rihanna Mercury / Universal Music

INTERNATIONAL GROUP
Fleet Foxes Bella Union / Bella Union
Foo Fighters RCA / Sony Music
Jay Z / Kanye West Mercury / Universal Music
Lady Antebellum Capitol / EMI Music
Maroon 5 Polydor / Universal Music

INTERNATIONAL BREAKTHROUGH ACT
Aloe Blacc Epic / Sony Music
Bon Iver 4AD / XL Beggars
Foster The People Columbia / Sony Music
Lana Del Rey Polydor / Universal Music
Nicki Minaj Island / Universal Music

OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO MUSIC AWARD
Blur EMI Music

CRITICS' CHOICE
In association with War Child. Identi!ed by a panel
made up of media music critics.
1st - Emeli Sandé Virgin / EMI Music
2nd - Maverick Sabre Mercury / Universal Music
3rd - Michael Kiwanuka Polydor / Universal Music

BRITISH PRODUCER
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Flood
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Adele still smoking?

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Adele has reportedly been seen smoking despite recently undergoing throat surgery.

The British singing sensation is apparently struggling to kick her habit, according to Life & Style.

The 23-year-old had microsurgery to remove a benign polyp from her vocal cords two months ago which forced her to cancel several tour dates.

But an eyewitness has told the publication that during a night out with new boyfriend Simon Konecki recently, she was seen smoking.

'Adele and Simon had dinner at Bobby Rubino's in Pompano Beach, Florida on January 1,' the bystander said.

'Right after they were done, she walked out of the place and had a cigarette outside.'

And ten days after arriving back to London, the Someone Like You songstress was also seen smoking in a car.

Just before her surgery Adele said she had 'absolutely no choice but to recuperate properly' or 'risk damaging my voice forever'.

Adele spoke last year of an earlier attempt to give up smoking which she called 'f**king grim'.

'My voice was better when I wasn't smoking,' she told Glamour magazine. 'Within a week I noticed it had changed, but I'd rather my voice be a bit sh*t so I can have a f**king laugh.'

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Katy Perry triumphs at People�s Choice Awards

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Katy Perry triumphed at last night's People's Choice Awards.

Although she pulled out of the awards ceremony days ago, the absent Teenage Dream singer won trophies in five categories including Favourite Female Artist, Tour Headliner, Song of the Year for E.T., TV Guest Appearance and Music Video. Katy had seven nods in total.

Fantasy film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 won the second most awards. The eighth and final instalment of the film series adapted from J.K. Rowling's novels was victorious in the Favourite Movie, Action Movie, Ensemble Movie Cast and Book Adaptation categories. The film received nine nominations all together.

Glee starlet Lea Michele was voted the public's Favourite TV Comedy Actress. Lea is grateful to those who appreciate her ambitious character Rachel Berry on Glee.

'[To] all the Rachel Berrys out there!' Lea gushed when she picked up her award at the podium.

Songstress Demi Lovato, who also performed at the ceremony, was another winner with fans as she clenched the Favourite Pop Artist title.

"I won this award because of my fans so I dedicate this to you guys," Demi said on stage. "Without you guys tweeting so many times I wouldn''t be here tonight."

Notable winners of the film categories include Emma Stone for Favourite Movie Actress and Comedic Movie Actress, Johnny Depp for Favourite Movie Actor and Hugh Jackman for Favourite Action Movie Star.

The People's Choice Awards are judged by popular vote and not by industry associations or critics like a lot of the other awards.

The winners were voted for by fans online and on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

2012 People''s Choice Award winners:

Favourite Movie: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Favourite Cable TV Comedy: Hot in Cleveland

Favourite Movie Actor: Johnny Depp

Favourite TV Competition Show: American Idol

Favourite Movie Actress: Emma Stone

Favourite TV Crime Drama: Castle

Favourite Movie Icon: Morgan Freeman

Favourite Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show: Supernatural

Favourite Action Movie: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Favourite Daytime TV Host: Ellen DeGeneres

Favourite Action Movie Star: Hugh Jackman

Favourite Late Night TV Host: Jimmy Fallon

Favourite Drama Movie: Water for Elephants

Favourite Comedy Movie: Bridesmaids

Favourite TV Guest Star: Katy Perry on How I Met Your Mother

Favourite Comedic Movie Actor: Adam Sandler

Favourite Comedic Movie Actress: Emma Stone

Favourite TV Celeb Reality Star: Kim Kardashian

Favourite Movie Star Under 25: Chloë Grace Moretz

Favourite New TV Drama: Person of Interest

Favourite Ensemble Movie Cast: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Favourite New TV Comedy: 2 Broke Girls

Favourite Animated Movie Voice: Johnny Depp in Rango

Favourite Male Artist: Bruno Mars

Favourite Female Artist: Katy Perry

Favourite Movie Superhero: Ryan Reynolds as Green Lantern

Favourite Book Adaptation: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Favourite Song of the Year: E.T., Katy Perry featuring Kanye West

Favourite Network TV Drama: Supernatural

Favourite TV Drama Actor: Nathan Fillion

Favourite Album of the Year: Born This Way, Lady Gaga

Favourite TV Drama Actress: Nina Dobrev

Favourite Cable TV Drama: Pretty Little Liars

Favourite Pop Artist: Demi Lovato

Favourite Hip Hop Artist: Eminem

Favourite Network TV Comedy: How I Met Your Mother

Favourite TV Comedy Actor: Neil Patrick Harris

Favourite TV Comedy Actress: Lea Michele

Favourite R&B Artist: Rihanna

Favourite Band: Maroon 5

Favourite Country Artist: Taylor Swift

Favourite Music Video: Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F), Katy Perry

Favourite Tour Headliner: Katy Perry

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BRIT Award nominees announced with Ed Sheeran leading the way

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Ed Sheeran has more nods than any other act for this year's BRIT Awards.

The social media pop sensation shot to stardom via Twitter and Facebook. Ed sold 200,000 copies of his album + in two weeks without the aid of a record label.

Ed has been honoured by being nominated with awards in four categories, including Best Male, Best Breakthrough Act, Best Album for + and Best Single for The A Team.

Songstress Adele has the second most nominations this year. She has picked up nods in the Best Female Artist category and is up for Best Album for 21 and Best Single for Someone Like You. Adele is thought to be a main contender for these awards, and is expected to win at least one.

Jessie J also has three nods for Best Female Artist, Best Breakthrough Act and Best Single for Price Tag.
Adele and Jessie will compete against Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine, Laura Marling and Kate Bush for the Best Female Artist trophy.

Ed's male rivals for the award include James Blake, Noel Gallagher, James Morrison, and Professor Green.
Best Album nominations include Adele's 21, Coldplay's Mylo Xyloto, + by Ed, Let England Shake by PJ Harvey and Ceremonials by Florence + the Machine.

The BRIT Awards will be held on February 21 at London's O2 Arena.

2012 BRIT Awards nominees:

British male solo artist
Ed Sheeran
James Blake
James Morrison
Noel Gallagher
Professor Green

British female solo artist
Adele
Florence + the Machine
Jessie J
Kate Bush
Laura Manning

British breakthrough act
Anna Calvi
Ed Sheeran
Emeli Sandé
Jessie J
The Vaccines

British group
Arctic Monkeys
Chase & Status
Coldplay
Elbow
Kasabian

British single
Adele, Someone Like You
Ed Sheeran, The A Team
Example, Changed The Way You Kissed Me
Jessie J ft. B.o.B., Price Tag
JLS ft. Dev, She Makes Me Wanna
Military Wives/Gareth Malone, Wherever You Are
Olly Murs ft. Rizzle, Kicks Heart Skips A Beat
One Direction, What Makes You Beautiful
Pixie Lott, All About Tonight
The Wanted, Glad You Came

Mastercard British album of the year
Adele, 21
Coldplay, Mylo Xyloto
Ed Sheeran, +
Florence + the Machine, Ceremonials
PJ Harvey, Let England Shake

International male solo artist
Aloe Blacc
Bon Iver
Bruno Mars
David Guetta
Ryan Adams

International female solo artist
Beyoncé Knowles
Björk
Feist
Lady Gaga
Rihanna

International group
Fleet Foxes
Foo Fighters
Jay-Z/Kanye West
Lady Antebellum
Maroon 5

International breakthrough act
Aloe Blacc
Bon Iver
Foster The People
Lana Del Rey
Nicki Minaj

Outstanding contribution to music award
Blur

Critics' choice
1st: Emeli Sandé
2nd: Maverick Sabre
3rd: Michael Kiwanuka

British producer
Paul Epworth
Flood
Ethan Johns
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Sinead O'Connor Tweets: 'I'm really unwell...and in danger'

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Sinead O'Connor addressed the Twitterverse on Wednesday asking for help with what appears to be a psychological crisis. The situation follows her on-again-off-again-on-again relationship with her new husband which has included a few "too much information" tweets in recent days.

The following are the messages from earlier today and reference her new husband Barry and the newspaper the Irish Independent who published an article alleging that Barry was counselling teenagers on drugs while Sinead was out looking for them:

i realise i will be in trouble 4 doing this but.. ireland is a VERY hard place to find help in. So having tried other ways 1st im asking

does any1 know a psychiatrist in dublin or wicklow who could urgently see me today please? im really un-well... and in danger.

the sindo article about them trying to lose barry his job and every1 being shit to him 4 marrying me has spun me off and im ill

and i desperately need to get back on meds today. am in serious danger. please e mail me at [removed] if u know or are

a psychiatrist who can help me today... dont tweet i b away from computer i broke ankle have to go casualty

[removed] pls.. can any psychiatrist see me today an get me back on meds an help me without me having to go hospital?
me dont wanna leave me kids. or fuck up me work. im sorry worrying any1.. is just am sick and ireland shit for finding help cant think of any other way

Approximately nine hours later, the crisis seemed to be over:

hey.. wanna thank all SO much for such great help today. have a number of numbers, contacts, etc now and appointments

spoke to some great psych docs u all put me on to, gonna meet a few.. but had go hos as fractured ankle (Good work funny ways)

so they wus fab help too.. but u all amazing to send numbers and ideas and i love u all so much for that and am feeling much better

so me start meds for few weeks just they say to lift out of apres marital abuse of inoccent hubby by nasty ppl depression

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Red Hot Chili Peppers pull tour after Keidis injury

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The Red Hot Chili Peppers North American tour has been put on hold because singer Anthony Kiedis has had to undergo surgery.

Keidis was treated for a foot injury. His crushed sesamoid bone and a detached flexor tendon corrected.

The Red Hot Chili Peppers singer will make a full recovery but upcoming dates have had to be put on hold.

The following dates are effected.

01/20 04/02 Sunrise, FL Bank Atlantic Center*
01/21 03/31 Orlando, FL Amway Arena*
01/23 03/29 St. Petersburg, FL St. Pete Times Forum
01/25 04/06 Charlotte, NC Time Warner Cable Arena
01/27 04/04 Raleigh, NC RBC Center*
01/28 04/07 Columbia, SC Colonial Life Arena*
01/30 04/10 Atlanta, GA Gwinnett Center*
01/31 04/09 Greensboro, NC Greensboro Coliseum
02/03 04/12 Memphis, TN FedEx Forum*
02/04 10/04 New Orleans, LA New Orleans Arena*
02/17 08/14 Oakland, CA Oakland Arena*
02/18 08/15 Oakland, CA Oakland Arena*
02/26 08/11 Los Angeles, CA Staples Center*
02/27 08/12 Los Angeles, CA Staples Center*
02/29 09/23 San Diego, CA Valley View Casino Center*
03/02 09/25 Phoenix, AZ Jobring Arena
03/04 09/27 Denver, CO Pepsi Center*
03/06 09/29 San Antonio, TX AT&T Center*
03/08 10/20 Houston, TX Toyota Center*
03/09 10/02 Dallas, TX American Airlines Arena*
03/13 10/24 Tulsa, OK BOK Arena
03/15 10/22 Oklahoma City, OK Chesapeake Arena
03/16 10/25 Little Rock, AR Verizon Arena

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Gotye and Walk Off The Earth videos played together

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added: 13 Jan 2012 // by: Noise11 

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A new video of comparing the Gotye and Walk Off The Earth versions of 'Somebody That I Used To Know' popped up overnight on YouTube and the similarities are identical.

The Walk Off The Earth version is pretty much exactly in synch to the Gotye and Kimbra version.

In the Walk Off The Earth version the Sarah Blackwood vocal starts at exactly the same time the Kimbra version hits the Gotye version.

Played over the top of each other Walk Off The Earth's version is perfectly aligned with the Gotye original. Both songs go for exactly 4 minutes and 08 seconds.

The Gotye 'Somebody That I Used To Know' has now clocked up over 37 million views on YouTube. The song was number one for the second week in a row in Germany this week.

The Walk Off The Earth version has been a viral smash. In just five days it has generated 11,605,0003 views. Over 1.5 million of those were in the past 24 hours.

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Amber Rose: Stop bullying me

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Amber Rose is 'sick' of being bullied by the public.

The 28-year-old model is famed for her high-profile relationship with Kanye West. Since splitting up with him in the summer of 2010, Amber has found herself on the receiving end of some harsh comments from the rapper's fans.

The star says she is not deserving of such cruel remarks.

"I have people throwing things at me in the street because they're fans of Kanye,' she said before getting upset. "I'm just crying because I don't deserve to be bullied like that. I'm a nice girl, I don't bother anybody. I keep my mouth shut because I don't want any trouble. To be bullied through music and stuff like that, it's not fair to me.

"I don't deserve that, and I'm sick of being bullied."

Amber was speaking on RapFix Live on Wednesday where she was promoting her debut album and the film Gang of Roses 2, which will be released on February 14.

The stunning star wants to move on with her life, and says her current relationship with rapper Wiz Khalifa is helping her to do that.

"I'm done, I'm moving on with a new career. I'm in love with Wiz. I'm happy. I just want to move on with my life, and we can get everything out right now and then I'm done,' she smiled.

"I'm so happy now that I actually have a gentleman, a great guy that I love so much. Wiz knows that I never loved a man the way that I love him. He knows that, he's very secure with that."

Amber recently slammed Kanye for allegedly cheating on her with Kim Kardashian.

The model claimed that the rapper got close to the socialite while they were still together in a recent interview.

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Portico Quartet ask fans to remix new album track �Steepless�

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Portico Quartet have teamed up with Soundcloud to celebrate the upcoming release of their new album 'Portico Quartet' out 30th January 2012 by inviting the world to remix their phenomenal album track 'Steepless' which features singer-songwriter Cornelia.

The Mercury nominated East London based outfit's unique music has expanded to embrace new sonic territories on their third album release. Drawing on the inspiration of electronica, ambient, classical and dance music they take their strange, beautiful, cinematic, future music to exciting new vistas where the inspiration of Burial, Mount Kimbie and Flying Lotus rubs shoulders with the textures of Arve Henriksen and Bon Iver and echoes of Steve Reich and Max Richter.

Portico Quartet are encouraging fans and newcomers to their music the chance to remix 'Steepless', a track from their upcoming self titled album. Uniquely for them the track features a vocal collaboration, with East London based Swedish singer, Cornelia, whom they met through their friend Jamie Woon.

First prize includes a Pro SoundCloud account worth over £200 (courtesy of SoundCloud.com), all 3 Portico Quartet Vinyl LP releases, a limited edition EP and a pair of tickets to one of their upcoming gigs (excluding festivals). Two runners up will receive a Soundcloud Lite account and a copy of the new album.

To enter the competition and for more information on obtaining the stems and submitting remixes please visit ' http://www.facebook.com/porticoquartetmusic

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Demi Lovato love split rumours

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Demi Lovato has hinted that she has split from her boyfriend.

The 19-year-old was rumoured to have reconciled with ex-boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama after they were seen kissing in public late last year.

But now the Skyscraper singer appears to have had a change of heart regarding the opposite sex, detailed in a series of posts on Twitter about relationships.

'The smartest thing a woman can ever learn, is to never need a man,' she wrote on the social networking site.

She had earlier posted a quote by Marilyn Monroe.

'A wise girl kisses but doesn't love, listens but doesn't believe, and leaves before she is left,' Demi wrote.

The starlet and the 31-year-old actor were reportedly out together over the weekend.

But the former Disney star has recently been tweeting about 'loyalty' and thanking her 'friends who stand by my side' leading to suggestion that the pair may have split.

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Jason Donovan announces new album

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Former Neighbours star Jason Donovan has announced the release of his sixth studio album.

AAP reports that Donovan said in a statement, ''It feels great to be going back in the studio. I know exactly how I want the new album to sound and I'm as excited as I've ever been about a record.'

If it's an album of originals, it'll be his first since 1993's Between The Lines.

He's been active in the studio recently, releasing Soundtrack To The 80s in 2010 and Let Me Be Me in 2008, but both albums were predominantly covers, with only four original tracks between them.

Donovan's debut album, 1998's Ten Good Reasons, went five times platinum in the UK (and platinum in Finland).

The last decade has seen Donovan contributing musically mainly on stage, appearing in productions of Sweeney Todd, Jesus Christ Superstar, Priscilla Queen Of The Desert, and The Sound Of Music.

He finished third in last year's UK series of Strictly Come Dancing and currently hosts a show on UK adult contemporary radio station Heart.

Donovan's new album is due out in March.

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Jay-Z releases new track featuring baby Blue Ivy�s cries

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Jay-Z has released a new song featuring his baby girl Blue Ivy Carter calling her his 'greatest creation.'
His wife Beyoncé Knowles gave birth on Saturday in New York and the proud new father was inspired by his bundle of joy and laid down a track which showcased the cries of the newborn.
In the song called Glory, the 42-year-old rapper also seemed to allude to the fact that the Single Ladies singer once lost a child.
'Last time the miscarriage was so tragic, we was afraid you disappeared,' Jay-Z rhymed and also rapped about 'false alarms and false starts.'
'All the pain of the last time, prayed so hard it was the last time.
'The most amazing feeling I feel, Words can't describe what a feeling, for real, Baby I'll paint the sky blue, My greatest creation was you.'
In the heartfelt soulful track, Jay-Z also reveals that their daughter was conceived in Paris and calls Blue a 'younger, smarter, faster' version of himself, but said the baby looked like his superstar wife.
Blue Ivy also made her debut on the track and the sound of her gurgles and cries can be heard at the end of the song which was produced by Pharrell Williams.
The little girl is the first child for the couple who have been married for four years. Her name is said to have been inspired by the pair's love of the number 4 which is IV in Roman numerals. The digit is significant for both stars as Beyoncé was born on September 4, while Jay-Z's birthday is December 4.
They wed on April 4 2008 and both have IV etched on their ring fingers in honor of that special day.

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Glory - Jay-Z feat. Blue Ivy Carter by Warhol2011

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Mel B: I have tantrums

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Mel B admits having 'little tantrums' from time to time.

The former Spice Girl is famously honest and direct in interviews. Mel famously chimed in one interview: 'I've sold 75 million records. Of course I'm a diva!' and insists all female stars are prone to the odd outburst or two.

'What girl isn't a diva? We all have our little tantrums,' she smiled in an interview with UK Star magazine.

Mel welcomed baby daughter Madison last September. This is her and her husband Stephen Belafonte's first child together, although the 36-year-old singer has two other daughters from previous relationships.

Mel had Phoenix Chi, 12, with ex-husband Jimmy Gulzar and four-year-old Angel with actor Eddie Murphy.

Despite having such a young baby, the star says sleepless nights are a thing of the past.

'Not really. This is my third kid, so I'm used to it. It's still hard work but you kinda have to get on with it. Babies are babies ' they'll do whatever they want,' she said.

Mel wouldn't like a boy to add to her female brood.

'No, I love my girls. I've got all my girls and thank God they're healthy and happy. I'm good to go,' she said.

Mel enjoyed international fame in the Spice Girls. However, she doesn't want her girls to follow in her footsteps.

'Oh, I always say to my kids, 'Education is first,'' she revealed.

'I don't give advice. I mean, my thing is, life is hard and as long as you're a good, honest person, then just get on with it. And then whatever comes your way, just treat it with, like, open arms.'

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Bryan Ferry gets married

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Bryan Ferry has tied the knot with girlfriend Amanda Sheppard.
The 66-year-old Roxy Music star said 'I do' to the PR executive who at 29, is 37 years his junior.
The pair got married at the Amanyara luxury beach resort on the Turks and Caicos Islands last week, the Daily Mail is reporting.
Bryan's new bride is his second wife following his 21-year marriage to Lucy Helmore with whom he has four children.
The rocker also famously dated American model Jerry Hall for two years before she ended the relationship to be with Rolling Stone frontman Mick Jagger.
Bryan recently spoke about how lucky he felt for being with a much younger woman.
'The interesting thing is. you never really meet people your own age who aren't married,' he told Live magazine.
'I'm very fortunate that I work in music, where you're in touch with different age groups, either the audience or people you work with. It does help. Obviously I'm not ageist.'
The couple started dating in 2009 and a few months later Amanda quit her public relations job and moved into the singer's home.
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David Foster head's to Verve

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Renowned Producer, composter and performer David Foster will head up Universal Music's Verve Music Group.

Verve, one of the world's great adult music, pop and jazz labels, features a roster including Andrea Bocelli, Jamie Cullum and Diana Krall.

'We are committed to expanding our A&R investment in all areas of music on a global basis, and the adult music, pop and jazz genres are very important to me,' stated UMG Chairman Lucian Grainge. 'With David at the helm, we're now uniquely positioned for even more dramatic growth. He is one of music's most versatile and prolific hit makers, and one of the industry's most gifted developers of talent.'

During his career Foster has worked with Celine Dion, Andrea Bocelli, Mariah Carey, Seal, Gloria Estefan, *NSYNC, Neil Diamond, Whitney Houston, Cher, Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, Chaka Khan, Barbra Streisand, Donna Summer, Kenny Rogers, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Beyonce and Christina Aguilera.

Songs written by Foster include 'After The Love Has Gone' (Earth, Wind & Fire), 'Hard To Say I'm Sorry' (Chicago), 'One More Chance' (Madonna) and 'Tell Him' (Barbara Streisand and Celine Dion).

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Ed Sheeran announces summer forest date

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Ed Sheeran has announced a special gig in his home county of Suffolk next summer where he will perform amongst the trees at Thetford Forest as part of Forestry Commission Live Music.

Ed Sheeran has established himself as a prolific live performer with hundreds of gigs under his belt, building a legion of fans in the process. Following a succession of profile-raising EP's, his No 1 debut album '+' released last September has been a continuous fixture in the album charts and returned to the No 1 position at the beginning of 2012. It has generated infectious hit singles like 'The A Team', 'Lego House', and 'You Need Me, I Don't Need You'. Music industry accolades include 2011 Q Award for Breakthrough Artist and BBC Radio 1's Teen Awards best single for 'The A Team'.

Forestry Commission Live Music is an independent programme bringing music to new audiences without commercial branding or sponsorship. Income generated from ticket sales is spent on improving the local forests for both people and wildlife. Thetford Forest hosts up to six concerts each summer with full bar and catering services, ample onsite parking plus a dedicated taxi and private car drop off/pick-up zone.

Commenting on the forest date, Ed Sheeran said, 'I am delighted to confirm this gig as my only East Anglian show in 2012. It will be a forest first for me and I can't wait to get on stage amongst the trees and perform in such a unique place.'

Ed Sheeran plus guests will be performing

Thursday 12th July, Thetford Forest, Nr Brandon, Suffolk

Tickets £24 (subject to booking fee) go on sale at 9.00am Friday 13th January from the Forestry Commission box office tel 03000 680400 or buy online at www.forestry.gov.uk/music

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Snoop Dogg drug busted in Texas

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Snoop Dogg has been arrested over the weekend for possessing less than half an ounce of marijuana.

The bust happened in Sierra Blanca, TX when a drug-sniffing dog found two joints in a prescription bottle on Dogg's tour bus as he crossed the US-Mexico border.

It was the same place country superstar Willie Nelson had been busted for possession in 2010.

Dogg has a prescription for medical marijuana in California, but the prescription isn't valid in Texas. He was released and given a January 20 court date. If convicted he could face 180 days in jail.

Willie Nelson and Snoop Dogg collaborated on the song Superman on Dogg's 2011 album Doggumentary.

Although it was a long time ago, Texas is the same state that sentenced Roky Erickson to ten years in a mental institution where he received electro-shock therapy after he was convicted of possession of a single joint. Needless to say those Texans don't like to mess around with these things.

Here's Toby Keith singing about smoking weed with Willie Nelson:

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Beyonce takes baby home

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Beyonce Knowles had a 'military like' get away from her New York hospital today.
The 30-year-old singer gave birth to baby Blue Ivy Carter on Saturday and has been recuperating at Lenox Hill Hospital over the past few days.
But it is reported that the Single Ladies singer left the facility around 1.30am Tuesday morning in a cavalcade of several blacked-out SUVs.
Beyonce was apparently accompanied by rapper husband Jay-Z and they made a speedy exit from the hospital's back loading dock.
An eyewitness told New York Daily News that the exit consisted of elaborate car choreography to ensure security and also to outwit waiting photographers.
'It was very precise, very military-like,' one witness said. 'Immediately, security personnel began leaving the hospital.'
First pictures of Blue Ivy are speculated to fetch over $1 million.
The music couple released a statement yesterday saying that they were in 'heaven' following the birth of their first child.
'She was delivered naturally at a healthy 7lbs and it was the best experience of both of our lives. We are thankful to everyone for all of your prayers, well wishes, loves and support,' the message read.
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I Like Trains team up with Wild Beasts man on new album

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I Like Trains have announced that they are currently in the studio working on their as yet untitled third album with Mercury Prize nominated producer Richard Formby.

The band hope that Formby, best known for his recent work with Wild Beasts' on the albums "Smother" and "Tiny Dancers", can take them further forward as they look to push and evolve their sound already developed over the previous two albums.

The news follows the band's recent unveiling of the epic video for the track "Sea of Regrets" which has racked up over 37,000 views within a matters of weeks.

Further details on the new album are expected to emerge towards the end of the month.

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White Stripes offer unreleased outtakes on vinyl

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The White Stripes are offering two 'markedly different' versions of previously released tracks on vinyl.

This is all part of Jack White's Third Man Records 'Vault' series, where subscribers get a hodge podge of oddities and rarities sent out to them.

If you sign up to the latest package, you'll get the third, triple-album entry in their Singles Collection, on coloured vinyl with a fold-out poster that lines up with previous entries.

You'll also get a light-sensitive colour-changing tee-shirt of the Third Man Records logo.

But the most sought-after part of the package will be a 7-inch record of two White Stripes songs ' 'Dead Leaves' and 'Let's Build A Home' ' recorded during the sessions for their self-titled debut in 1999.

These versions are promised to be 'markedly different' to the versions that ended up on White Blood Cells and De Stijl.

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MTV Brand New for 2012 announce final nominee

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MTV Brand New for 2012 announce the final 2012 nominee.

For the first time ever it is an unsigned artist. Norwich-born urban artist Context will go head to head with the other nine shortlisted artists; Lana Del Rey, Michael Kiwanuka, Angel, Clement Marfo and the Frontline, Conor Maynard, Delilah, King Charles, Lianne La Havas and Charli XCX for the overall title, announced on 1st February.

Voting opens today at 4pm from www.mtv.co.uk/brandnew

Over 2,500 unsigned artists entered the MTV Brand New for 2012 unsigned competition.

Context said: 'Everything I've achieved up until now has been just me, in my bedroom, making the kind of music I wanted. To start off 2012 by winning this, is incredible. I've been so humbled by the overwhelming support of everyone voting for me, and to the guys at MTV. I'm so thankful.'

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David Bowie's best song named in poll

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The U.K.'s Digital Spy conducted a special poll in honor of David Bowie's 65th birthday to select his best songs and the surprising winner was the track Life on Mars? from his 1971 album Hunky Dory. It received 21.4% of all the votes.

Second was the less surprising Heroes with 12.5% and Ashes to Ashes with 7.3%.

The top ten:

Life on Mars? (21.4%)
Heroes (12.5%)
Ashes to Ashes (7.3%)
Let's Dance (6.1%)
Starman (5.9%)
Space Oddity (4.6%)
Changes (3.3%)
Ziggy Stardust (3.3%)
The Man Who Sold the World (3.2%)
Magic Dance (2.5%)

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Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi diagnosed with cancer

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Tony Iommi, guitarist with Black Sabbath from 1969 to 2006 and once again from 2011 to today, has been diagnosed with early stage lymphoma.

The following was posted on both Black Sabbath and Iommi's official sites:

With the news that Black Sabbath´s Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with the early stages of lymphoma, his bandmates would like everyone to send positive vibes to the guitarist at this time. Iommi is currently working with his doctors to establish the best treatment plan--the 'IRON MAN' of Rock & Roll remains upbeat and determined to make a full and successful recovery.

This comes as Black Sabbath--Ozzy Osbourne (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass) and Bill Ward (drums)--are writing and recording their first album in 33 years in Los Angeles (still set for release this fall) with producer Rick Rubin. They will now go to the UK to continue to work with Tony. Further information will be released as it becomes available.

The group is scheduled to start their world tour on May 18 in Moscow and to headline the Download Festival on June 8 to 10 in Donnington Park, England.

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Tony Iommi diagnosed with Lymphoma

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Black Sabbath star Tony Iommi has been diagnosed with lymphoma.

The 63-year-old rocker posted a statement on his website that announced he is in the 'early stages' of the disease, which is cancer of the lymphocytes.

The so-called 'Iron Man of Rock' assured fans that he remains 'upbeat and determined' and is working with doctors to beat the illness.

The website also stated that his Black Sabbath band mates Ozzy Osbourne, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward would like fans to send 'positive vibes' to Tony.

The news come as Black Sabbath are working on their first album in 33 years. The record is being produced in Los Angeles with Rick Rubin and is still set to be released this fall, but Tony's website stated that the band will be travelling to the UK to work with the stricken guitarist.

Black Sabbath are planning to tour with their original line-up this May.

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Lady Gaga �wants two homes with lover�

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Lady Gaga and her boyfriend are planning to buy two homes together.

The star has been dating Taylor Kinney since July of last year, but only recently stepped out in public with him.

Although they have only just entered the limelight as a couple they are rumoured to be ready to buy property together.

There has been speculation Gaga was purchasing a £1.1 million property in Pennsylvania for them to live in, but their plans are apparently bigger than that.

'They've been looking for two places ' one near his parents in Pennsylvania and one in the Big Apple,' a source told British newspaper The Sun.

It's unknown how big they want their New York accommodation to be. Gaga hails from the city and has regularly spoken of her love for it. She still spends a lot of time at her mother and father's home there.

Gaga and Taylor have worked hard to keep their relationship low key after meeting on the set of the promo for her track Yoü and I. Rather than staying in lavish hotels, the 24-year-old singer has often opted to stay in the beach shack Taylor shares with three friends.

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Jerry Seinfeld announces his only UK shows of 2012

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Following his critically acclaimed, sold out show at The O2 in London earlier this year, comedian Jerry Seinfeld is returning to the UK this May to play his first ever shows outside of the capital at less than half the cost of the 2011 London show.

Hailed as "the master stand-up comic of his generation" and "the best comedian of our time" by The Washington Post, Seinfeld has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.

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May 2012
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Elvis Costello rolls into 12 more US cities

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Elvis Costello is bringing his Spectacular Spinning Songbook Tour back for another round starting in April.

The tour, which has been a critical success at the more than thirty stops it has already made, includes a giant carnival wheel filled with Costello hits and rarities. Audience members are invited on stage to spin the wheel, making the set list different every night.

The newly announced dates:
04/10 - Vancouver, BC - Orpheum Theatre
04/12 - Seattle, WA - Paramount Theatre
04/13 - Portland, OR - Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
04/15 - San Francisco, CA - Warfield Theatre
04/16 - San Diego, CA - Humphreys
04/17 - Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern
04/21 - Windsor, ON - Colosseum at Caesars Windsor
04/23 - Melbourne, FL - King Center
04/24 - Clearwater, FL - Ruth Eckerd Hall
04/25 - Hollywood, FL - Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
04/27 - Jacksonville, FL - Florida Theatre
04/29 - Durham, NC - Durham PAC

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Muddy Waters son releasing new album

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Larry "Mud" Morganfield was born in 1954, the oldest son of blues legend Muddy Waters, but it wasn't until 2008 that he actually followed his blues legacy with his debut album. Morganfield has now signed with Severn Records to release the followup, Son of the Seventh Son, on March 20.

Recorded in Chicago and produced by Bob Corritore, Son of the Seventh Son features Mud Morganfield's earthy, soulful vocals backed by a cadre of blues all-stars, including Kenny Smith on drums, Rick Kreher and Billy Flynn on guitar, Barrelhouse Chuck on keyboards, E.G. McDaniel on bass, and Harmonica Hines and Bob Corritore on harp.

'I just couldn't have done this without those cats, man,' Morganfield told writer Terry Mullins in an interview published in Blues Blast Magazine. 'They brought something to the studio that will forever live in my heart. It brought out the best in me. It's a great CD, some of the best work I've done so far. It's got one great song after another on it.'

Son of the Seventh Son includes seven Mud Morganfield originals, as well several other new tunes and a couple songs associated with his famous dad, such as You Can't Lose What You Ain't Never Had. Producer Bob Corritore calls his sound 'a contemporary version of traditional Chicago blues.'

'There's two songs of pop's on there and with anything I do, I'm gonna add pop,' Morganfield said in the interview. 'But the rest of the disc is made up of several songs that I wrote, along with a song that Bob Corritore wrote and one my good friend Studebaker John wrote. But it's all got that Muddy style to it, because that's who I am. Without me even trying, I come off like the son of Muddy Waters and I'm proud that it's like that.'

Chicago-based Mud Morganfield is the eldest son of the blues icon and bears a striking vocal and physical resemblance to his illustrious father. He has toured all over the world spreading the gospel of blues just like his daddy did and will support the release of Son of the Seventh Son with tour dates both in the U.S. and internationally, as well.

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Nigel Kennedy starts Vivaldi�s Four Seasons tour

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Following the staggering success of his UK performances of Vivaldi's Four Seasons last season, including a stunning, sold out show at London's Royal Albert Hall, Nigel Kennedy is soon to be touring the UK in January, again performing his exhilarating and unique take on Vivaldi's Four Seasons as well as his own brand new composition, the Four Elements.

This marks the world premiere of the Four Elements. Composed for the Orchestra of Life and voices, the Four Elements is a highly descriptive composition, inspired by the elements of earth, water, air and fire, which takes the listener on a journey of exhilaration, contemplation and celebration.

For over twenty-five years, Nigel Kennedy has been acknowledged as one of the world's leading violin virtuosos and is, without doubt, one of the most important violinists Britain has ever produced. His virtuoso technique, unique talent and mass appeal have brought fresh perspectives to both the classical and contemporary repertoire. He is the best selling classical violinist of all time.

Kennedy released his first Studio album via Sony in September, his own brand new original composition 'Four Elements', which he will be performing in full as part of his show.

Nigel says "I couldn't be happier to be bringing my new orchestra back to the UK for these dates with the Four Seasons and my new work - they are brilliant young players at the top of their form. It's great to include my band members to the Orchestra of Life. For the Four Seasons, we have also brought in Massive Attack's percussionist, Damon Reece ' I am very excited by this new approach to the Seasons!"

JANUARY 2012

Tuesday 10 Ipswich Regent Theatre
Wednesday 11 Newcastle City Hall -rescheduled from 20th Sept
Thursday 12 Edinburgh Usher Hall
Saturday 14 York Opera House
Sunday 15 Liverpool Philharmonic Hall-rescheduled from 22nd Sept
Monday 16 Nottingham Royal Concert Hall-rescheduled from 23rd Sept
Wednesday 18 Bristol Colston Hall -rescheduled from 14th Sept
Thursday 19 Cardiff St David's Hall-rescheduled from 12th Sept
Saturday 21 London Barbican -rescheduled from 17th Sept
Sunday 22 Oxford New Theatre -rescheduled from 11th Sept
Monday 23 Brighton Dome -rescheduled from 15th Sept

These special performances feature members of Nigel Kennedy's band and Orchestra of Life; as well as his new composition, the Four Elements, Nigel will perform his unique new interpretation of Vivaldi Four Seasons.

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Adele �planning Grammys performance�

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Grammy producers are reportedly hopeful that Adele will perform at the ceremony next month.

The British star has been nominated for six of the prestigious music awards, including album of the year for her smash hit record 21.

Adele has been keeping a low profile in recent months after undergoing emergency surgery for a haemorrhaged vocal cord in November. She was advised to take a break from singing and forced to cancel several tour dates.

However, it has now been reported that Adele could show off her stunning vocals by opening this year's Grammy Awards.

"Adele will be at the Grammys in Los Angeles on February 12," a source close to the singer told RadarOnline.com. "She's thrilled to be nominated, but it's been a hard time for her because of the surgery. She has begun talking more, with her doctor's permission. Adele's best friend in recent weeks has been warm compresses around her neck to help the healing process of her vocal chords.

'Producers of the Grammys would love to have Adele perform, and open the show, but she isn't able to give them an answer yet. She won't be able to give them an answer until the beginning of February, and they completely understand."

People usually take anywhere between one and three months to recover from the throat operation.

It was recently reported that Adele has been eating less junk food in a bid to boost her all-around health.

She is believed to have lost 25lbs to ensure she looks her best for the Grammy Awards and to 'sex up' her image.

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Dolly Parton anxious to meet Latifah

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Dolly Parton felt like she was going on a date before meeting Queen Latifah because she was so nervous.

The country music legend stars alongside Latifah in the new movie Joyful Noise. Parton plays larger-than-life G.G. Sparrow who butts heads with Latifah's character over how to win a national choir competition.

Although they play enemies in the film, the pair got along famously in real life.

'We talked on the phone about two or three times before we actually met,' Parton told New York Daily News. 'Then, when we finally met, all day long I was putting on different outfits and combing my hair out. I couldn't wait to see her!

'I was so nervous, it was almost like we were going on a date or something.'

Latifah is equally as gushing about working with the 65-year-old star.

'I still sometimes have to stop and pinch myself and say, 'Oh my gosh, that's Dolly Parton!'' she revealed.

Parton and Latifah have both enjoyed music careers as well as appearing in movies.

Latifah still loves rapping and felt inspired to appear in Joyful Noise because of her passion for music.

'When I'm acting, I can just throw on a record, put a song on my iPod and it takes me [to where the character should be],' Latifah explained. 'I don't have to go into, 'Who died in my family,' or 'Will I ever have children?' I can just go with the chords alone and I'm there.'

Although Parton likes testing out her acting skills, her priority will always be making records and performing live. She would rather concentrate on music because films take so long to make.

'I prefer my music,' she smiled. 'I'm more of a one-nighter person than a squat-down-for-three-months kind of gal. But [making a film], you have to kind of brace yourself for that.'

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Quick quips: Van Halen, Kool & the Gang, Aerosmith, Metallica, Ronnie James Dio, Gregg Allman, Ted Nugent, 100 Club

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Van Halen has made an interesting choice to open some of their shows on the upcoming tour, 70's/80's funkmasters Kool and the Gang. Tickets for most of the stops announced go on sale on Saturday, January 14.

Steven Tyler talked about the upcoming Aerosmith album while being interviewed at the TCA panel for American Idol. "All of it's been written but I've got to lay lyrics on it and I haven't had a lot of time. What I've listened to so far knocked me out. I know a good song and I know what gets played on the radio. I'm not that pretentious to say we've got hits, but we've got something and that's all that matters."
As far as the sound, "It's Aerosmith, how do you hide from my big mouth?"

Kirk Hammett was also talking about Metallica's upcoming album. He told Rolling Stone "If Death Magnetic was a logical successor to .And Justice For All, the next album will be a heavier Black Album. We're not going to the depths of complexity that we did for Death Magnetic. The stuff we're coming up with is more groove-oriented, a heavier version of what we were doing in the early 90s.

A long list of rock and metal greats are getting on board a tribute album for the late Ronnie James Dio. Signed up so far are Rob Halford (Judas Priest), Lemmy Kilmister (Motorhead), Ian Gillan (Deep Purple), Alice Cooper, Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Sebastian Bach (Skid Row) and Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters). The album is expected to be out next year.

Two men attending Gregg Allman's show last Wednesday at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville got into a fight with the result being one sustaining a knife wound to the face and the other being arrested by authorities.
Not that this will be any big surprise, but Pierce Munitions, makers of precision ammunition, will be putting out a new line of hunting bullets under Ted Nugent's name.

The 100 Club in London has failed in its attempt to get historical protection. English Heritage, the organization that make recommendations on landmarks backed the plan, noting it was the oldest active club in London, but the British government rejected the bid.
A government spokesperson told the Sunday Telegram "There's no denying the club's place in British pop music history, but in the end it's only the stage and the signage that mark it out as being any different from any other basement club. I can't help but feel that giving the cradle of punk rock listed building status would not be quite in tune with that movement's driving spirit."

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Jennifer Lopez: Beyoncé will love being a mom

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Jennifer Lopez says that she knows Beyoncé Knowles will be a 'great mom.'

The 42-year-old performer added to the inundation of celebrity well wishers giving their congratulations to the Single Ladies singer and husband Jay-Z who welcomed their daughter Blue Ivy Carter to the world over the weekend.

Jennifer, who gave birth to twins Max and Emme nearly three years ago, told Entertainment Tonight that Beyoncé has a lot of wonderful things to look forward to.

'The best part of [Beyoncé's] life is about to begin,' Jennifer said with a smile. 'I wish her the best. I know she's going to love it and be a great mom.'

The American Idol judge also put paid to rumours that host of the talent show Ryan Seacrest was leaving the hit show.

'Is he going somewhere?' Jennifer asked which was followed up with a resolute answer from her fellow judge Randy Jackson.

'[Seacrest] ain't going nowhere,' Randy said adding that the show returns, with Seacrest as host, on January 18.

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Randy Jackson: American Idol is the best

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Randy Jackson believes that American Idol is superior to other TV talent shows of its kind, including The X Factor and The Voice.

The American Idol judge was speaking at the show's panel during the Television Critics Association Winter Session in Pasadena on Sunday.

Randy insisted that other singing competitions that are aired ' including The X Factor featuring Simon Cowell and Paula Abdul ' pale in comparison to Idol.

'Simon and Paula are dear friends of ours. I think that Idol is still the best TV of its kind anywhere, and we invented this whole game and everyone's kind of copying it,' Randy explained, as shows like The X Factor and The Voice were brought up throughout the conversation. 'We wish him well.'

Season 11 of the hit series premieres in the US later this month, and will also see the return of judges Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez.

Jennifer, who is famed for her emotionally charged reactions to contestants, insists her approach will not be any different in the new season.

'It hasn't changed, we're still the same people. I'm still an emotional person. We're a little bit more comfortable, we're still having fun,' she said.

'We have amazing talent so that always makes it more exciting.'

Jennifer will be juggling her judging duties with family life. The stunning star has toddler twins Max and Emme to care for, which she says will always be her priority.

'They are so little and cute. It's a juggling act, just like any, you know, single mom, it's just balancing everything out and making sure they're OK. They come first. They feel loved happy and. they are, the most important thing in my life,' she said.

Steven says starring on Idol has boosted his celebrity status ' despite being a rock legend. The Aerosmith star is recognised more ' especially by a younger audience, who now appreciate his music.

'[Last season] it wasn't really accepted up front [with the rock community], mostly from my own bandmates because they didn't know what was going on with the Aerosmith thing at the end. But it's brought younger kids to our music anyway,' he explained.

'It's like, 'Really?. I can't go anywhere anymore,' he said.

American Idol Season 11 premieres on January 18 on FOX.

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KISS & Motley Crue to join forces?

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It's only a rumor at this time but, according to the site bravewords.com, a source has reported that KISS and Motley Crue will tour together in the autumn.

If the report is true, it would most likely be a KISS headlining tour in support of their album Monster with Motley Crue in a support role.

KISS should have the recording of the Monster album in the can according to members of the group although no timeframe has been set for the release.

On the other hand, Motley Crue may be in a bit of an upheaval. They are playing a short residency in Las Vegas in February; however, lead Vince Neil has said that he might be leaving the group. "This is all about me thinking about the second half of my life, thinking about my future, and that future might not include Motley Crue after Vegas."

We will pass along any further developments on this rumor when they become available.

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Paul McCartney 'Kisses On the Bottom' album preview

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As has been widely reported, Paul McCartney has recorded an album of mostly standard pop songs that he remembers from his childhood and which influenced him musically. Kisses on the Bottom will be out February 7 in the U.S. (February 6 in the rest of the world) through Hear Music in both a standard and deluxe edition.

The album was produced by Tommy LiPuma and Diana Krall and includes Krall's band along with guest appearances form Eric Clapton and Stevie Wonder.

McCartney said of the song selection,"When I kind of got into songwriting, I realized how well structured these songs were and I think I took a lot of my lessons from them. I always thought artists like Fred Astaire were very cool. Writers like Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, all of those guys - I just thought the songs were magical. And then, as I got to be a songwriter I thought it's beautiful, the way they made those songs."

The recording process for the album also reminded McCartney of his days with the Beatles. "It was very spontaneous, kind of organic, which then reminded me of the way we'd work with The Beatles. We'd bring a song in, kick it around, when we found a way to do it we'd say 'Okay, let's do a take now' and by the time everyone kind of had an idea of what they were doing, we'd learnt the song. So that's what we did, we did the take live in the studio."

...and as for that title, it's actually a line from the opening song, I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter.

Track List:

I'm Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter (Fred Ahlert & Joe Young)
Home (When Shadows Fall) (Jeff Clarkson, Peter van Steeden, Harry Clarkson)
It's Only A Paper Moon (Harold Arlen, E.Y. Harburg, Billy Rose)
More I Cannot Wish You (Frank Loesser)
The Glory Of Love (Billy Hill)
We Three (My Echo, My Shadow And Me) (Sammy Mysels, Dick Robertson, Nelson Cogane)
Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate The Positive (Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer)
My Valentine (Paul McCartney)
Always (Irving Berlin)
My Very Good Friend The Milkman (Harold Spina, Johnny Burke)
Bye Bye Blackbird (Ray Henderson, Mort Dixon)
Get Yourself Another Fool (Haywood Henry, Tucker)
The Inch Worm (Frank Loesser)
Only Our Hearts (Paul McCartney)

The Deluxe Edition of the album adds the following two songs:

Baby's Request (Paul McCartney)
My One And Only Love (Guy Wood, Robert Mellin)

Artist: Paul McCartney
Title: Kisses on the Bottom
Release Date: February 7, 2011
Label: Hear Music
Format(s): CD, DD (Standard & Deluxe Editions)

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Katherine Jenkins emotional on stage

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Katherine Jenkins broke down in tears during a stage performance little more than a week after splitting from her fiancé.

The Welsh classical singer and television presenter Gethin Jones mutually decided to end their four-year relationship at the end of December.

Katherine kicked off her tour in the UK over the weekend, and found herself overcome with emotion as she performed her first song of the night.

The heartbroken songstress was comforted by her orchestra's conductor Anthony Inglis, who handed the star a handkerchief following her emotional display.

"Glad I could come to the aid with a hanky. Needed one myself,' he tweeted on Sunday after the show.

Despite being emotional, Katherine received two standing ovations at the New Theatre in Oxford.

She looked stunning in a glamorous floor-length white gown, with her ring finger noticeably bare.

Katherine and Gethin confirmed the December break-up on their personal Twitter pages.The couple had been together for four years. Gethin proposed to the 31-year-old star last January.

Just a few weeks ago, Katherine had discussed starting a family with her beau.

'I'd like to have a family of my own - slip away for a bit and do nothing but spend those early years with my children,' she said in a recent interview.

'I'd like to think I can come back, but I believe children are a gift and I want to enjoy them some time in the next few years. Gethin does too.'

Both parties were obviously saddened by their split, with Katherine revealing she felt 'beyond broken hearted' after announcing the break-up.

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