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• Pink trapped in an elevator before comeback gig

  03-07-2017 23:45 via music-news.com
  
  The singer made her live comeback after taking some time off to focus on her family.
  
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• Jana Kramer spends family time with estranged husband

  03-07-2017 23:45 via music-news.com
  
  The former couple appears to be back on good terms after parting ways last summer.
  
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• Swedena s Br valla festival cancelled over sex attacks6:44 pm - Jul 3, 2017

  03-07-2017 23:37
  Swedish festival BrA valla has been cancelled for 2018, following reports of four rapes and 23 sexual assaults on-site this weekend. BrA valla took place this weekend , with The Killers , The Chainsmokers , System Of A Down , Linkin Park , Prophets Of Rage and many more performing at the A-stergA tland event in the south-east of Sweden.
  
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• JAY-Z Drops 'Footnotes' Video for 'The Story of O.J.,' Makes '4:44' Available to All Tidal Users

  03-07-2017 23:25
  
  JAY-Z has shared a new visual to coincide with 4:44 track "The Story of O.J." and its previously released animated video. The latest...
  
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• Stevie Ryan, Actress and Internet Star, Dies at 33

  03-07-2017 22:16
  
  Stevie Ryan, an actress and comedian who gained fame with impersonations of celebrities on YouTube, has died. She was 33.
  Los Angeles County coroner...
  
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• Madonna's manager defends JAY-Z over anti-Semitism allegations

  03-07-2017 21:45 via music-news.com
  
  JAY-Z's new album 4:44 has caused controversy due to references to Jewish people in a song.
  
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• 311's 10 Best Songs: Critic's Picks

  03-07-2017 21:20
  
  311 is one of the biggest cult bands in America, whether you love or hate them.
  They have their own holiday (March 11, natch), their own vape pen (...
  
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• 'Star Wars' Droids Join Lineup for July 4 Concert in DC

  03-07-2017 21:04
  
  The annual July Fourth concert near the U.S. Capitol will include an appearance by two droids who fought for independence in a galaxy far, far away....
  
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• It's Official: AEG Warns Acts That Skip Staples Center Can't Play O2 in London

  03-07-2017 20:05
  
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• Ed Sheeran and Calvin Harris go head-to-head for this week's Number 1 album

  03-07-2017 19:38 via music-news.com
  
  Though Ed Sheeran returned to Number 1 on the Official Albums Chart following Glastonbury, he's got some stiff competition to hold onto the top spot this week.
  
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• Despacito's grip at Number 1 looks set to hold for another week

  03-07-2017 19:30 via music-news.com
  
  Despacito is shaping up to be the song of the summer as it looks set to claim another week at Number 1 on the Official Singles Chart.
  
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• Clint Eastwood, Warner Bros. Face Copyright Lawsuit Over 'Jersey Boys' Adaptation

  03-07-2017 19:26
  
  It took nearly ten years for a federal judge to look at Jersey Boys, the Broadway story of the 1960s pop group The Four Seasons, and declare the...
  
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• Music News Teenager jailed for life after plotting terror attack at Elton John gig

  03-07-2017 19:16
  A teenager from west London has been jailed after admitting to plotting a terror attack that could have targeted an Elton John concert in Hyde Park. Haroon Syed, a 19-year-old from Hounslow, pleaded guilty at the Old Bailey back in April to a charge of preparation of terrorist acts.
  
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• Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Rule Hot 100, Imagine Dragons Hit Top 10

  03-07-2017 19:05
  
  Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee's "Despacito," featuring Justin Bieber, leads the Billboard Hot 100 chart (dated July 15) for an eighth...
  
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• Kenny Chesney's 10 Best Songs: Critic's Picks

  03-07-2017 18:30
  
  When Kenny Chesney made his chart debut in 1993 with “Whatever It Takes,” few in the industry could have ever guessed that fans were...
  
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• Sneak Peek: Was Kelsie ThisClose To Her Mysterious Catfish Without Even Knowing It?

  03-07-2017 18:00
  
  In this 'Catfish' sneak peek, Nev and Max cast doubt on a woman's online love.
  
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• MTV'S 'Wild 'N Out' Boasts Big Ratings Bump With Chance the Rapper Guest Spot

  03-07-2017 18:00
  
  MTV’s beefed up Wild ‘N Out has proved to be a ratings star. The premiere was the network’s highest rated unscripted episode among...
  
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• On the Charts: DJ Khaled Edges Imagine Dragons for Number One

  03-07-2017 17:03 via rollingstone.com
  
  DJ Khaled edged out Imagine Dragons to take Number One on the Billboard 200 as the producer's Grateful sold 149,000 total copies in its debut week.Khaled's latest all-star affair gave him his second straight chart topper – following 2016's Major Key – even though Grateful was largely powered by streaming equivalent albums, or SEAs; only 50,000 units of the 149,000 haul came from traditional album sales, Billboard reports.
  At Number Two, Imagine Dragons' Evolve sold 147,000 total copi
  
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• Paul McCartney: 'I stopped drinking before shows after it made me forget my lyrics'

  03-07-2017 16:45 via music-news.com
  
  Paul McCartney likes to feel light when he goes on stage.
  
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• This Week in Billboard Chart History: In 2008, Katy Perry 'Kissed a Girl,' and Hit No. 1

  03-07-2017 16:30
  
  Your weekly recap celebrating significant milestones from more than seven decades of Billboard chart history.
  July 3, 1982An '80s classic crowned...
  
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• Peppermint Talks 'Black Pepper' Album & Teases Music Videos

  03-07-2017 16:00
  
  Peppermint is one busy queen. As previously reported, the RuPaul’s Drag Race season 9 runner-up is hard at work filming a documentary...
  
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• Daphne Willis Talks 'Somebody's Someone' Inspiration, Overcoming Mental Illness

  03-07-2017 16:00
  
  Musicians generally fall into one of two categories: those who willingly reveal the meaning and inspiration behind any given piece (think Lady Gaga)...
  
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• Drew Vision Gets a Major Sweet Tooth in 'Want 'Em All' Video: Exclusive Premiere

  03-07-2017 15:00
  
  When Drew Vision says he wants “‘em all,” he’s not just talking about his appreciation for the world’s spectrum of...
  
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• Music News Beyonc reportedly signed off on every track on Jay-Za s a 4:44a

  03-07-2017 14:50
  Jay-Z's producer No I.D. has claimed that BeyoncA© signed off on every track on Jay's new album '4:44' . The rapper's thirteenth studio album was released on Friday following its surprise announcement last month.
  
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• Venezuelan Artists Speak Out Through Salsa With Ruben Blades Cover: Watch

  03-07-2017 13:41
  
  While violent events continued in Venezuela, trombonist Johsir Cordova gathered together more than 30 musicians to record a version of Ruben Blades...
  
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• Meghan Trainor posts gushing tribute to boyfriend as they celebrate one-year anniversary

  03-07-2017 12:45 via music-news.com
  
  The 23-year-old singer has been dating Spy Kids actor Daryl Sabara since last summer (16).
  
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• Justin Bieber struggled with a cold during headline London gig

  03-07-2017 12:45 via music-news.com
  
  Justin Bieber talked about his cold while he performed at London's Hyde Park on Sunday.
  
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• Adele's concert cancellations wreck live DVD plans

  03-07-2017 12:45 via music-news.com
  
  Adele's decision to cancel her Wembley Stadium gigs has met with a mixed reaction from fans.
  
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• 5 Must-See Shows at the Latin Alternative Music Conference 2017

  03-07-2017 11:57
  
  The Latin Alternative Music Conference brings its yearly offering of tastemaking concerts to New York City from July 11-15. While we can actually...
  
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• Ed Sheeran, Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Rule Australia's Charts

  03-07-2017 10:38
  
  Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee’s “Despacito” (Republic/Universal) extends its run atop Australia’s singles chart for a seventh...
  
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• Country Music Hall of Fame member and Mt. Juliet resident Charlie...

  03-07-2017 10:36
  Country Music Hall of Fame member and Mt. Juliet resident Charlie Daniels showcased his love of the red, white and blue once again in his latest recording available for sale digitally July 4 via iTunes, Apple Music, Google Play and Amazon.
  
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• Daft Punk's Drum Machine Is For Sale

  03-07-2017 09:51
  
  You’ve bought the Daft Punk albums. And the concert tickets. Maybe even a shirt. Who knows, you could’ve even purchased the six-inch...
  
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• Ellie Goulding takes aim at music festivals' lack of female performers

  03-07-2017 09:45 via music-news.com
  
  It's not the first time the Love Me Like You Do singer has taken addressed the inequality among music festival performers.
  
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• Sampha Covers Solange's 'Cranes In The Sky': Listen

  03-07-2017 08:23
  
  Sampha worked on several songs off of Solange’s stunning 2016 LP A Seat At The Table, but at the U.K.’s Glastonbury Festival, he decided...
  
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• Young Thug Says He's Donating Proceeds From NYC Show to Planned Parenthood

  03-07-2017 07:12
  
  Young Thug has a special place in his heart for Planned Parenthood. The rapper announced that he’s donating the proceeds from his show at New...
  
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• Ellie Goulding calls out lack of female performers at music fests

  03-07-2017 06:36
  The "Love Me Like You Do" singer called out the lack of female representation in a string of tweets Saturday. "Still so proud as a female artist to be headling and playing festivals around the world every single year.
  
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• TLC Talk New Album, Dating & Beyonce's Fan Girl Moment

  03-07-2017 05:25
  
  For T-Boz and Chilli, TLC is a marriage and divorce is not an option.
  The top-selling girl group released its final album on Friday. Although they...
  
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• Music News Daft Punka s drum machine is up for sale

  03-07-2017 02:24
  The Roland TR-909 was used by Thomas Bangalter of the French electro-pop duo, and still contains the presets used on 'Revolution 909', from the band's 'Homework' album. The seller, Vintage & Analogue Occasion , posted on Facebook this week describing the machine as a "collectors item", and stating that they would "sell it to the highest bidder".
  
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• Mick Jagger: 'Newspaper editorial saved me from 1967 prison sentence'

  03-07-2017 02:15 via music-news.com
  
  The musician has detailed the infamous arrest and sentencing for the first time.
  
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• Mary J. Blige protests spousal support order at Essence Fest

  03-07-2017 02:15 via music-news.com
  
  The show took place days after her ex urged her to stop airing their marital woes in public.
  
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• Katy Perry and Niall Horan laugh off crush comments Down Under

  03-07-2017 02:15 via music-news.com
  
  The singers have been trading funny barbs through the media all week.
  
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• Beyonce put her 'genius' touch on JAY-Z's new album

  03-07-2017 02:15 via music-news.com
  
  The hip-hop star never directly discussed his wife's Lemonade release during the making of his album.
  
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• Adele's fans show their support with Wembley sing-a-long

  03-07-2017 02:15 via music-news.com
  
  The singer is still hoping to reschedule the affected dates.
  
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• Background music deals its influence in winning hands

  03-07-2017 01:24 via music-news.com
  
  A casino’s selling point is the fantasy of living the millionaire lifestyle, filled with money and happiness. This is why it’s highly unlikely for anyone to walk
  
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• Madonna's Manager Guy Oseary Defends JAY-Z Against Claims of Anti-Semitic Lyrics on New Album

  03-07-2017 01:13
  
  Music manager Guy Oseary, who works with both Madonna and U2, is defending JAY-Z against claims that some of the lyrics in his new album, 4:44,...
  
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