Day in Pop Report for 07/27/2011
Sources on set tell TMZ, Kat was all set to give the interview -- but flipped out when she heard how she was introduced on the show ... and walked out of the building before the interview even started. During the introduction, "Good Day" aired a clip from Kat's show "L.A. Ink" -- showing Kat getting a tattoo of Jesse James on her side -- and anchor Jeff Michael mentioned she got the tattoo before she and Jesse called it quits. According to sources, Kat was pissed Michael even brought up her relationship with Jesse ... and stormed out of the building. We're told Kat approved the Jesse James tattoo clip from her show -- and even got a heads up from "Good Day" producers that she would be asked about the breakup during the interview. It's unclear what exactly went wrong -- but Kat just tweeted, "Dear GoodDayLA, thanks for the waste of a perfectly good morning. Lack of compassion n respect for eachother never fails to dissapoint me." more on this story
According to The Guardian, Pablo Dylan says his grandfather is an influence "from a musical and personal standpoint. Everyone around me influences me, and I have learned so much from him just listening to his records." The young Dylan refers to Grandpa Bob as "the Jay-Z of his time," and namechecks him on his debut single, "Top of the World": "I'm the grandson of a man/ nothing less than legendary, that's a lot of pressure/ so I Berry Gordy/ I am very Motown, b*tch." more on this story
The firestorm unfolded on Twitter this weekend -- where, Francis unloaded on the woman behind the groping allegations ... a singer named Shauna Simien who was signed to Francis' record label at the time of the alleged assault. Francis wrote, "Well since it's a lockout. I got a new job responding to people askin me about grouping [sic]a broke ass dwarf. Who can't sing. What can a G do??" It's unclear if Francis dropped her from the label, but the former Knicks star insinuates Shauna's accusations are sour grapes -- writing, "If you can't sing, you can't sing. Keep it moving." more on this story
An insider told the New York Post that: "The doc is of Tommy's life, but also documents the history of music, from Elvis to the iPod." Director Richard Stratton also helped Mottola with his upcoming memoirs, The Last Starmaker, which will give insight into Mottola's marriage breakdown with Carey. more on this story
The fall dates kick off on October 4th at Georgia Theatre in Athens, GA and continue through Town Hall in Buffalo, NY on October 28th. Dennen will also play Dave Matthews Band Caravan at The Gorge on September 2nd. more on this story
The release � recorded at New York City's Apple Store Soho on February 22nd, 2011, and featuring Lee backed by his touring band � includes four songs from Lee's current album Mission Bell ("Windows Are Rolled Down," "El Camino," "Violin," and "Cup of Sorrow"), as well as live renditions of tracks from Lee's 2006 album Supply and Demand ("Night Train") and his 2005 self-titled debut ("Arms of A Woman"). In addition, the collection includes two live covers: Ween's "Buenos Tardes Amigo" and Neil Young's "Are You Ready For The Country." In other news, Lee will perform his latest single, "Flower" � which is currently ascending the Triple A radio chart, and whose beautiful animated video has just been added to VH1's playlist � on Live! With Jimmy Kimmel on August 18th. more on this story
The "Idol" gang FREAKED OUT when a series of crazy "coincidences" occurred in the Bev Hills mansion back in March ... including a spooky spider infestation, flickering lights and one of the wannabes SWORE they saw a white sheet come to life and float down the stairs. But now, the house has officially sold to a guy named Steven B. Dunn -- the guy who started a baby product company called Munchkin, Inc. ... which posted more than $100 mil in sales in 2008. The house -- 9 beds, 9 baths, giant pool, marble all over the place and a motor court with enough room to park 100 cars -- was originally on the market for $12 mil ... so it appears Dunn got himself quite a deal. Ya know ... except for the GHOSTS!!!!!!! more on this story
She and her band will support Wild Beasts beginning October 7th at Neptune in Seattle, WA, and continuing through October 13th at The Echoplex in Los Angeles, CA. EMA will then support CSS and MEN starting October 21st at Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA, and running through October 30th at La Zona Rosa in Austin, TX, including an October 22nd show at Webster Hall in New York, NY, as part of the 2011 CMJ Music Marathon. She will also headline Holocene in Portland, OR, on September 8th as part of Musicfest NW; The Independent in San Francisco, CA, on October 12th; and the Casbah in San Diego, CA, on October 14th. A co-headlining show with Washed Out at The Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix, AZ, is confirmed for October 15th as well. more on this story
The shows will see Meiko previewing material from her upcoming album, The Bright Side. Recorded with producers Styrofoam (Postal Service, Of Montreal) and Jimmy Messer (Neon Trees, Kelly Clarkson), The Bright Side will be released later this year. more on this story
(BBC) Amy Winehouse's father Mitch reveals plans to set up a foundation in his daughter's name to help people struggling with addiction. more (Jam!) Amy Winehouse's incarcerated ex-husband Blake Fielder-Civil decided against asking prison bosses for compassionate leave to attend the singer's funeral out of respect for her distraught family. more (Billboard) In the wake of her death on Saturday, July 23, Amy Winehouse's second album, 2007's "Back to Black," re-enters the Billboard 200 albums chart this week at No. 9 with 37,000 sold in the U.S. according to Nielsen SoundScan. more (Billboard) Rihanna will be heading to court in New York City on Aug. 10 for the first hearing in the copyright infringement lawsuit filed against her by photographer David LaChapelle. more (Billboard) Throughout his mentoring time on "The Voice," Adam Levine made sure there were no doubts about his admiration for the legendary Adam Levine. His dream seemed to finally come to fruition as he brought out the legendary singer at Maroon 5's Hollywood Bowl show Monday night. Watch here (BBC) The final Harry Potter film holds off a challenge from Pixar sequel Cars 2 to hold steady at the top of the UK and Ireland box office chart. more (FMQB) Cee Lo Green has promised that the fifth album from his group Goodie Mob will be out this fall. Green wrote on Twitter: "Its official NEW GOODIE MOB ALBUM "WE SELL DRUGS TOO!" this fall! Expect nothing more then the same thang" more (Billboard) Justin Timberlake and Chris Jones of Esquire played a practical joke on Comic-Con this past weekend by spending July 21 in Sesame Street characters Bert and Ernie costumes, respectively more (FMQB) Michael Jackson's family has announced a tribute concert to the late King of Pop that is slated to take place on October 8 in Cardiff, Wales. The four-hour show will go on at the 75,000-capacity Millennium Stadium and it will be broadcast via satellite on pay-per-view and into movie theaters. more (Jam!) Justin Bieber and his father bonded while getting matching Jesus tattoos. more
He told Q magazine: "I sat on an airplane recently, coming from Hawaii to Los Angeles, with Rick Rubin just across the aisle, watching the Justin Bieber movie, Never Say Never. I cried twice during that film and I want the world to know that! "They were doing this very cheesy giveaway of concert tickets to 16-year-old girls. The cheesiness didn't matter � it was the reaction of the kids. When you saw those little girls crying deliriously, I lost it. I decided to tell Rick afterwards and he said, 'I was also sobbing during that point in the movie.' There you have it."
Nothing's official yet -- but sources tell us, both Artest and "Dancing" producers have been in touch to hash out a possible deal ... and Ron's pretty excited about the prospect. But here's the catch -- "Dancing" won't end 'til November and basketball season typically starts in October ... which means if the lockout ends early, Ron could be S.O.L. That said, Ron could theoretically handle both commitments simultaneously -- because as TMZ first reported, "Dancing" producers are desperate for A-list talent ... so there will be NO minimum rehearsal requirement next season. more on this story
Hasselhoff was at the Wynn to celebrate his 59th birthday. His friends were throwing the bash for him at Blush, inside the hotel. But early this evening, Hasselhoff's girlfriend called for security and one source says she appeared to have been in some sort of distress. more on this story
For the first-time-ever a Celtic Woman project will be filmed on American soil on September 6 and 7 at the majestic Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA Celtic Woman's previous smash hit Public Television programs and companion live concert DVD's were filmed at historic locations around Ireland: The Helix Dublin, Slane Castle, Powerscourt House & Gardens. more on this story
Gavin will reportedly be performing songs off his upcoming album "Sweeter," during the webcasts. Check out the schedule here: July 31 @ 12:00pm PST / 3:00pm EST August 6 @ 1:00pm PST / 4:00pm EST August 14 @ 12:30pm PST / 3:30pm EST August 20 @ 2:00pm PST / 5:00pm EST Check it out here
The news coincides with the announcement by the Latin Recording Academy that Arroyo would be a recipient of the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award among Gal Costa, Jose Feliciano, Alex Lora, Les Luthiers, Ruben Rada and Linda Rondstadt. Arroyo began his career at the age of 15 and was part of various salsa bands such as Fruko y Sus Tesos and the Latin Brothers. In 1981, he started his solo project, Joe Arroyo and La Orquesta La Verdad, creating many hits and a unique sound that launched his international career. more on this story
Haley is currently on the road with the mega-popular "American Idol Live!" tour, which kicked off July 6th in Salt Lake City, UT, and continues through the summer before concluding on September 10th in Rochester, NY.
The headlining dates begin on September 9th at the Black Cat in Washington, DC, and continue through a hometown finale on October 26th at El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles. Young Man and Belle Brigade will be serving as main support on select dates throughout the tour. more on this story
Pro guitar player Jay Gore has filed a lawsuit against Hill in small claims court in L.A. -- claiming he played with her for a couple of weeks back in 2007 -- and was supposed to make $3,590 for the gig ... but he never got a check. Calls to Lauryn have not been returned ... probably because she's busy with her new baby. more on this story
The album, featuring appearances by special guest artists Mark Knopfler, Regina Spektor, Natalie MacMaster, Bruce Woolley and Imogen Heap, will be available on October 25, 2011 on Lost Toy People Records as a regular and hi-res download, as a physical CD, and in a special Deluxe Edition featuring a second disc of instrumentals and bonus tracks. Of the album, which is divided into three parts, Dolby says, "The new songs are organic and very personal. A Map of the Floating City is a travelogue across three imaginary continents: In Amerikana I'm reflecting with affection on the years I spent living in the U.S.A., and my fascination with its roots music. Urbanoia is a dark place, a little unsettling . . . I'm not a city person. And in Oceanea I return to my natural home on the windswept coastline." more on this story
Lindsay tells TMZ ... "Reports of me being intoxicated and not even able to stand are nothing but absurd." Lindsay says she wasn't even drinking during her friend's birthday party at the Palihouse hotel. One of Lindsay's friends says, "Lindsay walked out of the party fine and she never once couldn't stand up by herself. It's strange how someone can come up with such detailed lies." more on this story
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