Day in Pop Report for 06/13/2012
Gaga was injured in an onstage incident when one of her dancers accidentally hit her on the head with a pole during a performance of "Judas" as part of her Born This Way Ball tour. Now a few days later, Gaga has tweeted that she's still feeling a "bit woozy" following the incident. The singer posted a photo from her hotel room in Brisbane which shows the star with what looks like a black eye, writing "Emerging from hours of sleep. Still remiss if I should go outside, with this clonker I may be of questionable styling." "Thank you so much for all the thoughtful messages," added Gaga. "I feel a bit woozy but a little better everyday. Very happy to be in beautiful Australia." See the photo here.
According to the documents filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, Jill McNeal cites "irreconcilable differences" -- and she's asking the court for sole physical custody of their two children, ages 10 and 8. Peter was accused of molesting a 3-year-old girl at a Thanksgiving dinner back in 2009. A judge declared a mistrial last month after a jury was deadlocked 11-1 against McNeal. In the docs, Jill says she's cool with Peter having visitation rights, and joint legal custody of the kids. However, she is asking the court to deny him the right to any spousal support. McNeal's molestation case might be retried ... he's due back in court in August. more on this story
A new song clip on YouTube for the song, "As Long As You Love Me" sees Justin teaming up with Big Sean. Justin hits on the road this fall when his sold-out North American tour kicks off on September 29 in Glendale, AZ. Listen to the song here.
Perry debuted the song on the Billboard Music Awards last month; it's the latest single from her "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" album. The 3D documentary was directed by Dan Cutforth and Jane Lipsitz, both of whom served as producers on Justin Bieber's 2011 3D "Never Say Never," which grossed $73 million in the States alone. Watch the clip here.
He is asking for joint legal and physical custody of their daughter, Coco, who turns 8 today. He did not ask for spousal or child support. There is no mention of how the property will be divided. According to the docs, David is representing himself in the divorce -- he does not have a lawyer. David signed the divorce documents on March 23, 2012 ... so it appears he's been holding them for nearly 3 months. The couple married on June 12, 1999 -- exactly 13 years ago -- after meeting on the set of "Scream" back in 1995. David and Courteney first announced their separation back in October 2010 ... with both sides saying they were "best friends" who were committed to raising their daughter together. At the time of the initial separation, the couple released a joint statement saying, "The reason for this separation is to better understand ourselves and the qualities we need in a partner and for our marriage." more on this story
The record will be a collection of classic material from the doo-wop era. "Aaron Neville is one of the most expressive and soulful artists of all time...it's such a thrill to hear him sing," Was says. "His vocals have a way of reaching into your heart and stirring something really deep inside. It's a huge honor to welcome him to Blue Note Records and to be involved, along with the legendary Keith Richards, in the production of this album." All of the tracks were hand-picked by Neville himself as they are songs that have remained close to his heart since he was a child. "When I was a kid, doo-wop was like medicine to me," Neville explains. "I didn't care what else was goin' on in the world as long as I could sing along with Pookie Hudson and The Spaniels, The Flamingos, The Clovers, Sonny Til and The Orioles, Clyde McPhatter�I was like a kid in a candy store." more on this story
Joe Tacopina, Myla Sinanaj's attorney, tells TMZ ... Kris has gone on a campaign of destruction against her to save his own [rear] in his divorce from Kim Kardashian. TMZ broke the story, Kris' lawyers contacted the FBI, claiming Myla tried to extort him by demanding a huge sum of money or else she'd spill secrets about their relationship to the media. Tacopina tells us, "I defy them to show that she has asked for one red cent," adding, "I challenge them to submit Kris Humphries to a polygraph and if he does I will have my client do the same. She never asked him for a penny." But there's more ... Tacopina says Kris is a boldfaced liar by claiming Myla was a booty call. Tacopina says, "I have hundreds of text messages and phone records which show he constantly contacted her on a steady basis. He'd call her 50 times in a day." Tacopina says Kris told Myla when pictures of them first surfaced that they had to hide the fact that they were in a relationship. Tacopina says Kris didn't want to screw up his legal war with Kim Kardashian, adding, "It's hard to argue you're heartbroken when you had a steady girlfriend since January." Tacopina says Humphries' lawyers not only trashed Myla in the media but tried getting her fired from her hotel job. Tacopina says his client has been slandered and, "There will be a retraction and an apology by Humphries and his lawyer, or else." more on this story
Both law enforcement sources and the tow truck driver tell us ... cops confiscated a plastic water bottle from the trunk of the Porsche, and our law enforcement sources tell us the bottle contained alcohol. It's not a violation to carry an open container in a trunk, so Lindsay is in the clear. And according to cops she had no alcohol in her system. Nevertheless, Lindsay has been to rehab several times, so it's not the swiftest move to roll with booze. more on this story
The concert schedule will include a broad mix of venues from amphitheaters to listening rooms and casinos. The dates we were sent kick off on June 29th in Del Mar, Ca and wrap up on September 22nd in New Buffalo, Minn with some additional dates in October and November. more on this story
Grace Potter's signature wail left the crowd breathless as she roared through a set of soul-filled rock-n-roll while performing before an intimate crowd at NYC's legendary Metropolis Studios. The hour-long "VH1 Storytellers" episode will feature Grace performing fan favorites "Nothing But the Water" (Parts I and II), "Paris (Ohh La La)" and "Apologies" along with the title track from her just-released album "The Lion The Beast The Beat." "Never Go Back" and "Stars" from the new album round out the set list.
MTV's free World Stage Gothenburg event will take place at Gothenburg's G�taplatsen on 21st June 2012., on stage in front of an audience of thousands of music fans.
Delicate Steve will join Archers Of Loaf, The Drums, Crocodiles, Team Spirit, Doldrums, Hospitality, Bleached, Nick Waterhouse and Devin who are all already confirmed to perform to play the free, all ages, daytime event on Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 1:00 � 8:00 PM at South Street Seaport, Piers 16 & 17.
Entitled 'Warm Smiles Do Not Make You Welcome Here', the single comes accompanied by remixes. This package includes Mosquito, Tek-One, Azura and Tyler Mae who all offer their own unique takes on Enter Shikari's 'Warm Smiles.' more on this story
The fall tour will kick off after the band's debut performance at the fabled Hollywood Bowl on September 9th (with Hot Chip) and will continue on to Austin, Atlanta, Minneapolis and many more cities in the South, East and Midwest. The band is currently in rehearsals preparing for a brand new live set-up, which they will debut at their upcoming performances on June 22nd at the Bank of American Pavilion in Boston and on June 23rd at the Governors Ball Music Festival in New York City. more on this story
'I'm thrilled to be part of the eOne/Frostbyte family. I look forward to continue making music and touring for many years to come.' - Matthew Good
Every fan that donated to Kickstarter was somehow included in the music video. Fans could even be zombies or have behind-the-scene jobs during the production. Watch the video here. Fans can also see the band on tour this summer for a trek that is set to kick off on June 20th Goshen, IN and wrap on September 29th in Middleburg, VA. more on this story
The composer/songwriter best known for his work on Mr. Show with Bob and David, SpongeBob SquarePants, Drawn Together and his creative collaborations with comedian Paul F. Tompkins, has released a stream of eclectic concept albums over the years and The 21st Century Doomsday Spectacular may be the most offbeat one to date. And this if from the guy who gave us the very scary Eban Schletter's Witching Hour, the spooky soundtracks to Michael Avallone's Tales of The Frightened and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari and, of course, that seasonal sensation Eban Schletter's Cosmic Christmas. more on this story
Additionally, the album's lead single, "The Wrong Direction," is available today in iTunes; the single comes bundled as a 4-track EP, and includes two acoustic songs ("Life's for the Living" and "Feather On the Clyde") as well as a live performance of fan favorite "I Hate" (Live from The Borderline London). Recorded at Linear Studios in Sydney (Empire of the Sun and Josh Pyke), All The Little Lights is the most accomplished Passenger record to date. "It's very different to [the last album] Flight Of The Crow," says Rosenberg. "This one is a bigger production and a bit more modern sounding." more on this story
The TV appearances also include ET on GAC's Josh Turner: Packing A Punch today, plus next month he will be featured on PBS' A Capitol Fourth and Good Morning America. Turner has booked the appearances to celebrate this week's release of his fifth studio album, Punching Bag (MCA Nashville). more on this story
From there, the band will hit major markets across the US through the end of June, before heading back to Europe for several festivals. The Hundred In The Hands are hitting the road in support of their sophomore album Red Night, which was released this week. more on this story
Countdown to Waka Flocka Flame captures the days leading up to the release of Waka Flocka Flame's new album, Triple F Life: Friends, Fans & Family. Go behind the scenes with Waka Flocka Flame on the Atlanta tour stop of the Club Paradise Tour with the Brick Squad, Gucci Mane, DJ Drama, Trey Songz, and more to find out how Triple-F truly represents Waka's life and career on Countdown to Waka Flocka Flame: Triple F - Episode 4 here.
So he has releasing the FREE SmokeOut Conversations Mixtape as a follow up to his debut album SmokeOut Conversations. Upon it's release, SmokeOut Conversations reaching as high as #2 on the iTunes Hip Hop Chart and #8 on Billboard's Heatseekers Album Chart in its first week. Grab the mixtape here.
Kontravoid is the recent solo project of Cam Findlay - drummer for bands such as Crystal Castles and Trust. After departing as writer/producer for Toronto band Parallels, Findlay has settled into a music venture he can call his own, assuming the identity of this masked alter-ego for what appears to be a permanent ride. On his debut self-titled album, Kontravoid turns to analogue synths to create a dark, brooding pop masterpiece. His brilliant vocals emit a dystopic low-grown, often running through warped effects accompanied by exceptionally stirring arpeggiated synths and washes of sound. Modern touchstones could parallel the likes of John Maus or Trust, but Kontravoid's vision is a much more twisted one, embracing goth influences and yielding a monstrous result that is harder to define. Despite its sonic vampiricism, Kontravoid's music leaves plenty to dance and lose your mind to, but the imagination here goes way beyond these activities exclusively. more on this story
The film was directed by S�bastien Montaz-Rosset and based on the Skyliners, a team of French adventurers who specialize in highline tightrope walking, basejumping, and mountaineering. It won the Jury's award at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival. HIP Video Promo, who have worked with artists like Johnny Cash and Bon Iver, describe the video "as an exhilarating ride." "Human Race" is the newest single from the Drunksouls album "Revolution". Check out the video here.
On July 14, she'll perform live for fans at the Orlando's summer music event which will also feature concerts earlier in the summer from 3 Doors Down and ZZ Top, Josh Turner, Al Green and Lupe Fiasco.
Sources connected with Khloe and Lamar Odom tell TMZ ... they have tried in vain for months to get pregnant. So Khloe went to ART Reproductive Center in Bev Hills Monday ... to start the process. With Kim Kardashian by her side for moral support, Khloe gave up some blood so the docs could evaluate her hormone levels. She's waiting for the results, and will then get a stylized treatment program. Our sources say fertility treatment has been a long time coming -- they were going to start the process while living in Dallas, but distractions with Lamar's BB career put everything on ice. more on this story
The security guard -- a guy named William Long -- filed the lawsuit in Florida, claiming MGK used a liquor bottle as a weapon to slice his finger during a massive bar brawl back in January. Long's lawyer James Flynn tells TMZ, the injury occurred after MGK pegged a bottle at Long inside the bar ... and the shrapnel nearly sliced his finger off clean. Just take a look at the pics. TMZ broke the story ... MGK was arrested for disorderly conduct following the incident -- and boasted about it afterwards, tweeting, "Just spent my entire night in a f**king Florida jail...s**t escaladed way to quick last night, it always does with us though." According to the lawsuit, MGK's shenanigans put Long in the hospital for 8 days ... a stint that also included 2 separate surgeries. Long's now suing for unspecified damages -- well in excess of $15,000. Calls to MGK's reps were not returned. more on this story
Feldman just filed court papers, explaining how he struck a truce with his 6 foot tall, 300lb former roommate ... after she allegedly threatened to hurt him and violated a restraining order. In the court docs, Feldman says both he and Jennifer Herbert agreed to leave each other alone for the rest of their lives -- and will no longer trash each other on Twitter and Facebook. Feldman says Herbert has also agreed to move out of his home by June 14 at 4PM. In exchange, Corey has dropped his restraining order against her. more on this story
TMZ spoke with Hill's girlfriend Lisa ... who told us Hill passed away in an L.A. hospital Tuesday after a long battle with an undisclosed illness. Lisa tells us, "He had been sick for a long time ... his heart gave out." We're told Hill had focused on mending relationships with estranged family members in recent years ... and Lisa tells us he had made tremendous progress before he died. Hill leaves behind two children. Hill was famously portrayed by Ray Liotta in the 1990 classic "Goodfellas." Hill's exploits in the mob world were legendary -- but he prided himself on reforming later in life ... and became a frequent guest on the Howard Stern show. TMZ has obtained the 911 call placed by Miami Heat star Chris Bosh after his in-house masseuse collapsed last week ... and later died. Chris makes the call, begging the operator to send an ambulance -- claiming his masseuse was fading in and out of consciousness ... and turning pale white. Chris' wife Adrienne later takes the phone, saying, "She can't breathe. Something weird's going on. Oh my God." As we previously reported, the South Florida masseuse went to Bosh's Miami home to tend to his abdominal injury. She appeared to be in good spirits -- then suddenly collapsed. That's when Bosh called 911. The masseuse was taken to a nearby hospital where she later died. A Miami Beach police spokeswoman said the department will conduct its standard death investigation -- but there were no signs of foul play. A cause of death hasn't been released. more on this story
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