Britney Spears Making Over $100 Million Vegas Deal?

TMZ is reporting that Brit is on the verge of sealing a deal that could earn her even more than the $100 million deal that Caesars Palace inked previously with Celine Dion, a name that is synonymous with Sin City.

A source tells the celebrity tracker this: "The deal is a go. There are several stipulations that could throw a monkey wrench in the deal, but it's basically done."

And, like Celine, the deal is said to be with one of the Caesars group properties. It was previously unknown which hotel the hitmaker was in negotiations with.

Hollyscoop has been in touch with Caesars Entertainment, who told us that they, "are always interested in having artists with the caliber of Britney Spears performing." In addition to Celine, the entertainment giant is responsible for bringing other mega acts including�Rod Stewart, to Sir Elton John, to Cher�to the Strip.

Reportedly, the outstanding issues yet to be settled in the deal include a scheduling mishmash ranging from whether she'll stick to one hotel for multiple shows in a week, or bounce around Las Vegas Boulevard. We expect to receive an official announcement on the deal from Caesars once it is finalized. more on this story

Justin Timberlake Premieres New Song With Jay-Z

The track contains Timberlake's trademark falsetto and the advisory that he's here to "show you a few things."

In an open letter to the fans on his website, Timberlake opens with jokes before he gets serious and says, "Back in June of last year, I quietly started working on what is now, my next journey with that thing I love called MUSIC." more on this story

Lady Gaga and Kelly Osbourne Feud Continues

In the article, Osbourne detailed the criticism she has faced from Gaga's fans. "I get called fat all the time. A big fat whore. Lady Gaga's fans are the worst. They've said I should kill myself, that they hope I get raped. I mean it's crazy but I've had this all my life and I just try and ignore it," Kelly told the magazine.

The truth of the matter is the bullying dates back further than 2012. In 2009, Kelly called Gaga a "Butterface" meaning everything "but her face" is attractive, the magazine reports.

Last week Lady Gaga spoke her mind through Twitter and her social networking site littlemonsters.com. "Dear Kelly, While I wish you had reached out to me personally, as the head of the Born This Way foundation with my mother Cynthia we would like to respond. Everyday, through my music and public voice I choose to be positive and work towards a kinder and braver world with our community of followers," Gaga wrote. "I encourage them to ignore criticism, stand up to bullies, know their own value and see that we are all the same and no one person is worth more than another. I know I'm perceived as a wild child, but in reality I am woman that deeply cares for humanity." Read more here.

Yeah Yeah Yeahs Releasing Mosquito In April

"We would love for this music to make our fans feeeeel something, for it to stir some sh*t up inside of them, whatever that may be," says singer Karen O. "SO much feeling went into this record, it was the rope ladder thrown down into the ditch for us to climb up and dust ourselves off. I hope others can climb up it too; we're excited to share the good vibes."

The new album was is produced by Dave Sitek and Nick Launay (working separately), with one track produced by James Murphy.

"We took a more playful, LO-FI approach to songwriting," says O. "Much of the music was demoed in our little basement studio in Manhattan with drum machines, a sh*tty sample keyboard and tons of delay - which we called the soup. more on this story

Carly Rae Jepsen Thought She Lost Out On Grammy Nomination

What you may not have known: Jepsen herself wrote most of the lyrics. So, when you went around all summer humming that song? It was actually Carly Rae Jepsen's fault it got stuck in your head in the first place.

Jepsen herself didn't expect the nomination and told B96/Chicago, "The night before I got kind of hopeful!"

She was almost sorely let down � when she looked on the wrong website and thought she'd lost out on any GRAMMY nominations. more on this story

Hugh Jackman Almost Quit Les Miserables

Standing with wife Deborra-Lee Furness, Jackman said, "I'll be honest with you, there was a moment about three weeks before, I almost quit. I honestly had the worst day of rehearsals, humiliating day of rehearsals. I came out of it and said [to his wife], 'Babe, now's the time I quit, there's someone else out there' and she talked me off that cliff."

Jackman, who had never told director Tom Hooper what happened, retold the story when he accepted the award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for "Les Miserables." Jackman said to his wife, "Baby, I will say it in front of the entire world -- thank you for always being right, baby. I love you."

When Hugh joined "Extra's" Maria Menounos backstage after expecting his Golden Globe he took part in a victory dance to celebrate his win. more on this story

Bruno Mars Sets Spotify Record

During week beginning December 16, 2012, "Locked Out Of Heaven" became the most-streamed song in a single week in Spotify's history.

That same week, "Locked Out Of Heaven" was also the most downloaded song in the U.S., with sales of 226,000.

"Locked Out Of Heaven" is #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart for the 5th straight week supported by Spotify's on-demand streams. "Locked..." is the first single from Mars' sophomore album, Unorthodox Jukebox, which was released on December 11, 2012 and has already sold more than 535,000 copies. Bruno's next single is the ballad "When I Was Your Man".

Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite To Perform On Leno

If you can't wait until next week to hear what the project sounds like, American Songwriter has premiered a new video from the Danny Clinch-directed documentary, "I'm In I'm Out And I'm Gone: The Making of Get Up!", included in album's deluxe version.

The new clip features Ben and Charlie performing the album's lead track "Don't Look Twice" and explores how Harper and Musselwhite's 1997 session with John Lee Hooker led to the making of 'Get Up!'

American Songwriter says their new album "channels the vintage Chicago blues sound the 68-year-old harp master helped define." Watch it here.

Kenny Chesney Expands No Shoes Nation Tour

The tour, now expanded to 46 dates, is set to kick off on March 16 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.

"The fans are the foundation of 'No Shoes Nation,'" Chesney said. "They built it from the ground up, and they built it with heart, passion and the love of life and music, and I can't wait to feel that connection again when we kick off the tour in March and throughout the summer of 2013." more on this story

Dierks Bentley, The Band Perry And More For ACM Experience Concerts

But there's more going on in Las Vegas that week than just the award ceremony. The annual ACM Experience will also feature two days of live country music.

It will feature such artists as The Band Perry, Brantley Gilbert, Justin Moore, and Florida Georgia Line (all on Friday, April 5) and then Dierks Bentley, Eli Young Band, and Hunter Hayes on Saturday, April 6. more on this story

Redfoo Recalls Growing Up With will.i.am

Redfoo went to high school with the Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am and recalled the early days. "will.i.am was the same dude in school. He had the same haircut he has now called 'The Gumby' and he used to wear baggy pants," Redfoo said.

"He was a dancer and he was the best freestyler. I was a beat boxer, and we always had a connection. I actually have some recordings that I might have to dig up." more on this story

Tegan & Sara Rolling Stones Cover Streaming Online

The track is a Rolling Stones cover from their 1976 studio album Black and Blue.

Girls, Vol. 1 (Music From the HBO Original Series), featuring "Fool To Cry" and exclusive tracks from fun., Santigold and more, is in stores now. Listen to the track here.

Christina Perri Working On More Mature New Album

When Radio.com spoke with the singer late last year, she was demoing some of her "skeletons," the new songs that she had recorded using only a guitar or a piano.

"I've been listening to this one song I wrote two days ago non-stop," she said. "I think that's a good sign."

The singer, who released her first album, Lovestrong, in 2011, has been writing non-stop the past year while on tour and says her new material is "more mature." More from her here.

The Revival Tour Dates and Initial Lineup Announced

The tour is set to feature Dave Hause of The Loved Ones, Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath, LA's Jenny O., original tour organizer Chuck Ragan, Rocky Votolato, Jenny Owen Youngs.

"We're proud to say that we're embarking on the sixth year of The Revival Tour and we're honored to be kicking off in the great state of Texas," said Ragan. "I've always been overwhelmed and inspired at how these collaborations and combinations of artists come together tour after tour." Adds Owen Youngs, "I'm most excited to throw down with some incredible songwriters and give a good time to the folks who come out to the shows." more on this story

Spiritualized Maps Out Spring Tour Dates

The tour will kick off on April 4th in Denver and will include stops in Salt Lake City, Seattle, Portland, Las Vegas and more.

Shortly after recording the last studio album, Sweet Heart Sweet Light, Spiritualized's Jason Spaceman found himself weakened by a degenerative liver disease and was subjected to six months of chemo treatment, a procedure that left him virtually housebound while he mixed the album. more on this story

Megan Fox Wants To Have More Kids

The new mom, showing off her post-baby body in a Dolce & Gabbana blush lace strapless gown, told Mario that she loves being a mother, "It's all I ever wanted to do, so I'm just happy I got the opportunity to do it. I was very overwhelmed with the intensity of the emotions I felt when I had him so I'm in love with him."

She went on to joke, "And Brian is jealous because I love him so much" Brian replied jokingly, "Because she wants to marry him."

As for having more children, Megan said, "I want more kids, I'm so tired, I don't know if my body could do it right now, but if it happens, it happens. He wants a little a girl." Brian chimed in, "That's what I want, a little girl, I have two boys."

The couple welcomed baby Noah on Sept. 27. more on this story

Don Cheadle Dances Then Naps After Golden Globe Win

Don and Maria did a celebration dance together then took a nap on the couch. The "House Of Lies" star beat out fellow nominees Jim Parsons, Alec Baldwin, Matt LeBlanc and Louis C.K. LeBlanc, Parsons and Baldwin are all former winners of the best comedy actor Golden Globe.

During his acceptance speech Don said, "This is unexpected," it was Cheadle's second Golden Globe. See a photo here.

Last Week For Bands To Enter Hard Rock Rising Battle Of The Bands

Hard Rock Rising grand-prize winners will have the opportunity to participate in a World Tour at Hard Rock Cafe locations, film a music video, record an album with Hard Rock Records and receive $10,000 in new gear.

Hard Rock are hosting open registration for bands wishing to participate in the global battle until Monday, January 21, 2013.

To register: Hopefuls can visit one of 96 participating Hard Rock Cafe Facebook pages .

Following open registration, fans vote on any Hard Rock's city-specific, Facebook page to decide who moves on to the live performance phase of the program More details here.

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