Justin Bieber Takes Guilty Plea Deal In Florida DUI Case

Bieber was not present in court so his attorneys entered the guilty plea on his behalf for the misdemeanor charges of careless driving and resisting arrest without violence. The DUI charge was reportedly dropped as part of the plea agreement.

Part of the plea agreement requires Bieber to take a private anger management course and make a $50,000 charitable donation to a children's charity, according to media reports.

Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle had the following to say in a statement about the plea deal, "The strengths and weaknesses of the case motivated everyone to seek this appropriate resolution."

She also said, "The ultimate purpose of the Miami Beach Police Department's initial traffic stop was to end some rash juvenile type conduct before a tragedy occurred. The intervention and counseling parts of the plea should provide a pathway toward adult responsibility."

Did Iggy Azalea Previously Sing Like Britney Spears?

But things weren't always as good for Azalea as they are now, with 2014's song of the summer in "Fancy" and another single, "Black Widow," slowly climbing the charts. She went unsigned at first, but had brief management from Interscope Records. Eventually, she was signed by T.I.'s Grand Hustle and, eventually, Island in the U.S.

But what happened before that, even before songs like "My World" made the rounds? If a just-uploaded video is to be believed, some sort of Britney Spears-esque pop career.

The new clip certainly features Azalea in never-before-seen music video footage, but it's the audio that comes into question. The song, "Nothing Like Me," features the rapper laying down no raps at all, instead opting for a thin singing voice somewhat in Spears' vein. more on this story

Garth Brooks Adds New Shows Following Ticket Problems

Now he's announced two additional Atlanta shows and a renewed effort to streamline the process. "I don't feel like we were prepared," Brooks was quoted as saying in the Athens Banner-Herald regarding the long waits for Atlanta tickets.

The two newly added shows are Sept. 20 and 21. These and the three previously announced Atlanta shows all take place at the Philips Arena, with each and every ticket selling for a grand total of $71.50.

"We're going to do it right next time and I don't know why it's taking so long for anything to happen," Brooks added. He also acknowledged that fans had encountered similar problems with the Chicago shows that went on sale in late July, but that the issue "reared its head with Atlanta." more on this story

Webbie Brawl Leads To Rap Ban

TMZ broke news of the incident on Tuesday (Aug. 12), with an accompanying video supporting the described scene at Club 20/20 at the 20/20 Salon Event Center in Odessa, Texas.

The rapper is seen performing when police cuts him off due to a fight taking place in the crowd. The lights come on and everything really breaks loose, with bar stools and other projectiles chucked across the large room.

According to local CBS affiliate CBS 7, a single felony arrest was made at the concert, with 32-year-old Terrance Hughes getting arrested for public intoxication and having ecstasy on his person.

The owner of 20/20 has reportedly banned all hip-hop shows at the venue following the incident. Read what the owner had to say here.

Celine Dion Cancels Tour Dates To Care For Ailing Husband

According to People, Dion's husband, Ren� Ang�lil had a tumor removed from his throat last December and it has caused "a very difficult and stressful time," for the singer.

The recent surgery forced the 72-year-old Ang�lil to step down as her manager after more than 30 years. The removal of the tumor also followed an earlier treatment for throat cancer in 1999.

"I want to devote every ounce of my strength and energy to my husband's healing, and to do so, it's important for me to dedicate this time to him and to our children," Dion said in a statement to People. "I also want to apologize to all my fans everywhere, for inconveniencing them, and I thank them so much for their love and support." more on this story

Dierks Bentley Adds New Leg To The Riser Tour

"It's going to be tough to top this summer, but every night I get more excited and don't want this run to end," Bentley said in a press release. "I'm just living in the moment as much as I can and taking it all in�it really has been the best summer of my life. I'm looking forward to having Randy, Eric and Tim out on the road for the next leg�all three of them are crazy talented."

The 20-city extended tour begins Oct. 2 in Stockton, Calif. and runs through the end of the year. One date in particular is as part of the inaugural Route 91 Harvest Festival, debuting in Las Vegas on Oct. 4. more on this story

Luke Bryan Announces Crash My Playa Beach Bashes

Joining the country superstar will be Florida Georgia Line and Cole Swindell with headlining sets on the beach, plus guests Kelleigh Bannen, Dustin Lynch, Eric Paslay, DJ Rock and Chris Stapleton.

The event is an all-inclusive vacation experience, full of Caribbean drinks and sun tan opportunities. And if you happen to be a Citi card member, you will have access to pre-sale packages beginning August 19 at 10:00 a.m. ET through its Private Pass Program. more on this story

Will Hoge Releases New Song Middle Of America

Hoge wrote "Middle of America" with Jessi Alexander (a cowriter on such hits as "I Drive Your Truck" and "Mine Would Be You") and Tommy Lee James. It's the first taste of a new album on which he's currently working.

"We were just trying to write a great song and as it went on I started getting more and more attached to it," Hoge told Rolling Stone about the writing session that produced the song. "There's always that moment of, 'Do I want to keep this song for myself because I think it's really great, or do I want to send it to Blake Shelton and make a whole bunch of money off of it? Maybe he'll want it.' It's a strange place to be, but I'm pragmatic enough to know that sometimes that's the right play."

After playing the song for his producer, though, he realized the song was worth keeping for himself. "The only other time that this has happened to me, when I played something for a producer and then everybody lined up behind it, was with 'Even If It Breaks Your Heart,'" Hoge said.

Listen to the song here.

Karen O Plans Intimate Show and Listening Parties In Fans' Homes

Her new solo album, "Crush Songs", is scheduled to be released on September 9th and that night she will kick off the string of intimate shows in New York City.

She plans a total of four shows in New York City with three shows at the Manderley Bar at the McKittrick Hotel on September 9th, 10th and 11th and a fourth show at Le Poisson Rouge on September 12th.

She will then travel to the other side of the U.S. for a series of three Los Angeles performances at the Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery on September 17th, 18th and 19th.

She has also announced some European shows for October. She will play London's Bush Hall on October 4th and 5th and then perform at Heimathafen in Berlin on October 7th.

Karen had this to say, "I'm very pleased to announce that I'll be performing Crush Songs to some very intimate audiences. If you're in the mood for love, please come join my crush odyssey at these limited engagements. I apologize in advance that the shows are so few but I guess that makes them all the more special."

Prior to the album release and the intimate tour dates, Karen and Sofar Sounds will be staging vinyl listening parties in fan's living rooms in various cities across the globe. Find more details on her official site here.

Rick Ross's Supreme Gets Remixed

Now it's appeared: the instrumental, produced by Scott Storch (and featuring vocals from Keith Sweat), proves a suitably luxurious background for the verbal talent on display.

Cool horn stabs and glowing strings underscore astute boss-life-depiction from the MCs. Everyone acquits themselves well, including Rozay, whose verse is brand new.

Big K.R.I.T. in particular delivers. He's a direct descendant of UGK, bursting with laconic charisma as he boasts about a very substantial meal: "Over lobster, steak, shrimp and pasta on my plate/Bash on they ass, never prison on the break."

Another new addition to the song is Katt Williams, who provides an introductory ode to the concept of mastery, as well as a new outro. Check out the new track here.

alt-J Release New Track Every Other Freckle

"Every Other Freckle" pulls from their usual electronic and computer-programmed influences, all the while throwing some other instrumentation into the mix. There's cowbell-like percussion, flute, electric and acoustic guitar alongside an underlying, buzzing bass.

The new track, "Every Other Freckle" follows the release of the Miley Cyrus-sampling "Hunger of the Pine," followed quickly by the more straightforward "Left Hand Free."

The new album, This is All Yours, comes out Sept. 23. The song is available as a free download when fans pre-order the album. Stream the new track here.

She & Him Returning With Covers Album

But the master multi-tasker will soon make her musical return with her indie duo She & Him, alongside her partner M. Ward. The pair are following up the short teaser they announced last week with an official album announcement. Come fall, She & Him will release Classics, an album of "carefully-selected, timeless standards" - in other words, a cover album.

The album, which marks the group's first release on a major label, Columbia, after leaving Merge Records, was recorded live, "allowing a spontaneity that captured the spirit of the songs in their truest forms," according to a press release.

It's also notable because Deschanel and M. Ward's usual ukulele, piano and guitar repertoire will be backed by a 20-piece orchestra, with Ward taking the lead on the arrangements per usual. more on this story

Jessie Ware Releases Ed Sheeran Co-Written Song Say You Love Me

"Say You Love Me," co-written by Ed Sheeran, is a power ballad with an emphasis on the power, with Ware beautifully pleading the titles explicit request.

The song was premiered on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio1 show Tuesday and reminds instantly of the appeal of her breakthrough song, "Wildest Moments" - that is, until the choir kicks in for the last chorus.

Listen here.

Jeezy Reveals Track and Guest Details For New Album

Jeezy already let us hear Jay Z's cameo on the title track (along with letting us know how choked up HOV got about it), but the record will also include T.I., YG, Rick Ross, the Game, Future and Lil' Boosie.

Even the two bonus tracks include star power, namely Kelly Rowland and Akon. There are also songs on the 15-track release that only feature Jeezy. Seen It All will be released on September 2 via Def Jam.

Check out the complete tracklist for Seen It All, here.

Jamie Pressly Sets The Record Straight On Mastectomy Reports

Pressly explained she "almost had a full mastectomy" four years ago. "I went in for surgery to remove scar tissue, and some like lumps were basically caused by bacteria I got during breast feeding, like a mastitis.

"Once the doctor got inside he realized it was in more areas than he thought, and 2 1/2 hours turned into 7 1/2 hours of surgery. I had almost a full mastectomy, but I still have my breast tissue left. It wasn't a choice I made, and it had nothing to do with cancer." She added, "To put all the rumors to rest, I am fine."

As for "Jennifer Falls," Jaime plays a woman trying to rebuild her life from scratch. "My character basically was a really high-powered business executive that loses her job and has to move back in with her mother, played by Jessica Walters, and go to work for her brother at his sports bar. She's kind of dealing with what a lot of people in the past 10 or 15 years have dealt with the economy the way it is." more on this story

Jerrod Niemann Launching Fall Headline Tour

According to Rolling Stone Country, the country singer's Get Your Buzz Back Tour will begin on Oct. 24 in Myrtle Beach, S.C., and run through Dec. 6 in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Chris Lane will be his opening act.

"Music is a drug," he tells Rolling Stone. "It's one of the only ways to heal certain hearts, clear certain minds and sooth certain souls. The Get Your Buzz Back Tour is about letting music cure you temporarily and getting your everyday problems off your mind for a night. Can't wait to add Chris Lane to the prescription!" more on this story

Cadillac Three Steal The Girls In Party Like You Video

"He's the guy that comes and does too much partying and tries to take the girls - but we end up with the girls," singer Jaren Johnston told Rolling Stone Country. He added that he wrote the song "Party Like You" with the idea of one's "dream girl" in mind.

"Every guy when they go out, whether they're a douchebag or a normal good guy, they want to meet that girl. They think they're going to meet that girl - and you never do. And it definitely ain't going to happen for the dude in that video."

Watch the video here.

Iggy Azalea Undergoes Major Transformation in Black Widow Video

At least, that's how the music video for Iggy Azalea's "Black Widow" kicks off. Azalea, a diner waitress, is encountered by a seemingly important (or, at least that's how he makes himself come off) man and his lady friend, Rita Ora. The dude orders a bacon and cheese sandwich with extra cheese for days, but doesn't apparently get enough of it when Azalea brings it out. An argument ensues.

Then, abruptly, it's over. Suddenly Azalea and Ora are in a snowy terrain, wielding samurai swords. Azalea begins training with her samurai master, blindfolding herself and swinging her sword as she prepares herself for her mission.

What's that mission? Well, hey, remember that seemingly pointless intro? It's all about to come together, but not before a T.I. cameo - because why not have a T.I. cameo?

Watch it here.

Porter Robinson Discusses His Worlds Album

From the resurgence of deep house to the hip-hop influenced bass rumbles of Flume and the kitchen-sink experimentalism of artists like SOPHIE and myriad of alternative sounds in between, electronic dance music has moved beyond the visceral, hands-in-the-air euphoria of prime time big-room bangers that power festival main stages.

For Porter Robinson, falling into the circuit of main stage marquee DJs determined to keep crowds dancing happened almost by accident. After an early single topped the Beatport charts, an ambitious promoter hit the young producer up with an offer he couldn't refuse.

"My origins, my roots are not as a DJ," Robinson explained during an interview with Radio.com. "I didn't go out watching DJs, I didn't go to clubs, I was seriously 15 years old in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, just at home writing electronic music for many, many years. Then I had a song I released that was a Beatport No. 1 and I started getting requests to go DJ. This guy was like, 'I'll pay you $500 to come to Portland and DJ my party.' I was like, well, let me learn how to DJ and I will do that for you. For one reason or another, my DJing happened to go really well. Not to say I wasn't proud of the music I was making at the time, but I almost feel like I chanced into it. I just kept taking the opportunities that were given to me and doing my best at all of them."

For his beautifully crafted studio full-length debut, Worlds, Robinson has pushed the boundaries of his sound well beyond the confines of big-room bangers to explore a dazzling array of sounds and emotions across the album's 12 tracks. Among the album's intriguing highlights comes in the form of "Flicker," a track that has roots in the late Detroit hip-hop production legend, Jay Dilla.

"I very much love chipmunked-up soul beats. Just late Jay Dilla-t stuff," Robinson explained. "I think that the reason I love soul samples is because of the Daft Punk Discovery album, which remains my favorite album of all time. So when I heard the same style of records in a hip-hop context I was really, really in love when I was younger. I was messing with soul samples and made this little beat just for fun, at least I thought. Then I'd made this MP3 of taking a bunch of titles I had in a notepad and ran them through a Japanese text to speech program and it spit out this basically nonsensical Japanese text and I cut it up into this little rap and I was just so charmed by that. It's the two sides of me, very much� that's one of my favorite songs on the album." More on this story.

Kimbra Wants You To Love Or Hate Her Music

Kimbra (full name Kimbra Lee Johnson) must be quite happy then with the very mixed, but very extreme reaction her latest single, "90's Music" has received over the past four months.

Look through the over 1,700 comments for that song's video and you'll find that while some people are very sure Kimbra is a member of the Illuminati, most others are struggling to decide whether the track is a "Lady Gaga rip-off" or a "manic feast of frenzy for the senses" or "an overproduced POS." But the most common opinion from those who choose to publicly voice theirs is that they like the track, it just took some time to come to that conclusion. "It's definitely a polarizing song for a lot of people," Kimbra said laughing. "But I think it finds its way under the skin."

With shout-outs to Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, R. Kelly, Nirvana, TLC and Aaliyah, the track's lyrics focus on that not-so-bygone era we all seem to have a particular fondness for, but the sound is something from the future with Kimbra's staccato delivery sounding almost alien as she questions nostalgia and its place in our memory.

"That's the deeper side of that song," she explained. "We change and we grow and we remember time, but we remember it completely differently, you know? We look back and it comes back slightly skewed and therefore we are changed by it and feel differently about things in our past."

Kimbra says she chose the track as the first single off her upcoming album, The Golden Echo, because it sets up this record as one that's not necessarily going to follow all the rules. "I wanted to introduce the idea of playfulness," she explained. "I think of it as a statement song."

A lot of the playfulness on her sophomore album - out August 19 on Warner Bros - stems from collaboration. Not much of a surprise being that Kimbra's most successful work to date is Gotye's "Somebody That I Used To Know," a collaboration that earned her two GRAMMYs in 2013 including Record of the Year.

Kimbra now lives on a farm in Silverlake, CA where sheep graze outside her window, but her gramophone statue still sits in Australia, packed away in storage like a lot of her previous apartment. "I don't know where to put it, I don't want to have shrine or anything," she said. "It's a bit of an awkward thing to work out. I'll have to think about it and find a nice place when I get it back." more.

Singled Out: Body Language's 4 Real

In the summer of 2012, I was visiting my father, who was battling cancer at the time. Near his house in Gloucester, MA, there is an amazing record store called Mystery Train that we would frequent and buy as much vinyl as we could take home. On this particular visit, he wasn't much up for a trip to the record store, but we drove by and I ran inside to pick up a few albums of a very specific artist that I had on my mind. We got back to his home and played those records. This one song came on that had the most gorgeous string and wind section on it, and I told him, "That is the most amazing arrangement I've ever heard, I'm going to sample this song."

When I got back to Brooklyn, I immediately spliced up the song and programmed a beat and played it for Angelica the next day. Upon first listen, she freestyled the first verse, chorus and post chorus. I knew when she ripped through that chorus that we had something very special. After the session, I was really excited and called and told my dad about it. He was really intrigued and said, "please send me this song when you're done with it". He actually did pester me for the song a few more times, but he passed away only several months later. In the months leading up to his passing, I just wasn't able to write much more than I had, so it stayed in our little song vault.

We managed to finish this song in the spring of 2014 with Matt finishing off the writing and programming. Angelica's lyrics regarding the power of friendships really seemed to resonate with the situation, because when the song was conceived, there seemed to be very little comfort to be found in life. We all lean on each other in the toughest of times and this song was literally that helping hand.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself here and learn more about the group and the EP right here!

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