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Justin Bieber Gets Booed, Asks for Respect During Billboard Awards Milestone Speech [VIDEO]

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:23:09 +0000

Justin Bieber was about to have a moment at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards last night (May 19) when he accepted the impressive Milestone Award at the tender age of 19 -- but his acceptance of the coveted honor was marred by a chorus of boos and screams, the latter from his dedicated corps of Beliebers.

2013 Billboard Music Awards Winners List

Jessica Sager — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:19:48 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards went down tonight (May 19) in Las Vegas! We kept track of all the winners while the show was happening, especially nod leaders Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, fun. and Rihanna.

Swift took home three awards; some were o

George Michael Sustains Head Injury in Car Crash

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:24:19 +0000

’80s singer George Michael, who nearly died from pneumonia in late 2011, was airlifted to a hospital after sustaining a head injury following a car crash. Paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in the U.K. on Thursday, May 16. According to The BBC, a Michael spokesperson said that the ‘Faith’ singer, 49, had indeed been in an [...]

Shakira Confirms That She's Leaving 'The Voice'

Cassandra Rose — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:55:05 +0000

With Christina Aguilera set to reclaim her spinning chair on 'The Voice,' current female judge Shakira and her truthful hips are planning an exit, saying the constant travel is wearing out her newborn baby.

Pink Offers Infuriated Apology to Fans After Cancelled Show in England

Jessica Sager — Sun, 05 May 2013 15:35:12 +0000

Anyone who has ever been lucky enough to see Pink live knows that she puts serious work into her performances -- live vocals, crazy aerial stunts and choreography -- to ensure an amazing show. So when she had to bail on a concert in Birmingham, England, she was bummed.

So were her fans, some of whom sent her hate mail. That didn't sit well with the feisty songstress, who was forced to cancel due to a pretty serious series of infections.

John Mayer Promises New Record This Summer

Jessica Sager — Sun, 05 May 2013 13:26:08 +0000

John Mayer isn’t just touring this summer for the first time since his throat surgery — he’s also promising a new album! Mayer took to his tumblr to announce his latest project, which he promised would be all new, original material — not just a deluxe or expanded edition of his most recent effort, ‘Born [...]

Justin Bieber + Usher Sued for $10 Million Over 'Somebody to Love'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:55:53 +0000

Mo’ money, mo’ problems. Justin Bieber and his mentor Usher have been slapped with a $10 million lawsuit over the song ‘Somebody to Love.’ Two songwriters claim that the song was jacked. The Wrap reports that the suit was filed in Virginia on May 2. Devin Copeland, an R&B singer who goes by the stage [...]

Taylor Swift Extends Kind Gesture to Car Accident Victim's Family

Christina Vinson — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:00:20 +0000

Superstar Taylor Swift so often uses her fame for good, as evidenced by the many times she's connected with fans who are having a rough time in life. Who could forget the beaming smile of Kevin McGuire or the sweet 7-year-old girl that Swift brought onstage? The singer continues to be proactive in giving her fans moments to remember, as she recently visited a fan who was hit by a car in Hollywood.

Bruno Mars Announces 'Treasure' Will Be Next Single + More Tour Dates

Kat Lee — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:39:35 +0000

Prepare yourselves, Hooligans. Bruno Mars is readying his track ‘Treasure’ to release as his third single from his album ‘Unorthodox Jukebox.’ The funky upbeat tempo song follows up his hits ‘Locked Out of Heaven’ and ‘When I Was Your Man,’ which both hit No.1 on the Billboard charts and is set for release on June [...]

Michael Buble 'To Be Loved' Debuts at No. 1

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:00:43 +0000

For the fourth time in his croonin’ career, Canadian singer and onetime comedian Michael Buble has notched a No. 1 record. The swoon-inducing charmer and father-to-be is celebrating his latest, ‘To Be Loved,’ debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200. Congrats, Mr. Buble! ‘To Be Loved’ shifted 195,000 copies its first week in [...]

Which Coaches Will Appear on Season 5 of 'The Voice?'

Jessica Sager — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:00:34 +0000

When Shakira and Usher first joined the judging panel, filling the big shoes and big red chairs of Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green, it was because Aguilera and Green were going on tour and working on their own projects. But are Aguilera and Green actually coming back this fall?

Maybe not!

Country Legend George Jones Dies at Age 81

Angela Thomas — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:01:11 +0000

Country hit-maker died this morning in Nashville.

Justin Bieber Tour Bus Busted for Pot in Sweden

Jessica Sager — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:29:22 +0000

Oh, Justin Bieber. Just when he seemed to be shaping up and behaving a bit better -- even potentially winning Selena Gomez over one more time -- he's in trouble again.

The 'Baby' singer's tour bus was busted for pot in Sweden. What happened?

[UPDATE] Horseshoe Casino to Issue Refunds for Canceled 3 Doors Down Show

Jade Green — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:32:24 +0000

[UPDATE #2] Horseshoe Casino in Bossier City has started issuing refunds for Friday night’s cancelled 3 Doors Down concert. Entertainment Supervisor Shelli Briery told 710 KEEL News that if you purchased your tickets by credit card through any Ticketmaster outlet or the Gift Horse Gift Shop, your refund will show up on your card. If you [...]

Taylor Swift Launches Spring + Summer Line of Keds [Pics]

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:07:25 +0000

Taylor Swift has expanded her partnership with Keds. Since both the singer and the shoes are American classics, it was only a matter of time before the relationship was furthered. Swift, who has been knocking us dead on red carpets with her gown choices this year, debuted a limited edition, red-themed collection of footwear last [...]

Listen to Michael Buble + Reese Witherspoon's Duet 'Something Stupid'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 02:48:36 +0000

Michael Buble and Reese Witherspoon teamed up for the Frank and Nancy Sinatra song 'Somethin' Stupid,' which appears as 'Something Stupid' (with a "g") on the crooner's 'To Be Loved' album, out April 23. While Witherspoon won an Oscar for her portrayal of country singer June Carter Cash in 'Walk the Line,' we never expected her to pair up on a pop vocal like this! How's it sound?

Madonna Slammed by Malawi President Joyce Banda Following Visit

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:48:37 +0000

Malawi is Madonna's cause celebre. The singer has done a lot for the country, adopting two children from the region and building schools there. At least that's the media spin, since the country's president Joyce Banda has slammed the Material Girl after her visit to the impoverished nation and it seems to be a personal beef.

Taylor Swift to Finally Meet Cancer-Stricken Fan Who Was Supposed to Be Her 2012 ACMs Date

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 18:32:56 +0000

There is a happy ending to this story! Last year, New Jersey teen Kevin McGuire, who was suffering from cancer and in need of a bone marrow transplant, asked Taylor Swift to prom via a Facebook campaign. Despite everyone's best efforts, things didn't work out as planned. Luckily for McGuire, he's getting a second chance in more ways than one!

Prince Could Testify in Michael Jackson's Wrongful Death Suit

Cassandra Rose — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 14:46:03 +0000

Prince never worked with or knew Michael Jackson, but he may still testify against the tour promoter who both hired and was supposed to supervise Michael’s doctor, Conrad Murray, because that’s how the American justice system works. The late Michael Jackson and Prince could finally cross paths as MJ’s mother Katherine has plans to use [...]

Demi Lovato Returning for Second Season of 'X Factor'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:47:03 +0000

While L.A. Reid and Britney Spears have bounced from the merry-go-round that is the ‘X Factor‘ judges panel after its second, ratings-challenged season, singer Demi Lovato is sticking around. The ‘Heart Attack’ singer will return to the show for another go-around as a judge. So far, Lovato and show creator Simon Cowell are the only [...]