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"Jennifer Hudson: I'll Be Home for Christmas" will air in December and feature the singer-actress reliving her childhood holidays with musical performances filmed in locations specific to her youth more - more on this story

MTV VMAs 09: What You Didn't Know

PR reports: Every year the MTV Video Music Awards is a snapshot of what is happening in pop culture. However, even with months of planning, year after year, this live event experiences unexpected moments and fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants-close-calls that the viewer at home never hears about – until now.

On Saturday, October 10 at 1PM ET/PT, MTV will air "VMAs 09: What You Didn't Know," a rapid-fire, funny and unforgettable look at untold stories, never-seen footage and insider insights.

Viewers tuning in to the special will see Green Day receiving a standing ovation from the MTV production crew during an amazing rehearsal featuring a mini-concert, Taylor Swift pre-taping the subway portion of her VMAs performance until 5am and then flying to perform in concert that night and Pink's performance needing special cameras and rigging. This year's VMAs moments are sure to make next year's show more anticipated than ever before. - more on this story

Raphael Saadiq Winter Tour

PR reports: Raphael Saadiq will return to the road this winter kicking off the tour in Seattle, Washington on November 16 and concluding in Minneapolis, Minnesota on December 16.

These are Saadiq's first live shows since wrapping his summer string on the festival circuit including performances at Bonaroo, Essence and Bumbershoot festivals - to which he received raving reviews. Raphael Saadiq will have several exciting artists join him on tour including Canadian singer-songwriter, Anjulie and Grammy® nominated Janelle Monáe on select dates.

His latest album, The Way I See It, available in a collector's edition box set of 7" 45 rpm singles as well as on traditional CD, represents the finest example to-date of Saadiq's downtown sound, a masterful blend of old and new school sensibilities on tracks featuring artists such as Joss Stone, Stevie Wonder, and Jay-Z. - more on this story

Earth, Wind and Kitch Karaoke

PR reports: AWMoK.com has posted some exclusive short videos from the wildly-successful launch party for The Allee Willis Museum of Kitsch featuring original members of Earth, Wind & Fire performing mindblowing karaoke versions of "September" and "Boogie Wonderland" on cheap, thrift store instruments (the kitsch part!) with Allee Willis, who also wrote both songs, and comedienne Luenell Campbell, of Borat and Katt Williams fame.

The hundreds of fans and friends in attendance at Ghettogloss gallery in Los Angeles will never forget the 21st night of September, coincidentally the opening line of the massively popular "September."

1. Part 1 - Allee Willis introduces the starstruck Lunelle to Earth Wind & Fire's Verdine White & Larry Dunn: watch it here Part 2 - "September" - a stellarly wonderful and kitsch performance: watch it here Part 3 - "Boogie Wonderland" - an equally stellar wonderful and kitsch performance: watch it here -

Shwayze and LMFAO Party Rock Tour

PR reports: They just finished up their own sold out headlining tour and now Shwayze has announced they will join their friends LMFAO on the Party Rock Tour!

Shwayze is set to release their 2nd album, "Let It Beat" on November 3rd, 2009, just 2 days before the tour begins. Shwayze's first album, the self-titled Shwayze, rocketed the duo into world wide success. A string of multiple hits ("Buzzin'," "Corona and Lime") fueled by millions of internet plays carried them to top ten album sales, landed them a coveted slot on the Vans Warped Tour, and turned them into reality television stars on MTV. "Let It Beat" will take them to a whole new level. "We can't sit on the beach with an acoustic guitar forever!" proclaims Cisco Adler. With contributions including New Orleans hip-hop duo The Knux, Shwayze's lifelong hero Snoop Dogg, Ric Ocasek from the Cars, and Darryl Jenifer, bassist for legendary D.C. punk band Bad Brains, "Let It Beat" is a fearless venture held together by the guidance of Adler's production and vocals and Shwayze's natural flow.

"We've been friends with the guys in LMFAO for years and have watched them grow into a powerhouse." says Adler, "We cannot wait to join them on the Party Rock tour and keep it in the family. It's gonna be a crazy time. Let it Beat ya'll!!" - more on this story

Have Yourself A Merry Lee Greenwood

PR reports: He may be known for the powerful ballad that has become a part of the fabric of America, but Lee Greenwood has had a lasting career for a lengthy string of hits that showcase his insightful songwriting, captivating showmanship and that distinctive voice.

The two-time CMA Male Vocalist of the Year and winner of CMA Song of the Year ("God Bless the USA" in 1985) gives those golden vocals a turn on a Christmas album destined to become a holiday favorite for generations.

Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas features the inimitable Greenwood on such beloved holiday classics as "What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "We Need A Little Christmas" and of course, the wish-filled title cut. Lee's rendition of "Joy To The World" in medley with "Hark The Herald Angels Sing" is nothing short of jubilant.

The album will be released on Country Crossing Records in autumn of 2009. -

Regina Spektor To Make Saturday Night Live Debut This Weekend

PR reports: Having spent the last four months traveling the world, winning over legions of fans with her unmistakable song-craft, Regina Spektor is very excited to make her Saturday Night Live debut this Saturday, October 10th and premiere her second single, Eet, from her critically acclaimed album, far.

An artist known for her uninhibited imagination and acute sense of detail both in music and words, Spektor has joined playwright / director Tina Landau (Floyd Collins & Superior Donuts) and lyricist Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) to create a new Broadway bound musical called Beauty. In addition, Spektor has recorded a duet with Grammy award-winning violinist Joshua Bell for his latest Sony Classical album, At Home With Friends, which you can hear below. Fans will get a chance to see Spektor perform songs from far as she's currently on a headlining tour of the states.

This two-month tour has already included sold out shows in Boston, Detroit, Chicago and Philadelphia, and has upcoming dates at New York's Radio City Music Hall on October 14th and Los Angeles' Greek Theatre on October 28th. - more on this story

Penn & Teller Book Bill Graham Memorial Foundation Show

PR reports: The Bill Graham Memorial Foundation will host Penn & Teller at the Gramercy Theatre on November 12, 2009. Funds raised through the exclusive appearance will be donated to a local school in the tri-state area.

The goal of the Foundation is to continue Bill's good work in assisting those whose needs are oftentimes not noticed or served by larger philanthropic organizations. Currently, the Foundation awards grants primarily in the areas of music, the arts, and education, while also supporting social work, environmental protection, and spiritual and compassionate projects in the community. The foundation has enlisted the expertise of The VH1 Save the Music Foundation to determine which school will be selected as the recipient of the donation.

Penn & Teller have not played New York City in nine years. This performance is titled 35 Years of Magic & BS. Only 400 seats will be sold at a ticket price of $99.00 to benefit the Bill Graham Memorial Foundation. Comedian and self-described "larger, louder half" of Penn & Teller, Penn Jillette shared, "Our first ticketed show in NYC in over 9 years (that's almost 10!) will be a Q&A for P&T with a few classic bits thrown in for good measure. We wanted to donate magic equipment, but we were convinced all the cool kids want to play music. Oh, and yes, Teller WILL speak." - more on this story

Peter Nero To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award

PR reports: The American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada (AFM) will present Philly Pops Artistic Director Peter Nero with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Philly Pops concert at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia on October 7, 2009. In addition, the Philadelphia Musicians Union (AFM Local 77) will honor him with an Honorary Lifetime Membership Award.

An AFM member since 1951, a world class pianist, and the founding Artistic Director and Conductor of the Philly Pops since 1979, Nero has been a major source of inspiration for musicians and music listeners for over fifty years. A two time Grammy Award winner, Nero has appeared on numerous recordings throughout his distinguished career, collaborating with artists including Mel Torme, Doc Severinsen and Rod Stewart. He has made numerous television appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and many PBS programs.

AFM International President Thomas F. Lee notes, "Peter Nero's commitment to the AFM for fifty-eight years and his lifelong dedication to excellence in music deserve the highest recognition. Peter has always exhibited the greatest respect for the musicians who have worked with him, which has earned him a stellar reputation. It is our privilege to present Peter Nero with the AFM Lifetime Achievement Award and wish him the very best for many years of music making ahead." -

ApSci Bonus

PR reports: ApSci's new record Best Crisis Ever will hit shelves Tuesday, October 13th! The CD will come packaged with a Quannum Bonus Disc containing an exclusive Quannum Mix of the song "Crazy Crazy Insane" featuring Blackalicious, Lateef the Truthspeaker and Lyrics Born, as well as ApSci's official music videos for "Crazy Crazy Insane" and "Under Control"!

Best Crisis Ever is a louder, catchier and more expansive take on ApSci's unique combination of electro, hip-hop and quirky pop, heavy on songwriting and a combination of vintage drum machine sounds, synths and guitars. It's equal parts New York bravado and Australian charm, reflecting the respective hometowns of each, and how the duo have managed to comfortably straddle both for nearly a decade. Dana's otherworldly voice is a versatile instrument that adds an alluring depth and charm to Ra's complex, detailed production and biting lyricism. Best Crisis Ever will level fans old and new with an explosion of originality and musical depth.

ApSci's outstanding stop-motion animation video for "Crazy Crazy Insane" has been featured on the YouTube Home Page on Tuesday, for this week's Music Tuesday, which is spotlighting "dynamic duos"! - Check it out here

Duck Down Download and Showcase

PR reports: This past year Duck Down Records has remained active with a onslaught of quality releases from a growing roster of artists. Rather than force fans to scour the Internet looking for low quality MP3s on our product, we have taken it upon ourselves to provide you with a collection of music from various MCs on Duck Down through the DOWNLOAD THE RIGHT THING sampler mix cd.

Hear music from KRS-ONE & BUCKSHOT, Sean Price, Kidz In The Hall, Blue Scholars, DJ Revolution, Heltah Skeltah, Random Axe (comprised of Sean Price, Guilty Simpson and Black Milk), B-Real of Cypress Hill, Skyzoo, Team Facelift, Naledge, Smif N Wessun, Marco Polo & Torae, Ruste Juxx, General Steele and Boot Camp Clik.

On Saturday, October 24th, in celebration of CMJ Week, Duck Down will be holding a label showcase, in which fans will have the opportunity to hear this collection of music live. Venue: Gramercy Theater located on 127 East 23rd street between Park Ave & Lexington Ave Doors at 8PM Showtime at 9PM Tickets: $20 First 100 CMJ Badge Holders enter for free

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