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(FMQB) Katy Perry will star in the next "Live From Letterman" webcast via CBS Interactive Music Group following her performance on the Late Show with David Letterman on August 24 more - more on this story

Eminem and Rihanna Video Premiere Today

Eminem premieres his new video for "Love The Way You Lie," featuring Rihanna, today on MTV and VEVO.com at 9:00 PM EDT.

Shot in Los Angeles, the video was directed by Joseph Kahn, who, in addition to his work on previous Eminem videos, has also directed clips for Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani, and 50 Cent among many others. Rihanna appears in the video, which also features Megan Fox (Transformers) and Dominic Monaghan (The Lord of the Rings, Lost) playing a couple going through the extremes of an abusive relationship.

"Joseph and I worked pretty closely together to make sure we got this right," commented Eminem. "Trying to make this tough subject work visually is a challenge. It was great to have Rihanna, Megan and Dominic on board for this ... .they really brought it and made this video super-powerful." - more on this story

Tim McGraw To Host CMA Music Festival TV Special, Taylor Swift To Perform New Song

Tim McGraw will host the 'CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock ' on Wednesday, September 1, when the special airs on ABC.

One highlight of the show is a special performance by reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Taylor Swift, who premiered her soon-to-be-released new single "Mine" for her fans at a top-secret private event in Nashville during CMA Music Festival. The song is the first single from her upcoming album Speak Now, in stores Oct. 25.

The special will also feature performances by Jason Aldean, Billy Currington, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, McGraw, Justin Moore, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton with Trace Adkins, Josh Turner, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and Zac Brown Band filmed in front of a sold-out audience in June during CMA Music Festival in Nashville at LP Field, home of the NFL's Tennessee Titans - more on this story

Florence and the Machine Nabs Four VMA Nominations, Launching U.S. Tour This Fall

The UK's Florence and the Machine is making quite the impression here in the states. Try being nominated for 4 MTV Video Music Awards for her breakout video "Dog Days Are Over". But that's not all, read on.

She's nabbed the coveted slot as one of six artists up for "Video of the Year" as well as "Best Rock Video" "Best Cinematography" and "Best Art Direction." See why here

In addition to getting recognition for her video, her song "Dog Days Are Over" has been a fixture on in the film and TV world for the past couple of months, you may have heard it during the trailer for Julia Roberts's Eat Pray Love movie and USA's Covert Affairs commercials. Check out the trailer here She also contributed an original track "Heavy in Your Arms" to The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. - wanna see her live?

Beyonce's If I Were A Boy Songwriter Announces Just A Guy

BC Jean will release her debut single "Just A Guy" on September 14th on J Records.

As the co-writer for Beyonce's mega hit "If I Were A Boy," BC was the subject of a signing frenzy and quickly entered the studio to record her debut album slated for release early 2011 on J Records.

Inspired by Gwen Stefani and Alanis Morrisette, J Records proclaim that BC is a dynamic young artist who possesses tremendous talent, drive, and passion. - more on this story

The Scenic Set New Album Release, Preview New Song Online

The Scenic return with a new album and a new line-up. Their sophomore album, Bipolaroid, will be released on September 28th.

The effort was produced by Mike Watts (The Dear Hunter, As Tall As Lions) and Steve Haigler (The Pixies, Brand New). Bassist Frank Romantino says, "I feel like we definitely found our sound on this record. With the last record we rushed things a little bit and were under prepared; for this record we really took the time to make sure the songs were right and exactly what we wanted. I am so proud of this record it is definitely the best thing I've done in my entire life."

Fans can get a taste of the new record by visiting the band's MySpace page, where the first track "So Cal, So What?" has been posted. Check it out - here

A Place To Bury Strangers Release New Video

(Mute) A Place To Bury Strangers have released a new video for "I Lived My Life To Stand In The Shadow of Your Heart," the fourth single from the bands critically acclaimed "Exploding Head."

The video, directed by Sian Alice Group guitarist Ben Crook (Spiritualized, Fratellis, Black Lips), was shot during the band's London show at Heaven on May 25th 2010 and marks the first official appearance of new bass player Dion Lunadon. Check it out here

I Lived My Life To Stand In The Shadow of Your Heart, the penultimate song in APTBS live set, was released as a 5-song digital EP on June 22nd. The EP features a new track, "Girlfriend", and remixes by Secret Machines, Cereal Spiller, and Broken Spindles. - more on this story

Malea McGuinness To Join Shawn Colvin For Special One Night Stand

Malea McGuinness will be opening for fellow female singer-songwriter Shawn Colvin for a special, one-night-only engagement at The Canyon in Agoura Hills, CA this Saturday, August 7th.

Malea's music mixes modern pop/rock with a twang of American-style folk along with smoky vocals and intimate lyrics.

Throughout the summer, Malea has been vigorously touring the US while promoting her recent sophomore release, 'CLOSE AS AIR' (Malea Music), and most notably, joined iconic singer Kenny Loggins for a series of five dates on his 2010 Summer Tour. In addition, she teamed up with Canadian folk-rockers The Crash Test Dummies for a special performance in Redondo Beach and participated in The Avon Foundation's 'Drink Pink Night', a breast cancer charity concert. - more on this story

Never Shout Never and The Ready Set Announce mtvU's VMA Tour

Never Shout Never and The Ready Set will be hitting the road on mtvU's VMA Tour which is hitting Six Flags parks in various cities across America.

The tour starts in St. Louis, MO on August 21 and wraps up August 29th in Atlanta, GA.

Never Shout Never released their Deluxe Single Melody last week. The band's new album Harmony will be released on August 24th. - more on this story

Intercept's Symphony For Somebody Else Next Month

Intercept have announced a September 14th digital release of their new album, Symphony For Somebody Else. Here is the announcement:

Intercept is not just a fitting moniker for the Los Angeles outfit whose sonic landscape meets in the middle of rock and folk-tinged indie-pop. It's also descriptive of a band in the right place at the right time, anticipating the September 14 release of their third full-length album Symphony For Somebody Else.

At a time when artists are enjoying unprecedented access to fans—but having trouble finding a way to turn it into gas money—Intercept is carefully navigating the new market. - more on this story