Eminem Recovery Release Moved Up

"At the same time, we realize speed is of the essence when fans are so passionate about wanting to hear new songs from such an enormously popular artist like Eminem. Even by releasing Recovery only a day earlier than previously announced, it makes a difference to those fans--and doesn't mess too much with our marketing, promotion, publicity and sales plans for the debut of a truly great album." - more on this story

Adam Lambert Explains New Song

Adam Lambert shares the story behind his new single "If I Had You," as the new video for the song premieres on VH1.com and AdamOfficial.com yesterday. Lambert is currently on 'The Glam Nation Tour', his first headlining tour, which will criss-cross the country all summer long.

Shot in overnight near Los Angeles' Griffith Park in early May and directed by Bryan Barber (Outkast, Christina Aguilera), the video features Lambert and cast of wildly dressed dancers and friends frolicking in the wilderness. Inspired by Adam's experience at the Burning Man festival nearly five years ago, the video pays tribute to a counter-culture of underground designers, performance artists and various bohemians who have influenced Lambert.

Says Lambert, "In addition to the fantastic beat and melody, the song's lyrics are what really stand out to me about this uplifting jam. It explores all the glitz of life in celebrity culture but reveals how it can all be a facade without true connectivity to others. The message is one of Love. Over the past year, in addition to my unbelievable opportunities, I have also been faced with the unique challenge of staying positive in light of some critics and closed mindedness. My friends, family, and my devoted fans have been a key force in keeping me grounded. I wanted to make a video that paid tribute to the wonderful people who've inspired me to become the artist and spirit I am today." - http://AdamOfficial.com

Travie McCoy Hitting The Road With Rihanna and Ke$ha

Travie McCoy will join Rihanna's "Last Girl On Earth Tour" this summer. The outing which also features special guest Ke$ha is set to hit the road beginning on July 2nd at Auburn, Washington's White River Amphitheatre.

They will then wind its way across North America, culminating August 28th at the New York State Fair in Syracuse (see attached itinerary). - more on this story

Toby Keith, Billy Ray Cyrus, ZZ Top and More Join Nashville Rising

Nashville Rising: A Benefit Concert for Flood Recovery has announced some big names for the event which will Tuesday, June 22nd, at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena with the addition of Toby Keith, Billy Ray Cyrus, Montgomery Gentry, Julie Roberts, Blake Shelton and ZZ Top.

Special guests will include Governor Phil Bredesen, Mayor Karl Dean and Jeff Fisher, head coach of the NFL's Tennessee Titans. The event is being spearheaded by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, who will also perform.

Proceeds from the concert will benefit The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, which is working to address flood relief and recovery in Middle Tennessee. - more on this story

Sharam Remixes Shakira's Official FIFA World Cup Song Waka Waka

Sharam has applied his unique touch to Shakira's Official FIFA World Cup song, 'Waka Waka,' transforming it into a dance floor anthem, complete with his signature sound and African-style drums.

Shakira said, "Sharam has brought a unique spin to his interpretation of "Waka Waka". He has brought the song to the dancefloor. This is one of those artistic collaborations that makes perfect sense." Check it out here

"Anyone who knows me will tell you I am a sports buff and the FIFA World Cup is the biggest sporting event in the world. To work on the official song is a landmark achievement for me, something I've dreamt about doing since making music became a part of my life. I have always admired Shakira's unique twist on pop music and when she asked me to remix Waka Waka, I didn't hesitate," says Sharam.
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Fantasia Sets New Album Release

After giving fans a look into the recording process on her hit VH1 reality show Fantasia For Real, Fantasia will release her third studio album, entitled Back to Me, on July 27th on J Records.

Leading the way with the official first single "Bittersweet," which is currently #9 on the Urban Adult Airplay chart, Back To Me is an emotionally charged album which features a sole guest appearance by Cee-Lo Green and songs written and/or produced by Ne-Yo, Claude Kelly, Chuck Harmony Rico Love, Jim Jonsin, KP & Malay.

Also available for the first time as a bonus track is "I'm Here," Fantasia's signature song from her acting role as "Celie" in the Broadway play The Color Purple. - more on this story

Garth Brooks Announces Fall Concerts

Garth Brooks' intimate performances at the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas were such a success that a new run of dates have been added for this fall.

Concert Dates: September 10, 11, 12 ** October 1, 2, 3 ** October 22, 23, 24 ** November 5, 6, 7 ** November 19, 20, 21 ** Concert times: Fridays 8 p.m., Saturdays 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m., Sundays 8 p.m. - important ticket info

Trey Songz Hitting the Road With Monica for the Passion, Pain & Pleasure Tour

Trey Songz has announced the "Passion, Pain & Pleasure Tour" starring Monica which kicks off August 6th at Shreveport, Louisiana's Municipal Auditorium and then travel the country through mid-September, culminating in a September 16th and 17th two-night-stand at New York City's Beacon Theatre (see attached itinerary).

This nation-wide tour comes after a whirlwind year for the R&B sensation, of which he said, "This has been an amazing year for me. I've toured with Jay-Z, performed with Stevie Wonder, shot a 10 episode docu-series for BET called 'My Moment,' and now I'm preparing to perform at the 2010 BET Awards. This summer I would like to celebrate my success with all my fans, especially my fan club, Trey's Angels."

Trey continued, "The 'Passion, Pain, & Pleasure Tour' is not just another show; it will be an up close and personal experience for everyone. Come see me perform your favorite songs live and hear new music from my upcoming album, 'Passion, Pain, & Pleasure' for the first time. With the help of one of the best R&B female vocalists out today, my sister Monica, we promise you a night to remember." - more on this story

American Idol's Scott Savol Releasing New Music

Season 4 American Idol finalist Scott Savol has announced the release of two new digital tracks, Savol's first release of original music since he placed fifth on American Idol.

"Beauty Queen" and "Amazing Love (Life Is Better)" will be available at digital sales portals on June 22, 2010.

Savol never went looking for fame. He simply wanted to do what he loved most — sing and perform for others. As a shy three year old, compelled to share his voice with others, he sang while sitting under the kitchen table where no one could watch him. Two decades later, the television phenomenon called American Idol has cured Savol of any remaining fears of public performance, gave him a worldwide platform to perform, and brought him instant notoriety. - more on this story

Shannon Stephens Reissue

Shannon Stephens' decade old self-titled debut will be revisited with a reissue from Asthmatic Kitty Records on July 20th. Here are the details:

Produced by Stephens and her former Marzuki bandmates Sufjan Stevens and Matthew Haseltine, this superb collection of Shannon's own songs includes contributions by Marzuki cellist Jamie Kempkers, Kenny Hutson (Vigilantes of Love) on pedal steel guitar, Mews and Mews Too contributors Roman Bolks and Jason Brouwer, and folk mainstay Jason Harrod. With new artwork and two previously unreleased bonus tracks, this release will delight newcomers and faithful fans.

Shannon Stephens began her musical career in 1994 as the voice of the band Marzuki, a folk-rock ensemble assembled by Sufjan Stevens. After Marzuki disbanded, Shannon began to perform and record on her own. - more on this story

Jackie Greene Announces New Album, Tour and Major League Baseball Appearance

Jackie Greene has announced a June 29th release of his sixth solo album, Till The Light Comes, a collection of ten new songs.

Produced by Greene and Tim Bluhm (of the Mother Hips) at San Francisco-based recording studio, Mission Bells, the recording is the follow up to his highly acclaimed 2008 release Giving Up The Ghost. Jackie Greene's music inhabits the loosely well-worn "Americana" genre yet he's managed to hone his striking talents over the years carving a sharply unique niche. Greene's sound, a mix of rock, folk, country and blues traditions, has garnered much critical praise and the admiration of musical peers —his distinctive songwriting and assured musicianship earning a groundswell of recognition that grows steadily with each new endeavor.

Jackie Greene will embark on an extensive U.S. tour with his band this spring and summer. In addition, he'll be performing the National Anthem prior to the Giants vs. Dodgers game on June 28 at AT&T Park in San Francisco. Till The Light Comes will be released by 429 Records, which is distributed by Universal/Fontana in the U.S. and Universal Music in Australia on June 29th. - more on this story

Katherine Jenkins Debuts in America

The UK's most popular classical-crossover singer Katherine Jenkins is hoping to conquer the hearts of America with the June 15th release of her US debut CD "BELIEVE" on 143/Reprise Records.

With over four million CDs sold in the UK, Jenkins kicks off her promotional blitz in the US with a performance on the Today Show where she will be accompanied by "Believe's" producer, the legendary David Foster.

Jenkins "Believe" CD features a duet with Andrea Bocelli as well as a performance of Evanescence's "Bring Me To Life", Sarah McLachlan's "Angel", the beautiful standard "La Vie en Rose" and a breathtaking version of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's new song "Love Never Dies". The stunning 29-year old former model and music teacher performed last week on the PBS Memorial Day Show which was broadcast across the country live from the Great Lawn in Washington DC. - more on this story

YG Added to the Powerhouse 2010 Concert

YG will be joining an all-star, heavy hitting line up of Ne-Yo, Drake, Snoop Dogg as he performs "Toot It and Boot It" at Power-106's Powerhouse 2010 concert on June 19.

Here is what the label has to say about YG: that's short for Young Gangsta (aka Keenon Jackson) – has brought attention to his music with a fierceness reflective of his tattooed physique. "His skin [is] inked up with Polynesian intricacy: tribal designs, to foot-long crucifixes, to the names of the fallen," said L.A. Weekly magazine, which called him "jerkin' music's progenitor." YG's well-traveled MySpace website – http://www.myspace.com/yg400 – has amassed over 2.1 million profile views, with three of its tracks logging more than a million plays each.

Already declared to be "an anthem out here on the west coast, huge in the clubs" by Power-106 DJ Felli Fel and supported by Power's DJ Carisma "loved the song soon as I heard it" and the programmers at LA's KIIS-FM, "Toot It and Boot It" is now spreading across the Rhythmic radio landscape, pocketing airplay in Riverside, Oxnard, Palm Springs, Albuquerque, Phoenix, Denver, Knoxville, and beyond, in just its first week out. - more on this story

2AM Club To Preview New Song on TV

2AM Club will preview songs off their upcoming RCA Records debut album What Did You Think Was Going To Happen? on the July 13th episode of ABC Family's new summer hit Pretty Little Liars.

What Did You Think Was Going To Happen? is set for release on July 27, 2010 and features "Worry About You" their first single. Filmed in Los Angeles in late May, 2AM Club spent all day on the top secret set, filming numerous performance numbers and mingling with the stars.

Fresh off their east coast run which featured a headlining gig at Gramercy Theater in NYC and their 5 show stint in Austin for SXSW, 2 AM Club are currently on the road with Chiddy Bang for a 12 date run which began on June 9th in Seattle and culminates in Los Angeles on June 22nd and then they head east for a round of dates with TVTV and Menya. - more on this story

Amber Pacific Have Three Words for Teens

Pop rockers Amber Pacific have teamed up with Teen.Com for the exclusive premiere of their new music video for the song "Three Words".

"Three Words" is the first single off of Amber Pacific's new album, Virtues. The video can be seen NOW right here

See Amber Pacific on the "Don't Call It A Comeback" tour with Halifax, Victory In Numbers, and City Lights. Dates are - here

Daniel Tosh Tour Twenty Ten: A Comedy Central Live Event

Daniel Tosh of Comedy Central's "Tosh.0" will embark on a national stand-up tour this fall as the network announces the renewal of "Tosh.0" for a third season which will consist of at least 29 episodes and premiere on Wednesday, January 12 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT.

"Tosh Tour Twenty Ten: A Comedy Central Live Event" kicks off in September in Arizona and travels to more than 60 cities, with additional shows to be announced.

Tosh inked a multi-level deal with COMEDY CENTRAL to shoot an original one-hour stand-up special which taped in San Francisco last Saturday and will premiere on Sunday, October 3 to be subsequently released with extended material on DVD and CD on Tuesday, October 5. - more including dates

Baaba Maal Live Web Chat and Performance Today

Baaba Maal will participate in a Livestream.com session today (Tuesday June 15) at 4pm EST.

You'll hear Baaba play songs from his critically acclaimed 2009 album Television (Palm Pictures) and answer questions via a live web chat. You can access the Livestream session here

Baaba recently played two incredible sets at Bonnaroo this past weekend and is wrapping select June tour dates this week with special shows at Newport Music Hall June 16, the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival on June 18 and the Hollywood Bowl on June 20.
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