This Week's Top Pop Stories

Here are the top stories from this week's Day in Pop and the top Day in Pop digest stories

Taylor Swift Furious At Kayne West?- Madonna Leak- Boyband Porn- New Rihanna-DioGuardi Leaves American Idol- Lady Gaga Meat Protest- Cyrus UFO- Jersey Shore Glee VMA- more

The top Day in Pop digest stories for this week: ASB reports that an unnamed source says Taylor Swift "is furious that Kanye keeps discussing the VMAs incident," a source said. "She's fed up of hearing about it and is disgusted that he has the cheek to use her name to promote his new album! more. She has every right to be angry but keep in mind this came from one of those infamous unnamed sources.

Yahoo reports that Kanye West is still feeling the pain over his ambush of Taylor Swift last year — and he's expressing his pain all over Twitter. more

(Yahoo) Paris Hilton was banned Wednesday from two Wynn resorts on the Las Vegas Strip, and her boyfriend was dismissed as a nightclub partner following their arrests in a vehicle that police said reeked of marijuana. more

(Yahoo) Kara DioGuardi is following Ellen DeGeneres and Simon Cowell out the door at "American Idol." Her departure leaves Randy Jackson, who's been with the singing contest from the start, the last judge standing, for now. Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez are the reported front-runners for the panel. more

(ASB) Rihanna has got a name for her next studio installment. The 22-year-old "Rated R" singer calls it "Loud" and promises to fill it with "sassy, fun, flirty, energetic" sounds, according to RihannaDaily.com. more

(ASB) A never-before-heard track from Madonna has hit the web. Called "Broken", the leaked song reportedly comes from production hands of Paul Oakenfold who previously helped Madonna working on her latest Greatest Hits compilation "Celebration". more

(NME) Eminem's record label loses legal battle with rapper's ex-publisher Universal Music to pay royalties to FBT Production more

(Yahoo) Bravo announced Monday that Danielle Staub, the firestarter on "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," would not be returning to the show. more

(ASB) Boyband McFly had to remake the promo for their comeback single "Party Girl" - after broadcasting bosses in the U.K. banned the video from TV over its graphic content and nudity. The promo, which features explicit scenes of flesh-eating vampires and bandmember Harry Judd partially nude, had to be re-cut to overcome a TV broadcast ban.more

(NME) Sir Ridley Scott has spoken about the two 3D Alien prequels he's working on, explaining that the films will be set in the year 2058, 30 years before Alien, the first move in the sci-fi franchise. more

(ASB) David Archuleta was one of performers at Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) telethon on Labor Day weekend, September 5. He performed a song called "Things Are Gonna Get Better" during the fund-raising gig which benefits those afflicted with the neuromuscular disease. more

(Yahoo) Rihanna unveiled her new single "Only Girl (In the World)" on Tuesday shortly after announcing the title of her fifth studio album, "Loud," on her official fansite. more

(Jam!) Animal activists have taken aim at Lady Gaga for posing in nothing but raw meat for a fashion magazine cover more

(ASB) Ne-Yo has a crush on a woman in a music video for his latest single "One in a Million". Although the lady has repeatedly turned him down, he doesn't give up too easily. Busting some moves with his boys, he finally gets attention from the girl only before she turns on her heels as he is joined by three hot females. more

(ASB) As the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards gets closer, more stars who will take the stage to read the winners are announced. "Jersey Shore" cast like Snooki and The Situation are on hand to present the Moonmans along with "Glee" stars including Jane Lynch, Cory Monteith, Chris Colfer and Amber Riley. more

(The1stFive) B.o.B has released the video for the latest single off this year's The Adventures of B.o.B.. The track is titled "Magic" and features Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo. Check it out here

(Billboard) After starring with his daughter Miley on the Dinsey Channel's hit series "Hannah Montana" for four years, "UFO: Unbelievably Freakin' Obvious" for cable network Syfy has Billy Cyrus and his 21-year-old son Trace investigating conspiracy theories. more

The M has nothing to do with music. (Hollywood Reporter) MTV is reviving the live daytime show with a series targeting celebrities and pop culture. "The Seven," a studio-based countdown show, will air weekdays from Times Square beginning September 27. more
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Jermaine To Tribute His Brother Michael Jackson in Concert

Jermaine Jackson's upcoming Las Vegas concert is set to include a special dedication to the Jackson 5 and Jermaine's brother Michael Jackson. Here is the announcement:

Jermaine Jackson, founding member of the Jackson 5 and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, performs in concert October 2, 2010, at 8 p.m. in Las Vegas at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino's Theatre of Performing Arts.

Celebrating 40 years as a recording artist, Jackson will perform his fans' favorite songs and present a loving tribute in song to his brother Michael, the Jackson 5 and the Jackson family. - more on this story

Michael Buble Goes Hollywood

Michael Buble is going Hollywood. Reprise Records confirmed the release yesterday (September 7th) of "Hollywood," the Canadian superstar's new single which follows up his previous No. 1 single, "Haven't Met You Yet."

"Hollywood" was co-written by Bublé and will have an accompanying video that will be released later this month with Bublé portraying a number of different celebrities. The label will also be releasing the deluxe "Crazy Love Hollywood Edition" on October 25th.

Bublé's sold out "Crazy Love Tour," whose national promoter is Beaver Productions, has added 14 more shows beginning November 23rd in Hershey, Pennsylvania. (Tour dates are listed at end of release) New dates include a return visit to Madison Square Garden in NYC on November 28th and will finish up at LA's Staples Center on December 13th. - more on this story

Free DJ Hero 2 and Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock Demos Released

Activision has released demos for the upcoming DJ Hero 2 and Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock as free downloads on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace (as the name implies, these are for use with the Xbox).

In the DJ Hero 2 demo, fans will get a taste of four exclusive mixes from the best soundtrack in entertainment as they freestyle scratch, sample and crossfade through various gameplay tutorials, QuickPlay and all-new multiplayer modes including Accumulator and DJ Battle. Mixes included in the demo of DJ Hero 2 are: Pussycat Dolls Featuring Busta Rhymes "Don't Cha" Mixed With Pitbull "I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" * Lady Gaga Featuring Colby O'Donis "Just Dance" Mixed With Deadmau5 "Ghosts N Stuff" * MSTRKRFT Featuring N.O.R.E. "Bounce" (Battle Mix) * Estelle Featuring Kanye West "American Boy" Mixed With Chic "Good Times"

Gamers looking to be among the first to experience Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock's all-new, story-driven Quest Mode, narrated by notorious KISS front man Gene Simmons, will be transformed into rock warriors and shred to the following four hit tracks off the game's quintessential rock collection: Black Sabbath "Children of the Grave" * Foo Fighters "No Way Back" * Slash featuring Ian Astbury "Ghosts" * Dethklok "Bloodlines" - more on this story

Mary J. Blige Recruits Jazmin Sullavin, Miguel, and El Debarge for Fall Tour

Mary J. Blige will launch her 11-city "Music Saved My Life" theater tour on October 2nd in Atlanta, GA and conclude later that month in Concord, CA.

The "Music Saved My Life" tour will also feature artists Jazmin Sullavin, Miguel, and El Debarge (in select cities).

Blige will perform highlights from her eight multi-platinum albums, including her most recent, "Stronger with Each Tear." - more on this story

John Legend Surprise Lobby Gig

John Legend surprised New Yorkers passing through Grand Central Terminal this week when he gave an exclusive performance inside a replica of the new Courtyard by Marriott lobby.

The singer/songwriter's performance kicked off a two month long initiative designed to bring the new lobby concept to more travelers across the U.S. The ubiquitous brand is unveiling "lobby zones" just like the one in Grand Central in three major U.S. airports in Atlanta, Chicago and Denver on September 15.

Legend played one set, including "Wake Up Everybody" and "Ordinary People" inside the famed train station's Vanderbilt Hall. As the crowd swelled, excited fans snapped photos on their cell phones, sharing the experience with their friends on social networks. - more on this story

Taylor Swift Greeting Cards

Want to give the gift of Taylor Swift? You could just give your loved one a CD or you can head to Target and pick up the latest greeting cards "written and inspired" by Taylor Swift. We're not quire sure how that inspired part works, but here is the announcement.

On the back of every card, a numbered butterfly icon helps card enthusiasts and fans alike collect all of the latest greetings. Now through early November, fans can capture butterfly numbers 56-73, 18 cards total, only in the Target greeting card aisle.

Keeping with the "traditional with a twist" look that fans love, the latest selection provides birthday greetings featuring yummy cupcake and ice cream treats, and friendship cards that speak about the best days being spent with someone we love. The collection is exclusive to Target and is just in time for Taylor's third album release on October 25, 2010. - more on this story

Audio Push Release New Mixtape

(Interscope) Audio Push, a duo out of Southern California team up with DJ Ill Will & DJ Rockstar, drop their Official new Mixtape "The Backstage Pass."

The mixtape ncluded all original production from the likes of Drumma Boy, Dem Jointz, Hit-Boy, Chase N' Cash and of course themselves.

"The Backstage Pass" also includes features from Tyga, Rich Boy, YG, Problem, Latiff & Jazzy. Don't forget to check out their hot new video for their brand new single "UP N DOWN!" - check it out here

Zach Hill Releases Free MP3

Zach Hill has released a new MP3 from his forthcoming second solo album, Face Tat, which hits stores on October 19th.

The track "The Primitives Talk" will be available as a free download via Amazon.com for the entire month of September.

Hill's 13-track album features an impressive list of contributors, including Devendra Banhart, No Age (Dean Spunt and Randy Randall), Guillermo Scott Herren (Prefuse 73), Greg Saunier (Deerhoof), Carson McWhirter (Hella), Nick Reinhart (Tera Melos, Bygones) and Robby Moncrieff (Raleigh Moncrieff). - more on this story

2010 Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon A Big Success

MDA had this good news: After 21-1/2 hours of great entertainment and powerful appeals, the final timpani rolled and confetti fell on the 2010 Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon which raised $58,919,838 in contributions and pledges to advance the research and service programs of the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

"I'm heartened by the unique ability of Americans to help others in need, when they themselves are likely struggling financially," said Lewis. "People see the progress MDA is making for children and adults living with muscle diseases. I'm truly grateful for their caring enough to brighten the future for 'my kids'."

The Telethon originated for the fifth year from the South Point Hotel in Las Vegas, reaching some 40 million viewers by way of MDA's Telethon network of some 170 television stations, as well as cable throughout the United States and Canada. Millions more around the world saw the Telethon at www.mda.org courtesy of RealNetworks. - more on this story