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Katy Perry Live Web Event Today

(Livestream) Katy Perry will visit Facebook HQ to make a special announcement today at 5:30pm ET/2:30pm PT. Joined by Facebook's Randi Zuckerberg, Livestream will broadcast this exciting event live from Palo Alto, California.

Fans can watch live while interacting with each other during the webcast by tuning into http://livestream.com/facebookguests

Also on Wednesday: Singer-songwriter Nicole Atkins will stop by the Livestream Studio for a live acoustic set and Q&A with fans at 1:30pm ET/10:30am PT, featuring songs from her new album "Mondo Amore." Fans can submit questions to be answered in real-time by tuning into . http://www.livestream.com/nicoleatkins

The Oak Ridge Boys Vs Oprah Winfrey

(Webster) Late night host David Letterman addressed the new Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) on a recent episode with a video spoof featuring The Oak Ridge Boys.

According to Letterman, those who are not willing to pay extra to access OWN, should instead tune-in and watch the new celebrity network, OBN, The Oak Ridge Boys Network.

His spoof included a classic video of The Oaks singing the infamous line, "Giddy up ooom poppa omm poppa mow mow," from the group's 1981 hit single, "Elvira." 2011 marks the 30th anniversary of the song, and The Oaks are still performing it regularly on tour across the U.S. and Canada about 150 days each year. Watch a video of the spoof

Aretha Franklin Box Set

Legacy have released details about a comprehensive Aretha Franklin box set which is set to hit stores on March 22, 2011.

Take A Look: Aretha Franklin Complete On Columbia marks the first time that Aretha's entire Columbia output, including master takes, unissued performances, rare mono mixes and studio conversations, have been preserved in one deluxe 12-disc (11 CDs + DVD) box set.

Take A Look also includes a comprehensive 64-page booklet with never-before-seen photos by Columbia staff photographer Don Hunstein; recollections by John Hammond, who signed the young gospel singer; a discography of Aretha's Columbia LPs and singles; and an expansive essay "Bold Soul Ingenue" by Daphne A. Brooks, Professor of English and African American Studies at Princeton University. more on this story

Snoop Dogg Announces New Album and Tour

(EMI) Snoop Dogg will release his 11th studio album, Doggumentary, through Doggystyle/Priority Records on March 29th.

Doggumentary's latest single, the buzzworthy "Wet" produced by The Cataracts, has once again proven the megastar's versatility. With its unique production and Snoop's unpredictable flow, the single had fans buzzing when Snoop announced it was made for Prince William's upcoming bachelor party. Last week it impacted and earned the #1 most added slot at urban radio. The accompanying video, directed by Dylan "Pook" Brown, was recently shot in Las Vegas and is sure to have tongues wagging and debuted on Vevo last week.

Snoop also announced his upcoming "Get Wet" tour. Snoop will be performing across the country starting on January 18th. more on this story

DJ Hero 2 Trance Anthems Mix Pack Released

Activision has released the DJ Hero 2 Trance Anthems Mix Pack. Available beginning today, the pack features three new exclusive downloadable mixes with music from some of the hottest acts in electronic music including dance music icons Paul Oakenfold, Paul van Dyk and Armin van Buuren. The Trance Anthems Mix Pack will bring pulse pounding beats to virtual DJs everywhere with:

Trance Anthems Mix Pack (available starting today, January 18): "Imagine" by Armin van Buuren Mixed With "Punk" by Ferry Corsten * "Not Over" by Paul Oakenfold ft. Ryan Tedder (Remix by FSG) * "9PM (Till I Come)" by ATB Mixed With "For An Angel" by Paul van Dyk

The Trance Anthem Mix Pack is available now on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 640 Microsoft Points; and on the PlayStationStore for PlayStation3 computer entertainment system for $7.99. All mixes are available now as downloadable singles for Wii for 300 Wii Points.

Jason Aldean Goes Platinum

Jason Aldean has earned Platinum certification for sales of one million copies for his fourth studio album My Kinda Party.

The 15 track disc becomes Aldean's third career PLATINUM album and brings the country rocker to five million total albums sold since his debut five years ago.

"I just can't say enough about country music fans and the amount of loyalty they have for their favorite artists," said Aldean. "To think that a million people already bought this record is hard for me to get my head around. And five million since I started? No way! I am so grateful to them for giving me the opportunity to play music every night." more on this story

American Idol's Jordin Sparks Super Bowl Events

(Submitted) American Idol champ Jordin Sparks continues her charitable efforts with her 4th Annual Jordin Sparks Experience during Super Bowl week in February in Arlington, Texas.

Jordin will host a series of Super Bowl week events beginning February 2nd (full schedule below).

Jordin recently finished her Broadway debut and run in the Tony Award winning musical, In The Heights, as well as released her first fragrance, Because of You. more on this story

John Legend On The Artist Toolbox

PBS has launched a new series called "The Artist Toolbox." This interview series is an in-depth conversation with many of the world's masters of Art.

John Legend will be featured this week and next (check local listings at www.theartisttoolbox.com), where he opens up to host John Jacobsen about how he became successful. "You have to have that drive…that desire to be a better artist."

Unlike any other show on television right now, this show celebrates the arts while introducing fans to some of the most gifted and talented artists in the world. With so much mindless reality programming taking over television, The Artist Toolbox is a true celebration of what the arts are all about. PBS has been accused in recent years of relinquishing their commitment to the arts, and this show is an example of a major return to that focus. more on this story

WWE Stars and Other Celebs Take Part in Animated Series

(Submitted) Hound Comics CEO William 'Brimstone' Kucmierowski is looking to make Brimstone and The Borderhounds: The Animated Series into a family affair.

Rather than auditioning a slew of actors and actresses, Hound Comics and Floating Pear Productions have chosen to cherry pick what they feel is the perfect cast for the eclectic grouping of Borderhound characters.

The well-known names create an ensemble that represents the wide spectrum of entertainment including pro wrestlers, models, reality stars and other personalities. "When working in entertainment, you can go for months at a clip living in your own little world. Utilizing the talents of these fantastic entertainers is a no brainer and at the same time gives me an excuse to hang out with my friends" says Brimstone. more on this story

George Jones, Josh Turner, Phil Vassar, Charlie Daniels And Many More Join The Boot Campaign

(Webster) One-by-one country music stars are taking off their cowboy boots and replacing them with army boots! The Boot Campaign was inspired by retired US Navy SEAL and author of the book Lone Survivor, Marcus Luttrell. The campaign is a way for Americans to give back and say thank you to our armed forces.

Country music stars involved include: legends like George Jones, Oak Ridge Boys, Jan Howard, Mel Tillis, Lee Greenwood and Charlie Daniels, along with hit-makers Josh Turner, Phil Vassar, Joe Nichols, Randy Houser, Gretchen Wilson, Little Texas, Joe Diffie, Jamie O'Neal, Heidi Newfield, Justin Moore, Chuck Wicks, Colt Ford, Randy Rogers Band, Eli Young Band, Derek Sholl, Joey + Rory and Jack Ingram.

Charlie Daniels, who even chose the Boot Campaign to be a part of his annual charity event at the Nashville Palm said, "I've never seen anything quite as unique as the Boot Campaign, and I've seen a lot!" more on this story

The Danvilles Release Free Album

(Merrified Records) Earlier this year, The Danvilles released their EP, "East." After that, they hit the studio again. And after many long hours working and crafting their musical skills, the guys dropped a following EP, "West," on Christmas Day. Now the boys are back and looking to give 2011 a kick start.

Released on New Years Day, the Danvilles have released their first full length LP, "The Danvilles." Available as a FREE download, all you have to do is click here and get ready to be blown away.

Embrace the new year the right way with some free new tunes. Check out The Danvilles first full length LP, "The Danvilles," for a great gateway into what they have in store for you in the upcoming months.

The A-List: New York Returning This Fall

Logo's docu-reality series "The A-List: New York" has been renewed for a second season beginning in the fall, 2011.

Season one of "The A-List: New York" currently ranks as the second most-watched series in Logo's history. Production is slated to begin shortly on 11 new, 1-hour episodes.

The new season will pick up where the volatile first season left off, following provocative storylines like Reichen and Rodiney's relationship, Austin's attempts to stir the pot and Ryan and partner struggle to adopt a child. The drama returns this fall on Logo. more on this story

Joan Armatrading Live Releases Announced

429 Records have announced that "Joan Armatrading Live at Royal Albert Hall" will be available on both on a 10-track CD and a deluxe CD/DVD combo package on February 22nd.

Joan Armatrading Live At Royal Albert Hall was filmed and recorded live during the artist's triumphant appearance at the UK's most prestigious venue last spring. The incredible evening was a highlight of Armatrading's world tour promoting the release of her new album "This Charming Life."

Described by the Boston Phoenix as "possibly her most electric album in her nearly 40-year career…Armatrading at her most enthusiastic and self-assured"—the new recording is the follow up to her much lauded foray into blues rock traditions, the Grammy-nominated 2007 "Into The Blues." more on this story

A Classic Education Map Out US Tour Dates With British Sea Power

A Classic Education have announced tour dates including shows with British Sea Power and SXSW.

When Italy's A Classic Education was in the States for last year's CMJ festival, they popped over to Philly for a Shaking Through session and shared insights into their creative processes along with some new music.

Singer/guitarist Jonathan Clancy and his fearless indie pop outfit bravely came all the way to the Philadelphia to record a session for Shaking Through. more on this story