Octomom Vs 3rd Rock Star

Attempts to reach Johnston's reps were unsuccessful. more on this story

Marc Mysterio v Brandy Case Settled

Marc Mysterio v Brandy Norwood lawsuit has been settled. Mysterio brought suit against the former Dancing with the Stars contestant claiming that he paid Norwood $10,000 to provide two verses as her Timbaland-created rap alter-ego, Bran'Nu, for a track for his upcoming album and her manager reportedly backed out of the deal.

Pop Eater reported at the time the lawsuit was filed that Brandy's manager and cousin Ryan Ramsey phoned Mysterio and reportedly told him, "Yo Marc, listen, we just had a meeting with Universal and we tryin' to wrap up her new album deal with them and we have an issue now cuz we went over all the features she had lined up and they won't sign the deal with us if she follows through on your song cause they don't want her rapping over a dance record since they weren't happy with how her Bran'Nu tracks on Timbaland's album went down, so we gotta back out on this one."

Norwood's motion to have the case dismissed failed and the matter was scheduled to go to trial on August 3rd, 2011, according to a source close to the case. VH1 Camera crews also reportedly recorded the meeting between Marc Mysterio and Brandy, which Mysterio planned to use in his case. "The videotapes from VH1 TV of us talking will be in court and out in the public soon enough, so it will be very clear how far along that project was," Mysterio told Singersroom. With the case not going to trial, it's unlikely the public will be able to see the footage unless VH1 decides to use it.

Now with the case settled, Mysterio is focusing on his forthcoming album 'Redemption' and releasing new music through his new deal with Song Music. The first single under the new deal is called 'All Wrong' which features MTV Europe Award Winner and Platinum Artist Karl Wolf & Jamie Sparks.

You can check out the 'All Wrong' here

Bow Wow Name Left Off Child's Birth Certificate

(TMZ) Bow Wow's baby mama was so pissed that he was MIA during the birth of their baby, and the days that followed -- she 86'd him from the baby's birth certificate.

Joie Chavis tells TMZ ... she was shocked that B.W. wasn't there for her when she went under the knife for an emergency C-section on April 27. And if Bow Wow's excuse was squeamishness, it didn't explain his absence in the days that followed.

He finally showed up on the 6th day of the baby's life, to take them home. Pissed as she was, Joie tells us Bow Wow has turned it around and now is all about baby Shai.

Joie says she's now willing to let bygones be bygones and put Bow Wow on the document, but it's going to take a judge to make that happen. more on this story

Wilson Phillips Star Facing Foreclosure

(TMZ) A member 90s pop trio Wilson Phillips -- who recently appeared in "Bridesmaids" this year -- is DAYS away from losing her L.A. home, TMZ has learned.

According to foreclosure docs, filed recently in the L.A. County Recorder's Office, singer Carnie Wilson has defaulted on her mortgage -- and still owes over $1.6 million on her house.

According to the docs, Carnie has until July 21st to pull off a miracle and pay the bills -- because that's when her house is scheduled to go on auction. A rep for Carnie had no comment.

"Hold on for one more day." more on this story

Cold War Kids Announce Fall Tour

(FCM) Cold War Kids have announced fall tour dates for the second leg of their North American headlining tour in support of their 2011 release, Mine Is Yours.

Dates start September 6th at the Marquee Theatre and conclude on November 7th at DC's historic 9:30 Club.

Upcoming tour dates also include major music festival performances such as Lollapalooza (Chicago, IL), FYF Fest (Los Angles, CA), and Austin City Limits Music Festival (Austin, TX). more on this story

Justin Moore Radio

(PR) Slacker has announced the launch of Justin Moore Radio, a radio station featuring songs from the country music artist from Poyen, Arkansas and songs that have inspired his traditional country and Southern rock sound, along with comments and introductions from Justin himself.

Songs from Justin's career are featured on the station including those from his latest chart-topping album Outlaws Like Me. Justin Moore Radio is now available for free in the Artist Showcase section of the Slacker Radio application on the web, for the iPad, on home entertainment devices and on all leading smartphones.

Artist Showcase is a special category that can be found on any Slacker Radio application and includes artist stations unique to Slacker Radio, featuring a wide range of artists and genres. more on this story

The Vaccines Release New Video and Announce US Tour

Sony Music sent over word that The Vaccines have announced their first ever U.S. headlining tour that will take place this fall with support acts, Tennis and Young Buffalo .

The Vaccines' new video "Norgaard" premiered on VEVO.com yesterday. The video features Amanda Norgaard, the Danish model who inspired the song. Frontman Justin Young says he wrote the song after a night out - "it's fun. I love the melody, it's uplifting." Check it out here

The Vaccines will bring their music to fans with their first show on September 8th in Seattle, WA and ending a 14 date run on October 1st in Brooklyn, NY, including a performance at Austin City Limits on September 18th in Austin. more on this story

Vinny Returns To Jersey Shore?

(TMZ) Vinny Guadagnino -- who bailed on "Jersey Shore" last week after getting in a fight with a cast member -- had dinner this weekend with the rest of the cast, and might be returning to the house.

TMZ broke the story last weekend that Vinny was burned out with the show and left for good -- returning to his home in Staten Island.

Although almost everyone affiliated with the show was none-too-sad to see him leave, apparently some have had a change of heart. We're told the cast is actually going to lobby tonight for Vinny to return.

They plan on going clubbing after dinner -- so assuming no one gets knocked out ... it could be the rapprochement that makes for a decent storyline.

Stay tuned ... more on this story

Shakespeare's Globe London Cinema Series To Present Henry IV Part 1

(Scoop) Shakespeare's Globe London Cinema Series continues with the London Globe Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Henry IV Part 1 starring Roger Allam, who won the Best Actor Olivier Award for his definitive performance as Falstaff in this production.

Henry IV Part 1 will be shown in select movie theaters across the U.S. at 6:30 p.m. local time on Monday, August 1. Shakespeare's Globe London Cinema Series, a stage-to-cinema presentation by NCM Fathom, Globe Theatre and Arts Alliance Media, is an exclusive four-part in-theater series of the most classic of Shakespeare titles in U.S. movie theaters nationwide this summer and fall.

Tickets for Shakespeare's Globe London Cinema Series are available at participating theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com. For a complete list of theater locations, prices and additional information, visit the Fathom website (theaters and participants are subject to change). more on this story

Fire at Rihanna Concert- Katy Perry Poisoned- Demi Lovato To Debut New Song Tomorrow- Adam Levine and Christina Aguilera Plan Video- more

(Billboard) Rihanna, currently on her Loud tour, abruptly ended her concert in Dallas on Friday night (July 8) after a fire broke out right above the stage at the American Airlines Center. The show began without any problems until a light above the R&B singer caught on fire more including video here

(FMQB) An attack of food poisoning leading to severe dehydration forced Katy Perry to postpone her Thursday night concert in Chicago, as well as this Saturday's show in St. Paul, MN. Promoters have rescheduled the shows for August 21 in Chicago and August 23 in St. Paul, in the same venues. more

(FMQB) On Tuesday, Demi Lovato will debut her new single, "Skyscraper," on Ryan Seacrest's radio show. The singer also will call in to chat with Seacrest about the track. It marks Lovato's first big release of any kind since leaving a rehab treatment facility earlier this year. more

(BBC) Ryan O'Neal is sued by the University of Texas over ownership of an Andy Warhol portrait of the actor's longtime companion, Farrah Fawcett. more

(Billboard) David Beckham's spokesman said that the soccer star's wife Victoria has given birth to a healthy baby girl on Sunday. more

(FMQB) Adam Levine and fellow Voice coach Christina Aguilera already collaborated on the song "Moves Like Jagger," and now they're getting ready to film the video. more

(Reuters) Chris Young is shedding his signature black cowboy hat so audiences can see the singer behind a string of country music hits. "The biggest reason I decided to stop wearing it during my concerts is so people can see my face. I thought I'd try it for one show, and found that I enjoy going without it," the 26-year-old Grammy-nominated singer said. more

Dancing With the Stars Champ Arrested

(TMZ) Hines Ward -- star wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers and reigning "Dancing With the Stars" champion -- was arrested Saturday morning for driving under the influence of alcohol ... TMZ has learned.

According to DeKalb police, Ward was stopped about 2:30 AM on Buford Highway after an officer spotted his Aston Martin failing to maintain lane and hitting a curb.

Ward reportedly failed a field sobriety test and refused to take a breathalyzer test. He posted $1,000 bond and was released. more

In a later story TMZ reported that Ward says when all the facts come out, they'll show he didn't drive while drunk.

Ward's manager, Andrew Ree, tells TMZ, "He cooperated fully with the police and truthfully answered all of their questions. We are currently in the process of ascertaining all the facts. From our preliminary investigation we can tell you that we are confident that the facts will show that Hines was NOT impaired by alcohol while driving.

He went on to say, "However, Hines is deeply saddened by this incident and apologizes to his fans and the Steelers organization for this distraction." more on this story

Dog the Bounty Hunter Bar Raid Turns Bloody

(TMZ) Dog the Bounty Hunter was at the center of violent bar brawl Thursday night in Colorado -- and according to sources on the scene, Dog's security guard sent a guy to the hospital ... where he got 15 stitches.

TMZ spoke to the owner of La Montana Linda Restaurant in Breckenridge, Colorado -- and he tells us, Dog and his crew raided the place looking for the owner's father ... who allegedly jumped bail on breaking and entering charges.

According to the owner -- named Luke -- Dog barged in out of nowhere and confronted Luke's mom about the target ... and was extremely disrespectful.

Luke stepped in to calm things down -- but several customers had already taken offense at Dog's behavior and got in Dog's face ... at which point the bounty hunter's hired muscle jumped into action.

We're told one of the customers sprayed the security guard in the face with cleaning fluid -- and the big man lashed back with haymaker to the customer's face ... leaving a gash that required 15 stitches.

We're told the fight got so nuts -- it resembled a "saloon brawl" from a Wild West movie ... someone even threw a potted plant.

Cops showed up soon after -- but no arrests were made. According to law enforcement, the situation is still under investigation.

So far, no official word from Dog's people. more on this story

Buena Vista Social Club Star Dies

(Gibson) Manuel Galban, the Cuban guitar great who helped Buena Vista Social Club rise to prominence, died last week (July 7) in Havana after suffering a heart attack. He was 80 years old.

Born in Gibara, Cuba in 1931, Galbán saw his career hit its stride in the late '50s, after he settled in Havana and began playing bars and clubs. Essentially self-taught, he became one of the first guitarists to use his right hand to mute the strings and create dry tones, moving the guitar's sound closer to that of a percussive instrument.

In 1963, he joined Los Zafiros, a vocal group that combined traditional Cuban styles with bolero, doo-wop, calypso, bossa nova and rock. That fusion transformed Los Zafiros into one of the most popular Cuban groups of all time. more on this story

Prosecutor on Willie Nelson's Side in Pot Bust?

(TMZ) Willie Nelson's fortunes may have changed dramatically ... the guy who's prosecuting him for pot possession is not going along with the judge who wants to nail the singer ... and Willie could walk.

The judge in Wilie's Texas marijuana case rejected a plea deal struck between Willie and the D.A. in which Willie would have paid $500 and the case would have gone away. The judge felt the deal reeked of celebrity justice so he told them to come up with a stronger punishment -- with a maximum of one year in jail.

But sources connected with the case tell TMZ ... there's a "strong possibility" the prosecutor will not recommend a stronger punishment, but instead just sit on the case until it's dismissed for lack of prosecution.

Call it defiant, but the prosecutor is riding a wave in Texas to treat marijuana possession for what it is ... and not fill the overcrowded jails with recreational potheads. more on this story

MxPx Working On New Album

(KM) MxPx are currently in the studio laying down tracks for their forthcoming ninth full-length album.

The yet to be named album is the formal follow-up to 2007's Secret Weapon (Tooth & Nail Records), and it's something of a triumphant return to form for the band.

Self-produced by Herrera at his Monkey Trench Studios in Bremerton, WA, the new material channels the fire and fervor of their classic album Life In General as well as Weapon's scope and sense of refinement for a combustible new combination. more on this story

Intruder at Halle Berry's Home

(TMZ) Halle Berry called 911 on Sunday, the second time she's done so this weekend, after she once again spotted an intruder on her property.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... when they arrived on scene, the intruder was gone. We're told three cars -- and even a helicopter -- showed up to investigate.

As we first reported, Halle got freaked out on Saturday when she spotted a man roaming around her property. The man in question could be a paparazzo ... as photogs are known to camp out on her block, waiting for a shot. more on this story

Emily's Army Announce New Tour Dates

(BBG) Emily's Army have completed a two-week West Coast tour and will now head to the East Coast for four live dates next month.

The are touring in support of their full-length debut Don't Be A Dick, which was released by Adeline Records on June 14th.

Hailing from the East Bay, Emily's Army is comprised of Max Becker on bass, Cole Becker on guitar, Travis Neumann on guitar, and drummer Joey Armstrong. At the ripe age of 15, 16, and 17 years old, the Oakland based band has already spent two years touring up and down the West Coast. more on this story

Nashville Star Winner Buddy Jewell Releases New Album

(Webster) The winner of USA Network's Nashville Star debut season, Buddy Jewell has released his latest album project "I Surrender All" and signs with Cathy Nakos of CN Productions for management direction.

Last year, Buddy formed his own label imprint, Diamond Dust Records, which was inspired by his dedication to our US troops and Christian charity organization Compassion International.

The debut single "Somebody Who Would Die For You," topped the Christian Country chart. His new single "Jesus, Elvis and Me" is shipping to Country, Gospel and Christian Country stations this month.

http://www.buddyjewell.com

Death Threats Against Casey Anthony, Her Attorneys and Jurors

(TMZ) Someone is threatening to kill Casey Anthony, her lawyers, and the jurors who found her 'not guilty' of murdering her daughter -- this according to Casey's attorney Cheney Mason.

Mason tells TMZ his team has been receiving "all kinds of threats" at his office since the controversial verdict came in ... including "one we just turned over to law enforcement."

There are reports Casey's parents are also being targeted and have gone into hiding.

For his part ... Mason doesn't seem worried. He laughed off the threats claiming the people behind them are simply "cowards." more on this story

Maria Shriver Extreme Home Makeover

(TMZ) Maria Shriver is all about out with the old and in with the new -- from her marital status to the house she just bought, Maria's changing everything.

As we first reported, Maria has purchased a home in Brentwood, CA near the family home which Arnold will get in the divorce.

Maria's new home -- which she bought for around $10 mil -- is 11,000 square feet, and every inch is being redone.

It will have 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a 3-car garage, a gym, theater and wine room. We're told the house will be completed in 3 months -- good luck with that.

Maria will get somewhere around $200 million in the divorce, so the house is pretty much a drop in the buck. more on this story

Singled Out: The Real Tuesday Weld's Tear Us Apart

Today Stephen Coates from The Real Tuesday Weld tells us about "Tear Us Apart" from their brand new album "The Last Werewolf," which is being released tomorrow! Here is the story:

All the songs on The Last Werewolf album are inspired by Glen Duncan's book The Last Werewolf, by its characters, relationships and situations. But they are also intended to communicate something wider, something more general and, despite the title, more human. In the case of "Tear us Apart" I wanted to subvert the usual idea in pop songs that love does bad things to us - you know 'only love can break your heart', 'love will tear us apart' and so on.

Instead this song suggests that it is us, or something in us, that does these things to ourselves and to each other. So here, the werewolf, the monster, the alien, the evil twin is the thing which surfaces in a relationship after a while and tries to destroy it, to tear it apart.

I think I got the chorus whilst singing along to an old recording of Caruso I heard through the wall one day. It is often that way - sing along, forget what you were singing, fall asleep, wake up and start singing again and there you have it - a new or a recycled thing that seems new. Originally it almost sounded like something from a rave club but I toned it down a little because I am not keen on being to epic when it comes to love..

Of course the werewolf in the book does tear things. people, apart, but the greatest damage he does is to himself - he just can't help it, the most intense thing is ..to kill the thing you love.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself, learn more about the album and get the dates to their tour which also kicks off this week right here!