Katy Perry Ties With Rihanna

Katy now ties Rihanna's record for the most number 1's in the nearly 20-year history of Billboard's Nielsen BDS-based Mainstream Top 40 chart. more on this story

Snoop Dogg Reincarnated As Snoop Lion

If you were wondering why Snoop Dogg changed his name to Snoop Lion, there is an explaination and it all has to do with him going reggae. We were sent these details:

Snoop revealed the story behind his adopted moniker "Snoop Lion" – a title change that garnered massive press attention when announced through his social networks last week. The title was given to him by the revered Nyabinghi upon his arrival to the island. The name is derived from the Lion that appears on the Imperial Ethiopian flag and remains an honored symbol of former Ethiopian Emperor Halie Selassie I and the Rastafarians themselves.

"I didn't want to be Snoop Dogg on a reggae track...I wanted to bury Snoop Dogg and become Snoop Lion, but I didn't know that until I went to the temple and received the name Snoop Lion from the Nyabingi priest," said Snoop. "From that moment on, I started to understand why I was there and was able to create something magical in this [Reincarnated] project...something I haven't done before in my career." more on this story

Warrant Issued For Cuba Gooding Jr. Arrest

(TMZ) Cuba Gooding Jr. is a wanted man ... cops in New Orleans have issued an arrest warrant for the actor after he was accused of shoving a female bartender early Tuesday morning ... TMZ has learned.

The New Orleans Police Department tells TMZ ... a misdemeanor battery warrant was issued after cops received a complaint that Cuba got physical at The Old Absinthe House on Bourbon Street around 2:00 AM.

A witness at the bar tells us ... the "Jerry Maguire" actor became upset with some bar patrons who recognized him and had been taking pictures.

We're told Cuba began cussing at the people ... so a female bartender approached the actor and asked him to leave.

But the witness says Cuba didn't go quietly ... and shoved the bartender against a wall.

Someone called 911... but no arrests were made at the scene.

Now, cops are under orders to arrest Cuba on sight.

Cuba is currently in New Orleans to film "The Butler" with Oprah Winfrey.

A rep for CGJ had no comment. more on this story

Help Dave Matthews Band Make A Video

The Dave Matthews Band have called on fans to take part in the creation of a music video for their latest single, "Mercy."

Individuals who complete one (or more) easy-to-follow photo and/or video tasks may find their images featured within the unique, fan based music video. Details are posted here.

One lucky fan who enters will win a trip to the final show of Dave Matthews Band's summer tour, which will take place at Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, CA on September 9. Fans do not need to contribute to the video in order to win. more on this story

Feist and Mastodon Release Feistodon Single and Video

Feist and Mastodon release a music video and the digital version of their 7" vinyl single "A Commotion" / "Black Tongue" yesterday.

The "Feistodon" split-single was one of the most in-demand exclusives during Record Store Day this past April. It features Feist's cover of Mastodon's "Black Tongue" and them returning the favor with a cover of Feist's "A Commotion" from 2011's Metals. Only 5000 color vinyl 7" singles were pressed up and sold out instantly.

A "Feistodon" music video, directed by Vice Cooler, can be viewed here. The video is launched by an HTML5 "Feistodon" video app that allows users to crossfade between Feist and Mastodon's versions of "A Commotion" allowing users to make their own unique versions. more on this story

Mariah Carey To Bring Humor To American Idol?

(Celebuzz) Mariah Carey may be known for her supposed outrageous diva demands, she once insisted "I don't do stairs", but who knew she has a wicked sense of humor, too?

The 42-year-old songstress is set to give American Idol a new lease on life, but according to her brother, the mother of two will bring a lot more than that to the ailing FOX show.

"Mariah is hysterically funny, and I don't think people really know that," the songstress' sibling, Morgan Carey, told Celebuzz.

"I think her fans and fans of the show will appreciate her sense of humor. She's classic." more on this story

No Doubt's Gwen Stefani Doubts She'll Go Solo Again

(popmusiclife) No Doubt return this fall with their sixth studio album and first in 11 years, "Push And Shove" which is due September 25, while the album's lead single, "Settle Down," is out now.

In a new interview with The Daily Record, Gwen Stefani was asked about the prospect of her going solo again.

"No, I don't think so. I was always thinking of that as a moment in time and you can never say never," she says. "But these last couple of years have been overwhelming for me, with having so much going on, and my husband being on tour, and just trying to do it all, which is not possible." more on this story

Nicki Minaj Delivers Pound The Alarm Video

(popmusiclife) Nicki Minaj has released her new music video for the song "Pound The Alarm," the latest single from her current album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded."

Directed by Benny Boom, the video was filmed in Minaj's home country of Trinidad and Tobago.

Minaj is in full Carnival dancer mode and attire as she dances through the streets before fireworks erupt. Watch it here.

Jamey Johnson Recruits Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, George Strait And More

Jamey Johnson will released 'Livin' For a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran' on October 16th which feature guest appearances from Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Kris Kristofferson, George Strait, Emmylou Harris, Alison Krauss, Elvis Costello, Ray Price, Ronnie Dunn, Vince Gill, Lee Ann Womack and Others. We were sent these details:

In an homage befitting an American master who had songs on the country charts for nearly half a century, the Buddy Cannon-produced album will be available first on vinyl beginning Sept. 25.

Cochran, who died at age 74 in 2010, is considered one of the greatest songwriters in the history of country music. He helped create the template for writing the perfect country song and had an uncanny knack for capturing the gut-wrenching depths of heartache so powerfully, yet so simply. more on this story

M83 Kick Off North American Tour Tonight

M83 will kick off another extensive North American tour tonight at Philadelphia's Electric Factory.

The run includes a sold-out SummerStage show on August 8th in New York City's Central Park, performances at numerous festivals - including Lollapalooza, FYF Fest, Bumbershoot and the Austin City Limits Festival - and two nights at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City (10/2 & 3).

After its North American tour wraps up at the Treasure Island Music Festival in San Francisco, CA on October 14, M83 will play a series of European dates. more on this story

Men Without Hats Tour

Men Without Hats will be hitting the road later this year for a North American tour in support of their new album Love In The Age of War.

Love In The Age of War marked the band's their first album release in albums 10 years and features 10 original songs written by Ivan Doroschuk.

Produced by Dave "Rave" Ogilvie (Skinny Puppy, Marilyn Manson), Love In The Age of War features charismatic front man Ivan (voice & electronics), his brother Colin Doroschuk (vocals), as well as Lou Dawson (vocals & live keyboards), and James Love (guitars). more on this story

Celebrity Rehab's Shifty Shellshock Ordered To Stay Away From Ex

(TMZ) Former "Celebrity Rehab" star Shifty Shellshock has been ordered to stay away from his ex-girlfriend, after allegedly roughing her up at a Ross Dress For Less back in February -- TMZ has learned.

We broke the story ... Shifty (real name Seth Binzer) was arrested at the discount clothing store after an employee claims he witnessed Shifty grab his girlfriend by the arm during a heated argument ... and get violent with her.

When cops arrived, they searched Shifty -- and claim they found rock cocaine. The former Crazy Town singer was arrested on the scene, and subsequently charged with battery and drug possession.

Shifty pled no contest to both charges today. He was sentenced to three years probation for the drug count, and ordered to stay away from his ex for 3 years on the battery count. He was also ordered to attend 52 weeks of domestic violence counseling.

But the guy's not letting the situation get him down -- in fact, we shot Shifty this Sunday in L.A. and he's completely turning his life around ... telling us, "I'm good. I'm clean. I'm happy."

The guy's even gained a few pounds, adding, "I'm eating. It happens when you stop doing drugs." more on this story

Batman Massacre Survivor Says James Holmes Deserves Painful Death

(TMZ) "Batman" shooter James Holmes doesn't just deserve the death penalty ... he deserves the worst, most painful death possible -- so says one of the survivors of the massacre.

22-year-old Carli Richards -- whom Holmes shot in the back with a shotgun -- tells TMZ, "I think death by firing squad would be totally justified ... Just injecting him is painless."

She says, "I had enough needles in me that night to know that a needle isn't that bad. I want him to see what it feels like ... I wish someone would shoot him and let him bleed out."

She adds, "He shot me with stuff they use to shoot birds and deer. I want him to feel what it's like to feel that helpless."

Thankfully, Carli and her boyfriend made it to safety before Holmes could kill them -- but Carli says she's still in a lot of pain, and can't go back to work yet with her current injuries.

Carli is the second person affected by the massacre to call for Holmes' death. TMZ broke the story yesterday, the husband of a woman killed in the shooting also demanded the death penalty.

It's worth nothing because prosecutors have said they will only consider pursuing the death penalty with support from the victims' families.

Holmes was charged Monday with 142 crimes stemming from the Colorado shooting -- including 24 1st degree murder counts, and 116 counts of attempted murder.

If he's found guilty of 1st degree murder, he faces the death penalty by lethal injection. more on this story

Dennis Rodman Releasing Children's Book

(TMZ) What do Katie Couric, Gloria Estefan, Jamie Lee Curits and Dennis Rodman all have in common? If you said "They've all been photographed in a wedding dress!" ... you're correct. But we also would have accepted ... they have all written children's books.

That's right ... the NBA Hall of Famer and occasional crossdresser is releasing his own book for kids called "Dennis The Wild Bull" .. set to be released sometime later this year.

Dennis and his people are tight-lipped about the premise, but the book's website says it will "convey good lessons to children based on Dennis' own experiences as a world class athlete while overcoming obstacles as a child."

Dennis recently reconnected with his father ... and we're told he's been re-motivated to strengthen his relationship with his own children ... and believes this book will help the process.

And they all lived happily ever after ... hopefully. more on this story

Passions Star Brook Kerr Files For Divorce After Long Separation

(TMZ) "Passions" star Brook Kerr is pulling the plug on her marriage, TMZ has learned.

Brook filed the docs in L.A. County Superior Court last month against husband Christopher Warren, citing irreconcilable differences. The couple married 22 years ago, but separated in 2009.

Fun fact: the couple only has one son ... 22-year-old Chris Warren Jr. ... who starred in all three "High School Musicals."

Fun fact #2: Brook was originally cast as Tara in "True Blood," but was eventually replaced by Rutina Wesley. more on this story

Katherine Willing To Share Guardianship of Michael Jackson's Kids

(TMZ) Katherine Jackson says she's had a change of heart ... and is now ready to SPLIT guardianship of MJ's 3 children with her grandson TJ.

Katherine's attorney, Perry Sanders, told TMZ last week that TJ and Katherine will file a request for JOINT GUARDIANSHIP with the court... and they expect it will be approved.

Perry tells us, "That pleading will essentially now legally reflect how Mrs. Jackson and TJ have often shared responsibilities of raising the children since Michael Jackson's tragic passing."

Katherine's lawyer says the new arrangement "reflected the wishes of [Michael Jackson's] children" ... Paris, Prince and Blanket.

If the court grants the joint request, Katherine's lawyer says TJ will be able to assume a lot of the day-to-day responsibilities that have been stressing Katherine out ... including management of household personnel and security.

"It will also make clear for school personnel and anyone else coming into contact with the children that TJ is authorized to act on their behalf," Perry tells TMZ.

"Mrs. Jackson will then be freed up to focus on the more personal everyday decision making related to the lives and activities of the children."

Katherine's lawyer says the agreement would still empower Katherine to CONTROL THE FAMILY'S ALLOWANCE ... which is $70k per month.

The arrangement also seems to make TJ a shoo-in to become the SOLE guardian of the children if Katherine dies while they are still minors.

Katherine's lawyer concludes, "Mrs. Jackson is extremely pleased with the prospect of enjoying the pleasure of raising Michael's children without the day to day tedium of items such as managing the large staff that goes with such a high profile family and focus her attention on being a grandmother and raising Michael's children." more on this story

Evelyn Lozada Stuck With Ochocinco For Now

(TMZ) OCHOCINCO, PARTY OF ONE ... is what Evelyn Lozada will be saying for the next few weeks, since she's currently the only Ochocinco left in her family. Let us explain ..

When the "Basketball Wives" star got married in early July, she changed her last name to Ochocino to match her NFL star husband, Chad Ochocinco. A few weeks later, Chad went ahead with his pre-planned move to switch his name back to Johnson and Evelyn planned to change her name to Johnson as well, post-wedding.

Unfortunately, we're told Lozada has not received her official marriage paperwork yet ... and she can't legally change her name to match his until it comes in.

To make things even more complicated ... our sources say Chad still wants Ocho to be part of his life, so he's adding the Ochocinco BACK to his name (before the "Johnson") after the football season.

After all the name-changing is said and done, he's going to be "Chad Javon Ochocinco Johnson" and in a show of support, Evelyn will become "Evelyn Alexandra Lozada Ochocinco Johnson." Wow.

Good luck naming your kids, guys. more on this story

Wolf Gang and The Royal Concept Tour

Wolf Gang will be hitting the road this fall for a North American headline tour which will feature support from The Royal Concept.

The dates begin October 1st at West Hollywood's legendary Troubadour and then continue through early November.

The upcoming tour – which heralds Wolf Gang's debut album, "Suego Faults" – comes hot on the heels of the band's recent run of U.S. arenas supporting Coldplay. "We had the most amazing time," says Wolf Gang's Max McElligott of the Coldplay trek. "It really exceeded our expectation of how it would be, which was already pretty high! I genuinely think that the crowds we played to enjoyed our set, we had a really positive response on our Twitter and Facebook, and each night we would go and do a meet-and-greet for whoever wanted to come and say hi, we were kind of taken aback at how many people turned up each night!" more on this story