Prince's Revolution Band Reunite For Special Event

Prince & The Revolution enthusiasts came from thousands of miles, as far away as Spain and New Zealand to California and New York, to see the iconic band perform together for the first time in years. more on this story

Justin Bieber Vs Joustin' Beaver

(TMZ) Justin Bieber is upset over a Beaver ... TMZ has learned. Let us explain. A company called RC3 has created a mobile app called Joustin' Beaver. The app is a cartoon game, in which the user floats down a river, defending Joustin' from the phot-hogs.

Of course, the Beev looks like Biebs, and that has rankled him so, his lawyers have fired off a cease and desist letter to RC3, demanding they cease production and sales, stat. Lawyers for Justin (the person) want the app removed from iTunes and they want an accounting of all revenues collected by RC3.

But RC3 says hogwash and will continue selling the 99 cent app, claiming it's a parody and therefore protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution. more on this story

Paris Hilton's Drunk Text Leaks

(popmusiclife) Paris Hilton is making some viral headlines with the posting of her new video, "Drunk Text."

The techno dance track features Paris talking over the song as she describes her nightclub flirting rituals.

The song is a collaboration between Hilton and the Colorado-based production duo Manufactured Superstars, who are reportedly none too pleased with the video's leak and the ensuing hyper-negative reaction it's been getting. Listen here.

Kylie Minogue Begins Recording New Album

(popmusiclife) Kylie Minogue has begun recording her 12th studio album. "'I have started on new music already. It should be ready for 2013," Kylie told Metro UK.

For the new project, Minogue says she's teaming up with some key personnel. "It's a few different people," she said, refusing to name names but promising fans her new offering is "really exciting and different."

Next, Kylie heads home as the next part of her K25 celebrations to play her first Sydney Mardi Gras in 14 years. more on this story

Rufus Wainwright Hitting The Road For New Album

Rufus Wainwright will release his seventh studio album, Out of the Game, on May 1st via Decca.

The Mark Ronson-produced album will be supported with appearances around the world, including select U.S. live concerts confirmed for May.

2012 is an exciting one in the career of the Grammy nominated singer/songwriter. His long-awaited opera "Prima Donna" opened at BAM in Brooklyn on February 19th, followed by a music video shoot slated for early March in London for title track and first single "Out of the Game." A labor of love for both Wainwright and Ronson, Rufus calls his new album, "the most pop album I've ever made," while Ronson stated, "it's the best work of my career." Recorded in Brooklyn, New York in the fall of 2011, the twelve songs are hook-laden, memorably arranged tracks reminiscent of Rufus' early work. more on this story

Charlie Sheen's Ex Brooke Mueller Hit With Drug and Assault Charges

(TMZ) Brooke Mueller has been charged with felony possession of cocaine with intent to distribute stemming from her December 2 arrest in Aspen, Colorado ... TMZ has learned.

Brooke has been charged with one count of having MORE than 4 grams of cocaine ... but prosecutors have covered themselves by filing another count -- possessing LESS than 4 grams, in case there's a problem with the measurement.

The amount of coke Brooke allegedly possessed determines the penalty ... if she's convicted. For more than 4 grams, Brooke could face 6 years in prison. For less than 4 grams, she'd face 18 months in prison.

Brooke is also charged with assaulting a woman earlier that night ... which allegedly resulted in bodily injury. more on this story

Delta Spirit Album New Previews

Delta Spirit are teasing fans with the release of a video for Empty House, the opening track from their self-titled album which will be released on March 13.

The video can be viewed here and fans will get a chance to listen to album in its entirety through a First Listen exclusive with RollingStone.com starting February 27.

In support of their forthcoming release, Delta Spirit fans can hear un-released songs at a Brooklyn, NY Pub Crawl/Album Premiere event on Saturday, February 25. more on this story

Biggest Loser Cut Two Striking Contestants

(TMZ) The "Biggest Loser" has trimmed some serious fat ... TMZ has learned TWO of the contestants who walked off the set this week have been cut loose for good ... and the show will continue without them.

TMZ has obtained photos taken today at the "Loser" ranch ... where production has resumed following a mass mutiny this week. TMZ broke the story ... several competitors stormed off the show in protest after getting word about a possible game "twist" that would give previously eliminated losers a shot at the $250k prize.

Sources connected to the show tell us ... producers are considering using the mutiny as a story point. NBC is still refusing to comment on the situation. more on this story

The Day Roberta Flack Took Killing Me Softly To The Top

(Gibson) On this Day in 1973, Roberta Flack had her second U.S. no. 1 when "Killing Me Softly with His Song," started a five-week run at the top. The song was written about U.S. singer-songwriter Don McLean. Gibson takes a look back:

n the history of rock and roll, there are legions of songs penned by one musician in tribute to another. One of the most famous is Don McLean's "American Pie," which honored late rock greats Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper died. Almost as famous as that tune was a song written about McLean, "Killing Me Softly with His Song," which became a #1 hit for soul singer Roberta Flack on this day in 1973.

But it wasn't Flack who wrote the song. In fact, she wasn't even the first singer to record it. The idea for the song (or at least the title phrase) came to co-writer Norman Gimbel a few years before anyone even knew who McLean was. He explained the initial inspiration in a book titled The Craft of Lyric Writing.

"I came to California in the mid-'60s. I was introduced to the Argentinean-born composer named Lalo Schifrin (then of Mission Impossible fame). I ended up writing songs to a number of his motion pictures," he said. "I suggested we write a Broadway musical together. He gave me an Argentinean novel translated into English from the Spanish to read as a possible idea. Suffice it to say, we never made a musical from the book – but in one of the chapters, the principal character describes himself as sitting alone in a bar drinking and listening to an American pianist 'killing me softly with his blues.'" more on this story

Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Star Nose Job Harassment

(TMZ) "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Dr. Paul Nassif claims a dissatisfied nose job patient has been harassing and threatening him to the point the cops are now involved and Nassif is asking for court protection.

Nassif -- a cosmetic surgeon who is married to "Housewives" star Adrienne Maloof -- performed all sorts of schnoz work on Roman Melikov. Mr. Melikov didn't like the results, to say the least.

According to the police report, Nassif claims Melikov incessantly called his office, demanding to speak with him and threatening, "If I don't get to f**king talk to Dr. Nassif, I will just show up and f**king wait for him to talk to me because he needs to f**king pay for this!"

And Melikov left voicemails for Nassif, referring to himself as a "psycho." Melikov also said he would come to Bev Hills to "have Nassif's wife help him out of pity."

Nassif's employees fear Melikov is mentally unstable and could come to the office "and do something crazy."

Nassif wants a restraining order, keeping Melikov away from him and his family. As for Melikov, he wants a $26,000 refund.

We spoke with Melikov, who told us Nassif screwed up his nose. The swelling didn't go down for 2 years. And the 25-year-old businessman tells us his nose is now bigger and ugly. more on this story

Shaq's Ex Pulling for Kobe Bryant and His Wife

(TMZ) Not everyone hates Kobe Bryant's wife ... in fact, she has a pretty big fan in Shaunie O'Neal -- Shaq's ex-wife -- who tells TMZ she "LOVES" that the Bryants seem to be reconciling.

Shaunie -- the executive producer of VH1's "Basketball Wives" -- was leaving MyStudio last night when we asked about the photo of Kobe and Vanessa kissing after a recent Lakers game.

"I think it's wonderful ... too much energy to be angry ... some situations are worse than others, but I love it."

TMZ broke the story ... Vanessa filed for divorce back in December ... but we're told Kobe is trying like hell to win her back.

Shaunie has spent A LOT of time around the Bryants over the years ... especially Vanessa ... since Shaq spent 8 years as Kobe's teammate on the L.A. Lakers. more on this story

Chris Bosh Headed To Another Kind of Court After NBA All Star Game

(TMZ) Chris Bosh says his baby mama is doing everything she can to destroy his relationship with his daughter -- and the latest evidence is that she will only let Chris see the child a grand total of 22 hours in February.

Bosh -- who is slated to play in the All-Star Game Sunday in Orlando -- will be in an Orlando family court first thing Monday morning, asking a judge to either force Allison Mathis to give him "meaningful time" with his 3-year-old daughter or hold Mathis in contempt for denying him that.

According to the docs, Mathis is supposed to hand the child over to Chris 12 days a month, but it hasn't happened ... not even close.

From one court to another ... more on this story

Michael Lohan Picks Radio Station Gig over Burger King Job

(TMZ) Michael Lohan and The Whopper weren't meant to be after all ... TMZ has learned Lindsay's dad has decided to pass on the Burger King gig ... and instead, he's accepted a job at a Miami radio station.

TMZ broke the story ... the treatment center where Lohan is seeking court-ordered counseling told Michael to get a job to help transition back into normal functioning society.

(Reminder: Mike was ordered to complete treatment as part of his plea deal in his domestic violence case)

Mike had initially applied to BK ... but he's since found a better gig with the WiLD 95.5 radio station in Palm Beach, FL. We're told Mike will primarily take on the grunt work ... but we wouldn't be surprised if they featured him on air from time to time.

The pay isn't bad either -- $8.25 an hour ... 50 cents more than he would've made at Burger King.

But he won't be spending it all in one place ... or at all ... 'cause we're told MiLo is planning to donate his entire paycheck to charity. more on this story

Dr. Conrad Murray's Girlfriend Pleas For His Freedom

(TMZ) Dr. Conrad Murray's girlfriend is begging the courts to let him out of jail pending his appeal ... claiming he's a "good father" to their toddler.

Nicole Alvarez filed a declaration of support for Murray today ... in which she says if Murray is released he will live with her and their 2-year-old son in Santa Monica.

It's not the most powerful or emotional letter. Alvarez says, "Dr. Murray is the father of my child" -- and adds ... he "has been our primary source of support."

It's unclear how much support Murray can provide now -- considering his medical license has been revoked.

Murray's hearing for bail pending appeal of his manslaughter conviction is scheduled for tomorrow morning in downtown L.A. more on this story

Pastor's Take On Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston's Family Feud

(TMZ) Whitney Houston's eulogist dropped some wisdom -- of Biblical proportions -- on Bobby Brown ... in attempt to settle the ongoing feud with Whitney's family.

Pastor Marvin Winans flew into LAX yesterday ... and when we asked about Bobby getting booted from the funeral he said, "What I know is, Bobby did really love Whitney -- and Whitney really loved Bobby."

Marvin added he knows most issues can't be resolved in 20 minutes -- a la TV's "Ozzie and Harriet" -- but says Whitney's death can teach everyone ... especially Bobby ... an important lesson. more on this story

Teen Mom Being Released From Jail Today

(TMZ) It's been over two months since "Teen Mom" star Amber Portwood was locked up for drug possession -- but TMZ has learned, she's set to be released from jail TODAY ... though it's not exactly a good thing.

Law enforcement sources tell us, the Indiana judge in her drug case is going to release Amber today for one reason and one reason only -- the halfway house where Amber was supposed to complete a drug treatment program has refused to accept her.

According to sources, people at the transitional home -- called Sister 2 Sister Ministries -- felt Portwood is too much of a handful and embodies too much negative energy to benefit from its program.

Since no one else wants her -- the judge decided to release her today ... with an electronic monitoring bracelet.

But Amber's not out of the woods -- we're told the judge will still require her to apply for residency at another home ... but that process could take months.

Amber will remain on home detention until a different drug treatment program accepts her. more on this story