Mother Reprimands Potty Mouthed Justin Bieber

We're told the woman ... a mother of 2 ... walked over and asked Justin to "stop yelling curse words and using that kind of language on a plane. It's not appropriate." more on this story

Big Brother's Willie Hantz Arrested

(TMZ) "Big Brother" villain Willie Hantz was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving Thursday morning ... just DAYS after he was kicked out of the "BB" house for attacking one of his co-stars. Hantz is the younger brother of "Survivor" villain Russell Hantz.

According to law enforcement, Hantz was arrested in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana at 2:07 AM for OWI -- operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Hantz is from Louisiana.

Hantz was kicked out of the BB house on July 20 after attempting to headbutt Joe during a heated exchange. In his mug shot, 34-year-old Hantz is still sporting the mohawk haircut he gave himself while inside the "Big Brother" house.

Update: The Lafayette City Police Department tells TMZ .. cops initially received a call about a fight in a parking lot near a bunch of bars.

When cops arrived, there was no fight ... but there WAS a big crowd. Cops tried to clear the scene ... when they noticed a yellow 2012 Camaro driving toward the back of the parking lot when everybody else was exiting.

Cops say they approached the vehicle ... but before they could get there, Willie swung open the door and started to run. After a "very short pursuit" ... Hantz was apprehended and arrested for OWI.

We're told Hantz refused a breathalyzer and a blood test to determine if he was over the legal limit. more on this story

Green Day Tribute Amy Winehouse

(Gibson) Green Day have written a song that pays homage to Amy Winehouse. As reported by NME.com, the band penned the track, titled "Amy," in response to the singer's death last year.

The song appears as the last track on iDos!, the second installment in Green Day's forthcoming album trilogy.

Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong told NME.com: "I didn't know [Winehouse]. I just thought it was a real tragic loss. I thought her music and her taste in music was so connected to old soul music … the original Motown and Otis Redding and Sam Cooke and things like that. And I think that was a major loss, because that was a generation's connection to that, and this was someone who should be here now. I just felt really sad." more on this story

Barry Gibb Returns To Stage Tonight

(Gibson) As Barry Gibb recovers from the recent loss of his brother Robin, he's announced that he'll be making his debut at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville today, July 27.

According to MusicRow.com, Gibb said: "I have dreamed of performing on the hallowed stage of the Opry since I was 12 years old, so this is a dream come true for me. There is no greater honor."

Darryl Worley, James Otto, Dailey & Vincent, Ricky Skaggs, are all also on the bill tonight according the venue website. more on this story

La Toya Objects To Jackson Family Feud

(TMZ) La Toya Jackson is a conscientious objector ... REFUSING to take part in the Jackson media war ... because she believes all of the PUBLIC feuding is damaging the family name.

La Toya -- who's not exactly shy when it comes to publicity -- has been noticeably absent from the media blitz surrounding Michael Jackson's kids and the MJ Estate.

We're told La Toya feels VERY STRONGLY that the most effective way to solve the family problems are NOT to attack each other in public ... but rather hash things out quietly ... and respectfully ... in private.

So whose side is she on? Sources say she's definitely NOT aligned with Janet, Randy, Jermaine and Rebbie ... and wasn't thrilled to see them camera-whoring all over TV this week.

Bottom line -- we're told La Toya wants what's best for Michael's kids ... and feels the quicker the family can stop making a public spectacle of themselves ... the better off the kids will be. more on this story

Dierks Bentley Set For New EP and Tour

Dierks Bentley will release his new four song digital EP, Country & Cold Cans, at iTunes on August 21st.

Produced by Jaren Johnston, the EP was inspired by the crowd-favorite title track and tour by the same name that recently wrapped legs in the US, Canada and Australia.

With the help of college students, Bentley will kick tailgating season off at three SEC campuses to celebrate the new music in a limited Country And Cold Cans: Back To College Tour with special guest The Cadillac Black. The tour begins at The University of Georgia (8/20) and continues to The University of South Carolina (8/21) and culminates in The Grove at The University of Mississippi (8/22).

"We thought we'd celebrate the end of summer and back to school with an EP of new material that's about cutting loose…it was really inspired by how young and crazy the fans on the Country & Cold Cans Tour were earlier this year," said Bentley. "I've written a lot with Jaren, and we thought it would be fun to get the guys in my band and a couple of cases of beer and go see what happens in the studio. I'm really happy with the tracks, and I think our crowd will dig it." more on this story

Pink Releases Blow Me (One Last Kiss) Video

(popmusiclife) Pink has released a new music video for "Blow Me (One Last Kiss)," which was directed by longtime collaborator Dave Meyers.

The song is the lead single from her forthcoming album, "The Truth About Love," which is due September 18.

The album will be available as both a standard and deluxe version, which will offer fans four additional bonus tracks. Watch it here.

Jennifer Lopez Releases New Video For Song With Flo Rida

(popmusiclife) Jennifer Lopez has released the video for "Goin' In" featuring Flo Rida, which was reportedly filmed in June and directed by Ace Norton.

The tune appears on J. Lo's first-ever greatest hits package, "Dance Again…the Hits," released this week, as well as being featured on the soundtrack from the dance film "Step Up Revolution," which hits theatres on Friday.

Lopez is currently on a North American tour with Enrique Iglesias; this weekend the pair play shows in Washington, DC (Sat) and Atlantic City (Sun). Watch the new video here.

Ben Kweller Delivers Jealous Girl Video

Ben Kweller has released the brand new music video from for his new single, "Jealous Girl.".

As the first visual from Ben's new album, Go Fly A Kite, a full-length released earlier this year through his own record label The Noise Company, the music video for "Jealous Girl" tells the story of an exciting summer romance that goes south rather quickly in a big way.

Also, the video features Ben's emergence into the hospitality game so keep your eye out for that here.

Il Volo To Launch North America Tour

Il Volo will be returning to North America next month to kick off a tour that will keep them on the road until early October.

The tour will include a series of 28 concerts and 4 Canadian shows that begin August 12th in Minneapolis with stops in major markets Including NY's Beacon Theatre on September 4th.

"We've traveled all over the world these last two years but love our American audiences," commented the group about their upcoming US tour. "We can't wait to come back and perform for our fans," they concluded. more on this story

Behind The Scenes With Sublime's Rome

Rome is not only a place, it's the name of a singer, who you might know as the frontman of Sublime with Rome.

Now Rome is getting ready to release a new solo EP and The Warner Sound is offering fans a chance to look behind the curtain.

Get to know Rome as he revisits his roots in Los Angeles and Orange County and find out about the making of his Dedication EP in this exclusive video on The Warner Sound here.

Old Crow Medicine Show Hit Career High With New Album

Old Crow Medicine Show scored a career high with the release of their fourth full-length studio album, Carry Me Back, which earned them their highest chart position ever.

Carry Me Back sold over 17,000 copies in its debut week, landing at #22 on the Billboard Albums Chart, leading to both the band's best ever sales week and their highest ever charting position. The album also was #1 on both the Bluegrass and Folk charts and is the #4 Country album in the nation.

The band just embarked on a tour in support of Carry Me Back, playing shows at capacity in multiple markets; the band will continue touring in the coming weeks, including a show this Saturday in Nashville with the reunited, original line-up of BR5-49 opening. The Lumineers and The Milk Carton Kids will serve as openers for other tour dates. more on this story

Family of Stuntman Killed On The Expendables 2 Set Sues

(TMZ) The family of a stuntman who was killed during an explosion on the set of "The Expendables 2" is suing producers ... claiming they failed to take proper safety precautions during a stunt-gone-wrong in Bulgaria.

According to the lawsuit, Kun Liu was shooting an action scene that took place on a rubber boat near the Ognyanovo Reservoir on October 27, 2011. The scene involved the use of high powered explosives and other "ultra-hazardous activities."

But something went horribly wrong ... and according to the suit, 26-year-old Liu was killed during the filming of the scene.

Liu's parents blame the production company, Millennium Films, and the stunt coordinator, Chad Stahelski ... and now they're suing both parties for wrongful death.

Liu's family believes they should be compensated for funeral expenses ... and for the loss of their son's "society, love, comfort, attention, services and support."

Liu's family is demanding more than $25k. more on this story

Simon Cowell Spends $500K On X Factor Finalist

(TMZ) You know you're rich when ... you spend $500,000 to upgrade 160 "X Factor" contestants to a "nicer" hotel simply because you felt like it -- like Simon Cowell just did.

It all went down in Miami ... where the 160 wannabes who made it past the audition rounds are competing for 32 coveted spots.

Sources tell us ... Cowell -- who created the show -- decided he wanted to reward the contestants for making it this far ... and didn't want them slumming in a "regular" hotel.

So he upgraded ALL of the contestants to the exclusive Mondrian Miami South Beach Hotel ... and promised to cover everyone's meals during the audition process.

We're told Simon's expecting the total bill to run somewhere in the $500k range ... which would probably sting ... if he wasn't a gazillionaire. more on this story

The Game's Wedding Is Back On

(TMZ) Talk about a roller coaster of emotion -- TMZ has learned, The Game's wedding is BACK ON ... despite being canceled just last week.

As we reported, Game's fiancee Tiffney Cambridge pulled the plug on the wedding last Thursday -- and the rapper said it was all his fault, tweeting, "The rumors are TRUE. The wedding is OFF. It's not her fault, it's mine! She's a GREAT woman."

But now, we're told the couple is giving things another shot and has decided to resume their wedding plans. According to sources, the new wedding date is in August.

As for the reality show that was supposed to cover the nuptials -- we're told that's back on too. more on this story

Tito Ortiz Calls Out Forrest Griffin

(TMZ) Tito Ortiz is coming out swinging against the guy that beat him into retirement -- telling TMZ, Forrest Griffin's use of testosterone before the fight sets a terrible example for kids ... and UFC fans in general.

In case you didn't know, Forrest underwent a controversial treatment before his July 7th bout against Tito Ortiz -- the final fight of Tito's 15-year career with UFC.

The treatment's called TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) and it's commonly been used by older MMA fighters, like Dan Henderson and Chael Sonnen. The treatment's said to boost testosterone levels in older fighters to that of a fighter in his 20s.

Proponents say the treatment levels the playing field among young and old fighters alike -- but Tito disagrees ... ripping Forrest for using TRT, saying, "I don't think it was a good thing to show our kids."

Tito added, "Setting a good example is doing the right thing. And that's being drug-free."

Now the big question, will Tito seek a rematch??? Watch the video to find out. more on this story

New England Patriots' Tom Brady Takes A Dive From Cliff

(TMZ) Tom Brady loves to put the future of the New England Patriots in jeopardy -- because last week, he partook in some extremely risky behavior for an NFL quarterback ... jumping off a MASSIVE waterfall in Costa Rica.

It all went down in Montezuma July 16 -- Tom, Gisele, and some buddies went swimming ... and subsequently decided to tempt fate by throwing themselves off a giant rock face.

Thankfully for Pats fans, Brady wasn't injured -- but we're guessing his coaches won't be pleased by the photographs.

Meanwhile, Eli Manning was probably taking a cute little nap. See the photos here.

Jackson Brothers Won't Let Feud Stop Concert

(TMZ) Nothing brings the Jackson brothers together like a payday -- TMZ has learned, Jermaine, Tito, Marlon, and Jackie still plan to perform a concert together tonight ... despite a war raging between Jermaine and the rest of his siblings.

As we reported, Tito, Marlon, and Jackie have drawn a line in the sand -- aligning themselves with the Michael Jackson estate ... while Randy and Jermaine continue to claim the estate is defrauding the family.

Now, sources close to the brothers tell TMZ, the Jackson Unity concert scheduled for tonight at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, CA will still take place as scheduled.

According to sources, the brothers have decided to put their problems aside for the sake of the fans.

We're guessing the paycheck doesn't hurt either. more on this story

Tito Lopez's Video Blues

Rapper Tito Lopez has released a new music video for his new single "The Blues," the first official single from Tito's forthcoming debut album on Capitol Records.

The video, directed by Michael Mihail and shot in Mississippi, provides an intimate look into the reverence Lopez feels for his home state. Watch it here.

Tito Lopez is currently on a nationwide tour with fellow Mississippi rapper Big K.R.I.T., which will run until mid August. more on this story

Pre-Teen Musician Receives World Record Award

(Gibson) Eleven-year-old Ethan Bortnick, a Baldwin Piano artist, received his official Guinness World Records certificate for being the youngest musician to headline a solo concert tour (at 9 years, 9 months and 9 days old) at The Gibson/Baldwin Showroom in New York City on Thursday, July 25.

Ethan, who began playing piano at just 3 years old, was composing his own music at the age of 5. He headlined his first show at age 6 and continued to play as the headline artist at shows around the world until he started his own concert tour in 2010. On October 3, 2010, at the age of 9 years, 9 months and 9 days, Ethan started his Musical Time Machine tour at the Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville, Illinois, and became the youngest musician to headline a solo tour.

Now 11, Ethan has performed all over the world with renowned artists such as Elton John, Barbra Streisand and Beyoncé. Now that he has a Guinness World Records title, Ethan says: "My biggest goal is to help as many people as I can." more on this story