American Idol Champ Phillip Phillips Didn't Help Save Family Business?

We made multiple calls to Phillip Phillips over several days -- but our calls were not returned. more on this story

No Doubt Pull Video Over Offensive Claims

(popmusiclife) No Doubt have pulled their new video for "Looking Hot" after learning that the clip had offended Native Americans.

Directed by Melina Matsoukas, the video featured Native American imagery and included singer Gwen Stefani wearing a feathered headdress.

"Looking Hot" is the latest single from the band's "Push And Shove" album, their first in 11 years. more on this story

Judge Dismisses Sam Lutfi's Case Against Britney Spears Family

(TMZ) Britney Spears' father Jamie is thrilled after beating Brit's ex-manager Sam Lutfi in court -- but tells TMZ, the victory is bittersweet.

We just spoke to Jamie on the phone, and he tells us, he's pleased the judge tossed out Sam's defamation lawsuit against the Spears family -- before it went to jury -- but he expressed disappointment at not being able to take the stand and tell the "real" story.

Jamie says it was painful to relive the darkest days of Britney's life -- when he thought Britney might actually die -- but no one took it harder than Brit's mom Lynne.

Jamie says Britney hasn't spoken to Lutfi in four or five years.

As we reported, an L.A. judge dismissed Lutfi's lawsuit against the Spears family yesterday for lack of evidence -- a lawsuit in which Lutfi claimed the Spears family defamed him, physically attacked him, and breached a management contract he had with Britney.

As for Britney's conservatorship -- Jamie says he DOES foresee an end, but he's not sure when exactly.

And when it comes to "X Factor" -- Jamie says his daughter got off to a rough start because of nerves ... but she's gotten better and better every week. more on this story

Rihanna Reveals New Album Details

(popmusiclife) Rihanna has revealed more details including the tracklisting for her forthcoming new album, "Unapologetic."

The standard version of project features 14 songs, while the Deluxe Edition has a bonus DVD and 17 tracks – two of the three extra songs are remixes of the lead single, "Diamonds."

Last week, Rihanna revealed that a limited edition version of "Unapologetic," "Diamonds Executive Platinum Box" will be available starting December 11th and is a limited edition art piece for huge Rihanna fans. It includes a colored "Diamonds" remixes vinyl, 2GB Credit Card-style USB stick, a unisex shirt featuring a photo from her "Unapologetic" album photo shoot with Michael Muller, seven art print lithographs and other artwork, view master, poster and laptop sticker, a note from the singer to the Rihanna Navy and much more, selling for $250. More details and tracklist here.

Elton John Wins Legal War Over Song Lyrics

(TMZ) Elton John has won his legal war over the lyrics to his hit song "Nikita" -- an Illinois judge has dismissed the lawsuit against the singer, which alleged Elton lifted the words.

TMZ broke the story ... a songwriter named Guy Hobbs sued Elton back in April, claiming Elton jacked his lyrics ... then used them to pen the chart-topping 1985 hit "Nikita." Hobbs wrote a song called "Natasha" about a Western man falling for a Russian woman during the Cold War.

Elton shot back by asking the court to dismiss Hobbs' lawsuit -- claiming a Grammy-winning musician such as himself would never steal lyrics from some no-name songwriter. Elton also argued the theme of "Natasha" is too general to win copyright protection. The judge agreed, so case closed.

Khloe Kardashian Blames X Factor Wardrobe Malfunction On Hurricane

(Hollyscoop) Khloe Kardashian blames the "wardrobe malfunction" during her X-Factor hosting debut on Hurricane Sandy, saying all her clothes got stuck on the East Coast in the storm and the only thing she had left to wear was the nipple shirt!

"We moved the show up because of the hurricane, so my stuff that was being sent was stuck on the East Coast," Khloe tells Hollyscoop last week at the "X-Factor" taping, "That top [arrived from the East Coast] first thing."

Some media outlets are calling the wardrobe malfunction a "booby trap" saying it was all staged for ratings, but Khloe swears she wouldn't walk on stage with hard nips on purpose.

"The shirt was lined and everything! I'm surprised that much showed!" says Khloe, "When I went on, Simon was like motioning to me to cover up, and I was like, 'what's he doing?'" more on this story

The Proposal Star Michael Nouri Arrested For Domestic Violence

(TMZ) Michael Nouri -- the famous character actor known for roles in "Flashdance" and "The Proposal" -- was arrested Thursday on suspicion of felony domestic violence ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... police received a 911 call around 6:00 PM on Friday to a home in Beverly Hills. We're told when cops arrived, they were told a fight between Nouri and his girlfriend had turned from her verbal to physical.

According to our sources, cops observed Nourit's girlfriend with visible marks and arrested Nouri on the spot.

He was held on $50,000 bond and released around 1:00 AM Friday morning. more on this story

Christina Aguilera Performs Beautiful For Hurricane Sandy Relief

(popmusiclife) Christina Aguilera was one of several artists who participated in a telethon to assist relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Christina opened the broadcast of "Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together" with a rendition of her hit, "Beautiful."

Money collected will be donated to the American Red Cross relief efforts for Hurricane Sandy. Watch her performance here.

One Direction Release Little Things Music Video

(popmusiclife) One Direction have released the music video for their new single, "Little Things."

The song is the second track issued from the band's forthcoming sophomore effort, "Take Me Home," following the lead track, "Live While We're Young."

"Little Things" is one of two songs written by UK singer/songwriter Ed Sheeran for One Direction's upcoming release. Watch it here.

50 Cent Claims Song Theft Accuser Doesn't Even Own Song

(TMZ) 50 Cent doesn't own the 1970s song he recently sampled -- but in court docs obtained by TMZ, he claims the guy suing him for copyright infringement doesn't own it either!

As TMZ first reported, a man named Robert Poindexter sued 50 ... claiming the rapper hijacked a sample of his Persuaders song "Love Gonna Pack Up and Walk Out." Robert claims 50 used it on his track "Redrum," which he released for free online.

But in recently filed court docs, 50 says the suit is bogus and claims he never violated any copyright laws. In fact, he says Robert doesn't even own the rights to the allegedly-stolen song because he signed them over to Warner Music Group awhile ago ... therefore he can't sue.

50 is asking a judge to dismiss the case ASAP. The judge has yet to rule. more on this story

Jason Aldean Sells Out More Stadium Tour Dates

(Greenroom) Two more stadium dates for Jason Aldean's 2013 Night Train Tour sold out on Friday in under an hour.

Every ticket to the April 13 concert at University of Georgia's Sanford Stadium and the second show of a two night stand at Boston's Fenway Park on July 12 was swept up in under an hour Friday morning. The first night at Fenway sold out in a record seven minutes.

"I got to open the CMA Awards last night with two of my really good friends, and then I got to wake up this morning with more sold out stadiums…are you kidding me right now?" said Aldean on Friday. "The list of guys in country music who sell out stadiums is pretty short, it's guys like Chesney and Garth…I'm not supposed to be on that list. It's a big testament to the hard work my band and crew put in every night out there and to the loyalty and passion of country music fans. It doesn't get any better than this." more on this story

Five Heartbeats Star Arrested After Hitting Police Car

(TMZ) Michael Wright hand-wrapped the NYPD an early Christmas present this morning when he gave them the easiest DWI arrest ever ... by hitting a police car ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Wright -- who starred in the classic movie "The Five Heartbeats" -- was trying to park his 1978 black Rolls Royce in Manhattan when he hit the car that had two officers sitting inside.

We're told the officers went to have a word with Wright and detected an odor of alcohol on his breath. After the field sobriety test didn't go Wright's way, the officers arrested him.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ right's blood alcohol level was well above the legal limit.

We're told both officers were taken to a local hospital to be checked out after the accident. more on this story

Joe Simpson Tells Friends That Gay Rumors Are Ridiculous

(TMZ) Rumors be damned ... a frustrated Joe Simpson is telling friends and colleagues the stories that he is gay are absurd.

There have been several reports out recently that Joe has told his family he's gay and that's why his marriage fell apart. There are also reports about several guys he's rumored to be dating/hooking up with.

Sources who speak with Joe tell TMZ ... Jessica Simpson's daddy says it ain't so ... that the stories are "ridiculous." more on this story

Octomom's Father Joins Her In Rehab

(TMZ) Octomom's father has joined his daughter in rehab ... TMZ has learned. A rep for Nadya Suleman tells TMZ ... 71-year-old papa Octo (aka Ed Doud) -- checked into the Chapman House Rehabilitation Center Wednesday for a 28-day alcohol dependency program.

We're told Ed's alcohol addiction goes back decades -- and he was inspired by his daughter to finally clean up his act.

It seems the folks who run the joint want to keep father/daughter apart, because they haven't seen each other yet ... they're at opposite ends of the facility ... but we're told they'll definitely come together for some family therapy sessions.

TMZ broke the story ... Nadya's in a 30-day program for Xanax dependency, while her kids are at home on their best behavior ever ... in the good care of 3 nannies. more on this story

Big Time Rush Singer Moves To Escape Crazed Fans

(TMZ) "Big Time Rush" lead singer Kendall Schmidt is so popular with the ladies ... he moved all the way to Las Vegas to escape some love-crazed female fans ... TMZ has learned.

Sources close to Kendall tell TMZ ... several members of Kendall's team became concerned after some overzealous fans began camping outside of the 22-year-old's L.A. pad ... and they urged him to get another place where he could hide out.

We're told Kendall took the note and quickly found a place in Las Vegas -- inside a well-protected gated community. more on this story

Jeff Goldblum Alleged Stalker Arrested

(TMZ) The woman Jeff Goldblum claims has been harassing him for more than 10 years showed up at a theater where the actor was performing Friday night and was swiftly arrested for violating a restraining order ... TMZ has learned.

As TMZ previously reported, Goldblum scored a three-year restraining order against Linda Ransom back in June. Goldblum had claimed that Ransom constantly followed him in public, showed up at his house uninvited, and appeared on multiple occasions at his stage performances in NYC and L.A.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department arrested Ransom last night when she showed up at the Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles where Goldblum is currently starring in a play. We're told Ransom got within 20 feet of Goldblum; the restraining order calls for her to stay 100 feet away from him.

Ransom was booked just after 2:00 AM this morning and is currently still in custody. Her bail is $5,000. more on this story

Designer Marc Jacobs Lost Home In Hurricane Sandy

(TMZ) Designer Marc Jacobs was among the hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy last weekend -- telling TMZ, he completely lost his Manhattan apartment due to flooding ... and now, he's looking for a new place to live.

Marc was out walking his dog Friday in New York -- and he told us, he had to move uptown temporarily because Sandy completely destroyed his West Village apartment.

Marc says it's so bad, he hasn't even been able to go back to try to salvage some of his belongings. more on this story

Christina Aguilera Gives Unusual Performance on Fallon

(popmusiclife) Christina Aguilera was a guest on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon Friday night with an unusual performance.

In Jimmy's office before the show, Christina, Jimmy, and The Roots grabbed some office supplies and used them as instruments to perform Christina's new single, "Your Body."

The track is the first song from Aguilera's "Lotus" album, due November 13. Watch the performance here.