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Monday 28 February 2011
Rihanna and Ciara Have Twitter Cat Fight
Meow. Rihanna and Ciara got into a verbal bitch slap fest via Twitter this weekend, but the ladies have since patched things up. Ciara had said in an interview that RiRi was no longer nice to her and then RiRi responded over a series of Tweets and Ciara fired back, and then they made up. It was
Britney Spears Announces "Good Morning America" Appearance" Set For March 29th
Britney Spears has announced her first live television performance to promote her new album, Femme Fatale, which is out March 29th. Spears will perform on Good Morning America the day the album lands in stores. Spears announced the good news via a clip on her website, where she said, "Good morning,
post christmas bloat
my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml
Napster: cloud innovation for music depends on ?realistic licensing?
Users are set to flock to paid online music services in 2011 as increased sophistication in the cloud presents greater value for both artists and consumers when compared to traditional music outlets,
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044342&c=1
Napster: cloud innovation for music depends on ?realistic licensing?
Users are set to flock to paid online music services in 2011 as increased sophistication in the cloud presents greater value for both artists and consumers when compared to traditional music outlets,
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044342&c=1
David Attenborough
Next week, we're going to pre-record an interview with the legend that is Sir David Attenborough. We really want to ask him your questions, so please do let us know any questions you want to ask him.. just stick it...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/david_attenborough.shtml
Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle
Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml
Tom Waits Working on New Material
The craggy-voiced Tom Waits is working on a new album. The record would be his first since 2006's 56-song collection Orphans: Brawlers, Bawlers & Bastards. I guess when you release an album of 56 songs, you can take a few years off in between releases, right? It's not like you left your fans with a
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/tom-waits-working-on-new-material/8718608
Rihanna and Ciara Have Twitter Cat Fight
Meow. Rihanna and Ciara got into a verbal bitch slap fest via Twitter this weekend, but the ladies have since patched things up. Ciara had said in an interview that RiRi was no longer nice to her and then RiRi responded over a series of Tweets and Ciara fired back, and then they made up. It was
Britney Spears Announces "Good Morning America" Appearance" Set For March 29th
Britney Spears has announced her first live television performance to promote her new album, Femme Fatale, which is out March 29th. Spears will perform on Good Morning America the day the album lands in stores. Spears announced the good news via a clip on her website, where she said, "Good morning,
The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video
Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml
Reznor wins at Oscars
Nine Inch Nails front man Trent Reznor and composer Atticus Ross have won best original score at the 2011 Oscars.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044353&c=1
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Justin Bieber Hair Available on eBay Auction Through March 2nd
A single lock of Justin Bieber's hair, which he recently cut, making headlines, is available on eBay through March 2nd. As of yesterday, the lock had a price tag of nearly seven grand! "I'm giving pieces of it to different people," Bieber told Ellen DeGeneres when he appeared on her namesake show.
Biffy Clyro Win 2011 Shockwave NME Award For "Best Live Band"
A hearty congrats to UK breakthrough band Biffy Clyro, who have won a 2011 Shockwave NME Award for Best Live Band, beating out Arcade Fire and Muse for the honor at the awards ceremony in London yesterday. The band were also nominated for a prestigious Brit Award for Best British Group this year,
Justin Bieber Hair Available on eBay Auction Through March 2nd
A single lock of Justin Bieber's hair, which he recently cut, making headlines, is available on eBay through March 2nd. As of yesterday, the lock had a price tag of nearly seven grand! "I'm giving pieces of it to different people," Bieber told Ellen DeGeneres when he appeared on her namesake show.
Adele breaks albums chart record
In an historic week of chart action, Adele becomes the first female ever to have the number one and two albums simultaneously and continues to have two of the top five singles.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044347&c=1
The life-size cardboard model of Dave...
...well it's a lot taller to be honest:
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/the_life-size_cardboard_model.html
Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle
Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml
Live Nation to stage London Olympics gigs
Live Nation UK has been appointed as event organiser and promoter of London?s four festival sites during the 2012 Olympic Games.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044337&c=1
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Beggars man joins ThinkTank event
Beggars Group head of digital marketing David Emery is the latest senior executive to join the forthcoming ThinkTank debate examining the successful creation of a virtal hit.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044329&c=1
Today is Wednesday
Chris - is going to the gym and then he may follow up some party invites for people who haven't replied yet
Dave - has a luncheon meeting
Dom - is up to news stuff and then he has some boring meetings
Tina - is having a meeting and then she's got a friend coming over to stay
Aled - is recovering from the Brits and doing recording for a TV show
Matt - has playlist at lunchtime and then this evening he's recording some music with a colleague
Sam - is a busy, busy girl today - meetings then dinner tonight with a friend.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/today_is_wednesday.html
It's Friday, yes it's Friday
Chris - has some meetings this morning, then he's got his party tonight; tomorrow he's watching Leeds and then seeing his good friend Dominic Byrne, and then on Sunday he's probably going to have something called a hangover, so he'll be resting ahead of the Big Show on Monday morning
Dave - has some party preparation to do, then he's got a weekend of socialising
Sam - has a fair few meetings then has to glam herself up for Chris party!
Tina - is having a haircut and then she's going to Chris' party tonight
Aled - is going to Chris' birthday and then he's off to Cardiff uni
Matt - is sadly not going to Chris' party tonight - he's off to Holland to visit some good friends
Dom - is going to Chris' party tonight and then he's having a relaxing weekend
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/its_friday_yes_its_friday.html
Lady Gaga and MAC Launch Viva Glam Site
Following Lady Gaga's exciting Viva Glam announcement, M?A?C is launching the exclusive Viva Glam site here, with videos and messages from Lady Gaga herself! Submit your email address and join the Twitter conversations today via #macvivaglam to join the countdown to March 17th. What's the deal with
Sunday 27 February 2011
My Chemical Romance win at NME Awards, while U2 confirm Glastonbury
My Chemical Romance won two gongs at last night?s NME Awards, while U2 used the occasion to confirm that they will be headlining this year?s Glastonbury.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044315&c=1
Monday, Monday
Chris - is going to the gym to get measured and weighed to see if another week of no bread and the tiniest amount of booze has made a difference...then it's Monday night slob on the sofa night
Dave - is presenting Football Express on 5Live tonight
Dom - is presenting the lunchtime edition of Newsbeat and then he's off to the gym again (he went for the first time on Friday)
Aled - has three meetings, training with his trainer, then sleep, Glee and Tool Academy
Sam - has 3 meetings, then off to the dentist to hopefully not have a filling.
Matt - has record company appointments this afternoon and then tonight he's going out with some work friends
Tina - is sleeping and then she's up to various bits and bobs
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/monday_monday_3.html
Want to see a pic of Dom's new glasses?
Here's what the team is doing today...
Chris - is going to see the movie 'Paul' today with his friends and then he has a few other people to see throughout the day; he's cooking for a mate tonight
Dave - is also going to see the movie 'Paul' and then he's going to go ice skating
Tina - is also seeing the film 'Paul' and then she'll see where the rest of the day goes for her
Dom - is not going to the screening today as he has to write and present the Oddbox; he'll also be enjoying his new glasses
Sam - is going to the screening today and then she'll be busy working in the office
Matt - is busy working in the office, then tonight he's going out with a group of friends
Aled - has got a meeting, which he's hoping to get out of so he can go to the screening - he's also meeting Peaches Geldof today
And here's a photo of Dom's new glasses which he wore for the first time today:
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/want_to_see_a_pic_of_doms_new.html
Mac's podcast links
So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml
Sick Puppies to Release "Polar Opposite" on March 1st
Australian rock trio Sick Puppies are set to release Polar Opposite on March 1st, available exclusively at WalMart and all digital retailers. The eight-song release, produced by Rock Mafia, features re-imagined tracks from their smash sophomore release Tri-Polar as well as their first hit "All the
Spatula: The Epithiny
Tonight we created radio history the comedian and Skins writer Josie Long camer up with an idea to confound and confuse teachers across the nation whilst simultaneously giving you a burst of joy amongst the turgid boredom of homework. We...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/spatula_the_epithiny.shtml
Das Blog
Chris - is not going to the gym (which is heaven for him); Imaginary Martin is coming over later so he's going to heat up some of the vindaloo he made yesterday
Dave - is busy writing lots of stuff and then going skating
Dom - will be writing and recording the Oddbox
Tina - has several meetings and then she's sleeping
Matt - is having dinner with some friends tonight and then he's packing as he's going away this weekend
Sam - is having a busy day, then a drink with a friend tonight.
Aled - is going ghost hunting tonight
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/das_blog.html
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Live Nation to stage London Olympics gigs
Live Nation UK has been appointed as event organiser and promoter of London?s four festival sites during the 2012 Olympic Games.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044337&c=1
Halfway there...
Chris - is going to the gym and then donating a large portion of his time today to get a ridiculous number of hits on Dave's semi-naked cardboard cut-out
Dave - is getting over the embarrassment of having a cardboard cut-out model of himself sent in to the show
Dom - has to take the car in to the garage
Tina - is going to the gym
Matt - is going to playlist this afternoon and then this evening he's recording some more music for a friend's album
Sam - is working on a secret project and perhaps doing some hilarious things with Cardboard Dave....
Aled - will also be going to playlist this afternoon
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/halfway_there.html
Brook Mueller Temporarily Moves in With Charlie Sheen
It's temporary! Charlie Sheen, who lambasted the creator of Two and a Half Man in a radio interview, and estranged wife Brooke Mueller are living together in his house with their twin boys, Max and Bob, who are almost two. But Mueller's mom told PEOPLE it's temporary and for the kid's sakes...for
Neil Diamond's "The Bang Years 1966-1968" Due Out March 8th
A week before that Neil Diamond's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a compilation album of his songs will be released. Neil Diamond The Bang Years 1966 ? 1968 includes 23 tracks from the Jazz Singer's early years The set includes tunes like "Cherry, Cherry," "Solitary Man" and "Red, Red
Bieber tops US charts - but UK acts shine
Bieber fever strikes the US albums chart this week, with the 16-year-old securing his second number one, but there are notable singles and albums successes for UK acts.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044336&c=1
Aaron Lewis "Town Line" Review ? 5 out of 5 Stars
Aaron Lewis redefines Americana with his first solo offering, Town Line [Stroudavarious Records, March 1st, 2011]. The five-song EP sees the Staind frontman penning some of the best, brightest, and most brilliant songs of his illustrious career to date. Lewis transforms classic Americana
Beggars man joins ThinkTank event
Beggars Group head of digital marketing David Emery is the latest senior executive to join the forthcoming ThinkTank debate examining the successful creation of a virtal hit.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044329&c=1
Thank flip it's Friday
Chris - is going to the gym, then he's recording a new parody for the show; tomorrow he's having his first proper drink for four weeks and then on Sunday he'll be supporting his good pal Comedy Dave
Dave - is going ice skating this weekend
Sam - is having a cold for most of the weekend. Boo!!
Matt - is off to Wolverhampton to see all his family this weekend; they're getting a big family photo taken tomorrow
Aled - it's the first proper run through of OMG in the studio today
Tina - is hoping to have her hair cut today, then she's doing 60 Seconds and then on Sunday she's going to Dancing On Ice to support Dave
Dom - is taking his son to Anfield tomorrow for his first ever Liverpool game and then he's going to Dancing On Ice on Sunday
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/thank_flip_its_friday.html
UK Government roundtable on online future
Culture Ministers have met with key players from the music and creative industries yesterday to discuss ways to develop new online services.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044311&c=1
Midweek Madness on the Chris Moyles Show
Chris - is going to the gym (Day 2 of 3 sessions this week), he's then going home and will be cooking a little chicken dish of his choosing (maybe curry - with no rice)
Aled - is dressing up as a vampire again and hanging out with Peaches Geldof
Dom - is doing a Peppa Pig voiceover today
Tina - is going for a long lunch with her cousin, and then her best friend is coming over to stay
Dave - has a meeting with Roy Walker in his imaginarium, he then has an interview on the Moan In on Five Live and then some more skating
Sam - has work to do and then will be off to an award ceremony, where an event she worked on as been nominated.
Matt - will be going to the playlist meeting and then he's going to a Deconstruction Records party tonight
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/midweek_madness_on_the_chris_m_2.html
Beggars man joins ThinkTank event
Beggars Group head of digital marketing David Emery is the latest senior executive to join the forthcoming ThinkTank debate examining the successful creation of a virtal hit.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044329&c=1
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CKY Announces "B-Sides & Rarities"
CKY will release B-Sides & Rarities on March 22nd through Mighty Loud Entertainment and Universal/Fontana. The 12-song compilation features a dozen unreleased, rare, and long out-of-print tracks culled from the historic past of a band that truly has done whatever they wanted for 15 years, without
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/cky-announces-b-sides-rarities/8718583
Lady Gaga and MAC Launch Viva Glam Site
Following Lady Gaga's exciting Viva Glam announcement, M?A?C is launching the exclusive Viva Glam site here, with videos and messages from Lady Gaga herself! Submit your email address and join the Twitter conversations today via #macvivaglam to join the countdown to March 17th. What's the deal with
Napster: cloud innovation for music depends on ?realistic licensing?
Users are set to flock to paid online music services in 2011 as increased sophistication in the cloud presents greater value for both artists and consumers when compared to traditional music outlets,
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044342&c=1
PIAS signs Seasick Steve
PIAS has signed Seasick Steve to its reactivated Play It Again Sam label and is looking to develop the artist throughout Europe.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044334&c=1
Thank goodness it's the weekend
Chris - is chilling, illing, maxing and relaxing and then watching Dave dancing on ice on Sunday
Dave - you may be seeing him on a TV show this Sunday night, which involves ice skating
Dom - doesn't really have any plans - he'll be watching Liverpool vs. Chelsea on Sunday and then just generally relaxing
Tina - has got Football Focus and 60 Seconds today, then she'll be planning her video with Chipmunk and what she's going to be doing with her hour of the show next week after winning DisasterMind
Aled - is going on Gemma's show on BBC Radio 1Xtra this afternoon and then is off to Bristol
Sam - is having a big ol sleep this weekend and may start work on another DIY exercise in the spare room. Such fun.
Matt - is going out with a friend tonight, then he's taking his Mum (and family) out to a very nice restaurant tomorrow as it's her birthday
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/thank_goodness_its_the_weekend_1.html
Saturday 26 February 2011
Das Blog
Chris - is not going to the gym (which is heaven for him); Imaginary Martin is coming over later so he's going to heat up some of the vindaloo he made yesterday
Dave - is busy writing lots of stuff and then going skating
Dom - will be writing and recording the Oddbox
Tina - has several meetings and then she's sleeping
Matt - is having dinner with some friends tonight and then he's packing as he's going away this weekend
Sam - is having a busy day, then a drink with a friend tonight.
Aled - is going ghost hunting tonight
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/das_blog.html
Queen's "We Will Rock You" Still The #1 Most Played Song at NFL Games
Queen's legendary anthem "We Will Rock You" continues to be the most-played song at NFL games, but fans of other major league sports cheer to different tunes. Hockey crowds are more likely to visit the "Twilight Zone," while baseball fans are working at the "Car Wash." True story. The songs at NFL,
UK Government roundtable on online future
Culture Ministers have met with key players from the music and creative industries yesterday to discuss ways to develop new online services.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044311&c=1
Beggars man joins ThinkTank event
Beggars Group head of digital marketing David Emery is the latest senior executive to join the forthcoming ThinkTank debate examining the successful creation of a virtal hit.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044329&c=1
Wednesday, etc.
Chris - is going to the gym and then he's going home to sort out his wardrobes - which is boring, but will be fruitful. He also might cook something special tonight - Beef Wellington's an option
Dave - is going ice skating in Bracknell and Shepperton and then he's going to bed
Dom - is going to pick up a new pair of glasses (for reading)
Tina - will be having a long sleep, then she'll be watching some episodes of True Blood and then buying some matching clothes hangers
Aled - after 9 hours of sleep in 3 days, he's going to have a well-deserved rest
Matt - will be attending the playlist meeting today and then tonight he's going to a birthday dinner (upsettingly the table booked is outside)
Sam - will be taking back some clothes boutght yesterday to the shop. Basically she's made aa fashion faux pas
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/wednesday_etc_2.html
Elliot Minors Christmas Songs
Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml
Eminem is Now Living Person With Most Facebook Fans
Lady Gaga is no longer the living person with the most Facebook fans/followers. Eminem has taken over, with more than 28, 866,000 fans. Gaga lead the Facebook charge for eight months before Em took over. Michael Jackson has the most Facebook fans, with over 29.1 million, but he is no longer with us,
Midweek Madness on the Chris Moyles Show
Chris - is going to the gym (Day 2 of 3 sessions this week), he's then going home and will be cooking a little chicken dish of his choosing (maybe curry - with no rice)
Aled - is dressing up as a vampire again and hanging out with Peaches Geldof
Dom - is doing a Peppa Pig voiceover today
Tina - is going for a long lunch with her cousin, and then her best friend is coming over to stay
Dave - has a meeting with Roy Walker in his imaginarium, he then has an interview on the Moan In on Five Live and then some more skating
Sam - has work to do and then will be off to an award ceremony, where an event she worked on as been nominated.
Matt - will be going to the playlist meeting and then he's going to a Deconstruction Records party tonight
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/midweek_madness_on_the_chris_m_2.html
This, is my skin
Ok, that was a poor attempt at being a bit like Kate Nash, the title of this blog, but it's about Skins. We've spent today (my birthday) in the office drinking tea, eating cake and working out which Skins characters...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/this_is_my_skin.shtml
BBC stations add Someone Like You
Adele?s post-Brits glow continues apace, with Radio 2 adding her number one single Someone Like You to its A list and Radio 1 adding the same song to its B list.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044313&c=1
The week starts here...
Chris - is off to the gym (which he's looking forward to immeasurably), he's got some bits to do around the house and then he'll be sorting out a few details for his party on Friday
Dave - is working on a new creative project and then he'll be going for a lunch meeting
Sam - is working on some bits and bobs and then later on may do some clothes shopping...
Matt - will be recovering from a very heavy weekend and trying to stave off a cold
Dom - will be presenting Newsbeat at lunchtime, followed by a meeting and then he'll be watching Episodes
Tina - is working through a long 'to do' list today
Aled - has a doctor's appointment and then he's trying to get his life back
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/the_week_starts_here.html
The life-size cardboard model of Dave...
...well it's a lot taller to be honest:
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/the_life-size_cardboard_model.html
Island lines up previously unheard Queen tracks for single release
Island is to release two previously unheard tracks from Queen at the end of the month to celebrate the Stormtroopers in Stilettos exhibition and Record Store Day.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044314&c=1
Thank flip it's Friday
Chris - is going to the gym, then he's recording a new parody for the show; tomorrow he's having his first proper drink for four weeks and then on Sunday he'll be supporting his good pal Comedy Dave
Dave - is going ice skating this weekend
Sam - is having a cold for most of the weekend. Boo!!
Matt - is off to Wolverhampton to see all his family this weekend; they're getting a big family photo taken tomorrow
Aled - it's the first proper run through of OMG in the studio today
Tina - is hoping to have her hair cut today, then she's doing 60 Seconds and then on Sunday she's going to Dancing On Ice to support Dave
Dom - is taking his son to Anfield tomorrow for his first ever Liverpool game and then he's going to Dancing On Ice on Sunday
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/thank_flip_its_friday.html
Neko Case is Giving Away Her 1967 Mercury Cougar in Three Weeks
Grammy-nominated musician Neko Case is giving away her beloved 1967 Mercury Cougar, featured on the cover of her Grammy-nominated album Middle Cyclone and filled with prizes from Poketo, Adidas, Chipotle, Rand McNally, Tazo, and Anti-, in a raffle to benefit 826 National, which provides free
TV on the Radio to Release "Nine Types of Light" on April 12th
TV on the Radio have announced April 12th as the release date for their upcoming album Nine Types of Light. The Brooklyn band has also announced a short Spring tour of North America, which will kick off on April 8th, right before the album release, in my favorite city of Philadelphia. Are you a TV
Halfway there...
Chris - is going to the gym and then donating a large portion of his time today to get a ridiculous number of hits on Dave's semi-naked cardboard cut-out
Dave - is getting over the embarrassment of having a cardboard cut-out model of himself sent in to the show
Dom - has to take the car in to the garage
Tina - is going to the gym
Matt - is going to playlist this afternoon and then this evening he's recording some more music for a friend's album
Sam - is working on a secret project and perhaps doing some hilarious things with Cardboard Dave....
Aled - will also be going to playlist this afternoon
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/halfway_there.html
Arcade Fire's Manager Responds to Grammy Criticism
Earlier this week, veteran music executive Steve Stoute criticized the Grammy Awards in a letter that appeared as an ad in the Sunday edition of The New York Times. He ready-aimed-fired at the dark horses in Arcade Fire, who performed two songs during the show and capped off the night by winning
Kobalt names Alperin to comms role
Kobalt has appointed independent marketing and PR executive Rebekah Alperin to the position of SVP of communications and marketing, worldwide.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044335&c=1
Michael Jackson's Mother Reduces Suit Against AEG
The Associated Press reports that attorneys for Michael Jackson's mother have told a judge they will not pursue a civil conspiracy claim in a wrongful death lawsuit against the organizers of the pop singer's planned series of comeback concerts. A judge previously ruled that Katherine Jackson could
Atlantic embraces new Facebook Pages layout
Atlantic Records UK has moved early to embrace the new Facebook Page layout for its artists.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044319&c=1
MTV launches new digital music awards
Broadcaster MTV is launching a new digital awards show that will take place on April 28.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044333&c=1
Spotify/Universal US deal rumoured as iTunes edges towards the cloud
Spotify is said to be close to signing a licensing deal with Universal Music for its US launch, while Apple could soon unveil its own cloud-based music service within iTunes.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044316&c=1
Friday 25 February 2011
U2 to Perform at Glastonbury
Bono and his back are back! U2 will perform at the Glastonbury music festival this year, joining Coldplay and Beyonc� as the main headline acts. The band had to cancel their scheduled appearance at one of the world's biggest outdoor music events last year when lead singer Bono injured his back. Bono
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/u2-to-perform-at-glastonbury/8718590
Biffy Clyro Win 2011 Shockwave NME Award For "Best Live Band"
A hearty congrats to UK breakthrough band Biffy Clyro, who have won a 2011 Shockwave NME Award for Best Live Band, beating out Arcade Fire and Muse for the honor at the awards ceremony in London yesterday. The band were also nominated for a prestigious Brit Award for Best British Group this year,
Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!
Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml
Birthday Action
On Monday I celebrated my Birthday, which was very lovely. The rest of the switch team very kindly brought me a cake and a card. That's not all though... keep reading....
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/birthday_action.shtml
Kobalt names Alperin to comms role
Kobalt has appointed independent marketing and PR executive Rebekah Alperin to the position of SVP of communications and marketing, worldwide.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044335&c=1
Neko Case is Giving Away Her 1967 Mercury Cougar in Three Weeks
Grammy-nominated musician Neko Case is giving away her beloved 1967 Mercury Cougar, featured on the cover of her Grammy-nominated album Middle Cyclone and filled with prizes from Poketo, Adidas, Chipotle, Rand McNally, Tazo, and Anti-, in a raffle to benefit 826 National, which provides free
Ray J Claims "I Created Kim Kardashian"
DigitalSpy.com says that Ray J is taking credit for "creating" ex-girlfriend, Kim Kardashian. The R&B singer and brother of Brandy starred in a sex tape with Double K, which is considered the launching pad of her superstardom. To Kim's credit, she did exploit marketing initiatives brilliantly to
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/ray-j-claims-i-created-kim-kardashian/8718572
Beggars man joins ThinkTank event
Beggars Group head of digital marketing David Emery is the latest senior executive to join the forthcoming ThinkTank debate examining the successful creation of a virtal hit.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044329&c=1
Live Nation to stage London Olympics gigs
Live Nation UK has been appointed as event organiser and promoter of London?s four festival sites during the 2012 Olympic Games.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044337&c=1
CKY Announces "B-Sides & Rarities"
CKY will release B-Sides & Rarities on March 22nd through Mighty Loud Entertainment and Universal/Fontana. The 12-song compilation features a dozen unreleased, rare, and long out-of-print tracks culled from the historic past of a band that truly has done whatever they wanted for 15 years, without
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/cky-announces-b-sides-rarities/8718583
Playlist: Nicolas Cage, Amber Heard, Billy Burke, and William Fichtner Talk Best Songs to "Drive Angry" To
You need the right tunes to properly Drive Angry. When you're putting the pedal to the metal, you've got to blare songs that get your blood pumping and your energy up. Usually, anything from Guns N' Roses, Slayer, Slipknot, Ministry, or White Zombie will do the trick. However, the all-star cast of
Napster: cloud innovation for music depends on ?realistic licensing?
Users are set to flock to paid online music services in 2011 as increased sophistication in the cloud presents greater value for both artists and consumers when compared to traditional music outlets,
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044342&c=1
Oh My Gosh I Saw Skins
Oh my oh my, I'm one excited fella today. This morning I got to go see the first episode of Series 2 of Skins, which'll be hitting your TV screens early Feb, and if that was not exciting enough I...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/oh_my_gosh_i_saw_skins.shtml
It's Friday, yes it's Friday
Chris - has some meetings this morning, then he's got his party tonight; tomorrow he's watching Leeds and then seeing his good friend Dominic Byrne, and then on Sunday he's probably going to have something called a hangover, so he'll be resting ahead of the Big Show on Monday morning
Dave - has some party preparation to do, then he's got a weekend of socialising
Sam - has a fair few meetings then has to glam herself up for Chris party!
Tina - is having a haircut and then she's going to Chris' party tonight
Aled - is going to Chris' birthday and then he's off to Cardiff uni
Matt - is sadly not going to Chris' party tonight - he's off to Holland to visit some good friends
Dom - is going to Chris' party tonight and then he's having a relaxing weekend
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/its_friday_yes_its_friday.html
Wiz Khalifa, Keri Hilson, Fabolous to Perform at BET's "Rip the Runway"
Hip-hop and fashion are like an atom that cannot be split and BET Networks has announced the lineup to its seventh annual "Rip the Runway," and the likes of Wiz Khalifa, Keri Hilson, Fabolous and Lloyd will be headlining as the music performers while collections by Rachel Roy, Tenille White, LaQuan
"Portlandia" Season Finale Airs Friday at 10:30 PM ET
The season finale of IFC's Portlandia, starring SNL's Fred Armisen and Sleater-Kinney's Carrie Brownstein, will air this Friday, February 25th at 10:30 PM ET/PT! Check out a sneak peek of the episode here. The series will return for a second season, so don't fret about the finale! Also, an encore of
The Black Keys Will Tour This Summer
The Black Keys have announced a new summer tour that will launch on June 27th in Vancouver and before shutting down on July 13th in Buffalo. The short trek will boast rotating opening acts including Cage the Elephant, Booker T. Jones and Nicole Atkins & The Black Sea. No two shows will be the same,
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/the-black-keys-will-tour-this-summer/8718528
Lena Horne's Estate Sells Her Gowns, Jewelry, Art and Books
The Associated Press reports that the estate of sultry jazz singer and actress Lena Horne sold some of the fancy gowns, jewelry, fine art and books that filled her New York City apartment. Miss Horne's artifacts were put up for sale. More than 200 items went for sale at the Doyle New York auction
Island lines up previously unheard Queen tracks for single release
Island is to release two previously unheard tracks from Queen at the end of the month to celebrate the Stormtroopers in Stilettos exhibition and Record Store Day.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044314&c=1
Spatula: The Epithiny
Tonight we created radio history the comedian and Skins writer Josie Long camer up with an idea to confound and confuse teachers across the nation whilst simultaneously giving you a burst of joy amongst the turgid boredom of homework. We...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/spatula_the_epithiny.shtml
Panic At The Disco dates!
Hey, Hope you all heard the lovely Brendan from Panic (note the lack of !) At The Disco on the show. Not only did he make us laugh and sing with Annie but he also announced EXCLUSIVELY the UK...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/panic_at_the_disco_dates_1.shtml
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Today is Wednesday
Chris - is going to the gym and then he may follow up some party invites for people who haven't replied yet
Dave - has a luncheon meeting
Dom - is up to news stuff and then he has some boring meetings
Tina - is having a meeting and then she's got a friend coming over to stay
Aled - is recovering from the Brits and doing recording for a TV show
Matt - has playlist at lunchtime and then this evening he's recording some music with a colleague
Sam - is a busy, busy girl today - meetings then dinner tonight with a friend.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/today_is_wednesday.html
Thank flip it's Friday
Chris - is going to the gym, then he's recording a new parody for the show; tomorrow he's having his first proper drink for four weeks and then on Sunday he'll be supporting his good pal Comedy Dave
Dave - is going ice skating this weekend
Sam - is having a cold for most of the weekend. Boo!!
Matt - is off to Wolverhampton to see all his family this weekend; they're getting a big family photo taken tomorrow
Aled - it's the first proper run through of OMG in the studio today
Tina - is hoping to have her hair cut today, then she's doing 60 Seconds and then on Sunday she's going to Dancing On Ice to support Dave
Dom - is taking his son to Anfield tomorrow for his first ever Liverpool game and then he's going to Dancing On Ice on Sunday
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/thank_flip_its_friday.html
The life-size cardboard model of Dave...
...well it's a lot taller to be honest:
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/the_life-size_cardboard_model.html
Thursday 24 February 2011
Williamson puts Sony on catwalk
Sony Music has proved it is on trend again this season after linking with leading designer Matthew Williamson to produce an album to celebrate London Fashion Week.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044303&c=1
Lady Gaga to Debut "Born This Way" Video on February 28th?
Those Lady Gaga lovers over at Perez Hilton revealed that the Mother Monster's "Born This Way" video will premiere this coming Monday, February 28th at 1 PM ET. Stop the presses. I cannot wait to see what visuals Gaga has come up with the accompany her gajillion-selling new single. The vid was
Labels back IC tomorrow initiative
The IC tomorrow and Digital Innovation Contest initiatives have received the backing of all four major labels as well as high profile independents.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044318&c=1
Lena Horne's Estate Sells Her Gowns, Jewelry, Art and Books
The Associated Press reports that the estate of sultry jazz singer and actress Lena Horne sold some of the fancy gowns, jewelry, fine art and books that filled her New York City apartment. Miss Horne's artifacts were put up for sale. More than 200 items went for sale at the Doyle New York auction
Circus Action
Do do doo-doo-do do do-do do dooooo.. that's the circus music as Annie & Grimmy went to Cirque Du Soleil at The Royal Albert hall to try and see if they could join the circus... check out how they got...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/circus_action.shtml
MP3.com founder launches DAR.fm
Michael Robertson, founder of MP3.com, has launched a new service that has been described as ?TiVo for radio?.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044317&c=1
Lindsay Lohan Gets Stern Warning -- Jail Time Could Happen
The Associated Press reports a judge told Lindsay Lohan on Wednesday he would sentence her to jail if she accepted any plea deal from prosecutors to avoid a trial for allegedly stealing a $2,500 necklace from an upscale jewelry store. Lohan claimed that she thought she was being gifted, as is
The life-size cardboard model of Dave...
...well it's a lot taller to be honest:
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/the_life-size_cardboard_model.html
Cory-Smith gets top job at BMG Chrysalis
BMG Rights Management has unveiled the new management structure of its UK operation with Alexi Cory-Smith and John Dobinson taking the reins of the newly-named BMG Chrysalis UK.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044308&c=1
Justin Bieber Scores Second No. 1 With "Never Say Never: The Remixes"
A lot of 16-year-old girls made it to the mall this past week. How do we know that? Simple. The ever-fab Justin Bieber notched his second No. 1 album on the Billboard 200 chart with Never Say Never: The Remixes, which fell into the top slot, shifting 161,000 copies its first week in the stores. The
Shakira Seen Holding Hands With Barcelona Soccer Player
The Associated Press reports that diminutive Colombian singer Shakira and Barcelona soccer player Gerard Pique were seen holding hands as they entered a restaurant in the Catalonian city recently. Rumors that the two were an item surfaced during last year's World Cup in South Africa. Shakira
The Black Keys Will Tour This Summer
The Black Keys have announced a new summer tour that will launch on June 27th in Vancouver and before shutting down on July 13th in Buffalo. The short trek will boast rotating opening acts including Cage the Elephant, Booker T. Jones and Nicole Atkins & The Black Sea. No two shows will be the same,
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/the-black-keys-will-tour-this-summer/8718528
MP3.com founder launches DAR.fm
Michael Robertson, founder of MP3.com, has launched a new service that has been described as ?TiVo for radio?.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1044317&c=1
Justin Bieber to Be Immortalized in Wax at Madame Tussauds
Justin Bieber will be immortalized in wax at Madame Tussauds. Bieber's figure will make its world debut this March at three Madame Tussauds attractions?New York, London and Amsterdam. "I'm honored to be getting my own wax figures at Madame Tussauds New York, London and Amsterdam," Bieber said. "To
"Glee: The Music, Volume 5" Out March 8th
For the first time ever, Glee premieres two new and original songs on Glee: The Music, Volume 5, available March 8th. "Loser Like Me," an energetic ensemble track was co-written by pop mastermind Max Martin (Britney Spears, P!nk) and "Get It Right" is a moving ballad brought to life by Lea Michele's
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/glee-the-music-volume-5-out-march-8th/8718503
Tony Parker Not Upset About Ex-Wife Eva Longoria's Possible New Romance
According to PEOPLE, "She can do whatever she wants," was basketball star Tony Parker's response when asked about the possible relationship between his ex-wife Eva Longoria and Pen�lope Cruz's brother, Eduardo Cruz. The romance is a source of buzz in the tabloids, despite no official word from
post christmas bloat
my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml
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Today is Wednesday
Chris - is going to the gym and then he may follow up some party invites for people who haven't replied yet
Dave - has a luncheon meeting
Dom - is up to news stuff and then he has some boring meetings
Tina - is having a meeting and then she's got a friend coming over to stay
Aled - is recovering from the Brits and doing recording for a TV show
Matt - has playlist at lunchtime and then this evening he's recording some music with a colleague
Sam - is a busy, busy girl today - meetings then dinner tonight with a friend.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/02/today_is_wednesday.html
Justin Bieber to Be Immortalized in Wax at Madame Tussauds
Justin Bieber will be immortalized in wax at Madame Tussauds. Bieber's figure will make its world debut this March at three Madame Tussauds attractions?New York, London and Amsterdam. "I'm honored to be getting my own wax figures at Madame Tussauds New York, London and Amsterdam," Bieber said. "To
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