MUSIC

American Idol sends second finalist home

American Idol 21-year-old contestant from New York, Karen Rodriguez has failed to impress America with her rendition of Taylor Dayne’s “Love Will Lead You Back” despite her efforts to sing it not just in one language.

Rapper Tru Life sentenced to 8 years in prison

Rapper Tru Life, born Robert Rosado was sentenced to 8 years imprisonment following his involvement on the death of a 20-year old man that stem from a brawl in a nightclub in June 2009.
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Punk icon, Casey Royer charged of child endangerment

The former drummer of Social Distortion and punk icon, Casey Royer has been charged with child endangerment and with one count of being under the influence of heroin after overdosing allegedly in front of his 12-year old son.

Boyz II Men creates charity drive for Japan victims

The R & B members of the singing group, Boyz II Men have created a charity drive to raise funds for the victims of the devastating twin disaster that have crippled Japan last week. The “End of the Road” singers have collaborated with FirstGiving Online for the restoration funds.

Adelaide set to host new music and arts festival

South Australian Premier Mike Rann has confirmed that Adelaide is hosting a three-day music and arts festival in October in hopes to promote awareness on various issues concerning the environment.

Bryan Adams to become a first-time dad at 51

Singer Bryan Adams will be a dad for the first time at age 51 with his partner, Alicia Grimaldi. The “Please Forgive Me” singer and his girlfriend are expecting their first baby in May.

Jazz drummer Joe Morello dies at 82

The legendary jazz drummer, Joe Morello has died on Saturday at his home in New Jersey. He was 82. No cause of death has been provided by the members of Morello’s family, said the Associated Press.

Songwriter, Hugh Martin dies at 96

The songwriter for popular Christmas song, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” - - popularized by singer Karen Carpenters and 500 other singers - - Hugh Martin has died of natural causes over the weekend. He was 96.

John Stamos not replacing Charlie Sheen

Comedian and television actor, John Stamos has announced over the weekend that he is not keen on filling in for newly fired actor of “Two and a Half Men”.

Madonna’s maternal grandmother dies at 99

The representative for pop legend Madonna said that the Material Girl singer has refused to issue a statement regarding the death of her 99-year-old maternal grandmother, Elsie Mae Fortin.

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel split

After almost four years, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have called it quits, confirms the celebrity couple’s representative in a statement after continuing speculation that the pair have indeed already headed to Splitsville.

Idol’s’ Chris Medina, a star in his own right

Chris Medina may not have made it to American Idol’s Top 13 but records have come to his doorsteps allowing him to advance ahead of his fellow contestants who still have weeks to please America and the judges.

Director Scorsese slapped with $2.85M tax case

Director Martin Scorsese has joined the list of Hollywood big stars recently hit with tax charges. The veteran director comes next to Al Pacino who was earlier reported by the Los Angeles County Recorder's Office to owe more than $188k of back taxes.

Rob Lowe to replace Charlie Sheen?

Chuck Lorre is reportedly trying to keep the hit TV series going and continue producing the "Two and a Half Men"… only, without Charlie Sheen.

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