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Jon Bon Jovi Dead? Rocker Laughs Off Heart Attack Rumors
Is Jon Bon Jovi dead? No, is the short answer. The internet came alive with rumors that the veteran rocker had died of a heart attack on Monday evening (December 19, 2011), with a fake...
By Lew Irwin on 20 December 2011
Scala & Kolacny Brothers Choir Wow Princess Anne
Scala & Kolacny Brothers choir were one of the acts to wow Princess Anne at the Royal Variety Performance. The daughter of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip represented her parents at the 99th edition of...
By Bang Showbiz on 15 December 2011
Alicia Keys Scares Bono At 'Keep A Child Alive' Premiere
Alicia Keys had U2 frontman Bono 'shaking' in his boots when the two superstars met at the premiere of Showtime documentary 'Keep a Child Alive'. Also famous for her humanitarian activities, Alicia Keys has spoken...
By Lew Irwin on 03 December 2011
Bono Annoyed By Own Voice
Bono's voice "annoys" him.The U2 frontman can't bring himself to listen to his group's earlier hits because he thinks he sounds "like a girl" when he sings on them.He told TV talk show host Ellen...
By Bang Showbiz on 01 December 2011
Bono Was Scared Of Alicia Keys
Bono was "terrified" of Alicia Keys when he first met her.The U2 frontman admires the singer's "lioness energy" but was "shaking in his boots" when they first met when they recorded a charity cover of...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 November 2011
Rihanna Throwing Thanksgiving Meal For Crew
Rihanna is hosting a huge Thanksgiving meal for her band and crew in Dublin, Ireland, tonight (24.11.11).The 'We Found Love' singer is in the city for the latest date of her 'Loud Tour' and because...
By Bang Showbiz on 24 November 2011
Sir Mick Jagger The Hardest Ever Guest Vocalist
will.i.am asked for Sir Mick Jagger to appear on his new single as he thought it would "never be possible".The Black Eyed Peas singer was tired of being asked of who would guest on his...
By Bang Showbiz on 21 November 2011
Bono Understands Why He's Unpopular
Bono understands why people hate him.The U2 singer - who is also known for his political campaigning - believes the reasons why he and the band are unpopular are the same things that make them...
By Bang Showbiz on 30 October 2011
Coldplay Named Best Act At The Q Awards
Coldplay have been named Best Act in the World Today.The 'Mylo Xyloto' band beat off competition from the likes of Muse, Arcade Fire, Kasabian, Arctic Monkeys and U2 to take the coveted honour at this...
By Bang Showbiz on 24 October 2011
Lady Gaga's Marilyn Monroe Moment
Lady Gaga had her "first real Marilyn Monroe moment" when she performed at the 10th anniversary of Bill Clinton's foundation last night (15.10.11).The 'Born This Way' hitmaker sported a wavy blonde hairstyle and red lips...
By Bang Showbiz on 16 October 2011
Beyonce Battling U2 For UK Festival Awards Crown
Beyonce, U2, Foo Fighters and Muse are battling it out to be named Headliner of the Year at the UK Festival Awards.All acts who headlined festivals in the UK in 2011 are in the running...
By Bang Showbiz on 16 September 2011
Arctic Monkeys Lead Q Awards Nominations
Arctic Monkeys lead nominations for this year's Q Awards.The 'Crying Lightning' hitmakers will compete for four trophies at this year's ceremony, including Best Track for 'Don't Sit Down 'Cause I've Moved Your Chair', Best Album...
By Bang Showbiz on 15 September 2011
Lady Gaga And Usher Sign Up For Charity Performance
Lady Gaga, members of U2 and Usher will all perform at a charity fundraiser set up by Bill Clinton. The former US president is holding a party at the Hollywood Bowl in California to raise...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 September 2011
Lady Gaga To Headline Bill Clinton Concert
Lady Gaga along with a host of other celebrities including Bono, The Egde and Usher will perform at next month's (October 2011) concert to mark the 10th anniversary of the William J. Clinton Foundation.The charity...
By Lew Irwin on 13 September 2011
Bono Worried About U2'S Legacy
Bono worries U2 will be remembered as a "very good" band rather than a "great" one. The 'Even Better Than The Real Thing' rockers are unveiling a new documentary, 'From The Sky Down', which focuses...
By Bang Showbiz on 13 September 2011
Sting Working On His First Musical
Veteran rocker Sting has signed on to score an upcoming musical by award-winning playwright Brian Yorkey.Next to Normal creator Yorkey and the Police frontman have teamed up to stage The Last Ship, which will centre...
By WENN on 02 September 2011
Beyonce Knowles Closes Glastonbury
Beyonce Knowles felt like a "rock star" as she closed the Glastonbury festival last night (26.06.11).The 'If I Were A Boy' singer stunned revellers by playing a number of covers during her energetic set at...
By Bang Showbiz on 27 June 2011
Beyonce Knowles' Long Glastonbury Rehearsals
Beyonce Knowles is rehearsing for 210 hours every day ahead of her Glastonbury show.The 'Halo' hitmaker headlines the world-famous music event in Somerset, South West England, on Sunday (26.06.11) and is determined to give the...
By Bang Showbiz on 23 June 2011
Coldplay Always Dreamed Of Headlining Glastonbury
Coldplay have "dreamed" of playing at Glastonbury since they were children.The 'Every Teardrop is a Waterfall' hitmakers - who will headline the festival in Somerset, South West England, on Saturday (25.06.11) - admitted nerves are...
By Bang Showbiz on 22 June 2011
U2 Fronted By 'Robo-bono'
U2 will be fronted by "Robo-Bono" at the Glastonbury festival.The legendary rockers will headline the world-famous music event in Somerset, South West England on Friday (24.06.11), a year after they pulled out of playing after...
By Bang Showbiz on 22 June 2011
Maroon 5 To Emulate Queen Live Shows
Maroon 5 promise " a mother*****r of a show" for their summer tour. Singer Adam Levigne promises the 'This Love' group will be pulling out all the stops for their US tour - starting at...
By Bang Showbiz on 09 June 2011
Bono Forced To Hitchhike In Canadian Rain
Bono was forced to hitchhike when caught in heavy rain this week.The U2 singer and his assistant were taking a stroll in West Vancouver on Tuesday (31.05.11) but had to flag a passing car to...
By Bang Showbiz on 03 June 2011
Arnold Schwarzenegger Begging Wife
Arnold Schwarzenegger has reportedly begged Maria Shriver to save their marriage.The couple split after 25 years together earlier this month when it emerged Arnold fathered a 13 year old son with the family's former housekeeper,...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 May 2011
Bieber & Eminem Rule The Billboard Music Awards
Justin Bieber and Eminem were the big winners at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday night (22May11), scoring 14 prizes between them.Teenager Bieber's impressive haul of eight included trophies for Fan Favorite,...
By WENN on 23 May 2011
Bieber & Eminem Rule The Billboard Music Awards
Justin Bieber and Eminem were the big winners at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday night (22May11), scoring 14 prizes between them.Teenager Bieber's impressive haul of eight included trophies for Fan Favorite,...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 23 May 2011
Bono Asks For New Pixies Songs
Bono begged The Pixies to write some new songs.The band split in 1993 but reunited in 2004 for a series on concerts, and while they have been playing live ever since, their last album studio...
By Bang Showbiz on 03 May 2011
U2 Plan 'Glastonbury On Steroids'
U2 want to put on a "Glastonbury on steroids" performance at this year's festival. The 'Elevation' group are headlining the festival this year for the first time ever - after having to pull out of...
By Bang Showbiz on 28 April 2011
Liam Gallagher Swaps Wild Ways For 'Spiritual' Side
Liam Gallagher has "connected" to his spiritual side.The Beady Eye frontman has put his hard living rock star ways behind him ahead of his 40th birthday next year and hinted he is now seeking religious...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 April 2011
U2'S Sci-fi Sound
U2's next album will be "sci-fi".The 'With or Without You' group, fronted by singer Bono, worked with Lady Gaga producer RedOne on tracks for their next record, resulting in a "futuristic" sound.RedOne said: "Bono described...
By Bang Showbiz on 07 April 2011
The Script Credit Success To Hard Work
The Script don't think they are more talented than other bands.The 'Man Who Can't Be Moved' group - singer Danny O' Donaghue, guitarist Mark Sheehan and drummer Glen Power - have enjoyed success in Europe...
By Bang Showbiz on 11 March 2011
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