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Kesha Admits She Considered Suicide After Leaked Photo, Shares New Warrior Tour Dates

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:07:21 +0000

Kesha made some headlines late last year when what appeared to be a photo of her performing fellatio ended up on Twitter. At first, we chalked it up to another outrageous Kesha moment, which the 'Crazy Kids' singer is prone to having. But she has revealed that she was so depressed when that photo came out that she contemplated suicide.

Beyonce Gets Emotional Onstage in Belgium [Video]

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:45:06 +0000

An emotional Beyonce returned to the stage at Belgium's Sportpaleis (May 15), despite being advised by her doctors to take the night off. She had canceled a show in Antwerp the night before (May 14) due to exhaustion and dehydration and she wasn't about to disappoint fans two nights in a row -- no way, no how. A true queen never lets her subjects down multiple times!

One Direction Announce Where We Are Stadium Tour for 2014

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:10:53 +0000

One Direction can never be accused of not striking while the iron is hot. While currently in the midst of a massive world tour in support of 'Take Me Home,' the boys took a minute to announce that they will launch their Where We Are stadium tour in 2014, hitting huge venues all over the world, in locales such as Latin America and beyond. They've even got a gig scheduled for the legendary Wembley S

Katy Perry Joins Rolling Stones Onstage for 'Beast of Burden' [Video]

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:26:07 +0000

Katy Perry and the Rolling Stones? Um, yes! Perry joined the rock legends onstage in Las Vegas on Saturday, May 11 at the MGM Grand as part of their 50 & Counting tour. Perry performed the 1978 hit ‘Beast of Burden’ with Mick Jagger and the boys, and she was totally into it, so much [...]

John Mayer, Demi Lovato + More to Perform at Philly 4th of July Jam

Kat Lee — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:19:42 +0000

Are you ready to rock out at the largest free concert in America?! We bet you are! John Mayer, Demi Lovato, Ne-Yo and J. Cole are all set to perform at the 2013 Philly 4th of July Jam!

Katy Perry Flute-Flubs [VIDEOS]

Phil Nye — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:32:39 +0000

Katy Perry is always known for making her shows a major production, but the more elaborate something is, the more likely it is for something to go wrong. On three different shows Katy Perry attempted to break out her Flute, well Recorder-playing skills to wow the audience. At least it only happened a couple of [...]

Carly Rae Jepsen and Jeff Dunham Are Coming To The NYS Fair

Mark Richards — Thu, 09 May 2013 09:34:33 +0000

The Great New York State Fair has just announced six fantastic Grandstand shows for the 2013 season. Luke Bryan, Toby Keith, Carly Rae Jepsen, Reba McEntire, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Jeff Dunham are coming to Central New York!

Rihanna Addresses Press Hassles in New '777 Tour' Trailer [Video]

Jessica Sager — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:41:49 +0000

Remember when Rihanna had a bunch of journalists on a 777 jet and then pretty much didn't interact with them for six of seven days of the journey across the globe? Though she didn't acknowledge the incidents in the teaser, Rihanna finally addresses the controversy in a new trailer for her '777 Tour' documentary.

A Pop Super Star And Top Name Comedian Are Coming To The Great NY State Fair

Mark Richards — Tue, 07 May 2013 08:35:59 +0000

How can you top New York State Fair concerts from Train, Maroon 5 and Keith Urban? By bringing in a super star and a fabulous comedian. Be listening to Lite 98.7 Thursday morning (May 9th) to find out who will be in the Grandstand. There's also a line-up of great free shows in Chevy Court. Remember, we'll announce the grandstand shows coming this summer on Thursday. Who do you think it is?

Phillip Phillips Cancels Remaining Tour Dates

Jessica Sager — Mon, 06 May 2013 23:11:48 +0000

Bad news for Phillip Phillips fans. The ‘American Idol‘ winner and ‘Home’ singer has to nix his remaining tour dates — but not because he wants to. Phillips has nine remaining dates of his college tour, but his health is getting in the way. “His doctor said he has to get off the road,” a [...]

Pink Offers Infuriated Apology to Fans After Cancelled Show in England

Jessica Sager — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:35:12 +0000

Anyone who has ever been lucky enough to see Pink live knows that she puts serious work into her performances -- live vocals, crazy aerial stunts and choreography -- to ensure an amazing show. So when she had to bail on a concert in Birmingham, England, she was bummed.

So were her fans, some of whom sent her hate mail. That didn't sit well with the feisty songstress, who was forced to cancel due to a pretty serious series of infections.

Fleetwood Mac Live in Tacoma, WA Contest Winner Announced

Joe Hyer — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:57:27 +0000

Congratulations to Diane Perez —she’s the winner of our trip to Tacoma, WA to see Fleetwood Mac! Diane and a guest will get see the band on May 20th when they stop in Tacoma, on the beautiful Puget Sound in Washington State. They will also get dinner for two to the famous Anthony’s Home Port [...]

Jennifer Lopez Joins Beyonce's The Sound of Change Live Concert

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 03 May 2013 17:22:10 +0000

This is too much diva for one stage and the world might stop spinning on its axis, as Jennifer Lopez will join Beyonce at The Sound of Change live concert, slated to take place at Twickenham Stadium in London on June 1. That's a whole lotta diva. Can London handle it? If not, ya'll can just bow down, b----es.

Macklemore + Ryan Lewis Announce 2013 World Tour Dates

Jessica Sager — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:17:42 +0000

Get ready to pop some tags! Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are hitting the road in support of their breakout smash ‘The Heist.’ The hip-hop duo will kick off their world tour in London this September with more dates to follow for their North American leg. Lewis and Macklemore have demonstrated some true live prowess as [...]

One Direction to Tour U.S. in Scooby Doo Mystery Machine

Kat Lee — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 16:35:30 +0000

What better way to hit the open road of the great United States than in your very own replica of the Scooby Doo Mystery Machine? That’s precisely what the boys of One Direction will be doing! According to The Mirror, the guys are spending approximately $100,000 (about £70,000) on their very own custom-wrapped vintage VW Camper [...]

Beyonce Banned Photographers from Her Concert Tour, So That Should Go Well

Ryan Anderson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:01:10 +0000

Back in February, Beyonce and/or her publicist launched an all-out war against a crop of unflattering pictures that turned up among the myriad of gorgeous ones during her Super Bowl performance. Now, she's upped the ante -- and banished photographers from her new world tour.

Because, like our grandparents, Beyonce's people apparently assume cell phones can only make calls.

Adam Lambert Teams Up With the Trevor Project + Offers Special VIP Concert to Contest Winners

Jessica Sager — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:31:22 +0000

After receiving criticism for not doing enough work for gay rights to nab his coveted GLAAD Award, Adam Lambert rolled his perfectly lined eyes, muttered "Whataya want from me?" and went right back to promoting the cause.

Selena Gomez Announces Stars Dance Tour

Kat Lee — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 22:46:21 +0000

Looks like Selena Gomez has her life planned out all the way through November! After performing 'Come & Get It,' for the first time at the MTV Movie Awards, the songstress is embarking on her four-month long, 57-city, 15-country Stars Dance tour!

Rihanna Cancels Houston Concert

Jessica Sager — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:10:27 +0000

Everything is bigger in Texas — even the disappointment. Rihanna has bailed on yet another stop on her Diamonds world tour. This time, the ‘Stay’ songstress canceled her concert for tonight (April 15) in Houston. The Associated Press reports that the Bajan superstar is sitting it out “as a result of illness.” Live Nation said [...]

Selah Sue Announces 2013 North American Tour

Kat Lee — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:39:54 +0000

Selah Sue (real name Sanne Putseys) is planning a North American invasion and you better catch her on tour before it’s too late! The ‘Crazy Vibes’ singer is hitting the road across Canada and the United States in the month of June. Her short tour begins in Toronto at the Virgin Mobile Mod Club on [...]