As a result of her great success with the latest albums, Avril announced the following:
Following the enormous success of her third studio album and second consecutive US #1 debut, Best Damn Thing, Avril Lavigne has announced plans for her 2008 "Best Damn Tour" to be extended to include a full European leg. Produced by Live Nation, the tour will begin on 26th May in Glasgow, UK. Last month Lavigne announced a 32-date North American tour and today has revealed details of her plans for Europe.
"I can't wait to get back out on the road!" says Lavigne, "I have the most fun when I am performing for the fans. I think that energy comes through in my live show."
Best Damn Thing, released in April 2007, is already certified platinum in the UK and throughout Europe and has sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. Produced by Butch Walker (The Donnas, American Hi-Fi, Lavigne's second album Under My Skin), Dr. Luke (Pink, Lady Sovereign), Rob Cavallo (Green Day, My Chemical Romance) and her husband Deryck Whibley, Best Damn Thing was made with fun in mind. This is evident from the first single, "Girlfriend," reaching #1 around the world. Fans can expect to see the high-spirited energy of the record come to life through Lavigne's stage show, which will feature dancers and a live band.
Having sold close to 30 million albums worldwide, Avril Lavigne is quickly paving her own path to rock 'n' roll royalty. She burst onto the music scene in 2002 with the critically acclaimed Let Go, which featured the smash singles "Sk8r Boi" and "Complicated." Let Go earned Lavigne eight Grammy nominations and has sold more than 16 million copies worldwide. Her 2004 sophomore effort, Under My Skin, debuted at #1 around the world, as did her much anticipated third album, Best Damn Thing. Lavigne is also making a name for herself in the acting world, with a recent role in the Richard Linklater-directed Fast Food Nation and voice work in the animated Over the Hedge. For more information visit www.avrillavigne.com.
Jan 1, 2008
Paul McCartney owns it all!
This has been released just today:
The UK's recorded music association, the BPI, today unveiled the winner of the prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music Award. Paul McCartney, the most successful musician and composer of all time will be recognised with the coveted trophy, a gift from the Council of the BPI, at The BRIT Awards with MasterCard 2008 on Wednesday 20 February.
In an extra special night, Paul McCartney will take to the stage to be honoured with the ultimate BRITs accolade and also perform some of his greatest hits in front of the audiences at Earls Court and at home as millions tune in to watch the show broadcast live on ITV1.
Ged Doherty, Chairman of The BRITs Committee said: "This is a historic moment for the BRITs. Sir Paul McCartney is one of the greatest songwriters of all time and a member of Britain's biggest ever group. It is a special honour for me to be able to confirm such an influential and important artist to accept the Outstanding Contribution Award and perform at this year's BRITs."
BPI chief executive Geoff Taylor added: "Over a career spanning five decades and more than 100 million albums, very few contemporary artists have had as significant an impact on British music and culture as Sir Paul. Few artists can truly be described as legends, and even fewer are revered by the public like Sir Paul. He richly deserves the accolade of legend yet - as anyone fortunate enough to see him on stage will testify - he remains one of today's most compelling performers. BRITs 2008 is shaping up to be a classic."
One of the founding members of The Beatles, Paul McCartney is one of the UK's most revered recording artists.
Paul McCartney and John Lennon formed one of the most influential and successful song-writing partnerships in the history of rock and roll. After leaving The Beatles, McCartney went on to launch a triumphant solo career and formed the band Wings with his wife Linda. Paul McCartney's love of music spans many genres from Rock and Roll right through to Classical with Ecce Cor Meum [Behold My Heart] being voted Classical Album of the Year at The Classical BRIT Awards in 2007.
The UK's recorded music association, the BPI, today unveiled the winner of the prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Music Award. Paul McCartney, the most successful musician and composer of all time will be recognised with the coveted trophy, a gift from the Council of the BPI, at The BRIT Awards with MasterCard 2008 on Wednesday 20 February.
In an extra special night, Paul McCartney will take to the stage to be honoured with the ultimate BRITs accolade and also perform some of his greatest hits in front of the audiences at Earls Court and at home as millions tune in to watch the show broadcast live on ITV1.
Ged Doherty, Chairman of The BRITs Committee said: "This is a historic moment for the BRITs. Sir Paul McCartney is one of the greatest songwriters of all time and a member of Britain's biggest ever group. It is a special honour for me to be able to confirm such an influential and important artist to accept the Outstanding Contribution Award and perform at this year's BRITs."
BPI chief executive Geoff Taylor added: "Over a career spanning five decades and more than 100 million albums, very few contemporary artists have had as significant an impact on British music and culture as Sir Paul. Few artists can truly be described as legends, and even fewer are revered by the public like Sir Paul. He richly deserves the accolade of legend yet - as anyone fortunate enough to see him on stage will testify - he remains one of today's most compelling performers. BRITs 2008 is shaping up to be a classic."
One of the founding members of The Beatles, Paul McCartney is one of the UK's most revered recording artists.
Paul McCartney and John Lennon formed one of the most influential and successful song-writing partnerships in the history of rock and roll. After leaving The Beatles, McCartney went on to launch a triumphant solo career and formed the band Wings with his wife Linda. Paul McCartney's love of music spans many genres from Rock and Roll right through to Classical with Ecce Cor Meum [Behold My Heart] being voted Classical Album of the Year at The Classical BRIT Awards in 2007.
Dec 28, 2007
Happy Christmas!
As the admin of this blog, I would like to wish you all a merry Christmas and a great 2008 year! Let's hope that music can be part of our daily routine and that many more new songs will come out and rock the hell out of our heads!!!!
A great year =D
Music in our lifes
Can you really express how important is music in your life? I bet you can't... It's not about lifestyle or leisure activity, it's far more than that or anything else... This is why I started this blog and Why I hope that you can take full advantage of my articles and news, as well as the lyrics that I will be posting! I really hope that you can have a good time here! =D
It seems to be that this is all for now....
Cya in the upcoming posts :)
It seems to be that this is all for now....
Cya in the upcoming posts :)
Dec 24, 2007
Vitoria Beckam in action!
Victoria Beckham has reportedly infuriated her fellow Spice Girls by booking the best row of seats at the band's UK concerts.
Posh Spice Victoria has a block booking in the front row of London's O2 arena for her family so they have the best views available.
However, Mel B, Geri Halliwell, Emma Bunton and Mel C are said to be furious that their families have been relegated to cheaper seats, which were allocated by the promoters.
A source said: "Victoria got in first and made sure her nearest and dearest would have the best seats in the house to see the Spice comeback. "She booked a whole row just for her family so they had the best view of the stage.
"The girls' jaws dropped when they found they had been beaten to the punch by Victoria."
The band opened their London shows on Saturday (15.12.07) to a sold-out audience.
Victoria's three sons, Brooklyn, eight, Romeo, five, and two-year-old Cruz, were in the crowd accompanied by Victoria's parents, Jackie and Tony, her sister Louise, brother Christian and her nieces and nephews. Her soccer star husband David was also in the audience but was sat away from the family.
The boys also watched their mother in action the following night and on Tuesday (18.12.07) they appeared on the stage with her during the band's hit song 'Mama'.
They were joined by Mel B's daughters, Phoenix, eight, and eight-month-old Angel, and Emma's four-month-old baby boy Beau.
The only Spice child missing was Geri Halliwell's 19-month-old daughter Bluebell, who is ill with chickenpox.
Mel C is the only member of the bands yet to become a mother.
Posh Spice Victoria has a block booking in the front row of London's O2 arena for her family so they have the best views available.
However, Mel B, Geri Halliwell, Emma Bunton and Mel C are said to be furious that their families have been relegated to cheaper seats, which were allocated by the promoters.
A source said: "Victoria got in first and made sure her nearest and dearest would have the best seats in the house to see the Spice comeback. "She booked a whole row just for her family so they had the best view of the stage.
"The girls' jaws dropped when they found they had been beaten to the punch by Victoria."
The band opened their London shows on Saturday (15.12.07) to a sold-out audience.
Victoria's three sons, Brooklyn, eight, Romeo, five, and two-year-old Cruz, were in the crowd accompanied by Victoria's parents, Jackie and Tony, her sister Louise, brother Christian and her nieces and nephews. Her soccer star husband David was also in the audience but was sat away from the family.
The boys also watched their mother in action the following night and on Tuesday (18.12.07) they appeared on the stage with her during the band's hit song 'Mama'.
They were joined by Mel B's daughters, Phoenix, eight, and eight-month-old Angel, and Emma's four-month-old baby boy Beau.
The only Spice child missing was Geri Halliwell's 19-month-old daughter Bluebell, who is ill with chickenpox.
Mel C is the only member of the bands yet to become a mother.
Marlyn Manson to sue ex-bandmate!
Marilyn Manson has struck back against a former bandmate by countersuing for breach of contract.
The rocker claimed in court papers filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court that keyboardist Stephen Bier did not carry out obligations to take part in master recordings, concerts and the selling of band merchandise.
Bier — known by his stage name, Madonna Wayne Gacy — filed his own breach of contract lawsuit against Manson in August seeking more than $20 million.
Bier claimed Manson stiffed him on salary and medical support while using band profits to live a lavish lifestyle. He claimed Manson used the funds to buy a mansion, pay for drug treatment, produce a movie, buy Nazi memorabilia and hold a fancy wedding.
Manson's complaint claimed the pair's business partnership was dissolved in 1996 after the singer became the clear leader of the band.
Although Bier has been paid income for CD royalties, live performances and income from band merchandising, he has "failed to render services to the best of his ability and in a practical and cooperative manner," according to Manson's suit.
His suit accuses Bier of showing up late for band recordings, performances and promotional appearances, and giving confidential band information to the media and other people without Manson's consent.
Manson is seeking unspecified general and special damages. He also is seeking a court order preventing Bier from releasing more confidential band information.
Messages left Thursday for Bier's attorney and Manson's attorney were not immediately returned.
The rocker claimed in court papers filed Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court that keyboardist Stephen Bier did not carry out obligations to take part in master recordings, concerts and the selling of band merchandise.
Bier — known by his stage name, Madonna Wayne Gacy — filed his own breach of contract lawsuit against Manson in August seeking more than $20 million.
Bier claimed Manson stiffed him on salary and medical support while using band profits to live a lavish lifestyle. He claimed Manson used the funds to buy a mansion, pay for drug treatment, produce a movie, buy Nazi memorabilia and hold a fancy wedding.
Manson's complaint claimed the pair's business partnership was dissolved in 1996 after the singer became the clear leader of the band.
Although Bier has been paid income for CD royalties, live performances and income from band merchandising, he has "failed to render services to the best of his ability and in a practical and cooperative manner," according to Manson's suit.
His suit accuses Bier of showing up late for band recordings, performances and promotional appearances, and giving confidential band information to the media and other people without Manson's consent.
Manson is seeking unspecified general and special damages. He also is seeking a court order preventing Bier from releasing more confidential band information.
Messages left Thursday for Bier's attorney and Manson's attorney were not immediately returned.
Kaiser Chiefs show!
Kaiser Chiefs are to play a show in their home city of Leeds tonight, it has been confirmed.
The band will support The Cribs on the final night of their three date run of charity concerts at the Brudenell Social Club to support cystic fibrosis organisations.
Ricky Wilson and co follow Franz Ferdinand and Kate Nash in appearing alongside the indie three-piece.
The Cribs have been playing their album back catalogue at the gigs, and will run through this year's "Man's Needs, Woman's Need's, Whatever" tonight.
Kylie Minogue play Elland Road stadium in Leeds on May 24, 2008.
The band will support The Cribs on the final night of their three date run of charity concerts at the Brudenell Social Club to support cystic fibrosis organisations.
Ricky Wilson and co follow Franz Ferdinand and Kate Nash in appearing alongside the indie three-piece.
The Cribs have been playing their album back catalogue at the gigs, and will run through this year's "Man's Needs, Woman's Need's, Whatever" tonight.
Kylie Minogue play Elland Road stadium in Leeds on May 24, 2008.
Jamie Lynn Spears Wedding
| The 16-year-old actress - the sister of Britney Spears - is pregnant by her 19-year-old boyfriend, but his uncle, Pastor Odus Jackson, is adamant they will not rush into marriage. Jackson said: "They may or may not get married. You just never know. "I hope they will stick it out and get married for the child's sake and their sake. But if they're not in love and it was just a fantasy, they don't need to make the same mistake twice." Jackson, who is a pastor at Galilee First Baptist Church in Gloster, Mississippi, believes Casey should not have been allowed to go and live near Jamie Lynn in California. He added to People magazine: "He was a typical country boy growing up. He's never given the family a whole lot of problems - no more than most teenagers. "To me, personally, when he was allowed to go out to California part of his senior year. You know when you put boy and girl together, it don't work. Testosterone is tough to control. "We know that it's national news, more than just a boy-girl mess up. But we're not used to media down here." |
Moby is frustrated!
| The musician phoned the hotel lobby to ask for a fan for his room because he was very hot. However, the receptionist at the hotel in Kiev, Ukraine, misunderstood and thought he wanted a fan of the female variety. Moby told the New York Post newspaper: "It was very hot in the hotel and they had no air-conditioning. At four in the morning, I called the front desk and asked if they could send up a fan. The guy put me on hold, and came back, and said, 'There are no fans.' "We had this long confused conversation and finally he said he was sorry, but there are no women in the lobby. He thought I meant a groupie. Eventually I was able to explain to him that I meant a plastic thing that spun in the air. So he was able to finally send up an actual plastic fan." |
iTUNES will be sued!
Music manager Simon Cowell is considering launching legal proceedings against iTunes - after fans were prevented from downloading one of his top client's singles.
Massive demand for X Factor winner Leon Jackson's debut single caused the music firm's servers to crash shortly after it went on sale on Saturday.
As a result thousands of fans were unable to purchase the single, When You Believe, which logged a disappointing 36,669 sales in three days - and record label bosses are reportedly fuming.
An insider at the Cowell-owned SonyBMG tells The Sun, "Everybody here is up in arms.
"There's been a monumental cock up. Simon is hugely disappointed about the situation and is considering launching legal proceedings.
"Everybody is really upset for Leon and don't want technical malfunctions to mar his big week."
A spokesperson for iTunes declined to comment.
Massive demand for X Factor winner Leon Jackson's debut single caused the music firm's servers to crash shortly after it went on sale on Saturday.
As a result thousands of fans were unable to purchase the single, When You Believe, which logged a disappointing 36,669 sales in three days - and record label bosses are reportedly fuming.
An insider at the Cowell-owned SonyBMG tells The Sun, "Everybody here is up in arms.
"There's been a monumental cock up. Simon is hugely disappointed about the situation and is considering launching legal proceedings.
"Everybody is really upset for Leon and don't want technical malfunctions to mar his big week."
A spokesperson for iTunes declined to comment.
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