Shapeshifters are back and with a new project!

Do you still remember listening Shapeshifters on the radio and night clubs? =)


Shapeshifters become Defected Records newest exclusive signing.

Defected Records are proud to announce their latest signing, Simon Marlin and Max Reich aka The Shapeshifters. An exclusive agreement was signed this week which signifies a promising future for the artists and the label.

In a statement to Defected they exclaim: 'Today is the start of a new relationship with Defected Records as our record company and the next chapter for us as recording artists and DJs. We have been long time fans of the label and admirers of Simon’s A+R ethos.'

The Shapeshifters have, over the past 4 years, established themselves as a chart-topping production partnership and internationally recognized DJ team, best known for their 2004 UK No1, 'Lola’s Theme’ and their 2006 top 10 'Back to Basics’.

Defected Records is recognised as the world’s biggest independent House music label that undertakes the release of both underground projects as well as releases that appeal to the mainstream with key artists that include Bob Sinclar, Junior Jack and Sandy Rivera aka (Kings of Tomorrow).

As an introduction to the label they will headline at Defected Records showcase event at The Miami Winter Music conference alongside other heavy hitting artists.

Simon Dunmore, Defected Records chief A & R and label head states; 'Signing to Defected will enable The Shapeshifters to be more diverse in their releases, from credible dance floor hits to crossover radio opportunities. Aside from the music it also broadens Defected’s events line ups which is a key part to our business going forward. It is these kind of deals that are the future for independent dance labels'.

Radiohead rule out many shows this year...

Radiohead rule the world of music, can't you see it? =D


While Radiohead fans eagerly waited to see if their beloved saviours of beep-rock were going to have the headline spot at Glastonbury, only to be disappointed, Thom Yorke and co were busy shaking their heads at the world-polluting festival.

Speaking to The Sun, Yorke said, "What we're trying to do is only play in areas that have a public transport infrastructure in place, so that rules out Glastonbury for this year."

It probably rules out a number of American shows this year too.

A large part of a concert's pollution comes from the fact that people drive to concerts in cars, either alone or in pairs, rather than on public transport.

So if you're going to see Radiohead, catch the train, bus, tram, boat, or anything else you can think of that is public (except a taxi...). Or don't and say you did.

John Lennon will be the inspiration for an ice-cream!

John is going to be the man who inspired a new ice-cream! =D How world is absolutely crazy...


John Lennon has inspired a new ice-cream flavour at Ben & Jerry's.

'Imagine Whirled Peace is a toffee, cookies and fudge flavour and has peace signs whirled through it.

At the Ben & Jerry's site, they say "When Ben & Jerry's wanted to talk about peace, we couldn't think of a better person to exemplify the message than John Lennon. Through his art and lyrics he imagined a world without war and asked us all to 'Give Peace a Chance'. We hope this whirly mixture of toffee cookies and fudge peace signs enlightens your bellies and souls and makes you ask what you can do to promote peace in your lives".

But beware. That peace fudge might create war with your stomach. The ice-cream comes with the warning "The Fudge Peace Sign Pieces Are Manufactured On Equipment That Also Processes Peanuts And Tree Nuts".

Jeff Healey died in Toronto Hospital...

Jeff Healey has died in Toronto... Life is difficult, they say... Let's keep a good memory of him! =)


Guitarist and bandleader Jeff Healey dies in Toronto hospital.

Following a lengthy struggle with cancer, Healey passes away on the eve of the release of a new blues rock album.

Jeff Healey, arguably one of the most distinctive guitar players of our time, died today (Sunday March 2) in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Toronto. He was 41, and leaves his wife, Cristie, daughter Rachel (13) and son Derek (three), as well as his father and step-mother, Bud and Rose Healey, and sisters Laura and Linda.

Funeral and memorial arrangements are pending.

Robbed of his sight as a baby due to a rare form of cancer, retino blastoma, and he started to play guitar when he was three, holding the instrument unconventionally across his lap. He formed his first band at 17, but soon formed a trio which was named the Jeff Healey Band.

After his appearance in the movie Road House, he was signed to Arista records, and in 1988 released the Grammy-nominated album See the Light, which included a major hit single, Angel Eyes. He earned a Juno Award in 1990 as Entertainer of the Year.

Amy has a new problem in her life...

Amy was diagnosed a facial infection and she can't stand it! =D


Amy Winehouse has been diagnosed with impetigo after suffering from a painful lump on her face.

The troubled singer - who tried to hide her swollen, bruised left cheek as she moved into her new east London home last week - discovered she had the contagious skin infection during an emergency doctor's appointment.

Amy's spokesman confirmed at the weekend: "Amy has been diagnosed with impetigo which she has been told can be highly contagious.

Because of that she has been put on antibiotics and may have to stay home alone for the next few days."

Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection that causes blistering and an itchy rash.

Meanwhile, Amy is reportedly being ordered back to rehab by her record bosses today (03.03.08).

Artic Monkeys are having agreat time now!

Arctic Monkeys fans are just crazy about seeing their band being nominated for so much prizes! Who wouldn't? =D


Arctic Monkeys have won a glorious triple dominating the NME Music Awards again this year, picking up three gongs.

The Sheffield rockers claimed the awards for Best British Band, Best Track for 'Fluorescent Adolescent' and Best Video for 'Teddy Picker'.

The band's single Fluorescent Adolescent won them best track and they scooped best video for Teddy Picker.

Best album went to Klaxons for Myths of the Near Future while Kate Nash beat Amy Winehouse to the music weekly's best solo artist title.

Muse were presented with the best live band award and US group The Killers took best international act.

The Enemy beat the Pigeon Detectives and The Wombats in the best band category at the awards, which took place at the O2 in Greenwich, south-east London.

The Manic Street Preachers, who performed at the ceremony, were awarded the NME's Godlike Genius honour.

For the second year running the Reading and Leeds festivals won best live event and cult BBC Three comedy The Mighty Boosh took best TV show.

Babyshambles frontman Pete Doherty was voted hero of the year by the magazine's readers, while US President George W Bush was named villain of the year.

Britney Spears's Blackout got the thumbs down and was voted worst album and The Hoosiers were named worst band.

HELMET new guitarist announced!

HELMET have a new guitarist and it seems that his name has just been announced! :O


Influential alternative rock pioneers HELMET have announced the addition of guitarist Dan Beeman to the group's ranks. Beeman replaces the band's most recent axeman, Jimmy Thompson, who reportedly decided to move back to his native Australia at the end of 2007.

In a recent interview with Ultimate-Guitar.com, HELMET mainman Page Hamilton stated about Dan, "He is from Minneapolis and his . . . brother Pete is the drummer in BURNING BRIDES who toured with us [before].

"Dan knew all of us in HELMET and loved the music of HELMET and had just moved to Los Angeles a couple of months before we auditioned him. So it just worked out great for him and for us too. So we're really fortunate."

Nadine is dating Josh Hartnett, it seems...

Nadine is dating the famous actor Josh Hartnett and I wished she would date me instead! But who doesn't love the girl? =D


Girls Aloud singer Nadine Coyle is reportedly dating actor Josh Hartnett.

The pair have sparked romance rumours after being seen together on a number occasions in Los Angeles last week, including drinks at temporary Oscar venue Blanco 101.

A source told Britain's Daily Star newspaper: "The whole of Hollywood was talking about Josh and this pretty Irish girl. "Not everyone knows Girls Aloud here so people were trying to work out who this stunning girl was.

"They were spotted at Blanco 101 looking very much like a couple and chatting over drinks until the early hours." Nadine - whose on/off relationship with 'Desperate Housewives' hunk Jesse Metcalfe' ended in January - was supposed to be flying back to the UK for the BRIT Awards earlier this month, but was forced to remain in the US when she lost her passport.

Sources say the 22-year-old singer quickly got over her disappointment thanks to her new friend Josh. Meanwhile, the 29-year-old actor - who previously dated Scarlett Johansson and has been romantically linked to Rihanna, Kirsten Dunst and Rumer Willis
- was left red-faced when he was forced to fly in economy class back to New York following the Oscars.

A source said: "The flight was so overbooked there was no way he was going to get upgraded, but that didn't stop him trying. There were so many stars on the flight, when he went up to the counter to ask about a waiting list they told him, 'You're number 55.' "

Mick Hucknall is going to tour again!

It looks like Mick is going to travel the world again! These are incredible news for the fans! =D


For the very first time Mick Hucknall is stepping out from Simply Red, and has announced a new European Summer tour to support his eagerly anticipated debut solo studio LP 'Tribute To Bobby’, released May 19th.

The Bobby in question is the enormously influential African- American singer Bobby 'Blue’ Bland, sometimes referred to as the 'Lion of the Blues’.

'Tribute to Bobby’ is a twelve track master class in soul, blues and R&B and a tribute to one of Hucknall’s most important inspirations and musical idols. Along with such artists as Sam Cooke, Ray Charles and Junior Parker, Bland developed a sound that mixed gospel with blues and R&B.

He sang classics such as big-band blues number 'Farther Up The Road’ (US R&B top 10 hit in 1957) and perfected his craft in the 1960’s with a series of releases including 'Cry Cry Cry’ and 'I Pity The Fool’.

Bobby 'Blue’ Bland perhaps achieved his greatest recognition much later in his career; in 1992 he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in 1997 he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Mick Hucknall’s passion and respect for Bobby Bland is unquestioned
'I’d been listening to Bobby’s songs for so long that is was almost second nature to try and do these tunes', he says.

Rihanna and Chris are together and happy!

Rihanna and Chris Brown are together and the fans are going absolutely wild about it! =D



The 'Umbrella' singer and the R'n'B star have been enjoying a romantic holiday in Jamaica and couldn't keep their hands off each other during a dip in the Hilton Kingston Hotel pool.

A source told gossip website pagesix.com: "They were smooching in the pool and were really lovely dovey. They were playfully making out and he was kissing her on the neck.

"They were floating together with him carrying her and she kept saying, 'Don't get my hair wet!' She was very soft and feminine but he was like a big kid splashing all around."

The couple also got matching star tattoos on their necks during their break. Rihanna was first linked to Chris earlier this month after he helped her celebrate her 20th birthday. During the bash, Chris was given a standing ovation after he sang 'Happy Birthday' to beautiful Barbadian singer.