Saturday, 30 April 2011

Vazquez to step down from IFPI Latin America

Raul Vazquez is to step down as regional director of IFPI Latin America, after ten years in the role.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045053&c=1

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Monday Blog (*this may not all be true*)

Chris - is going to the gym then going to see a friend who ran the marathon yesterday

Dave - will be ice skating in Birmingham

Aled - is sleeeeeping for hours!!!! Then going to the gym

Dom - is roller skating in Southend with Daley Thompson (*this may not be true*)

Tina - has work bits and bobs to do, lots of washing, then afternoon tea with Lily Allen (*this also may not be true*)

Sam - lots of work, meetings - then may tackle the gravel again. Again, not a euphemism.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/monday_blog_this_may_not_all_b.html

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Renzer leaves Universal Publishing

Universal Music Publishing chairman and CEO David Renzer has stepped down from his role after leading the company for the last seven years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045038&c=1

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Josh Groban Fans Can Submit Questions For Him to Answer on Tour Via Text

This week, the always faboo Josh Groban began rehearsals for his first full-scale global arena tour in four years: the 2011 "Straight To You" World Tour. It's going to be an interactive show, since fans will be able to submit questions via text in advance, which Groban will answer at his shows! More

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/josh-groban-fans-can-submit-questions-for-him-to-answer-on-tour-via-text/8938508

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This, is my skin

Ok, that was a poor attempt at being a bit like Kate Nash, the title of this blog, but it's about Skins. We've spent today (my birthday) in the office drinking tea, eating cake and working out which Skins characters...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/this_is_my_skin.shtml

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Singer Femi Kuti Named Best Artist By "Songlines" Magazine

Reuters reports that Nigerian singer Femi Kuti was named Best Artist in Songlines magazine's annual world music awards, winning praise for dynamic songs that railed against corruption and repression in Africa. Kuti had stepped out of the shadow of his father, the legendary Fela Kuti, with his album

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/singer-femi-kuti-named-best-artist-by-songlines-magazine/8938506

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The Joys of Summer: The Most Highly Anticipated Albums of Summer 2011

Can you believe we're already talking about the most anticipated albums of the summer? It seems like just yesterday we were planning our New Year's Eve party. Before you know, it will be 2012 and we'll be talking about the Top Ten Ways to Protect Yourself Against the Mayan Apocalypse. Summer isn't

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/the-joys-of-summer-the-most-highly-anticipated-albums-of-summer-2011/8938514

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Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle

Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml

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Renzer leaves Universal Publishing

Universal Music Publishing chairman and CEO David Renzer has stepped down from his role after leading the company for the last seven years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045038&c=1

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Mac's podcast links

So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml

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TV helps Adele back to number one in US

With Haley Reinhart performing Rolling In The Deep on American Idol, Gwyneth Paltrow belting out Turning Tables on Glee, and Easter gifting all playing a part, Adele?s 21 surges back to the top of the US album chart this week.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045054&c=1

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Mark Wahlberg and Justin Bieber to Work Together on a Film?

Rapper-turned-actor Mark Wahlberg told New York magazine that he and teen sensation Justin Bieber are planning to do a movie together and that he's in talks with Paramount on the project. Oh snap! "He loves the idea," Wahlberg said about The Bieb. "He's been sending me video, he sent me a video of

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/mark-wahlberg-and-justin-bieber-to-work-together-on-a-film/8938496

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Secret Garden Party founder heads to US

Fred Fellowes, the creator of The Secret Garden Party festival, is heading Stateside to create the Escape To New York event, billed as a ?creative art, music and interactive performance party?.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045030&c=1

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Panic At The Disco dates!

Hey, Hope you all heard the lovely Brendan from Panic (note the lack of !) At The Disco on the show. Not only did he make us laugh and sing with Annie but he also announced EXCLUSIVELY the UK...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/panic_at_the_disco_dates_1.shtml

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Stargate's Hermansen extends deal with EMI Publishing

EMI Music Publishing has extended its worldwide agreement with one half of songwriting and production duo Stargate, Tor Erik Hermansen.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045042&c=1

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John Barry to be honoured at Classic Brits

Late film composer John Barry is to receive the award for Outstanding Contribution to Music at the 2011 Classic Brits.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045033&c=1

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Tuesday's Blog

Chris - may go home for a power nap, then he'll do some training, have some tea and then go to bed early (as he didn't sleep much last night)

Olly - is visiting several shops this morning, then he's going to lunch and this afternoon he's getting some treatment for his throat

Dom - has another meeting about his Loch Ness Monster documentary idea

Tina - is watching the Spurs vs. Real Madrid game tonight

Aled - is hoping for a day of sleep - after failing to catch up on it last night!

Sam - has meetings and lots of work - she is considering getting her roots done, though

Matt - has a presentation to compile for playlist tomorrow and then he's going out for a drink with a mate who's visiting from oversees

Dave - is off this week

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/tuesdays_blog.html

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Imagem signs French Horn Rebellion

Imagem Music is keen to build awareness of indie-electro duo French Horn Rebellion after signing the band to a global co-publishing agreement.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045032&c=1

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Stargate's Hermansen extends deal with EMI Publishing

EMI Music Publishing has extended its worldwide agreement with one half of songwriting and production duo Stargate, Tor Erik Hermansen.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045042&c=1

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Moving gravel is not a euphemism

Chris - will be going to the gym (4th and final session of the week), and then he has a few bits and bobs to do - he'll then treat himself to a few drinks tonight

Dave - is going to Birmingham to ice skate all weekend

Dom - will be having a nice relaxing time by not doing a lot

Tina - will be doing a little voiceover for Football Focus and then appearing on BBC3's 60 second news

Sam - will be moving gravel from the front garden to the back. This is not a euphemism.

Aled - will be pretty much spending all weekend playing with gadgets in Birmingham!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/moving_gravel_is_not_a_euphemi.html

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Downtown joins forces with dms.fm

Online music licensing application dms.fm has joined forces with Downtown Music Publishing to help music supervisors engage with its catalogue.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045043&c=1

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Tom Morello to Release "Union Town" Benefit EP Digitally on May 17th

Tom Morello is set to release Union Town EP via New West Records digitally on May 17th with a physical CD and vinyl release to follow on July 19th. All profits from Union Town will benefit The America Votes Labor Unity Fund via SaveWorkers.org. The studio recording consists of eight pro-union songs

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/tom-morello-to-release-union-town-benefit-ep-digitally-on-may-17th/8938502

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This, is my skin

Ok, that was a poor attempt at being a bit like Kate Nash, the title of this blog, but it's about Skins. We've spent today (my birthday) in the office drinking tea, eating cake and working out which Skins characters...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/this_is_my_skin.shtml

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IDENTITY Tour to Launch This Summer

If you are an electronic music fan, then you will want to fall victim to IDENTITY theft! That's because, this summer, the IDENTITY tour will debut and it's the first-ever touring electronic music only festival that will visit major outdoor amphitheatres throughout North America in August and

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/identity-tour-to-launch-this-summer/8938503

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Friday, 29 April 2011

Singer Femi Kuti Named Best Artist By "Songlines" Magazine

Reuters reports that Nigerian singer Femi Kuti was named Best Artist in Songlines magazine's annual world music awards, winning praise for dynamic songs that railed against corruption and repression in Africa. Kuti had stepped out of the shadow of his father, the legendary Fela Kuti, with his album

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/singer-femi-kuti-named-best-artist-by-songlines-magazine/8938506

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Warner faces download suit from hip-hop label

Warner Music Group is facing legal action from DM Records over the alleged unlicensed sale of downloads.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045051&c=1

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Monday Blog (*this may not all be true*)

Chris - is going to the gym then going to see a friend who ran the marathon yesterday

Dave - will be ice skating in Birmingham

Aled - is sleeeeeping for hours!!!! Then going to the gym

Dom - is roller skating in Southend with Daley Thompson (*this may not be true*)

Tina - has work bits and bobs to do, lots of washing, then afternoon tea with Lily Allen (*this also may not be true*)

Sam - lots of work, meetings - then may tackle the gravel again. Again, not a euphemism.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/monday_blog_this_may_not_all_b.html

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Come play with us!

All this week we have been having fun playing games in the lead up to the Easter weekend - listen back and play along!

Happy Easter everyone!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/come_play_with_us.html

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Wednesday Blog Is On

Chris - has a couple of meetings then straight off to record celebrity juice!

Dave - is ice skating in Nottingham

Aled - is doing an interview with a newspaper, has a meeting with online, online training, playlist meeting, then talking to a painter to discuss his windows

Dom - is BBQing again

Tina - is going shopping today for some pieces for her summer collection

Sam - has got a couple of meetings, a fair bit of work to do - but is hopefully going to have her lunch in the sunshine!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/wednesday_blog_is_on.html

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Josh Groban Fans Can Submit Questions For Him to Answer on Tour Via Text

This week, the always faboo Josh Groban began rehearsals for his first full-scale global arena tour in four years: the 2011 "Straight To You" World Tour. It's going to be an interactive show, since fans will be able to submit questions via text in advance, which Groban will answer at his shows! More

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/josh-groban-fans-can-submit-questions-for-him-to-answer-on-tour-via-text/8938508

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Come play with us!

All this week we have been having fun playing games in the lead up to the Easter weekend - listen back and play along!

Happy Easter everyone!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/come_play_with_us.html

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Lady Gaga Releases Gagavision No. 44

Gagavsion No. 44 has been released and we get more intimate visions of our Mother Monster and heroine! She talks about how she feels morally obligated to push the boundaries of love and acceptance and talks about pushing technology and fashion forward! If there is one thing that Lady Gaga is, it's

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-gaga-releases-gagavision-no-44/8938509

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Whittingdale at PRS AGM

The influential chairman of the Culture Media and Sport select committee John Whittingdale will be the guest speaker at this year?s PRS for Music AGM next month.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045036&c=1

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Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml

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Tina screams!

Download Tina screaming her way through revision on a rollercoaster!

Get it here

(Click on the link to hear it or right click and 'save link as')

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/tina_screams.html

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Imagem signs French Horn Rebellion

Imagem Music is keen to build awareness of indie-electro duo French Horn Rebellion after signing the band to a global co-publishing agreement.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045032&c=1

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Mojo hooks up with Glenfiddich for awards deal

Bauer?s Mojo magazine has agreed a headline sponsorship deal with Glenfiddich for its annual awards ceremony, the Mojo Honours List.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045027&c=1

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Revis Reunite Due to Fan Demand

Arena rock band Revis, formerly signed to Epic in the '00s, will hit the high road on a 17-date tour of the Midwest and Southern states next month starting on May 8th in Jacksonville, Florida. Revis want to keep their fans happy and are insisting on keeping ticket prices at $10 or less on all tour

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/revis-reunite-due-to-fan-demand/8938485

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Thursday's Blog - Embracing Easter

Chris - has proper meetings, then drink meetings because it's the start of the weekend this evening. Then he might be running the end of the London Marathon tomorrow...

Dave - is embracing Easter

Aled - is embarking on a mammoth trek back to mid Wales

Dom - is marking Easter in his own way - possibly with a BBQ

Tina - is having fun in the sun

Sam - will be moving gravel again (there's just so much of it!)

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/thursdays_blog_-_embracing_eas.html

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post christmas bloat

my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml

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One day till the Royal Wedding

Chris - is recording podcast links, having a meeting with Rob, then he's going for tea with Jingle Sandy and tonight he might have a relaxing night in

Dave - is going to Manchester

Dom - is writing and presenting the Oddbox

Tina - has hair appointments, a meeting and then she's going for a lunch (or maybe a date, she's dressed up today!)

Aled - has a meeting, record company appointments, a sleep and then starting Civilisation again

Matt - has loads of meetings today then tonight he's having an evening in

Sam - is going to try and stop Aled from playing Civilisation again.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/one_day_till_the_royw.html

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50 Cent Launches Comedy Website

No, it's not a joke! 50 Cent is launching a subscription-based comedy site. Given the rap guru's success with Vitamin Water, G-Unit clothing and his various technology interests, we predict his comedy site will do well. According to PopEater, the site's proper launch will take place here today and

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/50-cent-launches-comedy-website/8938473

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Kate Hudson and Muse's Matthew Bellamy Are Engaged

Whew, that was fast! Pregnant actress Kate Hudson confirmed Wednesday morning that she's now engaged to rocker Matthew Bellamy of the band Muse! Hudson spilled the beans to Today show host Matt Lauer, who noticed she was wearing a ring and commented on it mid-interview on Wednesday! "I'm engaged!"

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/kate-hudson-and-muse-s-matthew-bellamy-are-engaged/8938475

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It's Wednesday, OK?

Chris - is going to the gym and then will be writing some parodies

Dave - is going ice skating in Nottingham (twice)

Sam - has a fair few meetings then will be trying to get home for some sleep.

Matt - has several meetings and then tonight he's going for a curry with some mates

Dom - is meeting a man...sounds mysterious

Tina - will be having lunch with a friend and then doing some exercise

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/its_wednesday_ok.html

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Still screaming our way through the week...

Chris - will be working on some song parodies, cleaning his work desk, and be partaking in a mammoth training session

Aled - is going back to Birmingham for his gadgetry

Dave - has office bits to sort out , then he's off to a Newsbeat legend's leaving do

Sam - has lots of work to do - then going to the doctors . She's all good though!

Dom - is presenting The Odd Box and going to a Newsbeat legend's leaving do

Tina - boring office stuff then later will also be going to a Newsbeat legend's leaving do

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/still_screaming_our_way_throug.html

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Thursday, 28 April 2011

Whittingdale at PRS AGM

The influential chairman of the Culture Media and Sport select committee John Whittingdale will be the guest speaker at this year?s PRS for Music AGM next month.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045036&c=1

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Paul McCartney to Re-Issue "McCartney" and "McCartney II"

The most prolific songwriter of the modern era is Sir Paul McCartney and the ex-Beatle is going to re-issue his 1970 solo album, McCartney, as well as McCartney II, which came out a decade later in 1980, on June 13th with tons of extra sonic treats. NME.com reports that the re-issue of McCartney

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/paul-mccartney-to-re-issue-mccartney-and-mccartney-ii/8938466

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The Strokes Are Already Back in the Studio

The Strokes only recently released the new album Angles, but during promotional interviews for that album, the members of the band suggested that they would enter the studio already to begin working on new material. According to bassist Nikolai Fraiture, that suggestion has materialized. Fraiture

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/the-strokes-are-already-back-in-the-studio/8938487

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Universal and Billabong to work together on new products and services

Universal is teaming up with clothing brand Billabong on a global partnership that will bring together music and sport via a range of bespoke products and services.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045034&c=1

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The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video

Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml

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Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml

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Hellooo Tuesday

Chris - is filming for the R1BW advert

Dave - is going to Newcastle

Dom - is going to St James Palace to present an award

Tina - is going to Boxercise

Aled - is going to Birmingham to play with gadgets

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/hellooo_tuesday.html

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Come play with us!

All this week we have been having fun playing games in the lead up to the Easter weekend - listen back and play along!

Happy Easter everyone!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/come_play_with_us.html

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Elliot Minors Christmas Songs

Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml

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Secret Garden Party founder heads to US

Fred Fellowes, the creator of The Secret Garden Party festival, is heading Stateside to create the Escape To New York event, billed as a ?creative art, music and interactive performance party?.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045030&c=1

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Panic At The Disco dates!

Hey, Hope you all heard the lovely Brendan from Panic (note the lack of !) At The Disco on the show. Not only did he make us laugh and sing with Annie but he also announced EXCLUSIVELY the UK...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/panic_at_the_disco_dates_1.shtml

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Keren Ann to Launch North American Tour in June

Quintuple threat singer-songwriter-composer-producer-engineer Keren Ann kicks off her North American tour in June to support her latest album 101, on EMI's Blue Note Records. The 16-date run begins with two New York shows: June 7th at the Bell House in Brooklyn and June 8th at the Bowery Ballroom in

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/keren-ann-to-launch-north-american-tour-in-june/8938472

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Wednesday Blog Is On

Chris - has a couple of meetings then straight off to record celebrity juice!

Dave - is ice skating in Nottingham

Aled - is doing an interview with a newspaper, has a meeting with online, online training, playlist meeting, then talking to a painter to discuss his windows

Dom - is BBQing again

Tina - is going shopping today for some pieces for her summer collection

Sam - has got a couple of meetings, a fair bit of work to do - but is hopefully going to have her lunch in the sunshine!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/wednesday_blog_is_on.html

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Tina screams!

Download Tina screaming her way through revision on a rollercoaster!

Get it here

(Click on the link to hear it or right click and 'save link as')

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/tina_screams.html

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Moving gravel is not a euphemism

Chris - will be going to the gym (4th and final session of the week), and then he has a few bits and bobs to do - he'll then treat himself to a few drinks tonight

Dave - is going to Birmingham to ice skate all weekend

Dom - will be having a nice relaxing time by not doing a lot

Tina - will be doing a little voiceover for Football Focus and then appearing on BBC3's 60 second news

Sam - will be moving gravel from the front garden to the back. This is not a euphemism.

Aled - will be pretty much spending all weekend playing with gadgets in Birmingham!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/moving_gravel_is_not_a_euphemi.html

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Eminem, Foo Fighters, Muse, Coldplay to Headline Lollapalooza

I went to the first Lollapalooza so man, I feel old! Lollapalooza turns 20 in 2011 and the 2011 lineup is certainly one of best in the fest's two-decade history, so Lolla is celebrating in style. Eminem, Foo Fighters, Coldplay, Muse, My Morning Jacket and Deadmau5 are on tap to headline the

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/eminem-foo-fighters-muse-coldplay-to-headline-lollapalooza/8938452

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Coheed and Cambria to Play Free Show in Brooklyn on June 11th

Coheed and Cambria will be playing a free encore performance of their wildly successful "Neverender: SSTB" tour at Williamsburg Waterfront on June 11th. "Neverender: SSTB" features the band performing three sets: An acoustic opening set, a full-electric performance of their debut album, Second Stage

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/coheed-and-cambria-to-play-free-show-in-brooklyn-on-june-11th/8938438

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Android Market to equal Apple App Store by July

Google's Android Market for mobile apps will equal Apple's App Store in size by the end of July according to a new forecast.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045048&c=1

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Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml

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Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle

Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml

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Bits And Bobs And Jobs

Chris - will be at the gym for his second session this week, then he's doing some bits and bobs and jobs, then will be watching the Spurs game on telly

Dave - no Dave - but back tomorrow!

Aled - is going to Birmingham

Dom - is not going to any Royal Palaces at all today, but he does have lots of meetings, and will be watching Spurs tonight

Tina - has a personal training session today, then will be going to see her mum and spend some quality time with MJ

Sam - lots of work today - then will be having a curry tonight. YAY!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/wednesday_-_bits_and_bobs_and.html

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Elliot Minors Christmas Songs

Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml

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Glorious week for The Pierces at R2

The Pierces continue to enjoy strong support from Radio 2, with their new single Glorious added to the station?s A list.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045045&c=1

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Imagem signs French Horn Rebellion

Imagem Music is keen to build awareness of indie-electro duo French Horn Rebellion after signing the band to a global co-publishing agreement.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045032&c=1

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Wednesday, 27 April 2011

Hiya Tuesday!

Chris - has some meetings, a spot of training, then will be making a big chilli

Dave - is buying some jeans and some shorts, then going to the zoo

Dom - will be cheering on Newcastle United tonight and probably have a BBQ to celebrate the warm weather

Aled - after a series of meetings he is going to the park to fall asleep then going to see trainer number 2

Tina - is spending lots of time out doors and returning a pair of wedges she got for her birthday

Sam - is literally doing work all day - then quizzing tonight in a pub with no outdoor area - which seems a bit silly considering the weather.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/hiya_tuesday.html

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Benn appointed chairman of Wembley

Festival Republic managing director Melvin Benn has been appointed the new chairman of Wembley Stadium. He will replace David Bernstein, who was appointed FA chairman earlier this year.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045024&c=1

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Benn appointed chairman of Wembley

Festival Republic managing director Melvin Benn has been appointed the new chairman of Wembley Stadium. He will replace David Bernstein, who was appointed FA chairman earlier this year.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045024&c=1

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Lee & Thompson recruits new lawyer

Music lawyer Kieran Jay is to join media and entertainment law firm Lee & Thompson LLP as a partner in May.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045026&c=1

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Renzer leaves Universal Publishing

Universal Music Publishing chairman and CEO David Renzer has stepped down from his role after leading the company for the last seven years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045038&c=1

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R.E.M. Streaming "Every Day is Yours to Win" on YouTube Page Through Today

"Every Day Is Yours To Win," the latest film in R.E.M.'s Collapse Into Now Film Project, is currently streaming on YouTube's homepage, which is viewable here, for 24 hours. The film features an introduction by Michael Stipe and co-director Jim McKay, who are the guest curators for the day. Stipe and

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/r-e-m-streaming-every-day-is-yours-to-win-on-youtube-page-through-today/8938435

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Hiya Tuesday!

Chris - has some meetings, a spot of training, then will be making a big chilli

Dave - is buying some jeans and some shorts, then going to the zoo

Dom - will be cheering on Newcastle United tonight and probably have a BBQ to celebrate the warm weather

Aled - after a series of meetings he is going to the park to fall asleep then going to see trainer number 2

Tina - is spending lots of time out doors and returning a pair of wedges she got for her birthday

Sam - is literally doing work all day - then quizzing tonight in a pub with no outdoor area - which seems a bit silly considering the weather.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/hiya_tuesday.html

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Circus Action

Do do doo-doo-do do do-do do dooooo.. that's the circus music as Annie & Grimmy went to Cirque Du Soleil at The Royal Albert hall to try and see if they could join the circus... check out how they got...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/circus_action.shtml

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Prince Announces More Dates For LA Residency

The enigmatic Prince has announced three more shows as part of his "21 Nite Stand" in Los Angeles. He will continue his extraordinary "Welcome 2 America Live" tour with concerts on Thursday, April 28th; Friday, April 29th; and Saturday, April 30th at the world famous Los Angeles Forum. The newly

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/prince-announces-more-dates-for-la-residency/8938446

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Tina screams!

Download Tina screaming her way through revision on a rollercoaster!

Get it here

(Click on the link to hear it or right click and 'save link as')

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/tina_screams.html

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Mac's podcast links

So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml

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It's Wednesday, OK?

Chris - is going to the gym and then will be writing some parodies

Dave - is going ice skating in Nottingham (twice)

Sam - has a fair few meetings then will be trying to get home for some sleep.

Matt - has several meetings and then tonight he's going for a curry with some mates

Dom - is meeting a man...sounds mysterious

Tina - will be having lunch with a friend and then doing some exercise

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/its_wednesday_ok.html

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Secret Garden Party founder heads to US

Fred Fellowes, the creator of The Secret Garden Party festival, is heading Stateside to create the Escape To New York event, billed as a ?creative art, music and interactive performance party?.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045030&c=1

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Interview: ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Dead

There?s a dance music fan inside all of us. Just ask ?And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead?s Jason Reece [drums, vocals, guitar]. ?On ?Strange News From Another Planet,? we were thinking of how a DJ spins records,? says Reece. ?A DJ will make it seamless. We grew up listening to house

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/interview-and-you-will-know-us-by-the-trail-of-dead/8938428

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Lady Gaga to Perform "Judas" on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on April 28th

Does Lady Gaga ever take a rest? Apparently not, as Lady Gaga will hit the stage at The Ellen DeGeneres Show on April 28th to perform her controversial -to Catholics, at least- new single "Judas." Gaga will also sit down for a chat with DeGeneres post-performance. You know, since they're buds and

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-gaga-to-perform-judas-on-the-ellen-degeneres-show-on-april-28th/8938421

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The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video

Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml

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Eminem and Royce da 5'9" Revive Bad Meets Evil

The Bad Meets Evil teaming in the late '90s of underground Detroit MC's Eminem and Royce da 5'9" became a rap legend of unfulfilled promise. Now, a decade after they last recorded together, Eminem and Royce da 5'9" have revived their Bad Meets Evil project with an EP on Shady/Interscope Records will

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/eminem-and-royce-da-5-9-revive-bad-meets-evil/8938420

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Elliot Minors Christmas Songs

Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml

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NEEDTOBREATHE to Tour With Taylor Swift

NEEDTOBREATHE are excited to join the "Goldilocks" we all know (and love) as Taylor Swift as main support on her upcoming "Speak Now" tour beginning May 27th in Omaha, NE. Hand-picked by Taylor, the 19-week tour will see the four-piece rock band playing songs from their current album The Outsiders,

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/needtobreathe-to-tour-with-taylor-swift/8938417

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Sales up but profits down at Amazon

Amazon has reported a rise in sales but fall in profits, after a first fiscal quarter in which it invested heavily in new products.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045037&c=1

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Wednesday Blog Is On

Chris - has a couple of meetings then straight off to record celebrity juice!

Dave - is ice skating in Nottingham

Aled - is doing an interview with a newspaper, has a meeting with online, online training, playlist meeting, then talking to a painter to discuss his windows

Dom - is BBQing again

Tina - is going shopping today for some pieces for her summer collection

Sam - has got a couple of meetings, a fair bit of work to do - but is hopefully going to have her lunch in the sunshine!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/wednesday_blog_is_on.html

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The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video

Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml

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Apple quarterly profits reach $6bn

Apple has reported profits of $5.99bn (�3.66bn) in the past quarter based on revenues of $24.67bn (�15.08bn).

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045008&c=1

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Britney Spears Officially Releases "'Till the World Ends" Remix Featuring Ke$ha and Nicki Minaj

The all-star remix of Britney Spears' "Till The World Ends" was officially released yesterday, following an early leak on Friday. The track features fellow divettes Nicki Minaj and Ke$ha, and all three pop queens teased the existence of the remix on Friday via Twitter before its debut. Why did Minaj

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/britney-spears-officially-releases-till-the-world-ends-remix-featuring-ke-ha-and-nicki-minaj/8938406

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Tuesday, 26 April 2011

Breanne D�ren ?Sparks? Review ? 5 out of 5 stars

On Sparks, Breanne D�ren's voice will lift you to outer space and back. You?ll know her lilting hum from Owl City gems like "The Saltwater Room," however you'll fall in love with her from the first strains of Sparks opener "Gold Mine." A faint bass thump rises with a hand-clap as D�ren's croon

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/breanne-d-ren-sparks-review-5-out-of-5-stars/8938424

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Apple rumoured to have signed cloud deals, Spotify denies Google partnership

With Amazon's music locker service already live and causing controversy, the race is on between Apple and Google to make their moves and the rumour mill went into overdrive over the Easter holidays.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045019&c=1

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Foreigner to Perform With School Choirs

Foreigner are teaming up with the GRAMMY Foundation for an initiative aimed for musical high schoolers. At every city the band plays in during its summer tour with Journey, a high school choir will join the classic rock band on stage to sing "I Want to Know What Love Is" with them. Each choir will

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/foreigner-to-perform-with-school-choirs/8938423

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The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band to Release "How I Go" on August 2nd

Guitars will rule again this Summer, specifically August 2nd, since that's when Roadrunner Records/Loud & Proud will release The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band's new album, How I Go. This is the band's first studio album since signing with Roadrunner/Loud & Proud Records last year and follows the release

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/the-kenny-wayne-shepherd-band-to-release-how-i-go-on-august-2nd/8938415

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post christmas bloat

my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml

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Still screaming our way through the week...

Chris - will be working on some song parodies, cleaning his work desk, and be partaking in a mammoth training session

Aled - is going back to Birmingham for his gadgetry

Dave - has office bits to sort out , then he's off to a Newsbeat legend's leaving do

Sam - has lots of work to do - then going to the doctors . She's all good though!

Dom - is presenting The Odd Box and going to a Newsbeat legend's leaving do

Tina - boring office stuff then later will also be going to a Newsbeat legend's leaving do

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/still_screaming_our_way_throug.html

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Sky to air GaGa show in HD

Sky 1 and Sky HD are to air HBO?s Lady GaGa concert next month in the build up to the release of her new album.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045028&c=1

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post christmas bloat

my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml

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Moving gravel is not a euphemism

Chris - will be going to the gym (4th and final session of the week), and then he has a few bits and bobs to do - he'll then treat himself to a few drinks tonight

Dave - is going to Birmingham to ice skate all weekend

Dom - will be having a nice relaxing time by not doing a lot

Tina - will be doing a little voiceover for Football Focus and then appearing on BBC3's 60 second news

Sam - will be moving gravel from the front garden to the back. This is not a euphemism.

Aled - will be pretty much spending all weekend playing with gadgets in Birmingham!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/moving_gravel_is_not_a_euphemi.html

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Thursday's Blog - Embracing Easter

Chris - has proper meetings, then drink meetings because it's the start of the weekend this evening. Then he might be running the end of the London Marathon tomorrow...

Dave - is embracing Easter

Aled - is embarking on a mammoth trek back to mid Wales

Dom - is marking Easter in his own way - possibly with a BBQ

Tina - is having fun in the sun

Sam - will be moving gravel again (there's just so much of it!)

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/thursdays_blog_-_embracing_eas.html

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Apple quarterly profits reach $6bn

Apple has reported profits of $5.99bn (�3.66bn) in the past quarter based on revenues of $24.67bn (�15.08bn).

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045008&c=1

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Cheltenham Jazz Festival to broadcast Cullum show

Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2011 is to partner with independent cinemas to broadcast Jamie Cullum?s performance at the event live to 70 screens across Europe.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045009&c=1

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