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Sheeran and Peppers top pre-order charts

The growing momentum behind Ed Sheeran's + has pushed it to the top spot on HMV's pre-orders chart, while the Red Hot Chili Pepper's top the Play chart, take second with HMV and fifth with Amazon.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046053&c=1

Lauryn Hill Sued By Former Guitarist

TMZ reports that R&B singer Lauryn Hill, who just gave birth over the weekend to her sixth child, has been hit with a lawsuit after allegedly failing to pay a former guitarist for his services on stage. Professional musician Jay Gore claims the former Fugees singer and lauded solo artist owes him

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lauryn-hill-sued-by-former-guitarist/9042016

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/thank_flip_its_friday_2.html

Thank flip it's Friday!

Chris - is going to celebrate his friend's birthday

Dave - is recording a voiceover for Coach Trip, then he has a meeting and then he's meeting Roy again

Tina - will be finalising her plans for Ibiza next week and doing lots of shopping

Dom - has a weekend of BBQing

Aled - will be working on the last minute preparations for Sex Night, this Sunday night from 7pm on BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra

Freya - is also having a BBQ, using her new tong set

Matt - will be playing some records for a mate's army ball in Portsmouth

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In Respect and Loving Memory: The Top Ten Songs from Amy Winehouse

Last weekend, the world lost an amazing talent in Amy Winehouse. It happened so suddenly and tragically, yet did not come as a complete surprise to many. Amy Winehouse's story always read more like a Tennessee Williams play than a Broadway show tune- beautiful, brilliant, yet somehow doomed. With a

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/in-respect-and-loving-memory-the-top-ten-songs-from-amy-winehouse/9042028

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Amy Winehouse found dead, aged just 27

Troubled singer-songwriter Amy Winehouse was found dead this afternoon at her flat in London.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046066&c=1

Nick Gatfield becomes new Sony chairman and CEO

In a shock move, the former Universal and EMI executive Nick Gatfield has taken the top job at Sony Music replacing long term incumbent Ged Doherty, who has left the group.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046045&c=1

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Jesse James and Kat Von D Split

Tattooed couple Jesse James and Kat Von D have called off their engagement and broken up, according to PEOPLE. James is also the ex-husband of Sandra Bullock; he famously cheated on her despite her gushing statements of her love for him during her awards season run in 2010. So what drove James and

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Music still looks to prime-time TV five years after TOTP

UK music industry leaders are still in active discussions with the BBC about the return of a prime-time television music show, five years to the week after the closure of Top Of The Pops.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046064&c=1

Katy Perry leads MTV video awards nominations ahead of Adele and Kanye West

Katy Perry has been nominated nine times to head the pack at this year's MTV Music Video Awards, ahead of Adele and Kanye West.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046039&c=1

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_a_sad_day_today_our_boss_a.html

It's a sad day today, our boss Andy Parfitt is leaving

Chris - is recovering from the news of Radio 1 & 1Xtra boss Andy Parfitt leaving, then he'll be buying an expensive gift for the new Acting Controller #asskisser

Dave - is off to the cricket this afternoon at Lords

Aled - has record company appointments this morning and then he's got a physio appointment this afternoon

Freya - will be doing an office day and possibly trying the new chicken restaurant opening near Radio 1

Matt - will be working hard in the office and then tonight he's going to see the Swedish House Mafia at the Camden Roundhouse in north London

Dom - is presenting the Oddbox and then he's going to the cricket at Lords this afternoon

Tina - is off to the cricket at Lords

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

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.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/keri-hilson-makes-tasteless-amy-winehouse-joke-then-apologizes/9042015

Keri Hilson Makes Tasteless Amy Winehouse Joke, Then Apologizes

From our "Tasteless" file: Singer Keri Hilson has profusely apologized after sparking outrage by posting a picture online of her partying with an Amy Winehouse lookalike just hours before the British star's funeral on Tuesday! Yikes. Keri, what the hell were you thinking? Or weren't you? While the

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lauryn-hill-sued-by-former-guitarist/9042016

Lauryn Hill Sued By Former Guitarist

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Lady Talks "You & I" Video

While Lady Gaga never confirms or denies that the video that she just shot is for her track "You and I," she did tell a Nebraska radio station about the clip, saying, "Well, I shot my new music video here. I've got to tell you, I don't think there's anything hotter than being in a cornfield in

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-talks-you-i-video/9042010

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_the_weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend_2.html

It's the weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend!

Chris - will be watching his TV show tonight on Channel 4, then he has a weekend of relaxing so he's fresh for Monday

Dave - is taking Nicole to ballet and then he's heading to the West Country for a lads' weekend

Freya - is going to see the film 'Bridesmaids' with her bridesmaids

Matt - is having a booze-free night in tonight when he's practicing his DJ'ing, then tomorrow it's his friend's birthday and on Sunday he'll be hanging out with a friend

Dom - is going bowling with his 8 year old son Finn, watching

Tina - is presenting 60 Seconds tonight on BBC3 and then she's going to Lovebox this weekend

Aled - with three weeks to go before his holiday, he's off to the gym again, then he's finishing his Harry Potter marathon so he can see the new movie and then he's DJing at a university tomorrow night

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The Jezabels sign to Play It Again

Music Week Breakout favourites The Jezabels have signed with Play It Again Sam Recordings.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046051&c=1

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Happy Monday!

Chris - gym and then television

Dave - assorted business and then a night at the races

Dom - lunchtime newsbeat programme and then taking his daughter to the doctors

Tina - work during the day, then a sleep and then a night at the races

Aled - going for a swimming lesson and then sleeping

Freya - hanging in the office with some work experience and then trying to tame my really 80's looking hair

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/happy_monday.html

A Perfect Circle ? Gibson Amphitheatre, Los Angeles

A Perfect Circle are about as perfect as rock music gets. Once again, APC duly redefined "divine" for a packed crowd at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Universal City last night. Nestled in the middle of the legendary film lot, the Amphitheatre sits on hallowed ground for movie buffs. Countless screen

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/a-perfect-circle-gibson-amphitheatre-los-angeles/9042030

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/midweek_madness_on_the_moyles_1.html

Midweek Madness on the Moyles Show

Chris - is going to the gym, then he's got a writing session later (he'll be writing some new jingles for the show) and then he'll be finishing off his scones

Dave - is up to assorted business in the office, then he's off to co-host the Moan In with Richard Bacon on 5Live this afternoon

Tina - is going to be sleeping lots so she gets better

Matt - is going to playlist at lunchtime and then tonight he's cooking for his housemate

Dom - is interviewing Jennifer Aniston and then he hasn't got a lot to do afterwards

Aled - also has the playlist meeting

Freya - is having her fringe cut over the road then going and interviewing Jennifer Aniston

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_the_weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend_2.html

It's the weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend!

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Thank flip it's Friday!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/thank_flip_its_friday_2.html

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/monday_morning_blues.html

Monday morning blues :(

Chris - is going to the gym, then he's going to see a friend (who he'll reveal all about tomorrow) and then tonight he's watching Entourage

Dave - is thinking about going ice skating again and then he's going to do dark wash

Dom - is presenting Newsbeat at lunchtime and then enjoying the sun (and recovering from his stand-up from Friday night)

Aled - in honour of Tina, he's going to do his day in reverse - he's going to go home to sleep and then come into work later

Freya - has lots of work to do in the office and then she's going to the gym and tonight she's doing a coloured wash

Matt - is going out for lunch with two very nice colleagues and then tonight he's going to do a whites wash

Tina - is off sick today

Saturday, 30 July 2011

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

NEC Group reports improved financial performance

The Birmingham-based NEC Group made an operating profit of �29.4m in the year to March 31, 2011 ? up �5.3m on the previous financial year.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046098&c=1

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-talks-you-i-video/9042010

Lady Talks "You & I" Video

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_the_start_of_new_week_so_b.html

It's the start of new week, so brace yourselves!

Chris - is going to the gym, then he's going out for lunch with the team to celebrate how well they did for Comic Relief a few months ago and then he might be writing some parodies this afternoon

Dave - is also going out for the team lunch, then he's going home for an early night

Tina - will also be at the team lunch, then she has work to do at home and then she'll be having a quiet night in

Dom - is interviewing Sir Michael Caine and then he's going to lunch with the team and then picking up his children from school

Aled - is going for lunch with the team, then he's got a doctor's appointment and then he'll be sleeping

Freya - is going for lunch with the team and then editing Dom's Michael Caine interview

Matt - is also out to lunch with the team and then tonight he's going back to Suffolk for his Dad's retirement party

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/tickets-for-virgin-mobile-freefest-are-freed-out/9042008

Tickets For Virgin Mobile FreeFest Are "Freed Out"

Tickets for this year's Virgin Mobile FreeFest have been "freed out," as opposed to sold out, since you can't sell out of something that isn't being purchased, but fans can still nab tickets by volunteering their time at homeless youth shelters in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Virginia through The

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MORNING BRIEFING, July 22:The best news, articles and reviews online from around the world

Today: Winehouse back on stage, Albarn goes to Africa for album, Turntable.fm strikes licence deal, Radio 1 clearout fears, Kaye West and Jay-Z reveal new song, is music on right digital track?, EMI rumours, Iron Maiden in Glasgow

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046049&c=1

Midweek Madness on the Moyles Show

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/midweek_madness_on_the_moyles_1.html

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Jesse James and Kat Von D Split

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/jesse-james-and-kat-von-d-split/9042018

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_a_sad_day_today_our_boss_a.html

It's a sad day today, our boss Andy Parfitt is leaving

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/justin-timberlake-says-he-is-stoked-about-new-york-gay-marriage-bill/9042009

Justin Timberlake Says He is "Stoked" About New York Gay Marriage Bill

After New York became only the sixth state to allow gay unions last month, pop star and actor Justin Timberlake hopes the decision will inspire lawmakers across the country to follow suit. He told the gay publication The Advocate that "I was stoked that that happened? We're people and we're

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Leading Omnifone executive Emily Saunders dies at 33

Emily Saunders, Omnifone?s Global Marketing Director, and one of the digital music industry?s most popular executives, has died at the age of 31, after a two-year battle with cancer.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046121&c=1

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Lauryn Hill Sued By Former Guitarist

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lauryn-hill-sued-by-former-guitarist/9042016

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Colombian Singer Joe Arroyo Dies

Multiple sources report that Colombian singer and composer Joe Arroyo died on Tuesday from multiple organ failure. He was just 55-years-young. The famed salsa singer, who came to prominence in the 1970s, had long struggled with a drug problem and with diabetes. R.I.P., Joe Arroyo. Are you a fan of

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/colombian-singer-joe-arroyo-dies/9042002

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

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...

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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

Katy Perry leads MTV video awards nominations ahead of Adele and Kanye West

Katy Perry has been nominated nine times to head the pack at this year's MTV Music Video Awards, ahead of Adele and Kanye West.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046039&c=1

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Chili Peppers and Kasabian dominate pre-order charts

Red Hot Chili Peppers are building up strong pre-orders ahead of the release of new album, I'm With You, in four weeks' time. It sits at number two in the HMV and Amazon pre-order charts and at number one with Play.com.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046111&c=1

Carpe Diem!

Chris - is off to the gym and then he has a meeting with some of the team at lunchtime

Dave - has some writing to do, then he has a meeting and then he'll be meeting Roy Walker later on for another creative session

Dom - has no massive plans of any description

Tina - will be catching up with emails and all the work she's missed whilst being sick

Aled - has a meeting with Chris at lunchtime and then will be going to playlist

Freya - also has a meeting with Chris and is only eating protein

Matt - has a meeting, then he's going to playlist then tonight he's going over to his friend's for dinner who's getting a pet hedgehog

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/carpe_diem.html

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My Chemical Romance to Release Custom Tokyoflash Watches

My Chemical Romance will release a custom Tokyoflash Watch to be sold exclusively through its webstore at www.mychemicalromance.com. The limited-edition watch, priced at $125.00, is called the Seikatsu Koujou Kyokusen and is custom-made for Better Living Industries in association with Tokyoflash

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/my-chemical-romance-to-release-custom-tokyoflash-watches/9042021

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Jesse James and Kat Von D Split

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/jesse-james-and-kat-von-d-split/9042018

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Cee Lo Green Says Fifth Goodie Mob Album Due Out This Fall

Cee Lo Green took to Twitter to reveal that the fifth album from his other group Goodie Mob will be out this fall. He is also in Gnarls Barkley, in case you weren't sure. Green posted: "Its official NEW GOODIE MOB ALBUM "WE SELL DRUGS TOO!" this fall! Expect nothing more then the same thang! I know

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Friday, 29 July 2011

I'm really lacking inspiration with these blog titles...

Chris - is getting his haircut, then he's having a long sleep and tonight he might be having a Glastonbury reunion

Dave - after the success of yesterday, he might consider going ice skating today

Tina - has lots of work stuff, telly meetings and then she's doing her second online shop

Dom - has a screening to go to ahead of interviewing Hollywood legend Sir Michael Caine next week

Aled - is going to Birmingham to take part in the Gadget Show and then he's going for dinner with his parents

Matt - is going to playlist at lunchtime and then tonight he's going for a drink with a friend

Freya - is having a meeting with Aled and then organising some exciting show features

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/chris_-_is_getting_his.html

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

Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

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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

Nick Gatfield becomes new Sony chairman and CEO

In a shock move, the former Universal and EMI executive Nick Gatfield has taken the top job at Sony Music replacing long term incumbent Ged Doherty, who has left the group.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046045&c=1

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/my-chemical-romance-to-release-custom-tokyoflash-watches/9042021

My Chemical Romance to Release Custom Tokyoflash Watches

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I do believe it's Tuesday today

Chris - has a meeting with Aled and Freya, then he might write a new parody and he may also bake a cake in his 'bake off' against Fearne

Dave - is up to assorted bits and bobs

Dom - is going to a screening of Horrible Bosses ahead of interviewing Jennifer Aniston tomorrow

Tina - is going to Lords today for an interview

Aled - is going for a meeting with Chris, then he's out to lunch, then he has physio, the gym and then a long sleep

Freya - is also going for a meeting witt Chris, then she has a lunch meeting and then she's up to some work in the office

Matt - will be busy working in the office then tonight he's going for a jog then having a quiet night in

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/i_do_believe_its_tuesday_today_1.html

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Music still looks to prime-time TV five years after TOTP

UK music industry leaders are still in active discussions with the BBC about the return of a prime-time television music show, five years to the week after the closure of Top Of The Pops.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046064&c=1

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/mitch-winehouse-says-amy-winehouse-died-happy/9042003

Mitch Winehouse Says Amy Winehouse Died Happy

Amy Winehouse's father issued a statement about his daughter on Tuesday, saying, "Knowing she wasn't depressed, knowing she passed away, knowing she passed away happy ? it makes us all feel better. She was the happiest she has been for years." Winehouse was found dead on Saturday at the age of 27.

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Thank flip it's Friday!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/thank_flip_its_friday_2.html

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My Chemical Romance to Release Custom Tokyoflash Watches

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/my-chemical-romance-to-release-custom-tokyoflash-watches/9042021

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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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Selma Blair Welcomes a Son

Selma Blair is a mom at 39. Blair and her fashion designer boyfriend, Jason Bleick, welcomed son Arthur Saint Bleick on Monday, reports PEOPLE. Arthur weighed in at 7 lbs., 12 oz. What a bouncing bundle of baby boy joy! Congrats to Blair and Bleick! What is your favorite Selma Blair film? ?Amy

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Yes that's right....it's FRIDAY!!

Chris: Today will be going to the gym, having a meeting and tonight will be having a con air and curry evening. Then over the weekend is chilling, illing, maxing, relaxing and grand prix - ing

Dave: Coach Trip voice over, meetings about a special project, attending a family do and then will be doing a DJ gig tonight

Dom: Watching JLS and Olly Murs tonight in Milton Keynes

Tina: Will be relaxing and hopefully going to the British Grand Prix on Sunday

Aled: Will be going home to Wales to celebrate his grandparents 50th wedding anniversary

Freya: Is chilling with her cat and fianc� and watching 80's horse movies again

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/yes_thats_rightits_friday.html

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/my-chemical-romance-to-release-custom-tokyoflash-watches/9042021

My Chemical Romance to Release Custom Tokyoflash Watches

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Thursday, 28 July 2011

I'm really lacking inspiration with these blog titles...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/chris_-_is_getting_his.html

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It's the weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_the_weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend_2.html

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NEC Group reports improved financial performance

The Birmingham-based NEC Group made an operating profit of �29.4m in the year to March 31, 2011 ? up �5.3m on the previous financial year.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046098&c=1

Carpe Diem!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/carpe_diem.html

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/colombian-singer-joe-arroyo-dies/9042002

Colombian Singer Joe Arroyo Dies

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Perez Does The Grapest Challenge Ever

Perez Hilton joined us on the show yesterday, and he completed Switch's Grapest Challenge Ever... the top scorer previously was Reggie Yates and he got a grand total of was 32... see how he does.

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

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Radiohead lead vinyl resurgence

Figures from the Entertainment Retailers Association (ERA) show a 55% increase in sales of vinyl LPs, led by the success of Radiohead's King Of Limbs.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046107&c=1

Female solo acts dominate music sales

The midweek sales figures show nine of the top 10 bestselling albums in the UK are from female solo artists.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046095&c=1

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Cher Lloyd swaggers beyond X Factor with new album

Since appearing in last year?s X Factor final Cher Lloyd has rarely been out of the headlines for both the right and wrong reasons, most recently for her forthcoming debut single Swagger Jagger having polarised public and critics? opinion...

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046059&c=1

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lauryn-hill-sued-by-former-guitarist/9042016

Lauryn Hill Sued By Former Guitarist

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Amy Winehouse heads towards top of the charts in UK and US

Amy Winehouse looks set to make a big impact on this week's singles and albums charts, following her tragic death at the weekend. Three Winehouse albums are currently in the top 10, according to the midweeks sales charts with Back to Black...

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046087&c=1

MORNING BRIEFING, July 22:The best news, articles and reviews online from around the world

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046049&c=1

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/nirvana-s-nevermind-reissue-to-be-released-september-27th/9042005

Nirvana's "Nevermind" Reissue to be Released September 27th

We've got info on the 20th anniversary edition of Nirvana's game-changing Nevermind album. The record is out on September 27th as a remastered CD/digital reissue, but also as a two-disc set with B-sides and demos. A Super Deluxe, Limited Edition will include an alternate mix of Nevermind that was

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

Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

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MORNING BRIEFING, July 22:The best news, articles and reviews online from around the world

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Nick Gatfield becomes new Sony chairman and CEO

In a shock move, the former Universal and EMI executive Nick Gatfield has taken the top job at Sony Music replacing long term incumbent Ged Doherty, who has left the group.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046045&c=1

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A Conversation Between Aaron Lewis of Staind and Corey Taylor of Stone Sour and Slipknot about "It Takes A Community"

Aaron Lewis of Staind and Corey Taylor of Stone Sour and Slipknot have a lot in common. Staind dropped their proper debut, Dysfunction, in 1999 a few months before Slipknot would release their self-titled first offering. Immediately, Lewis and Taylor left indelible marks on the musical landscape.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/a-conversation-between-aaron-lewis-of-staind-and-corey-taylor-of-stone-sour-and-slipknot-about-it-takes-a-community/9042024

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Justin Timberlake Says He is "Stoked" About New York Gay Marriage Bill

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Perez Does The Grapest Challenge Ever

Perez Hilton joined us on the show yesterday, and he completed Switch's Grapest Challenge Ever... the top scorer previously was Reggie Yates and he got a grand total of was 32... see how he does.

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

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Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle

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Amy back in US top-10 albums as Adele scales new heights

Amy Winehouse's 2006 album Back in Black has re-entered the Billboard 200 at number nine, while Adele has notched up her 11th non-consecutive week at the top of the US albums chart.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046110&c=1

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Warner Music sale completed

Access Industries has completed its purchase of Warner Music Group following the announcement of its sale in February this year, with speculation growing of an EMI bid.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046034&c=1

Parfitt to leave Radio 1

Andy Parfitt is to step down as controller of BBC Radio 1 at the end of the month after 13 years at the helm.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046043&c=1

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Mac's podcast links

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

Wednesday, 27 July 2011

Nirvana's "Nevermind" Reissue to be Released September 27th

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/nirvana-s-nevermind-reissue-to-be-released-september-27th/9042005

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Thursday etc.

Chris - has a fairly relaxing day today after his very busy schedule recently - he'll probably fill it with shopping, food shopping and writing some 'Yorkshire is...', 'West Ealing is...' parodies

Dave - has a relaxing afternoon with Nicole

Dom - is writing and presenting the Oddbox today

Tina - is off to Silverstone with Vernon Kay to interview Lewis Hamilton and do some other exciting bits, all of which you'll hear tomorrow on the show

Freya - will also be going to Silverstone

Aled - has record company appointments, then he's meeting one of the big bosses of Radio 1 and then he's going to the gym

Matt - is getting ready for his weekend away with 8 of his friends on a barge in the Midlands

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/thursday_etc.html

Katy Perry leads MTV video awards nominations ahead of Adele and Kanye West

Katy Perry has been nominated nine times to head the pack at this year's MTV Music Video Awards, ahead of Adele and Kanye West.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046039&c=1

Let's blog!

Chris - will be watching television tonight (probably at around 10.30 on Channel 4), then he's relaxing over the weekend and watching the Formula One

Dave - is doing a voiceover for Coach Trip and then he's going to prepare himself for his day at the races tomorrow

Aled - is going for a power meeting with Tina Daheley and then he's DJ'ing at Loughborough tonight

Freya - is going to Tina's power meeting then doibng office work then going to a party with her mate Izzy

Matt - is going out with Greg's producer Laura tonight for some pre-wedding drinks and then tomorrow night he might be going out with a group of friends

Dom - is preparing for his stand-up comedy gig performance tonight at St. Albans - wish him luck!

Tina - is going for a power meeting with Aled and Freya and her plans for the weekend are TBC - she may be preparing her wardrobe for Ibiza

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/lets_blog.html

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Microsoft Apologizes For Amy Winehouse Tweet

A Twitter account for Microsoft's Xbox system came under fire when the administrator of the account posted a tweet encouraging followers to celebrate the legacy of Amy Winehouse by purchasing Back to Black. The tweet also pointed to Microsoft's music service, Zune, to purchase the album. It was a

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Nirvana's "Nevermind" Reissue to be Released September 27th

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/nirvana-s-nevermind-reissue-to-be-released-september-27th/9042005

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Sony head of international leaves

Ged Doherty was not the only victim of the axe wielding by Sony Music Entertainment CEO Doug Morris, who has also dispensed with the services of Sony head of international Richard Sanders.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046046&c=1

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post christmas bloat

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

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It's a sad day today, our boss Andy Parfitt is leaving

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/07/its_a_sad_day_today_our_boss_a.html

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Dropkick Murphys Reveal Complete Band Lineup For September 8th and 9th Gigs

The complete band lineup has been revealed for the September 8th and 9th Dropkick Murphys at Fenway with Special Guests The Mighty Mighty Bosstones landmark hometown shows at Boston's Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox. For both shows, the main stage will feature headliners Dropkick Murphys, special

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TUC boss puts in appearance at MU conference

TUC general secretary Brendan Barber and PPL chairman and ceo Fran Nevrkla are two of the high profile speakers at next week?s annual Musicians? Union conference.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046033&c=1

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Erasure to Tour

English synth-pop legends Erasure will be launching the first leg of their world tour in the US on August 31st with Frankmusik, the British remix master whose own full-length album Do It in the AM will be released in September on Cherrytree/Interscope. Frankmusik also produced Erasure's October disc

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/dj-pauly-d-to-spin-at-select-dates-on-britney-spears-tour/9041973

DJ Pauly D to Spin at Select Dates on Britney Spears' Tour

Jersey Shore is in the Femme Fatale house! Turntable mix master DJ Pauly D is set to join Britney Spears on select dates of her US Femme Fatale Tour. Only a DJ as talented and as high-profile as Pauly D could handle spinning on select dates of Brit Brit's tour. He is the sole man for the job. Pauly

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Leighton Meester Sues Mother

PEOPLE reports that Gossip Girl actress (and aspiring singer) Leighton Meester has sued her mother Constance for spending money on herself instead of spending it on the medical care of her brother Lex. Meester, 25, had sent the money for the specific purpose of caring for Lex. The suit claims that

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Music still looks to prime-time TV five years after TOTP

UK music industry leaders are still in active discussions with the BBC about the return of a prime-time television music show, five years to the week after the closure of Top Of The Pops.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046064&c=1

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Amy Winehouse's Cause of Death to Remain a Mystery For Months

Sources report that the cause of Amy Winehouse's death was not easily ascertainable after an initial post mortem exam on Monday, meaning her cause of death could remain a mystery for months. Sources say that the death is not being treated or considered as "suspicious" but further investigating is

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/amy-winehouse-s-cause-of-death-to-remain-a-mystery-for-months/9041979

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Vanessa Carlton Talks "Rabbits on the Run", Muppets, and More

Vanessa Carlton wasn't afraid to get a little psychedelic on her new album, Rabbits on the Run. Carlton nods to a '60s aesthetic via the most vibrant and vital vocal performance of her career thus far. That's exactly why it's so intriguing, invigorating, and infectious. The music flutters through a

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Music still looks to prime-time TV five years after TOTP

UK music industry leaders are still in active discussions with the BBC about the return of a prime-time television music show, five years to the week after the closure of Top Of The Pops.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1046064&c=1

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Oh My Gosh I Saw Skins

Oh my oh my, I'm one excited fella today. This morning I got to go see the first episode of Series 2 of Skins, which'll be hitting your TV screens early Feb, and if that was not exciting enough I...