Ex-"Idols" Young and Lewis take indie route
NEW YORK (Billboard) - Arguably the biggest asset that "American Idol" grants is exposure. Contestants go from unknown hopefuls to household names in a matter of weeks, and with that comes pressure to remain in the spotlight by rushing to release an album after the show airs. feeds.feedburner.com |
Hollywood's Walk of Fame gets makeover, new "star"
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Hundreds of stars on Hollywood's "Walk of Fame" are to undergo a much-needed $4.2 million makeover to repair cracks and holes ahead of the 50th anniversary of the beloved tourist attraction. feeds.feedburner.com |
Just a Minute With: Dennis Hopper on "Swing Vote"
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - It's a very long way from starring as the stoner rebel of "Easy Rider" to playing a presidential nominee in the new Disney comedy "Swing Vote," which is now in U.S. theaters, but for Dennis Hopper it's all in a day's work. Or make that a life's work. feeds.feedburner.com |
Blige, Thicke join forces for U.S. tour
NEW YORK (Billboard) - R&B stars Mary J. Blige and Robin Thicke will hit the road together in North America this fall. feeds.feedburner.com |
Cosmetic Heidi blames dead surgeon
REALITY TV star Heidi Montag blames dead surgeon Frank Ryan for her surgery addiction. news.com.au |