LATEST NEWS…PARIS HILTON'S STAR ATTRACTION: Star Casino's Marquee Club launch attracted celebrities galore from all around the world including Ashley Simpson, Slash, Aussie's Jodi Gordon and Sharni Vinson and her Twilight boyfriend Kellan Lutz and LMFAO members to name a few. However it was serial socialite Paris Hilton who stole the show, mingling with party goers and hitting headlines for various reasons. Hilton was also spotted frolicking around Bondi Beach and shopping in Sydney over the weekend. Almost 1000 celebrity and VIP guests attended the launch while DJ Afrojack and LMFAO's RedFoo performed live at the event. The launch comes on the back of recent troubles within Star Casino over the sacking of former boss Sid Vaikunta. Sydney may be far away from the bright lights and glitzy lifestyle of Hollywood, but that didn't stop the celebs from gathering in their droves. Here's hoping the Club does well…ONE DIRECTION GO GLOBAL: UK and Irish boy band One Direction have gone global with their debut album making American music history by going to number one in the Billboard top 200 chart. The five-piece, who came third in The X Factor UK in 2010, have long tasted success in Europe but the teen heart-throbs have now taken the world by storm. Their debut single "What Makes You Beautiful" was released in November 2011 and peaked at number one in the UK and their debut album followed in November selling 138,631 copies making it the fastest selling debut album on the UK Charts in 2011. The lads will make their Australian debut with a performance at the 2012 Logie Awards in Melbourne on April during their sold out Australian tour. It just goes to show you don't need to win these big talent shows to have success, and I wish the boys every success in the future…RIP JIM STYNES: Jim Stynes has passed away following a three year battle with cancer. The former Melbourne football legend passed away in the comfort of his own home surrounded by family and friends. A State funeral was held in St Pauls Cathedral in Melbourne for the footie legend and a massive crowd gathered at Federation Square to bid a fond farewell to the icon. Stynes was remembered as a generous, loving, and caring man who was a constant inspiration to his family, friends and the public. Debuting in the Australian Football League in 1987, he played a league record of 244 consecutive games between 1987 and 1998. He served as President of the Melbourne Football from 2008, and despite being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma in 2009, he continued to work during his treatment for brain metastasis. RIP a True Football great…BEN COUSINS ON DRUG CHARGES: Former AFL star Ben Cousins is back in Perth after being released on bail following his arrest in Esperance Airport for drug charges. Cousins is best known for his 270 game career with West Coast and Richmond in the Australian Football League. During his eleven years with West Coast, earning him several of the league's highest individual awards including a Brownlow Medal and Most Valuable Player, Cousins has also been listed as one the top 50 players of all time by journalist Mike Sheahan. His football career has been marred by highly publicised incidents involving recreational drug use, traffic convictions and association with criminal elements. Cousins stated that he "has nothing to say at this time" to the waiting media at Perth Airport. He was arrested at Esperance Airport after being charged with possession of methylamphetamine with intent to sell or supply…EXTRA PROTECTION FOR COWELL: Simon Cowell has added more bodyguards to his already 24-7 protection team following a break-in to his London home. British newspaper 'The Sun' states that the X Factor boss was confronted by a female intruder wielding a brick when he went to investigate a noise in his home. It is believed that Leanne Zaloumis, 29, of Catford, South East London, was found by armed police hiding on a seven foot shelf in Cowell's wardrobe. Zaloumis appeared in court charged with aggravated burglary with intent of GBH. Luckily no one was harmed in the incident…HAPPY BIRTHDAY GAGA: Never one to shy away from the spotlight, Lady Gaga has recently announced that she will no longer speak to the media during an interview with Oprah Winfrey. The pop star who turned 26 during the week told Winfrey that she plans to go on a media blackout during the coming months. "Other than this interview Oprah, I do not intend on speaking to anyone for a very long time.. No press, no television." Gaga has one of the most loyal fan bases in the music industry but despite her roaring success she has never been devoured by the fame monster. Gaga has created some of the most crazed and bizarre media explosions in recent years, be it from outrageous meat dresses or hatching from an egg on the red carpet, the world is going to be a quiet place if she succeeds in her media blackout. Nevertheless the world will watch in anticipation…MEGAN FOX PREGNANT?: According to reports in the USA, actress Megan Fox is expecting her first baby with husband Brian Austin Green. The couple are reportedly thrilled, a source told America's Star magazine "They just found out and are incredibly excited." The source added "It's still early, so they are only telling family members and close friends." The Transformers actress already has some parenting skills as she is stepmother to husband Brian's nine year old son Kassius. Fox and Green married in a private ceremony in Hawaii in June 2010. The insider also added that Fox is thrilled to be expecting a child of her own. "Megan used to only be concerned with her career, but now her family comes first." If the reports are true, a huge congratulations to you both…VICTORIA BECKHAM LIKE YOU AND ME: Victoria Beckham has claimed that her super slim figure matches that of the general public. The average British female sports size is a sixteen but despite this, the former Spice Girl (whose diet consists of steamed fish and raw vegetables and easily fits into a size six dress) claims she represents the general public. It's fairly evident that the star may used to fit that physique during her Spice Girl days sporting a healthy ten to twelve dress size. But in recent years her dieting and weight has made her one of the leanest women in Hollywood. The star who gave birth to her fourth child in July, last showed off her toned body in a recent Harpers Bazaar Magazine shoot for swim wear. The fashion designer is so convinced that she represents the norm that she has started basing her designs on her own measurements and has replaced models with her own body when it comes to fitting dresses for her clothing line…HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOMMA: The name Pattie Mallette may not ring a bell with most people, but the twitter world has exploded with "Happy Birthday Pattie" trending worldwide. Mallette is Justin Bieber's mother and the millions of Beliebers around the world have taken to social networking sites to wish her well on her birthday. Raising Bieber as a single mother, she has stood by her son through his whole career and is a driving force behind all his success. Justin's fans seem very grateful with the woman responsible for him with messages like "Happy Birthday Pattie. Thanks for giving birth to the sexiest creature on earth," and more genuine messages like "Happy Birthday Pattie. You've created and raised a beautiful son. He has turned from a boy to a young man. You did a good job." So I'll jump on the bandwagon here Happy Birthday Pattie Mallette…
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THE CAT EMPIRE' WORLD CLASS - CATCHY AS HELL - 'CINEMA' - AVAILABLE NOW!

The Cat Empire recently delivered a unique 'virtual' launch of their new album CINEMA making them the first (known) Australian band to broadcast an Australian concert live to fans all over the world, with a one second delay.

After years of dreaming about the possibility of presenting a Global Gig, the band discovered technology, provided by local Melbourne company Rivus which would enable them to play to their global fanbase at any time. The technology was developed by a group of young entrepreneurial uni students who were friends of Felix from The Empire. The Rivus technology is commonly used to stream sporting events, but its application to music is just about to take off. The development of a broadcasting box enables the band to broadcast shows from anywhere in the world, with surprisingly little complexity.

The advent of this technology, and its accessibility opens up new possibilities for emerging bands who face limitations in touring the globe, but want to reach a global audience. It also enables bands to monetise virtual gigs through the selling of tickets to online shows.

"This is something we were talking about years ago, and at the time it was just a dream idea" said Felix from The Empire. "We were saying 'wouldn't it be wild if we could play live with people watching over the internet from all over the world?' And now the technology actually exists to do that."

This technology presented the perfect opportunity for The Cat Empire to simultaneously release their new album worldwide to fans in all corners of the world. They have amassed a huge following throughout Europe, UK, Canada, USA and parts of Asia as a result of years of extensive touring. Thousands of these fans will be in attendance when the band takes to the stage at a secret Melbourne location on Sunday night.

People from a staggering 56 countries registered for the event from as far as Brazil, Peru, Canada, United Kingdom, all parts of Europe, United Emirates, Istanbul, United States and of course Australian fans who remain fierce supporters of the band's music. The band is planning future events utilising this technology where fans in Australia will be able to attend shows in other cities; from Montreal to Mozambique and everywhere in between.

To see The Cat Empire in the flesh, catch them on their ONLY headline tour for 2010. Purchase your ticket now from venue's listed below;

Don't miss The Cat Empire live with Clairy Baby Browne and the Bangin' Rackettes and Mama Kin:

AUGUST DATES:

Saturday August 14th - DARWIN FESTIVAL OPENING NIGHT
Venue : The Amphitheatre - http://www.darwinfestival.org.au/the-cat-empire.html
Tix on sale now : 08 8980 3333

Sunday August 8th - MELBOURNE, THE PRINCE OF WALES
Strictly under 18's only - 2.00pm-4.30pm
Tiks on sale NOW: http://www.princebandroom.com.au/gigs/info/the-cat-empire

Thursday 19th - MELBOURNE, PALACE THEATRE
TIKS: www.ticketmaster.com.au, PH: 136 100 - Over 18's only

Friday 20th - MELBOURNE, PALACE THEATRE
TIKS: www.ticketmaster.com.au, PH: 136 100 - Over 18's only

Saturday 21st - PERISHER (Jindabyne), THE STATION
TIKS: www.moshtix.com.au, The Station (Jindabyne), Perisher Guest Services, Perisher Tickets (Jindabyne) - Over 18's only

Sunday 22nd - CANBERRA, ANU UNI BAR
TIKS: www.ticketek.com.au, PH: 132 849 - Over 18's only

Wednesday 25th - THE TIVOLI - NEW SHOW
Tiks www.ticketek.com.au Phone: 132849

Thursday 26th - BYRON BAY, BEACH HOTEL
TIKS: www.oztix.com and all OzTix outlets, or at the venue - over 18's only

Friday 27th - COOLANGATTA HOTEL
TIKS: www.thecoolyhotel.com.au, www.oztix.com.au and all OzTix Outlets, Sunflower Music, Disasterpiece, Rockinghorse, Butterbeats, Gooble Warming, Kill The Music, UQ Union Bookstore - Over 18's only

Saturday 28th - THE TIVOLI - PLEASE NOTE NEW VENUE
With Guests Mama Kin & Clairy Baby Brown & the Bangin' Rackettes
Tiks www.ticketmaster.com.au Phone: 136100

Sunday 29th - SYDNEY, HORDEN PAVILLION
TIKS: www.ticketek.com.au, PH: 132 849 - Licensed all ages event

SEPTEMBER DATES:

Wednesday 1st - ADELAIDE, THE THEBARTON
TIKS: www.venuetix.com.au, venuetix outlets, PH (08) 8225 8888 - All Ages event

Thursday 2nd - PERTH, Mt LAWLEY, ASTOR THEATRE
www.heatseeker.com.au, Planet, Mills, Star Perth - Over 18's or 15-17 if accompanied by parent or legal guardian

Friday 3rd - PERTH, Mt LAWLEY, ASTOR THEATRE - JUST ADDED
www.heatseeker.com.au, Planet, Mills, Star Perth - Over 18's or 15-17 if accompanied by parent or legal guardian

Friday 10th - CAIRNS, REGGAETOWN FESTIVAL
TIKS: www.reggaetown.com.au, www.brotherscairns.com.au, www.ticketlink.com.au, OR in person @ Shiva Moonn, Tasty records, Brothers Cairns, Ticketlink at civic theatre, Kuranda video shop OR PH 1300 855 835 & Brothers Cairns 0740 531 053 - All Ages Event

Sunday 12th - Tony Ireland Stadium, Townsville, QLD - Licensed / All Ages
UNION OF SOUL CONCERT - The John Butler Trio with The Cat Empire, Blue King Brown and Mama Kin.
Tickets available from Ticketshop, Riverway Arts Centre, Townsville Civic Theatre Tel: 07 47 279777 or 1800 644749 or http://riverway.townsville.qld.gov.au/index

Broome and other show announcements to follow...

The Cat Empire's new album 'Cinema' is available now.

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