LATEST NEWS…BIG DAY OUT 2012: THE LOWDOWN: Big Day Out is amongst one of the most recognised festivals in the world. Returning to Sydney on Australia Day with headliners such as Soundgarden and Kanye West, organisers had a few other tricks up their sleeve. Entertainment didn't just present itself in the form of live music; pro skater Tony Hawk was in fine form, proving that he can still shred in his early forties. Australian bands Stonefield and Frenzal Rhomb did their nation proud on Australia Day being noted as some of the highlights of the day. For New Zealand, it was Big Day Out's last hoorah as the festival has already announced it will not be returning. Despite good reviews, attendance numbers are dropping. In 2010 Big Day attracted over 337,000 fans, last year's shows drew 300,000 punters, while this year the festival sold just over 173,000 tickets…SABBATH BLOODY SABBATH: After a 33 year break from releasing an album, Black Sabbath announced their comeback fittingly on the 11/11/11. The original band members are set to record a new studio album - their first with Ozzy Osbourne since 1978. Since the announcement, it seems as though black magic has plagued the band. Tony Iommi was diagnosed with lymphoma last month resulting in relocating recording sessions to London and pulling out of a planned Coachella headlining slot. Now it is drummer Bill Ward who seems to be having management difficulties after releasing a long statement indicating he will not be apart of the reunion unless he is offered a "signable contract" that "reflects some dignity and respect toward me as an original member of the band." Let's hope Ward gets the contract he desires so they can get on with it and we get Sabbath back…JACK WHITE ANNOUNCES DEBUT SOLO ALBUM: Almost a year ago, Jack & Meg White shattered the music world announcing that they would no longer be recording or performing live together. A man who will never remain silent has just unveiled his new solo single 'Love Interruption' and announced the release of his debut solo album. The 23rd of April marks the date of White's return when his debut solo album 'Blunderbuss' hits the shelves. Produced by White at his Third Man Studio in Nashville, White describes 'Blunderbuss' as "an album I couldn't have released until now… I've put off making records under my own name for a long time but these songs feel like they could only be presented under my name. These songs were written from scratch, had nothing to do with anyone or anything else but my own expression, my own colours on my own canvas."…TRIPLE J'S HOTTEST 100: Another Australia Day means another Hottest 100 count down, an event that most musically minded Australians listen to. With 44 local songs on the list, it seems that home grown music is a force to be reckoned with. O r is it that we are growing even more patriotic as a nation? My trust lies in the talent. It comes as no surprise that Gotye's 'Somebody That I Used to Know' claimed the number one position, closely followed by The Black Keys with 'Lonely Boy' coming in second and Australian Idol's prize possession, Matt Corby's 'Brother' being voted number three. The voting process is a long and stressful journey; I admire the people who have the time to contribute to an event that makes Australia Day one hell of a party…THE BRONX SIDE PROJECT: For those who have not seen or heard of The Bronx, you would not believe that Mariachi El Bronx are their side project - that is if the Bronx part at the end doesn't give it away for you. The Bronx supported Soundgarden at Sydney Entertainment Centre just an hour before performing their own Big Day Out sideshow as Mariachi El Bronx. Matt Caughthran's voice transition is surprisingly sweet. They performed in front of a full house at The Metro Theatre, a place they stated as their home venue in Sydney. Completely stripped of rebellion and their punk rock style, they have stayed true to the Southern Californian origin with their heavy Mariachi influence obvious, dressed to the nines in traditional Mariachi costume. One must witness both live acts for themselves, depending on your mood at the time…COACHELLA 2012: Coachella's line up is enough to make one physically and emotionally sick with either excitement (if you had the cash to buy flights and tickets) or depression if you are dirt poor and committed to work or study Down Under. Coachella is held in Indio, California around the end of April each year. This year, a second weekend has been added, but we all know the first weekend is the one you want to be at. Headlining this mammoth bill are The Black Keys, Radiohead, Dr Dre and Snoop Dog. If you are already foaming at the mouth, check out the full line up. It is an upper to some but a downer to most who cannot make it. www.coachella.com...THE MAN IN BLACK - THE JOHNNY CASH STORY: Being a Cash fan from way back and having already toured with The Johnny Cash Story in 2010 and 2011, Tex Perkins & The Tennessee Four are returning showcasing two hours of Cash's legendary music interwoven with the story of his rise to fame, his struggle for survival, and his eventual redemption. Both Cash and Perkins have the baritone voices making Perkins the perfect candidate to perform faithful renditions of Cash's hits while he tells Cash's story in the third person between songs. Perkins' 27 years in the industry has equipped him with one hell of a back catalogue, with a capturing stage presence and voice similar to the man himself. Who else should pay homage to Johnny Cash but Tex Perkins?...VICE LAUNCH CHATEAU RDIO: Get two words - radio and audio, join them together and you get Rdio: pronounced ar-dee-o. Rdio could actually be the best thing since sliced bread. It is the ground-breaking digital music service that connects people with music and makes it easy to search for and instantly play any song, album, artist or playlist without ever hearing a single ad. With all of Australia now having access to Rdio's 12 million+ songs, Vice helped kick off the official Australian Launch at Beach Rd Hotel in Bondi. Being solely about the music, you could find a DJ in every room or a free drink at every bar…A TRIBUTE TO SOUL SISTERS: Sydney singers Jo Elms, Liza Ohlback and Kim Hart are back by popular demand after sell-out performances of their "First Ladies of Soul" tour in June 2011. The women are returning to Notes Live in Newtown after a successful show last year, but will feature more artists this time around, like Freda Payne, Gladys Knight, Natalie Cole, Randy Crawford and Roberta Flack. If you dig deep funk and raunchy blues, you better get in quick as there are only two "First Ladies of Soul" performances: Friday 10 February at Lizottes, 629 Pittwater Road Dee Why at 8:30pm. Tickets are $30 + booking fee. For bookings ph\ne: 9984 9933, online: www.lizottes.com.au. Saturday 11 February at Notes Live, 75 Enmore Road, Newtown at 8:45pm. Tickets are $30 + booking fee. For bookings phone: 1300 762 545, online: www.noteslive.net.au...
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MURPHY CAUSE OF DEATH REVEALED

The coroner's report for actress Brittany Murphy has stated that the actress died due to multiple factors, but that prescription drugs were definitely involved. The cause of death is listed as: pneumonia, iron deficiency anaemia, multiple drug intoxication and drug intake. Although there was speculation that Murphy's husband Simon Monjack was responsible, the report lists the death as an accident. Since the loss of Heath Ledger and Michael Jackson, it is tragic to lose another star to accidental drug intoxication. Hollywood should wake up and take notice of the dangers of mixing multiple prescription medications. Just because you are famous, it does not make you invincible!

ASHTON & DEMI'S VALENTINE'S

The lovesick age-gap couple have probably run out of sappy gifts and soppy Twitter messages to send each other - so this year they have decided to share the love with other people. The couple plan to start a foundation for victims of sex trafficking in the US - helping former sex slaves rebuild their shattered lives. Ashton and Demi hope to set a trend among celebs this Valentines Day - that there is no better gift than spreading the love! Awwww.

MADONNA & JESUS - IT'S OVER!

Realising that she has very little in common with her 23-year-old lover Jesus Luz (besides their biblical names), the 51-year-old queen of pop has reportedly broken it off with the young Brazillian model. Their massive age gap apparently left them with little in common. They said it wouldn't last but the couple did make it to their one-year anniversary - making her reigning queen of the cougars. You've got to give it to them - that's a pretty decent effort!

K-FED GOT K-FAT

While the gossip mags have spent the last few years blasting Britney for her love of frappuccino's and fast food, her ex husband K-Fed has been sneakily expanding behind the scenes. Ok K-Fed got really fat - there is no other way to put it! Britney's white trash ex recently admitted he ballooned to over 240 pounds (109 kilograms). Although he blames 'the stress of fatherhood', clearly he's been using his child support payments from Brit to help McDonalds through the financial crisis. K-Fed has joined US weight loss show Celebrity Fit Club in an effort to grab some much-needed publicity and lose some pounds. Allegedly the unfit back-up dancer once banned a restaurant from serving Britney dessert - now we know he was just saving it for himself!

JOHNNY DEPP ISN'T PERFECT, LADIES

Finally Johnny Depp has done something to turn off woman-kind - with a comment that has outraged sexual violence groups and made him seem like a massive dumbass. The heart throb was recently quoted in US magazine The Independent speaking out against film director Roman Polanski's statuatory rape charges. "Why now? Polanski is not a predator. He's 75 years old … he has a wife that he's been with for a long, long time. He's not out on the street," Depp retorted. Because of course, like Johnny believes, all child molesters are out stalking the streets with a big sign plastered on their foreheads. Just shut up and look good Johnny, before you alienate even more female fans.

PAMMY JOINS DANCING WITH THE STARS

US Dancing with the Stars is rumoured to be recruiting Pamela Anderson for the next series in an effort to attract more male viewers. We're sure the star will outdo any of the revealing outfits that have been displayed on the show thus far. We're guessing the bombshell may even go topless in order to get straight men to change the channel to DWTS. They have it all wrong though - their real audience is gay men so they should probably be getting David Beckham instead. Oh well!

MIRANDA KERR PAYS FOR HER GOODIES

Aussie Angel Miranda Kerr was spotted shopping inside the Victorias Secret store in Grove, LA where she paid for every item - discount free. Despite having her half-naked image plastered all over the store's walls, the supermodel wasn't given any special treatment. She footed the bill for the US$2,500 worth of skimpy lingerie she picked up at the store (including seven new bras) - handing over her credit card to the sales assistant. Tight!

MEGAN GALE TO LAUNCH SWIMWEAR RANGE

Another Aussie supermodel, the smouldering Megan Gale, is finally going to launch her much anticipated swimwear range. The statuesque bronze goddess has teamed up with Aussie swimwear brand Seafolly to create her cossie brand - Isola, Italian for 'island.' Gale's sunscreen range 'Invisible Zinc' has been met with mixed reviews - with many buyers complaining that it isn't actually invisible. Let's hope her foray into swimwear is a little more successful.

LARA LOOKS FOR NEW WHEELS

It seems the recent theft of her lovechild with Michael Clark (the Aston Martin of course!) has made Bingle clucky for a new car. The cashed up bogan pair were spotted in East Sydney at the Aston Martin/ Rolls Royce dealership looking for a new addition to their family. When she does add to her collection, Lara should probably leave the following post-it note on her front door - 'Note to self: do not leave key in ignition!'

© Camilla Margolis


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