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Snoop Dogg Seduces 'True Blood' Star with 'Oh Sookie'

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Snoop Dogg likes "True Blood" star Sookie Stackhouse so much, he made a song and video about her.

Kelis Balances Motherhood And Stardom

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Kelis' struggle to balance her job and her child don't include being late for a conference call or ducking out early to fill in for a sitter. Instead, she's trying to promote an electro/dance album—"Flesh Tone," out July 6.

Justin Bieber's Got Dancing Fever on 'Somebody to Love'

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So, you think Justin Bieber can dance?  You're right. JB shows off his smoothest dance moves yet in his "Somebody to Love" video, which co-stars his own mentor, Usher. 

Kylie Minogue: Special K

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The rest of the world has loved her since the '80s. Now Kylie Minogue is hoping the third time's the charm for her U.S. career.

Ozzy Talks OZZFest, 'Scream' Tour, Biopic

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Ozzy Osbourne is looking forward to the return of OZZFest for six dates this summer.

Jamaican Musicians Rally To Support Alleged Drug Kingpin 'Dudus' Coke

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To the U.S. government, Christopher "Dudus" Coke is Jamaica's Al Capone. But for many Jamaicans, he's more like Robin Hood—and he's also a player in the local music business.

Simon & Garfunkel Cancel Summer Tour

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Simon and Garfunkel have postponed their summer tour indefinitely, the duo announced on its official website.

Elton John Rocks Israel After Other Artists Cancel

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A concert by Elton John has given Israelis a boost after a string of cancellations by other world-famous artists.

Taylor Swift Among Diverse Honorees At Songwriters Hall

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She received the Hal David Starlight Award, which pays tribute to young songwriters with promise.

Garry Shider, P. Funk Guitarist and 'Diaperman', Dies

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Legendary funk guitarist Garry Shider, whose work with Parliament-Funkadelic earned him a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, has died. He was 56.

Chart Beat Thursday: Justin Bieber, 'Glee,' Jewel

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16-year-old Justin Bieber and 11-year-old Jaden Smith team up for the Billboard Hot 100's highest new entry, "Never Say Never," at No. 33.

Put Me In, Coach: Q&A with John Fogerty

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From Bonnaroo, we talk to John Fogerty about the 25th anniversary re-release of his album "Centerfield".

'Say Say Say' Ranks As Michael Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hit

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"Say Say Say" ranks as Michael Jackson's top-performing single on Billboard's ranking of the late legend's 50 best-charting songs, while a second duet between the King of Pop and a former Beatle bookends the list's top 10.

Eminem, Usher, Michael Jackson Tribute Added To BET Awards

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On June 27th, Los Angeles' Shrine Auditorium will see one of the most exciting hip-hop line-ups take to the stage for the 10th annual BET Awards. Heavyweights such as Kanye West and T.I. will mark their comebacks,

Crystal Bowersox's Album Will Sound Both 'Folky' And 'Commercial,' Says Collaborator Wayne Wilkins

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Crystal Bowersox has already started recording material for her debut album, and so far, at least one collaborator is highly impressed with what she's bringing to the table.  

Crystal Bowersox's Album Going 'Great,' Says Collaborator Wayne Wilkins

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Crystal Bowersox has already started recording material for her debut album, and so far, at least one collaborator is highly impressed with what she's bringing to the table.  

Free Snoop Dogg Concert Banned In The Hague

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U.S. rapper Snoop Dogg, a frequent visitor to the Netherlands and aficionado of its readily available marijuana, will not be allowed to perform at a free concert in The Hague, authorities said on Thursday.

Katy Perry Remains Parked At No. 1 On Hot 100

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Katy Perry holds at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for a second week with "California Gurls," featuring Snoop Dogg.

Bret Michaels Adds New Chapter To 'Roses & Thorns' Autobiography

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Bret Michaels figures that if nothing else, his recent medical maladies -- which he likes to refer to as "a bump in the road" -- has added another chapter to his long-awaited autobiography, "Roses & Thorns."

Christina Aguilera Debuts Atop Euro Chart

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"Bionic" deposes Jack Johnsons "To The Sea," while soccer World Cup fever engulfs the singles market.