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Sugar Bits — Dennis Hopper Admitted to Hospital
- Dennis Hopper has been admitted to hospital after complaining of stomach ailments amd developing flu-like symptoms — Telegraph
- John Travolta told court a paramedic threatened to sell stories suggesting John was at fault over his son's death — PA
- Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder-Civil have been sending each other love messages on Facebook — The Sun
- More than 10,000 fans have signed a petition to get Rupert Grint's Cherrybomb film to the big screen — Daily Mail
- Top Gear presenter James May was unhurt after his flying caravan crashed — Mirror
- Will Ferrell and his wife are expecting their third son in January — People
- Coldplay have received five nominations for the UK Music Video Awards — PA
2009 MTV EMA Nominations and Performers Announced!
Having already given us the shortlist for the Best UK & Ireland New Act category, MTV has now announced the full list of nominations for the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards. Tokio Hotel, Green Day and Leona Lewis are all confirmed to perform at the ceremony in Berlin on 5 November too. Lady GaGa and Kings of Leon lead the pack with five nominations each, while several of our British and Irish stars have nominations, including Robbie Williams, Coldplay, U2, La Roux, Pixie Lott, Little Boots and Leona Lewis.
Sugar Bits: Alesha Vows To Stay On Strictly Despite Complaints
- Alesha Dixon has vowed to stay as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing, despite nearly 300 people complaining to the BBC about her performance —The Sun
- Jack Tweed appeared in court yesterday charged with rape. He did not enter a plea, was remanded in custody, and will return to court for a plea and case management hearing on 16 November. — BBC
- John Travolta has flown to the Bahamas to be a witness in an extortion case linked to his son's death — People
- Gary Barlow and James Blunt have joined Lily Allen's campaign against music piracy — BBC
- Coldplay have donated £1 million to the children's charity Kids Company.
Coldplay, Jay-Z and Girls Aloud Rock Wembley Stadium
Coldplay brought their world tour to a close this weekend with two rocking shows at Wembley Stadium, and I was lucky enough to be there. Chris Martin and the boys were supported by White Lies, Girls Aloud and a record-breaking Jay-Z, who really got the audience going: watch Girls Aloud's "The Promise" and Jay-Z's "Empire State of Mind" after the jump. Coldplay performed a mammoth set of their hits, plus an acoustic version of "Billie Jean" where they were joined by Simon Pegg who played the harmonica, and Jay-Z came back out for "Lost".
Which Live Lounge Performance Are You Most Excited About?
Following last year's awesome array of musicians, the lineup for Radio One's latest Live Lounge tour has been announced, with yet more awesome acts getting ready to serenade Jo Whiley from their homes, studios and gigs. On Monday 14 September Kasabian will perform from Leicester, Tuesday brings JLS's turn in London, come Wednesday Biffy Clyro will be entertaining us from Ayrshire, on Thursday the show comes from Dizzee Rascal's studio in London, and on Friday we'll be treated to Coldplay and Jay-Z. I'd love to know your thoughts, so vote to let me know: which Live Lounge performance are you most excited about?
Beyonce and Lady GaGa Lead MTV VMA Nominations
Beyonce and Lady GaGa each have nine MTV VMA nominations for "Single Ladies (Put A Ring on It)", "Poker Face" and "Paparazzi". Coldplay is flying the flag for us Brits, with "Viva La Vida" nominated for Best Rock Video, Best Editing, Best Art Direction and Best Cinematography. Bat For Lashes is nominated in the Best Breakthrough Video category for "Daniel", which the majority of you loved.
Sugar Bits — Michael's Doctor Has Home and Office Searched
- Police have searched the office and home of Michael Jackson's doctor as part of a manslaughter investigation into the singer's death — BBC
- Ex Big Brother contestant Sree slashed his wrists in a cry for help on Friday. He has recovered and is back at home — The Sun
- Extras and Ugly Betty star Ashley Jensen is expecting her first child — BBC
- Coldplay are making a guest appearance in The Simpsons — The Sun
- Tapes of answerphone messages and letters that Madonna sent an ex-boyfriend are to be sold in an online auction — Mirror
Link Time! 7/21
- Are this Summer's weight-focused TV shows a step forward or a step back? — Popwatch
- New Alice in Wonderland photos! Plus, a way to get to see the teaser trailer first.
Coldplay "Strawberry Swing" — Spin It or Sling It?
Yesterday, Coldplay's latest "Strawberry Swing" video was released. The song starts off with what sounds like is a twinge of Scottish bagpipes, which is an interesting mix with the familiarity of Chris Martin's voice. The lyrics are lovely and symbolic, as expected, and the tune is quite soothing.
Coldplay Breaks Record in Digital Album Sales
Coldplay is making history in the digital age: the band has just become the first act to sell over one million full digital albums in the US., and they have also sold approximately two million digital albums worldwide. I don't know why, exactly, but it surprises me a little that out of all the bands and musicians out there, Coldplay is the one to sell the most digital albums.
MusicRadar notes: "And for Coldplay, the stats keep getting better and better: their 2008 release Viva La Vida, is now ranked as the top-selling digital album in SoundScan history.
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