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Scott Gries, Getty Images JC Chasez Destroys Hopes for ‘N Sync Reunion, Praises British Boy Bands
For those still holding out hope that ‘N Sync will follow New Kids on the Block‘s lead and re-form to make new music and go on tour, JC Chasez says not to hold your breath.
Thos Robinson, Getty Images Official Beastie Boys Website Releases Statement on Death of Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch
Today, May 4, the Beastie Boys lost one of their founding members when Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch passed away at the age of 47. The music world is devastated over the loss of Yauch, who was battling cancer before his death, and many artists and fans took to Twitter to express their condolences and sadness.
Kevin Winter, Getty Images Adele Usurps Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ on Best-Selling Albums List in U.K.
These days, if anyone breaks any kind of musical record, you can assume it’s Adele or Rihanna. This time, the former took a crown from the King of Pop. The ‘Someone Like You’ singer bested the iconic Michael Jackson and his LP ’Thriller’ in the top 10 best-selling albums ever in her native U.K.
Bryan Bedder, Getty Images Beastie Boys Rapper, MCA, Dead At 47
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TMZ.com has confirmed what GlobalGrind.com announced, Beastie Boys rapper MCA has passed away. MCA's real name was Adam Yauch and he was undergoing treatment for a cancerous parotid gland and lymph node for which he had surgery for and was going through radiation therapy. Although at this time it hasn't been announced that his death has been connected to his cancer.
Slaven Vlasic, Getty Images Beyonce to Nab Writing Award
Congrats, Beyonce!
The singer, dancer, actress, World’s Most Beautiful Woman and proud mama to Blue Ivy will add another title to her resume: award-winning journalist. Bey is set to take home a writing award from the New York Association of Black Journalists on May 15.
Ethan Miller, Getty Images Coldplay Perform ‘Paradise’ + ‘Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall’ on ‘American Idol’
Coldplay performed not one but two songs on ‘American Idol‘ during tonight’s (May 3) elimination/results episode. Coldplay twice is nice, right? It was the band’s first time performing on ‘Idol,’ so they had to go big and bring it times two.
YouTube Skylar Laine Eliminated on ‘American Idol’
Skylar Laine was eliminated on tonight’s (May 3) episode of ‘American Idol,’ leaving only four contestants gunning for the Season 11 crown.
Ethan Miller, Getty Images Lionel Richie No Longer Judging on ‘Duets’ Show
Lionel Richie is the master of duets on his latest chart-topping album ‘Tuskegee,’ but he won’t be bringing his expertise to the singing competition show ‘Duets.’ The singer has dropped out of the show and will be replaced by John Legend.
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Larry Busacca / Christopher Polk, Getty Images Britney Spears + Demi Lovato Set for ‘X Factor’
Even though rumors have been swirling for months, E! reports that starlets Britney Spears and Demi Lovato have agreed to join the ‘X Factor‘ judge’s panel.
Jason Kempin, Getty Images Nicki Minaj’s Pepsi Ad to Drop on Monday
Get ready to go pop Barbz! Soda pop, that is. Nicki Minaj‘s new commercial for Pepsi is set to premiere on Monday (May 7), according to reps for the soda giant (via AllHipHop.com). The ad, called ‘Now in the Moment,’ features a new remix of her anthemic hit ‘Moment 4 Life.’
Larry Busacca, Getty Images Will Coldplay Perform at 2012 Olympic Games?
As one of the U.K.’s greatest exports and possibly the biggest band in the world right now, Coldplay are pretty much guaranteed to perform at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, right? Nothing is confirmed, but the band seemed to hint at a possible Olympic performance in a new interview with ET Canada.
