Critically acclaimed band The Black Keys will perform a special intimate MySpace Secret Show, Wednesday, May 7 at the tiny, 170 person capacity Beachland Tavern in Cleveland Ohio.
The band, who hails from Akron, Ohio -- a mere thirty miles from Cleveland - recently released its fifth full-length LP Attack & Release on Nonesuch Records. The album has been received with tremendous critical praise with Rolling Stone saying in a glowing review: "[Attack and Release] is the Keys' most multicolored set: A psychedelic hybrid of vintage Southern R&B, brutish British Invasion rock, and country blues that calls to mind race-blurring Seventies badasses like Jim Ford and Tony Joe White."
The album debuted on the Billboard album chart at #14 marking the band's highest position to date. Produced by Danger Mouse (Gnarls Barkley, Gorillaz, The Grey Album), Attack & Release was recorded at engineer Paul Hamann's Suma Studio outside Cleveland, Ohio. Initial collaboration began when Danger Mouse (a.k.a. Brian Burton) approached the band to write songs for an album he was developing with the late R&B legend Ike Turner. As the band began composing tracks for Turner early last year, they quickly realized they were actually laying the groundwork for a new album of their own.
A Bahamian church minister has confirmed reports singer MARIAH CAREY has wed her short-time beau NICK CANNON, claiming he presided over their nuptials.
Mariah Carey at the 7th Annual Tribeca Film Festival - premiere of 'Tennessee' at the BMCC Tribeca PAC. New York City, USA - 26.04.2008
Bishop Clifford Petty, who oversees most wedding ceremonies in the Bahamas region, confirmed to U.S. publication People.com the reports were true and states he was the one who performed the union and gave a sermon.
Although Petty confirmed the ceremony took place, he has offered no further details about the couple's wedding.
The singer, 38, reportedly wed Cannon, 27, at her home in the Bahamas on Wednesday (30Apr08).
Rumours of an engagement started last month (Apr08) after the pop diva was spotted wearing a diamond and platinum ring on her wedding finger at New York's TriBeCa Film Festival.
The pair have been dating since they teamed up on a new video in March (08).
Although members of rapper/actor Cannon's family have also confirmed the spontaneous marriage, neither the couple or their publicists have spoke out about the reports.
Heartbreaker hitmaker Carey fuelled rumours she is dodging questions about the union after she scrapped an appearance on U.S. TV show The View, which was due to be filmed on Monday (05May08).
Super producer MARK RONSON has scrapped plans to record a theme song for the forthcoming JAMES BOND film, because collaborator AMY WINEHOUSE isn't fit enough to focus on music.
Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse performing at The Brit Awards 2008 held at Earls Court. London, England - 20.02.08
Last month (Apr08), Ronson confirmed he had started work on a track for the superspy's latest outing, and had roped in the Black To Black star to lay down her vocal talents in his studio in Oxford, England.
But the celebrated DJ has hit out at the star's recent return to erratic behaviour, insisting troubled Winehouse is simply not "ready" to work on music while she has still not dealt with her demons.
And Ronson believes Quantum Of Solace bosses will have to hire other musicians to come up with the movie's title track, claiming it would be a "miracle" if he and Amy ever completed their joint effort.
He explains, "We did work on it (Bond theme) but we never finished it. I don't think it will happen unless by some miracle it gets recorded and someone sings on it.
Ronson adds, "I'm not sure Amy is ready to work on music yet."
However, a representative for the troubled singer refutes Ronson's claims that the fruitless recording session was down to Winehouse's hellraising ways, blaming it on the pair envisioning different directions for the venture.
The spokesperson says, "Mark presented a track to Amy, but she had other ideas about the direction it should take. We're sure they will continue to make great music together."
MADONNA has hailed fellow singer JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE as the future of music, insisting his ambitious ways will ensure his music will top charts for years to come.
Madonna and Justin Timberlake performing at a thank you show for fans to celebrate the release of 'Hard Candy' at the Roseland Ballroom. New York City, USA - 30.04.08
The Cry Me A River hitmaker impressed the queen of pop after collaborating on her latest smash hit 4 Minutes, helping the star produce her 11th number one album Hard Candy.
And the Material Girl singer admits she was drawn to work with the pop hunk because he understands the crazy ways of the music industry better than anyone else.
She says, "He's ambitious but not in an offensive way. He's incredibly responsible and he's good at what he does. I think he has a long future in front of him.
"He understands the insanity of being a pop star."
British singer MICK HUCKNALL has shocked fans - after charging them a whopping $80 (GBP40) each just to watch him rehearse.
Mick Hucknall from Simply Red performing in concert at the Heineken Music Hall. Amsterdam, Holland - 13.04.08
The Simply Red frontman, who is estimated to be worth a personal fortune of $84 million (GBP42 million), is selling tickets for a practice show ahead of his forthcoming tour for his first-ever solo album..
And passes for the run-through at Colston Hall in Bristol, England next month (28Jun08) cost more than tickets for some of his upcoming real gigs, which start at $70 (GBP35).
Hucknall's 12-track LP, Tribute To Bobby, is due to hit store shelves in the U.K. on 19 May (08). The star, 47, will begin his 21-date tour on 29 June (08), with stops across Europe and the U.K.
Singer for 1960's girl group THE SUPREMES MARY WILSON loves the sexual benefits of being famous - because she has managed to seduce some 'great men'.
Mary Wilson at The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino celebrates the official grand opening of its newest restaurant, AGO. Las Vegas, Nevada - 03.03.08
The Baby Love hitmaker was a self-confessed party girl at the height of the Motown trio's fame and enjoyed an enviable selection of sexual playmates at the time - including screen legend Steve McQueen.
She remembers fondly, "I've had some great men. We (Steve McQueen) met at a Hollywood party.
"It was one of those moments where your eyes meet across a crowded room and there's an immediate thunderbolt... I've had a few of those! Neither of us were in love but we had some fun."
Security around KATE HUDSON's latest movie BRIDE WARS is on high-alert after a man allegedly expressed an 'unhealthy interest' in the actress, according to reports.
Kate Hudson on the film set for her upcoming film 'Bride Wars'. New York City, USA - 31.03.08
Neil Bergman of Whitefield, New Hampshire, was arraigned last week (begs28Apr08) on burglary charges in Boston Municipal Court, in Massachusetts, and sent away for a 30-day mental evaluation, reports the Boston Herald.
Sources claim that after the 44-year-old was apprehended, he ranted to cops about Hudson and her mother, actress Goldie Hawn, causing authorities to warn the actress' security detail about Bergman.
Elaine Driscoll, a spokesperson for the Boston Police Department, says, "This suspect made statements to the arresting officers that indicated the individual had an unhealthy interest in Kate Hudson. As a matter of caution, we alerted her security."
Police supposedly found two axes, computer equipment, outdoor flower pots, an Elvis plate, a Christmas tree and women's clothing in Bergman's 2000 Honda Civic.
A U.S. restaurant/liquor group are using LINDSAY LOHAN'S mug shot to launch a campaign against new technology aimed at keeping intoxicated drivers off the road.
Lindsay Lohan hangs out with friends outside DCMA store on Melrose Avenue in South Hollywood. Los Angeles, California - 11.04.08
The American Beverage Institute (ABI), a restaurant trade association which promotes responsible alcohol consumption, has taken out a full-page ad in American newspaper USA Today featuring the troubled star's photo, taken after she was arrested in Los Angeles last year (07) for driving drunk.
A caption reads: "Ignition interlocks. A good idea for:" (Lohan) "But a bad idea for us:" displaying pictures of adults enjoying alcohol at restaurants and weddings.
The ad claims ignition interlocks, devices which prevent drunks from starting their cars, are "a great tool for getting hard-core drunk drivers off our roads" - but if the technology is installed in every vehicle, it could mean "an end to moderate and responsible drinking prior to driving."
Actress ANGELA BASSETT has signed up to join the cast of hit U.S. medical drama ER.
ANGELA BASSETT
The What's Love Got To Do With It actress will star in the Emmy award-winning drama's 15th and final season - the first time the Oscar-nominated star has committed to a full-time TV part.
Bassett will play a troubled physician who goes back to Chicago, Illinois after years in Indonesia helping the country's medics deal with the aftermath of 2004's tsunami.
In addition, original cast member Noah Wyle will return to his role as Dr John Carter for four episodes. Wyle left the long-running drama in 2005 at the end of season 11.
UGLY BETTY star AMERICA FERRERA has laughed off reports she is engaged to longtime beau RYAN PIERS WILLIAMS.
America Ferrera on the 'Ugly Betty' tv set filming a baseball game scene. Los Angeles, California - 01.05.08
The star - who plays the hit show's lead character Betty - was at the centre of online speculation suggesting she was set to wed her filmmaker boyfriend after she was spotted sporting a shining diamond ring on her engagement finger on the set of the ABC show earlier this week (begs28Apr08).
But the actress' representative has denied the reports, according to American website Usmagazine.com, apparently suggesting the ring could be part of a plot twist on the hit show.
They couple met as students when they worked on a film while studying media at the University of Southern California.
American actor ASHTON KUTCHER has hit out at critics who called his relationship with actress DEMI MOORE a publicity stunt to boost his career.
ASHTON KUTCHER and DEMI MOORE
The star remembers the media backlash when he started dating Moore - 15-years his senior - in 2003, and the scores of tabloid articles which branded their romance a fake.
But the 30-year-old, who is now married to the Ghost actress, scoffs at the stories, insisting his career was going "fine" when the pair first met
He says, "I remember people thinking we were together for commercial reasons, but I don't think I gave a s**t. My Career was doing fine when I met Demi."
HARRISON FORD is such a big fan of flying, he demands the risky hobby is accounted for in all his movie contracts.
HARRISON FORD
The Indiana Jones star credits earning his pilot's license for changing his life and won't give up his flying ambitions for anything - including shooting scenes on location.
And the 65-year-old is so taken with his sky-high pursuits, he shocked cast and crew on the latest Indiana Jones offering by turning up in a helicopter on the first day of filming.
He tells Maxim magazine, "It's understood that I'm going to keep flying. And just to make sure, it's part of my contract."
Soccer superstar DAVID BECKHAM is stressing out British fathers - because they can't live up to his high standards as a perfect parent.
David Beckham and sons outside Pink Taco restaurant to celebrate Victoria's birthday. Los Angeles, California - 17.04.08
The LA Galaxy star has reportedly put the pressure on normal dads who long to mimic his seemingly perfect life - with a shocking 85 per cent of U.K. dads worrying about failing their families.
In a poll carried out by British newspaper The Sun, Beckham came top of a list of fatherhood ideals due to his doting duties to his three young sons with Spice Girl wife Victoria; Brooklyn, nine, Romeo, five, and Cruz, three.
Worried dads say they are feeling pushed to follow the star's lifestyle, by keeping fit, dressing well, and becoming wealthy - and fear the unrealistic expectations set by celebrity dads may ruin their own marriages.
Director: Jody Hill Cast: Ben Best, Danny R. McBride, Ken Aguilar, Mary Jane Bostic, Tyler Baum Synopsis: Hilarious low-budget comedy about an inept karate instrurctor struggling with marital troubles and an unhealthy obsession with fellow karate enthusiest Chuck "The Truck" Williams.
Director: M. Night Shyamalan Cast:John Leguizamo, Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel, Spencer Breslin, Victoria Clark Synopsis: A paranoid thriller about a family on the run from a natural crisis that presents a large-scale threat to humanity.
Director: Catherine Breillat Cast:Asia Argento, Claude Sarraute, Fu'ad Ait Aattou, Roxane Mesquida, Roxane Mesquida Synopsis: Secrets, rumors and betrayals surround the upcoming marriage between a young dissolute man and virtuous woman of the French aristocracy.
In Theaters May 23, 2008 in New York and Los Angeles
Director: Roger Spottiswoode Cast:Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Radha Mitchell, Chow Yun Fat, Michelle Yeoh Synopsis: Based on real events, THE CHILDREN OF HUANG SHI is a story set against war-torn China in the 1930's. The film centers on a young English journalist (JONATHAN RHYS MEYERS), an American nurse (RADHA MITCHELL) and the leader of a Chinese partisan group (CHOW YUN FAT) who meet in desperate and unexpected circumstances. Together they rescue 60-orphaned, children leading them on an extraordinary journey, across hundreds of miles of treacherous terrain, through snow-covered mountains and an unforgiving desert. Along the way they discover the true meaning of love, responsibility and courage.
Director: Brian Robbins Cast:Eddie Murphy, Elizabeth Banks, Gabrielle Union, Judah Friedlander, Shawn Christian Synopsis: Seeking a way to save their doomed world, a crew of tiny, human-looking aliens arrives on earth in the perfect disguise--a spaceship shaped like an ordinary man.
In Theaters August 22, 2008 (select cities); August 29, 2008 (nationwide).
Director: Andrew Fleming Cast:Steve Coogan, Catherine Keener, Amy Poehler, David Arquette, Elisabeth Shue Synopsis: A world premiere at – and the comedy smash of – the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. In the irreverent comedy, a failed actor-turned-worse-high-school-drama teacher (Steve Coogan) rallies his Tucson, AZ students as he conceives and stages a politically incorrect musical sequel to Shakespeare's Hamlet.
In Theaters June 20, 2008 in New York and Los Angeles
Director: Sarah Gavron Cast: Christopher Simpson, Harsh Nayyar, Harvey Virdi, Satish Kaushik, Tannishtha Chatterjee Synopsis: Nazneen's life is turned upside down at the tender age of seventeen,. Forced into an arranged marriage to an older man, she exchanges her Bangladeshi village home for a block of flats in London's East End. In this new world, pining for her home and her sister, she struggles to make sense of her existence – and to do her duty to her husband. A man of inflated ideas (and stomach), he sorely tests her compliance.
Told from birth that she must not fight her fate, Nazneen submits, devoting her life to raising her family and slapping down her demons of discontent. Until the day that Karim, a hot-headed local man, bursts into her life.
Against a background of escalating racial tension, they embark on an affair that finally forces Nazneen to take control of her life. Set in multicultural Britain, Brick Lane is a truly contemporary story of love, cultural difference, and ultimately, the strength of the human spirit.
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