Sony Ericsson XPERIA X3 (Rachael): Music UI looks lovely

As you may remember last week, we reported that Sony Ericsson are planning to reveal the XPERIA X3 handset, also known as ‘Rachael’ sometime this week. Read more

Vodafone & Verizon take 4 Minutes with Timberland, Justin Timberlake, and Madonna

Its not everyday we get to hear a piece of news that includes cell phone companies Vodafone and Verizon, with the added mix of artists Madonna, Justin Timberlake and Timberland. Well that’s just what we got with Verizon and Vodafone announcing that they have teamed up with these artists to give phone users a piece of Madonna’s upcoming album “HARD CANDY.”

From yesterday Verizon Wireless customers were able to get a mobile underground remix of Madonna’s debut single “4 Minutes”, this full-song download was made available to them via V CAST Music and there was also an option for a ringback tone and ringtone download. The 4 Minutes single is/will be a massive hit thanks to being produced by Timbaland and In Residence (Verizon mobile producer), also because it includes the big talent of Justin Timberlake and Icon Madonna.

If you’re a Vodafone customer then you will be able to download the above song as long as you live in the UK, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Iceland, Greece, Turkey, Romania, New Zealand, Netherlands, India, Hungary and Germany…That’s a lot of people. If you are looking forward to buying Madonna’s “HARD CANDY” album, then you will not have to wait much longer as its out on April 28 or 29 in the U.S.

Madonna Hard Candy is on Amazon for $9.99, you can Pre-order now for release on April 29, 2008. The tracks included in the album include Voices, Devil Wouldn’t Recognize You, Spanish Lesson, Dance 2night, Beat Goes On, Incredible, She s Not Me, Miles Away, Heartbeat, Give It 2 Me, Candy Shop and of course 4 Minutes.

For people who have not heard the song “4 Minutes” by Madonna feat Justin Timberlake and Timbaland, you can watch the music video below thanks to YouTube. If you love the song then why not listen to it again for 4 Minutes.

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Madonna’s “4 minutes” single exclusive to Vodafone UK

As from today Vodafone UK customers will be the only ones in the UK to have access to the Timbaland Mobile Underground Remix version of Madonna’s “4 Minutes” single according to Vodafone and Warner Music.
the remix is a collaboration between Madonna, Justin Timberlake and Timbaland.

Also exclusive to Vodafone only and starting on the 21st April a total of seven tracks from Madonna’s new album “Hard Candy” will be released.

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Londoners: Which celebrity would be a good Mayor of London?

A brand new survey recently put forward claims that the hard swearing chef Gordon Ramsay is the top choice for most Londoners if they could have any high-profile personality in the running for mayor.

This is why we ask “Which celebrity would be a good Mayor of London? Londoners were asked if they could choose a celebrity as a high-profile face to fun for Mayor, and here are the results.
31% of Londoners chose Gordon Ramsey with 14% was David Walliams of Little Britain and Prince Harry got a cool 13%.

Other celebrities like Hugh Grant got 7%, Kelly Osbourne 7%, David Beckham 7%, Kate Moss 4% and Madonna 3%.

The survey of 1,000 registered voters in the capital was commissioned by the online betting exchange, Betfair. Ken Livingstone is considered by Londoners to be the more trustworthy of the two with a cool 26% of people believing in him to be more likely to keep promises in his election; Boris Johnson got only 17%.

Here is the real candidates standing for Mayor of London –

• Sian Berry – Green Party
• Gerard Batten – UK Independence Party
• Boris Johnson – Conservative Party
• Alan Craig – Christian Peoples Alliance and Christian Party
• Ken Livingstone – Labour Party
• Matt O’Connor – English Democrats
• Winston McKenzie – Independent
• Lindsey German – Left List
• Richard Barnbrook – British National Party
• Brian Paddick – Liberal Democrats

Which celebrity would be a good Mayor of London?

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Madonna and Guy Richie sleep with their BlackBerry phones under their pillow

It has been revealed that Madonna and Guy Richie sleep with their BlackBerry phones under their pillow at night.

Madonna takes her phone to bed just in case she remembers something and needs to write it down and Guy Ritchie takes his phone to bed and plays games.

Madonna said that “We lie right next to each other with our BlackBerrys under our pillows. It’s not unromantic, it’s practical. I’m sure loads of couples have their BlackBerrys in bed with them. I often wake up in the middle of the night and remember that I’ve forgotten something, so I jump up and make notes. Guy’s always waiting for me to come to bed, so he plays Brick on his Blackberry until I’m ready.”

What do you make of this?

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Last 30 News & Products: 04-02-2008

Madonna Urges London Mayor Ken Livingstone to give tax breaks

It has been reported that Madonna has urged London Mayor Ken Livingstone to give tax breaks to struggling musicians.

It’s said that Madonna is furious at Ken’s decision to introduce Congestion Charging to the city insisting that the levy has made traffic in the British capital worse than ever.

Drivers in central London are forced to pay a fee of £8 a day or face huge penalties if they fail to hand over the money within 24 hours and Madonna insists that the scheme is financially crippling for people starting out in the music industry.

Madonna said that “I would make it so that young musicians wouldn’t have to pay the Congestion Charge or taxes so they would have money for other things. All Red Ken (Livingstone) wants is roadworks everywhere. I’ll just have to walk I guess“.

Do you agree with Madonna?

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Do you want to see more of Michael Jackson on Television?

When I was young Michael Jackson and Madonna were the two music artists I loved, today things are much more diverse as I love nearly all types of music, but you always love the music listened to as a child. Michael Jackson is trying to make a come back over the next year and I personally would love to see more of him on television.

Do you want to see more of Michael Jackson on Television?

With all the bad news about Michael Jackson, I can understand why some people would not want to see him on TV and may say his career is over…what’s your view.

Madonna suffers from severe anxiety attacks

Madonna has said that she suffers from severe anxiety attacks onstage and fears she may one day die during a concert.

Madonna suffers from crippling pre-gig nerves and takes extreme action to reduce the attacks.

Madonna said that “I have moments where I feel incredibly invincible and know that I have the audience in my hand - I know that everything is absolutely perfect. And then I have panic attacks where I feel like everyone is breathing my air and I cannot live up to everybody’s expectations and I might just die on stage. I normally try to turn my back to the audience, take a deep breath and remind myself that it’s all temporary. I’m not worried about f**king up - I really have a panic attack that everyone else is breathing my air. It’s hard to describe. When you have panic attacks you cannot rationalise them. Obviously there’s enough oxygen for me but it never happens outdoors, it’s normally in indoor sports arenas that feel very close when suddenly I feel claustrophobic. It’s not a fear of performing”.

Do you suffer from severe anxiety?

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Iggy Pop will perform a tribute to Madonna

It has been announced that Iggy Pop will perform a tribute to Madonna at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony next week.

The rocker and his band The Stooges are scheduled to perform at the ceremony in New York’s Waldorf-Astoria Hotel before Justin Timberlake presents the ‘Queen of Pop’ with her award.

Speaking about her induction, Madonna said that “It’s to recognise 25 years of writing, producing and recording. That’s a long time to do a job well, I might add. So yeah, it’s a great sense of accomplishment!”

Madonna’s new album Hard Candy will be released worldwide in April.

Do you think that Madonna still has it in the music industry?

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Last 30 News & Products: 03-05-2008

Madonna’s forthcoming 50th Birthday

It’s said that Madonna is refusing to worry about her forthcoming 50th birthday, insisting the landmark age is not a bad word.

Madonna will celebrate her birthday on 16th August but claims her advancing years have done little to dampen her attitude to life. Read more

Hepatitis Health Scare: Stars including Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore to be tested

It has been reported that doctors are urging the stars who attended Read more

Britney Spears is planning new world tour

It has been announced that Britney Spears who has been training hard at Los Angeles’ Millennium Dance Complex, is planning to showcase her new album ‘Blackout’ with a series of international shows. Read more

The Arctic Monkeys And Justin Timberlake Discuss Collaboration

This is the best piece of music news I’ve heard all week! The Arctic Monkeys and Justin Timberlake reportedly met up in London recently to discuss the possibility of a collaboration between the two. Read more

Barack Obama Sings Speech With Black Eyed Peas

Hillary Clinton may have got the support of Madonna, Jack Nicholson and Steven Spielberg but in a new video featuring some of the stars of the entertainment and sporting industries backing her Democratic rival has become a sensation on YouTube.

Black Eyed Peas, William, has contacted some famous friends and produced a song track for one of US Presidential hopeful Barack Obama’s speeches. Read more

Madonna and Guy Ritchie to renew wedding vows

It has been announced that Madonna and Guy Ritchie are to renew their wedding vows this summer putting an end to ongoing rumours that their marriage is in trouble.

Madonna and Guy have been the subject of tabloid speculation on at least three occasions in recent years, but a summer gathering will see them once again pledge their love to one another. Read more

Last 30 News & Products: 02-04-2008

Madonna is the highest-earning woman in music

It has been said that Madonna is the highest-earning woman in music.

Madonna who is 49 has topped the first Cash Queens of Music list, compiled by Forbes.com, after raking in $72 million between June 2006 and June 2007. Read more

Hands On With The Ultimate Grammy Collection: Contemporary R&B and Contemporary Pop

When I received the Grammy Collection: Contemporary R&B and Contemporary Pop CD’s on my desk I knew that the CD’s were going to have some of the best music in the industry on it, after all that’s what the Grammy’s are about right?

Well, reading the track listings, I was amazed at how diverse these Grammy Winners were. The two CD’s I had were filled with anthems that almost everybody knows and it was clear to see that the Grammy Awards really do celebrate all music. Read more

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