Guardian Music — Police refuse to license Jakarta gig, saying they are unable to guarantee singer's safety following protestsLady Gaga's show in Jakarta next month looks certain to be cancelled. The Indonesian authorities have refused to grant a permit for the concer... more info

Guardian Music — The cult of Cassie won't be diminished by this latest remix. All we need now is that new album, so hurry up, eh?In the six years since R&B singer Cassie released her self-titled debut album, Rihanna has released five albums. That's not to say Cassie ... more info

ContactMusic — RB singer Akon is planning to change musical direction and release a reggae album after collaborating with Bob Marleys sons for his new project The Smack That hitmaker jetted to Jamaica to work with Stephen Marley on tracks for his upcoming disc Stad... more info

411 Mania — Plus his plans for a reggae album... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — Akon is back to hurt somebody with this track. After seeing the teaser, the full video is finally out. Stadium is coming in September so make sure you keep an eye out for it. more info

ContactMusic — Hitmaker Akon cant wait for American Idol finalist Jessica Sanchez to be voted off the TV talent show - so he can sign her up It appears the teenager has a career path mapped out for her whether shes crowned the 2012 Idol winner or not thanks to her ... more info

E! Online — There's no question that American Idol's Jessica Sanchez is one of this season's breakout stars. The 16-year-old vocal powerhouse has won over fans and the AI judges... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — Here is a sneak peak at Akon’s new video ‘Hurt Somebody’ featuring French Montana.   more info

E! Online — So many caliente stars, so little time! The biggest names in Latin Music descended on Miami today for the 2012 Billboard Latin Music Awards red carpet. Hunks like Wilmer Valderrama and... more info

The Hip Hop Chronicle — Akon teams up with DJ Noodles with this brand new mixtape. more info