Altsounds — So I guess James Blunt is more of a rockstar than I gave him credit for. The hyper-sensitive sad sack apparently doesn't hang out with fans after shows making hot chocolate and smores around a campfire like I always imagined. Apparently he tricks you... more info

Guardian Music — Beyoncé Knowles has unveiled her new stage name: Sasha Fierce.Fierce's decision has surprised many Beyoncé fans, but is designed to emphasise a new, tougher musical direction, as showcased in Fierce's forthcoming album I Am … Sasha Fierce... more info

ContactMusic — James Blunt will take on the stresses of the world of journalism as he becomes the first-ever global guest editor for the Metro newspaper.The ... more info

ContactMusic — JAMES BLUNT will soon be able to add editor to his resume after getting the call to take charge of international newspaper Metro for the day. The You're Beautiful singer ... more info

The Music Fix — Gig Review: His +1 tells him to "loosen up and just enjoy it." Too tall an order for Gary K ? more info

Guardian Music — Singer-songwriter James Blunt is to guest edit the global edition of morning freesheet Metro International in a marketing tie-up with record company Warner Music. By Mark Sweney more info

Paste Magazine — Has LaMontagne ever not been mellow? Ray LaMontagne’s grainy voice has regularly been compared to Van Morrison’s and Tim Buckley’s. On his third album, he initially comes across like one of those unnaturally sincere singer/songwriters, like... more info

The Telegraph — Alice Klein feels safe in the International Arena. more info

Stopcryingyourheartout.com — OASIS star Noel Gallagher pulls no punches in this sensational interview, taking a pop at all his chart rivals.He blasts Amy Winehouse as a “waste” and charity pop concerts as “bullshit”.Noel, 41, does not spare his brot... more info

Chorus.fm — Apparently *James Blunt* (http://www.myspace.com/jamesblunt) has offered to quit making music (http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,24429497-5012327,00.html), provided he is paid enough to do so. Submitted by Chromefox more info