Altsounds — The best thing from across the pond since Madonna (wait, she's not from the UK?) is thecocknbullkid, aka Anita Blay, and her debut US release, the "Querelle" EP, is storming our shores today, August 4th, 2009. To commemorate this occasion, Ms. Blay ... more info

MTV.com News — Britney's forthcoming performance on Teen Choice Awards inspires a look back.By Jocelyn Vena Britney Spears Photo: Jeremy Cowart/ WireImage On Monday night, fans will get to see Britney Spears perform on the Teen Choice Awards stage. Brit... more info

BBC News - UK — A musical about pop star Madonna's attempts to adopt a young African girl is being performed at the Edinburgh Fringe by a Malawian cast. more info

The Playlist — When the nominees for the 2009 MTV Music Video Awards we released earlier this week, we were impressed. And mostly because they finally brought back our favorite category, the Breakthrough Video Award which in years past lauded great video filmmakers... more info

The Late Greats — Vin Scelsa played this song last week. A lovely number that features Kris Delmhorst on vocals. I know nothing about Bow. But if all his songs are this good, I best investigate.Listen:Bow Thayer ∞ SundressWhat is your favorite this week? Leav... more info

MTV.co.uk News — A hoard of stars including Madonna and Beyonce have been rumoured to appear on a tribute album for Michael Jackson. The album, which is set to feature the likes of Whitney Houston, Usher, Stevie... more info

Pop Justice — The key points: 1. It's called 'The Spell' and the overall 'vibe' is Madonna meets Shannon with Black Box keyboards with... more info

Scotsman.com — ACTOR Brian Cox met some of the cast of the controversial Fringe show Mercy Madonna of Malawi yesterday. more info

Perez Hilton — Madonna and Jesus were spotted in Russia on Sunday. The paparazzi and fans snapped away when they spotted the two leaving their hotel to visit the Hermitage Museum. The lovebirds seem to be inseparable lately. Looks like they are still going strong... more info

Perez Hilton — Portions of faxes Madonna sent and voicemails she left for former security guard Jim Albright in the early 90's have been released! The letters and audio cassettes are up for bid in a private auction organized by the Rock & Roll Pop Art Auction, whi... more info