Idolator — Shakira debuted her upbeat cover of The xx’s “Islands” at Glastonbury — now listen to the full studio recording, which will find a home on the Colombian singer’s upcoming album,  Sale El Sol. Compared to the flashy Latin-flavored “Loca�... more info

ContactMusic — Shakira will perform at this year's MTV European Music Awards (EMAs).The 'Hips Don't Lie' singer is one of the big names to take to the stage in Madrid on November... more info

MTV.co.uk News —   Shakira and Plan B have been confirmed as the latest acts set to perform at the MTV EMAs on November 7 in Madrid!   And we can also confirm a host of big names set to present awards on... more info

Gigwise — They joined star-studded line-up... more info

Guardian Music — Why aren't Public Enemy, Boogie Down Productions and other classic hip-hop acts lovingly reissued in the same way as other genres? Because guardians of rap's heritage need to be crate-diggers, lawyers and counsellors all in oneOn the last Saturday of... more info

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Starpulse — We were so lucky to catch Shakira filming her new video single "Loco" in Barcelona. The Columbian singer looked hot in a gold sequined bikini top and matching disco pants. more info

Yahoo! Music UK — world entertainment news - Singer Cheryl Cole is following in the footsteps of Shakira and Florence Welch by collaborating with Dizzee Rascal on a new track. more info

ContactMusic — British singer CHERYL COLE is following in the footsteps of SHAKIRA and FLORENCE WELCH by collaborating with DIZZEE RASCAL on a new track.The Girls Aloud star headed into... more info

Unreality Music — Hot off the press folks - Shakira's latest single Loca features a guest spot from our favourite Brit rapper (and Must be The Music judge) Dizzee Rascal. Leaving the She Wolf days behind her,... more info