Altsounds — We celebrate Mr. Jack's Birthday all September long, every year. That's because we're none too sure when in the month he was born. But there's no doubting where he was born – Lynchburg, Tennessee. Our celebrations this year will culminat... more info

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Guardian Music — Tricky's unlikely collaboration with Beyoncé was just the start, as Morcheeba and co set the production tone for 2011When Beyoncé headlined Glastonbury earlier this summer, the biggest surprise wasn't that she managed to pull it off – in spite of... more info

Guardian Music — Ever since the arrival of Amy and Lily, female artists have been taking over the charts. Now, with the country's top five albums all by women, it appears their mission is accomplishedA curious symmetry took over the British album charts this weekend.... more info

Guardian Music — Roundhouse, LondonWhen the dubstep scene split in two in around 2007, it was erstwhile drum'n'bass duo Chase & Status who seized the opportunity to ride its commercial side to glory: top 10 singles, collaborations with Rihanna and the kind of rapturo... more info

Guardian Music — 100 Club, LondonWith the R&B world still reeling from the loss of its last great innovator, eyes turn to Hackney-via-Ireland soul rapper Maverick Sabre to step into Amy's teetering stilettos. He has shown early promise: his cameo on Professor Green's... more info

TMZ — Filed under: TMZ Live, TMZ Live Large Today on TMZ Live -- Do you think Casey Anthony is hot? Before you judge, check out the photo of her all dolled up. And, Dr. Murray's defense strategy takes a huge hit ... what's the best Plan... more info

L.A. Times - News — Even as the House of Representatives was set to vote on the Republican "Cut, Cap and Balance" plan to raise the debt ceiling, House Speaker John Boehner said Tuesday that discussions continue on alternative proposals, which are coming into shape as t... more info

Guardian Music — From cover versions to city sessions, exclusive performances are burgeoning on the web, writes Chris SalmonWith George Michael busy being a compelling tweeter and maker of rather disappointing new material, a reminder of how great his songwriting ca... more info

The Music Fix — Lorne Thomson delivers a gallery from Friday's T In The Park Festival, featuring Plan B, Pendulum, Eliza Doolittle and Parade. more info