Gigwise — Pair are in the studio with Andy Burrows... more info

ContactMusic — Rufus Wainwright threw himself into performing for charity while his late mother Kate Mcgarrigle was battling cancer because he was convinced he could "save her life" with the shows. Folk singer MCGarrigle was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer ... more info

Time — Box sets and tribute concerts pay homage to Rufus Wainwright's parents more info

Guardian Music — Yes, he's one of those Gyllenhaals. But instead of acting, this one trades in 70s-style soft rockHometown: Miami.The lineup: Sam Gyllenhaal (vocals, guitar).The background: With a name like Gyllenhaal, he was hardly going to come in under the radar. ... more info

Yahoo! Music UK — XFM - It's not called that mind - that wouldn't be grand enough for a 19 disc velvet encased box-set... more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Doveman (more by Vincent Cornelli) Rufus Wainwright has been added as a confirmed guest at the next Doveman 'Burgundy Stain Session' at Le Poisson Rouge. Tickets are still on sale. Martha played the last one. Rufus also has a free... more info

The Music Fix — and a five night residency in London more info

Brooklyn Vegan — House of Rufus will be released on July 18 and contain 19 discs including 6 studio albums, 2 concerts on CD, 4 discs of rarities/demos/collaborations/etc, and 6 DVDs. "All of this will be housed in a beautiful red velvet... more info

NME — Singer will play five nights at London's Royal Opera House more info

Altsounds — *Joan As Police Woman *kicks off a national US tour in support of her latest record *The Deep Field*, released today on *PIAS America*. The dates kick off with an intimate sold out show in her home base NYC this week. For a taste of what you'll hea... more info