L.A. Times - News — Plans for a blowout worthy of one of the world's oldest cities fell flat amid squabbles, poor planning and a lack of funding. On the chosen day, a balloon and some new artworks appeared, but no big names — like the hoped-for Shakira — showed up.I... more info

The Mirror — There's no pulling the wool over our eyes.. Shakira really does look baa-rking in that hat. more info

NME — Listen to a version of 'Islands' made from live and studio recordings now more info

The Mirror — Plan B and Shakira have been added to the star-studded line-up of live performers at the 2010 MTV EMAs. more info

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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