Pop Candy — December is a time to enjoy family. And the spirit of giving. And Wham!. more info

Guardian Music — High Voltage, ManchesterA lucky few can turn their passion to profit, and though an inherent eagerness may cushion the ride, that doesn't mean it's going to be an easy one. When Richard Cheetham's efforts with his High Voltage fanzine and club night ... more info

MTV.co.uk News —   This week’s X Factor show will be Wham! themed- according to reports.   It’s claimed the contestants will each perform either a track by the 80s duo or one of George... more info

DJmag — Techno types Slam invite producers to remix their tracks more info

Altsounds — When the idea of releasing a charity Christmas single was originally conceived, Das Wanderlust’s plan was to write an irony-free Christmas pop song in the vein of the classic tunes everybody knows and loves from their childhoods (Phil Specto... more info

Yahoo! Music UK — Dotmusic - Former Wham! star confirms festive release more info

Mjsbigblog — HOLIDAY CHEER Now that the show’s download surges have established a weekly rhythm, Stringer and Bywater can focus their attention on the release of “Glee: The Music Volume 1,” the first in a series of soundtracks featuring music from the show... more info

NME - Radar — One of the best things about conferences like CMJ are the little surprises that pop up when you least expect them. Like last night, when I staggered into the Purevolume Suite -one of the key free booze vendors- and stumbled upon local kooks Terror P... more info

AngryApe — He claims the Wham! star was an influence on his music more info

Guardian Music — Empire of the Sun's Nick Littlemore wins the award for Biggest Cop-Out Ever with his explanation for 'disappearing'. But what other lame reasons have pop stars given for failing to deliver?We've all told a few white lies to get us out of a "situation... more info