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Ozzy & Kelly X-mas Duet
Taking the cheese factor of dueting on a Black Sabbath classic even further, they Osbournes now seem to be marketing it as "Christmas single". 

NME reports: OZZY OSBOURNE and daughter KELLY have announced final details of their joint Christmas single.

In a battle which will see the 'Prince of Darkness' take on The Darkness, Ozzy and Kelly release 'Changes' on December 8. 

The single will be the first time the pair have sung together on a record.

The original version of the single appeared on 'Black Sabbath Volume 4', initially a hit for Ozzy's old band in 1972. The words have been rewritten to emulate the relationship between Kelly and Ozzy.-- Click Here for the Full Story

Elliott Smith Memorial
Billboard reports: Beck, Bright Eyes and Beth Orton are among the artists who will perform Nov. 3 during a memorial concert for late singer/songwriter Elliott Smith.

Set for the Henry Fonda Theater in Los Angeles, the event will feature performances of only Smith's songs. Also slated to appear are Grandaddy, Radar Bros, Rilo Kiley, Future Pigeon and as-yet-unannounced special guests. 

Proceeds from the show will benefit the Elliott Smith Foundation for Abused Children. Tickets are available via TicketWeb (http://www.ticketweb.com). 

Along with the musical performances, Steve Hanft's Smith documentary "Strange Parallel" will be screened. 

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Elvis Still the King
AP reports: Elvis Presley is No. 1 on Forbes.com's list of top-earning deceased celebrities for the third consecutive year, earning an estimated $40 million. 

Peanuts cartoonist Charles Schulz is No. 2, earning $32 million, followed by writer J.R.R. Tolkien, $22 million; former Beatle John Lennon, $19 million; and former Beatle George Harrison, $16 million. 

The third annual list, edited by Forbes.com senior editor Lisa DiCarlo, is based on estate earnings, the website said Friday.. -Click Here for the Full Story

Tommy "Bowie" Hilfiger 
NME reports: DAVID BOWIE and wife IMAN have signed a deal to become the face(s) of new TOMMY HILFIGER line 'H HILFIGER'.

The range, due to be launched in 2004, will be the first time that the music legend and the supermodel have worked together in an advertising campaign.

"I very much admire Tommy's ability to weave so many influences into his work," explained Bowie in an official statement. "Iman and I are thrilled to be working with him."

Hilfiger explained his reasons for choosing Bowie and Iman for his new line to Billboard."David and Iman bring everything I'm looking for to represent this brand: music, style, elegance, creativity and sophistication," he explained. "I'm honoured to feature them in my new campaign.'

The campaign was shot in Amsterdam earlier this month in between dates of Bowie 's world tour, promoting new album 'Reality'..- Click Here for the Full Story

Something Cancelled
Virgin reports: High school rockers Something Corporate have cancelled their opening night of their headlining tour in San Diego (10/28). The cancellation came in light of the wildfires that are raging through Southern California at the moment. The band felt it best to reschedule the concert. Lead singer and pianist Andrew McMahon commented, "We didn't really feel right about putting on a show when our fans should be home with their families." The band who are using the tour to promote their new album, North, do not want to disappoint their loyal fans, and will return to San Diego on Dec 18 to make up the cancelled date. McMahon added, "We're looking forward to playing San Diego in December." The fires are the worst in a decade, destroying 800 homes, and killing 13 people. They have forced Governor Gray Davis to declare a state of emergency in San Diego, Los Angeles, Ventura and San Bernadino Counties.. -Click Here for the Full Story

Rod Stewart Spouts Off
Here is a nice frivolous story for your hump day pleasure. 

Reuters reports: Rocker Rod Stewart feels he has been unfairly criticized for dating a younger woman, especially when ex-Beatle Paul McCartney (news) escaped censure despite taking a wife half his age. 

Stewart, 58, told on Tuesday that the difference was that McCartney has a knighthood. 

He also complained at being passed over for a Grammy award in favor of British rival Sting, calling him "Mr. Serious who helps the Indians," and nicknamed singer Elton John "Sharon." 

Stewart, whose partner is 32-year-old model Penny Lancaster, was speaking ahead of next month's formal opening of London musical "Tonight's the Night," based round 22 of his chart-topping songs. 

"What pisses me off is they never have a go at Paul McCartney for marrying a younger woman ... but they kill me because of Penny," he said. 

McCartney, 61, is 26 years older than his wife Heather Mills, the same age difference as between Stewart and Lancaster. 

"Perhaps it's because he's got a knighthood," Stewart added. "I don't know why I haven't got any honor. I do my bit for charity." . Click Here for the Full Story 

Sir Hot Legs does have a ring to it. 

Melvins Tribute
siN's metal news: 'FTRC 002 We Reach: The Music Of The Melvins', a tribute CD to THE MELVINS, will be released through Fractured Transmitted Records, the label formed by MUSHROOMHEAD frontman Jason Mann. Here's the list of bands already confirmed to tribute on the album:

THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN, HIGH ON FIRE, MESHUGGAH, STRAPPING YOUNG LAD, LICK GOLDEN SKY, DOG FASHION DISCO, MEATJACK, KEELHAUL, HOUSE OF LOW CULTURE, ABSENTEE, DISENGAGE and ABDULLAH. The cover art will be done by Derek Hess.

The album is expected for a Summer 2004 release. This will be the second release on the label, with the first being the upcoming MESHUGGAH EP.
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Chris Robinson's Vector
Reuters reports: Former Black Crowes front man Chris Robinson is set to sign to Vector Recordings. His solo debut, "New Earth Mud," was issued last year on Best Buy's Redline imprint, which shuttered its music operation shortly thereafter. His debut for Vector, which is also home to Damien Rice, will be produced by multi-instrumentalist Paul Stacey, who appeared on "New Earth Mud.".Click Here for the Full Story 

Great White Drummer Ca Fire Victim 
Blabbermouth reports: Former GREAT WHITE drummer Audie Desbrow lost his home in one of the most destructive and deadly wildfire outbreaks in California history, according to the Los Angeles Times. Gone in the fire was the recording studio along with hundreds of CDs, music industry awards - everything he owned.

Standing near the burned-out Del Rosa neighborhood of San Bernardino and wearing blue jeans and a black T-shirt, Desbrow, 46, summed up his losses on Sunday: "All I got's what I have on."

At least 17 deaths were blamed on the fires, 15 in Southern California and two in Mexico, as separate blazes were scattered along an arc from the suburbs northwest of Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico, about 60 miles south of the border. At least 1,137 homes have been destroyed in California so far.
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Tori, Avril, Aimee and More
Chart attack reports: The American answer to W television, Oxygen has announced that it is to put out an all-female compilation album, Oh! From The Girls. The compilation is set to include contributions from 15 exceptional female influences from around the globe.

All proceeds from the disc are to be donated to the Build Your Own Business program, which is run by Oxygen. The contest is aimed at women who either would like to start their own business or are looking to expand their existing one.

"Thank You" - Dido 
"Come Together" (Live) - Macy Gray 
"Stuck" -- Stacie Orrico 
"Don't Dream It's Over" - Sixpence None The Richer 
"I'm With You" - Avril Lavigne 
"Six O'Clock News"- Kathleen Edwards 
"Cornflake Girl" (Live) - Tori Amos 
"Calling It Quits" - Amiee Mann 
"I'll Stand By You" - The Pretenders 
"Angel" - Sarah McLachlan 
"It's Not Happening" - The Be Good Tanyas 
"Basement Apt." - Sarah Harmer 
"Sung-Lo" - Erin McKeown 
"Right By Your Side" - Oh Susanna 
"Withered On The Vine" - Martina Sorbara
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Hooba-W.K. 
Digital noise reports: Beginning in November, Hoobastank will be hitting the road with Andrew W.K. and Die Trying.

Dates and venues are as follows:
11.01 - Rockwell - Springfield, MO 
11.02 - Liberty Hall - Lawrence, KS 
11.03 - The Quest - Minneapolis, MN 
11.04 - The Rave - Milwaukee, WI 
11.06 - Bogart's - Cincinatti, OH 
11.07 - University of Montevello - Montevello, AL 
11.08 - Rafter's - Johnson City, TN 
11.09 - Blue Cats - Knoxville, TN
11.11 - Lincoln Theatre - Raleigh, NC 
11.12 - Ziggy's - Winston-Salem, NC 
11.14 - Amherst College - Amherst, MA 
11.15 - Club Laga - Pittsburgh, PA 
11.17 - The Chance - Poughkeepsie, NY 
11.18 - Webster Theater - Hartford, CT 
11.19 - Irving Plaza - New York, NY 
11.20 - Lupo''s Heartbreak Hotel - Providence, RI 
11.29 - Stone Pony - Asbury Park, NJ 
11.30 - Paradise Rock Club - Boston, MA 
12.03 - Northern Lights - Clifton Park, NY 
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iTunes Vs. Napster Vs. Musicmatch
So which of the online music services give you the best bang for your buck? The Wall Street Journal rated the three major services offering digital downloads and take a look at the strengths and weaknesses of both. iTunes ended up winning the vote over all but the article does a pretty good job of detailing the differences and makes for an interesting read.  - the only drawback, they did not include eMusic which is the best service out there for fans of indie music and not just major label product.  -Read the review 

Tosspot Calling Metal Black*
Posted by Varg Vikernes:
Alright, who's the retard who came up with the gay headline "Death Metal Prison Break"?. Was it Keavin Wiggins? Or was it Ronald McDonald? Burzum is a Black Metal band, not a Cookie Monster Death Metal band.  

Response: Opps, my bad. It should have read Big Bird Black Metal Prison Break, not to be confused with Oscar The Grouch Fuchsia Metal. Sounds like Varg here has issues with childrens characters; Ronald McDonald and the Cookie Monster. You can call me a retard all you like but you might want to have a doctor look at your Humburgler fetish. 

*(tosspot = chamber pot = precursor to bed pans or a drunk)

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