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Gruff Rhys
Gruff Rhys


Background information
Birth name Gruffydd Maredudd Bowen Rhys
Born July 18, 1970
Born place Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales
Origin Bethesda, Wales
Genre(s) Alternative Rock
Years active 1988—present
Label(s) Rough Trade Records
Team Love Records
Associated acts Gorillaz
Super Furry Animals
Ffa Coffi Pawb
Neon Neon
Mogwai
Boom Bip
Website Website



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Aerosmith's Steven Tyler And Jennifer Lopez Unveiled As American Idol Judges

September 23, 2010
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler And Jennifer Lopez Unveiled As American Idol JudgesAerosmith's Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez have been unveiled as the new judges on American Idol.

The pair will join existing judge Randy Jackson on the judges' panel when the programme returns for a 10th season next year.

Tyler, who had been widely linked to the role, said the opportunity felt like “the perfect feathered nest”.

He added: "It's being a part of something much bigger than yourself. I want to bring some rock to this roller coaster."

Lopez said: "I'm looking for the next Michael Jackson.”

Former American Idol judges Ellen DeGeneres, Kara DioGuardi and Simon Cowell all stood down after the ninth seasion. Audtions for contestants for 2011 are ongoing.

(by Jason Gregory)



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