This Is It, the movie which follows Michael Jackson's final days, has premiered simultaneously in 19 cities around the world. The documentary attracted a star-studded guestlist in Los Angeles, where Jennifer Lopez and Will Smith walked a Jackson-inspired red carpet. Read more >>

Morrissey triumphed at the Royal Albert Hall in London last night, just three days after he collapsed with breathing difficulties in Swindon. Receiving a phenomenal reception as he walked on, Morrissey launched into set opener 'This Charming Man', the only song of the set at the Swindon Oasis Leisure Centre before he was taken ill. Read more >>

U2 are to play a show at Brandenburg Gate next month to mark the 20th anniversary of the falling of the Berlin Wall. The Irish band's special gig in the German capital comes just four days before the official 20th anniversary of the wall's demolition. Read more >>

Jarvis Cocker has denied that Pulp are reforming for Glastonbury 2010, claiming his quote was “twisted”. The 46-year-old indie icon spoke to The People at the weekend saying he would like to play the festival next year, but denies he inferred it would be with Pulp. Read more >>

The Noisettes have announced details of a UK tour taking place in February and March 2010. Buoyed by their 2009 commercial success, Shingai Shoniwa and co. will play sizeable venues on their 12 date jaunt. Read more >>

Super Furry Animals have announced details of a very special one-off show in Cardiff next month. The gig at the Coal Exhange on November 20 is called 'Recreation' and sees the Welsh music wizards revisit their back-catalogue with Creation Records. Read more >>

This Is It, the documentary of Michael Jackson's final days, has received mixed reviews from critics. The movie went on general release on Wednesday (October 28) after being premiered simultaneously in 19 cities across the world. Read more >>

Placebo are giving away a free Tour Bundle of songs ahead of their live dates in the UK and Ireland. The bundle features their own song 'Breathe Underwater' live from Pukklepop in the summer, plus tracks by their support acts on the European jaunt The Horrors, Expatriate, Silversun Pickups and United. Read more >>

Muse have defended their unlikely friend Kanye West saying he “genuinely feels bad” for his Taylor Swift outburst at the MTV VMAs. Frontman Matt Bellamy explained they were introduced to Kanye while supporting U2 in America and believe he is a “nice, sensitive guy.” Read more >>

The Cribs have recorded a cover of the Kaiser Chiefs track 'Modern Way' for charity. The Jarman brothers and Johnny Marr are helping to raise awareness of neglected children in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area with all profits from the song going to the Cash for Kids Action on Neglect Appeal. Read more >>

The soundtrack for The Twilight Saga: New Moon has climbed to number one on the US Billboard album chart. The record, which features songs by Thom Yorke and Death Cab for Cutie, sold 153,000 copies in its first full week of sales. Read more >>

A special collectors edition of Lady GaGa's new album 'The Fame: Monster' will include a lock of the singer's hair. Other items in the special release include a collectable puzzle, Lady GaGa paper doll and personal notes from the singer. Read more >>

Footage of Michael Jackson performing 'Smooth Criminal' during rehearsals for his comeback tour has been released. The clip forms part of the movie This Is It, which premiered worldwide on Tuesday (October 28). Read more >>