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April 25, 2011

# 1
Foo Fighters
"Wasting Light"
Billboard Albums #1 - Foo Fighters

# 1
Lady GaGa
"Born This Way"
Euro Singles #1 - Lady GaGa

# 1
Adele
"21"
UK Albums #1 - Adele

# 1
LMFAO
"Party Rock Anthem"
UK Singles #1 - LMFAO


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April 6, 1947
Tony Connor (Hot Chocolate)

April 6, 1944
Michelle Phillips (Mamas & The Papas)

April 6, 1927
Merle Haggard



Michael Jackson Doctor Attends Court Hearing In Los Angeles

April 6, 2010
Michael Jackson Doctor Attends Court Hearing In Los AngelesMichael Jackson's former doctor appeared in court yesterday on manslaughter charges in connection with the singer's death. Dr Conrad Murray, who has pleaded not guilty, is accused of administering the drug – propofol – which killed Jackson last June. Read more >>

Babyshambles, British Sea Power To Headline NME Weekender

April 6, 2010
Babyshambles, British Sea Power To Headline NME WeekenderBabyshambles and British Sea Power are set to headline the first ever NME Weekender. The event takes place at Pontins Holiday Park in Camber Sands from November 5-7. Read more >>

Doves Deny Split Reports As They Get Set For UK Tour

April 6, 2010
Doves Deny Split Reports As They Get Set For UK TourDoves have denied reports that they are to split after their upcoming greatest hits tour. Guitarist Jez Williams said recent reports that the UK dates, in support of their new retrospective 'The Places Between: The Best Of Doves', would be their last were incorrect. Read more >>

Madonna Beats The Beatles To 'Most Played Artist Of The Last Decade'

April 6, 2010
Madonna Beats The Beatles To 'Most Played Artist Of The Last Decade'Madonna eclipsed The Beatles as the most played artist of the last decade, new figures show. The Queen of Pop topped a chart of artists who enjoyed the most airplay and public performances of their material from 2000-2009. Read more >>

Everything Everything Announce New Single And Album Details

April 6, 2010
Everything Everything Announce New Single And Album DetailsEverything Everything have revealed that their next single will be 'Schoolin'. The track, taken from their forthcoming and as-yet-untitled debut album, will be available in June. Read more >>

Blondie, Crystal Castles, Tinie Tempah Join Rockness Line-Up

April 6, 2010
Blondie, Crystal Castles, Tinie Tempah Join Rockness Line-UpBlondie, Crystal Castles and Tinie Tempah have been added to the line-up for this summer's Rockness festival in Scotland. The event, which runs from June 11-13 on the banks of Loch Ness, will also feature High Contrast, The Maccabees and Alabama 3. Read more >>

Bob Dylan Banned From Touring In China

April 6, 2010
Bob Dylan Banned From Touring In ChinaThe Chinese government has banned Bob Dylan from touring in the country, according to reports. The veteran singer was due to play two dates – in Shanghai and Beijing – later this month. Read more >>

Paramore's Hayley Williams Records Song With Eminem

April 6, 2010
Paramore's Hayley Williams Records Song With EminemParamore frontwoman Hayley Williams has revealed that she has recorded a song with Eminem. The track, entitled 'Airplanes (Patt II)', is one of a number of collaborations on Atlanta rapper B.O.B's new album, 'The Adventures Of Bobby Ray'. Read more >>

N-Dubz Tour Bus 'Raided By Police'

April 6, 2010
N-Dubz Tour Bus 'Raided By Police'Police raided N-Dubz' tour bus at the weekend following complaints that rappers Dappy and Frazer were firing paintball pellets at fans. Officers confiscated five toy guns from the vehicle, which was parked outside the Academy venue in Newcastle. Read more >>

Oasis' Bonehead: 'I Turned Down Celebrity Big Brother'

April 6, 2010
Oasis' Bonehead: 'I Turned Down Celebrity Big Brother'Former Oasis star Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs has revealed that he turned down an offer to appear on Celebrity Big Brother. Bonehead, one of the group's founding members, said producers contacted Creation Records founder Alan McGee asking him to take part in the reality show. Read more >>

Kasabian Lament The Lack Of Bands In UK Charts

April 6, 2010
Kasabian Lament The Lack Of Bands In UK ChartsKasabian have hit out at the state of the UK music charts saying it's devoid of bands. Singer Tom Meighan even suggested that the internet has taken “the shine” from rock n' roll as there is too much out there. Read more >>

Slash: 'Axl Rose Is F*cking Phenomenal'

April 6, 2010
Slash: 'Axl Rose Is F*cking Phenomenal'Guitarist Slash has described his former Guns N' Roses bandmate Axl Rose as “fucking phenomenal”. Slash, who quit the group in the mid-90s, said he was open to speaking to the singer again, despite their fractured relationship. Read more >>

Robyn To Release Two New Albums In 2010

April 6, 2010
Robyn To Release Two New Albums In 2010Robyn has revealed plans to release two new albums in 2010. The Swedish singer will release the first record, entitled 'Body Talk 1', on June 7. Read more >>

Elton John Backs Lady Gaga To Sing Next James Bond Theme

April 6, 2010
Elton John Backs Lady Gaga To Sing Next James Bond ThemeSir Elton John has said he is “really pleased” that Lady Gaga has been tipped to record a song for the next James Bond film. Last week, a report claimed producers had targeted the US singer to submit a theme for the next film. Read more >>

She & Him Add New London Tour Date

April 6, 2010
She & Him Add New London Tour DateShe & Him will play a second show in London next month, it's been announced. The duo, which includes singer and actress Zooey Deschanel, will perform at ULU on May 9. Read more >>

Alexandra Burke Joins T4 On The Beach Line-Up

April 6, 2010
Alexandra Burke Joins T4 On The Beach Line-UpAlexandra Burke has been added to the line-up for this summer's T4 On The Beach in Weston-Super-Mere. The former X Factor winner will join previously announced acts JLS and N-Dubz at the outdoor event. Read more >>

Delphic Extend May UK Tour With New Liverpool Date

April 6, 2010
Delphic Extend May UK Tour With New Liverpool DateDelphic have added an extra date to their upcoming UK tour. The band will now perform in Liverpool on May 19, in addition to dates in Wolverhampton, Leeds, London and Manchester. Read more >>

The Joy Formidable Sign To Passion Pit's Record Label

April 6, 2010
The Joy Formidable Sign To Passion Pit's Record LabelThe Joy Formidable have signed to Passion Pit's American-based record label, Black Bell. The Welsh trio will release their debut EP 'A Balloon Called Moaning' in the US on May 4. Read more >>

Lady Gaga, The Strokes, Soundgarden To Play Lollapalooza Festival 2010

April 6, 2010
Lady Gaga, The Strokes, Soundgarden To Play Lollapalooza Festival 2010Lady Gaga, The Strokes and Soundgarden are among the acts set to play this summer's Lollapalooza festival in Chicago. The event, which runs from August 6-8, will also feature Arcade Fire, Green Day and Phoenix. Read more >>

Thom Yorke Showcases New Band Atoms For Peace In New York

April 6, 2010
Thom Yorke Showcases New Band Atoms For Peace In New YorkRadiohead singer Thom Yorke's side-project Atoms For Peace played their first gig under their official name in New York last night (April 5). The band, which includes Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, wowed fans during the first of two shows at the Roseland Ballroom. Read more >>

Kele Okereke Announces Debut Solo Album Release date, Tracklisting

April 6, 2010
Kele Okereke Announces Debut Solo Album Release date, TracklistingBloc Party frontman Kele Okereke has announced the tracklisting for his debut solo album. 'The Boxer', which is inspired by dance music, was recorded in London and New York alongside producer XXXchange. Read more >>

Dr Dre Hooks Up With Jay-Z For First Single From 'Detox'

April 6, 2010
Dr Dre Hooks Up With Jay-Z For First Single From 'Detox'Jay-Z makes a guest appearance on the first single to be taken from Dr Dre's long-awaited album, 'Detox'. The song, entitled 'Under Pressure', will receive its radio debut later this month. Read more >>

Muse To Receive Silver Clef Award After Glastonbury Appearance

April 6, 2010
Muse To Receive Silver Clef Award After Glastonbury AppearanceMuse are to be awarded the Silver Clef award, it's been announced. The band, who turned down the prize in 2009, said they were “very proud” to be joining previous recipients, who include The Who. Read more >>





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