Eminem has spoken in depth about his successful battle with drug addiction – and admitted he feels “born again”. The rapper sought help to overcome his drug problem shortly after he suffered an overdose in December 2007. Read more >>
Manic Street Preachers bassist Nicky Wire has praised the “Warholian” qualities of pop stars like Lady Gaga and Kylie Minogue. Wire, who wrote two tracks for Minogue's 1997 album 'Impossible Princess', said he admired natural pop singers. Read more >>
Led Zeppelin star Robert Plant will perform at this year's BBC Radio 2 Electric Proms in London, it's been announced. The singer will collaborate with The London Orianna Choir at the Roundhouse on October 29. Read more >>
Jay-Z was joined by Kanye West and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin as he headlined a homecoming gig in New York last night (September 13). The rapper thrilled fans with a star-studded set at the Yankee Stadium, which he described as "historic". Read more >>
50 Cent has secured a cameo appearance in Eastenders, it's been reported. The US rapper, who was introduced to the show by footballer Rio Ferdinand, is understood to have landed the role after holding weeks of talks with producers. Read more >>
The family of Bob Marley have failed in their attempt to obtain copyright to some of the reggae singer's biggest hits. Marley's family had accused Universal Music Group (UMG) of intentionally withholding royalties from their own music company. Read more >>
Paul Weller has revealed that he “couldn't wait to get home” after he failed to win the Mercury Prize last week. The former Jam star's recent album 'Wake Up The Nation' was the bookies' favourite to win heading into the ceremony in London last week, but eventually lost out to The xx. Read more >>
Robyn has revealed that Bjork was “blown away” by her recent cover of one of the Icelandic star's songs. The Swedish singer performed her own rendition of 'Hyperballad' at the Polar Music Prize ceremony in Stockholm. Read more >>
Biffy Clyro's current US tour has been affected by visa problems. The band were due to begin the tour at Great Scott in Boston last night (September 13), but only singer Simon Neil was able to make the trip due to immigration delays. Read more >>
Roger Waters has added an additional three dates to his 2011 UK and Ireland tour. The Pink Floyd star will now play an extra date in London on May 18, and two more shows at Manchester's MEN Arena on June 28 and 29. Read more >>
Katy Perry has told her fans to stop eating the cover to her new album. 'Teenage Dream' features a picture of the singer lying on a fake cotton candy cloud. The cover is also scented like the confectionary. Read more >>
Lady Gaga has called for the ban on gays and lesbians from serving openly in the US military to be lifted. Senator Harry Field has confirmed that a vote on the Defence Authorisation bill, which includes Don't Ask, Don't Tell, will be held next week. Read more >>
George Michael has been jailed for crashing his car while under the influence of drugs. The former Wham! star was arrested in July after he crashed into a photographic shop in Hampstead, London, causing extensive external damage. Read more >>