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THE BEST ALBUM RELEASES Laura-Jane Bruce reviews the latest album releases from around the globe and uncovers the latest scandals and hearsay from the celebs
Cd releases, concerts and rock snippets
Moby
Destroyed Destroyed is the 10th studio album by the musician, with a release date of May 16. Much of the album was recorded whilst Richard Melville Hall, better known as Moby, was touring at the same time as dealing with his insomnia. The first single The Day from the new album was released last month. A photography book of the same name will be released in conjunction with the album.
Lady Gaga
Born This Way Everybody knows who Lady Gaga is, and most have formed a strong opinion of the star. Love her or hate her, you’ve got to give it to her; she is amazingly talented and knows how to write a good song. Her second album Born This Way is guaranteed to cause a stir, just as her first album did, but she is the much-needed shake up that the music industry craves.
Friendly Fires
Matthew Morrison Matthew Morrison Matthew Morrison is breaking free of the Glee schoolteacher Mr. Schuster to concentrate on another of his passions – singing, of course. But this time, he is going it alone without the class and has produced his very first eponymous album. The album is a mix of Justin Timberlake, Michael Bublé and Jason Mraz, and he even plays some of his own instruments, including the ukulele. He is embarking on a world tour as soon as the album is released.
Pala Friendly Fires are releasing their second album, Pala this month. The album was produced by Paul Epworth and was recorded in Sussex, France and New York. A new single, Live Those Days Tonight, will precede the release of the album. So far the dance punk trio from Hertfordshire has been confirmed to play Glastonbury and Brighton’s The Great Escape as well as the Reading and Leeds Festivals this summer.
Beastie Boys
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Hot Sauce Committee Part 2 The Beastie Boys are an American hip-hop trio from Brooklyn who have been in the music industry for almost 30 years! This eighth album was planned for release in September 2009, but was delayed after band member Adam ‘MCA’ Yauch was
Lil Wayne
Tha Carter IV Lil Wayne – real name Dwayne Michael Carter Jr – is an American rapper who has worked with Destiny’s Child, Chris Brown and Enrique Iglesias, believe it or not. After being in prison for the past year, he has recorded his ninth album since he began in the music business aged nine. Tha Carter IV is loaded with heavy bass lines, strong hip-hop beats and lyrics to lay claim to being the best rapper alive.
diagnosed with cancer. Too Many Rappers featuring rapper Nas has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap performance by a duo or group.