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Music & Ticket News Update, Friday Recap

September 4th, 2009 Posted by: Senorita Queso Tronca

It’s been a busy week in the entertainment and music industry! I am going to give you the run down on a few of most notable music and ticket news stories of the week.

DJ AM’s death ruled an accidental overdose another tragic story of a very talented man, gone too soon. The unexpected death of DJ AM has sent shockwaves through the music industry this week. News of Adam’s death even caused the band Blink 182 to cancel a couple shows on their current tour. Blink drummer, Travis Barker was very close to AM. RIP DJ!

KISS tour should make Madison Square Garden #1 soon after KISS announced the upcoming tour schedule, Ticket New reported a jump in rankings for the popular New York City venue Madison Square Garden. Interestingly enough, Yankee Stadium, home of the New York Yankees has also seen a surge in popularity and increased sales this week.

Chris Brown Interview on Larry King Live the pop singer was asked some seriously sensitive questions by Larry King on Wednesday night about his altercation with Rhianna. Brown was backed by his mom and lawyer for the entire interview. He continuously apologized for what he did and the pain he caused. The interview was featured on CNN.

Beatle Mania is Back was it ever gone? No way! Rumors are still swirling about the Beatles box set from EMI. This set would include a huge catalog of completely re-mastered songs, all in pristine form should eventually be release. So, there is still hope guys! Don’t forget the Beatles Rock Band game will finally be released on September 9th. New and old Beatles fans alike have been waiting for this moment, for over a year. And Rolling Stone just recently published some amazing articles about the popular band’s break up.

Sticky & Sweet, Madonna’s Tour is Complete she has done it again! Madonna just recently completed an impressive 1 year tour. The Sticky and Sweet Tour started a bit slow, but has ended up being one of the biggest money making tours of all time. Step a side Britney, Madonna is no where close to being finished yet!

Frankie Valli Announces Fall and Winter Tour this immensely talented singer and Jersey Boy is going to be touching down in a city near you, soon! Franki Valli’s tour kicks off on September 6th 2009 and is planned to come to an end in February. I am sure he will be performing all the classics that will make us all melt!

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