Last Week In Music: 01/03-01/09
See last week's top stories in music news.
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Not True - Beyonce’s reps released a statement about her controversial NYE performance. "The party in St. Bart's on New Year's Eve, with Beyonce in performance, was hosted by Muatsim-Billah Gaddafi, not his brother Moutassim Bilal "Hannibal" Gaddafi, as reported in the press,” the statement reads. “Her agents and management firm made the decision to confirm the private performance. The annual party had a long history of booking internationally known artists both American and foreign…”
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Show & Tell - Rihanna has a story to tell. Def Jam’s pop princess recently announced that she’s currently in the process of putting together her first book, “Last Girl On Earth.” The 144-page tome is being put together by “Rated R’s” creative director, Simone Henwood. “Last Girl On Earth” will hit bookstores June 29.
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Sexy Addition - Atlantic Records recording artist Trey Songz is slated to be the opening act for Jay-Z’s “Blueprint 3” tour. The tour, which also features Young Jeezy, is set to kick off February 20.
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Mix Up - After receiving much criticism for her acceptance speech at this year's Palm Springs Film Festival, Mariah gave the critics some insight on the infamous speech. "You know, there’s a time for celebration and a time for not, but really, technically it’s kind of like a party atmosphere, so they trick ya," she continued. "No, it was fun. If people don’t understand me and think I’m this girl that just stands by a microphone and sings 'Hero,' then they’re definitely not gonna get me."
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Completed - TMZ has learned that the LAPD has finally completed its investigation of Michael Jackson’s death. Authorities came to the conclusion late last month that they are all but certain Dr. Conrad Murray will be criminally charged for MJ’s death.
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His Statement - Former B2K member J-Boog released a statement addressing charges stemming from last week’s reported domestic violence dispute. “I wanted to reach out to my fans right away to clear up the allegations circulating the web,” J-Boog said in the statement. “I did not get charged with any form of domestic violence against the mother of my children. I love and respect all of the women in my life and would never harm any of them.”
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Put It In A Video - It looks like Alicia Keys and Beyoncé might be planning the visual for their collaboration, “Put It In A Love Song.” “We’ve already talked about where we want it to be," Keys said of the future plans. "We’ve been toying with some ill locations. She’s an incredible lady and I absolutely consider her a friend. And we are going to totally, entirely blow your whole head backwards when we do that video."
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Take It Or Leave It - Bow Wow came to the defense of his new mixtape, “Greenlight 2,” declaring the offering received over a million downloads in less than 24 hours. “I asked @DJDrama to do my tape, but he said no," he tweeted. "I’m used to the doubt. How I answer? Two million downloads in less than 2 days c**k suckers.”
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Beats By Diddy - Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has partnered with Dr. Dre and Monster’s “Beats By Dre” headphones for his own set called “Diddy Beats In-Ear Headphones.” The product will be available in white, black and pink. Diddy’s headphones hit the market starting at $149.
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Scammed - Miko Dion Wade of Dezert Heat Entertainment out of Arizona has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly cheating investors out of $25 million for promoting phony concerts which were supposed to feature Mariah Carey, 50 Cent and many more. Other charges include money laundering and wire fraud.
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Tell It Like It Is - In a statement sent to RapRadar.com, Keyshia Cole addressed ongoing family issues and her recent engagement to Cleveland Cavs guard Daniel Gibson. Cole stated, “It’s very important to both Daniel and I. My plate is very full; I have a new baby coming, we are planning our wedding and I am working in the studio on a new album that I am close to completing. The stress that my family is giving me with their constant false reports is not healthy and it’s not what I need at this time in my life.”