All Things Music

KATY PERRY TO JUDGE AMERICAN X-FACTOR?

Could Katy Perry be a judge on the American version of Simon Cowell’s The X-Factor? According to British paper the Daily Mail, Simon is ready to offer Perry a spot on his panel after he was impressed with how she did during her guest stint on the U-K version of the show. A source said that Cowell wants to get all the judges signed on and announced within the next six weeks, and that he’s ready to offer Perry a salary of 340-thousand dollars per show.

IT’S SEPTEMBER, SO DAUGHTRY TALKS “SEPTEMBER”

It’s September, which also happens to be the name of Daughtry’s current single. To celebrate this, in honor of the tune’s “emotional and nostalgic video,” the band wants their website members to change their profile picture to a “treasured baby or family photo that means something” to them. Learn more at www.DaughtryOfficial.com.

GAGA GETS CHASTISED BY CANADIAN MAYOR

Before a recent show in Edmonton, Canada, Lady Gaga posted a picture on her Twitter page from inside Rexell Place arena, where the Edmonton Oilers play. In the photo, the singer blanked out a letter in a banner that says “This is Oil Country” to make “country” have a bad word in it. Gaga may have found it funny, but apparently city officials in Edmonton did not. According to www.Edmonton.ctv.ca, local TV stations are refusing to show the picture, and Mayor Stephen Mandel said, “Some things are disgusting and you shouldn't have to say they're disgusting. I think it demeans them more than anything else.” Fortunately, you can see the pic at www.Twitter.com/LadyGaga.

GAGA ON COVER OF V MAGAZINE

Lady Gaga is on the cover on the upcoming “New York” issue of V magazine. Head to www.CocoPerez.com now to see the pop star dressed up as an almost-nude version of the Statue of Liberty.

BUBLE NOMINATED FOR GEMINI AWARD

The people of Canada sure love Michael Buble. It was announced that our northern neighbor’s favorite son has been nominated for a 2010 Gemini Award in the category of Best Performance or Host in a Variety Program or Series for his performance in Michael Buble at the Concert Hall. The show takes place on November 13th.

ADAM LEVINE ON MTV

Did you miss the episode of MTV’s When I Was 17 featuring Adam Levine? Well you’ll have plenty of chances to watch it in September. Head to www.Maroon5.com to see when exactly you’ll be able to catch it.

BLACK CROWES FRONTMAN DISSES TAYLOR SWIFT

Chris Robinson, who fronts the rock group the Black Crowes, has lashed out against Taylor Swift in the recent issue of Nylon Guys magazine. He said, “I find it embarrassing that adults are like, ‘Taylor Swift is very talented.’ She’s not. She might be cute, but she’s horrible.” He also mentioned he doesn’t listen to new music these days because artists lack talent. Chris went on to say, “They have stylists who dress them, they make records with producers who play a chord into the computer and it all comes out the same… When you have computers doing it all for you … there’s no individuality.” Though Chris may not think highly of Taylor, many of her fans are highly anticipating the October 25th release of her next album, Speak Now.

OWL CITY WILL CRITIQUE YOUR MUSIC

Owl City and TuneCore are teaming up to offer one young artists an amazing opportunity. Frontman Adam Young will listen to one song uploaded by each artist, pick his favorite and provide a “constructive critique” of the tune. Learn more about submitting your song at www.TuneCore.com/OwlCity.

B.o.B UNPLUGGED!

B.o.B's MTV Unplugged can be viewed online now at www.MTV.com. During the show, the Atlanta rapper is joined by special guests including Robin Thicke, Melanie Fiona and Janelle Monae.

ROWDED HOUSE GREATEST HITS RECORD

Crowded House are releasing a greatest hits record. According to a press release, the ‘80s rockers are putting together 19 tracks for The Very, Very Best of Crowded House, which will be available in stores and online on October 26th. Learn more at www.CrowdedHouse.com.

GREEN DAY PLAY NEW SONG

Green Day recently said at a show in Denver that they will be releasing a live album soon. The band also played a new song at that show titled “Cigarettes and Valentines,” which may appear on that aforementioned live release. We’ll be sure to keep you posted on any and all new Green Day releases.

RIHANNA SHOOTS NEW FILM

Photos of Rihanna dressed in army fatigues and combat boots have surfaced online. The singer was spotted walking on the set of the film adaptation of the game Battleship. The flick is begin shot in Hawaii and also stars Alexander Skarsgard, Taylor Kitsch and Tom Arnold. You can visit www.RihannaDaily.com for the images.