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The Rolling Stones have been named the most expensive musical act to perform at weddings.
The poll, which was carried out by Living TV for its Four Weddings series, included celebrities such as Sir Elton John, Leona Lewis and Jennifer Lopez.
The rock group, consisting of Ronnie Wood, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Charlie Watts, charge up to £5 million to perform at wedding receptions.
Second on the list was Sir Elton John, followed by Kylie Minogue, Christina Aguilera and George Michael.
Leona Lewis has revealed that her new album is called Echo.
It will be released on Syco Records on November 16.
Echo is Lewis's follow-up to her 2007 debut Spirit, which has now sold more than six million copies worldwide.
The album's tracklisting will be announced later, but it is believed to feature songwriting and production contributions from Ne-Yo, Ryan Tedder and Xenomania.
'Don't Let Me Down', a collaboration with Justin Timberlake that is rumoured to be the album's first single, leaked last week.
Neil Diamond has said that he would love to collaborate with the Beastie Boys.
The singer-songwriter told Metro that he would relish working with the Rick Rubin-produced rap-rock crossover group but is not sure if they could plan the project.
Diamond said: "I've worked with Rick on my past three albums and I've got a new record on the way with him.
"We've started talking about it and I'm looking forward to getting into the studio and laying down some stuff."
He added: "I'd love to do something with the Beastie Boys but, because of all the travelling, you don't necessarily see these people unless there is something that brings you together.
"Most of the time these things are down to luck rather than judgement, so you never know."
Earlier this year, Diamond topped the UK album charts for the first time with his 29th studio LP Home Before Dark.
Madonna is to face a boycott from Bulgarian church leaders at her upcoming performance in Sofia, it has emerged.
Fans of the 51-year-old popstar, who was recently criticised by Polish officials for scheduling a show during the Catholic holiday Feast Of The Assumption, have been asked not to attend her concert in the capital city this weekend, E! reports.
"Louise Esther Ciccone (Madonna), with almost every concert in a Christian country, displays a disrespectful and intolerant attitude to the religious feelings of the Christians there," an Orthodox church's statement read.
The gig this Saturday reportedly coincides with another religious holy day, in which the region recognises the beheading of Saint John the Baptist by spending the day fasting.
The church added that it condones "such musical artistic events which, in many cases, openly profane Christian symbols and events".
Madonna was forced to cancel a scheduled stop in Slovenia earlier this month, allegedly due to low ticket sales.
Little Boots has released a free mixtape online in celebration of her recent top ten single.
The 25-year-old singer reached number six at the weekend with 'Remedy'.
According to Angry Ape, the mixtape features both old and new pop acts, including Fever Ray, The Beach Boys and The Human League.
The full Little Boots mixtape tracklisting is:
* And Your Dreams Come True -The Beach Boys
* Walking On A Dream (Treasure Fingers remix) - Empire Of The Sun
* Precious Little Diamond - Fox The Fox
* Triangle Walks (Rex The Dog remix) - Fever Ray
* Obsession For The Disco Freaks - Alexander Robotnick
* Cruel Intentions - Simian Mobile Disco feat. Beth Ditto
* Kilometer (A-Trak dub) - Sebastien Tellier
* Dreaming - Rainbow Team
* Animal (Fake Blood remix) - Miike Snow
* Suspicious Minds - Miss Kittin & The Hacker
* Pulstar - Vangelis
* The Things That Dreams Are Made Of (re-edit) - The Human League
* We're back (Vitalic remix) - Heartbreak
* aNYway - Duck Sauce
* Remedy (Stonemasons remix) - Little Boots
Liam Gallagher has apologised to fans after Oasis were forced to scrap their second headlining show at the V Festival in Essex.
The band had faced criticism from supporters for pulling out of the gig in Chelmsford after Gallagher was diagnosed with viral laryngitis. They were later replaced by Snow Patrol.
Writing on his Twitter account, the singer said: "The voice may have disappeared but I'm still here. First things first, V, I'm gutted, you're gutted. I'm sorry, what can I say?"
He later added: "Secondly, respect to those bands who covered Oasis last night, even though I might have given some of you s**t in the past."
Oasis had performed at the Saturday night festival in Stafford before Gallagher was advised by doctors not to continue. The Sunday performance would have marked the band's final UK date on their current world tour.
Pete Doherty's headline set at the V Festival in Stafford ended in chaos when organisers turned off the power and brought his show to an abrupt halt.
The singer, who performed a 17-song set, had the sound turned off during his final track, a cover of The Beatles' version of 'Twist And Shout', leaving him "visibly perplexed", according to NME.
Doherty reportedly attempted to continue the song without power but soon gave up when his voice was drowned out by the audience. He promptly mouthed his apologies to the crowd and left the stage.
Disgruntled fans proceeded to throw bottles and glasses at the stage and chanted for Doherty to return and complete his set.
The star performed with guest musicians including Stephen Street on electric guitar and Babyshambles bassist Drew McConnell and drummer Adam Ficek.
Dot Alison and former Bandits singer John Robinson also made appearances during the set.
The poll, which was carried out by Living TV for its Four Weddings series, included celebrities such as Sir Elton John, Leona Lewis and Jennifer Lopez.
The rock group, consisting of Ronnie Wood, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Charlie Watts, charge up to £5 million to perform at wedding receptions.
Second on the list was Sir Elton John, followed by Kylie Minogue, Christina Aguilera and George Michael.
Leona Lewis has revealed that her new album is called Echo.
It will be released on Syco Records on November 16.
Echo is Lewis's follow-up to her 2007 debut Spirit, which has now sold more than six million copies worldwide.
The album's tracklisting will be announced later, but it is believed to feature songwriting and production contributions from Ne-Yo, Ryan Tedder and Xenomania.
'Don't Let Me Down', a collaboration with Justin Timberlake that is rumoured to be the album's first single, leaked last week.
Neil Diamond has said that he would love to collaborate with the Beastie Boys.
The singer-songwriter told Metro that he would relish working with the Rick Rubin-produced rap-rock crossover group but is not sure if they could plan the project.
Diamond said: "I've worked with Rick on my past three albums and I've got a new record on the way with him.
"We've started talking about it and I'm looking forward to getting into the studio and laying down some stuff."
He added: "I'd love to do something with the Beastie Boys but, because of all the travelling, you don't necessarily see these people unless there is something that brings you together.
"Most of the time these things are down to luck rather than judgement, so you never know."
Earlier this year, Diamond topped the UK album charts for the first time with his 29th studio LP Home Before Dark.
Madonna is to face a boycott from Bulgarian church leaders at her upcoming performance in Sofia, it has emerged.
Fans of the 51-year-old popstar, who was recently criticised by Polish officials for scheduling a show during the Catholic holiday Feast Of The Assumption, have been asked not to attend her concert in the capital city this weekend, E! reports.
"Louise Esther Ciccone (Madonna), with almost every concert in a Christian country, displays a disrespectful and intolerant attitude to the religious feelings of the Christians there," an Orthodox church's statement read.
The gig this Saturday reportedly coincides with another religious holy day, in which the region recognises the beheading of Saint John the Baptist by spending the day fasting.
The church added that it condones "such musical artistic events which, in many cases, openly profane Christian symbols and events".
Madonna was forced to cancel a scheduled stop in Slovenia earlier this month, allegedly due to low ticket sales.
Little Boots has released a free mixtape online in celebration of her recent top ten single.
The 25-year-old singer reached number six at the weekend with 'Remedy'.
According to Angry Ape, the mixtape features both old and new pop acts, including Fever Ray, The Beach Boys and The Human League.
The full Little Boots mixtape tracklisting is:
* And Your Dreams Come True -The Beach Boys
* Walking On A Dream (Treasure Fingers remix) - Empire Of The Sun
* Precious Little Diamond - Fox The Fox
* Triangle Walks (Rex The Dog remix) - Fever Ray
* Obsession For The Disco Freaks - Alexander Robotnick
* Cruel Intentions - Simian Mobile Disco feat. Beth Ditto
* Kilometer (A-Trak dub) - Sebastien Tellier
* Dreaming - Rainbow Team
* Animal (Fake Blood remix) - Miike Snow
* Suspicious Minds - Miss Kittin & The Hacker
* Pulstar - Vangelis
* The Things That Dreams Are Made Of (re-edit) - The Human League
* We're back (Vitalic remix) - Heartbreak
* aNYway - Duck Sauce
* Remedy (Stonemasons remix) - Little Boots
Liam Gallagher has apologised to fans after Oasis were forced to scrap their second headlining show at the V Festival in Essex.
The band had faced criticism from supporters for pulling out of the gig in Chelmsford after Gallagher was diagnosed with viral laryngitis. They were later replaced by Snow Patrol.
Writing on his Twitter account, the singer said: "The voice may have disappeared but I'm still here. First things first, V, I'm gutted, you're gutted. I'm sorry, what can I say?"
He later added: "Secondly, respect to those bands who covered Oasis last night, even though I might have given some of you s**t in the past."
Oasis had performed at the Saturday night festival in Stafford before Gallagher was advised by doctors not to continue. The Sunday performance would have marked the band's final UK date on their current world tour.
Pete Doherty's headline set at the V Festival in Stafford ended in chaos when organisers turned off the power and brought his show to an abrupt halt.
The singer, who performed a 17-song set, had the sound turned off during his final track, a cover of The Beatles' version of 'Twist And Shout', leaving him "visibly perplexed", according to NME.
Doherty reportedly attempted to continue the song without power but soon gave up when his voice was drowned out by the audience. He promptly mouthed his apologies to the crowd and left the stage.
Disgruntled fans proceeded to throw bottles and glasses at the stage and chanted for Doherty to return and complete his set.
The star performed with guest musicians including Stephen Street on electric guitar and Babyshambles bassist Drew McConnell and drummer Adam Ficek.
Dot Alison and former Bandits singer John Robinson also made appearances during the set.