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More Michael Jackson Tunes Announced for Video Game
Video game publisher Ubisoft has announced its upcoming video game Michael Jackson: The Experience will feature hits such as “Bad,” “Beat It” and “Billie Jean.” The game — which will be released later this year on Xbox 360, Playstation III and Wii — lets users imitate the King of Pop’s dance moves using the new Kinect and Move gesture-recognition technology. [Yahoo!]
Late Slipknot Bassist Paul Gray’s Wife Gives Birth
Brenna Gray — the wife of Slipknot bassist Paul Gray, who died on May 24th — gave birth to the couples first child, a baby daughter named October Dedrick Gray. A rep for the band says the baby looks “very much like her daddy.” [Blabbermouth]
Bret Michaels Sues Concert Promoter
Bret Michaels is suing a New York concert promoter for postponing a gig in Syracuse, New York without his knowledge. The promoters claim they postponed the show because Michaels was scheduled to appear on NBC’s America’s Got Talent that same night, although Michael’s appearance was previously taped. The Poison frontman is seeking $5 million in damages. [Hollywood Reporter]
Britney Spears Not Attending VMAs
Britney Spears’ manager, Adam Leber, has announced via Twitter that the pop star will not be attending or performing at this years VMAs on September 12th. [Adam Leber’s Twitter]
Ringo Starr‘s Childhood Home May Be Demolished
Ringo Starr’s childhood home in Liverpool may be demolished by developers in order to make way for more modern residences. Starr lived in the house for three months before moving. [BBC]
Iron Maiden Rack Up Huge Bar Tab
At an Irish pub in Norway, Iron Maiden racked up a $3275 bar tab, according to a receipt that has appeared online. The metal band’s tab includes 78 Guinness pints, 32 Heinekens, 13 Jack Daniel’s and 27 Slippery Nipple shots. [DListed]
Ice Cube Working on Next ‘Friday’ Installment
Rapper Ice Cube is hoping to land actor Chris Tucker to star in the next edition of his Friday franchise. “I think that’s what everybody wants to see,” said Cube. “I’m going to keep campaigning until the idea is so old nobody wants to see it.” [AllHipHop]