All Things Music

GAGA MAKES THE TIME 100 LIST

Lady Gaga has made it! The pop star is on Time’s list of the 100 people who most affect the world. Friend Cyndi Lauper actually wrote the article about Gaga, saying that she has “incredible pop sensibility” and that she’s more than a performance artist, and is in fact “the art.” There is also a video up of Gaga talking about the most influential person in the world to her, Deepak Chopra.

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KELLY CLARKSON TURNS 28 IN MALAYSIA

Kelly Clarkson celebrated her 28th birthday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia over the weekend, and she took to her official website to post a video message thanking her fans for all their birthday wishes. Also on the site are pictures from her celebration. Check them out now at www.KellyClarkson.com.

MELISSA TALKS MORE ABOUT BREAKUP

Melissa Etheridge opened up to OK! magazine about her split with longtime partner Tammy. The “Fearless Love” singer said that the breakup was actually “a long time coming” and that “it’s hard to do in public.” Melissa also notes that Tammy will always be in her life because of their two children. The singer-songwriter went on to say that all four of her kids – two are from a previous relationship – will be coming out on tour with her this summer.

MELISSA ETHERIDGE MEETS IDOL

Melissa Etheridge is going through what could turn into a messy break-up with longtime partner Tammy, but she still knows how to have a good time. The singer-songwriter was backstage at a taping of American Idol and took a picture with the finalists of the hit show. See the pic now at www.MelissaEtheridge.com.

TAYLOR SWIFT ISN’T LOOKING FOR LOVE

Taylor Swift isn’t looking for love. In an interview with Top of the Pops magazine, the crossover star said that “there’s a lot to distract” her from dating, and that she doesn’t “sit around and wallow in being alone.” She also insists that her fame shouldn’t scare off potential suitors and that she’s “just a normal person.” Learn more at www.TOTPMag.com.

JOHN MAYER AND KEITH URBAN TEAM UP

John Mayer’s show in Spokane, Washington on August 28th is going to be a special one. That’s because the singer-songwriter will be sharing the stage with country superstar Keith Urban as their tour plans just happened to cross in the Northwestern city. John and Keith first collaborated earlier in the year for a performance of CMT Crossroads in Nashville. Learn more about the special concert at www.JohnMayer.com.

MARK McGRATH IS A FATHER

Sugar Ray frontman Mark McGrath is a father! His fiancée, Carin, gave birth to twins – a boy and a girl – yesterday in Los Angeles. According to www.People.com, McGrath said that he and his fiancée are “so lucky.” Mark and Carin have been dating on and off for 16 years and got engaged last New Year’s Eve.

LEONA LEWIS LOVES THE TUDORS

Leona Lewis is obsessed – with the television show The Tudors. The “Bleeding Love” singer took to her Twitter account to write that she’s “addicted” to the hit Showtime drama and that she loves the costumes that they wear. Keep up to date with everything Leona is up to at www.Twitter.com/LeonaLewisMusic.

U2’S ACHTUNG BABY TOPS SPIN’S BEST ALBUM LIST

The editors at Spin Magazine have chosen U2’s Achtung Baby as the number one most influential album of the last 25 years. The band’s 1991 album features hits like “One,” “Mysterious Ways,” “The Fly” and more. Read more at www.Spin.com now.

WEEZER WANT TO PLAY SUPERBOWL 2011

It seems Weezer is campaigning to play the Super Bowl next year. A Facebook page has popped up in support of the band playing the annual football event. Fans can join the group now by heading to Facebook. The band currently has over 300 fans in support of the guys playing the game.

JENNIFER LOPEZ MAKES MOST BEAUTIFUL LIST

Say what you want about Jennifer Lopez’s music and film career, one thing that remains consistent is that she always looks great. In fact, the Back-Up Plan actress has just made People Magazine's annual Most Beautiful list. Joining J-Lo are pop sensation Justin Bieber, Zoe Saldana, Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried, Robert Pattison and Katy Perry. Head over to www.People.com to view the complete list now.

VAN ZANDT THOUGHT BORN TO RUN “SUCKED”

Born to Run is one of Bruce Springsteen’s most successful albums but according to England’s Uncut magazine, as they were recording it, E Street Band member Steven Van Zandt told The Boss the record “sucked.” Bruce responded by saying, “Well, go f***ing fix it then,” which Van Zandt said he did. Read more at www.Uncut.co.uk.