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LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) Vanessa Marquez, an actress known mostly for her role as a nurse in the television drama “ER,” was shot and killed by police in Pasadena, Calif., Thursday. Police were called to her home to perform a welfare check yesterday afternoon, according to CNN. Marquez, 49, was acting erratically – having seizures and appearing to be suffering from mental issues, officials told CNN. There was about a 90-minute attempt to offer Marquez medical help before she armed herself with what appeared to be a handgun and police opened fire. The object turned out to be a BB gun, investigators said. Marquez played nurse Wendy Goldman on “ER” from 1994 to 1997 in subplots, some of a lighthearted nature. She also had roles in the movie “Stand and Deliver” and on “Seinfeld.” The post Actress Known From Role On ‘ER’ Shot By Police appeared first on CelebrityAccess . from CelebrityAccess https://ift.tt/2C6I0QT via IFTTT

(CelebrityAccess) — Lana Del Rey pulled out an upcoming performance in Israel at the 11th hour after she was unable to schedule a second show for her Palestinian fans. Del Rey had been scheduled to headline the inaugural edition of the Meteor Festival in Israel on Sept 7th. In a message posted to her social media on Friday, Del Rey wrote: “It’s important for me to perform in both Palestine and Israel and treat all my fans equally,” she wrote. “Unfortunately it hasn’t been possible to line up both visit with such short notice and therefore I’m postponing my appearance at the Meteor Festival until a time when I can schedule visits for both my Israeli and Palestinian fans, as well as hopefully other countries in the region” A statement posted by Meteor Fest organizers on Friday pointedly said: “Just got the word that Lana will be a no-show at Meteor. We do appreciate her for choosing meteor to help her score some press attention. “With that, Meteor will take place with the same bad...

MOSCOW (CelebrityAccess) — Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters’ apparent support for Russia, including their 2014 annexation of the Crimean peninsula, has sparked a backlash among Ukrainians. According to Billboard Waters gave an interview to Russian newspaper Izvestia in which he defended the Russian annexation of Crimea by suggesting that there were many “agreements and other papers” which justified Russia’s claims on Sevastopol, a major port in the region. Rogers threw further fuel on the fire when he said that the conflict with Ukraine was “provoked” by the removal of Ukraine’s pro-Russian Viktor Yanukovych in 2014, Billboard reported. Rogers also suggested the idea of blaming Russia for the conflict in Ukraine was “laughable” and said the blame rests with Victoria Nuland, the senior State Department official for Europe and Eurasia under the Obama Administration, RT reported. RT, formerly Russia Today, is owned by the Russian government. Yanukovych, who became President of Ukra...

DEL MAR, CA (CelebrityAccess) — FlipTix, an Orange County-based tech start-up, announced that their ticket resale app will launch will launch in California at the Kaaboo-Del Mar Festival when it takes place next month in Del Mar from Sept. 14-16. Unlike other ticket resale services which allow fans to buy tickets ahead of a concert or festival, FlipTix allows users to sell their tickets to the event if they leave early. Ticket holders who exit prior to the end of an event can use the app to mark themselves as done with the event, which notifies FlipTix users outside that a ticket has become available. Sellers receive payment in the form of cash, merchandise or gift cards. Buyers either pick up their activated wristband at a designated FlipTix location at the event venue or get a digital ticket delivered directly on their phone. FlipTix is led by co-founders Jaime Siegel, CEO, who spent 16 years as VP of Intellectual Property for Sony, and President Brian Siegel who previously led a...

(CelebrityAccess) — On Thursday night at the stroke of midnight, rap legend Eminem surprised his fans with the release of his latest album “Kamikaze.” While the album received zero hype before launch, Em took to Twitter to tease the release, offering a middle finger emoji and tweeting: “Tried not 2 overthink this 1… enjoy.” The LP, his second full-length release this year, features 13 tracks and cover art that pays homage to the seminal Beastie Boys album “License To Ill.” The album features Eminem serving as executive producer, along with his longtime collaborator Dr. Dre. Artist collaborations on “Kamikaze” include Joyner Lucas and Royce Da 5’9”, Bon Iver frontman Justin Vernon and Canadian artist Jessie Reeyz. Eminem is outspoken on the album, taking shots at everyone from politicians such as President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence, to his fellows in the rap world, including the new breed such as Lil Yachty and Lil Pump. The album has received mixed reviews, and s...

(CelebrityAccess) — Hot on the heels of the details of his upcoming tour of Canada, Sir Paul McCartney has announced the first round of dates for the U.S. segment of his “Freshen Up” Tour. Macca’s U.S. dates are slated to start at PNC Arena in Raleigh on May 27th, 2019. with 4 additional dates through mid-June announced so far. This will be McCartney’s first show in Raleigh since the dark days of 2002. Joining McCartney for the tour will be the members of his band, Paul “Wix” Wickens (keyboards), Brian Ray (bass/guitar), Rusty Anderson (guitar) and Abe Laboriel Jr (drums). Tickets for the currently announced shows go on sale on Sept. 7th. McCartney will be on the road in support of his upcoming album “Egypt Station” which is due out next Friday, via Capitol Records. He has upcoming promotional appearances for the new album on the Howard Stern Show on Sept. 5th, and the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon on September 6th. Currently announced U.S. tour dates Monday 27th May: Raleigh ...

KAMPALA, Uganda (CelebrityAccess) — Ugandan pop-star turned parliamentarian, Bobi Wine was “violently re-arrested” by authorities as he attempted to leave the country on Thursday, his attorney said. In a series of tweets, Wine’s attorney Nicholas Opiyo wrote: “The police have violently abducted Bobi Wine from the airport, forced him into a police ambulance and is being driven to unknown (sic) destination,” Wine’s attorney Nicholas Opiyo said on Twitter. “The Uganda Police have violently blocked Hon Bobi Wine from traveling outside of the country in spite of the court declining to do so when being released on bail earlier in the week. This is absurd to say the least,” Opiyo added in a second tweet. According to CNN, Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, was first arrested by the Ugandan military on August 15th after a riot erupted between supporters of two political parties ahead of a parliamentary election. Wine was freed on bail on Monday after weeks of legal wran...

Thrash metal legends Slayer revealed that they are extending what has been billed as their farewell tour into 2019. Buoyed by the response of their just-completed North American run, Slayer announced plans to extend the tour through the end of 2019 with a fistful of dates in the U.K. and Europe. “I just want to take the time out to say thank you to all our fans who have made this first part of this tour phenomenal,” says bassist/vocalist Tom Araya a press statement. “You really are loyal and dedicated fans and we appreciate that so much from you. “We still have quite a few places to play,” he adds, “so next year, keep your eyes and ears open so you can catch us live one last and final time,” Araya added. Slayer is due to perform at Force Fest in Mexico on October 7th and then heads across the Atlantic where they kick off their old-world tour segment on November 1st at 3Arena in Dublin. Additional dates for 2019 have not bee announced, with one exception – Slayer is lined up for p...

(CelebrityAccess) Vans Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman has tweeted that he is in a hospital. Further information is unavailble other than Lyman mentions that, upon wrapping the final Warped tour, he is now teaching and that seemed to be, at least humorously, a factor. “37 years of hard charging in the music business and it to [sic] only two weeks of teaching to put me in the hospital. Seriously take care of yourselves we are not invincible!” his tweet reads. Developing 37 years of hard charging in the music business and it to only 2 weeks of teaching to put me in the hospital. Seriously take care of yourselves we are not invincible! pic.twitter.com/CfKylwserp — KevinLyman (@KevinLyman) August 31, 2018 The post Breaking: Warped Tour Founder Kevin Lyman Hospitalized appeared first on CelebrityAccess . from CelebrityAccess https://ift.tt/2C3eonk via IFTTT

LOS ANGELES (CelebrityAccess) Apparently, Bradley Cooper’s remake of “A Star Is Born,” starring Lady Gaga is going to be a really big deal and it is kicking off with gushing reviews from its debut at the Venice Film Festival and the announcement of a 19-track soundtrack featuring new Gaga tunes. The album will feature new compositions from Gaga and Bradley Cooper both, plus collaborations with Lukas Nelson (aka frontman of Lukas Nelson & The Promise of the Real-slash-Willie Nelson’s son), Mark Ronson, Dave Cobb, Julia Michaels and others, according to Variety . One of the songs, “Shallow,” is teased in the movie’s first trailer. Meanwhile, a recent Fandango survey had “A Star Is Born” voted among the Top 5 upcoming releases and Gaga the No. 1 most anticipated actress. First exhibitor screenings in Los Angeles received accolades and predictions of Oscar nominations . 1. Intro 2. Black Eyes – Performed by Bradley Cooper. Written and produced by Bradley Cooper and Lukas Nelso...

DETROIT (CelebrityAccess) Time magazine has provided a live stream of Aretha Franklin’s funeral service as family and friends gathjer at Greater Grace Temple. Guests include former President Bill Clinton, Smokey Robinson and Rev. Jesse Jackson with musical tributes by ARiana Grande, Faith Hill, Jennifer Hudson, The Clark Sisters and more.       The post Aretha Franklin Funeral Service Streaming Live. Watch It Here appeared first on CelebrityAccess . from CelebrityAccess https://ift.tt/2N3iiB4 via IFTTT

COLUMBIA (CelebrityAccess) – One of the oldest and largest labels and publishers in South America, Codiscos, announced this week that it has extended its publishing deal with US-based Sunflower Entertainment . According to Billboard , the new agreement includes expanded rights in several key European territories and monetization on YouTube, Facebook, and new technology platforms. Codiscos’ catalog currently includes songs performed by Wolfine, Maelo Ruiz, Peter Manjarres, Felipe Pelaez, and Nicky Jam, among others. Commenting on the new deal, Adriana Restrepo, Codiscos President said in a statement: “Codiscos is looking forward to work jointly with Sunflower Entertainment in this new, expanded territory deal.” “The songs of Codiscos are a much-loved part of the Sunflower family,” added Jamar Chess, Sunflower co-founder. “Codiscos is on the pulse of the Urban scene in Medellín [Colmbia].” The post Codiscos Extends Publishing Deal With Sunflower Entertainment appear...

(CelebrityAccess) – Mastodon and Dinosaur Jr. have canceled their upcoming joint North American tour, which was due to kick off on Saturday (Sept. 1) in Edmonton, Alberta. A since-deleted post on Mastodon’s Facebook page confirmed the cancellation saying it was due to a “critical situation” involving a member of the Mastodon family. The band also extended their thanks to fans for their support and understanding, adding “no plans for rescheduling have been set.” Dinosaur Jr. later addressed the cancelation via their Twitter page stating that their team was working quickly to see if they could schedule new shows in some of the affected markets. All tickets for the joint Mastodon and Dinosaur Jr. tour will be refunded at the point of purchase. See the affected dates below. September 1 – Edmonton, AB @ North Alberta Jubilee Auditorium 2 – Calgary, AB @ Grey Eagle Centre 4 – Saskatoon, SK @ O’Brians Event Centre 6 – Winnipeg, MB @ Burton Cummings Theatre 7 – Duluth, MN @ Duluth H...

(CelebrityAccess) – The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has officially launched court action against Viagogo over concerns that the secondary ticketing website is breaking consumer protection law. CMA originally began enforcement action against the secondary ticketing market last November, however, only StubHub, Get Me In! and Seatwave, committed to improving the quality of information available to consumers about the tickets being resold via their platforms. When a hearing on ticket abuse occurred in March of this year, Viagogo, was noticeably absent and has not since agreed to make any changes that would put them in line with CMA’s previous requests. Commenting on the ordeal, Andrea Coscelli, CMA CEO said: “People who buy tickets on websites like Viagogo must be given all the information they are entitled to. It’s imperative they know key facts, including what seat they will get and whether there is a risk they might not actually get into the event, before parting wi...

(CelebrityAccess) – Warner Music Group has promoted veteran exec Alfonso Perez-Soto to executive vp of Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa. This is Perez-Soto’s second promotion in a year at WMG. Last October, he was appointed to the then-newly created position of senior vp, global business development and chief commercial officer, emerging markets. His previous experience includes 5 years as senior vp of business development for Latin America, Spain and emerging markets, where he oversaw the company’s expansion into those growing regions, as well as a stint as new media director for WMG, a position he held upon joining the company in 2005. Perez-Soto also worked at Telefonica, Universal Music Group and Nokia earlier in his career. “There’s no one better-placed to spearhead our growth in these areas, which are crucial for the future of our company. In today’s streaming ecosystem these regions are going to become increasingly influential in breaking new artists globally,” comm...

Fundraising events yield great potential to raise money for your cause. That is why you should put serious thought into planning your event. That being said, a fundraising event checklist is instrumental in giving you that much-needed plan of action. Once you have a plan in place, it will be much easier for you to stay focused on the tasks at hand and steer your event in the right direction towards success. The following article goes into detail about the essential aspects of what your checklist should contain, so keep on reading. A Clear Goal For starters, what your event needs to become a reality is to serve a clearly-defined purpose. An easy way to go about this is to ask yourself this question “What do I want to achieve through this event?” Maybe you are looking to fund a specific cause you’re deeply involved with or want to bring awareness about an issue that is important to your organization and those it is meant to help. Now, the next step would be to establish a set...

This week In the Hot Seat with Larry LeBlanc: Toby Mamis, manager, Alive Enterprises. You are going to have to wait for a film to make much sense of Toby Mamis’ fabulously winding career. In conversation, Mamis ducks, dives and weaves through accounts of moments in his career like a junkie searching for a fix on Sunset Boulevard on a Saturday night. Harold Hill—the fictitious boys’ band organizer in “The Music Man”—would be agog hearing Mamis’ colorful prose of his career high spots including successfully shepherding the Alice Cooper troupe around the world since 1986. As a teenager in New York City in the ‘60s, Mamis was an underground boy wonder radical who merged two school publications, The Flea and The Weekly Reader, into an alternative high school newspaper called the New York Herald-Tribune. As a young music scribe, Mamis wrote regularly for such American publications as Creem, Zoo World, Performance, and  Friday Morning Quarterback with intermittent freelance bit...

ATASCADERO, Calif. (CelebrityAccess) The rumored wedding of Neil Young and Daryl Hannah took place in San Luis Obispo last Friday, but it’s only now receiving confirmation. Young and Hannah were married in Atascadero, Calif, a few hours west of Fresno and Bakersfield where Neil Young & Crazy Horse played some recent shows. The ceremony was top secret to keep the paparazzi away, according to the New York Post . Joni Mitchell and Stephen Stills were in attendance (Hannah was a divisive topic between the members of CSN&Y). Young serenaded his bride with “Harvest Moon.” There were approximately 100 invited guests that were each provided a heart-shaped locket containing photos of the bride and groom. Guests received a list of nearby hotels but were told, “Please note the hotels do not have information about the event, so please only contact them to book a room (and do not mention anything about the event).” A wedding planner also told them, “Everyone will be asked to leave thei...

This week on Promoter 101 The Podcast we’ve got Live Nation Co-President of America Mark Campana &  Pearl Jam’s Fan Club The Ten Club’s Karen Loria Recorded Live from the Home of the World Famous Chicago Cubs Wrigley Field Ticketmaster’s David Marcus joins us to break down some of the new technology features that Ten Club is using to service their fans. And News of the Week with Emporium Presents’ Dan Steinberg and Billboard / Amplify’s Dave Brooks. Special Guest Co-Host From Rocks Off Jake Szufnarowski. Email: steiny@promoter101.net Spotify: https://is.gd/T5SPEC Tweet the Guys: https://twitter.com/Promoters101 Tweet Dan: https://twitter.com/TheJew Tweet Luke: https://twitter.com/wlukepierce Follow us on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/promoter101-29260148/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steinypromoter101/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/promoter101 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/promoter101 Website: http://www.promoter101.n...