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Michael Jackson to produce benefit song for Sept 11th victims

The reigning king of pop Michael Jackson will produce the forthcoming benefit song called "What more can I give" which will feature an all-star line up of entertainers from both music and movies. Mr. Jackson is no stranger to the benefit gig after doing a similar fete in 1985 with the nostalgic "We are the world" co-produced by friend Quincy Jones. That record generated millions for the famine relief effort in Africa and after last weeks telethon benefit which has raised over $150 million. all hopes the same success with this effort.

The line up of who's taking part is still building but those who has committed are Britney Spears, Destiny's Child's Beyounce Knowles, N'Sync, Jay Z,

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Artists unite for "Artist for AIDS"

Speaking of benefit tracks another one is on the horizon. On September 5 and 7 of this year, just 4 days prior to the tragic event that shook the world, an ensemble cast of superstar artists gathered in New York City to record a new version of Marvin Gaye's timeless classic chant "What's Going On," a record that called for compassion, healing and love. The thought process at the time was to heighten the awareness and raise funds for the fight against the AIDS virus in Africa

In light of the tragic terrorist attacks on the States this past September 11, Artists Against AIDS Worldwide, (aka AAA Worldwide) realizing the recording's powerful healing message extended beyond the scope of the project's original aim, decided to donate 50% of its proceeds to The United Way's September 11th Fund and 50% to the AIDS relief effort which includes the Global AIDS Alliance, among others

The line up of acts is very impressive: Christina Aguilera , Backstreet Boys , Mary J. Blige , Bono (of U2) , Destiny's Child , Jermaine Dupri , Fred Durst , Eve , Nelly Furtado , Nona Gaye (Marvin's daughter) , Darren Hayes , Ja Rule , Wyclef Jean , Alicia Keys , Aaron Lewis , Lil' Kim , Jennifer Lopez , Nas , Nelly, N'Sync , P Diddy , ?uestlove, Britney Spears , Gwen Stefani & THE Michael Stipe Band and the producers are just as impressive with the likes of U2's Bono, Puff Daddy, Jermaine Dupri and Fred Durst (of Limp Bizkit). The timeless track has already gone to radio and will be in stores October 23rd. Go get it (it's tight all the way around)

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Amel Larrieux's back in the studio

The beautiful and talented Amel Larrieux is back in the studio again to start recording the sophomore follow-up to her debut solo smash "Infinite Possibilities" She's currently penning songs for the album will have the same production team on hand as she did with her first LP.

Currently you can hear her on the newly recorded track 'Glitches' featuring The Roots taken from the forthcoming Sony/Heineken compilation "Red Star Sounds Vol.1 - Soul Searching." in stores Oct 9th.

The former lead sonstress of Groove Theory was destined for great things with her introduction to the world on the group's debut hit 'Tell me' and although it came as a surprise for most (myself included) for the group to split up, Amel truly shined on her solo debut effort with tracks like 'Get up' and I 'n' I.

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Erick Sermon in stable condition following car accident.

Rapper/Producer Erick Sermon is in critical but stable condition following a horrific car accident Tuesday (Sept 25th). The young rap pioneer was on his way home from a video shoot when said a spokesman for his record label "he apparently fell asleep at the wheel and slammed his Mercedes-Benz into a cement divider on a highway". He suffered broken bones and internal bleeding.

Sermon regained consciousness on Thursday (Sept 27th) but remained hospitalized at St. Joseph's in Patterson, New Jersey. He can't speak because his jaw has been wired shut. "He's going to make it, but it's going to be a long road to recovery," the spokesperson added.

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Jennifer Lopez (J-Lo) get married in California

She the darling of many a young men out there and this past weekend broke a lot of their hearts Jennifer Lopez, the dancer, singer turned actress got married to choreographer Chris Judd Saturday night (Sept 29th) at a private undisclosed residence in Los Angeles. J-Lo (as she calls herself nowadays) wearing one of her trademark gowns with plunging neckline and low-cut back, married dancer and choreographer Cris Judd in a very private ceremony.

Present was attorney Barry Hirsch who presided over the ceremony, producer extrodinaire Benny Medina J-Lo's manager and good friend was the best man, Arlene Rodriguez, Lopez's best friend since they were kids was maid of honor. It was reported that about 170 relatives and friends attended the seclusive ceremony.

The talk of the town will be (as always) her wedding gown. The new bride's off-white lace dress, with plunging neckline and low-cut back, was designed and created by Valentino and as to the par left little to the imagination but then again it is J-Lo we're talking about here what else would she wear..