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Yves Saint Laurent dies

BREAKING NEWS: Iconic fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent has died, according to reports.

Tori Amos [ tickets ] has "parted ways" with her record company, Epic/Sony, and plans to head in the indie direction, according to a statement on her website."There will be many ways in the present and in the future for artists to cross what has become the new unchartered Music Frontier," Amos said in the statement. She goes on to write about structure, saying she's been observing many different working templates in the music business for years. "Artists need not fear structure, we just have to design and partner with expansive ideas," she said. "It is time for us as artists to stop being dependent, dependent on any system that has become undependable."No other details regarding her career plans were available.

Saigon leaving Atlantic Records

After numerous delayed release dates for his debut album, rapper Saigon has officially departed Atlantic Records, to which he signed in 2004.

Former Sopranos star engaged?

Former 'Sopranos' star James Gandolfini is set to marry his long-term girlfriend, according to reports.
The 46-year-old star, who played Tony Soprano in the hit show, is reported to have proposed to former model Deborah Lin while on holiday in the Bahamas.
A source told Perez Hilton: "James popped the question while in the Bahamas over the holidays. They're thrilled."
The couple have been dating for two years and met after Gandolfini called off his engagement to Lora Somoza in 2005.
Gandolfini has been previously married having divorced his wife Marcella in 2002 after almost four years together. They have a son together.

Ashlee Simpson-Wentz Postpones Summer Tour

Following news of her pregnancy, Ashlee Simpson-Wentz has postponed her summer tour.

The newlywed announced that she is expecting a child with her husband Pete Wentz, and as a result has pulled the plug on her live shows.

Her publicist reveals: "After careful consideration, Ashlee Simpson has decided to postpone her summer tour.

“She is committed to giving her fans the best show possible, and will be back better than ever and ready to rock in the future."

When do you think Ashlee will reschedule her tour? Be sure to leave your comments below.

Grammys Staple a Date

People might still be talking about "my Blake incarcerated" and Herbie Hancock's surprise Album of the Year victory, but the Recording Academy has started looking ahead to next...