It is a well-known fact that the 1960’s were the decade when many important things happened and were happening all around the world.  Some of those things were very good, and some of them were extremely bad.  Generally speaking, the 1960’s were a new time in many aspects – different people were born and raised – people who were not afraid to stand up for what they believed in, people who were self-conscious and people who wanted to change the world, literally and metaphorically.

Although this phenomenon can be seen in many different aspects of life, it is believed that music is something that represents the spirit of the 1960’s in the best way possible.  For instance, the hippie movement was all about freedom and peace, and these ideas can be best seen in the music from the 1960’s, since the movement influenced culture in general, including the music from the time.

Breakthroughs Concerning Music in the 1960’s

Like any other era, the 1960’s introduced a lot of new things to music, one of the most important being the real rock and roll music.  Despite the fact that rock and roll music evolved from blues, jazz, country and gospel music in the 1940’s and the 1950’s, it was not until the 1960’s that it became the rock and roll we know today.

Namely, the 1960’s are the most important decade for the popularization of rock and roll music, and during the decade, it became the most popular musical genre in western culture.  Also, the 1960’s were the time when some of the greatest names of the musical industry were at their best – Elvis Presley, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones, The Doors are just a few to mention.

One of the most important things that has to be mentioned when talking about music in the 1960’s is the Woodstock Festival, which happened in August 1969.  It is one of the most important moments in the history of rock and roll, if not the single most important event in the history of music in general.

Most Popular Bands in the 1960’s

It can be said that the 1960’s have been one of the most prolific eras when it comes to the number of music bands which are still popular today, you will rarely attend an event with live music and the party band don’t play a few old classics.  Here is a list of some of the most popular and most important music bands and individuals from the 1960’s:

• The Beatles – hailing from Liverpool, they came to the USA in the 1960’s and they quickly became one of the most popular bands in the world.
• The Rolling Stones – also a band from the UK, they became massively popular in the 1960’s, and went on to release 24 studio albums in the USA.
• Elvis Presley – although ”The King” became popular in the 1950’s, he released some of his best songs in the 1960’s, including Stuck on You, It’s Now or Never, Suspicious Minds, You’re the Devil in Disguise and others.
• Eric Clapton – whether in The Yardbirds, in Cream or as a solo artist, Eric Clapton is one of the best guitarists in the world, and one of the many musicians that became popular in the 1960’s.
• Bob Dylan – he has been one of the most influential people in music for five decades now with his songs serving as an inspiration for people who are against war and have strong opinions about civil rights and politics in general.

Olly Murs took the Best Male Artist title and Jessie J won Best Female Artist with JLS being crowned Best Group.

Many of the celebs who attended the event chose black or white for their outfit colour choice with Nicola Roberts and Florence Brudenell-Bruce looking particularly stunning. Jessie J took home three awards for Best Female Artists, Best Newcome and Best Song but was unable to attend the event as she was filming with James Morrison.

The glass trophies for the event were modern and stylish and thanks to glass engraving the awards featured text showing the event title and the winners category.
Best Male Artist: Olly Murs
Best Female Artist: Jessie J
Best Group: JLS
Best International Artist or Group: Bruno Mars
Best Independent Artist or Group: Adele
Best Newcomer: Jessie J
Best Song: Jessie J ft BOB – Price Tag
Best Video: JLS with Tinie Tempah – Eyes Wide Shut
Best Place To Discover Music: Radio 1 online
Best Place To Hear Music: YouTube
Best Place To Buy Music: iTunes
Best Music App: Orange Glastonbury 2011 app
Best Event: Coca-Cola Music – 24 Hour Session with Maroon 5
Best Artist Promotion: Kaiser Chiefs – The Future is Medievil album launch
Best Radio Show or Podcast: The Adam & Joe Show
Breakthrough Artist of the Year: Ed Sheeran
Artist of the Year: The Streets
Best Innovation or Gadget: SoundCloud
People’s Choice Award for Best Official Site for an Artist: coldplay.com
People’s Choice Award for Best Fan Site for an Artist: coldplaying.com
The awards were particularly dazzling this year but still simple yet stylish. It’ll be interesting to see if next year the award changes shape such as a paperweight or a mirage of glass paperweights – or a microphone may be more fitting!

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1. Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes

Tom and Katie were married at Odescalchi Castle in Bracciano, Italy, on 18^th November 2006. The couple invited around150 guests and Katie wore a tailor made Giorgio Armani gown complete with Swarovski crystals and hand-embroidered stitching. Tom recreated his famous vocal performance from the movie “Top Gun” by serenading Katie with, “You’ve Lost that Lovin’ Feeling.”

The famous couple then spent their lavish honeymoon on a secret hide-away island in the Maldives bringing a massive 40 different pieces of luggage with them. They island hopped on their luxury yacht, the 285-foot Arctic P, enjoying the sun and surf.

2. David and Victoria Beckham

Posh and becks wed in July 1999 at Luttrellstown Castle, just outside Dublin. Guests were asked to wear black or white and the couple sat upon their red velvet thrones while greeting them. A wonderful firework display was the final entertainment of the evening.

The couple were forced to cancel their elaborate honeymoon to the Far East because David wasn’t able to take time away from the football pitch, but on 8^th March 2006 he surprised his wife by planning a ceremony to renew their vows. The famous pair jetted off on a second honeymoon, which started with a shopping spree in Paris. David allowed his renewed bride to pick anything she wanted for her second wedding gift from her favourite stores AzzedineAlaia and Colette.

3. Prince Williamand Kate Middleton

Of course an extravagant list of celebrity weddings would not be complete without a mention of the most anticipated royal wedding. Kate wore a classically styled Sarah Burton dress with a corseted bodice and delicate lace embroidery. As she walked into the Abbey, behind her trailed a nine foot train. William looked the perfect gent in his red-coloured, medal-adorned Colonel of the Irish Guard uniform.

The royal couple spent an extremely private honeymoon in the Seychelles for 10 romantic days. They flew by private jet and chartered helicopters and had access to the resort’s private marina offering deep sea fishing, scuba diving and sailing.

While not everyone can have an elaborate wedding and honeymoon that matches celebrity standards, we sure can have fun living vicariously and gathering inspiration from their fantastical lives.

For more inspiration ideas, take a look at this list of 100 Romantic Places to Stay in Europe.

Everyone loves her, she has become somewhat of a British symbol. The stunning Newcastle singer and TV-personality Cheryl Cole has over the last few years reached out to our hearts. Cole has also famously become somewhat of a style icon according to fashionistas and has appeared on the front covers of both Elle and Vogue.

Much has happened since the days of Girls Aloud for Cole. She is now one of the most known TV-personalities in the UK, appearing in among others The X-Factor. She has charmed us all with her big always perfect hair and long eye lashes. But she has also been given attention due to her amazing style. She dresses her perfect figure in the latest fashion as well as setting her own trends.

When appearing on TV or at events, Cole is always looking glamorous and elegant with evening and cocktail dresses. Whether they are short or long she manage to compliment the look with amazing accessorise – the heels of course!

Cole’s everyday style various and always surprises, not wearing the same outfit twice. She is seen in skinny jeans, a coloured vest top, sunglasses and heels, or office trousers and a blouse, and always carrying the latest and trendiest envelope bags. Or on some day perhaps just a cool look with jeans shorts and a check shirt. Knowing this, Cole will without doubt look fabulous this autumn!

The online department store very.co.uk offers a great selection of trendy clothes from a large number of brands. So visit very.co.uk to create your own Cheryl Cole look.

Despite the success of this year’s show, some critics will be clamouring to get their claws out and cheering that the verbatim of the formula is now dead and buried forever. For publicity agents, the end of Celebrity Big Brother means one less opportunity for their TV hungry clients. As any PR consultant knows, a celebrity client who’s regularly on the box is of great value and opens up a wonderful can of high paying fee opportunities. I wonder how many more celebrity programmes will be swallowed up by cost-cuts and public fall-out with reality TV?

It’s not cheap to make a show like Celebrity Big Brother and with belts tightening, who else could be next for the chop? If we’re to believe what’s been written in the press recently, GMTV is on the verge of a major re-haul. Kate Garraway, Penny Smith and even Andrew Castle must be feeling the noose growing tighter round their necks as speculation mounts. Although GMTV is still clearly popular with viewers, advertising revenue has fallen and budgets are being cut.

Celebrity PR needs reality TV shows to keep their clients topical and earning fees, especially if like Alex Reid, their talents are limited. As digital PR increases, PR agencies are being forced to move with the times and digital TV will soon be the platform that agencies are budding to gain exposure for their clients from.

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‘Splits’ may be the word that’s buzzing down Hollywood streets, but don’t get us wrong here-it’s the rumors that Hollywood’s hottest couple Brangelina have planned to part ways. Close associates of the duo, however, negate the assumptions saying that they are very much together and there are no misunderstandings between them regarding Pitt’s ex-wife Jennifer Aniston. On the contrary, popular celebrity magazines confirm that both are living separately and are fighting a dirty battle for the custody of their six kids. In fact, the magazine is also found quoting that Pitt has approached Jennifer for advice and support. Any guesses what’s in store for us this valentine?

Britney Spears is really hot on the web! The 27-year-old pop sensation is conferred the crown of ‘Most Searched Celebrity of the Last Decade’. In addition to her singing and entertaining qualities, perhaps it was her style of living that made her widely popular among the youth. In the race of the “Most Searched Celeb on the Web” Britney has overtaken the Nobel laureate US prez. The decade that started in a “Toxic” note for the American pop star ended in a sweeter note no doubt.

It was her debut album “Baby One More Time” that brought Ms Spears instant fame and success in 1999. Her next video release “Oops!… I Did It Again” gave her the status of a global pop icon. Since then Britney has remained the epicenter of several controversies. During the last ten years of fame she married twice and became a mother of two children.

Possibly it was the pressure of being on the public eye while having a turbulent private life that caused her emotional meltdown. The legal battles over custody of her children also pushed her towards hospitalization and psychiatric treatments. But it’s Spears’ indomitable spirit that brought her back on the track of music. With her latest album ‘The Singles Collection’ in November 2009 Britney made it to the elite list of ‘most powerful celebrities’ with an earning of over 35 million dollars. So, the proverb ‘all is well that ends well’ is true for Britney!

A new controversy has surfaced regarding the sudden death of the Pop King. As published by the media a new ‘amended’ version of the post mortem report of Michael Jackson says that the pop star was murdered.
There has always been a controversy over this issue from the beginning. Initially the doctors said he was died of cardiac arrest and the overdose of painkillers might have aggravated breathing trouble. Further investigation dug out the role of the sedatives that MJ took for insomnia. It was reported that Jackson took anesthetic drug propofol before his death. The primary death report that was issued on July 7, 2009 has been amended. Further probe into the matter compelled the medical examiner Christopher Roger to declare the death as “homicide” in the amended report issued on August 31 last year.

What ever the reason might be behind this untimely death, just like the Jackson family who wants “proper investigation and conviction of the person (or persons) responsible for MJ’s death”, we all want the truth to come out in the light soon.

Amy Adams known as the ‘Doubt’ actress is expecting her first child at the end of this year. Adams revealed her wish to return to the industry after having her first child. She is planning to continue her career though she equally respects the duties of a mother. She is expecting the baby with fiance Darren Le Gallo.

The ‘Leap Year’ star insists that “I think I’m just going to try to take it one day at a time. I think that’s probably going to come first and foremost, of course, but hopefully Ill be able to have a career as well.”

She said that her health is good and Darren has been very supportive and she expects him to be a supportive dad-to-be. The couple has not decided any name for the baby and they will probably do that after the birth of the child.

Hrithik Roshan is ready to set the silver screen on fire, yet again with his upcoming release ‘Guzaarish’. The Sanjay Leela Bhansali film, however, is drawing wows from Hrithik fans for a different reason altogether. Hrithik is always known for his dedication and diligence and he has proved it this time too. The situation goes like this-the actor who had a speech disorder was supposed to deliver a five and a half minute monologue in a single take. To make it easier for him, Bhansali divided the dialogue into three segments. Surprisingly, Hrithik did not require any breaks in the middle and delivered the dialogue with the same ease and charisma as on the on-screen. What more, even the hard-to-satisfy Sanjay Leela Bhansali was impressed and congratulated him with a compliment actors would otherwise die for: “You are in Bachchan’s League”. There you go dude!

Jennifer Aniston is all set for comeback on small screen. The blonde beauty will be starring an Oprah Winfrey late-night chat show programmed specially for the Oprah Winfrey Network, which is to be launched the next year.

Well, what brought the Friends star back to small screen? Reportedly, it is her friendship with comedian Chelsea Handler that inspired her to go for a television talk show of her own.

Once she met Oprah Winfrey, Aniston expressed her wish. And the media mogul did not let go the opportunity of casting Jennifer on her private network show. Aniston will produce as well as star the show along with Oprah. We hope this joint venture works well and bring good fortune for Jennifer, once again!

Madonna flew to Malawi with her four kids – daughter Lourdes, son Rocco and her two adopted Malawian born children David and Mercy. The Pop Queen’s week-long break to Malawi after her break up with husband Guy Ritchie is not a retreat at all rather it is a trip with a busy schedule.

Madonna’s trip to Malawi has various aspects to it including the curtain raiser of her charitable school, Raising Malawi Academy for Girls at Malawi capital Lilongwe. The 51-year-old pop star was excited about the projects her charity Raising Malawi has taken up.

On a more personal note, Madonna wants her 4-year-old Malawian child Mercy to learn her mother tongue during the visit and build a good bonding with her biological father, James Kambewa who was sharply against the adoption.

It has been two months since Jackson’s death and newer stories related to this famous singer are still popping up. The latest news focused on another story. Prince Michael Malachi Jet Jackson a twelve years kid has claimed that Michael Jackson was his biological father. According to him he is the third son of this pop singer. The documents that were released last week says that Prince Michael Malachi Jet Jackson has requested a DNA test in favor of his claim as it can prove that he is the biological son of Jackson. According to a family friend of this kid, Ron Newt has approached Joe Jackson even before Michael Jackson’s death. However Joe denied the whole story and asked him to “leave it alone”.

Remember the popular numbers like “Be My Baby”, “Chapel of Love” and “Leader of the Pack”? The co-write of many these pop songs Ellie Greenwich took her last breath on Wednesday, 26.8.09. According to her nieces Jessica Weiner, Greenwich was 68 when she dies. She was admitted to St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital a few days before for the treatment of pneumonia. She died in the same hospital. Her niece reported that she died out of heart attack. A member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Ellie Greenwich was considered to be one of the most successful songwriters for pop music.

After a lot of rumors King Khan of Bollywood unveiled the theme of his film. In an event both Shah Rukh Khan and Karan Johar talked about the film. There had been a buzz that the film is about terrorism and the 9/11 attacks. But both of them refuted the rumors saying that “My Name is Khan” is all about the relationship between an individual and the state or the country. King Khan is playing the role of Rizwaan Khan, who suffers from autism disorder. He faces difficulties in behavior and social interaction. The three major components of the film include a love story, a form of autism and Islam.

Finally it seems that things are going to move along after the long sessions of discussions regarding the celebrities making the Michael Jackson tribute album. There has been a lot of talk about it. Now everybody is waiting for the making of the album. Performers like Madonna, Robbie Williams, Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Diana Rose, Lionel Rochie, Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston are planning to give their best for this album. Audience can expect “I’ll Be There” from Mariah. Shaheen would be requested to record the popular track “Who’s Loving You” and Jacko’s 1970s smash “Ben”. Songs like “Billie Jean” or “Beat It” will be contributed by Madonna.

Ana Ortiz starring the Ugly Betty is blessed with a girl child on 27th June. The celebrity couple Ortiz and her other half, Noah Lebenzon, the famous musician were very excited to have their girl child who is also the first child of the couple. They welcomed the newborn on Saturday afternoon in New York City. The couple did not choose any name for the child prior to its birth. It is only after her birth that they adorned her with the name Paloma Louise Lebenzon. The baby girl is “absolutely beautiful” claimed the star’s representative. On the special occasion of the birth of her child Ortiz “is surrounded by her friends and family and so happy to be a mom.”

The death of the great Pop king is still a mystery. Michael Jackson had faint pulse when the doctor found him, said the lawyer of Dr. Conrad Murray. According to the lawyer Edward Chernoff when the doctor visited Michael’s bedroom he found that the star wasn’t breathing. He added that though he was not breathing “Mr. Jackson was still warm and had a pulse.” The lawyer said that Murray began immediate checkup but he did not prescribe OxyContin or Demerol to Jackson. Chernoff added that all the drugs Murray prescribed were only given against certain specific complains from Mr. Jackson.