Simon Cowell On Britney: ‘She Has Come Back From A Very Dark Place’

The following italicized article is from www.accesshollywood.com:

Simon Cowell has confirmed that Britney Spears will appear on his British talent show, “The X Factor,” the Daily Mail reported on Sunday.

The pop princess will be performing her No. 1 single “Womanizer.”

“I’m really excited about it,” Simon told the Daily Mail. “She has her act together and the new record is terrific.”

He went on to note that Britney’s public comeback – which began in September with her triumphant appearance at the MTV Video Music Awards, where she won three Moon Men – is a welcome return after a “dark” period.

“She has come back from a very dark place and is a terrific artist,” he said.

Britney’s appearance will reportedly come later this month.

Source: Access Hollywood

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Simon Is A Britney Fan

The following italicized article is from www.extratv.warnerbros.com:

Simon Cowell revealed to British tabloid The Daily Mail what he thinks about the Britney Spears comeback.

In September, Cowell confirmed to "Extra" Spears would perform on his hit UK TV show "The X Factor." The "Idol" judge told The Daily Mail he's anxiously awaiting the performance, 'I'm really excited about it, because she has got her act together and the new record is terrific." The pop star will perform "Womanizer" on the show later this month. The "Womanizer" CD single is slated for a November 24 release in the UK.

Cowell is glad to see Britney back on her feet, saying, "She has come back from a very dark place and is a terrific artist."

Britney's sixth studio album "Circus" drops December 2.

Source: Extra TV

Britney May Never Regain Full Custody

The following italicized article is from www.screenindia.com:

Popstar Britney Spears may lose her kids forever, as she has agreed to a court ruling that put her dad in permanent charge of her affairs.

The ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’ hitmaker and pals hope the deal will let her visit her sons, Sean Preston, three, and Jayden James, two, more often.

Legal experts have said that after admitting that Britney is unfit to look after herself, the singer may lose her chance getting full custody of the boys, who live with their father, Kevin Federline.

“If one court found she’s not capable of taking care of herself and her affairs, how is another court going to find her able to take care of the affairs of two babies?” The ‘Daily Star’ quoted a family law specialist, as saying. After her public meltdown, Britney is now fighting to be back at top spot.

Source: Screen India

"Out From Under" A Cover?

First off, as soon as I wrote that title I laughed. It completely wouldn't make sense in any other context other then this. Anyway...

"Out From Under," a new track off Britney's upcoming studio album Circus, is reportedly a cover Joanna Pacitti's version, which appeared on the Bratz movie soundtrack last year.

According to Cheiron-Music.com, Britney re-recorded the track with Guy Sigsworth as the producer. Britney credits Sigsworth in a recent interview, revealing that he worked on two ballads with Britney for Circus, "My Baby" being the other one.

The site continues to say that "Circus," Britney's second single off Circus, is NOT produced by Max Martin despite reports, but by Dr. Luke, Claude Kelly & Benny Blanco! Dr. Luke has worked with Britney before, including producing a track titled "All The Way," in which he describes it as "a feel good, upbeat song." Unfortunately the track did not make the final cut.

But don't think Max Martin got the boot entirely. "If U Seek Amy" is reportedly written by Martin, as well as Alexander Kronlund, Shellback and Savan Kotecha. Martin is also singing backing vocals to the "f-u-c-k me" track.

Source: Breathe Heavy

How To Be A Pop Star (Like Britney Spears)!

The following italicized article is from www.x17online.com:

Step 1: Make a stop at Starbucks, natch.

Step 2: Show off your fine figure.

And Step 3: Always walk like you're walking a runway.

Work it, girl!

Just another day in the life of our girl Brit!

See more pics here!

Source: X17

It’s Britney, Witch!

Britney Spears, who has of late been very open and forthcoming with her fans on everything from spending time with her children to rehearsing for her new music video, was curiously shy this Halloween weekend as she made her way out of Drew Barrymore’s Halloween party. Dressed as a witch (I think), Britney hid behind her conical hat as she departed from the Halloween fête:
You can see that Brit Brit was rockin’ a witchy black wig while her two friends wore white wigs but it’s evident that she wasn’t really interested in showing off her costume:
Honestly, with all the openness that Britney has been sharing on her official website in recent weeks, I can understand how she might want to lay low every once in a while.

Source: Pink Is The New Blog

Download 'Womanizer' On U.K iTunes

To buy Womanizer on iTunes UK Store click HERE!

Source: Juicy UK

Britney Takes Back Ex Hubby As Butler!

Britney Spears has put her 55-hour former hubby Jason Alexander on the pay roll to be her butler, according to pals.

The pop icon, who has stunned all with her gradual return to stability, offered the job to her childhood pal after learning that he had squandered the 300,000 divorce settlement paid by the singer.

The 26-year-old is trying to help out buddy Jason who has been struggling with his acting and singer career and lived in a grimy flat since the couple split four years ago, according to her close friend.

“She’s going to give Jason all the support she can and make sure he has a decent income so he can keep his dreams alive,” the Daily Star quoted the friend as saying.

The pop princess, whose Las Vegas marriage to Jason ended in less than three days, is said to be happier with ‘the butler’ around.

The friend said: “He’s proving to be a real tonic for her.”

Source: Times Of India

Britney Spears Back With Adnan Ghalib - Report

The following italicized article is from www.showbizspy.com:

Britney Spears is back with her paparazzo ex Adnan Ghalib, according to tabloid reports.

Spears - who dated and split from the British-born photog earlier this year - is secretly communicating with Ghalib behind her dad's back, reports the National Enquirer.

A source tells the publication, "Britney and Adnan are constantly on the phone or text messaging each other.

"Britney gets excited when he calls or texts because he lavishes her with compliments.

"Adnan searches the Internet for photos of her and then calls and comments on her outfits and her hair, and she loves it.

"She also wears the promise ring he gave her when they were dating."

The source adds that Britney's ex-husband, Kevin Federline, is not happy about her reunion with Adnan: "Kevin is clear about one thing, though.

"If Britney goes to Adnan, she will never get back custody of the kids, and she can forget about ever taking them traveling with her."

Source: Showbiz Spy

Mediabase Chart Update

Britney's new single 'Womanizer' is currently at #9 on Mediabase with 5422 spins and 43.1 est. million listeners!

Click here to vote for 'Womanizer' on your local radio station!

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X17 XCLUSIVE - Britney's Halloween Party!!!

The following italicized article is from www.x17online.com:

X17 was the only one to catch Brit last night in a car, leaving the chic Beverly Park neighborhood (where Robbie Williams just bought a house for $26 million), after having attended a Halloween party at her pal (and Palms owner) George Maloof's house.

Brit was dressed as a platinum-haired fairy -- she was with her always-scary dad (in the front seat) and her fav cousin Laura Lynn Covington, who was also dressed as a wigged-out fairy :)

Happy Halloween, Queen B!

Source: X17

Brit Takes The Boys Trick Or Treating

Source: BritneySpears.com

Britney Spears in Tears: Is Spears Pushing Herself Too Hard?

The following italicized article is from www.nationalledger.com:

Hoping to revive her career is Britney Spears pushing herself too hard, asks In Touch Weekly. The magazine reports that she was recently in tears and upset about her struggles to get back on the top of the music world and the magazine reports that it won't be easy for Britney to prove she's still a superstar.

The report claims that insiders say the singer, who was hospitalized for a breakdown last January, is in danger of buckling under the pressure. is britney really that close to the edge - she certainly appears to look more healthy and certainly has changed her lifestyle dramatically. The magazine says that insiders think differently.

"Britney is not fully recovered from her breakdown - she's definitely nervous that she isn't strong enough yet to handle the pressure of a tour and comeback," an insider tells In Touch. "Britney is very emotional, very vulnerable and is still battling the mixed emotions and confusion that come with intense therapy."

Britney wants joint custody of sons Sean, 3 and Jayden, 2, which she lost in October 2007. But a judge can't reinstate joint custody without lots of observation - a therapist screened her boys' birthday party in September - and Britney will soon be out of eyeshot. Set to begin in March, her world tour will take her away from LA - and her sons - for most of 2009.

Source: National Ledger

Britney Spears hits X Factor

The following italicized article is from www.newsoftheworld.co.uk:

IT’S official—BRITNEY SPEARS will be performing on The X Factor in two weeks’ time, I can exclusively reveal.

And who else to tell me but the show boss himself . . . SIMON COWELL.

I joined him on a very, very drunken night at the exclusive Mr Chow restaurant in London after he picked up the Special Recognition gong at the National TV Awards on Wednesday.

As you can see we were both looking our best as I got a taste of being papped—yes that’s me swaying in the background— when we ended our celebratory session at 4am.

After what seemed like our 20 millionth drink Simon spilt the beans that Toxic singer Brit will be on The X Factor on November 15.

He told me: “I’m really excited about it, because she’s got her act together now and the new record’s terrific.

“She’s come back from a very dark place and is a great artist.”

That’s not a bad recommendation to get. As many teary-eyed X Factor contestants will tell you, Simon Cowell isn’t a man who’s easily impressed.

We’ve all seen pop princess Britney’s meltdown over the past few years, but she’s getting back to her best with new single Womanizer.

Simon continued: “I think that what’s happened in the last two years has made her more interesting.

“She wants to be the biggest star in the world again—and she’s got a shot.”

Source: News Of The World

Back Of "Circus"

Source: Exhale

"Womanizer" Kaskade Remix & Junior Vasquez Tribalectric Mix

Junior Vasquez Tribalectric Mix

Kaskade Remix

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Britney To Sing In Oz

The following italicized article is from www.smh.com:

Britney Spears is planning a worldwide concert tour, with Australia on the list.

Wade Robson, the Australian choreographer who is directing the Spears comeback, has revealed details of the pop singer's top-secret tour plans.

Robson, 26, is creating the show, which is expected to make or break Spears in the music industry.

"We just want to do something great and classy and elegant and exciting — and present her in a way that is her but a way that has never been seen. It's another side," said Robson, the Brisbane boy who is now one of the hottest choreographers in the US.

Not only is Robson the creative director but his wife, Amanda, is co-artistic director on the tour, which is expected to generate a wide level of interest because of Spears's much-publicised breakdown last year.

Robson confirmed Spears is hoping to bring the show to Australia, most likely towards the end of 2009. "Right now it's just a US tour and one or two dates in the UK but we're pretty sure that it's going to turn into a full world tour," he said.

Spears revealed on her website last week the cover and track list for her new album Circus, to be released on December 2.

After suffering one of the most public meltdowns in entertainment history (including shaving her head, attacking photographers and losing custody of her two sons), Spears is making a carefully constructed return to the main stage.

Source: SMH

Mediabase Chart Update

Britney's new single 'Womanizer' is currently at #10 on Mediabase with 5354 spins and 42.9 est. million listeners!

Click here to vote for 'Womanizer' on your local radio station!

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Britney Spears' 'Circus': Cover Art Revealed!

A month before Britney Spears' sixth studio album, Circus, hits stores, it's now time for the big album art reveal! Spears' official site, Britney.com, has the exclusive on this one, but in case you're not refreshing the page as often as we are, here it is.

While we have yet to hear Circus in its entirety, those who have report that the album is Britney at her finest -- closer to her pop beginnings with Swedish song maestro Max Martin, but still edgy where it needs to be. If the chart-topping performance of "Womanizer" is any indication -- "It's cool!" Justin Timberlake recently told EW -- Circus could be a huge hit.

Source: Entertainment Weekly

Gimme MO2re

The following italicized article is from www.thesun.co.uk:

NO wonder she’s been hitting the weights.

BRITNEY SPEARS will play a gut-busting two-week stint at London’s O2 Arena next summer.

And the June gigs will see her throw her cowboy hat into the ring in one of the biggest months in British live music history.

OASIS and TAKE THAT will be playing huge stadium gigs, COLDPLAY are planning to perform at Knebworth that month and U2 are also expected on the road.

Meanwhile, Glastonbury chief MICHAEL EAVIS — whose festival normally rules the June schedule — must be getting a little hot under his wax jacket collar.

Britney will join PRINCE and the SPICE GIRLS as acts who have had an O2 residency.

It will be the icing on the low-cal cake for Brit, who has really turned her life around and got in shape - as you can see in the stunning artwork from her new LP, Circus.

A source revealed: “It will be fantastic for Britney and great for her fans in the UK that so many of them will see her in action.

“She really looks like she will be on top of her game. Her fitness and state-of-mind are improving all the time.”

Britney’s comeback single Womanizer is out on Monday — D-Day for pop divas as LEONA LEWIS, CHRISTINA AGUILERA and BEYONCE are also releasing tunes on the same day.

Britney last played the UK on The Onyx Hotel Tour in spring 2004.

Since then she has married and divorced KEVIN FEDERLINE, had two kids, lost custody and won back visitation rights.

She has shaved her hair off, grown it back and attacked a car with an umbrella.

Britney gave a zombie-like car crash performance of hit Gimme More at the MTV VMAs in 2007.

Then she regained her previously smashed-to-pieces Pop Princess crown when she won three gongs at the same bash the following year.

Now I think about it, it’s quite a long time until June.

Source: The Sun

Britney's Next Single: 'Circus'

OMG!!! There's been a lot of buzz on the Internets about what Britney's next single will be and we can reveal it will be......

CIRCUS!!!!!!!!!!

We're told the song is an up-tempo track and was produced by Dr. Luke and Benny Blanco. Britney's up tempo tracks are my fave!

How excited are you to see the video for this track? It's gonna be absolutely crazy!

Source: BritneySpears.com

It's Here!

Official Circus Tracklist:

1. Womanizer

2. Circus

3. Out From Under

4. Kill The Lights

5. Shattered Glass

6. If U Seek Amy

7. Unusual You

8. Blur

9. Mmm Papi

10. Mannequin

11. Lace and Leather

12. My Baby

Bonus Track:

13. Radar

Source: Britney.com

Paris Hilton & Ellen DeGeneres Rock Out To "Gimme More"

Mediabase Chart Update

Britney's new single 'Womanizer' is currently at #10 on Mediabase with 5326 spins and 42.4 est. million listeners!

Click here to vote for 'Womanizer' on your local radio station!

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