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NEWS DIGEST: Friday, February 8

10:19 AM GMT 08/02/2008

NEWS DIGEST: Friday, February 8

Martin Scorsese's Shine A Light premiered at the Berlin Film Festival last night with its stars, The Rolling Stones, out in force on the red carpet. The concert film was shot at New York's Beacon Theatre in 2006, and sees the band collaborating on stage with the likes of Jack White, Buddy Guy and Christina Aguilera. Yes - that's Christina Aguilera. Scorsese's next foray into the world of music will be a film charting the life and times of Bob Marley. The as-yet-untitled movie already has a release date: February 6, 2010 - Marley's 65th birthday.

The Verve and Kings Of Leon (pictured) have been announced as the final two Pyramid Stage headliners at this year's Glastonbury Festival. They join a bill that already includes Jay-Z, Neil Diamond and British Sea Power.

Amy Winehouse will not perform at this weekend's Grammy Awards after US Officials denied her application for a visa. Here's the official statement: "Unfortunately, Amy's application for a visa to enter the United States of America has been rejected at this time by the American Embassy in London. Amy has been progressing well since entering a rehabilitation clinic two weeks ago and although disappointed with the decision has accepted the ruling and will be concentrating on her recovery. Amy has been treated well and fairly by the Embassy staff and thankseveryone for their support in trying to make this happen. There will of course be other opportunities and she very much looks forward to visiting America in the near future". Rumours abound that the troubled singer will appear at the ceremony via satelite. Stay tuned to MOJO for further details.

The Eagles have added an extra two London dates to their Long Road Out Of Eden World Tour. The band will play Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6.

And finally...Queen's Brian May has ordered all references to Britney Spears be removed from We Will Rock You productions across the globe while the popstress remains in her current troubled state. Step forward Victoria Beckham...

Posted by Ross_Bennett at 10:19 AM GMT 08/02/2008


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