Morning Roundup 26/08/09

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Wednesday, August 26, 2009 - 10:21

Chris Brown Sentenced

Chris Brown has finally been sentenced for attacking his ex-girlfriend Rihanna. The singer has been given five years probation and 180 days of community labour but escaped a prison sentence.

Muse Preview Album Online

Fans of the Devon band can hear 30 seconds of each track from their new album The Resistance at the group’s website. The album isn’t released untill September 14.

Megan Fox To Play Catwoman?

Reports claim the gorgeous Transformers star will follow in the paw-steps of Michelle Pfeiffer and Halle Berry by playing the Batman character. Shooting on the next instalment- starring Christian Bale- will start next year.

Katy Perry and Taylor Swift Star In VMAS Ad

A promo for our massive awards show starring Katy Perry and Taylor Swift has been released. They join Russell Brand and Ne-Yo in the ads.

Jackson’s Plan Reality Show

Michael Jackson’s brothers have signed up for a reality series with a US TV network. The show will detail their preparations for a new tour and album.

Jay-Z Plans 9/11 Gig

The rapper is reportedly in talks to hold a gig at Madison Square Garden on the historic date. His Blueprint 3 album is released on the date.

Arctic Monkeys Head For Big Sales

The Sheffield boys look set to bag the biggest first week sales of the year with their Humbug disc. So far U2’s No Line On The Horizon has the record for 2009.