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Mariah Carey has been denied a trademark on "Queen of Christmas."

According to Stereogum, the United States Patent and Trademark Office has ruled against the "All I Want For Christmas Is You" singer's request following opposition from Elizabeth Chan.

Chan, who dropped an album called Queen of Christmas last year, was originally dubbed the "Queen of Christmas" by the New Yorker in 2018.

Carey was also denied the terms "Princess Christmas" and "QOC" by the patent office.

In new legal docs, Marilyn Manson says the sexual abuse allegations made by Evan Rachel Wood and other women are hurting his career. According to TMZ, Manson says that he thinks his career is being affected by what he says is a false portrayal as a rapist, abuser and child pornographer.

Manson said that as a result of the allegations, he is unable to tour and was dropped by his record label and talent agent. He has also been dropped from two TV shows and his book release and art shows have been indefinitely postpone -- with his paintings being devalued.

Meanwhile, Manson says he's getting death threats online, which is making him feel anxious, distraught, depressed, worried, frantic, sleepless and fearful for not only his own physical safety, but also his wife's.

In addition, Manson says the allegations are causing him to be excluded from countless social and business gatherings.

Paramore has changed the cover of their 2013 self-titled albums on streaming channels.

The original artwork shows Hayley Williams, Taylor York, and former bassist Jeremy Davis, who left the group in 2015. He later sued the remaining band members over ownership and authorship of the songs and a portion of the royalties from the self-titled album, as well as a share of the band's touring revenue.

Stereogum reports that the new image shows Williams alone, wearing a jean jacket that reads "Grow Up" on the back.

Britney Spears gave new insight into her conservatorship one year after being freed.

Spears, who was released on November 12th, 2021, wrote Monday (November 14th), that she got her first ATM card on October 19th, 2021 and wasn't previously allowed to hold her use her own credit cards.

She added, "How dare a state or nation of any sort grant any man or woman the right to use my possessions in my name … guess it's not that big of a deal !!!! I mean it felt like my dad was trying to kill me. I've spoken about it several times, have proof and witnesses of what he did."

The "Toxic" singer continued, "I truly believe anyone going through that situation would have never made it … if I was valued and respected, then my father would be locked up in two seconds !!!"

Despite the hostility that she has towards her father, Spears insists that she will "never put up more money to go to court" to see if Jamie Spears gets prosecuted.

Louis Tomlinson broke his arm after performing at New York City's Irving Plaza Friday (November 11th) night.

The One Direction alum wrote on social media Saturday (November 12th), "The show last night in New York was incredible. Unfortunately, on the way back, I've managed to fall and break my right arm pretty badly."

He included x-rays of the fracture in his post and added that he was "gutted" to announce that he's rescheduling an in-store signing as result of the injury.

Panic! At The Disco announced Monday (November 14th), they are giving fans around the world the chance to experience the Viva Las Vengeance tour through a virtual concert experience, airing exclusively via the social live media platform Moment on December 7th.

Everybody Needs A Place To Go: An Evening with Panic! At The Disco was filmed at the United Center in Chicago and features a setlist of songs from their most recent album along with hits spanning their discography.

Tickets are available for $5 for a limited time.

Pink announced Monday that she'll be embarking on the North American leg of her Summer Carnival tour in July.

The singer will be supported by Brandi Carlille, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo.

Things will kick off on July 24th, 2023 in Toronto and wrap on October 9th, 2023 in Phoenix. The 21-city tour also includes stops in New York, Boston, Minneapolis, Chicago, Detroit, Philadelphia, Houston, Los Angeles and Washington, DC.

Tickets go on sale November 21st.

POST MALONE GOES 17X PLATINUM WITH 'SUNFLOWER': Post Malone has made history once again. His anthem "Sunflower" with Swae Lee has emerged as the "the highest-certified single in RIAA history," going 17x-platinum as of this month.

TAYLOR SWIFT ASKED GAYLE TO OPEN FOR HER AFTER THE NASHVILLE SONGWRITER AWARDS: Gayle told Entertainment Tonight that Taylor Swift asked her to open for the Eras Tour following the "abcdu" singer's performance at the Nashville Songwriter Awards. Gayle told the outlet at Sunday's MTV EMA's, "She was just like, ‘You did a great performance — I'm gonna call you. Now I'm here, and I can't believe it. I feel like I'm lying. I feel like this is a dream. I don't know where I am. I don't know what I'm doing."

Taylor Swift won big at the MTV EMAs 2022 Sunday (November 14th) night. The "Anti-Hero" singer took home the awards for "Best Artist," "Best Video," "Best Pop" and "Best Longform Video"for "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)."

Rita Ora and Taika Waititi hosted the event that was broadcast live from Dusseldorf, Germany.

The night's other big winners included Nicki Minaj who was awarded "Best Song" for "Super Freaky Girl," and "Best Hip Hop," and Harry Styles, who won "Best Live." "Video for Good" went to Sam Smith feat. Kim Petras for "Unholy."

Complete Winners List
Best Song: Nicki Minaj – "Super Freaky Girl"
Best Video: "Taylor Swift – "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)"
Best Artist: Taylor Swift
Best Collaboration: David Guetta & Bebe Rexha – "I'm Good (Blue)"
Best Live: Harry Styles
Best Pop: Taylor Swift
Best New: SEVENTEEN
Best K-Pop: Lisa
Best Latin: Anitta
Best Electronic: David Guetta
Best Hip Hop: Nicki Minaj
Best Rock: Muse
Best Alternative: Gorillaz
Best R&B: Chlӧe
Best Longform: Taylor Swift – "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)"
Video For Good: Sam Smith – "Unholy (ft. Kim Petras)"
Biggest Fans: BTS
Best Push: SEVENTEEN
Best Metaverse Performance: BLACKPINK The Virtual PUBG Mobile
Best Look ‘Personal Style': Rita Ora
Generation Change: Lina Deshvar, Anna Kutova and Anfisa Yakovina

Jung Kook is headlining the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on November 20th.

According to a tweet from BTS, the singer will also contribute to the soundtrack for the event.

Dua Lipa recently put to rest the rumor that she'd be performing at the opening ceremony.

She wrote on Instagram Sunday (November 13th), "There is currently a lot of speculation that I will be performing at the opening ceremony of the world cup in Qatar. I will not be performing and nor have I ever been involved in any negotiation to perform.I will be cheering England on from afar and I look forward to visiting Qatar when it has fulfilled all the human rights pledges it made when it won the right to host the World Cup. "

Ballast Books has postponed the November 15th release of Aaron Carter's autobiography "out of respect for the Carter family."

A rep for both the publisher and the memoir's co-writer told Billboard, "My client has decided to defer the further release of the book at this time. Mr. Carter was not just a celebrity but also a father, a brother, a so and a friend to many still grieving for him."

Carter's rep recently told Page Six that his client wanted nothing to do with the memoir and added that its publication was "against Aaron's wishes."

TMZ reported Sunday (November 13th) that Carter died without a will. According to the outlet, California law dictates that his estate will be left to his only child, Prince. However, rumor has it that the singer was broke when he died last week.

RM will be the next member of BTS to release a solo project. He posted details online and shared a photo of a bright blue patch of denim, and revealed the title as Indigo. Look for it to be available on December 2.

A press release noted that various artists will be featured, but names were not mentioned.

Even though this will be RM's first full-length solo album, it's not his first release. He shared solo material in 2015 when he dropped his first mixtape which contained 2 singles.

The announcement of RM's solo album arrives shortly after fellow BTS member Jin released his own solo track titled "The Astronaut." That song is currently #51 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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Sam Smith has revealed more details about their upcoming album. Featured artists include Ed Sheeran, R&B-pop singer Jessie Reyez, Reggae performer Koffee and of course, Kim Petras is on their new history making single, "Unholy."

While collaborations with Sheeran, Koffee and Petras mark firsts for the singer, Smith and Reyez have worked together in the past — the pair teamed up with Calvin Harris for the DJ's 2018 single "Promises".

Sam Smith's new album, Gloria features 13 new songs and will be released on Jan. 27.

TL;DR:

• Sam Smith's album, Gloria features Ed Sheeran, Jessie Reyez, and Koffee
• It will be released on Jan. 27.

Doja Cat called out new Twitter owner, Elon Musk this week when she was having problems with her account. Doja changes her account name to match the holidays and since Musk made some changes to the platform she was stuck with the name - Christmas.

One of Twitter's new policies makes it so that existing verified users can't change their display names anymore. As she was figuring it out, she immediately went online and gave him a cussing and asked him for help at the same time.

After a few tweets back and forth, they seemed to get things worked out and in the end, looks like she'll be able to change her name again once Christmas is over.

TL;DR:

• Doja Cat called out new Twitter owner, Elon Musk this week when she was having problems with her account.
• After a few tweets back and forth, they seemed to get things worked out.

Mariah Carey is set to host a new two-hour holiday special called Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas to All!

The global superstar has become known as the queen of Christmas over the years thanks to her 1994 record-breaking hit "All I Want For Christmas Is You."

The primetime show will air on CBS and Paramount+ on December 20. It will be filmed at New York City's famed Madison Square Garden.

TL;DR:

• Mariah Carey is set to host a new two-hour holiday special called Mariah Carey: Merry Christmas to All!
• December 20 on CBS and Paramount+

Machine Gun Kelly says he suffers from Peter Pan syndrome. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter he compared himself to the character he plays in his upcoming movie, Taurus. Saying they were both "broken" and didn't want to grow up.

Describing how he felt, he said "You're a lost boy, but you have Wendy, and Wendy doesn't want to be with the lost boy, but she's like, 'Come back home and be a grownup with me.'"

Experts caution that Peter Pan syndrome is not an actual medical diagnosis, but more of a popular metaphor to describe adults, who feel like kids at heart.

TL;DR:

• Machine Gun Kelly says he suffers from Peter Pan syndrome.
• He compared himself to the character he plays in his upcoming movie, Taurus and said they were both "broken" and didn't want to grow up.

Iggy Pop has announced a new solo album entitled Every Loser. The punk icon's 19th solo album will be released via Atlantic and Gold Tooth Records. Pop said in a recent statement, "I'm the guy with no shirt who rocks; Andrew and Gold Tooth get that, and we made a record together the old-fashioned way. The players are guys I've known since they were kids, and the music will beat the sh*t out of you."

The album will be released on January 6th.

Britney Spears doesn't appear to be interested in having Millie Bobby Brown play her on the big screen.

The Stranger Things star told Drew Barrymore on Tuesday (November 8th), "I want to play a real person. I think for me it would be Britney."

She continued, "I think her story really resonates with me. Just growing up in the public eye watching her videos, watching interviews of how when she was younger. I see the scramble for words in her interviews and I don't know her, but when I look at pictures of her, I feel like I could tell her story in the right way and hers only."

Spears wrote on Instagram the same day Brown's interview aired, "I hear about people wanting to do movies about my life … dude I'm not dead !!!

Justin Bieber is allegedly scared of Judge Judy.

Judge Judy Sheindlin told Access Hollywood that the "Peaches" singer lived next door to her in 2017 and went out of his way to avoid her. She said, "He's scared to death of me. There was a period of time before he grew up, when he was foolish and doing foolish things."

She added that he even had his security team alert him of when she was outside so they wouldn't cross paths.

Before they became neighbors, Sheindlin shamed Bieber when discussing his 2014 DUI with CBS Los Angeles. At the time, she told the outlet he was a "marginal singer" who was "doing a very good job of making a fool out of himself."

Sam Smith says they never thought they'd have to deal with homophobia as a famous pop star.

The "Unholy" singer told Zane Lowe on his Apple Music show, "It's still hard to be queer. There's still backlash. I still get things said to me on the street, even now. The weirdest thing is you can be famous, you can be a pop star and still get it."

Smith continued: "Because I thought I'd become a pop star and I'd never get a bad word said to me ever again. I'd never have homophobia. I'd never experience it if I became a star. And then it happens and it's still there. It's still there."

The pop star added it's their responsibility to "talk about it all" because there are LGBTQ+ kids out there who "need us to talk about it."

Shakira and her sons are moving to Miami now that she has split from their father, Gerard Pique.

The former couple told TMZ in a statement, "We have signed a custody agreement. Our sole objective is to provide our children with the utmost security and protection and hope that they can continue with their lives in a safe and calm environment."

The "Hips Don't Lie" singer will be taking the kids from Barcelona to Miami next here as that is where her family is located.

Volbeat's Rob Caggiano recently told Metalshop TV that he left Anthrax because his "role in the band ran its course."

The guitarist said, "I decided to leave Anthrax back then because I kind of felt like… At that point I had been in the band for a long time, and I kind of felt like my role in the band ran its course, so to speak. And I just kind of felt like I was hitting my head up against a glass ceiling a long time. And it just felt like I needed a change."

He added that joining Volbeat "was organic" after producing their album, Outlaw Gentlemen & Shady Ladies.

Caggiano told the outlet that the band is "a mixture of all the sounds I like."

He explained, "When I first heard Volbeat, I heard the Misfits, I heard Metallica, I heard a little bit of the Ramones… There's some Slayer-vibe riffs. There's just a lot of different stuff. And it's all fun — it's a lot of fun; the music is a lot of fun."