The former Destiny’s Child star is a judge on the U.K. version of the TV talent show, but is unable to appear on the upcoming live installments after falling sick during a trip to Los Angeles. The rest is here: Rowland drops out of ‘X Factor’ shows
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The Far West: L.A.’s Best Country Band
The Far West is an alternative-country band from Los Angeles, California, comprised of musicians Lee Briante , Robert Black , Erik Kristiansen and Tony Sanborn . The band’s 2011 debut album, The Far West , has made an impact on the L.A. country charts and is garnering the attention of music critics in America and overseas with its straight-forward Americana appeal. Californiality is categorically labeling The Far West as “the best L.A. country music act of 2011,” and here’s why: The Far West takes country music where it should be by now in 2011 – technically pure, slightly jaded, no-nonsense and honest with stellar storytelling for the every-man. The songwriting, musicianship and production quality on The Far West album is superb, so nothing more needs to be said.
Luxury back in fashion despite downturn
Models unveil a limited-edition Rolls-Royce Phantom on Oct. 6 at the Rodeo Drive Boutique in Beverly Hills, Calif. More: Luxury back in fashion despite downturn
Paul McCartney to help restore Motown piano
Executive Producer Paul McCartney speaks during ‘The Love We Make: Paul McCartney and the Concert for New York City’ panel during the Showtime portion of the 2011 Summer TCA Tour held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on August 4, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California. Follow this link: Paul McCartney to help restore Motown piano
Extra, Extra: Halloween Surfing, Shark Attack Survival & An Elaborate Tim Burton Tribute
In tonight’s Extra, Extra, a Cali surfer survives a shark attack, Tim Burton fans build an extensive Halloween tribute display, eating a McRib is like eating a yoga mat and Mashable asks readers if Steve Jobs was insane. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › Read this article: Extra, Extra: Halloween Surfing, Shark Attack Survival & An Elaborate Tim Burton Tribute
‘Occupy’ Hits The Valley
The Occupy San Fernando Valley, with about 20 people in the group,began its protest by targeting major banks in Van Nuys. After forming up outside Van Nuys City Hall about about 12:30 p.m., the protesters marched north on Van Nuys boulevard, and stopped in front of the Wells Fargo Bank branch on the corner of an Vanowen Street. More: ‘Occupy’ Hits The Valley
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Occupy San Fernando Valley Protesters Could Get Booted Out On Their First Night
Occupy San Fernando Valley launched into full swing today with protesters targeting local branches of large corporate banks with signs and chants. But the movement will face its first big challenge tonight when it tries to camp out at the Van Nuys Civic Center Complex. more › View original post here: Occupy San Fernando Valley Protesters Could Get Booted Out On Their First Night






