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Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong opens up in Rolling Stone's cover story.

+ Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong opens up about his years battling substance abuse, the events leading to his recent stint in rehab, and his road to recovery in this week's Rolling Stone cover story, which hits stands on Friday. (Rolling Stone)

+ In more Green Day news, the group will resume the arena tour they postponed when Billie Joe Armstrong entered rehab. The arena tour launches March 28 in Rosemont, Ill., and ends April 18 in Los Angeles. They'll also perform three intimate shows prior to hitting the arenas. (MTV News)

+ Check out Justin Bieber's new "X"-shaped tattoo, which he shared on Instagram! (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Justin Timberlake and Mumford & Sons' Marcus Mumford have teamed up for a song. The track will appear in "Inside Llewyn Davis," a Coen Brothers' film that JT and Mumford's wife Carey Mulligan will star in. (MTV News)

+ Kanye West has been on a rant roll (kinda like a rick roll: awkwardly funny, but with more expletives) while touring Europe, and his stop in Paris was no exception. He dropped some good news, too. "I wanted to let you know, I'm working on my new s***," he said. (RapFix)

+ Demi Lovato chatted with Ryan Seacrest about her new "Heart Attack" single yesterday. "[It's about] other situations where I felt abandoned in my life and when you open up your heart to somebody, it's a risk. And this song is about taking that risk," she explained. (MTV News)

+ Time to get schooled: J. Cole visited Harvard University to drop some hip-hop knowledge at an event called "The Next Move: A Conversation with J. Cole." Watch footage from the discussion. (Rap-Up)

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Wissam Al Mana and Janet Jackson got married... last year.

+ Janet Jackson is off the market... and she has been since last year (!) when she got married (!!) to longtime boyfriend Wissam Al Mana. "The rumors regarding an extravagant wedding are simply not true," the couple released in a statement. "Last year we were married in a quiet, private, and beautiful ceremony." (MTV News)

+ Justin Bieber went shopping in London wearing a gas mask, because, well, we're not sure exactly. He did take it off once inside the store. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Alicia Keys launches the Season 3 premiere of "Oprah's Master Class" this Sunday. Get a sneak peek. (Rap-Up)

+ Listen to Yeah Yeah Yeahs' new song "Sacrilege," and also check out the official track list for the 11-song Mosquito, due April 16. (Pitchfork)

+ Watch Justin Timberlake's NSFW interview from U.K.'s "Jonathan Ross Show," where he discusses his career, does shots of his 901 tequila with the host, and plays some miniature golf. He also talks about his tourmate, Jay-Z. "He's an anomaly," JT says. "I mean that in a very positive way." (Rap-Up)

+ 2013 seems to be the year to end hiatuses. Nine Inch Nails had a goodbye tour in 2009, but frontman Trent Reznor released a statement that they'll be touring again this year, beginning in the summer. (MTV News)

+ Meek Mill is set to release his Dreamchasers 3 mixtape in April and additionally may be collaborating with Wale. "I think we're at a stage where we're like really done with keep throwing solo mixtapes out all the time; give the fans something new and different to look forward to," he said. (MTV News)

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Adele wins the Oscar for Best Original Song, "Skyfall."

+ Congrats to Adele, who won the Oscar for Best Original Song for her James Bond "Skyfall" theme song, which she performed during the show. She also gave a touching acceptance speech, and she's halfway to scoring the EGOT! We'd be all about a Broadway musical starring Adele, just saying. (MTV News)

+ It was a music-oriented Academy Awards Sunday. Watch the tribute to movie musicals, with Catherine Zeta-Jones' slinky performance of "Chicago"'s "All That Jazz," Jennifer Hudson killing it with "Dreamgirls"' "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," and the cast of "Les Miserables" closing out the set. (MTV News)

+ The legendary Dame Shirley Bassey also astounded at the Oscars with her 007 theme song, "Goldfinger," and Barbra Streisand paid tribute to composer Marvin Hamlisch during the "In Memoriam" montage with "The Way We Were." Both ladies received the standing ovations they deserved. (MTV News)

+ Oh dear. Kanye West is apparently not fond of Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake's "Suit & Tie," and he also reiterated his hate for the Grammys during his concert at London's Hammersmith Apollo on Saturday. Watch him performing "Clique" and then sounding off. (RapFix)

+ Though Yeezy may not be feeling Jay-Z and Justin Timberlake's recent collabo, we sure are excited for their upcoming tour. Dubbed the "Legends Of The Summer," the tour hits 12 stadiums and launches July 17 in Toronto and wraps in Miami on Aug. 16. (MTV News)

+ Watch two stirring One Direction charity PSAs that benefit the anti-famine organization Comic Relief. The PSAs show the bandmates visiting children with malaria in Accra, Ghana. Harry Styles and Liam Payne appear in one ad, and Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson the other. It moved them (and us) to tears. (Idolator)

+ Beasts Of The Southern Wild star Quvenzhané Wallis may not have won an Oscar (yet), but she has scored the starring role in the remake of the classic musical "Annie," which is being produced by Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Jay-Z. The film is slated for release next year. (MTV News)

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Wiz Khalifa, awaiting the arrival of his and Amber Rose's son, Sebastian Taylor Thomaz.

+ We've been on baby watch all week, and now Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose have finally welcomed their first child, baby Sebastian Taylor Thomaz, into the world. "Happy Birthday Sebastian "The Bash" Taylor Thomaz!!!" tweeted the proud papa. (MTV News)

+ "Saturday Night Live" has welcomed many talented hosts and artists, but Justin Timberlake is definitely on our "Best Of" list -- "D*** in a Box" alone is a LOL classic. JT is returning to host and serve as "SNL" musical guest on March 9, just 10 days before he drops The 20/20 Experience. (MTV News)

+ If Beyoncé's new trailer for her "Mrs. Carter Show" World Tour is any indication of what to expect, she'll be working the stage like the Queen Bey royalty she is, natch. Watch the extended clip, which serves as a promo for her London O2 venue dates. (Flavorwire)

+ Rihanna's topless in the latest issue of V Magazine, adorned only by an equally sexy Kate Moss. Check out official photos from the spread (some of which leaked prior to release), and also watch behind-the-scenes footage from the shoot. (Idolator)

+ We might get to see much more of One Direction very soon. For their 3-D film, Niall Horan revealed that on a recent shoot they ventured into some usually private locales: "It's actually just been in the toilet with us, no lie. That is coming out Aug. 30, and it's going to be very all-access, all-areas." (MTV News)

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Emeli Sandé won two major Brit Awards yesterday.

+ Congrats to Emeli Sandé, who nabbed two big Brit Awards (British Female Solo Artist and British Album Of The Year) for Our Version of Events. The U.S. was also well-represented, with Frank Ocean, The Black Keys, and Lana Del Rey each scoring an award in international categories. See the complete winners list. (MTV News)

+ Justin Timberlake sang "Mirrors" for the first time on television at the 2013 Brit Awards. Watch his performance. "My Huz just killed it at the Brits," JT's wife Jessica Biel tweeted after his set. (Just Jared)

+ Ke$ha's "My Crazy Beautiful Life" MTV docu-series finally has a launch date! The doc makes its debut on April 23 at 11 p.m. ET, and will follow her as she travels the world to promote Warrior. (MTV News)

+ While Demi Lovato hasn't yet revealed the release date or title for her forthcoming 2013 album, she has teased us with some news. "I do have a collaboration with somebody. I don't know if I'm allowed to tell but it'll be dope," she said. Color us intrigued. (MTV News)

+ Bruno Mars has announced his "The Moonshine Jungle Tour," which hits North America and Europe starting this summer. It launches June 22 in Washington D.C., and the North American leg wraps in Miami on Aug. 30. Ellie Goulding and Fitz And The Tantrums will open on select dates. (Rap-Up)

+ The Smashing Pumpkins' Billy Corgan has added "furniture commercial star" to his résumé, which also includes being a pro wrestling promoter. No, really. Watch his mashup ad for hometown Chicago's Walter E. Smithe furniture maker, which also promotes Corgan's Resistance Pro wrestling company. (Rolling Stone)

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Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz released "Gray"; read an excerpt.

+ It's been seven years in the making (plus a band hiatus and return), but yesterday, Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz released his novel "Gray" via MTV Books. Read an excerpt, which gives insight about what life on the road is like (Spoiler: It's not always pretty). (MTV News)

+ Bonnaroo has unveiled its 2013 lineup! Paul McCartney, Mumford & Sons, and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers will headline the annual Manchester, Tenn.-based festival, which takes place June 13-16. Björk, R. Kelly, A$AP Rocky, Kendrick Lamar, and more will also perform. (MTV News)

+ The Juno Awards 2013 (which are basically Canada's version of the Grammys) have announced their nominees. Congrats to Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen, One Direction, and Taylor Swift, who have all been nominated. The show takes place April 21. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Speaking of One Direction, check out this LOL mashup of "Downton Abbey" characters speaking the lyrics atop 1D's "What Makes You Beautiful" instrumental. You're welcome. (Idolator)

+ Ed Sheeran revealed that his sophomore album is "pretty much finished." However, don't hold your breath for its immediate release, as it likely won't come out until next year. (MTV News)

+ In music mogul Clive Davis' autobiography, "The Soundtrack Of My Life," he opens up about his childhood, bisexuality, and behind-the-scenes artist stories. Kelly Clarkson is not pleased about some of what he wrote, writing on her blog that she felt "bullied" by what she alleges are false claims. (MTV News)

+ Meanwhile, Clive Davis has responded to Kelly Clarkson. In a Twitter statement, he stands by what's been claimed in the memoir. (Billboard)

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Watch Adam Lambert cover Rihanna's "Stay" in Seoul.

+ Watch Adam Lambert perform a stunning rendition of Rihanna's "Stay." He covered her song during a tour stop in Seoul, South Korea. (Idolator)

+ Congrats to The Black Eyed Peas' Fergie and her hubby, actor Josh Duhamel, on expecting their first baby. "Josh & Me & BABY makes three!!! #mylovelybabybump," Fergie tweeted. (Neon Limelight)

+ Jonas Brothers announced the first single from their forthcoming album, "Pom Poms." The boys also told Ryan Seacrest during an interview that they've already shot the video in New Orleans; it features Saints cheerleaders and a marching band. (MTV News)

+ One Direction's Harry Styles (kinda) talked about his breakup with Taylor Swift during a U.K. radio interview, saying he's "OK," and "Yeah, I'm good." He also smartly praised her Grammy performance of "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together." (E!)

+ Atoms For Peace (whose bandmates include Radiohead's Thom Yorke and Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea) will release their first official album, Amok, on Feb 26. Stream it ahead of its release. (NPR)

+ Lil Wayne says he's been banned from all NBA games stemming from events that led to him be thrown out of a game at the Miami Heat's American Airlines Arena last week. He was vocal about it at an NBA All-Star game after-party over the weekend, and let's just say the team and a few of their players were called out during his rant. (RapFix)

+ Speaking of the NBA All-Star Game, watch John Legend sing the national anthem and Ne-Yo and Alicia Keys perform medleys of their respective hits at the event. Fall Out Boy and 2 Chainz also performed during Saturday's NBA All-Star weekend. (Neon Limelight)

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Paramore shares song details and more about their self-titled album.

+ Paramore shared song details and more from their eponymous album, due April 9. "I liked the term 'Anklebiters,' when you're talking about kids or babies -- we also have a song on the record called 'Grow Up' -- so there seemed to be this thread in my brain about people who just really need to grow up and maybe open up their mind a little bit," singer Hayley Williams shared. (MTV News)

+ If any grown woman can rock a shrunken Mickey Mouse sweater and look hot doing it, it's Miley Cyrus. She owned the red number, while also showing off her stellar abs, backstage at Marc Jacobs Collection Fall 2013 fashion show last night in New York. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Watch The xx's lovely, spare, and duetted rendition of Beyoncé's "I Miss You," which was co-written by Frank Ocean. (Idolator)

+ Rihanna (via "Diamonds" songwriter Sia) also got the cover treatment. Listen to Jessie Ware's pretty, minimalistic take on "Diamonds" from BBC Radio 1's "Live Lounge." (Idolator)

+ Did you know fun.'s massive hit (and Grammy winning) "We Are Young" almost co-starred Rihanna? "We were shooting for the stars on everything and she was kind of a muse," said song producer Jeff Bhasker, adding, "But everything works out for a reason and Janelle [Monáe] worked out to be the perfect choice." (MTV News)

+ Bronx rapper Tim Dog died yesterday at the age of 46. The Source reports he passed away due to complications from a seizure. (RapFix)

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Jonas Brothers have completed their new album.

+ Jonas Brothers have finished their album, just in time to warm your Valentine's Day hearts! "The new album is finally done, and we are so excited. We wanted to take a little extra time on it to make sure it was right, and we've been working for almost a year now on it and it's time and now we're back on the road," said brother Kevin. (MTV News)

+ Sad news, Little Monsters: As we reported yesterday, Lady Gaga postponed four tour dates due to an injury, and she's now canceled the entire "Born This Way Ball" tour. According to LittleMonsters.com, she will be undergoing surgery for a "labral tear of the right hip." Heal well, Lady Gaga! (MTV News)

+ Beyoncé, who just screened her HBO documentary "Life Is But A Dream" (it airs Saturday at 9 p.m. ET), will appear on "Oprah's Next Chapter" an hour before the doc hits. Get a sneak peek. (Rap-Up)

+ Watch Lana Del Rey's commercial for the Jaguar F-TYPE convertible, which doubles as a performance-oriented video for her song "Burning Desire." (Idolator)

+ Radiohead will be recording the follow-up to The King Of Limbs this fall. "We're taking some time out whilst people are doing some other stuff, doing their own things, and the plan is to get back together [at the] end of the summer," said bassist Colin Greenwood. (Rolling Stone)

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Lady Gaga has canceled four tour dates due to an injury.

+ Lady Gaga has canceled four tour dates due to synovitis (severe inflammation of joints), which she tweeted was a show injury that she's had for a while but was hiding, adding, "However after last nights performance I could not walk and still can't." Get well soon, Gaga! (MTV News)

+ Watch Azealia Banks drop a NSFW verse from "Red Flame," a collabo with Lady Gaga that's expected to be on her forthcoming album, ARTPOP. (Idolator)

+ OMG, Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z may be going on tour together! According to the New York Post, Justin said, "We're definitely going to go on tour," as he walked the Grammy red carpet. It isn't specified who the "we" is, but it's speculated it'll be with Hova. Here's hoping it happens. (MTV News)

+ Ke$ha will headline the NBA All-Star Pregame concert on Sunday. Ludacris and B.o.B are also performing, and the set airs at 6 p.m. ET on NBA TV. (Billboard)

+ J. Cole's forthcoming second album, Born Sinner, has been postponed again. In the meantime, he'll release his Yours Truly EP as a free download. (RapFix)

+ Lil Wayne will show some Valentine's Day love when he drops his "Love Me" video on Feb. 14. The video premieres tomorrow at 6 a.m. ET on MTV, MTV2, Jams, Hits, and mtvU. Check out a teaser. (MTV News)

+ Because there will never be such a thing as too much shirtless Adam Levine, take a look at the Maroon 5 singer's swoonworthy abs, which adorn the cover of Hollywood 7's Icons issue. (E!)

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