Britney 'never' returning to Oz?

Britney has allegedly told a source she can't wait to leave Australia.

The singer has faced unprecedented attacks and snipes from the hostile media, for which she wasn't prepared. Singer Michael Buble has defended the superstar, saying:

'You’d think she killed someone. As an artist, and a human being, some of what has been written about her is so nasty. OK, she lip-syncs her show, people know that, they make the decision if they want to go and see her do that'.

The Curcus tour is the first time Britney has performed Down Under, and according to rumours, it will be her last - it is claimed she has said she is 'never coming back'.

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Australian leg kicks off!

The Australian leg of Britney's Circus tour kicked off today with her first concert in the country in Perth.

No major set changes (Breathe on Me, You Oughtta' Know was removed) and no sign of "3" yet.

More updates later...

Buzz on a new song

From the Australian GimmeBritney Forums:

I'm not gonna post this one to the main site, as I don't have enough sources to confirm this... but here goes a little tidbit for gimmeBRITNEY readers.

We're hearing that there is some sort of unveiling of the new Britney single this weekend in America. We're not sure whether this is a performance at the VMA's or what - but all the information we're getting through now is looking EXACTLY like when Womanizer was delayed... this time it's in reverse.

It looks as though a radio date was set as far back as possible to give time for something to not work out as planned. This information leads us to believe that on Monday evening in Australia, radio will be sent a brand new single from Britney - the lead track from The Singles Collection. That would make it a Sunday night in America... and what's on Sunday in America??

There is still no change to "official" radio listing of September 21 from Sony. As I mentioned earlier, this is not concrete - we're hearing these little whispers again from multiple sources. We just can't get any clarification on them.

Story developing...

New Australian Date

Singles Collection UPDATE

Sony Music Australia have revised their original release date of The Singles Collection to November 13th, 2009. Reports this blog. Quotage bellow:

“There will be a double disc with a collection of songs from Britney’s entire career spanning 10 years. We’re also hearing that there will be ‘at least’ 4 new songs, including a single that will be released sometime in October. There is no word yet on what this single is, or when it will be sent to radio.

“A Multi-CD box will also be released containing special limited edition reprints of every Britney Australian released single in a ‘treasure chest’ style box.

“The Singles Collection is ONLY for Australia, but I thought it was for US too cause MTV reported about it earlier this month. Oh well can’t wait to hear the new songs and see what goes on with this project.”

More Aussie Dates

2 BRAND NEW SHOWS ANNOUNCED!
BRISBANE AND MELBOURNE

Due to huge box office sales, Dainty Consolidated Entertainment is thrilled to announce two extra concerts have been added to Britney Spear’s tour itinerary. Due to huge demand an extra and definitely final show has been added in Melbourne. Britney will perform a 4th and final concert in Melbourne at Rod Laver Arena on Friday 27 November.

Brisbane is also getting an extra show, the 3rd and final Brisbane show is set for Sunday 22 November at The Brisbane Entertainment Centre.

Tickets to these two new shows go on sale on MONDAY 7 SEPTEMBER from www.ticketek.com.au or 132 849 at a special time of 12 MIDDAY.

Just announced as special guest on “The Circus Starring Britney Spears” tour of Australia is DJ Havana Brown. The Australian DJ, who is currently receiving world-wide recognition, is known for her up-tempo R&B and hip-hop sets, tinged with a touch of electro-house.

“The Circus Starring Britney Spears” is a first of its kind, incorporating a dazzling display of music, dance, magic and theatrics into the year’s biggest spectacle. With its cast of nearly 50 dancers, magicians, clowns and acrobats and a traveling staff of over 200, the 50 million dollar extravaganza will travel Australia with an unprecedented 60 tons of equipment in 34 trucks for what is sure to be the most electrifying musical event ever.

“The Circus Starring Britney Spears”
With special guest DJ HAVANA BROWN

PERTH
Friday 6 November @ Burswood Dome
Saturday 7 November @ Burswood Dome

MELBOURNE
Wednesday 11 November @ Rod Laver Arena
Thursday 12 November @ Rod Laver Arena
Friday 13 November @ Rod Laver Arena
NEW SHOW: Friday 27 November @ Rod Laver Arena

SYDNEY
Monday 16 November @ Acer Arena
Tuesday 17 November @ Acer Arena
Thursday 19 November @ Acer Arena
Friday 20 November @ Acer Arena

BRISBANE
Tuesday 24 November @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Wednesday 25 November @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre
NEW SHOW: Sunday 22 November @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre

Tickets to the new shows go on sale on
MONDAY 7 SEPTEMBER at a special time of 12 MIDDAY

Down Under tour vid?

From gimmebritney.com

We’re hearing that Britney will record select dates from her Australian tour schedule for a DVD release of the Circus Tour.

New songs, new costumes and the best bits from the European and North American legs of the tour will make up the Australian concerts which kick off in November.

It’s also been confirmed that Aussie DJ, Havana Brown, will support Britney on her tour down under.

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The Circus goes "Down Under"

BRITNEY SPEARS BRINGS HER CIRCUS DOWN UNDER
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC ICON TO TOUR AUSTRALIA FOR THE FIRST TIME

For the first time in her career Britney Spears will be touring Australia. Britney Spears in association with Dainty Consolidated Entertainment brings "The Circus Starring Britney Spears" Down Under in November.

"The Circus Starring Britney Spears" is a first of it's kind, incorporating a dazzling display of music, dance, magic and theatrics into the years biggest spectacle. With its cast of nearly 50 dancers, magicians, clowns and acrobats and a traveling staff of over 200, the 50 million dollar extravaganza will travel Australia with an unprecedented 60 tons of equipment in 34 trucks for what is sure to be the most electrifying musical event ever.

"The Circus Starring Britney Spears" kicked-off in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA on March 3, 2009, and is the highest grossing tour of 2009 in North America to date. Britney is currently touring Europe to raves reviews. "The Circus starring Britney Spears, the relentlessly high octane and superbly choreographed affair delighted 23,000 assembled fans" claims the UK's Daily Mail, and The Financial Times stating "...with costume changes, a mini-magic show and blingy bicycles, the presentation was a feast for the eyes."

"I've wanted to tour Australia for quite some time and now it's finally happening. My Circus tour is the best show I have ever created and I can't wait to perform it for all of my Australian fans. See you guys soon!" exclaims Britney

Tour dates are:

Friday, 6 November - Perth Burswood Dome
Wednesday, 11 November - Melbourne Rod Laver Arena
Thursday, 12 November - Melbourne Rod Laver Arena
Thursday, 19 November - Sydney Acer Arena
Friday, 20 November - Sydney Acer Arena
Tuesday, 24 November - Brisbane Entertainment Centre

For tickets: Online at ticketek.com.au or phone 132 849

Source: http://www.britneyspears.com/2009/06/breaking-news-britney-brings-tour-to-australia.php

Circus goes PLATINUM Down under!

"Circus" has been classified as PLATINUM in Australia after shipping over 80,000 units. The lead single "Circus" is also at #5 in the chart, whilst "Womanizer" remains in the top 10 at #9.

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