Dylan: Idol fan?

Dylan a secret Idol watcher?

Bob Dylan. Folk revoloutionary. Musical legend. And, er, American Idol fan?

That's the verdict of Paula Abdul. So, er, yes, it must be true.

According to the non-delusional Abdul, 60's legend Dylan has twice tried sneaking into American Idol recordings. But he was no match for the eagle-eyed Paula.

Even in disguise.

'He had a beard and tried to be in disguise. But I knew it was him,' Abudul declared, according to Femalefirst.

Sadly, the news about another music legend isn't quite as cheery. The Astoria is closing down.

BBC 6 Music reports that, due to the Crossrail scheme, the popular venue will have to go. While mayor Ken Livingstone is keen to keep popular places away from the scheme, 'there are some instances where that just physically isn't possible,' he explained. 'The construction of Crossrail means that the Astoria can't be saved.'

However, there was some good news. A new venue has been included in the plans for the redeveloped Tottenham Court Road station.

'We're basically putting in a vast train station,' revealed Ken, 'but the developers that have actually drawn up the scheme for the area are replacing it with a larger live music venue.'

Following the recent losses of both Hammersmith Palais and The Spitz, Ken also announced a 'live music strategy' to prevent more landmark venues closing.

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