In August, Islamists in Malaysia attempted to block an Avril Lavigne concert because they believed the singer's moves were "too sexy". "It's not good for viewers in Malaysia," said a spokesman for the Pan-Malaysian Islamic Party. Several female artists including Gwen Stefani and the Pussycat Dolls have run into trouble in Malaysia, which requires all performers to be covered from knees to chest and refrain from jumping, shouting, hugging and kissing on stage.
The online phenomenon of 'Rickrolling' – where purportedly serious links actually take users to YouTube clips of Rick Astley's videos - reached a bizarre conclusion when the 80s singer was named 'Best Act Ever' at the European Music Awards in Liverpool, November 6. Sadly, Astley did not turn up to receive his award.