MADONNA's pop-up shoe boutique in Selfridges has proved an unprecedented success with shoppers - becoming more popular than the temporary retail spaces of Aldo Rise, United Nude, Swedish Hasbeens and Marc by Marc Jacobs mouse pumps.

"It's been thrilling to see our customers' response to this project - the Truth Or Dare collection has proven to be our most commercially successful footwear pop-up this year so far," shoes buying manager Helen Attwood. "It's one of the most successful celebrity endorsements we've ever worked on."

Selfridges launched the Truth Or Dare collection just over a week ago, with some styles already selling out. The range, which comes in a monochrome colour palette, features all from flat brogues to towering platforms and stiletto boots.

"We have already had to re-order on almost half the styles we carry," added Attwood. "Bestselling styles have been the Panu studded court shoe and the Cedia brogue in black."

Source: Vogue UK

"Playing the Olympia was a magical moment for me and it was real treat to do this special show for my fans and be so close to them. Unfortunately at the end of the show - after I left the stage - a few thugs who were not my fans rushed the stage and started throwing plastic bottles pretending to be angry fans. The press reports have focused on this and not the joyous aspect of the evening. But nothing can take away or ruin this very special evening for me and my fans. When I looked out in the audience, everyone I saw had a smile on their face. I look forward to having this wonderful experience again."

Following overwhelming demand for tickets to Madonna's intimate club show scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 26th at the historic Olympia in Paris, the Material Girl has invited her fans around the world to see her performance via a live global stream through LoveLive's YouTube channel beginning 10:15pm Paris time CEST; 4:15pm EDT. There will also be a post stream of the show where the footage can be viewed in its entirety.

The show, which was confirmed by Live Nation - Madonna's MDNA international tour partner - will include songs from the artist's current album, MDNA, along with her new single, "Turn Up The Radio" as well as several classics. MDNA which was released by Universal Records debuted at No. 1 in over 40 countries. The Olympia, founded in 1888 has been the site of legendary shows by performers such as Marlene Dietrich, Edith Piaf and Charles Aznavour. .

Toby L, Creative Director of LoveLive commented: "We are beyond elated to be hosting a global stream of one of the world's most iconic artists in such a unique and intimate circumstance which will bring our audience closer than ever to Madonna. This performance typifies what we're doing with the LoveLive music series, which will continue to feature the world's most recognisable music artists."

Patrick Walker, Senior Director, Content Partnerships EMEA, YouTube commented: "It's incredibly exciting that Madonna's performance from this iconic, intimate venue will be available to her fans around the world via YouTube. No one needs to miss out on this great addition to YouTube's music line-up this summer."

Madonna's MDNA Tour, currently whirling through Europe, has reaffirmed her reputation as one of the most thrilling and fearless performers ever: "Spectacular" raved the Mail. "Seeing Madonna live is a privilege," glowed The Independent. "Another world-class show her fans will lap up," raved The Sun. "Madonna's back with a vengeance... our disco Messiah," commented MOJO Magazine.

The global live stream can be viewed through the LoveLive channel on YouTube @ www.youtube.com/madonnaclubshowparis

Madonna's fanatic French fans are in for a special treat with the announcement of an intimate one night only performance by the Material Girl at the historic Olympia in Paris on Thursday, July 26th. The show which was confirmed by Live Nation, Madonna's MDNA international tour promoter, follows The Material Girl's stunning performance last Saturday (July 14th) at Paris Stade de France. The Olympia show will include songs from Madonna's current MDNA CD including her new single, "Turn Up The Radio" as well as several classics. MDNA debuted at No. 1 in over 40 countries. The Olympia, founded in 1888 has been the site of legendary shows by performers such as Marlene Dietrich, Charles Aznavour and Jacques Brel.

With anticipation for ticket demands for Madonna's Olympia date at an all time high, the show will be streamed for all to see. Complete URL information to follow this week.

The MDNA Tour, currently whirling through Europe, has reaffirmed Madonna's reputation as one of the most thrilling and fearless performers ever and an artist who continues to produce visual extravaganzas. "Another world-class show her fans will lap up," raved The Sun in the UK. "Madonna's back with a vengeance... Madonna returns to defy the realms of possibility - our disco Messiah," commented MOJO Magazine.

Tickets for the exclusive opportunity to see Madonna at the 2700 seat will first go on sale to members of Madonna's fan club beginning Wednesday, July 18th at 1pm (13:00) through Thursday, July 19th at 3pm (15:00). Tickets will be held for the public and will go on sale after following fan club sales on Friday July 20th at 10:00 at www.olympiahall.com.

Tickets starting at 80 euros will be sold via internet only and will be limited to 2 tickets per person. All tickets purchased will be available night of show only at the will call window at the box office. Customers will be required to present picture ID and the credit card that tickets were purchased with. All transactions are non-transferable - only the person who purchased the ticket will be admitted entry. Once the tickets have been redeemed at the box office, the patron will be directed immediately into the venue.

The MDNA tour is produced by Live Nation. Smirnoff is an official spirits partner of Madonna's MDNA World Tour.

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Enjoy the finest fitness equipment, avant-garde interior decorations, luxury locker rooms with sauna, steam bath and massage rooms, juice bar/cafe, and two temperate pools.

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The full 'Turn Up The Radio' video has just premiered on Madonna's VEVO channel. Check it out!

Madonna fans! The MDNA Tour will stop at Birmingham's NIA on July 19th!

We have Golden Triangle passes waiting for you but also want to add some extra fun to the game. . .

If you already have tickets for this show, then let's play with us for a chance to watch the show from the Golden Triangle!

Here are two options to enter our contest:

1 - E-mail us a picture of you posing with your Birmingham ticket at madonnacontests@gmail.com before 6:00pm GMT on July 17th (using "BIRMINGHAM GOLDEN TRIANGLE - MY TICKET" as your e-mail's subject line).

2 - If you have a real Madonna tattoo, e-mail us a picture of it at madonnacontests@gmail.com before 6:00pm GMT on July 17th (using "BIRMINGHAM GOLDEN TRIANGLE - MY TATTOO" as your e-mail's subject line).

In your e-mail, please make sure to also include the following info:

ICON USERNAME (login name):
FULL NAME:
GUEST NAME:
PHONE NUMBER:

We'll randomly pick 125 winners out of the valid collected entries, each of whom will win a pair of Golden Triangle passes to the July 19 show!

Before you enter, please review the following rules:

- This giveaway is limited to Legacy, Live Pass and Classic members of Icon.
- Both contest entrant and his/her guest must already have a valid ticket for the July 19 show in Birmingham.
- One entry per member please. Multiple entries received from the same member/person will be disqualified.
- This is an Internet offer only. All entries must be submitted via email to madonnacontests@gmail.com
- Finalists will be notified by e-mail on July 18th and will be asked to confirm their attendance. Confirmed finalists will be deemed "Winners". If confirmation is received after 10pm GMT on July 18th, Icon reserves the right to disqualify the finalist entry and select a new finalist at random.

Come join the party!!

We are happy to introduce the cover art to Madonna's "Turn Up the Radio" single.

Also, make sure to visit Madonna's VEVO channel on Monday for the video's world premiere!

We are happy to announce that a second show at Medellin's Estadio Atanasio Girardot was just added to the MDNA Tour schedule and will take place on November 29th!

Tickets will go on sale at 12:01am local time on July 17th, while a devoted Icon pre-sale will start on July 12, at 11am local time for Legacy members / 12 Noon local time for Live Pass members.

Also, due to scheduling changes, Madonna's concert at Parque dos Atletas in Rio de Janeiro has been changed from Saturday, December 1st to Sunday, December 2nd.

Rio De Janeiro Ticket Information: All tickets for the December 1st show can be used for the new December 2nd show date. There is no need to exchange tickets. Anyone who purchased tickets and cannot attend the rescheduled concert should visit their retail outlet beginning July 10th to request a refund.

Check out Madonna's Youtube channel now to get inside the DNA of MDNA; an exclusive look behind the scenes of Madonna's MDNA Tour stop in Rome!