Britney Spears is working with top producer Dr. Luke for her next album. The producer says he’s hoping to take the music in a “grimier” and “more electronic” direction. “I want to do what works, but I also want to make sure it sounds a little different,” Dr. Luke says. “I want to get harder in some ways.” [Billboard]

Blind Melon have scheduled three shows starting in November, with singer Travis Warren signing on again to replace the late Shannon Hoon. The dates may be Blind Melon’s last. “The future of the band is still up in the air,” the band says. [The Blind Melon Forum]