The role of a journalist is to collect and disseminate factual information about current events and issues to create a report for broadcast or publication to a mass audience.
But why let the facts get in the way of a good story?
While I pride myself on being the "go-to" girl when it comes to revealing the acts, artists and celebrities heading to the UAE, sometimes I just want to join 99 per cent of other women out there and just gossip. Plain and simple.
So forgive and allow me this luxury, just once, because there are far too many names being batted about by my extremely credible sources for me to keep it all in.
NB: Don't rush out and have T-shirts printed with Bruno Mars' (Yes, Bruno Mars) face on. It's all just hearsay. But don't they say gossip makes the world go round?
Rumour No 1
Snoop Dogg jetting in to Abu Dhabi International Airport and being limousine-driven to a nearby fancy hotel before a final show — all before the summer heat gets too hot to handle.
Where: Since the music scene in Abu Dhabi is more than dominated by Flash Entertainment, an educated guess would say Yas Arena over Flash Forum.
This is one boy who would easily attract the crowds in their thousands.
When: The first weekend in May was being discussed, according to Snoop's folk in the US.
Why watch: Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr, better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is an American entertainer, rapper, record producer and actor. He's one of Dr Dre's most notable proteges. Snoop's debut album, Doggystyle, was released in 1993 and went quadruple platinum.
Rumour No 2
T-Pain lands in Dubai (a place he said he'd return to after being booked for a show last year) and heads to one of the emirate's biggest clubs.
Where: Chi @The Lodge
When: April 28 is the date on the contract.
Why Watch: In the winter of 2005, southern soulster T-Pain burst onto the rhythmic scene with his debut, Rappa Ternt Sanga, and things just haven't been the same since.
Formerly down with the rap pack known as the Nappy Headz, T-Pain was tired of the borders dividing hip-hop and soul and went solo. He's as famous for his hats as his music.
Rumour No 3
Bruno Mars makes the girls melt with hits including Marry You, Just The Way You Are and Grenade.
Where: Very undecided, but rumour has it could be a new venue at Downtown Burj Khalifa.
When: Last weekend in May.
Why Watch: Born in 1985, Bruno Mars, also known as Peter Gene Hernandez, is a singer-songwriter and music producer. He grew up in Honolulu, Hawaii, nicknamed Bruno.
In October 2010 he released his first album, Doo-Wops and Hooligans, and was nominated for seven Grammy Awards.
Rumour No 4
Sean Paul books a spot in Dubai after "falling in love" with Abu Dhabi in November when he performed at Yasalam.
Where: Chi @The Lodge
When: May 5.
Why Watch: Dance Hall was Sean Paul's first love, closely followed by DJing and penning his own songs. In 1996, Sean Paul released his debut successful single Baby Girl (Don't Cry), and led to more Jamaican hits.
Rumour No 5
Ne-Yo (yawn, we've heard this many times) is apparently "pumped" about coming to Dubai but can't seem to find a date in his overflowing diary. Our sources confirm he was signed for a gig on April 7, which fell through because, yes, he was double booked.
Where: Venues are being considered, depending on dates.
When: Was April 7,now May is more likely, but it could be as late as November. Contracts are signed, though — 100 per cent.
Why Watch: In an interview last year, he said: "A songwriter can have a normal life. You're an ordinary person. But as an artist, some things can't be ignored. You have to make sure you look like a million bucks. There's a certain image you have to maintain." So keep your promise and your "image" and come to Dubai.
Rumour No 5
Sean Kingston (who has confirmed and cancelled for a whopping total of four gigs in Dubai) says he's finally ready to rock the city. He loved Lebanon a few years ago.Where: Undecided.
When: May-ish.
Why Watch: Kingston pursued a music career and debuted in 2007 with Sean Kingston. Since then Beautiful Girls and Fire Burning stormed the charts and his reggae style of pop has been well received.
Rumour No 6
will.i.am — finally the Black Eyed Peas star is planning on making a lot of people very happy by jumping on a plane to Dubai.
Where: Four venues, including The Madinat, are being considered.When: June 9 (but could change, depending on venue).
Why watch: Because quite apart from the fact that he sings, raps, dances and is Cheryl Cole's best mate, the outfits will blow you away. Legend.
Confirmed!
If it is cold, hard facts you're after, then these guys are definitely coming.
March 26; Meydan: Jessie J and Seb Fontaine
April 1; Nasimi Beach: Faithless
April 7; Meydan: Boy George, Belinda Carlisle, Kid Creole and the Coconuts, Paul Young, The Real Thing and Curiosity Killed the Cat.
April 14; Dubai Media City: WestlifeApril 21; Dubai World Trade Centre: Maroon 5
May 20; TBC: RoxetteMay 22; Al Badia Golf Club: Joe Cocker
