Speaking to Billboard, the 'Wild Ones' hitmaker explained that he did some of the recording for his new album in the same studio that Michael Jackson worked on 'Thriller' and it was a great source of inspiration for him:

"You know, I actually got a chance to do some recording in the same studio where Michael Jackson did 'Thriller'."

He continued: "We did some work in there and I came up with like seven masterpieces."

"Every record I've put out this year has been number one and I look forward to this being number one as well. It starts with the music, but I look forward to venturing off and getting into some acting. Travelling the world, doing some touring."

Watch Flo Rida's music video for 'Let It Roll' below:

The US rapper has recently collaborated with Olly Murs on his No.1 track 'Troublemaker' - and it seems he's got more duets in mind.

Speaking to Capital FM, Flo Rida picked Outkast, Beyoncé and Rihanna as three acts he would like to team up with soon. He said:

"I am a big fan of Outkast, you know, those guys definitely inspired me and a lot more hip-hop artists. Right now, I would love to work with them, and do something with Beyoncé and Rihanna."

The rap man added: "[Rihanna's] doing some amazing things and I just think that's next level for me. Because in anything you do, you always want to take your career to greater heights, especially if you look forward to being around for quite a while."

The US rapper recently worked with X Factor star Olly Murs on his new single 'Troublemaker' and it seems the 'Live While We're Young' boyband are in his sights too.

When asked by Capital FM about a potential collaboration with the 'One Thing' stars, Flo Rida replied:

"They hold their ground, I'm pretty sure if I get on the record I'm gonna hold my ground. That's what the fans like. They love seeing some things that might seem out of the norm."

The rapper continued: "But, we both have fans that love us and support our records to the utmost and I just think that would be beautiful for music."

One Direction, meanwhile, are due to unveil the video for their new single 'Little Things' later today (November 2).

The US rapper, currently the biggest selling singles artist in the UK this year, told the Daily Star that he can’t wait for people to hear his collaboration with the Xtra Factor host, ‘Troublemaker.’

“I thought the song was a hit when I first heard it and the track’s come out hot.

“He is talented and I admire him for doing so well since he was on The X Factor. I like the talent shows. It’s great that there’s these platforms give musicians national exposure.”

The 32-year-old, who this week revealed the wildest thing he’s seen on tour, also went on to discuss his experience of working with The Saturdays on their 2010 single, ‘Higher.’

“I don’t get a chance to see the girls as often as I’d like as we’re both so busy, but we always have a good time.

“I’d love to work with more Brits. I think Ed Sheeran is incredible.”

Speaking to Billboard, the star explained that fans get really into his live performance and often put themselves in danger, but it's all part of the fun:

"Wildest thing I've probaly seen on tour is a lot of times ... i get on one of my securities' neck, go in the crowd, and I just see the fans copycatting that. Even little babies, they're holding them up in the air with their shoulders... When I see that its just so amazing because they're enjoying it and I'm enjoying it myself."

He also told Billboard that he's gearing up to take his live show across the pond to Europe before the end of the year.

Watch his latest music video for 'I Cry' below:

Speaking to MTV News, the 'Dance With Me Tonight' star explained that as soon as Flo Rida heard 'Troublemaker' he agreed to appear on the track because he liked it so much:

"Getting Flo Rida on the record was kind of easy, in a way. [It] wasn't hard. I was expecting it to be a lot harder than it was."

"We just literally sent him the track, his people the track and they heard it and really liked it. And Flo Rida was like, 'I really want to do it'. So he was up for doing it."

'Troublemaker' is due to be released in the UK on November 18 and he added that the final edit sounds nothing short of "amazing":

"It came back and it sounded amazing. I just think the way the song is and when people hear it, they'll understand why Flo Rida is such a perfect person to sing the song and get his vibe on it. So, it's exciting."

Check out the U.S. version of Murs' hit single, 'Heart Skips A Beat', below:

The pair teamed up for the track 'Sweet Nothing', which is set to feature on Calvin Harris's forthcoming new album '18 Months'.

The song was unveiled in late August and information about the accompanying video was posted on Twitter by the two acts.

The full promotional clip has now debuted online and it sees the Florence + The Machine star performing at a working men's club.

The grimy video also sees domestic disputes and a fight scene on a London street.

Harris's new album '18 Months' is due to be released on October 29.

He has knocked Taylor Swift from her impressive two-week reign at No.1 with her track 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' although it only decreased 11 % overall in Hot 100 points accoring to Nielsen SoundScan so it was a close race.

Writing on his official Twitter page earlier this evening (September 5), he thanked his fans for supporting the song: "#Repost #TeamFlo we did it again! ☝lemme hear you #whistle!"

Back in August, he was ordered to pay $400,000 after cancelling a performance at an Australian music festival at the last minute.

The tickets will be available to UT Arlington students, faculty and staff only beginning at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 6 only through the College Park Center website, www.utacollegepark.com. The public will be able to purchase any remaining tickets beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 20either online at www.utacollegepark.com or at the College Park Center Box Office, 601 S. Pecan St. A total of 6,200 tickets will be available. There is a four-ticket limit per person.

The UT Arlington Division of Student Affairs traditionally brings an annual concert to campus at a discount to students. The Flo Rida concert serves as this year's fall concert.

Flo Rida, 32, whose real name is Tramar Dillard, was born in Carol City, Fla. The rapper and singer-songwriter's debut single "Low" featuring T-Pain was a No. 1 U.S. hit for 10 weeks in early 2008.

His latest chart-topper, "Whistle," currently sits atop the iTunes and Billboard Hot 100 singles charts, with global digital sales north of 4 million.

"Good Feeling," the first single from his fourth album, Wild Ones, was released in fall 2011. It became a huge party-friendly anthem, with its upbeat and driving twist uniting millions of fans of pop, hip-hop and club music around the world and establishing Flo Rida as an international, genre-busting superstar in the process. 

The song has been listed on 20 different charts, including the France Singles Top 100, Sweden Singles Top 60, Germany Singles Top 100, Austria Singles Top 75, Ireland Singles Top 50, UK Singles Top 75 and U.S. Airplay Top 100.

The two-time Grammy nominated artist also has appeared on several movie soundtracks. Currently, he can be heard performing with Jennifer Lopez on the song, "Goin' In," which is featured on the soundtrack of the film, "Step Up: Revolution" in theaters now.

As for his embrace of electronic and dance music, Flo Rida said he grew up listening to all kinds of music, including the church songs his seven sisters sang in a local gospel group. "I like to take music from everywhere and put it in my style and let it be accepted," he told MTV.com.

College Park Center concert details

• Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, 2012. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m.
• Tickets go on sale to UT Arlington students, faculty and staff at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012 at www.utacollegepark.com only. Remaining tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 20 through www.utacollegepark.com or at the College Park Center Box Office, 601 S. Pecan St.; or by calling 817-272-9595.
• There is a four-ticket limit per person, including one ticket at discounted rate for UT Arlington students, faculty and staff only.
• Ticket prices are $35, $45, $55 and $80. A $7 service fee will be added to each ticket. The Box Office accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover.
• UT Arlington students, faculty and staff are advised to set up a ticket-buying account prior to the sale date. Those who already have an account are advised to test their login prior to the sale date.
• Students, faculty and staff must use their UT Arlington NetID to purchase tickets. Contact the Office of Information Technology Helpdesk at 817-272-2208 for questions about NetIDs.

About College Park Center
UT Arlington's 7,000-seat special events venue opened Feb. 1 and is the new home court for UT Arlington basketball and volleyball, commencement exercises, concerts and other major events. College Park Center was designed by HKS Inc. and has been recognized for its sustainable and energy-efficient features. The Center anchors the College Park District, a residential and retail development just blocks from downtown Arlington.

Visit www.utacollegepark.com to learn more.

About The University of Texas at Arlington
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Ticket Information: 817-272-9595

Her band Florence + The Machine have been working off their 2011 album 'Ceremonials' over the past year but it seems they're about to take an extended break once the cycle is over.

Speaking to Style magazine, Welch said that there will probably be a little bit of time between now and their next record as they take a backseat for a year. The singer said:

"There's a big 'take a year off' plan. The record company have put no pressure on for the next album. They've said I can have as long as I want."

Welch meanwhile also spoke about one of her favourite hobbies - fashion watching in East London. The 'Spectrum' star said:

"I like playing hipster safari. It's like people watching, people watching, but in east London. I like walking around, looking at everyone's clothes. It's like, 'Yep, I used to go to college with them. Yep there's that fashion blogger wearing a snazzy Outfit'. You have a list and tick the east London cliches off as you go."