New York's 2010 Summer Jam Lineup
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No hay más Led Zeppelin
A pesar de lo dicho ayer, Peter Mensch, manager del guitarrista Jimmy Page, se retractó totalmente en eso que la banda buscaría un reemplazo al ultragenial Robert Plant para seguir rockeando y toureándola por el mundo tras su show de 2007 en el O2 Arena de Londres por el poder de la música más sexual de la historia. No habrá más Led Zeppelin, no hay planes de que lo haya.
Mensch comentó: "Led Zeppelin se acabó. Si no los vieron en el 2007, se los perdieron. Probaron reemplazantes a Robert Plant, pero nada funcionó. Se acabó. No hay planes para continuar. Francamente, ojalá todos dejaran de hablar al respecto."
Los fans no están nada contentos, especialmente los británicos, considerando los precios delirantes de las entradas del show reunión.
¿Y a ti? ¿Qué te parece todo esto?
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Some stories to send you into the Halloween weekend: Cute! Kourtney Kardashian dresses Mason up for Halloween ? OfficialKourtneyK Labor and delivery traditions from around the world ? lilSugar One mom completes the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in memory of a friend ? BreezyMama A court rules that a 4-year-old girl can be sued [...]
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More Photos Of Christina Aguilera In British ?In Style? Magazine
On Thursday we got our first look at Christina Aguilera on the cover of the new issue of British In Style magazine. Today we get to check out a couple photos from her accompanying photospread … behold: Yep, the photos look like your usual Xtina fare. I have to say, I’m loving the blue tint [...]
Why Faith Hill Isn't Jealous of Her Husband's Leading Ladies
Even Faith Hill must get jealous when her husband of 14 years, Tim McGraw, stars onscreen opposite Sandra Bullock (The Blind Side) and Gwyneth Paltrow (Country Strong, out Dec. 22), right? "They're very nice ladies. Classy ladies. I got to know them both really well, and have a lot in common with them," the 43-year-old country star tells iVillage in an exclusive interview.
While Hill (who also sings the theme song to NBC's Sunday Night Football) may be cool, calm and collected when it comes to stunning Oscar winners, her three daughters aren't sure about how hip Mom is. In fact, when they go trick-or-treating this Halloween, she and McGraw will "kind of stay a nice, comfortable distance away," the singer laughs.
In our exclusive interview with Hill, she dishes about her most "horrible" Halloween costume ever and why she once couldn't stop touching Aretha Franklin's hair.
What are your daughters dressing up as for Halloween?
Audrey, our youngest daughter, who is 8, is going as a gothic nerd. Don't ask me how she came up with that costume! Our oldest daughter, Gracie, (13), I think she's going as a Crayola with a couple of friends. And then Maggie, our 12-year-old is going as a tie-dyed ninja.
Your daughters aren't too cool for Halloween yet?
No, I think that doesn't happen until they're much older. Right now it's kind of the time when they dress up with friends as groups. We walk with them as well. We just kind of stay a nice, comfortable distance away. They are at that age where they want to walk with their friends, but we still have them in eye's view.
So, Mom and Dad aren't cool enough anymore?
I guess not! We think we're cool enough to still watch them trick-or-treat. Whether we're cool enough or not, we are doing that!
What's your most embarrassing Halloween costume?
There's a costume that was passed down from my oldest brother, then to my middle brother and then on to me. It was this horrendous, yellow, big clown costume with red circles all over it and white cuffs and a big black hat. It was hideous. I think my mom made it! My brother (Wesley) wore it first, then my next brother, Steven, then I, of course, had to wear it for a couple of years. Horrible.
Have you ever dressed up as another celebrity?
I dressed up as Marilyn Monroe when I was 22 years old -- a long time ago.
How do you feel about Tim costarring with leading ladies like Sandra Bullock and Gwyneth Paltrow?
I think it's awesome. I'm proud of him. They're great girls.
I'd get jealous.
You would? Well, if they weren't nice ladies. But they're very nice ladies, classy ladies. I got to know them both really well, and have a lot in common with them.
What did you think of Gwyneth as a singer in Country Strong? Did you give her any tips?
No, I didn't. She did a lot of research, I have to say. She was very focused and I think she took a lot of great pride in wanting to do something really amazing. She has a lot of respect for country music. And she did a lot of research on her own, which I think really shows what a great actress she is. She's very focused and serious about her craft. She's so great in it.
Did you watch the "Country Strong" music video that recently hit the Internet?
I haven't. I have seen the movie and she's really great. I actually think it's one of her best performances.
Is it one of Tim's best performances?
Yes! (Laughs) He did a great job, too! I'm very proud of my husband.
Have you ever been starstruck by anyone?
I have -- Aretha Franklin. I was at the Grammys. It was years ago. Since then we've met and had a photo session together, talked on the phone, exchanged notes. But originally, the first time I met her, she was just walking down the hall and my tour manager at the time, Jimmy, stopped her when she was walking down the hallway at my dressing room door and then called for me to come to the door to meet someone and it was Aretha. And I just couldn't stop touching her! I kept touching her hair, and then her dress and her shoulder. I was just freaking out. You know, I just love her so much. It was really funny. He said, "Do you realize that you were touching her hair?"
Well, she still talks to you!
She does! So I guess I didn't traumatize her!
Do you think most celebrities get jealous when their partners have to do love scenes? Chime in below!
After your trick-or-treating, catch Faith Hill singing NBC's 'Sunday Night Football' theme song as the Pittsburgh Steelers visit the New Orleans Saints on Halloween night. Coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET.
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Happy Halloween Little Monsters!!!
What's Lady GaGa going to be for Halloween??
A little monster, of course!!
The GaGalicious singer posted this picture on her Twitter and wrote:
For Halloween I'm going to be…a little monster!!!! ? I love you all so much! Celebrate yourself!
FABOOSH!!!
Hope you little monsters are having a fun and safe Halloween!!
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A little monster, of course!!
The GaGalicious singer posted this picture on her Twitter and wrote:
For Halloween I'm going to be…a little monster!!!! ? I love you all so much! Celebrate yourself!
FABOOSH!!!
Hope you little monsters are having a fun and safe Halloween!!
P.S. CLICK HERE to "follow" Perez on [...]
Source: http://perezhilton.com/2010-10-30-lady-gaga-little-monster-costume-for-halloween
Spotted: Katherine Heigl?s Little Librarian
Katherine Heigl and daughter Naleigh take in a gorgeous fall day on Wednesday, walking hand-in-hand to a children's event at a local library in Los Feliz, Calif.
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Saturday, October 30, 2010
Britney Spears Inspires Another 'Glee'-Cap Musical
Heather Morris' moves and John Stamos' grin have us breaking into song.
By Jim Cantiello
Britney Spears and Heather Morris on the set of "Glee"
Photo: FOX
From the Heather Morris-starring scene-for-scene video re-creations to the sight of Lea Michele as a sexy schoolgirl to the debut of John Stamos, this week's Britney Spears-themed episode of "Glee" has everyone talking. But it has us singing. Without further ado, here are the lyrics to this week's "Glee"-cap!
Britney
You took over this week's "Glee."
Oh, baby you can hit me
One or two more times.
But when you act,
It's all sorts of crazy wack,
It's so good to have you back,
Even though you look 39.
A full hour of hits that are yours,
But then Lea performed Paramore.
[Jim speaks: What the f--- was that about?]
Oh, Britney, take these kids on tour.
[Jim speaks: Seriously, Heather Morris did Britney better than Britney ever did Britney.
Clip: Santana says, "Leave Britney alone!"
Jim: Sorry!]
[To the tune of "... Baby One More Time"]
Oh, Stamos, Stamos,
How was I supposed to know
That you and "Glee" are besties?
Oh, Stamos, Stamos,
You're not singing "Kokomo."
No love for Uncle Jesse.
Mating with crazy eyes,
They're dating,
Schuester's fading,
Student's masturbating,
Oh, that's gross!
John Stamos has a dentist chair.
He gives "Glee" kids
So much sweet air.
When they go under,
They lose their mind.
Drugs are sublime!
Then it becomes Britney time!
[To the tune of "Everytime"]
Videos redone
Are so much fun,
But baby
Everytime "Glee" tributes
The plot falls by the wayside.
They just want you to buy
lots more soundtracks, baby.
"Glee" is structured like a porn.
They talk and then perform.
Scenes are shoehorned
Who needs story, baby?!
[Jim takes a hit of nitrous oxide, collapses.]
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Justin Bieber Announces Acoustic Album Release Date
Pop star tweets new LP will drop November 23.
By Mawuse Ziegbe
Justin Bieber
Photo: Gerardo Mora/ Getty Images
Justin Bieber fans are just a month away from checking out a new acoustic album from the teen sensation.
Last week, the Canadian pop phenomenon tweeted about releasing a collection of acoustic tracks in time for the holidays, and on Saturday he announced the record will hit shelves in November.
"On November 23rd the Unplugged Acoustic album comes out!" Bieber tweeted. "Taking it back to how we started. Spread the word."
The megastar crooner has previously hinted that the record will include toned-down versions of album cuts from My World and My World 2.0, as well as a freshly recorded track Bieber knocked out in Hawaii. The singer's musical director and guitarist, Dan Kanter, has mentioned the album has a global feel. "Loving the percussion... Cajones and congas!" Kanter tweeted. "Definitely an influence from our travels around the world!"
In addition to releasing a suite of mellowed-out tracks, Bieber also dished in September that he's working on a follow-up to My World 2.0 slated to drop near the end of next year. The untitled album will also include a contribution from fellow Canadian hitmaker, Drake.
"[It'll] probably [come out] fourth quarter next year," Bieber said while working the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards red carpet. "Drake is gonna be on that album; I'm not sure [who else]. I'm gonna ask him if he can get [Lil] Wayne on there."
2011 is shaping up to busy year for the Biebs. While he's aiming to drop more new music next fall, his 3-D movie, "Never Say Never," will hit theaters in February. "Never" director Jon Chu explained to MTV News in August that the flick is "gonna tell the underdog story of where he came from."
"It's a really fascinating story and it has a lot to do with our sort of digital lifestyle now," Chu said of the film's arc. "He was able to do what corporations try to do now when they use YouTube and they don't even know what to do with it yet. It's a pretty cool story for our time."
Are you excited for Justin Bieber's new acoustic album? Let us know in the comments!
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Justin Bieber's 'Never Say Never' Trailer: How Does It Stack Up?
Pop star's concert doc promo is similar to the Jonas Brothers' and Michael Jackson's.
By Eric Ditzian
Justin Bieber
Photo: Larry Busacca/ Getty Images
"My name is Justin. This is how I drum."
Thus begins the trailer for "Never Say Never," Justin Bieber's 3-D concert documentary. That first clip isn't the only footage of the 16-year-old pop star back in his formative years. From vintage looks at Biebs tickling the ivories to grainy video of him strumming the guitar on some steps, the trailer tells the unlikely story of how a small-town Canadian kid beat the odds to become an international superstar.
It's an interesting narrative technique, one with both points of convergence to, and deviation from, previous concert doc trailers. As we gear up for the film's Valentine's Day release, it's time to size up the "Never Say Never" trailer in the context of what's come before it.
"Michael Jackson's This Is It"
At least in terms of its box-office draw, MJ's posthumous, $261 million-grossing flick is the concert doc against which all others must be measured. The trailers for "This Is It" and "Never Say Never" both feature some epic zooming title cards, lots of acrobatic dancers, crews saying nice things about the stars and an emphasis on attaining your dreams.
Yet, seeing as how MJ passed away last summer and Bieber's just getting started, the two trailers take markedly different approaches to telling the stories of those dreams. MJ's trailer feels like a look back at the final act in an iconic, if controversial, superstar's life. Bieber's trailer is more about establishing a young star's legacy.
"Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert"
Cyrus' approach to her trailer couldn't be more different than Bieber's. The Disney star starts off talking directly to the camera, hyping the upcoming movie and highlighting the presence of the Jonas Brothers. It's a much more in-your-face marketing approach, and one that feels dated just a few years later. Still, Bieber probably wouldn't complain about equaling Cyrus' $30 million opening weekend.
"Madonna: Truth or Dare
OK, you know what's even further away from Bieber's trailer in tone and content than Cyrus'? Madonna's! She wonders if a guy she likes just wants to sleep with her and if she'll be able to pull off an in-concert masturbation scene. And then there's the whole cone-bra bustier thing. There is, however, at least one point of similarity: the Queen of Pop's opening lines, when she talks about being in the spotlight, being worshiped by fans, and having lots and lots of money. Sounds a lot like Bieber's life at the moment, no?
"Shine a Light"
While "Shine a Light" is a documentary about a Rolling Stones concert, director Martin Scorsese plays almost as big a role in the trailer as Mick Jagger. "Never Say Never" helmer Jon Chu, alas, is never seen in Bieber's trailer. That's probably for the best. But like the "Never Say Never" trailer, "Shine a Light" employs the use of archival footage to put the current-day concert in context and showcases the artists doing what they do best: rocking out.
"Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience"
Screaming fans? Check. Massive stage productions? Check. Behind-the-scenes peeks at your idols? Check. There's even Joe Jonas tooling around on a Segway, just like Bieber. Yep, of all the concert movie trailers we surveyed, the JoBros' is the most similar to "Never Say Never." Let's just hope Bieber's movie does a little better at the box office. The brothers' 3-D flick made a paltry $19 million domestically.
Are you excited about Justin Bieber's concert documentary? Tell us in the comments!
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Britney Spears Tweets About 'Glee' Tribute Episode
'I loved it!' writes the pop star, who also thanked fans and shared her thoughts on the show's covers.
By James Dinh
Britney Spears and Heather Morris on the set of "Glee"
Photo: FOX
Britney Spears fans are a force to be reckoned with. Earlier this year, they campaigned for an episode of "Glee" to be dedicated solely to their favorite pop princess. And after much anticipation, on Tuesday night the students of McKinley High shimmied, crooned and danced their way in tribute to the entertainer. The singer took to Twitter to thank her fans for their efforts and shared her thoughts on the program, titled "Britney/Brittany," and its covers of her songs.
"I loved it! Thank you guys SO much for making this happen!" Britney tweeted. In particular, the star seemed to enjoy the renditions of her classic tunes, saying, "I love this version of Stronger. Artie did a great job," and "The GLEE version of Toxic is amazing!"
While some of the McKinley High students — including Cheerio cheerleader Brittany S. Pearce (played by Heather Morris) — went into anesthesia--induced dream sequences to channel their inner Britney, Spears herself emerged throughout the episode's hallucinogenic fantasies. Appearing as Madonna's character at the end of "Me Against the Music," a high-school teacher in "... Baby One More Time" and a fellow cheerleader, the singer remained a source of inspiration for the Gleekers.
Spears gave kudos to co-star Morris, saying, "Awww Heather Morris is sooo cute! Brittany S Pearce. Ha! She was so fun to work with and was really sweet in person."
The singer not only applauded Morris' friendliness, but also her rendition of "I'm a Slave 4 U." She wrote of the sultry production, "Slave: Oh ... My ... God ...! Those little boys are SO cute! I know how hard it is to dance with that snake! Nice job." The pop star also was surprised at how well the show re-created the music video set of her 2003 Madonna duet, "Me Against the Music," pointing out that it "looks just like the original," and adding, "Santana does a great Madonna impression."
As the students walked Spears through memory lane, Lea Michele's cover of "... Baby One More Time" also had the singer reminiscing. "Watching Baby brings back so many memories! Feels like yesterday," she explained.
John Stamos also made a guest appearance in the episode, as the dentist who sends the Gleeks into Britney world. Spears made it clear that the 47-year-old actor looks as good as he did during his heyday. "John Stamos is still hot! He looks the same as he did on Full House," she tweeted.
As with many "Glee" fans, Britney found a pleasantly odd interest in Jane Lynch, who plays the aggressive cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester, describing the actress as "hilarious and scary all rolled into one."
Spears wasn't the only one who enjoyed filming the tribute episode — the "Glee" castmembers recently dished on working with the star. Morris told Australian magazine TV Week that the singer was her childhood inspiration. "She was my idol from, like, age 12 to 16," she said. "I sang to her [songs] in my living room and danced to her — I learned all her moves. And I had my talent shows and I lip-synched to her. I just kept flashing back to growing up and being obsessed with her."
Naya Rivera, who plays Santana, also spoke highly of the pop icon. "I love Britney Spears. I mean, who doesn't? We all grew up with her," she proclaimed in a promo video for the show. "The first music purchase I ever made was '... Baby One More Time' on cassette. [It was like], 'Britney Spears is going to be in my mitts, what do I do?' [And I was like], 'Hi Britney!' And then she was like, 'Hey!' She was awesome and beautiful. She was, like, magical."
What did you think of the Britney-themed episode? Sound off in the comments!
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Liam Neeson Brings 'Gravity' To 'Hangover 2,' Director Says
Plus: 'Hangover' breakout star Ken Jeong is 'just happy' he's involved in the sequel.
By Kara Warner
Todd Phillips
Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images
With all the talk surrounding "Hangover 2" — specifically Mel Gibson's heavily hyped cameo being scrapped/ switched to Liam Neeson due to alleged disgruntled reactions from Zach Galifianakis and the rest of the cast — what we're really missing are details about the plot.
Here's what we know so far: The film is being shot in L.A. and Thailand, with the boys (Bradley Cooper, Galifianakis, Ed Helms, Justin Bartha) headed to the Far East on some sort of all-dude excursion.
When we caught up with director Todd Phillips and breakout star Ken Jeong at the premiere of "Due Date," we asked them for a few sequel teases. What takes the boys to Thailand?
"A plane," Phillips answered cheekily, indicating he wouldn't be divulging any secrets at all.
And how did Phillips choose Neeson for the cameo? "There's a lot of people [we considered]," he said. "He has gravity. Liam brings a sense of gravity. But, you know, it's a cameo, and we don't like to talk about it, because it's [supposed to be] a surprise and now it's ... I don't like to justify it."
As for Jeong, we tried our best to find out what his zany character might be up to as well.
"No comment!" he exclaimed. "I'm just happy that I'm in it. For me, this is not predestined to happen so I'm just so happy I'm involved in any moment. Anything Todd asked me to do, I would do. Anything."
What do you think of all the "Hangover 2" talk? Will it be as good as the first film? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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Stone Temple Pilots Reunited In Hopes Of Opening For Led Zeppelin, Bassist Says
'If time allows, there will definitely be new music,' Robert DeLeo adds of STP's future.
By Chris Harris
Stone Temple Pilots' Robert DeLeo and Scott Weiland
Photo: Charley Gallay/ Getty Images
There are a number of reasons why Stone Temple Pilots decided to reunite after nearly five years apart — some are obvious, and others, not so much.
Of course, the financial windfall of reviving the grunge stalwarts for an extensive U.S. tour was too good to pass up, and bassist Robert DeLeo readily admits as much. And then there are the fans, the ones who had been with STP since the very beginning as well as those who discovered the band only after it first split back in 2003 and who, woefully, have yet to catch the Pilots live.
On a more personal level, though, Stone Temple Pilots' resurrection was purely selfish, and very much an anticipatory (not to mention optimistic) move on the band's part: If, after the months and months of rumors and denials, there ever is a full-on Led Zeppelin reunion tour, STP wanted to be ready to offer their services as an opening act.
"Believe me, that was one of the reasons," laughed DeLeo. "We thought, 'We should get together now, in case Zeppelin does tour.' I'm serious, man. That would be one hell of a bill: STP and Led Zeppelin. I mean, we could play a doghouse, out in the middle of the ocean, and if I got to play with Zeppelin, that would be a highlight of my life."
Yes, DeLeo — and the rest of the band — had several reservations about raising STP from the dead — a feat DeLeo jokingly referred to as "Mission Impossible." For the band's members, the idea of regrouping was terrifying at first, but with time, the boys settled their differences and tried to think positive.
"For me, it was about putting down some of the things that I was used to getting bitten by," explained the bassist — who, with guitar-playing brother Dean DeLeo, has been collaborating with Peter Frampton on material for his next LP. "After you get bitten, it's hard to go back. I wanted to go into this with an open frame of mind and a positive attitude and just have fun with it. We should have fun with it, which God knows we didn't always have with our career when we were younger. If that's all I can say, and that's what I can get out of this reunion, great.
"I think I speak for all of us when I say there's a lot of unfinished business that we didn't get around to the first go," he continued. "Enough time has gone by, and it feels really good to be back. I don't really want to put too much thought into how it feels — I'm just kind of going with it and keeping a good positive attitude about it. I just needed to get over the things that we all needed to get over, and that's been working so far. If everyone shows up and does this thing, I think it's going to be really amazing."
DeLeo claims that during recent rehearsals, STP were "sounding as good as ever," and he credits sobriety as part of the reason the band's in tip-top shape.
"My brother's going on four years of sobriety," he said. "We have a lot more clarity in the band now, and I think with clarity comes appreciation. I saw that the other night, when we played [a secret gig in Los Angeles]. I saw it in my eyes, and in the eyes of the rest of the band. There's a lot more rock in this band now."
As for an STP record, DeLeo is not 100 percent sure that's going to happen. The goal for STP over the next few weeks, he said, is to reacquaint themselves with their songbook and prepare for their return to the road. Once the band is back in that mindset, the bassist said new STP material is very possible.
"I've always got stuff written, and there's always a long list of songs that are always there — it's a matter of timing," DeLeo said. "If time allows, there will definitely be new music. I think it would be silly not to release new music. I'd like to believe we still have a writing relationship, but the first step is getting reacquainted with what we know."
While STP were on hiatus, frontman Scott Weiland teamed up with Velvet Revolver, and the DeLeo brothers joined forces with Filter's Richard Patrick for Army of Anyone — who are now on hiatus after releasing a poorly received self-titled LP. Does DeLeo foresee an AOA reunion somewhere down the line?
"You never know," he said. "It's just like STP — I didn't know if I was going to return. Whether we get back together and do anything, I think we made a great record, bottom line. That's all that matters to me. If we make another one, I want to make sure it's great, and that applies to STP and anything I do. But I was pretty heartbroken over [the feeble response to AOA's album]."
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Declan Sullivan: Notre Dame Student Dies ? Investigation Underway
Declan Sullivan, a 20-year-old Notre Dame student reportedly died while attempting to film football practice for the Fighting Irish. Before his death he made a startling revelation via Twitter. Read more below.
Declan Sullivan was positioned high on a hydraulic camera tower yesterday to capture footage of football practice, as the result of raging gusts [...]
Declan Sullivan was positioned high on a hydraulic camera tower yesterday to capture footage of football practice, as the result of raging gusts [...]
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Does Lady Gaga Guest Star On Rihanna's Loud?
Image of forthcoming album's back cover allegedly leaks online, contains collaboration called "Broken Heels."
By James Montgomery
Lady Gaga
Photo: Chris Gordon/ WireImage
Separately, Rihanna and Lady Gaga have tallied more #1s on the Billboard Pop Songs chart than any other artists, so you can probably imagine what would happen if they were ever to team up on a track.
Well, forget about the imagine part. From the looks of things, RiRi and Gaga are joining forces on Rihanna's upcoming album Loud.
This is according to what appears to be the official track listing for Loud, which was revealed in a scan of its back cover that began making the rounds Wednesday (October 13).
That track listing contains a song called "Broken Heels," on which Gaga is featured. Other cameos on the album include Rihanna's almost-tourmate Nicki Minaj (on a track called "Raining Men"), will.i.am ("Bubble Pop") and — confirming earlier reports — Drake, who guests on "What's My Name?"
It's all very exciting. But is any of it actually real? Well, it bears noting that all of the tracks mentioned in Just Jared's early review of the album ("S&M," "Cheers," "Man Down," "California King (Bed)," "Fading Away" and "Raining Men") do show up on the back cover in question ... but it also bears noting that the ballad "Straight Up Beautiful," which Rihanna herself mentioned just last week, does not.
Fans will have to wait until November 16, when Loud hits stores, to find out for sure. At press time, a spokesperson for Rihanna had not responded to MTV News' request for comment on the Gaga collaboration.
Are you excited about the possibility of Rihanna collaborating with Lady Gaga? Let us know in the comments!
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Usher - OMG
- Artist: Usher
- Label: LaFace Records, JLG
- Director: Anthony Mandler
- Album: Raymond V Raymond
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Best Name For A Wireless Network
Prevents that awkward talk with your neighbor in the hallway.
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Michael Jackson's Mom Sues Concert Promoter AEG Live
Lawsuit allegedly filed by pop star's mother claims AEG Live neglected his medical care, according to an online report.
By Kara Warner
Michael Jackson
Photo: Getty Images
The litigation that has surrounded the tragedy of Michael Jackson's untimely death continues. Katherine Jackson, on behalf of and along with Michael Jackson's children, has filed suit against AEG Live, the promoter for the late superstar's 50-date concert residency. Jackson's mother charges the company breached its contractual agreement to provide medical care for her son and argues they were negligent in hiring controversial doctorConrad Murray.
According to TMZ, Katherine's filing claims AEG's contract with Michael "created a legal duty for AEG to act reasonably toward the physical well-being of Michael Jackson." The website also points out that the lawsuit lists Katherine Jackson as a Guardian ad Litem, or legal representative, for Michael's three children, which Katherine is not. Jackson's mother is in fact only the trio's guardian.
The gossip site suggests that the mistake, along with the fact that Katherine's reps know nothing about the lawsuit, suggests she is not actively involved in this case.
In other MJ-related lawsuit news, Conrad Murray's attorneys asked a federal judge on Wednesday (September 15) to dismiss the wrongful death lawsuit filed by the singer's father, Joe Jackson, because he is not a beneficiary of the late singer's estate. The Associated Press reported that Murray's lawyers equated Joe's lawsuit to a "press-release that is intended to prejudice and inflame the jury pool and the public." The motion will reportedly be considered by a federal judge during a hearing scheduled for Oct. 18.
Joe Jackson sued Murray on June 25, the one-year anniversary of his son's death in 2009 at age 50. His lawsuit claimed the doctor withheld vital information about Jackson's medical history — including a list of all the drugs he had administered to his patient — from paramedics who responded to a 911 call, as well as to doctors at UCLA Medical Center who attempted to revive the singer. At the autopsy for Jackson, the complaint also alleges that Murray "said nothing" about having administered the surgical anesthetic propofol, which the coroner concluded caused Jackson's death. The lawsuit seeks more than $75,000 in damages.
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Michael Jackson 'Thriller' Movie In The Works
MJ choreographer and 'This Is It' director Kenny Ortega rumored to be helming the big-screen adaptation.
By Gil Kaufman
Michael Jackson in "Thriller"
Photo: Epic Records
Just in time for Halloween comes a report that former Michael Jackson choreographer Kenny Ortega is in talks to direct a big-screen version of "Thriller," the late pop star's groundbreaking music video.
According to a report on Deadline Hollywood, GK Films, the production company from Academy Award-winning producer Graham King ("The Tourist," "The Rum Diary"), is in "active" negotiations to put together a deal to bring the landmark 1983 mini-movie to the big screen. "This Is It" and "High School Musical" director Ortega is attached to direct the $50 million project with a script from "The Hangover" screenwriter Jeremy Garelick.
The project hinges on an OK from the Jackson estate, and a spokesperson for the estate said no confirmation was currently available on the project; representatives for Garelick, Ortega and GK had not returned requests for comment at press time.
The original 14-minute clip was directed by veteran filmmaker John Landis ("Trading Places," "The Blues Brothers"), who is currently involved in a royalties dispute with the Jackson estate over proceeds from the best-selling video of all time. "Thriller" set a new high-water mark for the art of video-making at the time and is still widely considered to be among the greatest efforts ever in the medium, one that continues to influence generations of artists.
The latest to take a swing at "Thriller" is Kanye West, who has said his 35-minute art film "Runaway" drew inspiration from the video, including a nod to MJ in a scene featuring a giant papier-mâché likeness of the King of Pop.
No details were available about the plot, but Deadline reported that it might follow the ghouly song's "folklore" and possibly include a story line involving the late narrator of the song, film actor Vincent Price, and the town in which he grew up.
As noted on MTV's Movies Blog, a "Thriller" movie helmed by Ortega wouldn't be entirely surprising. Though Ortega has roots in music-based projects and is best known as a choreographer ("Dirty Dancing," "Newsies"), his directing credits include the Halloween-themed 1993 witch tale "Hocus Pocus," starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and a young Thora Birch.
What do you think of plans to make the "Thriller" video into a movie? Tell us in the comments!
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Thursday, October 28, 2010
Tracy Young Stands by Kim Zolciak Pregnancy Story
Mariah Carey confirmed her pregnancy today.
Tracy Young is waiting for Kim Zolciak to do the same.
In response to Young telling Star that her ex-girlfriend is pregnant with Kroy Biermann's child, Zolciack Tweeted yesterday that the rumor is "hilarious." Not exactly a denial, but not an admission, either.
Tracy Young claims this is photographic evidence that Kim Zolciak is knocked up. Are you buying it?
Now, Young has spoken out again, telling the tabloid:
"While I was staying at her house in Atlanta, I watched Kim do numerous pregnancy tests all of which came back positive... For her to deny it is ridiculous, but it doesn't surprise me in the least. It's typical Kim with an agenda. Who knows what that is. Maybe her own show?"
Despite sounding bitter, Young has a final message for her ex:
"I wish her and her growing family all the best."
Source: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2010/10/tracy-young-stands-by-kim-zolciak-pregnancy-story/
Conan O?Brien Does ?Rolling Stone? Magazine
Late night talk show host and all around funnyman Conan O’Brien, whose new TBS talk show Conan will premiere in just a few short weeks, is featured on the cover and in the pages of the new issue Rolling Stone magazine. In his coverstory interview, Conan opens up about the depression he felt in the [...]
Source: http://www.pinkisthenewblog.com/2010/10/conan-obrien-does-rolling-stone-magazine/
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Mariah Carey Confirms She's Pregnant
'Yes, we are pregnant,' the singer said on the 'Today' show.
By Jocelyn Vena
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After, well, years of speculation, with the gossip reaching a fevered pitch the last few months, Mariah Carey confirmed that she is pregnant on the "Today" show Thursday morning (October 28).
"Well, we're here in New York; yes, we are pregnant," the 41-year-old singer said during a pre-taped interview segment with "Access Hollywood" host Billy Bush. "This is true."
Carey opened up about her struggle to get pregnant, but kept many of the details about her pregnancy shrouded in mystery in order to maintain some privacy. "I'm actually dealing with this, and it's been a long journey but it's been tough," she explained. "Well, it's still early. We're expecting in the spring."
The singer added that she and husband Nick Cannon wanted to tread lightly when it came to the pregnancy because she she suffered a miscarriage two years ago. "Actually, it was it was difficult. It really was," she said. "[When I had the miscarriage,] it was really sad. We had really to absorb this and take it in."
Cannon joined his wife during the interview. "It's absolutely emotional, but for so many reasons," he said. "The greatest gift on earth is a child."
The latest rumors of Carey's pregnancy began circulating when she dropped out of Tyler Perry's flick "For Colored Girls ..." back in May. Carey hasn't said much about the speculation, but Cannon has acted as her mouthpiece, usually dancing around the question when asked.
In August, Carey did blog about the rumors, writing, "I appreciate everyone's well wishes. But I am very superstitious," she wrote on her website. "When the time is right, everyone will know — even Cindi Berger [my publicist]."
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Jake Gyllenhaal Goes Apple Picking With Taylor Swift
Word starting going around this week that our dear Jake Gyllenhaal was spotted in the close company of singer Taylor Swift over the weekend (on an apple picking excursion … gag!) and rumor started going around that the pair were the hot new couple. I did my best to compose myself after hearing this news [...]
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Justin Bieber Wants To Judge 'X Factor,' Simon Cowell Says
'[Justin] put himself forward to judge some of the episodes,' Cowell revealed to 'Extra.'
By Jocelyn Vena
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Justin Bieber is a pretty busy guy. But, according to U.S. "X Factor" mastermind Simon Cowell, the teen sensation is interested in making time in his schedule to get involved with the upcoming TV show.
"[Justin] put himself forward to judge some of the episodes," Cowell Cowell told "Extra." "We had a phone call from someone on the weekend, someone very well known who out of the blue wanted to be a judge on the show. Literally out of the blue, and it's one of the most famous singers in the world."
There have been a number of rumors about who might join the U.S. edition of the popular U.K. talent showcase. Everyone from Nicole Scherzinger to Cheryl Cole to former "American Idol" mainstay Paula Abdul have been rumored as possible judges for the program, set to premiere in September 2011. But Cowell has made it clear that nothing is confirmed ... yet.
"Genuinely, nobody has been booked for the show. The only person that's been booked is me," he explained recently to Deadline London. "With the American show, just think blank sheet of paper. Don't make any promises, don't make any predictions. Go in with a blank sheet of paper right now. I can feel a change in the air. While everybody's going left, we're going to be going right."
As for the original U.K. version of the show, Cowell told "Extra" that he was surprised at how popular it still is back in his homeland. "We had the highest figures we'd ever had," he shared. "And after seven years I thought everyone would get fed up with it, but it is one of those shows people love here."
Who would you like to see as an "X Factor" judge? Tell us in the comments.
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Mary J. Blige Dishes On Her 'Crazy' Led Zeppelin Covers
'I've listened to their music since I was a child,' says the R&B diva, who recorded 'Stairway to Heaven' and 'Whole Lotta Love.'
By James Montgomery, with reporting by Larry Carroll
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Photo: MTV News
You wouldn't peg Mary J Blige as the black-light-and-tapestry sort, but, as has become readily apparent in recent weeks, she absolutely loves Led Zeppelin.
In early February, reports began circulating that Blige had re-recorded Zeppelin's classic "Stairway to Heaven," working with Travis Barker, "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson and guitarist Steve Vai on the track, which is slated to appear on the international reissue of her Stronger With Each Tear album, due Monday.
But after she had recorded "Stairway," Blige continued to get the Led out, covering another Zeppelin classic — the thunderous "Whole Lotta Love" — for the album too. And when MTV News caught up with her on the Essence Black Women in Hollywood red carpet, she told us all about channeling her inner Robert Plant for the tracks, a process that came much easier than you'd probably imagine.
"I did Led Zeppelin's 'Stairway to Heaven' and 'Whole Lotta Love' — it's crazy," she said. "I am a Led Zeppelin fan. I'm not going to say I've been to their concerts, but I've listened to their music since I was a child, and it's always moved me, especially 'Stairway to Heaven,' and 'Whole Lotta Love' is just fun."
Blige also said she recorded another new song — a "club record" called "I Can't Wait" — for the re-release. And while it's only slated to hit shelves outside the U.S., she hopes her fans will get a chance to hear all the new songs pretty soon.
"I want y'all to hear it," she laughed.
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'Cast in Metal: Airbourne Frontman Joel O'Keefe
If AC/DC aren't cranking out albums fast enough for you and Rhino Bucket don't get your engine revin,' then check out the new Airbourne album 'No Guts, No Glory.' The second disc by these Aussie/DC obsessives is a feast of sleazy, slammin' rhythms, jagged flesh-cleaving guitars and howled melodic vocals that sound like Angus-and-company on [...]
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John Stewart's Rally, 'The Walking Dead' And 'Rocky Horror' On 'Glee' In Today's Twitter-Wood
Michael Ian Black refuses to perform at John Stewart's Rally to Restore Sanity this week, but he's got a good reason, and if you've been following his Twitter account you know what that is.
Meanwhile, the NBA tweets have been in full swing with the new season officially kicked off. Danny Pudi was all about it [...]
Meanwhile, the NBA tweets have been in full swing with the new season officially kicked off. Danny Pudi was all about it [...]
Usher Promises An 'Incredible Tour'
'Incredible records go with incredible tours,' he tells MTV News of his string of hits.
By Hillary Crosley
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Don't call it a comeback, but following a tumultuous 2009 that included a messy divorce, Usher could describe the past 12 months as his climb back to the top. Now, he's celebrating with a national tour.
"Been hard at work getting ready for this tour ... Man, ya'll are really in for a treat," the singer tweeted Monday. "I'm on. Twits back up."
Recently, MTV News caught up with Ursh about his upcoming national run.
"The tour starts November 13 in Seattle," Usher said. "[Producer] Max Martin made an incredible record with 'DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love,' but what would I expect: less? He's one of the best."
Racking up several hits on the Billboard chart this year, including "OMG" featuring will.i.am, his current single checks in at #5 on the Hot 100, and Usher couldn't be happier.
"[I'm] loving it. Just in time for an incredible tour," Usher said during a recent visit to New York. "I took a step away from L.A. tonight. My dancers and crew are real hot with me right now."
Earlier this week, the singer was nominated for four Soul Train Awards, along with Alicia Keys. Usher is up for Best R&B/Soul Artist Male, Song of the Year, Album of the Year and Best Dance Performance.
The singer was confident that his upcoming run will be memorable. "The tour's gonna be incredible," Usher said. "Incredible records go with incredible tours."
Will you check out Usher's tour? Let us know in the comments!
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Heidi Klum Shows Off Her Hallowe?en Costume For 2010
We are still about 4 days away from Hallowe’en but Heidi Klum just cannot wait any longer to show off the costume she’ll be rockin’ this year at her annual All Hallows? Eve Celebration party. As you may know, Heidi always goes all out when she dresses for Hallowe’en … and this year is no [...]
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Most Unnecessary Video Game Ever
Throughout the years, Nintendo has been the platform for some of the most memorable video game characters in history, including Super Mario, Link, and Donkey Kong.
Now, with Zoo Games' DS game Silly Bandz, we'll have some new characters to add to that list, including rabbit, dinosaur, and turtle!
We're REALLY not sure how badly the [...]
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Alicia Keys Says Son Egypt Inspiring New Music
'I feel a song coming on,' singer blogs after gushing about newborn with husband Swizz Beatz.
By Mawuse Ziegbe
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It looks like motherhood has already inspired Alicia Keys, who gave birth to her son, Egypt, earlier this month.
The Grammy-winning singer took to her blog on Tuesday to extol the joys of being a mom and hinted that some new music could be inspired by her growing family, in a post titled "I Feel a Song Coming On."
"Every moment is beautiful; delicious even! Every moment I'm learning and living in a way I never have before. Being present in a way I never have before. Existing in moments I never have before," Keys wrote. "Never have I felt so calm, so purposeful in taking the time to truly observe the world around me, to live in it fully and watch it, discuss it, put time toward it. It feels really incredible — so peaceful, so complete and long overdue."
The songstress, who got hitched to super-producer Swizz Beatz over the summer, typed about how motherhood made her feel, saying, "I'm grown, I'm confident, I'm secure, and so blessed to be these things."
While she didn't mention her firstborn child with Beatz specifically, she seemed incredibly moved by even the minutiae of the couple's infant.
"I'm most enamored with anatomy at this point. The miracle of the human body. The ability to create all these small amazing machines of veins, capillaries, digestive systems, eyes, ears and noses," she wrote. "I can spend HOURS looking at one little EAR! Have u ever noticed how complex just an ear is? A tiny maze of art. It may sound silly but it's so true. Or a heartbeat? Everyday we wake up and in some way, take for granted the fact that this beautiful pulsating organ in our body is the reason, and yet now that's all I can think of."
Keys continued the gushfest, writing, "I've never seen a more beautiful face in my LIFE! The most perfect eyes and beautiful nose, the sweetest lips and skin so soft and kissable!"
The songbird closed the missive suggesting that Egypt may inspire some new music from the chart-topping star. "I've never believed in greatness and the never-ending Higher Power more than now! And I can't believe he's mine!" she typed. "Oooh! I feel a song coming on ..."
Are you curious to hear what Alicia's music will sound like after the birth of her son? Let us know in the comments!
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Britney Spears' 'Me Against The Music': 'Glee' Vs. The Original
Watch Brittany and Santana's version side-by-side with Britney and Madonna's.
By Jocelyn Vena
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Heather Morris, who plays hilariously ditzy cheerleader Brittany on "Glee," got to channel her sort-of namesake on Tuesday night's "Britney/Brittany" episode. And the professional-dancer-turned-actress didn't disappoint as she re-enacted Spears' videos for "Toxic," "Slave 4 U" and "Me Against the Music." She tackled all of them with her spectacular dance skills and a pretty killer singing voice.
The anesthesia-induced dream sequences followed one of Brittany's stellar reveals: "My name is also Britney Spears. Brittany S. Pierce. I've lived my entire life in Britney Spears' shadow." Well, on Tuesday night she stepped out of her shadow.
Of all the video reinterpretations in the episode, the Madonna/Britney team-up, which saw Santana playing Madge and Brittany playing you guessed it, paid homage to the original 2003 video, directed by Paul Hunter. Aside from a few artistic tweaks in the "Glee" version's choreography, Morris and company do the original justice.
"The 'Me Against the Music' montage, it's literally copied exactly from the video, the shots and looks, but the choreography is made so much more for a dancer — none of it is from the video," Morris told New York magazine about the "Glee" version. "You just have to wait to see it. It's insane."
Hunter spoke to MTV News last year about his original concept for Britney's "Music" video. "I try to play opposites, when you have Britney in dark and Madonna in white," he said. "And then we see them kind of dance around the bed .. and you think they're gonna get on top of each other and do something crazy."
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