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Britney Spears Boyfriend's 'Criminal' Role 'A Challenge'
Chris Marrs Piliero opens up to MTV News about working with non-actor Jason Trawick in new video.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Vanessa White Wolf
Jason Trawick and Britney Spears in "Criminal"
Photo: Jive
Britney Spears certainly had everyone talking when she dropped her steamy "Criminal" video. Sure, fans were talking about the sex and gunplay, but they were also going bananas over the appearance of Brit's real-life boyfriend, Jason Trawick, who plays her criminally handsome beau in the clip.
The idea to include Trawick in the video was all Britney's, but director Chris Marrs Piliero wasn't sure he was so into it. "When she first hit me up, she had a basic story in mind, and she actually always originally planned to have Jason, her boyfriend, play the role, and I wasn't super stoked on that idea at first, actually," he told MTV News.
Most of his reservations were because Trawick isn't a professional actor and he wasn't sure his rookie acting skills would translate well in the mini-movie. "I wanted to make a really rad, epic video, and I definitely got the sense from her she wanted something really cool," he explained. "And in my mind, I was just thinking then, 'We really should not be using your boyfriend; we should get an actor.' So, I mean, I didn't say that, but in the back of my mind, I'm like, 'I don't like this idea at all.' "
Trawick and his abs, however, managed to impress Piliero — and Britney loyalists everywhere. "At the end of the day, Jason killed it. That was one of those things I was really stoked [about], as much as I went into it like, 'Wow, he's not an actor. This is going to be interesting,' but I really do like a challenge, and I really do like the idea that I'm a director and my job is to direct and get the performance. For me, it was a fun challenge to be like, 'I'm gonna make sure that you are awesome,' and he was."
Piliero also worked with Spears on her video for "I Wanna Go," and he was once again dazzled by her sassy acting skills. "Of course, Britney was rad," he said. "She does a good job at nailing and doing the little acting thing. She's cool at it."
What did you think of the "Criminal" video? Share your reviews in the comments!
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
'Breaking Dawn' Is 'Extreme,' Robert Pattinson Says
'There's definitely a version of this movie that's a hard-R rating, possibly even NC-17,' he says during 'MTV First.'
By Kevin P. Sullivan, with reporting by Josh Horowitz
Robert Pattinson
Photo: MTV News
"Breaking Dawn" and its infamous birth scene have become synonymous at this point, and it's almost impossible to discuss the book or the upcoming film without touching on it.
Naturally, it was a point of conversation during "MTV First: Breaking Dawn" with Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner. After an exclusive clip from the film premiered on MTV, the cast took a chance to answer some fan questions, and it wasn't long before the birth scene came up in conversation.
For Pattinson in particular, filming the scene was a mixed bag. He told MTV News' Josh Horowitz that filming was "equal parts [silly and bizarre]. There were some moments that were so incredibly extreme, and there's definitely a version of this movie that's a hard-R rating, possibly even NC-17."
Stewart agreed and touched on recent news reports that an early cut of the film received an R rating. "I think it's been talked about. We got an R rating for a few things that needed to be toned down, so we are at the cusp," Stewart said. "We really did push it as far as it goes."
Filming "Breaking Dawn - Part 1" wasn't all gruesome scenes of vampire children bursting out of the womb. Pattinson said that despite the seriousness of some scenes, others had him busting a gut with laughter. "There were some scenes that were some of the funniest things I've had to do in this entire series, like, crying with laughter," Pattinson said.
Lautner had a scene of his own that, while not quite as intense as the birth scene, definitely had an effect on the actor. When Horowitz asked about the imprinting scene between Jacob and Renesmee, Lautner offered a quick "Don't even go there," and went on to describe the scene as difficult. "I'm really happy with how it turned out, but on the day, it was tough. I literally had an X on a wall, and I had to look at this X and imprint," Lautner said.
Stick with MTV News for much more from our exclusive Q&A with Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner!
Check out everything we've got on "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1."
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Usher Says New 'Rev Pop' Project Is A 'Movement'
Singer teases his new project by pointing to past hits like 'Yeah!' and 'OMG.'
By James Montgomery
Usher
Photo: MTV News
With the success of songs like "DJ Got Us Fallin' in Love," "Hot Tottie" and "OMG," Usher had himself a fairly massive 2010. But rather than rest on his laurels, he's looking to build on his big year, not with an album, but with a "movement."
It's something he's calling "Rev Pop" — or, simply, "Rev" — and though he's already teased his idea in a video with David Guetta (Akon is also involved), he has yet to speak in full about it. So when MTV News caught up with Ush before the 53rd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles at the (Belvedere) RED launch party, we asked him about his next musical endeavor. And though he didn't reveal much, he did let it be known that "Rev" isn't exactly something new. In fact, he's been doing it for a while now.
"I'll give it to you this way: At a later date, I'll tell you more about Rev Pop, but if I were to give you a flash: I've done it before, I did it with 'Yeah!' " he said, "taking a cultural experience, and also worldwide recognition of a feeling, and putting the soul in the middle of it. Not allowing it to shift heavily to R&B genre, or pop. I did it again with 'OMG,' once again putting the soul in the middle of it, which was an electric-pop experience, with the soul.
"It's bringing those elements together to tell a story, that was born here," he said, gesturing toward his heart, "And that's what Rev Pop is. There's more, I mean, I could really elaborate, but that's just what I'm going to tell you right now. 'Rev' is what it's called ... the movement is called Rev."
Usher wouldn't say just when his fans would be getting their first taste of Rev, but whenever they do, it sounds like they're going to be impressed ... if not a little shocked.
"Stay alive," he smiled, "Because you're definitely going to be in for a surprise."
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MTV's 'True Life' Hits NYC's Zuccotti Park Tomorrow
Special airs Saturday at 6 p.m. ET; Also, activist Davey D gives MTV News an inside look at the fiery Occupy Oakland protests.
By Uptin Saiidi
Bryan in "True Life: I'm Occupying Wall Street"
In the weeks since Americans fed up with the status quo hit New York's Zuccotti Park to protest issues like economic inequality and social injustice, the movement has spread around the globe. On Saturday at 6 p.m. ET, MTV's special "True Life: I'm Occupying Wall Street" will introduce viewers to a handful of the young demonstrators trying to bring about change.
But if there's another U.S. city that has taken to the spirit of the Occupy protests to the next level, it's surely Oakland, California. In downtown Oakland, about 7,000 activists turned out on Wednesday for a general strike, which led to arrests and business shutdowns; the nation's fifth largest port was even forced to close.
Activist and journalist Davey D, an associate of MTV News correspondent and Oakland native Sway Calloway, has been covering the events since they first started. He told us that Wednesday's events made a major statement.
"Shutting down the port of Oakland is a huge thing that hasn't happened in decades and hasn't happened in Oakland in over 65 years," Davey said. "It makes $8 million a day and the money goes toward the 1 percent. It's a tangible movement — each day you shut down something, it delays things."
The Occupy movements are being driven largely by young Americans at a time when the unemployment rate among youths under 25 is 18 percent compared to the national rate of 9 percent. In a recent MTV survey of young adults (ages 18 to 29), 72 percent said they were afraid they might not live up to their potential, while nearly three-quarters of people agreed with the statement, "things are unfair for my generation because we have to start our careers during this economic crisis."
MTV's special "True Life" episode follows a few supporters who fit that description, including Bryan, a high school grad from Massachusetts who doesn't see the long-term benefit of attending college when there are few jobs to had post-graduation. When viewers meet him, he's working to get Zuccotti Park clean after word comes down that the private park's owners want to temporarily evict the protestors in order to fix up the property themselves. Panic spreads as Occupiers fear the eviction will be permanent. College students Kait and Caitlin, who are so nervous about not being able to find a job that they've recruited friends into the rally, are also featured.
MTV's 'True Life: I'm Occupying Wall Street' airs November 5 at 6 p.m. ET.
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Lindsay Lohan CRASHED The J. Edgar After-Party!
Remember how baffled we were when Lindsay Lohan somehow slithered her way into the J. Edgar premiere's after-party at the Hotel Roosevelt?
Well, apparently we weren't alone - because she wasn't supposed to be there, and her desperation to get back into the industry's good graces not only caused a scene, but made the real A-listers [...]
Well, apparently we weren't alone - because she wasn't supposed to be there, and her desperation to get back into the industry's good graces not only caused a scene, but made the real A-listers [...]
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Lady Gaga, Bono, Usher To Headline Bill Clinton Foundation Fundraiser
October 15 show will be streamed live over the Internet.
By Gil Kaufman
Lady Gaga
Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images
Even a dozen years removed from the White House, former president Bill Clinton still has that same superstar-attracting aura. That might explain why such bright lights as Lady Gaga, Bono and The Edge of U2, and Usher have signed on to perform at an October 15 party for Clinton at the Hollywood Bowl.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, details on the final list of performers and presenters are still being worked on, but an impressive list of movie and TV personalities are expected to sign on for the event, which is being billed as a celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Clinton's nonprofit William J. Clinton Foundation.
To date, the foundation has raised more than $10 billion for some of the ex-president's most cherished causes, including HIV/AIDS treatment, economic empowerment, food aid and global health initiatives. The show, which will also serve as a birthday party celebration for the former Democratic leader (who turned 65 on August 19), will be broadcast exclusively by Yahoo, which will stream "A Decade of Difference: A Concert Celebrating 10 Years of the William J. Clinton Foundation" worldwide to a potential audience of millions.
Clinton continues to travel the world doing good works, though he turned his attention homeward over the weekend when he participated in the 10th anniversary ceremonies of the September 11 terror attacks. He announced on Sunday that he will team with Republican House Speaker John Boehner in a bipartisan effort to raise the final $10 million needed to complete the Fight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
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Saturday, November 5, 2011
Jake Gyllenhaal Gets Into The Movember Spirit
The month of November is known by some as Movember, which is a month long event where men around the world grow out their facial hair in an attempt to raise awareness for men’s health issues. It would seem that actor Jake Gyllenhaal has gotten WELL into the spirit of Movember because he showed up [...]
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'X Factor' Ladies Debate Who Loves Justin Bieber Most
'I can honestly say that I am more obsessed with Justin Bieber than Drew is,' InTENsity's Emily Michalak tells MTV News backstage.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Jim Cantiello
Justin Bieber
Photo: Kevin Mazur/ WireImage
Justin Bieber may not have visited the "X Factor" set this week, but that doesn't mean the contestants didn't contract a serious case of Bieber Fever.
On Tuesday night, Bieber did make his way to "Dancing With the Stars," which shares a lot with the reality singing competition, and a handful of the "X Factor" top 12 hoped to see the teen star. One of those obsessed few included Drew, who has been a Belieber since day one of the "X Factor."
"We love him so much," Drew told MTV News backstage — a long way from her first audition, where she proclaimed her Bieber love.
She wasn't the only member of Team Simon going crazy for Bieber: Fellow fan Rachel Crow, who got some rave reviews on the show this week, was also hoping to get some face time with the singer, who has been making the promo rounds for his new holiday album, Under the Mistletoe.
"We love Justin Bieber, but we didn't get to meet him," Rachel recalled. "People were trying so hard, like, 'Why can't we get Justin here?' I got to take a picture in front of his car, though."
And it wasn't just any car. "It was so cool!" Rachel gushed. "Isn't it awesome? It's bejeweled! I want to meet him so bad," she added, before explaining just why they couldn't make it happen. "They made up an excuse about how they were competing shows. [I was] so upset."
Drew and Rachel are definitely not alone on the "X Factor" set. One of the members of InTENsity has this message for the ladies: "I can honestly say that I am more obsessed with Justin Bieber than Drew is," Emily Michalak said. "I can honestly say so. Just because they aired on TV that she's obsessed doesn't mean that I'm not."
You can catch MTV News' Jim Cantiello on the "X Factor Pepsi Pre-Show," streaming at 7 p.m. ET Wednesdays on TheXFactorUSA.com!
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Justin Bieber Camp Denies Paternity Claim
California woman claims Bieber fathered her baby.
By Gil Kaufman
Justin Bieber
Photo: WireImage
Justin Bieber is vigorously denying the claims made by a 20-year-old California woman who says in a lawsuit that the 17-year-old singer is the father of her newborn baby.
"While we haven't yet seen the lawsuit, it's sad that someone would fabricate malicious, defamatory and demonstrably false claims," Bieber's publicist said in a statement released on Tuesday. "We will vigorously pursue all available legal remedies to defend and protect Justin against these allegations."
Radar Online reports that Mariah Yeater claims she had unprotected sex with Bieber a year ago in a backstage area at one of the singer's concerts and that her three-month-old baby is his. According to an upcoming issue of Star magazine, "in a hand-signed affidavit, sworn under the penalty of perjury, Yeater told a California court that Bieber propositioned her on October 25 of last year, when she was 19. The pair had a sexual tryst after his concert and backstage at L.A.'s Staples Center, it's alleged in court papers."
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The affidavit requests that the court compel Bieber to undergo a paternity test to prove whether the child, named Tristan, is his and then to provide "reasonable child support, effective immediately."
Bieber, who confirmed in March that he was dating Disney star Selena Gomez, has discussed his opposition to casual sex in the past. He told Rolling Stone magazine in February that, "I don't think you should have sex with anyone unless you love them." According to Yeater, Bieber would have been 16 at the time of the alleged encounter. A court hearing is set for December.
The allegation comes at an awkward time for Bieber, who just released his first Christmas album, Under the Mistletoe, with a portion of the proceeds earmarked for a variety of charities aimed at education, youth well-being and music.
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First Look: ?21 Jump Street? Releases A Red Band Trailer
Earlier this year we got our first look at the first official promo photo from the upcoming remake film 21 Jump Street which is based on the TV series of the same name from the late 80s. As you may recall, this movie version of Jump Street began filming at the start of this year [...]
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Friday, November 4, 2011
Stranger Danger
My sister recently had a talk with my four-year-old nephew Jack about strangers. Here's how it went:
SISTER: Now, Jack, if a stranger says, "Come here, I want to show you something," what do you do?
JACK: I turn around and run!
SISTER: If a stranger says, "Come here, I want to give you some candy," what do you do?
JACK: I turn around and run!
SISTER: If a stranger says, "Come here, I want to show you my puppy," what do you do?
JACK: Oh, I love puppies...
Source: http://www.prettyinthecity.com/blog/2011/7/26/stranger-danger.html
Daniel Craig Returns As James Bond In 'Skyfall'
Actor appeared with director Sam Mendes, co-star Javier Bardem to kick off filming of 23rd Bond flick.
By Kevin P. Sullivan
Daniel Craig attends a photocall to mark the start of production of 'Skyfall' in London
Photo: Getty Images
After a lot of turbulence at MGM and several false starts and stops, James Bond will officially be back in "Skyfall," announced early Thursday morning (November 3) at a press conference in London. The cast, led by returning 007 Daniel Craig, and director Sam Mendes appeared for the first time together to officially kick off filming, which begins today. The start date also happens to fall on the same date that Sean Connery was announced as the first Bond 50 years ago.
The press conference began in typical 007 style with the iconic theme song and the reveal of the title "Skyfall," which was more or less expected at this point. Soon after, the cast and Mendes took the stage.
Craig was joined by , who will play the villain, Dame Judi Dench, Naomie Harris and Bérénice Marlohe. Though they weren't present at the conference, Ralph Fiennes, Albert Finney and Ben Whishaw will also star in the film, as previously reported.
Rumors have been circulating for months now about the supporting cast, and in recent weeks, the title "Skyfall" popped up on movie news websites after several URLs were registered.
In addition to unveiling the title, the press conference also revealed the official plot synopsis for the 23rd Bond film. According to the release, "Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost."
Mendes spoke about the place of "Skyfall" among Craig's other work as Bond, clarifying that the new film will stand on its own and "not connect with the last two movies."
Check out everything we've got on "Skyfall."
For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.
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Lady Gaga - Lady Is A Tramp
- Artist: Lady Gaga
- Label: Columbia Records
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Wiz Khalifa Comparisons 'Huge' To Newbie T. Mills
'I thought that whole signing to a major label, getting on the radio only happened in movies,' 'Stupid Boy' MC tells Mixtape Daily.
By Rob Markman
T. Mills
Photo: MTV News
Fire Starter: T. Mills
One listen to Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and that was all she wrote for young Travis Mills. The 22-year-old Riverside, California, native was so enamored by the multiplatinum rap quintet that he decided to jump into music.
"The fact that they could sing and rap at the same time, integrate melody and stuff into their songs, I was blown away," T. Mills told Mixtape Daily.
Now that Mills does in fact blend rap and pop melodies in his music, some are comparing the tatted-up newcomer to Wiz Khalifa. While Mills insisted that he's his own man, he's also flattered by the comparison. "I think it's definitely a compliment. I'm a huge Wiz fan," he said. "Even for someone to put me in the same category as Wiz is a huge accomplishment for myself because I been f---in' with Wiz a long time and he's on top of the game right now."
T. Mills hopes to eventually occupy a similar space. When he was 17, the young rapper began recording songs on his MacBook, and by 18, he was posting his music on MySpace. In 2009, Mills performed 60 shows as part of the Vans Warped Tour, where a dance tent was his stage. He went on to sign with independent label Uprising Records, the home of his 2010 debut Ready, Fire, Aim! Although he's still a relative unknown, his video for "Stupid Boy" has clocked 1.8 million views on YouTube.
And T. Mills is just getting started. At the top of the year, he signed to Columbia Records, dropping his free LP Leaving Home with the label. "Originally, the concept for the album was a mixtape, I just wanted to put out a mixtape," he explained. "What if we do an album that I give to my fans as gratitude?" he remembered asking the record company.
While "Stupid Boy" is a party track, Mills believes he has grown since then, so on Leaving Home, he offers up more than just carefree, feel-good music.
"It was my first time in a real studio, so it was my first time having access to all that stuff," he said of his breakout single. "Before then I just recorded on my laptop. I feel like it was a good learning experience for me. It's not who I am now but it gave me that platform."
That's not to say that Leaving Home isn't fun. There's the sneakers-and-sex ode "Vans On," where Mills sings about making love while wearing his skater kicks, for example. And to add balance, there's also the inspirational "Smoke & Mirrors" and the cautionary "Hollywood."
With his major-label debut scheduled for a 2012 release, it seems T. Mills is well on his way. The reality of it all, though, is still a bit much for the small-town kid.
"When I was 19, I didn't think anything could happen," he admitted. "I'm from a small town; I thought that whole signing to a major label, getting on the radio only happened in movies."
For other artists featured in Mixtape Daily, check out Mixtape Daily Headlines.
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Thursday, November 3, 2011
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?
Related ArtistsMichael Jackson Wasn't Addicted To Propofol, Expert Says
Dr. Conrad Murray's lawyers call their last two witnesses.
By Kara Warner
Dr. Paul White
Photo: Pool/ Getty Images
The involuntary manslaughter trial against former Michael Jackson doctor Conrad Murray is officially winding down, as the defense called its final two witnesses to the stand Thursday (October 27). Day 19 featured crucial testimony from addiction expert Robert Waldman and the man believed to be the defense's star witness, Dr. Paul White, a propofol expert.
The Witnesses
» Dr. Robert Waldman, addiction expert
» Dr. Paul White, anesthesiologist and propofol expert
Key Testimony
» Dr. Waldman testified that in examining the records of Jackson's use and reception of the sedative Demerol, the singer received unusually large doses of the drug and that Jackson had started to become immune to its potency. Waldman admitted, after a heated cross-examination by the prosecution, that while Jackson seemed to have a dependency on the drug, he was not addicted to it.
» At one point during cross-examination, Waldman was asked if he would consider administering a dangerous or harmful drug to a patient if the patient requested it. Waldman's response: "Absolutely."
» Dr. White kicked off the afternoon session by explaining to the court that he has been researching the use and effects of propofol since 1983, six years before it was approved by the FDA.
» When asked by the defense if he could justify administering propofol to a patient and then leaving that patient unsupervised, as Murray is said to have done, White said, "Absolutely not." He also stated that he wouldn't have expected Jackson to die from the amount of propofol Murray claimed he administered to the pop star. White is expected to take the stand again Friday when the trial resumes at 8:45 a.m. PT.
Murray has pleaded not guilty to the charge of involuntary manslaughter. He faces four years in prison and the loss of his medical license.
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Do Foo Fighters Know Robert Pattinson From Robert Plant?
During band's rehearsal break for Sunday's Movie Awards, we put Foos to the test.
By Ryan J. Downey, with reporting by Jim Cantiello
The Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl
Photo: MTV News
UNIVERSAL CITY, California — Hard rock, heavy metal, hardcore and punk have long gone hand-in-hand with evil wizards, magic, vampires and werewolves. And with a collective sub-cultural pedigree that includes stints in the Germs, No Use for a Name, Sunny Day Real Estate, Scream and some band called Nirvana, you'd think the Foo Fighters — set to perform at Sunday's Movie Awards — would know their "Potter" from their Zeppelin. Certainly they can recognize a "wand" reference and pinpoint its origin?
Right? Before we put MTV News' magically crafted trivia to the band, it seemed safe to assume the Foos would accurately distinguish between the words of Harry Potter, a "Twilight" character and Led Zeppelin. But was their underground nerd cred blown to shreds? Read on — and click the video! — to see how the Foo Fighters fared when we caught up with them on the Universal Studios lot, shortly after they finished rehearsing their Movie Awards performance.
Our own Jim Cantiello played dungeon master as Dave Grohl, Nate Mendel, Taylor Hawkins, Chris Shiflett and Pat Smear were given a series of semi-famous lines and asked whether they originated with "Harry Potter," the "Twilight Saga" or the lyrics of hard-rock pioneers Led Zeppelin.
Here's a sampling of a few of those one-liners:
» "The elder wand, the most powerful wand ever made."
» "Why don't you let me be yours ever truly? Can I make your garden grow?"
» "You're lying, Dolores! You mustn't tell lies!"
Can you guess whether the lines above came from the "Potter" flicks, "Twilight" or Robert Plant?
Watch as the Foos try their best to do exactly that. Then tune in to the MTV Movie Awards on Sunday to catch the Foo Fighters rock the stage with their new single, "Walk."
Will wizards, vampires or dream thieves steal the 2011 MTV Movie Awards? Find out June 5, when the 20th annual show airs live at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Tune in at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT that night for the "America's Best Dance Crew" finale and Movie Awards pre-show, loaded with live action from the red carpet, exclusive movie clips and a special edition of "After Hours."
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Taylor Lautner Is Teaming Up With Gus Van Sant On A New Film
Earlier this year, Twilight actor Taylor Lautner was spotted hanging out with Academy Award winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black and famed indie director Gus Van Sant (Taylor and Gus even attended a Cirque du Soleil performance together). At the time, rumors started to swirl that something was going on between the men … that they [...]
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011
P!nk & Willow Sage Are Shady Characters In SoCal
Last week we learned that singer P!nk surprised theater goers in NYC when she jumped on stage and performed a stunning rendition of Summertime during a performance of (one of my fave shows) Sleep No More and today we learn that P!nk has returned home to SoCal to enjoy the warmer weather with her daughter [...]
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Justin Bieber - Eenie Meenie
- Artist: Justin Bieber
- Label: Epic, Beluga Heights
- Director: Ray Kay
- Album: My World 2.0
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Justin Bieber 'Has His Head On Straight'
'You don't hear anything bad about this guy,' Boyz II Men's Nate Morris says of teen superstar during 'MTV First: Justin Bieber.'
By James Dinh, with reporting by James Montgomery
Justin Bieber in "Mistletoe"
Photo: Island Def Jam
Justin Bieber is bridging the generation gap with his star-studded holiday album, Under the Mistletoe. He's collaborated with a string of stars like Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes and Usher for the November 1 LP. But it's the Biebs' pairing with Boyz II Men that's sure to expand the teen star's fanbase.
We spoke to BIIM's Nate Morris via Skype during our special "MTV First: Justin Bieber" this week, and he shared his thoughts on the young singer as well as their holiday collabo "Falalalala."
"We respect him, man," the R&B crooner told MTV News' James Montgomery. "I watch what he does, I watch what the people around him do, and they're guiding him in the right directions. You don't hear anything bad about this guy. He has his head on straight."
JB's team includes his mother, Pattie, who Morris said clearly has Bieber's best interests at heart. "His mom has got his focus in the right direction and as long as she does that, he'll be just fine," he added.
So will Boyz II Men head to the studio again with the pop superstar? Morris was optimistic, saying, "Oh, without a doubt. We just have to figure out the right circumstance. This was perfect for us because, you know, we wanted to try to make sure that the first song we did together was something that people could accept the two artists doing together. ... If there's a soundtrack or whatever that comes along that we can create something special, that'll be hot."
BIIM's team-up with JB is just one of many treats the group has planned for their comeback. On October 25, they're set to drop Twenty, a new double-disc set that features both brand-new tracks and re-recorded classics.
"It's a collection of our best work, we think," Morris admitted. "I mean, 20 years is a long time to be in this business, so we tried to encompass a little bit of everything. ...We wanted to bring everything together all on one [album] even for those young Bieber fans who may not know all the Boyz II Men records — they can get all the history and today's music on one CD."
Are you excited to hear JB's collabo with Boyz II Men? Tell us in the comments below!
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Britney Spears Recruits A Backstreet Boy For Tour
Howie Dorough says he's 'so excited' to open for South American leg of Britney's Femme Fatale Tour.
By Jocelyn Vena
Britney Spears
Photo: David Tonnessen/ PacificCoastNews/ Newscom
Nineties pop fans rejoice! Britney Spears has recruited the Backstreet Boys' Howie Dorough to open for a string of South American dates on her Femme Fatale Tour. The gigs will coincide with the release of his first-ever solo album, Back to Me, out November 15.
"I'm so excited that I'm going [to be] joining @britneyspears on several dates of the Femme Fatale tour!" Dorough tweeted on Monday."Can't wait to see all my lovelies in Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, and Venezuela!! VIP info will be coming next week."
According to Dorough's site (and as he also tweeted), the Backstreet Boy's initial stint on Britney's tour will kick off on November 20 in La Plata, Argentina, with stops in Santiago, Lima and Bogota before it wraps up in Caracas, Venezuela, on November 28. He's just the latest supporting act to join the worldwide Femme Fatale trek, stepping in the spot once occupied by artists like Joe Jonas, Nicki Minaj and DJ Pauly D.
And when Dorough spoke to MTV News over the summer about his first solo recording, he said it felt good to finally get the chance to show fans a new side of himself as an artist. "I finally have been able to put [my album] together and I'm excited and very, very proud to be able to make this body of work," he told us. "I feel [it's] a total representation of where I'm at right now in my life and [it represents] things that are going on, positive-ness and energy. I think it's really a chance for people to hear me and know my voice."
That's not all, Howie D fans. Next year, Dorough will hit the road again with NKOTBSB — yes, New Kids on the Block and Backstreet Boys — for a European tour that kicks off in April.
"It's awesome," Dorough told MTV News of touring with NKOTBSB. "It all kind of spun from that show at Radio City [Music Hall]. I think we did something that was a shock factor for people. I don't think a lot of people would have thought the two of us being onstage together would have been fathomable."
What do you think of Howie D opening for Britney Spears? Tell us in the comments!
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Demi Lovato 'Totally Different' One Year After Treatment
'I've grown up a lot, and I've overcome a lot,' singer tells MTV News.
By Christina Garibaldi
Demi Lovato
Photo: MTV News
Tuesday (November 1) marks one year since Demi Lovato left her tour with the Jonas Brothers to enter a treatment center to deal with emotional and physical issues. Fast-forward one year later, and it's hard for even Lovato to recognize the person she once was. The former Disney starlet recently sat down with MTV News to talk about overcoming her struggles and becoming a role model for young teens.
"I feel like I'm a totally different person today, and I've grown up a lot, and I've overcome a lot, so I'm excited about where I am in my life today," Lovato said.
Even though Lovato is in a good place now, that doesn't mean her road to recovery was an easy one. The "Skyscraper" singer revealed the best piece of advice that helped her get through hard times.
"The best piece of advice is to fake it till you make it," Lovato said. "When I first went into treatment, I didn't want to be there, and I was kind of like, 'I'll just fake it until I make it.' I stayed in there, and I started believing that I was in there for the right reasons. And even though I didn't want to be there at the time, some girls might not want to get help, but if they fake it till they make it, hopefully they can get the help that they need, and they can start to believe it, and they can actually see one day that it's actually the right thing that they're doing."
Since leaving treatment in January, Lovato has talked candidly about her battle with eating disorders and self-mutilation, becoming a role model to young teens that might struggle with the same issues — a job Lovato takes very seriously.
"I do feel a responsibility, but it's not a burden to me," Lovato said. "I feel like there are certain choices in my life that I am faced with every single day, and I think, well, 'How would my little sister feel if I would do this? And how would she feel about this?'
"I have days where I'm cranky, but I definitely want to be there for my fans and step outside and shake their hands and be there for them too, because I'm now a role model, and I want to be there for them."
So, what is the best piece of advice Lovato can give her fans? "I would say: Speak up, and don't be afraid to get help, because it could save their lives."
Lovato has seen much success over this past year. In June, she dropped her first single, "Skyscraper," off her third album, Unbroken. She is getting back on the road this month for a mini-tour and planning a 2012 world tour. Yet, with so much on her plate, Lovato is making it a point to strike a comfortable balance between work and the rest of her life.
"I work because I love doing it, so it's hard to draw that line," she admitted. "It's hard to say 'I need to stop' when I love doing what I do, but it's important to find time for myself and 'me' time, so I make sure that I find that."
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Michael Jackson Trial Put On Hold Until Wednesday
Judge suspends trial of Dr. Conrad Murray due to a death in key witness' family.
By Gil Kaufman
Conrad Murray
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After taking the day off Friday just as the prosecution was preparing to wrap up its case, the involuntary manslaughter trial of Michael Jackson's physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, is on hold due to the death of the father of the prosecution's final witness.
According to CNN, the Los Angeles Court public information office sent out a notice Sunday explaining that details on the resumption of the trial will be sent out "when further information is available." After two weeks of evidence attempting to portray Murray as negligent and reckless in his care for Jackson, the prosecution was close to wrapping up its part of the case when testimony was suspended Friday to allow final witness Dr. Steven Shafer to travel to a previously scheduled anesthesiology conference in Chicago.
But, en route to the conference, Shafer learned that his father had died, and he never made it to the event. Shafer, described as a highly respected anesthesiologist and pharmacologist, was expected to testify about the effects of the surgical anesthetic propofol on the human body. Jackson died as a result of propofol intoxication, and the case against Murray hinges on the prosecution's theory that the cardiologist gave the pop icon a lethal dose of the drug and then provided substandard care when Jackson went into cardiac arrest as a result.
The Associated Press reported that the trial will resume Wednesday, after the judge in the case agreed to give the defense more time to prepare their response to tests the coroner's office conducted last week on the level of the sedative lorazepam in Jackson's system.
Shafer is also expected to give a key piece of evidence to counter the defense's claim that Jackson self-administered the fatal 25mg dose of propofol through an IV catheter in his leg.
After pursuing a strategy in which the defense intended to portray Jackson as having taken the deadly dose of propofol by himself when Murray was out of the room, the doctor's legal team pivoted last week and appeared set on focusing on an allegedly self-administered overdose of lorazepam instead.
Once Shafer gives his testimony, the defense will present its case and call an estimated 15 witnesses, which could take the testimony through Friday or next Monday.
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Beavis And Butt-Head 'Taking Shots' At Reality Shows, Mike Judge Promises
Duo return to MTV with new episodes tonight.
By Kevin P. Sullivan
Beavis and Butt-Head
Photo: MTV
It's been almost 14 years since the slackest slackers of a generation, Beavis and Butt-head, filled the airwaves with their shenanigans, but when the duo return to television with new episodes Thursday (October 27), the MTV they return to is quite a different one.
Creator Mike Judge had to address the changes to the channel when deciding which direction to take the show in. Without music videos playing as regularly on MTV, there is less of an opportunity for Beavis and Butt-head to sit around and comment on them as they did during the show's original run. Reality shows like "Jersey Shore" and "16 and Pregnant" have replaced what were formerly blocks of music videos, and Judge said he wanted the new "Beavis and Butt-head" episodes to reflect that shift.
According to Judge, MTV reality shows comprise 60 percent of the content Beavis and Butt-head sit and watch now. The transition from music videos to reality programming has been an easy one for Judge. "I think it is easier taking shots at the reality shows than music videos," Judge said.
But Beavis and Butt-head didn't just make fun of the videos they watched. "In the beginning of the first run, I did a lot of what I would call taking shots at the videos," Judge said. "But then a lot of times I would just have them talk about whatever, and it didn't necessarily have that much to do about saying anything one way or another about the video."
Reality TV, on the other hand, is a different story. Judge has found that with the new crop of shows, the material is too ripe for ridicule to ignore. "With the reality shows, it just feels like pay dirt to me," Judge said. "Those shows have just been really fun to have Beavis and Butt-head watch."
Don't miss "Beavis and Butt-head" when it returns to TV Thursday at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
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Amy Winehouse Remembered By Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna, More
'RIP Amy Winehouse. May she finally find peace,' Perry writes. 'I am genuinely heartbroken about this,' Rihanna tweets.
By Jason Kaufman, with reporting by Kara Klenk
Amy Winehouse
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As news spread that 27-year-old Amy Winehouse was dead, stars immediately tweeted their shocked reactions and remorse over the lost talent.
Katy Perry, who touches down in Boise, Idaho, this weekend as part of her California Dreams Tour, tweeted her condolences, writing, "RIP Amy Winehouse. May she finally find peace."
Nicki Minaj, who is also on the road as part of Britney Spears' Femme Fatale jaunt, took to Twitter and expressed disbelief at the news of Winehouse's passing. "Please tell me Amy Winehouse didn't die," wrote the Young Money MC, who's set to hit the stage in Florida on Saturday (July 23). "Is this some sick joke?"
"I am genuinely heartbroken about this," wrote Rihanna, who continued to express her shock over multiple tweets. "Dear God have mercy!!! I am SICK about this right now!" In another, she wrote "U made a MAJAH impression on this industry and throughout the world, in such a short space of time...too short!"
Usher reflected on Winehouse, who he had known: "I'm so sad to hear the horrible news of Amy Winehouse's death. I'm so happy I knew you Amy...Rest Well. Gone Too Soon...we'll miss you!!""
Frequent tweeter Kim Kardashian used her 140 characters to send prayers: "I just heard the news that Amy Winehouse passed away. What a true talent. I pray she's in a better place & at peace."
Meanwhile, Ryan Seacrest showed Winehouse's impact on the music industry, singling out both Lady Gaga and Adele as those who had been influenced. "Sad to lose Amy Winehouse - incred talent. Both @LadyGaga & @OfficialAdele say Amy paved way for them."
Dr. Drew focused on the singer's well-documented struggles with addiction. "SO sad, another lost to addiction. A reminder this is often a fatal condition. Recovery is possible, but sadly not for Amy Winehouse."
Winehouse's American record label, Universal Republic, said in a statement: "We are deeply saddened at the sudden loss of such a gifted musician, artist and performer. Our prayers go out to Amy's family, friends and fans at this difficult time."
Many More Stars Are Reacting. Check Back To See Who Else Has Weighed In:
Leann Rimes: "RIP Amy Winehouse. So sad to see such a talent gone and her life end in tragedy. This makes me terribly sad."
Khloe Kardashian: "Wow! I just heard about Amy Winehouse passing away! Wow! So sad :( what an amazing talent"
Ashton Kutcher: "Rip amy winehouse"
Big Boi: "Kurt Cobain, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Jimi Hendrix and now Amy Winehouse. All died aged 27. RIP to you all."
Kelly Osbourne: "i cant even breath right my now im crying so hard i just lost 1 of my best friends. i love you forever Amy & will never forget the real you!"
Rick Ross: "Wanted to collab w/ Amy Winehouse...r.i.p...smoking 1 in your memoryyy!!"
Janelle Monae: "heart is heavy. My heart goes out 2 Amy Winehouse's family, loved ones. Praying for their strength during this time."
Ricky Martin: "I just found out. I feel pain. I feel anger. Rest beautiful girl rest. You are free!"
Cee Lo: "Is it true about amy?"
Victoria Justice: "I'm so sad about the #amywinehouse news I heard this morning. She was 1 of my favorite artists. What a sad story, she was such a talent..."
Randy Jackson: "Wow what a tragic loss today in the music world, Amy Winehouse such a talent. She will be missed"
Kreayshawn: "I said she was a TIMELESS artist and a real artist because of her struggle. I'm so upset I love her! RIP Amy Winehouse"
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Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars To Perform At MTV EMA
Gaga and Mars join already announced performers Coldplay and LMFAO for November 6 show.
By Jocelyn Vena
Lady Gaga
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Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars are set to join the MTV EMA party. On Monday (October 17), Gaga and Mars were announced as the latest performers at the November 6 show, which takes place in Belfast, Ireland.
Selena Gomez will host the event, which will also include performances from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Coldplay, LMFAO and Jessie J. Presenters include MTV stars Snooki and JWoww from "Jersey Shore," as well as "Awkward." actress Ashley Rickards.
Gaga is up for six awards, including Best Female, Best Live Act, Best Pop Act, Best Song and Best Video for "Born This Way." She scored the sixth nom in the Biggest Fans category, an honor she'll share with her Little Monsters if she wins.
Mars is tied with Katy Perry for four noms at the show; he's up for Best Song and Best Pop for "Grenade," along with Best Male and Best New. Adele, Justin Bieber and Thirty Seconds to Mars are each up for three. Other big nominees include Beyoncé, Foo Fighters, Jennifer Lopez, Kanye West, Snoop Dogg, My Chemical Romance, Eminem, Arcade Fire, Far East Movement, Wiz Khalifa, Linkin Park and Kings of Leon.
The show will premiere on Tr3s: MTV, Música y Más at 6 p.m. ET on November 6 and noon on mtvU on November 7. American and Canadian audiences can vote for the North American nominee for the Worldwide Act award, who will represent the continent at the EMA against contenders from across the globe.
For a complete list of nominees and to vote for your favorite artists, check out the MTV EMA website. Stick with MTV News as we roll out more information on performers and presenters.
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