- Artist: Justin Bieber
- Label: Jive, JLG
- Director: Collin Tilley
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Thursday, January 12, 2012
Justin Bieber - Next To You
MTV Movie Brawl 2012: Elite Eight Begins!
After the initial play-in, wild card and Sweet 16 rounds, only eight movies remain in the MTV Movie Brawl 2012. Stunning upsets ("Woman in Black" over "Snow White and the Huntsman"!) and down-to-the-wire finishes ("Cosmopolis" beat "Bel Ami" by three votes!) dominated the Sweet 16, and we expect the results of the Elite Eight to [...]
Source: http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2012/01/12/mtv-movie-brawl-2012-elite-eight/
Usher - Without You
- Artist: Usher
- Label: Capitol Records
- Director: Christopher Hewitt
- Album: La Explosion del Momento!
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http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1270&vid=703211
MTV Movie Brawl 2012: Sweet 16 Round-Up
The MTV Movie Brawl 2012's Sweet 16 round draws to a close at 12 AM EST tonight (January 11), and while that seems only a few short hours away, there's still plenty of time to vote your favorite movies into the Elite Eight. Click below to vote on the official bracket, and read on for [...]
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
'X Factor' Michael Jackson Night Has Singers On Edge
Meanwhile, Paula Abdul has been absent from the set since her final group was eliminated last week.
By Jim Cantiello
Michael Jackson in the video for "Hold My Hand"
Photo: Sony Music Entertainment
<P><i>MTV News' own Jim Cantiello is exclusively covering "The X Factor" rehearsals. Read on for his fly-on-the-wall backstage report!</i> <b>LOS ANGELES</b> — "The X Factor" top seven are back on the lot after their first (and only) mini-vacation of the season. And as the Thanksgiving tryptophan wears off, the anxiety of another double elimination is setting in. </p><div class="player-placeholder right" id="vid:714741" width="240" height="211"></div><p> Adding to the stress? "The X Factor" is tackling the songs of <a href="http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/jackson_michael/artist.jhtml">Michael Jackson</a> on Wednesday night (November 30), on the 29th anniversary of <i>Thriller</i>'s release, no less. One of the contestants is so stressed over the theme he's emerged as a total perfectionist. During Monday's rehearsals, he had already nixed multiple arrangements the show had provided him. "This is the most unprepared I've felt on a Monday," he said to his mentor as they rushed out of Stage 36. There was a camera crew chasing them to capture the drama — as well as the ensuing late-night emergency meeting with the vocal coaches — so don't be surprised if some of this intense footage ends up in your living room. (This afternoon's dress rehearsal went swimmingly, for the record.) Meanwhile, one contestant had a full-on battle with his/her mentor over a chair. The mentor said, "Sit and sing." The contestant said, "Again?! How about I do something on my feet for Michael Jackson week?" Another mentor came to the defense of the contestant. In the end, the contestant is sitting after all. Don't worry, contestant. The eerie arrangement of an MJ classic is what folks are going to be buzzing about. No one will care if you sit or stand. In the control room, I spied one of the bigwigs utter the word "brilliant!" after the contestant's dress rehearsal. Another hot topic: wardrobe! When paying homage to one of the biggest music icons ever, it's tempting for the stylists to include clothing nods to Michael's various looks. But several singers are worried they'll look too much like Jackson impersonators, which has caused many a headache in the wardrobe trailer. But stylist June Ambrose is still able to keep things light in the midst of the drama. While waiting around for a contestant's last-minute fitting, she started an impromptu MJ dance party on the lot. Crotch grabs and "woo" included! Lastly, Paula Abdul's sunny energy has been noticeably absent on the CBS lot now that all her groups have been eliminated. She went from being the most hands-on mentor to an on-set ghost. "The X Factor" family can't wait to welcome her back for her first live show as strictly a judge. What do you think she's been doing with her newfound free time? <b>You can catch Jim on the "X Factor Pepsi Pre-Show," streaming at 7 p.m. ET tonight on <a href="http://www.thexfactorusa.com/" target="_blank">TheXFactorUSA.com</a>!</b></p>
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First Look: Justin Bieber Covers ?V? Magazine
Last week, we got to check out a bunch of photos of Sky Ferreira channeling her inner Madonna for the upcoming Music Issue of V magazine. At the time, we learned that popstar Justin Bieber is featured on the cover of the issue. Today we get our first look at Bieber‘s V mag coverphoto and [...]
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Michael Jackson - They Don't Care About Us
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: MJJ
- Director: Spike Lee
- Album: So Many Stars
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http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1102&vid=208348
Watch: The ?Wonder Woman? Costume From The Failed NBC Series Gets Recycled
Um … remember that really garish Wonder Woman costume that was made for the failed NBC TV series that got canceled before it even made it to air? Well, the folks at NBC — being the frugal folks that they are — decided to try and get some use out of that WW costume. The [...]
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Justin Bieber - Next To You
- Artist: Justin Bieber
- Label: Jive, JLG
- Director: Collin Tilley
Source:
http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=3187077&vid=666238
Justin Bieber's Snake To Lady Gaga's Egg: 2011 Red-Carpet Highlights
Beyonce's baby bump was one of the year's most-memorable moments.
By Jocelyn Vena
Justin Bieber at the 2011 VMAs
Photo: Christopher Polk/ Getty Images
<P>Anything can happen on the red carpet at any given awards show, and in 2011, it felt like anything that could happen <i>did</i>. As MTV News reflects on some of the biggest moments of the year, we decided to remember some of the most-memorable things A-listers did live right in front of us all. </p><div class="player-placeholder right" id="id:1676574" width="240" height="211"></div><p> <a href="http://www.mtv.com/videos/news/621416/snooki-and-sway-wave-to-lady-gaga-through-her-egg.jhtml#id=1676574"><b>Lady Gaga's Egg</b></a><br> In February, <a href="http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/lady_gaga/artist.jhtml">Gaga</a> had everyone guessing how she would arrive to the Grammys. Given her penchant for crazy looks, no one would have guessed she would have showed up <a href="/news/articles/1657833/lady-gaga-grammy-arrival-egg.jhtml">in an egg</a>. Designed by Hussein Chalayan, Gaga later emerged from the structure to proclaim that she was "Born This Way." <a href="http://newsroom.mtv.com/2011/12/29/what-was-the-biggest-red-carpet-moment-of-2011-poll"><big><b>What was your favorite red-carpet moment of 2011? Vote in our Newsroom poll!</b></big></a> <a href="http://www.mtv.com/videos/news/622230/bruno-mars-fist-pumps-with-snooki.jhtml#id=1676574"><b>Snooki</b></a><br> Speaking of the Grammys, the reality star joined MTV News' own Sway Calloway to talk to all the stars at the show. After helping us out on the <a href="/news/articles/1657457/snooki-grammys-2010.jhtml">2010 red carpet</a>, we learned that anything is possible with Snooki, and 2011 solidified that she's the fieriest "meatball" to grace the "Jersey Shore." We wonder if <a href="/news/articles/1657902/snooki-bruno-mars-grammys.jhtml">she and Bruno Mars</a> ever ended up dating. <b>Paul McDonald and Nikki Reed</b><br> "Twilight" star Nikki Reed surprised everyone when she hit up the MTV Movie Awards in June. No, she hadn't borrowed Gaga's egg: She was rocking an engagement rock from her beau and "American Idol" alum Paul McDonald. The couple used the red carpet as the platform to announce their <a href="/news/articles/1665222/paul-mcdonald-nikki-reed-engaged.jhtml">engagement</a>, and <a href="/news/articles/1672602/nikki-reed-paul-mcdonald-wedding.jhtml">married</a> in October. <a href="http://www.mtv.com/videos/news/686198/beyonce-rubs-her-baby-bump-on-stage-at-the-vmas.jhtml#id=1676574"><b>Beyoncé's Baby Bump</b></a><br> She might have rubbed that burgeoning <a href="/news/articles/1669849/beyonce-pregnant-vmas.jhtml">baby bump</a> onstage at the Video Music Awards in August, but hours before she took the stage, donning a bright orange gown, <a href="http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/knowles_beyonce/artist.jhtml">Beyoncé</a> let the paparazzi know she was expecting her first child with hubby Jay-Z by flaunting her pregnancy glow. <a href="http://www.mtv.com/videos/misc/685409/selena-gomez-interviews-justin-bieber.jhtml#id=1676574"><b>Justin Bieber's Snake</b></a><br> While Beyoncé shared with the world her baby news, <a href="http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/bieber_justin/artist.jhtml">Bieber</a> not only <a href="/news/articles/1669835/justin-bieber-selena-gomez-kiss-vma-red-carpet.jhtml">planted a kiss</a> on VMA pre-show host and <a href="/news/articles/1676487/celebrity-couples-2011-britney-spears-jason-trawick.jhtml">real-life lady love</a> <a href="http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/gomez__selena/artist.jhtml">Selena Gomez</a>, but also introduced her to his pet snake. His name? Johnson. She seemed less interested in the snake than perhaps he would have liked. <i>What was your favorite red-carpet moment in 2011? Share your pick below!</i></p>
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Watch: ABC News Releases A Longer Preview Video Of The Upcoming Madonna Interview
On Sunday we got to check out a very short preview video from ABC News that gave us our first look at Madonna‘s upcoming interview on Nightline, scheduled to air this Thursday night. Today, we get to check out a longer video that features more Madonna and informs us that her chat with reporter Cynthia [...]
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Rihanna Leads 2012 Crossovers Into New Territory
'Battleship' takes pop star from Billboard to big screen, while Taylor Swift and Brooklyn Decker forge ahead in new career paths.
By Kara Warner
Taylor Kitsch and Rihanna in "Battleship"
Photo: Universal Pictures
During this optimistic first week of the new year, it's time to think about our favorite entertainers who are poised to make a big impact outside their typical areas of expertise. We're talkin' crossovers, of course, including multitalented musicians-turned-actors, actors-turned-musicians, models-turned-actors, actors-turned-authors, wrestlers-turned-actors and other hyphenates!
Here's a look at a few of the stars who are making moves in new directions this year:
Rihanna
We've glimpsed her acting chops during performances and dramatic videos, but this year, RiRi is making the big move from music to movies with a role in the expected summer blockbuster "Battleship," due May 18. Not much has been revealed about her character yet, but we did get a brief look at her in action as a strong, capable Marine in the trailer. We also see her wielding a rather large gun alongside co-star Taylor Kitsch.
Brooklyn Decker
Speaking of attractive "Battleship" stars, swimsuit model-turned-actress Brooklyn Decker continues to carve out a new niche in her career. The blond beauty made a splash in last year's "Just Go With It," alongside Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston, and will next be seen in the ensemble romantic comedy "What to Expect When You're Expecting," in which Decker plays Dennis Quaid's much younger wife. "Expecting" opens one week ahead of "Battleship," in which she plays Liam Neeson's daughter and Kitsch's girlfriend.
Chris Brown
Although he's still devoting the majority of his time to music, Chris Brown is broadening his horizons with forays into directing and acting. First up is Wale's clip for "Slight Work," which Brown co-directed with Godfrey Tabarez. He told MTV News recently that the gig didn't even feel like work. "This video is just fun," he said. "I mean, we're young, so it's only right to just do what we wanna do." Brown will also continue to pursue acting jobs in 2012, the first of which is "Planet B Boy," likely followed by a role in "Think Like a Man," based on the Steve Harvey book.
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has already has crossover success musically, when she went from a country singer to a mainstream sensation. This year, after her big-screen debut in 2011's star-stuffed "Valentine's Day" opposite then-boyfriend Taylor Lautner, it seems likely that Swift will once again be up on the big screen. Rumor has it the 22-year-old has been offered a role in the equally star-studded movie musical "Les Misérables," alongside Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Russell Crowe, Helena Bonham Carter and possibly Amanda Seyfried. Fan reaction to the news has been mixed, but if she doesn't end up in that film, we're confident she'll wind up in another soon enough.
Honorable Mention: The Rock
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson deserves a lot of credit for becoming a successful and exceedingly popular wrestler with the WWE to begin with, the momentum from which he turned into an equally lucrative film career. Then last year he returned to the world of wrestling after a nearly seven-year hiatus, which was received with fans losing their minds, in a good way. Check out the video for proof. A few months later, he returned to the big screen in "Fast Five," which was one of the year's biggest hits at the box office. And don't forget his musical "stylings" on Wyclef Jean's catchy tune "It Doesn't Matter." The man cannot be stopped. Not only that, but after years of being branded simply as "The Rock," he is just as often referred to by his real name, Dwayne Johnson.
Perhaps we should consider awarding the most successful of this year's crossover stars with a "Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Crossover Star of Achievement" trophy?
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What's Your Number? Premiere!
The What's Your Number? premiere is tonight in Los Angeles! I have my dress and I'm super excited!
I'm gong to be tweeting live from the red carpet at 6:30 PM PST for US Weekly magazine, so make sure to follow them and me on Twitter:
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Monday, January 9, 2012
Beyonce And Jay-Z's Blue Ivy: What's In A Name?
Experts sound off on the meaning behind the less-than-traditional name.
By James Montgomery
Jay-Z and Beyoncé
Photo: Evan Agostini/ Getty Images
We've yet to receive an official confirmation on the name of Jay-Z and Beyoncé's brand-new baby girl, who entered the world Saturday, though the consensus seems to be Blue Ivy Carter. And Monday (January 9), Jay released "Glory," featuring B.I.C., a new song dedicated to his daughter.
It's a less-than-traditional name, to be sure, but it's also one that holds plenty of significance to the proud parents, with "Blue" being a particular favorite of Jay's, and "Ivy" representing the Roman numeral IV for the couple's lucky number, four.
Then again, that's just our take on things, so while we wait for word from Jay and B, we figured we'd reach out to those who make baby names their business to get their reactions to the most-excellent moniker. And, as you could probably expect, Blue Ivy left some of our experts scratching their heads.
"Interesting name indeed! Our thoughts are it's another, um, unique name from the celebrity realm," Matt Kelly, the co-owner of MyBabyName.com, told MTV News. "We haven't seen a trend in color names, but that's why celebrities pick colors, fruits and other odd names: to be different. It just wouldn't be right if celebrities or artists named their babies 'John' or 'Jennifer,' right? But what about 'Bay-B' in honor of 'Jay-Z'? Just throwing it out there."
Of course, not everyone saw "Blue Ivy" as the logical successor to the Apple Martins or Bronx Mowgli Wentzes of the world. Some think at least part of the name is in keeping with recent baby-name trends: drawing influence from names of the past.
"I think Ivy is a great 'classic' name, definitely following the trend for classic girls' names," said Jennifer Moss, the founder of BabyNames.com. "Blue, on the other hand, although it is a nice color, is also an emotion: sadness. If Jay-Z and Beyoncé had consulted me about the name, I would have asked if Blue had any meaning to them. Is it a family name? A special place, perhaps?"
"We've seen a rise in names with a long 'I' over the past couple years, like Milo, Eli, Lila, so, Ivy fits right in with that. And Ivy is a name that has been on the [baby name] charts for a long time ... Beyoncé is very much a style trendsetter, and Ivy is very much on style," Jennie Baird of NameCandy.com added. " [And] Blue has a long history especially among musicians. Gregg Allman and Cher named their child Elijah Blue in the 1970s, and Joe Don Rooney from Rascal Flatts named his daughter Raquel Blue ... it recalls the blues, obviously, a lot of heritage for musicians."
And though Baird added that most name enthusiasts actually preferred Ivy Blue (which was rumored to be the baby's name when news of her birth first hit) to Blue Ivy — "Blue Ivy sounds more like a nightclub," she said — she did say that Jay and Beyoncé's baby girl probably won't have to wait long to inspire her first trend: a whole lot of other "Ivy" babies.
"I think we'll see a lot of babies named Ivy coming up in the next year or so," she said. "Blue, I'm not so sure about. I think it's harder for regular people to pull off. But names that celebrities use, they do see a bump, usually if they fit into the style trends of the greater zeitgeist. And Jay and Beyoncé's baby name definitely does that."
What do you think of the name Blue Ivy? Let us know in the comments section!
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Blake Lively To Be Cast In New Steven Soderbergh Film
Blake Lively has been trying hard the last year to push her career out of the Gossip Girl comfort zone. Unfortunately her attempts haven’t been the biggest successes so far. She spent her last break from GG shooting Oliver Stone’s Savages, following the flop of The Green Lantern. Now she’s picked up a new film, [...]
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Beyonce, Britney Spears And More: 25 Best Songs Of 20111675901
We count down the year's most memorable musical moments, in Bigger Than the Sound.
By James Montgomery
Britney Spears on the cover of "Till the World Ends"
Photo: Jive
In 2011, we shuffled and shook it out. We found love and decided to dance until the world ends. We rolled in the deep and celebrated the boys with the booming systems. Shoot, at one point, we even went to Paris with Will Ferrell. It was, to say the very least, an interesting 12 months.
So, how else to sum up the year than with my picks for the 25 Best Songs of 2011: odes to partying and pumped-up kicks, songs of sadness and beauty, tunes about getting loaded and getting revenge. Pop, hip-hop, rock, bed-tronica, they're all here, and they're all important in some way, mostly because they all helped guide us through a rather tumultuous time. But that's enough from me, let's get to the songs. Oh, and I'd like to hear your picks too — drop me a line in the comments below. So now, on with the countdown. 25. Nicola Roberts, "Beat of My Drum": Supremely saccharine single from erstwhile Girls Aloud member mashes together every notable pop moment in recent history, yet somehow manages to be better that the sum of its parts. That's thanks mostly to the supercharged, sing-a-long chorus, where the whole thing comes together in a head-spinning rush. She should go solo more often. 24. Against Me!, "Russian Spies": Searing, surging punk from Gainesville lifers proves their time on Sire Records didn't soften them one bit. It only made them more resolute. And, strangely, sadder too. 23. Kreayshawn, "Gucci Gucci": Either the smartest song of 2011 or the dumbest, the beauty of "Gucci Gucci" — and Kreayshawn, for that matter — is that the answer is probably both. The goofy, horror-movie synth squiggle, the dollops of low-end whomp, the part where Kreay claims to have swag coming out her ovaries ... it's all good. Even if it's not. 22. Gospel Music, "This Town Doesn't Have Enough Bars for Both Of Us": Peppy, poppy, pocket-rock that laments the lack of quality drinking establishments in Owen Holmes' hometown of Jacksonville, Florida, and dares to ponder one of life's great post-breakup quandaries: When does our place become just my place? He's not smart enough to know the answer; instead, he spends his genius on barroom bon mots like, "I'm not drinking anymore/ But I'm not drinking any less." Works for me. 21. Demi Lovato, "Skyscraper": For about a week, this was the biggest song in the world (or the Internet), a fact that had nothing to do with irony, our nascent sense of superiority or kittens, and everything to do with the startling connection Lovato makes with the track itself. Oh, and the fact that she sings the absolute beejezus out of it. Given everything that's happened in Lovato's life, that connection makes sense, but it's the maturity she shows on the song — and that final, chill-inducing chorus — that opened eyes, and served notice. Welcome to the club, Demi. 20. Lykke Li, "Get Some": Overlooked, otherworldly single off Li's equally overlooked (and otherworldly) Wounded Rhymes album, this one is very much about sex. Thumping, bumping, panting ... and then Li pushes it all over the top with her smoldering, sumptuous vocals. The kind of song that requires a cigarette and a cold shower after repeat listens. 19. The Black Keys, "Lonely Boy": After spending portions of their breakout Brothers album getting slightly contemplative, the Keys roar back with "Lonely Boy," a song that only contemplates how best to make a guitar rev like a V-8 engine. A hard-charging, and even harder-chugging treat (with an equally hard-partying music video), it's the kind of classic claptrap you always knew they were capable of making. 18. Chris Brown, "Beautiful People": Folks can talk about Brown's hip-hop turn on "Look at Me Now," but this single represents his biggest reinvention to date. A slippery, shiny club track helmed by Benny Benassi, like most of Breezy's work it is undeniably sexy, but it's also subtly smart too. And that's where he made his biggest strides. Also, unlike "Look at Me Now," he doesn't even mention Mr. Miyagi once. 17. YACHT, "Dystopia (The Earth Is on Fire)": Every day the sky gets lower (lowerlowerlower!) And every day the flames get higher (higherhigherhigher!) So, with apologies to Rock Master Scott and the Dynamic Three, this disco duo just decide to let the motherf---er burn. 16. Washed Out, "Eyes be Closed": Massively ebbing and echoing bed-tronica (or, you know, "chillwave") from some dude in Perry, Georgia. Bonus: Sounds nothing like Perry, Georgia. 15. Lil Wayne, "6 Foot 7 Foot": Weezy and producer Bangladesh may still hate each other (or maybe they've made up, I can't remember), but there's no denying that both men are better off together. "6 Foot" starts with Harry Belafonte's "The Banana Boat Song," then twists it into something else entirely. Knotty and slightly seizure-inducing, it's like "A Milli" times, well, a million. 14. Nicki Minaj, "Super Bass": The unlikely champion of the Summer Jam Sweepstakes, it started life almost as an afterthought (a bonus track on the Pink Friday deluxe edition) and ended up being Nicki's breakthrough hit. Sometimes things just work out that way. Here's to the guys with the booming systems. 13. LMFAO, "Party Rock Anthem": It's either the stoopidest song in recent memory, or perhaps LMFAO's magnum opus (or maybe both), but why ponder points like that when the end result is this good. From its ebola-catchy hook to party-hearty machinations, this one is just begging to be blasted ... and shuffled to. 12. Foster The People, "Pumped Up Kicks": The year's catchiest rock tune was actually last year's catchiest too — it just took folks a while to realize it. Hazy, loping and scratchy like a mohair sweater, it recalls a headier era when bands wrote ultra-hooky singles about ultra-dark things (Eels' "Novocaine for the Soul," the Smashing Pumpkins' "Today," etc.) and earned repeated spins on radio as a result. Also known as the 1990s. 11. Rihanna, "We Found Love": A few weeks ago, someone told me that this would ultimately end up being Rihanna's signature hit and, at the time, I sort of laughed him off. I mean, did he remember "Umbrella"? But, the more I think about it, he may be right. Or at least on the right track. From the icy synth strains to Calvin Harris' hard-charging pre-chorus, it most certainly is the song that best represents pop, circa 2011, and given RiRi's standing in the field, perhaps in time, it will become her set-closing number too. For now, at least, I'm content to bask in "Love's" masterful mix of the carnal and, well, the club. 10. Britney Spears, "Till the World Ends": I have been accused (many times) of being a Brit basher and, sure, that's probably true, but not even I could deny this song. Super-charged star-burst synthesizers, robo-vocals and, of course, that iconic "Woah-Oh-Oh" chantalong, it's the party jam for the post-apocalyptic future. And because of all that, it's also an important song; not only a reminder that Britney is still capable of making truly terrific pop music, but that, really, she never stopped. And coming from one of her most ardent critics, that's high praise indeed. 09. Beyoncé, "Love on Top": You wanted a throwback jam, you've got a throwback jam. Big, bold, brassy and blissed-out, it represents everything B was going for on her 4 album, recalling roiling old R&B classics and the supreme diva-tude of the all-time greats. Sure, I could've gone for something like "Run the World (Girls)" or even "Countdown," but "Love on Top" is where it all clicks, sublimely so. Joy for days, which, given our dire times, made this one an absolute lifesaver. Oh, and as is the case with all of her best tunes, Beyoncé belts here. And really, what else do you need? 08. Nickelback, "Bottoms Up": Take away my cred card, but I am unapologetically in awe of this song. I wrote an entire column about its boozy brilliance earlier this year, but suffice to say, it is without a doubt the greatest thing Nickelback will ever do, in that they are first and foremost a party band, and this is their ultimate party jam: a song about getting supremely sh--faced, about drinking everything from Jim Beam to "straight gasoline," complete with a crushing, ALL-CAPS chorus and appropriately chugging riffs. Oh, and at one point, Chad Kroeger rhymes "bar" with "fire," mostly because he can. Hammer down, now and forever. 07. Bright Eyes, "The Ladder Song": For as much noise as Conor Oberst is capable of making, it's often the quieter moments where his rickety, ramshackle genius shines brightest. And "Ladder Song" — a heartbreakingly raw tribute to a friend who committed suicide — is not only his quietest, it's one of his best. Backed by little more than a piano and a handful of otherworldly room tones, Oberst plumbs the depths of despair, his voice reedy and wavering, and, when he reaches bottom, discovers there are small beauties that make life worth living. It's too bad, he ultimately laments, that his friend didn't discover them too. The year's most achingly beautiful song, by a hair-raising mile. 06. Drake, "Take Care": There are no short
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Justin Bieber - Mistletoe
- Artist: Justin Bieber
- Label: Island Records, RBMG
- Director: Roman White
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Usher - Without You
- Artist: Usher
- Label: Capitol Records
- Director: Christopher Hewitt
- Album: La Explosion del Momento!
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Sunday, January 8, 2012
Ke$ha Celebrates National Coming Out Day1672294
'We R Who We R' T-shirts support the Human Rights Campaign.
By Jocelyn Vena
Ke$ha design of t-shirts National Coming Out Day
Photo: Ke$ha
Kesha has joined forces with the Human Rights Campaign to help celebrate National Coming Out Day on Tuesday (October 11). The pop singer created a special message T-shirt, featuring a purple zebra, that proclaims "We R Who We R," the title of her hit anthem about individuality. The shirts sell for $35, with all proceeds supporting the HRC's work to achieve equality for the LGBT community. According to the HRC website, only 1,000 shirts will be produced. Others are also using the day to bring awareness to LGBT issues. Several notable celebrities will be honored by the Equality Forum, which is hosting an event and profiling notable LGBT members in pop culture. As LGBT History Month rolls on throughout October, Ricky Martin, Wanda Sykes, "Glee" creator Ryan Murphy and Pedro Zamora, a former "The Real World" castmember turned AIDS activist, all will be profiled by the organization. "We're the only minority worldwide that's not taught history at home, in school or religious institutions," said Malcolm Lazin, Equality Forum's founder and executive director. "Like every group that's been marginalized, it really helps to make the case why we should take real pride in ourselves and our community." Since launching the program five years ago, over 200 icons have been profiled, including Jane Lynch, Lady Gaga and Neil Patrick Harris. Lazin called LGBT month "empowering and life affirming." The message comes amid increased awareness about young people being bullied, including MTV's A Thin Line campaign. The MTV film "DISconnected," which premiered Monday night, focuses on issues in a world where technology controls personal lives. "I see the viciousness of people every day," said "Jersey Shore" star Vinny Guadagnino on the "DISconnected" after show. "I kind of want to be a soldier in the field, so to speak, and try to combat the negativity with a positive message. I want to help open people's eyes up, like this movie does, to the negativity." Check out the Facebook page for "DISconnected."
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Michael Jackson - Thriller (Long Vers.)
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Britney Spears - Till the World Ends
- Artist: Britney Spears
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- Director: Ray Kay
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Um Hello! THIS looks like a RAD place to dine. Dating advice via Hogwart’s. See, THIS is why you should never get a tattoo on your penis. The Secret Kelly Clarkson will perform on Saturday Night Live tonight. THIS looks like a nice way to carry around one’s iPad. THIS is what you get when [...]
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Mary J. Blige Dishes On Her 'Crazy' Led Zeppelin Covers1633563
'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
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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Saturday, January 7, 2012
Heavy D's Death Hits Nicki Minaj, Usher, More Celebs1674014
'Truly gone too soon,' Usher tweets Tuesday.
By James Dinh
Heavy D arrives at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards held at the Staples Center on February 8, 2009 in Los Angeles, California
Photo: Frazer Harrison/ Getty Images
Hip-hop lost a rap icon when Heavy D died Tuesday afternoon (November 8) at age 44, and the music industry is clearly mourning the loss. A string of stars, including Usher, Timbaland and Nicki Minaj, have shared their memories of the late MC on Twitter.
Usher offered his sympathy to the family of the Jamaican-born rap heavyweight, tweeting, "This is too heavy, I can't believe it. HEAVY D was just here. Truly gone too soon. My heart and support goes out to his family. R.I.P HEAVY." Mega-producer Timbaland couldn't even process the announcement, writing, "I'm at a loss for words rip heavy d." After re-tweeting the late-MC's last message ("BE INSPIRED"), hip-hop's Harajuku Barbie also weighed in on the news. "We'll never forget you babe! #hiphopelite #RIPHeavyD," Nicki wrote. From one raptress to the next, Missy Elliott shared her thoughts: "U will be missed Heavy D so many laughs we've shared but your Music is Timeless and will Always be Around 4ever Love u Heav..." Ciara described the MC as "a really nice man. Sending my condolences to him and his family!" DJ Drama and Nick Cannon reflected on the icon's impact. "Heavy D 'Who's The Man' was one of my 1st pieces of vinyl when I first started djayin," DJ Drama wrote. "Def 1 of the first 5 records I spent $ on. RIP." Cannon said he had "just talked" to Heavy D, adding, "He was just encouraging me about life." "RIP TO A REAL HIP HOP LEGEND HEAVY D!" Nas chimed in. Juelz Santana recalled the rapper/actor's recent BET Hip Hop Awards performance. "RIP Heavy D. He was a Hip Hop Legend," he shared. "Crazy how sh-- happens. I was late 2 da BET Awards & Heavy D's Performance was 1 of da only 2 I got 2 see. Blessed 4 dat opportunity. RIP." Boyz II Men, who shared the '90s spotlight with the MC, sent condolences to his family, writing, "UGH...heavy d..always cool as hell with us..just a sick feeling....praying for his little daughter and family." Share your memories of Heavy D on Facebook.
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Ricky Martin Tells ?Latina? Magazine That He?d Like To Have Another Baby
Earlier today, new Pink is the new Blog writer Melissa posted the first photo of singer/actor Ricky Martin on the set of Glee and right now we get to see him on the cover of the new issue of Latina magazine. In his coverstory interview, which is excerpted below, Ricky talks to Latina about his [...]
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Tina Fey Is Mad About Alec's 'Word-With-Friends' Incident? But Only Cause He Never Plays With Her!
Last night on the Late Show With David Letterman, Tina Fey revealed that she is PISSED about her 30 Rock co-star, Alec Baldwin's Word-With-Friends scandal - but not for obvious reasons.
"When I heard that news story my first reaction and the thing I was upset about was last spring — like seven months [...]
"When I heard that news story my first reaction and the thing I was upset about was last spring — like seven months [...]
Friday, January 6, 2012
Rihanna, Usher Added To Grammy Nominations Concert1674539
Lady Gaga, Ludacris, Lupe Fiasco and the Band Perry also scheduled to perform at November 30 event.
By Jocelyn Vena
Rihanna performs in concert (file)
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Rihanna and Usher have been added to the performance lineup for "The Grammy Nominations Concert Live! Countdown to Music's Biggest Night," set to go down November 30. They join already announced acts Lady Gaga, Ludacris, Lupe Fiasco, Sugarland and Jason Aldean. Country crossover act the Band Perry will perform a full concert of their own after the Grammy nominations concert wraps up at L.A. Live's Nokia Theatre. LL Cool J will again host the show, which will air at 10 p.m. on CBS, Billboard.com reports. This marks the fourth year the Recording Academy had held one of these concerts. As some of music's biggest names take the stage during the special, the nominations for major Grammy categories will be announced. The awards ceremony will go down February 12 at the Staples Center, and will air live at 8 p.m. Over the course of her career, Rihanna has taken home four Grammy Awards including Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "Umbrella," two trophies for "Run This Town" (including Best Rap Song and Best Rap/Sung Collaboration) and Best Dance Recording for "Only Girl (In the World)." Rihanna is currently riding high on the forthcoming release of her new album, Talk That Talk, and two buzzworthy singles, "We Found Love" and "You Da One." In the thirteen years he's been nominated for Grammys, Usher has amassed seven, including wins for Best R&B Vocal Performance Male for "U Remind Me," Best R&B Vocal Performance Male for "U Don't Have To Call," Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "Yeah," Best Contemporary R&B Album for Confessions, Best R&B Vocal Performance By a Duo/Group for "My Boo," Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for "There Goes My Baby" as well as Best Contemporary R&B Album for Raymond v. Raymond. Recently, he has been taking over airwaves with his David Guetta track, "Without You."
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King Of Pop To Be Immortalized At Grauman?s Theater And In LA Tour
Oh, Michael Jackson, I think the world is just now starting to get used to the idea of you having left the mortal world. With the drama of your death somewhat behind us with the trial over, we can now remember the loss that occurred when you died. Cirque du Soleil is going to be [...]
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U2, Taylor Swift Top List Of 2011's Highest-Grossing Tours1676586
U2's 360 Tour is the year's most profitable in the U.S. and worldwide.
By James Montgomery
U2's Bono
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U2 didn't even release an album in 2011, but that didn't stop them from raking in plenty of cash. The iconic Irish quartet topped Pollstar's list of the year's most profitable tours, as their massive 360 Tour moved an impressive 2.4 million tickets worldwide, grossing more than $230 million globally. Their North American dates — which were postponed (and subsequently rescheduled) last year as Bono recovered from back surgery — made $156 million, good enough to give them the highest-grossing tour on this continent, too.
Taylor Swift had 2011's second most-profitable North American tour, as her expansive Speak Now jaunt racked up $97.7 million at the box office. Swift's country contemporary Kenny Chesney came in at #3, bringing in nearly $85 million in ticket sales, followed by Lady Gaga, who, despite wrapping up the North American leg of her Monster Ball Tour in April, still managed to bring in $63.7 million at the box office. Bon Jovi rounds out Pollstar's top five, grossing more than $57 million. Kanye West and Jay-Z's Throne tour ($48 million), Lil Wayne's "I Am Still Music" trek ($44 million), Britney Spears ($38 million) and Katy Perry ($28 million) also made the Top 25 in North America. British boy band Take That's reunion tour came in second to U2's 360 trek based on worldwide receipts, making $224 million. Bon Jovi grossed nearly $150 million worldwide, good enough for third, with tours by Swift ($104 million worldwide) and Roger Waters ($103 million) rounding out the top five. Also making Pollstar's worldwide list were Rihanna, the Foo Fighters, Justin Bieber, Usher and the Kings of Leon. Did you attend any of the highest-grossing tours in 2011? Let us know in the comments!
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