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Beyonce, Lady Gaga Lead 2009 VMA Nominations
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Awards, Music Videos, Hip-Hop & Rap, Pop, R&B / Soul,
Which had a bigger visual impact this year? Beyonce‘s “Single Ladies” dance or Lady Gaga’s eccentric outfits?
On September 13, both ladies will have the opportunity to take home 9 Moonmen from this fall’s Video Music Awards. That’s the most nominations for any artist his year. (There are only two categories - Best New Artist and Best Choreography - in which the two don’t compete against each other.)
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VIDEO: Joe Jonas is No Drummer Boy
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Videos, Pop,
This might possibly be even more embarrassing than Joe Jonas’ attempt of the “Single Ladies” dance.
At a Jonas Brothers concert this week in Philadelphia, Joe demonstrated why he should only be allowed to hold a microphone. Watch the beginning of this clip as he nails Nick Jonas hard with a drumstick.
That’s brotherly love for ya!
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An alleged unreleased Michael Jackson tune has leaked onto the Internet. The song is a remake of “A Horse with No Name,” recorded by America in 1971. This version, “A Place with No Name,” received recording permission “several years ago.” It’s not known, however, when Jackson actually recorded the song.
Read More | TMZ
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Video: Coldplay Pays Tribute to Michael Jackson with Billie Jean Performance
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Concerts / Tours, Performances, Videos, Pop, Rock,
A few days ago at their concert in the Shoreline Amphitheater, Coldplay did a live performance of “Billie Jean,” paying tribute to Michael Jackson, getting the crowd into it as well. The video is shot from the crowd, and starts just a bit into the performance.
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Warning: If you like listening to “The Climb,” prepare yourself to be sick of it shortly.
According to Ryan Seacrest, the Miley Cyrus song is the top single American Idol auditioners are testing out their chops too.
TV’s $45 million host revealed the tidbit in a tweet posted late yesterday: “Idol auds in denver..hot temps…the most popular song on the road so far miley cyrus “the climb” for real.”
Which city will perform that Hannah Montana song best? We’ll find out when American Idol 9 returns next year.
(FYI - You can also follow Albumista on Twitter.)
Read More | Entertainment Weekly
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London Tribute Concert Planned for Jackson
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Rumors, Videos, Pop,
Ever since Michael Jackson’s death, there had been whispers about a possible tribute tour. Now it appears London may finally get a chance to celebrate the King of Pop’s music.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, there are plans to hold a concert on August 29 in the 02 Arena. That date would have marked Michael’s 51st birthday. Although it’s unclear whether Jackson’s siblings will be performing at this event, AEG Live President Randy Phillips said this might be a possibility during an earlier interview.
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VIDEO: Madonna’s Tribute to the King of Pop
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Videos, Pop,
As we mentioned earlier, Madonna was preparing to include a Michael Jackson tribute during her Sticky & Sweet tour. Last night’s concert was held at London’s O2 arena, the same location Michael was scheduled to appear in.
In the cllp above, the singer celebrates the King of Pop with help from a look-alike performer. “Kento, my dancer, was obsessed with Michael all his life. And when Michael was having auditions for his tour, Kento really wanted to go but he’d already made a commitment to me. So now he’s about to have his moment and be Michael at my show,” Madonna said in a pre-show interview.
“I am so terribly sad about Michael Jackson’s death. I don’t know what artist wasn’t inspired by him,” she added.
Jackson’s would have celebrated his next birthday August 29. The Material Girl is only 13 days older than him.
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U2, Madonna Honor Jackson in Concert
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Videos, Pop, Rock,
The 2009 BET Awards isn’t the only place celebrities are paying tribute to the King of Pop.
During their kickoff concert earlier this week, the members of U2 also honored Michael Jackson. In the video above, the band sings snippets of both “Man in the Mirror” and “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough” while in Barcelona.
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Is Jackson Family Considering Concert Tour?
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Rumors, Pop,
Even though refunds are now being offered for Michael Jackson’s tour, there had been rumors that his siblings could pick up some of the pieces.
Just yesterday, it was reported that the Jackson clan - including sister Janet - was considering doing a tribute tour in their brother’s honor. This supposedly could have meant performances on some of Michael’s old London dates. It also might have meant stops in the United States. It’s not clear now how the upcoming refunds would affect a gathering, if at all.
The family would have reportedly performed songs done by or with the King of Pop.
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Free Download: Michael Jackson Tribute - Better On The Other Side
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Artist News, Collaborations, Hip-Hop & Rap, Pop, R&B / Soul, Free Music Downloads,
New York’s Hot 97 just put out a free MP3 download of a Michael Jackson tribute track. The song, Better On The Other Side, features The Game, Chris Brown, DIddy, Polow Da Don, Mario, Usher, Boyz II Men, and more. You can download the track now, or head to Hot 97’s tribute page for more info on the song.
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