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Jay-Z, Rihanna and Kanye in Run This Town video
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music Videos, Hip-Hop & Rap,
So what does it take to properly “Run This Town”? Judging by Jay-Z, Rihanna and Kanye West’s appearances, the key is fashionable eyewear. (Sexy stockings also apparently help.)
In this video for Jay-Z’s new single, the trio rallies a group of torch-bearing, bandana-wearing followers to do…something. Maybe they’ll be in the crowd when the song is performed on Jay Leno’s new show?
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| Just Jared
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Lady Gaga to Tone Down Show
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Artist News, Industry News, Performances, Dance, Pop,
Lady Gaga is toning down her image for her trip to Israel. The “Poker Face” singer - famed for her provocative outfits and routines - has vowed to be respectful while she is in the Jewish country and can’t wait to see “sacred and holy” Jerusalem. She added her visit to the holy city will be “an emotional and spiritual experience.” However, the 23-year-old blonde - who plans to swim in the Dead Sea - admits she won’t be able to curb all her wild behavior and has confessed she might “get drunk in Jerusalem.”
Lady Gaga, who will perform the last show of her “Fame Ball” tour in Tel Aviv tonight, is not the first star ordered to tone down their image during a visit to a religious country. In October 2007, Beyonce Knowles canceled her concert in Malaysia after she was told to follow the Muslim country’s strict dress code. Gwen Stefani was also told to cover up during her Malaysian concert in August 2007. The flamboyant star wore sober outfits but called it a “major sacrifice”. She put jackets over her tops and leotards underneath her skirts and dresses, to conform to the guidelines during the show. Madonna was warned about her raunchy stage show for her concert in Russia’s St. Petersburg earlier this month.
Hand Injury Sidelines Motley Crue’s Tommy Lee
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Rock,
Kids - this is why you shouldn’t handle fireworks.
A mishap with sparklers - yes, sparklers - will keep Tommy Lee from performing in several concerts with his crew. The Motley Crue drummer suffered a burn to his left hand last week conveniently during the band’s Crue Fest 2 tour.
Thanks to bandages on Lee’s left thumb and forefinger, Sevendust’s Morgan Rose - who “came charging in like a knight in shining armor” according to Nikki Sixx - has been asked to fill in. His first performance was last Friday in Cincinnati.
“We all wanna say we’re sorry Tommy has to sit out a couple shows, but we hope to have him back up on the drums ASAP ... I think Morgan needs a standing ovation for his dedication to kicking ass and helping not only Mötley Crüe out, but the road crew and everybody else out here whose lives would (have) been [affected] ... As for now, Mötley Crüe is a five-piece band — making history, one injury at a time,” Sixx wrote on his MySpace page.
No word at this time when Lee will be able to resume playing. The tour wraps up on September 2nd.
Read More | Billboard
Contest: HP dv6 notebook, HP Mini 110 netbook, Timbuk2 bag, more!
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Announcements, Features, Hot Deals, PC / Laptop,
We realize that it’s been a few weeks since our last giveaway, so we are back with a vengeance this time around. As part of HP’s Back to School: Better Together campaign, we are a part of 25 different sites that are giving away a bunch of portable computing technology to one lucky winner. So, what’s up for grabs? Take a look:
- One HP dv6 notebook: Intel Core 2 Duo P7350, Windows Vista Ultimate, 4GB RAM, 500 GB Hard Drive, Blu-ray drive
- One HP Mini 110 netbook: Intel Atom 270, Windows XP, 1GB RAM, 10-inch display
- A customized Gear Live Timbuk2 bag
- Syncables software pre-installed on the notebooks, for hassle-free synchronization between the two
Sounds good, right? We’ve made entering super-easy. Here’s how to throw your name into the hat:
- Become a Fan of Gear Live on Facebook
- Follow Gear Live on Twitter
- Send out the following update to your Twitter account: “Hey @gearlive - Count me in on the HP Notebook giveaway! http://bit.ly/hp-giveaway #gearlive” (Click here to tweet this now)
That’s it! Our contest runs from today through August 20, at 11:59 PM PDT. As long as you’ve completed the above requirements by that time, you are entered. The winner will be picked randomly, and contacted through Facebook messaging, and will need to respond within 48 hours, or else another random entry will be selected as the winner. This contest is open to anyone, as long as you live on planet Earth, so you non-US residents, feel free to play along.
Mary J. Blige: Latest Idol Guest Judge
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, R&B / Soul,
Victoria Beckham and Mary J. Blige may be far apart musically, but their resumes do have one thing in common: American Idol.
Late this week, the former Spice Girl wrapped up her two-city stint as a guest judge in Boston. Her last-minute help was requested when Paula Abdul left the program. Now Blige will be the one adding the input when the show moves to Atlanta.
The Grammy award-winning R&B singer is no stranger to making television appearances. In addition to a performance on One Life to Live, she’s starred as herself on both Entourage and 30 Rock.
Read More | MTV
Jordin Sparks Joins Britney Spears Tour
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Pop,
American Idol champ Jordin Sparks is preparing to enter a whole new circus. It’s just been announced that the “Battlefield” singer will open for Britney Spears on a list of North American dates.
According to pop star’s website, Sparks will begin her stint in “The Circus Starring Britney Spears” on August 24 in New York. The 19-year-old will share the same stage with opening acts Kristinia DeBarge, Girlicious and One Call on various nights.
“Britney’s show is incredible and for me to be a part of it is a great opportunity,” Jordin said in a statement.
For more information on Sparks’ appearance dates, click here.
Read More | E! Online
Aerosmith Tour Canceled After Steven Tyler Fall
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Rock,
A frightening fall earlier this month has forced the cancellation of Aerosmith‘s summer tour.
On August 5, Steven Tyler and the rest of his bandmates were in Sturgis, S.D. when the lead singer - as seen in the video - took a spill off the stage. The 61-year-old was performing his signature moves when he gave the crowd more than they had bargained for. “I was doing the Tyler shuffle and then I zigged when I should have zagged ... AND I slipped, and as I live on the edge ... I fell off the edge!” Tyler recently stated.
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Read More | Rolling Stone
You may not recognize his face, but if you’re into music you’ve certainly heard his name. Les Paul was considered by many in the music industry to be a genius, something of a catalyst for modern guitar playing. If nothing else, you’ve heard of the almost-legendary guitar named for him, the Gibson Les Paul.
Paul helped create modern music as we know it today, and he continued to make sweet melodies until he was into his 90s. He died quietly this week in New York, aged 94.
“We owe many of his inventions that made the rock ‘n roll sound of today to him, and was the founding father of modern music,” said B.B. King on Paul’s death. “This is a huge loss to the music community and the world.”
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Read More | CNN
Brooks & Dunn Talk About Upcoming Split
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Upcoming Releases, Country,
Nearly 20 years after releasing their first album, one of country music’s biggest duos has decided to call it a day.
Earlier this week, Brooks & Dunn announced to their fans that their long run will officially end next year. “After 20 years of making music and riding this trail together, we have agreed as a duo that it’s time to call it a day. This ride has been everything and more than we could ever have dreamed…. We owe it all to you, the fans. If you hear rumors, don’t believe them, it’s just time.” the message on the group’s website read.
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Read More | CMT
Tim McGraw, Black Eyed Peas Ready for Some Football
Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Performances, Country, Hip-Hop & Rap,
We may still be six months away from Super Bowl XLIV, but musical acts are getting us pumped up for football now.
In just four weeks, the gridiron action will officially begin with a battle between the Tennessee Titans and last year’s champ, the Pittsburgh Steelers. But the activity won’t just be limited to the playing surface at Heinz Field. The regular season’s first game will be preceded by a concert at Pittsburgh’s Point State Park.
Those tailgating in the area can enjoy performances from both country singer Tim McGraw and the Black Eyed Peas. The free warm-up acts will both be open to the public.
The NFL’s 90th season begins on Thursday, Sept. 10 @ 8:30 pm EDT.
Read More | Hollywood Reporter
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