- Artist: Britney Spears
- Label: Jive
- Album: Circus
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=501686&vid=322811
Friday, December 31, 2010
Kanye West's Unfinished 'Monster' Video Leaks Online
Gory video features Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, and images of decapitated women and zombies feasting on flesh.
By Gil Kaufman
Kanye West (file)
Photo: Lester Cohen/ Getty Images
The lyrics to Kanye West's all-star track "Monster" are full of dark images of bloodsuckers, dead hands, the devil, sarcophagi, ghouls, goblins, murder, fangs and Chucky from "Child's Play."
And though he's not often one to take such a literal path in the imagery that accompanies his songs, a leaked version of the unfinished video for West's "Monster" lives up to the gruesome, blood-drenched lyrical barbs served up in the song by Yeezy, Rick Ross, Jay-Z and Nicki Minaj. The fuller version is in keeping with the gory glimpses seen in late November when a preview leaked online.
At press time, West had not commented on the leak, but online hip-hop communities were abuzz about the transgressive nature of the images in the five-minute clip. It opens with the disturbing sight of several woman in lingerie and high heels hanging from nooses around Ross as he sits on a throne and smokes a cigar, then switches to a scene of West being groped by the hands of unseen women reaching through a metal gate.
As he raps about "the best living or dead, hands down, huh?" West pops up shirtless on a bed with electric-blue sheets next to two hollow-eyed women in lingerie. They appear to be dead as he positions their limp arms around each other. What follows are scenes in which a woman in a designer dress drags a lifeless man's body across the floor and then draws blood as she steps on his chest with her spiked heels.
The clip, which borrows heavily from monster and horror movie tropes seen in such films as "Saw," "Night of the Living Dead" and "American Psycho," depicts Kanye in a mansion trying to hold back a horde of zombie attackers, dead women splayed out on dinner tables, a zombie couple feasting on a bloody corpse, glowing-eyed ghoulies crawling down halls, Jay-Z rapping in a crisp suit in front of a dead naked woman draped face-down on a leather couch, and West standing in cowboy gear while holding a woman's severed head.
Amidst all these graphic images of decapitated and dismembered female forms comes a scene in which Nicki, wearing black leather bondage gear and wielding a leather riding crop, engages in a psychological showdown with herself. She's seen riding herd over a hooded figure in a white wedding dress strapped to an executioner's chair, wielding a long, sharp sword. Once the hood is removed, it's clear that Minaj is confronting her pink-wigged Barbie alter ego as the two sides of her personality engage in a death match that swings from a lap dance to seeming threats of murder.
The flesh feast ends with glimpses of a female werewolf in black teddy and rocking bushy grey muttonchops dancing in front of a fire, West cuddling in bed with his deceased female companions and pale hands reaching out from behind a door.
No release date has been announced for the official version of the "Monster" video.
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No hay más Led Zeppelin
A pesar de lo dicho ayer, Peter Mensch, manager del guitarrista Jimmy Page, se retractó totalmente en eso que la banda buscaría un reemplazo al ultragenial Robert Plant para seguir rockeando y toureándola por el mundo tras su show de 2007 en el O2 Arena de Londres por el poder de la música más sexual de la historia. No habrá más Led Zeppelin, no hay planes de que lo haya.
Mensch comentó: "Led Zeppelin se acabó. Si no los vieron en el 2007, se los perdieron. Probaron reemplazantes a Robert Plant, pero nada funcionó. Se acabó. No hay planes para continuar. Francamente, ojalá todos dejaran de hablar al respecto."
Los fans no están nada contentos, especialmente los británicos, considerando los precios delirantes de las entradas del show reunión.
¿Y a ti? ¿Qué te parece todo esto?
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Thursday, December 30, 2010
Snowpocalypse 2011 Brings Out Amazing Art
What happens when a giant blizzard hits the East Coast and brings life practically to a standstill? Art gets moving. Apparently. We're beginning to see some very cool photography and short films come out of the weather disaster, the latest of which is even being praised by Roger Ebert! This short film by Jamie Stuart is an homage to a 1929 film called "Man With a Movie Camera." In Stuart's version, "Idiot With a Tripod," you watch as Stuart documents the snow accumulation and tactfully shows how people lived through it. It's poignant and simple. Check it out! [Huffington Post]
Source: http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-snowpocalypse-2011-brings-out-amazing-art/?eref=RSS
Britney Spears - 2008 Video Of The Year: Britney Spears "Piece of Me
2008 Video Of The Year: Britney Spears "Piece of Me
- Artist: Britney Spears
- Label: Jive/Zomba Label Group
- Director: Wayne Isham
- Album: Blackout
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=501686&vid=421943
Nicole Richie's Probation Ends Two Months Early
Nicole Richie is free at last!
The starlet's probation, stemming from a 2006 DUI, was officially terminated as of Wednesday morning -- two months earlier than scheduled.
According to TMZ.com, Richie's lawyer went to court on her behalf and presented the judge with proof that his client had completed all the terms of probation. The paperwork included a stellar report from the alcohol education program in which Richie has been enrolled for the last 18 months.
Her probation was scheduled to end in February, but since all the terms have been satisfied, the judge agreed to terminate it early.
It's admirable how Joel Madden's honey has turned her life around and put her troubled days behind her. Transforming from Paris Hilton's party girl best friend, to a devoted mother and wife, the star's future looks brighter than ever.
Do you think Nicole Richie is reformed? Chime in below!
Source: http://www.ivillage.com/nicole-richies-probation-ends-two-months-early/1-a-310063
Latest Dish!
Nicole Richie's free at last! - iVillage
Find out what happens to Bella & Edward in added Breaking Dawn scene - Celebuzz
NYC blizzard claims the life of a newborn - The Stir
Do Americans overdo it? - MomLogic
Snooki won't be spending NYE in a hamster ball - PopEater
Source: http://celebritybabyscoop.com/2010/12/30/latest-dish
Andrew Garfield Says Tobey Maguire Gave His 'Spider-Man' Blessing
'It was generous of him to reach out and say something, so I'm thankful,' new Spidey tells BBC News.
By Terri Schwartz
Andrew Garfield
Photo: Jon Furniss/ Getty Images
One would expect that there were some hard feelings after Sony dropped their planned "Spider-Man 4" movie early this year and chose instead to pursue a reboot of the franchise focusing on a teenage Peter Parker. But the star of the upcoming "Spider-Man" film, Andrew Garfield, said that isn't the case.
In fact, during an interview with BBC News, Garfield said that, though he still hasn't met Tobey Maguire, the previous star of the "Spider-Man" franchise has willingly passed the torch to the young British actor.
"[Maguire] sent me a lovely message through a mutual friend," Garfield revealed. "He gave me his support, and it meant a great deal, of course, because part of the reason I love and have continued to love this character was because of his portrayal. To step into those shoes is no mean feat. It was generous of him to reach out and say something, so I'm thankful."
News that Garfield had been chosen to play Spidey was announced on July 1 after a series of casting rumors. This has been a big year for Garfield, as he earned his first Golden Globe nomination for his role in "The Social Network" and is likely to earn an Oscar nod as well. Maguire has been doing pretty well for himself since the news, too.
As a huge fan of Spider-Man since he was 4 years old, Garfield was thrilled to be cast as his comic book hero. This franchise is a big step away from his previous dramatic roles, but Garfield compared Stan Lee's comic books to a "modern kind of Greek mythology" in terms of their themes.
Filming began on the movie two weeks before Christmas, and the star confirmed that the footage is being shot in 3-D for its planned 2012 release. Garfield said footage was shown on the camera monitors in 3-D as well, so director Marc Webb and the rest of the production staff would sit behind the camera wearing their "silly glasses" while he and co-star Emma Stone performed.
As for his casting, Garfield told BBC News, "It's wonderful in theory, isn't it? You kind of go, 'Well, this is going to be great.' But then, of course, in practice, it's obviously a great deal of hard work and a great deal of pressure, but wonderful. It's incredible."
Check out everything we've got on "Spider-Man."
For breaking news and previews of the latest comic book movies -- updated around the clock -- visit SplashPage.MTV.com.
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What If A '16 and Pregnant' Teen Chose Abortion?
Throughout three seasons of MTV's 16 and Pregnant, teens grapple with unplanned pregnancy in one of two ways. They either decide to raise the baby, or they give the baby up for adoption. None of them go with that unnamed third option: aborting the baby.
That just changed. In a special episode called "No Easy Decision" (December 28, 11:30 p.m. ET), MTV's cameras follow 19-year-old Markai Durham (of 16 and Pregnant, Season 3) as she decides to abort her second baby.
Do you agree with Markai's choice to let cameras capture her decision to abort? Chime in below.
Source: http://www.ivillage.com/what-if-16-and-pregnant-teen-chose-abortion/1-a-309748
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Today's Lady News: Brett Favre's Accuser Says The NFL Is Sexist
- Brett Favre will be fined $50,000 — but not suspended — by the National Football League for not cooperating with an investigation into his shady behavior. In response to Favre's punishment, his alleged victim, former New York Jets employee Jenn Sterger, is trashing the NHL for being sexist and claiming she provided insufficient evidence. "Today's decision is an affront to all females and shows once again that, despite tough talk, the NFL remains the good old boys' league," Sterger said through a lawyer. I couldn't agree more, frankly. [TMZ.com]
- Did you miss MTV's abortion special, "No Easy Decision," last night with teen mom Markai Durham from "16 & Pregnant"? You can watch the whole show here. [MTV]
Source: http://www.thefrisky.com/post/246-todays-lady-news-122910/?eref=RSS
Britney Spears - Break the Ice
- Artist: Britney Spears
- Label: Jive/Zomba Label Group
- Director: Robert Hales
- Album: Blackout
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=501686&vid=215555
Usher - There Goes My Baby
- Artist: Usher
- Label: LaFace Records, JLG
- Director: Anthony Mandler
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1270&vid=544989
Queen 'V's Herald Show's Return to ABC
'V' actresses Morena Baccarin, Laura Vandervoort and Jane Badler on alien family drama as the show returns Jan. 4 on ABC.
Michael Jackson - Hold My Hand
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Label: Columbia Records/SMG
- Album: Michael
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1102&vid=605180
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Britney Spears' Producer Opens Up About Her New Album
'She is actually damn professional,' Shellback says in radio interview.
By Jocelyn Vena
Britney Spears
Photo: Eric Charbonneau/ Le Studio/ Wireimage
Britney Spears fans are gearing up for the release of the singer's new music in 2011. With the album due out in March, and a single expected to drop before then, details are slowly emerging about the music and what it was like to work with Spears on the follow-up to 2008's Circus.
"Right now we are preparing for Britney's upcoming album, which will be released in March. Some other things too, but the main focus is the album," Swedish producer Shellback said in a recent radio interview. "It works in many different ways [when you work with Britney]. You can make something absolutely new, or take a beat that's three years old and come up with a good sound."
Shellback, who worked with Pink on "Raise Your Glass," collaborated with Dr. Luke and Max Martin on music for Spears. The producers are donating a guitar they used on the album to charity.
"[Britney]'s actually damn professional. You read a lot on the Internet that Britney is not singing and mimes, but she is actually damn professional," Shellback said. "She's done it since she was 16. And just rhythmic way, she is f---ing awesome! And you do not have to go through and talk about the rhythms and stuff that you sometimes have to do. She's very easy in the studio."
Spears has shared her excitement about the new album with fans via her Twitter page. "I'm almost done with my new album and it will be coming out this March," she wrote. "I AM IN L-O-V-E WITH IT!"
Are you excited for Britney's new album? Tell us in the comments below!
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Jessica Simpson Tweets About Fiance?s First Xmas
It looks like the Kardashians weren't the only famous family to have a close-knit Christmas this year. On Sunday, Jessica Simpson hopped on Twitter to tell fans all about spending the holiday with her fam and fiance Eric Johnson.
The 30-year-old singer/reality star posted, "I'm so grateful this holiday season!!! I hope everyone had a magical Christmas! Love you X." According to E!, Simpson, alongside sister Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, her hubby Pete Wentz and their 2-year-old son Bronx Mowgli, spent the weekend at their parents house in the San Fernando Valley.
Simpson then gushed about her Christmas with her groom-to-be on her page, telling followers, "Eric is the perfect addition to our family. We all stayed at my parents on xmas eve. We are lucky to have 3 new studs in the fam : Pete, BX, and EJ!"
Little sister Ashlee, 26, seemed to agree that it was a happy holiday for their ever-expanding brood as she reported on her Twitter page on December 25th, "Best day ever :) I feel blessed to have so much joy, and amazing love in my life."
Do you think Eric Johnson will make a good addition to the Simpson family? Chime in below!
Source: http://www.ivillage.com/jessica-simpson-tweets-about-fiance-s-first-xmas/1-a-309501
Beyonce Can't Pick Her Favorite Jay-Z Song
'I can't tell you which one is my favorite. It's just too many,' singer tells MTV News.
By Jocelyn Vena
Beyoncé arrives at her "I Am ... World Tour" DVD screening on Sunday
Photo: Jemal Countess/Getty Images
Jay-Z is letting fans into his world with two major releases this month. He just published his book, "Decoded," in which he takes a closer look at his career, and on Monday (November 22), Hova is releasing a greatest-hits album, The Hits Collection, Volume 1.
The album features Jay's most memorable tunes, including "Big Pimpin'," "Hard Knock Life," "99 Problems" and his collabo with his superstar wife, Beyoncé, "03' Bonnie & Clyde."
But when MTV News caught up with Bey Sunday at a New York screening for her DVD concert special, "I Am ... World Tour," she admitted that "Bonnie & Clyde" isn't her favorite Jay-Z track.
"God, that's not my favorite, even though I like it," she laughed. "I can't tell you which one is my favorite. It's just too many. You're putting me on the spot!"
While the pair may be releasing fresh products at the same time, the singer insists there is no competition in the Carter-Knowles household.
"No absolutely not, [there is no competition]," she told reporters at the DVD event, going on to praise "Decoded." "That book is unbelievable, and I think we're all really proud of it. And this DVD [out this] Thanksgiving — it's the holiday season of everyone's [material] coming out."
The DVD shows a new, more intimate side of the usually private Beyoncé, and Jay-Z admits that his book also sheds new light on his persona and career. "A lot of people listen to music, but they don't really listen to it," he explained. "You may know the words and you may bop your head to it, but you don't really understand what you're singing."
Open the floodgates! It's Mega-Release Week, with Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Jay-Z, Ne-Yo, Ke$ha, My Chemical Romance and Lloyd Banks all dropping new albums. Stick with MTV News for everything you need to know about the brand-new music.
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Ideeli
Oh my...
Seeing this top on Ideeli...
...made me laugh because of this post.
Six months later and, still, no one wants it.
Source: http://www.prettyinthecity.com/blog/2010/12/12/ideeli.html
Led Zeppelin - Black Dog
- Artist: Led Zeppelin
- Label: Atlantic Recording Corp.
- Album: Led Zeppelin IV
Monday, December 27, 2010
Gwyneth Paltrow Turned To Robert Downey Jr. For 'Country Strong' Insight
Paltrow asked her 'Iron Man' co-star for help understanding her drug-addicted character.
By Kara Warner, with reporting by Josh Horowitz
Gwyneth Paltrow
Photo: MTV News
For her role in "Country Strong" (in theaters this week), Gwyneth Paltrow didn't just face the challenge of singing and recording country music. In order to embody her character — fallen Nashville star Kelly Canter — she also tapped into some dark elements that are unfortunately tied to the pitfalls of being a celebrity: addiction and drug use.
When MTV News caught up with the Oscar winner, we asked her how she was able to harness a dark side for the film.
"I'm a very dark person," she joked. "Don't let me fool you.
"I think we all have darkness, don't we?" she said, seriously. "I certainly do. I've been through a lot. I know people who have been through a lot, and there's always a lot to draw from. You see things, I think, when you're an actor. You notice behavior and you notice stuff. It all kind of goes into the computer."
Interestingly enough, Paltrow ended up reaching out to her "Iron Man" co-star and friend Robert Downey Jr. — who has been through his share of career ups and downs — for his insight into what leads a person into that addictive, self-destructive behavior.
"[I reached out to him] because I understood addiction, I used to be very addicted to cigarettes," Paltrow revealed. "I understood that, 'This is bad for me. My father has throat cancer, but I'm going to smoke this,' but I couldn't understand in terms of wrecking other people's lives in your wake and just being so altered and so drunk or on pills that you embarrass yourself and you wreck people's lives and you cheat on people. All that stuff ... it was a whole other level.
"He really helped me understand how you get there," she said of Downey. "He wrote me this amazing e-mail. I was like, 'OK, I get it now.' "
Check out everything we've got on "Country Strong."
For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.
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MTV News' Top 25 Stories Of 2010
Of course Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber made the list, but some of the other high scorers might surprise you.
By Kara Warner
Lady Gaga at the 2010 VMAs
Photo: Frederick M. Brown/ Getty Images
The ebbs and flows of the news cycle are as inconsistent and difficult to predict as Lady Gaga's next outfit or Kanye West's next tweet. This year in particular has been a wild ride, complete with meat clothing, new music superstars and the spread of Bieber fever. As the year comes to a close, here at MTV News, we've been taking a look back at all the news that was fit to print in 2010 and, more specifically, which people, places and events you, our most valued readers, found most interesting.
We enlisted the biggest brains in our offices to come up with some magical mathematics (i.e., Internet traffic numbers) in order to determine the top 25 people, events, TV shows, movies and other news that received the most MTV love from our readers. For our most loyal fans, and those in tune with pop culture, it's likely not too difficult to imagine which people and events made the list, but there were a few surprises here and there. So without further ado, here's a breakdown of the 25 most clicked-on stories of the year, followed by the full list.
» Four of the top five stories were about people: Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Eminem and Kanye West.
» Five TV shows made the cut: "American Idol," "Dancing With the Stars," "Jersey Shore," "Glee" and MTV's bittersweet farewell to "The Hills"
» Five stories involved some form of drama: Lil Wayne's legal drama, T.I.'s legal woes, Bret Michaels' brain hemorrhage, Lindsay Lohan's addiction and court dramas, and John Mayer's Playboy interview.
» Two movie franchises had — and continue to have — their audiences and fans captivated: "The Twilight Saga," and "Harry Potter."
Check out the lineup below. Which one was your favorite?
1. Lady Gaga, 6.2 million views
2. "American Idol," 6 million views
3. Justin Bieber, 5.79 million views
4. Eminem, 5.7 million views
5. Kanye West, 4.5 million views
6. Drake, 3.8 million views
7. VMAs, 3.7 million views
8. "Twilight"/"Eclipse"/"Breaking Dawn," 3.5 million views
9. Haiti/ "We Are the World," 2.8 million views
10. Nicki Minaj, 2.7 million views
11. Taylor Swift, 2.4 million views
12. Lil Wayne's legal drama, 2.2 million views
13. Katy Perry, 2 million views
14. "Dancing With the Stars," 1.9 million views
15. "Jersey Shore" becomes a pop culture phenomenon, 1.6 million views
16. T.I. legal dramas/album, 1.36 million views
17. Harry Potter, 1.3 million views
18. Bret Michaels' brain hemorrhage, 1.3 million views
19. Lindsay Lohan's many dramas, 1.8 million views
20. Lady Gaga's "Telephone," 1.3 million views
21. "Glee," 1.18 million views
22. Britney Spears, 903K
23. "The Hills," 863K
24. John Mayer's Playboy interview, 672K views
25. Conan/Leno late-night drama, 686K
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Gwyneth Paltrow Says Husband Chris Martin Is A 'Genius' Actor
'I don't think he would ever do it, but he's genius,' she tells MTV News.
By Kara Warner, with reporting by Josh Horowitz
Gwyneth Paltrow
Photo: MTV News
We know that Gwyneth Paltrow has the singing chops to portray a down-on-her-luck Nashville star in "Country Strong." But what MTV News didn't know was whether her husband, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, has what it takes to venture into the world of acting.
So we went straight to Paltrow and asked: Does Martin have acting skills as stellar as her singing talents?
"Definitely," Paltrow said of Martin's acting potential. "I don't think he would ever do it, but he's genius. Did you ever see him in 'Extras'?" Paltrow offered as proof. In his episode of the short-lived Ricky Gervais show, Martin guest-starred as an arrogant, exaggeratedly self-absorbed version of himself who tries to sneak a mention of a new Coldplay album into a public-service announcement about the need for clean drinking water.
Well, if Martin won't consider acting, might Paltrow consider doing a cover of a Coldplay song?
"Me? God no," Paltrow said. "No. We just can't, like, merge. His career is there and mine is there."
Don't count Paltrow out of the singing game yet, however. She did put some thought into what type of music she'd sing on an album of her own.
"I think if I was going to make a country record, it would be, like, a super-bare, kind of stripped-back kind of country," Paltrow explained. "Like a little bit of bluegrass-influenced kind of thing."
But Paltrow said she wouldn't necessarily limit herself to one genre, saying she really loved singing Cee Lo's "Forget You" on "Glee." "I also love singing '40s standards and stuff like that," she added.
Go for it, Gwyneth! And get your hubby to do some more acting while you're at it.
What would you prefer: a Gwyneth Paltrow album or Chris Martin acting? Tell us in the comments!
Check out everything we've got on "Country Strong."
For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.
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Sunday, December 26, 2010
New Led Zeppelin On The Way? Jason Bonham Hints At 'Jam' Sessions With Jimmy Page -- But Not Robert Plant
Drummer admits he doesn't know what will come of 'new material.'
By Chris Harris
Jason Bonham
Photo: Larry Marano/ Getty Images
On Friday morning, mere hours before he was due to take the stage with classic rockers Foreigner at Detroit's GM Renaissance Center, drummer Jason Bonham — the son of late Led Zeppelin kitman John Bonham — told Jim Johnson and Lynne Woodison of local rock station 94.7 WCSX that he'd be an ex-member of Foreigner as of September 1. But that's not the only thing he said.
Much to the delight of Led Zeppelin fans everywhere, Bonham revealed that he's been meeting up with Led Zep guitarist Jimmy Page and bassist John Paul Jones in recent months and that they've been "trying to do some new material and writing."
It was the first time since Led Zeppelin announced they would re-form for a single performance (which happened late last year at London's O2 Arena, in honor of the late Ahmet Ertegün, who signed the band to Atlantic Records in 1969) that anyone connected to the band has confirmed publicly that new music could be on the horizon for the iconic rockers. While the bandmembers have stopped short of definitively ruling out such a reunion, singer Robert Plant insisted in the wake of last year's show that he intended to focus on promoting and touring behind his critically lauded album with bluegrass artist Alison Krauss, Raising Sand.
Not that Bonham knows what — if anything — will happen with the new material he's been working on with Page (who collaborated with pop singer Leona Lewis on an uneven version of Zep's "Whole Lotta Love" at the Olympic closing ceremonies in Beijing on Sunday night) and Jones. He said he just shows up and takes his seat behind the kit.
"I've been over [to England] a couple of times," Bonham said. "I've been working with Jimmy and John Paul and trying to do ... some new material and some writing. I don't know what it will be, but it will be something. At the moment, all I know is I have the great pleasure to go and jam with the two guys and start work on some material. When I get there, I never ask any questions. If I get a phone call to go and play, I enjoy every moment of it. Whatever it ends up as, to ever get a chance to jam with two people like that, it is a phenomenal thing for me. It's my life. It's what I've dreamed about doing."
He said it's still too early to tell what will become of these "jam" sessions, but admitted that the "possibility of doing something is in the cards. I really felt it was in the cards from the moment we walked offstage at the O2." Bonham also explained that, before there could be a Led Zep LP, "lots of politics [would need to] get ironed out," but added that recording with Zep is "something I've always wanted to do."
Bonham noticeably didn't mention frontman Plant's name during the discussion. A spokesperson for Page's management had no comment on the matter, and a spokesperson for Jones' management could not be reached by press time.
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'The Smurfs' Land In Central Park In New Photo
"The Smurfs" might not be invading New York City until August 2011, but that doesn't mean that they won't remind us that they're coming. In a new image from the upcoming film, Papa Smurf, Brainy Smurf, Smurfette, Grouchy Smurf, Gutsy Smurf and Panicky Smurf just landed in Central Park on a nice sunny Manhattan day. [...]
Source: http://moviesblog.mtv.com/2010/12/22/the-smurfs-new-photo/
Grammy Hits And Misses: Ke$ha Shut Out, Bruno Mars Cleans Up
Big Boi and Alicia Keys are also left out, but Florence and the Machine and Ray LaMontagne get some much-deserved love.
By Gil Kaufman
Ke$ha
Photo: Kristian Dowling / PictureGroup
What would the annual Grammy nominations announcement be without the next-day quarterbacking and bellyaching about who got dissed and who got just the right amount of Academy love?
While this year's batch of contenders is mostly devoid of the WTF factor of past nomination seasons, when veteran acts such as Steely Dan, Robert Plant and Herbie Hancock sucked most of the air out of the room, there were still plenty of surprises, omissions and flat-out questionable choices to go around.
The one most people were buzzing about Thursday (December 2) was the blank delivered to Ke$ha, who earned a grand total of zero nominations for her debut, Animal, despite launching several hits and earning a major spot in the pop-culture universe in 2010. The snub was even more noticeable because one of her producers, Dr. Luke, was nominated in the producer category and four of the eight songs that earned him that spot were from Ke$ha's debut.
We spoke to Entertainment Weekly music critic Leah Greenblatt about that oversight and many others in this year's nominations. She said the Ke$ha situation was surprising, especially considering the love that the similarly poptastic Katy Perry got for Teenage Dream, which has sold well but, like Animal, was not critically adored upon release.
"But I think it's really cool to see Florence [and the Machine] get that nomination [for Best New Artist], and I think it's awesome that Esperanza Spalding also got nominated [in that category]," she said of the little-known jazz singer who likely sent many people to Google on Wednesday night.
Greenblatt was also excited that raspy-voiced singer Ray LaMontagne snagged a spot in the Song of the Year category for "Beg Steal or Borrow" and another in the Best Contemporary Folk Album category.
"As fogie-ish as the Grammys are, it seems like this year they went more towards a Teen Choice Awards direction with a noticeably younger group of nominees," she said, wondering if it was a conscious decision to try and make the show hipper or if it's a signal of the changing demographic of Grammy voters. "And I think Bruno Mars deserves all of his nominations," she added about the singer/songwriter/producer who scored seven nods. "He only had one hit, but he really shaped popular music this year with the songs he did for Travie McCoy, B.o.B and Cee Lo. He brought so much musicality to R&B and pop. He's making music and playing instruments and he's insanely melodic. He's not just jacking samples."
As for how Eminem ended up with the most nominations at 10, she chalked it up to the "Sandra Bullock factor," speculating that Grammy voters might have just thought it was Marshall Mathers' time to shine again. "He's not universally liked for his sparkling personality, but it seems like it's his time," she said of the rapper, who had the year's best-selling album with Recovery and stormed back with some of the most melodic, accessible music of his decade-plus career. "It almost seemed like he was deemed safe enough for the Grammys this year ... and the album is so incredibly commercial. It's as safe as Eminem gets."
As for who got left off, Greenblatt said she was surprised at the lack of "American Idol" names on the list, with season-eight winner Kris Allen getting shut out and that season's runner-up, Adam Lambert, only getting a bid for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "Whataya Want From Me."
And for a song that was one of the best-selling singles of the year, it was surprising that Train's "Hey, Soul Sister," Grammy bait if there ever was, managed only one nod for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals — for a live version of the tune.
There were other glaring omissions to be sure: no love for rappers Rick Ross and Big Boi, just a pair of nominations for last year's big winners Kings of Leon, a shutout for Lady Gaga's smash "Bad Romance" in the Record and Song of the Year categories (it did show up in Best Female Pop Vocal Performance) as well as for B.o.B and Hayley Williams' mega-hit "Airplanes," which scored only a Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals acknowledgment.
Greenblatt was also disappointed that Alicia Keys' The Element of Freedom got blanked, despite the handfuls of Grammys the singer has taken home in the past. And considering its major impact on the pop-culture landscape, "Glee" only got noticed in the Best Compilation Soundtrack Album for Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media category and Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group With Vocals for "Don't Stop Believin'," which Greenblatt said may have had something to do with the fact that the songs on the show are covers and not original compositions.
In the end, though, she said this year's Grammys were mostly devoid of the giant head-smacking omissions and inclusions of past years and with the strong recognition to a new generation of singers, another potential sign that the show might be inching in a new direction.
Which artists or albums do you think got too much (or not enough love) this year? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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Source: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1653445/20101202/kesha_.jhtml
True Grit Movie Preview
Which movies are fun for the whole family and which ones are treats just for you? Find out!
In theaters now...
True Grit
Short Story:
After her father is suddenly murdered, 14-year-old Mattie Ross seeks to extract revenge -- but she can't do it alone. To aid her mission, she hires notorious U.S. Marshall Reuben J. "Rooster" Cogburn (Jeff Bridges). Together, the two embark on a wild journey through Indian Nation and form an unlikely companionship with a Texas Ranger (Matt Damon), a man who is out to settle a score of his own.
What They're Saying:
"True Grit proves to be as funny and heroic as any other legend, and tells an expert tale to boot." - New York Daily News
"The big names in the cast all do excellent work, but the biggest surprise is all but unknown Steinfeld." - Los Angeles Times
Good For Kids?
These gun-slinging westerners may entice your kids. However, True Grit's violent outtakes won't do them any bit of good.
Gulliver's Travels
Short Story:
Gulliver's Travels puts a modern twist on the classic literary tale surrounding travel writer Lemuel Gulliver. When Gulliver (Jack Black) takes on an assignment in Bermuda, he mysteriously ends up on the unknown island of Liliput, where he strangely towers over the island's tiny inhabitants.
What They're Saying:
"...the traditional problem of big-budget family entertainment arises, where the grown-up jokes are too grown-up for the younger kids in the audience and the jokes for kids are too insipid and simplistic to appeal to grown-ups." - MSN
"Marketed as a hip, modern adaptation of a classic, the movie feels more like a Christmastime TV special projected in 3D." - Slant Magazine
Good For Kids?
While the kids are out of school for the holidays, Gulliver's Travels acts as the perfect substitute teacher.
Little Fockers
Short Story:
We've met the parents; we've seen the parents meet each other. Now, in the third installment of the Fockers franchise, it's time to meet the kids. Little Fockers once more follows Greg and Pam as they navigate their awkward familial relationship and introduce a new mischievous little Focker into the mix.
What They're Saying:
"Think of it as a mildly entertaining way to get out of the house this Christmas, rather than a cracker of a movie." - Birmingham Post
"All together now: "FockersFockers-Fockers." Are you rolling on the floor in hilarity?" - New York Daily News
Good For Kids?
The little ones will laugh at Little Fockers, but will the relate?
In case you missed...
How Do You Know
Short Story:
Professional softball player Lisa Jorgenson (Reese Witherspoon) finds herself in the midst a love triangle as two completely different guys (Owen Wilson and Paul Rudd) compete for her affections.
What They're Saying:
"Before it wraps up that question like the obedient Hollywood love story it eventually has to be, How Do You Know takes an unexpectedly candid detour through how incredibly hard just following that directive has become." - Village Voice
"The sad part is that How Do You Know is nowhere near as dumb as it looks. A couple of comic set pieces are inspired -- or would be, if Brooks's timing weren't off." - New York Magazine
Good For Kids?
Although kids may find this film's comedic antics entertaining, this PG-13 comedy is too mature for the little ones.
Tron Legacy
Short Story:
At age 27, Sam Flynn (Garrett Hedlund) is determined to find the father (Jeff Bridges) he thought had abandoned him as a child. When Sam uncovers the cyber universe his father has been living in for the past 20 years, the two reunite and embark on a dangerous adventure through the digital world of Tron.
What They're Saying:
"Given the movie's graphic pizzazz, the best hippie wisdom Bridges might offer the viewer is: Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream." - Village Voice
"While 21st-century effects and a cutting-edge dance score make this a stunning virtual ride, the underlying concept feels as far-fetched as ever." - Variety
Good For Kids?
The kids will get lost in Tron Legacy's 3-D world of adventure.
Yogi Bear
Short Story:
In this 3D adaption of the classic cartoon series, Yogi (Dan Aykroyd) and his trusty sidekick Boo Boo (Justin Timberlake) must team up with their longtime arch-nemesis, Ranger Smith, to save their home and stop Jellystone Park from being sold.
What They're Saying:
"Rock-bottom expectations are rewarded, sort of, in this update of Hanna-Barbera's necktied ursus." - Village Voice
"Neither smarter nor dumber than the average family-friendly comedy." - Variety
Good For Kids?
Break out the popcorn and licorice: This one's an instant kids' flick!
Do you enjoy watching country western flicks? Chime in below!
Source: http://www.ivillage.com/true-grit-movie-preview/1-a-308833
Happy Birthday Miley!
Source: http://www.celebritygossiphollywood.com/celebrities/miley-cyrus/happy-birthday-miley/
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Ideeli
Oh my...
Seeing this top on Ideeli...
...made me laugh because of this post.
Six months later and, still, no one wants it.
Source: http://www.prettyinthecity.com/blog/2010/12/12/ideeli.html
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