Performances from Lady Gaga and Elton John, Pink, the Black Eyed Peas and others steal the show.
By James Montgomery
Beyoncé at the 2010 Grammy Awards
Photo: Jeff Kravitz/ FilmMagic
There were plenty of over-the-top moments during Sunday night's (January 31) 52nd annual Grammy Awards, but none of them could outshine Beyoncé and Taylor Swift.
Yes, the dynamic duo — who were nominated for a combined 16 Grammy Awards — took home 10 of them, with Beyoncé winning six, including Song of the Year, and Swift snagging four, including the night's biggest trophy, Album of the Year.
"I hope that you know how much this means to me ... that we get to take this back to Nashville!" Swift squealed while accepting the Album of the Year award. "Our families are freaking out in their living rooms! My dad and my little brother are losing their minds in our living room right now!"
Swift's three other Grammys came in the country category,...
By James Montgomery
Beyoncé at the 2010 Grammy Awards
Photo: Jeff Kravitz/ FilmMagic
There were plenty of over-the-top moments during Sunday night's (January 31) 52nd annual Grammy Awards, but none of them could outshine Beyoncé and Taylor Swift.
Yes, the dynamic duo — who were nominated for a combined 16 Grammy Awards — took home 10 of them, with Beyoncé winning six, including Song of the Year, and Swift snagging four, including the night's biggest trophy, Album of the Year.
"I hope that you know how much this means to me ... that we get to take this back to Nashville!" Swift squealed while accepting the Album of the Year award. "Our families are freaking out in their living rooms! My dad and my little brother are losing their minds in our living room right now!"
Swift's three other Grammys came in the country category,...
- 2/1/2010
- MTV Music News
Michael Jackson's eldest two children accepted a lifetime achievement award on behalf of their late father at last night's Grammys (31.01.10). Prince Michael, 12, and 11-year-old Paris received a standing ovation as they took to the stage at Los Angeles' Staples Center - where their dad's public memorial was held last July - to collect the honour and then paid an emotional tribute to him. Prince said: "We are proud to be here to accept this award on behalf of our father, Michael Jackson. "First of all, we'd like to thank God for watching over us for these past seven months, and our grandma and grandpa for their love and support. We would also like the fans. Our father loved you so much because you were always there for him. "Our father was always concerned about the planet and humanity. Through all his hard work and dedication, he has helped many...
- 2/1/2010
- by cyan
- Gossipvita
Beyonce took home the most hardware with six wins to her credit, but Taylor Swift took home Album of the Year for "Fearless."
Here's the list of the winners in the major categories:
Record Of The Year
"Halo," Beyonce
"I Gotta Feeling," The Black Eyed Peas
"Use Somebody," Kings of Leon
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga
"You Belong With Me," Taylor Swift
Album Of The Year
"I Am...Sasha Fierce," Beyonce
"The E.N.D.," The Black Eyed Peas
"The Fame," Lady Gaga
"Big Whiskey and the Groogrux King," Dave Matthews Band
"Fearless," Taylor Swift
Song Of The Year
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga & RedOne
"Pretty Wings," Hod David & Musze
"Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)," Thaddis Harrell, Beyonce Knowles, Terius Nash & Christopher Stewart
"Use Somebody," Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill & Nathan Followill (Kings of Leon)
"You Belong With Me," Liz Rose & Taylor Swift
Best New Artist
Zac Brown Band...
Here's the list of the winners in the major categories:
Record Of The Year
"Halo," Beyonce
"I Gotta Feeling," The Black Eyed Peas
"Use Somebody," Kings of Leon
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga
"You Belong With Me," Taylor Swift
Album Of The Year
"I Am...Sasha Fierce," Beyonce
"The E.N.D.," The Black Eyed Peas
"The Fame," Lady Gaga
"Big Whiskey and the Groogrux King," Dave Matthews Band
"Fearless," Taylor Swift
Song Of The Year
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga & RedOne
"Pretty Wings," Hod David & Musze
"Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)," Thaddis Harrell, Beyonce Knowles, Terius Nash & Christopher Stewart
"Use Somebody," Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill & Nathan Followill (Kings of Leon)
"You Belong With Me," Liz Rose & Taylor Swift
Best New Artist
Zac Brown Band...
- 2/1/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
The 52nd Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Jan. 31 promises to be music's biggest night ... and also ladies night.
Beyonce Knowles, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga (left) made such an impact 2009, and they're well represented at the Grammy Awards with several nominations apiece.
Besides the usual performances and outrageous fashions (how can she sit in that?), this year's telecast also features a rare appearance by Michael Jackson's children, Prince Michael and Paris, who will accept a lifetime achievement award on behalf of their late father.
If you need to steal away during the festivities, no worries, we'll be recapping all of the show's highlights.
All times are Eastern.
8:00 p.m. - We've been promised some Lady Gaga for the opening, and there she is! She's left behind the Milky Way Galaxy red carpet look and instead is wearing a sparkly turquoise poofy Judy Jetson number with glitter mask to perform "Poker Face.
Beyonce Knowles, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga (left) made such an impact 2009, and they're well represented at the Grammy Awards with several nominations apiece.
Besides the usual performances and outrageous fashions (how can she sit in that?), this year's telecast also features a rare appearance by Michael Jackson's children, Prince Michael and Paris, who will accept a lifetime achievement award on behalf of their late father.
If you need to steal away during the festivities, no worries, we'll be recapping all of the show's highlights.
All times are Eastern.
8:00 p.m. - We've been promised some Lady Gaga for the opening, and there she is! She's left behind the Milky Way Galaxy red carpet look and instead is wearing a sparkly turquoise poofy Judy Jetson number with glitter mask to perform "Poker Face.
- 2/1/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Veteran rock icon Neil Young has finally won his first Grammy Award, after more that 40 years in the game. The Canadian singer-songwriter took home a Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package for "Neil Young Archives Vol. I (1963-1972)" and oft-delayed archives set. He was also celebrated as the Recording Academy's MusiCares Person of the Year award for his work in philanthropy. He's up against other feted songwriters John Fogerty, Prince, Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan for Best Solo Rock Vocal Performance, to be announced during the main ceremony tonight (Jan. 31), 8-11 p.m. Young -- a legend best known...
- 1/31/2010
- by Katie Hasty
- Hitfix
This year, many new faces are trying their luck in the game and competing with their seniors. Coming from places all over the U.S. and across the pond, some of them have to swallow bitterly as they failed to get their break, but several others succeeded in cracking Billboard charts and becoming one of those sought-after music talents.
Those newbies who have debuted either their single or album from January to December have been selected by AceShowbiz for its 10 Hottest New Music Acts list. Chosen based on their impressive achievements throughout the year 2009, they are expected to continue shining next year.
Drake
Drake is dubbed as one of the promising artists this year. In the July record of Billboard Hot 100, his American debut single "Best I Ever Had" climbed to No. 3, and Young Money's song "Every Girl" in which he lends his vocal reached No. 10. Those achievements placed him...
Those newbies who have debuted either their single or album from January to December have been selected by AceShowbiz for its 10 Hottest New Music Acts list. Chosen based on their impressive achievements throughout the year 2009, they are expected to continue shining next year.
Drake
Drake is dubbed as one of the promising artists this year. In the July record of Billboard Hot 100, his American debut single "Best I Ever Had" climbed to No. 3, and Young Money's song "Every Girl" in which he lends his vocal reached No. 10. Those achievements placed him...
- 12/29/2009
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
It's the shortest day of the year, but here's a bonus ray of sunshine to keep you going: a Robin Hood international trailer with England's legendary hero once again giving the Sheriff of Nottingham and the powers that be a very bad day. And yes, that's Russell Crowe channelling Sean Bean as Hood himself.This trailer makes it even more clear that Ridley Scott's film will not just centre on robbing from the rich to give to the poor in the forests around Nottingham, but all-out bloody civil war against Prince John (Oscar Isaac), with the help of Cate Blanchett's Maid Marion.The film's out on May 14, 2010. Check out the upcoming February issue of Empire for more on the movie.
- 12/21/2009
- EmpireOnline
Ho Ho Ho! It’s that time of the year for giving and receiving and if your having trouble finding the perfect gift for your loved one then i will hopefully mention something that will help fill that stocking in time for 25th December.
I’m going to run down my top Blu-Ray films, Top DVD’s, Top TV Boxsets and Top anything else that I think are must haves this year.
We’ve added links to Zavvi.com who are currently offering free delivering on everything so make sure you check them out.
Blu-ray and DVD Films
I’ll start with Blu-Ray/DVD films. Blu-Rays have reduced in price incredibly in the run up to Christmas and if you shop around then you will find all sort of deals like 2-4-1’s or 2 for a nice low price, and it’s still not to late to get them in time for Christmas.
I’m going to run down my top Blu-Ray films, Top DVD’s, Top TV Boxsets and Top anything else that I think are must haves this year.
We’ve added links to Zavvi.com who are currently offering free delivering on everything so make sure you check them out.
Blu-ray and DVD Films
I’ll start with Blu-Ray/DVD films. Blu-Rays have reduced in price incredibly in the run up to Christmas and if you shop around then you will find all sort of deals like 2-4-1’s or 2 for a nice low price, and it’s still not to late to get them in time for Christmas.
- 12/16/2009
- by Gary Phillips
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The nominations for the Grammy Awards were announced on Wednesday (you should check out the recap of the live nomination show, which featured performances by Nick Jonas and the Black Eyed Peas). It's impossible for the nominating committee to come up with a batch of noms that everybody will agree with, especially considering there are 110 categories worth of music to cover. But there are always a handful of head-scratching moments buried within the list of potential winners. Here are the five nominations that puzzle us.
Silversun Pickups for Best New Artist: Make no mistake: Silversun Pickups are an excellent band, and their 2008 album Swoon was grossly overlooked slice of fuzzy, dreamy rock. But Swoon was the band's second full-length, and they've been kicking around since 2005. How is it that they are a "new" artist? This happens every year, as the criteria surrounding the Best New Artist category only demands that...
Silversun Pickups for Best New Artist: Make no mistake: Silversun Pickups are an excellent band, and their 2008 album Swoon was grossly overlooked slice of fuzzy, dreamy rock. But Swoon was the band's second full-length, and they've been kicking around since 2005. How is it that they are a "new" artist? This happens every year, as the criteria surrounding the Best New Artist category only demands that...
- 12/3/2009
- by Kyle Anderson
- MTV Newsroom
If you're going to announce the nominees for the 52 Annual Grammy Awards, do it in song. And that's just what CBS did Dec. 2.
The award show will be broadcast live on Jan. 31.
Here's the complete list of nominees:
Record Of The Year
"Halo," Beyonce
"I Gotta Feeling," The Black Eyed Peas
"Use Somebody," Kings of Leon
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga
"You Belong With Me," Taylor Swift
Album Of The Year
"I Am...Sasha Fierce," Beyonce
"The E.N.D.," The Black Eyed Peas
"The Fame," Lady Gaga
"Big Whiskey and the Groogrux King," Dave Matthews Band
"Fearless," Taylor Swift
Song Of The Year
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga & RedOne
"Pretty Wings," Hod David & Musze
"Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)," Thaddis Harrell, Beyonce Knowles, Terius Nash & Christopher Stewart
"Use Somebody," Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill & Nathan Followill (Kings of Leon)
"You Belong With Me," Liz Rose & Taylor Swift
Best...
The award show will be broadcast live on Jan. 31.
Here's the complete list of nominees:
Record Of The Year
"Halo," Beyonce
"I Gotta Feeling," The Black Eyed Peas
"Use Somebody," Kings of Leon
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga
"You Belong With Me," Taylor Swift
Album Of The Year
"I Am...Sasha Fierce," Beyonce
"The E.N.D.," The Black Eyed Peas
"The Fame," Lady Gaga
"Big Whiskey and the Groogrux King," Dave Matthews Band
"Fearless," Taylor Swift
Song Of The Year
"Poker Face," Lady Gaga & RedOne
"Pretty Wings," Hod David & Musze
"Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)," Thaddis Harrell, Beyonce Knowles, Terius Nash & Christopher Stewart
"Use Somebody," Caleb Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill & Nathan Followill (Kings of Leon)
"You Belong With Me," Liz Rose & Taylor Swift
Best...
- 12/3/2009
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
Trouble-prone teen Percy Jackson is about to be kicked out of school – but that’s the least of his problems. The gods of Mount Olympus and assorted monsters seem to have walked out of the pages of Percy’s Greek mythology texts and into his life – and they’re not happy. Zeus’ lightning bolt has been stolen, and Percy is the prime suspect. Now, Percy and his friends must embark on a cross-country adventure to catch the true thief, save Percy’s family, and unravel a mystery more powerful than the gods themselves.
We haven’t been following this film that much but after watching the trailer it looks like it could be a lot of fun. Sort of a modern day retelling of Clash of the Titans. Percy or Perseus? man I am good at connection. The film is based on a popular series of young adult novels written by Rick Riordan.
We haven’t been following this film that much but after watching the trailer it looks like it could be a lot of fun. Sort of a modern day retelling of Clash of the Titans. Percy or Perseus? man I am good at connection. The film is based on a popular series of young adult novels written by Rick Riordan.
- 11/18/2009
- by Kevin Coll
- FusedFilm
Now that the week is back with five days again we can get news of new comics on Monday instead of Tuesday. That also means that new comics come out this week, as they normally do, on Wednesday. So, with that in mind, following is this week’s list of Marvel titles dropping this week for your reading pleasure.
Among the ones I’m most interested in are the new Dark Avengers #9, Deadpool #12, Punisher #9 and X-Factor #48. But as always, check out the full list here from the official Marvel press release. Plus we’ve also got some cool cover art for you after the jump as ell. Enjoy.
Hey there True Believers, here’s your official list of comic books, collections and posters arriving in comic stores on September 16th, 2009. For more information on any of these titles, and on upcoming mighty Marvel releases, please visit http://www.marvel.com...
Among the ones I’m most interested in are the new Dark Avengers #9, Deadpool #12, Punisher #9 and X-Factor #48. But as always, check out the full list here from the official Marvel press release. Plus we’ve also got some cool cover art for you after the jump as ell. Enjoy.
Hey there True Believers, here’s your official list of comic books, collections and posters arriving in comic stores on September 16th, 2009. For more information on any of these titles, and on upcoming mighty Marvel releases, please visit http://www.marvel.com...
- 9/14/2009
- by Joe Gillis
- The Flickcast
Now that Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles is done (*sob*damn you, Fox!*sob*), former cast member Lena Headey is moving over to HBO's new series Game of Thrones. I love any shows and movies that focus on royal families, so I'm already sold on this one.
Turns out that this show is actually based on a series of books by author George R. R. Martin (does he really need two Rs in his name?) called "A Song of Fire and Ice". I have never heard of this series, which means that I will head over to Amazon and quickly purchase it. Four of the seven books of the series have been released, with the first one entitled "A Game of Thrones".
Apparently, the books are set in the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, which had emerged from civil war about 15 years prior to the start of the book. The book...
Turns out that this show is actually based on a series of books by author George R. R. Martin (does he really need two Rs in his name?) called "A Song of Fire and Ice". I have never heard of this series, which means that I will head over to Amazon and quickly purchase it. Four of the seven books of the series have been released, with the first one entitled "A Game of Thrones".
Apparently, the books are set in the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, which had emerged from civil war about 15 years prior to the start of the book. The book...
- 9/2/2009
- by clarissa
- TVovermind.com
When Fox started assembling their all-star cast for Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief, I asked along with Entertainment Weekly if this could be the next Harry Potter. Already the studio is doing what they can to align themselves with the multi-billion dollar franchise since the teaser trailer is playing in front of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
The novel adaptation also borrows the director who kicked off the J.K. Rowling series, Chris Columbus, after Warner Bros picked up new talent and moved Potter in a more mature trajectory. Columbus may have created the magical whimsy of Hogwarts, but he’s recreated the same look now for Olympus, the city of gods. By the way, his latest is I Love You, Beth Cooper, one of the biggest disasters of the summer.
The first book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians chain is The Lightning Thief, which has...
The novel adaptation also borrows the director who kicked off the J.K. Rowling series, Chris Columbus, after Warner Bros picked up new talent and moved Potter in a more mature trajectory. Columbus may have created the magical whimsy of Hogwarts, but he’s recreated the same look now for Olympus, the city of gods. By the way, his latest is I Love You, Beth Cooper, one of the biggest disasters of the summer.
The first book in the Percy Jackson and the Olympians chain is The Lightning Thief, which has...
- 7/15/2009
- by Jeff Leins
- newsinfilm.com
'I have no idea who comes up with these ideas,' manager says of rumors that Orianthi Panagaris is replacing Ryan Ross.
By James Montgomery
Orianthi Panagaris
Photo: Jun Sato/WireImage
It's been an interesting week for Panic at the Disco. First, they split in half, with guitarist Ryan Ross and bassist Jon Walker leaving to "embark on a musical excursion of their own." Then, frontman Brendon Urie and drummer Spencer Smith vowed to carry on, writing that "Panic at the Disco is alive and very, very well," then posting photos of themselves working in the studio.
But, with an album tentatively due this year and dates on the upcoming Blink-182 tour looming on the horizon, fans started to wonder: Just who will be taking Ross' and Walker's spots in Panic?
Urie and Smith (and their labels, Fueled By Ramen/Atlantic) weren't about to reveal that information, which may explain why,...
By James Montgomery
Orianthi Panagaris
Photo: Jun Sato/WireImage
It's been an interesting week for Panic at the Disco. First, they split in half, with guitarist Ryan Ross and bassist Jon Walker leaving to "embark on a musical excursion of their own." Then, frontman Brendon Urie and drummer Spencer Smith vowed to carry on, writing that "Panic at the Disco is alive and very, very well," then posting photos of themselves working in the studio.
But, with an album tentatively due this year and dates on the upcoming Blink-182 tour looming on the horizon, fans started to wonder: Just who will be taking Ross' and Walker's spots in Panic?
Urie and Smith (and their labels, Fueled By Ramen/Atlantic) weren't about to reveal that information, which may explain why,...
- 7/9/2009
- MTV Music News
The Dunk Ryders boss gives us a rundown of his favorite hometown MCs.
By Shaheem Reid
Trick Daddy
Photo: Dunk Ryders
Trick Daddy is a Miami legend. Any of the cats from the city who dominate radio today — Pitbull, Flo Rida, DJ Khaled — they have to give it up to the man first known as Trick Daddy Dollars. He's been a permanent fixture on the Mia scene, and it looks like he's not going anywhere anytime soon.
Trick recently started his own independent label Dunk Ryders, and his Finally Famous: Born a Thug Die a Thug LP should drop in late August or early September. There's also an autobiography and a film by the same name due soon. As we keep rocking with Miami Week, Trick gives us his list of homegrown artists who impacted their city the most. Also, be sure to check out our exclusive 'hood tour with Trick included below.
By Shaheem Reid
Trick Daddy
Photo: Dunk Ryders
Trick Daddy is a Miami legend. Any of the cats from the city who dominate radio today — Pitbull, Flo Rida, DJ Khaled — they have to give it up to the man first known as Trick Daddy Dollars. He's been a permanent fixture on the Mia scene, and it looks like he's not going anywhere anytime soon.
Trick recently started his own independent label Dunk Ryders, and his Finally Famous: Born a Thug Die a Thug LP should drop in late August or early September. There's also an autobiography and a film by the same name due soon. As we keep rocking with Miami Week, Trick gives us his list of homegrown artists who impacted their city the most. Also, be sure to check out our exclusive 'hood tour with Trick included below.
- 6/12/2009
- MTV Music News
As we said in our Grammy Predictions, we have a love/hate relationship with the Grammys. But hey, we love music, so we're watching to see what happens. Could be a big year for Lil Wayne (did you see his interview with "Miss" Katie Couric?). Could be a controversial night if Coldplay's alleged Joe Satriani rip-off grabs some hardware ("Viva La Vida" by Coldplay and Satriani's "If I Could Fly"). But plenty of great artists are nominated (M.I.A., Allison Krauss/Robert Plant, Radiohead, Gnarls Barkley, Daft Punk, Brazilian Girls....we could go on), so as always, it'll be worth watching, especially for the performances. Unlike the Oscars, where the show is pretty much all about the host, the Grammys are all about those live performances (remember when Beyonce stole the show with Prince back in 2004?). Hang with us and add to the conversation in the comments!
11:30 (Josh and Nick): Goodnight,...
11:30 (Josh and Nick): Goodnight,...
- 2/9/2009
- Pastemagazine.com
Nicole Richie will reportedly get help from fellow stars Rihanna and Kelly Osbourne in her way to record a debut solo studio album. "Rihanna and Kelly are coaching Nicole and giving her tips on how to perform," a source told The New York Daily News.
Furthermore, rumors circulating in the media claim that Nicole has covered a Prince's ballad song called "Do Me, Baby" from his 1981 LP "Controversy". The Paris Hilton's co-star in reality TV show "The Simple Life" has also been reported to record a track titled "Me and You", which mainly talks about boyfriend Joel Madden.
Nicole Richie began building her singing career in the music industry since 2004 when she joined rock band Darling. Since 2005, she has been working on her debut album but there hasn't been any release date for the effort.
Furthermore, rumors circulating in the media claim that Nicole has covered a Prince's ballad song called "Do Me, Baby" from his 1981 LP "Controversy". The Paris Hilton's co-star in reality TV show "The Simple Life" has also been reported to record a track titled "Me and You", which mainly talks about boyfriend Joel Madden.
Nicole Richie began building her singing career in the music industry since 2004 when she joined rock band Darling. Since 2005, she has been working on her debut album but there hasn't been any release date for the effort.
- 12/13/2008
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Prince may replace Jay-z at this year's Glastonbury Festival should the rapper drop out, The Sun claims.
Festival boss Michael Eavis was close to getting Prince to headline the festival in 2004 and has seen both Kylie Minogue and Coldplay turn down the chance to top the bill at this summer's event, held from June 27-29.
Rumours surfaced yesterday that Jay-z was unhappy with organisers for blaming him for a decline in ticket sales.
Glastonbury was thought to be the rapper's only UK festival appearance this year but he is now playing the O2 Wireless . . .
Festival boss Michael Eavis was close to getting Prince to headline the festival in 2004 and has seen both Kylie Minogue and Coldplay turn down the chance to top the bill at this summer's event, held from June 27-29.
Rumours surfaced yesterday that Jay-z was unhappy with organisers for blaming him for a decline in ticket sales.
Glastonbury was thought to be the rapper's only UK festival appearance this year but he is now playing the O2 Wireless . . .
- 4/8/2008
- by Simon_Reynolds_imdb_@digitalspy.co.uk (Simon Reynolds)
- Digital Spy
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