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2011. augusztus 31., szerda
New ?Dancing With The Stars? Cast Leaked?
I don’t know if I believe this, but after various names have been dropped as possible contestants on the upcoming season of ‘Dancing with the Stars,’ DWTSGossip on twitter reportedly has leaked the entire list of contestants on twitter. Exclusive! … Continue reading
Morrissey Compares Eating At McDonald?s To Participating In The Norway Massacre
So? this should go over well.�� Want to read the most offensive thing you?ll probably see all day?if not all week (I?d say all month, but I?m pretty sure that another celebrity will do something even dumber and more offensive by the end of the month?I mean, Lohan?s out of jail now, so it just [...]
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2011. augusztus 30., kedd
With a Little Luck: A Novel
My good friend Caprice Crane's new book, With a Little Luck, is out today. Yay, Caprice!
It's gotten great reviews:
"Crane is one of the funniest writers of popular fiction around. The dialog (inner and outer) is laugh-out-loud, snort-inducing hilarious . . . Readers will want to cross their fingers and spit while throwing salt over their shoulders if it helps Berry reach her dreams. Highly recommended."
—Library Journal
"Fans of Stacy Ballis and Cara Lockwood will appreciate Crane's effortlessly funny style, which is often attempted in popular fiction but is rarely this well executed...Lighthearted and charmingly honest."
—Booklist
"[A] satisfying romantic comedy...[with] real character growth."
—Kirkus Reviews
And even better blurbs:
"Romantic, poignant and funny—this book is a lucky find for lit fans. Caprice Crane is a nimble and gifted storyteller."
—Diablo Cody, Academy Award-winning screenwriter of Juno
"A hilarious romp that oozes charm and giddy fun. Caprice Crane is a true talent."
—Molly Jong-Fast, author of The Social Climber's Handbook
"Witty, fast-paced, and sheer fun. Caprice Crane is a master of dialogue. Half the time I was reading this book I was smiling, which made me look like a crazy person on the subway."
—Jancee Dunn, author of Don’t You Forget About Me and Why Is My Mother Getting a Tattoo?
"Absolutely charming and hilarious."
—Missy Peregrym, star of the movie Stick It and ABC's Rookie Blue
"With a Little Luck scores in humor, head, and heart. In other words, it’s a perfect trifecta."
—Karyn Bosnak, author of 20 Times a Lady (soon to be the major motion picture What's Your Number?)
(Omg, who is that last fantastic blurber?) (I meant every word of it.)
And most importantly, she has the cutest dog ever (who likes to video chat with Bev):
Anyway, check it out, buy it—it's fantastic!
Source: http://www.prettyinthecity.com/blog/2011/7/26/with-a-little-luck-a-novel.html
2011. augusztus 29., hétfő
Gossip: Nicki Minaj Has A Wardrobe Malfunction On ?Good Morning America?
Oh, boy.�� Singer Nicki Minaj is known for her fluorescent clothes, big wig hairdos, and general fashion weirdness.� So it should be of no surprise that Minaj would show up to Good Morning America this morning for a live performance with a hot pink jacket, a gigantic blond wig, and some kind of strange tutu/ [...]
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Madonna & Kids: Fun In France
Material Mom Madonna is enjoying some time off in the South of France at the moment, taking a vacation at the Hotel du Cap Eden Roc in Antibes with her kids Lourdes, 14, Rocco, 11, David, 5 and Mercy, 4.
Also joining the legendary pop superstar - who celebrated her 53rd birthday earlier this month - and her family is her new boyfriend, French hip hop dancer Brahim Zaobat, 24.
Source: http://celebritybabyscoop.com/2011/08/29/madonna-kids-fun-in-france
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2011. augusztus 28., vasárnap
Adam Lambert's 'Whole Lotta Love': The Story Behind The Cover
Glam rocker tackled the legendary 1970 Led Zeppelin song for 'American Idol' rock night.
By Gil Kaufman
Adam Lambert performs "Whole Lotta Love" on "American Idol" on Tuesday
Photo: R. Mickshaw/Getty Images/ Fox
Imagine a freight train speeding toward you at midnight. Or a rockslide barreling down a hill as you try to outrace it. That's the feeling of the ominous, chugging Jimmy Page riff that kicks off Led Zeppelin's 1970 Stonehenge of rock, "Whole Lotta Love." And that's before singer Robert Plant leans into one of the nastiest, ecstatic rock screams this side of the Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again."
That's the song Adam Lambert chose to sing on "American Idol" rock night Tuesday (May 5), and, needless to say, it was a challenge that the eyeliner-loving Los Angeles stage veteran was more than up for, hitting a series of high notes and rock screams that would have made Plant proud. It was a risky maneuver that paid off for Lambert, who chose a tune that came in at #75 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the "500 Greatest Songs of All Time" in 2004.
The legendary British rock act recorded the tribute to Chicago blues icon Willie Dixon during their second U.S. tour after working it out in their live show, including it on their 1969 classic album Led Zeppelin II. Like many of the songs Zeppelin performed early in their career, "Love" was a blues standard turned on its head with a heavy dose of crunching psychedelic guitar and thundering drums, courtesy of late drummer John Bonham. The song was based on a 1962 tune by another blues forefather, Muddy Waters, called "You Need Love," which was penned by Dixon.
For Zeppelin's version, Plant customized the lyrics by adding some lyrical quotes from a few other songs Dixon wrote for Howlin' Wolf, "Back Door Man" and "Shake For Me," nailing the tricky vocal in a single take. It was also inspired by 1966's "You Need Loving" from the British rock group the Small Faces, for whom Zeppelin had great affection, but they also did not credit Dixon for his part in writing the original lyrics. The song became Zeppelin's first U.S. single and their only U.S. top 10 hit. Though their manager would not let them release singles in the U.K. because he thought it cannibalized album sales, the song was finally released as the band's only British single in 1997.
Dixon sued Zeppelin over the song in 1985, claiming it borrowed too heavily from his "You Need Love," and Zeppelin reached an agreement with him, with Dixon using the money he received to set up a program that provided musical instruments for schools. A cornerstone of heavy rock, the tune -- which was the theme song for the long-running British countdown show "Top of the Pops" in the 1970s and '80s -- has been covered by dozens of artists over the years, from Tina Turner and Ben Harper to Prince, Slash, Leona Lewis, Train's Pat Monahan, the London Symphony Orchestra and Jane's Addiction.
Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.
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Celebrity Pictures: Bethenny Frankel, Doutzen Kroes And Jennifer Love Hewitt
Bethenny Frankel is flying high these days! She just sold her Skinny Girl Margaritas brand to Fortune Brands. Bethenny is still signed on to be heavily involved and to continue promoting the brands. In the end she said that her … Continue reading
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2011. augusztus 27., szombat
Kris Jenner To Join ?The Talk? As Guest Co-Host
We’ve heard plenty from Kim, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian, and if you watch their shows, then you know that their “momager,” Kris Jenner, certainly doesn’t fade into background. Now Kris will take center stage with the other ladies of ‘The … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/08/26/kris-jenner-to-join-the-talk-as-guest-co-host/
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2011. augusztus 26., péntek
Brad Pitt Carries Pax From The Set Of ?World War Z?
Yesterday Brad Pitt’s daughters Zahara and Shiloh stopped by the set of ‘World War Z’ to check out what their dad was working on.� Today Brad’s middle son, Pax Thien, stopped by to pay a visit. They were snapped as … Continue reading
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2011. augusztus 25., csütörtök
Donald Trump Confirms He?s Considering Run For President
Reality star and business man Donald Trump has confirmed the rumors – he IS considering a run for President of the United States! The ‘Apprentice’ star shared: “I am seriously considering running. I hate what’s happening to our country. Our … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2010/12/08/donald-trump-confirms-hes-considering-run-for-president/
Kate Hudson & Matt Bellamy's Breakfast Lovin'
Settling into family life quite nicely, Kate Hudson, Matthew Bellamy and their baby boy were spotted grabbing some breakfast at a caf� in London, England on Thursday (August 25).
The ?Something Borrowed? babe and her British rocker beau shared an intimate kiss at the table before Kate leaned over to check in on little Bingham.
In other news, Kate once sported a dazzling wedding dress for her 2009 film ?Bride Wars? and newlywed reality TV star Kim Kardashian admitted to wanting that same look for her wedding day dress.
Of the gown in the movie, Kim told Brides magazine, "The idea for [Kate's] dress was that she was the iconic bride?the bride on the top of the wedding cake. She was the bride who could have anything she wanted."
Source: http://celebrity-gossip.net/kate-hudson/kate-hudson-matt-bellamys-breakfast-lovin-536655
2011. augusztus 24., szerda
Glen Campbell Opens Up About Alzheimer?s Disease On ABC News (Video)
Glen Campbell Opens Up About Alzheimer’s Disease On ABC News (Video)
Glen Campbell will be giving his first television interview since being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease as he talks with ABC’s Terry Moran on “World News [...]
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Ben Affleck To Direct ?Argo?
Ben Affleck isn’t going to run for office, but that doesn’t mean he’s lost interest in politics. Today it was announced that the actor has been tapped to direct the new political triller, ‘Argo’. A true story of a CIA … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/02/04/ben-affleck-to-direct-argo/
2011. augusztus 23., kedd
Joe Jonas Stops By ?The Late Show? In NYC
Well hello, Joe! The middle JoBro, Joe Jonas, was spotted heading into the Ed Sullivan Theater on Monday, August 22 to make an appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman. After celebrating his 22nd birthday at a bash in … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/08/23/joe-jonas-visits-the-late-show-in-nyc/
Celebrity Pictures With Suri and Samantha Ronson
I know we JUST saw Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes yesterday, but bear with me here. After the two were spotted sans baby in the afternoon, they they went out and picked up Suri to make it a full family … Continue reading
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2011. augusztus 22., hétfő
VH1 CLASSIC ?THAT METAL SHOW? SNEAK PEEK WITH TONY IOMMI
That Metal Show: Ep. 801 Sneak Black Sabbath?s Tony Iommi stops by the first show of VH1 Classic’s That Metal Show Season 8. Get More: That Metal Show, Classic Rock Videos, Top Songs, TV Shows
Interview with Sasha Roiz of Warehouse 13
The hit SyFy show Warehouse 13 has a new mystery man Marcus Diamond, who is played by the extremely talented Sasha Roiz. If you have seen him on the show you know he rocks as the bad guy who is making us all wondering what he is up to. Recently I was involved in a Q&A interview session with Sasha. I have to say I really didn?t know that much about him before the interview but I am pleased to say he is awesome. Most of you probably remember him from his days on Caprica but let me tell you he is going to make some waves on Warehouse 13. Plus he has a new show on NBC coming out this fall and he filled us in on both. Obviously things started off talking about the character of Marcus, who he described as focused, and exacting, and complex. There was a lot that Roiz couldn?t reveal about his alter ego although he did say the guy is a force that is working against the Warehouse this season. Translation, he is going to cause some trouble for the Warehouse 13 gang, it is a dark role for sure. However we as [...]
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2011. augusztus 21., vasárnap
Eva Longoria & Eduardo Cruz Fly Away On A Romantic Vacation
Eva Longoria and her new beau Eduardo Cruz couldn’t keep their hands off each other yesterday (June 8). The love birds looked completely enamoured by each other when they arrived at the LAX airport to board an international flight to … Continue reading
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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Kanye West, Jay-Z's Watch The Throne Scores Huge On Billboard
Album sold 436,000 in its first week, including a record 290,000 on iTunes.
By Gil Kaufman
Jay-Z and Kanye West
Photo: Johnny Nunez/ WireImage
The Throne will get a royal reception on the Billboard 200 albums charts next week. Watch the Throne, the superstar hookup between Kanye West and Jay-Z, sold more than 436,000 copies in its first week, according to figures provided by Nielsen SoundScan, putting up the second-biggest debut sales week of the year so far, behind Lady Gaga's Born This Way, which moved 1.1 million.
Thanks to a three-day iTunes exclusive that launched last Monday (August 8-10), the pair also reportedly broke the record for the biggest iTunes debut ever, selling almost 290,000 digital copies, enough to beat out former record-holder Coldplay's Viva la Vida or Death and All His Friends, which sold 282,000 copies in 2008. According to Billboard, with 321,000 total downloads, Throne is second only to Born This Way (662,000) for the biggest digital week ever.
See what fans thought of the Watch the Throne pop-up store, which appeared in NYC last week.
The album might have sold more, but some experts said its staggered release — following the iTunes exclusive, it was available to all digital and physical sellers on Friday, giving fans only two days to snatch it up before SoundScan's tracking week ended on Sunday — may have curtailed its first-week sales potential.
Either way, it's a huge score for both rappers, earning Jay his 12th #1 album and Kanye his fifth.
There are a few other debuts in the top 10, but they pale in comparison to the Throne numbers. Country singer Luke Bryan's Tailgates & Tanlines comes in at #2 (145,000), the Now 39 compilation is just behind at #3 (110,000) and rapper Ace Hood hits #8 with Blood Sweat & Tears (26,000).
The rest of the top 10: Adele's 21 (#4, 73,000), Eric Church's Chief (#5, 37,000), Jason Aldean's My Kinda Party (#6, 36,000), Beyoncé's 4 (#7, 27,000), Jackie Evancho's Dream With Me (#9, 26,000) and Kidz Bop Kids' Kidz Bop 20 (#10, 25,000).
In a parallel to its shock poor performance at the box office, the soundtrack to "Glee: The 3D Concert Movie" hit the charts at a tepid #16 on soft sales of 20,000. And maybe it was their well-received set at Lollapalooza, but VMA-nominated new wave revivalists Foster the People's debut, Torches, is up 23 percent and six spots to #14 as sales picked up to 21,000.
Jay and 'Ye rule the roost, but another rap double team, Gucci Mane and Waka Flocka Flame, make a little less noise down at #21 with their joint album, 1017 Bricksquad Presents: Gucci Mane & Waka Flocka Flame — Ferrari Boyz (17,000). Down at #49, Eminem's Bad Meets Evil cohort, Royce Da 5'9, sold 16,000 copies of his fifth solo album,Success Is Certain, which features cameos from Eminem, Joe Budden and Travis Barker.
See what car expert Myles Kovacs estimates the Maybach's work cost.
You already know where Throne came in on the iTunes album charts, but just behind the #1 digital album was Bryan, Adele, NOW, Foster the People, singer/songwriter Mat Kearney's Young Love, Mumford & Sons' Sigh No More, the resurgent Hands All Over from Maroon 5, Church, and the Eminem and Royce collabo album Hell: The Sequel.
In an unexpected coup, Maroon 5's collaboration with Christina Aguilera, "Moves Like Jagger," shoots to #1 on the iTunes singles chart, while the summer's #1 jam, "Party Rock Anthem" by LMFAO, drops to #5. It was a good week for Foster's breakthrough hit, "Pumped Up Kicks," which soars up to #2, followed by Drake's "Headlines," Bad Meets Evil's "Lighters," Nicki Minaj's "Super Bass" at #6, then Katy Perry's "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)," Hot Chelle Rae's "Tonight Tonight," Lil Wayne's "How to Love" and Britney Spears' "I Wanna Go."
Next week will be the longevity test for Throne, which will have a full seven days of sales to work from and very little competition from new releases.
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2011. augusztus 19., péntek
Jennifer Love Hewitt Dresses Up For Her Coffee Run
Jennifer Love Hewitt dressed up for her afternoon coffee run yesterday wearing a mint green dress and high heels. She seems to be favoring the modest look these days! Either way, I think it works! From blazers to over-sized maxi … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/03/31/jennifer-love-hewitt-dresses-up-for-her-coffee-run/
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2011. augusztus 18., csütörtök
Beyonc� - Video Phone (Extended Remix)
- Artist: Beyoncé
- Label: Columbia, Music World Music
- Director: Hype Williams
- Album: I Am...Sasha Fierce
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1236911&vid=455581
Beyonc� - Video Phone (Extended Remix)
- Artist: Beyoncé
- Label: Columbia, Music World Music
- Director: Hype Williams
- Album: I Am...Sasha Fierce
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2011. augusztus 17., szerda
Celebrity Pictures With Amanda Seyfried And Eva Mendes
Amanda Seyfried was photographed yesterday filling up her tank at the gas station. Now every time we see her, I’m going to be wondering where Dominic Cooper is and trying to figure if they’re back together or not! I mean, … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/06/22/celebrity-pictures-with-amanda-seyfried-and-eva-mendes/
Billy Bob Thornton Spends The Day With His Daughter
Isn’t Billy Bob Thornton’s daughter Bella getting so big? The actor and his little girl were spotted walking hand-in-hand around LA yesterday and enjoyed the bright summer day together. Despite the legal troubles Billy’s estranged daughter is going through, it … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/08/17/billy-bob-thornton-spends-the-day-with-his-daughter/
2011. augusztus 16., kedd
Beyonce Shares Her Love For Frank Ocean, Kanye West
B shares how Jay-Z and his collaborators influenced her chart-topping 4.
By Jocelyn Vena
Beyoncé in <i>Complex</i> magazine
Photo: Thierry Le Gouès/ Complex
Beyoncé has said that she was "inspired by every type of genre" of music while making 4. But in a recent interview, she spoke in detail about how husband Jay-Z and other hip-hop artists became sonic touchstones while she recorded her fourth solo album.
"Jay had a CD playing in the car one Sunday when we were driving to Brooklyn," she tells Complex about hearing Odd Future's Frank Ocean, who co-wrote the 4 track "I Miss You." "I noticed his tone, his arrangements, and his storytelling. I immediately reached out to him — literally the next morning. I asked him to fly to New York and work on my record."
She also chose to work with Kanye West (who eventually produced "Party") after she heard "Runaway," which she admits, made her cry. "The fact that he's belting out his pain, his confusion, and his anger, with no pre-written lyrics, was so moving," she explained of her husband's frequent collaborator. "He's singing his heart out for five minutes. He is so vulnerable. I love when an artist can be so honest."
Of course, B acknowledged the direct influence of Jay's own work too. "Jay's music is more than music. His lyrics have fathered generations," she told the magazine. "All that he has overcome gives millions so much hope. There are moments when I see his lips moving, and I can see lyrics floating above his head, and I think, 'Wow! How did I get so lucky to be able to witness this level of genius so closely?' "
Beyoncé released her album in a season dominated by strong female voices, but she doesn't want any part in conversations that pit her against other divas.
"There is room on this earth for many queens," she said. "I have an authentic, God-given talent, drive and longevity that will always separate me from everyone else. I've been fortunate to accomplish things that the younger generation of queens dream of accomplishing. I have no desire for anyone else's throne. I am very comfortable in the throne I've been building for the past 15 years.
"I just want my legacy to be great music," she later added. "Someone who was a risk taker and someone who had songs that struck conversation and emotion."
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Ke$ha - Take It Off
- Artist: Ke$ha
- Label: RCA
- Director: Paul Hunter, Dori Oskowitz
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2011. augusztus 15., hétfő
Miranda Kerr Shows Off Her Legs and Heads to Work in Australia
Miranda Kerr sported a cropped trench coat and hot leather bag as she stepped into an office in Sydney, Australia, on Monday. The supermodel has been working hard since arriving in her native country at the end of July, and she brought her adorable son Flynn Bloom for his first time Down Under. Miranda Kerr looked amazing in a swimsuit when she hit the runway for David Jones last week, and she also posed for the Australian fashion line's latest ad campaign as well. Miranda revealed that the visit to Sydney was for both business and pleasure, so she's been showing her 7-month-old son all the sights.
Britney Spears Covers Harper?s Bazaar
Britney Spears is Back! (Again ) She’s flush off the success of her new album, ‘Femme Fatale,’ which reportedly is receiving the best reviews of her career. Britney did this fantastic photoshoot with Harper’s Bazaar and also chatted with them. … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/05/16/britney-spears-harpers-bazaar-femme-fatale-tour-nicki-minaj/
2011. augusztus 14., vasárnap
Jay-Z And Kanye's 'Otis' Video: What Does It Mean?
MTV News gathers a group of tastemakers to break down the clip, which features a mutilated Maybach, fireworks and a huge American flag.
By Rob Markman
Jay-Z and Kanye West (file)
Photo: Johnny Nunez/ WireImage
Who knew destroying a Maybach could be so fun? In Jay-Z and Kanye West's new Spike Jonze-directed video for "Otis," the Throne give the luxury vehicle the chop-shop treatment and then do doughnuts with reckless abandon.
"Have you ever seen Jay-Z look that young or that happy?" Jeff Rosenthal from the sketch-comedy group It's the Real said when MTV News gathered a group of tastemakers to preview the "Otis" video, which premiered Thursday on MTV.
"I like that it definitely has that Spike Jonze look. I like that they totally make a Batmobile out of a Maybach," his brother and comedy partner Eric added. "They do have a lot of fun, which is awesome."
Read what some hip-hop DJs had to say about "Otis" as an unconventional single.
Model Tahiry José knows a thing or two about video sets herself, having appeared in 50 Cent's "Think About Me" and Fat Joe's "(Ha Ha) Slow Down" clip. Initially, she wasn't impressed with the video, but the longer she thought about it, the more she appreciated the video's carefree attitude — especially after rumors surfaced that the Throne weren't seeing eye to eye. "It must've not been easy in the studio," she said. "But they do look like they're having a lot of fun."
Yes, tearing apart a car that costs at least $300,000 is a gaudy display — even more so after considering the current economic crisis the U.S. is facing. New York's Power 105 radio host Charlamagne Tha God saw some meaning behind Hov and Kanye's actions in the video. "That's what I think the whole stripping down of the Maybach represents: the fact that, 'Yo, we're stripping down this whole luxury that's around us, this whole super aura that's around us, and we're just strippin' it down to the bare bones.' "
See what industry experts predict Watch the Throne will sell in its first week.
Ultimately, the song's lyrics, which Kanye described as both "luxury rap" and "sophisticated ignorance" in his second verse, is just a reflection of the duo's reality. The display of wealth doesn't bother the radio host. "What do you want Jay-Z and Kanye West to rap about — being broke? They're rich!" Charlamagne said.
AllHipHop.com CEO Chuck Creekmur appreciated the video's minimalist vibe. Aside from the tricked-out 'Bach, there were a few pyrotechnics, a large American flag, a few models and not much else. "A lot of times you can overdo it and have a bunch of special effects and blue screens, green screens," he said. "I thought it was cool that it was just Jay and Kanye and they looked like they were genuine, just having regular fun like extremely wealthy people do, destroying things out of all of our price range like it was nothing."
Brian "B.Dot" Miller from hip-hop blog Rap Radar likened "Otis" to Jay-Z's 1998 video for "Money Ain't a Thing," in which he and Jermaine Dupri raced expensive whips for cash. "I liked it. I think that was probably the most expensive low-budget video of all time," he joked. "The Maybach alone paid for the video itself. It looks like they had a good time. Makes me want to go home and take the roof off the Nissan."
Another key scene has Hov and Yeezy in front of an America flag, similar to the one Givenchy designer Ricardo Tisci used in the design for the "Otis" single cover. As they stand, with red, white and blue in the background, Jay and Kanye trade rhymes and playfully shove each other while holding up the diamond sign, a hand symbol synonymous with their early Roc-A-Fella Records days.
"They're two brothers that made it in this country, so why not represent our flag?" Charlamagne said.
Creekmur agreed, stating that the "Otis" video in all its in-your-face lavishness is nothing more than a celebratory dance after all the duo's regal accomplishments. "I think the American flag represents the possibilities, if you look at Jay-Z's history, Kanye's history and how much they've overcome," he said.
What did you think of the "Otis" video? Share your thoughts on Facebook or tweet your reactions and videos @MTVNews with the hashtag #MTVOtis!
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Jay-Z And Kanye's 'Otis' Video: Maybach Massacre
Subtly swaggadocious video, directed by Spike Jonze, sees the dynamic duo chopping up a Maybach — just for the heck of it.
By James Montgomery
Photo: Getty Images
It would be darn-near impossible for Jay-Z and Kanye West's "Otis" video to match the braggadocious blitz of the song itself, but give them credit for at least coming close.
Because while the Spike-Jonze directed clip (which just premiered on MTV and MTV.com) doesn't feature a single Gulfstream G450, Cuban cigar, Hermes clutch or Benz, it is still a subtly swagged-out affair — a cocksure, cool thing in which the dynamic duo take a saber saw to a glistening new Maybach and turn it into a tricked-out "Thunderdome" cruiser, then do doughnuts in a parking lot with a gaggle of models packed in the back.
Oh, and there are some fireworks too.
And really, on the swag scale, that ranks somewhere between 10 and 30 thousand 100 million, which certainly makes "Otis" one of the more assured videos to come down the pipeline in a long while. And give credit to all parties involved that they realized they really didn't need to do much of anything else in the clip; after all, 'Ye, Hov and Jonze are certainly three of the biggest stars in the world, and their collaboration could've easily devolved into the realm of self-parody (see the late, not-so-great Diddy and Nas team-up "Hate Me Now"). Instead, we get a video that's little more than a couple of dudes (and Aziz Ansari) tooling around in a parking lot — which, really, is all "Otis" needs to be.
Because like Watch the Throne, the album from which it comes, the main attraction of "Otis" lies in the fact that it features roughly 50 percent of the biggest rap names in the game (not to say the song isn't also great, because it is). There's a genuine thrill in watching West and Jay hang over each other while delivering their verses or crack up behind the wheel of the Maybach; in a way, it's like we're getting a tiny glimpse into their private world. And that's what makes the video such a treat.
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Unlike his previous collaborations with West — the maudlin short film "We Were Once a Fairytale" or the deceptively simple "Flashing Lights" — with "Otis," Jonze plays it relatively straight. There are the same tracking shots he's used in old Beastie Boys videos, and the blown-out color palette recalls even earlier work like R.E.M.'s "Crush With Eyeliner" or "Electrolite." He's staying true to his roots, which, given the caliber of everyone involved, is an accomplishment in its own right.
So while "Otis" might not be what you were expecting, in a lot of ways, it's even more. There's an unabashed joy to it, and there's no denying the power of its singular image, either: slicing and dicing a Maybach (average sticker price: $380,000) is a bold, ballsy declaration, indeed. One that speaks louder than a million boasts.
What did you think of the "Otis" video? Share your thoughts on Facebook or tweet your reactions and videos @MTVNews with the hashtag #MTVOtis!
Related Videos Related ArtistsSource: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1668929/otis-video.jhtml
2011. augusztus 13., szombat
Violet Affleck Gets Glasses And Enjoys A Treat With Parents
I think Violet looks ADORABLE in her new pink glasses! They are so sweet!! Here she is with Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner sitting down for treat at a frozen yogurt shop in Brentwood. We haven’t seen Ben in nearly … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/01/06/violet-affleck-gets-glasses-and-enjoys-a-treat-with-parents/
Gwyneth Paltrow Dishes On Dating Brad Pitt And Ben Affleck
‘Country Strong‘ star Gwyneth Paltrow did a special for the E! channel, and in it she talked about her high-profile romances with Brad Pitt and Ben Affleck. (Check out the pictures of Gwyneth with Brad and Ben alone: brings back … Continue reading
2011. augusztus 12., péntek
It?s A ?Woman?s Night? Out For Rosario Dawson
What’s better then spending a Thursday night out and about in LA? By shopping till you drop at one of the hottest boutiques with some of Hollywood’s brightest stars. Rosario Dawson, along with Kristin Chenoweth and Cheryl Burke of Dancing … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/08/12/its-a-womans-night-out-for-rosario-dawson/
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2011. augusztus 11., csütörtök
Heidi Klum & Gisele Bundchen in the July/August issue of GQ Russia magazine
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Olivia Munn: InStyle Summer Soiree Sexy
She brings sunshine wherever she goes, and last night (August 10) Olivia Munn brightened up the scene at the 10th Annual InStyle Summer Soiree.
The ?Perfect Couples? cutie looked fabulous as she arrived at the London Hotel in West Hollywood, sporting a sassy white dress with matching heels.
During a recent interview, Olivia spoke out against the tendency for television shows to make women feel like they have to be super skinny.
?We are in a world where looks matter. On America's Next Top Model, Tyra Banks puts a girl through who's size 10 or 12 and she's a plus size? That to me is ridiculous. When I need to lose weight, I'll lose weight but I do it for myself and I do it for how I want to look and I'm not going to let anybody else pressure me into it which means in ten years I'll be ridiculously big!?
Source: http://celebrity-gossip.net/olivia-munn/olivia-munn-instyle-summer-soiree-sexy-532943
2011. augusztus 10., szerda
Ke$ha, Black Eyed Peas, More Featured In O Music Awards Roundtable Debate
Music-video director Wayne Isham will join Most Innovative Video debate, which streams live Monday on OMusicAwards.com and MTV.com.
By MTV News Staff
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Photo: Noel Vasquez/ Getty Images
Ever since they were first announced, the O Music Awards have proudly proclaimed themselves the untraditional alternative to the staid world of red carpets, acceptance speeches and celebrity glad-handing.
And for further proof of that point, consider the following: Though the inaugural O Music Awards won't premiere until April 28, the first award will be handed out on Monday at 4 p.m. ET ... and it's a big one.
For weeks, fans have been voting for the Most Innovative Music Video through the O Music Awards official site, and on Monday — in a roundtable debate moderated by MTV News' James Montgomery — a winner will be crowned.
The O Music Awards Debate for the Most Innovative Music Video, presented by FUZE®, will stream live on OMusicAwards.com and MTV.com. Joining Montgomery around the table will be acclaimed video director Wayne Isham, Mashable's Brenna Ehrlich and some super-secret celebrity guests.
The Black Eyed Peas, Ke$ha, My Chemical Romance and more will also take part in the discussion about just what makes a video truly innovative, and the folks who are nominated for the award — a list that includes Arcade Fire, Robyn, OK Go and Andy Grammer — will also Skype in to make the case for why their video deserves to be named Most Innovative.
On Monday morning, the original list of 10 nominees will be whittled down to the top five vote-getters, and then, during the debate, our roundtable and the Internet audience will cut that list down to the final three. At the very end, we'll announce the winner of the very first O Music Award for Most Innovative Video.
The inaugural O Music Awards will stream live from Las Vegas at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT on OMusicAwards.com. Tune in to see who will reign supreme in categories like Most Viral Dance, Funniest Music Short and NSFW Music Video!
Related Videos Related ArtistsSource: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1662511/o-music-awards-most-innovative-video.jhtml
2011. augusztus 9., kedd
Beyonc� - Halo
- Artist: Beyoncé
- Label: Columbia, Music World Music
- Director: Philip Andelman
- Album: I Am...Sasha Fierce
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1236911&vid=332332
2011. augusztus 8., hétfő
Usher - Spotlight
- Artist: Usher
- Label: Warner Bros. Records, Asylum, Mizay Ent
- Director: Benny Boom
- Album: The State vs. Radric Davis
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1270&vid=454171
Usher - Moving Mountains
- Artist: Usher
- Label: LaFace Records/Zomba Label Group
- Director: The Brothers Strauss
- Album: Here I Stand
Source: http://www.mtv.com/overdrive/?artist=1270&vid=235341
2011. augusztus 7., vasárnap
Ashlee Simpson Hits The Arrivals Gate At LAX
Although she may have left her New York love behind, songstress turned actress Ashlee Simpson was all smiles when she arrived at LAX yesterday afternoon. The blonde mommy-of-one to Bronx, was recently spotted in NYC on the arm of Boardwalk … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/07/07/ashlee-simpson-hits-the-arrivals-gate-at-lax/
2011. augusztus 6., szombat
Celebrity Pictures: Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes And Suri Cruise
So Tom Cruise did eventually get a little time off from Rock of Ages! Here he is spending time with Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise on Father’s Day. The power couple took their daughter with them to spend the afternoon … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/06/20/celebrity-pictures-tom-cruise-katie-holmes-and-suri-cruise/
Brad Pitt On Work And Parenting
If you hadn’t heard yet (I won’t say too much to avoid spoiling it), Brad Pitt’s character in ‘Tree of Life‘ isn’t the most, well, nicest guy. He’s not the most nurturing parent. I guess that’s a good way to … Continue reading
Source: http://www.imnotobsessed.com/2011/05/25/brad-pitt-parenting-tree-of-life-angelina-jolie/
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