Miriam Bryant is the name behind the robust vocals on Zedd's latest track "Find You." The 22-year-old Swedish singer may be new in the States, but with one of the best producers in the world behind her, Bryant's career is already swelling. After hearing Bryant's song "Finders Keepers" on the radio back home in Germany, Zedd knew he needed to work with her. A quick phone call and they were soon creating what would soon ...
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- 3/11/2014
- MTV Movie News
Miley Cyrus, Twitter
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
Miley Cyrus took to Twitter yesterday to debut a series of selfies, showing the world Just how blonde a brunette can be.
When she ditched her naturally brown mop in July, she explained, "Now that I’m blonde I gotta give duck lips in every photo." Which begs the question what photo face this new platinum look will require? With little to no inhibitions about herself or her lifestyle choices, she always does what she originally promised the world she would do – she's just being Miley.
Check out her new look:
Miley Cyrus, Twitter
Some may think this new look is in preparation for her impending marriage to one of Hollywood’s most attractive men, Liam Hemsworth, but fear not – the 19-year-old singer told Marie Claire that she plans on having a long engagement.
"Life is too short not to be with the...
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
Miley Cyrus took to Twitter yesterday to debut a series of selfies, showing the world Just how blonde a brunette can be.
When she ditched her naturally brown mop in July, she explained, "Now that I’m blonde I gotta give duck lips in every photo." Which begs the question what photo face this new platinum look will require? With little to no inhibitions about herself or her lifestyle choices, she always does what she originally promised the world she would do – she's just being Miley.
Check out her new look:
Miley Cyrus, Twitter
Some may think this new look is in preparation for her impending marriage to one of Hollywood’s most attractive men, Liam Hemsworth, but fear not – the 19-year-old singer told Marie Claire that she plans on having a long engagement.
"Life is too short not to be with the...
- 8/6/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
The game for lady MCs in 2012 has come a long way. With the emergence of talent such as Iggy Azelea and Kreayshawn on top of the household names like Nicki Minaj, there are plenty of great things happening for female stars in the rap world. Now, there is one more name to add to the list, and it’s not someone we would have guessed.
During a live stream talking about her new album, British pop sensation Leona Lewis revealed, "On my new album I will be rapping. I've discovered my voice for rapping." What now?
As if that news wasn’t enough, she took it even farther saying her “London-style MCing” was as good as the queen of all female rappers. ''I could probably go up against Nicki Minaj now. I'm actually that good, so I'm coming for you Nicki!" Well, we don’t think...
The game for lady MCs in 2012 has come a long way. With the emergence of talent such as Iggy Azelea and Kreayshawn on top of the household names like Nicki Minaj, there are plenty of great things happening for female stars in the rap world. Now, there is one more name to add to the list, and it’s not someone we would have guessed.
During a live stream talking about her new album, British pop sensation Leona Lewis revealed, "On my new album I will be rapping. I've discovered my voice for rapping." What now?
As if that news wasn’t enough, she took it even farther saying her “London-style MCing” was as good as the queen of all female rappers. ''I could probably go up against Nicki Minaj now. I'm actually that good, so I'm coming for you Nicki!" Well, we don’t think...
- 8/1/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By: Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
It’s a big day in the music world, especially for two of pop's biggest diva superstars!
The 2012 MTV Video Music Award nominations are out and they bring real-life friends Katy Perry and Rihanna together in the Best Female Video and Video of the Year categories. Perry is celebrating another Rihanna-affiliated achievement this morning as well: Her hit "Wide Awake" rises to #1 on the Billboard Pop Songs chart, tying her with Ri's record.
As Perry's latest smash moves from second place to the pole position – "Awake" is sitting pretty at #3 on the Hot 100 as well – she and Rihanna now have an amazing, record-setting nine pop chart-toppers apiece. They are followed by Lady Gaga, Britney Spears and Pink, who each have seven #1s on the Pop Songs chart, and Beyonce and Mariah Carey, who have six chart leaders.
Looks like Katy and Rihanna have plenty to celebrate this morning!
It’s a big day in the music world, especially for two of pop's biggest diva superstars!
The 2012 MTV Video Music Award nominations are out and they bring real-life friends Katy Perry and Rihanna together in the Best Female Video and Video of the Year categories. Perry is celebrating another Rihanna-affiliated achievement this morning as well: Her hit "Wide Awake" rises to #1 on the Billboard Pop Songs chart, tying her with Ri's record.
As Perry's latest smash moves from second place to the pole position – "Awake" is sitting pretty at #3 on the Hot 100 as well – she and Rihanna now have an amazing, record-setting nine pop chart-toppers apiece. They are followed by Lady Gaga, Britney Spears and Pink, who each have seven #1s on the Pop Songs chart, and Beyonce and Mariah Carey, who have six chart leaders.
Looks like Katy and Rihanna have plenty to celebrate this morning!
- 7/31/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
Justin Bieber may keep it PG in his albums and videos, but the 18-year-old pop star may not be quite as wholesome as he lets on to his young fans.
On a 12-hour Air New Zealand flight back to the U.S. following his Down Under promo tour, Justin and his entourage took over first class and got into some trouble. According to TMZ, Biebs and Co. were shouting curse words (including the four letter ones) so loudly over the course of the trip that a nearby mother of two reprimanded Justin. She instructed him to "stop yelling curse words and using that kind of language on a plane. It's not appropriate." Amen.
While we are sure Justin does not get told what to do very often, he was embarrassed and reportedly apologized to the woman.
Maybe Justin is in need of other spaces and outlets to shout,...
Justin Bieber may keep it PG in his albums and videos, but the 18-year-old pop star may not be quite as wholesome as he lets on to his young fans.
On a 12-hour Air New Zealand flight back to the U.S. following his Down Under promo tour, Justin and his entourage took over first class and got into some trouble. According to TMZ, Biebs and Co. were shouting curse words (including the four letter ones) so loudly over the course of the trip that a nearby mother of two reprimanded Justin. She instructed him to "stop yelling curse words and using that kind of language on a plane. It's not appropriate." Amen.
While we are sure Justin does not get told what to do very often, he was embarrassed and reportedly apologized to the woman.
Maybe Justin is in need of other spaces and outlets to shout,...
- 7/27/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
Potterheads everywhere are about to get very jealous of some little kids.
"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling is building a private Hogwarts playground for her kids. As the creator of this intricate world, Rowling's 40-foot adventure playground is sure to not only include all sorts of sophisticated details, but hold design much nearer and dearer to her vision of Hogwarts.
The playground replication of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry will be built in the backyard of her Edinburgh, Scotland, castle mansion for a whopping $232,919. But being worth a reported $869.5 million herself, this venture won’t exactly break the bank.
>> Cover For J.K. Rowling's Post-'Potter' Novel Revealed
Fortunately for Rowling and her children, the project does not seem to be an inconvenience for neighbors even though it is so large that Rowling needed a planning permit for construction. The author is, unsurprisingly, very well-liked in the neighborhood,...
Potterheads everywhere are about to get very jealous of some little kids.
"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling is building a private Hogwarts playground for her kids. As the creator of this intricate world, Rowling's 40-foot adventure playground is sure to not only include all sorts of sophisticated details, but hold design much nearer and dearer to her vision of Hogwarts.
The playground replication of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry will be built in the backyard of her Edinburgh, Scotland, castle mansion for a whopping $232,919. But being worth a reported $869.5 million herself, this venture won’t exactly break the bank.
>> Cover For J.K. Rowling's Post-'Potter' Novel Revealed
Fortunately for Rowling and her children, the project does not seem to be an inconvenience for neighbors even though it is so large that Rowling needed a planning permit for construction. The author is, unsurprisingly, very well-liked in the neighborhood,...
- 7/25/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
While talking to the A.V. Club about his new-to-dvd "Friends With Kids," "Mad Men" Emmy nominee Jon Hamm participated in the site's "Random Rules" segment, which asks stars what songs are on their iTunes shuffle. “What More Can I Say” by Jay-z randomly came on Hamm’s iPod and the world is lucky it did because he went on to tell an unexpected anecdote about a time long before the suits and cigarettes of "Mad Men," when he and Jay-z rode in an elevator together. As hard as it is to believe that an elevator could hold these two bigger than life stars, this was at a time that was both pre-"Mad Men" and pre-Beyoncé.
>> 2012 Emmy Nominations Full List
"I was in New York City and going down an elevator when the elevator stopped, and Jay-z got on. This was a long time ago.
While talking to the A.V. Club about his new-to-dvd "Friends With Kids," "Mad Men" Emmy nominee Jon Hamm participated in the site's "Random Rules" segment, which asks stars what songs are on their iTunes shuffle. “What More Can I Say” by Jay-z randomly came on Hamm’s iPod and the world is lucky it did because he went on to tell an unexpected anecdote about a time long before the suits and cigarettes of "Mad Men," when he and Jay-z rode in an elevator together. As hard as it is to believe that an elevator could hold these two bigger than life stars, this was at a time that was both pre-"Mad Men" and pre-Beyoncé.
>> 2012 Emmy Nominations Full List
"I was in New York City and going down an elevator when the elevator stopped, and Jay-z got on. This was a long time ago.
- 7/19/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
President Barack Obama’s latest re-election campaign video has been released, and it’s all about who runs the world—Girls.
In the clip, Beyoncé reads from a letter she wrote to the First Lady Michelle Obama. She first posted the letter on her Tumblr as a way to tell the first lady, and the world, how grateful she is for everything Mrs. Obama has done for this country and for women everywhere. This is definitely not the first time Beyoncé or Michelle Obama have expressed their mutual adoration for one another, but it is the first time their affections have made their way onto the campaign trial.
Beyoncé describes the first lady as “humble, loving and sincere” in the campaign video, reading aloud from her handwritten letter. Queen B's daughter Blue Ivy even entered the conversation near the end of the video with Bey adding,...
President Barack Obama’s latest re-election campaign video has been released, and it’s all about who runs the world—Girls.
In the clip, Beyoncé reads from a letter she wrote to the First Lady Michelle Obama. She first posted the letter on her Tumblr as a way to tell the first lady, and the world, how grateful she is for everything Mrs. Obama has done for this country and for women everywhere. This is definitely not the first time Beyoncé or Michelle Obama have expressed their mutual adoration for one another, but it is the first time their affections have made their way onto the campaign trial.
Beyoncé describes the first lady as “humble, loving and sincere” in the campaign video, reading aloud from her handwritten letter. Queen B's daughter Blue Ivy even entered the conversation near the end of the video with Bey adding,...
- 7/16/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
While you were busy climbing the stairs of your 5th floor walkup and tap dancing around critters after a long day of work, Mariah Carey has been dealing with her own (very different) real estate problems.
The ultimate diva and hubby Nick Cannon are saying goodbye to the $5.5 million beach house (above) in Bahamas they call "Sea Lily" (because "the beach house" is so common). On a private island named Windermere, the oceanfront estate is surrounded by other beach houses with "well known owners."
While Sea Lily doesn’t seem too shabby to us, Mariah and Nick are clearly in the market for an upgrade, something their posh summer rental – with almost double the space and triple the value of Sea Lily – in the Hamptons can attest.
Nick Cannon, Instagram
The $15 million home comes complete with movie theatre and pool side cabanas. Cannon recently Instagrammed a...
While you were busy climbing the stairs of your 5th floor walkup and tap dancing around critters after a long day of work, Mariah Carey has been dealing with her own (very different) real estate problems.
The ultimate diva and hubby Nick Cannon are saying goodbye to the $5.5 million beach house (above) in Bahamas they call "Sea Lily" (because "the beach house" is so common). On a private island named Windermere, the oceanfront estate is surrounded by other beach houses with "well known owners."
While Sea Lily doesn’t seem too shabby to us, Mariah and Nick are clearly in the market for an upgrade, something their posh summer rental – with almost double the space and triple the value of Sea Lily – in the Hamptons can attest.
Nick Cannon, Instagram
The $15 million home comes complete with movie theatre and pool side cabanas. Cannon recently Instagrammed a...
- 7/11/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
Covers of Carly Rae Jepsen's ubiquitous #1 hit “Call Me Maybe” and the song's constant back-to-back radio play have been all fun and games … until now! We all hoped it would never come to this.
>> Jimmy Fallon And The Roots Team Up With Carly Rae Jepsen Herself For The Ultimate 'Call Me Maybe' Cover (So Everyone Else Can Stop Now)
Jared is a sad example of what happens when pop music addiction goes just too far. He showed all the classic signs of being a “Call Me Maybe” addict, so his friends and family came forward to deal with his issues and help others avoid the same fate.
>> Watch President Obama's Cover Of Carly Rae Jepsen's 'Call Me Maybe'
First, the symptoms were mild – he ripped his own jeans (and lied about it) and listened to the track 225 times in 2 days on Spotify (which really isn't all that much,...
Covers of Carly Rae Jepsen's ubiquitous #1 hit “Call Me Maybe” and the song's constant back-to-back radio play have been all fun and games … until now! We all hoped it would never come to this.
>> Jimmy Fallon And The Roots Team Up With Carly Rae Jepsen Herself For The Ultimate 'Call Me Maybe' Cover (So Everyone Else Can Stop Now)
Jared is a sad example of what happens when pop music addiction goes just too far. He showed all the classic signs of being a “Call Me Maybe” addict, so his friends and family came forward to deal with his issues and help others avoid the same fate.
>> Watch President Obama's Cover Of Carly Rae Jepsen's 'Call Me Maybe'
First, the symptoms were mild – he ripped his own jeans (and lied about it) and listened to the track 225 times in 2 days on Spotify (which really isn't all that much,...
- 7/9/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
As if "Princess of China" wasn’t already awesome enough, Coldplay and Rihanna have upped the ante by changing the vibe of the hit with a new acoustic version, released this morning. This new version is reminiscent of the charismatic collaborative performance the two brought to the Grammy Awards this past year.
Coldplay haven't been shy about signing the praise of the pop princess, going on record (several times) to tell the world just how great they think she is. Coldplay have described Rihanna as an “incredible artist,” who was their first choice for the track. And after the original release, the Grammy performance, the video and now this acoustic version, we think it’s fair to say they made a great choice.
Chris Martin had his eye on Rihanna for a while, telling MTV News back in September (interview, after the jump) just before the release of Mylo Xyloto,...
As if "Princess of China" wasn’t already awesome enough, Coldplay and Rihanna have upped the ante by changing the vibe of the hit with a new acoustic version, released this morning. This new version is reminiscent of the charismatic collaborative performance the two brought to the Grammy Awards this past year.
Coldplay haven't been shy about signing the praise of the pop princess, going on record (several times) to tell the world just how great they think she is. Coldplay have described Rihanna as an “incredible artist,” who was their first choice for the track. And after the original release, the Grammy performance, the video and now this acoustic version, we think it’s fair to say they made a great choice.
Chris Martin had his eye on Rihanna for a while, telling MTV News back in September (interview, after the jump) just before the release of Mylo Xyloto,...
- 6/25/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
Even the non Beliebers of the world have probably heard that Justin Bieber’s new album, Believe, was released this week. You cannot turn on the TV, radio or walk down the street without hearing his name – sometimes from a screaming mob of girls.
Jimmy Fallon heard the news from Justin himself last night, but things turned slightly competitive when Jimmy mentioned his own new album. Soon, instead of Blow Your Pants Off vs. Believe (Jimmy admitted right up front that he knew Bieber would sell more copies) it was Jimmy vs. Justin. Fallon was committed to finding a way to beat Bieber … at something.
>> Jimmy Fallon Reveals Cheeky Blow Your Pants Off Album Cover On 'Late Night'
The face-offs that followed included: video games, rock/paper/scissors, breathe holding and a grand finale sudden-death dance off. Needless to say Biebs went with the moonwalk, and the sudden death was quick.
Even the non Beliebers of the world have probably heard that Justin Bieber’s new album, Believe, was released this week. You cannot turn on the TV, radio or walk down the street without hearing his name – sometimes from a screaming mob of girls.
Jimmy Fallon heard the news from Justin himself last night, but things turned slightly competitive when Jimmy mentioned his own new album. Soon, instead of Blow Your Pants Off vs. Believe (Jimmy admitted right up front that he knew Bieber would sell more copies) it was Jimmy vs. Justin. Fallon was committed to finding a way to beat Bieber … at something.
>> Jimmy Fallon Reveals Cheeky Blow Your Pants Off Album Cover On 'Late Night'
The face-offs that followed included: video games, rock/paper/scissors, breathe holding and a grand finale sudden-death dance off. Needless to say Biebs went with the moonwalk, and the sudden death was quick.
- 6/22/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
When Beyoncé is not singing and performing on stage, or being a wife and mother at home, she keeps herself occupied proving to her fans just how much she appreciates them.
The latest open letter from Queen Bey to appear on her website is to a fan that she met back in 2007. Timmy Kelly, then 13, had left an impression on Bey, having been born blind and suffering from Cerebral Palsy. He just graduated from high school and Beyoncé wrote the heartfelt letter below to say congratulations, and to encourage all of her fans “that anything is possible if you work hard and believe in yourself.”
This kind of gesture is nothing new from Beyoncé – throughout her career she has been known to show her love for fans having a particularly hard time. After she got wind that a young Australian fan named Chelsea-Lee’s had been diagnosed with cancer,...
When Beyoncé is not singing and performing on stage, or being a wife and mother at home, she keeps herself occupied proving to her fans just how much she appreciates them.
The latest open letter from Queen Bey to appear on her website is to a fan that she met back in 2007. Timmy Kelly, then 13, had left an impression on Bey, having been born blind and suffering from Cerebral Palsy. He just graduated from high school and Beyoncé wrote the heartfelt letter below to say congratulations, and to encourage all of her fans “that anything is possible if you work hard and believe in yourself.”
This kind of gesture is nothing new from Beyoncé – throughout her career she has been known to show her love for fans having a particularly hard time. After she got wind that a young Australian fan named Chelsea-Lee’s had been diagnosed with cancer,...
- 6/21/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
It doesn’t get much hotter than One Direction. Except maybe if you took their token blonde hottie and match him up with sweetheart songbird and "X Factor" judge Demi Lovato. Now, that'd be a young pop power couple!
Which brings us to the question that everyone is asking — are these two young superstars the newest couple in Hollywood?
Ryan Seacrest got the scoop on his radio show today (June 14) straight from Niall Horan himself. He explained that he and Lovato have been using Skype to chit chat – and that Demi "is a cool girl."
>> One Direction Tease Video Project, Need Your Help
Well, if Niall thinks Demi is "cool," and 19-year-old Demi has already admitted to finding him "adorable," it seems like they are leaning in the direction of their rumors! However, Horan went on to tell Seacrest, "We’ve spoken alright, yeah … So, I got in contact with her,...
It doesn’t get much hotter than One Direction. Except maybe if you took their token blonde hottie and match him up with sweetheart songbird and "X Factor" judge Demi Lovato. Now, that'd be a young pop power couple!
Which brings us to the question that everyone is asking — are these two young superstars the newest couple in Hollywood?
Ryan Seacrest got the scoop on his radio show today (June 14) straight from Niall Horan himself. He explained that he and Lovato have been using Skype to chit chat – and that Demi "is a cool girl."
>> One Direction Tease Video Project, Need Your Help
Well, if Niall thinks Demi is "cool," and 19-year-old Demi has already admitted to finding him "adorable," it seems like they are leaning in the direction of their rumors! However, Horan went on to tell Seacrest, "We’ve spoken alright, yeah … So, I got in contact with her,...
- 6/14/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster @lizzydl
Miley Cyrus has been known to shock in the past – but this week’s announcement of the 19-year-old star's engagement to 22-year-old boyfriend Liam Hemsworth trumps all. Since this news was released, media outlets have been overwhelmed with a range of opinions from family, friends and fellow artists.
The latest to join the conversation is fellow country music star Carrie Underwood, who spoke out at the Cmt Music Awards with some words of wisdom for young Miley. "If you can, be engaged for a while, plan everything slow and take your first couple of years just to really hang out,” she told Extra on the red carpet.
Underwood has been happily married for two years now to Nashville Predators hokey star Mike Fisher. With a happy relationship and engagement in the spotlight behind her, Miley might want to consider taking Carrie's advice.
Miley's parents wasted no...
Miley Cyrus has been known to shock in the past – but this week’s announcement of the 19-year-old star's engagement to 22-year-old boyfriend Liam Hemsworth trumps all. Since this news was released, media outlets have been overwhelmed with a range of opinions from family, friends and fellow artists.
The latest to join the conversation is fellow country music star Carrie Underwood, who spoke out at the Cmt Music Awards with some words of wisdom for young Miley. "If you can, be engaged for a while, plan everything slow and take your first couple of years just to really hang out,” she told Extra on the red carpet.
Underwood has been happily married for two years now to Nashville Predators hokey star Mike Fisher. With a happy relationship and engagement in the spotlight behind her, Miley might want to consider taking Carrie's advice.
Miley's parents wasted no...
- 6/8/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
Start sending in your resumes, ladies. One of the world's most talked about bachelors has finally acknowledged his desire to start a family – and it could be with you!
Talking up the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee (which is a very big deal across the pond), Prince Harry opened up to ABC’s Katie Couric about the many important women in in life, including his late mother Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth, but most intriguingly about the future mother of his children, whose identity is still Tbd.
The hunky 27-year-old royal explained, "I’ve longed for kids since I was very, very young. And so I’m just waiting to find the right person, someone who’s willing to take on the job."
While the obvious question is, "Who the heck wouldn't be up for it?" Harry also revealed that there aren't any current candidates. "I don't...
Start sending in your resumes, ladies. One of the world's most talked about bachelors has finally acknowledged his desire to start a family – and it could be with you!
Talking up the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee (which is a very big deal across the pond), Prince Harry opened up to ABC’s Katie Couric about the many important women in in life, including his late mother Princess Diana and Queen Elizabeth, but most intriguingly about the future mother of his children, whose identity is still Tbd.
The hunky 27-year-old royal explained, "I’ve longed for kids since I was very, very young. And so I’m just waiting to find the right person, someone who’s willing to take on the job."
While the obvious question is, "Who the heck wouldn't be up for it?" Harry also revealed that there aren't any current candidates. "I don't...
- 5/30/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster (@lizzydl)
Little Monsters all want a piece of Lady Gaga, and it seems like they will settle for any bit of her ... even her dirty dishes.
>> Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way Ball' Stage Biggest Ever Built To Tour
On May 6, the pop star put her very own blue-and-white tea cup up for auction on Yahoo! Japan Auctions to raise money for artists that were affected by the 2011 tsunami that devastated parts of the country. The tiny tea cup brought in an astonishing £47,000 to help these artists study abroad.
>> Lady Gaga Giving Away 'Monster Pit Key' To Hardcore Fan At Each Tour Stop
Gaga recently brought her "Born This Way Ball" to the continent, and is currently in Tokyo for three more shows following several dates in Hong Kong. As usual, she made sure to keep her Little Monsters in the loop, tweeting early this morning, "On my way to Tokyo!
Little Monsters all want a piece of Lady Gaga, and it seems like they will settle for any bit of her ... even her dirty dishes.
>> Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way Ball' Stage Biggest Ever Built To Tour
On May 6, the pop star put her very own blue-and-white tea cup up for auction on Yahoo! Japan Auctions to raise money for artists that were affected by the 2011 tsunami that devastated parts of the country. The tiny tea cup brought in an astonishing £47,000 to help these artists study abroad.
>> Lady Gaga Giving Away 'Monster Pit Key' To Hardcore Fan At Each Tour Stop
Gaga recently brought her "Born This Way Ball" to the continent, and is currently in Tokyo for three more shows following several dates in Hong Kong. As usual, she made sure to keep her Little Monsters in the loop, tweeting early this morning, "On my way to Tokyo!
- 5/8/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
Britney Spears, Demi Lovato, Miley Cyrus and Avril Lavigne's names all continue to circulate as the next possible judge on "The X Factor." Yesterday, our very own James Montgomery broke down the strengths and weaknesses of each of the ladies.
Now, it's time for the MTV Newsroom to weigh in.
Rya Backer, Segment Producer
Ever since I watched the “Stay Strong” documentary on her, I've been obsessed with Demi Lovato. She's so talented and warm and willing to put herself out there! The contestants and audience will love her for it.
Ade Mangum, Segment Producer
Let's be real. Everyone would want to see Britney as the new "X Factor" judge. Why? Who doesn't want to tune in just to hear what she'll say next ... informative or embarrassing? It'll generate Twitter trending topics, slang and we might even start using the term "you've been Spear'd." Let's get Brit on there!
Now, it's time for the MTV Newsroom to weigh in.
Rya Backer, Segment Producer
Ever since I watched the “Stay Strong” documentary on her, I've been obsessed with Demi Lovato. She's so talented and warm and willing to put herself out there! The contestants and audience will love her for it.
Ade Mangum, Segment Producer
Let's be real. Everyone would want to see Britney as the new "X Factor" judge. Why? Who doesn't want to tune in just to hear what she'll say next ... informative or embarrassing? It'll generate Twitter trending topics, slang and we might even start using the term "you've been Spear'd." Let's get Brit on there!
- 5/3/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Mariah Carey fans can let out a sigh of relief! Everyone’s favorite diva has just announced she is back to doing what she does best – making music!
The songstress took to her Facebook page yesterday to announce she has recently written and recorded a new track. "Lil' excited to share with you that I wrote and recorded a song for Lee Daniels' new movie 'The Paperboy' called Mesmerized! Hope to play it for you very soon," she wrote.
Between her recent work as an actress and the birth of her twins, Mariah has been a busy lady and has slowed way down on musical releases. We think fans everywhere will agree a Mariah-worthy hit is long overdue!
Daniels and Carey have worked together previously in a variety of capacities, most memorably on his Oscar-nominated film “Precious” in 2009, where Mariah surprised everyone with her...
Mariah Carey fans can let out a sigh of relief! Everyone’s favorite diva has just announced she is back to doing what she does best – making music!
The songstress took to her Facebook page yesterday to announce she has recently written and recorded a new track. "Lil' excited to share with you that I wrote and recorded a song for Lee Daniels' new movie 'The Paperboy' called Mesmerized! Hope to play it for you very soon," she wrote.
Between her recent work as an actress and the birth of her twins, Mariah has been a busy lady and has slowed way down on musical releases. We think fans everywhere will agree a Mariah-worthy hit is long overdue!
Daniels and Carey have worked together previously in a variety of capacities, most memorably on his Oscar-nominated film “Precious” in 2009, where Mariah surprised everyone with her...
- 5/3/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Poor guy!
Forty four may seem like an irrelevant number in individual album sales for heavy hitters like Adele and Jason Mraz, who are accustom to selling millions, but this week that number made all of the difference.
Adele held on to the top spot on the U.K. album chart this week with her record-setting blockbuster 21 by selling just 44 more copies than Mraz's debuting Love is a Four Letter Word.
Love is Mraz's first new release since 2008's smash We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things, which gave the singer the longest running song ever on the Billboard Hot 100, "I'm Yours." In 2010, Mraz won two Grammys for his work on the album, so needless to say the bar has been set high for his follow-up. His first single off the new album, "I Won’t Give Up," peaked at #1 on iTunes after its release in January,...
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Forty four may seem like an irrelevant number in individual album sales for heavy hitters like Adele and Jason Mraz, who are accustom to selling millions, but this week that number made all of the difference.
Adele held on to the top spot on the U.K. album chart this week with her record-setting blockbuster 21 by selling just 44 more copies than Mraz's debuting Love is a Four Letter Word.
Love is Mraz's first new release since 2008's smash We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things, which gave the singer the longest running song ever on the Billboard Hot 100, "I'm Yours." In 2010, Mraz won two Grammys for his work on the album, so needless to say the bar has been set high for his follow-up. His first single off the new album, "I Won’t Give Up," peaked at #1 on iTunes after its release in January,...
- 4/23/2012
- by John Mitchell
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Last week, "Glee" pleased pop music lovers everywhere with their rendition of the hit single "Somebody That I Used to Know." Show standout Darren Criss performed the emotional ballad alongside guest star Matt Bomer, and while they gave the song their own touch, they stuck to the general structure and vibe of the original. Based on the already established widespread popularity of the song, the cover was very well-received by most.
Unfortunately, Gotye himself was not so pleased. The Australian singer told the Sunday Mail (via Billboard), "They did such a faithful arrangement of the instrumentals but the vocals were that pop 'Glee' style, ultra-dry, sounded pretty tuned and the rock has no real sense, like it's playing to you from a cardboard box."
Ouch. Such a review from the song's singer is probably not what the show's creators or young stars were going for.
Last week, "Glee" pleased pop music lovers everywhere with their rendition of the hit single "Somebody That I Used to Know." Show standout Darren Criss performed the emotional ballad alongside guest star Matt Bomer, and while they gave the song their own touch, they stuck to the general structure and vibe of the original. Based on the already established widespread popularity of the song, the cover was very well-received by most.
Unfortunately, Gotye himself was not so pleased. The Australian singer told the Sunday Mail (via Billboard), "They did such a faithful arrangement of the instrumentals but the vocals were that pop 'Glee' style, ultra-dry, sounded pretty tuned and the rock has no real sense, like it's playing to you from a cardboard box."
Ouch. Such a review from the song's singer is probably not what the show's creators or young stars were going for.
- 4/23/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
'I haven't dipped my hat into that ring,' the 'Parks and Rec' star tells MTV News of teaming up with his friend 'Ye.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Aziz Ansari
Photo: MTV News
New York — Aziz Ansari has been keeping pretty busy lately, working on everything from his full-time "Parks and Recreation" gig to a buzzed-about cameo in Kanye West and Jay-z's "Otis" music video last year.
After Ansari's feature in the Watch the Throne clip and his and Kanye's joint participation in Nike's Kobe System videos, fans are speculating about the pair's next step together. Could a musical partnership be in the works?
Not anytime soon, according to Ansari. MTV News caught up with the comedian in Central Park, where he was taking time off from his busy schedule to rep his inner Tom Haverford and ceremonially mow a stretch of grass for New York City's Central Park Conservancy.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Aziz Ansari
Photo: MTV News
New York — Aziz Ansari has been keeping pretty busy lately, working on everything from his full-time "Parks and Recreation" gig to a buzzed-about cameo in Kanye West and Jay-z's "Otis" music video last year.
After Ansari's feature in the Watch the Throne clip and his and Kanye's joint participation in Nike's Kobe System videos, fans are speculating about the pair's next step together. Could a musical partnership be in the works?
Not anytime soon, according to Ansari. MTV News caught up with the comedian in Central Park, where he was taking time off from his busy schedule to rep his inner Tom Haverford and ceremonially mow a stretch of grass for New York City's Central Park Conservancy.
- 4/3/2012
- MTV Music News
'Jennifer Lawrence is the perfect Katniss Everdeen!' one MTV News commenter writes.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
After devouring the books and flooding movie theaters, "Hunger Games" fans have become fiercely loyal to the actors who embodied their favorite characters. And those die-hards are not taking kindly to suggestions that Jennifer Lawrence is too curvy to play Katniss Everdeen.
Much of the backlash stems from New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis' review of the film, in which she wrote: "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
On Wednesday, when MTV News checked in with "Hunger Games" experts for their feelings on the subject, many of you took to our comments section and our...
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
After devouring the books and flooding movie theaters, "Hunger Games" fans have become fiercely loyal to the actors who embodied their favorite characters. And those die-hards are not taking kindly to suggestions that Jennifer Lawrence is too curvy to play Katniss Everdeen.
Much of the backlash stems from New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis' review of the film, in which she wrote: "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
On Wednesday, when MTV News checked in with "Hunger Games" experts for their feelings on the subject, many of you took to our comments section and our...
- 3/29/2012
- MTV Movie News
'Jennifer Lawrence is the perfect Katniss Everdeen!' one MTV News commenter writes.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
After devouring the books and flooding movie theaters, "Hunger Games" fans have become fiercely loyal to the actors who embodied their favorite characters. And those die-hards are not taking kindly to suggestions that Jennifer Lawrence is too curvy to play Katniss Everdeen.
Much of the backlash stems from New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis' review of the film, in which she wrote: "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
On Wednesday, when MTV News checked in with "Hunger Games" experts for their feelings on the subject, many of you took to our comments section and our...
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
After devouring the books and flooding movie theaters, "Hunger Games" fans have become fiercely loyal to the actors who embodied their favorite characters. And those die-hards are not taking kindly to suggestions that Jennifer Lawrence is too curvy to play Katniss Everdeen.
Much of the backlash stems from New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis' review of the film, in which she wrote: "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
On Wednesday, when MTV News checked in with "Hunger Games" experts for their feelings on the subject, many of you took to our comments section and our...
- 3/29/2012
- MTV Music News
Fan groups respond to one critic's suggestion that Lawrence's 'womanly figure makes a bad fit' for Katniss.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
Fans flooded in droves into movie theaters this weekend to see "The Hunger Games." In the wake of the highly anticipated release, much of the criticism surrounding the movie has been not about the young stars' performances, but their appearances.
Most recently there has been criticism of Jennifer Lawrence's weight, with some sighting that as Katniss, a girl who grew up in a famine-stricken district of a dystopian society, she should have been thinner.
New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis wrote, "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
The statement is receiving much backlash,...
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
Fans flooded in droves into movie theaters this weekend to see "The Hunger Games." In the wake of the highly anticipated release, much of the criticism surrounding the movie has been not about the young stars' performances, but their appearances.
Most recently there has been criticism of Jennifer Lawrence's weight, with some sighting that as Katniss, a girl who grew up in a famine-stricken district of a dystopian society, she should have been thinner.
New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis wrote, "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
The statement is receiving much backlash,...
- 3/28/2012
- MTV Movie News
Fan groups respond to one critic's suggestion that Lawrence's 'womanly figure makes a bad fit' for Katniss.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
Fans flooded in droves into movie theaters this weekend to see "The Hunger Games." In the wake of the highly anticipated release, much of the criticism surrounding the movie has been not about the young stars' performances, but their appearances.
Most recently there has been criticism of Jennifer Lawrence's weight, with some sighting that as Katniss, a girl who grew up in a famine-stricken district of a dystopian society, she should have been thinner.
New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis wrote, "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
The statement is receiving much backlash,...
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Jennifer Lawrence in "The Hunger Games"
Photo: Lionsgate
Fans flooded in droves into movie theaters this weekend to see "The Hunger Games." In the wake of the highly anticipated release, much of the criticism surrounding the movie has been not about the young stars' performances, but their appearances.
Most recently there has been criticism of Jennifer Lawrence's weight, with some sighting that as Katniss, a girl who grew up in a famine-stricken district of a dystopian society, she should have been thinner.
New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis wrote, "A few years ago Ms. Lawrence might have looked hungry enough to play Katniss, but now, at 21, her seductive, womanly figure makes a bad fit for a dystopian fantasy about a people starved into submission."
The statement is receiving much backlash,...
- 3/28/2012
- MTV Music News
Band tells Rolling Stone album due out in June will be 'our most 'pop' record ever.'
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Maroon 5
Photo: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images
Maroon 5 is making moves like Jagger in 2012 with the announcement of their fourth record, due out June 26. Lead singer Adam Levine told Rolling Stone fans should expect Overexposed to be "one of our most diverse and poppiest albums yet." With an ever-evolving sound, Maroon 5 is sure to impress with the new 10-track record.
Already announced is "Payphone," a surprising (but promising) track featuring Wiz Khalifa that hints that this album will be heavy on collaborations. From working with Rihanna to Christina Aguilera, the group has plenty of experience experimenting with different sounds and genres. But "Payphone" seems like it could become the group's most distinct collaborative work yet. 2010's Hands All Over was the first time the group had worked with an outside writer,...
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Maroon 5
Photo: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images
Maroon 5 is making moves like Jagger in 2012 with the announcement of their fourth record, due out June 26. Lead singer Adam Levine told Rolling Stone fans should expect Overexposed to be "one of our most diverse and poppiest albums yet." With an ever-evolving sound, Maroon 5 is sure to impress with the new 10-track record.
Already announced is "Payphone," a surprising (but promising) track featuring Wiz Khalifa that hints that this album will be heavy on collaborations. From working with Rihanna to Christina Aguilera, the group has plenty of experience experimenting with different sounds and genres. But "Payphone" seems like it could become the group's most distinct collaborative work yet. 2010's Hands All Over was the first time the group had worked with an outside writer,...
- 3/27/2012
- MTV Music News
By Elizabeth Lancaster
No exhaling yet for fans of "The X Factor"! In an interview yesterday with "Access Hollywood," Simon Cowell broke it down for everyone and explained who he is currently supporting musically, and who he Clearly is not.
Clearly supporting: One Direction. "We’ve been missing this kind of pop boom for a while and I think this is going to be the beginning of a wave," he said of One Direction's incredible success. He admires their "solid fan base" and ended the conversation proclaiming, "They’re smart boys."
(Don't forget, One Direction was discovered on the U.K. version of "The X Factor." Find out everything you need to know about the latest boy band sensation in our primer – One Direction: A Guide To The Biggest Boy Band Around)
So if Simon likes One Direction, who is he not so interested in? Well, in response...
No exhaling yet for fans of "The X Factor"! In an interview yesterday with "Access Hollywood," Simon Cowell broke it down for everyone and explained who he is currently supporting musically, and who he Clearly is not.
Clearly supporting: One Direction. "We’ve been missing this kind of pop boom for a while and I think this is going to be the beginning of a wave," he said of One Direction's incredible success. He admires their "solid fan base" and ended the conversation proclaiming, "They’re smart boys."
(Don't forget, One Direction was discovered on the U.K. version of "The X Factor." Find out everything you need to know about the latest boy band sensation in our primer – One Direction: A Guide To The Biggest Boy Band Around)
So if Simon likes One Direction, who is he not so interested in? Well, in response...
- 3/22/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Katy Perry will grace the small screen once again with an upcoming guest appearance on Fox’s charming comedy "Raising Hope" on March 6.
In a show already filled with loveable and quirky comedy, we can only imagine that Katy’s guest role will up the ante. Claiming to be "Rikki," Sabrina’s (Shannon Woodward) best friend from a past life And a prison guard, we hope the guest spot will provide many hilarious and informative flashbacks from Sabrina’s pre-Jimmy life.
Katy is no stranger to television, having appeared on "How I Met Your Mother" in 2011 and several other shows. Even in her stage performances and red carpet appearances, she generally tends to bring the theatrics, demanding attention and winning the crowd. We expect this performance to be no different. We are, however, excited to see the dynamic between Sabrina and Rikki since Sabrina often steals the show with her dry-but-adorable humor,...
Katy Perry will grace the small screen once again with an upcoming guest appearance on Fox’s charming comedy "Raising Hope" on March 6.
In a show already filled with loveable and quirky comedy, we can only imagine that Katy’s guest role will up the ante. Claiming to be "Rikki," Sabrina’s (Shannon Woodward) best friend from a past life And a prison guard, we hope the guest spot will provide many hilarious and informative flashbacks from Sabrina’s pre-Jimmy life.
Katy is no stranger to television, having appeared on "How I Met Your Mother" in 2011 and several other shows. Even in her stage performances and red carpet appearances, she generally tends to bring the theatrics, demanding attention and winning the crowd. We expect this performance to be no different. We are, however, excited to see the dynamic between Sabrina and Rikki since Sabrina often steals the show with her dry-but-adorable humor,...
- 2/23/2012
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
Manufactured Superstars single features the heiress' spoken word over an electro-house beat.
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Paris Hilton
Photo: Getty Images
Staying true to her roots, Paris Hilton is speaking to party girls everywhere in the new Manufactured Superstars single "Drunk Text."
"Drunk Text" dropped with an accompanying video Thursday (February 23), featuring an electro-house beat under the socialite's spoken word. As for the lyrics, Paris narrates a modern clubgoer's inner-monologue, highlighting key partying moments like dancing, taking shots and, you guessed it, drunk texting.
The most attention-grabbing element of the video is Hilton herself. Focusing mostly on her red-lipstick-stained mouth speaking the words to the song, the camera also occasionally pans to the songstress relaxing in various locations throughout the club in a stunning-yet-suggestive black dress. This is a major transition from her bikini-clad "Stars Are Blind" music video, channeling a chic and erotic energy for the more risqué track.
You...
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Paris Hilton
Photo: Getty Images
Staying true to her roots, Paris Hilton is speaking to party girls everywhere in the new Manufactured Superstars single "Drunk Text."
"Drunk Text" dropped with an accompanying video Thursday (February 23), featuring an electro-house beat under the socialite's spoken word. As for the lyrics, Paris narrates a modern clubgoer's inner-monologue, highlighting key partying moments like dancing, taking shots and, you guessed it, drunk texting.
The most attention-grabbing element of the video is Hilton herself. Focusing mostly on her red-lipstick-stained mouth speaking the words to the song, the camera also occasionally pans to the songstress relaxing in various locations throughout the club in a stunning-yet-suggestive black dress. This is a major transition from her bikini-clad "Stars Are Blind" music video, channeling a chic and erotic energy for the more risqué track.
You...
- 2/23/2012
- MTV Music News
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Miss Independent is back!
In her most organic recording to date, Kelly Clarkson brings the heat with Stronger, her fifth studio album, due out tomorrow. And she's brought her A-game to the set, combining her usual empowering lyrics with her strongest vocals yet.
Prospective and former boyfriends would be smart to walk on egg shells around Miz Clarkson, because this girl is not afraid of taking you to task if you act like a dog. Here are the top 5 tracks you cannot afford to miss:
1. "Einstein": A personal favorite with an all too familiar narrative, am I right, ladies? Between the strong funky beat and the relatable lyrics, "Einstein" is not one to skip. Her most recent pop equation – “dumb plus dumb equals you” – is a hard one to argue with.
2. "What Doesn’t Kill You (Stronger)": This ex clearly had it coming and Kelly...
Miss Independent is back!
In her most organic recording to date, Kelly Clarkson brings the heat with Stronger, her fifth studio album, due out tomorrow. And she's brought her A-game to the set, combining her usual empowering lyrics with her strongest vocals yet.
Prospective and former boyfriends would be smart to walk on egg shells around Miz Clarkson, because this girl is not afraid of taking you to task if you act like a dog. Here are the top 5 tracks you cannot afford to miss:
1. "Einstein": A personal favorite with an all too familiar narrative, am I right, ladies? Between the strong funky beat and the relatable lyrics, "Einstein" is not one to skip. Her most recent pop equation – “dumb plus dumb equals you” – is a hard one to argue with.
2. "What Doesn’t Kill You (Stronger)": This ex clearly had it coming and Kelly...
- 10/24/2011
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
By Elizabeth Lancaster
Eight years ago, you could not watch TV or listen to the radio, without being confronted by Justin Timberlake's blond curls and killer vocal range. After leaving one of the most popular boy bands of all time, he went on to release a solo album, which of course dominated charts and earned him six Grammy Awards. But it was no surprise to anyone who's been paying attention to his career since then that Timberlake told Entertainment Weekly he doesn't feel pressure to return to music anytime soon. With his new film, "The Social Network," being discussed for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, and two Emmy Awards already in his pocket, Justin's acting career might finally be taking off. He's definitely not the first wildly successful musician turned actor. And he brings to mind some other artists who have successfully switched careers midstream.
A surefire example...
Eight years ago, you could not watch TV or listen to the radio, without being confronted by Justin Timberlake's blond curls and killer vocal range. After leaving one of the most popular boy bands of all time, he went on to release a solo album, which of course dominated charts and earned him six Grammy Awards. But it was no surprise to anyone who's been paying attention to his career since then that Timberlake told Entertainment Weekly he doesn't feel pressure to return to music anytime soon. With his new film, "The Social Network," being discussed for Best Picture at the Academy Awards, and two Emmy Awards already in his pocket, Justin's acting career might finally be taking off. He's definitely not the first wildly successful musician turned actor. And he brings to mind some other artists who have successfully switched careers midstream.
A surefire example...
- 10/1/2010
- by MTV News
- MTV Newsroom
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