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This is It Showtimes Extended, DVD Announced

Published November 3rd, 2009 by Karen

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After reportedly topping the box office and raking in over $100 million during its first week, Michael Jackson’s This Is It has been given an extended run in theaters around the world.

(Read: Michael Jackson This is It: Is 3D Movie Next?)

This news likely comes as a surprise to no one, except perhaps whatever poor souls lined up early to get tickets to this “limited run” back when Sony was still lying and saying it would only be in theaters for a few days.

Sure, the “limited time” tactic created a buzz, but Continue reading »

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Interview: Rihanna Reveals Details of Assault

Published November 3rd, 2009 by Karen

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In the months since his attack on then-girlfriend Rihanna in February, Chris Brown has made numerous appearances attempting to vaguely apologize, elicit sympathy and make money.

(Read: Chris Brown Returns to Stage After Attack)

However, the person the world is most curious to hear from in this case, Rihanna, has remained silent on the matter—until now.

ABC is set to air an interview with the 21-year-old singer wherein she will speak about Brown’s violent attack on her for the first time.

We have to say, in the preview video clip provided by ABC, the news anchors promoting the interview seem ghoulishly interested in the details of the beating. The bloodthirsty pair repeatedly emphasizes that Rihanna is supposed to Continue reading »

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Worst Duets: Metallica and Lou Reed, U2 and Fergie, and More

Published November 2nd, 2009 by Karen

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Oh, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, why do you do this to us?

In honor of the R’n’R Hall of Fame’s 25th Anniversary, a series of “all-star” concerts were held in NYC featuring some top acts, and some not-so-top acts, all mixed together into a sometimes nightmarish pop culture stew.

Some things just shouldn’t mix, as the concert’s list of duets proves:

The night produced some strange duets:
U2 & Springsteen (ok)
Mick Jagger & Fergie (ick)
Metallica & the Kinks (why?)
And things just get even weirder after that…

Below: check out videos from some of the best and worst combos and tell us which you think is the best (or worst). Continue reading »

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Elton John Hospitalized, Cancels Tour Dates

Published November 2nd, 2009 by Karen

Sir Elton John. The Red Piano Tour (Moscow 2009)

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Last week Morrissey and Eric Clapton battled over the title of Too Old to Rock as the dissimilar British rockers each canceled shows for medical reasons. This week comes news of Elton John’s sidelining battle with Continue reading »

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Weekly Music News Highlights: Dead, Undead and More

Published October 31st, 2009 by Karen

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In case you couldn’t keep up with all of the week’s music news headlines, we’ve rounded up some of the highlights from around the web, including stories on stars who are dead, undead (really!), controversial and just plain awesome.

Find out what made headlines this week: Continue reading »

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NYC Halloween: Weekend Concerts

Published October 30th, 2009 by Karen

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Halloween is here!

Now that you’re all dressed up, where are you going to go?
As always, we suggest checking out some concerts around NYC!

See what kind of rock’n’roll fun we’ve dug up for your wild weekend!

Plus, if you’re looking for a last-minute costume idea, we’ve got you covered with Top 10: Easy Halloween Costumes with a Music Theme.

Now, for those creepy weekend concerts: Continue reading »

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Jay-Z, John Legend Battle Onstage in NYC

Published October 30th, 2009 by Karen

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Although his song “Empire State of Mind” has become the unofficial anthem of New York City in recent weeks, Jay-Z didn’t hesitate to take a shot at the Yankees when performing the song prior to Thursday’s second world series game at Yankee Stadium.

(Read: Beyonce Defends Kanye: “He was Standing up for Art”)

In front of a stadium full of Yankees fans and players, Continue reading »

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Top 10: Easy Halloween Costumes with a Music Theme

Published October 29th, 2009 by Karen

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Halloween is only a few days away! Are you ready?

If you don’t have a costume yet, don’t worry: We’ve got 10 easy, inexpensive costume ideas for you—all with a music theme.

Whether you’re looking for something funny, sexy, silly, or offensive—we’ve got you covered.

TOP 10 Easy Halloween Costumes–with a Music Theme: Continue reading »

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Chris Brown Returns to Stage After Attack

Published October 29th, 2009 by Karen

ABOVE: He’s baaack, and just in time for Halloween, too.

In his first concert appearance since his notorious February 8 attack on then-girlfriend Rihanna, controversial singer Chris Brown took to the stage as part of Power 105.1 Powerhouse ‘09 concert alongside Keri Hilson, Trey Songz, The-Dream, Day26, Fabolous, Juelz Santana, Swizz Beatz, Mario and others.

(Read: Chris Brown Plans to Return to Stage in NJ: Will Fans Boycott?)

MTV.com reports, and the above video confirms, that fans went wild as Brown hit the stage. During his set, Brown Continue reading »

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Michael Jackson This is It: Is 3D Movie Next?

Published October 28th, 2009 by Karen

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Early reviews of the concert film/documentary Michael Jackson: This Is It have been positively glowing—but that is no surprise since the opening night audiences were packed with Jackson devotees and mourners.

Plus, under the circumstances, giving the film a negative review would be akin to booing at a funeral.

However, regardless of your feelings toward Jackson, his personal controversies or even his music, this actually sounds like an entertaining film and we can prove it with three words: giant mechanical spider. Continue reading »

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