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Monday, January 31, 2011
Help Jackson Rathbone's 'Girlfriend' Reach A Wider Audience!
Sometimes, critical acclaim, online buzz and a "Twilight" star just aren't enough for an indie film to reach a wider audience. Such is the case with the Toronto International Film Festival hit "Girlfriend," starring Shannon Woodward ("Raising Hope"), Evan Sneider (the first lead feature film actor with Down's Syndrome) and some guy you may have [...]
MTV Rough Cut: 2010 Fall Movie Preview
MTV Rough Cut: 2010 Fall Movie Preview
From "The Social Network" to "Little Fockers," MTV News is checking out all the hottest movies coming out this fall.
3OH!3 And Ke$ha's 'First Kiss': The Summer Jam Of 2010?
If it's not the song of the summer, it's still a bona fide party starter.
By Kyle Anderson
3OH!3 and Ke$ha's 'First Kiss'
Photo: Photo Finish Records
In one corner, we have Denver post-electro duo 3OH!3, whose chant-along choruses have made them favorites of hard-partyers everywhere. In the opposite corner stands Ke$ha, a star whose debut album Animal continues to wreck the Billboard charts on the back of killer singles like "Tik Tok" and the recently released "Your Love Is My Drug."
With so much melody and dance-friendly music packed into one song, their collaboration would have to be the winner of the 2010 Summer Songs Sweepstakes, right?
It's quite possible. The three already collaborated on a hit ("Blah Blah Blah," which appeared on Ke$ha's album), and their latest hookup is another chant-along jam called "First Kiss," which celebrates the thrill of the titular rite of passage on the strength of a pulse-pounding beat and a chorus you can shout along to (not unlike Avril Lavigne's "Girlfriend," a summer-jam contender in 2007).
Of course, the summer-friendly lyrical content doesn't hurt. "That's a really summery topic," said Leah Greenblatt of Entertainment Weekly. "Everybody has a memory of having a first kiss under a boardwalk or something."
For Ke$ha, it's all about having a good time — another very summer-centric sentiment. "It's just fun," she told MTV News. "The song is fun, and those guys [in 3OH!3] are fun."
With all that positive energy already folded into the song, "First Kiss" should be an automatic winner for the title of Official Summer Jam of 2010, right? It's a strong entry, but it also faces stiff competition from similarly excellent tunes by Lady Gaga, B.o.B, Usher and Katy Perry. Still, even if "First Kiss" doesn't emerge as the song that sticks with us through the season's beach parties and barbecues, 3OH!3 and Ke$ha can be confident they crafted yet another pitch-perfect party starter.
Vote for the summer jam of 2010 in the MTV Newsroom now, and stay tuned for more on the hottest songs of the season.
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'Superman' Star Henry Cavill Had Long Road To Landing The Role
Actor has been linked to Superman reboots since 2002.
By Eric Ditzian
Henry Cavill
Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images
It took Henry Cavill far longer than expected to complete his journey from Krypton to Earth. Years after the British actor first circled the role of Superman, he finally landed the part of the Man of Steel in Zack Snyder's reboot of the storied comic franchise.
It was, indeed, a circuitous path for Cavill, involving brushes with other heroes and the planet's most swoon-worthy vampire. He's been this close to becoming a breakout Hollywood star a staggering number of times, but until now he was unable to seal the deal. Now his life is about to change in a big way. As we applaud Cavill for winning the part, let's take a look back at the ups and downs he endured before signing on to play the world's most iconic man in tights.
2002:
Though he was mostly known as a stage actor, Cavill's name cropped up in "Superman" conversations following director Brett Ratner's stated desire to cast an unknown in the title role of his in-the-works reboot. Ratner also had a strong interest in future "White Collar" star Matthew Bomer, but the studio pushed him in the direction of established talent like Jude Law and Josh Hartnett. It didn't matter, though: Ratner left the project early the next year.
2003:
McG came aboard to replace Ratner and began to search, like Ratner, for an unknown actor to play Superman. Cavill actually ended up landing the role.
"I was attached to the McG 'Superman' movie," he explained to MTV News in 2009. But McG's version of the film never came to pass and Cavill once again missed out on the opportunity to play the Man of Steel.
That same year, following rumors that Cavill was being considered for the role of Batman in Christopher Nolan's reboot, Christian Bale won the role of the Caped Crusader.
2004:
After McG's departure from "Superman," Bryan Singer hopped into the director's chair and targeted an unknown actor. But the actor wasn't Cavill. Instead, Brandon Routh won the lead role.
"[The McG and Singer versions] were two different movies," Cavill explained in '09. "So it wasn't so much of a sting because it was like, 'Oh, I got [the role],' and then the movie just didn't happen."
2005:
Cavill wouldn't have been faulted for avoiding any contact with iconic film characters, but he kept pushing. In '05, he screen-tested for the role of James Bond in "Casino Royale." But the part went instead to Daniel Craig, and Cavill, perhaps, was left with his confidence shaken, not stirred.
2007:
By this point, Cavill had mostly appeared in low-profile films like the direct-to-video "Hellraiser: Hellworld" and in supporting roles in higher-profile fare like "Tristan & Isolde." But the guy got a break when he was cast in the Showtime series "The Tudors," opposite Jonathan Rhys Meyers. The series enjoyed a successful run, lasting four seasons and earning a Golden Globe nomination in 2007 for best drama.
Cavill had also reportedly been "Twilight" author Stephenie Meyer's top pick to play Edward Cullen, but at the end of '07, the role went to Robert Pattinson. A few years later, we asked Cavill how close he had actually come to playing the vampire. "I've heard this, but I haven't heard from Stephenie," Cavill told us. "I haven't spoken to her personally, and I haven't spoken to the producers."
2009:
Rumor has it that Cavill was competing for the role of Hal Jordan in the long-gestating big-screen adaptation of "Green Lantern." And — surprise, surprise — after losing out on Batman and Superman, Cavill failed to land the role. Instead, Ryan Reynolds signed on to play Jordan.
2011:
At long, long last, the guy who missed out on playing some of pop culture's best known characters officially signs on to play Superman.
"In the pantheon of superheroes, Superman is the most recognized and revered character of all time, and I am honored to be a part of his return to the big screen," Snyder said in a statement. "I also join Warner Bros., Legendary and the producers in saying how excited we are about the casting of Henry. He is the perfect choice to don the cape and S shield."
For breaking news and previews of the latest comic book movies — updated around the clock — visit SplashPage.MTV.com.
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Katy Perry's Upcoming Tour And News From The 'Vampire Diaries' Set In Today's Tweet Dreams
It was just last week that Katy Perry announced she'd be heading out on a whirlwind tour with Robyn, and now fans are getting some details about just what they can expect. Katy (pictured) revealed to Rolling Stone that, "It's the first concert that's going to smell good. It's going to smell like you're in [...]
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Sunday, January 30, 2011
Chris Brown Apologizes For Homophobic Raz-B Twitter Rant
'Words cannot begin to express how sorry and frustrated I am over what transpired publicly on Twitter,' singer tells TMZ.
By Gil Kaufman
Chris Brown
Photo: Frazer Harrison/ Getty Images
A day after launching a series of N-bombs and homophobic tweets in the direction of former B2K singer Raz-B, Chris Brown was feeling contrite Thursday (December 30). The singer, who recently boasted about his completion of a court-ordered, yearlong domestic-violence course as part of his sentencing for assaulting then-girlfriend Rihanna, told gossip site TMZ that he regretted making crude sexual comments that were considered homophobic.
"Yesterday was an unfortunate lack in judgment sparked by public Twitter attacks from Raz-B, who was bent on getting attention," Brown said of the virtual feud. "Words cannot begin to express how sorry and frustrated I am over what transpired publicly on Twitter. I have learned over the past few years to not condone or represent acts of violence against anyone."
On Wednesday, the "Deuces" singer got charged up when Raz-B tweeted a comment critical of Brown in the midst of a flurry of tweets in praise of Rihanna. "I'm just sittin here thinking how can n---as like [Eric Benet] & [Chris Brown] disrespect women as intelligent as Halle Berry, Rihanna," Raz wrote.
Brown quickly shot back, tweeting, "N---a you want attention! Grow up n---a!!! Di-- in da booty ass lil boy."
The harsh comments were an apparent allusion to allegations Raz-B made (and later retracted) that B2K manager Brian Stokes had molested him. Several other homophobia-tinged responses followed, but, unlike in the past when Brown went into Internet silence after making heated statements, he vowed that this time, he would not delete his Twitter account.
"I was minding my damn business and Peter pan decides to pop off!!!" Brown wrote. "I'm not mad though!!! I'm just not silent nor am i one of these scary R&B cats!!" In light of the harsh statements, Brown followed up by writing, "I'm not homophobic! He's just disrespectful!!!"
Since the Rihanna assault, Brown has made a series of outrageous or confounding statements that he quickly followed with apologies or retractions. He followed that pattern on Thursday, when he told TMZ, "Molestation and victims of such acts are not to be taken lightly; and for my comments I apologize -- from the bottom of my heart." An unnamed source connected to Brown pointed out that Raz's allegations against Stokes were suspect, adding that regardless of their veracity, Brown's comments were not acceptable.
"I love all of my fans, gay and straight," Brown went on to say. "I have friends from all walks of life and I am committed, with God's help, to continue becoming a better person."
Though Brown was extending an olive branch, TMZ also noted that Raz's brother, the singer known as Ricky Romance, posted a video threatening that if he saw Brown in Los Angeles, he would "put my mother----ing pistol in your mouth." A spokesperson for Raz noted that Ricky's comments do not represent Raz's feelings but are the result of a protective instinct among siblings. "Raz-B has already spoken to his brother and told him to chill out," the spokesperson said.
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Nicki Minaj Gets 'Creepy' And Shows Booty Power On 'Saturday Night Live'
MC plays geeky voyeur and curvy 'Bride of Blackenstein' on late-night sketch show debut.
By Mawuse Ziegbe
Nicki Minaj performs in an "SNL" digital short on Jan. 29
Photo: NBC
If fans were expecting hip-hop sexpot Nicki Minaj to vamp it up in her first "Saturday Night Live" skit, they definitely got an unexpected eyeful of the rap diva being, well, super creepy.
Minaj popped up in an Andy Samberg-helmed digital short, dressed as a socially awkward, throwback nerd -- big glasses, blonde ponytail and cardigan -- for the ode of voyeurism "Do the Creep."
Legendary filmmaker and kitsch enthusiast John Waters introduced the song via an old-school television screen, and Samberg, sporting a snug suit, spectacles and skinny mustache reminiscent of Waters' signature facial fuzz, led a trio of similarly dressed crooners. The crew celebrated inappropriate peeping moments, belting, "When a fine PYT walks in front of your tree, do the creep," and crooned about watching their parents get it on.
Nicki showed up midway through the jam in her dork garb and spit about watching guys in a locker room take it all off, rhyming that while she was "ogling ... little did they know that they were modeling." Nicki later showed off a penchant for necrophilia by trying to make out with a corpse at a funeral, and then instructed viewers on how to do properly "creep," singing, "Get your knees flexing and your arms t-rexing."
Minaj did show off her voluptuous side when she popped up in a fake blaxpoitation flick, "Bride of Blackenstein," alongside Jay Pharoah as an evil scientist, Kenan Thompson as Frankenstein and host Jesse Eisenberg as the hunchbacked assistant. When the doctor unveiled his creation, she captivated the fellas with her rotund behind, as Eisenberg quipped "That's why you had me fill those basketballs with Jell-O!" But she quickly made it clear that she has an attitude to match her assets, batting away Frankenstein's advances with "You think you can just walk up on me and get some of this?" After she officially staked her claim to the castle and insisted her new man stay at home, the townspeople stormed the dungeon but were quickly diverted by a wiggle of Minaj's mega-booty.
When Minaj recently spoke to MTV News about her "SNL" appearance, the native New Yorker admitted she was amped to appear on the iconic sketch show.
"Being a part of 'Saturday Night Live' feels absolutely incredible. I still don't even believe it's true, I'm not even going to believe it's really happening until — well, I'm going to DVR it, because I can't watch it, because I'll be on it," she said. "But until I see it back on DVR, I'm not even going to believe I was really on the show. This is epic, this is monumental, this is historic stuff."
What did you think of Nicki Minaj's "SNL" sketches? Let us know in the comments!
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Drake In Talks To Star With Al Pacino In 'Arbitrage'
Movie would mark rapper's first starring film role.
By Gil Kaufman
Drake
Photo: John Parra/ WireImage
Drake has already conquered the charts and the road, but now the former "Degrassi: The Next Generation" star is in talks to headline his first movie.
A spokesperson for producer Johnny Lin's Filmula company confirmed Monday that Drake is in negotiations to join the financial thriller "Arbitrage." The Wrap reported that the Young Money rapper is considering joining the cast of the indie film, which will be written and directed by Nicholas Jarecki ("The Outsider").
According to the site, the movie follows the path of a hedge-fund magnate who is in over his head and desperate to complete the sale of his shady trading empire to a major bank before his fraud is revealed. But then an "unexpected, bloody error" forces him to turn to an unlikely source for protection.
Susan Sarandon and "Casino Royale" star Eva Green have already signed on to play the wife and art-dealer mistress, respectively. The movie is slated to begin filming in March in New York and will feature a reunion of Oscar-winning actor Al Pacino and Sarandon, who co-starred in HBO's Jack Kevorkian biopic "You Don't Know Jack." Pacino will play the lead role; it was not known at press time what Drake's part would be.
It wouldn't be the first time Drake (born Aubrey Graham), 24, has made the jump from TV to films, following up on his small role in 2007's "Charlie Bartlett."
For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com.
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MTV Rough Cut: 'Love & Other Drugs'
MTV Rough Cut: 'Love & Other Drugs'
Anne Hathaway and Jake Gyllenhaal discuss their latest film "Love & Other Drugs" in front of a live audience.
Nicki Minaj And Drake's Ideal 'First Date'
By Rya Backer
Nicki Minaj and Drake are kind of complicated: They have a storied past, including but not limited to the time the Queens native documented on her Twitter when they decided to end their ?marriage.? However, by the looks of their latest video, ?Moment 4 Life,? they remain each other?s Princess and Prince Charmings. [...]
Nicki Minaj and Drake are kind of complicated: They have a storied past, including but not limited to the time the Queens native documented on her Twitter when they decided to end their ?marriage.? However, by the looks of their latest video, ?Moment 4 Life,? they remain each other?s Princess and Prince Charmings. [...]
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Did Nicki and Drake Kiss In 'Moment 4 Life'?
Nicki Minaj's "Moment 4 Life" is finally out to the world and everyone has seen the on-screen relationship between Nicki and Drake.
"It wasn't hard to get Drake. Drake does what I tell him to do," Nicki laughed to MTV News' Sway during an exclusive interview after the "Moment 4 Life" premiere. "I'm Nicki [...]
"It wasn't hard to get Drake. Drake does what I tell him to do," Nicki laughed to MTV News' Sway during an exclusive interview after the "Moment 4 Life" premiere. "I'm Nicki [...]
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Saturday, January 29, 2011
MTV Rough Cut: 50 Cent At 2011 Sundance
MTV Rough Cut: 50 Cent At 2011 Sundance
The rapper shares his thoughts on acting, inspiration, beefs, and more.
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Kevin Smith's 'Hit Somebody' Cast To Include Michael Angarano As Russian Hockey Player
Kevin Smith's now-infamous "Red State" post-screening antics, in which he announced he was buying back his film to distribute on his own, was the talk of the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. But some of his "Red State" cast members opted to talk about Smith's next (and allegedly, final) project instead, "Hit Somebody."
During the "Red State" [...]
During the "Red State" [...]
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Exclusive: Eminem Relives His 'Struggle' In Grammy Ad Campaign
MTV News brings you a first look at the 30-second spot, debuting Thursday.
By Hillary Crosley
Eminem in his ad for the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards
Photo: NARAS
The Grammys are kicking off the new year with a certain Detroit rapper. Eminem is spearheading the Recording Academy's Music Is Life Is Music social-networking and promotional campaign, and MTV News is giving you an exclusive first look at the commercial.
"The camera kind of literally walks through his life," said Bob Rayburn, creative director of ad agency TBWA\Chiat\Day. "It was important to capture his struggle."
The 30-second spot opens with an illustrated interpretation of Em's 8 Mile trailer park, while an announcer says, "Music is a last chance, a last hope, a last shot. Music is turning demons into demos into multiplatinum monsters." As the images continue, a nod to Eminem's fallen friends Ronnie and Proof appear in a digitally produced cemetery, then the voice-over says, "Music is battling through the haze," as shots of newspaper clippings about Slim Shady's drug addiction and divorce float onscreen. As the spot concludes, the music rises into the chorus of Eminem's first Recovery single, "Not Afraid."
The rapper is in the first of three upcoming Grammy commercials, illustrated by design firm National TV. "From start to finish, the commercial took about three months to produce," Patrick Condo, creative director for TBWA\Chiat\Day.
Evan Greene, chief marketing officer of the Recording Academy, says the commercial is only a peek into the campaign's full range, which boasts not just television spots, but also social networking.
"The app and our micro-site allow you to map your musical journey and to note key musical milestones in your life, and you can instantly share it with your entire social network," Greene said. "It gets in front of human behavior, because people are using geo-location to tag where they are and to tag where they're going, and we align that with music.
"So if you're in Bloomfield, Indiana, you can look up on our website's map which of your friends or favorite artists have dropped or tagged pieces of music that are important to their journey. You can do it on your app or go to the Music Is Life Is Music website."
Eminem's piece will debut on all media platforms Thursday, and the print portion of the Grammy campaign begins in two weeks. The Midwest rapper earned 10 Grammy nods, including Song and Record of the Year (for "Love the Way You Lie") and Album of the Year (for Recovery, which is also up for Rap Album of the Year). He also scored noms for Best Rap Solo Performance (for "Not Afraid"), Pop Collaboration With Vocals (for his turn on B.o.B's "Airplanes Part II") and Best Rap Song (for "Lie").
The Grammys air February 13 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS.
What do you think of Eminem's Grammy ad? Let us know in the comments!
Related ArtistsGwyneth Paltrow To Sing Cee-Lo's 'F--- You' On 'Glee'
Paltrow will sing edited version of song in episode airing November 16.
By Gil Kaufman
Gwyneth Paltrow
Photo: Stephen Lovekin/ Getty
Oscar winner Gwyneth Paltrow is known for her porcelain beauty and refined acting chops. But when she pops up on "Glee" in two weeks, the 38-year-old actress will be singing one of the raunchiest pop hits in recent memory: Cee-Lo Green's "F--- You."
Of course, she won't drop the f-bombs and perform the original version of the song on the episode, which airs November 16. Instead, she'll belt out the lyrically scrubbed version that's called "Forget You," according to Entertainment Weekly.
"Glee" creator Ryan Murphy recently told the BBC that Paltrow will play a substitute teacher in a two-episode arc. Murphy insisted that Paltrow, who is already renowned for her acting skills, can rip the mic as well.
"Gwyneth is a great singer," Murphy said. "She's done it a little bit, but I really want to show it off and show everyone how great she is."
Paltrow is no stranger to the music scene. In addition to crooning in the 2000 movie "Duets" and being married to Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, she portrays a drug-addled country belter attempting a comeback in the upcoming movie "Country Strong."
Paltrow's appearance on the hit Fox singing sensation will come a week after she makes her live television singing debut at the Country Music Awards, where she'll perform the title track from "Strong." Paltrow sings four songs on the soundtrack; among them is "Me and Tennessee," a duet with country titan Tim McGraw that was written by Martin.
Paltrow discussed her preparations for "Gone Country" with MTV News in May. "I had to learn how to play guitar, and I took singing lessons," she said. "It was a real challenge, but I felt like I pretty much pulled it off."
Do you think Gwyneth Paltrow's version of "F--- You" will be a hit? Let us know in the comments!
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B.o.B - So High
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- Label: E1 Music, Boss Hogg Outlawz
- Director: Parris
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Kid Cudi Announces New Rock LP Wizard: Fans React
By Erika Ramirez
Following in the footsteps of Wiz Khalifa and Kanye West, Kid Cudi announced his new LP via Twitter. On Wednesday (January 26), after returning from a one year hiatus from the social network, Cudi returned as @wizardcud and announced� that this summer he will release a Dot Da Genius-produced rock album, entitled Wizard [...]
Following in the footsteps of Wiz Khalifa and Kanye West, Kid Cudi announced his new LP via Twitter. On Wednesday (January 26), after returning from a one year hiatus from the social network, Cudi returned as @wizardcud and announced� that this summer he will release a Dot Da Genius-produced rock album, entitled Wizard [...]
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Friday, January 28, 2011
Hottest Moments Of The 2011 People's Choice Awards
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Rihanna, Katy Perry, More Celebs Pick Their Top Songs Of 2010
Tracks by Drake, B.o.B, Willow Smith and more make the cut.
By Jocelyn Vena
Rihanna
Photo: Getty Images
MTV News has been counting down our picks for the Top 25 Songs of 2010, and with everything from Lady Gaga's "Telephone" to Drake's "Fancy" making the list, it's pretty clear that we just wanted to party this year. So when MTV News caught up with some music megastars, we wanted to know what they were jamming to this year.
Katy Perry showed her girl some love with her pick, choosing a seriously fun Rihanna track. "I love 'Only Girl (In the World).' Of course I gotta give it up to my girl!" she said. Rihanna returned the favor to Perry, saying, "My favorite song of the year has to be 'Teenage Dream,' Katy Perry."
Snooki gave a shout-out to Pauly D and his "Beat the Beat" remix, Far East Movement gave love to Bruno Mars' "incredible" songwriting on "Just the Way You Are," and Mike Posner and Keri Hilson both shouted out "F--- You" by Cee Lo Green as their pick.
The Situation went with a non-"Jersey Shore" track: "Definitely Drake. ... Maybe 'Forever' or one of his songs. I'm a big fan of Drake."
The guys from My Chemical Romance showed some rock camaraderie with their picks. "We got into Sleigh Bells and the new M.I.A. record," they shared, adding that they thought the Black Keys' Brothers was "phenomenal."
Paramore leading lady Hayley Williams also flew her rock flag, saying, "I really love the Arcade Fire record. and I love the song 'Month of May.' "
The fellas of Muse showed love to the Black Eyed Peas' track "I Gotta Feeling" and, on the other end of the spectrum, Phoenix's "1901." Crooner Michael Bublé gave some love to fellow adult-contemporary act Train and their song "Hey, Soul Sister."
Christina Milian and Dane Cook both loved Willow Smith's instant smash "Whip My Hair." "It's the song that I put on the minute I wake up in the morning," Cook said. "I whip my hair back and forth."
Hip-hop also got some love. "Community" star Joel McHale opted for Kanye West's "Runaway," Avril Lavigne went for B.o.B and Hayley Williams' "Airplanes," and TLC's Chilli loved another B.o.B track. " 'Beautiful Girls' — is that the name of the song though?" she laughed, referring to "Nothin' on You." "I love that song!"
Other tracks that made the celebrity list included Rick Ross' "B.M.F. (Blowin' Money Fast)," thanks to songwriter Sean Garrett; Dwele went for Gucci Mane's "Wasted"; and Ray J made a case for "Right Above It" by Lil Wayne and Rihanna's "What's My Name?"
Agree? Disagree? Share your favorites in the comments!
MTV News' Top 25 Songs of 2010 countdown continues. Make sure to keep checking back to see what song we've named #1, and don't forget to share your picks with us in the comments below!
Related Videos Related Photos Related Artists'American Idol' Takes Nashville, Finds Potential Winner In Lauren Alaina
Teen wows the judges with her strong voice.
By Gil Kaufman
Lauren Alaina
Photo: FOX
No pressure, Nashville, but the biggest "American Idol" winner in the show's history, Carrie Underwood, just happens to live in Music City. That was the not-so-subtle message "Idol" producers opened the show with on Thursday night (January 27) when our new favorite judging trio sat behind their desk in the legendary Ryman Auditorium to see what they could find in the home of country music.
By the time they got up, they felt like they might have found a winner in a 15-year-old country girl with a voice as big as all outdoors.
But things did not get off to a very good start thanks to helium-voiced chicken squawker Christine McCaffrey, a not-quite-there dental assistant from West Palm Beach, Florida, who butchered one of J.Lo's favorite songs, Lee Ann Womack's "I Hope You Dance." All Randy Jackson could keep saying was, "Really? Really?"
In past seasons, we've had twins, best friends, brothers and sisters, but Thursday night's show brought us our first auditioning exes. Aspiring singers and former couple Rob Bolin and Chelsee Oaks made beautiful music together, singing a flawless duet on the Bee Gees' "To Love Somebody."
"You were one voice," a pleasantly surprised Steven Tyler told them. "Sometimes passion comes from friction, and I saw how much in love you were." Restaurant worker Bolin, 23, showed off his deliciously raspy Ray LaMontagne-style chops on Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On," while waitress Oaks, 23, was equally impressive with a rich run through Brandi Carlile's "The Story." Both made it through, so Hollywood Week should be interesting.
Amid the great ones, there were philosophical, Lynyrd Skynyrd-lovin', thick-as-a-brick tattoo artists, a screechy Chaka Khan killer, a kid in a blue bodysuit and a soulful former Miss Teen USA named Stormi (yes, with an "I") who got through over Lopez's objections about her "small" voice.
And then there was 27-year-old Wickliffe, Kentucky, student Adrienne Beasley. Her inspiring story was solid — she was adopted by a white family at age 2 and raised on a farm — but her singing was even better, mixing a hint of R&B grit and country twang on Lady Antebellum's "American Honey."
"I hear something so special in your voice, and I can't put my finger on it right now," said Tyler, who was close to tears after the performance. The real showstopper, though, was self-proclaimed recording artist and already-a-star Latoya "Younique" Moore, a 26-year-old who made up in sass what she lacked in vocal skills.
Her tone-deaf slaughter of Tamia's "When I Close My Eyes" was a disaster, and Tyler was kind when he joked it was "definitely unique." Randy was more blunt, calling it annoying and making a high-pitched buzzing-bee sound while breaking the bad news. But Moore wasn't done, as she sang her way out the door, hoping for one last chance, thinking perhaps it was just her tempo that was off and not everything else.
A succession of fellas knocked it out later in the day, showing off some ear-licious deep-fried soul and grit that got the judges excited. Matt Dillard's story was very inspirational, coming from a family that had housed more than 700 special-needs foster children over the past two decades. The brawny, cowboy-hat-wearing 27-year-old unemployed Tennessee good ol' boy surprised the panel with his low-key cover of Josh Groban's popera hit "You Raise Me Up."
Lopez wasn't swayed, but Tyler agreed with Jackson that it was worth taking a chance on Dillard.
Talk about saving the best for last! The judges were sure they found a potential winner in Rossville, Georgia, spunky 15-year-old Lauren Alaina, who cited her cancer-survivor cousin as the inspiration for her singing. And when she opened her mouth and poured out Faith Hill's "Like We Never Loved at All," the air went out of the room as her smoky voice wrapped around the ballad and hit all the high, low and in-between notes like a seasoned pro.
"Best we've seen today ... I'm blown away," Randy said. "I think you should cry," Tyler added as Alaina began to mist up. "Because you're going to make 40 million people cry tears of joy, baby."
She put some icing on the cake after she brought in her family and instructed Tyler to duet with her on his "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing," her parents' favorite song.
It's on to Austin, Texas, next week and two more nights of auditions.
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Wiz Khalifa's 'Roll Up' Leaks Online
Song is second single from Pittsburgh rapper's debut album, Rolling Papers, due March 29.
By Jayson Rodriguez
Wiz Khalifa
Photo: Prince Williams/FilmMagic
Wiz Khalifa is living the good life. The Pittsburgh rapper rhymes about fast times, fast women and smoke-filled nights on his new single "Roll Up."
The track is the MTV News' 11 for '11 star's second single, following his breakout hit "Black and Yellow."
"I try to stay out your business/ But on the real, you're so obvious," Wiz raps over the synth-heavy number. "And if you keep fitting me in your plan of f-----' up/ Your man is gonna catch on to us/ That white sand is surrounding us/ He be handcuffing, he should work for them officers/ If you rolling, I got a spot where I can put you on this medical and send you home doctored up.
"I ain't gonna flex, I'm not gonna front/ You know if I ball, then we all gonna stunt," he sings on the hook. "Send her my way, she ain't gotta hold up/ Whenever you call baby, I'll roll up."
Wiz revealed to MTV News last month from the set of the "Black and Yellow" G-mix video that his next release would be the green-friendly "Roll Up." The track is set to appear on Rolling Papers, Wiz's first album with Atlantic Records. The underground stalwart signed to the label, which is home to Kid Rock, Paramore and T.I., after a successful independent run that saw him release his acclaimed mixtape Kush and Orange Juice.
Rolling Papers is due March 29 and will feature production by Stargate and Jim Jonsin, among others.
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Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, Muse Added To Grammy Show
Usher, Jaden Smith, B.o.B, Janelle Monae and Lady Antebellum will also perform on February 13.
By Gil Kaufman
Justin Bieber and Usher
Photo: Kevin Mazur/ WireImage
While Willow Smith is the one who made music headlines with "Whip My Hair" last year, it's her brother, "Karate Kid" actor Jaden Smith, who will take the stage at the upcoming 53rd Grammy Awards in a special performance alongside Usher and Justin Bieber, with whom he collaborated on the song "Never Say Never" last summer.
The trio joins a list of new performers added to the show on Thursday (January 20) that will also include another power trifecta made up of B.o.B, Bruno Mars and Janelle Monáe, according to a press release from the Recording Academy announcing the additions to the February 13 telecast from the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Also taking the stage next month will be nominees Muse and Lady Antebellum. They will join a roster of previously announced performers that includes Eminem, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Arcade Fire, Cee Lo Green and Miranda Lambert. It will be the first time on the Grammy performance stage for Bieber, B.o.B, Lambert, Mars, Monáe, Muse and Smith. Eminem, Green, Gaga, Perry, Usher and Lady Antebellum will be making return visits for the occasion.
While 11-time Grammy winner Eminem leads the pack in nominations this year (with 10 nods), Mars has seven nominations, and Gaga and Lady Antebellum are not far behind with six nods each. B.o.B has notched five, Perry and Green are each up for four, and Arcade Fire and Lambert are vying for three awards. Bieber, Muse, Usher and Monáe are each nominated for two Grammys.
No details of the collaborative performances were released, but the Grammy announcement promised a rare, never-before-seen event for the Mars, B.o.B and Monáe segment.
With the addition of Antebellum, all five Album of the Year nominees (Eminem, Arcade Fire, Gaga, Perry) are now scheduled to perform on the show. Additional performers, presenters and special segments will be announced soon.
Which Grammy performance are you most looking forward to? Talk about it in the comments!
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MTV News Extended Play: Jennifer Lopez
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We visited J.Lo on the set of her "On the Floor" music video to talk about her big single and judging on American Idol.
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Thursday, January 27, 2011
Will Ferrell On 'The Office': Five Roles To Inspire His Trip To Dunder Mifflin
San Diego's most delightful news team is getting back together, but instead of reporting on pregnant pandas while wearing butterfly collars, the guys will be slinging paper in good ol' Scranton, Pennsylvania. Yep, word broke yesterday that Will Ferrell and Steve Carell ? co-stars of 2004's "Anchorman" ? will be sharing the screen once again, [...]
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B.o.B Promises Paramore Collabo If He Wins A Grammy
'If I win ... I will make a song with Paramore,' the rapper tells MTV News after learning of his five nominations.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by James Lascina
B.o.B
Photo: Kevin Winter/ Getty Images
B.o.B certainly had that "magic" this year. The rapper got five Grammy nominations for his various efforts with everyone from Bruno Mars to Eminem to Paramore's Hayley Williams. So, how does it feel to get all those nods?
"I feel like being nominated for a Grammy is something that's more about the music to me than anything else," he told MTV News after all the potential winners were announced. "It's great. It's just like a party. It's like being in the locker room after a football game that you won."
B.o.B's nominations include Record of the Year, Best Rap/Sung Collaboration and Best Rap Song for his Bruno Mars collabo "Nothin' on You," as well as Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals for "Airplanes, Part II" with Eminem and Williams and Best Rap Album for The Adventures of Bobby Ray. Regarding his nods for "Nothin' on You," B.o.B said, "Bruno's the truth, man. I'm glad we're both nominated. It's awesome."
Now, B.o.B admits that he doesn't care which Grammy he takes home ... as long as he wins one. "Hey, I'm nominated for a Grammy, so whatever category to go home with a Grammy is an accomplishment in itself," he maintained. "It can be a 'Most F-sharps Played on an Album' Grammy nomination.
As for who might take home the most awards at the event, he said, "I think that I don't know, honestly. You never know with these things. They're quite the elusive type of prediction to make. I can't really say ... hopefully me," he laughed.
And, if he does manage to snag one of the coveted trophies, he has a big promise to fulfill. "If I win, I'll make another song with Hayley Williams," he said. "No, if I win I'll make a song with Paramore, if I win ... if I win a Grammy, I will make a song with Paramore."
The 53rd annual Grammy Awards air February 13 on CBS at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
What do you think about this year's Grammy nominations? Tell us in the comments.
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Zack Snyder's Superman Reboot To Film In Alberta?
We still don't know who Superman will be in Zack Snyder's upcoming reboot, but we know a few things about the movie. Jon Hamm won't be the Man of Steel, nor will anyone around the same age or older. Snyder's Supes won't share a universe with Christopher Nolan's Batman, though the Dark Knight Rises" helmer [...]
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'Fight The Foot' Fan Film Is The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie You Want To See
The 1990s live-action "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle" movies weren't masterpieces, but as a fan of the cartoon show I always appreciated them for the goofy adventures that they were. The 2007 CG-animated effort went one better, ditching some of the campier bits (and the live-action) and embracing a more mature tone overall.
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Cher Voices Frustration Over 'Burlesque' Oscar Song Snub
'We didn't get a nomination 4 best song! That sucks!' the icon tweeted about 'You Haven't Seen the Last of Me.'
By James Dinh
Cher in "Burlesque"
Photo: Sony Pictures
After the Academy Award nominations were announced on Tuesday morning, "Burlesque" star Cher made it clear she wasn't going to be celebrating with the nominees.
The icon wasn't pleased with the lack of recognition for her Diane Warren-penned tune "You Haven't Seen the Last of Me" from the flashy musical, and she took to Twitter to express her frustration. While it was overlooked by the Academy, the "Burlesque" song recently scored a Golden Globe for Best Original Song.
"We didn't get a nomination 4 best song ! That sucks ! Diane's song Is so beautiful !" Cher wrote. "It's hard to understand how u win." Then she referred to her Globes win: "The Golden Globe 4 BEST SONG & not even get nominated by the OSCARS? Oh well it is..what it is ,,,,the sun is still shining !"
Baffled by the snub, Cher even contemplated whether it was her role as the song's performer that impacted its Oscar odds, writing, "maybe she would have had a better chance if someone else was singing it ?!! IT JUST CANT B HER SONG I"
The Golden Globes are typically seen as a good forecast for the Oscars, but the awards aren't a guarantee of Oscar love. A handful of stars from Oscar-nominated movies weren't recognized by the Academy, including Mila Kunis ("Black Swan"), Andrew Garfield ("The Social Network") and Julianne Moore ("The Kids Are All Right").
Do you think Cher's "Burlesque" tune deserved an Oscar nomination? Tell us in the comments!
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Kristen Stewart Is One Scary Vampire In 'Breaking Dawn,' Elizabeth Reaser Reveals
FROM HOLLYWOOD CRUSH: Thanks to the ever-present drama of "The Twilight Saga," we'd sorta come to think of vampires as sensitive, tortured, hopeless romantics?rather than the undead, blood-sucking, squirrel-murdering night demons they truly are. But according to Elizabeth Reaser, who plays Cullen family matriarch Esme, Kristen Stewart's onscreen transformation from human to vampire in "Breaking [...]
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MTV After Hours With Josh Horowitz
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Our movies editor gets up close and personal with Hollywood's A-list.
'Hobo With a Shotgun' Star Rutger Haur Talks Flying Limbs And Pushing Buttons
One doesn't typically equate fan boys and horror buffs with the Sundance crowd (heck, they've got Comic Con, after all). But when Rutger Hauer is in town, it's a different story.
The 67-year-old Dutch actor, perhaps best known for his roles in films like "Blade Runner" and the original version of "The Hitcher," came to [...]
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Kristen Stewart's 'Breaking Dawn' Vampire 'Scared' Elizabeth Reaser
'Twilight' co-star tells MTV News, 'I thought, 'This might not end well. She's looking pretty pissed right now.' '
By Terri Schwartz, with reporting by Josh Horowitz
Elizabeth Reaser
Photo: MTV News
PARK CITY, Utah — Ever since Kristen Stewart spilled the beans at the People's Choice Awards that she had been filming "Breaking Dawn" as a vampire that day, it's all we can think about when we get the chance to talk to one of her "Twilight Saga" co-stars.
Elizabeth Reaser, who plays Esme Cullen in the film franchise, teased at the Sundance Film Festival this week that there have been some crazy vampire scenes on set recently.
"There's been some really cool stuff in the Cullen house with Bella," Reaser revealed to MTV News. "There's been some interesting transformations happening."
Sounds to us like director Bill Condon has been filming the famous "Breaking Dawn" birthing scene, and that Reaser got a chance to see Bella's transformation into a vampire. Producer Wyck Godfrey already shared that the birthing scene will be shown from Bella's perspective to keep with the film's PG-13 rating, but as Reaser witnessed the whole scene unfold, what was her impression of Stewart's transformation?
"She scared me a little bit on Thursday, I'll be honest with you," Reaser said. "Because when vampires are newborns, they're stronger than any other vampires, so for a second there I thought, 'This might not end well. She's looking pretty pissed right now.' It was great."
Reaser's praise of Stewart's performance as vampire Bella matches with what co-stars Robert Pattinson and Peter Facinelli had to say about it at the Golden Globes. Pattinson told MTV News it felt like Stewart "wanted to do it the entire time."
"It's really funny, it's like a completely different environment on set when she's a vampire and when she's not," he said. "I think she's going to do it really well."
In the books, Bella becomes much more confident after transforming into a vampire, so it's fitting that Stewart is coming into her own with the role. Facinelli jokingly credited vampire contact lenses as the real reason Stewart is doing so much better.
"She's doing really well. She looks fantastic," Facinelli raved. "For some reason, once they put those contact lenses in, you look very statuesque."
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Justin Bieber's Next Album To Capture Justin Timberlake's Magic
Songwriter Sean Garrett says former 'NSYNC star's success inspires Bieber's new project and also dishes on Beyoncé's album.
By Mawuse Ziegbe
Justin Bieber
Photo: Getty Images
Justin Bieber may have declined the chance to join Justin Timberlake's label, but according to a songwriter in the know, the former 'NSYNC crooner is the inspiration for the teen sensation's upcoming album.
Songwriter Sean "The Pen "Garrett, who has been working with Bieber on the follow-up to the chart-ruling My World 2.0., spoke with Billboard about the direction for the teen superstar's forthcoming album, saying the project will feature more grown-up fare.
"What we're trying to do with Justin is to segue him into young adulthood," Garrett said of the project, which is also slated to feature production from hitmaker Christopher "Tricky" Stewart. "The one great thing about Justin Bieber is the fact that his fans are going to grow with him. So we want all the fans that started out with him to still be intrigued and excited about him, but we want to also stretch out a little bit and make the fans that are 22-23 years old love Justin as well. When Justin Timberlake went from the last album of *N Sync to his first solo album -- I want to say [we're aiming for] that level. That's the bar for the type of song, that level of 'Cry Me a River,' big records."
Garrett, who has crafted records for stars like Chris Brown and Bieber's mentor Usher, also said he's hard at work on Beyoncé's next project. However, the songwriter didn't divulge too much information, only revealing that he's "been working with her extremely hard ... she's my favorite."
While Garrett said the plan for his next outing is to angle Bieber toward a swiftly maturing audience, Bieber himself has refused to categorize his music, insisting to MTV News in December that he's just focused on creating quality records.
"Whatever comes out of my mouth is just what you guys are going to hear," Bieber explained of his hits. "I don't know, it's not a specific type of music. Whatever music I write, I wouldn't say I'm pop or R&B or country or anything: I would just say it's just good music,"
What do you think Justin Bieber's new music is going to sound like? Let us know in the comments!
Related ArtistsJustin Bieber Debuts New 'Never Say Never' Poster
Teen sensation is shown between his Canadian hometown and the big city in movie poster.
By Kara Warner
The "Justin Bieber: Never Say Never" movie poster
Photo: Paramount Pictures
As most of Justin Bieber's die-hard fans already know, the movie event of February is quickly approaching. Bieber's first full-length feature film, "Never Say Never," hits theaters in about three weeks, on February 11, just in time for Valentine's Day weekend. MTV News has been keeping up with the Biebs since he announced plans for the big-screen project back in August.
On Monday (January 24), Paramount Pictures released a new poster for the film, which shows the 16-year-old standing tall in the middle of a street, seemingly stuck between two worlds — on the left side is his hometown of Stratford in Ontario, Canada, which is shown in black-and-white, with a sign in the background that reads "Population: 32,000"; on the right side, Bieber is standing next to the crowded New York City skyline, which is depicted in full color. The "Baby" singer is shown dressed in all black, including a black jacket that zips up off-center, black jeans and black, unlaced high-tops. The tagline reads: "Find out what's possible if you never give up."
It's a nice change from the first poster, which just showed Bieber's profile and that famous, perfectly side-swept hair, partially hidden by a hoodie. It's interesting that the "big city" shown in the new poster is New York City, however, rather than Atlanta, where Bieber moved when he was just starting out after signing with manager Scooter Braun and linking up with ATL superstar Usher.
Also worth noting are two new clips and partial trailers from the movie, called "Every Stage" and "Underdog," respectively. Both clips show a few adorable home videos of Bieber learning to play the drums around age 3, followed by shots of what his life is like now, including screaming fans, huge sold-out concerts, his friendship with Usher, etc.
What do you think of the new poster and videos? Have you already bought your tickets to see "Never Say Never"? Tell us in the comments!
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Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, Muse Added To Grammy Show
Usher, Jaden Smith, B.o.B, Janelle Monae and Lady Antebellum will also perform on February 13.
By Gil Kaufman
Justin Bieber and Usher
Photo: Kevin Mazur/ WireImage
While Willow Smith is the one who made music headlines with "Whip My Hair" last year, it's her brother, "Karate Kid" actor Jaden Smith, who will take the stage at the upcoming 53rd Grammy Awards in a special performance alongside Usher and Justin Bieber, with whom he collaborated on the song "Never Say Never" last summer.
The trio joins a list of new performers added to the show on Thursday (January 20) that will also include another power trifecta made up of B.o.B, Bruno Mars and Janelle Monáe, according to a press release from the Recording Academy announcing the additions to the February 13 telecast from the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Also taking the stage next month will be nominees Muse and Lady Antebellum. They will join a roster of previously announced performers that includes Eminem, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Arcade Fire, Cee Lo Green and Miranda Lambert. It will be the first time on the Grammy performance stage for Bieber, B.o.B, Lambert, Mars, Monáe, Muse and Smith. Eminem, Green, Gaga, Perry, Usher and Lady Antebellum will be making return visits for the occasion.
While 11-time Grammy winner Eminem leads the pack in nominations this year (with 10 nods), Mars has seven nominations, and Gaga and Lady Antebellum are not far behind with six nods each. B.o.B has notched five, Perry and Green are each up for four, and Arcade Fire and Lambert are vying for three awards. Bieber, Muse, Usher and Monáe are each nominated for two Grammys.
No details of the collaborative performances were released, but the Grammy announcement promised a rare, never-before-seen event for the Mars, B.o.B and Monáe segment.
With the addition of Antebellum, all five Album of the Year nominees (Eminem, Arcade Fire, Gaga, Perry) are now scheduled to perform on the show. Additional performers, presenters and special segments will be announced soon.
Which Grammy performance are you most looking forward to? Talk about it in the comments!
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