Day in Pop Report for 07/22/2011
Christopher suffered multiple broken bones and a collapsed lung as a result of the accident in Malibu. We're told Christopher's condition has now been upgraded and he will be OK . We're told Maria has constantly been at Chris' side. And Arnold has been a regular visitor as well. We're told in spite of the divorce, the entire family has come together as a unit in dealing with Christopher's accident. Maria has had an incredibly tough year ... and an extremely rough week ... because as she's cared for Chris, she's had to deal with new divorce papers Arnold filed ... creating a conflict over spousal support. more on this story
Nick Jonas, not only 1/3 of the insanely successful Jonas Brothers, but now a producer for other artists sat down to talk one on one with performer and producer campers. He offered up advice and suggestions as campers played music that they had composed during their time at camp. Nick was very kind and chatted with group about becoming a producer, new artists he's working with and writing songs about others. "I think there's a song out there written about me," Nick explained. "I haven't taken offense to it." Could Nick be talking about Miley Cyrus' "7 Things?" "When I write songs about others, I usually tell them, like 'Hey, there's gonna be this song coming out and it's about you.' It usually doesn't go over so well." Later that morning the campers headed to the master panel where they had the chance to quiz Nick, Steven and up and comer Greyson Chance. The conversation flew from social media, touring to inspiration and included some joking around. Greyson admits he has had an "unusual experience" getting to this point in his career, but he's most certainly loving it. "I can tweet out a picture and suddenly millions of girls can see it." Greyson exclaimed while speaking about the value of social media, which was met by some laughter from Nick. "Millions of girls? Seems like he's got it all figured out." Nick retorted. Watch the video here
"I wish we could be British so we could win the Mercury Music Prize," She told Metro.co.uk. "There is an aspect of British culture that is very different to Americans. If Britons see something they don't understand or something that is challenging they walk toward it instead of running away. Britain did that with us. "They saw this band of freaks and went, 'What is this all about?' When they got to know us, they liked us and found we are about a lot of the same things that they are about." more on this story
Sources close to Lindsay tell us .. the actress was hanging out in Venice last week when a friend-of-a-friend asked if he could take a picture with LiLo. When she said, "yes" -- we're told the guy handed her the bottle and told her to smile! Lindsay is telling friends she didn't take ONE single sip of alcohol that night and put the bottle back down after the photo. Here's the thing -- it's TOTALLY legal for Lindsay to drink ... but still, we gotta ask ... See the photo here
This will be the recording superstar's first performance in San Francisco since 1969, when she performed with the Supremes at the Fairmont Hotel's Venetian Room. Diana Ross, her music and her voice are legendary. The concert, a full theatrical experience, will include breathtaking costumes and stage design, along with a live string and horn section. Ross has sold over 100 million records and recorded 18 number one hits. Her music became the sound of young America in the '60s soon after she signed with Motown Records in 1961 with The Supremes. She embarked on her extraordinary solo career in 1970, and has not stopped since. more on this story
The tour will launch at the Old Rock House in St. Louis, MO, on August 10th and wrap up at the Space in Evanston, IL, on September 2nd, and includes a show at the Hotel Caf� in Los Angeles, CA, on August 25th. DeWitt, whose new Daytrotter session debuted online recently, will also perform at the final date of the site's upcoming Barnstormer 5 Tour at Codfish Hollow Barn in Maquoketa, IA, on September 3rd. more on this story
Sources connected to the show tell us ... "Dancing" producers love the idea of having Evelyn on the show -- especially since she's engaged to Chad who was a previous contestant. We're told the show is even hoping to involve Mr. Ochocinco ... since he's now an expert in the ways of the ballroom. So far ... no comment from the show. more on this story
Kaminski -- who was the starting center for the Broncos from 1966 to 1973 -- suffers from severe depression ... which doctors say was caused by concussions Larry sustained during his career. Now, we're told 66-year-old Larry has pledged to donate his brain to the Boston University School of Medicine Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy ... in the hopes of helping future football players learn about the long term affects of concussions. Larry will join a long line of NFL greats who have pledged to donate their brains to the B.U. program -- including Zach Thomas, Mike Haynes and Kyle Turley. more on this story
"Eating Out: Drama Camp," the fourth installment of the popular, sexy "Eating Out" franchise puts the "camp" back in summer. This raunchy, romantic comedy follows Jason and his determination to direct the best show. The drama leaves the stage and enters Jason's life when fellow campers make life a "comedy of errors." Benji falls for Zack, but Zack is dating Casey. In an attempt to keep the peace, Benji pretends to be straight, but can he control his temptations for Zack all summer long? Will it be a happy ending or a Shakespearean tragedy? more on this story
Simpson � whose new single, "On My Mind," is available now at iTunes � will launch his tour with a performance on NBC's Today Show on August 5th before hitting the road August 6th to appear at Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, New York and then travel the country making further free performances through mid-September. Cody has also scheduled a number of additional dates, including shows alongside Miranda Cosgrove and appearances at such radio concerts as 98.5 KLUC's End Of Summer Block Party in Las Vegas. more on this story
Our sources say Louie Sanchez and Marvin Norwood were not sitting near Bryan Stow during the game. We're told the men had been "drinking heavily" during the game, and once it was over they -- along with their group -- were harassing everyone they saw wearing San Francisco Giants clothing and gear. Our law enforcement sources say Stow and his group were mouthing off before the attack, but Sanchez and Norwood were "the primary aggressors." There was not one particular comment that triggered the fight. We're told both sides were "talking s**t"" on the opposing teams. The two men, we're told have both made "some incriminating statements" while in custody, although they have not confessed. more on this story
(Jam!) Vanilla Ice has warned Justin Bieber to enjoy his success while he can because his fame won't last. "I mean, I did 'Ice Ice Baby' when I was 16. So I can kind of relate a bit. Sold over a hundred million records. And I had a weekend that lasted about three years, and I didn't know who I was, what's my purpose in life...." And he predicts the same for Bieber, "something else new will come along and he'll be forgotten and he can try to put all the pieces back together, so it's going to be entertaining to watch." more (Jam!) R&B singer R. Kelly has been released from hospital following emergency throat surgery earlier this week. Kelly's spokesman, Allan Mayer, said it is not yet clear when the singer will be well enough to perform again. more (Jam!) Celine Dion has reportedly taken legal action to force the closure of a website dedicated to publishing silly pictures of the singer. A message posted on the blog reads, "Celine Dion found our blog, and she didn't like it. We just got a letter from Celine's lawyers that the blog has to be shut down." more The nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards, airing live from Los Angeles on August 28, have just been announced, and Beyonce's "Run The World (Girls)" is up for three Moonmen: Best Female Video, Best Choreography, and Best Cinematography. Winners are decided by YOU, the viewer, so if you think "Run The World (Girls)" deserves a Moonman, or three, let your voice be heard here (FMQB) The RIAA has announced its latest Gold and Platinum sales certifications, and reports that the first half of 2011 shows that this year is on pace to outdo all of 2010 in digital single certifications. A record 209 digital single certifications were awarded in the first six months of the year, where 313 were awarded in all of 2010. more (Jam!) John Legend is adamant he did not copy a track from an aspiring artist who has accused him of plagiarism, insisting he would "never steal anyone's song". more Elus has released a new video for the song "Go Hard." Elus is a member of New York's hip-hop super group Triboro. The video is directed by Kwan Lee (CEO of Kwan Lee TV) and The Kind Genius. Check it out here (Billboard) Kelly Clarkson's long-awaited fifth album should hit stores this Fall, but fans won't have to wait much longer for the first single. The Idol alumnus told the world that she expects her first single to premiere in August. more (Jam!) Marc Anthony is throwing himself into his work to keep his mind off his broken marriage to Jennifer Lopez. His guitarist Mario Sebastian tells People.com, "He's a performer. He is as confident as all the band members are. The show always will go on." more
Cedric and his now ex-roommate -- a guy named Clavens Charles -- got into an argument last weekend in Texas over their living arrangements, when all of the sudden Benson allegedly rocked Charles in the face. According to the police report, Benson allegedly continued to strike Charles "with several more closed fists all over Clavens face resulting in severe injury to his face." more on this story
The standard edition of the album (track listing below) consists of 13 tracks and features vocals by superstar artists including Akon, Chris Brown, Dev, Flo-Rida, Jennifer Hudson, Jessie J, Lil Wayne, Ludacris, Nicki Minaj, Sia, Snoop Dogg, Taio Cruz, Timbaland, Usher and Will.I.am. Deluxe versions of the album will also be available which will feature several electronic, futuristic and instrumental tracks. more on this story
The double CD album set will contain 10 brand new songs plus 10 newly recorded and updated versions of Boyz II Men classics, including "End Of The Road," "I'll Make Love To You," and "Bended Knee," amongst others that spawned the birth of one of the most successful singing groups of all time. Currently in studio, the iconic group have reunited with hit producers Babyface, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Dallas Austin and Tim & Bob. While adding the likes of Teddy Riley, Rob Knox (Justin Timberlake, Joe Jonas), Julian Bunetta, amongst others. more on this story
The album features 16 cuts with appearances by Yelawolf, Farnsworth Bentley and Black Thought of the Roots.Providing production for The Illustrious will be Ski Beatz, Alchemist, Will Power and The Knux. The first taste of The Illustrious is the Alchemist-produced, "The Interview". For this track, STS plays both interviewer and interviewee. Grab it here
The album's electronic foundation is a byproduct of the many nights VHS OR BETA DJs have manned the decks and remixes they have done in the last few years. The self-produced album travels spectacular heights to gut-wrenching plunges and is an emotional rollercoaster. The songs unfold and mutate in unpredictable ways that will transfix dance floors and bedrooms alike. The anthemic "Breaking Bones" opens Diamonds & Death with a skittering beat, keyboards stabs and a transfixing vocal melody that submerges you into the album and explodes into a guitar-fueled chorus. Download the "Breaking Bones" MP3 here
Giovanni Ramirez is now officially off the hook for the beating of Bryan Stow outside Dodger Stadium on opening day. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the two suspects were arrested this morning and taken to Parker Center -- downtown L.A. police headquarters. They are both male Hispanics. At least one of them is in his mid-20's. Search warrants were served at 4 homes at 2 AM today. Our sources say ... there was concern that the initial investigation was flawed, so the case was sent to the Robbery Homicide unit for a fresh look. We're told Robbery Homicide detectives "looked at the case from scratch, and the case against Ramirez fell apart." One law enforcement source called the new development "a major embarrassment to the department." more on this story
There was a buzz on the Internet Lee was taken ill, but Lee just told Harvey it's all B.S. He's all over the convention. Listen to what Stan has to say about the matter right here.
TMZ broke the story ... the Yorkie, named Banks, died after several pit bulls escaped from Rick's Atlanta mansion back in April and tore Banks apart. Banks' owner filed a lawsuit against Ross demanding more than $15k in damages and fees ... but today, a judge threw out the case ... saying Banks' owner failed to properly serve Ross with the suit. Rick's manager tells TMZ, "We tried to do good business ... we paid the vet bill ... but it was an unfortunate accident that [Banks' owner] tried to capitalize off of." Banks' owner tells TMZ ... she isn't giving up ... and vows to correct her mistake and eventually get justice for Banks. more on this story
"Roses" was written in the midst of the most ridiculous lesbian drama you could ever imagine. You'll have to get me a bit drunk before I reveal all the juicy details, but I'll tell you this: it was filled with love, lies, tears, and multiple unfriendings on Facebook. I TOLD YOU - s*** got real. I had just fallen for a girl like I had never fallen before. Not only was I madly in love, but for some strange reason she was madly in love with me too. Since lesbian communities are usually pretty small, chances are that anyone you start to date has dated someone else you know. Due to this complexity of lesbian communities, there was a ton of backlash in our group of friends and ex's once we started dating. It actually got really intense -- like reality TV intense. All I can tell you is that my heart rate never dropped below 120 that month. The first verse and the choruses in "Roses" are a celebration of this incredible new love I had found. "Roses, oh, you know what I mean, pull me across to your sea." I felt like this amazing love wasjust rushing over me, and I couldn't get enough. The chorus embodies this sort of explosive love by dropping down in intensity at the beginning only to go all out musically a couple of measures later. The second verse speaks to all the drama that ensued, and the blind, unabashed judgment I was getting from so many. The second verse was me trying to ignore all the haters and just embrace the best part of the situation � this beautiful person I now had in my life. The bridge is chaotic � exactly how I felt at the time. Dean (guitar), Peter (bass), and Taylor (drums) embody this feeling so perfectly. Taylor is going crazy in his drum solo, while Dean builds the bridge to a breaking point with his ridiculous guitar solo. When the song hits its peak, Peter's signature bass line brings it back to a sort of anxious calm. Lyrically, the bridge ends with an understanding and acceptance of the insanity � a calm after the storm. I finally came to a point where I understood that we were all just following our human instincts, whether it was hatred, envy, desire, or love. Like they say, "all is fair in love and war." Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself and learn more about the album right here!
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