President Barack Obama renewed his call Saturday for passage of the so-called Buffett rule, calling it “just common sense,” not “class warfare.” The Buffett rule, named after billionaire investor Warren Buffett, entered the lexicon last year after Buffett penned an op-ed in the New York Times encouraging Congress to raise taxes on the wealthy. Under the proposed plan, scheduled for a Senate vote April… Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : The Blaze Discovery Date : 31/03/2012 10:30 Number of articles : 2
‘I was just one of a few artists at a certain sort of time in radio where more dance music was being played on top 40,’ she tells MTV News. By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Matt Elias Lady Gaga Photo: MTV News Lady Gaga burst on the scene in 2008 declaring that the world should “Just Dance.” From there, everyone kind of did. A few years back, the pop star was one of the few singers infusing mainstream pop records with electronic dance music influences. In the years since her breakthrough, Gaga’s use of the musical form has certainly gotten darker and more in-depth, especially on 2011’s Born This Way. These days, she’s hardly in the minority. EDM is all over pop and urban radio. Performers like Rihanna , Usher , Chris Brown and Nicki Minaj are working with some of the top EDM producers and DJs in the game, some of whom MTV has recognized as the Best EDM Artists of 2011 , churning out chart-topping, genre-busting tunes. When MTV News caught up with the Mother Monster earlier this month in L.A., she weighed in on 2011’s EDM/pop explosion, noting that she was hardly the main factor in the recent blast of crossover hits. “I think that radio has had the biggest influence on the rise of electronic dance music,” she said. “I was just one of a few artists at a certain sort of time in radio where more dance music was being played on top 40, but I’m not the person to thank for that. The people to thank for that are at KIIS-FM and at the other stations around the country who gave dance music a chance.” Not only is radio taking note, but also the whole music industry. Just last month, EDM star Skrillex was nominated for a Best New Artist Grammy, the first DJ recognized in that category ever. Gaga thinks there’s still room for growth. “I think we have some more work to do, especially with the different academies that honor music,” she said. “I think that dance music should also be credited as pop music where it’s due and vice versa, the way that country and pop is, the way that R&B and pop are. So we still have a ways to go, but it’s moving in a wonderfully fast and interesting direction.” Do you think Gaga influenced the popularity of EDM? Let us know in the comments! Related Videos Best EDM Artist Of 2011 Debate Related Artists Lady Gaga
Fans tells ‘Twilight’ Tuesday how they’re passing the time until the November 2012 release of the final film. By Kara Warner Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart in “Breaking Dawn” Photo: Summit Entertainment As anyone who has eagerly anticipated the arrival of a film, book, TV show or album knows, waiting can be painful. Such is the case for the very dedicated “Twilight” fans, who have nearly a full year to wait until “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2” is released in theaters. For this installment of “Twilight” Tuesday, MTV News asked Twilighters how they’re passing the time from now until November 16, 2012, and keeping their obsessions alive. They did not disappoint and came up with some solid, creative plans. Our friends at Twilight Lexicon offered a shout-out to Internet stars/comedic sister duo Hannah and Hilly Hindi’s “The Hillywood Show,” who recently reached their goal of raising $10,000 to produce a “Breaking Dawn” parody. “Looking forward to the @HillywoodShow Breaking Dawn parody. They raised 10K to do it,” the Lexicon tweeted . Others suggested re-watching “Twilight,” “New Moon” “Eclipse” and “Breaking Dawn – Part 1” and re-reading Stephenie Meyer’s books that inspired it all. “@Twilight movie marathons, re-reading the books for my 6th time and of course twitter :),” wrote Jimena Martinez. Sarah M., who is one of the lovely ladies behind the Kristen Stewart’s Hot Bodyguard Facebook page, seems to be developing a budget so she can come to Los Angeles next year for the premiere and camp out again in Tent City. “Work, work, work to save $ for Tent City 2012 and hoping for some #SWATH promos/premieres w/ Kristen & @KStewsHBG :),” Sarah tweeted , referring to Stewart’s other big movie, “Snow White and the Huntsman.” The most creative planning goes to Brooke Lockhart, who had these humorous suggestions for how to pass the time. “Watch all the B list character’s awful movies,” she tweeted , adding : “Live in Hot Topic. Pick a side in the robsten vs. nonsten epic battle.” Then there’s a few who might — gasp! — take a break from it all. “Finally sleep & save money 4 my 20+ viewings of #BD2,” superfan TwiSherry revealed , adding later that she’ll be reading again too: “Read FanFic to fill in the ‘fade to black’ moments .” Sounds like a good idea! Also, if these suggestions don’t tickle your fancy, James Franco wrote a review of “Breaking Dawn – Part 1,” which is a nice meaty read that should take some time to get through. What do you think, “Twilight” fans? How are you spending the time from now until the release of “Breaking Dawn-Part 2”? Let us know in the comments or tweet me @karawarner! Check out everything we’ve got on “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1.” For young Hollywood news, fashion and “Twilight” updates around the clock, visit HollywoodCrush.MTV.com . Related Videos Top ‘Twilight’ Moments Of 2011 Related Photos Twilighters Set Up Camp For ‘Breaking Dawn’ Premiere
Pop Star posted a video where Jackson Rathbone confirms that he is officially on Twitter. You can follow him @JacksonRathbone. Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Twilight Lexicon Discovery Date : 18/04/2011 02:32 Number of articles : 2
Pop Star posted a video where Jackson Rathbone confirms that he is officially on Twitter. You can follow him @JacksonRathbone. Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Twilight Lexicon Discovery Date : 18/04/2011 02:32 Number of articles : 2
Charlie talks about what acting class he felt prepared him to give a great audition. Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Twilight Lexicon Discovery Date : 11/04/2011 14:29 Number of articles : 2
Patrick Brennan Talks About Breaking Dawn, Casting, and Fandom While at the Creation Entertainment Official Twilight Convention in Nashville in March Twilight Lexicon had the chance to sit down and talk with Patrick Brennan, who plays Liam in Breaking Dawn. This was Patrick’s first ever convention and he was overwhelmed by the love and support he felt from the Twilight fandom! As the son of Eileen… Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Twilightish Discovery Date : 07/04/2011 15:44 Number of articles : 2
Access Hollywood had about a 2 minute clip of this the other day. Here is all nine minutes! Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Twilight Lexicon Discovery Date : 27/02/2011 15:18 Number of articles : 2
