Adele’s vocal cords are in bad shape. After a year plagued with canceled tour dates and serious bouts of laryngitis, the British singer is on the shelf for the remainder of 2011 after throat surgery. Her record company announced the news with “deep regret,” confirming that all Adele’s concert dates and promotional appearances are cancelled until 2012. Adele’s label said in a statement : “She is to undergo surgery to alleviate the current issues with her throat and a full recovery is expected. As a result, doctors have ordered her to rest her voice and completely recuperate before looking to schedule any work commitments.” It’s unclear when the 23-year-old – whose 21 is currently the bestselling album of the year – is expected to return, but the surgery will not impact her voice. No 2012 appearances have yet been set, but the Grammys are set for February 12. That would seem like an appropriate time and place for a comeback. Unlike the reaction of most Red Sox fans when they heard John Lackey will miss all of 2012 with Tommy John Surgery, here’s hoping Adele returns ASAP!
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British singer’s second album debuts at #1 on Billboard chart. By James Montgomery Adele Photo: MTV News On Wednesday (March 2), America fell in step with the rest of the record-buying world when it was announced that Adele’s jaw-dropping sophomore album, 21, would debut at #1 on the Billboard albums chart , selling nearly 352,000 copies and easily outpacing Justin Bieber for the top spot. Of course, a U.S. #1 was just the latest accomplishment for the 22-year-old Brit, who also saw the album top the charts in the U.K. (and most of Europe too), but as she told MTV News recently , she values Stateside success in a way we probably can’t begin to comprehend. “Oh, it’s magical being here. I didn’t think I’d ever release a record here,” she said. “It’s a big deal in England. There’s a massive thing, like, ‘Did you crack America?!?’ The biggest acts in England, no one has any idea who they are here. “For people to [buy my albums in the U.S.] is amazing,” she continued. “And America is so big, and there are so many … there’s, like, five other artists that do what I do, better than I do, and in England, there’s like two of you. So it’s so much harder to get your foot in the door, so when you do get your foot in the door here and want people to see you, it’s like, ‘What?’ ” A chart-topping bow here in the States is even more gratifying considering the fact that not only did Adele record most of 21 here, but she steeped her songs in a wide spectrum of American influences — everything from country and R&B to the lithe wordplay of rappers like Kanye West, Mos Def and Nas. Not to mention the fact that, unlike back home in the U.K., Adele is largely left alone by the pesky paparazzi. Though, given her recent success, we suspect all of that might change. “The tabloids really don’t care here. I got [photographed by the] paparazzi for the first time in New York this morning, and that’s never happened, not even when I was straight off the Grammys,” she laughed. “Whenever I’m in New York, I’m left alone. … It’s been very slow here so far.” Have you checked out Adele’s new album? Share your reviews in the comments! Related Artists Adele
The video for Lady Gaga’s controversial, wildly popular new single, “Born This Way,” has just been released, complete with a manifesto by the Mother Monster. Directed by Nick Knight and choreographed by Laurie Ann Gibson, the video is vintage Gaga – elaborate, over-the-top performance art in seven-plus minutes. We’ve seen her perform it at the Grammys . Now here’s the official music video from the pop star. Watch it below and leave us a comment with your thoughts. Lady Gaga – Born This Way (Full Video) What do you think of the video for “Born This Way”?
The music video for Dr. Dre’s new single, “I Need a Doctor,” which he performed at the Grammys with Eminem and Rihanna, has officially been released. Featuring Eminem and Skylar Grey, whose vocals are stunning, the work is more than seven minutes long, with Dre himself largely absent until the end. Partly a tribute to Dre himself by protege Eminem, “I Need a Doctor” is also a memoriam of sorts to Dre’s son, Andre Dr., who tragically died in 2008. It ends with Dre standing over Eazy E’s grave, as well. Watch it here: Dr. Dre – I Need A Doctor (Feat. Eminem and Skylar Grey)
According to Access Hollywood, Diana Ross is making her first television performance in four years on The Oprah Winfrey Show. The former lead singer of the soul group, The Supremes will perform her hit, “I’m Coming Out.” The 66-year-old legendary songstress will appear as a guest with all of her children and her grandson as guests on Oprah’s last season. Ross is currently on her “Now” tour, the episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show will air February 25th. What are Diana’s five kids up to? Head to HipHopWired.com to find out .
Yesterday, former music executive Steve Stoute let loose a scathing letter to the Grammy committee chastising their use of today’s most popular artists to sell the award show, without properly crediting them with statues for the categories in which they are nominated. Over the course of my 20-year history as an executive in the music business and as the owner of a firm that specializes in in-culture advertising, I have come to the conclusion that the Grammy Awards have clearly lost touch with contemporary popular culture. My being a music fan has left me with an even greater and deeper sense of dismay — so much so that I feel compelled to write this letter. Where I think that the Grammys fail stems from two key sources: (1) over-zealousness to produce a popular show that is at odds with its own system of voting and (2) fundamental disrespect of cultural shifts as being viable and artistic. As an institution that celebrates artistic works of musicians, singers, songwriters, producers and technical specialists, we have come to expect that the Grammys upholds all of the values that reflect the very best in music that is born from our culture. Unfortunately, the awards show has become a series of hypocrisies and contradictions, leaving me to question why any contemporary popular artist would even participate. How is it possible that in 2001 The Marshall Mathers LP — an album by Eminem that ushered in the Bob Dylan of our time — was beaten out by Steely Dan (no disrespect) for Album Of The Year? While we cannot solely utilize album sales as the barometer, this was certainly not the case. Not only is Eminem the best-selling artist of the last decade, but The Marshall Mathers LP was a critical and commercial success that sold over 10 million albums in the United States (19 million worldwide), while Steely Dan sold less than 10% of that amount and came and went as quietly as a church mouse. Or consider even that in 2008 at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards, after going into the night as the most-nominated artist, Kanye West’s Graduation was beaten out for Album Of The Year by Herbie Hancock’s River: The Joni Letters. (This was the first time in 43 years that a jazz album won this category.) While there is no doubt in my mind of the artistic talents of Steely Dan or Herbie Hancock, we must acknowledge the massive cultural impact of Eminem and Kanye West and how their music is shaping, influencing and defining the voice of a generation. It is this same cultural impact that acknowledged the commercial and critical success of Michael Jackson’s Thriller in 1984. What say you? Do you feel that the Grammy’s are representative of today modern pop culture? Go to HipHopWired to read more of Stoute’s letter
Yesterday, former music executive Steve Stoute let loose a scathing letter to the Grammy committee chastising their use of today’s most popular artists to sell the award show, without properly crediting them with statues for the categories in which they are nominated. Over the course of my 20-year history as an executive in the music business and as the owner of a firm that specializes in in-culture advertising, I have come to the conclusion that the Grammy Awards have clearly lost touch with contemporary popular culture. My being a music fan has left me with an even greater and deeper sense of dismay — so much so that I feel compelled to write this letter. Where I think that the Grammys fail stems from two key sources: (1) over-zealousness to produce a popular show that is at odds with its own system of voting and (2) fundamental disrespect of cultural shifts as being viable and artistic. As an institution that celebrates artistic works of musicians, singers, songwriters, producers and technical specialists, we have come to expect that the Grammys upholds all of the values that reflect the very best in music that is born from our culture. Unfortunately, the awards show has become a series of hypocrisies and contradictions, leaving me to question why any contemporary popular artist would even participate. How is it possible that in 2001 The Marshall Mathers LP — an album by Eminem that ushered in the Bob Dylan of our time — was beaten out by Steely Dan (no disrespect) for Album Of The Year? While we cannot solely utilize album sales as the barometer, this was certainly not the case. Not only is Eminem the best-selling artist of the last decade, but The Marshall Mathers LP was a critical and commercial success that sold over 10 million albums in the United States (19 million worldwide), while Steely Dan sold less than 10% of that amount and came and went as quietly as a church mouse. Or consider even that in 2008 at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards, after going into the night as the most-nominated artist, Kanye West’s Graduation was beaten out for Album Of The Year by Herbie Hancock’s River: The Joni Letters. (This was the first time in 43 years that a jazz album won this category.) While there is no doubt in my mind of the artistic talents of Steely Dan or Herbie Hancock, we must acknowledge the massive cultural impact of Eminem and Kanye West and how their music is shaping, influencing and defining the voice of a generation. It is this same cultural impact that acknowledged the commercial and critical success of Michael Jackson’s Thriller in 1984. What say you? Do you feel that the Grammy’s are representative of today modern pop culture? Go to HipHopWired to read more of Stoute’s letter
Paris Hilton has been in a sex tape and many serious relationships, but might Cy Waits finally be the one? According to reports, she’s absolutely sure of it. She said the same thing about Doug Reinhardt, but no matter. Paris recently told Ryan Seacrest that she’s sure Cy will pop the question. Based on a recent shopping adventure , that could be sooner than later, too. WHY WAITS : Will Cy put a ring on it? [Photo: Pacific Coast News] On Paris’ 30th birthday , she accompanied Waits to luxury jewelry store Jacob & Co. in New York City, where the duo checked out some serious bling. “They shopped for engagement rings,” the source says. “They were really cute together. Paris was making comments to Cy about the rings she liked and joking that her ring has to be at least 24 carats.” There was no engagement ring on this trip, but Hilton did not leave empty-handed. Girlfriend left with a $25,000 white gold and black diamond ring. Not bad for a birthday. Paris told E! News that the two are “really serious” and that “I’m so happy. I’ve never been happier.” Pop it, Cy. Pop it .
One is an icon who has recruited another icon to assist in his latest effort. The other has made out with Justin Bieber. And the third rocked out at the Grammys in a Muppet suit, while cursing off an ex and teaming up with Gwyneth Paltrow. Indeed, Kanye West, Jasmine Villegas and Cee Lo Green have all released new music videos. Sit back, watch them all below and sound off: Which do you like best? Kanye West – All of the Lights (featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi) Jasmine Villegas- All These Boys Music Video Cee Lo Green – Bodies
