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My Chemical Romance Team With Fans On ‘Sing It For Japan’

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Band will release charity version of latest single and fan-fueled video, with all proceeds going to Red Cross efforts. By James Montgomery My Chemical Romance’s Gerard Way Photo: Samir Hussein/ Getty Images My Chemical Romance have announced plans to release a charity version of their song “Sing,” with all proceeds going to the Red Cross’ disaster relief efforts in Japan. But they’re not doing it alone. Instead, they’re reaching out to members of their MCRmy to help the cause. The band is asking fans to submit videos, pictures, drawings and written messages to the people of Japan through social sites like Twitter — using the hashtag #SINGItForJapan — which they’ll then compile into a video to be paired with the song. “We’d like to send messages of hope to Japan from people all over the world. … Go wherever your creativity and heart takes you. It could be as simple as you holding up a sign with ‘#SINGItForJapan’ written on it, or anything else you can dream up,” guitarist Ray Toro wrote on the band’s official site. “From what we’ve seen on tour, we know you guys can dream bigger than we ever could. Don’t be afraid to get your families involved. If you are inspired to do something alone, that’s great too. But we encourage you to get a big group of people from your community together. We want Japan to know just how many people are behind them.” Toro added that the band got the idea after noticing that, in the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunamis that ravaged Japan, fans were sending messages of support to the nation using the hashtag. “After the news of the earthquake and tsunami spread, I did what most people did. I stopped and stared at the TV. I sat at the computer, constantly refreshing CNN in hopes of some good news,” he wrote. “And I went to Twitter to see what people were saying. I noticed a hashtag, ‘SINGItForJapan,’ where you kids were writing messages of hope, saying prayers and sending your condolences and well wishes to survivors. It moved me in a profound way.” The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, March 30, at 8 p.m. ET. There’s no news on just when the band’s new version of “Sing” will be made available, but for more information — and to submit material for #SINGItForJapan — check out My Chemical Romance’s official site . Related Artists My Chemical Romance

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Brad Womack: No Chance of Third Bachelor Stint

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Not sure if anyone really threw this rumor out there, let alone took it semi-seriously, but Brad Womack wants you to know there is NO truth to it. Him starring as The Bachelor for a THIRD time, that is. After Emily Maynard was picked on the season finale this month, she and the man who turned down two potential fiancees in his first go-around looked like they were on the ropes. But they look to be weathering the storm, at least for now: In other news, Brad has a follower named NascarJunkie22 . Again, despite how icy things seemed on the After the Final Rose special and rumors that it’s over , the pair may just make it after all. Or will they! What do you think? Will Brad and Emily last?

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Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga Push for Japanese Disaster Relief

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga have lent their name and their words of encouragement to a great cause. Both artists have recorded videos in which they send prayers and urge fans to donate whatever they can afford to the victims of this month’s earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Bieber will also record a song for a CD whose proceeds will benefit those affected, while Lady Gaga’s bracelets have raised $1.5 million for the crises. Justin Bieber Speaks on Japan Lady Gaga Speaks on Japan

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Lady Gaga Releases Country Version Of ‘Born This Way’

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

New take on hit song, dubbed ‘The Country Road Version,’ features slide guitar, mandolin and harmonica. By Gil Kaufman Lady Gaga Photo: Jason Merritt/ Getty Images You can take all those Madonna comparisons and throw them out the window of your Ford F-150 truck, because on Thursday night Lady Gaga released a whole new version of her global smash “Born This Way” that featured a totally unexpected spin. After tweeting to her Little Monsters that she was preparing to release “Born This Way (The Country Road Version),” Mother Monster dropped the tune at midnight PT on Friday (March 25) via her Twitter account … and it did not disappoint. The new rendition of the hit opens with ominous, swirling guitars and then introduces a fuzzed-out slide guitar and harmonica wheeze, with all of the thumping disco beats replaced by restrained brush drumming and a more laid-back vibe. Once it kicks into the first chorus, the song continues to take its time, choogling along on live-sounding, laconic drumming and lots of soulful harmonica. Just before the three-minute mark, Gaga mixes in some new lyrics, drawling, “If I wanna make it country, baby, then it’s OK, cuz I was born, I was born, I was born this way,” over picked mandolin. “From London, Paris, Japan back to USA/ I was born on the road, I was born to be brave,” she adds, as the song breaks into full-on country-rock mode reminiscent of late-period Bon Jovi in the final minute. Meanwhile, the original, non-boot-scooting version of “BTW” notched its sixth week in a row at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts this week, which is what Gaga said prompted her to drop the surprise remake on her fans. Earlier this week, Gaga revealed that she’s almost done recording her Born This Way album , telling fans via Twitter, “In Nebraska, finishing up record today … I’m so proud of the album: I keep dancing+drinking: metal/techno rock journey of a woman on the run.” Plans are now being worked up for the tour in support of Born This Way (due out May 23) and Gaga’s first swing at directing, a collaboration with her creative director, Laurieann Gibson, on the video for the album’s upcoming second single, “Judas.” What do you think of Gaga’s twanged-up version of “Born This Way”? Share your opinions in the comments. Related Photos The Evolution Of: Lady Gaga Related Artists Lady Gaga

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Lady Gaga Releases Country Version Of ‘Born This Way’

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

New take on hit song, dubbed ‘The Country Road Version,’ features slide guitar, mandolin and harmonica. By Gil Kaufman Lady Gaga Photo: Jason Merritt/ Getty Images You can take all those Madonna comparisons and throw them out the window of your Ford F-150 truck, because on Thursday night Lady Gaga released a whole new version of her global smash “Born This Way” that featured a totally unexpected spin. After tweeting to her Little Monsters that she was preparing to release “Born This Way (The Country Road Version),” Mother Monster dropped the tune at midnight PT on Friday (March 25) via her Twitter account … and it did not disappoint. The new rendition of the hit opens with ominous, swirling guitars and then introduces a fuzzed-out slide guitar and harmonica wheeze, with all of the thumping disco beats replaced by restrained brush drumming and a more laid-back vibe. Once it kicks into the first chorus, the song continues to take its time, choogling along on live-sounding, laconic drumming and lots of soulful harmonica. Just before the three-minute mark, Gaga mixes in some new lyrics, drawling, “If I wanna make it country, baby, then it’s OK, cuz I was born, I was born, I was born this way,” over picked mandolin. “From London, Paris, Japan back to USA/ I was born on the road, I was born to be brave,” she adds, as the song breaks into full-on country-rock mode reminiscent of late-period Bon Jovi in the final minute. Meanwhile, the original, non-boot-scooting version of “BTW” notched its sixth week in a row at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts this week, which is what Gaga said prompted her to drop the surprise remake on her fans. Earlier this week, Gaga revealed that she’s almost done recording her Born This Way album , telling fans via Twitter, “In Nebraska, finishing up record today … I’m so proud of the album: I keep dancing+drinking: metal/techno rock journey of a woman on the run.” Plans are now being worked up for the tour in support of Born This Way (due out May 23) and Gaga’s first swing at directing, a collaboration with her creative director, Laurieann Gibson, on the video for the album’s upcoming second single, “Judas.” What do you think of Gaga’s twanged-up version of “Born This Way”? Share your opinions in the comments. Related Photos The Evolution Of: Lady Gaga Related Artists Lady Gaga

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Rihanna To Perform ‘California King Bed’ At ACM Awards

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Singer will take the stage with Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles to perform new track on April 3. By Jocelyn Vena Rihanna Photo: Lester Cohen/ WireImage Rihanna will take the stage on April 3 when the Academy of Country Music Awards show kicks off in Las Vegas. According to RyanSeacrest.com , the singer is expected to perform her Loud ballad, “California King Bed,” alongside Sugarland frontwoman Jennifer Nettles. Other ACM Awards performers include Jason Aldean, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban, Alabama, Dierks Bentley, Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, Martina McBride, Reba, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood and Zac Brown Band with James Taylor. Robert Pattinson and his “Water for Elephants” co-star Reese Witherspoon have been tapped to present at the show, as have Seacrest and “Entertainment Tonight” correspondent Nancy O’Dell. Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton will host the ACM Awards, which will air on CBS. The night will also be filled with A-list nominees including the contenders for Entertainer of the Year, Jason Aldean, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban. Swift is also up for Top Female Vocalist of the Year against Lambert, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood and Lee Ann Womack. Swift’s Speak Now is also contending for Album of the Year. In addition to her ACM performance, Rihanna is contributing music to a forthcoming digital-only album being compiled to benefit the victims of the Japan earthquake and tsunami. She also appears on the April cover of Vogue magazine. Related Artists Rihanna

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Gwen Stefani Donates $1 Million To Japanese Earthquake Relief

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Internet sensation Rebecca Black donating proceeds from sales of her “Friday” single and an “It’s Friday” T-shirt to relief efforts. By Gil Kaufman Gwen Stefani Photo: Kevin Mazur/ Getty Images/ Wire Image Following in the footsteps of Oscar winner Sandra Bullock , Gwen Stefani has pledged to donate $1 million to earthquake-relief efforts in Japan. The No Doubt singer and solo star announced on Wednesday that she had written a major check to Save the Children’s Japan Earthquake-Tsunami Children in Emergency Fund to help with recovery efforts in the devastated nation. “I’ve been inspired by Japan for many years and have a true love, appreciation and respect for the Japanese people and their culture,” Stefani said in a statement posted on the No Doubt website. “The disaster in Japan is beyond heartbreaking, and I want to do anything I can to help. I would never be able to make a gesture like this without the love and support of all the fans over all these years.” Stefani, who also is a clothing designer, is asking her fans to get in on the action as well, by pledging to unveil a limited-edition Harajuku Lovers T-shirt from her L.A.M.B. clothing line on No Doubt’s website, with all proceeds from sales going to help the relief efforts. In addition, a charity auction will be announced next week that will offer the chance to join Stefani at a special fundraiser in Los Angeles. She also encouraged her fans to donate directly to Save the Children if they want to get involved. Internet sensation Rebecca Black, who announced on “The Tonight Show With Jay Leno” on Tuesday that she’s giving proceeds from her “Friday” single to Japan relief, also is donating profits from the sales of an “It’s Friday” T-shirt to the American Red Cross’ efforts in the stricken country. Other artists who’ve stepped up to aid the people of Japan include Hanson , Ne-Yo , Lady Gaga , Katy Perry and Justin Bieber . For more information on what you can do to help with earthquake and tsunami relief efforts in Japan head to MTV Act , or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Related Artists Gwen Stefani

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Ne-Yo Performs In Japan After The Tsunami

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Ne-Yo flew to Japan after the disaster to, “Spread Love Through Music.” Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Real Talk NY Discovery Date : 20/03/2011 19:24 Number of articles : 2

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Weekly Address: American Jobs Through Exports to Latin America

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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As President Obama closely monitors the crises in Japan and Libya, he discusses his trip to Latin America and his administration’s efforts to strengthen America’s relationships abroad and broaden international markets for U.S. products. Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Kicking Ass Discovery Date : 21/03/2011 00:32 Number of articles : 2

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