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Guns N’ Roses Announce Six U.S. Tour Dates

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Axl Rose and company to revisit NYC venue where they performed their ‘Live at the Ritz’ concerts 24 years ago. By Andrea Duncan-Mao Guns N’ Roses’ Axl Rose Photo: Evan Agostini/Getty Images All that’s old is new again. Axl Rose and his revamped Guns N’ Roses will revisit their beloved New York when they launch their Northeast tour in February. In 2011, the band completed a sold-out international tour and will kick off 2012 with a series of intimate shows in the States, starting with New York. Beginning February 10, they will perform a three-show series in the city, the cornerstone of which will be at the club Webster Hall, which was originally called the Ritz. This is where GN’R played one of their most famous concerts, “Live at the Ritz,” in 1998. For their return, the venue will revert to its original name, complete with new signage and marquee, and fans can wax nostalgic about the days when Guns were the biggest band on the planet. Additional cities include Chicago; Silver Spring, Maryland; and Atlantic City, New Jersey. No word yet if more dates will be announced. The stark difference this time around is that the original members of the group — namely Duff McKagan, Slash and Izzy Stradlin — will not be there. Axl remains the only original member in this latest incarnation of GN’R, and the latest crew has yet to release a new album. The last Guns N’ Roses release was back in 2008 with Chinese Democracy. McKagan currently lives in Seattle and has had success with his bands Velvet Revolver and Loaded, while the top-hat-wearing Slash, who was also in Velvet Revolver, has guested on tracks from Michael Jackson and Rihanna and is a major figure in the “Guitar Hero” video games. Guns N’ Roses tour dates, according to a press release:

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‘American Idol’ Already Belongs To Phillip Phillips

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Season 11 contestant is a mashup of every male winner in show’s history. By Jim Cantiello Phillip Phillips on American Idol’s season premiere Photo: FOX Last night’s 14-hour “American Idol” premiere presented the usual suspects of hopefuls. To paraphrase judge (and hideous eyewear collector) Randy Jackson at the end of the Savannah, Georgia, trip, “We came, we saw, we mocked immigrants’ accents, we patronized and lusted after hot girls, we competently read off of producers’ notes, we conquered.” Then, just as the expected parade of planted craycrays and daughters of sports athletes wrapped up, “Idol” introduced its eventual season 11 winner, Phillip Phillips. First let’s talk his name. It’s so ridiculous, it’s awesome. You’ll never forget it. Not to get all numerologist on you, but for season 11, a digit comprised of “one” repeated twice, a name like Phillip Phillips is destined to end up on top. At least he is in a pretentious overwritten novel. But Phillip Phillips’ unavoidable victory truly comes into focus once you realize that he’s a tried-and-true mashup of every male winner in the show’s 10-year history. Musically, Phillip 2 is a Dave Matthews worshipper (hi, season nine’s Lee DeWyze!) with the Joe Cocker mannerisms of season five’s Taylor Hicks. His first audition song was a Stevie Wonder classic. (Sophomore class president Ruben Studdard made his first impression with a Stevie song, too.) And just when you thought fellow contestant Colton Dixon had the David Cook fans in his corner by singing the season seven winner’s “Permanent” (and sharing a passion for haircuts tragique), Phillips rocked a “Thriller” of an encore: a white-dude twist on a Michael Jackson fave

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DMX, Ruff Ryders to Reunite!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

DMX may soon make news for something other than getting arrested! Amazing! X says he and his legendary rap crew Ruff Ryders are getting back together and that a big reunion tour is already in the works. Perhaps the best known Ryder, Eve, is also on record saying to expect a massive comeback from the Ruff ones. Stop, drop, shut ’em down and open up shop … DMX – Ruff Ryders’ Anthem The tour is supposed to kick off in a few months, with CEO Waah Dean currently booking venues. DMX says the whole Ruff Ryders crew – Eve, The L.O.X., Swizz Beatz, Drag-On, Murda-Mook – are on board and ready to run this $h!t. Take heed. THG’s celebrity mug shot all-star says, “We are all family and we’re going to come back stronger than when we left … It’s going to take the nation by storm.”

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Family of Michael Jackson No Longer Seeking Money From Dr. Conrad Murray

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Michael Jackson’s family has apparently realized the obvious: As much as they want Dr. Conrad Murray to pay dearly for his role in the King of Pop’s death, the physician is flat broke and the music icon is worth nine figures. You can’t get blood from a stone, and thus, prosecutors will no longer seek more than $100 million in restitution from Murray at the request of Jackson’s family. A rep for the L.A. County D.A.’s Office says prosecutors withdrew the motion and a hearing scheduled for Monday has been called off at the family’s request. Murray was convicted and sentenced for involuntary manslaughter last year. Murray, who’s already serving his four-year jail sentence for his role in the death of MJ, is basically broke, with a revoked medical license halting future income. It’s unclear how he plans to earn money once he’s released, but he fought having to pay restitution and it appears MJ’s family concluded it wasn’t worth it. The time and legal fees necessary to battle for scraps that wouldn’t change the family standard of living, or more importantly bring MJ back, was fruitless.

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Dancing Filipino Traffic Cop Bust Stupid Dope Moves To Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” [Video]

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

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Glee to Honor Michael Jackson: Official Promo

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Glee will be Startin Somethin on January 31. The Fox hit – whose ratings have plunged on season three, as storylines have grown more inconsistent and character development has taken a backseat to the latest song the show can plug in iTunes – will pay tribute to Michael Jackson in two weeks, airing an episode that tackles a number of iconic hits. Watch the official promo for “Michael” below and then check out the song list for the installment: Glee Michael Jackson Tribute Promo Visit our friends at TV Fanatic for more Glee spoilers and look forward to the following MJ covers on the episode: Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ – Blaine Rock with You – Sebastian and the Warblers Bad – Artie, Santana, Blaine, Sebastian Scream – Artie and Mike Never Can Say Goodbye – Quinn Human Nature/Nature Boy (mash-up of MJ and Nat King Cole) – Mercedes and Sam Ben – Finn, Rachel and Kurt I Just Can’t Stop Loving You – Finn and Rachel Black or White – Artie, Rachel, Kurt, Mercedes and Santana

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Molly Sims: Pregnant With First Child!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Molly Sims is going to be mommy Sims. The 38-year-old model, jewelry designer and actress is expecting her first child with her new husband Scott Stuber, her rep confirmed this afternoon. “There are simply no words to describe the feeling,” Sims wrote. “I finally get what they mean when they say pregnant women glow.” Sims explained that a “first pregnancy is a nerve-wracking experience of course, but mostly we are just thrilled and excited. We can’t wait to meet him or her.” Sims also shared how she broke the news to Scott Stuber , 42. “I hijacked a fortune cookie and typed a new message so that when he opened his cookie at the end of the meal, he found out he was going to be a daddy.” “You can only imagine how nervous I was during the entire meal – I think I ate a total of two bites – but the look of surprise and joy on his face was priceless.” Stuber, who produced Love and Other Drugs , popped the question in May 2011. The couple married in September. Congratulations on the impending arrival! [Photo: WENN.com]

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Dr. Conrad Murray: You Want Me to Pay, Too?!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Dr. Conrad Murray wants the judge in his criminal manslaughter case to deny Michael Jackson’s family restitution, arguing that MJ was responsible for his demise. Murray was convicted and sentenced for involuntary manslaughter already. That is set in stone. However, he is still fighting the restitution the star’s family seeks. Murray is asking for evidence the defense never received during the trial – evidence he claims could show Michael self-administered the fatal dose of Propofol. Murray’s lawyer, J. Michael Flanagan, argues that – guilty verdict aside – in deciding how much restitution the family gets, the victim’s responsibility matters. So Murray will concede he’s partly to blame (he can’t argue otherwise because of the conviction) but he still wants to prove that Jackson caused his own death. The prosecution is asking for around $100 million in restitution, but the judge hasn’t decided on a figure. The level of culpability will ultimately play into that. Once the figure is set, if Flanagan gets his way and the judge were to decide MJ was 50 percent responsible, the judge would reduce restitution by 50 percent. Also complicating matters? Murray is pretty much broke, and if anything, Jackson’s family has profited from his death. So … the judge has a lot to ponder.

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Emma Stone To Play Drug Dealer In ‘Little White Corvette’

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Actress will also serve as executive producer on film, which returns her to her comedy roots. By Jocelyn Vena Emma Stone Photo: Fotonoticias/Getty Images Emma Stone is ready to ride in a “Little White Corvette” in her next flick. “The Help” star is attached to the comedy, for which she’ll reportedly make $1 million up-front, Deadline reports. The story, which returns the actress to her funny-lady roots, follows two siblings who find cocaine in their dead father’s old Corvette. They attempt to cash in on the million-dollar bundle when they head down to Miami to sell it off. The part of her sibling has yet to be cast. Stone has been interested in the project, for which she will also serve as executive producer, since mid-2011. Production is scheduled to begin this summer. Until then, comic book fans everywhere are looking forward to seeing her take on Gwen Stacy in “The Amazing Spider-Man” ; she’ll also reconnect with her “Crazy, Stupid, Love” co-star Ryan Gosling in the period drama “Gangster Squad.” Both films are out later this year, and both are fighting it out in the MTV Movie Brawl 2012 . As awards season rages on, Stone’s breakout film, “The Help,” continues to generate buzz. The movie and its stars are up for five awards at the Golden Globes on January 15, including Best Motion Picture – Drama; Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for Viola Davis; Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture for both Jessica Chastain and Octavia Spencer; and Best Original Song – Motion Picture for Mary J. Blige’s “The Living Proof.” Oscar nominations will be announced on January 24. For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com . Related Videos MTV Sneak Peek Week: ‘The Help’ MTV Rough Cut: ‘Crazy, Stupid, Love’

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Rihanna Named Best-Selling Digital Artist Ever

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Black Eyed Peas, Eminem, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift also rank high on Nielsen SoundScan list. By John Mitchell Rihanna Photo: Getty Images Rihanna ‘s run at the record books continues unabated, as the “We Found Love” singer has been named by Nielsen SoundScan as the top-selling digital artist ever. The Talk That Talk diva has moved an incredible 47.5 million digital downloads since bursting onto the scene in 2005, giving her a comfortable lead over second-place Black Eyed Peas, who have career digital sales of 42.4 million. Eminem trails BEP by just 100,000 for third place with over 42.29 million in sales. Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift came in at fourth and fifth, respectively, with career digital sales of 42.08 million and 41.82 million. Katy Perry, Lil Wayne, Beyonc

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