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‘American Idol’ Without Simon Cowell? Sarah Silverman Is Worried

‘I watch it for the singers and for Simon,’ the comedian tells MTV News. By Eric Ditzian, with reporting by Josh Horowitz Sarah Silverman Photo: MTV News Tuesday night marked the beginning of the Ellen DeGeneres era on “American Idol.” The evening also moved us one episode closer to the end of the Simon Cowell reign of caustic truth-telling. Some worry about this passing of the reality judge’s torch, while others embrace it. You can count Sarah Silverman, another caustic truth-teller in her stand-up comedy, in the “Uh-oh, there goes ‘Idol’ ” camp. “I watch it for the singers and for Simon,” she told MTV News. “I’m not really interested in laughs or other things or when they do funny videos around the Ford Focus. I just want to see the singers and then I want to see what Simon says.” Silverman has also gotten to know one prominent “Idol” alumnus. At the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards in January, the comedian joined Adam Lambert onstage to present the award for Best Comedy. The duo’s appearance became one of the most talked-about moments of the evening after a funny exchange in which Silverman complained about people obsessing over her sexuality. “I love Adam Lambert,” she told us. “I think he’s spectacular.” But she doesn’t think she’d do so well behind the judges’ table. Asked if she had any interest in replacing Cowell, Silverman vigorously shook her head and said, “Nah.” In fact, she’s not even sure she’ll continue to watch the show during future, Simon-less seasons. “When he’s gone, I don’t know,” she said. “I love Ellen, I’m a huge fan. In terms of that show, I like him. He’s in music professionally.” Get your “Idol” fix on MTV News’ “American Idol” page , where you’ll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos Who Should Replace Simon Cowell On ‘American Idol’? Simon Cowell On “American Idol”

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Yo Gotti, Young Jeezy And Gucci Mane Here To ‘Save’ Street Music

‘I feel that’s who the streets look at as far as trap music,’ Gotti tells Mixtape Daily. By Shaheem Reid Yo Gotti Photo: Polo Grounds Celebrity Favorites Yo Gotti just wants to preserve the environment. The Memphis, Tennessee, MC wants to uphold the integrity of the streets in hip-hop. He has talked about the responsibility on the shoulders of himself, Young Jeezy and Gucci Mane as three of the ‘hood’s ambassadors. “Keep getting it, I respect you and salute you, my n—a,” Gotti says on the record “Save Da Trap,” talking directly to Jeezy. “I knew you for this rap sh–/ We used to speak on trap sh–/ You represent the streets and you know I do the same/ From one gangsta to another, dawg, I hope you never change.” The last verse of the song addresses Gucci Mane. “I don’t really f— with rappers but you/ You like my brother,” Gotti says to Gucci. “We was in the spot/ We looked out for one another/ The first time I met, three songs in one night.” Gotti explained his musical letters to us. “I feel like it’s our job, between me and Jeezy and Gucci — I feel that’s who the streets look at as far as trap music,” Gotti explained. “So if it’s gonna be saved, we have to save it. That [song is] me telling myself and them, ‘Don’t do it.’ We gotta save the trap — the streets want us here. We still can do what we wanna do, make any kinda music we want to do — but we gotta keep representing the trap for the trap, ’cause that’s what’s made us.” Yo Gotti’s next album, Live From the Kitchen, comes out later this year. He recently filmed a video for “Women Lie, Men Lie” in Los Angeles. “It’s a mystery video,” Gotti said. “Women lie, men lie — it’s kind of a mystery video. You’ll see what’s going on and what’s not going on. I’m rapping about numbers. It’s self-explanatory, a lot of things I’m talking about — figures … what jewelry cost, what my deal is worth. It’s just different things where I come from in the streets — a lot of numbers.” For other artists featured in Mixtape Daily, check out Mixtape Daily Headlines . Related Videos Mixtape Daily: Nicki Minaj, Snoop Dogg, More

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Robin Thicke Rides ‘Rollacoasta’ With ‘Amazing Talent’ Estelle

‘We’re just talking about the roller coaster of romance,’ Thicke tells MTV News on the video’s set. By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Kelly Marino Robin Thicke Photo: MTV News Robin Thicke isn’t shy about hooking up with the ladies to make soulful, sexy duets. Having already worked with Leighton Meester and Nicki Minaj , it was time for Thicke to recruit some vocals from across the pond. For his song “Rollacoasta,” Thicke brought British chanteuse Estelle along for the ride. The collaboration was a perfect fit, Thicke said, especially since he had Estelle in mind when he started working on the Sex Therapy song. Plus, the pair have a history, having performed several shows together in the past. “She’s just an amazing talent,” he told MTV News on the set of the music video for “Rollacoasta.” “She’s a rapper. She’s a singer. She’s a writer. So it was really meant to be, and when I had this record, I was thinking to myself [that] it was perfect [for Estelle].” The song is all about the ups and downs of love, as the title suggests. And while the song’s subject matter is deep, Thicke wanted to keep the video’s vibe a little lighter. “The song is about the roller coaster you go through in a single relationship, but in this video, we’re just talking about the roller coaster of romance,” he explained. “We’re trying to throw a nice little house party that’s representative of the house parties that I have at my house, which is classy, sexy, wild, naughty all at the same time.” Thicke also recently released a provocative new video for “Sex Therapy.” Related Photos Robin Thicke Hosts Sex Therapy Album Release Party Related Artists Robin Thicke

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Ludacris’ Conjure Mixtape A Grab Bag For Fans

‘I wanna give all my fans something for free,’ Chris says, in Mixtape Daily. By Shaheem Reid Ludacris Photo: MTV News This Week’s Main Pick Street King : Ludacris Holding It Down For : ATL Mixtape Album : Ludacris Presents Conjure: A Hustler’s Spirit Real Spit : The stylistic and lyrical monster Chris Bridges pours his rap magma on tracks like his official Battle of the Sexes blast-off banger “How Low” and Snoop Dogg’s instrumental for “I Wanna Rock.” “I did a verse to the beat,” Chris said in Los Angeles last week. “I love the beat so much. That’s one of the beats that comes on and you feel instant gratification. Somebody put my verse sandwiched in between the Jay and the Snoop verses [on the] G-Mix. It’s all good. I just want people to hear it. Whatever it is, y’all just need to listen to it.” While that freestyle didn’t make it to the Conjure mixtape, the iconic Southerner has an entire grab bag of flows for you. “Before the album, after the album, I’m just in a space where I’m inspired,” he says. “I’m inspired by beats of course, the ones that are on Battle of the Sexes. But even beyond that, I’m jumping on stuff. It’s my exercise. I wanna give all my fans something — [the ones] that have been supporting me for the last 10 years — something for free.” The mixtape’s title has a dual meaning. “It’s as simple as this. Spirit has a double meaning,” Luda explains. “When you talk about spirits, you talk about liquors, as in Conjure [cognac]. Then my spirit, I have a hustler’s spirit. People that listen to the mixtape have a hustler’s spirit. It’s a lot of people out there getting money. That’s basically what this thing is about. Even in the rap game, you have to sell records, we hustle. This is for the hustlers. Simple as that.” Chris’ Battle of the Sexes features appearances by Nicki Minaj, Lil’ Kim, Eve and others. It hits retailers on March 9. Joints To Check For

Tony Yayo Puts New Mixtape Up For Sale, Will Drop Album In June

‘It’s all about the Internet now,’ he says of selling his mixtape online, in Mixtape Daily. By Shaheem Reid Tony Yayo Photo: MTV News The O.D.: A Mixtape Daily Exclusive You could just imagine the merch being sold on 50 Cent’s Web site, emblazoned with the slogan “What Would 50 Do?” Tony Yayo said he was inspired by the G-Unit General to put his new mixtape up for sale on the Internet. “It’s [coming out] now, available on Amazon, iTunes and all these other places — we’re rushing to put it out because of the reaction I got to my new video ‘Bullets Whistle.’ Shout-out to ThisIs50.com .

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Lupe Fiasco’s Enemy Of The State Inspired By MTV’s ‘Hottest MCs’ List

‘Y’all sit at that table, and y’all forget who I am,’ he tells Mixtape Daily of our Hip-Hop Brain Trust.

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Newcomer Freddie Gibbs Is ‘Trying To Put The Midwest On The Map’

The MC is representing Indiana via Los Angeles, in Mixtape Daily. By Shaheem Reid Freddie Gibbs Photo: Skee TV Fire Starter: Freddie Gibbs Words of wisdom from Freddie “Gibbs” Kipton: “It ain’t no 401K plan for no drug dealer or no robber.

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Cassidy Is ‘Saturating The Game’ With New Mixtape, C.A.S.H. Album

‘I wanted to get the mixtape market in a frenzy, to let them know I’m coming back,’ he tells Mixtape Daily. By Shaheem Reid Cassidy Photo: Full Surface The O.D.: A Mixtape Daily Exclusive On Monday, we brought you info from the great Bun B and his journey to tear a hole in every beat he raps on this year. Uncle Bun wants his name next to dozens and dozens of songs this year, whether it’s original material, freestyles or guest spots

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Bun B Gives The People What They Want With No Mixtape

‘These songs weren’t originally intended to be a mixtape,’ UGK rapper tells Mixtape Daily. By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Rahman Dukes Bun B Photo: Asylum Don’t Sleep: Necessary Notables Headliner : Bun B Co-Starring : The hot hip-hop blogs Songs We Can’t Stop Playing : “Big Di– Chaney,” “2 Dope Boyz Freestyle” and “I Am” Essential Info : Freeze, somebody bring him back the title please. Usually in this section, we shout out a particular mixtape.

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Randy Jackson Predicts A Girl Will Win ‘American Idol’

‘I think a girl’s gonna take it,’ the judge tells MTV News. By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Jim Cantiello Randy Jackson Photo: MTV News David Cook and Kris Allen might be the past two “American Idol” winners, but judge Randy Jackson believes that this time around, a lady will win the show. And, if you need evidence, just look at past winners Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson and Jordin Sparks, who all bested boys to take the “Idol” crown

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