Santigold, formerly Santogold, has been signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label. The eclectic singer/songwriter, who once opened for M.I.A., appeared on his 2008 hit song “Brooklyn, We Go Hard.” She made the announcement on Twitter, saying “It’s official! Made the change to Roc Nation Management!!!” Congrats. Cassie vs. RocNation’s Rita Ora: Whose Calvin Klein Commercial Is Hotter? [VIDEO] Rihanna Joins Jay-Z’s Roc Nation! Willow Smith Signs With Jay-Z’s RocNation Label!
Drake will be mingling with Bill Clinton and friends this week at a fundraiser being thrown by the former President that will benefit Clinton’s Millennium Network. The Canadian rap superstar is scheduled to perform at the event. Top 9 Music Videos Of The 2000s Top 9 Music Videos Of The 1990s The March 17th benefit will be held in Hollywood at Boulevard3. The event is open to the public with tickets ranging from $150 to $10,000. President Clinton will begin the event with a speech, and attendees will be treated to a performance from Drake later on in the evening. Jamie Foxx and Kerry Washington are just two of the names included on the benefit’s invite list. RELATED: Drake & Big Sean To Appear On Kanye’s “All Of The Lights” Remix RELATED: Did Drake Turn Down A $20 Million Offer From Roc Nation?
Good question. Dana Perino pointed out the administration’s total disregard for the truth today on FOX News Sunday, “It is interesting to me how the administration allows President Obama to say things that are so quickly proven false… The facts … Continue reading → Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Gateway Pundit Discovery Date : 13/03/2011 16:43 Number of articles : 3
If you’re in the entertainment business, in any fashion, it’s safe to say Quincy Jones has had some influence on you. From creating some of the most memorable music in history to founding one of hip hop’s most loved magazines, Quincy Jones has done it all. WBW: Samples of History: Hip-Hop Mines Afrobeat In celebration of his upcoming birthday (March 14th), we decided to dish out the Top Ten Quincy Jones samples in hip hop songs. 10. Jodeci – Get On Up When Jodeci released their third single from ‘The Show, The After Party, The Hotel’, many didn’t catch the portion of Quincy’s 1981 track, “Velas,” a single off of the landmark album, ‘The Dude.’ Dalvin Degrate used the harmonica solo and other minor quirks of Jones’ jazz groove to make “Get On Up” sound richer. Anchored by a funky bassline and knocking drums, “Get On Up” helped Jodeci go platinum in a mere two months in 1995. Get On Up Velas 9. Jurassic 5 – Improvise Jurassic 5 broke on the scene in 1997 as the group bringing back true school hip hop. As the second single from their debut EP, “Improvise” mixed samples from Albino Gorilla and our man, Q. Quincy’s theme song for the 1972 comic caper film, The Hot Rock, was jacked. The group’s understated use of this old theme song proved they were trying to move into the future without losing sight of the past. Improvise: Hot Rock Theme: 8. The Roots – Clones The album, ‘Illadelph Halflife,’ was a departure for the crew from Philly. They went for a darker sounding record than ‘Illadelph’s’ predecessors. “Clones” served as The Roots’ first appearance in the top five of the hip hop charts back in ’96. Ahmir “?uestlove” Thompson transformed a sexy jazz number evoking the feeling of July in New York City into an ill rap tune about not conforming to society’s images and remaining your true self. Clones Summer In The City 7. 2Pac ft. K-ci & JoJo – How Do U Want It 2Pac has always had the talent of smoothly injecting serious statements into fun party songs. On his number one single, “How Do U Want It,” Pac lays the smack down on C. Deloris Tucker, while trying to get into shortie’s cut off jean shorts. Producer, Johnny J , flipped Quincy’s 1974 bedroom jam, “Body Heat,” into a salacious tune for wannabe macks approaching women in the club. Listen to these two records and you’ll see why women would rather be with an old school mack than these new age “pimps.” How Do U Want It Body Heat 6. LL Cool J ft. Boyz II Men – Hey Lover Jones’ personal recordings haven’t been the only tracks sampled from his vast catalouge. His collaborations with Michael Jackson have been sampled a fair share of times. One of the most memorable is Uncle L’s ode to crushes. The Trackmasters lifted and looped the introduction of Quincy and MJ’s romantic, “The Lady In My Life,” to continue on with LL’s rap Lothario persona. Boyz II Men add smoothed out vocals to every around the way girl’s favorite summer love song. Hey Lover Lady In My Life 5. Juelz Santana – Mic Check Juelz Santana has never lacked confidence. When he dropped his second album, he crowned himself as what the game was missing. Back with avengance, Santana needed an anthem to match the aggression he was coming with. Neo Da Matrix added Quincy’s theme from the “Roots” mini-series so fans and other rappers knew how hard Juelz was coming. He might have sold the least, but he managed to be most feared by most emcees. See what a Quincy Jones sample and a little aggression will do for you? Mic Check Roots Mural Theme 4. Kanye West ft. T-Pain – Good Life Chicago’s native son is no stranger to sampling. The Louie Vuitton Don borrowed a few portions of Jones’ work on the Thriller jam, “P.Y.T.” If you listen closely, you can hear Michael Jackson in the background cooing,”Aww, baby.” The fact Kanye made it on this list is laugh worthy, considering the founder of Vibe Magazine dissed Mr. West by saying he was “just a rapper.” Quincy, tell us what’s good. Why ‘Ye only got a problem when you in the hood? Good Life P.Y.T. 3. Ludacris – #1 Spot Ludacris is consistently one of the most underrated emcees in the game. His 2004 album, The Red Light district, featured some of his most animated rhymes to date. The DJ Green Lantern produced “#1 Spot” is a prime example. Based on the dudes’ “Soul Bossa Nova,” made famous by the Austin Powers movies, Ludacris sent warning shots to any foe standing in his way with a smile. Sidebar: the Bill O’Reilly diss was too official. Number One Spot: Soul Bossa Nova: 2. Mobb Deep – Shook Ones Part II Mobb Deep’s infamously dark delivery and hardcore street tales have made them one of the most critically acclaimed rap groups hip hop has seen. On the classic, The Infamous , Havoc sampled a frightening fragment of a cool Quincy record, “Kitty With The Bent Frame,” to give “Shook Ones Part II” the element of danger it needed to match the duo’s storytelling. Prodigy and Havoc let all the killers and hundred dollar billers know theyweren’t Wu-Tang, but they weren’t “nothin’ to f*ck wit” either. Shook Ones Part II : Kitty With The Bent Frame : 1. The Pharcyde – Passin Me By Released in 1993, “Passin Me By” found the four member crew recounting stories of school boy crushes that end in heartbreak. Producer, J-Swift sampled “Summer In The City” for this classic. “Passin Me By” will forever resonate because there will always be some guy sprung over a female. By the way, our number eight selection shares the sample. Can you hear them in both records? what’s the difference between the uses of the two songs? Passin Me By: Summer In The City: RELATED POSTS: Quincy Jones Defends Working With T-Pain [VIDEO] Quincy Jones & Ludacris “Soul Bossa Nostra” [AUDIO] Quincy Jones Readies Tribute Album… To Himself
When disaster strikes we all want to know how to help. The people of Japan will need help for a long time to come. They may have just suffered the worst disaster in their countries existence. The following organizations are ready to help. Here is how to help you can do in addition to praying. They will need our prayers and all our support for a long time. It is our first reaction to want to help others when we see them in need. We are all citizens of the world. There are organizations who specialize in helping with relief. This is how you can help. You can help by reaching out to any of the organizations below. The Red Cross has already launched efforts in Japan. Visit Redcross.org or text REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10 from your phone. Save the Children has also responded. Eiichi Sadamatsu of the organization released a statement , saying: The organization is currently organizing efforts and donations to its Children’s Emergency Fund will support outreach. International Medical Corps is responding to the health needs of the disaster’s victims. Nancy Aossey, President & CEO, International Medical Corps said in a statement: To donate or learn about other ways you can contribute to its medical response, visit Internationalmedicalcorps.org . Also, text MED to 80888 from any mobile phone to give $10. The Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief Fund was launched at GlobalGiving.org to garner funds that will be given to a variety of relief organizations helping victims of the earthquake. It has already raised over $100,000, particularly from concerned Twitter users around the world. The project page explains: Salvation Army personnel are organizing efforts in Tokyo and will soon send a team to help the severely damaged city of Sendai, Japan . To contribute to earthquake relief, text ‘JAPAN’ or ‘QUAKE’ to 80888 to make a $10 donation or visit SalvationArmyUSA.org . Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is sending two three-person teams to the Iwate and Miyagi prefectures in Japan . To learn more about the organization’s efforts or make a donation, visit Doctorswithoutborders.org . Other relief organizations are also sending representatives to disaster sites, including AmeriCare and Shelterbox . MercyCorps is gathering donations for its overseas partner, Peace Winds Japan , which currently has personnel on the ground distributing emergency relief in Japan. Along with an appeal for monetary donations, Operation USA has also announced efforts to collect bulk corporate donations of health care supplies . If you are interested in donating bulk medical items, visit OpUSA.org . For any who have loved ones abroad, Google has stepped up to help. Along with a tsunami alert posted on its front page, Google has launched the Person Finder: 2011 Japan Earthquake to help connect people that may have been displaced due to the disaster. Google has also launched a crisis response page filled with local resources and emergency information. Judy Chang, head of PayPal’s nonprofit group, announced that transactional fees incurred by money transfers to US 501(c)(3) organizations (or charities registered with the Canada Revenue Agency) between March 11 and April 10 will aid relief efforts in Japan. World Vision has announced global mobilization in response to tsunami warnings. Geoff Shepherd, the organization’s humanitarian and emergency affairs director for the Asia-Pacific region, released a statement on World Vision’s For more news please read News One’s: Twitter, Facebook Users Offer Donations And Words Of Support Related Stories: Tsunami Prayers: 8.9 Earthquake Strikes Japan [VIDEO] Feel Good Friday Vid of The Week: One Man And His Guitar Work It Out Wednesday:10 Steps To Peace Top 10 Charities To Trust
‘This is what I’ve been praying for,’ she says. By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Kelly Marino Nicki Minaj Photo: MTV News Nicki Minaj is an international star these days, but when Harajuku Barbie went on the road with Lil Wayne for his I Am Music Tour two years ago, her portion of the show was limited. For the sequel, however, the “Moment 4 Life” rapper made it onto the marquee. Minaj will join Rick Ross, Travis Barker and Mixmaster Mike on Lil Wayne’s next outing . “Oh my God, I’m very excited to be touring with Wayne,” Nicki told MTV News. “The last time I toured with Wayne I was onstage for three minutes. Now I have my own set, I have my own lighting, my own costumes, my own dancers, my own everything. And this is what I’ve been praying for [for] a very long time.” She’s certainly come a long way compared to when she first joined Weezy’s Young Money roster. Wayne admitted she was a nice addition, but he didn’t see her becoming as big of a star as she’s become. She, along with Drake, gave him the luxury of relaxing while he was behind bars, knowing his prot
Katy Perry, Ryan Seacrest, Lindsay Lohan tweet support for those affected by the disaster. By Jocelyn Vena Smoke rises from a construction site in Tokyo on Friday Photo: Sankei/Getty Images The world is still reacting to the news of an 8.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Japan on Friday (March 11). The devastating quake triggered a 10-meter tsunami that now threatens Pacific coastal areas including Hawaii and the West Coast of the United States. Celebrities have taken to Twitter to share their love and support for those affected by the natural disaster. “I’m sending my thoughts and prayers and love to those in Japan who are hurting,” Taylor Swift tweeted . Fellow pop princess Katy Perry shared a similar sentiment, writing , “My prayers go out to anyone that is being effected by the disaster in Japan. #prayforjapan.” Selena Gomez, who was just in the country, took to Facebook to express her concern. “Wow, I don’t even know what to say, Japan. I was just there and you were all so wonderful to me,” she wrote. “I am sending all my love, prayers and support.” Justin Bieber also tweeted about the news. “Japan is one of my favorite places on earth. … It’s an incredible culture with amazing people. My prayers go out to them. We all need to help.” He added, “#prayforjapan.” “Our hearts and prayers are with all of our BSB family in Japan. We love you all so much. Please try to stay safe. … Kisses and hugs from us!” the Backstreet Boys tweeted , with their tourmates New Kids on the Block adding , “Our thoughts are with all those around the world affected by the earthquake in Japan.” “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest wrote on Twitter , “Glued to TV watching this unreal earthquake footage out of Japan. Sending prayers to everyone affected. Unbelievable.” As the weather threatens his home state of Hawaii, the president tweeted a strong message of support. “Sending condolences to the people of Japan, particularly those who lost loved ones in the earthquake & tsunamis. U.S. stands ready to help.” “Glee” stars Lea Michele and Amber Riley also had kind words for those affected. Michele tweeted , “So devastating to hear about the huge earthquake & tsunami [in] Japan. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone there.” Riley added , “Omg my heart goes out to Japan. I pray this devastation stops.” Embattled actress Lindsay Lohan even seemed overwhelmed by the news, writing , “My mommy just woke my sister and i up to this! god bless those that are in fear.” “The images on the news are breaking my heart,” Paris Hilton wrote online. “I am so worried for everyone in Japan. My thoughts are with you Japan. God bless you all.” Related Artists Taylor Swift Justin Bieber
Sometimes all it takes is one prominent supporting film role to force an actor into a type. Take Bradley Cooper, for instance, who shot to fame after playing the appropriately named Sack in Wedding Crashers . “On Alias , I played the nicest guy in the world and then I would try to audition for movies after that and the feedback was like ‘Wow, Bradley’s such a nice guy,’ ‘Yeah, I don’t really see him in that part,'” Cooper told James Lipton recently at a taping of Inside the Actor’s Studio . “[But] after Wedding Crashers , ‘Bradley? Yeah, he’s an a*shole.'”
So Sarah Silverman walks into an unspecified hotel hallway and meets President Barack Obama. They get to talking about nudity in film and afterward, his aides tell the raunchy comedienne that she can never, ever speak of their meeting. What does she do? She shares the details with Howard Stern.
MTV News spent the day with the Foo Fighters frontman and realized he’s on a mission … from Freddie Mercury. By James Montgomery Interviewing the Foo Fighters on Thursday night Photo: Jonathan Mussman / MTV News Dave Grohl is sprawled out on a couch inside his trailer, flipping through photos on his Blackberry, largely ignoring everything happening around him (a list of potential distractions that, at this moment, includes “Pat Smear getting makeup applied to his face,” “Nate Mendel sitting next to a plate of vegetables,” and “Taylor Hawkins shouting about Queen’s ‘Crazy Little Thing Called Love’ “) when all of a sudden, he stops, looks up at me and thrusts his phone in my face. “Look at this, man, let me show you something,” he says, presenting me with a photo of him shaking hands with President Barack Obama. “Don’t f— this up.” He is only kidding, in that faux-serious way that he is better than pretty much anyone (or at least anyone who used to be in Nirvana) at trying to psyche me out minutes before we go live on MTV for the premiere of the Foo Fighters’ “Rope” video . So, I make a joke about how he was really slumming it with me, at which point he quickly pulls the device back to his chest, finds another picture and shows it to me. “Don’t be like that,” he scolds. “Be like this. ” It’s a photo of late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury, decked out all in white, addressing the masses during the band’s legendary 1985 Live Aid performance, a photo that captures everything that was great and majestic about not only the band, but rock and roll in general. And in showing it to me, not only does Dave Grohl confirm the fact that he is a terrifyingly huge Queen fan (the kind that carries photos of Mercury on his Blackberry), but he also reveals what may very well be his guiding principle: Believe in nothing less than the life-affirming power of rock. It’s an outlook that has led him to share the stage with Jimmy Page and record albums with Lemmy Kilmister, an enthusiasm that belies the fact that he is 42 years old and has been playing in bands for nearly 30 of those years. And above all else, it is why — despite being (at the very least) a key cog or (at the very most) the driving force behind two of the biggest rock acts of the past 20 years — he is not above messing around with a guy like me, or keeping pictures of Freddy Mercury on his phone. He is, first and foremost, a rock-obsessed super-fan, a true believer. In other words, he is not all that different from you or me. Only with better connections. But what makes Grohl different is that he uses those connections to spread the gospel. It’s why he decided to record the Foos’ new album, Wasting Light in his own garage, why he recruited Bob Mould (of Grohl’s all-time favorite acts, Husker Du) to sing on the song “Dear Rosemary,” and why he reunited with former Nirvana mate Krist Novoselic on the stunning “I Should Have Known.” It’s what any of us would’ve done if we were in his shoes: make the record of our dreams, our way, with our heroes and friends. On one hand, it’s a selfish move, on the other, it’s selfless … dutiful even. Rock has been good to Dave Grohl, and so now he will be good to it, by honoring — and harnessing — its powers for good. And all of that may seem like utter nonsense, but take one look at Grohl any time he’s onstage — the goofy smile, the wild eyes, the genuine sense of abandon he displays — and try to tell me he’s not being sincere. Or, better yet, watch him interact with his fans, like I did on Thursday in Northridge, California, at the home of Shivan Somaratne, the Foo Fighters fanatic who was chosen by MTV to host the premiere of “Rope.” Grohl truly was in his element, cracking jokes, posing for pictures, signing albums and T-shirts and even a chest or two. He was genuinely touched when Somaratne told him that the first song he ever learned to play on guitar was the Foo’s “Everlong” — though he was quick to laugh, “Well, it’s a simple song” — and seemed grateful when Somaratne handed him a demo CD he had just recorded with his band. You got the feeling he was even going to listen to it. This was a man who put himself on the same level as the kids in a California suburb, despite 20 years of evidence to the contrary. A man who showed up to the premiere of his new video wearing the same clothes he wore in the video. A man who purchased, customized and fully stocked a white limousine, for no real reason other than it’s sort of an awesome thing to do. In other words, this was Dave Grohl doing what he does best: living as the embodiment of rock’s true power, and by doing so, encouraging others to do the same thing. It’s what makes him so likable and humble, and what separates him from 95 percent of other rock stars in his strata. He does not take himself seriously in the very least but he takes rock and roll incredibly seriously. Which is probably why, minutes before we went live, he grabbed me, looked me square in my eyes and said, “Don’t be nervous.” Or why, after we had made it through the premiere, he smiled and said, simply, “You didn’t f— it up.” And he wasn’t joking this time. He is perhaps rock’s purest ambassador, a man on a mission to spread the good word (or at least buy some Queen albums). On some level, Dave Grohl wants us all to be rock stars. 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