Over the past week, notorious hacker group Anonymous has launched numerous DDoS attacks that disrupted service to a number of popular websites. The global hacker collective recently took down websites belonging to the Department of Justice, Universal Music, the Record Industry Association of America and the Motion Picture Association of America to protest SOPA, PIPA and the takedown of Megaupload…. Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : The Boy Genius Report Discovery Date : 23/01/2012 15:38 Number of articles : 4
Acoustic singer Matt Nathanson is hitting the road with Kelly on her Stronger Tour. By Vaughn Trudeau Schoonmaker Matt Nathanson Photo: MTV News As Kelly Clarkson kicks off 2012 with her highly anticipated Stronger tour , MTV News caught up with her opening act, singer/songwriter Matt Nathanson . Clarkson fans may recognize Nathanson from his single “Come On Get Higher,” which received heavy radio play in 2008 and then again with 2011’s “Faster.” For someone who hasn’t heard his music yet, it can best be described as acoustic rock with a squeeze of country and a pop garnish. He cited a wide range of musical influences including U2, Poison, White Snake, Def Leppard, Bon Jovi and Van Halen. Nathanson will also be playing several headlining shows while he tours with Clarkson. He opened up about different being an opening act is compared to having your own show. “Opening shows are more like you’ve got to go out and win them over,” he said. “It’s like clubbing people over the head and dragging them back to your cave. It’s like a prize fight. You go out and just grab them and drag them back and make them yours.” “When I have a headline show, I think of it as a party and I’m sort of like the host,” he explained. The tour is already underway in the U.S., and Nathanson says he’s having a great time. “There’s always a moment where you walk out to someone else’s audience and you don’t know what you’re going to get,” he described. “Kelly’s audience is different than my audience, and it takes them a while to get used to me and me a little while to get used to them. And then once you make that connection, you’re in. It’s fun!” Nathanson is currently touring to promote his latest album, Modern Love, and will stick with Kelly for the remainder of her North American leg of the tour. Will you be seeing Kelly Clarkson and Matt Nathanson live? Let us know in the comments! Related Videos Opening Act: Artists To Look Out For
The Complete Confection will feature tracks that didn’t make it on the original album. By Jocelyn Vena Katy Perry’s Teenage Dream Photo: Capitol Records gave fans their Teenage Dream when she dropped the album back in 2010, and now fans should expect to experience a bit of d
‘It’s weird when people say it’s an accident, ’cause I kinda meant to do it,’ Blake Anderson says of stunt gone wrong in MTV’s ‘First Date.’ By Rya Backer Cast of “Workaholics” Photo: MTV News As one of the co-stars of Comedy Central’s “Workaholics,” Blake Anderson has made his way into the hearts and televisions of many an American as Blake Henderson, the goofy member of the show’s trio who’s not above spending his week’s paycheck on a coat that looks like a bear, or talking his friends into foregoing their Thanksgiving plans to spend a weekend at a Hedonism resort in Jamaica. So when we sat down with Anderson following the castmembers’ “First Date” shoot, which premieres Tuesday on MTV.com, it was refreshing to know that his quirks and sense of humor — and those of his fellow Workaholics — are not just a stage persona. We asked for details on how he recently made headlines jumping off a roof and landing (not especially gracefully) onto a Comedy Central-branded beer pong table, reportedly fracturing his spine in the process. Oh, and Odd Future’s Tyler, the Creator was there too — having a good laugh at Anderson’s expense. “It’s weird when people say it’s an accident, ’cause I kinda meant to do it,” he explained about the fall. “I was drunk and it was stupid. Don’t jump off roofs into hard surface areas.” His castmates (they are all good friends in real life), however, had a different perspective on the situation: “It was all CGI, it was a ploy to get more viewers. Thank you for viewing,” explained Adam DeVine, whose “Workaholics” character, Adam Demamp, was named one of MTV News’ Top 50 TV Characters of 2011 . The carnage, however, appears to be very real, with Anderson sporting a fresh scar from the incident on the left side of his back. Though DeVine once again refutes its veracity, asking, “… or is it CGI’d?” So exactly what was recent VMA winner Tyler, the Creator doing at his place? “We have those little rugrats runnin’ around at our parties sometimes,” Anderson said of his friendship with Odd Future. Fellow member Taco appeared in the show’s second-season premiere. Despite their ups and downs, so to speak, the groups remain friendly — despite some fighting words from the cast. “You’re not invited anymore, Tyler. And that’s on you, bro,” DeVine exclaimed. “Yeah, go ‘create’ some sh–,” added Anders Holm. You can see more with the cast of “Workaholics” on Tuesday when their episode of “First Date” goes live on MTV.com!
‘Everybody felt what I was saying and was riding,’ former Murder Inc. boss says about October ‘RapFix Live’ appearance. By Rob Markman Irv Gotti Photo: MTV News No matter if he was producing hits for Jay-Z or J.Lo or running Murder, Inc Records, Irv Gotti always approached the game with passion. Gotti brought that same love to MTV’s “RapFix Live” in October when he essentially campaigned to become Def Jam’s next president . “It caused a buzz, and I want people to know I didn’t start the whole ‘Irv Gotti for president’ thing; the people did,” the former Def Jam A&R told MTV News as he walked the red carpet at the reopening of Jay-Z’s 40/40 Club in Manhattan last week. “It was a crazy thing, and it was all good.” Gotti has a storied relationship with the groundbreaking rap label. After he produced “Can I Live” from Hov’s 1996 debut, Reasonable Doubt, Irv helped set up a deal between Jay’s Roc-A-Fella Records and Def Jam. Next, Gotti coaxed DMX to the powerhouse label and then Ja Rule. In 2005, the federal government charged Gotti’s Murder Inc. label with money laundering, and even though Irv was cleared of the charges , his relationship with Def Jam soured. Back in October, Irv made his pitch to return to the record company in a very big way. “If you don’t want to hire me — the best man for the job, the man who will die for it — cool, I understand. You think I’m Suge Knight, you think the feds may come in here again if you hire me, cool,” he said at the time. “Put somebody in there, because you not giving any sign or any indication that you care about my culture.” A number of artists and industry mainstays spoke out in support of Irv, while others quietly championed him behind the scenes. “It was one of the best ‘RapFix’ [interviews] ever,” Jadakiss told MTV News in November. “He said a lot of stuff that doesn’t get said. He was able to [vent] without hating on the record labels or channeling any hate. … Everything he said — me being on the inside looking out and him being on the inside looking out but now on the outside looking in — I think he nailed every point. I think everything he said was excellent, and almost everything was true.” It doesn’t seem like Def Jam brass will put Irv in the big chair, but Gotti is appreciative of the support he has gotten from the hip-hop community. “Everybody was riding. It was a lot of love,” he said last week. “Everybody felt what I was saying and was riding.” Who do you think should be Def Jam’s next president? Tell us in the comments! Related Videos ‘RapFix Live’ With Method Man And Irv Gotti
WLFBJFL by YardieGoals Source: Yardie Above, Wale and Miguel perform their record live on Jimmy Fallon alongside in-house band, The Roots. Ambition in stores now. Broadcasting platform : DailyMotion Source : illRoots Discovery Date : 19/01/2012 10:48 Number of articles : 2
I asked Facebook for suggestions of videos that explain the why in a more simple way – here’s some of their suggestions… For the record (and irony), I could do that because SOPA isn’t a law (yet). Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Are We Connected? Discovery Date : 18/01/2012 00:17 Number of articles : 2
Mac Miller is the latest white rapper building a following on the independent circuit. Though he’s getting a taste of success, thanks to his album, Blue Slide Park , Mac Miller hasn’t forgotten where he came from. On his new track, “Jerry’s Record Store,” Miller waxes nostalgic as he rhymes over a mellow horn and break beat driven instrumental about the music store in Pittsburgh that fostered his love for rap music. “Jerry’s Record Store” is sure to conjure some memories of the “good old days.” Mac Miller’s Blue Slide Park is in stores and on iTunes now. Mac Miller – Jerry’s Record Store by Suburban17 RELATED POSTS: Waka Flocka Says He’s Better Than The 2011 XXL Freshman Class [VIDEO] XXL 2011 Freshman Cover Photo Shoot [VIDEO] Monkey Gang Got More Worldstar Views Than XXL Freshmen But Diggy, Lil B
‘Justin killed it,’ Twist tells MTV News of ‘Wherever You Are.’ By Rob Markman Justin Bieber Photo: George Pimentel / WireImage It’s been a long time coming for Lil Twist . The Young Money rap rookie was supposed to see his debut album Don’t Get It Twisted drop in 2011, but after a few false starts, the Dallas MC is looking forward to a March 20 release. Already, he has dropped a ton of singles and high-powered collaborations with Lil Wayne, Busta Rhymes and 2 Chainz. Next up, Justin Bieber . “We’re getting ready to drop that record ‘Wherever You Are.’ Y’all will have that real soon,” Lil Twist told MTV News of the high-powered collaboration. “It’s a fun record. Justin killed it. He’s, like, rap-singing on it; another different sound for Justin.” Twist, who built his fanbase thanks to pop-rap joints like “Little Secret” with Bow Wow and “Love Affair,” has been developing a harder edge lately. His recently released video for the Busta Rhymes-assisted “Turnt Up” focuses more on the 18-year old’s rap bars rather than his penchant for catchy hooks. His Golden Child mixtape, which he dropped in December, also shows a similar growth. But with “Wherever You Are,” Twist just promises a good time. “It’s gonna be great. It’s a cool summer record,” Twist told MTV News last August. “It’s a party song. Straight for the sun. It’s a Miami record.” While the record has been in the works for some time, Twist is almost ready to let to go. “Just me and Justin, people been waiting on that,” he said of his bond with the Biebs. “That’s my brother right there. It’s just been a long time coming. Now that we been had the record done, it’s time to put it out.” Are you anticipating Lil Twist’s “Wherever You Are,” featuring Justin Bieber? Tell us in the comments! Related Artists Justin Bieber Lil Twist
No words needed here. Enjoy it Broncos Country! Tim Tebow hits Demaryius Thomas on an 80-yard touchdown pass, the longest to end a post-season overtime game in NFL history: Broadcasting platform : YouTube Source : Mile High Report Discovery Date : 09/01/2012 02:49 Number of articles : 2
