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Adam Lambert’s Acoustic Live! Due December 6

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on Adam Lambert’s Acoustic Live! Due December 6

Five-song EP will include stripped-down versions of ‘Whataya Want From Me’ and other For Your Entertainment tracks. By James Dinh Adam Lambert’s Acoustic Live Photo: RCA Just in time for the holidays, Adam Lambert is treating fans to the unplugged set Acoustic Live! The five-song EP, due in stores December 6, will feature stripped-down versions of “Whataya Want From Me” and other popular tracks from his debut album, For Your Entertainment. According to a post on his website , the acoustic versions of “Whataya Want From Me” and “Music Again” were recorded in Germany. Additional tracks, “Aftermath” and “Soaked,” from the singer’s Glam Nation Tour, will also be included on the set. On the cover of Acoustic Live!, a shirtless Lambert stands in front of a blue and white spiral explosion throwing up the peace sign and rocking his signature messy hairdo. Just last month, the “American Idol” season-eight runner-up opened up about his on-the-road studio sessions. “We went around Europe in the earlier part of this year … and we did a lot of promo, so I had Monty, my guitar player, and my drummer at the time,” the singer told Australian personality Dylan Lewis. “We just did very stripped-back versions of the songs. We got our hands on some of those recordings. Then we also recorded some of the stuff from the actual Glam Nation Tour, so it’s going to be a mix of both.” In addition to Acoustic Live!, Glamberts can also look forward to seeing the singing sensation profiled in an upcoming episode of “True Hollywood Story.” The episode, which is scheduled to air Sunday on E!, will feature Lambert and his parents discussing everything from his fame to their family relationship. Are you excited for Acoustic Live! ? Share your comments below! Related Photos Adam Lambert Brings His Glam Nation Tour To New York Related Artists Adam Lambert

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Kate Middleton and Prince William: Officially Engaged!

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on Kate Middleton and Prince William: Officially Engaged!

It’s been a rumor for months, but it’s now an official Royal announcement: Kate Middleton and Prince William are engaged. The two have been together for years, with a couple brief break-ups along the way. Already regulars in the pages of supermarket tabloids , Kate and William can expect even more coverage as they move toward a wedding that’s scheduled to take place some time in 2011. Ahead for Kate Middleton and Prince William: love, marriage… and $20 billion . William proposed during a vacation in Kenya last month. He has informed the Queen of his intentions and also sought permission from Middleton’s father. In part, the official statement by Great Britain reads: The Prince of Wales is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince William to Miss Catherine Middleton. The wedding will take place in the Spring or Summer of 2011, in London. Further details about the wedding day will be announced in due course. Following the marriage, the couple will live in north Wales, where Prince William will continue to serve with the Royal Air Force.

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Will.i.am Blasts "Disrespectful" Michael Jackson Album; Akon Defends Collaboration

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on Will.i.am Blasts "Disrespectful" Michael Jackson Album; Akon Defends Collaboration

Will.i.am is not a fan of the posthumous Michael Jackson album, Michael . The forthcoming project is “disrespectful” to the King of Pop, who the the Black Eyed Peas frontman says would be rolling in his grave at its release. His reasoning? MJ was such a perfectionist, he would never want fans to hear his songs without his approval. In will.i.am’s mind, this is a low blow . Akon sees Michael Jackson’s legacy differently than will.i.am . “Whoever put it out and is profiting off of it, I want to see how cold they are,” he said. “To say that what (MJ) contributed during his life wasn’t enough. He just wasn’t any ordinary artist. He was a hands-on person. To me it’s disrespectful.” “Michael Jackson songs are finished when Michael says they’re finished.” Will.i.am, who recorded with Michael just before he died, says those tapes will never see the light of day, unlike ” Hold My Hand ,” MJ’s collaboration with Akon. Their duet is the first single from Michael, and Akon disagrees with will.i.am, saying the upcoming record is actually keeping the King Of Pop’s “legacy alive.” “I don’t see anything disrespectful about it,” he says. “These albums would have come out if he was alive or dead.” What do you think? Is it good or bad? You can see both arguments, clearly, but it’s up to the fans to decide. If they embrace Michael’s music, and a new generation of listeners is inspired by his talent, however unfinished, it’s Akon who may be proven correct in this debate. Listen to “Hold My Hand” and tell us what you think of it below … Hold My Hand (Akon and Michael Jackson) How would you rate Akon and Michael’s collaboration?

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How Much Would You Pay to Watch New Movies at Home?

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on How Much Would You Pay to Watch New Movies at Home?

After an FCC ruling allowing the activation of technology that blocks duplication of video-on-demand titles, studios have been quietly planning to launch a “premium” VOD option of first run movies for $24.99. Predictably, movie theaters are not too happy. Studios are currently planning to wait 45 days after theatrical release to make these premium on-demand titles available. With a few exceptions, this is the time frame in which most theatrical releases make the bulk of their box-office gross. Still, now might be a good time for theaters to start actually enforcing the no cell phone rule. [ New York Times ]

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VIDEO: Elijah Wood and RZA Showcase Karaoke Skills and Questionable Song Choice at Fantastic Fest

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Comments Off on VIDEO: Elijah Wood and RZA Showcase Karaoke Skills and Questionable Song Choice at Fantastic Fest

Of all the songs I could pick to hear RZA and Elijah Wood sing at karaoke, The Black Eyed Peas’ entire discography would be pretty low on the list. That said, this video still rules. and apparently blame (or credit) for the song selection goes to Timecrimes director Nacho Vigalondo. Anyway, as a counter-point to all the stuffy red carpet coverage of Toronto and Venice, I give you the karaoke party for Austin’s genre-centric Fantastic Fest featuring Wood, RZA, Vigalondo and others. Just watch the mayhem and try not to get pumped for the week. Happy Monday!

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John Legend, The Roots Talk ‘Powerful’ Wake Up! LP

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

‘He really, really exercised … the rawness,’ drummer ?uestlove says of pushing soul singer on upcoming joint collection. By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Steven Roberts John Legend and ?uestlove Photo: MTV News John Legend and the Roots hooking up for a collaborative project hardly seems like a stretch. For one, the two acts have past works steeped in soul music, from John’s solo efforts to the band’s work with artists like Erykah Badu and D’Angelo. But according to Legend, their new album, Wake Up!, was anything but a gimme. The LP is a collection of vintage cover tracks with a few contemporary edits, and the singer admitted the studio sessions forced him, in a pivotal way, to stretch beyond his comfort zone. “I think this album is bold and it’s different than anything that I’ve done but I don’t think people will think it’s out of my sphere of what I do, because it’s very soulful,” Legend told MTV News. “It incorporates gospel, it incorporates hip-hop, funk, reggae; it’s very classic. It’s inspired by music from the ’60s and ’70s, all these are things you would expect me to do. And all these are things you would think the Roots are a phenomenal band and production team to do it with, and so it works really well in that regard. I think it will feel very powerful to Roots fans, John Legend fans, and all of the above people who haven’t listened to us before, because the collaboration felt very natural, it felt very right.” Although both John Legend and the Roots share a connection that stems from their Philadelphia backgrounds — the singer attended college in the area and the bandmembers hail from the city — joining forces wasn’t a simple process. Roots drummer Ahmir “?uestlove” Thompson said he’s selective about who he works with, limiting the list to a few veterans. But Legend, he said, shares a common palette when it comes to musical tastes. “As far as doing a full-fledged record with a singer, a lot of times I shy away from singers because a lot of them don’t have the seasoning and the reference points that I look for when I do work with particular singers,” ?uestlove explained, citing his ’70s-era soul music influences. “So it was fun working with John,” he added. “John is a double-edged sword: He has a velvety smooth voice, but here, he really, really exercised — much to my delight and much to his chagrin — the rawness.” What do you think of John Legend and the Roots coming together for an album? Let us know in the comments!

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Selena Gomez Says Fans Inspired A Year Without Rain

Posted on September 21, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Disney star says her supporters ‘deserve the spotlight as much as I do.’ By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Christina Garibaldi Selena Gomez Photo: MTV News Selena Gomez already has a stamp of approval from Taylor Swift for her new album, A Year Without Rain, and now she’s hoping her fans are equally delighted with the record, which dropped Tuesday (September 21). In fact, she had her fans in mind for every decision and detail in the album process. “[I named the album after my single] because it’s the name of the first song I recorded to put on the record. I feel like that song has a lot of meaning, and it also kind of was the start of what I wanted to base all the other songs around,” she told MTV News. “I mean, even down from putting the track listing and numbering it, I wanted to make sure I envisioned [fans] putting it in their car or putting it on their iPod and how I wanted them to listen to the record.” Many of the songs on A Year Without Rain are inspired by Selena’s dedicated fans. “I wanted to make sure it made people feel good, but I also dedicated a couple songs to my fans, because there were moments onstage that I wish I could give to them, because they mean so much to me,” she explained. “So there are songs like ‘Intuition’ and ‘Spotlight’ that are specifically for my fans and a way of saying, ‘I get to live such a great life, but you guys deserve the spotlight as much as I do.’ ” Gomez said the album can be enjoyed at home or on the dance floor. “I think you can see that it’s more of a dance/techno vibe,” she said. “I wanted it to be a feel-good record.” Are you excited to get your hands on Selena’s new music? Let us know in the comments! Related Videos MTV News Extended Play: Selena Gomez

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Will.i.am Remembers Knowing ‘All’ The ‘Sesame Street’ Songs

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Now the BEP frontman gets to perform his ‘ What I Am’ for the show’s season premiere, September 27. By Kyle Anderson, with reporting by Tim Kash Will.I.Am on the set of “Sesame Street” Photo: MTV News Will.i.am made quite an impression on the music world when he performed with Nicki Minaj during the pre-show of the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, and he’s about to make waves among an entirely different audience soon. His new song “What I Am,” which he performed for “Sesame Street,” just premiered online , and the track will also be featured on the show’s season premiere on September 27. Flanked by an army of “Sesame Street” all-stars (including Big Bird, Elmo, Grover and Cookie Monster), Will croons an inspiration track about being yourself, setting goals and working hard to achieve those goals. The video segment was recorded back in November, and MTV News was there to catch up with Will (and Grover). “The song is called ‘What I Am,’ and it’s about making goals and working hard to achieve them,” Will told MTV News. He was especially honored to be on the set of “Sesame Street” and working with some of the Muppets who gave him his early education. “You have to understand: I was like 4 or 5 years old, and I always wanted to watch ‘Sesame Street,’ ” he said. “Grover helped me learn about numbers and about the alphabet, and I used to know all the songs.” He had a fan in Grover, who insisted he liked the Black Eyed Peas, as well as “carrots, broccoli, all those vegetables.” Grover later taught will a few dance moves while the producer provided beatbox backup. Will represents the first in a series of high-profile guest appearances on the 41st season of “Sesame Street,” including Katy Perry, Usher, Jude Law, Ryan Reynolds, Kara DioGuardi, Reggie Bush and Zoe Saldana. What do you think of Will.i.am’s “Sesame Street” song? Let us know in the comments! Related Artists Will.I.Am

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Lady Gaga Lands In ‘Guinness World Records’ Book

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Gaga sets record for most weeks on the U.K. chart and most-searched female. By Gil Kaufman Lady Gaga Photo: Mark Ralston/ Getty Images Fresh from her record-setting eight wins at the MTV Video Music Awards, Lady Gaga is celebrating yet another milestone this week. According to the folks at the Guinness World Record organization, Lady G has beaten Oasis’ record for the most weeks on the U.K. charts. Since its release in August 2008, singles from Gaga’s debut, The Fame, have notched an amazing 154 consecutive weeks in the top 75, besting the Gallagher brothers’ previous record of 134 weeks. And that’s not the only record Guinness reported that Gaga broke. She is also now officially the Most Searched-For Female on the Internet, according to the 2011 edition of the records book, beating out the previous top female search target, former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. Gaga takes her place alongside late pop icon Michael Jackson, the Most Searched-For Male on the Internet, while Madonna notches the distinction of the Best-Selling Female Act of the 21st century in the U.K. Also making the book: Miley Cyrus (Most Charted Teenager), Jay-Z and Beyonc

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Al Pacino, Joe Pesci May Join De Niro/Scorsese’s ‘The Irishman’

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Actors are reportedly considering roles in movie about mob assassin Frank “The Irishman” Sheeran. By Adam Rosenberg Al Pacino Photo: Ethan Miller/ Getty Images Robert De Niro is re-teaming with “Goodfellas” and “Casino” director Martin Scorsese for a project that is equal parts mob movie and Federico Fellini-inspired dream reality. Called “The Irishman” and based on the book “I Heard You Paint Houses,” De Niro told MTV’s Josh Horowitz in April that some plans were cooking to perhaps divide the film into two parts. There’s been no additional news on that front, but the project is inching closer to reality with today’s possible casting news. Al Pacino and Joe Pesci are reportedly “circling” roles in “The Irishman,” according to a Deadline report. Scorsese is currently working on the 3-D film “Hugo Cabret,” starring Chloe Moretz, Jude Law, Emily Mortimer and Ben Kingsley. “Irishman” is one of several possible projects he could move on to next. The book “I Heard You Paint Houses” focuses on the life of mob assassin Frank “The Irishman” Sheeran, the supposed killer of Jimmy Hoffa and Joe Gallo. The movie’s script comes from Steve Zaillian, though De Niro told MTV in April that Eric Roth (“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”) is writing as well, for the potential two-film idea. In De Niro’s words: “We have a more ambitious idea, hopefully, to make it a two-part type of film or two films. It’s an idea that came about from Eric Roth to combine these movies using the footage from ‘Paint Houses’ to do another kind of a [film that is] reminiscent of a kind of ‘8 1/2,’ ‘La Dolce Vita,’ [a] certain kind of biographical, semi-biographical type of Hollywood movie — a director and the actor — based on things Marty and I have experienced and kind of overlapping them.” “La Dolce Vita” and “8 1/2” are works of the late, great Italian filmmaker, Federico Fellini. The latter film is a semi-autobiographical work about a director who is laboring over an elaborate sci-fi production. The story is peppered with flashbacks and dreamscapes that enter into the director’s present-day reality. MTV speculated in April that a similar plan could be in the works with Roth, particularly given the long history of mob films that Scorsese and De Niro have done together. Pacino and De Niro have teamed before, for Michael Mann’s “Heat” and Jon Avent’s “Righteous Kill.” Pesci and De Niro have worked together as well, with Scorsese, on the classics “Goodfellas,” “Casino” and “Raging Bull.” “The Irishman” would mark the first time the foursome have worked together in one movie. For breaking news, celebrity columns, humor and more — updated around the clock — visit MTVMoviesBlog.com . Related Videos MTV Rough Cut: Robert De Niro

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