American actor Robert Downey, Jr. and wife Susan Downey are expecting a child.
The couple's child is due early 2012, their first together.
Downey's spokeperson said to People magazine: "Robert and Susan could not be more excited over this news. They can't wait to welcome this new baby into their wonderful family."
Downey has a 17 year-old son, Indio Falconer Downer with his previous wife, Deborah Falconer. Falconer and Downey were married for 11 years.
Downey met Susan in 2003 on the set of the film Gothika. They were married two years later.
Downey 46, will be seen in theaters on December 16th, 2011 as he reprise his role as Sherlock Holmes in Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. He will also reprise his character as Tony Stark (Iron Man) in The Avengers scheduled to be be released in 2012.
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
"The Walking Dead" new teasers
And at last! New teasers from AMC's The Walking Dead.
The series which had 6 episodes in season one has 13 episodes in the upcoming season. Frank Darabont who developed the story based on the comic with the same title for television was reported to have been let go and replaced by the series' first season writer, Glen Mazzara.
Season two of The Walking Dead premieres on October 16th, 2011, Sunday. It stars Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Jeffrey DeMunn, Steven Yeun, and Chandler Riggs. Boondock Saint's Norman Reedus is also in the cast as "Daryl Dixon."
SOURCES: TheStir; Image
The series which had 6 episodes in season one has 13 episodes in the upcoming season. Frank Darabont who developed the story based on the comic with the same title for television was reported to have been let go and replaced by the series' first season writer, Glen Mazzara.
Season two of The Walking Dead premieres on October 16th, 2011, Sunday. It stars Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, Laurie Holden, Jeffrey DeMunn, Steven Yeun, and Chandler Riggs. Boondock Saint's Norman Reedus is also in the cast as "Daryl Dixon."
SOURCES: TheStir; Image
Monday, August 29, 2011
MTV VMA rundown part 2
Now for a list of the winners and the 'it was great just to be nominated'... like it or hate it...let us know who you think should have won!
VIDEO OF THE YEAR:
1. Adele - "Rolling in the Deep"
2. Tyler, The Creator - "Yonkers"
3. Katy Perry - "Firework"
4. Beastie Boys - "Make Some Noise"
5. Bruno Mars - "Grenade"
1. Adele - "Rolling in the Deep"
2. Tyler, The Creator - "Yonkers"
3. Katy Perry - "Firework"
4. Beastie Boys - "Make Some Noise"
5. Bruno Mars - "Grenade"
BEST NEW ARTIST:
1. Foster the People - "Pumped Up Kicks"
2. Wiz Khalifa - "Black and Yellow"
3. Tyler, The Creator - "Yonkers"
4. Big Sean featuring Chris Brown - "My Last"
5. Kreayshawn - "Gucci Gucci"
1. Foster the People - "Pumped Up Kicks"
2. Wiz Khalifa - "Black and Yellow"
3. Tyler, The Creator - "Yonkers"
4. Big Sean featuring Chris Brown - "My Last"
5. Kreayshawn - "Gucci Gucci"
BEST HIP-HOP VIDEO:
1. Wayne featuring Cory Gunz - "6'7"
2. Kanye West featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
3. Chris Brown featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes - "Look at Me Now"
4. Lupe Fiasco - "The Show Goes On"
5. Nicki Minaj - "Super Bass"
1. Wayne featuring Cory Gunz - "6'7"
2. Kanye West featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
3. Chris Brown featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes - "Look at Me Now"
4. Lupe Fiasco - "The Show Goes On"
5. Nicki Minaj - "Super Bass"
BEST MALE VIDEO:
1. Cee Lo Green - "F*** You"
2. Eminem featuring Rihanna - "Love The Way You Lie"
3. Bruno Mars - "Grenade"
4. Kanye West Featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
5. Justin Bieber - "U Smile"
1. Cee Lo Green - "F*** You"
2. Eminem featuring Rihanna - "Love The Way You Lie"
3. Bruno Mars - "Grenade"
4. Kanye West Featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
5. Justin Bieber - "U Smile"
BEST FEMALE VIDEO:
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Katy Perry - "Firework"
3. Beyoncé - "Run The World (Girls)"
4. Nicki Minaj - "Super Bass"
5. Lady Gaga - "Born This Way"
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Katy Perry - "Firework"
3. Beyoncé - "Run The World (Girls)"
4. Nicki Minaj - "Super Bass"
5. Lady Gaga - "Born This Way"
BEST POP VIDEO:
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Bruno Mars - "Grenade"
3. Britney Spears - "Till The World Ends"
4. Katy Perry - "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)"
5. Pitbull featuring Ne-Yo, Nayer & Afrojack - "Give Me Everything"
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Bruno Mars - "Grenade"
3. Britney Spears - "Till The World Ends"
4. Katy Perry - "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)"
5. Pitbull featuring Ne-Yo, Nayer & Afrojack - "Give Me Everything"
BEST ROCK VIDEO:
1. The Black Keys - "Howlin For You"
2. Foo Fighters - "Walk"
3. Foster the People - "Pumped Up Kicks"
4. Mumford & Sons - "The Cave"
5. Cage The Elephant - "Shake Me Down"
1. The Black Keys - "Howlin For You"
2. Foo Fighters - "Walk"
3. Foster the People - "Pumped Up Kicks"
4. Mumford & Sons - "The Cave"
5. Cage The Elephant - "Shake Me Down"
BEST COLLABORATION:
1. Pitbull featuring Ne-Yo, Nayer & Afrojack - "Give Me Everything"
2. Chris Brown featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes - "Look At Me Now"
3. Kanye West Featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
4. Katy Perry Featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
5. Nicki Minaj featuring Drake - "Moment 4 Life"
1. Pitbull featuring Ne-Yo, Nayer & Afrojack - "Give Me Everything"
2. Chris Brown featuring Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes - "Look At Me Now"
3. Kanye West Featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
4. Katy Perry Featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
5. Nicki Minaj featuring Drake - "Moment 4 Life"
BEST ART DIRECTION:
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
3. Lady Gaga - "Judas"
4. Kanye West featuring Dwele - "Power"
5. Death Cab For Cutie - "You Are A Tourist"
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
3. Lady Gaga - "Judas"
4. Kanye West featuring Dwele - "Power"
5. Death Cab For Cutie - "You Are A Tourist"
BEST CHOREOGRAPHY:
1. Beyoncé - "Run The World (Girls)"
2. Britney Spears - "Till The World Ends"
3. Lady Gaga - "Judas"
4. Bruno Mars - "The Lazy Song"
5. LMFAO featuring Lauren Bennett & Goon - "Rock Party Rock Anthem"
1. Beyoncé - "Run The World (Girls)"
2. Britney Spears - "Till The World Ends"
3. Lady Gaga - "Judas"
4. Bruno Mars - "The Lazy Song"
5. LMFAO featuring Lauren Bennett & Goon - "Rock Party Rock Anthem"
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY:
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. 30 Seconds To Mars - "Hurricane"
3. Eminem featuring Rihanna - "Love The Way You Lie"
4. Katy Perry - "Teenage Dream"
5. Beyoncé - "Run The World (Girls)"
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. 30 Seconds To Mars - "Hurricane"
3. Eminem featuring Rihanna - "Love The Way You Lie"
4. Katy Perry - "Teenage Dream"
5. Beyoncé - "Run The World (Girls)"
BEST DIRECTION:
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
3. Eminem featuring Rihanna - "Love The Way You Lie"
4. 30 Seconds To Mars - "Hurricane"
5. Beastie Boys - "Make Some Noise"
1. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
2. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
3. Eminem featuring Rihanna - "Love The Way You Lie"
4. 30 Seconds To Mars - "Hurricane"
5. Beastie Boys - "Make Some Noise"
BEST EDITING:
1. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
2. 30 Seconds To Mars - "Hurricane"
3. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
4. Manchester Orchestra - "Simple Math"
5. Kanye West Featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
1. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
2. 30 Seconds To Mars - "Hurricane"
3. Adele - "Rolling In The Deep"
4. Manchester Orchestra - "Simple Math"
5. Kanye West Featuring Rihanna and Kid Cudi - "All Of The Lights"
BEST SPECIAL EFFECTS:
1. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
2. Linkin Park - "Waiting For The End"
3. Manchester Orchestra - "Simple Math"
4. Kanye West featuring Dwele - "Power"
5. Chromeo - "Don't Turn The Lights On"
1. Katy Perry featuring Kanye West - "E.T."
2. Linkin Park - "Waiting For The End"
3. Manchester Orchestra - "Simple Math"
4. Kanye West featuring Dwele - "Power"
5. Chromeo - "Don't Turn The Lights On"
MTV VMA rundown part 1
In true (not quite a Lady) Gaga form, (s)he managed to get everyone talking with an opening number not quite like any other. It's quite well known that Gaga likes cross dressing and has previously done photoshoots as her male alter-ego Joe Calderone. No fancy dress, no meat outfits, no cocoons, just a white tee, black slacks and a little painted on stubble.
It got everyone talking, but not quite as much as Beyonce's pregnancy announcement. She was positively glowing in a great orange gown, showing off her bump to the press on the red carpet, before taking the stage to perform 'Love on Top'
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Given the recent passing of troubled singer Amy Winehouse, there was a rather upbeat and touching tribute given in her honor. Russell Brand and Tony Bennett said a few words and Bruno Mars knocked out a great version of 'Valerie' under a large portrait of the singer with her iconic eyeliner and red lipstick.
Tony Bennett presented behind the scenes footage of himself recording a duet with Winehouse, which will be released as a single and the profits will go to charity.
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See our next post for the list of winners!
Friday, August 26, 2011
Satellite radio channel Sirius XM will do a Nirvana tribute
In celebration of Nirvana's album Nevermind's 20th anniversary, Jon Stewart will be hosting a Nirvana special.
Stewart will be joined in by Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic, former band members of Nirvana on a two hour show that will air on satellite radio channel Sirius XM. There will be a Q and A which will take place in New York City in front of selected Sirius XM listeners. It will air on September 23rd.
Scott Greenstein, Sirius' president said, "This is our way to honour the artists who, with the release of Nevermind, influenced a generation and marked a change in the course of music history no generation will ever forget."
The Hollywood Reporter reported that Sirius XM will also start a Nirvana station called Nevermind Radio, a dedicated station to the band which will go on live on the 23rd of September. It will play music from the band's albums, B-Sides, and live recordings.
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Stewart will be joined in by Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic, former band members of Nirvana on a two hour show that will air on satellite radio channel Sirius XM. There will be a Q and A which will take place in New York City in front of selected Sirius XM listeners. It will air on September 23rd.
Scott Greenstein, Sirius' president said, "This is our way to honour the artists who, with the release of Nevermind, influenced a generation and marked a change in the course of music history no generation will ever forget."
The Hollywood Reporter reported that Sirius XM will also start a Nirvana station called Nevermind Radio, a dedicated station to the band which will go on live on the 23rd of September. It will play music from the band's albums, B-Sides, and live recordings.
SOURCES: NME; Image
New UK trailer for "Melancholia"
Melancholia has a new UK trailer.
The film which was dubbed as "a beautiful movie about the end of the world" is Danish director Lars Von Trier's (Orchidégartneren (The Orchid Gardener) and Antichrist) newest film.
The science fiction drama Melancholia stars Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg (Antichrist), Kiefer Sutherland (Lost Boys), John Hurt, Charlotte Rampling (Angel Heart), and Udo Kier (Suspiria). Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard (True Blood) also stars in the film together with father Stellan Skarsgard (Metropia).
Melancholia will be available on Video on Demand on October 7th, 2011 before its limited in U.S. theaters on November 11th, 2011.
The film which was dubbed as "a beautiful movie about the end of the world" is Danish director Lars Von Trier's (Orchidégartneren (The Orchid Gardener) and Antichrist) newest film.
The science fiction drama Melancholia stars Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg (Antichrist), Kiefer Sutherland (Lost Boys), John Hurt, Charlotte Rampling (Angel Heart), and Udo Kier (Suspiria). Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard (True Blood) also stars in the film together with father Stellan Skarsgard (Metropia).
Melancholia will be available on Video on Demand on October 7th, 2011 before its limited in U.S. theaters on November 11th, 2011.
SOURCES: IMDb; DreadCentral
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Gavin Degraw back on tour after NYC attack
American singer Gavin Degraw is back on tour after his attack in New York City in the beginning of the month.
The artist known for his hits I Don't Want To Be and Chariot performed on stage in Maryland on Wednesday night as he resumed tour with Maroon 5 and Train.
Degraw suffered a concusion, a broken nose, and black eyes after he was attacked in East Village at 3:30 in the morning on his way home. Degraw told People, "I remember maybe three guys said something to me and I didn't appreciate it, and I guess I let them know I didn't appreciate it. They weren't exactly on the debate team, so I ended up with a tube down my throat."
Degraw's attackers remained unidentified.
SOURCES: ExtraTV; Image
The artist known for his hits I Don't Want To Be and Chariot performed on stage in Maryland on Wednesday night as he resumed tour with Maroon 5 and Train.
Degraw suffered a concusion, a broken nose, and black eyes after he was attacked in East Village at 3:30 in the morning on his way home. Degraw told People, "I remember maybe three guys said something to me and I didn't appreciate it, and I guess I let them know I didn't appreciate it. They weren't exactly on the debate team, so I ended up with a tube down my throat."
Degraw's attackers remained unidentified.
SOURCES: ExtraTV; Image
Lady Gaga to appear in "The Simpsons"
"Lisa Goes Gaga."
That is the title of one of the new episodes of The Simpsons and yes, you are right! Lady Gaga will be appearing in the long-time running TV series.
Matt Groening, Simpson's creator said: "Since the very beginning, I've always wanted to have on the most iconic personalities of our time, and she's it."
Lady Gaga will be playing as herself who visited Springfield after finding out that a lot of its residents have very low self-esteem so she tries to cheer them up, including Lisa, through a song.
Lady Gaga who recently recorded her voice-over for the episode stated that she found the recording, "a little nerve-wracking."
"I make music, but I don't do voice-overs every day of the week, and their characters are so awesomely convincing and sincere and wild and funny, I had to remind myself constantly of the sincerity of the humor. "That's what I was trying to focus on, not putting on a character too much and really being as sincere as I could with the lines," the artist added.
The highlight of the episode will not only be Lady Gaga's appearance but the kiss she shares with Marge, Homer's wife.
Lady Gaga who is said she's very excited for the role also stated, "I would say this is one of the coolest things I've ever done. My dad's probably going to do 80 backflips when the episode comes out."
"Lisa Goes Gaga" airs next spring.
SOURCES: Press Association; Image
That is the title of one of the new episodes of The Simpsons and yes, you are right! Lady Gaga will be appearing in the long-time running TV series.
Matt Groening, Simpson's creator said: "Since the very beginning, I've always wanted to have on the most iconic personalities of our time, and she's it."
Lady Gaga will be playing as herself who visited Springfield after finding out that a lot of its residents have very low self-esteem so she tries to cheer them up, including Lisa, through a song.
Lady Gaga who recently recorded her voice-over for the episode stated that she found the recording, "a little nerve-wracking."
"I make music, but I don't do voice-overs every day of the week, and their characters are so awesomely convincing and sincere and wild and funny, I had to remind myself constantly of the sincerity of the humor. "That's what I was trying to focus on, not putting on a character too much and really being as sincere as I could with the lines," the artist added.
The highlight of the episode will not only be Lady Gaga's appearance but the kiss she shares with Marge, Homer's wife.
Lady Gaga who is said she's very excited for the role also stated, "I would say this is one of the coolest things I've ever done. My dad's probably going to do 80 backflips when the episode comes out."
"Lisa Goes Gaga" airs next spring.
SOURCES: Press Association; Image
"Fleetwood Mac" may tour again
British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac may tour again according to Lindsey Buckingham, the band's front man.
The band will also be recording a new album in the future according to the 61 year old guitarist/lead singer.
Buckingham said that there have been "a lot of rumblings" about another band tour but that there are no specific dates set yet.
Buckingham has a solo tour coming up to support his solo album, Seeds We Sow, his 6th album. The album is due to be released on the 6th of September.
SOURCES: Press Association; Image
The band will also be recording a new album in the future according to the 61 year old guitarist/lead singer.
Buckingham said that there have been "a lot of rumblings" about another band tour but that there are no specific dates set yet.
Buckingham has a solo tour coming up to support his solo album, Seeds We Sow, his 6th album. The album is due to be released on the 6th of September.
SOURCES: Press Association; Image
ACIDIC's 'Chronic Satisfaction' Album Review
Los Angeles based alternative rock band Acidic are known for their catchy electro rock tunes, and their new album does not disappoint. They are gearing up for the much anticipated release on September 20th. We here at Artists On Demand got the privilege to listen to the album early. The album, titled ‘Chronic Satisfaction’, is jammed packed with tunes that are sure to make any fan, or new listener, want more. Some of the tracks include ‘Uninspired’, ‘Her Walls Are Coming Down’, and ‘Goodbye’, among others.
Not only is the music good, but the album artwork is amazing and colorful. The fans are going to eat up this amazingly put together piece of musical artwork. Make sure to check it out when it is released towards the end of September and check them out online at www.acidicband.com
Colombiana: Bad? or Badass?
Alright, let's face it, a lot of action films these days are all about special effects, fast cars and no plot. However, Colombiana is a wonderful portrayal of a strong hispanic woman kicking ass and getting exactly what she wants: vengeance. There have been some differences in opinion released lately from many sources regarding the film quality of Colombiana starring Zoe Saldana and with the film's opening weekend approaching, I thought our readers should hear from a non-film critic what the movie is really like.
I had the privilege of attending a red carpet premiere in Miami, FL this past week where Zoe herself introduced the film and encouraged us to get the word out whether we enjoyed the movie or not. She's a strong believer in women being protrayed as "ballsy". Now, here's the bottom line, it's no Oscar contender; however, it was rather entertaining in the sense that it was action packed and actually kept me on the edge of my seat. There were a few things that did catch me off guard. For example, the poor acting of the supposed-to-be-Hispanic actors. As much as I loved his character in this film, Cliff Curtis' performance was cut short only because his Hispanic accent was so terrible and you could tell he was clearly not Hispanic at all. I think there are plenty of Hispanic actors that could've done the character more justice.
The movie is easy to follow, not hard on the eyes (Zoe is stunning along with her co-star Michael Vartan) and overall a fun cinematic adventure, but you can be the judge of that and let me know what you think.
Check out the trailer and make sure to catch it in theaters starting this weekend August 26th, 2011.
I had the privilege of attending a red carpet premiere in Miami, FL this past week where Zoe herself introduced the film and encouraged us to get the word out whether we enjoyed the movie or not. She's a strong believer in women being protrayed as "ballsy". Now, here's the bottom line, it's no Oscar contender; however, it was rather entertaining in the sense that it was action packed and actually kept me on the edge of my seat. There were a few things that did catch me off guard. For example, the poor acting of the supposed-to-be-Hispanic actors. As much as I loved his character in this film, Cliff Curtis' performance was cut short only because his Hispanic accent was so terrible and you could tell he was clearly not Hispanic at all. I think there are plenty of Hispanic actors that could've done the character more justice.
There was also a typo (only one that I saw) in the subtitles. Now, I'm not one for perfection, BUT, this is a feature film being released nation wide, the least they can do is proof read for grammatical errors before sending it out to theaters. These were the main things that probably irritated me the most. Overall, I put these pesky things behind me because the motion picture actually piqued my interest and was somwhat inspirational. It's rare to come across a film with a, dare I say it, BAD ASS main character who also happens to be a female. It's like Hollywood can't handle it, so they're scared to put it out there. The only other film that comes to mind is J.Lo's Enough released in 2002. And how could I forget the biggest surprise of all? It wouldn't be fair to write about this film and not mention the young, talented actress who portrays a young version of Zoe's character. Her name is Amandla Stenberg, and I am almost 100% certain that we'll be seeing great things from her in the future; some may even say she stole the movie.
The movie is easy to follow, not hard on the eyes (Zoe is stunning along with her co-star Michael Vartan) and overall a fun cinematic adventure, but you can be the judge of that and let me know what you think.
Check out the trailer and make sure to catch it in theaters starting this weekend August 26th, 2011.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Jim Carrey professed love for Emma Stone through video
In a video posted on his website on Wednesday, Jim Carrey professed his love to American actress Emma Stone.
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE.
In the video, Carrey went on to say, "Emma, I think you're all the way beautiful. Not just pretty, but smart and kind-hearted. And if I were a lot younger, I would marry you," Carrey tells her. "We would have chubby little freckle-faced kids, we'd laugh all day long, go camping and play Yahtzee. Tell ghost stories by the fire."
"And every day, for the rest of your life, you would thank God that I was the appropriate age for you," the actor continues. "But I'm not. I'm 49. I have lines on my face, sometimes a little gray in my beard, and it takes me a little bit longer to pee than it used to," Carrey added.
Stone, 22, is currently dating his Spider-Man co-star Andrew Garfield. Carrey has been married twice; first with Melissa Womer and then Lauren Holly. He is currently not dating anyone.
WATCH THE VIDEO HERE.
In the video, Carrey went on to say, "Emma, I think you're all the way beautiful. Not just pretty, but smart and kind-hearted. And if I were a lot younger, I would marry you," Carrey tells her. "We would have chubby little freckle-faced kids, we'd laugh all day long, go camping and play Yahtzee. Tell ghost stories by the fire."
"And every day, for the rest of your life, you would thank God that I was the appropriate age for you," the actor continues. "But I'm not. I'm 49. I have lines on my face, sometimes a little gray in my beard, and it takes me a little bit longer to pee than it used to," Carrey added.
Stone, 22, is currently dating his Spider-Man co-star Andrew Garfield. Carrey has been married twice; first with Melissa Womer and then Lauren Holly. He is currently not dating anyone.
SOURCES: US Magazine; Jim Carrey Tru Life
"Glee" covers David Bowie
Glee gang covers David Bowie's Fashion to promote Fashion Night Out:
Fashion Night Out is a September 8th even sponsored by the fashion industry, encouraging shopping! (Who doesn't like that?)
The Glee gang including Jane Lynch appear in the video so as Chord Overstreet who was reported to have left the show.
Darren Criss (Blaine) and Harry Shum (Mike) on the other hand were said to have been upgraded to full-time series regulars and fans can see a lot of them this fall as season 3 starts airing this September.
Fashion Night Out is a September 8th even sponsored by the fashion industry, encouraging shopping! (Who doesn't like that?)
The Glee gang including Jane Lynch appear in the video so as Chord Overstreet who was reported to have left the show.
Darren Criss (Blaine) and Harry Shum (Mike) on the other hand were said to have been upgraded to full-time series regulars and fans can see a lot of them this fall as season 3 starts airing this September.
SOURCE: E Online
"Hound Dog" composer Jerry Leiber died at 78
The man behind one of Elvis Presley's hits, Jerry Leiber, died at age 78.
Leiber is part of the songwriting duo Leiber and Stoller. The duo wrote the song Hound Dog, The King's first number one hit.
Leiber and Stoller also wrote for artists like the Coasters, the Drifters, and Ben E. King.
According to Randy Poe, president of the songwriter's music publishing company, Leiber died of cardiopulmonary failuer on Monday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Leiber was married and divorced twice. He is survived by his sons, Jed, Oliver, and Jake; two grandchildren and a sister.
Leiber is part of the songwriting duo Leiber and Stoller. The duo wrote the song Hound Dog, The King's first number one hit.
Leiber and Stoller also wrote for artists like the Coasters, the Drifters, and Ben E. King.
According to Randy Poe, president of the songwriter's music publishing company, Leiber died of cardiopulmonary failuer on Monday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Leiber was married and divorced twice. He is survived by his sons, Jed, Oliver, and Jake; two grandchildren and a sister.
SOURCES: LA Times; Image
Mariah Carey returns to music...
It has been confirmed this week that veteran pop star, and new mom to twins, Mariah Carey will join the US version of the hit talent show The X Factor.
Unfortunately for fans, she will not be a judge, instead she will be the mentor for creator Simon Cowell's team. Each judge comes with a professional mentor to assist them with the development of each singer's talents.
The X Factor originated in the UK and has quickly become a hit format in many countries including the US, Australia, Armenia, Germany, Russia and New Zealand.
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Unfortunately for fans, she will not be a judge, instead she will be the mentor for creator Simon Cowell's team. Each judge comes with a professional mentor to assist them with the development of each singer's talents.
The X Factor originated in the UK and has quickly become a hit format in many countries including the US, Australia, Armenia, Germany, Russia and New Zealand.
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Sunday, August 21, 2011
Tarsem Singh's "Immortals"
Indian director Tarsem Singh, a visionary genius, has a film coming up titled Immortals.
With the film 300's producer behind this project, I dare say one can expect a lot more from this film. Singh is known for his rich visuals and vibrant storytelling as we can see in his previous masterpieces The Fall and The Cell.
Eons after the Gods won their mythic struggle against the Titans, a new evil threatens the land. Mad with power, King Hyperion (Mickey Rourke) has declared war against humanity. Amassing a bloodthirsty army of soldiers disfigured by his own hand, Hyperion has scorched Greece in search of the legendary Epirus Bow, a weapon of unimaginable power forged in the heavens by Ares. Only he who possesses this bow can unleash the Titans, who have been imprisoned deep within the walls of Mount Tartaros since the dawn of time and thirst for revenge. In the king's hands, the bow would rain destruction upon mankind and annihilate the Gods. But ancient law dictates the Gods must not intervene in man's conflict. They remain powerless to stop Hyperion...until a peasant named Theseus (Henry Cavill) comes forth as their only hope. Secretly chosen by Zeus, Theseus must save his people from Hyperion and his hordes... (IMDb)
Singh is also on a much awaited project, an Untitled Snow White Project starring Sean Bean, Julia Roberts, Lilly Collins, Armie Hammer, and Nathan Lane. The film's release date is March 16th, 2012.
Immortals comes out to theaters in the United States on November 11th, 2011. The film stars Henry Cavill, Stephen Dorff, Luke Evans, Isabel Lucas, Kellan Lutz, Freida Pinto, and Mickey Rourke with Vlas Parlapanides and Charley Parlapanides on screenplay.
SOURCES: YouTube; IMDb; Image
With the film 300's producer behind this project, I dare say one can expect a lot more from this film. Singh is known for his rich visuals and vibrant storytelling as we can see in his previous masterpieces The Fall and The Cell.
Eons after the Gods won their mythic struggle against the Titans, a new evil threatens the land. Mad with power, King Hyperion (Mickey Rourke) has declared war against humanity. Amassing a bloodthirsty army of soldiers disfigured by his own hand, Hyperion has scorched Greece in search of the legendary Epirus Bow, a weapon of unimaginable power forged in the heavens by Ares. Only he who possesses this bow can unleash the Titans, who have been imprisoned deep within the walls of Mount Tartaros since the dawn of time and thirst for revenge. In the king's hands, the bow would rain destruction upon mankind and annihilate the Gods. But ancient law dictates the Gods must not intervene in man's conflict. They remain powerless to stop Hyperion...until a peasant named Theseus (Henry Cavill) comes forth as their only hope. Secretly chosen by Zeus, Theseus must save his people from Hyperion and his hordes... (IMDb)
Singh is also on a much awaited project, an Untitled Snow White Project starring Sean Bean, Julia Roberts, Lilly Collins, Armie Hammer, and Nathan Lane. The film's release date is March 16th, 2012.
Immortals comes out to theaters in the United States on November 11th, 2011. The film stars Henry Cavill, Stephen Dorff, Luke Evans, Isabel Lucas, Kellan Lutz, Freida Pinto, and Mickey Rourke with Vlas Parlapanides and Charley Parlapanides on screenplay.
SOURCES: YouTube; IMDb; Image
New clips from the horror film "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark"
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark is a brand new horror film written by Matthew Robbins (The Sugarland Express) and Guillermo del Toro (Pan's Labyrinth) and the first full-length film of Troy Nixey.
The film is a remake of the 1973 ABC horror film of the same title made for television.
The film tells the story of Sally (Bailee Madison), her father Alex (Guy Pearce), and hi girlfriend Kim (Katie Holmes) who all moved in to a house Alex is renovating intending to sell it in the future.
Sally one day finds a hidden basement in the house where a sealed fireplace is located. And this is when things starts to happen...
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark also stars Alan Dale, Jack Thompson, Eliza Taylor Cotter, and Nicholas Bell. It is set to be released on August 26th, 2011 in the United States.
First new clip:
Second new clip.
The film is a remake of the 1973 ABC horror film of the same title made for television.
The film tells the story of Sally (Bailee Madison), her father Alex (Guy Pearce), and hi girlfriend Kim (Katie Holmes) who all moved in to a house Alex is renovating intending to sell it in the future.
Sally one day finds a hidden basement in the house where a sealed fireplace is located. And this is when things starts to happen...
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark also stars Alan Dale, Jack Thompson, Eliza Taylor Cotter, and Nicholas Bell. It is set to be released on August 26th, 2011 in the United States.
First new clip:
Second new clip.
SOURCE: CinemaBlend
Pixar released Burton's new film's logo
Pixar released a logo for Tim Burton's Frankenweenie on Saturday. The film is an adaptation of Burton's own work which dated back in 1984. The short film with the same name is about a man who reanimates his pet dog after it gets hit by a car.
Burton is creating full-length film stop-motion feature based on his short film. It will be released on October 5th, 2012.
Burton's short, Frankenweenie (1984) can be viewed on YouTube which are divided in first, second, and third part.
Burton is creating full-length film stop-motion feature based on his short film. It will be released on October 5th, 2012.
Burton's short, Frankenweenie (1984) can be viewed on YouTube which are divided in first, second, and third part.
SOURCES: Ropeofsilicon; YouTube
"The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn" honeymoon pics
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 is coming to theaters on November 18th while the second and last part in the Twilight series will be coming out next year.
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn is directed by Bill Condon with screenplay by Melissa Rosenberg stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner. Melissa Rosenberg
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn is directed by Bill Condon with screenplay by Melissa Rosenberg stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner. Melissa Rosenberg
SOURCE: MSN Movies UK
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Girlfriend Auction to Benefit the Spencer Bell Endowment Fund
Jerad and Kristina Lauren Anderson, of Wayne/Lauren Film Company have donated a premium GIRLFRIEND package for auction to benefit the Spencer Bell Endowment Fund at the University of Michigan.
The auction package includes:
Two (2) Friday/Saturday show tickets to SBL in Auburn Hills
Two (2) tickets to the Girlfriend screening in Auburn Hills
Accommodations for two at the Auburn Hills Wingate for Friday/Saturday night
A gift basket containing:
One GIRLFRIEND DVD
One GIRLFRIEND Soundtrack CD (physical CD); plus a digital download
One Limited-Edition GIRLFRIEND PhotoBook
One GIRLFRIEND movie poster printed on high-quality metallic paper
(this poster is *not* available for purchase - only 3 others currently exist.)
Random goodness...and a surprise or two!
If bidding hits $1,000+, a second DVD, Soundtrack, Poster
and PhotoBook will be added.
Bidding will close at 11:59 p.m., EST on August 31st.
Basket to be claimed in person at SBL.
Bidding will be hosted on www.Unofficial100MonkeysFans.com
100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Spencer Bell Endowment Fund.
Happy bidding!
Friday, August 19, 2011
"Bridget Jones" is back!
Entertainment Weekly reported that the granny-knicker wearing Bridget Jones will be back as the third film in the series has been signed and sealed.
The first film in the series adapted from English author, Helen Fielding's book of the same title- Bridget Jones' Diary was released in 2001 and was directed by Sharon Maguire. Hugh Grant (Daniel Cleaver) and Colin Firth (Mark Darcy) starred alongside Renée Zellwegger (Briget Jones.) The second film in the series - Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason-was released in 2004 with Zellwegger, Firth, and Grant reprising their roles and was directed by Beeban Kidron.
The third film in the series will be under Working Title Films, the same production company responsible for the first two Bridget Jones films. There are no other details available as of now and no confirmation whether Zellweger and/or his co-stars, Firth and Grant will be reprising their roles.
SOURCES: Movies.UK.MSN; EW; Image
The first film in the series adapted from English author, Helen Fielding's book of the same title- Bridget Jones' Diary was released in 2001 and was directed by Sharon Maguire. Hugh Grant (Daniel Cleaver) and Colin Firth (Mark Darcy) starred alongside Renée Zellwegger (Briget Jones.) The second film in the series - Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason-was released in 2004 with Zellwegger, Firth, and Grant reprising their roles and was directed by Beeban Kidron.
The third film in the series will be under Working Title Films, the same production company responsible for the first two Bridget Jones films. There are no other details available as of now and no confirmation whether Zellweger and/or his co-stars, Firth and Grant will be reprising their roles.
SOURCES: Movies.UK.MSN; EW; Image
A duet by Cher and Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga and Cher are said to have collaborated on a duet.
The two American artists who are loved by millions of fans all over the world have recorded a ballad duet written by Lady Gaga. Cher, the 65-year old multi-award recording artist confirmed this news on her Twitter account.
The duet which Cher confirmed is due to come out this September will be the first single in her 26th album to be released later this year.
Cher and Lady Gaga met at the 2010 MTV Awards when Cher presented Lady Gaga her award for Video of the Year for the song Bad Romance.
SOURCES: Press Association via Yahoo!UK; Image
The two American artists who are loved by millions of fans all over the world have recorded a ballad duet written by Lady Gaga. Cher, the 65-year old multi-award recording artist confirmed this news on her Twitter account.
The duet which Cher confirmed is due to come out this September will be the first single in her 26th album to be released later this year.
Cher and Lady Gaga met at the 2010 MTV Awards when Cher presented Lady Gaga her award for Video of the Year for the song Bad Romance.
SOURCES: Press Association via Yahoo!UK; Image
Bonham Carter and Nesson to guest star in BBC's "Life's Too Short"
Adding to the list of top notch actors guest starring in Ricky Gervais' (The Office UK) new series Life's Too Short are English actress Helena Bonham Carter and Irish actor Liam Neeson.
Gervais' new creation is a comedy about a dwarft actor (Warwick Davis) who runs a talent agency for fellow dwarves.
The series will be aired on BBC Two in Britain later this year and on HBO in United States in 2012, according to reports.
As previously reported Pirates of Caribbean's Johnny Depp and American comedian Steve Carell will also be guest starring in Gervais' series.
SOURCES: Reuters via Yahoo!UK; Image
Gervais' new creation is a comedy about a dwarft actor (Warwick Davis) who runs a talent agency for fellow dwarves.
The series will be aired on BBC Two in Britain later this year and on HBO in United States in 2012, according to reports.
As previously reported Pirates of Caribbean's Johnny Depp and American comedian Steve Carell will also be guest starring in Gervais' series.
SOURCES: Reuters via Yahoo!UK; Image
Ryan Kwanten's 'Griff the Invisible' Movie Review
Ryan Kwanten has swooned girls for the past few years by playing the loveable Jason Stackhouse on True Blood. His role on ‘superhero-esque’ movie Griff the Invisible shows him in quite a different light. Griff, who is your average Joe in the office by day, suits up in his rubber super suit at night and goes looking for crime to bring to a screeching halt.
Griff’s family think he’s crazy, including brother Tim, who wishes that Griff would just give up his childlike fantasies and live a normal adult life. Tim’s completely opposite, slightly neurotic, new girlfriend seems to have an inner bond with Griff. The movie tells the story of family differences, security, and love, with comedy thrown into the mix.
Although we wouldn’t put it up next for an Oscar, Griff the Invisible allows the viewer to escape from their own reality and take a run on the wild side, while enjoying some laughs along the way. We would gladly add Griff the Invisible to our list of good indie films to pick up for a movie night with friends. The guys will like the comedy and action, while the girls will eat up the romance and drama. An all around good movie for the entire family.
First trailer for "Underworld: Awakening"
English actress Kate Beckinsale is back as vampire Selene in the new Underworld film.
This time, Selene will not be battling Lycans and her own species but humans and something that is far stronger than Lycans and Vampires.
Underwolrd: Awakening is the fourth in the Underworld series. The first film titled Underworld came out back in 2003 followed by Underwolrd: Evolution in 2006 then a prequel Underworld: Rise of the Lycans in 2009. The vampire/werewolf themed film were directed by Len Wiseman and Patrick Tatopoulos however the fourth film is by Måns Mårlind, Björn Stein (Shelter.)
The new trailer below is the first of the four sneek peeks. Aside from giving us what have become of Selene after Underworld: Evolution where she was last seen, the preview also introduces us to Theo James's (Bedlam) vampire character, David:
Underwolrd: Awakening also stars Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), Stephen Rea (The Crying Game), and Michel Ealy (Takers.) The film is set to be released in U.S. theaters on January 20th, 2012.
This time, Selene will not be battling Lycans and her own species but humans and something that is far stronger than Lycans and Vampires.
Underwolrd: Awakening is the fourth in the Underworld series. The first film titled Underworld came out back in 2003 followed by Underwolrd: Evolution in 2006 then a prequel Underworld: Rise of the Lycans in 2009. The vampire/werewolf themed film were directed by Len Wiseman and Patrick Tatopoulos however the fourth film is by Måns Mårlind, Björn Stein (Shelter.)
The new trailer below is the first of the four sneek peeks. Aside from giving us what have become of Selene after Underworld: Evolution where she was last seen, the preview also introduces us to Theo James's (Bedlam) vampire character, David:
Underwolrd: Awakening also stars Charles Dance (Game of Thrones), Stephen Rea (The Crying Game), and Michel Ealy (Takers.) The film is set to be released in U.S. theaters on January 20th, 2012.
New trailer for Daniel Radcliffe's new film "The Woman in Black"
Here's a new trailer for English actor Daniel Radcliffe's new film, The Woman in Black:
Second trailer:
The film follows the story of a young lawyer, Arthur Kipps who traveled to a remote village and discovered the ghost of a scorned woman set on vengeance.
The Woman in Black is directed by James Watkins, writer/director of 2008 film Eden Lake with Jack O'Connell (Skins UK) and Michael Fassbender (X-Men: First Class), and Kelly Reilly (L'Auberge Espagnole.)
Based on the trailer(s), this flick is really spooky. If you enjoy a good creepy, dark film, then this is a film for you. Plus Radcliffe looked so grown-up in it!
Daniel Radcliffe as Arthur Kipps in The Woman in Black.
The film also stars Ciarán Hinds and Janet McTeer and is scheduled to be released on February 3rd, 2012.
First trailer:
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Michael Kors marries long-time partner, LePere
American fashion designer Michael Kors finally tied the knot with his long-time partner, Lance LePere.
According to Women's Wear Daily, the couple married on Tuesday in Southampton in New York.
Southampton Mayor Mark Epley married Kors and LePere in a private ceremony on Dune Beach.
Kors and LePere met back in 1990 when LePere worked as an intern for Kors' company.
"To marry someone as wonderful and special to me as Lance barefoot on a glorious beach is more than I could have dreamed of," Kors said to Women's Wear Daily.
SOURCES: People; Image (Clint Spaulding/PatrickMcMullan/Sipa)
According to Women's Wear Daily, the couple married on Tuesday in Southampton in New York.
Southampton Mayor Mark Epley married Kors and LePere in a private ceremony on Dune Beach.
Kors and LePere met back in 1990 when LePere worked as an intern for Kors' company.
"To marry someone as wonderful and special to me as Lance barefoot on a glorious beach is more than I could have dreamed of," Kors said to Women's Wear Daily.
SOURCES: People; Image (Clint Spaulding/PatrickMcMullan/Sipa)
"House M.D." star and "Arrested Development" actor engaged
American actress Amber Tambyn known for her part in the film Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants just got engaged with her long time boyfriend, Arrested Development actor, David Cross.
This will be the first marriage Tambyn and Cross who were rumored to have started dating in April of 2008 but did not officialy admitted it until the 2009.
Tambyn who is now 28 years old is currently starring opposite Hugh Laurie on House M.D. Cross, 47, on the other hand is strarring in the British-American comedy TV series titled The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret.
The couple has yet to release any details about their engagement and their wedding date.
SOURCES: US Magazine; Image
This will be the first marriage Tambyn and Cross who were rumored to have started dating in April of 2008 but did not officialy admitted it until the 2009.
Tambyn who is now 28 years old is currently starring opposite Hugh Laurie on House M.D. Cross, 47, on the other hand is strarring in the British-American comedy TV series titled The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret.
The couple has yet to release any details about their engagement and their wedding date.
SOURCES: US Magazine; Image
Finally revealed: "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn" poster
Technically, this The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 poster isn't all
that new, according to MTV News' Hollywood Crush. A similar poster
featuring the whole cast of the film was shown at the Comic-Con last month.
that new, according to MTV News' Hollywood Crush. A similar poster
featuring the whole cast of the film was shown at the Comic-Con last month.
SOURCE: OKMagazine
Co-Creator of Artists On Demand, Nikki Moore, Interview
What made you and Vicky decide to start Artists On Demand?
Vicky and I were having a normal conversation one day, a few years ago and she happened to mention that we should start an online radio show. We were heavily involved with 100 Monkeys and their fan club at the time, along with Spencer Bell Legacy so having our own radio show where we could promote these two bands was ideal.
Not to mention, we both love Indie music and a few years ago the industry was right on the cusp of letting these bands on mainstream radio. It wasn’t happening fast enough for us so we created Artists On Demand. It was a place where our friends and us could talk about the music we liked and others could join in.
What are your biggest passions in life?
I have quite a few passions in life, music being the biggest. I’ve spent years around musicians, concerts etc…I’ve surrounded myself with people who play music independently and people who love music just as much as I do. I really want to represent the little guy, the artists and bands who can’t catch a break. I feel like I’ve overcome some of these issues in my personal life so why not pay it forward?
Artists On Demand has grown quite a bit over the last couple years. How does it make you feel to see your listenership and popularity growing?
Honestly, the whole thing makes me emotional. It’s so rewarding to see this seed of an idea grow into such an amazing flower, you know? It’s perplexing to me when people talk about AOD from a fan’s perspective because in my mind it’s still the little show that could…that little radio show run by friends who did one show a week. I’m very honored to be associated with such an amazing group of ladies and the show.
Where do you hope to see Artists On Demand go over the next couple years?
I would love to see us go viral. Maybe a show on XM/Sirius radio or a platform where we can reach even more people than we do now! It would be amazing to travel, get one on one interviews from backstage at various shows. The possibilities are endless but mostly, I’d love to see us all succeed at whatever life happens to throw at us.
What is the most shocking thing to date that has happened to you being part of Artists On Demand?
The most shocking thing? That will always be interviewing Bryan White. He is someone I adore and he has been there for me indirectly through his music for over eleven years. I was blown away by his humbleness, the same level of humbleness I viewed in him when I was sixteen and meeting him for the first time.
What five musical guests would you recommend everyone listen to?
I recommend you listen to them all. I will give you my top two… Ian Axel and Bryan White.
What are your tips for musicians and artists that want to submit to be on Artists On Demand?
Be persistent, send us your stuff and make it happen! That’s how we’ve gotten this far so the formula works. Oh and contact Kristin, the Program Manager Queen.
Anything you can spill on what is to come in the near future on Artists On Demand?
No details BUT, there are some very big things in our future. Like any good things in life, it takes time, patience and money. You haven’t seen the last of AOD and the powerhouse team of ladies who run the show. We’re here to stay!
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