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30 Seconds To Mars' This Is War Preview: A Huge, Open Expanse
2 hours ago
Band's new LP is massive and shiny, but also cold and empty, in Bigger Than the Sound.
30 Seconds to Mars
Photo: Emi Music
Here is the best way I can describe 30 Seconds To Mars' This Is War, an album born out of rather intense struggles and big ideas, one loaded with icy synths and screaming falcons, epic chorales and windswept sonic expanses (and the occasional Tibetan Monk): Listening to it is like being inside a gigantic silver weather balloon, one ascending into the upper reaches of the stratosphere. It is massive and shiny and beautiful, but also cold and empty.
That's not meant to be a slight — actually the opposite. War is a shimmering epic of an album, to be certain, but as is often the case when big rock bands strive to go even bigger with their sound (the most obvious example I can think »
Wale Finally Releases Debut Album, Attention Deficit
2 hours ago
But fans on Twitter complain record isn't available at local retailers.
Tim Kash and Wale
Photo: MTV News
Tuesday marked the release of Wale's debut album, Attention Deficit, and the D.C. Mc has built enough of a Twitter following that he's been able to stand toe-to-toe with the release of the "Call of Duty" video game and the Twilight sequel, "New Moon", in terms of trending topics. Wale has over 100,000 followers with whom he regularly engages.
Every day millions of Twitter users tweet about a variety of topics from sports to music to current events. But every now and then, enough users jump behind a certain topic to cause it to trend, otherwise known as Trending Topics. Mixed amongst those topics Tuesday — and ranked above them in many instances — was #attentiondeficit.
Despite Wale's popularity on Twitter, his album's release has confronted some obstacles. Fans have been »
Rihanna 'Loves, Loves, Loves' Young Jeezy's Verse On 'Hard'
2 hours ago
Plus, Clipse talk about incarceration of their manager, in Mixtape Daily.
By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Rahman Dukes, Sway Calloway and Jayson Rodriguez
Rihanna
Photo: MTV News
Celebrity Favorites
"Yeah, yeah, yeah!" When somebody is as consistent as Young Jeezy, it's tough to say he's in a zone. That's just him. The Snowman brings it repeatedly. ("Bag Music" is kinda sick too, by the way.) Singer Rihanna praised his work on her new record "Hard."
"When I first heard the song, I was in Paris," Rihanna said earlier this week of the track, which was written by The-Dream and produced by Tricky Stewart. "Dream and Tricky, they flew out and played me the record. They played me a few [songs], but this one stuck out to me. It had such an arrogance to it, which is so far from who I am ... which is part of why I wanted to do it. »
30 Seconds To Mars' This Is War Preview: A Huge, Open Expanse
2 hours ago
Band's new LP is massive and shiny, but also cold and empty, in Bigger Than the Sound.
30 Seconds to Mars
Photo: Emi Music
Here is the best way I can describe 30 Seconds To Mars' This Is War, an album born out of rather intense struggles and big ideas, one loaded with icy synths and screaming falcons, epic chorales and windswept sonic expanses (and the occasional Tibetan Monk): Listening to it is like being inside a gigantic silver weather balloon, one ascending into the upper reaches of the stratosphere. It is massive and shiny and beautiful, but also cold and empty.
That's not meant to be a slight — actually the opposite. War is a shimmering epic of an album, to be certain, but as is often the case when big rock bands strive to go even bigger with their sound (the most obvious example I can think »
Wale Finally Releases Debut Album, Attention Deficit
2 hours ago
But fans on Twitter complain record isn't available at local retailers.
Tim Kash and Wale
Photo: MTV News
Tuesday marked the release of Wale's debut album, Attention Deficit, and the D.C. Mc has built enough of a Twitter following that he's been able to stand toe-to-toe with the release of the "Call of Duty" video game and the Twilight sequel, "New Moon", in terms of trending topics. Wale has over 100,000 followers with whom he regularly engages.
Every day millions of Twitter users tweet about a variety of topics from sports to music to current events. But every now and then, enough users jump behind a certain topic to cause it to trend, otherwise known as Trending Topics. Mixed amongst those topics Tuesday — and ranked above them in many instances — was #attentiondeficit.
Despite Wale's popularity on Twitter, his album's release has confronted some obstacles. Fans have been »
Rihanna 'Loves, Loves, Loves' Young Jeezy's Verse On 'Hard'
2 hours ago
Plus, Clipse talk about incarceration of their manager, in Mixtape Daily.
By Shaheem Reid, with additional reporting by Rahman Dukes, Sway Calloway and Jayson Rodriguez
The Clipse
Photo: Koch
Celebrity Favorites
"Yeah, yeah, yeah!" When somebody is as consistent as Young Jeezy, it's tough to say he's in a zone. That's just him. The Snowman brings it repeatedly. ("Bag Music" is kinda sick too, by the way.) Singer Rihanna praised his work on her new record "Hard."
"When I first heard the song, I was in Paris," Rihanna said earlier this week of the track, which was written by The-Dream and produced by Tricky Stewart. "Dream and Tricky, they flew out and played me the record. They played me a few [songs], but this one stuck out to me. It had such an arrogance to it, which is so far from who I am ... which is part of why I wanted to do it. »
Rihanna 'Knows' Chris Brown Will Get 'Something Positive From This Experience'
20 hours ago
'The best way that we can both win is if we come out learning from it,' she tells MTV News.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Sway Calloway
Rihanna
Photo: MTV News
New York — Rihanna has been forthcoming and revealing during interviews when discussing Chris Brown and the aftermath of his assault on her earlier this year. She has emphasized her desire that the assault be a learning experience for her fans and young women in particular.
Rihanna told MTV News that she also hoped Brown could take something away from the situation.
"I know that he's going to take away something positive about this entire experience," Rihanna told Sway on Monday. "It was a life-changing experience for both of us. The best way that we can both win is if we come out learning from it and sharing with others, so they don't have to go through it like we did. »
Adam Lambert Would Consider Acting Again -- After Album Release
21 hours ago
Musical-theater vet says he'd 'love to be a part of a film.'
By Jocelyn Vena
Photo: Jeff Vespa/ WireImage
Adam Lambert is still a couple of weeks away from releasing his major-label debut, For Your Entertainment, but already he's considering other career options. In fact, Lambert would love to go back to Hollywood. But this time instead of competing on the "American Idol" stage, he would love to see his face on the silver screen.
"[Acting] is something that I've done a lot over the past eight or 10 years," he told the Philippine Daily Inquirer. "If the opportunity came up and it was the right thing, I would love to be a part of a film. Right now, I am going to try to work on the album first. One thing at a time."
Lambert, who was making a name for himself in the L.A. musical theater »
Aerosmith Looking For New Singer To Replace Steven Tyler
22 hours ago
Joe Perry confirms rumor via Twitter.
Aerosmith's Steven Tyler
Photo: Jason Merritt/ FilmMagic.com
Over the past few days, rumors have been rampant that frontman Steven Tyler has left Aerosmith to pursue a solo career. The only problem was, no one associated with the band seemed to be willing to confirm those rumors.
But late Monday, there's news that not only is Tyler out of the band he helmed for nearly 40 years, but Aerosmith plan on searching for a new singer to replace him.
That's according to guitarist Joe Perry, who took to his Twitter account on Monday evening to let fans know that "Aerosmith is definitely Not breaking up ... one of the members is doing his own thing and said so in the press."
That last line was in reference to a recent interview Tyler gave to British magazine Classic Rock, in which he said he »
Katt Williams Released On Bail Following Weekend Arrest
22 hours ago
Comedian free on $41,150 bond after being charged with burglary in Georgia.
By Gil Kaufman
Photo: Larry Marano/ Getty Images
After being charged with burglary and criminal trespassing in Coweta County, Georgia, on Sunday, comedian Katt Williams was released on $41,150 bond on Monday afternoon, according to TMZ. The "Wild 'N Out" alumnus reportedly had a crowbar when he entered a home in Newman, Georgia, from which he allegedly stole $3,555 in jewelry and collectible coins.
A lawyer for the comedian (born Micah Williams) told TMZ that his client had been staying at the home of producer Barry Hankerson while filming a movie in the area. Attorney William Briggs added that his client was involved in a dispute with one of Hankerson's employees, who fabricated the incident, Briggs claimed.
In a recording of a 911 call obtained by TMZ, the home owner, Daniel Broach, says Williams wouldn't let him leave and "threatened to beat me up. »
Robin Thicke Hoping To Get Lil Wayne On Sex Therapy
22 hours ago
'We're kind of good luck charms for each other,' singer says of frequent collaborator Weezy.
By Jocelyn Vena
Photo: CBS
Robin Thicke is no stranger to working with Lil Wayne: The two have already collaborated a few times. Now the singer, who is currently putting the finishing touches on his December release, Sex Therapy, is hoping to get Wayne on another song in the very near future.
"I'm just finishing it and I'm gonna send the album to Wayne to see if he wants to be [on it] 'cause he's been on my last two albums and I've been on his last two," he said.
Thicke and Wayne first collaborated on "Shooter" and "All Night Long," then hooked up again for "Tie My Hands."
"We're kind of good luck charms for each other," he said. "So I definitely want to get him on there to keep the good luck alive. »
Lil Boosie Sentenced To Four Years For Probation Violation
23 hours ago
Rapper must go to prison immediately after reportedly leaving home during house arrest.
By Gil Kaufman
Lil Boosie
Photo: Frank Micelotta/ Getty Images
A Louisiana judge sentenced rapper Lil Boosie (born Torrence Hatch) to prison for four years on Monday for violating the terms of his probation. According to Wafb News, District Court Judge Chip Moore revoked Boosie's probation after an ankle monitor indicated that the Mc had violated the terms of his release more than once by leaving his home during house arrest.
After taking a plea deal to a third-offense marijuana-possession charge in September, Boosie, 25, was expected to receive a 10-year sentence with all but the first two years suspended, likely keeping him behind bars for a year or so.
Boosie was convicted on drug and gun charges in September in connection with an October 2008 arrest when police found a bag of marijuana, a blunt and a gun »
Rihanna Shouts Out Maya Angelou, Her Mom At Glamour Awards
23 hours ago
Singer jokes and tears up as she accepts Woman of the Year award.
By Jocelyn Vena
Rihanna arrives at <i>Glamour'</i>s Women of the Year Awards on Monday
Photo: Michael Loccisano/ Getty Images
After a week in which all eyes were on her revealing interview with Diane Sawyer, Rihanna was funny and confident on the stage Monday night, when she accepted the Glamour Woman of the Year Award in New York.
After Iman's introduction of the fashionable singer, Rihanna began her speech (which can be seen in this YouTube video) by brushing tears from her eyes and saying, "I'm PMSed, sorry." She then went on to joke about her striking ivory Stephane Rolland gown: "As usual, I decided to wear the tightest dress I could find!
"I am shaking right now — I am so nervous, but overwhelmed and honored ... to be Glamour's Woman of the Year," she continued, noting that fellow winner Maya Angelou, »
Lil Wayne's Rebirth Due Out December 15
10 November 2009 6:14 AM, PST
After several delays, Universal gives official release date for long-awaited rock album.
By Gil Kaufman
Lil Wayne
Photo: Bryan Bedder/ Getty Images
The wait is ova. No, not that one. After months of delays and rescheduled street dates, Lil Wayne's new album, Rebirth, finally has an official release date. According to Billboard.com, the disc long rumored to be Wayne's "rock" album will drop on December 15.
The album will come on the heels of his just-released No Ceilings mixtape. And while there has been some confusion about just how much actual rocking Wayne will do on it— he does appear on the new Weezer album — the rapper recently told Billboard that he does indeed bang his head on Rebirth.
"Yes, the album is still rock," he said. "I play guitar on 80 percent of the songs, and there's a lot of rock influences and rock beats. I also have Travis Barker on the album. »
Lady Gaga Fans React To 'Bad Romance' Video
10 November 2009 5:49 AM, PST
'I love how her costumes are all crazy, but that's just how she is,' one fan says.
By James Dinh
Lady Gaga in the "Bad Romance" video
Photo: Interscope/Universal
After a week of anticipation, Lady Gaga's new music video, "Bad Romance," finally premiered on the singer's official Web site. MTV News ventured outside the office and into streets of Times Square to see what people thought of the latest visual extravaganza from the pop singer.
One fan, Kerrianne De'Alessandro, took notice of the detailed glam and fashion of the video. "I loved her outfits again — her hair and her nails were so cool. They had, like, lace on them," she said.
And whether it's the singer's high-end fashion or her eccentric dance moves, many enjoyed the video for being different and essentially a representation of who she is. "I love how her costumes are all crazy, but that's just how she is, »
Watch Robin Thicke And Jay-z Make Magic On 'Meiple (Me I Play)'
10 November 2009 5:07 AM, PST
R&B singer releases video footage of himself in the studio with Jay-z.
By Jocelyn Vena
Robin Thicke and Jay-z
Photo: G. Banks
In new footage featuring Robin Thicke and Jay-z in the studio for on Thicke's track, "Meiplé (Me I Play)," the two are seen working out the perfect way for Jay to deliver his line: "Black Brigitte Bardot, Beyoncé."
Jay raps about Saint Tropez, champagne and beautiful women in the track, which is set to appear on Thicke's upcoming Sex Therapy album. In the footage, Thicke is at the boards, producing the track, as he and Jay decide Hov needs to double his voice on "Beyoncé" for a dreamier effect.
"When you say it like that, you can see how beautiful she is when she walks in the room," Thicke tells Jay. The two share high fives as everyone in the room seems to agree that they finally got it just right. »
Rihanna Album Preview: Rated R Is Her 'Mini-Movie'
10 November 2009 4:45 AM, PST
'It's really honest,' singer says of her 'vulnerable' new LP.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with additional reporting by Sway Calloway
Photo: Akshay Bhansali / MTV News
New York — Rihanna has broken her silence regarding Chris Brown's February assault against her in a recent series of interviews, and the singer told MTV News that her album will have a mix of songs detailing the "roller coaster" of emotions she's experienced in the past nine months.
"It's my mini-movie," Rihanna said about her forthcoming album. "It's really honest, at times vulnerable, but it came from really, really deep in here [points to heart]. I just feel like I had to call it Rated R, 'cause it's my movie."
MTV News previewed the album on Tuesday (November 10) and Rihanna's description is certainly accurate.
After the intro, Rated R kick starts with "Wait Your Turn" and the Young Jeezy-assisted "Hard." The material matches the artwork »
Rihanna Tells MTV News She Ushered In A 'New Era' At Jay-z Concert
10 November 2009 3:50 AM, PST
'There are a lot of butterflies, a lot of excitement,' she says of returning to music after Chris Brown assault.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Sway Calloway
Rihanna
Photo: Akshay Bhansali / MTV News
New York — Rihanna joined Jay-z onstage Sunday night in Los Angeles to sing "Run This Town" and her Young Jeezy-assisted track "Hard." While it wasn't her first performance since she was assaulted by then-boyfriend Chris Brown in February, it did mark the first time she's performed any new material from the upcoming Rated R album.
Rihanna told MTV News on Monday that she was ushering in a "new era" at the concert.
"There are a lot of butterflies, a lot of excitement," Rihanna said about her return to music. "I'm anxious. Like, I can't wait. But you're always nervous, because you're about to go do something big. It's a new thing, a new era. »
Britney Spears' The Singles Collection Hits Stores Today
10 November 2009 3:50 AM, PST
Her latest greatest-hits package also includes new single '3.'
By Jocelyn Vena
Britney Spears in her "3" video
Photo: Jive
From the tender age of 16, Britney Spears has been one of the biggest pop stars of her generation. She's proven that even when she's down, she can still make a comeback. On the greatest-hits compilation The Singles Collection — out Tuesday (November 9), but a deluxe version will drop November 23 — fans can revisit their favorite hits in Spears' catalog.
The album includes " ... Baby One More Time," "(You Drive Me) Crazy (The Stop Remix!)," "I'm a Slave 4 U," Toxic" and "Oops! ... I Did It Again" to name a few. The album also features her latest single, "3," the video for which premiered on her site last week.
"When I see her on set, she's extremely professional, and it's a job," video director and frequent collaborator Joseph Kahn told MTV News about working with the pop star over the years. »
Oj Da Juiceman Reveals Mixtape With Gucci Mane, Waka Flocka Flame
10 November 2009 3:50 AM, PST
'Waka, he's crunk,' Oj tells Mixtape Daily of the new Brick Squad member.
By Shaheem Reid
Gucci Mane and Oj Da Juiceman
Photo: Asylum
The O.D.: A Mixtape Daily Exclusive
Oj Da Juiceman smiles with a gold-tooth grin when asked who has more mixtapes: him or his brother in arms, Gucci Mane.
"I'm at 25 or 26 mixtapes, but Gucci Mane is well over 30," Oj said.
He plans to increase his catalog very shortly, with a tape called Six Rings: The Michael Jordan Edition dropping soon. Then he and DJ Drama are hooking up for a Gangsta Grillz simply called Orange. After all that, Oj said he and Gucci have plans to put out a street project with Waka Flocka Flame, a new member of the Brick Squad crew.
"We actually working on a me, Gucci, Waka mixtape," the Juice said. "[That's] half of the Brick Squad. I think me »
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