Okay men, here’s your chance.
Now you can be the talk of the neighborhood.
Picture this – Labor Day weekend you have the guys over for a cookout and a few beers, hot dogs and all the fixings, a hamburger or two, and you unveil your new grill to all your jealous friends.
That’s right!
For only $165,000 you can own the World’s most expensive BBQ grill. The unit comes complete with:
Six-burner barbecue, Wok burner, Roasting hood, Warming rack, High-output burners, Quartz start ignition, Vaporizer grid, Reflector system, Varmint spit, Cup holders, Grease trap, Gold knobs, Thermostat, Auto Lock Wheels, Wi-Fi connection, and cookbook.
The best part?
It’s all individually plated in 24-carat gold and built by hand. And it can be yours for a measly $165,000.
The grill is made by the Australian company BeefEater Barbecues who refers to it as “the ultimate in backyard grill bling”.
They say the company created the golden grill for individuals who “want to make a statement with their barbecue and have the money to burn”.
Boy, they sure do things differently down under, eh mate?
In case anyone has any sympathy for me, this is what I used last weekend to entertain my friends:
I like to refer to it as “the ultimate in redneck cooking and front yard cooking bling”.
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
“Stop drinking or die.” - - Last Advice to Amy Winehouse's Doctors at Priory Rehab
LONDON – “Stop drinking or die,” this is the last warning to Amy Winehouse by the doctors at Priory rehab centre in north London.
Doctors Concerned about Amy Winehouse's Drinking Habits |
Amy Winehouse has been under treatment in rehab for quite few days after falling off the wagon due to excessive alcohol intake and doctors are extremely concerned about her health and already warned her to quit drinking.
Winehouse is an incredibly gifted singer/songwriter; therefore, she got a lot of fans praying for the troubled singer who demand her to pay attention to her doctor’s advice.
Amy Winehouse has been warned dozens of time to give up the alcohol and the drugs, let’s hope it finally sinks in that you only get so many chances in life.
Are the Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez PDA Campaigns Going Too Far? Is it Still Believable?
We all know that Hollywood stars need a little public relations boost every now and then.
And we know that troubled celebrities frequently hire PR firms to help improve their image.
But have Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez gone too far in their efforts to portray themselves as normal teenage idols? Kissing, butt grabbing, straddling each other – is it too much?
Have their handlers gone too far?
Since the couples last vacation in Hawaii, Gomez has received numerous death threats on twitter and Facebook - and it’s not the first time either.
When Bieber and Gomez first tried keeping their relationship secret, thousands of the “Wizards of Waverly Place” stars fans took to the internet threatening the actress – telling her to back away from the Bieb’s.
There are lots of reasons why Justin needs to be seen with a pretty Hollywood starlet – foremost to help boost his image as a ladies man, and try to dispel any rumors that he may be gay – not that there’s anything wrong with that.
There is even some evidence that Disney would benefit from their starlet Selena Gomez being seen with a popular male celebrity to show her fans she is a normal teenage girl.
But would Disney and Bieber’s team go as far as create certain photo opportunities of the two love birds engaged in very public displays of affection just to give the appearance that they are normal kids in love?
Yes.
During the 70’s and 80’s, Disney was known for showing their gay male actors in photos displaying them around sexy women and manly kinds of activities.
Menudo, a popular teen boy band of the 1970’s did the same thing.
In fact, now openly gay ex-Menudo singer Rickey Martin says his handlers went to great lengths to show him with beautiful girls and participating in masculine events like basketball and football games. He was 15-years-old at the time.
Also, now openly gay actor Chad Allen also recounts how his management team was concerned that he needed to be photographed with girls in an attempt to show his manliness and normalcy.
So are Bieber and Gomez trying to hide something?
Probably not.
But the recent string of photos from Hawaii showing the two engaged in butt grabbing, straddling each other, and passionate kissing may be a little overkill.
The two were seen kissing on a pathway, the Jet Ski booth, on the Jet Ski, on the beach, in the water, parasailing, at dinner, in a car, at the mall, and a few other places.
Really? Is this believable or just a publicity stunt?
When you were 18 did you paw over your girlfriend this way in public? Does your son or daughter act like this when they are at the mall with their significant other?
You can also tell that these photos were planned and not taken by some misfit paparazzi sneaking around in the bushes.
Neither Bieber nor Gomez seems to acknowledge the cameras which tell us they know that they are there, and know they are being photographed. This last batch had over 75 high quality photos – no paparazzi gets a chance to snap that many before being asked to go away.
There were also several very clear shots of JB’s new Hebrew “Jesus” tattoo.
It just seems to be overkill. It seems the powers who are pulling the puppet strings behind the magic curtain have decided that Bieber will be seen in public kissing Selena – and nothing is off limits.
Perhaps this is what it takes in the music industry these days to stay on the top of your game, or maybe it really is teenage puppy love “coincidently” being caught on film.
Maybe this is some type of public relations transition program to get the two propelled out of their teen careers and catapulted into the next phase of stardom.
If it is, we hope it works for the both of them.
See Also:
> Justin Bieber Upset with Toronto Pot Dealers
> Justin & Selena Do a Little Butt Grabbing in Maui
> Justin Bieber Has New “Jesus” Tattoo Under His Arm
> More Justin Bieber Stories…
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And we know that troubled celebrities frequently hire PR firms to help improve their image.
But have Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez gone too far in their efforts to portray themselves as normal teenage idols? Kissing, butt grabbing, straddling each other – is it too much?
Have their handlers gone too far?
Since the couples last vacation in Hawaii, Gomez has received numerous death threats on twitter and Facebook - and it’s not the first time either.
When Bieber and Gomez first tried keeping their relationship secret, thousands of the “Wizards of Waverly Place” stars fans took to the internet threatening the actress – telling her to back away from the Bieb’s.
There are lots of reasons why Justin needs to be seen with a pretty Hollywood starlet – foremost to help boost his image as a ladies man, and try to dispel any rumors that he may be gay – not that there’s anything wrong with that.
There is even some evidence that Disney would benefit from their starlet Selena Gomez being seen with a popular male celebrity to show her fans she is a normal teenage girl.
But would Disney and Bieber’s team go as far as create certain photo opportunities of the two love birds engaged in very public displays of affection just to give the appearance that they are normal kids in love?
Yes.
During the 70’s and 80’s, Disney was known for showing their gay male actors in photos displaying them around sexy women and manly kinds of activities.
Menudo, a popular teen boy band of the 1970’s did the same thing.
In fact, now openly gay ex-Menudo singer Rickey Martin says his handlers went to great lengths to show him with beautiful girls and participating in masculine events like basketball and football games. He was 15-years-old at the time.
Also, now openly gay actor Chad Allen also recounts how his management team was concerned that he needed to be photographed with girls in an attempt to show his manliness and normalcy.
So are Bieber and Gomez trying to hide something?
Probably not.
But the recent string of photos from Hawaii showing the two engaged in butt grabbing, straddling each other, and passionate kissing may be a little overkill.
The two were seen kissing on a pathway, the Jet Ski booth, on the Jet Ski, on the beach, in the water, parasailing, at dinner, in a car, at the mall, and a few other places.
Really? Is this believable or just a publicity stunt?
When you were 18 did you paw over your girlfriend this way in public? Does your son or daughter act like this when they are at the mall with their significant other?
You can also tell that these photos were planned and not taken by some misfit paparazzi sneaking around in the bushes.
Neither Bieber nor Gomez seems to acknowledge the cameras which tell us they know that they are there, and know they are being photographed. This last batch had over 75 high quality photos – no paparazzi gets a chance to snap that many before being asked to go away.
There were also several very clear shots of JB’s new Hebrew “Jesus” tattoo.
It just seems to be overkill. It seems the powers who are pulling the puppet strings behind the magic curtain have decided that Bieber will be seen in public kissing Selena – and nothing is off limits.
Perhaps this is what it takes in the music industry these days to stay on the top of your game, or maybe it really is teenage puppy love “coincidently” being caught on film.
Maybe this is some type of public relations transition program to get the two propelled out of their teen careers and catapulted into the next phase of stardom.
If it is, we hope it works for the both of them.
See Also:
> Justin Bieber Upset with Toronto Pot Dealers
> Justin & Selena Do a Little Butt Grabbing in Maui
> Justin Bieber Has New “Jesus” Tattoo Under His Arm
> More Justin Bieber Stories…
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German Supermodel Heidi Klum Launched Her Fashion Website ‘Beauty and Fitness’
Heidi Klum launches her webiste |
Following the footsteps of Tyra Bank, Gwyneth Paltrow and many other supermodels; German model Heidi Klum has launched her very own fashion website named ‘Beauty and Fitness’. She is committed to publish beauty, fashion and health tips on her own lifestyle platform.
On her website, Heidi Klum will talk education, love, health, fitness and nutrition. In simple words: how to juggle all the obligations of a modern woman while not dropping anything on the style.
Heidi Klum’s website is receiving an enthusiastic response from reviewers, and blog Racked has been compared to GOOP by Gwyneth Paltrow.
Bull Rider Killed at Del. Rodeo
Delaware man was thrown from bull; bull stepped on his chest
By Teresa Masterson
A bull rider died of his injuries after he was thrown from a bull at a Delaware rodeo Sunday night, authorities say.
Leonel Trejo, 40, of New Castle, Del., was riding a bull in the rodeo held at the Nur Temple, on South DuPony Highway in New Castle, when he was thrown from the bull, according to Delaware State Police.
While Trejo was on the ground, the bull stepped on his chest. Because it is not required at Mexican bull-riding events, Trejo was not wearing protective equipment, police say.
Trejo, an experienced bull rider, had been on the bull for only a minute before he was thrown. It happened at about 9:30 p.m.
Paramedics responded and brought Trjo ti the Christiana Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police say. An autopsy will be performed to determined the exact cause of death.
By Teresa Masterson
A bull rider died of his injuries after he was thrown from a bull at a Delaware rodeo Sunday night, authorities say.
Leonel Trejo, 40, of New Castle, Del., was riding a bull in the rodeo held at the Nur Temple, on South DuPony Highway in New Castle, when he was thrown from the bull, according to Delaware State Police.
While Trejo was on the ground, the bull stepped on his chest. Because it is not required at Mexican bull-riding events, Trejo was not wearing protective equipment, police say.
Trejo, an experienced bull rider, had been on the bull for only a minute before he was thrown. It happened at about 9:30 p.m.
Paramedics responded and brought Trjo ti the Christiana Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police say. An autopsy will be performed to determined the exact cause of death.
‘Wanna be my Chammak Challo’ Leaked on Internet (See Video) - Shahrukh Upsets
MUMBAI – The full song of Shahrukh Khan’s upcoming superhero flick has been leaked on internet; which is a rela frustration for the King Khan.
Reportedly, ‘Chamak Challo’ the best song from a much awaited Bollywood movie Ra.One has been released on internet without permission.
An extraordinarily attractive number ‘Wanna be my Chammak Challo’ has been sung by the Senegalese-American R&B sensation Akon. The song is a very hip and happening track with Punjabi beats.
The song has already become a rage among internet users with many of them sharing it on social networking sites.
Watch the video of the song and enjoy ....
Video - Nicki Minaj Releases New Music Video for “Did It On Em”
The music career of pop singer Nicki Minaj seems to be on an upward trajectory.
After being discovered by Lil Wayne and getting a record deal with Young Money Entertainment, she released three hit singles – “Playtime Is Over” in 2007, “Sucka Free” in 2008, and “Beam Me Up Scotty” in 2009.
Now Minaj, whose real name is Onika Tanya Maraj, is already planning her summer tour with the infamous Britney Spears.
Her 2010 album “Pink Friday” has already gone platinum, and was the first artist to ever have 7 songs on the Billboard 100 at the same time.
Related: Watch Nicki Minaj "Super Bass" Music Video
Now she has released her official music video for “Did It On Em”. And it is a bit of a mind blower.
Nicki raps about taking a s*hit on her enemies, and at one point says if she had a d*ick she would pull it out and piss on them also – all while wielding a strap-on dildo.
Interesting to say the least….
Watch Nicki Minaj Music Video “Did It On Em”
After release the video Nicki told her fans,
Minaj has become somewhat of a controversial artist and her sexuality has been called into question by several reporters.
While not admitting to being gay or bisexual, she told “Out” Magazine,
Minaj has won several BET Music Awards and been nominated for a “Teen Choice Award”, “MTV Music Award”, and a Grammy Award for best rap duo.
Watch Nicki’s Interview with Out Magazine
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After being discovered by Lil Wayne and getting a record deal with Young Money Entertainment, she released three hit singles – “Playtime Is Over” in 2007, “Sucka Free” in 2008, and “Beam Me Up Scotty” in 2009.
Now Minaj, whose real name is Onika Tanya Maraj, is already planning her summer tour with the infamous Britney Spears.
Her 2010 album “Pink Friday” has already gone platinum, and was the first artist to ever have 7 songs on the Billboard 100 at the same time.
Related: Watch Nicki Minaj "Super Bass" Music Video
Now she has released her official music video for “Did It On Em”. And it is a bit of a mind blower.
Nicki raps about taking a s*hit on her enemies, and at one point says if she had a d*ick she would pull it out and piss on them also – all while wielding a strap-on dildo.
Interesting to say the least….
Watch Nicki Minaj Music Video “Did It On Em”
After release the video Nicki told her fans,
"Just a way of saying thank u. I love u guys. Thank u for coming out. U guys gave me LIFE on the 'I am still music' Tour. xo4Life."
Minaj has become somewhat of a controversial artist and her sexuality has been called into question by several reporters.
While not admitting to being gay or bisexual, she told “Out” Magazine,
“I do not date or have sex with women, I don’t date men either. I just embrace all people of all lifestyles and I don’t tell them they are bad people. And I say girls are beautiful and girls are sexy and they need to be told that, and if they don’t have anyone to tell them that and mean it, I’m going tell them that. But I feel like people always want to define me and I don’t want to be defined."
Minaj has won several BET Music Awards and been nominated for a “Teen Choice Award”, “MTV Music Award”, and a Grammy Award for best rap duo.
Watch Nicki’s Interview with Out Magazine
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25 Year Old African To Head French Fashion House 'Balmain'
French born African designer Oliver Rousteing has made news (and probably history) for being the youngest person to be appinted creative director/ head of an acclaimed fashion house. He is also the first designer of African descent to do this.
Born in France and
more after the jump
raised in Bourdeaux, he holds a degree from the Parisian fashion school ESMOD (l’Ecole Supérieure des Arts et techniques de la Mode) and has been in charge of the womenswear design at the label. Prior to his appointment he was relatively unknown but has worked at Balmain since 2009.
Before joining Balmain he spent five years at acclaimed fashion house Roberto Cavalli. Oliver will take over from former Balmain designer Christopher Decarnin.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Zimbabwean Police Sergeant, Jailed For Using President Robert Mugabe's Toilet
As the Guardian reports, Alois Mabhunu, a homicide detective in the western city of Bulawayo, was imprisoned on suspicion of invading the presidential privy after using a toilet reserved for President Robert Mugabe. The incident occurred at the annual Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF).
The Guardian quotes local radio station VOP as reporting:
"Mabhunu, due to the call of nature, rushed to the toilets reserved for Mugabe and his guest Ekra, but was
stopped by other officers guarding the toilets," VOP said.
"Under intense pressure from the call of nature, the officer forced his way in and managed to relieve himself. He was arrested on 7 May after a report was made to Mugabe's security men and to senior police officers in the city."
Mabhunu has been held in a police detention barracks in the two weeks since his arrest, and was due to appear at a May 27 disciplinary hearing.
The Guardian quotes local radio station VOP as reporting:
"Mabhunu, due to the call of nature, rushed to the toilets reserved for Mugabe and his guest Ekra, but was
stopped by other officers guarding the toilets," VOP said.
"Under intense pressure from the call of nature, the officer forced his way in and managed to relieve himself. He was arrested on 7 May after a report was made to Mugabe's security men and to senior police officers in the city."
Mabhunu has been held in a police detention barracks in the two weeks since his arrest, and was due to appear at a May 27 disciplinary hearing.
Pius Anyim appointed Secretary To The Government
Former senate president Ayim Pius Ayim has been announced as the new Secretary
to the government of Nigeria.Anyim’s appointment was announced, Monday, in Abuja.
Anyim,was Senate President under Obasanjo from 2000 to 2003.
Snooki from Jersey Shore Detained in Italy after Crashing Into Cop Car – Developing
More bad news for the cast of Jersey Shore.
Last week Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino got his ass kicked by a fellow cast mate, and now it looks like Snooki is in trouble.
Reports are surfacing that Snooki and JWoww where driving in Florence Italy when their car struck a police car.
The two Jersey Shore actresses are currently in Italy filming the third season of their terrible show.
No one was hurt and cops say no alcohol was involved, but we find that hard to believe. Cops say there has not been a formal arrest – yet.
This is not the first time Snooki has had a run in with the law. Last year she was arrested for disorderly conduct and public intoxication but was released with only a fine and a few hours of community service.
She was also punched in the face while drunk and can share those details with you in the video below.
Watch Snooki talk about being punched in the face
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Last week Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino got his ass kicked by a fellow cast mate, and now it looks like Snooki is in trouble.
Reports are surfacing that Snooki and JWoww where driving in Florence Italy when their car struck a police car.
The two Jersey Shore actresses are currently in Italy filming the third season of their terrible show.
No one was hurt and cops say no alcohol was involved, but we find that hard to believe. Cops say there has not been a formal arrest – yet.
This is not the first time Snooki has had a run in with the law. Last year she was arrested for disorderly conduct and public intoxication but was released with only a fine and a few hours of community service.
She was also punched in the face while drunk and can share those details with you in the video below.
Watch Snooki talk about being punched in the face
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Justin Timberlake Sponsored Car Wins Indianapolis 500
Award winning singer Justin Timberlake has accomplished a lot in his career.
But now he can add Indy 500 winner to his resume.
Kind of…
In a remarkable finish to this year’s race – rookie JR Hildebrand was leading in the last lap but then crashed into the wall with only half a lap to go.
This set the stage for second place Dan Wheldon to cruise to his second Indianapolis 500 career win.
But what made this win special for Justin Timberlake?
Timberlake's William Rast clothing line-sponsored Wheldon’s #10 Target Chip Ganassi car this year.
William Rast clothing is sold through Target so it was a logical move for Timberlake to sponsor the tem.
Timberlake took to twitter moments after the final lap saying,
Watch the historic Indy 500 2011 Final Lap
It is not unusual these days for Hollywood to be part of the big race.
In fact, David Letterman is partners in “Rahal Letterman Racing” with friend Bobby Rahal. Their big catch is driver Danica Patrick who has raced for their team since she started.
Watch Justin Timberlake talk about William Rast
This was an exciting race this year, and some of the drama started before the first car even left the pits.
It seems that our good friend (not) Donald Trump was scheduled to drive this year’s pace car but at the last minute was….. wait for it…. FIRED!
Related: Donald Trump Fired as 2011 Pace Car Driver
Thank you Indianapolis.
We could not have stood by and watched that douche bag on the track. After getting Trump out of the way, A.J. Foyt was given the honor of driving the pace car this year.
For his part, Timberlake can now go back to making music and poking fun at Justin Bieber on Saturday Night Live.
Related: Justin Timberlake Slams Justin Bieber on SNL – Video
He is also currently working on the movie “Friends with Benefits” with pals Mila Kunis, Emma Stone, Woody Harrelson, Andy Samberg, and Jenna Elfman.
The film will show that while trying to avoid the clichés of Hollywood romantic comedies, Dylan (Timberlake) and Jamie (Kunis) discover that adding sex to their friendship really does lead to complications.
“Friends with Benefits” is scheduled for release in late 2011.
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But now he can add Indy 500 winner to his resume.
Kind of…
In a remarkable finish to this year’s race – rookie JR Hildebrand was leading in the last lap but then crashed into the wall with only half a lap to go.
This set the stage for second place Dan Wheldon to cruise to his second Indianapolis 500 career win.
But what made this win special for Justin Timberlake?
Timberlake's William Rast clothing line-sponsored Wheldon’s #10 Target Chip Ganassi car this year.
William Rast clothing is sold through Target so it was a logical move for Timberlake to sponsor the tem.
Timberlake took to twitter moments after the final lap saying,
"What a Memorial Day weekend! The William Rast car just won the Indy 500. Congrats to Dan Wheldon, the WR racing team and everyone else who put in the hard work for this victory! Unreal!"
Watch the historic Indy 500 2011 Final Lap
It is not unusual these days for Hollywood to be part of the big race.
In fact, David Letterman is partners in “Rahal Letterman Racing” with friend Bobby Rahal. Their big catch is driver Danica Patrick who has raced for their team since she started.
Watch Justin Timberlake talk about William Rast
This was an exciting race this year, and some of the drama started before the first car even left the pits.
It seems that our good friend (not) Donald Trump was scheduled to drive this year’s pace car but at the last minute was….. wait for it…. FIRED!
Related: Donald Trump Fired as 2011 Pace Car Driver
Thank you Indianapolis.
We could not have stood by and watched that douche bag on the track. After getting Trump out of the way, A.J. Foyt was given the honor of driving the pace car this year.
For his part, Timberlake can now go back to making music and poking fun at Justin Bieber on Saturday Night Live.
Related: Justin Timberlake Slams Justin Bieber on SNL – Video
He is also currently working on the movie “Friends with Benefits” with pals Mila Kunis, Emma Stone, Woody Harrelson, Andy Samberg, and Jenna Elfman.
The film will show that while trying to avoid the clichés of Hollywood romantic comedies, Dylan (Timberlake) and Jamie (Kunis) discover that adding sex to their friendship really does lead to complications.
“Friends with Benefits” is scheduled for release in late 2011.
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Video - The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo – Red Band Trailer Leaked – Or was it?
It’s being called the feel bad movie for Christmas.
Everybody has been dying to see an official movie trailer.
And now, the red band trailer has been leaked to the internet.
Or has it?
In what appears to be a leaked movie trailer for director David Fincher’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” we get our first glimpse of what’s to come.
But some experts are saying it was not a leak at all, but rather a clever marketing ploy by Sony to make it look like a leak.
Agreed.
This looks an awful lot like a “Cloverfield” type viral video stunt by Sony to get the trailer into American hands, and the web site shown at the end of the trailer redirects to Sony’s main move portal.
Sneaky? Yes, and very effective.
This would not be the first time Sony has used viral videos to promote an upcoming project.
The film remake of the popular book is said to be costing $100 Million to complete and stars Daniel Craig, Christopher Plummer, Stellan Skarsgård, Rooney Mara, Embeth Davidtz.
For those not familiar with “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” book, here is a little overview.
The original Swedish title translated into English as "Men Who Hate Women"), and is an award-winning crime novel by Swedish author and journalist Stieg Larsson, the first in his "Millennium series".
A complete plot summary can be found here on Wikipedia.
After seeing this movie trailer and knowing about the book trilogy – we can’t wait to see this movie.
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Everybody has been dying to see an official movie trailer.
And now, the red band trailer has been leaked to the internet.
Or has it?
In what appears to be a leaked movie trailer for director David Fincher’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” we get our first glimpse of what’s to come.
But some experts are saying it was not a leak at all, but rather a clever marketing ploy by Sony to make it look like a leak.
“If this was a real leak, Sony would have pulled that trailer off YouTube so fast it wouldn’t have been funny. This was no leak. The sound is exceptional, and there is an American MPAA rating that shouldn’t be there in a European trailer. We think Sony knew exactly what they were doing”.
Agreed.
This looks an awful lot like a “Cloverfield” type viral video stunt by Sony to get the trailer into American hands, and the web site shown at the end of the trailer redirects to Sony’s main move portal.
Sneaky? Yes, and very effective.
This would not be the first time Sony has used viral videos to promote an upcoming project.
The film remake of the popular book is said to be costing $100 Million to complete and stars Daniel Craig, Christopher Plummer, Stellan Skarsgård, Rooney Mara, Embeth Davidtz.
For those not familiar with “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” book, here is a little overview.
The original Swedish title translated into English as "Men Who Hate Women"), and is an award-winning crime novel by Swedish author and journalist Stieg Larsson, the first in his "Millennium series".
A complete plot summary can be found here on Wikipedia.
After seeing this movie trailer and knowing about the book trilogy – we can’t wait to see this movie.
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Video - Early “Two and a Half Men” Gag Reel and Bloopers Found – Hilarious Stuff!
We all fell in love with Uncle Charlie, Alan, and Jake Harper.
We even fell in love with their housekeeper Berta and crazy neighbor Rose.
And now we can watch some of the funniest bloopers and outtakes in television history.
Even though in real life, Charlie Sheen seems to have put a damper on the popular “Two and a Half Men” sitcom, there is more interest than ever over the future of the show now that Ashton Kutcher has joined the cast.
But InfoStar has uncovered some of the funniest gag reels, bloopers, and outtakes ever seen from season 3 and 4 showing Angus T. Jones, Jon Cryer, Charlie Sheen and “Berta” losing it on the set.
You even get to see a glimpse of the now infamous creator and writer Chuck Lorre in a few shots.
It really does show you how hard it is to pull off a thirty minute sitcom while taping in front of a live audience.
Enjoy!
Watch Season 4 “Two and a Half Men” Bloopers
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We even fell in love with their housekeeper Berta and crazy neighbor Rose.
And now we can watch some of the funniest bloopers and outtakes in television history.
Even though in real life, Charlie Sheen seems to have put a damper on the popular “Two and a Half Men” sitcom, there is more interest than ever over the future of the show now that Ashton Kutcher has joined the cast.
But InfoStar has uncovered some of the funniest gag reels, bloopers, and outtakes ever seen from season 3 and 4 showing Angus T. Jones, Jon Cryer, Charlie Sheen and “Berta” losing it on the set.
You even get to see a glimpse of the now infamous creator and writer Chuck Lorre in a few shots.
It really does show you how hard it is to pull off a thirty minute sitcom while taping in front of a live audience.
Enjoy!
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Picture Of The Day ....... Rapper Drake's Dad
The guy in the blue shirt is Canadian born rapper Drake's biological dad. He is also a musician and his name is Dennis Graham
Sean Kingston Critically Injured in Jet Ski Accident Near Miami Beach
Update 1: Sean is out of the Trauma ward and has been moved to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
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Rapper Sean Kingston is in critical condition in a Miami hospital.
Local news is reporting that Kingston and a female companion were thrown from a jet ski after hitting a concrete bridge Sunday evening near Miami Beach.
Kingston and his passenger were rescued by other boaters nearby and rescue crews stabilized them before transporting both to Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Sean’s injuries are critical and he is being treated in the trauma center. The hospital has not released any update as of Monday morning.
A rep for the singer said,
Two men near the accident scene jumped into the water and pulled Kingston to safety and say the rapper was vomiting blood but was also talking and somewhat responsive.
Due to Sean’s size it was difficult to keep his head above water, but they held onto Kingston until police could get a boat out to him.
Once onshore, he was loaded into a waiting ambulance and transported to the hospital to be stabilized.
Kingston is well known for his song “Beautiful Girls” and for his video appearance in Justin Bieber’s music video "Eenie Meenie" as well as appearing on stage with Bieber during his North American concert tours.
Kingston has also made guest appearances on popular television shows including “90210” and “The Suite Life on Deck” with Dylan and Cole Sprouse.
His song “Fire Burning” has been featured on “Dancing With the Stars”, “So You Think you can Dance?”, “Yo Gabba Gabba!” and “Melrose Place”.
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Rapper Sean Kingston is in critical condition in a Miami hospital.
Local news is reporting that Kingston and a female companion were thrown from a jet ski after hitting a concrete bridge Sunday evening near Miami Beach.
Kingston and his passenger were rescued by other boaters nearby and rescue crews stabilized them before transporting both to Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Sean’s injuries are critical and he is being treated in the trauma center. The hospital has not released any update as of Monday morning.
A rep for the singer said,
“Sean Kingston was in an accident today. No further details are available at the moment. He and his family thank everyone for the well-wishes."
Two men near the accident scene jumped into the water and pulled Kingston to safety and say the rapper was vomiting blood but was also talking and somewhat responsive.
Due to Sean’s size it was difficult to keep his head above water, but they held onto Kingston until police could get a boat out to him.
Once onshore, he was loaded into a waiting ambulance and transported to the hospital to be stabilized.
Kingston is well known for his song “Beautiful Girls” and for his video appearance in Justin Bieber’s music video "Eenie Meenie" as well as appearing on stage with Bieber during his North American concert tours.
Kingston has also made guest appearances on popular television shows including “90210” and “The Suite Life on Deck” with Dylan and Cole Sprouse.
His song “Fire Burning” has been featured on “Dancing With the Stars”, “So You Think you can Dance?”, “Yo Gabba Gabba!” and “Melrose Place”.
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Sunday, May 29, 2011
People Fell In Love With The Real Me............Alicia Keys
Singer Alicia Keys is in the latest issue of W magazine. In the interview she talks about the struggles she faced growing up, how she followed her own inspiration instead of listening to others when she was working on her debut album.......
We grew up in the city, had a hard edge and obstacles to overcome, but we were still young and beautiful. I didn’t want to
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be all dressed up, all made up—I wanted to be myself, which hadn’t been done before.”
. “How terrible would it have been if I had come out with some watered-down version of who I am?” she says. “People fell in love with the real me, and I still feel blessed that that was how the journey began.”
To commemorate Songs in A Minor’s 10th anniversary, Keys has assembled a deluxe edition featuring early demos, alternate takes, and live recordings from the era, including a classical medley and a sultry cover of “Light My Fire.” The package documents the five-year life of this landmark project, which covered most of the singer’s adolescence.
Keys—recently married to producer Swizz Beatz and, as of October, mother to a son, Egypt—recalls the struggle it took to capture the sound in her head and the frustration she felt at being pushed, over and over, toward a more conventional style. “I was a young girl with very strong ideas but no experience,” she says. “I just knew that everything else I was doing was wrong—that all the suggestions weren’t what was in my mind, they weren’t what it was meant to be.”
Ultimately, it took the almost unprecedented step of allowing her to produce her own music for the streetwise elegance of Songs in A Minor to emerge. (Still one of the few female producers in the business, Keys has since helmed sessions for the likes of Whitney Houston and Jennifer Hudson.) As difficult as the delays and setbacks were, Keys maintains that it was all worth it to make the music of which she dreamed.
DESIGNER OF NOTE.....Christie Brown
Christie Brown is a Ghanaian fashion label headed by Aisha Obuobi. The label has garnered strong international endorsements with mentions in Grazia, Marie Claire and most recently, Jet Magazine.Last year, Destiny’s Child member, Michelle Williams wore a Christie Brown jacket for a UK TV appearance thus adding to the buzz surrounding the label. In December 2010.
The SS 2011/2012 Collection
The Christie Brown aesthetic is all about celebrating the beauty in simplicity. Her latest collection “An Afromantic Daydream” employs great use of neutral earth tones and natural fabrics including cotton enhanced with Chantilly lace and the signature Christie Brown button detailing. The bold accessories make great use of ankara and feathers to create a definite style statement.
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Struggling To Break Into The Music Biz? elDee Da Don Shows How To
I have seen so many people try to break into nigeria's competitive music business without success but nothing hurts more than seeing real talent rot away. Well one of naija's most talented rappers elDee da Don is about to school you on how to take your music to the next level.....................................
Upcoming naija talent, stop waiting for a messiah to help your career, get up, get out and promote yourself. You have all the tools you need. U have direct access to your likely fan-base.
Prepare, create and promote. Your success lies in
Upcoming naija talent, stop waiting for a messiah to help your career, get up, get out and promote yourself. You have all the tools you need. U have direct access to your likely fan-base.
Prepare, create and promote. Your success lies in
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your ability to plan and achieve. People keep talking about money being an issue. It costs NOTHING to put music on facebook, Twitter, Reverbnation etc. What else do u need 4 promo?
As a people we have this sad belief that people owe it to us to help us. In reality, nobody owes u shit. Successful men dont have 2 brains. If everybody was out here looking for help, who would help you?
Everywhere I go its "eLDee pls help my career"..I feel ur pain but I also believe that attitude is the reason why ur career is dulling. You think its difficult to be an artist in Nigeria today? Ask tuface, Eedris, 2shots what they went through without these free tools. Now as a Nigerian artist you have DIRECT access to millions of people.
Find an interactive way to engage people & sell urself to them. Dont get caught up in the hype of Radio airplay as your ONLY means to promoting ur music, Radio is just a part of it.
Dont allow yourself to be exploited by people who ask for money to play ur music on radio, they're usually the ones that have no influence. Dont fall prey to those asking you to pay for "alaba-mix".
Alot of times people know ur song but they don't know u, weak promo strategy. The fact that u are getting heavy rotation on ONE radio station
doesnt mean uve done all d work.
Lagos alone has over 20 stations. Spread out!! Money 2 record & make
CDs is only an issue if u dont have a fund raising plan. Get a job, hustle, dont just sit there waiting for a miracle.Tuface didnt start off
rich, neither did DonJazzy, neither did
9ice. And I dont think anybody "helped" them become millionaires. #GrindItOut.
Everywhere I go its "eLDee pls help my career"..I feel ur pain but I also believe that attitude is the reason why ur career is dulling. You think its difficult to be an artist in Nigeria today? Ask tuface, Eedris, 2shots what they went through without these free tools. Now as a Nigerian artist you have DIRECT access to millions of people.
Find an interactive way to engage people & sell urself to them. Dont get caught up in the hype of Radio airplay as your ONLY means to promoting ur music, Radio is just a part of it.
Dont allow yourself to be exploited by people who ask for money to play ur music on radio, they're usually the ones that have no influence. Dont fall prey to those asking you to pay for "alaba-mix".
Alot of times people know ur song but they don't know u, weak promo strategy. The fact that u are getting heavy rotation on ONE radio station
doesnt mean uve done all d work.
Lagos alone has over 20 stations. Spread out!! Money 2 record & make
CDs is only an issue if u dont have a fund raising plan. Get a job, hustle, dont just sit there waiting for a miracle.Tuface didnt start off
rich, neither did DonJazzy, neither did
9ice. And I dont think anybody "helped" them become millionaires. #GrindItOut.
These are proven steps to getting your music out there in Naija. If you follow the next few tips, you're well on your way...
1. Record a good song, Sample opinions from a bunch of people (friends & strangers alike) and be sure at least 60% or more like the song.
2. Prepare urself as a
product. Work on your image and be
sure ure "attractive" to the average
person that comes across u or ur music.
product. Work on your image and be
sure ure "attractive" to the average
person that comes across u or ur music.
3. Get ready to perform.
create performance routines, find an
exciting way to deliver ur song to any
audience that will leave an impression
create performance routines, find an
exciting way to deliver ur song to any
audience that will leave an impression
4. Create an EPK
(Electronic press kit) which includes
good photos, a bio and ur music. Make
sure its of a size that can be sent as an
email
(Electronic press kit) which includes
good photos, a bio and ur music. Make
sure its of a size that can be sent as an
5. Once u are SURE ur
song is good to go, make as many copies
of ur CD as possible. I'd say at least
1,000 (Make sure ur CD art has ur info)
song is good to go, make as many copies
of ur CD as possible. I'd say at least
1,000 (Make sure ur CD art has ur info)
6. Create a myspace,
twitter, facebook fan page, reverbnation
and upload ur EPK to each of them
including your song, photos, bio etc.
twitter, facebook fan page, reverbnation
and upload ur EPK to each of them
including your song, photos, bio etc.
7. Make a list of radio
stations within ur reach. I advice that u
start with regional promo. Its easier to
manage. Nationwide can come later
stations within ur reach. I advice that u
start with regional promo. Its easier to
manage. Nationwide can come later
8. Make a list of the
nightclubs and places where music is
played publicly within your reach. Again,
regional promo is easier to manage.
nightclubs and places where music is
played publicly within your reach. Again,
regional promo is easier to manage.
9. Make a list of DJs and
Radio personalities within your reach.
Radio personalities within your reach.
10. Every entertainment
journalist that has a column in a
magazines or newspaper has an email
address. Make a list of all of them.
journalist that has a column in a
magazines or newspaper has an email
address. Make a list of all of them.
11. Get all this lists you
have compiled together and create a
realistic timeline of how long it will take
to contact everybody.
have compiled together and create a
realistic timeline of how long it will take
to contact everybody.
12. Create an email
address and in the signature section,
include all your twitter, fb, reverbnation
info and link to your song.
address and in the signature section,
include all your twitter, fb, reverbnation
info and link to your song.
13. Send ur EPK to every
contact on your list that you can reach
via email and start booking appointments
for the ones u cant reach.
contact on your list that you can reach
via email and start booking appointments
for the ones u cant reach.
14. Get your CDs to all
the Radio DJs, club DJs, bars, Night
clubs, Radio stations, Radio personalities,
and everyone on your list.
the Radio DJs, club DJs, bars, Night
clubs, Radio stations, Radio personalities,
and everyone on your list.
15. Start your online
campaign, start building your fanbase by
sending your music to people. Do
everything in ur power for ppl to listen.
campaign, start building your fanbase by
sending your music to people. Do
everything in ur power for ppl to listen.
16. The goal is to get as
many fans as possible, do whatever it
takes to get people to listen to ur music.
If people like it, ure good to go
many fans as possible, do whatever it
takes to get people to listen to ur music.
If people like it, ure good to go
Source....Thisisjs
Lilian Bach Goes Into Lingerie Business
Well i am sure we are probably not going to see her in any movie in a long time.
Video – BBQ Grill Lighting FAIL – Happy Memorial Day Everybody!
Every year on Memorial Day we celebrate our brave men and women fighting for our country.
Back home we celebrate with BBQ’s, hot dogs, baseball, apple pie, and lots and lots of beer.
And every year there is always one, not so smart, grill master who thinks they have the best way to get that grill really fired up.
And we mean really fired up!
Happy Memorial Day to all our InfoStar fans and readers, we wish you a great summer and lots of funny stuff to come.
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Back home we celebrate with BBQ’s, hot dogs, baseball, apple pie, and lots and lots of beer.
And every year there is always one, not so smart, grill master who thinks they have the best way to get that grill really fired up.
And we mean really fired up!
Happy Memorial Day to all our InfoStar fans and readers, we wish you a great summer and lots of funny stuff to come.
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Video - Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis Swap Spit and Watch Monkey Porn in New Comedy Video
Will Ferrell and Zack Galifianakis in the same room?
Both are known for their comedy and impromptu shtick, and now they have unleashed their personal side on video for the entire world to see.
The two actors sat down, in the now infamous “Between two ferns” video series on FunyorDie, to talk about Ferrell’s movie “Everything Must Go”.
The film, about a relapsing alcoholic who loses his wife and his job, stoops to holding a yard sale in his front yard in an attempt to raise money and start over.
But the two nut jobs never really get to talk much about the film. They watch monkey porn and feed each other cherries until the sexual tension is too great to handle and… well, you can see for yourself.
And please don’t ask us what the monkey was doing…
Will and Zach are currently filming the comedy “Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie”, about two guys who get a billion dollars to make a movie, only to watch their dream run off course.
Joining them on the project are John C. Reilly, Jeff Goldblum, Will Forte, Mark Cuban, Todd Wagner, and Erica Durance. The film is due for release sometime next year.
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Both are known for their comedy and impromptu shtick, and now they have unleashed their personal side on video for the entire world to see.
The two actors sat down, in the now infamous “Between two ferns” video series on FunyorDie, to talk about Ferrell’s movie “Everything Must Go”.
The film, about a relapsing alcoholic who loses his wife and his job, stoops to holding a yard sale in his front yard in an attempt to raise money and start over.
But the two nut jobs never really get to talk much about the film. They watch monkey porn and feed each other cherries until the sexual tension is too great to handle and… well, you can see for yourself.
And please don’t ask us what the monkey was doing…
Will and Zach are currently filming the comedy “Tim and Eric's Billion Dollar Movie”, about two guys who get a billion dollars to make a movie, only to watch their dream run off course.
Joining them on the project are John C. Reilly, Jeff Goldblum, Will Forte, Mark Cuban, Todd Wagner, and Erica Durance. The film is due for release sometime next year.
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CNN’s Anderson Cooper to Marry Gay Boyfriend? Adopt a Child?
We’ve all heard the rumors.
We didn’t want to believe them...
But it turns out that CNN journalist and host Anderson Cooper may be ready to marry his gay boyfriend.
Copper has hinted about his homosexuality but has never really come out and addressed it directly, although he has appeared in “Out” and “The Advocate” Magazines.
Over the last several years Cooper has been linked with gay club owner Benjamin Maisini, and is frequently seen out in public riding bikes and shopping around New York. The two own an old renovated Fire House on Long Island - fire pole included.
Anderson, 44, is the son of wealthy Gloria Vanderbilt but has always wanted to make a go in television on his own merits – and not those of his rich parents.
But the National Inquirer is reporting that mama Gloria has all but outed the couple saying,
They also say that Gloria worked hard to bring the two back together after they almost broke up. She says all she want’s is for Anderson to be happy and settle down with Ben and adopt a child.
When asked his sexuality in an interview Cooper responded,
Cooper has discussed openly that he would like to adopt a child but says the lack of time and his career prevents him from doing it now.
And poor CNN - they may be in a bit of a PR crisis these days as just last week anchorman Don Lemon admitted that he was gay – not that there is anything wrong with that.
Were pretty sure CNN doesn’t want a whole lot of attention drawn to them because of their correspondents sexuality – ratings are low enough already.
Not that there is anything wrong with that…
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We didn’t want to believe them...
But it turns out that CNN journalist and host Anderson Cooper may be ready to marry his gay boyfriend.
Copper has hinted about his homosexuality but has never really come out and addressed it directly, although he has appeared in “Out” and “The Advocate” Magazines.
Over the last several years Cooper has been linked with gay club owner Benjamin Maisini, and is frequently seen out in public riding bikes and shopping around New York. The two own an old renovated Fire House on Long Island - fire pole included.
Anderson, 44, is the son of wealthy Gloria Vanderbilt but has always wanted to make a go in television on his own merits – and not those of his rich parents.
But the National Inquirer is reporting that mama Gloria has all but outed the couple saying,
“Anderson and Ben are in love, but they were on the verge of breaking up. Between Anderson’s dangerous work assignments and Ben’s crazy hours at the club, the guys reached an impasse.”
They also say that Gloria worked hard to bring the two back together after they almost broke up. She says all she want’s is for Anderson to be happy and settle down with Ben and adopt a child.
When asked his sexuality in an interview Cooper responded,
"I understand why people might be interested. But I just don’t talk about my personal life. It’s a decision I made a long time ago, before I ever even knew anyone would be interested in my personal life. The whole thing about being a reporter is that you're supposed to be an observer and to be able to adapt with any group you’re in, and I don’t want to do anything that threatens that."
Cooper has discussed openly that he would like to adopt a child but says the lack of time and his career prevents him from doing it now.
And poor CNN - they may be in a bit of a PR crisis these days as just last week anchorman Don Lemon admitted that he was gay – not that there is anything wrong with that.
Were pretty sure CNN doesn’t want a whole lot of attention drawn to them because of their correspondents sexuality – ratings are low enough already.
Not that there is anything wrong with that…
Related: Anderson Cooper Pranked on CNN - Video
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Kara DioGuardi Debuts Reality Show “Platinum Hit” On Bravo
Before American Idol nobody knew who Kara DioGuardi was.
And since she left the show… everybody has forgotten about her.
But now she is back in a new reality show on the Brava network taking us deep inside the music industry to see how hit songs are created.
The show is called “Platinum Hit” and stars not only DioGuardi but pop rock music icon Jewel.
The premise of the show is that a group of twelve unknowns has three hours to write a hit song, perform it in front of the judges (Kara and Jewel), and then await their fate.
Kara says that she understands that not all hit songs are rushed through a three hour process but says,
Platinum will break the group up into teams where one team will write the “hook” for a new song, and the other team will complete the song and hope it passes muster with the judges.
But a lot of people are asking why Kara DioGuardi? Why not some big named music producer we have all heard of?
Kara DioGuardi IS one of those big wigs. You just didn’t know it!
So what songs has Kara DioGuardi written?
Not a lot of people truly understood her background and credentials when she appeared on American Idol – and she has spoken out publicly about that.
Songs that Kara has written or produced have sold more than 150 million copies, and she has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry.
She collaborated with Christina Aguilera on her album Back to Basics in 2006, co-writing 12 of the 13 tracks on the album, and DioGuardi wrote and produced "Ooh Ooh Baby" and co-produced "Heaven on Earth" on Britney Spears album Blackout.
She co-wrote and produced Pink's "Sober", Kelly Clarkson's "I Do Not Hook Up", Katharine McPhee's "Had It All", Carrie Underwood's "Undo It", and Theory of a Deadman's "Not Meant to Be", among others.
She wrote much of The Hannah Montana Season 3 Soundtrack including "Mixed Up", "He Could Be the One" and "Don't Wanna Be Torn".
Then there was Demi Lovato's song "The Middle", and "If I Can't Have You" for Meat Loaf's 2010 album.
DioGuardi also co-owns Arthouse Entertainment – a production company that provides songs, music, writers, performers, and complete compositions for other companies and artists.
Arthouse has been responsible for B.O.B’s “Nothin’ On You”, Bruno Mars “Just The Way You Are” and “Grenade”, Cee-Lo Green’s “Forget You”, Flo Rida’s “Club Can’t Handle Me”, Jim Jones' "We Fly High", Nick Lachey's "What's Left of Me", David Archuleta's single "Crush", Mika's "Grace Kelly", OneRepublic's "Apologize" and "Stop and Stare”, Faith Hill's "Lost", "Sober" by P!nk, "Pieces of Me" by Ashlee Simpson, and "He Could Be The One" by Hannah Montana.
See what we mean? But why are we telling you all of this?
We’re telling you this so when you watch the show you can understand that Kara really does pack a powerful industry background and actually knows what she is talking about.
Regardless of what her American Idol fans thought.
Platinum hit airs on Monday nights on the Bravo channel.
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And since she left the show… everybody has forgotten about her.
But now she is back in a new reality show on the Brava network taking us deep inside the music industry to see how hit songs are created.
The show is called “Platinum Hit” and stars not only DioGuardi but pop rock music icon Jewel.
The premise of the show is that a group of twelve unknowns has three hours to write a hit song, perform it in front of the judges (Kara and Jewel), and then await their fate.
Kara says that she understands that not all hit songs are rushed through a three hour process but says,
"Good new songs are the backbone of the music industry. There isn't an artist out there who could survive without hit songs. That's how it happens - you have to make an album, but you're touring and you're busy and your life is crazy. So they clear three hours on a Thursday night and they put you together with a writer and you come out with a song. That is the real world for today’s artists, and that’s what we’re going to show in Platinum Hit”.
Platinum will break the group up into teams where one team will write the “hook” for a new song, and the other team will complete the song and hope it passes muster with the judges.
But a lot of people are asking why Kara DioGuardi? Why not some big named music producer we have all heard of?
Kara DioGuardi IS one of those big wigs. You just didn’t know it!
So what songs has Kara DioGuardi written?
Not a lot of people truly understood her background and credentials when she appeared on American Idol – and she has spoken out publicly about that.
Songs that Kara has written or produced have sold more than 150 million copies, and she has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry.
She collaborated with Christina Aguilera on her album Back to Basics in 2006, co-writing 12 of the 13 tracks on the album, and DioGuardi wrote and produced "Ooh Ooh Baby" and co-produced "Heaven on Earth" on Britney Spears album Blackout.
She co-wrote and produced Pink's "Sober", Kelly Clarkson's "I Do Not Hook Up", Katharine McPhee's "Had It All", Carrie Underwood's "Undo It", and Theory of a Deadman's "Not Meant to Be", among others.
She wrote much of The Hannah Montana Season 3 Soundtrack including "Mixed Up", "He Could Be the One" and "Don't Wanna Be Torn".
Then there was Demi Lovato's song "The Middle", and "If I Can't Have You" for Meat Loaf's 2010 album.
DioGuardi also co-owns Arthouse Entertainment – a production company that provides songs, music, writers, performers, and complete compositions for other companies and artists.
Arthouse has been responsible for B.O.B’s “Nothin’ On You”, Bruno Mars “Just The Way You Are” and “Grenade”, Cee-Lo Green’s “Forget You”, Flo Rida’s “Club Can’t Handle Me”, Jim Jones' "We Fly High", Nick Lachey's "What's Left of Me", David Archuleta's single "Crush", Mika's "Grace Kelly", OneRepublic's "Apologize" and "Stop and Stare”, Faith Hill's "Lost", "Sober" by P!nk, "Pieces of Me" by Ashlee Simpson, and "He Could Be The One" by Hannah Montana.
See what we mean? But why are we telling you all of this?
We’re telling you this so when you watch the show you can understand that Kara really does pack a powerful industry background and actually knows what she is talking about.
Regardless of what her American Idol fans thought.
Platinum hit airs on Monday nights on the Bravo channel.
Watch Platinum Hit Producer Sneak Peek Interview
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Kim Kardashian, Her Engagement Ring and Family Reaction
Kim Kardashian couldn’t hide her pleasure when she made public that she was engaged. She was really sparkling with her engagement ring; a 20.5 carat diamond ring, that’s what! The whopping sparkler was a design by Lorriane Schwartz and was picked out by Kris and Kim’s mum.
Kim Kardashian's 20.5 carat diamond ring |
Family of Kim Kardashian is apparently had mixed feelings with her engagement news. Kris Jenner, the mother of reality TV star, has given her consent to her celebrity daughter's relationship with NBA star Kris Humpries of New Jersey Nets.
While her younger brother Robert ‘Rob’ Kardashian seems unhappy with the engagement news of his sister.
During a radio interview given to The Hollywood 5, the young man had reservations about the union: "I'm not sure what marriage because my sister was always so ... It took a lot of relationships and she always ends up choosing the wrong boy and be injured. But you know, Kris is still a good guy. "Nice, as noted.
Rob has even added history to imply that everyone would notice her in the family: "We were right in the family dinner, and we did not understand what was happening. Kim arrived with a ring, but we did not honor what she wore. We did not believe her when she told us, we thought it was a joke. "
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