Profile
Famous as :
Soul/Jazz singerBirth Name :
Adele Laurie Blue AdkinsBirth Date :
May 05, 1988Birth Place :
Tottenham, London, UKClaim to fame :
Single "Chasing Pavements" (2008)
Kris Allen Working With Adele and Duffy's Collaborator
September 30, 2009 01:09:49Kris Allen is hitting studio with British songwriter/producer Eg White, the same man who contributed to Adele and Duffy's albums. Breaking the news is the winner of "American Idol" season 8 himself on his Twitter by giving a riddle and inviting fans to guess it.
Kris Allen will release his first studio installment in U.S. on November 17. For the effort, he gets help from The Calling's vocalist, Alex Band, and will enter studio with Kevin Rudolf in October. He is also said to work with The Fray's guitarist Joe King and acclaimed producers Salaam Remi (Nas, Amy Winehouse) and Claude Kelly (Leona Lewis, Akon).
Video: Miley Cyrus, Leona Lewis and More Sing on VH1 Divas Concert
September 18, 2009 01:09:23Footage from the revived VH1 Divas Concert has arrived, featuring live performances from young artists, such as Miley Cyrus and Leona Lewis. During the September 17 gig, Miley delivered "Party in the U.S.A", and Leona sang "Happy".
Other headliners also performed their latest singles. Kelly Clarkson entertained concertgoers with "Already Gone", and Jordin Sparks invited audience to dance with "S.O.S. (Let the Music Play)". As for Jennifer Hudson and Adele, both of them brought the first singles from their debut albums. Jennifer came out with "Spotlight", and Adele took the stage with "Hometown Glory".
Miley Cyrus Will Duet With Sheryl Crow on VH1 Divas Concert
September 17, 2009 11:09:39Who will be joining forces with whom on upcoming VH1 Divas Concert has been revealed. Miley Cyrus is set to collaborate with Sheryl Crow, Adele is scheduled to share stage with India.Arie, and Jennifer Hudson will team up with Stevie Wonder.
Furthermore, it is announced that Jordin Sparks will make a duet with Martina McBride, Kelly Clarkson will perform alongside Melissa Etheridge, and Leona Lewis is staged to take the mic with Cyndi Lauper. In addition to newly-announced duets, the headliners will also showcase their singing talent on individual set.
2009 MOBO Awards Nominees Announced, Beyonce Knowles Gets 3 Kudos
August 27, 2009 10:08:43In a party taking place on August 26 at Mayfair Hotel in London, nominees for this year's MOBO Awards were uncovered. Those who got multiple kudos were Beyonce Knowles, Kanye West, Dizzee Rascal, Chipmunk and N-Dubz among others.
Beyonce, Kanye and Dizzee received three nominations each. Meanwhile, Chipmunk and N-Dubz led the pack, shadowing them all with four nods each. "It is a reflection of the industry that the guys are dominating the UK nominations, but we have identified a lot of young female talent coming through," Kanya King, the awards' founder, commented on the nominees list.
Beyonce Knowles Said to Record a Duet With Adele
April 29, 2009 01:04:37Beyonce Knowles is rumored to enter recording booth with Adele and make a duet with the British singer. They reportedly will work on the collaborative project during Beyonce's stay in Europe for her on-going "I Am..." world tour, which is conducted to support her third set "I Am...Sasha Fierce".
"Beyonce loves Adele's voice and her music, and Adele is really excited," a source says as quoted by The Sun. "She grew up listening to Destiny's Child and they are still her favorite group. It's her dream to record with Beyonce."
Adele to Sing at an 'Ugly Betty' Wedding
April 15, 2009 04:04:53Despite being shelved contemporary, "Ugly Betty" is still trying hard to keep up with the pace. And to revamp the show, the producers have invited British singer Adele to appear in a future episode when it comes back to its regular Thursday slot in May.
She will be performing a song at a photo shoot "that culminates into a surprise wedding," according to a press release by ABC. There is no further detail released for the episode, including what song will be performed and whose wedding it will be.
Winners List of 51st Annual Grammy Awards
February 09, 2009 11:02:52Robert Plant and Alison Krauss walked out of the 51st Annual Grammy Awards with another nod. Through their collaborative album "Raising Sand", the two musicians got the coveted Album of the Year title.
The duet effort has successfully put aside Coldplay's "Viva La Vida", Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter III", Ne-Yo's "Year of the Gentleman" and Radiohead's "In Rainbows". Previously, the record was also announced as Best Contemporary Folk/Americana Album.
51st Grammys: Adele Announced as Best New Artist
February 09, 2009 09:02:33Adele was unveiled as Best New Artist during the gala ceremony of 2009 Grammy Awards. While handed the trophy for the prestigious award, she admitted to "gonna cry." Adele was also honored Best Female Pop Vocal Performance for her song "Chasing Pavements". Announced on Grammy.com, she won over such contenders as Sara Bareilles' "Love Song", Duffy's "Mercy", Leona Lewis' "Bleeding Love", Katy Perry's "I Kissed a Girl", and Pink's "So What".
Prior to the announcement of Best New Artist, Jonas Brothers entertained audience, teaming up with Stevie Wonder. They delivered the threesome's hit single "Burnin' Up", which is included in the band's third studio album "A Little Bit Longer". Another live performer was Katy Perry, who sang smash hit "I Kissed a Girl".
Complete Nominations List of 2009 BRIT Awards
January 21, 2009 09:01:12Nominations for this year's BRIT Awards have been revealed on January 20 at London's Roundhouse. Coldplay and Duffy are among those nominated in multiple categories, leading with four kudos each.
While Coldplay face off Elbow, Girls Aloud, Radiohead and Take That for Best British Group title, Duffy enters a battle with Adele, Beth Rowley, Estelle and M.I.A. in Best British Female Solo Artist. Beside listed in separate categories, the two also compete against each other in MasterCard British Album and the long list of Best British Single.
Adele Doubts Jonas Brothers' Celibacy Vows
November 08, 2008 02:11:06Jonas Brothers have been very open about their commitment to stay virgin until they get married, but British singer Adele doubts the boys will resist the temptation to have sex as they are always surrounded by many female fans. "Millions of girls fancy them! If the Jonas Brothers are virgins - then I'm a man," she tells Glamour magazine.
Though admitting she is one of Kevin Jonas, Nick Jonas, and Joe Jonas' fans, Adele believes they will sooner or later break their celibacy vows. Neither of the singer brothers has offered defense on Adele's statement just yet.
Adele Heads for New York to Write New LP
July 21, 2008 04:07:18British soul singer Adele revealed more details about her upcoming new LP process stating that she will write the new songs for her upcoming record in New York. Confirming the news the singer said to the press, "I want to write my second album in New York. I'd live there for a bit, but I'd always come back to London."
The singer stated the reason that she wanted to go abroad to write her new tracks because she was too comfortable in her hometown (London, England) and it makes her difficult to write new materials. "I'm trying to write songs at the moment but I'm really happy so I'm struggling," she said.
Artist of the Week: Adele
June 16, 2008 12:06:29She has been dubbed the next Amy Winehouse. She has had a number one album in U.K. at the age of 19. She doesn't need to fit in the ideal music industry weight to be in the mainstream. She is Adele, a British new sensation that has been dubbed the 'It' girl of soul, and it's easy to see why.
With distinctive voice, Adele comes up right on track as one of the most promising music acts Britain has. With the budding interest on soul and jazz sounds that have been mapped out by Winehouse, her single "Chasing the Pavements" easily slips to people's ears as catchy and notable. The single went straight to #2 on U.K. Singles chart on downloads alone. When the album "19" was released in U.K. in January 2008, the sale went wild that it debuted at #1 on the Albums chart and went on selling more than 300,000 copies.
Adele Can't Write Happy Songs
May 19, 2008 03:05:54Soul singer Adele recently revealed a surprising statement regarding her songs inspiration. The British singer said that the idea for the songs that she writes usually comes when she is feeling depressed.
The singer revealed the fact to the press saying that she can't make new material when she's feeling happy because she would be too busy enjoying her fun time. "I ain't got time to write songs when I'm happy as I'm out having fun," Adele said.
Video Premiere: Adele's 'Cold Shoulder'
May 08, 2008 01:05:35A new music video for English singer Adele has got its official premiere on May 7, 2008. The video sees the soul singer singing in a dark room with lots of ice statues around her.
The new clip which was shot in February 2008 in London, is made to accompany Adele's third single "Cold Shoulder". The single, that has been released on April 21, was derived from her debut album "19" released on January 28.
British Sensation Adele to Release Debut Album Stateside
March 22, 2008 02:03:44English soul singer Adele has signed a major U.S. deal to release her debut album Stateside. The 19-year-old who was also naming the album "19" in U.K. will service it to the U.S. this Summer under Columbia.
Her U.K. label XL Recordings arranged the deal and its rep Richard Russell commented, "She wants to work it properly, and put in time there. People are really excited about her over there." Adele, catapulted to success through her hit single "Chasing Pavements" that sent the album going straight to #1 in U.K. Albums chart earlier this year.
Shannon Elizabeth to Learn Cooking in Hell's Kitchen
August 15, 2007 10:08:51
An actress and former fashion model, Shannon Elizabeth is not good at all at cooking. Yet, the beauty best known for her portrayal as Nadia in the hit movie "American Pie" (1999), is willing to improve her cooking skills, thus has signed on for the reality TV show "Hell's Kitchen".
"I'm a horrible cook because I always try to do it with oil, no butter - no flavor," the actress revealed. "Nobody else will ever eat it. My housekeeper now cooks."
Most Women Fantasize About Daniel Craig While Making Love to Their Partners
December 07, 2006 09:12:45
His being the first blonde Bond in "Casino Royale" has resulted in many negative response. Nonetheless, that role has also helped launching Daniel Craig into the galaxy of superstardom. Thanks to the success of the flick that not only he has become a hot commodity in Hollywood, but also turned into a sought after movie star. On top of all, he has become the darling of many women.
In a recent Internet poll, Craig's name is on the top number one as man most women fantasize about while making love to their partners. His being on the top spot of the poll obviously leaving X Factor judge Simon Cowell on second place. Ranked 3rd on the poll of 1,000 adults is Jesse Metcalfe, followed after by David Beckham at 4th and Brad Pitt at No. 5.
