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2009 AMAs: Full Winners List, Taylor Swift Takes Top Honor
November 23, 2009 11:11:05After several artists including Alicia Keys, Eminem and Timbaland made live performances, Toni Braxton appeared alongside Keri Hilson to announce that Jay-Z has won Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Male Artist. When collecting the award, the rapper used that moment to thank Alicia Keys for her support in "Empire State of Mind".
Minutes later, the top honor of the evening was announced by Ryan Seacrest. It's Taylor Swift who was crowned Artist of the Year, pushing aside Kings of Leon, Lady GaGa, Eminem and Michael Jackson.
2009 AMAs: Taylor Swift Wins Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist
November 23, 2009 09:11:592009 American Music Awards has just been kicked off and several early winners have been unveiled at the November 22 ceremony. After Janet Jackson performed a medley of her hit singles, Paula Abdul took the stage to announce Black Eyed Peas as Favorite Pop/Rock Band, Duo or Group.
Presented by Jason Aldean and Kristen Bell, the next award, this time for Favorite Country Band, Duo or Group, was given to Rascal Flatts. They beat Sugarland and Zac Brown Band, winning the category for four years in a row.
Black Eyed Peas to Perform at 2010 Grammy Nominations Concert
November 11, 2009 03:11:18Multiple Grammy award-winning act Black Eyed Peas are confirmed to make a live performance on December 2 when "The Grammy Nominations Concert Live!! - Countdown to Music's Biggest Night" is held. Hosting the gig, meanwhile, will be LL Cool J who has tweeted his excitement on Twitter.
Rihanna, who won Best Rap/Sung Collaboration Grammy in 2007, reportedly is also appointed to attend the event. Other musical guests who will also be past Grammy winners and / or nominees are yet to be announced. The concert will be aired live from Club Nokia in Los Angeles by CBS at 8 P.M. as a one-hour TV special.
List of 36th People's Choice Awards Nominees in Music
November 11, 2009 10:11:49Already leading the nominations pack of 2009 American Music Awards with six nods, Taylor Swift continues her domination in the nominees list of the 36th Annual People's Choice Awards. This time around, the country music singer grabs three kudos in music field.
Taylor is up against her seniors Beyonce Knowles, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood and Pink in Favorite Female Artist. Furthermore, she goes head-to-head with Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts and once again faces off Carrie in Favorite Country Artist.
Full Nominations List of 2009 AMAs, Taylor Swift Leads With Six Kudos
October 14, 2009 09:10:50During a press event taking place on October 13 at the Beverly Hills Hotel, this year's nominations for American Music Awards have been announced by Adam Lambert, Paula Abdul and Snoop Dogg. The repicients are picked up based on "the data supplied by the Nielsen Company's Broadcast Data Systems, which monitors radio airplay performance, and SoundScan, which tracks retail music sales."
Taylor Swift, whose album "Fearless" has spent more than 30 weeks on Billboard Hot 200, receives six nods followed by Michael Jackson with five and Eminem with four each. The country music beauty is listed as one of the contenders for Favorite Female Artist and Favorite Album in Pop/Rock and Country Music categories. Also, she is vying for Favorite Artist in Adult Contemporary Music.
Black Eyed Peas Debut 'Meet Me Halfway' Music Video
October 13, 2009 01:10:30Directed by Ben Mor, a music video aimed to support Black Eyed Peas' single "Meet Me Halfway" has been uncovered. "This is a very different type of video ... 'Boom Boom Pow' was very futuristic and 'I Gotta Feeling' had a party vibe, but this is more artistic video. It's very arty," apl.de.ap commented on the video.
The video features the four members of the Hip-Hop group being separated in different places and going on a quest to find each other. Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie is seen in some sort of jungle, while Taboo is an astronaut flying in the outer space near the sun. As for will.i.am and apl.de.ap, both of them are captured on the desert. While will.i.am is riding an elephant, apl.de.ap is walking on foot.
2009 ALMA Awards Honorees in Music
August 26, 2009 11:08:15A press conference unveiling nominations of 2009 NCLR ALMA Awards has been conducted in Los Angeles with "Desperate Housewives" star Eva Longoria and Janet Murguia, President and CEO of NCLR (National Council of La Raza), attending the event as its announcers. In music field, it was revealed that the likes of David Archuleta, Pitbull, Demi Lovato and Christina Aguilera appear in the list.
Celebrating the outstanding achievements of Latinos in entertainment, this year's ALMA Awards will take place on September 17 at Royce Hall on the UCLA campus and broadcast the next day at 8:00 - 10:00 P.M. EST on ABC. This will be the first time the awards is conducted during National Hispanic Heritage Month, in which American learn about the Latino community and celebrate the contributions that Latinos have made to the country throughout its history.
Black Eyed Peas and Tim McGraw to Kick Off 2009 NFL
August 13, 2009 02:08:48Both Black Eyed Peas and Tim McGraw have been recruited to open this year's NFL game. The Hip-Hop act and the country music singer are set to perform their songs in front of football fans on September 10.
The gig will be held at Point State Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and staged as a free concert. The event will be conducted before the game between XLIII Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers and the Tennessee Titans is kicked off at Heinz Field.
Full Winner List of 2009 Teen Choice Awards in Music
August 10, 2009 01:08:08David Archuleta won big at the 11th Annual Teen Choice Awards. The winner of "American Idol" season seven who didn't attend the event brought home three surfboards in music field, dominating the music winners list.
David's single "Crush" was named Choice Music Love Song, beating Beyonce Knowles' "Halo", Jonas Brothers' "Lovebug", Jesse McCartney's "How Do You Sleep?" and Taylor Swift's "Love Story". Another prize, Choice Music Tour, was gained by David from his joint tour with Demi Lovato.
Black Eyed Peas, Britney Spears to Sing at 2009 Teen Choice Awards
August 06, 2009 01:08:42Black Eyed Peas and Britney Spears have been added to the performers list of 2009 Teen Choice Awards. In addition to those musicians, Sean Kingston, who recently admitted about writing song for Rihanna, has also been recruited as a musical guest.
Previously-announced performer at the awards is "Hannah Montana" star Miley Cyrus. The Disney teen actress is confirmed to deliver her brand new song "Party in the USA" at the annual event airing Monday, August 10 at 8:00 -10:00 PM ET/PT on FOX.
Tracklisting for 'NOW That's What I Call Music 31' Revealed
June 29, 2009 05:06:42"NOW That's What I Call Music", which includes Black Eyed Peas' chart-topper "Boom Boom Pow", is set to be put forward for purchase across United States on June 30. In companion to the release date announcement, the tracklisting for the compilation album is also revealed.
Among other hit singles appearing in the list are "Poker Face" from Lady GaGa, "Halo" from Beyonce Knowles and "Kiss Me Thru the Phone" from Soulja Boy. New rapper Kid Cudi also has a song called "Day 'N' Nite" included in it. Greater than that, there is "Note to God", a song from YouTube singing sensation Charice as well.
Details of Black Eyed Peas' Manager and will.i.am's Altercation With Perez Hilton
June 23, 2009 11:06:24Black Eyed Peas' member will.i.am and the band's manager Polo Molina were involved in a heated argument with Perez Hilton outside a club in Toronto, Canada on Sunday night, June 21, after attending an after-party for 2009 MuchMusic Video Awards which was held at the particular venue. The war of words then escalated, leading Perez to get punched by someone on his face. After that, he was overheard calling will.i.am "you're not a f**king artist ... you're a f**king f*ggot," as claimed by TMZ which obtained an exclusive video of the confrontation.
And though the gossip blogger's attacker couldn't be identified because there were many people at the scene, the attack then led to Polo's arrest by local police on a single count of assault. He is ordered to appear in court on August 5. Post the confrontation, Perez quickly tweeted, "I was assaulted by will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas and his security guards. I am bleeding. Please, I need to file a police report. No joke." He also claimed Polo hit him in the head for two or three times.
Full Winners of 2009 MuchMusic Video Awards, Nickelback Lead the Pack
June 22, 2009 11:06:57Winners for this year's MuchMusic Video Awards have been announced at a gala ceremony taking place on June 21, and Nickelback walked home with the most kudos. This Canadian rock band received three awards.
Nickelback got Post Production of the Year and MuchLOUD Rock Video of the Year for their "Gotta Be Somebody" video. Moreover, they bagged the top prize, Video of the Year, winning over Danny Fernandes, k-os, Marianas Trench and The Stills.
Video: Black Eyed Peas Sing on NBC's Today Concert Series
June 13, 2009 02:06:47Black Eyed Peas treated fans with live appearances during their visit at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City as a musical guest on NBC's Today Concert Series on June 12. This Hip-Hop group sang three songs, "Boom Boom Pow", "I Gotta Feeling" and "Pump It".
In related news, one of Black Eyed Peas' personnels Stacy Ferguson a.k.a Fergie said the band will "utilize a lot of the technology" for upcoming tour to support their newly-released studio album "The E.N.D." She explained to Billboard, "It's going to be the biggest tour, production-wise, that we've ever done. We're actually planing for that now, which we've never done before - actually plan for a tour."
CBS' 2009 Fall Promo: The New Series
June 11, 2009 02:06:22Declaring itself as "America's Most Watched Network", CBS has launched a promo for its Fall 2009 line-up. A video is released to welcome the network's new series such as "Accidentally on Purpose", "NCIS: Los Angeles", "The Good Wife", "Three Rivers" and NBC-dumped "Medium".
The Fall promo is utilizing Black Eyed Peas' new single "I Gotta Feeling" which has the line "I gotta feeling that tonight's gonna be a good (good) night". The executive vice president of CBS Marketing Group, Ron Scalera, said previously that they wanted to achieve "a positive message" to lead their summerlong promotional campaign. "The Black Eyed Peas know how to make hits, and we know their music can help us make some hits of our own," Ron added.
Artist of the Week: Black Eyed Peas
June 08, 2009 11:06:04Having sold an estimated 15 million records worldwide with four studio albums since 1998, Black Eyed Peas return with "The E.N.D." in 2009. In a bid to satisfy their fans with new sounds, this band bring in "new people ... software programmers" to help them working on the record which will hit U.S. market on June 9.
The result is new tracks featuring today's music trend, Auto-Tune, included in the effort. One of the songs is a chart-topper titled "Boom Boom Pow" which is also the album's lead single. Produced by will.i.am, the track firmly sits at number one on Billboard Hot 100 for nine consecutive weeks, making it 2009 longest running number 1 song on the chart so far.
Black Eyed Peas' New Single Used as CBS' Anthem
June 05, 2009 11:06:13Black Eyed Peas' new single called "I Gotta Feeling" has been chosen as soundtrack for CBS' summer marketing campaign. Starting with telecast of the 63rd annual Tony Awards on June 7, the song will be used to promote the network's fall schedule for the next few months.
On the reason of choosing the track for CBS' theme song, Ron Scalera, executive vice president and creative director at CBS Marketing Group, is apparently impressed with the song's lyrics which contain lines "I gotta feeling that tonight's gonna be a good (good) night." He says, "We were looking for a positive message to lead our summerlong promotional campaign. The Black Eyed Peas know how to make hits, and we know their music can help us make some hits of our own."
Music Video for Black Eyed Peas' 'I Gotta Feeling'
May 30, 2009 09:05:42A music video, which is claimed to haven't been finalized just yet, for Black Eyed Peas' new single "I Gotta Feeling" has hit the web. It starts with a scene where Stacy Ferguson a.k.a Fergie and will.i.am are captured in the dressing room, and continues with all the band's members going out for a party.
"I Gotta Feeling" is a song taken from Black Eyed Peas' upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D." The track samples David Guetta's "Love Is Gone" and has been debuted on May 21 as part of a "countdown to 'The E.N.D.'"
Black Eyed Peas' New Song 'Alive' Revealed
May 25, 2009 03:05:19A brand new song titled "Alive" from Black Eyed Peas has been uncovered, heavily featuring Auto-Tune on the hook. It will appear among new materials in the Hip-Hop group's fifth studio album "The E.N.D."
As a pre-cursor to their soon-to-be-released effort, Black Eyed Peas will put out one promotional single per week until the album is dropped in U.S. on June 9. "Alive" will be released on iTunes on May 26, and it will be followed by another track called "Meet Me Halfway".
Video: Black Eyed Peas and More Singing in 'American Idol' Finale
May 22, 2009 10:05:30Video performances from the star-studded result show of "American Idol" finale have been found, featuring Black Eyed Peas, David Cook and many more. Black Eyed Peas shared the stage with the Top 13 girls and sang Stacy Ferguson's single "Glamorous", while David performed solo with his song "Permanent".
Other musicians rocking the May 20 result night were Jason Mraz, Keith Urban, Cyndi Lauper, Lionel Richie and Carlos Santana. Jason delivered his hit single "I'm Yours" with Anoop Desai, Alexis Grace and the rest of the Top 13, while Keith made a duet with this season's Idol winner Kris Allen, singing "Kiss the Girl".
Black Eyed Peas' New Song 'Imma Be' Uncovered
May 19, 2009 09:05:03A never-before-heard song entitled "Imma Be" from Black Eyed Peas has hit the web. Coming from the band's upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D.", it will be dropped on iTunes on May 19.
Meanwhile, "The E.N.D." which stands for "The Energy Never Dies" is scheduled to be released in U.S. on June 9. The first single off the forthcoming set is called "Boom Boom Pow" and has peaked at the top spot on Billboard Hot 100.
Video: Black Eyed Peas Singing in 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'
May 06, 2009 10:05:25Black Eyed Peas have made live appearances in popular talk show "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on May 4, and the video footage showing their performance has arrived. They delivered two songs, new chart-topper "Boom Boom Pow" and 2006 hit single "Pump It".
Two days after being performed in Ellen DeGeneres' show, the lead single off the band's upcoming effort "The E.N.D." will be brought to "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" stage. Then, on June 9 when the new album hits U.S. stores, it will be delivered in "Late Show with David Letterman".
Official Cover Art of Black Eyed Peas' New Album 'The E.N.D.'
May 01, 2009 09:05:17Black Eyed Peas' upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D." has finally got an official cover art. Posted by will.i.am on his Dipdive blog, the artwork arrives as a headshot of a person with the name of the Hip-Hop group and the title of their new effort attached on his forehead.
Regarding the picture, will.i.am shares his thought noting that the photo is "the face of digital energy." He elaborates further, "This is what we look like when Fergie [Stacy Ferguson], apl [apl.de.ap], Taboo and will.i.am combine digitally. We are one in this image... This is 'The E.N.D'!!!!"
Black Eyed Peas Hope to Serve as Michael Jackson's Opening act
April 30, 2009 02:04:15Black Eyed Peas want to open for Michael Jackson when the pop singer starts his "This Is It" concert series at London's O2 Arena. Revealing the Peas' interest of becoming Michael's opening act was one of the group's members, will.i.am.
"We've never played there, but Michael Jackson's hogging all the freakin' days!" so will.i.am shared during the Los Angeles premiere of his movie "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" on April 28. "So I'm gonna call him up and be like: 'Yo wassup Michael, let us open up for you!'"
New Remix Version of Black Eyed Peas' 'Boom Boom Pow' Feat. Kid Cudi
April 25, 2009 12:04:00After a remix version of Black Eyed Peas' single "Boom Boom Pow" emerged last week with 50 Cent's vocals featured on the hook, another remix version for the track has arrived, this time having Kid Cudi as a guest star. Greater than that, the collaborative track between the group's members and Cudi also contains new beat and lyrics.
"Boom Boom Pow" is the first single from Black Eyed Peas' upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D.", due for U.S. release on June 9. Produced by will.i.am, the track is currently holding the top spot on Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in a row.
Video Premiere: Black Eyed Peas' 'Boom Boom Pow'
April 20, 2009 08:04:14Black Eyed Peas have come out bringing a music video to support their new single titled "Boom Boom Pow". In the video directed by Matthew Cullen, will.i.am and his bandmates are seen being born "into the digital afterlife."
"So the transformation is us going into a sort of birth or cocoon," Stacy Ferguson a.k.a Fergie previously said about the concept of the video. "And coming out the other end as forms of energy. It's a parallel to the music industry. Now everything is downloaded."
Black Eyed Peas' 'Boom Boom Pow' Remix Feat. 50 Cent
April 17, 2009 10:04:20A remix version for Black Eyed Peas' new single "Boom Boom Pow" has come out. It has the group's members will.i.am, Stacy Ferguson a.k.a Fergie, Taboo and apl.de.ap joining forces with rapper 50 Cent.
"Boom Boom Pow" is the first single from Black Eyed Peas' upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D." Produced by will.i.am, the track is currently sitting at number one on Billboard Hot 100, selling more than 804,000 copies in just two weeks.
Possible Cover Art and Tracklisting of Black Eyed Peas' 'The E.N.D.'
April 14, 2009 11:04:26A new picture of Black Eyed Peas has come out. While their official website claims that the snap is a promo picture for their upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D.", reports in the media suggest that the photo will actually serve as the cover art of the new album.
The picture shows Stacy Ferguson a.k.a Fergie being sandwiched by will.i.am and apl.de.ap. Meanwhile, Taboo is captured bending his legs in front of them.
No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100, Black Eyed Peas Release On-Set of 'Boom Boom Pow' Music Video
April 10, 2009 08:04:46Black Eyed Peas' "Boom Boom Pow" lands atop Billboard Hot 100. The first single off their upcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D." gains more than 400,000 digital downloads in its first week sale.
In another related news, a music video for the song has been available to peek through a newly-found behind-the-scenes video footage. A commentary from the group's members concerning the concept of the Matthew Cullen-directed video is also included in it.
Black Eyed Peas, Jonas Brothers and More Tapped for NBC's 'Today' Concert Series
April 03, 2009 11:04:23Black Eyed Peas and Jonas Brothers are among big groups recruited to entertain concertgoers at 2009 "Toyota Concert Series on Today". will.i.am and friends will be singing on June 12, while the Jonas boys are set to perform on June 19.
Other performers include No Doubt, Jennifer Hudson, Flo Rida, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, The All-American Rejects and many more. The Gwen Stefani-fronted band will kick off the annual concert series on May 1, while the others will be making a live appearance on the following days.
Black Eyed Peas Snapped as Superheroes for 'The E.N.D.' Promo Pic
March 25, 2009 04:03:58Gearing up to release their new album "The E.N.D.", Black Eyed Peas have started doing photo shoot for the record. In a picture posted on their official website, the four members of the Hip-Hop group are seen striking poses as superheroes.
apl.de.ap is shown stretching his hands, using them as a pair of wing to fly, while Stacy Ferguson a.k.a Fergie is shot placing her left hand on her waist and staring at something unseen. As for Taboo and will.i.am, they are both captured bending their legs as if they are ready to run and jump at any threat that may come to them.
Black Eyed Peas' Brand New Song 'Boom Boom Pow'
February 23, 2009 08:02:06A brand new single entitled "Boom Boom Pow" performed by Black Eyed Peas has been uncovered. Mostly containing Auto-Tune, it is confirmed to be the first single off their upcoming studio effort "The E.N.D (The Energy Never Dies)".
Carrying "a lot of dance stuff, real melodic, electronic, soulful" music, Black Eyed Peas' new album will make its way out in U.S. on June 9 via Interscope Records. In support of the record, they will embark on a tour across the globe with complete tour dates expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Black Eyed Peas' New Album Gets Release Date
February 18, 2009 09:02:31Black Eyed Peas' forthcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D (The Energy Never Dies)" has finally got a release date. Carrying "a lot of dance stuff, real melodic, electronic, soulful" music, the new effort will make its way out in U.S. on June 9 via Interscope Records.
For the album's first single, the band plan to release a song called "Boom Boom Pow" sometime soon. After the track makes its debut, they will embark on a tour across the globe with complete tour dates expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Taboo Confirms Wife's Pregnancy, Feeling 'Very Excited'
February 07, 2009 10:02:30Rap star Taboo of music act Black Eyed Peas has exclusively confirmed to US Weekly that his wife Jaymie Dizon is pregnant with their first child. "We're very excited," so he said in a statement.
Jaymie, who is a fashion publicist, is expected to give birth to the baby she is carrying later this summer. As of press time, there has yet record on the sex of the upcoming baby.
will.i.am's New Barack Obama-Inspired Track 'America's Song' Premiered
January 20, 2009 08:01:48will.i.am has debuted his latest Barack Obama-inspired single "America's Song" on January 19. Premiering it on "The Oprah Winfrey Show", he collaborated with Seal, Bono, Mary J. Blige and Faith Hill for the live appearance.
"America's Song" is a track crafted by the Black Eyed Peas' member teaming up with composer David Foster. It contains lyrics narrating, "America is beautiful/ My America, your America, our America is beautiful." It is available for free download on Oprah.com until Tuesday, January 20 at 5 P.M. ET.
Same Black Eyed Peas Energy on Upcoming 'The E.N.D'
December 17, 2008 03:12:59One of the Black Eyed Peas' members Taboo opened up that the band's forthcoming fifth studio album "The E.N.D (The Energy Never Dies)" will be loaded with the same energy the band had in previous albums. "Same Black Eyed Pea energy. A lot of international inspiration," he said.
"will.i.am was doing X-Men the new movie ['X-Men Origins: Wolverine'], so he got inspired in Australia to do electro music," Taboo explained further at the re-opening of the Conga room in Los Angeles. "So we fused electro with hip-hop and made our own mesh."
will.i.am Talks Black Eyed Peas' Forthcoming 'The E.N.D'
December 06, 2008 12:12:28In an interview, Black Eyed Peas' member will.i.am reveals that he plans to make the band's upcoming LP "The E.N.D (The Energy Never Dies)" as a "music diary." He tells Billboard, "It's a diary ... of music that at any given time, depending on the inspiration, you can add to it."
"When it comes out, there'll be 12 songs on it, but the next day there could be 100 songs, 50 sketches, 1,000 blogs all (online) around 'The End' so the energy really, truly never dies," will.i.am explains further. "I'm trying to break away from the concept of an album. What is an album when you put 12 songs on iTunes and people can pick at it like scabs? That's not an album. There is no album anymore."
Black Eyed Peas Preparing for 'The E.N.D'
October 10, 2008 10:10:04Hip Hop group Black Eyed Peas are close to release their upcoming fifth major studio album. Called "The E.N.D", the album is recorded at Metropolis studios in London and it is expected to be completed on October 15. "I'll be finishing the record Oct. 15," will.i.am tells Billboard.
The album title doesn't refer to the band's final record, though. "No, no ... it stands for 'The Energy Never Dies,'" he explains as questioned if the title indicates that the band will end their singing careers as a group.
Internal Rift in Black Eyed Peas Prompts Tour Cancellation
August 19, 2008 01:08:31A new album is imminent for Black Eyed Peas but a tour is unlikely. Reports are saying that there is an internal rift in the group that may cost them a world tour in support of the new effort. Member will.i.am reportedly is furious with the only female member Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie for not putting the band as a priority.
A source told New York gossip column, Page Six that Fergie is more focused on her movie career rather than her music career as a Peas. The source said that Fergie "won't commit to a tour schedule to promote the album" and that musical piece "Nine", that starts shooting in Europe, is her "priority right now".
Black Eyed Peas Performer Taboo Gets Hitched
July 14, 2008 10:07:53One of the Black Eyed Peas performers walked down the aisle Saturday, July 12 and it's not Stacy Ferguson. The hip-hop/pop group's Taboo wed his fiancee Jaymie Dizon at St. Andrews Catholic Church in Pasadena, Calif., a representative for the couple told People magazine.
The newlyweds exchanged diamond and platinum wedding bands, which matched the bride's Neil Lane engagement ring. Served as the best man was the groom's childhood friend and manager Polo Molina. Further details were not disclosed.
Black Eyed Peas Not Boycotting China
April 30, 2008 01:04:25Although recently there have been many protests and boycotts thread for China, the Black Eyed Peas refuse to follow the current. One of their members will.i.am, confirms that they will still play a concert or tour in China.
Despite acknowledging that the incident in China was a mess, to the press will stated that it's not right to put the blame on all of the Chinese people. "They have all this Chinese boycott stuff - they want to boycott the games, but do the people get punished when they have nothing to do with what's going on?" will said.
Black Eyed Peas to Add Cheryl Cole as Member?
April 29, 2008 04:04:39New rumor sparks from Black Eyed Peas claiming that they might add Cheryl Cole to the group in case Stacy Ferguson a.k.a. Fergie decides to leave them. The news surfaces after one of the group members will.i.am make a comment on Cheryl saying, "If we didn't (have) Fergie, she (Cole) would be in the Peas that's how cool she is."
Will reveals his statements after he worked with the Girls Aloud's member on his new single "Heartbreaker". Besides him, at the moment, all the members of the group are finishing their own solo project, including Fergie.
Black Eyed Peas' Taboo Being a 'Street Fighter'
February 19, 2008 03:02:20Setting his feet in the movie biz, the Black Eyed Peas' rapper Taboo has become the latest addition to action adventure "Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li". According to Variety, the hip-hop artist will be joining Kristin Kreuk, Michael Clarke Duncan, Chris Klein and Rick Yune in the project.
Despite the fact that it was said that the 32-year-old rapper has been signed in, further details about what role he will be playing hasn't been revealed. Still, Variety reported that the man that has made a cameo appearance in John Travolta's "Be Cool" joined the cast with "Pathfinder" actress Moon Bloodgood, Singapore's Edmund Chen and Hong Kong film star Cheng Pei Pei.
Too Noisy, Black Eyed Peas' Concert Cut Short
December 13, 2007 11:12:47The noise level at a Black Eyed Peas concert was too high that police officers were forced to cut it short. The law enforcer received complaints from local residents in San Diego, California when the R'n'B group performed outdoor on Monday night, December 10.
The residents whose range reach as far as two miles away, sent the police down to the venue when the 11.15 P.M. curfew was ignored. Upon receiving the news, singer Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie calmly told the crowd that they would have to end the show earlier than scheduled.
James Blunt's 'You're Beautiful' Makes People Want to Hurt Others
August 22, 2007 03:08:19
Moderate popularity seems to be a better option this time for James Blunt as his claim to fame hit 'You're Beautiful' tops another infamous chart. The single that went #1 on most countries' chart has been listed at #1 for songs that used to be enjoyed but now makes people want to hurt others.
A poll was gathered by RollingStones.com's Rock List column and Blunt's hit beat Black Eyed Peas' 'My Hump' and Smash Mouth's 'All Star'. The songs that are considerably new are followed in the fourth and fifth post with old pieces 'Don't Worry be Happy' by Bobby McFerrin and 'YMCA' by Village People respectively.
will.i.am Tapped to Design Exclusive New Uniform for Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos
June 21, 2007 10:06:51
A hip hop musician and founding member of the Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am has been tapped by Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos to design a new uniform collection exclusively for Hard Rock Hotels property.
"Designing clothes for Hard Rock Hotels was an exciting and challenging proposition that, given my background and own line, I was eager to accept," will.i.am said on the project. "My goal was to create a look that exudes upscale rock 'n roll, leveraging the essence of the brand while contemporizing the staff's wardrobe to provide a more stylistic and fashion-forward appearance."
No Worries, Black Eyed Peas Still Here
June 09, 2007 02:06:41
Increasing worry among fans with their respective successful solo careers, will.i.am
apl.de.ap, Taboo and Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie are forming together again as Black Eyed Peas. The group tells fans to keep on crossing finger for a new album next year.
Speaking on behalf of the band, Fergie who has the most and apparent success in career so far, confirms that she isn't leaving the band. She said, "We don't have an album yet, a Black Eyed Peas album. We haven't had time; everybody's been constantly working, as we always do. But we will have an album. We're not going away."
Live Earth Concerts, Big Event with Big Lineups
April 11, 2007 09:04:31
Held on July 7, 2007 across 7 continents, Live Earth Concerts self-declares that it is an event that is worth it. Lineups for both UK and US have been announced and they are the ones who will attract billions of audience and promote the fight against global warming.
Performing at London's Wembley Stadium are Beastie Boys, Black Eyed Peas, Bloc Party, Corinne Bailey Rae, Damien Rice, David Gray, Duran Duran, Foo Fighters, Genesis, James Blunt, John Legend, Keane, Madonna, Paolo Nutini, Razorlight, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Snow Patrol.
Music Champs in Nick's Kids Choice Award 2007
April 02, 2007 10:04:49
In its slimiest mode ever, Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Award 2007 has burst out its winners in the music category.
Acting as the host of the event this year, Justin Timberlake not only got the most green goo but also brought home the Favorite Male Singer award. Self-proclaiming 'old JT' he said, "I feel like a grandpa up here, but this is awesome!" upon his acceptance speech.
20th Annual Kids' Choice Awards Reveals Its Music Nominees!
March 15, 2007 04:03:14
The Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards is back for its 20th round. A cluster of music nominees has been announced in four separate categories.
Lining up to win Favorite Song are Daniel Powter's "Bad Day", Gnarls Barkley's "Crazy", Shakira's "Hips Don't Lie" featuring Wyclef Jean and also Beyonce Knowles' "Irreplaceable".
"Save Our Selves" (SOS) Campaign Launched
February 16, 2007 02:02:28
Numbers of Hollywood celebrities, including the likes of Cameron Diaz and Pharrell Williams, are teaming up to combat climate crisis. Together with those stars, former vice president Al Gore, announced Thursday Feb 15th at the California Science Center in Los Angeles the launching of an international campaign to promote global warming awareness.
The so-called "Save Our Selves, The Campaign for a Climate in Crisis", founded by Live 8 Executive Producer Kevin Wall, is focused on Live Earth, a 24-hour concert to take place on seven continents on July 7 later this year. There will be more than 100 music acts scheduled to participate, including the likes of Pharrell, John Legend, Black Eyed Peas, Fall Out Boy and Kelly Clarkson.
More on the 49th Annual Grammy Winners
February 12, 2007 12:02:36
Not only two, but five. Dixie Chicks sweeps clean all the five categories they earn at the 49th annual Grammy Awards, thus taking home the awards for Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, and Best Country Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocal all for "Not Ready To Make Nice", plus Album Of The Year and Best Country Album both for "Taking the Long Way".
Also scores an award is Christina Aguilera who wins the Best Female Pop Vocal Performance award for "Ain't No Other Man". American hip-hop group the Black Eyed Peas, in the meantime, earns the Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocal award for their hit "My Humps", while pop sensation Madonna nabs the Best Electronic/Dance Album award for "Confessions on a Dance Floor".
The 34th American Music Awards Winners
November 22, 2006 01:11:48
Musicians from all genres celebrated the 34th annual American Music Awards on Tuesday Nov 21st. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the awards show saw the winning of the Black Eyed Peas, who earned triple, mainly for the categories of Favorite Soul/R&B Band/Duo/Group, Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Band/Duo/Group, and Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album thanks to their LP "Monkey Business".
Awards came in pairs for Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kelly Clarkson, Mary J. Blige and Rascal Flatts. The Red Hot Chili Peppers won the awards for Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group and Favorite Alternative Artist. Clarkson nabbed trophies for Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist and Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist. Blige captured the awards for Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist and Favorite Soul/R&B Album for "The Breakthrough".
Leonardo DiCaprio Finishes at No. 1 on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz of October 2006 Edition
November 02, 2006 05:11:34
Apparently, it's still hard indeed to shake off the male domination on AceShowbiz Celebrity Buzz so far as the list's top spot honor once again goes to another Hollywood actor, who, not very surprisingly, turns out to be Leonardo DiCaprio.
Follows the footsteps of previous chart-toppers like Brandon Routh, Channing Tatum, and Johnny Depp, the striking guy's success to claim the rank surely cannot be separated from the hype surrounding his latest vehicle "The Departed" which sees him stunningly portray a cop working as a mole inside a mob syndicate.
Shakira Leads the 7th Annual Latin Grammy Awards Nominees
September 27, 2006 10:09:47
Colombian pop sensation Shakira leads the nomination list for the seventh annual installment of Latin Grammy Awards with six nods. The songbird is among others nominated for the categories of Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, and Best Short Form Music Video, all for "La Tortura".
She, additionally, also vies for Album Of The Year, Best Female Pop Vocal Album, and Best Short Form Music Video categories for "Fijación Oral, Vol. 1". Following close behind with four nominations are Guatemalan popster Ricardo Arjona, Mexican singer-songwriter Julieta Venegas and Argentinian guitarist and vocalist Gustavo Cerati.
The 2006 MOBO Award Winners
September 21, 2006 11:09:18
Several notable names in the music industry shake-up the 2006 MOBO Awards. Naming that of Beyonce Knowles and Corinne Bailey Rae who both led the winners at the Music of Black Origin award show held in London, with Beyonce won three and Corinne won two.
As of Beyonce, the American star nabbed the Best International Female, Best Song and Best Video awards for "Deja Vu," whereas Corinne took the awards for Best UK Female and the Best UK Newcomer. Other winners included the Black Eyed Peas, who won the Best Group, Jay-Z who was named the Best International Male, Rihanna who took home the prize for Best R&B and Sean Paul who won the Best Reggae.
The 2006 American Music Awards Nominees
September 20, 2006 10:09:42
This year American Music Awards has been over-flown with many famous music figures. For more than a dozen artists vie for two and even three nominations. Among those lucky nominees, there is Red Hot Chili Peppers who leads the nominees with three, which are for Favorite Artist in the Alternative Music category, and Favorite Band, Duo or Group and Favorite Album for their chart-topping "Stadium Arcadium" in the Pop/Rock field.
Alongside the band, there's also Mariah Carey who is up for Favorite Female Artist in both the Pop/Rock and Soul/Rhythm & Blues categories, as well as Favorite Album in the latter category for "The Emancipation of Mimi". Additionally, Black Eyed Peas and Nickelback also get three nominations each, whereas the likes of Mary J. Blige, Eminem, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, T.I., Rascal Flatts, The Pussycat Dolls, Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood, earn two nominations each.
Jibbs and The Pussycat Dolls Rock the 2006 Fashion Rocks
September 08, 2006 08:09:08
Jibbs was one of the many performers took the stage at this year Fashion Rocks, held at the legendary Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
The newbie performs together with music act The Pussy Cat Dolls, taking on Snoop Dogg's featured role on the recorded version of their latest single, "Buttons".
James Blunt Nabbed Best Male Video Award at This Year MTV VMA
September 01, 2006 10:09:23
This year MTV Video Music Awards, held August 31st at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, saw the triumph of James Blunt as the singer nabbed the Best Male Video award for his single "You're Beautiful". In pair with him to take home the Best Female Video award was former "American Idol" Kelly Clarkson, thanks to her single "Because Of You".
Also scored an award at the 23rd annual award event was The All-American Rejects who won the Best Group Video category for "Move Along", and Chamillionaire's "Ridin'" which was chosen as the Best Rap Video. In addition to all, music act The Pussycat Dolls won the Best Dance Video award for their hit single "Buttons", while AFI's "Miss Murder" nabbed the Best Rock Video award.
My Chemical Romance Set to Perform at 2006 MTV VMA Preshow
August 29, 2006 10:08:41
MTV announced Monday August 28th that My Chemical Romance and Stacy Ferguson of the Black Eyed Peas will perform during the "2006 MTV Video Music Awards" pre-show "Red Carpet On The Rock" on Thursday, August 31st at 6:30pm-8:00 pm.
It is reported further that Fergie will open "Red Carpet on the Rock" with a performance of her No. 1 single "London Bridge" from her upcoming album "The Dutchess", in stores September 19th later this year.
Fergie to Release Solo Project in September
August 11, 2006 09:08:46
Stacy Ferguson hit hard the music industry with her solo career. The Black Eyed Peas' frontwoman is done working on her solo album, "The Dutchess", and has just announced plan to have the set for a September 19th release date. The album's first single, "London Bridge," in the meantime also climbs to the top of the Billboard charts, such achievement that becomes an obvious evidence of Fergie's real singing talent.
Back the to the album, "The Dutchess", it will be released via fellow Pea will.i.am's music label named Will.I.Am Music Group.
Jamie Foxx and Beyonce Knowles Grace the Cover of Fashion Rocks
August 03, 2006 10:08:13
Jamie Foxx and Beyonce Knowles are good in making movie and the cover of magazine. Besides becoming a good partner in the upcoming movie "Dreamgirls", the twosome also is suit one another on the cover of "Fashion Rocks", a new style/music magazine hitting stores Tuesday August 8th.
It is said that the newly established magazine is the work of the creative team behind Vogue magazine, including Editor in Chief Anna Wintour.
Black Eyed Peas' Fergie Goes Solo
July 14, 2006 11:07:47
Gaining success and popularity as the vocalist of the American hip-hop and pop group Black Eyed Peas, the time has come for Stacy Ferguson to go solo.
And by now on the time is drawing near for the female singer to have her debut solo album, titled "The Dutchess", touches the market September 19, 2006.
The 2006 BET Awards Winners
June 28, 2006 03:06:29When some other artists nabbed only one award, the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kanye West, Jamie Foxx and Chris Brown were all double winners at the 6th annual BET Awards held Tuesday June 27th, 2006. As of J. Blige, the singer was honored with Female R&B Artist and Video of the Year awards.
Meanwhile, West and Foxx both shared the Duet/Collaboration and Video of the Year awards for their duet on "Gold Digger". Chris Brown, in companion, brought home New Artist award and Viewers' Choice honor thanks to his set of "Yo, Excuse Me Miss". The other award winners were T.I. who was chosen as Male Hip-Hop Artist, Missy Elliott who won the Female Hip-Hop Artist award and Prince who took home Male R&B Artist prize.
Paris Hilton, the Most Searched Artist on VH1
June 24, 2006 09:06:27
This one is another good thing from Paris Hilton. The hotel heiress makes it good as the "Most Searched Celebrity" on VH1.
Well, it looks like everyone likes Paris aside from the many sensation after sensation she has created in Hollywood entertainment industry. Let just be positive about Paris that she's done so much thing, from singing, modeling, acting, even launching her own line of perfume, to strive high in the scene.
Justin Timberlake Is Back, Ready to Release New Album
June 20, 2006 11:06:52
Justin Timberlake is back to the industry and on top of that he's ready to release his new album.
The pop singer is about to have his second solo effort, "FutureSex/LoveSounds", released September 12 later this year via Jive Records.
Black Eyed Peas to Aid Disadvantaged South African
May 27, 2006 02:05:14
Black Eyed Peas has a very deep concern about their society and approvingly brings it into life when they on Friday May 26th, 2006 in Johannesburg announced that they would be working to aid disadvantaged South Africans through their charity, the Peapod Foundation.
The music group is planning to spend Friday and Saturday visiting poverty-stricken townships outside Johannesburg, participating in workshops with children and meeting fans. And the next day, Sunday, the will play a benefit concert in the city.
Perry Working on the Debut Album from His New Band
May 16, 2006 01:05:55
Former Jane's Addiction frontman Perry Farrell is at the very last stage of working on the debut album of his new group Satellite Party, featured in it is ex-Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt.
The album, supposedly a self-titled one, boasts guest appearances from Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Michael Balzary and guitarist John Frusciante, Black Eyed Peas vocalist Fergie, New Order bassist Peter Hook and Farrell's wife, Etty and is slated for a late summer release.
Black Eyed Peas Prepares A Johannesburg's Gig
April 25, 2006 11:04:43
Inspired by their 2004 trip to South Africa, Grammy Award-winning artist Black Eyed Peas has unveiled their next step to headline a benefit concert in Johannesburg aiming to raise awareness for their charity foundation in the region. The first major event for their Peapod Foundation, the show will be held on May 28 at Johannesburg Stadium in which the group will perform with a number of South African artists and dancers.
"Two years ago we played to commemorate 10 Years of Freedom in South Africa and I made a promise that we would return to give a free show for the people who may never have the chance to get down and celebrate with the Black Eyed Peas, in the true spirit of the Peapod," so said will.i.am, one of the group's members, in a statement issued on Monday, April 24. Seems it will be one of the memorable events the city ever has then.
The 2006 Juno Awards Winners
April 03, 2006 03:04:49
This year Juno, Canada's music awards, held Sunday April 2nd, 2006 has been dominated by Vancouver crooner Michael Buble. The singer takes four trophies all at once, which among others are for Best Singer, Album, Artist and Pop Album Of The Year for "It's Time".
Other big winners at the prestigious event include Alberta rock band Nickelback, which is nominated for six Junos but only manages to grab two mainly for Best Group and Best Rock Album for "All The Right Reasons." Picks the Juno Fan Choice Award is one of Canada's biggest bands Simple Plan, and the International Album Of The Year prize goes to Black Eyed Peas' for "Monkey Business" and Coldplay for "X&Y".
Global Top 10 Albums of 2005
April 03, 2006 09:04:40
British band Coldplay has topped the 2005's global charts with their album "X&Y" sold 8.3 million copies around the world, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) reports. Such attainment leads the music act to top some other famous musicians, like Mariah Carey whose album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold 7.7 million to be at 2nd position.
Top the 2005's global charts at No. 3 is 50 Cent's "The Massacre" which has been sold 7.5 million worldwide. The Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" (6.8m) is 4th, followed by "American Idiot" by Green Day which sold 6.4 million copies. Madonna's "Confessions on a Dance Floor" is next, just one place ahead of Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" at No. 7.
2006 Juno Awards Nominees
February 16, 2006 01:02:18Canadian band Nickelback leads this year Junos, Canada's music awards, received a leading six nominations. Announced Wednesday Feb 15th by the CTV network and the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, the music group ups for Juno Fan Choice, Single Of The Year and Producer Of The Year for "Photograph", Album Of The Year and Rock Album Of The Year for "All the Right Reasons", and Group Of The Year as well.
Following close behind with five nominations are Diana Krall and Michael Buble, both of whom among others up for Artist Of The Year, Fan's Choice and Album Of The Year. Tied with three noms each are Arcade Fire, rock legend Neil Young and the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra. Meanwhile, music diva Celine Dion is nominated for Fan Choice award.
Music Stars Go Red in Runway
February 04, 2006 11:02:27Appearing on the catwalk instead of music stage, LeAnn Rimes, Lindsay Lohan, Sheryl Crow, Lee Ann Womack, Christina Milian, Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas, Deborah Harry, Eartha Kitt, and Elaine Stritch all took their turns to strut their stuff at New York Fashion Week on Friday, February 3 as the participants of the annual Red Dress Collection, staged by The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute to raise awareness about women and heart disease. All dressed in red outfit created by top designers: Rimes appeared in Zac Posen's spaghetti-strap gown with a tightly pleated bust and high-front slit, Crow in a scarf-style halter dress by Ralph Lauren while Milian in a flowing gown with jeweled straps by Max Azria Atelier. Meanwhile, Lohan, who made the peace sign at photographers as she reached the end of the runway, modeled a long-sleeve Calvin Klein gown with a V-front, followed by Womack in a strapless gown with gathering and satin strips on the bodice by Carmen Marc Valvo.
Nominees of the 20th Annual Soul Train Awards
February 03, 2006 03:02:15The show creator of Soul Train Music Awards, Don Cornelius, has announced Thursday, February 2, the nominees of the award for this year and it's R. Kelly who turns out to lead the nomination this time. Obtaining a Best Male R&B-Soul Album nod for his "TP.3 Reloaded", the R&B crooner was also nominated in Best Male R&B-Soul Single and Best R&B-Soul or Rap Music Video categories for song "Trapped in the Closet (Chapter 1 of 5)" besides being the first recipient of the Stevie Wonder Award, given for his outstanding career achievements in song writing.
Joining Kelly in the line-up of Best Male R&B-Soul Single and Album nominations, John Legend nabbed the honor of being presented with the 2006 Sammy Davis Jr. Entertainer of the Year Award while chart-toppers Destiny's Child received another accolade for Outstanding Career Achievements from Quincy Jones.
Other Winners at the 2006 NRJ Music Awards
January 24, 2006 03:01:18In companion with Madonna, Robbie Williams and Shakira, all of whom won a single award each at this year NRJ Music Awards held Saturday night Jan 21st, 2006, there are also Black Eyed Peas who surprisingly won two awards, to be the big winner at the prestigious music event.
While the music group won Best International Group and Best International Album for "Monkey Business," great musician James Blunt was named Best International Newcomer. Meanwhile, Coldplay's Chris Martin attended the fest to hand Sir Bob Geldof with the Humanitarian award.
The Top 10 Albums for the Week Ended Jan 15th
January 19, 2006 11:01:57In the week ended January 15th, the US album charts saw the return of R&B singer Mary J. Blige to its top position with her set "The Breakthrough" sold another 118,000 copies. And after sitting on the throne for two weeks, Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable" slipped to No. 2 with 103,000 copies.
"American Idol" winner Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" rose two places to No. 3 with 77,000 copies, whereas Eminem's "Curtain Call: The Hits" fell one to No. 4 with 76,000 copies. Seated at the 5th rank was the Notorious B.I.G.'s posthumous "Duets: The Final Chapter" which was sold another 52,000 copies.
Black Eyed Peas' Frontman Starts His Own Label
January 16, 2006 10:01:28Already gained popularity and success with his music group Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am has yet felt satisfy. Instead, the singer wants some more. As it was announced Friday January 13th, the man has teamed up with A&M/Interscope, forming his own label.
The label reportedly will be housed along with will.i.am's clothing line under his Los Angeles-based company, will.i.am global. Comes as the very first project of the new established label is Sergio Mendes' "Timeless," which is set to out on Feb. 14. Other acts coming out on will.i.am include Macy Gray and Black Eyed Peas singer Stacy Ferguson.
Top 10 Albums Lead Pop Charts
January 13, 2006 11:01:03No joke, Jamie Foxx surprisingly secures the very top position of the album charts with his sophomore effort, "Unpredictable," sold another 131,000 copies for the week ended Sunday. This is the second time the star leads the US album charts, beats Mary J. Blige to second with her album "The Breakthrough" sold 118,000 copies.
Following them is Eminem, whose "Curtain Call" wins the 3rd place sold more than 100,000 copies. The Strokes sold just 88,000 copies of their third album "First Impressions of Earth" to be at No. 4, just one place ahead of Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at 5th for the third week in a row, with 81,000 copies. Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi," meanwhile, ups two places to No. 6 with 78,000.
Billboard Hot 100's Top 10
January 06, 2006 11:01:06The Billboard Hot 100 has a new champion. It's rap group D4L whose single "Laffy Taffy" successfully ups three places, seizing the No. 1 spot on the charts from Mariah Carey's "Don't Forget About Us," which after two-week on the top spot downs to No. 7.
The second best on the charts is Chris Brown's "Run It!" and the No. 3 is Nickelback's "Photograph." In the meantime, Kanye West's "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx rebounds four places to No. 4, whereas Nelly's "Grillz" drops two to No. 5.
The U.S. Pop Album Charts
January 05, 2006 01:01:39Just like the title of his album "Unpredictable," Jamie Foxx unpredictably takes the place of Mary J. Blige on the US album charts to be in the first position with his set sold 200,000 copies in the week ended January 1. Meanwhile, Blige falls to No. 2 with her "Breakthrough" sold 193,000 copies in its second week.
Eminem's first-ever hits compilation, "Curtain Call," on the other hand ups one place to No. 3 with 186,000 units, ahead of Notorious B.I.G.'s "Duets: The Final Chapter" which downs one place to No. 4 at 150,000 units. In the meantime, American Idol winner Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" clings at No. 5 with 135,000 units.
The Top 10 Best-Selling Albums of 2005
January 05, 2006 11:01:28Mariah Carey. The name comes up on the top position in the list of the Top 10 best-selling albums of 2005. The singer apparently has proven to worldwide that she's hard to beat and thus deserves the predicate of pop diva.
Leading the Top 10 best-selling albums of 2005, Carey has her album "The Emancipation of Mimi" sold for 4.97 million copies, making rapper 50 Cent's "The Massacre" the second best with 4.85 million copies. "Breakaway" by Kelly Clarkson wins the 3rd place with 3.5 million copies. The 4th best is Green Day's "American Idiot" which is sold for 3.4 million copies, ahead of Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" at No. 5 sold 3 million copies.
Stars Studded All Over U.S for New Year's Eve
January 03, 2006 11:01:00On New Year's Eve, it's not only joy that filled the places all over U.S., but also music stars as well for they have already showed up to participate in various shows for the coming of the year 2006. Black Eyed Peas, Death Cab For Cutie, and The Crystal Method joined forces to appear on Giant Village 6 in L.A. while John Legend along with Brian Setzer warmed up the House of Blues at West Hollywood and Anaheim. Following their fellow artists, Kanye West and Fantasia Barrino celebrated the event with the crowd in Las Vegas, Motley Crue in Detroit, Soul Asylum in Chicago and Tracy Lawrence in Dallas.
For those who chose to stay at home, TV networks satisfyingly have provided some fabulous programs with popular singers just as ABC has done through its "New Year's Rockin' Eve" which presented Mariah Carey, Sugarland, The Bangles and 3 Doors Down. Fox featured Nick Cannon and Tyler Hilton in its special show hosted by Regis Philbin while MTV proudly invited Fall Out Boy and Shakira to welcome the New Year together with its audience.
US Pop Chart - Toppers
December 22, 2005 11:12:49Rapper Eminem starts this year Christmas season with such a great attainment in music scene as his album "Curtain Call" debuts at No. 1 on the U.S. pop charts Wednesday for a second week in a row, sold 324,000 copies in its second week on release.
The second position this weekend is secured by Carrie Underwood whose album "Some Hearts" sold 271,000 copies in its fifth week. "Now That's What I Call Music! 20" by various artists is the 3rd, one place ahead of American Idol runner up Bo Bice whose debut album "The Real Thing" sold 227,000 in its first-week.
The Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart Holders
December 16, 2005 10:12:34The Billboard Hot 100 singles chart again is topped by rookie R&B singer Chris Brown, whose track "Run It!" holds firm at No. 1 for a fifth straight week. Followed behind at No. 2 is Mariah Carey's "Don't Forget About Us" which jumps five places from number seven.
D4L's "Laffy Taffy" falls one slot to No. 3 on the Hot 100 this week, while Nelly's "Grillz" featuring Paul Wall ups seven places to No. 4. Nickelback's "Photograph" downs to No. 5, followed by Kanye West's "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx at No. 6.
Billboard Album Chart Champions
December 15, 2005 01:12:10Amidst bewilderment on his going to retire from music industry, rapper Eminem surprisingly scored his fourth consecutive No. 1 debut on the U.S. pop charts Wednesday. His latest piece of work "Curtain Call" sold nearly 441,000 units in the week ended December 11, a number that soared the star right to the top of Billboard album charts.
Rapper Lil Wayne's fifth studio album, "Tha Carter II" debuts at No. 2 with 240,000 copies. Right behind at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 is Korn's "See You on the Other Side," which taking in 220,000 units. The No. 4 for this week is "Now That's What I Call Music! 20" by various artists, followed after by Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at No. 5.
UK Singles Chart's Top 10
December 12, 2005 02:12:05The all-girl band from Los Angeles, The Pussycat Dolls, again dominates UK singles chart with its "Stickwitu." This is the second time that the music group secures the top position on the chart, leading Madonna's "Hung Up" to 2nd, followed by Sugababes' "Ugly" at 3rd.
Irish boyband Westlife stays in fourth spot with "You Raise Me Up," ahead of U.S. rock band The Strokes who entering the charts in fifth with their "Juicebox." Meanwhile, American hip-hop act Black Eyed Peas downs one place to No. 6 with "My Humps," followed by another new entry in 7th, which is Belgian dance band D.H.T. feat Edmee with "Listen To Your Heart."
UK Single Chart Toppers
December 05, 2005 02:12:47Girl group The Pussycat Dolls cuts short Madonna's hold over the UK singles chart with their track "Stickwitu" jumping straight in at number one. This attainment obviously becoming the second British number one for the all-girl band after their chart-topping debut single "Don't Cha."
Oasis is another new entry at number two with "Let There Be Love," one step ahead of last week champ Madonna who drops two places to number three with her smash hit "Hung Up." Meanwhile, boy band Westlife falls two places to number four with "You Raise Me Up," while Black Eyed Peas is this week's number 5 with "My Humps."
Music Artists Included in Billboard Shortlist
December 01, 2005 02:12:36The music competition is getting steamed. The 2005 Billboard Music Awards is coming and here is the list of music artists included in its shortlist.
Up for Artist of the Year are 50 Cent, Mariah Carey, Green Day, Kelly Clarkson. Competing for Group of the Year among others Green Day, Black Eyed Peas, Destiny's Child, and The Killers. Meanwhile, Fantasia Barrino, The Game, Rob Thomas, and Gwen Stefani are all up for New Artist of the Year award.
UK Singles Charts Champions
November 28, 2005 11:11:02Madonna. What would you say about this multitalented pop singer? The success she has reached in music industry is an obvious evidence that she really has a great music talent. No need to comment further about her, just see the fruit of her hard work then you'll agree with world's opinion that she is a diva.
Anyway, Madonna has again held onto the top spot in both the UK album and singles charts. Her single "Hung Up" taken from her chart toper album "Confessions on a Dancefloor," tops UK singles charts Sunday for the third week in a row. Meanwhile, the album itself stays at number one in the album chart for a second week.
List of American Music Awards Winners
November 23, 2005 03:11:40Notable musicians celebrated their winning at the 33rd annual prestigious American Music Awards held Tuesday Nov.22 at the Shrine Auditorium. Mariah Carey was one among many who got nominated at the event. Unfortunately, the pop diva only brought home one award, Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist, from the total four nominations she got, including Favorite Female Pop/Rock which went to Gwen Stefani, Pop/Rock and Soul/R&B which went to Green Day's "American Idiot" and Destiny's Child "Destiny Fulfilled."
Apart, multiple honors went to country star Tim McGraw, who won Country Male Artist prize and Country Album for his "Live Like You Were Dying." Black Eyed Peas, Kelly Clarkson, 50 Cent, Eminem, and R&B singer R. Kelly also scored great, but none of them were attending the Awards.
Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart Champions
November 18, 2005 04:11:44The "Gold Digger" won't rule the chart any longer. Its singer, Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx, lose their reign to R&B rookie Chris Brown, whose single "Run It!" finally ends West's 10-week run at the top of the US singles chart after spending four consecutive weeks at number two. "Run It!" then marks the November 17th with victory, turns down "Gold Digger" to the second position.
The Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" remains at No. 3, so does Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon which holds steady at No. 4. Also in the same position as they did last week is Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 5 and Sean Paul's "We Be Burnin"' at No. 6.
Billboard 200's Musicians of the Week
November 17, 2005 02:11:25Surprise, surprise. It's Kenny Chesney again. The country star gloriously tops The Billboard 200 with his latest set, "The Road and the Radio," sold more than 469,000 copies for the week ended Sunday November 13th. This is the second time in 2005 that Chesney tops the chart, while also becoming his fourth straight number-one debut.
Opens at No. 2 on the chart is the soundtrack for rapper 50 Cent's new movie, entitled "Get Rich or Die Tryin"' sold nearly 317,000 copies. Comes behind at No. 3 is "Now That's What I Call Music! 20" by various artists with sales of 221,000. In the meantime, Neil Diamond's "12 Songs" debuts at No. 4 with sales of 93,000 copies, ahead of Nickelback's "All the Right Reasons" at 5th with 92,000 copies.
Gold Digger No. 1 for 10 Weeks
November 11, 2005 01:11:25The "Gold Digger" finds the precious gem on top of the chart. The single which rapper Kanye West does with fellow Jamie Foxx gloriously tops the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart Thursday for the 10th consecutive weeks to become the second-longest No. 1 of 2005 after Mariah Carey's "We Belong Together," which held the top spot for 14 weeks non-consecutively. What an achievement.
Chris Brown's "Run It!" scores another week at No. 2, while Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" holds onto the No. 3. In the meantime, Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon remains at No. 4, followed behind by Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 5 and Sean Paul's "We Be Burnin'" at 6th. Songs in Hot 100 positions 7 to 10 among others; Kelly Clarkson's "Because of You" at No. 7, T-Pain's "I'm Sprung" is No. 8, Carey's "Shake It Off" stays at No. 9, and Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Goin' Down" at No. 10.
All That Santana Does on the Album Chart
November 10, 2005 02:11:54The pop album chart for this week is dominated by various artists mainly for their contribution on the "Now That's What I Call Music! 20." The set is reported to sell for 378,000 copies in the week ended November 6. Right behind the chart topping is Santana's "All That I Am" which becoming the second best album of the week with sales of 142,000 copies.
At No. 3 is Nickelback's "All The Right Reasons" which sold for 101,000 copies, ahead of Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" at No. 4 with 86,000 and Destiny's Child's "#1's" at 5th with 85,000. Meanwhile, Blink-182's swan song "Greatest Hits" comes at No. 6 with 72,000 copies, followed behind by Martina McBride's "Timeless" at 7th which is sold for 63,000 copies.
Kanye's "Gold Digger" Still No. 1 Single
October 29, 2005 11:10:18Again, it is Kanye West that tops the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. This is the eight consecutive weeks that his "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx tops the chart. The second best for this week is R&B singer Chris Brown's "Run It!" while the Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" ups one place to No. 3, switch places with Canadian rockers Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 4.
Elsewhere, Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon ups two places to No. 5, ahead of "Like You" by Bow Wow featuring Ciara at No. 6. Drops two places to No. 7 is Mariah Carey's "Shake It Off," followed behind by Kelly Clarkson's "Because Of You" at No. 8 and "Wake Me Up When September Ends" by Green Day at No. 9. Finishing the Top 10 is Sean Paul's "We Be Burnin"' which bounces three places from No. 13.
"I Am Me" No. 1 on U.S. Pop Charts
October 27, 2005 02:10:54Her effort to being honest to everyone scored her another new record on the charts. Teen pop singer Ashlee Simpson successfully tops the U.S. pop charts on Wednesday with her new album "I Am Me" sold 220,000 copies in the week ended October 23. To follow her at No. 2 on the chart is Rod Stewart's "Thanks for the Memories," with sales of 193,000 copies.
Opens at No. 3 is Martina McBride's "Timeless" which sold for 185,000 copies, ahead of Canadian rock band Nickelback's "All the Right Reasons" at No. 4 with 132,000 copies in its third week and Stevie Wonder's "A Time To Love" at No. 5 with 121,000 copies. To start at No. 6 is Houston rapper Bun B's solo effort "Trill" with 118,000 copies. In the meantime, Depeche Mode's first new studio album in four years, "Playing the Angel" secures the 7th position, followed behind by Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" which drops four places to No. 8 with 94,000 copies. Last week's champ, Alicia Keys drops drastically to No. 9 with her "Unplugged" set sold for 83,000 copies in its second week. Finishing this weekend's Top 10 is Kanye West's "Late Registration" which falls five places to No. 10 with 78,000 copies.
Kanye Tops Billboard Hot 100 for 7th Times
October 21, 2005 03:10:49It's been weeks but the "Gold Digger" isn't tired yet, keep mining another week on top. That of rapper Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx is in the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for the fifth straight frame. The second best of this week is Chris Brown's "Run It!" followed in succession by Nickelback's "Photograph" at No. 3 and Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps" at No. 4.
Mariah Carey's "Shake It Off" to follow falls from No. 3 to No. 5, ahead of Bow Wow's "Like You" featuring Ciara at No. 6. Securing the 7th position is still Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon, while Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" falls from No. 6 to No. 8. Finishing this weekend's Top 10 is Kelly Clarkson's "Because of You" at No. 9 and Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Goin' Down" at No. 10.
Alicia Holds the Key to the Billboard 200
October 20, 2005 02:10:35She has the key in her hand that makes it possible for her to easily pass the other competitors to open the winning gate. It's Alicia Keys' "Unplugged" album that becoming this weekend's winner. Selling 196,000 copies, the set secures the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200, knocks down Canadian rockers Nickelback from their throne at the top spot to 2nd place with their fifth effort "All the Right Reasons" sold 170,000 copies.
To land at No 3 is Gary Allan's sixth effort inspired by the suicide of his wife, "Tough All Over," which sold 100,000 CDs. Black Eyed Peas' "Monkey Business" climbs back to No. 4 sold another 90,000, ahead of Kanye West's sophomore effort, "Late Registration" at No. 5 and Latin singer Ricky Martin's "Life" at No. 6. Elsewhere, Sheryl Crow's fifth studio album, "Wildflower," drops two places to No. 7, followed by Twista's "The Day After" which falls from No. 2 to No. 8.
Marley's Never-Before-Released Singles Collection
October 18, 2005 11:10:00Years after his death, fans of reggae legend Bob Marley still have something that reminds them of him. The late singer apparently left a never-before-released song, believed to have been recorded in a Miami bedroom in 1979, which will be available on the upcoming compilation "Africa Unite: The Singles Collection."
The set, due November 8 via Island/Tuff Gong/UME, includes "Slogans," the master tape of which was discovered by Marley's sons Ziggy and Stephen in 2003. Also it will feature early recordings as well as Marley's biggest hits, which is rounded out by a new remix of the title track from the Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am plus Ashley Beedle's mash-up of "Get Up, Stand Up" and Damian Marley's "Welcome to Jamrock."
Kanye Keeps Digging the Chart
October 14, 2005 02:10:17He's just too strong to be beaten by any other musicians whose singles also on the chart. Albeit many new comers entering the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, the rapper keeps digging the first place. Kanye West's "Gold Digger" featuring Jamie Foxx still the No. 1 on the chart for a sixth week Thursday. Meanwhile, Nickelback's "Photograph" ups just one to No. 2, switching place with Mariah Carey whose "Shake It Off" downs one to No. 3.
Secures the 4th place is Black Eyed Peas' "My Humps," followed by "Like You" by Bow Wow featuring Ciara at No. 5 and Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" at No. 6. Rounding out this weekend Top 10 is Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon at No. 7, ahead of Chris Brown's "Run It!" jumps three to No. 8. Kelly Clarkson is at 9th with "Because of You" and David Banner's "Play" holds the No. 10 spot on the Hot 100.
Nickelback Tops Chart with the Right Reasons
October 13, 2005 01:10:37Canadian rock band Nickelback has nothing but all the right reasons to top the Billboard 200 albums chart Wednesday. This is the first time for them to have such attainment in which their album "All the Right Reasons" has become their first U.S. No. 1 album, sold 317,000 copies in its debut week. Chicago rapper Twista is at 2nd with "The Day After" sold nearly 129,000 copies.
Country star Sarah Evans' "Real Fine Place" opening at No. 3, ahead of Gretchen Wilson's "All Jacked Up" which drops to No. 4 from last week's No. 1 debut. Sheryl Crow's "Wildflowers" drops three places to No. 5 with 106,000 copies in its second week, followed by Kanye West's "Late Registration" at No. 6. Entering the chart at No. 7 is Fiona Apple's "Extraordinary Machine" which has been sold for 94,000 copies.
The "Gold Digger" Still Ruling
October 07, 2005 02:10:08It's been five week, but the "Gold Digger" still ruling. The single of Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx again stays on top of Hot 100 singles chart Thursday. As strong as the rapper is pop diva Mariah Carey, whose "Shake It Off" sits at No. 2 of the chart for a sixth. Just behind is Canadian rock band Nickelback's "Photograph" ups one place to No. 3.
"Like You" by Bow Wow drops one place to No. 4, ahead of "My Humps" by the Black Eyed Peas which remains at No. 5. Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" and David Banner's "Play" each ups one to No. 6 and 7 respectively. In time, Young Jeezy's "Soul Survivor" featuring Akon rising eight places to No. 8. At no. 9 is Carey's former chart-topper "We Belong Together," followed behind by Fall Out Boy's "Sugar, We're Goin' Down" at No. 10.
Madonna to Reveal Her First Confession at the EMAs
October 06, 2005 04:10:09Pop superstar Madonna has confirmed that she's about to perform at the 2005 MTV Europe Music Awards, which will take place in Portugal on November 3. She will at that event perform live her new single for her new album "Confessions on a Dance Floor."
The beauty will join other lineup that include Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Green Day, Black Eyed Peas and Robbie Williams, who will all perform live too. As of "Confessions on a Dance Floor," it is slated for a November 14 release date. See you there.
Gretchen Wilson Beats All to Up the Charts
October 06, 2005 02:10:42She did it. Gretchen Wilson really jacks all to up the charts, landing at the very top safely. The singer's sophomore effort titled "All Jacked Up" successfully debuts at the top of the Billboard 200 and Billboard Top Country Albums charts this week after moving 264,000 units in its first week of release. Sheryl Crow's "Wildflower" secures the 2nd rank with 140,000 copies.
Comes after Crow at No. 3 is Three Six Mafia's "Most Known Unknown," which sold 115,000 copies in its first week of release. The band followed by Toni Braxton at No. 4 with "Libra" which moved 114,000 units in its debut week. Rounding out the top five is Kanye West's "Late Registration," which drops from No. 3 to No. 5. Debuts at No. 6 is Lil' Kim, whose "Naked Truth" sold 109,000 units in its first week on the charts.
The "Monkey Business" Dominates Chart
June 08, 2005 11:06:27They have been exploring many, from TV commercials to the Grammy Awards. Now, Black Eyed Peas hanging at No. 3 on Billboard's Pop 100 chart with their latest album "Monkey Business," out June 7 on A&M/Interscope.
The new album, consisting of 15 tracks, was recorded in two-and three-month spurts throughout 2004 while the group was touring, promoting Rock the Vote and raising money for the tsunami relief effort. As the album has successfully gained such achievement on the chart, the quartet may feel proud, yet has to work even harder to maintain their victory.
