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Official Cover Art for Sugababes' 'Sweet 7th'
October 23, 2009 10:10:40Sugababes have given a look at cover art for their upcoming studio album "Sweet 7th". Heidi Range, Amelle Berrabah and new member Jade Ewen are pictured wearing black skimpy clothes and leaning against the wall.
"Sweet 7th" is going to be released in U.S. on November 23. The album will become their first effort after the departure of Keisha Buchanan. "It was about remembering what we are," said Amelle about the upcoming release. "And thinking about what we can be. We love this band. We love what we do. And we love the fact that every album is different from the last."
Video Premiere: Sugababes' 'About a Girl'
October 10, 2009 10:10:48Sugababes show off their new line-up in a music video for their single "About a Girl" which was filmed in Santa Clarita desert outside Los Angeles earlier last month. The video follows the three members of the girl group as they have a meeting with some guys.
"About a Girl" is confirmed to be listed in Sugababes' upcoming studio album called "Sweet 7th" which will arrive in U.S. market on November 24. The dance track is produced by RedOne, the mastermind behind Lady GaGa's smash hit "Just Dance". The album will become their first effort with new member Jade Ewen.
Sugababes Cancel Live Concert Due to Legal Issues
October 07, 2009 03:10:38Sugababes have to pull out their scheduled performance at the Royal Concert Hall on October 8 due to "legal issues". They opened up about the reason behind the cancellation on their official website, "Following the recent and well documented change of line-up to Sugababes, there are a number of legal issues to be finalized by all parties in order that the band can move forward."
"I haven't signed a contract so we can't perform as Sugababes," new member Jade Ewen explained further. "The previous line-up signed up to do the show and there's money involved. Until lawyers get this sorted I can't sing with the band. It's really annoying - I'm raring to go."
Sugababes' Amelle Reportedly Receives Death Threat Following Keisha's Exit
September 29, 2009 11:09:00Amelle Berrabah is rumored to have received death threat and thousands of abusive letters following the departure of Keisha Buchanan from Sugababes. "Her management have received thousands of abusive letters whilst her Twitter page has been overrun with them," a source told The Sun.
Due to those issues, Amelle is said to be hiding and "won't be hitting the club scene until everything has died down." There was even a report suggesting that her family had filed a report about a missing person to police. However, Amelle was quick to deny it writing on her Twitter, "MISSING!!!? Is this some sort of joke!!!!! I'm not bloody missing!!!!!"
Sugababes Shooting Music Video for 'About a Girl' With New Member Jade Ewen
September 23, 2009 04:09:56Notwithstanding the exit of its founding member Keisha Buchanan, Sugababes have started shooting the music video for their new single "About a Girl". On Tuesday, September 22, Jade Ewen, Heidi Range and Amelle Berrabah have all been photographed shooting the video in the Santa Clarita desert just outside Los Angeles.
The threesome was spotted sporting raunchy leather outfits. They were caught on camera performing separate dance routines during the morning and then came together for a synchronized routine during the afternoon.
It's Official, Keisha Buchanan Quits Sugababes
September 22, 2009 10:09:14Sugababes change their formation one more time as an official announcement has been made on the music act's official site on Monday, September 21 that founding member Keisha Buchanan is quiting the all-girl group. The songstress, who will turn 25 later this month, will be replaced by English singer Jade Ewen.
"The current line-up of the Sugababes has disbanded," so read the announcement. "Heidi Range and Amelle Berrabah will continue as the Sugababes and will be joined by new member Jade Ewen. They release their album 'Sweet 7th' on November 23rd through Island Records. Keisha Buchanan will continue to record for Island Records as a solo artist." The confirmation, thus, puts the brake to earlier report claiming Amelle, who joined the group after founder member Mutya Buena left in 2005, has parted ways with the band.
Amelle Berrabah Bows Out From Sugababes
September 19, 2009 10:09:24All-girl trio Sugababes has been claimed to have lost a member for the third time. Daily Star's Playlist reported Amelle Berrabah, who joined the pop group after founder member Mutya Buena left in 2005, has walked out from the band. The departure news came in following reports of tension between the 25-year-old and bandmate Keisha Buchanan.
Commenting on the break-up rumor, Tinchy Stryder with whom Amelle achieved a solo number one single on U.K. chart told Halina Watts of Playlist that he didn't want to be blamed for making her a solo star. "It's hard to see anyone not being nice to Amelle because she's so sweet," he said. "I ain't spoke to her but I hope she's alright and they get back together."
Sugababes Debut 'Get Sexy' Music Video
July 31, 2009 11:07:30A music video supporting Sugababes' new single entitled "Get Sexy" has just made its way out. It features Keisha Buchanan sitting on a sofa, Amelle Berrabah standing inside a huge bird cage, and Heidi Range dancing in what seems to be a house of mirrors. Beside seeing the three girls in individual captures, the video also sees them being chained together in one scene.
"Get Sexy" is recorded for Sugababes' upcoming seventh studio album which is yet to be titled. Other new tracks in the record haven't been disclosed, but recent rumor suggested powerhouse producer RedOne and singer/songwriter Ne-Yo will make contribution to this studio project.
Rihanna Mentoring Sugababes on Their New Album
June 19, 2009 10:06:38Rihanna has helped Sugababes choosing materials for the British group's new album. "She's been like our fourth member, listening to all our songs and saying what she liked and what she didn't," one of the Sugababes' members Keisha Buchanan said.
Explaining how they end up receiving some advice from Rihanna, Keisha told Daily Star, "We keep missing Jay-Z." She added, "Every time we're gonna hook up he's off partying with P. Diddy or someone, but Rihanna has been a huge help to us."
Sugababes Ink Record Deal With Jay-Z's Label
April 28, 2009 01:04:48British girl group Sugababes reportedly have been signed to Jay-Z's recording company, Roc-A-Fella, in a bid to make a big break into American market. They are said to have finalized the deal at London restaurant, Nobu, last month.
Though the group are now attached to Roc-A-Fella, they will still be Island Records' artists, according to Digital Spy. The difference is that after the deal was sealed, they have a chance to work with a new team, which includes people from Jay-Z's label, for their new album.
Sugababes to Work With Rihanna and Beyonce Knowles' Producers
December 20, 2008 01:12:18British girl group Sugababes will be teaming up with powerhouse producers behind Rihanna and Beyonce Knowles' hit singles, according band's member Keisha Buchanan. "We're going to be working with producers who've worked with Beyonce and Rihanna so we're really looking forward to next year," she said in an interview.
In mentioning whom the band want to work with for their new album, Keisha also puts Cee-Lo on her wish list. "We'd also love to work with Cee-Lo from Gnarls Barkley - we met him when we were working with [US record producer] Dallas Austin and we'd love to do something with him," Keisha stated.
Video Premiere: Sugababes' 'No Can Do'
November 21, 2008 08:11:46Sugababes bring out a music video to promote their brand new song "No Can Do". One of the band's members Amelle Berrabah said that "the whole idea of the video is men are objects." The guys are displayed as 20 hunks donning only tight short boxers while Amelle and the other members all dressed "in really nice glamorous gowns with big hair and big lashes."
Sharing some embarrassing moments during the filming of the video, Amelle said, "So some of them become chairs and we sit on them. I put my hand in the wrong place as I was adjusting myself on the 'chair'." She then added, "All I saw was his legs fly up in the air and a big red face. I hope I haven't done any permanent damage. He couldn't breathe after."
Sugababes Reject Idea to Collaborate With Timbaland
October 08, 2008 04:10:03British girl band Sugababes turn down an offer from Timbaland to record a new music with him. "He approached us while we were making our last album, but we'd literally just finished it and we had no time left," Amelle Berrabah says.
However, Berrabah reveals that they hope to follow up the canceled collaboration for their next project. "Maybe next year we'll make it happen. I'd absolutely love to work with him." Previously, Berrabah also ruled out collaborating with Tom Jones, calling him "a rude old man." The band hoped to meet the star at the recent Q Awards in London, but were disappointed after he snubbed them.
Video Premiere: Sugababes' 'Girls'
September 08, 2008 02:09:59Just a few days after the preview of their "Girls" music video was released, Sugababes premiere its full version. Additionally, the single, which is produced by Si Hulbert and Melvin Kuiters, will be performed live at London Forum on October 1 as part of Q Awards showcase.
In the video, singers Amelle Berrabah, Keisha Buchanan and Heidi Range perform a pole-dancing while rubbing up against sexy female dancers. In addition to the raunchy dance with the band's members, Keisha also performs a suggestive dance in front of boyfriend Dean Thomas, who makes a guest appearance in the shoot. However, this isn't the first time that the group do some pole-dancing as Keisha and Heidi along with former member Mutya Buena have also performed suggestive dance in another music video for "In The Middle".
Snippet of Sugababes' Music Video for 'Girls'
September 06, 2008 02:09:12A snippet for Sugababes' music video in support of their new song "Girls" has just arrived. The clip reveals the group's hidden sexy side. Amelle Berrabah is seen leaning against a stripper pole with a bunch of female dancers, moving their sexy bodies around her.
The video is shot on Wednesday, August 27 in London. In one segment, stunning Keisha Buchanan performs a suggestive dance in front of her boyfriend Dean Thomas, who makes a guest appearance in the shoot. However, as the video goes, Dean is soon pushed away as she rejoins her female friends.
Sugababes Dancing With Poles and 'Girls' in New Video
August 29, 2008 01:08:21Sugababes will show their naughty alter ego on the music video for "Girls", a new single taken from their upcoming studio album. The three-piece opt a stripping show theme for the clip and, true to the song's subject, they will play with "girls".
A bunch of on-set photos have been unveiled through The Sun, revealing member Amelle Berrabah leaning against a stripper pole and fooling around with a female dancer. In one shot, she is seen with her hand on the 'crotch' part of the dancer. Heidi Range sports a '60s hair-do and black lacy mini dress while Keisha Buchanan performs sultry dance in front of her boyfriend Dean Thomas who will also appear in the video.
Sugababes Recruiting 'Free Girl' for New Music Video
August 25, 2008 03:08:34While their upcoming not-yet-titled LP hasn't been confirmed for release, British pop trio Sugababes have recently announced that they are looking for young girls to play as cameos in their new music video. "We're looking for 18-30 year olds to come and take part," they wrote on their MySpace entry.
The music video which is aimed at promoting the group's latest single called "Girls", will be shot on Wednesday, August 27 in a London location and the selected girls are expected to come on time in the location. They say, "We'll need you to be available on Wednesday for the whole day (potentially 8 AM at midnight) and able to get yourself to and from the filming location."
Sugababes Rushing to Funkier Sixth Album
August 05, 2008 04:08:15English pop trio Sugababes are set to release their sixth album in October. Despite taking things slowly, the group, consisting of Keisha Buchanan, Heidi Range, and Amelle Berrabah have been busy, recording the upcoming album in London and Miami studios.
In this forthcoming album, the girls have teamed up with Orson's lead singer Jason Pebworth as a co-writer in single "Easy". In addition, they will also collaborate with Nigerian singer Taio Cruz.
Sugababes' Keisha Buchanan Engaged to Boyfriend Dean Thomas
June 09, 2008 03:06:21One of the 'babes' is single no more and coming close to embrace her marital status. Keisha Buchanan of the all-girl group Sugababes is engaged to her boyfriend Dean Thomas.
Keisha and Dean, according to reports, have been dating for 18 months. British newspaper The People broke the news of the couple's engagement yet didn't provide the exact date on when he proposed to her. It is reported though that the couple are planning to wed next summer.
Timbaland to Give Sugababes' Music a Boost
March 26, 2008 04:03:40Timbaland's next project will be Sugababes. The uber producer who is known to be keen on collaborating with many different genre of artists, will assist the British all-girl group in their next album.
Timbaland became acquainted to the girls while he was working with Madonna and Justin Timberlake on Madonna's brand new tracks "4 Minutes to Save the World". Being in a London studio for the recording of the song, Timbaland was introduced to the girlband during meal breaks and immediately hit it off with them.
Hollywood A-Listers Offering Renowned Designers Dresses for an Online Charity Auction
February 15, 2008 10:02:29Numbers of celebrities are offering their "prestigious properties" in an online auction to raise cash for charity.
Hollywood's A-listers, including the likes of Heidi Klum and Thandie Newton, are auctioning off their renowned designers dresses online by next month to raise money for the Lavendar Trust and all at once celebrate the launch of the Katherine Heigl's new film "27 Dresses", which has hit the theaters last month.
Video Premiere: Sugababes' 'Denial'
January 09, 2008 01:01:17As the third single from their latest album, 'Change', Sugababes have opted 'Denial'. The music video for the song has been released on their official site on Tuesday, January 7.
Reports said that it was one of the music videos that became the group's favorite to shoot. It includes "13 costume changes, 2 dogs, a baby and pink wigs" and is inspired by Vogue magazine.
Video Premiere: Sugababes' Seasonal 'Change'
November 17, 2007 09:11:34A new music video from Sugababes was premiered yesterday (November 16) on U.K.'s Channel 4. The girl-group pulled title track 'Change' as their second single and decided to go with a concept in its video.
Each of the member represents a season through heavy makeups, Keisha Buchanan being blooming Spring, Amelle Berrabah being both Summer and Winter, and Heidi Range being the leafy Autumn.
Sugababes Reveals 'Change' Cover and Tracklisting
September 08, 2007 01:09:21
Off their split rumors, Sugababes have unveiled the album's official title, cover art and tracklisting. The band has confirmed that the album will be called 'Change' instead of the previously reported 'Everything Changes'.
The fifth album is currently set for an October 8 release. Among Producers involved in the work are Dr. Luke, Dallas Austin and Xenomania. The former produced the album's first official single 'About You Now' that has just received its music video premiere on September 6.
Sugababes' About You Now' Music Video Online
September 07, 2007 12:09:43
The official lead single from Sugababes' upcoming album 'Change' has been made its music video. The clip of 'About You Now' can be viewed on file sharing websites now.
The video was shot on August 24 near National Theater in London. Snippets and photo stills of the video have appeared online before the video was done.
'About You Now', Sugababes' New Single
August 07, 2007 03:08:21
All-female group Sugababes' studio work for fifth album that has started since summer has come to fruition. A song called 'About You Now' is set to be pulled as the first single of the yet-untitled album.
The pop song is produced by Dr. Luke and will be dropped in U.K. on September 24. The album meanwhile, receives the help from record producer Dallas Austin who said earlier that the album will "break into the American music scene". It is slated to be released this autumn.
Fall Out Boy Against British Bands in Nick Kids' Choice Awards U.K.
July 31, 2007 12:07:57
America's very own rock band Fall Out Boy will compete against three British groups to claim victory as Best Band in Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards U.K.. Those giving the boys tough competition are Sugababes, Girls Aloud and McFly.
Justin Timberlake who is a frequent Best Male Singer winner in Nick's U.S. Version is now battling against pop sensation Mika, musical star Drake Bell and McFly's Danny Jones. On the female tally meanwhile, Canadian Avril Lavigne is a heavy contender to Gwen Stefani, Hilary Duff and Girls Aloud's Cheryl Cole.
Twelfth Week's Top 10 UK Singles in 2007
March 21, 2007 10:03:32
The collaboration between Girls Aloud and Sugababes has shown a good result. Dubbed "Girls Aloud vs. Sugababes", they cover Aerosmith's "Walk This Way" that immediately goes #1 in UK Singles chart in the first week. It becomes Girls Aloud's third British #1 and the band's 15th successive top ten single.
At No. 2 Gwen Stefani's "The Sweet Escape" featuring Akon still maintains its last week's position. Following behind is another newcomer in the chart and the official song for Comic Relief 2007, "(I'm Gonna Be) 500 Miles" by the Scottish band The Proclaimers that collaborates with comedians Peter Kay and Matt Lucas.
The Elle Style Awards Winners
February 22, 2006 03:02:48
Being five months pregnant certainly doesn't stop Rachel Weisz to carry out a stunning and stylish look. In fact, the starlet has been crowned Most Stylish Actress at the Elle Style Awards held in London last night. In the meantime, chosen as the Most Stylish Actor is Matt Dillon.
June Sarpong, in addition, scooping Levi's Hot Look prize, while Sugababes is named Music Star. Bring home TV Star Male award is James McAvoy with Mischa Barton picks the Female one. Chosen to bring home the TV Show award is "The OC".
Girl Group Sugababes Introduce New Member
December 23, 2005 02:12:39It takes only one day for British girl group Sugababes to find the replacement of former bandmate Mutya Buena. Amelle Berrabah, an unknown singer, has on Thursday Dec 22nd named as the band's new member, joining two remaining members Heidi Range and Keisha Buchanan.
"For years I've dreamt of breaking into the music business but never did I dream of waking up one day to be the 3rd Sugababe," said Berrabah. "Like millions of girls my age, I've grown up with Sugababes' music as a soundtrack to my life and I've been a fan of theirs for years. I still can't believe my luck."
UK Album Charts Top Holders
December 13, 2005 03:12:58Eminem is starting a brand new success in music industry. The rapper's greatest hits compilation "Curtain Call - The Hits" has stayed at number one for a second week in the UK album charts. The 2nd position is held by Robbie Williams' "Intensive Care," which soon followed by Westlife's "Face To Face" at No. 3.
The has just comeback music group Take That secures the 4th place with their "Never Forget - The Ultimate Collection." No. 5 is Madonna's "Confessions On A Dance Floor," one place ahead of Il Divo's "Ancora" at No. 6. No. 7 to No. 10 in a row is James Blunt's "Back To Bedlam," Sugababes' "Taller In More Ways," Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway," and The Pussycat Dolls' "PCD."
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."
Hollywood Stars to Honor Nobel Peace Laureate
December 12, 2005 01:12:00Oscar-nominated actress Salma Hayek and her celebrity pals, including Julianne Moore, Gladys Knight, Duran Duran, Westlife and Sugababes, have all become masters of ceremony for this year's Nobel Peace Prize Concert in honor of International Atomic Energy Agency and it's chief Mohamed ElBaradei. Held Sunday Dec 11, the celebration is broadcast to about 100 countries and has become the cornerstone of three days of Nobel peace celebrations in Norway.
Praised Nobel peace laureate ElBaradei for his efforts to save humanity from nuclear weapons, Hayek commented "ElBaradei said the largest threat to world security and all of our futures is (nuclear) terrorism. There is nothing more pressing right now than a global effort for peace and control of these materials. I don't think there is anything more pressing ... than the future of mankind."
Joint Masters of Ceremony for the Nobel Concert
November 30, 2005 01:11:19Hollywood babes Julianne Moore and Salma Hayek are tapped to team up as the joint Masters of Ceremony for the 2005 Nobel Peace Prize Concert to be held Dec. 11 in Oslo. The twosome has been slated to appear during the event for laureate Mohamed ElBaradei and the International Atomic Energy Agency he leads, organizers said Tuesday.
Joining them as the event MC among others are artists Gladys Knight, Duran Duran and Sugababes. Meanwhile, the likes of Westlife, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, Colombian rock star Juanes and Welsh opera singer Katherine Jenkins are all expected to live up the event.
Madonna Tops UK Singles Chart
November 14, 2005 03:11:49Queen of pop Madonna has demonstrated her power not only in the US but also in UK. The pop star successfully tops UK singles chart with her ABBA-sampling disco anthem "Hung Up" which is one of the many singles included in her latest album "Confessions on a Dancefloor." With such attainment, she obviously knocks last week's champ Westlife's ballad "You Raise Me Up" to the second place.
In the third place of the chart is the new British band Son of Dork with their single "Ticket Outta Loserville." Another new comer to enter the chart is Simon Webbe whose single "No Worries" at the fourth place, ahead of Arctic Monkeys' "I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor" which drops three places to fifth.
Westlife Tops UK Singles Charts
November 01, 2005 12:11:14It's been six years since they scored their last number one hit, "Swear It Again." Now, the Irish boy band scores another record, their 13th number one hit, with their cover version of ballad "You Raise Me Up." With the single, Westlife successfully knocks the top of the British singles charts, sets aside last week's top track "I Bet You Look Good on the Dance floor" by rock band Arctic Monkeys to No. 2.
In the third slot of the charts is Sugababes' "Push The Button," which drops one place after previously spent three weeks at the top. British singer Kate Bush, in addition, makes her return to the charts with "King of the Mountain" from her first album to be released in 12 years at No. 4. Elsewhere, Robbie Williams' "Tripping" moves from number four to number five, though his album "Intensive Care" is still the king of the album chart.
