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Hip hop singer, lyricist, producerBirth Name :
William James Adams Jr.Birth Date :
March 15, 1975Birth Place :
Los Angeles, CaliforniaClaim to fame :
Founding member of Black Eyed Peas
David Guetta's Duet Song With will.i.am Emerges
August 07, 2009 03:08:50A brand new material from David Guetta in which he teams up with will.i.am has hit the web. Entitled "I Wanna Go Crazy", this track is an up-beat jam which will be included in David's upcoming fourth studio album "One Love".
As a pre-cursor to David's soon-to-be-released effort, one promotional single will be put out per week until the album is dropped in U.S. on August 25. As a follow up to "I Wanna Go Crazy", "One Love" which features Estelle is expected to be unveiled sometime next week.
will.i.am Hopes to Release His Duet With Michael Jackson
July 15, 2009 03:07:57Though legal issue may prevent him from releasing his project with Michael Jackson, will.i.am does hope the record will, someday, be dropped for purchase. "I don't know if it will come out because of legalities but I hope it does," he said.
Despite his previous statement that the new material was kept only by Michael because the late singer didn't want it to be leaked, will.i.am revealed he had the song on his computer. "It was on my computer. It's pretty fresh, it's pretty great," the Black Eyed Peas' member gushed.
will.i.am Admits Working on Michael Jackson's New Dance Music Album
July 01, 2009 02:07:37will.i.am recently opened up that he and Michael Jackson have cooked up materials for the late singer's new album. "It was going to be out of this world. It's something Michael has never done before - a dance music album. I was very proud of it," he told Daily Mirror.
"He was very protective and kept it under lock and key," the Black Eyed Peas' member explained further. "After we made it I had to hand back every demo. He was a perfectionist and didn't want anyone to hear it until it was ready."
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.
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!'"
'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' Takes World Premiere to a Desert City
April 28, 2009 03:04:36Amidst reports that 20th Century Fox are scrapping plans to release "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in Mexico this weekend due to the swine flu, the world premiere event for the action fantasy movie has taken place in the desert city of Tempe, Arizona. On Monday, April 27, Hollywood stars and fans alike gathered at Harkin's Theaters Tempe Marketplace for the special screening.
Attending the premiere in style was the film's leading man, Hugh Jackman. Wearing all black attire completed with a leather jacket, the actor who played Wolverine in this "X-Men" spin-off rode in on a Harley Davidson motorcycle. He was then joined by co-stars, Liev Schreiber, Lynn Collins, will.i.am, Ryan Reynolds and Taylor Kitsch.
Leona Lewis to Work With Timbaland, Jay-Z and will.i.am in New Album
April 03, 2009 03:04:33Leona Lewis will reportedly enter recording booth alongside powerhouse producer/rapper Timbaland for her upcoming sophomore set. "Timbaland can't wait to work with Leona and make her feisty like Beyonce [Knowles] and Rihanna," a source says as quoted by The Mirror.
Other big names rumored to be lined up to help Leona in the new album are Jay-Z and will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas. No official statement has been given regarding the news though.
will.i.am, Benji Madden Compiling Favorite Songs for Charity
April 01, 2009 01:04:11will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas and Benji Madden of the Good Charlotte are compiling playlists of their favorite songs to be auctioned for a charity project. Another musician to join them in the fundraising is DJ Samantha Ronson.
The three musicians will load exclusive new one-of-a-kind iPods with their favorite songs from famous singers. They also have signed the MP3 players, which are currently up for auction on Tonic.com. All proceeds from the project will benefit Music Rising, an organization that replaces lost or destroyed instruments in the Hurricane Katrina-ravaged Gulf Coast region.
Michael Jackson to Work With will.i.am and Ne-Yo for Comeback Effort
March 16, 2009 02:03:28Michael Jackson will record a comeback album and in doing so, he will reportedly work with Hip-Hop mogul will.i.am and R&B singer/songwriter Ne-Yo. According to reports from U.K. press, Kanye West is also said to have submitted a track for consideration.
Other big stars believed to have been signed to make contributions to Michael's new project are Timbaland and Rihanna. No word has been shared by Michael's management team regarding the rumor though.
Music Winners List of 40th Annual NAACP Image Awards
February 13, 2009 11:02:55Winners of this year's NAACP Image Awards in music category have been announced during a live ceremony at Los Angeles' Shrine Auditorium on February 12. Jennifer Hudson was the one who won big at the annual event, collecting three trophies.
Jennifer claimed her first victory as Outstanding New Artist, beating down Anthony Davis, Jazmine Sullivan, Leona Lewis and Estelle. "This is where we come from," she said when taking the stage to pick up the trophy. "So it's always an honor to come home and feel welcome and to feel the love. I really cherish this and appreciate it."
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.
Video Premiere: will.i.am's 'She's a Star'
January 08, 2009 03:01:28A music video aimed to promote will.i.am's track "She's a Star" has hit the web. Filmed in black-and-white scenes, it mainly highlights the Black Eyed Peas' member when he goes for a walk along the beach.
"She's a Star" is a song worked on by powerhouse producer Polow Da Don. It appears in will.i.am's second solo studio album "Songs About Girls", the 2007 record which lines up Snoop Dogg and Cheryl Cole of Girls Aloud as its featured guests.
List of 40th NAACP Image Awards Nominees in Music
January 08, 2009 09:01:15Nominees of 2009 NAACP Image Awards for its recording category have been announced on January 7 in Los Angeles. From the announcement, it is revealed that Jennifer Hudson leads the pack with six nods and Beyonce Knowles follows with five counts.
Topping the music list, Jennifer competes with Anthony David, Estelle, Jazmine Sullivan and Leona Lewis in "Outstanding New Artist". She meanwhile lands her self-titled debut album in a stiff competition with Beyonce's "I Am...Sasha Fierce", Kanye West's "808's & Heartbreak", Ne-Yo's "Year of the Gentleman" and Seal's "Soul" in "Outstanding Album".
will.i.am to Perform on 'Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2009'
December 18, 2008 10:12:02Black Eyed Peas member will.i.am has been announced by ABC and Dick Clark Productions to make a live appearance on holiday's show "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2009". At the Hollywood Party segments, he is scheduled to perform "It's A New Day", the song he created to celebrate the historic victory of President-elect Barack Obama.
Also joining will.i.am to rock the Hollywood Party segments of the show are Natasha Bedingfield, Fall Out Boy, Jesse McCartney, Ne-Yo, The Pussycat Dolls, Solange Knowles and Robin Thicke. Meanwhile, Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift and Lionel Richie will be performing live from Time Square for the upcoming event.
Video: Bandmates Give Fergie Wedding Tips
December 13, 2008 12:12:36Taboo and will.i.am, Stacy Ferguson's bandmates of the Black Eyed Peas, give some wedding tips for the female singer who reportedly is going to marry her actor boyfriend Josh Duhamel in the near future. Both music moguls, however, insist they know nothing about details of the couple's wedding as they've been keeping them top secret.
"I told her to embrace the day of [the wedding]," Taboo exclusively told Hollyscoop at the Conga Room reopening party in Los Angeles when asked what tip he had for bride-wannabe Fergie. "Don't let it pass. Embrace the day, enjoy the day, and take it as it comes, appreciate it as it comes."
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."
will.i.am's Performance at India Live Earth Concert Axed
December 01, 2008 02:12:47will.i.am is forced to call off his scheduled performance at Live Earth Concert in Mumbay, India. The cancellation happens due to the announcement made by the show's promoter confirming that the event has been scrapped off following the Wednesday deadly attacks which killed nearly 200 people in the city.
"Everyone involved with Live Earth India ... is stunned and saddened by the tragic events of the past few days in our host city Mumbai," the promoter said in a statement. "We always felt very welcomed and safe as we spent more time on the ground in Mumbai to finalize plans."
Natalie Imbruglia and will.i.am Kissing and Groping at Private Members' Club
November 18, 2008 02:11:30Rumors that Natalie Imbruglia and will.i.am are new lovers have been all over the net in the wake of a report, made public by the Daily Mail, claiming they've been spotted "kissing and groping" at a private members' bar in London over the weekend. They are claimed to be acting very ignorant of other surprised clubbers, including Sienna Miller and Jesse Metcalfe.
A source who happened to be at Monroes nightclub at No 5 Cavendish Square witnessed Natalie and will.i.am's public display of affection. The source testified that "It was a very drunken night in one of the private VIP rooms. A few models and the stars got through a number of magnums of champagne and vodka," adding, "Natalie and Will were getting on really well, and there were some surprised looks when they started kissing. Sienna made her excuses and left fairly early, but the others stayed until 7 A.M."
Video Premiere: will.i.am's 'It's a New Day'
November 10, 2008 09:11:50After giving the first taste of his "It's a New Day" video on "The Oprah Winfrey Show", will.i.am releases the full music video via Dipdive. Directed by Ben Mor, the video presents also the Black Eyed Peas member's celebrity friends such as bandmate Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie, Kanye West, Kerry Washington, Olivia Wilde, and Jonathan Schaech among others.
"It's a New Day" is will.i.am's third pro-Barack Obama song that was made immediately after the Democratic leader's win on the November 4 election. Since it's a political-charged one, the video also contains flashes of notable politic figures such as Obama on election night, Abraham Lincoln and Harriet Tubman. There's also the footage when he was interviewed by CNN and appeared as hologram from Chicago's Grant Park where he described the scene at Obama's coronation.
will.i.am Performing 'It's a New Day' on Oprah Winfrey's Show
November 08, 2008 01:11:39will.i.am made a live performance singing his post-election song "It's a New Day" for the first time on "The Oprah Winfrey Show". As it has previously been announced by his spokesperson, the Black Eyed Peas' member also debuted a music video for the new single on the November-7 episode of the TV show.
On the video posted below, while will.i.am was standing in front of Oprah's audience singing the pro-Barack Obama song, the music video was played on a huge screen behind him. Started with the rapper's close-up shot, the video featured some clips showing the euphoria of Obama's supporters after the Democratic candidate won the November-4 U.S. presidential election.
will.i.am's 'It's a New Day' Music Video to Be Premiered on Oprah Winfrey's Show
November 07, 2008 11:11:59will.i.am's music video for his latest pro-Barack Obama song, "It's a New Day", will be debuted on "The Oprah Winfrey Show". His representative broke the news to The Associated Press, noting that the video will be premiered on Friday, November 7.
Previously, reports claimed that the video for "It's a New Day" would be heard for the first time on a video-sharing website Dipdive. However, the rapper's camp updated their announcement saying that it will indeed be posted on the site but after it firstly makes its debut on Oprah's show.
will.i.am to Celebrate Barack Obama's Victory With New Song
November 06, 2008 10:11:37Rapper will.i.am will release another pro-Barack Obama song after the Democratic candidate won the November-4 U.S. presidential election. Called "It's A New Day", the single will hit the internet on video-sharing website Dipdive. He will also shoot a music video to support the song.
In addition, the Black Eyed Peas' member will create a web page as a place for people to leave comments and testimonials about how proud they are to be making a change. "This was inspired by America. It's about Obama winning, and really paying tribute to those people who are responsible for that happening, and that's the American people," he said during the election night.
'Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa' Brings the Jungle to L.A. Premiere
October 27, 2008 10:10:32On Sunday, October 26, DreamWorks Pictures have thrown a unique Los Angeles premiere in the anticipation of "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" theatrical release. Holding the event at Mann Village Theatre in Westwood, the studio installed green carpet in front of the theater and brought out some of its characters, Alex the lion and the penguins, to greet the in-coming celebrities.
Most of the voice-cast ensemble, Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith, Cedric the Entertainer, will.i.am and Andy Richter, were spotted at this eventful evening. They were joined by the film's original music composer Hans Zimmer as well as co-director Tom McGrath.
Video Premiere: will.i.am's 'I Like to Move It'
October 23, 2008 01:10:27A music video for will.i.am's cover of "I Like to Move It" which serves as a soundtrack for the big screen "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" has been debuted. Featuring all the lovable characters on the movie such as Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe, Gloria the hippo, King Julien, Maurice, and the penguins, the music video presents all the animals dancing on a supposed-to-be meadow.
Beside singing the movie's theme song, will.i.am will also dub the voice of a new character named Moto Moto. Soundtrack album for the movie will carry 17 tracks including four new songs co-written by will.i.am and composer Hans Zimmer, "The Traveling Song", "Big and Chunky", "She Loves Me", and "Best Friends". Release date for the album hasn't been announced yet.
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.
Hollywood Celebs Urge People to Vote in '5 Friends' PSA
October 02, 2008 10:10:48The U.S. presidential election is less than five weeks away and Hollywood celebs have been very vocal encouraging Americans to start registering in order to be able to vote, starring in a public service announcement (PSA) video, called "5 Friends." Among them who are taking part in the cause include Halle Berry, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sarah Silverman, Ellen DeGeneres, Jennifer Aniston, Jamie Foxx, Ashton Kutcher, will.i.am and many more.
In the more-than-four minutes video the celebrities try to emphasize the importance of voting. They can be seen in the footage urging people repeatedly to register and vote and pursue their five friends or more to get involved in the highly anticipated presidential election.
Fergie and will.i.am Join Forces for Charity Theme Song
September 25, 2008 04:09:17Two of Black Eyed Peas' members, will.i.am and Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie team up to record a charity anthem for "Global Call to Action Against Poverty" campaign. Called "In My Name", the tune is aimed at encouraging citizens as well as governments to stand up for the poor.
"Politicians promised in 2000 to halve poverty in 15 years," will.i.am shares his thought about the social problem. "They made this pledge in my name, now they must act to achieve it." Furthermore, other artists to join the charity program reportedly include Kristin Davis, John Legend, and Scarlett Johansson.
will.i.am and KT Tunstall Team Up for Charity Anthems
September 18, 2008 04:09:49Rapper will.i.am is scheduled to team up with Scottish singer KT Tunstall and Guy Berryman of Coldplay in order to record a fund-raising album as a tribute to surviving indigenous people. Other musicians to contribute in the effort include Jason Mraz, Hot Chip, and English multi-instrumentalist musician Mike Oldfield.
Furthermore, in an attempt to support the album, the Coldplay bassists and a-ha have formed a new band called Apparatjik. Commenting on their offshoot new band, Guy says, "Everyone asks what inspired us, what we've been trying to steal and what we listened to as we were growing up. The first band I loved was a-ha."
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".
Video Premiere: will.i.am's 'One More Chance'
August 05, 2008 09:08:06William James Adams, Jr. best known by his stage name will.i.am, has just released a music video for his third single "One More Chance" from his solo album "Songs About Girls". It was premiered in late July.
The song was co-written by Fernando Garibay. It mainly talks about a hope for second chance in a relationship. The video features the star walking the streets with a town display behind him. He is rapping in a cell phone with a girl who plays as his ex-lover, pleading for a second chance from the woman.
Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am Opens Up About 'Wolverine' Movie Role
June 20, 2008 01:06:55Famed to be the founding member and frontman of hip hop group Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am is about to break out from his musician image to be a mutant in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" the spin-off to the "X-Men" movie series. And, it seems that he is not shy in sharing his experiences in working for the film and discussing bits of details from "Wolverine".
Confirming that he will be portraying John Wraith a.k.a Kestrel who is one of the 'Team X' members along with Wolverine, Sabretooth, Maverick, Mastodon, and Silver Fox, the hip hop star shared interesting facts about his character to MTV. "I'm a teleporter...I'm here, I'm there, I'm everywhere. Boom, boom, boom!" explained the band mate of Stacy Ferguson who is famously known as Fergie. "My character's name is John Wraith. He's a black Texan. He's not a cowboy, but his gear suggests that he is. He's just a badass who'll whoop your ass."
Video Premiere: Flo Rida's 'In the Ayer'
June 14, 2008 09:06:17Flo Rida, the rapper who surfaced on the music scene with his infectious hit "Low", has spawned another single from his debut album. He has selected "In the Ayer" as the third single off "Mail on Sunday" and a music video accompanying it has been premiered on Friday, June 13.
The video that was directed by Shane Drake (Paramore, Timbaland), was one of the clips being debuted on new MTV show, "FN MTV" which is hosted by Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz. It features a cameo by the song's collaborator, will.i.am who along with Flo Rida is throwing words to the camera. Part of the clip shows Flo Rida and his entourage walking into a bank with a bag full of money before he was being led to another part of the building.
Video Premiere: will.i.am's 'Heartbreaker' Ft. Cheryl Cole
March 31, 2008 09:03:03will.i.am's long overdue single "Heartbreaker" finally has gotten its music video premiered. The clip that was previewed earlier this month, is featuring Girls Aloud's Cheryl Cole whose voice is also added in the song.
Cheryl is part of the video after she got through the audition that she did as part of her group's reality show, "The Passions of Girls Aloud". Cheryl stated that she has a secret passion of being a street dancer and eventually was given a role by will.i.am who later on also decided to put her as additional vocal too. "For her documentary, Cheryl was originally just meant to be part of the dance troupe for will.i.am's song - but he asked her to do backing vocals," a source said.
Video Preview: will.i.am's 'Heartbreaker' Feat. Cheryl Cole
March 17, 2008 04:03:59A preview of will.i.am's upcoming music video for track "Heartbreaker" has been released on-line. The footage is previewed along with the streaming of "The Passions of Girls Aloud", a documentary that chronicles the passion of each of the British band's members outside their pop career.
Member Cheryl Cole, in particular has a passion of street dancing and she hooked up with will.i.am earlier this month in L.A. to shoot a music video where she does the street dancing. "For her documentary, Cheryl was originally just meant to be part of the dance troupe for will.i.am's song - but he asked her to do backing vocals," as source said.
will.i.am Posted Second Pro-Obama Music Video
March 01, 2008 11:03:29Still going on with his Barrack Obama-pro campaign, Black Eyed Peas' member will.i.am posted the second video in support of the political figure. In the new video, he has tapped a string of new artists, including movie stars.
To name some who participate in the video are Jessica Alba, Ryan Phillippe, George Lopez, Kerry Washington, Macy Gray, Malcolm-Jamal Warner from The Cosby Show and fellow Black Eyed Pea, Taboo. They contribute spoken verses on why they support Obama, backed by a chorus of voices chanting "Obama" and vocalists singing "We Are the Ones" which melody is written by will.i.am.
Will.i.am of Black Eyed Peas Joins 'Wolverine'
February 20, 2008 11:02:47After Taboo was earlier reported to be joining the cast of "Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li", another member of hip-hop group Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am, is also reported to be going to get involved in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine". Variety reported that the band's frontman has been signed to play John Wraith a.k.a Kestrel, the Team X mutant with the ability to teleport.
The 32-year-old hip-hop superstar will be joined another just confirmed cast members, actor Ryan Reynolds, who is set to play Deadpool, and "Friday Night Lights" star Taylor Kitsch, who is chosen to star as Gambit. The three new cast additions will star alongside Hugh Jackman and Liev Schreiber in the action film set to be released May 1, 2009.
will.i.am Inspired by Obama Speech in New Song, the Video
February 04, 2008 03:02:50will.i.am has turned a Barack Obama speech to the verse of his song. Through the song, the member of Black Eyed Peas, is hoping that people will go to vote in the upcoming election so that the result will be fair and judge.
"The outcome of the last two elections has saddened me on how unfair, backwards, upside down, unbalanced, untruthful, corrupt, and just simply, how wrong the world and 'politics' are," he explained.
John Legend Working on New Album With will.i.am
October 13, 2007 02:10:29
Grammy-winning singer John Legend has begun the work of his third album that will follow 2006's 'Once Again'. For this piece, Legend has Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am behind the panel.
The singer who loves new acts also tapped a British songwriter named Think and several other relatively-unknown writers to bring in freshness in his album. "When I write, I don't really have a goal that day, I always just go in and say, 'We'll see what comes.' I don't have any rules about it other than that I have to love it. We'll see," he said in an interview with Rolling Stone.com.
Video of will.i.am's 'I Got It From My Mama' Unreleased Remix Leaks
October 01, 2007 12:10:35
Although or due to the relatively mild chart position that 'I Got It From My Mama' earned, will.i.am has remixed the first single that is taken from his recently released album 'Songs About Girls'. The remix has taken samples from Daft Punk's materials, but it was later on disapproved.
The remix version is now not eligible for release, so does its music video. However, words have spread and both the audio and music clip have leaked online.
Cover Art of will.i.am's 'Songs About Girls' Unveiled!
September 03, 2007 10:09:17
will.i.am's new album has begun taking shape. The cover art of 'Songs About Girls' has been revealed by the singer's label, Interscope.
The album is still due September 25 and first single 'I Got It From My Mama' keeps on climbing the Billboard Hot 100 chart from # 93 to #57 and to currently peaking at number 32.
will.i.am Releasing First Single and Video From Solo LP
August 04, 2007 09:08:49
Black Eyed Peas aside, member will.i.am is practicing his yet another solo project which would be his third. Titled "Song About Girls", the album has pulled out its lead single "I Got It From My Mama" as well as its music video for the song.
Interestingly, like many musicians gearing solo project after being a group, Will also had his time. "I was like, 'How and why should I put out a solo project?' I could just do another Black Eyed Peas record," he said. But all in all, he was on to get the spotlight while revealing that there's no Black Eyed Peas record coming out in near future.
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."
Wyclef Jean Goes Native in Seventh Album
May 31, 2007 11:05:28
Gaining reputation through duet with Shakira in "Hips Don't Lie" and penning T.I.'s new single, Wyclef Jean is back concentrating on his solo career. A seventh album titled "The Carnival 2: Memoirs of an Immigrant" will be out after three long hiatus.
The album that is due September will see him working with Paul Simon, Mary J. Blige, Chamillionaire and Akon among some. The ex- member of The Fugees also got the partnership of The Pussycat Dolls' Nicole Scherzinger out of coincidence. He said he was working on a new sound when "Nicole happens to be there. Like, ain't nothing rehearsed because we went in on a vibe." Nicole will be featured in his first single with the help from Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am.
will.i.am Launches "i.am Antik" Denim Line
May 16, 2007 09:05:32
A hip hop musician and founding member of the popular music group Black Eyed Peas, will.i.am is jumping into fashion bandwagon.
The lyricist and music producer is teaming up with Blue Holdings, Inc., a designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-end fashion jeans, apparel and accessories, to launch a new denim line.
Chris Brown Sends "Exclusive" Package in September
April 19, 2007 10:04:25
Initially aimed for August release, Chris Brown's "Exclusive" is now pushed back to one month later. In coincidence to this sophomore effort, Chris is on the brim of taking transition to a more mature singer.
The soon to be 18 years old singer is careful not to stray away too far from his teen star signature. He said, "I am still going to keep it so my younger fans can continue to listen to my music, but I got a couple of joints on there that's for some of the older people."
He continued that there are indeed songs about sexuality and stuffs but he is not willing to go further into it.
Common, from "Be" to "Finding Forever"
April 10, 2007 02:04:04
Rapper Common has set a release date for new album "Finding Forever". The album will be released July 10 via Geffen Records. He has tapped several noted artists to contribute both in front and behind this piece.
People in the back stage of this seventh album include Kanye West, will.i.am, the late hip hop producer J Dilla and Grammy award winning producer Devo Springsteen. West produced the first single "The People" that features singer Dwele and other 7 tracks.
Daddy Yankee Releases His Best Piece
April 04, 2007 09:04:51
Puerto Rican Reggaeton Daddy Yankee is up for a new release of album. Titled "El Cartel: The Big Boss", the album is his eight and most artists-packed.
Daddy Yankee said this record could be his best and can be very potential in the market. This came as the result of tying other artists to either produce or collaborate. To name a few, there are Akon, Stacy Ferguson aka Fergie and will.i.am of Black Eyed Peas and The Pussycat Dolls's Nicole Scherzinger.
John Legend Taps Artists to Enter "Home School"
March 10, 2007 12:03:22
Grammy Award wining John Legend broadens his influence in the musical industry by opening a recording house, Home Schooling. He is looking forward to tap both several young artists and the renowned ones to be 'home schooled'.
In search of new talents, Legend eyed British hip-hop singer Estelle. Legend has met the singer and hooked up nicely, "We've already gotten close to finishing the album, and she's got some great material. Estelle is an extremely talented writer and performer, rapper and singer, all of that, and she's got a great ear. She really gets music, so I think she's going to do very well." Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am is reported to have been working in the studio with Estelle.
Macy Gray Plans "Big" Release on March 27th
February 03, 2007 02:02:24
It's been four years that Macy Gray doesn't release any single album. Though so, the R&B singer is planning to have a "Big" release on March 27th later this year.
"Big", a follow up to Grey's 2003 "The Trouble With Being Myself," boasts production from will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas, and Justin Timberlake, both of whom also provide guest performances on the project.
will.i.am Is Taking on Jacko
January 04, 2007 02:01:42
Grammy-winning producer will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas is taking on Michael Jackson.
The red-hot producer has been speaking about his work with Jacko on the once-crowned King of Pop's planned U.S. comeback album, due before the end of 2007.
Nominations for the 49th Annual Grammy Awards
December 08, 2006 10:12:51
Mary J. Blige's singing career is reaching its peak, thanks to her latest music effort "The Breakthrough". The set, not only brought the singer to win big at this year Billboard Music Awards, but also scores her eight nominations for the 49th annual Grammy Awards.
The songbird vies for the categories of Best R&B Album for "The Breakthrough", Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Female R&B Vocal Performance, and Best R&B Song all for "Be Without You", Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals for "One" which she recorded with U2, Best R&B Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals for duet with Jamie Foxx on "Love Changes", and Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance for "I Found My Everything" featuring Raphael Saadiq.
Michael Jackson Invites will.i.am to Collaborate for An Upcoming Album
October 31, 2006 01:10:11
Michael Jackson is moving faster than anyone has thought. The King of Pop, who's been slated to receive the Diamond Award at the upcoming World Music Awards, has asked will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas to collaborate on some new tracks for an upcoming album.
"I like what he is doing and thought it would be interesting to collaborate or just see how the chemistry worked," Jacko said on the encounter. "I think he's doing wonderful, innovative, positive, great music."
"Ciara: The Evolution"
October 11, 2006 11:10:42
Ciara, the multi-platinum R&B/pop sensation, will have her sophomore effort "Ciara: The Evolution" hit the stores December 5, 2006. The album is the follow-up to her 2004 triple-platinum "Goodies" which spawned three #1 singles and earned the songbird four Grammy nominations among others.
As for the new set, Ciara recruited a handful of notable names, including Rodney Jerkins, will.i.am, Pharrell Williams, and Lil Jon. Additionally, she also does a collaboration with fellow rapper 50 Cent for the set's song called "Dope Boys".
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.
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.
Timberlake Working on His 2nd Solo Album
January 21, 2006 10:01:21As an attempt to embrace more success with his second solo album, pop singer Justin Timberlake is embracing a trio of producers to help him finishing the set, which is expected sometime this year via Jive Records.
Besides uber-producer Rick Rubin, Timberlake also is recruiting Timbaland and the Black Eyed Peas' will.i.am. Being asked about the singer's new set, will.i.am said "I can't explain it, that's how dope it is."
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.
The 48th Grammy Nominees
December 09, 2005 09:12:05These days belong to "Mimi." With her comeback album, tentatively titled "The Emancipation of Mimi," pop diva Mariah Carey slowly but sure would repeat her world success in the music scene which is apparent as she gains 8 nominations for the 2005 Grammy Awards, which actual event scheduled for Los Angeles on Feb. 8 and will be broadcast on CBS.
The 8 nominations that Carey gets among others include Album of the Year and Record of the Year. Though, she isn't the only big nominee for the prestigious event, there are also John Legend and Kanye West who both earns 8 nominations as well. 50 Cent, Beyonce Knowles, Will.i.am, and Stevie Wonder are those who get 6 nominations. Also there are Missy Elliott, Alicia Keys, Bruce Springsteen, Gwen Stefani and U2 with 5 nominations.
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."
