Since the international success of ‘American Boy’, Estelle has been churning out great single after great single – the latest being ‘Come Over’ featuring Sean Paul. The video for the release premiered here in the UK today. Put simply, its pretty good.
Estelle’s album ‘Shine’ is in stores now.
What do you think of the song / video?
The second week of X Factor 2008 live shows aired last night here in the UK. Check out my 2 Pence on the Big Band themed week below:Alexandra Burke – Candyman
Rachel Hyton – Feeling Good
Final 12 – Hero
Great to see Rachel giving the performance we all knew she was capable of. I must say, Alexandra did an awesome job. I’m really hoping she wins it.
Your thoughts?
New Beyonce news has seemingly become a staple feature as the release of her eagerly anticipated 3rd solo outing ‘I Am…Sasha Fierce’ draws nearer its November 18th release (November 17th in the UK). Tidbit: To clarify, the album (as a whole) will be titled ‘I Am…Sasha Fierce’, serving to introduce her alter ego Sasha Fierce as well as showcase the more ballad-esque tracks on the ‘I Am…’ part of the album. Still confused? LOL.
X Factor chiefs are reportedly furious that Beyoncé has also agreed to appear on Strictly Come Dancing.
The singer, who is promoting her new LP I Am… Sasha Fierce, has already agreed to appear on the ITV singing contest in December.
However, The Mirror reports that Strictly has nabbed the star to make an earlier appearance at the end of November.
“As far as we are concerned we are the No1 show on Saturday. If X Factor wants Beyoncé, they’ll have to wait. She has signed and we’ve also got Take That confirmed for the coming weeks,” a BBC source said.
Meanwhile, an insider at The X Factor said they also have Mariah Carey and Britney Spears lined up. “We aren’t happy Beyoncé is doing Strictly, but she is just one of a number of huge names we’re getting,” the source said. {Source}
It’s a win/win IMO. Word has it she’ll be performing ‘If I Were A Boy’ on X-Factor, while (possibly) offering the first live rendition of ‘Single Ladies’ on Strictly Come Dancing. I guess time will tell.
Anyway, you can now watch the trailer for Bey’s forthcoming movie, Cadillac Records (due in theatres in December) below:
Good stuff.
Your thoughts?
In saddens us to report that tragedy has struck the household of Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson. According to an increasing number of news outlets, the singer’s mother and brother were killed in Chicago this afternoon. Hudson’s 7 year old nephew is also missing. See the report via Fox News below:Actress and singer Jennifer Hudson’s mother and brother were found shot to death Friday at Hudson’s Chicago home, and police have issued an Amber Alert for Hudson’s 7-year-old nephew.
Chicago Police Department spokeswoman Monique Bond says the deaths appear to be the result of domestic abuse.
Authorities think Julian King was taken from the home by William Balfour, a suspect in the double killing, and they think Balfour fled in a 1994 white Chevrolet Suburban.
Sources tell FOXNews.com Hudson is on her way to Chicago.
Deputy Chief Joseph Patterson said a family member entered the home around 3 p.m. Friday, found a woman fatally shot on the living room floor and left to notify authorities. Responding officers found a man fatally shot in the bedroom, Patterson said. There was no sign of forced entry.
The Cook County medical examiner’s office says officials were dispatched Friday afternoon to the house. Sources on the scene tell FOXNews.com police haven’t released to the bodies.
Police tape blocked access to the large, white house, where a crowd had gathered outside.
Hudson grew up in Chicago, and public listings show the address registered to her and her mother, Darnell Donerson. Hudson’s brother is Jason Hudson.
Calls to Hudson’s representative and attorney were not immediately returned.
Our sincerest condolences go out to Jennifer and her entire family. We pray for the safe return of her nephew.
UPDATE 1: Police are looking for William Balfour (bottom left), who they claim could be with the missing 7-year-old. According to records, Balfour listed Hudson’s mother’s address as a place of residence within the last year. According to the Illinois Department of Corrections website, Balfour is currently on parole after serving jail time for attempted murder.
UPDATE 2: Lost in all this is Jennifer’s sister Julia, mother of the missing 7-year-old. We’re told she works as a bus driver in Chicago. Her employer told us she worked her shift today. She hasn’t been seen since.
It’s Friday, it’s been a slow news day thus far, so I’ll throw it back to you guys to express yourselves as you wish. Always an entertaining read, I must say…
The King of Pop Michael Jackson caused a media frenzy when he made a rare appearance during a shopping trip in West Hollywood, California yesterday. A much happier and healthier Jackson, 50, is said to have made a number of purchases at an antiques store which ironically is called ‘Off The Wall’ – the same name as his 1980 breakthrough solo effort.It is believed that Michael currently resides in neighbouring Las Vegas, where he continues to work on a number of projects, including his eagerly awaited ‘comeback’ album.
What do you think of the pics?
Peep this preview of Mariah Carey’s 3rd official release from ‘E=MC²’, ‘I Stay In Love’. The clip was directed by husband Nick Cannon.
Kudos to Mariah for actually releasing a half-decent song within the life-span of the album (which I personally think expired when ‘Bye Bye’ stalled), but I’m kinda thinking it may be too late. I’m really baffled at why labels seem to be ignoring the tracks the masses are calling for to be released i.e. in Mariah’s case ‘For The Record’, Rihanna ‘Breakin’ Dishes’, the list goes on…
Anyway, can catch the BET: Access Granted for ‘I Stay In Love’ on Monday (27th October).
Your thoughts?
The video for Keri Hilson’s latest assault on the charts ‘Return The Favor’ premiered on Yahoo Music a few moments ago. As an avid fan of the song, I’m pleased that the video really compliments what is an excellent track. Futuristic and edgy, the clip (correct me if wrong) sees Timbaland oversee the makings of a star. Indeed, if this song takes off (which I hope it does), Keri could be on her way to stardom.
What do you think of the video?
In news that will no doubt displease fans, Ciara has announced that her 3rd studio album ‘Fantasy Ride’ has been pushed back to January 2009. {Source}It really does seem as if the dreaded ‘push back fever’ that swept the industry last year with the likes of Kelly Rowland, Mya, Nicole Scherzinger etc, is in full effect this year too. Other serially delayed LP’s this year include Keri Hilson’s ‘In A Perfect World’, Brandy’s ‘Human’, among several others.
I’m guessing that the fact ‘Go Girl’ – despite it’s hotter than hot video – is tanking on the Billboard Hot 100 (occasionally dipping in, yet falling short of the Top 100) has something to do with the delay. I still maintain the previously announced ‘High Price’ would have made for a killer first single.
As some of you may know, Beyonce will be starring as legend Etta James in the anticipated ‘Cadillac Records’ movie this December. Unsurprisingly, Ms. Knowles covers James’ career-defining song ‘At Last’ in the movie and similar to her previous film showings (i.e. Dreamgirls) her version will also be released.
Say what you want about her, but she definitely did the song justice. Not as great as the original, I must add, but still a commendable effort. Good stuff.
Hit or Miss?
Peep the official trailer for Mariah Carey’s most recent foray into the movie sphere ‘Tennessee’. Directed by Lee Daniels, the movie is Carey’s first major feature in a film since 2001’s ‘Glitter’…(and we all know the story with that lol). This definitely looks worth a look-see though. ‘Tennessee’ hits theatres across the US on December 19th.
Randomness: Does anyone else think Mariah’s ‘Glitter’ album was actually pretty good? I rate it higher than quite a few of her releases.
Your thoughts?
I spotted these recent pics of rapper Lil’ Kim taken at a New York industry event over at NecoleBitchie.com. Be it a new plastic surgeon or make-up artist ot whatever, this is the best the pint-sized vixen has looked in a long time.
What do you think of the pics?
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