Scott Shetler
Nicki Minaj, LMFAO + More Added to Dick Clark’s New Year’s Eve Special
This might be the Rockin’est New Year’s Eve ever, now that Nicki Minaj, LMFAO and Florence + the Machine have joined an already-impressive lineup for Dick Clark’s annual Times Square bash.
Katy Perry Discusses Grammy Nominations, Kerouac Inspiration
After the Grammy Awards were announced last week, Katy Perry talked about the inspiration for her twice-nominated hit song ‘Firework,’ declaring it an anti-bullying anthem that was inspired by legendary beat writer Jack Kerouac.
Hot Chelle Rae Reveal Beautiful Freaks Tour Dates
Hot Chelle Rae will crisscross the country for three months early next year on the Beautiful Freaks Tour. Today, the band revealed more than 30 dates for the trek, which kicks off Feb. 10 with a show at Family Gras in Metarie, Lousiana.
David Guetta Gets Handprinted at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre
David Guetta became the first DJ to put his hands in cement at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood during a ceremony over the weekend. Guetta attended a ceremony in Grauman’s Ballroom on Dec. 3 and performed a live set to celebrate.
Are 2Gether Planning on Reuniting?
Are the members of the MTV-created fictional boy band 2Gether getting back together? A report from TMZ suggests the guys want to reconnect to make new music and film a parody documentary that would capture their reunion.
Justin Bieber Is Most Searched Person of 2011
The Beliebers can claim another honor for their beloved pop star. According to Internet search results revealed by Bing, Justin Bieber was the most searched person of 2011. He moved up from his No. 6 ranking a year ago to beat out Kim Kardashian, who fell to No. 2.
Katy Perry Is One of Barbara Walters’ Most Fascinating People of 2011
Katy Perry has made the cut as one of Barbara Walters’ Most Fascinating People of the Year. The ‘Teenage Dream’ singer will sit down with the legendary broadcaster for an interview to air on Dec. 14 at 9:30PM ET.
Mike Posner to Drop ‘Sky High’ in Early 2012
Barely a week after Mike Posner released his mixtape ‘The Layover,’ the singer-songwriter is getting ready to unveil his sophomore album. It’s called ‘Sky High,’ and will hit stores sometimes in early 2012.
Rihanna Reaches No. 1 on U.K. Albums Chart
No surprise here: Rihanna‘s ‘Talk That Talk’ is the top-selling album in the U.K. The Official Charts Company reports that the record moved 160,000 copies in its first week, blowing away its competition and breaking several records in the process.
Drake’s Dressing Room Requests Include Chicken Wings and A Lot of Booze
Drake likes chicken wings, sour Gummi Bears, veggie lasagna and lots of booze, according to a leaked document that lists the ‘Take Care‘ rapper’s dressing room requirements.
MTV Is Resurrecting ‘Yo! MTV Raps’ Hip-Hop Series
MTV brought back lovable cartoon idiots Beavis and Butt-head and the alternative rock show ’120 minutes,’ so why not resurrect ‘Yo! MTV Raps,’ the series that may have been the most important hip-hop-related television show of all-time?
Mariah Carey + John Legend, ‘When Christmas Comes’ – Song Review
As the creator of ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You,’ the only song of the past 20 years strong enough to become a holiday classic, Mariah Carey has an obvious talent for writing festive songs for the season. On ‘When Christmas Comes,’ she joins John Legend for a sultry duet about giving the gift of love.