Justin Bieber is writing his new album while on tour. The teen singing sensation — who is currently on his My World Tour – has revealed, despite having to travel the globe, he has still found the time to lay down tracks for his next record and is “excited” about giving fans the opportunity to hear his new music this summer.
Johnny Depp tips big at British pub
Johnny Depp thrilled staff at a British pub when he left $1500 in tips. The actor is shooting his new film Dark Shadows at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, which is just outside London, and although he staying at a $2,000-a-night, five star hotel in Ascot, Johnny has preferred to spend his evenings in local pub the Thatched Tavern.
Los Angeles: American Idol Grand Finale
American Idol Grand Finale
Be there when the next “American Idol” is announced! A spectacular live event also including pop music superstars!
Date/Location: May 25th, 2011 Nokia Theatre, Los Angeles
777 Chick Hearn Court, Los Angeles, CA 90015
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American Idol (also known as American Idol: The Search for a Superstar) is a reality television singing competition created by Simon Fuller and produced by FremantleMedia North America and 19 Entertainment, which began airing on Fox on June 11, 2002. Part of the Idol franchise, it is a spin-off from the UK show Pop Idol. The concept of the series is to find new solo recording artists, and has since become one of the most popular in the history of American television. As of January 2011, it is the most-watched TV series in the Nielsen ratings and is the only program to have been number one for six consecutive seasons, surpassing All in the Family and The Cosby Show, which were both number one for five consecutive seasons.
The program aims to discover the best singer in the country where the winner is determined by the viewers. Through telephone, Internet, and SMS text voting, viewers have chosen as winners Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, Kris Allen, and Lee DeWyze (listed in chronological order).
The series employs a panel of judges who critique the contestants’ performances. The original three judges were Grammy Award-winning record producer and music manager Randy Jackson, Grammy Award-winning pop singer and Emmy Award-winning choreographer Paula Abdul and award-winning music executive and music manager Simon Cowell. Since January 2011, the judging panel currently consists of Jackson, award-winning singer/actress and record producer Jennifer Lopez and Aerosmith frontman and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Steven Tyler. For all seasons the show has been hosted by radio disc jockey Ryan Seacrest.
Las Vegas: Billboard Music Awards 2011 @ MGM Grand Hotel
Billboard Music Awards
MGM Grand Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
Sun, May 22, 2011 05:00 PM
The 2011 Billboard Music Awards will air on ABC live from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on May 22, in partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. The announcement was made by Richard D. Beckman, CEO of Prometheus Global Media, which owns Billboard. The live broadcast will be co-executive produced by Mr. Beckman and Don Mischer of Don Mischer Productions, Billboard mediates.
“This show marks the first of several broadcast platforms we plan to build around the Billboard franchise,” Beckman said. “We have an incredible network partner and with Don Mischer, one of the finest producers in the world. We look forward to entertaining music fans with Billboard’s own rendition of a televised celebration of music.”
The awards will reflect Billboard’s chart rankings based on key fan interactions with music, including album, single and digital sales, touring, streaming and social interactions on MySpace, Facebook and other popular online destinations for music. These measurements are tracked year-round by Billboard and its data partners. The awards will be based on the reporting period of February 28, 2010 through March 1, 2011. Top artists will be recognized in a variety of genres, including R&B, Rap, Pop, Country, Rock, Latin and Alternative.
“Las Vegas is a world-class destination known for hosting special events,” said Rossi Ralenkotter, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. “Millions of visitors enjoy our entertainment offerings every year and having the Billboard Music Awards return to Las Vegas gives them one more reason to visit.”
Los Angeles: Aphrodite Live 2011 (Kylie Minogue and Kaskade)
Aphrodite Live 2011
Kylie Minogue and Kaskade
Friday 20 May 2011
Hollywood Bowl
2301 N. Highland Ave
Los Angeles CA 90078
United States
Show on Map
Tel: 323.850.2000
Web: www.hollywoodbowl.com
Los Angeles: Rammstein @ Great Western Forum
Rammstein
Friday 20 May 2011
Great Western Forum
3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA
Inglewood, Los Angeles CA 90305
United States
Show on Map
Tel: (310) 330-7300
Web: www.thelaforum.com
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Rammstein is a German Neue Deutsche Härte band from Berlin, formed in 1994. The band consists of members Till Lindemann (lead vocals), Richard Z. Kruspe (lead guitar and backing vocals), Paul H. Landers (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Oliver “Ollie” Riedel (bass guitar), Christoph “Doom” Schneider (drums and electronic percussion) and Christian “Flake” Lorenz (keyboards). They are widely accepted as part of the Neue Deutsche Härte scene, alongside bands such as Oomph!, Eisbrecher, and Die Krupps. Their songs are usually in German, but they have also performed songs entirely or partially in other languages such as English, Spanish, French and Russian. As of 2009, they have sold over 15 million records worldwide. Rammstein’s entire catalogue is published by Universal Music Group. Since their formation in 1994, Rammstein has had no changes in their band line-up nor have any members left the band.
Rammstein takes their name indirectly from the German town of Ramstein-Miesenbach, the site of the flight show disaster on 28 August 1988. The band’s signature song, “Rammstein”, is a commemoration of the disaster. In a short period before the band became well known, they performed using the name “Rammstein-Flugschau” (literally meaning “Rammstein-Flightshow”).
Helena-Reet reveals favourite wines
Hollywood A-list journalist, reporter and Ohmygossip Couture brand developer Helena-Reet Ennet has revealed her favourite wines.
Los Angeles: Yael Naim @ Hotel Cafe
Yael Naim @ Hotel Cafe – Los Angeles, CA
May 16
Location Hotel Cafe
1623 N Cahuenga Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
6 pm, Show 7 pm, 21+, $20
Yael Naïm (Hebrew: יעל נעים) (born February 6, 1978 in Paris, France), is an Israeli singer-songwriter.
Elizabeth Hurley and Hugh Grant are taking cookery, music and language classes together
Elizabeth Hurley and Hugh Grant are taking cookery, music and language classes together. The former couple – who dated for 13 years until 2000 and are now close friends – are incredibly competitive with one another and love tackling new skills and seeing who comes out the most accomplished.
Taylor Lautner loves Britney Spears
Taylor Lautner is a huge fan of Britney Spears. The 19-year-old actor – who plays tough werewolf Jacob Black in the ‘Twilight Saga’ movies – can’t stop listening to the singer’s new album ‘Femme Fatale’ and is looking forward to checking out her new music videos.
Dolly Parton wants to sing with Lady Gaga
Dolly Parton wants to sing a duet with Lady Gaga. The country singer admires the eccentric pop star and was so impressed with Gaga’s country-style version of her own hit ‘Born This Way’ she has decided they would make a great song together.
Robert Pattinson’s disappointing love scenes
Reese Witherspoon’s love scenes with Robert Pattinson left her “disappointed”. The ‘Water for Elephants’ actress was let down by her hunky co-star when they filmed their characters’ intimate scenes because he had a terrible cold.
Helena-Reet: Coffee is like a fresh start in a cup
Helena-Reet Ennet says coffee helps her beat stress and it’s like a fresh start in a cup. The entertainment journalist and Ohmygossip Couture brand developer avoids clashes with her daughters Estella Elisheva (4) and Ivanka Shoshana (2) by hinting at her stress levels before they rise.
Los Angeles: John Maus @ The Echo
John Maus
Friday 13 May 2011
The Echo
1822 West Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles CA 90026
United States
Show on Map
Tel: (213) 413-8200
Web: www.attheecho.com
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John Maus (born February 23, 1980) is an American composer. John Maus studied music at the California Institute of the Arts. He later went on study philosophy at the European Graduate School, in Saas Fee Switzerland.
Los Angeles: Man Man @ El Rey Theatre
Man Man
Friday 13 May 2011
El Rey Theatre
5515 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90036
United States
Show on Map
Tel: (323) 936-6400
Web: www.theelrey.com
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Man Man is an experimental band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Man Man is known for their exuberant live performances. When performing, the members of the band sometimes synchronize their dress, often seen in white outfits and, more commonly, war paint.
The band uses pseudonyms—the frontman is Honus Honus, and its other members are Pow Pow, Chang Wang, Turkey Moth, and Jefferson.
They’re known for their multi instrumental style that centers on the piano playing of lead singer/lyricist Honus Honus accompanied by a wide variety of other instruments played by the rest of the band. On recordings, Honus usually plays piano but during the live shows he uses a Rhodes Piano or a Nord Electro 3. Other instruments played by the rest of the band include a clavinet, Moog Little Phatty, sousaphone, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, flute, bass clarinet, drum set, euphonium, Fender Jazz Bass, Danelectro baritone guitar, xylophone, marimba, melodica and various percussive instruments including pots and pans, toy noise makers, chinese funeral horns, spoons, smashing plates, and fireworks.