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Lady Gaga Not Eligible For Best New Artist Award at Grammys

Lauren Croteau — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:40:29 +0000

Though it seemed pretty clear that Lady Gaga would be bringing home the award for Best New Artist at the 2010 Grammy Awards, a rule change has affected the nominees for that category, making Gaga ineligible for the award.

Apparently, because her first single, “Just Dance” was nominated at last year’s Grammy Awards she no longer counts as a new artist.

That sucks for her! I’m sure she was thinking no one else had a chance of winning. You guys have any other clues as to who might bring home the award? My money’s on Keri Hilson.

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Nominees for the 2009 People’s Choice Awards Revealed!

Lauren Croteau — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:57:31 +0000

The nominees for the 36th People’s Choice Awards were released recently, and here are the nominees for the pop-related music categories. Favorite Breakout Artist is for sure going to Lady Gaga, who dominated the charts with several hits this year.

The awards show will be hosted by Queen Latifah and will take place on January 6th, at the Nokia Theatre. Also, don’t forget to vote for your favorites on the official website, because it’s your vote that counts!

Check out the nominees below!

Favorite Male Artist:

Favorite Female Artist:

Favorite Breakout Music Artist:

Favorite Music Collaboration:

Cobra Starship and Leighton Meester – "Good Girls Go Bad"
Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat – "Lucky"
Jay-Z, Rihanna and Kanye West – "Run This Town"
T.I. and Rihanna – "Live Your Life"
The Lonely Island and T-Pain – "I’m on a Boat"

Favorite Pop Artist:

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Leona Lewis Performs “Happy” at the 2009 MTV EMAs

Lauren Croteau — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:33:12 +0000

The 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards were full of great performers, including UK singer Leona Lewis, who took the stage to sing her newest track, “Happy.”

As can be expected, Leona sounded great and she looked beautiful. Take a look at her performance below. Check out the photos of her on the red carpet, here.

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Tokio Hotel Performs “World Behind My Wall” at the 2009 EMAs

Lauren Croteau — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:26:25 +0000

German pop/rock band, Tokio Hotel, dominated the stage yesterday during their performance at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards, held in Berlin.

The group performed their single, “World Behind My Wall” and they sounded pretty good! Of course they had to throw in some explosions and fire and all that goodness. Check out their performance below. You can also see some photos of them on the red carpet, here.

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Jonas Brothers Present Michael Jackson Tribute at the EMAs

Lauren Croteau — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:08:54 +0000

Yesterday, teen pop band, the Jonas Brothers, presented a tribute to Michael Jackson during the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards.

Nick and Joe did a relatively good job, but what was up with Kevin? Some people are even saying he sounded drunk! It wasn’t a great in leading up to such an important tribute, but at least the actual video itself was pretty sweet.

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Katy Perry Performs Cabaret Medley at the 2009 EMAs

Lauren Croteau — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:01:48 +0000

Yesterday, Ms. Katy Perry took to the stage at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards, where she opened the show with a medley of songs, sung cabaret style.

She sung some of the most popular songs from this past year including, “I Gotta Feeling”, “When Love Takes Over”, “Use Somebody”, “Halo” and “PokerFace.” Unfortunately, Katy didn’t sound great, but at least it was a great idea. Check out her performance below.

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Winners at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards!

Lauren Croteau — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:03:35 +0000

Singer Katy Perry spiced up the 2009 Europe Music Awards as the host for the awards show. The event was held yesterday in Berlin, with a great variety of winners. Among those who won the most was Beyoncé with three wins.

Winners list of 2009 MTV EMAs in main categories:

Best Song: Beyonce Knowles – "Halo"
Best Live Act: U2
Best Group: Tokio Hotel
Best New Act: Lady GaGa
Best Female: Beyonce Knowles
Best Male: Eminem
Best European Act: maNga
Best Push Artist: Pixie Lott
Best Urban: Jay-Z
Best Rock: Green Day
Best Alternative: Placebo
Best Video: Beyonce Knowles – "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)"
Best World Stage Performance: Linkin Park

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2009 American Music Awards Nominees Announced!

Lauren Croteau — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:45:42 +0000

The nominees for the 2009 American Music Awards have been announced! Among the most nominated for awards this year were Michael Jackson and Taylor Swift. The Kind of Pop scored five AMA nods and Taylor Swift was nominated six times.

Hopefully Michael Jackson is able to win something, to kind of complete his memory. I think it’s nice that they are giving people the chance to vote for MJ. Do so here. Also, confirmed performers include Alicia Keys, Black Eyed Peas, Jennifer Lopez and Adam Lambert. Sounds like it’s going to be a good show.

Be sure to tune in to catch the awards on November 22nd on ABC at 8/7c. Here are the nominees:

POP or ROCK MUSIC

Favorite Male Artist

Eminem
Michael Jackson
T.I.

Favorite Female Artist

Beyonce
Lady Gaga
Taylor Swift

Favorite Band, Duo or Group

Black Eyed Peas
Kings of Leon
Nickelback

Favorite Album

Lady Gaga / Fame
Michael Jackson / Number Ones
Taylor Swift / Fearless

COUNTRY MUSIC

Favorite Male Artist

Jason Aldean
Darius Rucker
Keith Urban

Favorite Female Artist

Reba McEntire
Taylor Swift
Carrie Underwood

Favorite Band, Duo or Group

Rascal Flatts
Sugarland
Zac Brown Band

Favorite Album

Rascal Flatts/ Unstoppable
Taylor Swift / Fearless
Zac Brown Band / Foundation

RAP/HIP-HOP MUSIC

Favorite Male Artist

Eminem
Jay-Z
T. I.

Favorite Album

Eminem / Relapse
Jay-Z / Blueprint 3
T.I. / Paper Trail

SOUL/RHYTHM & BLUES MUSIC

Favorite Male Artist

Jamie Foxx
Michael Jackson
Maxwell

Favorite Female Artist

Beyonce
Keyshia Cole
Keri Hilson

Favorite Band, Duo or Group

Black Eyed Peas
Day26
Mary Mary

Favorite Album

Beyonce / I Am…Sasha Fierce
Black Eyed Peas / The E.N.D.
Michael Jackson / Number Ones

SOUNDTRACKS

Favorite Album

Hannah Montana: The Movie
Hannah Montana 3
Twilight Soundtrack

ALTERNATIVE ROCK MUSIC

Favorite Artist

Green Day
Kings of Leon
Shinedown

ADULT CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

Favorite Artist

Daughtry
Jason Mraz
Taylor Swift

LATIN MUSIC

Favorite Artist

Aventura
Luis Fonsi
Wisin Y Yandel

CONTEMPORARY INSPIRATIONAL

Favorite Artist

Jeremy Camp
Brandon Heath
Mary Mary

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Alternative – KINGS OF LEON
Country – TAYLOR SWIFT
Pop/Rock – LADY GAGA
Rap/Hip-Hop – EMINEM
Soul/R&B – MICHAEL JACKSON

T-MOBILE BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST NOMINATIONS

X Pop/Rock Breakthrough Artist – Kings of Leon, Lady Gaga
X Country Breakthrough Artist – Gloriana, Zac Brown Band
X Soul/R&B Breakthrough Artist – Keri Hilson, Jermiah
X Rap/Hip-Hop Breakthrough Artist – Drake, Kid Cudi

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Justin Timberlake at the 2009 Emmy Awards

Lauren Croteau — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:08:03 +0000

Last night, the 61st Annual Emmy Awards were held, hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and Justin Timberlake was in attendance, due in part because he was nominated. He brought home the award for Outstanding Guest Star on a Comedy Series for his appearances on Saturday Night Live. Good for Justin!

Apparently, he also through in some Kanye West jabs while on stage, telling Tina Fey, “Imma let you finish.” He was looking pretty good last night, and it certainly seems like he was having a great time! Did any of you guys tune into the show?

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VMA Fashion: Who Wore it Best – Pink or Shakira?

Lauren Croteau — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:31:28 +0000

The 2009 MTV Video Music Awards was full of nice style choices, and thankfully, there weren’t too many train wrecks. It seemed like most people were on the right track – some of the attendees thinking so much alike that they even showed up wearing the same outfit.

Singers, Pink and Shakira were both spotted wearing the same Balmain mini with sequins. I thought both ladies looked quite nice, but I want to know who you guys think worked this mini dress the best.

Did you like Pink’s rocker chic flare more or was Shakira’s she wolf charm rocking the outfit? Answer in the poll below and/or leave a comment!

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