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Edward Norton Does A Surprisingly Good Job Hosting Halloween-themed Snl
This week’s SNL was not just the Halloween episode – which is usually more treat than trick – but also Edward Norton’s very first time hosting the sketch comedy show. Despite Norton’s lack of any...
By Victoria Pavlova in Movies / TV / Theatre on 27 October 2013
Janelle Monae Discovered Her Superpowers On New Album
Janelle Monae new album 'The Electric Lady' is about a ''superhero'' she has devised.The 'Tightrope' singer claims she had been inspired by ''strong'' women such as US First Lady Michelle Obama when recording the follow-up...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 13 September 2013
Janelle MonáE "Genuinely Inspired" By 'Electric Lady' On Latest Album
Singer Janelle Monáe has dropped her sophomore album, Electric Lady, following on from 2010's debut The ArchAndroid. The 27 year-old, who has become famous for her distinctive glamorous tuxedo style, has carved out a musical...
By Lauren James in Music / Festivals on 10 September 2013
Justin Timberlake & Macklemore And Ryan Lewis Are The Toasts Of The Night: Mtv Vmas Full Winners List
Sunday (25 August) night saw the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York taken over by the biggest names in pop for one night only, as the 29th annual MTV Video Music Awards took the recently-completed...
By Joe Wilde in Music / Festivals on 26 August 2013
Janelle Monae Shocked By White House Regular Status
Janelle Monae still can't believe she has become a White House favourite after headlining four galas for U.S. leader President Barack Obama.The Tightrope singer performed at Obama's inauguration earlier this year (13) and reveals that...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 31 July 2013
Mellody Hobson Marries George Lucas, But Which Legend Played Live?
Mellody Hobson has married her long-time partner - Star Wars director George Lucas - at Skywalker Ranch in Marin County. The ceremony went ahead on Saturday afternoon (June 29, 2013), with former New Jersey Senator...
By Michael West in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 25 June 2013
Q.u.e.e.n. – A Righteous Collaboration Between Janelle Monae And Erykah Badu
Janelle Monae releases her new album The Electric Lady soon and the first single to be taken from it is Q.U.E.E.N. - a pretty righteous collaboration between Janelle and Erykah Badu.On her Twitter page, Janelle...
By Hayley Avron in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 02 May 2013
Janelle Monae Refuses To Flash Flesh To Be Sexy
Singer Janelle Monae adopted her signature suit and tie look to set a good example for young female fans, declaring, "Showing skin is not what makes me sexy."The R&B star, who is known for her...
By WENN on 04 April 2013
Janelle Monae In Control, And Why The Grammy Awards 2013 Have A 'Significant Meaning' For Her
Janelle Monae's career has skyrocketed over the past few years, leading to her being nominated for three Grammys in 2011 for Best R&B album and also for her collaboration with Big Boi. This year another...
By Lorna Greville in Music / Festivals on 10 February 2013
Katy Perry Had Best Night At Inaugural Ball
Katy Perry claims President Barack Obama's inaugural ball was the best party she's ever been to. The 'Firework' singer and her boyfriend John Mayer were among a number of stars - including Kerry Washington, Alicia...
By Bang Showbiz on 23 January 2013
Grammy Nominations 2013: Who Will Win? Who Should Win?
The nominations for the 55th Grammy Award Nominations in 2013 have officially been announced by the award's organisers. Here’s a run down of some of the main awards, and our tips for Grammy's Glory.Album Of...
By Hayley Avron on 06 December 2012
Carly Rae Jepsen Stunned By Vma Nomination
Carly Rae Jepsen thinks her VMA nomination is ''crazy''.The 'Call Me Maybe' singer is stunned at how much her life has changed since her sudden rise to fame and says discovering she was up for...
By Bang Showbiz on 05 September 2012
Rihanna And Drake Lead Mtv Vma Nominations With Five Nods
Rihanna and Drake both lead the MTV Video Music Awards 2012 with five nominations apiece. The Bajan beauty will take on the rapper for the Video of the Year prize after her 'We Found Love'...
By Bang Showbiz on 31 July 2012
Rihanna And Drake Lead Mtv Vmas 2012
Rihanna and Drake lead the MTV Video Music Awards 2012 with five nominations each.The singer and rapper share a nod in the Best Video category, for their collaboration 'Take Care', while Rihanna also has another...
By Bang Showbiz on 31 July 2012
Latitude Festival To Go Ahead Says Organiser Despite Wet Weather Warnings
The main organiser of Suffolk's Latitude Festival has promised that there will be 'absolutely no cancellation' despite the wet weather warnings over Friday and Saturday.Though Thursday looks to remain dry all day, Friday sees heavy...
By Lew Irwin on 12 July 2012
Gary Barlow Tops Singles Charts With Jubilee Song
Gary Barlow and the Commonwealth Band have taken the top spot in the UK charts this week, with 'Sing.' The track was written and recorded for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and was accompanied by a...
By WENN on 11 June 2012
Latitude Festival 2012: Bon Iver To Play Only UK Festival Date At Latitude
Latitude Festival has announced its initial line-up for 2012. Due to headline will be Bon Iver; Elbow and Paul Weller. This year, the seventh Latitude Festival will take place from 12-15th July, at Henham Park...
By Lew Irwin on 08 March 2012
Barack Obama Requests Song During Janelle Monae's White House Show
Janelle Monae was astonished when U.S. President Barack Obama asked her to perform his favourite track during her show at a White House state dinner this week (beg10Oct11).The R&B star was invited to entertain 220...
By WENN on 14 October 2011
Gwyneth Paltrow To Join Kid Rock On Atlantic Records?
Gwyneth Paltrow may be joining the likes of Kid Rock, Janelle Monae and James Blunt by signing with Atlantic Records.Gwyneth Paltrow, the American actress who has reportedly been in negotiations with a number of record...
By WENN on 08 March 2011
Bruno Mars Pleads Guilty To Cocaine Possession
BRUNO MARS has pleaded guilty to cocaine possession at a court in Las Vegas.BRUNO MARS, the American R&B artist who scooped a GRAMMY AWARD at Sunday's ceremony (13th February 2011), has pleaded guilty to cocaine...
By WENN on 17 February 2011
Eminem Gets 10 Grammy Nominations
Eminem leads the 2011 Grammy nominations, with nods in 10 categories.The 'Not Afraid' rapper is in the running for some of the most prestigious prizes at the annual ceremony, including Album of the Year, Song...
By Bang Showbiz on 02 December 2010
Monae To Receive Ascap Award
Singer/songwriter JANELLE MONAE is to become the latest star honoured by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publisher when she lands the Vanguard Award at the upcoming Rhythm & Soul Music Awards.Monae, 24, will...
By WENN on 08 June 2010
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