Monthly Archives: February 2009

The Who Coming To Movie Theatres

Canadians will have a chance to experience The Who in high definition and digital surround sound next month. Continue reading

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KISS To Headline Halifax Festival

Gene Simmons and co. are bound for Canada\’s east coast. KISS will headline the Halifax Rocks 2009 show in the Nova Scotia capital on July 18, the band\’s first time performing in the Maritimes since the mid-\’70s. Continue reading

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Juno Compilation To Support MusiCounts

The announcement of this year\’s Juno nominations on Tuesday was accompanied by word of \”The 2009 Junos Awards\” compilation, which will hit stores on March 3. Continue reading

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Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift To Perform Together At Grammys

More performers have been announced for this Sunday\’s Grammy Awards, including two teen superstars who will join forces. Continue reading

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Q-Tip Cast In Indie Drama

Rapper Q-Tip is adding to his acting resume with a part in the indie drama \”Holy Rollers.\” Continue reading

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Jonas Brothers Go Primetime

The Jonas Brothers are heading to the small screen to give their fans a sneak peek of their 3-D concert film. Continue reading

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Nickelback, Sam Roberts Lead Juno Nominees

Nominations for the 2009 Juno Awards were unveiled Tuesday, with Nickleback receiving five nods to lead the field. The band will contend in the fan choice, best group, producer (with Joey Moi), single (\”Gotta Be Somebody\”) and album (\”Dark Horse\”) categories. Continue reading

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Larry Gilliard Jr. Talks About Working with Patrick Swayze on The Beast

Larry Gilliard Jr. is a hustler. But don’t get confused with the Baltimore drug dealer he played on HBO’s “The Wire.” Instead, think of a guy who makes the most of every opportunity he’s given, does his homework, and as a result, comes out on top. “I’m very focused when it comes to work,” Gilliard Jr. told andPOP. “When I get into my character, I tend to lock in. I just go with my own tried and true method of doing my research, and getting the job done.” Those hard-nosed techniques which have stalked up an impressive resume so far, have now landed him a spot working with Patrick Swayze on A&E’s latest bad-boy “The Beast.” Continue reading

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Britney Spears Causes Controversy

The third single on Britney Spears’ newest album ‘Circus’ has certainly captured the attention of the media and radio stations everywhere. Continue reading

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Small Amounts of Drugs Found In Scott Ruffalo’s Body

Scott Ruffalo, 39, the younger brother of actor Mark Ruffalo was found dead in his apartment on December 1st in Beverly Hills. Continue reading

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Michael Phelps Swimming In Hot Water

The eight time gold medal winning swimmer Michael Phelps publicly apologized this weekend for taking a less than classy photo smoking what appeared to be a marijuana pipe. Continue reading

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Jessica Simpson Responds To Critical Media

Last week Jessica Simpson was accused of putting on a few by her fans and of course the media followed by one of her performances. Wednesday night Simpson played a show in Virginia and touched on the issue in a very classy manner. Continue reading

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Jennifer Hudson Sings At Superbowl

On Sunday, Jennifer Hudson performed for the public for the first time since the tragic family murders occurred. She arrived looking beautiful and gave a stellar performance singing the national anthem before the big game. Continue reading

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Beyonce Releases Halo Video

Beyonce Knowles as her alter ego Sasha Fierce has recently released her video for one of her latest singles ‘Halo’. Continue reading

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Rant ‘N Rave: Eddie Murphy

I feel bad for Eddie Murphy. He got trapped and tricked into having sex with Spice Girl Mel B. Then she got pregnant. He denied the baby was his; claiming Scary Spice was a tramp. Then DNA proved the baby was his. Now he’s a deadbeat dad. Really, I feel SO bad for Eddie A-hole Murphy. Continue reading

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Gary Collins Hit With Third DUI

Gary Collins is in hot water lately. The former Miss America host was busted for his third DUI last night in Montecito, California. According to E! news, the 70-year-old was pulled over at 9:16 p.m., and refused a field sobriety … Continue reading

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Patrick Swayze Still Recieving Treatment Despite Reports

Patrick Swayze is still fighting the battle of life. According to E! News, despite reports that said Swayze had ceased chemotherapy treatments and all other medication and instead was focusing on making his remaining time comfortable, his publicist is adamantly … Continue reading

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A-Rod Now A Bachelor

Alex Rodriguez is officially the latest bachelor on the prowl. According to E! News, the New York Yankee star had his divorce finalized with his wife Cynthia of five years on January 12 in Florida’s Miami-Dade County Court. The now-divorced … Continue reading

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