Monthly Archives: February 2010

The Used – Actually Nice Guys!

If you listen to their music, The Used seem mad. There is a lot of angry screaming and a general sense of “pissed off”. But in actuality these are very nice guys – one could even say articulate! Check it … Continue reading

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Kim Kardashian Goes Behind The Scenes as a Producer

Sultry Kim Kardashian is used to being the “it” girl; in front paparazzi and television cameras. She has surprised most with her new project: a special on E! called The SPINdustry, that she produced about the world of celebrity PR. … Continue reading

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Performers Leaked for Vancouver 2010: Nelly Furtado, Sarah McLachlan, Bryan Adams

Performers for the 2010 Winter Olympics opening-ceremonies were meant to be kept under wraps. But, thanks to spies at the rehearsals and a commercial for the games that aired during Saturday Night Live, certain secrets are spilled, People.com reported. Canadians … Continue reading

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Peak Season to Go World Wide after deal with VH1, MTV Networks International

MTV Canada has announced via a media release that the popular hit reality show “Peak Season” has partnered with VH1 and MTV Networks International, a deal that will take Peak Season worldwide. According to the release, the Canadian series will … Continue reading

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Jersey Shore Angelina Pivarnick is a Hacker Victim

TMZ reports that Jersey Shore star Angelina Pivarnick, aka “Jolie”, has been trying to somehow stay in the spotlight after getting booted from the reality TV show. Her PR people have just sent out a press release stating that her … Continue reading

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Interview: Former M2M Singer Marit Larsen Out to Conquer Pop – Again

Marit Larsen was still missing her four front teeth when she got her first taste of the stage as the role of Molly in Annie. She was only seven. And while she has since ditched the ginger wig for a … Continue reading

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John Mayer’s Controversial, Racist Interview Causes Twitter Uproar

John Mayer should perhaps think before he talks, and stick to playing his guitar after his controversial comments in a Playboy magazine interview, in which he used the “N” word, among other comments. Subsequently, he doesn’t have many fans from … Continue reading

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Contest: Days Of Our Lives

Win a “Days of Our Lives” Prize Pack! Philip and Melanie are Getting Married, But What Does Nathan Have to Say About That?  “Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.” For over one-third of a … Continue reading

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Kid Cudi to Star in HBO’s New Show

It is not doubt that Kid Cudi has reached much success in the music industry in a short period of time. He has had three Grammy nominations and is featured on tracks with the likes of Jay-Z, Kanye West and … Continue reading

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Fashion Guru Alexander McQueen Found Dead

Fashion designer Alexander McQueen was found dead this morning in his London home. “At this stage it is inappropriate to comment on this tragic news beyond saying that we are devastated and are sharing a sense of shock and grief … Continue reading

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Alec Baldwin Hospitalized

30 Rock star Alec Baldwin has been hospitalized in New York City reports NBC New York. A 911 call was made from the actor’s apartment by what what is believed to be Badlwin’s fourteen year old daughter. The caller said … Continue reading

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Meet The Script

Emerging from the depths of Dublin, Ireland, to the top of the charts, The Script and their unique sound have taken the world of music by storm, selling an excess of a million records along the way. “Nobody can put … Continue reading

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Bob Dylan’s Art to Premiere in London

It looks like the times are a-changin’ for Bob Dylan. The timeless musician, known for his five decades of influence in the music industry, will showcase his visual art for the first time in London starting this Saturday, Febraury 13. … Continue reading

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John Mayer Apologizes for Dropping the N-Bomb

Oops. John Mayer took to his Twitter today to apologize for using the N-word and comparing his penis to a white supremacist. In a recent interview with Playboy magazine, the acoustic rocker was asked whether Black women throw themselves at … Continue reading

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The Return of The Strokes

The Strokes have been working diligently in a New York studio in order to get their come-back album on shelves for September 2010, reports NME Online. The band went on an unofficial hiatus back in 2006 after their album First … Continue reading

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Ellen DeGeneres Boosts American Idol’s Ratings

It’s music to FOX’s ears. Ellen DeGeneres made her debut on American Idol last night as the newest judge on the hit TV show, bringing in huge viewership. As the daytime funny-woman stepped into prime time, she single-handedly upped the … Continue reading

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White Stripes Ballet Coming to T.O.

Torontonians are about to hear The White Stripes in a whole new way. Chroma, a ballet choreographed to orchestrated versions of White Stripes songs, is due to open in Toronto this coming November, reports CHARTattack.com. The ballet, which premiered in … Continue reading

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Game Review: Assassin’s Creed II – Back, and better than ever

For the most part, sequels of any medium, be they film, novel or video game, have a few important items to address on a checklist: better developed characters, a more enticing story, new locations, and most importantly, a sense of … Continue reading

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Snookin’ For Love in All the Right Places

Sorry juiceheads – this guidette’s taken. Anyone who watched MTV’s smash hit Jersey Shore knows how unlucky Snooki was with men. Well, Snooki, legally known as Nicole Polizzi, has finally found a man that loves her back – pouf and … Continue reading

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Lil Wayne says ‘Good-Bye’ Before Heading to Jail

Today was supposed to be the first day of Lil’ Wayne’s year-long jail sentence after the rapper plead guilty to attempted possession of a weapon in the second degree. As andPOP has already reported, Lil Wayne’s sentence start date has … Continue reading

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