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Daniel Radcliffe To Perform At Tony Awards

Christian Allaire — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:56:32 +0000

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Daniel Radcliffe is set to perform at the Tony Awards this year, reports CTV.

If you’re anxious to see the ‘Harry Potter’ star sing and dance, be sure to tune in at the beginning of the show on Sunday, as he is slated for an early performance.

Says Radcliffe: “I think we’re one of the first, if not the first.” Yikes, he better set the bar high then!

Radcliffe will be performing the song ‘Brotherhood of Man’ from his current Broadway show ‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.’

The actor unfortunately did not receive a Tony nomination, but fellow co-stars John Larroquette and Tammy Blanchard are up for awards.

“If John won it would be just amazing,” he says. “Only because I have a lot of scenes with him.”

Radcliffe last starred in the play ‘Equus,’ where he received major buzz due to his full-frontal nude scenes.

I’m excited to see this side of him. We all know he can act, but the question is, can he sing a dance as well? Is he a triple threat?

Weezer Covers Radiohead’s ‘Paranoid Android’

Christian Allaire — Tue, 31 May 2011 19:13:32 +0000

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Weezer has covered Radiohead’s iconic song ‘Paranoid Android,’ Billboard reveals.

The in-studio cover isn’t the first time Weezer has covered the band’s songs. They’ve performed other classics like ‘Creep’ before, and decided to take it one step further by recording a full-out studio version.

I love, love, love this song, so I enjoy hearing any cover of it. I think Weezer succeeded into take the song and making it their own, by switching up lyrics and instrumental here and there. Rivers Cuomo, the lead singer, definitely has the voice to pull it off. Great song, great cover.

Check it out below!

Drake Performs At A Bar Mitzvah

Christian Allaire — Mon, 09 May 2011 14:32:07 +0000

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If you’re Jewish, you may be able to get Drake to appear at your festivities!

Former NBC Universal CEO Jeff Zucker reportedly shelled out $250,000 to throw a bar mitzvah for his son Andrew on Saturday night. And with that money, he was able to get rap sensation Drake to perform at the party.

Zucker originally wanted to hire Kanye West to perform, but after learning that the rapper’s fee would total $1 million, he opted for Drake.

The event, which took place at the Four Seasons New York, included a performance by rapper Drake and also featured a photo booth, bracelet-making lounge and station to make customized phone covers. Customized Converse sneakers were handed out to guests as gifts. Sounds like a sweet party to me. Especially the free shoes part.

Among those in attendance were Katie Couric, who previously worked with Zucker on NBC’s Today and is now developing a syndicated talk show with him.

Wow, guess Drake is still pretty humble to appear at such a low-profile party for such a low cost. Sure, it’s still a lot of money, but compared to other artist’s fees that seems pretty reasonable.

Selena Gomez To Host 2011 VMAs

Christian Allaire — Mon, 02 May 2011 19:34:54 +0000

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Selena Gomez will be hosting and performing at the 2011 VMAs, which airs live on Sunday, June 19 at 9 p.m. ET. That’s right, singer/songwriter/actress Selena Gomez is confirmed to co-host and perform at one of the hottest award shows of the year.

Gomez currently has more than 18 million Likes on her Facebook fan page and nearly five million Twitter followers. The rising star also took home Favorite TV Actress at the KIDS CHOICE AWARDS this year and her band, Selena Gomez & the Scene, won Favorite Breakout Artist at the PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS, beating heavyweights Justin Bieber and Ke$ha. So it’s no surprise the star will be the host – she’s a hot ticket!

With her band’s third studio album due out June 28, her latest film, Monte Carlo in theatres July 1, and her We Own The Night summer tour, Gomez is no doubtedly busy this summer. But the star is making some time for Canada, kicking off her busy summer up with a few thousand of her closest friends during the biggest street party in the world. This marks Gomez’s first trip to MuchMusic HQ and the MMVAs.

“I am thrilled and honoured to host the MuchMusic Video Awards,” said Gomez. “I look forward to seeing all my Canadian fans and kicking off the summer together.”

“Selena Gomez is a bona fide star,” adds Sheila Sullivan, Executive Producer, 2011 MUCHMUSIC VIDEO AWARDS. “Her films and TV show are seen around the world and her songs are topping the charts. Now she brings her signature smile to the MMVAs stage where her fans are guaranteed to welcome her to the most exciting and loudest award show on earth…don’t worry Selena, we supply earplugs.”

Past MMVAs performers and presenters include Drake, Ke$ha, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Nickelback, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, Kanye West and more, and this year is sure to be no different. Be sure to tune in!

Beyonce and Jay-Z To Perform at the Royal Wedding?

Christian Allaire — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 19:20:30 +0000

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z have reportedly been asked to perform at the royal wedding reception, reports Digital Spy.

Prince William and Kate Middleton are said to be big fans of the married entertainers and it is reported that the pair have accepted the offer.

“Both William and Kate are massive fans of Beyoncé and Jay-Z,” a source said. “They really wanted to make their big day even more special and what better way than by getting pop royalty to perform at the party?

“Will and Kate will have an official reception for hundreds of dignitaries before throwing a less formal bash for loved-ones. They both wanted to ditch traditions and make it more personal for them.”

Jay-Z and Beyoncé are both in Europe at the moment while she promotes her new single ’Run The World (Girls),’ so maybe this is just a rumour due to the fact that they are in Europe? Or maybe it’s actually true? Who knows, but I find it very difficult to picture the Queen of England doing the Single Ladies dance.

Radiohead Joins Grammy Performers List

Ilan Mester — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:55:46 +0000

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It was announced on Monday (January 26) that Radiohead would perform on the Grammy Awards show taking place on February 8. The band is up for five Grammys.

The performance at this year’s 51st annual Grammy Awards will mark Radiohead’s first live TV performance in the U.S. since 2000, not to mention the first time the band plays on the award show.

With Radiohead added to the list, three nominees for Album of the Year are set to perform at the award show. However, both Robert Plant and Alison Krauss who are nominated for their collaboration “Raising Sand,” and Ne-Yo have not been confirmed as performers.

Justin Timberlake and T.I. will also be performing at the awards. T.I. will be joining Jay-Z, Lil Wayne and Kanye West to perform their hit “Swagga Like Us.”

Other acts for the night include Katy Perry – who lends her song “I Kissed A Girl” for this year’s My Grammy Moment – Coldplay, Jennifer Hudson, the Jonas Brothers, Lil Wayne, Carrie Underwood, among other performers.