Friday, November 26, 2010
Lil' Kim High Quality Black Friday Snippet ( via @lilkim_fanclub )
The full version of Lil Kim’s ‘Black Friday’ has finally surfaced. The song, which features the Queen Bee slamming both Nicki Minaj and Drake, debuted today on Hot 97.
Nicki Minaj & Rihanna Perform "Fly" (Rihanna Grabs Nicki Minaj's Ass)
Nicki Minaj turned Thanksgiving Thursday into Pink Friday as she descended upon NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom for a concert hosted by Hot 97 in front of thousands of screaming fans.
While Nicki, her various accents, countless facial expressions, body-hugging suit, and pink-tipped wig were enough to move the crowd alone, the rapstress upped the ante by welcoming a few special guests to the stage.
A curly-haired Rihanna joined Minaj to perform theirPink Friday track “Fly,” at the conclusion of which, Rihanna got touchy feely and grabbed herself two handfuls of Nicki booty. “She’s the only one that can get away with doing that,” Nicki said. Kanye Westappeared for “Monster,” while Nicki’s very proud Twitter ex-husband Drake hopped out for “Moment 4 Life” and stayed for his “Up All Night.”
See videos below:
Thursday, November 25, 2010
FASHION UPDATES:Nicki Minaj Debuts ‘Pink Friday’ Lipstick In New York
Nicki Minaj hasknown make-up all her life. What true blue Barbie doesn’t? Nicki is popular for her bright pink lips, now the barb has finally teamed up with MAC her fav make up company.
Nicki Minaj launched her new MAC lipstick " Pink Friday" in New York City yesterday (November 23). The signature color worked well with her mocha colored dress and rainbow and blonde hairdo. Pink is totally the new black–at least in Nicki’s world.
The appearance was apart of an overall Nicki Minaj NYC takeover to promote her new album, Pink Friday, released this week.
Kanye West ft Teyana Taylor -DARK FANTASY @ The Bowery NYC
So Kanye West gave a surprise concert yesterday (November 23) and gave only a few hours notice between show time and when the ticket on sale time none the less the show was sold out — even at $100 a pop. Kanye and a score of special guests touched down at NYC’s Bowery Ballroom.
Kanye performed his entire new album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, and was joined by guests on the set like Bon Iver, Teyana Taylor, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, Swizz Beatz, Pusha T, and more.
At the conclusion of the performance, Kanye reportedly went on a 10 minute rant covering everything from George W. Bush, Taylor Swift, who “never came to my defense,” and his first week album sales.
Check out the performances below:
BUZZ - WORTHY>>SALES PREDICTIONS FOR ALBUM RELEASES THIS WEEK: KANYE WEST, NICKI MINAJ & NE-YO ALL SURPASS EXPECTATIONS
Kanye West, Nicki Minaj and Ne-Yo all have another reason to be thankful this year – their albums are all on track to exceed expectations. So West’s ‘My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy’ is projected to sell 525k-575k based on first day sales figures, guaranteeing it the #1 spot on next week’s Billboard 200 tally.
Despite rumours that stated differently, Minaj’s ‘Pink Friday’ is predicted to land in the #2 spot with 375k-425k copies sold during the next 7 days. This means that it will sell just shy of the 447k that Drake’s ‘Thank Me Later’ sold in its first week.
However, the real surprise come from Ne-Yo’s ‘Libra Scale’. The record is expected to sell 115k-140k without the assistance of any hit singles. Certainly, the singer’s string of promotional appearances and the Thanksgiving sales rush have given him a much needed boost.
Another notable projection is that of Christina Aguilera’s ‘Burlesque’ soundtrack which is expected to debut with 20k-50k depending on the success of the movie this weekend. Also, Ke$ha’s ‘Cannibal’ EP is set to enter the charts with 60k-70k copies sold.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
AMA 2010: Winners
The American Awards 2010 just ended in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theatre. Check out the full list of winners below:
Favorite Soul/R&B Album: Usher, Raymond v. Raymond
Favorite Pop Rock Band/Duo/Group: The Black Eyed Peas
Favorite Country Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Favorite Latin Music Artist: Shakira
Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist: Rihanna
Favorite Country Male Artist: Brad Paisley
Favorite Breakthrough Artist: Justin Bieber
Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist: Justin Bieber
Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist: Lady GaGa
Favorite Country Band/Duo/Group: Lady Antebellum
Favorite Alternative Rock Music Artist: Muse
Favorite Adult Contemporary Music Artist: Michael Bublé
Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist: Usher
Artist of the Year: Justin Bieber
BUZZ - WORTHY>> NEW ARTIST ON THA RISE!!
Rising star Jessie J is creating quite the buzz on both sides of the Atlantic. While her European single ‘Do It Like A Dude’ looks set to be a chart smash, the Essex-bred singer/songwriter has headed back to her base in the States to begin promotion for her US debut ‘Price Tag’.
The song, which she performed acoustically on BETA TV (below), is to feature rapperB.O.B on its single incarnation; the video for which was shot recently in Los Angeles.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Buzz Worthy>>Rihanna's Sales Predictions Are In.....
Rihanna may be getting ‘Loud’, but it seems no one is listening. At least, not enough.
The first week sales predictions are in for Ms. Fenty’s latest release…and it’s not looking particularly good for the model and her label.
Find out how much ‘Loud’ is set to debut with next week after the jump…
According to the ever-reliable Hits Daily Double, the LP will premiere on theBillboard 200 with sales to the tune of 180,000.
While arguably respectable numbers given the current sales climate, the figures will no doubt come as a blow to the Pop pretender’s label – who have once again pumped millions of marketing dollars into the project, only to yield back little in returns.
To add insult to injury, the sales are on course to be less than last year’s ‘Rated R’(which debuted with 190,000)
Speaking on the Angie Martinez show last night, the 22 year old appeared aware of the looming low numbers (and the flack she may receive for it), saying:
“Never have I ever stressed out on the first week. Ever since ‘Good Girl Gone Bad’, the first week was like 160[,000], and it grew to sell nine million albums. The first week never determines what the success of the album will be.”
Slow and steady may win the race, yet we’re in an era when you need to come flying out of the gate – and that Ms. Fenty is not. This, despite being at what should be her commercial peak, and of course the two chart smashes which preceded the album (‘Only Girl’ and ‘What’s My Name’).
What do you think is the disconnect between Rihanna and the record-buying public? Because it’s as clear as her lack of talent, that there is a serious problem. Did I just answer my own question. Damn…
Tidbit: Nelly’s ‘5.0′ is set to shift 60,000 first week.
Trent’s Sidebar:
This is Rihanna’s 5th album and she is yet to have a #1 ranking. Seriously? Didn’t she just get her 8th #1 single? Rihanna: the definition of a singles artist.
Nicki Minaj Performs "Right Thru Me" on The Wendy Williams Show
Nicki Minaj performed on ‘The Wendy Williams Show’ today. The reigning female MC did a rendition of her new single, ‘Right Thru Me’, from her upcoming ‘Pink Friday’ .
Drake Announces New Album: "Take Care"
Drake covered the December issue of GQ magazine and announced that his second studio album will be called “Take Care”.
He is currently working with his producer 40 on the album which is expected to come out early next year.
Drake is also helping out his Young Money label mate Nicki Minaj by featuring on her single Moment 4 life
Thursday, November 11, 2010
BUZZ - WORTHY!!
R&B singer Keri Hilson is set to release her sophomore effort ‘No Boys Allowed’ on December 21st. The official cover for the LP, was revealed earlier today, sure underscores the title and then some. Love it!
‘No Boys Allowed’ is preceded by singles ‘Breaking Point’, ‘Pretty Girl Rock’, and‘The Way You Love Me’.
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