Spears Heads to #1 With "Blackout" in the US

I guess her fans really wanted more. Despite all the drama, Britney Spears' new album, "Blackout" will become Ms. Spears' fifth consecutive #1 studio album in the U.S., after being predicted to sale up to 380,000 copies this week. As good as that sounds, those numbers are nowhere near as good as her previous debuts: 2000's "Oops... I Did It Again" sold 1.3 Million copies during the first week of release, 2001's "Britney" sold 746,000 during its opening week, and 2003's "In The Zone" sold 609,000 the first week. Now, the only question left up in the air is, "Will the album have longevity?". Personally, I think it's going to be hard for the sales to keep up considering the fact that she has absolutely NO album promotion scheduled, so I easily see this album dropping like a rock. However, she will have a good opening and we must congratulate her for it. Finally some positive news in her life.

Four Halloween-Style Music Videos

Metallica + Backstreet Boys

It's a special occasion, therefore, I have decided to post four music videos that are just perfect for today. They come from Metallica ("Enter Sandman"), the Backstreet Boys ("Backstreet's Back"), Michael Jackson ("Thriller"), and Evanescence ("Going Under"). A little bit for everyone. ENJOY! :)
Michael Jackson + Evanescence

Cover of Jordin Sparks Debut Album

There is the cover for Idol winner, Jordin Sparks' self-titled debut album. It's a nice cover, but she's 18 years-old! On this cover, the makeup and clothes make her look over 30. Anyway, the album drops this November. Don't forget.

Underwood Leads 3 Country Debuts Onto Chart

In a Billboard 200 first, three country debuts occupy the Nos. 1-3 slots on the chart, led by Carrie Underwood's "Carnival Ride." The 19 Recordings/Arista Nashville set sold 527,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan, earning the artist her first No. 1. The total is a much better sum than the 315,000 that greeted her No. 2 2005 debut "Some Hearts." It's also the best sales week for a female solo country artist since Shania Twain's "Greatest Hits" started with 530,000 in November 2004.

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss' "Raising Sand" (Rounder) opens at No. 2, selling 112,000. It's the highest charting album for both as solo artists and Krauss' first time in the top 10.

Country singer Gary Allan's MCA Nashville set "Living Hard" enters at No. 3 with 69,000. It's not his first trip into the top five this year, however: his "Greatest Hits" debuted at No. 5 in March. "Tough All Over," his album from 2005, also achieved a No. 3 entry.

To finish it up, Latin artist Juanes starts at No. 13 with "La Vida ... Es Un Ratico." The Universal Latino album moved 47,000, which bests the No. 33/34,000 start of 2004's "Mi Sangre."

Happy Halloween!

I want to take the time to wish everyone who visits my blog day after day a Happy Halloween! Have major fun and be safe out there!

Hot Pick: Wyclef Jean- "Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)"

This new hot pick comes from Wyclef Jean's sixth solo album, The Carnival II: Memoirs of an Immigrant. This song called "Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)" features Akon, and rapper Lil' Wayne. The single has met moderate success as of today, it has currently reached #72 in the United States and #16 in Canada. It's a great song overall, enjoy.

Carrie Underwood Live @ Jay Leno

And the promotion performances for "So Small" and "Carnival Ride" keep on rolling. Carrie Underwood performed her new single last night live at the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Another great Carrie performance added to the list. Check it out!

[MP3] Blake Lewis- "Brake Anotha"

[MP3] Blake Lewis- "Brake Anotha"

It's the first singles MP3 fest around here these days, isn't it? Well, here's one more. This one comes from American Idol runner-up Blake Lewis, this song called "Brake Anotha" is the first single from his debut album, "A.D.D." (which stands for Audio Day Dream). The song is really good, it's a different sound, a great sound. This song will definitely make an impact on the charts, it is also a ton better than Idol winner, Jordin Spark's boring "Tattoo". But, before I forget, Blake's album will be released on December 4th. Enjoy.

Hilary Duff on FHM Magazine

Oh yes! This girl knows how to look sexy! Hilary Duff will appear on the cover of the new FHM magazine and I can't wait to get the scans, they are sure to be sexy!

Natasha Bedingfield Changes U.S. Album Title

And it appears as so, according to the information given on televised spins of Natasha Bedingfield's music video, "Love Like This", the title of her sophome album will not be the same as the current international title, "N.B.", instead it appears as being titled "Pocket Full of Sunshine". Hmm... interesting. I personally like the new title better, it has more meaning to it. Either way, I'm sure the album will do really good in American charts, considering the massive success of "Love Like This" on top 40 radio. As a reminder, the album will be released in the U.S. on December 18th.

Carrie Underwood- "So Small" @ Regis & Kelly

Carrie Underwood performed her most recent hit, "So Small" last week live at Regis & Kelly, where she gave a killer performance. Here is the video, enjoy.

[MP3] Simple Plan- "When I'm Gone"

[MP3] Simple Plan- "When I'm Gone"

Yes, you read it right. Simple Plan are back after a three year break. The group has just premiered the first single from their newest still untitled album to be released on early 2008. This come-back single is called "When I'm Gone", a great song with great sounds, I'm feeling it, check it out. Thanks to GJ.

[MP3] Sheryl Crow- "Shine Over Babylon"

[MP3] Sheryl Crow- "Shine Over Babylon"

Ready to 'Soak Up The Sun' again? I know I am! Country singer, Sheryl Crow is returning to the game with a new song entitled "Shine Over Babylon" - lead single from her upcoming studio release, "Detours". Sheryl has always made some good music, and this song shows just that, I see the single going far up in the charts, here's the MP3. Enjoy.

Deseo by Jennifer Lopez

Everyone's coming out with a perfume line, what the heck. Jennifer Lopez is now added to the growing list of celebrities coming out with fragrances lately, but unlike the others, J.Lo decided to go full spanish with this fragrance, it is called Deseo, which means Desire in english. Interesting, here's the sexy ad.

Gwen- "What You Waiting For?" Video of the Week

Remember when we got the news that Gwen Stefani was going solo? Very exciting stuff, then the first single from her debut album, "Love.Angel.Music.Baby." came out and it was a completely different sound with a whole new look. "What You Waiting For?" is one of Gwen's greatest and that's why it is the new Video of the Week. Enjoy.

Sean Paul- "Watch Dem Roll" Music Video

He's back, Sean Paul has released the first single from his upcoming still-untitled studio release. This ssong is called "Watch Dem Roll" and it has definite chart-topping potential, watch the video, enjoy.

New Country Music Association Awards TV Promo

Yes, this is one of the best awards commercial I've seen in a while. The 30-second promotion video for the 2007 CMA Awards features some of today's biggest country stars, like Martina McBride, Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Sugarland, Kellie Pickler, Taylor Swift and more! Don't forget to watch the awards on ABC this November 7th.

Hilary Duff in Cosmopolitan, UK.

Where exactly has Hilary Duff been lately? Well, she's been off touring her latest album, "Dignity". But we want to see new music videos! But anyway, I can settle down for now with these sexy Cosmopolitan pictures, where Hilary looks damn hot.

Mary J. Blige- "Just Fine" Music Video

Mary J. Blige is ready to release her eight studio album, "Growing Pains", that will hit stores on November 27th. The lead single from this album is the song called "Just Fine", a great song with an even better music video. Here it is, enjoy.

America's Next Top Model: 5th Eliminated Model

Oh yeah, this was a good episode. Alright, it started with Ebony bitching about her stay on the competition and about being homesick and talking about her bad critiques weeks after week at judging. Then all the girls get a visit from Tyson Beckford who then introduces them to the week's challenge, which was to be done in groups of three. The winning group were Ambreal, Jenah, and Heather. Two of them received a basket with items, while Heather was randomly chosen to be part of a shoot that Mary J. Blige was directing. At the shoot, Heather looked stunning and did a great job, she also said that Mary J. was sweet and very down to earth. Turns out that for the 4th week in a row, the viewers chose Heather as CoverGirl of the Week, she's on a role! After this, the week's photoshoot came up, the theme? They all were assigned to model Recycling materials, (i.e. aluminum cans, bottles, garbeage bags, etc). Most of the girls did a great job, and according to the judges, they were most impressed with Saleisha, Jenah, and Heather. The bottom two resulted to be Ambreal and Ebony, now here comes the shocker. Tyra gave Ebony a second chance and handed the picture to her, Ebony did not reach out for it and told her that she did not want to be there, and quit the competition. Ambreal, who was supposed to be eliminated, got a chance to stay and compete to become America's Next Top Model. Now only 8 girls left, who will get cut next? Now, like always, here is last week's shoot - Fashion Gargoyles.

Ambreal & Bianca

Chantal & Ebony

Heather & Janet - (Last week's eliminated model)

Jenah & Lisa

Saleisha & Sarah

Carrie Underwood Heads to #1 with "Carnival Ride"

Next week, the industry goes on a Carnival Ride.

Arista’s American Idol and Grammy Best New Artist winner Carrie Underwood kicks the fourth quarter into moderate gear with a first-week total that is looking between 400-450k, more than enough to thrust her into the top spot on the next HITS Album chart. - hits daily double - That's great! Her debut album opened with 315K and it went on to sell 6 Million copies, this one looks like it will open with over 400K and hopefully will sell just as good as "Some Hearts" did. She's got an amazing career working for her!

Here is also Carrie's performance of her hit single "So Small" yesterday at Good Morning America.

Hot Pick: Celine Dion- "Taking Chances"

Céline Dion has not had a hit radio single in a while, and this single called "Taking Chances" has been gaining radio airplay quite nicely. The song is the first single from Céline's upcoming album of the same name. This song is hot, check it out.

Spice Girls- "Headlines (Friendship Never Ends)"

[MP3] Spice Girls- "Headlines (Friendship Never Ends)"

They're back! The Spice Girls have released their first single in years! The single titled "Headlines (Friendship Never Ends)" will be the first single released from the group's upcoming Greatest Hits album. The song was premiered in the UK, and the music video has already been shot. Can't wait to see it.

Natasha Bedingfield- "Love Like This" Music Video

And she's ready to come back to the US! Natasha Bedingfield has released the first single from her upcoming December 18th release, "N.B." After the huge success of "Unwritten", the British singer is ready to win over Americans once again. Her single "Love Like This" has been climbing up radio airplay incredibly fast, it has met huge success on radio stations and with the music video, I see this single going far! Enjoy.

Nicole Scherzinger- "Baby Love" @ Fashion Rocks

Here's the video of Nicole Scherzinger performing "Baby Love" at the 2007 Fashion Rocks show. Enjoy.

Alicia Keys- "No One", Live @ Fashion Rocks

Alicia Keys was also on the list of performers at last week's Fashion Rocks show in the UK, where she performed her newest single, "No One". Enjoy.

Timbaland & Keri Hilson Live @ Fashion Rocks

Timbaland performed his hit "The Way I Are" along Keri Hilson last Thursday at Fashion Rocks in the UK. The performance rocked, one of their best, check it out.

Jessica Simpson Moving to Nashville, TN

That’s what the pop diva has told several Music Row executives during her stay in Nashville. And Jessica Simpson has reason to live there. Her country career is off to a powerful start. I’m told meetings went well with Sony BMG label group honchos yesterday, and one of those honchos brought two strong songwriters, Aimee Mayo ("Amazed") and Hillary Lindsey ("Jesus, Take the Wheel"), to meet Jessica. At new tequila bar hot spot Agave, in the Gulch, Jessica’s tablemates included Kellie Pickler, John Rich of Big & Rich, Jessica’s dad/manager, Joe Simpson, Jessica’s buddy/former assistant, Cacee Cobb, and Hilary and Holly Williams, Bocephus’ daughters. By the by, Jessica has recorded in Nashville before. When she was around 14 or so, she came here to cut a Christian album. -Music City TV

Looks like Jessica is definitely making the crossover into Country music! Can't wait to hear some of her new stuff soon.

Carrie Underwood- "Carnival Ride" Promos

Another Carrie Underwood post, but I can't help it, she's hot right now! Here are three new promo pictures from her album, "Carnival Ride". Stunning.

Carrie Underwood on Target Commercial

Here she is once again, Carrie Underwood looking incredibly hot on a new Target commercial, promoting her album "Carnival Ride" that will be released tomorrow!!! The commercial's great, she looks truly amazing, love it. Check it out.

New Britney Spears Promo Pictures

Photoshopped like hell, but well, at least they made her look good. Here are two new promo pictures for Britney Spears' upcoming October 30th release, "Blackout".

Juanes Live @ 2007 Premios MTV Latinoamérica

Click here to watch pure colombian talent on action. Juanes singing his #1 hit, "Me Enamora" at the 2007 Premios MTV in Mexico City last Thursday night. Great song that is, don't forget that his album, "La Vida Es Un Ratico" drops this Tuesday. enjoy.

P!nk- "Don't Let Me Get Me" - Video of the Week

This song has gotten played a few times on the radio this week and it has taken me back to the spring of 2002. "Don't Let Me Get Me" was the second single from Pink's widely and most successful album, "M!ssudaztood". Listening to this song on the radio again brought back a lot of great memories, here's the video, enjoy.

Carrie Underwood Scans from All Over

I hope you guys like her as much as I do, because I feel like we're going to be seeing a lot more of Carrie Underwood as days go by. Not only has she graced the cover of Seventeen, Self, Entertainment Weekly and Country Weekly - but she's also got gorgeous ads running in InStyle and Glamour promoting her new album, "Carnival Ride". Crazy stuff. Here are two more scans from EW, her two promo ads and a new album shoot picture. Enjoy. HUGE thanks to carrie-fan.net for all these.

Avril Lavigne @ 2007 Premios MTV Latinoamérica

Not only did Avril Lavigne rock the stage singing "Girlfriend" and "When You're Gone" at the 2007 Premios MTV, but she also won two awards for Best International Pop Artist and Song of the Year, beating out other artists like Justin Timberlake and Rihanna. But also at press conference, Avril received a plaque for her sales of "The Best Damn Thing" in Mexico. This girl has success written all over her. Here is a picture from the show and the performance video, enjoy.

Carrie Underwood on Entertainment Weekly

Now seriously, someone book me a date with this girl. Carrie Underwood looks a-fuckin-mazing on the new issue of Entertainment Weekly. Did I mention she's all over the place lately? Love her.

Billboard Chart Updates

Another week has gone by, huh? New #1's all around - here's a recap.

On the Billboard 200, Kid Rock managed to open at #1 with his new album "Rock N Roll Jesus" which sold 172,000 this week. Not bad. Then at #2 we find Bruce Springsteen with his "Magic" that has sold another 133,000 copies on its second week on the chart. Further down at #3 we find country group Rascal Flatts with "Still Feels Good" that sold 96,000 this week. Another country star, LeAnn Rimes debuts at #4 with "Family" - album that sold just about 74,000 copies. There are many more country starts at top, Reba McEntire's album "Reba Duets" holds on to the #7 spot, Sarah Evans debuts at #8 with her "Greatst Hits" album, and Josh Groban has rounded up the top 10 with "Noel" his christmas album that sold 64,000 copies. At all this, where's Jennifer Lopez? Her album, "Brave" made a dissapointing debut - her biggest flop yet, the album opened at #12 selling just 53,000 albums... ouch!

Moving on to the Billboard Hot 100, Soulja Boy holds steadily to that #1 spot with his tune, "Crank That" for the sixth week now. Kanye West holds on to #2 with "Stronger" as Timbaland and One Republic move up to #3 with their single, "Apologize". Alicia Keys also takes a jump up to #4 with "No One", and Colbie Caillat brakes the top 5 with "Bubbly". Britney Spears you ask? She has dropped three spots to #6 with "Gimme More".

Let's go on to Country now, and the Billboard Hot Country Songs. At #1, we find Kenny Chesney and his hit "Don't Blink". Losing the top to go down at #2, Toby Keith is found with "Love Me if You Can". Tim McGraw climbs one more to stay at #3 with "If You're Reading This". WhileDierks Bentley moves up three spots with "Free and Easy". Rounding it up, we find American Idol champ Carrie Underwood who also climbs three spots to #5 with her newest hit, "So Small".

Don't think I forgot about my spanish visitors, here are the top spots on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs. Obviously at #1 for the fifth week in a row, we find Colombian rockstar, Juanes, who seems unstopable with his new single "Me Enamora". As for the rest of the top 5 - it stayed exactly the same as last week. Aventura at #2 with "Mi Corazoncito" and Vicente Fernandez at #3 with "Estos Celos".

There is the report, hope you enjoy.

Nelly- "Wadsyaname" Music Video

Nelly has released the first single from his upcoming November studio release, "Brass Knuckles". The rapper hasn't had a big impact on the music scene since his 2002 smash, "Hot in Herre", and I highly doubt that "Wadsyaname" will meet such success, it's a good song - just not good enough IMO. Here's the music video, you be the judge. Enjoy.

Alicia Keys Promo Shots for "As I Am"

Here are a few of Alicia Keys new pictures for promotion of her new album, "As I Am", released this November. The pictures are nice, not her best though. Check them out.

America's Next Top Model: 4th Eliminated Model

Another week, another episode. Tonight, the girls started taking posing classes in the air - then in the ice as the week's challenge, and a bunch on boring junk. In the end, it was Lisa who won the reward and got a chance to shoot a Ad for Seventeen Magazine with winner of Top Model Cycle 6, Danielle. Some of the girls felt dissapointed and turned their back to Lisa for winning (jealousy!). Anyway, as the CoverGirl of the Week, Heather took the title... for the third time in a row! People love her. Now, to the important stuff... the photoshoot. The ten girls had to pose on the edge of a building as fashion gargoyles, interesting. Most of the girls did good, except Ambreal who was extremely afraid of heights. My favorites were Lisa and Heather, as usual. In the end, it was Janet who got the boot and was sent home after being bottom 2 with Ambreal. 9 girls remain, who will go home next? Like always, here is last week's shoot. Enjoy.

Ambreal & Bianca

Chantal & Ebony

Heather & Janet

Jenah & Lisa

Saleisha & Sarah

Victoria- (Last week's eliminated model)