Saturday, February 28, 2009

U2- "Get On Your Boots" Live @ BBC


U2 performed their new single "Get On Your Boots" live at BBC Broadcasting House. This song is good, maybe not their best, but it's enjoyable. Check it out.

[Download] Taylor Swift- Stripped: Raw & Real

Track List:
Love Story
Change
Fearless
Teardrops on My Guitar
Beautiful Eyes
Picture to Burn
Should've Said No
Untouchable (Luna Halo)
Interview
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Thanks Jack!

Katy Perry Live at Saturday Night Takeaway

Katy Perry performed her new single "Waking Up in Vegas" live at Saturday Night Takeaway. I like this song, good performance too. Enjoy! Don't forget, Katy's album One of the Boys is in stores now!

Friday, February 27, 2009

No Doubt To Appear on Gossip Girl

No Doubt have posted the following statement on their official site:
"Mark your calendars to see No Doubt perform "Stand And Deliver" (originally by Adam And The Ants) for the first time ever on Gossip Girl, May 11, 8/7c on The CW"


Great! Can't wait to see them performing once again.

Jamie Bamber in New PETA Ad

Battlestar Galactica's Jamie Bamber Bares Skin to Save Bears in New PETA Ad. Each year, countless black bears in Canada are shot and killed, often in front of their cubs, using a cruel practice called "bait and shoot," which is banned in British Columbia and many U.S. states. Their fur is then sent to the U.K. to be used to make caps for the Queen's guards. Hunters put food in barrels or at "bait spots" to attract hungry bears, who are then shot when they come to eat. These intelligent, curious animals are often shot several times, and many escape wounded only to die later from blood loss, infection, or starvation. -Fur is Dead.

Please, CLICK HERE to take action on this issue. Don't forget, you can also visit FurisDead.com or Peta.org to learn more and become involved!

Kelly Clarkson Live @ Paul O'Grady


Kelly Clarkson continues to promote her album All I Ever Wanted appearing live on the Paul O'Grady Show where she performed her #1 single "My Life Would Suck Without You". Enjoy!

Brooke White- Live Performance at American Idol


Brooke White appeared live on American Idol last night, where she performed her new single "Hold Up My Heart" live for the first time. I love this song! It's great. Don't forget, the song is currently available on iTunes and it currently stands at #12. Congrats Brooke! Check out the performance.

Jonas Brothers- Jonas Promotional Poster

The Jonas Brothers will have their own original series on the Disney Channel this summer, and the series is called... Jonas. Sorry to those fans of them, but I'm so damn sick of these kids! Ah. Check it out.

[Download] T.I. Feat. Justin Timberalke- "Dead and Gone" Promo CD

Track List:
Dead and Gone (Album Version) - 5:00
Dead and Gone (Dirty Radio Edit) - 4:33
Dead and Gone (Clean Album Version) - 5:00
Dead and Gone (Clean Radio Edit) - 3:54
Dead and Gone (Instrumental) - 5:00

Download Link:

Thursday, February 26, 2009

American Idol: Top 36 - Group Two Winners

I was 2 of 3 with my predictions last night! Not bad. The second group to perform at American Idol's Top 36 finalists already has its three winners moving on to the final Top 12, and those three lucky contestants are Allison Iraheta, Kris Allen and Adam Lambert. Congrats! Next week, group three takes the stage and three more contestants move on to the Top 12!
Thoughts?

Britney Spears- "If U Seek Amy" Official Cover

Britney Spears has posted the official cover for her newest single "If U Seek Amy" on her official website. She looks great on this pic, I like. Check it out.

[MP3] Brooke White- "Hold Up My Heart"

American Idol alum Brooke White will be releasing her debut album High Hopes and Heart Break this summer and she is set to perform the first single from this album live tonight during the Idol results show. The song, which is also available in iTunes now is called "Hold Up My Heart". I like it, real nice song, very much what you'd expect from Brooke. Enjoy!

X-Men Origins: Wolverine New Posters

Ah, can't wait to see this movie when it comes out on May 1st (April 29th in France). It's about damn time. Here are two new teaser posters released from the upcoming film X-Men Origins: Wolverine. Awesome.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

American Idol: Top 36 - Group Two

The second group of twelve took the stage to perform tonight on American Idol. Below you will find the names of those three singers that I think deserve to move on to the Final Top 12 tomorrow night.
Best Damn Blog thinks:
The three performers from group two who have earned their spot in the final top 12 are:

Allison Iraheta

Megan Joy Corkrey

Adam Lambert
I got it right last time, let's see if I'm right again!
Thoughts?
Agree? Disagree?

Jake Owen- "Don't Think I Can't Love You" Live


Country singer Jake Owen has released his album Easy Does It, and to promote its release, he appeared live on Good Morning America yesterday to perform his newest single "Don't Think I Can't Love You". Great song, enjoy!

No Doubt : Summer Tour Dates Announced!


No Doubt will be going on tour this summer and they're taking Paramore with them! This is the group's official comeback, and I'm guessing they will be releasing their new album following the end of the Tour. Ah! Can't wait for this. Check out the YouTube video above to watch the message from the group and the full Tour dates!

Lauren Conrad on the Cover of Seventeen

Lauren Conrad will appear on the cover of the April issue of Seventeen Magazine. Lauren talks about The Hills and says "My biggest thing with the show was that I wanted to walk away from it while it’s still a great thing. I always want to remember it that way. I gave MTV a deadline and said, ‘This is as long as I can do it and stay sane.’ ” Looks like Season five is it for LC! Magazine hits newstands soon.

[MP3] Enrique Iglesias & Sarah Connor- "Takin' Back My Love"

Download: Enrique Iglesias
So here's another recording of this song to be released in Germany only. Great song by the way. Enrique Iglesias recorded his new single "Takin' Back My Love" with German singer Sarah Connor and the audio for that has leaked and I've got the MP3 here. The song is good, like I've said a couple of times but I definitely prefer the version which features Ciara. Here are both MP3s. Enjoy!

Kelly Clarkson Interview with MTV


Kelly Clarkson has sat down with MTV Buzzworthy ang gave out this interview. She talks about her new album All I Ever Wanted to hit stores March 10th. I never knew the reason why she changed the album's title from Masquerade to All I Ever Wanted and her reason makes sense. Check out the interview. Enjoy!

Akon- "Beautiful" [Music Video]

Akon released the music video for his newest single "Beautiful" which features Colby O'Donis and Kardinall Offishall. I like the song, but the video is nothing we haven't seen before. Enjoy.

Flo Rida Not Releasing Duet with Chris Brown

Rapper Flo Rida collaborated with Chris Brown on Sweat, a track for Flo Rida's upcoming album, but the rapper is now trashing the song due to the discord surrounding Brown.

"I recorded a great song with Chris. But I won't be releasing it now because of what's going on with him and Rihanna. It could have been my next No1," griped the Low rapper.

-PerezHilton.com

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Britney: For the Record DVD

If you loved or missed the MTV documentary on Britney Spears called For the Record, well, now you're going to get a chance to own it. The DVD for this documentary will hit stores April 7th and here is the official DVD cover above. Click here to pre-order your copy.

Kelly Clarkson Performs New Single Live


Here's Kelly Clarkson performing her soung "My Life Would Suck Without You" acoustically at BBC Radio Live Lounge in the UK. Enjoy!

The Hills: New Season Preview!


Yes, The Hills is coming back this spring for a new season. Judging by the trailer that has just leaked a lot is supposed to happen this season. Just watch the preview above and see for yourself. I want to see what's with this fight where Spencer is seen throwing punches left and right, and what's with Lauren and Heidi making up. Looks good! Enjoy.

Pussycat Dolls Live @ This Morning Show


The Pussycat Dolls performed one of their newest singles "Watcha Think About That" live at the This Morning Show. Good performance, enjoy! Don't forget, their album Doll Domination is in stores now!

Monday, February 23, 2009

New Kids on the Block- "2 in the Morning" [Video]


Here is the new music video from the New Kids on the Block. The new single taken from their album The Block is the track called "2 in the Morning". It's a great song, I like this one. Good video too. Enjoy!

By request:
[MP3] New Kids on the Block- "2 in the Morning"

Flo Rida- "Right Round" [Music Video]


Breaking digital download records with this song, Flo Rida has released the music video for America's new #1 single "Right Round". It's definitely a catchy track but with a potential to get annyoing way too soon. Enjoy!

Update:
Audio fixed.

Kate Winslet on the Cover of Time Magazine

Oscar winner Kate Winslet will appear on the new cover of Time Magazine and here's the cover. Also, I've posted her acceptance speech last night after winning the Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role.

Hugh Jackman and Beyoncé Live @ the Oscars


Hugh Jackman, Beyoncé, Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens and Amanda Seyfried performed a great number last night at the 81st Annual Academy Awards. Check out their performance of Musicals Are Back. Outstanding stuff. Who knew Hugh Jackman was a good singer and dancer? The dude did a wonderful job hosting, congrats to him!

Sunday, February 22, 2009

81st Academy Awards: Winners!

Best Picture:
Slumdog Millionaire

Best Animated Feature:
WALL-E

Best Actor in a Leading Role:
Sean Penn (Milk)

Best Actress in a Leading Role:
Kate Winslet (The Reader)

Best Actor in a Supporting Role:
Heath Ledger (The Dark Knight)

Best Actress in a Supporting Role:
Penelope Cruz (Vicky Cristina Barcelona)

Congrats to Sean Penn and the first-time Oscar winners: Kate Winslet, it's about damn time! Penelope Cruz and the late Heath Ledger winning for his role as The Joker in The Dark Knight. Also congratulations to Disney Pixar for winning once again the Best Animated Feature category with WALL-E and Christian Colson's Slumdog Millionaire for winning Best Picture! For a full list of nominees and winners, please click here.

Katy Perry Live @ 2009 Echo Awards


Katy Perry performed her newest single "Thinking of You" live at the 2009 Echo Awards in Germany. This is easily one of Katy's best live performances, loving this song. Good job Katy! Enjoy.

Don't forget, Katy's recently certified Platinum album One of the Boys is in stores now.

Joel Madden & Nicole Richie: Expecting Again!

Good Charlotte lead singer Joel Madden announced on the band's official website this weekend that he and Nicole Richie are expecting another baby. Happy news! Here's what he said on his blog:

"What's better than winning an Oscar? I am so happy to tell everyone that Harlow is going to be a big sister! God has truly blessed my family. Hope your all feeling as good as i am right now………"

Gongrats to them!!! :D

Tonight: 2009 Academy Awards

The 81st Academy Awards ceremony will be held by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to honor its selection of the best films of 2008 tonight Sunday, February 22, 2009, at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony will be televised in the United States on ABC starting at 5pm. Australian actor Hugh Jackman is set to host the ceremony for the first time. Can't miss this one! Don't forget to tune in to the biggest movie event of the year.

Saturday, February 21, 2009

Kellie Pickler Ready To Make New Music Video!


Yes! I thought this single would go by with no music video. Country singer Kellie Pickler will be taping the music video for her newest single "Best Days of Your Life" next week in Nashville, TN. To me, this has to be one of the best songs Kellie has recorded, can't wait to see the video! For those who might have not heard the song yet, check out the YouTube video above. Don't forget, Kellie's self-titled sophomore album is in stores now!

The Dark Knight Crosses the One Billion Mark!

The Dark Knight has more than lived up to it's hype. The summer blockbuster has exceeded the $1 billion dollar mark at the box office as of Friday!

The Dark Knight is also the highest grossing 2-D IMAX film of all time, earning $64.9 million!!

Ridic!

The Oscar-nominated film sits in 4th place for the top box-office earners with a gross of $1.001 billion, coming behind Titanic ($1.84 billion), The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King ($1.12 billion) and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest ($1.07 billion).

We wonder how many Oscars the 8-time nominated blockbuster will pick up this Sunday??
-PerezHilton.com

[MP3] Miley Cyrus- "The Climb" Country Version

Miley Cyrus will be releasing her own first single to country radio this week. The song chosen is "The Climb" - the first single released from the Hannah Montana Movie Soundtrack which will be in stores on March 24th. Obviously, the song was remixed from its original Pop sound as a Country song and I see this becoming a hit for Miley on the Country charts as well. I know, it's damn hard to admit, but the girl has put out a great track. Enjoy.

Black Eyed Peas- "Boom Boom Pow"


Here it is! The first single to be released from the Black Eyed Peas' new album The E.N.D., the song is called "Boom Boom Pow" and it's definitely a catchy track but not as good as what we're used to hearing from this group. Take a listen, enjoy.

Cover for Ciara's New Single with Justin Timberlake

Here is the official single cover for "Love Sex Magic", the new single released by Ciara featuring Justin Timberlake. Good news to fans, this song is already getting picked up by major radio stations like Z100 New York. Looks like she will finally have the hit she's been wanting for the release of Fantasy Ride this April.

Friday, February 20, 2009

Kelly Clarkson- All I Ever Wanted [iTunes Rip]

Kelly Clarkson returns full on to the Pop genre with her latest album All I Ever Wanted to hit stores March 10th. The album is great to say the least. It's filled with some great uptempo pop songs that if released as singles could become sure hits for Clarkson. Some of those tracks include the already #1 single "My Life Would Suck Without You", "Don't Let Me Stop You", "I Do Not Hook Up" and "Long Shot".

The slower songs that jump out to me the most are "Cry" which is a nice well-written ballad. "Already Gone" is great, I had to play it on repeat a couple of times. Very nice, I hope this becomes a single. The final ballad on the album is "If No One Will Listen", I say Kelly never disappoints with her power ballads, this is yet another great song on the album!

Then there's the song called "Whyyawannabringmedown" - interesting title! Haha, I think the song is not bad, I actually would like this song if it wasn't sung by Kelly Clarkson. I feel like it fits more with the style of Avril Lavigne or Paramore. I just think that the song doesn't sound natural on Kelly.

Now, going back to the rumored second single, the song is called "I Do Not Hook Up" which was written by Kara DioGuardi and Katy Perry. I like the song but I actually prefer Katy's version. Yeah, go figure. Either way, I'm sure if they do release this as the next single it's going to become yet another top ten hit for Kelly.

"Impossible", "All I Ever Wanted" and "If I Can't Have You" are some definitely catchy songs with big success potential. Not the best on the album, but great tracks nonetheless.

The songs that I just wanted to skip are "Save You", "Ready" and "I Want You". I think they're the weakest songs on the album... I wouldn't say they suck, maybe they need more plays for me to get familiar with them, but right now... not my faves.

Overall, this album is much much better than My December but not as good as Breakaway. I would give this album a rating of 8 out of 10. What I like the most is that there are a lot of songs to pick from to be singles and they would do great on the charts. Congrats to Kelly on this one!

Now, if you want to download the album and listen for yourself, you can find the download link in this post's comments space! Don't forget to buy your own copy of the album March 10th.

Twilight Saga- New Moon Release Date

MTV News has the scoop on the official name and logo for Chris Weitz’s soon-to-film sequel to “Twilight.” Dubbed “The Twilight Saga’s New Moon” (although the title treatment leaves off the “’s”) the film’s official title art stays true to the look of the first movie while swapping in an orange tint, a subtle crescent moon, and the release date of 11.20.09.

David Cook's Next Single

People have been waiting for the announcement of what David Cook's second single will be. Well now, AllAccess.com is reporting that the American Idol winner will release the song "Come Back to Me" as the second single from his self-titled album in stores now. The song is set to hit airwaves on March 30th, and for those who have not heard it, here it is above. I think it's a great song. Enjoy.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Rihanna- Real Injuries Picture Leaks!

Wow - that's all I have to say. What Chris Brown did to Rihanna is brutal, I can't believe he would do that to a woman. Here is the first picture of Rihanna's injuries caused by her boyfriend Chris Brown published by TMZ.com. Unbelievable.

PS: I apologize to Brown's fans, but we do not support any type of violence, and as a result The Best Damn Blog will NOT be posting anything on Chris Brown's career after this. He doesn't deserve any kind of support or promotion from TBDB.

I do hope Rihanna recovers soon and returns with her head held high.

Thoughts?

Nickelback- "I'd Come For You" [Music Video]


Nickelback released the music video for "I'd Come For You", which is one of the singles to be released from their album Dark Horse which was recently certified Platinum for sales of over one million copies. I'm a little confused with their single choice, I thought "If Today Was Your Last Day" was the next single until they said "Something In Your Mouth" would be it... and now, we're getting this one. I'm not complaining though, I think it's a great song. Enjoy the video.

Taylor Swift RollingStone Pictures


Here are some pictures of one of Country Music's biggest stars Taylor Swift on RollingStone magazine. About being on the cover, Taylor says, "I would always have a dream that’s attainable and then as I’ve achieved more I would set different goals, I’m totally freaking out because all these things are happening like being on SNL and being on the cover of Rolling Stone.’ Just like all these things in her mind she’d considered the ultimate thing to happen is happening. So she said she was ‘totally freaking out."

Melinda Doolitle- "It's Your Love" [Music Video]


Former American Idol contestant Melinda Doolittle released the music video for her debut single "It's Your Love" from her album Coming Back to You in stores now. Melinda has a great voice, I'm glad she's getting the chance to release her music. Enjoy!

New Kids on the Block Live @ Regis & Kelly


New Kids on the Block appeared live on Regis & Kelly where they performed their newest single "2 in the Morning" taken from their album The Block in stores now. Good song, I like this. Enjoy.

Brooke Hogan Ft. Stack$- "Falling"


Oh gee, Brooke Hogan is giving music another try and now she's released her new single "Falling" on YouTube. I think Brooke might be trying too hard to make it into the music scene... and honestly, if her single "About Us" couldn't do it for her, this single isn't going to take her anywhere at all. I feel like this song just isn't for Brooke.

Martina McBride- Shine Album Cover

Country singer Martina McBride will be releasing her tenth studio album Shine on March 24th - and the cover for that album has just leaked, and I think it's great. Below, you can also find the track listing for the album. Check that out.

"Wrong Baby Wrong"
"I Just Call You Mine"
"Sunny Side Up"
"Walk Away"
"I'm Trying"
"What Do I Have to Do"
"Don't Cost a Dime"
"Ride"
"You're Not Leaving Me"
"Wild Rebel Rose"
"Lies"

Black Eyed Peas Update

The Black Eyed Peas are getting ready to release their fifth studio album titled The E.N.D. (The Energy Never Dies) which will hit stores on June 9th. The first single "Boom Boom Pow" will be released soon. Can't wait to hear new music from the group! Exciting stuff.

Carrie Underwood- New Vitamin Water Ads



Here are three new ads of Carrie Underwood promoting Vitamin Water. The ads can be found in the newest issue of Vanity Fair magazine. Underwood has become quite a huge success since winning Idol, she's scored 8 #1 hits, has sold over 11 million albums and has gone on to win 4 Grammy Awards! You can all look out for Carrie's third album to hit stores during the fourth quarter of this year. Can't wait for that!

Carly Smithson & Michael Johns- Live @ Idol


Season seven contestants Carly Smithson and Michael Johns appeared live at the results show last night on American Idol where they performed a song called "The Letter". Great performance... good to see them back on the stage! Enjoy.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

American Idol: Top 36 - Group One Winners

I was right on with my predictions last night! The first group to perform at American Idol's Top 36 finalists already has its three winners moving on to the final Top 12, and those three lucky contestants are Alexis Grace, Michael Sarver and Danny Gokey. Congrats! Next week, group two takes the stage and three more contestants move on to the Top 12!

Thoughts?

Miley Cyrus- "The Climb" [Music Video]

Such a good song, it's hard to believe it's coming from Miley Cyrus. The Disney Star released "The Climb" as the first single from the Hannah Montana Movie Soundtrack to hit stores March 24th. Like I said, the song is suprisingly good and very well written. Enjoy.

Dancing with the Starts: Cast Pictures

Dancing With The Stars:
Season Premiere - March 9, 2009

Julianne Hough & Chuck Wicks
Denise Richards & Maksim Chmerkovskiy

Ty Murray & Chelsie Hightower

Lil Kim & Derek Hough

Jewel & Dmtry Chaplin

David Allan & Kym Johnson

Shawn Johnson & Mark Ballas

Belinda Carlisle & Jonathan Roberts
Lawrence Taylor & Edyta Sliwinska

Gilles Marini & Cheryl Burke

Steve-O & Lacey Schwimmer
Steve Wozniak & Karina Smirnoff