The company Chrysler Reportedly Hopes To Continue Projects With Eminem.
According to the New York Daily News, The Chrysler 200 has arrived and Eminem is getting as much mileage out of its new ad campaign as the city of Detroit, where the car was made.
One of the buzziest ads of Sunday's Super Bowl is a spot that the Detroit Free Press reports is by the team behind Nike's "Just Do It" campaign, Wieden & Kennedy, in which beauty shots of a run-down Detroit are juxtaposed with Eminem's "Lose Yourself" and a voice-over touting Motor City's positive qualities.
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Exclusive: Lil Wayne’s ‘6 Foot 7 Foot’ Video To Premiere On MTV on Thursday.
On Thursday at 8 p.m. ET MTV and MTV.com will air "MTV First: Lil Wayne," a video-premiere event during which fans can see out the debut of the "6 Foot 7 Foot" clip, as well as go behind-the-scenes of the Hype Williams-directed visual, which was shot in Miami and features upstart lyricist Cory Gunz, who will be featured in the upcoming MTV docu-series "Son of a Gun." Immediately following the premiere, Wayne will also sit down with MTV News' Sway for his first live interview since he was released from prison last year. |
Poor Performance : Black Eyed Peas, Usher, Slash in Super Bowl XLV Halftime...
Black Eyed Peas promised a party at the Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday (February 6), but the performance was BAD? With all performance teeming with lights, dancers and surprise appearances from celebrity pals, that was more than bad / poor? Actually, most viewers expected more than what was delivered.
Someone commented:
"The Peas delivered an awful mess. MTV seems to love every awful performance that has been done, maybe , they must be afraid to admit how bad it was. They did nothing new with their performance,.... |
Kelly Rowland Updates Fans on Delayed Album!
R&B songstress Kelly Rowland has been tirelessly working to release her third studio album but several delays and music changes has hampered a store date. With singles like “Commander,” “Rose Colored Glasses” and “Forever And A Day” not making a big splash at radio or on the charts, eager supporters continue to wait for the long-awaited set from the former Destiny’s Child singer. |
Jay-Z’s Grammy-Nominated ‘Empire State Of Mind’: How Did It Happen?
For EMI Music Publishing executive "Big" Jon Platt, his most special #1 record started with an empty stomach. "I happened to be at the right place at the right time and wanted some good barbecue," Platt told MTV News, laughing.
The music-industry vet is largely responsible for helping Jay-Z notch his first career solo #1 with "Empire State of Mind." The track is also up for Record of the Year at this year's Grammys. |
Rihanna’s ‘S&M’ Video Director Responds To Controversy.
As soon as Rihanna's music video for "S&M" hit the Web on Tuesday, it sparked a wave of controversy for its sexually charged imagery. Not only did it raise eyebrows among some viewers, but YouTube enforced an age restriction and 11 countries have banned its airplay altogether.
The video's director, Melina Matsoukas, wasn't too surprised by the reaction.
"When I go out to make something,........" |
Lil Wayne Drops ‘Black And Yellow’ Packers Remix, ‘Green And Yellow’
Wiz Khalifa's "Black and Yellow" has proven to be the Pittsburgh star's breakout hit but the anthem has also helped to propel his hometown Steelers to within one game of the NFL championship.
Lil Wayne, however, has something to say about that.
The New Orleans native is a huge fan of the storied Green Bay Packers — who will be facing the Steelers in the Super Bowl on Sunday — and he released his take on Wiz's track, "Green and Yellow," a nod to the team's uniform colors on Thursday (February 3). |
Big Daddy Kane To Release A Full Band Live Album.
Big Daddy Kane, who first made the scene over twenty years ago, has long been considered one of Hip Hops most influential and consistent artists, impacting artists that were mere children when he was at his commercial peak. The Rap elder statesman now plans to release an album that showcases the music that influenced him. The record is title The Last Supper and its set to feature a full, live band sound.
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Eminem and Dr. Dre Rumored To Perform At Grammy Awards.
Reports indicate that Eminem may bring Dr. Dre out for a Grammy Awards performance. Eminem will start this year's Grammy Awards by opening up...
Juelz Santana Arrested On Drug And Weapons Charges.
Juelz Santana has been arrested weeks after a raid on his New Jersey studio turned up marijuana and weapons.
Bergen County Prosecutor's Office public information officer Maureen Parenta said in a statement that Juelz, born Laron James, was picked up on four counts of narcotic and weapon offenses on Wednesday (February 2) following a 10-month-long investigation.
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