by Bradley Stern
filed under: Jordin Sparks, Wendy Williams


Jordin Sparks delivering her hit single*, “Battlefield.” A job well done, as they say in the industry.

I think as soon as Wendy Williams exclaimed “And you’re only 19!” was when it hit me like a truck: This child is a CHILD! Damn, she’s young. And yes Wendy, she certainly has developed some baby makin’ hips. (JJS, this is for you!)

*Not actually a hit, though it should have been.


by Bradley Stern
filed under: Beyonce, Kelly Clarkson

3bc80bac0a8a72e56f7e234271bb3f31 Kelly Clarksons All I Ever Wanted Becomes Even More Ironic
As we all well know in the pop world, Ryan Tedder pulled a fast one on Kelly Clarkson when he pretty much produced the same song twice for two different popular artists (Clarkson’s “Already Gone” and Beyonce‘s “Halo.”)

Well now Kelly’s chosen to speak up about it…loudly:

“Ryan and I met each other at the record label, before he was working with anyone else,” Clarkson begins, gritting her teeth. “He’s from Oklahoma, I’m from Texas; we got along really well and had some of the same influences. We wrote about six songs together, four or five of them made the album. It was all fine and dandy. I’d never heard of a song called Halo. Her album came out when my album was already being printed. No-one’s gonna be sittin’ at home, thinking ‘Man, Ryan Tedder gave Beyonce and Kelly the same track to write to.’ No, they’re just gonna be saying I ripped someone off. I called Ryan and said, ‘I don’t understand. Why would you do that?’”

The palpably frustrated Clarkson claims she “fought and fought” to try and prevent her label from releasing Already Gone as her third single, out of respect for Beyonce.

“In the end, they’re releasing it without my consent,” she sighs. “It sucks, but it’s one of those things I have no control over. I already made my album. At this point, the record company can do whatever they want with it. It’s kind of a shitty situation, but.… You know, you learn.”

So to the impassioned fans still fighting to convince everyone that “Already Gone” sounds nothing at all like “Halo,” congratulations–even the artist you’re defending doesn’t believe you.

The fact is that Kelly Clarkson must do what I’ve been dying for her to do all along: Break away. (PUN!) Break far, far away from the label. Go out into the wilderness! Mess your hair up! Make songs that suck! Make songs that are ten times more powerful than anything we’d hear delivered on the radio! The mainstream route is clearly not working for you anymore, Clarkson.

It’s time to earn your cred.


by Bradley Stern
filed under: Little Boots, Video Premiere

Styling: 9/10
Tenori-On Sexiness: 9/10
Symmetry: 10/10
Substance: 4/10

I get what they were ‘going for,’ but it still took me three tries just to get through the damn thing.

Frankly I’m beginning to wonder if Boots can legitimately carry herself as a proper entertainer…sorry.

Click below to hear more from Little Boots.
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by Bradley Stern
filed under: Heidi Range, Keisha Buchanan, Sugababes

17e82cc4ea0be74eed2351e763580391 Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change.
Look at this new promo pic from The Guardian? Isn’t it gorgeous? Do yourselves a favor and read the accompanying article as well…lots of great new information included.

Keisha Buchanan is just running her mouth right now–and it’s FANTASTIC. Right now, she’s answering questions from fans on her Twitter…personal ones! Ones about the Sugababes! About Siobhan! Everything! I’m going to try and create a Q&A out of the answers she’s given, so bear with me: Click “Read More” to see it all.

@keisha_buchanan hope Heidi and Amelle are k if the rumor true that they got swine flu if so with them well from me *hug* cant wait for get sexy! videos its gonna be epic
@dylan_mason They are getting much better x
@keisha_buchanan when is the premiere? I could pee with excitement xx
@Suga_Bitch Next week hopefully!!!! x
@keisha_buchanan Are you dancing in the new Get Sexy video ?? Xx
@KKarol We are at the end a little… lol So strange for us lol
@keisha_buchanan My question for your Q&A – Why have the Sugababes had such a dramatic week?!
@martynhett 2 babes are not well and im on a driving ban… long story
@keisha_buchanan whats your favourite britney spears song? icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change.
@simplydanx Sometimes and Born to make you happy lol Love Britney
@keisha_buchanan Whats your view on the possibility of ITV bringing back CDUK with guest hosts each week, would the babes do it?
@terryclarke Is that true??!!! Id love that!!! and YES we would x
@keisha_buchanan When will the new album be out? after get sexy or after a second single? x
@Joerobert second single, then the album xxx
@keisha_buchanan Is that true that ya girls are forced to cancel tha meeting with jay-z because of the swine flu?? via daily mirror icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change.
@Krista_Armstron No lol there was no meeting planned with him. We cancelled everything and have the week off while the girls get better xxx
@keisha_buchanan Outside current band members, is there anyone, dead or alive, you would love to have performed with?
@LiverpoolFan74 MJ alllll day x
Question deleted regarding Mutya
@jase_xo I missed mut. But she wasnt happy…We did remain friends after she left but lost contact. I got on with Amelle straight away:-D
@keisha_buchanan what is the best thing or date that ur bf did for you/ took u on? xx
@CherylKiddxo I can honestly say that he treats me like a princess everyday. I cant think of one thing… Its all the little things i love x
@keisha_buchanan If you had kids and could only teach them one thing you’ve learnt in life what would it be? and why?
@Danielle_Jane14 To love god. Never give up, Be a leader not a follower and use negative people as inspiration. (A few of my values lol)
@keisha_buchanan What is your favourite 112 tune? xxx
@CarlyBimbo Thats hard…”Only you” “Love me” “Peaches and cream” All cried out with Allure…Errrr LOADS lol
@keisha_buchanan is there any celebrity you’ve met who was reallyy rude to youu?
@taetaewoodward Not really icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change. I’ll have a think!!! x
@keisha_buchanan You have a grand to spend on YOURSELF (not give away!!!), what do you do with it? NO GIVING IT AWAY! icon biggrin Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change.
@tismrwells Id spend it on me AND my girls at the spa lol !!! id HAVE to bring friends sorry lol Or ummm Shoes!!!
@keisha_buchanan What do u think has been the key to your/Sugababes long standing career? (i won’t accept line-up changes as an answer) lol
@NickiKelly 4 me, its God’s blessing. We’ve been dropped b4, had line up changes, been written off & were still standing & selling records.
@keisha_buchanan My question:Which is the best song U’ve ever recorded in ur opinion?Which is the song U wish U never release?
@zsoltpalffy The best: Overload, Freak, Push the button, stronger, I hate Denial lol
@keisha_buchanan Which album of yours was the worst?
@LikeARingleader Change was not my fav lol
@keisha_buchanan Do you think, that there will be a sugababes concert in munich? – xoxo
@xoxomosthated Hopefully next year x
@keisha_buchanan Oo have to ask- did you get to hear any of the new stuff Leona is working on when in LA and what you think?
@RyanJL I didnt as she just started hers but its going to be amazing! x
@keisha_buchanan Who is the most annoying celeb you have met? xx
@Zara_E Me!!! lol
@keisha_buchanan is your next album totally different from past albums? icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change.
@OHMYDAYSitsHayz As always yes icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change. x
@KEISHA_BUCHANAN HI kEISHA, wHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE SONG ON THE NEW ALBUM? LOVE HARRIET XXX
@hrkws A track called “No more you”, written by Neyo and About a girl!!! I have to say “Get sexy” is my fav up tempo though!!!
@keisha_buchanan Will your US version of album 7 contain some of your greatest hits too? Girls is currently played on a shoes ad in USA!
@dillangandhi I heard girls out there!! It was so cool icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change. To answer your question, Im not sure but id like to think it would be all new x
@keisha_buchanan Why is your new material American Garbish when you was so fantasticly British and Different? Is it to crack America 4 $$$$
@LyricistKev Ur now blocked. U can have an opinion BUT u could have asked that question in a more mature way. Joker.
@keisha_buchanan is it true mutya left cause she didnt like the direction babes were takin? I heard She hated red dress..
@Matrix983 thats not why she left lol But she did hate that song!!!
@keisha_buchanan How much longer do you think the babes will stay together?
@MrRatch We’ll do it until its not fun anymore lol Right now we’re having a ball!!! x
@keisha_buchanan if you could be part of ANY girlgroup of anytime which group, who, and which song do you think defines them? xx
@MadlinLilliee TLC!!! They always looked like they were having fun icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change.
@keisha_buchanan If you were stuck on a desert island what 3 CD’s (yes it has electricity!) & 3 celebs would you wanna have with you?
@nelly_uk7 Mj hits, Old school garage & maybe some jazz. I’d be there with Leona, shes cool, Tulisa ndubz (she’s wild lol) & katy perry!
@keisha_buchanan any chance of resurrecting the ANGELS…album track “Blue” for live performances? Such an amazing song…
@17days Thanks hun. I dont think that will ever happen lol I made up the meaning to that song lol But never say never right?
@keisha_buchanan QnA: Why did Siobhan really leave? Theres never been a clear answer and I don’t believe that you “bullied” her…
@POB991 The truth??..Lol…Ok…Basically she was offered a solo deal & left us lol When we started doing well the lies started…Sad really
@keisha_buchanan heyi have a question do you like #nicolescherzinger? if you had a chance would you like to work with her?
@Jespertje I think she’s really cool in person. Not sure if we would work with her though icon smile Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change. We all sing so different x
@keisha_buchanan Ok… i have a good question. Rank your albums from fave to least fave INCLUDING your new one icon wink Keisha Buchanan Doesnt Care Much For Change. Good one ayeee xxxx
@Stephen_Spears lol.. One touch, Angels, Taller, 3, Our new one, catfights and spotlights, change lol

And then I got kind of tired of copy pasting.

I’m a bit concerned though. This one’s not even her second or third or FOURTH favorite record?! She speaks truthfully, that’s for sure. I guess we’ll have to wait and listen ourselves…


by Bradley Stern
filed under: Dolly Rockers, Video Premiere

IT HAS ARRIVED.

The video for the Dolly Rockers‘ debut single “Gold Digger” is upon us.

Splendorous, nay? They are literally buckets of fun. My favorite scene’s got to be the office invasion, including the moment Sophie takes matters into her own hands and starts chatting into the phone about the blasted Gold Digger.

“Gold Digger” is due for release on August 31.


by Bradley Stern
filed under: BoA, Flo-Rida, Sean Garrett, Video Premiere, Zac Efron


OKAY, FIRST OF ALL: why does it sound like the song’s being pumped through a bathtub? Come on, Entertainment Weekly…seriously?! Totally ruins the experience.

Anyway, here’s the long-awaited video for BoA‘s new single, “Energetic.”

Things that it is:
- Flashy.
- Colorful.
- Glossy.

Things that it is not:
- Energetic.

I love BoA, but what’s going on in this video? Far too many jump cuts, and not enough substance. Honestly, she’s one of the most talented dancers in the music industry (“I Did It For Love,” “BAD DRIVE” anyone?), so why not continue to drive that fact? This left me feeling a bit…stale.

It’s okay bb, I still love you. You still looked fierce and fresh to death regardless!

Click here to check out BoA’s interview with EW, where she reveals why getting in a car with her could prove fatal. Oh, and that she and I are apparently about to throw down in a no-holds-barred cage match for Zefron.

OH, AND SHE’S RE-RELEASING THE ALBUM.

I went to Atlanta last year and recorded “I Did It For Love” with Sean Garrett [the man behind hits for Beyonce, Usher, Ciara, and Chris Brown] and one more song is coming out for my repackaged album released in September — it’s the same as the first album but with added new songs. I also have one with Flo Rida, he was featured in my “Eat You Up” song.

I’m excited…I don’t really care how or when, I just want MORE. (MOAH?!)

Click below to hear more from BoA.
badgeitunes61x15dark BoA: Energetic (Video Premiere)


by Bradley Stern
filed under: Britney Spears, Daily B


I don’t know if it’s just from watching “Neighdar” so many times, but I think I want to have sex with that horse more than the polo player.

by Bradley Stern
filed under: Ashley Tisdale, Hilary Duff, Holly Valance, Tata Young, The Wonder Girls, Whitney Houston

fed16b49d705de1f3dbf99361ee324b3 Tata Young: If At First You Dont Succeed, Try Thai Again
Tata Young is an incredibly popular, incredibly talented Thai singer who’s spent almost twenty years dominating her homeland. In her spare time, she also enjoys trying to break into the North America market to no avail (oh hay, Hikki and BoA). Thanks to a tip from my BFF JJS at It’s The Money Shot!, I’ve learned that Tata’s trying all over again this year. Perhaps a third time’s a charm?

I was first introduced to Tata in 2006 during my then-beginning-to-wane obsession with all things J and K-Pop. Stumbling upon a little ditty called “Sexy Naughty Bitchy,” a ‘female empowerment’ number of sorts that managed to work its way up the Japanese Oricon Top 10 (the equivalent of the Billboard Charts), I knew I’d found what I was looking for. Yes, the song is as good-bad as the title implies and yes, you can sing along to it with the help of karaoke.

fed402dacea3448fe094c05d787f0abd Tata Young: If At First You Dont Succeed, Try Thai Again
Then came Temperature Rising later that year, a deeply underappreciated and slightly misguided English attempt to break into North American turf for the second time in her career. The album was truly a lot of fun, and still merits play today, including gems like “Back Outta This,” “Uh Oh,” and “Zoom,” (which was later covered by Disney bot Ashley Tisdale). Of course, the greatest of the bunch was the lead single “El-Nin-YO!”, which was sort of like a Holly Valance-meets-Hilary Duff crossover track. I mean sure, Tata was chastised for her newfound image (as evidenced within the somewhat racy strip-off-and-spray-down concept behind the video) but isn’t that just what we love here in America?! INJUSTICE.

Coming forward to 2009, I’ve discovered that Tata is set to release her third English studio album, Ready For Love, which shares the name of the lead track off of the record. It’s a little awkward, and I still don’t see her going anywhere with this, but it’s not bad. In fact, it’s kind of like a track I’d want Whitney Houston to launch with for the comeback.

Look, I don’t really give a shit what works. All I know is that the fucking Wonder Girls cannot be the first Asian act to break the American market. CANNOT. BE.

Click below to hear more from Tata Young.
badgeitunes61x15dark Tata Young: If At First You Dont Succeed, Try Thai Again


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