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- Justin Bieber Doesn't 'Limit' Himself When It Comes To Love
- 'American Idol' Crowns Lee Dewyze, Tim Urban Kings Of Elvis Night
- 'Glee' Premiere Was 'A Real Shocker,' Fans Say
- 'American Idol' Music Director Rickey Minor To Join 'Tonight Show'
- 'Dancing With The Stars' Kicks Aiden Turner To The Curb
- Trae Tha Truth Makes a 'Motion Picture' With Lil Wayne And Rick Ross
- The Young Veins' <i>Take A Vacation!</i>: The Joke's On You
- Eminem Collaboration 'Was A Gift,' B.o.B Says
- 'Glee' Premiere Recap: The Gleeks Say 'Hell-O'
- Rick Ross Secures F. Gary Gray For Video, Kanye West For Album
| Justin Bieber Doesn't 'Limit' Himself When It Comes To Love Posted: 14 Apr 2010 03:52 AM PDT 'Whoever I fall in love with, you can be anybody,' he tells MTV News.
While Justin Bieber hasn't been shy about his crush on Beyoncé, when it comes to falling in love, he said he doesn't need to date a celebrity. When he meets the right girl, he'll know it.
"Whoever I fall in love with, you can be anybody," Bieber told MTV News. "I don't limit myself." Just because Bieber has a packed schedule doesn't mean he can't make time for love. "It would just depend," he said. "I think right now, I'm really busy, but anything can happen. I mean, I wouldn't mind it." So does Bieber have a dream girl? Actually, he has three: "If I can pick any girl ... I'm gonna take Meagan Good. I'm gonna take Kim Kardashian. And Beyoncé." But Bieber's first love is his fans. "They make me a trending topic on Twitter every day," the pop star marveled of his devoted fanbase. "It's pretty incredible. My fans have made me a trending topic every day. I don't think there's been a day in the past month that I haven't. So it's pretty incredible. "I love Twitter," Bieber added. He finds tweeting the perfect way to share his comings and goings and to communicate directly with a few lucky girls whenever possible. "For sure I use it for being able to interact with my fans as well as promote stuff." Do you think Justin Bieber has a chance with Meagan Good, Beyoncé or Kim Kardashian? Tell us in the comments! Related Videos Related Photos |
| 'American Idol' Crowns Lee Dewyze, Tim Urban Kings Of Elvis Night Posted: 13 Apr 2010 07:35 AM PDT Crystal Bowersox and Casey James also turn in solid performances under Adam Lambert's mentorship.
On Tuesday night (April 13), Adam Lambert became the first former "American Idol" finalist to serve as a mentor on the show, and last year's runner-up had plenty of advice for the nine remaining singers as they took on the Elvis songbook. In keeping with his vibe last year, Lambert encouraged the singers to bring their own special something to each performance, advice that served some in-danger singers well (Michael Lynche, Tim Urban) and enhanced the chances of the usual leading suspects (Crystal Bowersox, Casey James). First up was cool customer Bowersox, earning effusive praise from Lambert, who was feeling her electric gospel take on "Saved." Joined by a trio of backup singers, Bowersox boogied her way through the righteous church blues, slowing it down to a soulful crawl near the end as she strummed a bedazzled black electric guitar.
Randy Jackson called it the second coming of Bonnie Raitt, Ellen DeGeneres had no words for how solid it was, Kara DioGuardi was feeling the uptempo mood, and Simon Cowell loved the offbeat choice. "You chose something that suited you and put your own slant on it and didn't fall into the karaoke trap, which I think a lot of people are going to do tonight," he said. After landing in the bottom two last week, Andrew Garcia knew he had to bring it this week, and Lambert encouraged him to punch up his version of "Hound Dog," which the glam rocker found a bit boring. Singing into a vintage microphone, Garcia slowed down the hip-swiveler, turning it into a jazzy pseudo-salsa, waltzing out into the audience and adding a bit of extra grit to his usually smooth vocals. Cowell called it lazy and predictable and said it was not a star performance, though Ellen liked the extra swagger. Randy dubbed it "not good karaoke" and deemed it pitchy, while Kara said Garcia didn't really own the performance, was using the mic as a prop and failed to bring the Elvis magic to the stage. Perennially on-the-bubble singer Tim Urban continued to surprise, winning over Lambert with "Can't Help Falling in Love." Sitting on a stool and picking out a gentle melody on an acoustic guitar in dramatic shadow, Urban gave the classic tune a romantic, Jeff Buckley-esque feel in one of his strongest efforts to date. Busting out one of her twisted metaphors, Ellen compared Urban to multiple shots of tequila, saying the more of him she sees, the more she likes. "I thought that was beautiful," she added. DioGuardi called it her favorite performance yet and said it felt current and authentic. "You have managed to go from zero to hero in two weeks," Cowell said, complimenting Urban's confidence and ability to apply the judges' advice. Lambert told Lee Dewyze he needed to amp up the performance end of "A Little Less Conversation," which Lee did by smiling, strumming and swaying along to the barroom-blues version of the tune, showing more personality than he has in the past. "I've never seen you ever go for it vocally like you did tonight," Kara said. "You really went for it, and I loved it. The rasp, hitting those notes, changing it up, an intensity that I haven't seen from you." Randy felt Lee was in the zone, and Ellen said he finally showed some confidence and engaged the audience. Simon disagreed with Kara's advice to loosen up and smile more, saying Lee nailed it just as it was. Teen Aaron Kelly went all in with the classic rocker "Blue Suede Shoes." Lambert encouraged him to show more attitude, which the high-schooler wasn't sure he had in him. He gave it a shot, bopping across the stage and singing with more edge than usual and subsequently coming across as seasoned beyond his years. Ellen gave him an "A" for effort for taking on such an iconic song and said he almost pulled it off, though Kara thought getting out of his comfort zone helped finally make him seem young after weeks of stuffy performances. Simon, of course, disagreed, saying the arrangement and bluesy breakdown at the end felt old-fashioned and very karaoke. "It felt like you were dressing up for the part," he said. Lifelong Elvis fan Siobhan Magnus got into the spirit with a pompadour hairstyle and a slow gospel take on "Suspicious Minds," which Adam said she needed to speed up to properly sell onstage. The slowed-down, girl-group-like version of the normally uptempo tune emphasized Magnus' vocals and ability to hit big, loud notes, changing the arrangement into what Randy described as a "Supremes-ish" melody. "To me, it was like you were put into a time machine and you came back in 20 years' time," Cowell said, lambasting Magnus for her erratic, screechy singing and uneven performance. Both Randy and Ellen liked the second half of the song better, when Siobhan busted out her power vocals, but Kara said she's confused by the teeter-tottering between the big notes and more subdued ones. After earning the season's only save last week, Michael Lynche was tempted to tone down the theatricality with "In the Ghetto," but Lambert counseled him to amp it up instead. Playing it as a subdued acoustic ballad, Lynche stripped the tune down to an emotional, Babyface-like R&B ballad. "I'm glad we saved you," Ellen said simply. Though a bit too sleepy, Jackson and DioGuardi said the vocals were hot, and, for once, Cowell agreed calling it a "million, billion" times better than last week. Lambert told Katie Stevens to channel the anger she feels about the judges' confusing advice into the bluesy "Baby What Do You Want Me to Do." The big, brassy arrangement was augmented by some sassy neck rolls and plenty of lip-curling attitude and baby-blues-mama vocals. She got Randy moving and earned a snap from Kara, but Cowell found the whole thing annoying and a bit too loud. Casey James went way back to 1956's "Lawdy Miss Clawdy," which Lambert advised him to make more dynamic. With chicken-scratch guitar, a swampy Ben Harper-esque blues arrangement and a bit of acoustic-guitar flash, James delivered as the night's final singer. "I didn't see anything different, but it's another solid performance from you," Jackson said, a sentiment DeGeneres and DioGuardi seconded. Cowell liked the vocal but said the performance was utterly forgettable and a wasted opportunity. Lambert will be back for Wednesday night's results show — where two finalists will go home thanks to last week's save — to sing his hit "Whattya Want From Me?" Who do you think nailed it? Who blew it? Who is going home? Let us know in the comments below! Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions. Related Photos |
| 'Glee' Premiere Was 'A Real Shocker,' Fans Say Posted: 14 Apr 2010 03:52 AM PDT Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Audrey Kim
On Tuesday night, fans were treated to the spring premiere of "Glee" and plenty of surprises. The show had so many twists and turns that it left fans excited about what in the world might happen next. "I think the Rachel and Finn [story line], that really got me," one fan told MTV News. "I thought that was going to be really strong, and then him messing up at the beginning was a real shocker. And then her not coming back to him was really sad too."
Another fan was equally taken by Rachel's surprising decisions in the episode. "This episode was awesome. I absolutely loved this episode — so many shockers in this episode. I was gasping," she said. "[Mr. Schuester] was kissing everybody in the episode. Rachel is getting her groove on. She's a pimp this season!" It sounds like Rachel and Mr. Schuester are both blazing new paths, and fans were surprised. "For me, the most shocking one was Mr. Schuester," one fan said. "He's kind of a slut. Can I say that? He's a little skanky!" "Oh my god! The first episode is so amazing," another fan gushed. "Of course, no one really likes [Mr. Schuester's estranged wife] Terri, but it's OK. I hope she's going to be off, but Corey [Monteith, who plays Finn] is my favorite, Puck [Mark Salling], everyone! I love the songs, and I can't wait to hear more." Fans also enjoyed the show's return because they felt it picked up where it left off. "I like this episode. It really returns from their first season, and you really get to see the inside of all the characters," she said. " ... It's amazing how these characters change through time and how they express themselves through these songs." What did you think of the "Glee" premiere? Tell us in the comments! Related Photos |
| 'American Idol' Music Director Rickey Minor To Join 'Tonight Show' Posted: 14 Apr 2010 05:18 AM PDT Following Kevin Eubanks' departure, Minor will join Jay Leno in June.
The late-night talk show turnover machine keeps churning, as Tuesday brought news that one day after Jay Leno lost longtime bandleader Kevin Eubanks, he quickly picked up a replacement: "American Idol" music director Rickey Minor. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Minor will make his debut on "The Tonight Show" on June 7, just after Eubanks' departure in May and the season-nine finale of "Idol" on May 26. "It is a privilege for all of us to have Rickey on board," said Debbie Vickers, "Tonight Show" executive producer. "We couldn't be more excited. The 'Tonight Show' has a long tradition of acclaimed musicians in this role, and it's great to now include Rickey alongside Kevin and Branford [Marsalis]." Minor, a mostly off-camera presence on "Idol," does bring a musical pedigree, with a long résumé as a musical director for Christina Aguilera, Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys and Beyoncé, among others, as well as gigs overseeing the music for the Super Bowl, People's Choice and Grammy Awards. It's doubtful that Minor could juggle both "AI" and "Tonight," so it's assumed he would leave his current gig. A spokesperson could not be reached for comment at press time on who might replace him on "Idol," which will also be facing the loss of lead judge Simon Cowell at the end of this season. Eubanks joined Leno in 1992, when the comedian took over the "Tonight Show" post, and was elevated to musical director in 1995 when Marsalis departed. On Monday, he formally announced that he'd be stepping down from the gig. |
| 'Dancing With The Stars' Kicks Aiden Turner To The Curb Posted: 14 Apr 2010 05:40 AM PDT Kate Gosselin saved from elimination despite another low-scoring night.
"Dancing With The Stars" will be a little less hunky, not that Aiden Turner, the British "All My Children" soap stud, was eliminated Tuesday night. "Each week I came out here, I gave it my all and I got less nervous dancing in front of an audience, and last night I had the best time," Turner said after his elimination. Joining him in the bottom three were comedienne Niecy Nash and reality-TV mom Kate Gosselin, the latter of whom managed to survive another week in spite of being Monday night's lowest scorer. The first two safe couples of the night were Chad Ochocinco and partner Cheryl Burke, and "Bachelor" star Jake Pavelka and partner Chelsie Hightower. Before they knew if they were safe, Pamela Anderson and partner Damian Whitewood, were asked to repeat Monday's rumba, the dance with which she wanted show the judges that she could be a refined dancer, not just sexy. To draw out the suspense, the show aired clips of mock movie trailers, which helped promote next week's theme of "Movie Night." "Ten seasons, first time I'm actually speechless," host Tom Bergeron joked after airing a trailer that featured a partner dance play on "Rambo." Tuesday night's guest performances were diverse. Chart-topping artist Sade performed her latest single, "Babyfather," and an old favorite "Sweetest Taboo." Nuttin' But Stringz, the violin-playing brothers Damien and Tourie Escobar added some hip-hop flavor to the show, delivering a high-energy string set layered over traditional hip-hop break beats, while dancers from the New York City ballet performed in front of them. And then montages of grainy video and old school photos of the show's professional dancers were shown, followed by performances by younger dancers who represent the future of ballroom. Backstage, after being saved, Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger talked about why she cried at the conclusion of Monday night's show. "I was upset about my performance," she said. "I was upset because I let my nerves get the best of me. I was just really frustrated with myself." Related Photos |
| Trae Tha Truth Makes a 'Motion Picture' With Lil Wayne And Rick Ross Posted: 14 Apr 2010 03:52 AM PDT Trae tells Mixtape Daily that 'Inkredible' 'gives you the very feel of an old 1956 horror movie.'
Celebrity Favorites Before beginning his interview, Trae Tha Truth said there was one statement he had to make: "Free Weezy!" Aside from Lil Wayne's current jail time, Trae also told us about his just-released video for "Inkredible," with guest stars Weezy and Rick Ross. "I shot with him the week of Super Bowl," Trae said of his collabo, on the phone from Mexico. "I went to Miami to kick it with [Wayne] and the Young Money family for, like, a week. He was getting a lot of work done. We had shot it then, but I stayed out there on some brotherly support to just kick it with him before he went to jail. We was out there just chillin'. It was crazy, man. We got there and we had fun. Wayne was the last part we did of the video. We did Ross first, then Wayne. When you get [me and Wayne] in that atmosphere, we always have fun. We did the same thing during [the studio session for] 'Screwed Up' [from the 2007 Life Goes On LP]. We never shot the video for 'Screwed Up,' but when you get around family, it's always the same thing. "Me and Rick Ross got so much stuff," he added about his affinity for the Bawse. "We actually got another two or three videos coming. We got a lot of stuff with me and Ross in the works. I was with Ross the other day. I think it's natural. We don't go in the studio trying to do stuff for other people. We do what we do best. We always do what fits us. 'Inkredible' came, that was one of the last few songs on my album. Me and Ross already had records on my upcoming album Tha Truth. Me and Wayne already had records on the album, but I had a certain situation going on with some political stuff. So we doubled-back and came with a record you really couldn't deny." Trae has had an ongoing feud with KBXX 97.9 the Box in Houston, and they don't play his records. "They still don't play me," he said. "But you come to Houston, I'm the biggest thing in the streets, man. Then with the support of y'all, MTV Jams viewers hit me every hour on the hour. So it's all good." Tha Truth said his new single is cinematic. " 'Inkredible' is more like a motion picture," he explained. "I know a lot of people say 'movie this, movie that,' but it's more like a motion picture. Soon as the track comes on — it was produced by Inkredible — it gives you the very feel of an old 1956 horror movie or one of those films. We wanted to do something different, so we brought three different artists to the record. What we did differently, the record has no hook. Say you in suspense and it's that moment of the movie when you hear a clock ticking or a heartbeat. That explains what happens with 'Inkredible.' You got me coming first as the suspense builds. Outta nowhere, Wayne jumps in. Then outta nowhere again, Ross jumps in. When you see the video, you'll understand." Tha Truth comes out later this summer. Ludacris, Jadakiss, the Game, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks, Ross, Wayne, Plies, Scarface and Gorilla Zoe all make appearances. For other artists featured in Mixtape Daily, check out Mixtape Daily Headlines. Related Videos |
| The Young Veins' <i>Take A Vacation!</i>: The Joke's On You Posted: 14 Apr 2010 03:52 AM PDT Ryan Ross and Jon Walker emerge from Panic! at the Disco with a crackling new album, in Bigger Than the Sound.
Last month, as I stood in a half-filled Austin, Texas, dive bar watching Ryan Ross, Jon Walker and the rest of the Young Veins fumble and fuss with their vintage guitars and organs, I couldn't help but feel a bit sorry for them. When Ross' girlfriend (the Like's Elizabeth "Z" Berg) began crawling around onstage, attempting to hook up her guitar pedals for him — because, as Ross would tell me later, he had "forgotten" his — I somehow felt a lot worse. After all, this was Ryan Ross, the same kid I had watched stalk the stage at a sold-out (and very loud) arena in 2006, the same brilliant boy-child who had written one of my favorite albums of 2008. I had such high hopes for him. The sky truly seemed like it was the limit. But then, he left Panic! at the Disco, posed precariously close to a plate of well-manicured cocaine in a now-infamous photo and disappeared into the hills of Hollywood with Walker to work on a record that would presumably never see the light of day. Either Ross was getting truly terrible career advice, or he had fallen victim to the same thing that had snared so many before him: ego. He had believed the hype, had squandered all that potential and this Austin gig — and a thousand more just like it — would be his penance. It was, for all intents and purposes, over for him. Only, here's the thing. While the Veins' set that night wasn't particularly excellent — it was, after all, only their third show to date — there was something there: a buoyant, playful charm and a jovial jolt, even if the guitars didn't sound all that great and Ross' voice got buried in the mix way too often. This didn't feel the least bit like a funeral — quite the opposite, in fact. Ross and Walker cracked jokes and exchanged wry smiles, exuding the same vibe I got from them toward the end of Panic!'s lifespan. It was, in some small way, like they were still playing an arena (albeit an arena that smelled like beer) and that they were privy to a very secret joke, one they weren't quite sure they wanted to share with the world. Needless to say, I left the gig feeling a bit puzzled. But a few weeks later, back in New York and thoroughly deodorized, I finally understood what they were laughing about: I received an advance copy of the Veins' debut album, Take a Vacation! (due June 8), a crackling, lightning-quick effort — 11 songs in just 29 minutes — that's equal parts salty and sweet, heavily indebted to the past, unbelievably catchy and quite possibly the best joke you'll hear all year. In other words, it's pretty much everything I could ask for in a rock record, and then some. Working with producers Rob Mathes and Alex Greenwald (formerly of Phantom Planet), Ross and Walker have made an album that is totally, 100 percent theirs. Holed up in Calabasas, California, they listened to a ton of old 45s, probably smoked some funny cigarettes, watched the sun rise, made bonfires in the hills, invited all their friends over to sing on the choruses and cranked out songs that bear no resemblance to the rock music of today (and, by logical extension, have positively no chance of getting played on modern rock radio). They took the parts of Panic! at the Disco's last album that fans liked least — the strummy, sunny, really excellent ones ("Northern Downpour," etc.) — and made an entire record of them. And they did this all basically because they wanted to. It's their own private joke (or their own private psychedelic reel), one they eventually decided to share with the world. Buy only after they were good and ready to. And that's probably what I like most about Vacation! — the fact that it's deeply personal, important mostly to Ross and Walker. These are the songs they've wanted to write, even while the other half of Panic! seemed headed in the opposite direction. And so, they left the band and did their own thing. Repercussions and public opinion be damned. There are plenty of great musical moments too — the "aah-aah-aahs" and undeniable chorus of "Cape Town," the enchantment-under-the-sea-worthy ballad "Everyone but You," the campy stomp of "The Young Veins (Die Tonight)," smoky and ebullient album-closer "Heart of Mine" — but it's that dogged determination to do their own thing, even if it means a lifetime of fumbling with vintage guitars in Texas dive bars that stands out most to me. It's like Ross sings on "Other Girl," just before the tune breaks out in a stony, sunrise-approved guitar solo: "You were right, I was wrong/ Like I always am, and you always are." There are probably a million people he could be directing the line toward, only you know he doesn't really care about any of them. He's fumbling and stumbling to the beat of his own drummer now. Who cares about the future when you've got the past? Questions? Concerns? Hit me up at BTTS@MTVStaff.com. |
| Eminem Collaboration 'Was A Gift,' B.o.B Says Posted: 13 Apr 2010 01:56 AM PDT 'He wanted to get in the studio with me,' B.o.B says of Em's work on his 'Airplanes (Part II)' track.
Eminem is a busy guy — he isn't exactly the most accessible artist to work with, which is part of the reason his guest spots on songs like Lil Wayne's "Drop the World" and Drake's "Forever" are such big deals. He doesn't just do it for anybody, because not just anybody can keep up with him. So when the track list for B.o.B's debut album The Adventures of Bobby Ray was released, it was a surprise to see Em's name included.
B.o.B scored a guest spot from an enthusiastic Eminem on "Airplanes (Part II)," also featuring Hayley Williams of Paramore. Marshall Mathers said manager Paul Rosenberg introduced him to B.o.B's work, starting with his first mixtape Cloud 9, and he liked what he heard. "Paul Rosenberg played him the Cloud 9 mixtape and it kind of gave him an idea of what my music [sounds like]," B.o.B explained. "Eventually he started playing Em more of my stuff and was keeping him updated on my progress and eventually he wanted to get in the studio with me, so that was a gift." According to B.o.B, working in the studio with Em was like being in a laboratory with a mad scientist, watching and observing how everything works. But he was happy to find that while each artist has different methods, they're all trying to find that zone. "It's really reassuring to know that every artist has a way of working but it's all ... the essence of it all is to get in that vibe and to get in that zone, and everybody has a different way to get in that zone," B.o.B offered. "It's good to see a different way, because you know, 'OK, I can do this or I can do that.' It kind of showed me where I was thinking inside of a box and where I can open up even more." What do you think of the collaboration between Eminem and B.o.B? Let us know in the comments below! Related Artists |
| 'Glee' Premiere Recap: The Gleeks Say 'Hell-O' Posted: 13 Apr 2010 07:35 AM PDT The hit show returns with a few surprises.
Ladies and gentlemen, "Glee" is back. And with it, the seemingly impossible task of living up to the already sky-high levels of hype leveled upon it during the show's ultra-long hiatus. Well, you can rest easy knowing that in "Hell-O," creator Ryan Murphy and his writers crafted a well-paced, clever episode of their Golden Globe-winning comedy that culminated in a musical number set to the Beatles' "Hello Goodbye." What's changed at McKinley High since New Directions won regionals in December? Well, although Kurt, Mercedes and Rachel had hoped everything would be different, three slurpees to the face on their first day back proved otherwise. Sue Sylvester regained control of the Cheerios, thanks to a well-timed roofie that allowed her to take some very compromising photos of her in bed with Principal Figgins. (The track suit stayed on.)
There were a few modifications to the school's social hierarchy: The end of football season meant Finn's now a basketball star. Puck started dating Quinn even though she was getting fat ("I'm pregnant," she helpfully tried to explain). And thanks to Rachel's take-charge attitude (and a cat-themed relationship calendar), the Finn/Rachel romance was now official. To her, at least. Sue enlisted Cheerio spies Brittany and Santana to help wreak havoc on New Directions by getting Finn to dump his new girlfriend. Since he was in the middle of a post-being-cheated-on life crisis (which he worked through by singing the Doors' "Hello, I Love You"), he was eager to drop his domineering new girlfriend (who expressed her rage via the All-American Rejects' "Give You Hell") when Brittany and Santana asked him on a date. With both of them. It didn't really go as Finn imagined, however, when the ladies spent the date gossiping about him as he sat on the other side of the restaurant booth. He realized his mistake and tried to get Rachel back, but it was too late — she'd already met someone else. Vocal Adrenaline star Jesse St. James, played by Lea Michele's "Spring Awakening" co-star Jonathan Groff, picked Rachel up as she perused Lionel Richie sheet music at a local store. The hilariously cocky senior ("This is one of my favorite haunts. I like to come and flip through the celebrity biographies, pick up some lifestyle tips") wooed Rachel with a duet on "Hello," then asked her out. The rest of New Directions forced Rachel to break up with Jesse (thanks to another Sue Sylvester scheme) — but she couldn't do it, and decided to date him in secret (Sue strikes again: "I am engorged with venom, and triumph"). When they sealed their new relationship with a kiss under the heat of Vocal Adrenaline's 10-times-more-powerful-than-normal spotlight (sunscreen is required for use), VA's director looked on with a knowing smile. While it's unclear whether Shelby Corcoran, played by Broadway star Idina Menzel, truly was in on a nefarious plan to infiltrate New Directions, she embarked on her own McKinley affair when Mr. Schuester came to speak to her (as Vocal Adrenaline sang AC/DC's "Highway to Hell"), only to wind up making out on his couch. Though she told him to call her back when he figured out what he wanted in a relationship, it was great to meet Will Schuester the player — finally, another side of the perpetual nice guy. The other women in Mr. Schu's tangled romantic web, Terri and Emma, had a showdown when Terri stopped by to pick up her Bruckheimer DVDs as Emma prepared a surprise romantic dinner. While Emma thought "Hello" from "The Jazz Singer" was her and Will's song, Terri informed the guidance counselor that it was her and Will's junior prom theme, which Emma verified in that year's Thunderclap yearbook. This revelation, combined with Emma's admission that she'd never been intimate with anyone, ever, led her to give Will the same "Call me when you figure yourself out" message as Shelby. Did the long-awaited episode of "Glee" live up to the hype? What was your favorite part of the show? Let us know in the comments below! Related Photos |
| Rick Ross Secures F. Gary Gray For Video, Kanye West For Album Posted: 13 Apr 2010 04:07 AM PDT Ross calls new single 'Super High,' featuring Ne-Yo, a 'summer-breezy record.'
Rick Ross is pulling a boss move. The hip-hop hitmaker revealed that F. Gary Gray will make a return to video directing after a four-year hiatus to helm a clip for "Super High," a track released Monday.
"The first single, 'Super High,' featuring Ne-Yo, produced by Clark Kent — it's most definitely a summer-breezy record," Ross told MTV News exclusively about the lead cut from June 29's Teflon Don. "Rest in peace, Michael Jackson. Ne-Yo made the music feel so beautiful. "I think so highly of the record," Ross continued. "When I started brainstorming about visual ideas, I started flipping through some of my favorite movies, such as 'Friday,' such as 'Set It Off,' such as 'The Italian Job,' 'The Negotiator.' Most recently, 'Law Abiding Citizen.' What all these films had in common was they was all directed by F. Gary Gray. That's when I decided: 'This is my favorite director of all time.' Shout out to F. Gary Gray. I reached out to my homie, he just came aboard to direct 'Super High.' This is gonna be special. It means a lot to me. Coming back for my fourth LP. My first three #1's. My first album #1, second #1, third. We following up with this one. We coming with a lot of big surprises. You gotta stay tuned, though. You gotta stay tuned." Reps for Gray had not returned MTV News' request for confirmation by press time. On Monday, Ross announced that he has a contribution from Jay-Z on the album as well as Diddy on the production end. "I'm in the middle of the album," Ross said of others he has corralled for the LP. "I don't wanna let too many details go before everything is in stone. But you can expect some of the best production in the game. Collaborations with Kanye West, No ID." F. Gary Gray hasn't directed a video since Jay-Z's "Show Me What You Got" in 2006. Related Artists |
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