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Music » Pitbull & Ne-Yo Tear Up the 2011 MTV VMA Stage
Pitbull & Ne-Yo
It was definitely one of the highlights of the gig, and Pitbull and Ne-Yo rocked the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards audience last night (August 28).
The Cuban-American rapper continued his successful year with a not-soon-to-be-forgotten rendition of his first #1 Billboard Hot 100 single “Give Me Everything.”
And he wasn’t alone- Pitbull was backed up by Ne-Yo as well as singer/songwriter/model Nayer and a bunch of beautiful background dancers.
Prior to the big moment, Ne-Yo told press, "This is my first time performing at the VMAs, so this is going to be big."
Enjoy the pictures of Pitbull and Ne-Yo at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (August 28).
Pitbull
Pitbull
Pitbull
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Music » Lil Wayne Closes Out MTV Video Music Awards
Lil Wayne
He’s always up for a good time, and last night (August 28) Lil Wayne was on fire at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.
The “Mrs. Officer” rapper took the Nokia Theatre stage and sang an auto-tune heavy version of his hit “How to Love.”
From there, he busted out into a heavy-metal flavored performance of “John,” showing his impressive range as an artist.
Wayne’s musical director Gil Smith told press, "You know, he always comes different: One day he's a rock star, one day he's a skater; he's singing R&B. I think we can expect a little bit of everything in this performance."
Enjoy the pictures of Lil Wayne at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (August 28).
Lil Wayne
Lil Wayne
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Music » Nicki Minaj & Rihanna's "Fly" Video Debut
Nicki Minaj
It was an evening of fabulous performances, memorable moments, and tons of trophies, and the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards also included a killer debut video from Nicki Minaj and Rihanna.
The “Pink Friday” rapper and the “Russian Roulette” songstress joined forces for the brand-spanking-new “Fly” music video, and it’s quite the wild ride.
According to MTV, “The video plays out like some post-apocalyptic fashion magazine photo shoot in which Nicki Minaj and Rihanna stand near a plane wreck in couture outfits, mugging for the camera.”
“Fly” was actually filmed way back in January and was directed by Nicki’s “Super Bass” helmsman Sanaa Hamri.
Enjoy the pictures of Nicki Minaj at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (August 28).
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Music » Jessie J’s Bling-Laden VMA Performance
Jessie J
It was one of the music industry’s biggest nights, and Jessie J wasn’t about to let her foot injury keep her home from the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.
The British songstress broke her foot when she fell off of a stage almost 3 months ago, so she had to get creative for her appearance on the big show.
She told the audience, “I got the offer to come here and I thought, 'You know what, I'm not gonna sit at home feeling sorry for myself.’”
Prior to her arrival in the US, Jessie told press, “I’ve watched the VMAs every single year and always wished I could be there. So I’m going to be singing a lot and people seeing me and every single person I’ve ever looked up to in the music industry is going to be in the same room at once. Broken foot or not, I’m still going to wild out and do my thing.”
Enjoy the pictures of Jessie J at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (August 28).
Jessie J
Jessie J
Jessie J
Jessie J
Jessie J
Jessie J
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Music » Britney Spears Talks New Single “Criminal”
Britney Spears
She had quite a night at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, and Britney Spears leaked the news that her next single will be “Criminal” while speaking with press backstage.
The “Till The World Ends” songstress played it coy at first but then revealed that she’s already conceptualized the music video.
When asked about the single, Britney teased, “I don’t know if I”m at liberty to tell... But I will anyways. It’s ‘Criminal.’”
She added, "Actually the song, when I first heard it, it's really different and it's not anything I've heard like this before. So I really wanted to deliver this song. I was thinking of a really cool concept for the video just to make it interesting. You'll have to see."
Britney Spears
Britney Spears
Britney Spears
Britney Spears
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Music » Nicki Minaj Helps Launch "Tha Carter IV"
Nicki Minaj
She’s always a sight to see, and Nicki Minaj added her colorful ways to Lil Wayne's record release party of “Tha Carter IV” on Sunday (August 28).
The “Your Love” songstress sported a bright pink ensemble as she posed for pictures on the red carpet before heading inside Boulevard3 for the post-VMA shindig.
Joining in on the festivities, Ciara, Drake, Keri Hilson and Seth Rogen all made it to the party, as well, which lasted until the wee hours of the morning.
Wayne’s album hit iTunes at midnight today while it will make its official store release tomorrow (August 30).
Enjoy the pictures of Nicki Minaj at the Lil Wayne album launch party (August 28).
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj
Music » Jackson Rathbone Rocks Sin City
Jackson Rathbone
Switching gears from movie star to guitar god, Jackson Rathbone was spotted rocking out with his band 100 Monkeys in Las Vegas on Friday night (August 26).
The “Twilight Saga: New Moon” stud looked intense as he strapped on his Gibson Les Paul Standard and stomped on his array of boutique effects pedals while singing his heart out.
Jackson and the rest of the crew were jamming for a good cause- the Flightlinez Fundraiser raised money for the Fender Music Foundation.
All proceeds from the gig went to a grant created by Fender to help provide equipment and instruction for Las Vegas music programs.
Enjoy the pictures of Jackson Rathbone and his 100 Monkeys at the Flightlinez Fundraiser (August 26).
Jackson Rathbone
Jackson Rathbone
Jackson Rathbone
Jackson Rathbone
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Music » JoJo Debuts "Disaster": Listen Now!
JoJo
Giving her fans another dose of her soulful vocals, JoJo has debuted her highly-anticipated new single "Disaster."
The 20-year-old singer says the tune, the first track from her forthcoming album "Jumping Trains," is "in the family" of her breakout hit "Too Little Too Late," but notes that the song a very "distant, edgier cousin" when talking to The Grape Juice.
While her latest musical offering is set for a September 6 release on iTunes and other digital retailers, there is yet another exciting career venture the "Leave (Get Out)" songstress will be kicking off that day - a 19-city North American tour with Joe Jonas and Jay Sean.
The concert series will commence in JoJo's hometown of Boston before hitting various other venues including scheduled stops at the Wiltern in Los Angeles and the House of Blues Chicago.
JoJo
JoJo
JoJo
