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    Premiere: New Ke$ha Video


    2010 - 02.26

    Get it while it’s hot — and don’t wait long because this video will likely disappear before the day is over (UPDATED VIDEO March 1). But yes, here’s the no surprises clip for “Blah Blah Blah,” in which moderately annoying pop tart Ke$ha attempts to capitalize on the runaway success of “Tik Tok.” It’s not as good — the song features 3OH!3 for fuck’s sake — but it’ll probably be inescapable.

    Ok, that sounds harsh, and honestly, I’ve been wearing her record out since its release. It’s a guilty pleasure, that’s for sure, but the production is tight (yes I said tight) and the tunes, for the most part, are surprisingly strong.

    On a side note, I apologize for the lack of posts this week. I spontaneously traveled to Atlanta to catch Tegan and Sara in concert and I must say that I was totally blown away. Those girls are the real deal! Regular posting resumes immediately.

    Notes on the ‘Idol’ Top 24


    2010 - 02.17

    I hadn’t commented on season 9 of American Idol just yet, but the top 24 were revealed tonight and thankfully my favorite eye candy made the cut. I’ll be rooting for Tyler Grady (pictured above), the wiry Zeppelin-loving crooner with the tight jeans and ’70s style. He had me at hello — when he sang “Let’s Get It On” during his initial audition. Yes, please.

    My knee-jerk reactions to a few of the other hopefuls:

    • Siobhan Magnus — She’s got great pipes, but why does she dress like Seinfeld’s Elaine circa 1996? Someone sick the staff stylist on her STAT!
    • Casey James — Famous for stripping off his shirt during his first audition, this soulful blue-eyed charmer could go far in the competition if Kara has her way. I’m usually a fan of long hair, but this one needs a haircut.
    • Crystal Bowersox — This season’s hippie girl! I love that she’s not a perfect 10, and she doesn’t fit in by far. I have a feeling Ellen had something to do with her making it this far.
    • Aaron Kelly — In a year that is glaringly devoid of flamboyant Glamberts, the awkwardly adorable 16-year-old definitely takes the crown for Most Likely to Like Boys (though Todrick Hall is a close second).
    • Ashley Rodriguez — Not sure what it is about this girl, but I have a major feeling that she’s the one to beat. But does gorgeous and stylish plus super-talented equal votes?  So long as she doesn’t fuck it up on disco week.

    Head here for a complete list of the Top 24! The show returns Tuesday with the girls performing live while the guys take the stage the following evening. Stay tuned.

    Too Little, Too Late for Kylie Video


    2008 - 08.19

    Here’s the clip for Kylie’s “The One,” which should have been a huge hit on both sides of the pond. Unfortunately, the single came out a month ago overseas and this promo video just came out last week. Yes, I’m confused as well. I’d be shocked if it was ever properly released in the U.S.

    Anyway, the Freemasons remix of the track certainly gays it up a bit. The video capitalizes on that fact with an oiled-up, speedo-clad gent who appears frequently in the kaleidoscopic clip, though as a whole it looks like it was made with much haste. And what’s with the theme? Is it Old Hollywood Glam? Because that bob and the specs Kylie is sporting near the end completely shatter the classic feel. Oh well, I suppose it’s better than nothing. Rant over! :-)

    Spared the Wrath of Diddy


    2008 - 03.29

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    Girl group Danity Kane have reason to celebrate this week. Their sophomore effort, Welcome to the Dollhouse, is the number one album in the U.S. Yes, in America, there will always be a place for packs of scantily-clad ladies on the charts (and I actually like these hot sluts more than those pesky Pussycat Dolls).

    The pop stars also see that disc’s debut single, “Damaged,” score a big jump up to no. 27 on the Hot 100 in only its second week. Here’s that video I was waiting so patiently for:

    Not what I expected, but I like it.

    Hot ‘Gossip’


    2008 - 01.10

    gossipgirl.jpgIf you were a fan of 90210 growing up, chances are you could become addicted to the new CW drama Gossip Girl.

    I enjoyed watching West Beverly brats Donna and Kelly until they got to college — then I sort of lost interest. And until now I resisted similar scripted shows like The O.C. and Laguna Beach (c’mon, you know that shit ain’t real!) which revolved around spoiled teenagers with impossible good looks.

    That changed a few weeks back after catching an episode of Gossip with a friend. The show’s protaganist, Upper East Side socialite Serena van der Woodsen (Blake Lively, pictured) isn’t completely intolerable (I’m lookin’ at you, Mischa Barton). In fact, despite her unfathomable lifestyle and her snooty friends, she’s completely endearing. Of course there’s plenty of soap opera scandal to keep one entertained, but the writing is much better than your standard primetime melodrama. Also, it really helps to have a likable lead character to root for.

    Oh yeah, the handsome male leads don’t hurt matters…

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    Gossip Girl moves to Mondays with its next new episode Jan 28. Brenda and Brandon will surely be watching.

    shock value


    2007 - 12.29


    ashleesimpson1107.jpgcheck out ashlee simpson’s video for new single “outta my head (ay ya ya).” the dance-floor friendly song, produced by timbaland, sounds like a mix of michael jackson’s “beat it” and nelly furtado’s “maneater,” which should tell you that “outta my head” is indeed a pleasant surprise, especially after the dreadful “invisible.” as for the visually vibrant clip, it is totally ’80s with a trippy, frantic feel. i especially like robotic ashlee, the creepy blonde twin girls and the floating rubix cube.

    i wasn’t so sure what i thought about this track at first, so give it a few listens before making an opinion. even though ashlee is despised by many, i really enjoy some of her tunes — and this new direction could win over a few naysayers. i wonder if mr. wentz had anything to do with this (or am i giving him too much credit?).


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