Jimmy Fallon v. Jennifer Lopez — Whose Pants Are Tighter?

Jimmy Fallon squeezed into his tight, white pants for a stellar song and dance, and Jennifer Lopez joined him. The two tried to take each other down, with revolving turns as to who deserves the tightest-white-pants prize, and JLO treated the audience to a dose of her derriere. Watch below to get a good look at my girl crush in action.

Links & Things: This Week’s Celebrity News

‘Girls’ star Gaby Hoffmann is pregnant. NYP

Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas are divorcing. E! Online

Hayden Panettiere and Wladimir Klitschko are expecting their first child. HUFFPO

Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick are on their way to baby #3. People

Armie Hammer is having his first kid. Digital Spy

‘The Bahelorette’s’ Emily Maynard got married. Hollywood Life

Jennifer Lopez is single. Us Magazine

Olivia Munn is getting cozy with NFL Quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Radar Online

Rachel McAdams might be seeing Jake Gyllenhaal. Just Jared

Guiliana and Bill Rancic had a miscarriage. CNN

Sandra Bullock got an award for her hotness. EW

Khloe Kardashian and French Montana are still dating. Wet Paint

Rita Ora and Calvin Harris are dunzo. Rumor Fix

 

Harry Connick Jr. Returns to American Idol — Signs for Season 14

“Hatchet Harry” will don his judging hat for another installment of ‘American Idol,’ as Season 14 is also expected to see the return of his well-liked cohorts. Though Keith Urban and Jennifer Lopez have yet to sign, Idol has made their expectations clear, calling the trio their “dream team.” If you haven’t tuned in this season, you’re missing out. For the first time in years, the judges are actually giving tangible critiques of each contestant, with Harry Connick Jr. leading the charge. For a show that’s been more about insulting the contestants or calling them “pitchy” in excess, it’s a refreshing revamp. Watch an interview with the very handsome Harry below.

American Idol Hits Ratings Low — An Inside Look at What Went Wrong

Many entertainment outlets have widely reported on the decline of American Idol, with The Voice now taking the talent-show crown. While viewer fatigue might explain the end of an era, there has to more. First, this year’s judging panel is the best in years, so it can’t be the cast. Can it be the contestants? American Idol eliminated an essential component of previous years, moving up the start date during “Rush Week.” It’s possible this served to freshen the format, but it also threw the contestants into the deep end of the pool too soon. As a result, the top picks are much less polished. In fact, there’s really no standout performer to take the top spot. This failing can also be attributed to the judges who picked these players to place in the coveted live shows. And though Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban are proven powerhouses in the industry with incredible inside knowledge of music, that doesn’t mean they are adept at A&R. Actually, The Voice is also guilty of this critique, given that after multiple seasons on the air, they have yet to find a star. Simon Cowell might have been liked for his caustic barbs, but he also has a proven A&R track record, which might explain why American Idol has produced a wide array of big-name talent through the years (see Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, and more). And since he’s also responsible for assembling One Direction, it’s clear the man’s still got it. As for whether the show can be saved, I don’t have a solution other than to suggest the format is still not fresh enough in a now-competitive environment. Plus, these singers simply aren’t good enough. Watch the videos below to see the only singers that stand a chance.


Alex Preston – Every Breath You Take – American… by IdolxMuzic


Sam Woolf – Time After Time – American Idol 13… by IdolxMuzic

Alex Preston and Jo Dee Messina are Cousins!????

American Idol front runner Alex Preston sang an original song on tonight’s American Idol, and he killed it. But before you ask yourself how he has yet to be discovered, there’s a little information that somehow slipped by the main press. He’s cousins with Jo Dee Messina! Who knew?! Plus, he’s written songs with her. To see a sample of his talent, watch below.


Alex Preston – Fairytales – American Idol 13… by IdolxMuzic

#ILUHYAPAPI ON #IDOL — JLO Kills It

Jennifer Lopez can show just about any girl how it’s done, tearing down the stage with complicated head bobs, dazzling denim, and throw-back kicks. And to top it off, she got a little help from Idol alums Pia Toscano and Jessica Sanchez. My favorite part of her performance was Harry Connick’s hilarious attempt at her choreography. Watch JLO prove once again why she’s the queen of reinvention.


[HD] JLO – I Luh Ya Papi (Ft Jessica Sanchez… by IdolxMuzic

American Idol Top Ten Perform — How’d They Do?

My favorite part of American Idol is Harry Connick Jr., who is the first judge in history to actually give constructive criticism. The other judges take his lead, upping the ante on their opinions. In fact, it gets even better when Harry challenges his sidekicks, especially Jennifer Lopez, who can easily contend with Harry’s critiques when they involve performance-related feedback. Watch two of my favorite judging moments below, including CJ Harris and Jessica Meuse.


Jessica Meuse – Pumped Up Kicks – American Idol… by IdolxMuzic


CJ Harris – Invisible – American Idol 13 (Top 10) by IdolxMuzic

JLO Releases “I Luh Ya Papi” Video — Man-eating Masterpiece

It what can only be described as a brilliant, butt-tastic bonanza, Jennifer Lopez released her video for “I Luh Ya Papi.” JLO turned the tables on the endless array of ridiculous male singers who often flood their videos with bikini-wearing women for no reason at all. The solution? Speedo wearing men, of course! Watch JLO prove once again that she’s a reigning diva whose throne is well-deserved.

American Idol Top 12: Keith Urban v. Harry Connick Jr.

If you’re not watching this season of American Idol, you must start. Harry Connick Jr.’s arrival has upped the ante for the other judges, who now give specific, constructive feedback to each contestant. My favorite moment from the Top 12 came from their critique of Jessica Meuse, who apathetically sang ‘White Flag’ by Dido, resulting in a harsh critique from “Hatchet Harry,” who explained that it’s essential to sing in tune. Keith Urban then countered Harry’s critique with his own spin, saying that singing with passion can compensate for pitch problems, followed by Urban’s extemporaneous belt into the microphone to illustrate his point. Watch below.


Jessica Meuse – White Flag – American Idol 13… by IdolxMuzic

‘American Idol’ Does “Rush Week” — Hatchet Harry Returns!

In case you doubted Harry Connick Jr.’s well-deserved position on the American Idol panel, take a look at the video below, where Connick criticizes Emily Piriz’s performance of Grace Potter’s ‘Paris (Ooh La La).’ Connick felt the lyrics were a little too racy for an 18 year old and asked that she recite the original two lines which insinuated oral sex. Though Seacrest dubbed his dig “daddy-mode,” it’s a valid critique. We don’t need another Miley Cyrus on our hands.


Emily Piriz – Paris Oh La La – American Idol 13… by IdolxMuzic