The great Mavis Staples continues to prove her icon-worthy status with some stellar new material at the age of 71 expected for release at the end of April. According to Stereogum, Son Little produced the upcoming EP, Your Good Fortune, along with writing two of the four songs. Staples will also appear in the upcoming documentary Mavis!.
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Zayn Malik Exits One Direction: *End Scene*
Amidst allegations of cheating and an emotional breakdown, One Direction’s Zayn Malik has chosen to leave the band. While most onlookers might suggest that the man ride the wave until he has FULLY drowned, Malik has apparently had enough, claiming he’d like to live a normal, 22 year old life. Cheers to a kid that wants privacy. He’s likely made enough money to live comfortably for eternity. Here’s hoping he saves it though. No one wants to see him turn into Bret Michaels on VH1 chasing former Poison pussy.
Florence and the Machine Releases “St. Jude” Video: WATCH NOW
Mission Impossible Rogue Nation Trailer: Is This Tom Cruise’s Last Mission?
With Tom Cruise’s startling stunts and solidified action-star status, it’s easy to forget that he’s one of our best actors, but who cares? The guy is a force, and his Mission Impossible franchise is an unforgettable achievement. Here’s hoping this isn’t his last installment. Advance tickets for Rogue Nation are available Thursday, July 30th and the film opens nationwide on July 31st. Watch the trailer below.
Tabloid Gossip: News Review
Bradley Cooper is single. ICYDK
Anne V. is pregnant. JUST JARED
Los Angeles Philharmonic conductor is divorcing. YAHOO!
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes hate each other. TMZ
One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson is newly single. BILLBOARD
Wilmer Valderrama and Demi Lovato are in love. WONDERWALL
Scott Disick left rehab. ZAP2IT
The war rages on between Pamela Anderson and Rick Salomon. JEZEBEL
Rob Kardashian hates Kim Kardashian. HOLLYWOOD LIFE
Lara Spencer and her husband are divorcing. PAGE SIX
RHOBH Reunion: Your Sneak Peak
It takes a lady to talk behind a friend’s back, and a trashy Real Housewife to say it to one’s face. In the clip below, we get our first taste of what it’s like to shine a spotlight on salty chicks with family drama, marital discord, and damaged friendships. As for the truly sad exchange between Kim Richards and her sister Kyle, one can only guess that they’ve sold their souls at the expense of their family, but perhaps this is a tempered version of what we might see during their “I’m home for the holidays” table-talk. Watch a clip below of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion.
Justin Bieber and Madonna Play “Never Have I Ever” (VIDEO)
Amber Rose Talks “Slut Walk” and Khloe Kardashian
If Kim Kardashian’s entire career came to fruition from a sex tape, then Amber Rose’s career can easily be brought to light by a relationship with Kanye West. Which approach is more desperate? That’s for the public to decide, but both are based on the same kind of talent. As for the “feud” between Rose and the Kardashian clan? While Rose is low on numbers, she’s fighting hard enough to win. Watch below as she answers the melee with the utmost class.
Rumer Willis: Standout Performer on DWTS (VIDEO)
John Oliver Takes on March Madness & The Awful NCAA
John Oliver made an enemy out of March Madness, claiming the celebrated scam generates $1 billion in television ad revenue, yet cons its athletes with a no-payment policy, given their student or “amateur” status. When NCAA president Mark Emmert’s explains that students receive a stellar education in exchange for their services, Oliver quickly points out that their extremely demanding schedule leaves little time for books. Watch below.