I was worried about Britney Spears joining X Factor, especially considering that she struggled with the first few tapings. But judging from the clip below, she’s going to be just fine. It also helps that she has Simon Cowell to carry her through any awkward silences. In fact, I get the feeling he’s moderately protective of the pop tart. Did I mention Britney looks great? Watch below.
Category: Music
Taylor Swift’s ‘We Are Never Getting Back Together’ — Record Breaking Schmaltz
I know Taylor Swift is infallible, and I realize what I’m about to say will be met with the same eye-rolls as my Tom Arnold/Roseanne post, but her new song is cringe-worthy. The lyrics are so literal, I found myself uncomfortable while listening, and the spaces involving her prosaic dialogue reminded me that early fame might have stunted her adult development. It’s time to move her music to a more mature place. But I need not apologize to Taylor Swift for this post — the song is already on it’s way to breaking records.
Elton John on Madonna: “She Looks Like a Fairground Stripper”
“She’s such a nightmare. Her career is over. Her tour has been a disaster. She’s been so horrible to Gaga . . . . If Madonna had any common sense she would have made another Ray of Light, stayed away from the dance stuff, and just been a great pop singer and made great pop records, which she does brilliantly. But no. She had to prove that she was like . . . she looks like a fairground stripper.” Elton John on Madonna’s latest tour antics. Also — I’d like to take a moment to ask the question no one seems to have an answer to: What the FU*K happened between these two lunatics to justify this kind of vitriolic hatred?
Ellie Goulding Premieres Clips of New Album
I loved Ellie Goulding’s debut album, Lights. In fact, when the rest of the world caught on to her, I found myself angrily staking my claim on the discovery. For whatever reason though, it didn’t stand the tests of time in my music rotation. It’s just unique enough to become tiresome upon multiple listens. So it’s nice to see that I can expect new material soon. Listen to clips from her follow-up album, Halcyon.
Teen Mom’s Farrah Abraham Releases New Single — Um . . . No
It always makes me happy when “celebrities” prove that music actually takes some talent. Despite popular belief, you can’t just get into a recording studio, distort your voice, and hope for the best. I won’t pick on the Teen Mom star too much, though. She’s had a rough life. Listen to Farrah Abraham’s horrific new single by clicking the link below. I’m still on the fence about whether this is a joke.
Farrah Abraham’s New Single — Click At Your Own Risk
Khloe Kardashian to Host X Factor? Is Simon Cowell Desperate?
I like Khloe Kardashian, so I can’t figure out why the possibility of her hosting X Factor is so bothersome. In short, it feels desperate, and it’s extremely unsettling to associate Simon Cowell with the word “desperate.” It’s as if he sat around and methodically tried to hit his ratings mark in every genre. Young person demographic? Check (Demi Lovato)! Huge pop-star on a career down-slide? Check (Britney Spears)! Reality star that people love to hate? Check (Khloe Kardashian)! There was a time when Simon Cowell felt authentic, when he stood for an unwavering favor of quality, when he acknowledged the public’s desire, but didn’t pander to it. Has the guy gone soft?
Mariah Carey’s New Single — Not That “Triumphant”
I try to avoid critiquing artists if I have nothing nice to say, but since Mariah Carey has a bazillion dollars and unlimited success, I think she’ll be able to get over it. So here goes: The new single is terrible. It’s not catchy, and she’s barely singing (is there even an ascertainable chorus?). In fact, I have no idea what happened during the recording process, but it sounds as if she’s singing in a damn tunnel. Perhaps someone picked the wrong single? Let’s hope there’s better material to come. Listen below.
Randy Jackson Will Return to American Idol — But Not As a Judge?
Green Day’s Billy Joe Joins ‘The Voice’ as a Mentor With Christina Aguilera
I will try my hardest not to judge Green Day frontman Billy Joe for joining ‘The Voice.’ It’s a popular show, he’s a popular guy, and he has to stay popular — because he has an album coming out. That being said, my vitriolic hatred for Christina Aguilera and my talent show fatigue makes this revelation difficult. Watch their interview below, and by “their,” I mean hers, considering he barely got a word in.
No Doubt Promotes ‘Push and Shove’ on Good Morning America — Performs “Settle Down”
Gwen Stefani is one of my favorite front-women in history. It’s not just about the music. It’s about her stage-presence and her sweet-girl persona that she balances with a rock-star edge. I was devastated when she went solo, but I’m happy to see her back in the spotlight beside her band-mates. Watch her take the Good Morning America stage to perform “Settle Down” off No Doubt’s new record, Push and Shove.