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Jay-Z Breaks Ground with Beyonce
Posted in Beyonce, Beyonce Knowles, JAY-Z on the March 16, 2010
Beyonce came out to support her hubby Jay-Z at the ceremonial groundbreaking for Barclays Center, the new arena for the New Jersey Nets, at Atlantic Yards last Thursday in Brooklyn, New York. The rapper said “What I stand here and represent is hope for Brooklyn, New York City. I’m a son of Brooklyn, I’m from Marcy projects. I think about growing up in Brooklyn in the Marcy projects and shooting jump shots, thinking I can make it to the NBA. Now I stand here as an owner of [the Nets] that’s coming back to Brooklyn. The pride in that, and bringing that dream so much closer for people, brings me so much pride I get a little nervous about it. But I’m very happy, very excited about this day. And we did it again Brooklyn — shout out to [Notorious] B.I.G.”
Rihanna to record single with Brit boy band JLS
Posted in Beyonce, Beyonce Knowles, JAY-Z, Rihanna, X Factor on the March 15, 2010
Chart-topping star Rihanna has agreed to record a single with British band JLS.
The lads from JLS shot to fame after appearing on reality competition show The X-Factor.
The band - Aston Merrygold, Marvin Humes, Jonathan “JB” Gill, and Oritsé Williams - were runners-up on the show but went on to sign a deal with Epic Records.
And now they have a whole host of hit stars lining up to record with them.
Rihanna has confirmed she will record a single with JLS before the end of the year - and she believes Beyonce and Kanye West will follow.
And the man behind the hook-up is none other than Beyonce’s husband Jay-Z.
He signed Rihanna to his label and is keen to develop JLS in America, so he’s putting the two acts together then plans to link JLS up with his missus and pal Kanye.
Rihanna told the Sun: “Working with JLS is something that will happen this year. Jay will make stars out of them. He has been a great mentor to me. He has been around long enough to spot real talent and he knows who will become worldwide stars.
“They can sing, they can dance, they look good, actually they look very good. But more importantly they look like a group. It doesn’t look like they have been put together. It looks like they are meant to be together.
Source: Splash News
Jay-Z is Hiding Something
Posted in Beyonce, Beyonce Knowles, JAY-Z on the March 12, 2010
It has been reported that Jay-Z is pulling out of a new racetrack casino endeavor in New York after learning that state officials wanted all backers to hand over detailed records of their finances and the rapper refuses to do it. The order would not only require a comprehensive overview of his personal finances but also those of his R&B singer wife, Beyonce. It will definitely reveal a lot of private details about their money and it will fall into the hands of a lot of people in New York. I wonder if there’s anything juicy there or if they’re just trying to keep their business their business.
Jay-Z’s presidential invitation
Posted in Barack Obama, Beyonce Knowles, JAY-Z on the February 22, 2010
It seems that the rapper’s music is famous even among the highest of circles. The president of the United States, Barrack Obama, is quite the fan of Jay-Z and has even extended invitations to the White House for him. However, Jay-Z has never managed to go. This is what he said on the matter: “I’ve been invited to the White House a couple of times. Hopefully, we’ll keep him for eight years so I’ll have time to get there.” Well, certainly Jay-Z would find it in his best interest to visit the White House more often. After all, who knows when Barrack Obama might actually ask him for a loan for the US… either him or Beyonce, the great musical corporations of our times.
2010 BRIT Awards Winners
Posted in JAY-Z, Lady Gaga, Lily Allen, Taylor Swift on the February 16, 2010
2010 BRIT Awards Winners Complete List
British Breakthrough Act
JLS
Florence and the Machine
Friendly Fires
La Roux
Pixie Lott
British Female Solo Artist
Lily Allen
Bat For Lashes
Florence and the Machine
Leona Lewis
Pixie Lott
British Group
Kasabian
Doves
Friendly Fires
JLS
Muse
British Male Solo Artist
Dizzee Rascal
Calvin Harris
MIKA
Paolo Nutini
Robbie Williams
British Single
JLS – Beat Again
Alesha Dixon – Breathe Slow
Taio Cruz – Break Your Heart
Pixie Lott – Mama Do
Lily Allen – The Fear
La Roux – In For The Kill
Joe McElderry – The Climb
Cheryl Cole – Fight For This Love
Alexandra Burke – Bad Boys
Tinchy Stryder featuring N-Dubz – Number 1
BRITs Album of 30 Years
Oasis – (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?
The Verve – Urban Hymns
Sade – Diamond Life
Phil Collins – No Jacket Required
Coldplay – A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Keane – Hopes & Fears
Duffy – Rockferry
Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms
Dido – No Angel
Travis – The Man Who
Critics’ Choice
Ellie Goulding
Delphic
Marina and the Diamonds
International Album
Lady GaGa – The Fame
Animal Collective – Merriweather Post Pavilion
Black Eyed Peas – The End
Empire Of The Sun – Walking on a Dream
Jay-Z – The Blueprint 3
International Breakthrough Act
Lady GaGa
Animal Collective
Daniel Merriweather
Empire Of The Sun
Taylor Swift
International Female Solo Artist
Lady GaGa
Ladyhawke
Norah Jones
Rihanna
Shakira
International Male Solo Artist
Jay-Z
Bruce Springsteen
Eminem
Michael Buble
Seasick Steve
MasterCard British Album
Florence and the Machine – Lungs
Dizzee Rascal – Tongue n’Cheek
Kasabian – West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum
Lily Allen – It’s Not Me, It’s You
Paolo Nutini – Sunny Side Up
Outstanding Contribution Award
Robbie Williams
The BRITs Hits 30
Spice Girls – Wannabe, Who Do You Think You Are
Bee Gees – Stayin’ Alive, How Deep is Your Love
Take That – Beatles Medley
Scissor Sisters – Take Your Mama
Robbie Williams & Tom Jones – The Full Monty Medley
Pet Shop Boys – Go West
Paul McCartney – Live And Let Die
Michael Jackson – Earth Song
Kylie Minogue – Can’t Get You Out of my Head
Kanye West – Golddigger
Girls Aloud – The Promise
Eurythmics & Stevie Wonder – Angel
Coldplay – Clocks
Bros – I Owe You Nothing
Who – Who Are You Lyrics
Bonnaroo Line Up Announced
Posted in JAY-Z, Live, Music, Music Festivals, Music People on the February 12, 2010
The line up to the Bonnaroo music festival is slowly being leaked out and there are some pretty big names on the list that was just announced. Heading to Tennessee this June will be the likes of Jay-Z, Weezer, Norah Jones, Regina Spektor, the Flaming Lips and Steve Martin. Those are pretty big draws. I wonder who else will be joining the music and arts festival. It seems pretty interesting so far but I’m still debating on whether I want to watch it. I think they need to add a couple more artists to the line up that would appeal to more people.
Jay-Z’s magnificent wife
Posted in Grammy Awards, JAY-Z, Taylor Swift on the February 3, 2010
The rapper who is married to multi-Grammy winning artist Beyonce admitted that it has come to the point where he expects her to win awards simply due to the fact that she is so amazing. This is what Jay-Z said on the matter: “It’s almost got to a point where you just, you know, you’re almost numb to it because she’s so magnificent every single time.” Jay-Z does make a valid point. It has begun to be a bit redundant that Beyonce wins every single time… come on, leave a little for the little guys too! Could this be the future: Beyonce an Taylor Swift get all the awards and the rest get nothing? Now that just not darn fair, is it?
Clooney’s Haiti ‘megathon’ looks to reach 640m homes
Posted in Bono, JAY-Z, U2, Wyclef Jean on the January 21, 2010
George Clooney’s star-studded telethon for Haiti will reach into 640 million homes around the world, according to a US report.
Work is under way to make the event a megathon that will feature top-knotch acts Bono and Jay-Z, and a score of other celebs. Clooney plans to helm the telethon from Los Angeles, while Haitian-born Wyclef Jean will join him from New York and CNN’s Anderson Cooper will report from the scene in the earthquake-ravaged Caribbean nation.
The event aims to go above and beyond the $28 million raised so far by mobile phone users in the US and Canada and reported by the Mobile Giving Foundation. The two-hour telethon is titled Hope for Haiti Now and will start at 8pm EST on Friday. MTV networks will take it across the globe.
Acts such as Jay-Z, Muse and Thom Yorke to play Coachella Festival
Posted in JAY-Z, Music, Music Festivals on the January 20, 2010
Acts such as Jay-Z, Muse and Thom Yorke are all set to kick off the Coachella Festival later this year.
The event will take place during April 16-18 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has included a number of eclectic acts for its 2010 show.
Jay-Z, Muse, Thom Yorke, Gorillaz, LCD Soundsystem and Pavement will all perform at the show, as well as older stars such as Sly and the Family Stone, Devo, and Echo and the Bunnymen.
Empire State of Mind star Jay-Z will be taking to the stage on the first night on the Friday, along with LCD Soundsystem.
MGMT, Vampire Weekend, Hot Chip and Spoon will also be performing during the three-day event.
2010 BRIT Awards Nominees
Posted in Awards, BRIT, JAY-Z, Lady Gaga, Leona Lewis, Rihanna on the January 18, 2010
The show will take place on Tuesday 16 February at London’s Earls Court Arena
List of BRIT Awards Nominees for 2010
British Female Solo Artist
Bat for Lashes
Florence & the Machine
Leona Lewis
Lily Allen
Pixie Lott
British Male Solo Artist
Calvin Harris
Dizzee Rascal
Mika
Paolo Nutini
Robbie Williams
British Breakthrough Act
Florence & the Machine
Friendly Fires
JLS
La Roux
Pixie Lott
British Group
Doves
Friendly Fires
JLS
Kasabian
Muse
MasterCard British Album
Dizzee Rascal - Tongue n’Cheek
Florence & the Machine - Lungs
Kasabian - West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum
Lily Allen - It’s Not Me, It’s You
Paolo Nutini - Sunny Side Up
British Single
Alesha Dixon - Breathe Slow
Alexandra Burke featuring Flo Rida - Bad Boys
Cheryl Cole - Fight For This Love
Joe McElderry - The Climb
JLS - Beat Again
La Roux - In For The Kill
Lily Allen - The Fear
Pixie Lott - Mama Do
Taio Cruz - Break Your Heart
Tinchy Stryder featuring N-Dubz - Number 1
Critics’ Choice
Ellie Goulding
Delphic
Marina and the Diamonds
BRITs Album of 30 Years
Coldplay - A Rush of Blood to the Head
Dido - No Angel
Dire Straits - Brothers in Arms
Duffy - Rockferry
Keane - Hopes & Fears
Oasis - (What’s the Story) Morning Glory?
Phil Collins - No Jacket Required
Sade - Diamond Life
The Verve - Urban Hymns
Travis - The Man Who
International Female Solo Artist
Lady Gaga
Ladyhawke
Norah Jones
Rihanna
Shakira
International Male Solo Artist
Bruce Springsteen
Eminem
Jay-Z
Michael Buble
Seasick Steve
International Album
Animal Collective - Merriweather Post Pavilion
Black Eyed Peas - The End
Empire of the Sun - Walking on a Dream
Jay-Z - The Blueprint 3
Lady Gaga - The Fame
International Breakthrough Act
Animal Collective
Daniel Merriweather
Empire of the Sun
Lady Gaga
Taylor Swift
Outstanding Contribution Award
Robbie Williams
Ke$ha on Top
Posted in Alicia Keys, Billboard's Top Music, JAY-Z, Kesha, Top List on the December 28, 2009
Ke$ha’s hit song ‘TiK ToK’ has managed to bump Jay-Z and Alicia Keys’ ‘Empire State of Mind’ off of the top spot on Billboard’s Hot 100 this past week. The 22-year old singer, who will be releasing her album ‘Animal’ on January 5, went on her Twitter to express her excitement over the news, saying “I’m #1 on billboard. I don’t know what to do I’m gonna do a handstand holy s— thank you everyone who has ever talked [to me].” A big congratulations goes out to Ke$ha! With a song as infectious as ‘TiK ToK’, it would have only been a matter of time before she got big.
Beyonce and Jay-Z to change surnames
Posted in Beyonce, Beyonce Knowles, JAY-Z on the December 23, 2009
Beyonce and Jay-Z to change their respective surnames now they’re married
Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z - who married in April 2008 - are to take on both of their respective surnames in order to keep the Sweet Dreams singer’s parental line from dying out.
Jay-Z - whose real name is Shawn Carter - will now be known as Shawn Knowles-Carter, while Beyonce is to become Beyonce Knowles-Carter.
A source revealed: “They want to keep Knowles because Beyonce’s parents didn’t have any sons and they’re keen to keep the name going strong, especially if they don’t produce any children themselves.”
Earlier this week, the Knowles family suffered a blow when it was announced that Beyonce’s parents Tina and Mathew would be divorcing after 29 years of marriage.
In October, rumours surfaced that Mathew may have been unfaithful, with a paternity suit filed by Alexandra Wright claiming he was the father of her unborn child - an allegation he has denied.
However, in a statement the estranged couple - who also have another daughter, Solange - claimed that the divorce would not be “an ugly, messy fight” and they would continue working together amicably.
Jay-Z is ready for the next step
Posted in Beyonce, JAY-Z on the November 30, 2009
Since his businesses are booming and his musical career isn’t far from it, it seems Jay-Z finally feels ready to settle down and really start a family with Beyonce. A source close to Jay-Z had this to say about his ambitions: “He’s normally very secretive but Jay-Z is so excited about the prospect of becoming a dad, he just let slip that they’re trying for a baby.” Isn’t it ironic how when somebody actually wants a kid they have to give it more shots, but unplanned pregnancies are just booming all year round? So what part of a normal life was it that Beyonce was sacrificing for her career again?
Beyonce and Jay-Z ‘trying for baby’, it’s claimed
Posted in Beyonce, JAY-Z on the November 9, 2009
Beyonce and Jay-Z are hoping to have a baby, it has been claimed.
The rapper is said to have let plans slip while talking to the editor of a US magazine at a party.
The New York Daily News reports: “Beyonce’s working on a tot of her own.
“That’s according to… Jay-Z, [her] notoriously tight-lipped hubby, who spilled the baby beans himself.”
A report in the newspaper claims: “While chatting up Gotham mag editor in chief Cristina Greeven Cuomo, the rapper let it slip that procreating is high on the duo’s priority list right now.”
Beyonce, 28, and Jay-Z, 39, wed in a secret ceremony in New York in April 2008.
The Single Ladies singer said earlier this year that she was in no rush to become a mum, after watching sister Solange give birth.
She said: “I definitely want one, but I’m not ready for all of that.
“I don’t think a person should see that before her time. It was a little much. But I’m so in love with my nephew, and every time I see him I’m like, God, he’s just amazing.”
A rep for the couple was unavailable for comment.
2009 BET Hip-Hop Awards Nominees:
Posted in Award, BET Hip-Hop, Eminem, JAY-Z, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, T.I. on the September 23, 2009
2009 BET Hip-Hop Awards Nominees:
Kanye West has received nine BET Hip-Hop Award nominations
Full List of Nominees:
Best Hip-Hop Collaboration
“Pop Champagne,” Jim Jones & Ron Browz featuring Juelz Santana
“Mrs. Officer,” Lil Wayne featuring Bobby Valentino
“Magnificent,” Rick Ross featuring John Legend
“Live Your Life,” T.I. featuring Rihanna
“Put On,” Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West
Best Live Performer
Busta Rhymes
Jay-Z
Lil Wayne
T.I.
Kanye West
Lyricist of the Year
Drake
Eminem
Jay-Z
Lil Wayne
Kanye West
Video Director of the Year
Gil Green
Anthony Mandler
Mr. Boomtown
Chris Robinson
Hype Williams
Producer of the Year
Ron Browz
Cool & Dre
Tha Bizness
T-Pain
Kanye West
Track of the Year
“Day “N” Nite,” Kid Cudi
“D.O.A. (Death of Auto Tune),” Jay-Z
“Every Girl - Young Money,” Lil Wayne, Drake, Jae Mills, Gudda Gudda & Mack Maine
“Live Your Life,” T.I. featuring Rihanna
“Turn My Swag On,” Soulja Boy Tell’em
CD of the Year
“Relapse,” Eminem
“The Renaissance,” Q-Tip
“Paper Trail,” T.I.
“808s & Heartbreak,” Kanye West
“The Recession,” Young Jeezy
Rookie of the Year
B.O.B.
Dorrough
Drake
Kid Cudi
Wale
Best Hip-Hop Video
“Ice Cream Paint Job,” Dorrough - Ice Cream Paint Job
“We Made You,” Eminem - We Made You
“D.O.A. (Death of Auto Tune),” Jay-Z
“Day “N” Nite,” Kid Cudi
“Live Your Life,” T.I. featuring Rihanna
MVP of the Year
Drake
Jay-Z
Lil Wayne
T.I.
Kanye West
DJ of the Year
DJ AM
DJ Drama
DJ Khaled
DJ Tony Neal
DJ Greg Street
Hustler of the Year
Diddy
Drake
Jay-Z
Lil Wayne
Kanye West
Made-You-Look Award (Best Hip-Hop Style)
Jay-Z
Kid Cudi
Lil Wayne
Soulja Boy Tell’em
Kanye West
Best Hip-Hop Blog Site
All Hip Hop
Nah Right
SOHH
This Is 50
World Star Hip Hop
People’s Champ (Viewers Choice)
“Ice Cream Paint Job,” Dorrough
“Throw It In The Bag,” Fabolous featuring The-Dream
“Day ‘N’ Nite,” Kid Cudi
“Turn My Swag On,” Soulja Boy Tell’em
“Amazing,” Kanye West featuring Young Jeezy
Kanye West, Lil Wayne , T.I., Jay-Z, Eminem, BET Hip-Hop, Award, nominations
Jay-Z is Better than Elvis Presley
Posted in Beatles, Billboard's Top Music, Elvis Presley, JAY-Z on the September 21, 2009
Jay-Z’s new album, ‘The Blueprint 3’, hit the number one spot on the Billboard 200 charts this past week by selling over 476,000 copies. That’s not unusual for the rapper though considering that his new album makes it his 11th album to hit the top of the mountain. Mind you, that also makes him the most successful solo artist since Elvis Presley! It’s a good thing that he didn’t follow through with his retirement. I don’t think many people can accomplish that kind of feat and be able to say that they are as good, or probably better, than Elvis. And if Jay-Z wants to be the best of all time, he just needs 8 more number ones to tie with The Beatles.
Jay-Z Apologizes
Posted in Beyonce Knowles, JAY-Z, Rapper on the September 7, 2009
I’m sure people still remember the hullaballoo back in April 2008 when Beyonce and Jay-Z had their secret wedding. Apparently, it was such a secret that many people weren’t even invited. The rapper explains that only a select few were honored enough to have gotten invitations to the nuptials, including the likes of Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams and Gwyneth Paltrow. But the snub actually got some people’s feelings hurt. Jay-Z said “The sad part is that we offended some. But people who love you understand. Because at the end of the day, it’s your day.” Is this really that important to discuss a year after the fact?
Charges on Jay-Z’s Bodyguard Tossed
Posted in JAY-Z, Rapper on the August 27, 2009
Just like the tripod that ended up getting tossed into the sea, the charges against Jay-Z’s bodyguard have officially been thrown out. Law enforcement sources from Croatia say that there will be no jail time for the rapper’s hired muscle, who previously had assault and destroying personal property charges filed against him after a tussle with a local reporter last week. The bodyguard will have to pay a fine though but we’re told that the police will not pursue any other legal action. Isn’t that a bit unfair considering it was the photographer who through the tripod at the bodyguard in the first place?
Jay-Z Takes Over for Beastie Boys
Posted in Concert, JAY-Z on the July 29, 2009
With the announcement of the Beastie Boys taking a bit of a break to allow for member Adam Yauch to receive treatment for a cancerous tumor in his salivary gland, it leaves their upcoming engagements with no headliner. Fear not though as rapper Jay-Z was recently announced to be replacing the band at All Points West Music & Arts Festival in New Jersey. The event will actually mark Jay-Z’s music festival debut. He better do amazing. He’s taking the place of the Beastie Boys after all. Those are some big shoes to fill, no doubt. I wonder if Jay-Z will have any guests join him on stage.
Jay-Z Announces Release Date
Posted in Album Release, JAY-Z, Record Label, album on the June 9, 2009
Jay-Z has finally announced a release date for his much-anticipated album ‘Blueprint 3’. It took him long enough. The record will be released through Warner Music Group instead of Def Jam and it is set to hit stores on September 11th. The release date, as well as being 8 years after the 9/11 attacks, is also the 8th anniversary of the rapper’s first ‘Blueprint’ album. I guess it all comes full circle for him. Or maybe he planned it that way. If so, shame on him for making his fans wait. But then again, maybe he just waited until he could get out of Def Jam.