Glee Star Preps Album

While the hit Fox show ‘Glee’ goes on hiatus for the summer, Matthew Morrison aka Will Schuster is attempting to cash in on the success of the series by recording his first solo album. The singer/actor said “I’m writing all the music for it. It’s me and a big orchestra behind me.” Matthew goes on to describe the album as dance heavy and is a cross between Michael Buble and Justin Timberlake. I’m not sure if those two music styles actually go together and just because you sing well doesn’t mean your writing will be just as good. But I guess we’ll see.

Piers Morgan claims Justin Timberlake isn’t as tall as he says he is

Piers Morgan is claiming Justin Timberlake isn’t as tall as he says and wears ‘built-up heels’.

The 44-year-old former newspaper editor revealed how he saw the singer at a bar last month and he doesn’t measure up to the 6ft 1in height he claims to be.

Morgan said in his Live magazine column: “Had dinner with the former Office star Lucy ‘Dawn’ Davis and her husband, Welsh actor Owain Yeoman, at Soho House tonight, and standing two feet from our table at the bar all night was Justin Timberlake and his new lady, Jessica Biel.

“He’s always claimed to be my height, 6ft 1in. So imagine my surprise when I stood next to him briefly for a few minutes and his head appeared to reconcile itself with my chin. And that’s with a hat on, and what looked suspiciously like built-up heels.”

Source: Splash News

Justin Timberlake on Glee

It seems that everyone on the planet is going to be a guest star on ‘Glee’ so why not have Justin Timberlake? The singer/actor is the latest to be included on the list of celebrity appearances on the hit FOX series. Creator Ryan Murphy said “[Justin] is the one the kids jump up and down about every day and beg me to meet with him. I’m a huge fan of his music. I think he’s so talented. And he’s a true triple threat: He can sing, dance, and act. So yeah, we’d love to have him on. We start shooting the second season in July and I think I will work some magic around that time for him if I can.” The cast wants Justin around too as Matthew Morrison aka Mr. Schuester and Amber Riles aka Mercedes have nothing but great things to say about him.

Ryan Tedder Talks Leona Lewis

OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder has been responsible for a lot of hits these days but for some unknown reason, the single he co-wrote for Leona Lewis called ‘Happy’ never broke in America. The singer says that he knows why it didn’t perform as well in the US saying “In the US, unless you’re Justin Timberlake or Beyoncé, you cannot put out a song and not be in the country when it comes out. Leona was gone for six weeks when ‘Happy’ came out because she was promoting the record in other countries – it wasn’t her fault; she just couldn’t be two places in once. I had radio stations telling me that they thought ‘Happy’ was the single biggest ballad they’d come across in ten years, but that if Leona didn’t come over here and promote it, it was going to fall. On top of that, America’s consumed with Lady GaGa and dance music right now, so it’s not the best time for ballads anyway. When everything on the radio is blasting out at 120 bpm, a song like ‘Happy’ almost sounds out-of-place.” He has a point.

Justin Timberlake’s new passion

The man sure doesn’t waste any time, does he? Since Rihanna’s off showing her new, highly-recommended boyfriend, Just Timberlake sees to his own resolve and has probably already targeted his next time eater. At the “Hope for Haiti” telethon the singer was seen pleasantly conversing with one of his more famous exes, Cameron Diaz. The two apparently enjoyed each other’s company very much and even had some very subtle physical contact. Could this be the start of a new fling for Justin Timberlake? Or is he too busy with his career to even consider such a monumental waste of time?

Justin Timberlake helping out the colleagues

Since he and Rihanna are no longer having fun in the sun together, at least for now, Justin Timberlake decided to do something a bit more productive and public friendly with his time: he signed Matt Morris, a fellow former boy-band member, to his record label. This is how Justin Timberlake described his label’s latest acquisition: “Ray LaMontagne meets Elton John meets Stevie Wonder meets Rufus Wainwright. It’s time for the birth of the hybrid artist.” Well, if you mix pizza with ice-cream, hamburgers and chocolate cake, you don’t really get the super-tasty dish… just a bunch of things that might not actually belong together in the first place. Justin Timberlake’s hybrid artist idea might not be as hot as he thinks it is.

Justin Timberlake Wins Restraining Order

Justin Timberlake was granted a restraining order against his stalker Karen McNeil. According to legal documents, the woman rolled over to the signer’s house in a cab last Thursday, bypassed security measures, “trespassed onto [Timberlake's] property, attempted to gain access into his home, and delusionally claimed to know and be friends with [Timberlake].” Justin’s security team eventually apprehended McNeil, who is described as a “heavyset white female, approximately 50 years of age.” LAPD cops took McNeil to a local hospital for a 5150 psychiatric evaluation. However, sources say that the individuals who evaluated her felt that she didn’t meet the criteria for a 5150 hold so she was released.

Leona Lewis Album Coming Soon

The album art for Leona Lewis’s upcoming second studio album called ‘Echo’ has recently been released and the singer is looking hot on it! The 24-year old British singing sensation has a lot of great songs on the album, which will be released on November 17. Leona has worked with the likes of Ryan Tedder, Justin Timberlake, Max Martin, Xenomania and James Fauntheroy. It sounds like she managed to get a great ensemble of artists to make sure that her album will be a success. But if the first single, ‘Happy’, off of the album is anything to go by, Leona has another hit record under her belt.

Rihanna and Justin Timberlake Couple Up

After a 3-year relationship with Jessica Biel, Justin Timberlake is wasting no time in moving on to sexy singer Rihanna. Supposedly, the two were spotted dancing pretty hot and heavily at the VMAs after party in New York and then took their own party back to the Barbadian babe’s hotel room. Word has it that Justin’s actress ex found out about the rendezvous within days. A source tells Star magazine “Rihanna and JustinTimberlake have been talking and texting on the phone nonstop since the VMAs. She asked him on the phone, ‘Are you still with Jessica?’ And he hinted that things were cooling off between them.”

Singer Justin Timberlake is not secretly dating Rihanna

Singer Justin Timberlake is not secretly dating Rihanna.

The rumours that the Cry Me A River singer, 28, is breaking up with his current girlfriend actress Jessica Biel, 27, and secretly seeing Rihanna, 21, are not true.

According to Gossip Cop, a spokesperson for the Umbrella singer completely denied it and even said: “C’mon.”

Justin and Biel started to be linked in 2007 after Timberlake broke up with famous actress Cameron Diaz.

Rihanna has recently split with her ex singer Chris Brown after the allegations that Brown assaulted her.

Blogs I like to Read:

Justin Timberlake speaks Chinese – and plays table tennis

Justin Timberlake is ‘pinging’ sexy back – as he plays table tennis in a new TV advertisement.

The SexyBack star, 28, dons a headband and shorts as he furiously trades shots at the ping-pong table with American football star Peyton Manning.

As they compete, the duo trade insults – in Chinese.

Sportscaster Erin Andrews, who recently hit headlines when it emerged she had been surreptitiously filmed getting undressed in hotel rooms across the United States, gives a commentary as the pair play in the commercial for Sony television sets.

English subtitles appear at the bottom of the screen as they “speak” the language.

“The campaign tells a simple truth,” said William Gelner, executive creative director of 180 Los Angeles, Sony’s ad agency.

“Behind all Sony electronics is a rich history of sports and entertainment. So we had two of the biggest icons from those two worlds, Peyton Manning and Justin Timberlake, tell that story.”

The ads are being shown on US TV now.

Source: Splash News

Musicians Grieve for Michael Jackson

Some of the greatest musicians have released statements via their reps regarding the death of pop music icon Michael Jackson. Everyone from Madonna to Donny Osmond to Justin Timberlake to Beyonce have something to say about the death of the singer. Madonna seems to have been greatly affected saying “I can’t stop crying over the sad news. I have always admired Michael Jackson. The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever! My heart goes out to his three children and other members of his family. God bless.” Justin moved me with his words by saying “I can’t find the words right now to express how deeply sadden [sic] I am by Michael’s passing. We have lost a genius and a true ambassador of not only Pop music, but of all music. He has been an inspiration to multiple generations and I will always cherish the moments I shared with him on stage and all of the things I learned about music from him and the time we spent together. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.”

Leona Lewis Talks New Album

Leona Lewis is currently working on the follow up to her Grammy-winning album ‘Spirit’ and is now making preparations for what could be a two-year world tour. The 24-year old British singing sensation shared “I’ll be touring in 2010 and through to the year after. I just can’t wait.” Her as yet untitled album will feature collaborations with Ne-Yo, Justin Timberlake and Timbaland. Leona told Britain’s Daily Star that “The music has a different feel this time. It’s more of a live, heavier sound with a lot of real instruments. It’s something I’ll be able to perform live.” I can’t wait to hear it.

Justin Timberlake to sing a duet with Leona Lewis

Pop stars Leona Lewis is all set to be the singing partner of Justin Timberlake as the two hope to come together to collaborate for a cover of Whitney Houston’s worldwide hit single ‘I Will Always Love You’ released in 1992 and penned originally by Dolly Parton.

A source close to the two singer and one who know all about the behind the scene arrangements to get the two to sing a duet says “Leona and Justin are huge fans of each other’s music and are raring to go.”

Justin himself has admitted in the past that he would really not go an opportunity to work with the British star ever since he met Leona at his concert ‘Justin and Friends’ last year.

He said: “I’m going to go pimp myself to Leona Lewis, because I think she’s an amazing singer.”

It seems there is a great bit of mutual respect the two singers have for one another but in an industry where no one budges one bit even for the best of friends such good words should have a deeper story.

Timbaland’s New Album is A-List

Timbaland is coming out with a new album and it is once again filled with names you can only see on the A-list. ‘Shock Value: Volume 2’ is the follow up to his 2007 release and it is due to come out in stores on February 14th. Once again, the record features his most frequent collaborator Justin Timberlake. JT sings on the album’s lead single ‘Meltdown’ alongside Gwen Stefani. The song will be released to radio on January 5th. Other artist featured include Usher, Keri Hilson, Jonas Brothers, Madonna, Rihanna, T-Pain, Akon, Jay-Z, Linkin Park, Dr. Dre, Missy Elliot, Jordin Sparks, TI, Flo-Rida and Coolio.

Follow JT’s Lead

Justin Timberlake has debuted an exclusive track on MySpace Music called ‘Follow My Lead’. The song also features YouTube discovery Esmee Denters, the first artist signed to JT’s record label, Tennman Records. MySpace Music also features a pre-recorded footage and interviews from his concert ‘Justin Timberlake and Friends, a Special Evening Benefiting the Shriners Hospital for Children’ with performances by 50 Cent, Adam Levine, Boyz II Men, Leona Lewis, Lionel Richie, Rihanna, The Jonas Brothers and will.i.am. Proceeds from the song will benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children. I guess the song fits well with JT’s aims. Let’s all follow his lead and give back.

Justin Timberlake in Nut Huggers

Justin Timberlake squeezed into a leotard and poked fun at the rumors that Beyonce hired a drag queen for her ‘Single Ladies’ music video. Paul Rudd, who hosted Saturday Night Live’ recently, acted as Beyonce’s music video director with Andy Samberg, Bobby Moynihan and JT acted as Beyonce’s backup dancers. It is so hilarious! Justin also hosted SNL in two minutes flat during the segment the Weekend Update. Considering how many times he’s shown up in SNL, whether hosting or just a guest, I’m anticipating the time when he’s considered a regular cast member and seen on the opening credits.

Madonna Rocks with Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake

Madonna has performed a miracle by bringing together Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake – not in a romantic manner though. The Queen of Pop got two of pop’s biggest names to perform with her at Dodger Stadium for her Sticky & Sweet tour last Thursday night. Brit performed with Madonna on ‘Human Nature’ while Justin sang on ‘4 Minutes (To Save the World)’. Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Lopez, Fergie, Heidi Klum, Isla Fisher, Dennis Quaid, Ryan Seacrest, Kate Walsh, Kate Moss, Hayden Panettiere, Lucy Liu and Amanda Bynes were just some of the celebrities who were spotted in the audience to witness the momentous event.

Justin Timberlake and Friends Benefit

Justin Timberlake performed at his own ‘Justin Timberlake and Friends Concert’ at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas recently. His girlfriend Jessica Biel watched from the sidelines and was also spotted at the after party at Prive. The event benefited Shriners Hospitals for Children which is dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing specialty pediatric care to children with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate. Regardless of their financial need, the kids receive all care from the hospitals in a family-centered environment at no charge. You can help Justin’s cause by getting informed over at ShrinersHQ.com.

Justin Timberlake on the Campaign Trail

Justin Timberlake and girlfriend Jessica Biel got the crowd going at the ‘Last Chance for Change’ rally in Las Vegas recently. Justin told the crowd “This is not my usual stage — and I’m a little nervous. This is the first time in my life that I am endorsing a political candidate. I’m not here as a musician or an actor or that guy that writes songs. I’m not here as a Democrat or a Republican. I’m here as an American. I’m not here to tell you what to think but I urge you to think. I’m supporting Barack Obama because I’m inspired by him, by his voice, his intellect, his leadership and his judgment.”
Blogs I like to Read: