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Buzz Bites (1/31/13): Beyonce Shares Super Bowl Halftime Rehearsal Photos

Posted 1/31/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Beyonce releases photos fom her Super Bowl Halftime Show rehearsal

Beyoncé warms up at her Super Bowl halftime rehearsals.

+ We're so excited for the Super Bowl on Sunday! OK, maybe it's Beyoncé's Super Bowl Halftime Show and the excuse to eat tons of junk food that has us extra pumped (we're not opposed to guys working it in tight pants either). Check out Bey's Instagram photos from her Halftime Show rehearsals. (MTV News)

+ Britney Spears is working on new music. "I'm at the studio recording a new song for my boys. They are going to freak out when they hear it. So excited!" she tweeted. We're not sure if "the boys" are her kids, Sean Preston and Jayden James, or just the general male population. Either way, we look forward to hearing it. (Idolator)

+ The Strokes have announced the album title and release date for their fifth studio album. Comedown Machine streets on March 26. Listen to their new song, "One Way Trigger." (MTV News)

+ While One Direction's Zayn Malik is taken (he's dating Little Mix's Perrie Edwards), he admitted in an interview that he'd kiss Selena Gomez, natch. Sel was asked the same question and she also said yes, natch. Selayn, Zaynela, anyone? (Just Jared Jr.)

+ In other Selena Gomez news, she's been busy recording her next album. Take a look at some photos she's tweeted from her studio sessions. (MTV News)

+ Listen to Jewel's update to her '90s hit "Foolish Games"; it's been turned into a duet with Kelly Clarkson. The song appears on Jewel's forthcoming Greatest Hits, which drops Feb. 5. (Idolator)

+ Watch Miley Cyrus turn the tables on a paparazzo! She was out walking her dogs, while videotaping him. The clip shows the paparazzo (who she says jumped out of a handicap vehicle and calls "a criminal") running while still snapping shots of Miley. (Idolator)

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Buzz Bites (1/30/13): Justin Timberlake Will Perform At The Grammys; 'The 20/20 Experience' Album Drops March 19

Posted 1/30/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Justin Timberlake's "The 20/20 Experience" will be released March 19.

Justin Timberlake's "The 20/20 Experience" will be released March 19.

+ Justin Timberlake will perform a the Grammys (WE KNEW IT), and his The 20/20 Experience album will officially drop March 19. (MTV News)

+ Rihanna is Rolling Stone's cover gal! The issue streets this Friday. Get a sneak peek at the cover. (Rolling Stone)

+ Watch Justin Bieber's perform an acoustic version of "Boyfriend" on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." His Believe Acoustic, which dropped yesterday, has hit No. 1 on iTunes. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose have a name picked for their baby boy. They aren't revealing it yet, but they did drop vague hints during a radio interview yesterday. Amber said it's a "normal" but "not common" name, and Wiz shared he has a rapper nickname and an alter ego to go with it. Your guess is as good as ours. (MTV News)

+ Watch U.K. sensation Emeli Sandé perform new single "Next To Me" and "My Kind Of Love" from Our Version Of Events on Tuesday's "The Today Show." (Idolator)

+ Details surrounding Frank Ocean and Chris Brown's altercation over the weekend are still surfacing, the latest being that Brown will reportedly speak with police about the incident (Ocean has already done so). Unnamed sources also told TMZ there's videotape of the incident showing part of the fight. (RapFix)

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Buzz Bites (1/29/13): Rick Ross Confirmed As A Target Of A Drive-By Shooting

Posted 1/29/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Rick Ross was the target of a drive-by shooting early yesterday morning.

Rick Ross was confirmed as a drive-by shooting target yesterday, per a police statement.

+ Rick Ross was confirmed as a target of a drive-by shooting yesterday. According to a Fort Lauderdale police statement, multiple shots were fired in Ross' direction early Monday morning after he left his birthday celebration with his girlfriend. Ross reportedly lost control of the vehicle and crashed into an apartment building. No one was injured, and the suspects fled. (MTV News)

+ The conflict between Frank Ocean and Chris Brown that led to a parking lot fight over the weekend may lead to charges. Los Angeles County Sheriff's spokesman Steve Whitmore stated that Ocean "is desirous of prosecution in this incident." Brown is still on probation for assaulting Rihanna in 2009. (MTV News)

+ Paramore have announced the first dates of their North American tour in support of their forthcoming eponymous album, due April 9. The group kicks things off in Houston on April 25 and ends this leg of the tour on May 16 in New York. (MTV News)

+ Justin Bieber opens up in this week's Billboard cover story about the Grammy snub, his music, and also about his breakup with Selena Gomez. "I'm not in the happiest place that I've ever been," he said. "I'm trying to get through what I'm going through." (MTV News)

+ Watch a promo of Selena Gomez's upcoming "Wizards Of Waverly Place" special, called "The Wizards Return: Alex Vs. Alex." It premieres March 15 on the Disney Channel. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Listen to a smooth new version of Cat Power's "Manhattan"; the track has been remixed by producer Ryan Hemsworth and features vocals by Angel Haze. The original tune appeared on Cat Power's Sun, which was released last year. (Pitchfork)

+ And now, take a gander at cats that look like One Direction, because THERE ARE CATS THAT LOOK LIKE ONE DIRECTION! (E!)

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Buzz Bites (1/28/13): Watch Adam Levine, Kendrick Lamar + The Lonely Island's 'YOLO' From 'SNL'

Posted 1/28/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Watch Adam Levine, Kendrick Lamar, and The Lonely Island in their new Digital Short from "SNL."

Adam Levine hosted "Saturday Night Live," where he, Kendrick Lamar, and The Lonely Island performed "YOLO."

+ Watch "Saturday Night Live" host Adam Levine, musical guest Kendrick Lamar (who also performed "Swimming Pools (Drank)" and "Poetic Justice"), and The Lonely Island's digital short "YOLO," which ironically preaches to be cautious. (RapFix)

+ Also check out Adam Levine's monologue from "SNL" where he ends up shirtless because #wowkillerabs, and it also features him being judged (a play on his coach duties on "The Voice") by Andy Samberg, Cameron Diaz, and Jerry Seinfeld. (Just Jared)

+ Chris Brown and Frank Ocean were reportedly involved in a brawl outside of a recording studio in Los Angeles late Sunday night. While there are conflicting reports of who exactly started the scuffle, no charges have been officially filed. (MTV News)

+ More than 230 people died during a fire at the Kiss Club, a nightclub in the university town of Santa Maria, Brazil, on Sunday. A local band was performing when their pyrotechnics reportedly ignited the ceiling at the club. AP reports many of the victims were under the age of 20. (Rolling Stone)

+ Justin Bieber is filming a concert movie (!), starting with two recent shows in Miami. "Yeah word is out. We are shooting a movie here in Miami. Need u all live tomorrow again!" Justin tweeted after the first of the two filmed shows. (Just Jared)

+ Big ups to One Direction, who took home the 2013 NRJ Music Award for Best International Group on Saturday in Cannes, France. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ Speaking of the NRJ Music Awards, Taylor Swift performed "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" at the event. Not-so-subliminal message for Harry Styles of One Direction? Watch her performance. (Idolator)

+ Morrissey has canceled several shows after reportedly being diagnosed with a bleeding ulcer, though he's expected to make a full recovery. He plans to resume his tour on Feb. 9 in Las Vegas. (Billboard)

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Buzz Bites (1/25/13): Coachella Lineup Announced; Blur, Phoenix, Red Hot Chili Peppers Headline

Posted 1/25/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

The 2013 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival released its lineup last night.

+ The 2013 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival, taking place April 12-14 and April 19-21 in Indio, Calif., announced its lineup. Headliners are Blur, The Stone Roses, Phoenix, and Red Hot Chili Peppers. Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Postal Service, and Vampire Weekend. Many more will also perform. (MTV News)

+ Some rumored details on Beyoncé's set list for the Super Bowl Halftime Show have supposedly leaked. According to Us Weekly, she'll kick things off with "Crazy In Love," and then the rest of Destiny's Child will join her (#pleaseletthisbetrue!) for "Bills Bills Bills," "Survivor," and "Nuclear." The Super Bowl takes place on Feb. 3. (RapFix)

+ Taylor Swift is good people. Kayla Kincannon, a 17-year-old battling brain cancer, wanted to meet her idol so her friends started a Twitter campaign to bring them together. Her dream became a reality. "Can not believe I just had lunch with @taylorswift13 today, I was enchanted to meet you!" Kayla tweeted. (E!)

+ The Nas and Frank Ocean track "No Such Thing As White Jesus," which was thought to be lost, has surfaced. "It got mixed up with some drives that Kanye's engineers had, and they finally they sent it back and I got the files now," producer Hit-Boy revealed, adding, " That song is gonna be heard by the world one day." (MTV News)

+ Ed Sheeran has been added to the 55th Annual Grammy Awards performance lineup. He's slated to take the stage with Elton John. "Buzzing to announce i am going to be performing live on@TheGRAMMYs on Feb the 10th on @CBSTweet. Cannot wait!!," Ed tweeted. (MTV News)

+ The Flaming Lips have announced the title and release date for their 13th studio album. The Terror streets on April 2. A song from the set, "Sun Blows Up Today," will be featured in a TV commercial on Super Bowl Sunday. (Billboard)

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Buzz Bites (1/24/13): 'American Idol' Airs Events That Led To Mariah Carey/Nicki Minaj Feud

Posted 1/24/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

American Idol airs the moments that led to the Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey feud.

"American Idol" aired the events leading to Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj's feud.

+ Last night, "American Idol" aired a few events leading up to Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj's leaked video feud. Apparently, their disagreement stemmed from an argument about country music because, well... we really have no idea. (MTV News)

+ Justin Timberlake is heading to New Orleans for Super Bowl weekend. He'll take the stage a day before the big game for the DIRECTV Super Saturday Night event on Feb. 2, which benefits Shriners Hospitals for Children. Questlove will DJ the charity. (MTV News)

+ Speaking of Questlove, The Roots have announced the name of their upcoming album: & Then You Shoot Your Cousin. The group is also collaborating with Elvis Costello and announced this year's lineup for The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia, taking place in June. (MTV News)

+ Lady Gaga has confirmed she's working on an album with Tony Bennett. She spread the news via Twitter after her appearance with Bennett at Tuesday's Obama For America Ball. "I simply can't wait for our album together. He's my darling," she wrote. (Just Jared)

+ Check out Prince's lyric video for his new song, "Screwdriver." He also told Billboard that a full-length album is not in the cards right now saying, "I do songs," since he doesn't have a major label deal. He will receive the Icon Award on May 19 at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. (Billboard)

+ The Mars Volta have broken up. Bandmate Cedric Bixler-Zavala revealed the news in a series of tweets yesterday. "I can't sit here and pretend any more. I no longer am a member of Mars Volta." He later added, "Sadly it's over." (Billboard)

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Buzz Bites (1/23/13): Lady Gaga And Tony Bennett Performed At Last Night's Obama For America Ball

Posted 1/23/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Lady Gaga performed at the Obama For America Ball

Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett took the stage at last night's OFA Ball.

+ What's the best way ever for President Obama to close out his inaugural celebrations? With performances by Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, natch. The pair performed at a private Obama for America Ball that was thrown for campaign staffers last night. And yes, we're jealous. (The Atlantic Wire)

+ Congrats to Shakira and fiancé Girard Piqué, who welcomed baby boy Milan into the world yesterday. "The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn) means 'dear, loving, and gracious' in Slavik; in Ancient Roman, 'eager and laborious'; and in Sanskrit, 'unification,'" she explained in a statement on her website. (MTV News)

+ PRAISE! Beyoncé launched "BEYHIVEBLOG," which features "What I'm reading, doing, loving, wearing, hearing" as she states on her blog. It's all things Bey, 24/7, and will serve as our excuse for why we'll be late for pretty much everything for, like, ever. (Beyonce.com)

+ Speaking of the Queen B, Beyoncé received some flak for reportedly lip-synching the national anthem on Inauguration Day. That puts her in good company: Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, and Madonna have all lip-synched to prerecorded tracks at big events. #NBD. (MTV News)

+ Confirming rumors, Adele has announced that she will perform James Bond theme song "Skyfall" at the 2013 Oscars when the show airs on Feb. 23. This will be the first time Adele sings "Skyfall" live, and it will be her first U.S. TV appearance since last year's Grammys. (MTV News)

+ It's as though someone heard all of our collective boy band wishes and dreams: New Kids on the Block, Boyz II Men and 98 Degrees will tour together. Dubbed "The Package Tour," it kicks off in Uncasville, Conn., on May 31, and concludes July 13 in Minneapolis. (MTV News)

+ Green Day's ¡Quatro! documentary (detailing the making of their ¡Uno!, ¡Dos!, ¡Tré! album trilogy) will premiere at this year's Winter X Games, which begin Jan. 26 in Aspen, Colo. (Rolling Stone)

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Buzz Bites (1/22/13): Watch Fun., Jennifer Hudson Perform At President Obama's Inaugural Ball

Posted 1/22/13 9:01 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Jennifer Hudson performs at the 2013 Inaugural Ball.

Jennifer Hudson performed at last night's Inaugural Ball.

+ Watch a clip of fun. performing "We Are Young" at President Obama's Inaugural Ball last night, which ended in a rousing crowd sing-along finale. Also hear Jennifer Hudson sing Al Green's "Let's Stay Together" for Barack and Michelle Obama's first dance. Alicia Keys performed as well. (MTV News)

+ Earlier on Inauguration Day, Beyoncé flawlessly performed the national anthem and Kelly Clarkson powerfully belted "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" at Obama's ceremonial swearing-in. (MTV News)

+ Listen to Paramore's ass-kicking new single, "Now," which they're streaming on their website. It will appear on the band's forthcoming eponymous album, due April 9. (Paramore.net)

+ Wondering how Selena Gomez is coping with her breakup from Justin Bieber? If this video of her singing Justin Timberlake's "Cry Me A River" is any indication, we'd guess she's doing just fine. (Billboard)

+ Hey Directioners, want to know what One Direction likes in a lady? According to their video interview with ElleGirl Japan, the boys fancy girls who are casually dressed and who like to wear dresses with sneakers. They also chat about friendship, their fashion sense, and more. (Idolator)

+ Check out The Wanted's new "I Found You (Fan Version)" video. In it, they pay tribute to The Beatles' famous first performance on "The Ed Sullivan Show." (Idolator)

+ The Postal Service is reuniting for the 10th anniversary of their debut (and only) album, Give Up. The electro-pop band, composed of Death Cab For Cutie's Ben Gibbard and Dntel's Jimmy Tamborello, are releasing a deluxe version of Give Up, and they're also reportedly playing Coachella. (Billboard)

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Buzz Bites (1/18/13): Rihanna To Debut River Island Collection At London Fashion Week

Posted 1/18/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

Rihanna will make her River Island collection debut at London Fashion Week.

+ We knew Rihanna was a fashionista (and sometimes a less-is-more minimalist), and now she's using her fashion chops to launch her own clothing line. Her River Island collection will debut at London Fashion Week on Feb. 16. (MTV Style)

+ Beyoncé has been tapped to perform at the 2013 BRIT Awards. She'll be joining One Direction, Muse, Emeli Sandé, Mumford & Sons, and Robbie Williams on Feb. 20. (RapFix)

+ Skrillex accidentally lit his famous hair on fire while blowing out birthday cake candles on Wednesday. Luckily, the spark was put out before any major damage was done. (Rolling Stone)

+ Phoenix have revealed the name of their upcoming fifth album. Bankrupt! is due in the spring. They've also confirmed their first U.S. concert date for 2013: They'll appear at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, which takes place April 26 to May 5. (Billboard)

+ Chief Keef was sentenced to 60 days in juvenile detention yesterday. The sentencing stemmed from a violation of his probation when he was seen in a videotaped interview handling a gun. "I am sorry for anything that I have done wrong. ... Give me a chance," he reportedly told the judge. (RapFix)

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Buzz Bites (1/17/13): Mariah Carey And Nicki Minaj Make Tension-Tipped 'American Idol' Debut

Posted 1/17/13 9:00 am EST by in Buzz Bites, Celebrity, Music, News

American Idol Season 12 premieres with a tense night between Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj.

Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj made their "American Idol" debut last night.

+ "American Idol" Season 12 is off to a contentious start. By the 10-minute mark, judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj were already trading barbs. Later, eye-rolls, more quips, and the B-word was dropped. Oh, and there were 41 contestants who earned golden tickets to Hollywood. (MTV News)

+ Carrie Underwood has been added to the forthcoming Grammys performer bill, which includes previously announced artists fun., Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Mumford & Sons, and The Black Keys. The 55th Annual Grammy Awards air Feb. 10 on CBS. (MTV News)

+ Take a look at Rihanna's cover art for her next two singles, "Stay" and "Pour It Up." On "Stay," she's snuggling up on a guy's shoulder, and that guy looks like it might be Chris Brown... (Idolator)

+ Shakira and her soccer star fiancé, Girard Piqué, have gone topless in a photo... but it's for a good cause. Shakira bore her baby bump with Piqué for a UNICEF "virtual baby shower." Fans can purchase "inspired gift" donations to help underprivileged children. (E!)

+ Ed Sheeran is getting ready to tour with Taylor Swift, and he says he'll also be using that time to pen his sophomore album. "I've got around 26 songs for the next record, and I've got another nine months on the road to keep writing as well." #ambitiousmuch? (Billboard)

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