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'Liquid Television' IS BACK! So Watch Wallpaper.'s Animated 'F****** Best Song Everrr' Video

Posted 10/13/11 2:12 pm EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See, Videos


Hey, remember "Liquid Television," the groundbreaking animated series that ran on MTV from 1991-1994. and brought you cult classics like "Aeon Flux"? It was also where "Beavis And Butt-head" were actually BORN! Liquid Television was the effing BEST. Believe that.

Well, "Liquid Television" is officially coming back better and online-ier than ever at LiquidTelevision.com, with a combination of original animated short films and brand-new series. To celebrate, we asked "Superjail!" co-creator Christy Karacas to create a brand-new animated video for Wallpaper's party jam, "F****** Best Song Everrrr."

The modestly titled animated video details the Wallpaper and friends' attempt to roll to a house party where they've been booked to perform. But since it's animation and you can pretty much get away with anything, you get bosses ingesting chili sauce, hippie robbery thwartings and an otherworldly trip that involves dancing lizards. I'm really trying to be subtle here.

The group eventually make the gig, but it's about the journey, not the destination, right? And good luck getting REAL lizards to dance on cue. It's impossible. Trust us.

+ Watch Wallpaper's "F****** Best Song Everrrr" video created by Christy Karacas, see it on MTV tonight after the "Jersey Shore," view the new "Liquid Televison" trailer and check out LiquidTelevision.com!

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Video Premiere: Jessie J, 'Domino'

Posted 10/13/11 5:58 am EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See, Videos


"Domino," Jessie J's unabashedly ecstatic sugar rush of a song, showcases her powerhouse pop-R&B vocals and duck-and-cover belting abilities. And now her brand-new "Domino" video showcases the wild ride she's had this past year, stepping away from songwriting for other big names (Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera and Miley Cyrus, for whom she wrote "Party In The U.S.A"), instead conquering her native England before skyrocketing to international star status upon the release of her Who You Are debut album.

The "Domino" video is a series of snapshots, close-ups and little moments of sheer joy that feel just as exhilarating as the song itself. And while some critics devoted to Jessie J's earlier grime sound decried "Domino"'s shimmering, sparking pop sheen, Jessie J brushed it off, telling me at the 2011 VMAs, where she performed all night as the show's house artist, "People have heard 'Domino' and said 'it's nothing like you.' But... the album's really eclectic anyway, and I never go into the studio and say 'I wanna do another song that's like 'Price Tag' or another song like 'Do It Like A Dude.' I listened to a lot of Whitney and Prince... and we kinda just wanted to write a song that's timeless, that's fun and uplifting."

Jessie J's "Domino" video is both a well-traveled passport -- Vegas, New York, Los Angeles -- and a celebratory reflection on her massive year. "Domino" starts off with a bang and only ascends from there, which perfectly parallels Jessie J's nonstop climb to the top, which doesn't show any sign of stopping, bum leg or not.

+ Check out Jessie J's "Domino" video, and after the jump, watch Jessie J discuss "Domino" and see Jessie J sing live underground in the New York City subway.

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Justin Bieber Kissing GIFs: 'Under The Mistletoe' Costar vs. Selena Gomez

Posted 10/12/11 4:34 pm EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See


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+ UPDATE: Watch a sneak peek of Justin Bieber's "Mistletoe" video before it premieres Tuesday, October 18 at 7:54 p.m. ET on MTV and MTV.com!

Justin Bieber's been giving his make-out muscles a workout lately. One minute he's kissing his girlfriend Selena Gomez, and the next he's totally swapping spit with his female costar on the set of his "Mistletoe video," the first single off Justin's upcoming Christmas album, Under the Mistletoe.

Thankfully these two make-outs have been caught on film, so it's our pleasure duty to do a little compare and contrast via a little something we like to call: "The Battle Of The Better Bieber Kiss." It is SO on right now, guys.

Let us begin with an in-depth examination of Selena and Justin's kiss: Since this kiss went down at The Billboard Music Awards, not only was it super public, but these two young lovebirds also had to deal with a serious time crunch! If they spent too much time making out, then Justin would lose precious seconds of his acceptance speech, and y'all know he's got a laundry list of peeps to thank. (Usher! Scooter Braun! God! Kanye West!) Additionally, Justin did start off the kiss with a hug, which is not only a sign of intimacy, but also of mad respect. Yes, I moonlight as a body-language expert on the side, so step back.

Next up is Justin's kiss with his "Under The Mistletoe" costar. There's already an uneven playing field -- Justin and his leading lady aren't hindered by time and are likely getting step-by-step directions from the video's director. "Put your hands on her face, Justin!" and "Look into her eyes passionately for 3 seconds!" Totally unfair advantage if you ask us.

Check out our Bieber kissing GIFs below and tell us who you think got the better Justin Bieber kiss, Selena or... that girl!

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Pregnant Beyonce Wilds Out On TWO 'Harper's Bazaar' Covers (PHOTOS)

Posted 10/11/11 11:01 am EST by in Celebrity, Must See, Photos, Videos


I don't know, guys. Beyoncé looks kinda "meh" to me on the November 2011 cover of Harper's Bazaar. Um, if by "meh" you mean... "mehhhhgNIFICENT. I'm totally kidding. Beyoncé, per usual, looks stunning. In fact, has pregnancy made her somehow EVEN MORE outrageously flawless? And she's clearly got more energy than ever, as evidenced by her wild (albeit intentionally wild and heroically perfect) hair.

Beyoncé was photographed by Terry Richardson for the Bazaar cover, and because she's so much more woman (WHITNEY REFERENCE!) than I'll ever be, the magazine went with two different Beyoncé covers. Because two Beyoncés are better than one (though even half a Beyoncé is better than no Beyoncé.) Sorry. Between "Countdown" and "1+1," all of this Beyoncé math has kinda been messing with my head.

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Video Premiere: Cori B., 'Do My Thang'

Posted 10/10/11 1:35 pm EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See, Videos


Not all celebrity offspring are total train wrecks. Just observe the daily life of Cori B., daughter of Snoop Dogg. Like a lot of "normal parents" (i.e. those who did not write "Gin & Juice" nor come up under the tutelage of Dr. Dre), Snoop Dogg realizes the fundamental importance of making your kids have an after-school job, earn their own cash and learn a little responsibility at a young age.

Yes, part-time jobs can kinda suck (hi, I flipped burgers after school, so I can relate), which is, understandably, Cori B.'s chief complaint in her "Do My Thang" video. Fed up with too much time spent working among her brothers at the world's cleanest ice cream parlor and bakery, Cori appeals to her dad, who appears to own the sweet shop and who's wearing one of his trademark shower caps, which are totally a hygienic convenience in a food services environment). Being the firm but supportive and sympathetic dad he is, Snoop also realizes the importance of fostering your child's emotional well-being and creativity and suggests Cori express her feelings by journaling, which is quite progressive and endearing.

Cori B.'s journal turns out to be totally magic, leading her to eschew her second-string cake baking status and instead play a starring role in a highly age-appropriate dance party that both shines a spotlight on her impressive singing skills and reinvigorates her work ethic. Also, at just 12, Cori B. found a work-life balance and creative outlet most adults don't find until well into their 50s, if ever, so, mad respect, l'il lady. Hopefully soon your dad will cut back on your cupcake-icing duties so you finish up that album (which is due out next year).

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100 Music Videos Get Immortalized In An EXTREMELY AWESOME Music Video Art Show

Posted 10/5/11 5:14 pm EST by in Celebrity, Must See, Photos, Videos


Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" by Chrystal Chan

If you're taking the time to read this blog (and thank you!!), there's almost no chance in hell you're not a fan of the music video. Hell, we think music videos are mini works of art. We can rattle off music video stats and facts like baseball fans know RBIs and plate appearances. And here at MTV, we're pretty proud to be part of the entertainment legacy that made music videos a mainstream art form (#humblebrag).

So we're happy to see that someone took music videos as art form seriously enough to actually, well, put them in an art gallery. Chris Marrs Piliero -- he's an accomplished video director AND FOB (Friend Of Buzzworthy) -- is the brains behind "I Want My Music Video Art Show," an art exhibit completely dedicated to art inspired directly by music videos.

Chris has been more than busy, well, directing music videos, most recently Britney Spears' controversial "Criminal" video after directing "I Wanna Go" as well as Ke$ha's unicorn- (and James Van Der Beek-) battling "Blow" video and The Black Keys' "Tighten Up" video, which won Best Breakthrough Video at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, to name a few of his contributions to the music video canon. And this weekend, he and artist Dave MacDowell are set to open the "I Want My Music Video Art Show" at the Meltdown Gallery at Meltdown Comics in Los Angeles, where more than 100 artists will feature art inspired by music videos such as Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance," Pulp's "This Is Hardcore" video, Smashing Pumpkins "Tonight Tonight" video, and other iconic videos by Björk, Blondie, Weird Al Yankovic, Nirvana, Janet Jackson, Suicidal Tendencies and more.

"I Want My Music Video Art Show" features more than 100 pieces by 100 different visual artists in a compellingly creative, almost post-modern twist on music videos: While videos are all about movement and motion, video-inspired art is about an artistic analog moment that still breathes new life into videos in a brand-new way. Not to get all emo-term-papery on you, but as people who constantly consume music videos, it's intriguing to watch videos become reinterpreted by an older medium.

"Music videos encompass the visions of the musicians, the directors, the stylists and the production designers. It's really cool to be able to put together a show where artists take those visions and pay tribute through their own mediums," Piliero said. "I'm hoping we get a bunch of people who worked on the actual videos to come through and see how their art inspired more art."

"I Want My Music Video Art Show" opens Friday, Oct. 7, at 8 p.m. and runs through Oct. 20. The exhibit is only scheduled for an L.A. run, but make enough noise about it and maybe they'll take their show on the road. Until then, check out some images from the show:

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Beyonce's 'Countdown' Video Preview

Posted 10/3/11 2:55 pm EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See, Videos


Frankly, between us, after all of the organized chaos, the backbreaking choreography, the wallet-stealing and the wild hyenas of Beyoncé's "Run The World (Girls) video," I needed a little breather, you know? Fortunately it looks like Beyoncé's serving up -- or rather, counting down -- a little sweetness and light in the sneak peek of her new "Countdown" video, which premieres Thursday, Oct. 6 at 7:56 p.m. on MTV and MTV.com

From the "Countdown" video sneak peek, we can surmise that Beyoncé's been watching a little "Funny Face" since she's channeling her inner Audrey Hepburn in the classic black turtleneck/slim-fit cigarette pants Audrey made instantly iconic. (Also, pumpkin-colored nails, WHUT?) Yes, Beyoncé can look impeccable in just a black turtleneck, black pants and white socks. But you knew that.

Beyoncé turns into a human clock behind a classic 1960s psychedelic, black-and-white-striped background, then a human art gallery as she morphs into a series of Lichtenstein girls come to life in primary-colored bathing suits. All this before "Countdown," which samples Boyz II Men's "Uhh Ahh," starts referencing The Beatles' "A Hard Day's Night" split-screen motifs. We'll take it because it means more Beyoncés to go around. Seriously, we will watch Beyoncé doing ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING if that's not already clear.

So far, "Countdown," from Beyonce's 4 album ("Every hipster, that's their favorite song," Beyoncé said of "Countdown" in her MTV "Beyoncé: Year Of 4" documentary) feels like it's Bey's "Why Don't You Love Me" video flipped on its head... if Beyoncé hadn't burned dinner and ruined her mascara. In terms of '60s leanings, "Countdown," directed by Adria Petty could also be where Beyoncé left off in her "Get Me Bodied" video, which also feels like it could've been shot in 1964.

Oh, and did we mention that Beyoncé's totally, adorably, pregnant in "Countdown"? Because she and Jay totally made good on that "I'm tryna make us 3/From that 2" lyric. (That baby isn't even born yet, and it's already a 10.)

If you'll excuse us, we're off to count the ways we love Beyoncé.

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ALBUM PREMIERE: We Are The In Crowd, 'Best Intentions'

Posted 9/29/11 7:55 am EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See


Things are looking up for Poughkeepsie punk-pop quintet We Are The In Crowd. Two years ago, the then-unsigned band was the victim of a MySpace hacker who deleted all of the band's music. Now, the band's set to release their debut album, Best Intentions, out next week on Hopeless Records. And Buzzworthy's got the exclusive stream of the entire album ready for your consumption... now! (Take THAT, hackers!)

Fronted by singers Taylor Jardine and Jordan Eckes, the Warped Tour alum cleverly meld earnest love songs ("Kiss Me Again") with self-assured eff-yous to exes ("On Your Own"). The hook on "The Worst Thing About Me" -- "I guess you were always/The worst thing about me" -- transforms the titular self-esteem deflation into a confidence-boosting send-off, while "All Or Nothing" reappropriates the pep rally stomp of Queen's "We Will Rock You" into a heartfelt ballad.

Like their Guaranteed to Disagree EP, Best Intentions -- produced by Zachary Odom and Kenneth Mount -- blends everyday slang ("This Isn't Goodbye, It's BRB") with enduring sentiments ("Better Luck Next Time"). Over crunchy, yet radio-friendly, guitars, Taylor's voice feels like Kelly Clarkson with a couple of tattoos and a more rebellious boyfriend. But we've got the entire album streaming below, so you can hear for yourself. So stop listening to us and listen to Best Intentions before the band hits the road with Mayday Parade and All Time Low.

+ Listen to We Are the In Crowd's Best Intentions album and order We Are The In Crowd's Best Intentions album before it hits stores Oct. 4.


+ TRACK 1: RUMOR MILL

+ TRACK 2: 'IT'S NOT GOODBYE, IT'S BRB'

+ TRACK 3: 'THE WORST THING ABOUT ME'

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POLL: Which Fall 2011 Album Are You Most Excited About?

Posted 9/27/11 4:46 pm EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See


Today we shared our favorite fall albums in Buzzworthy's Fall Music 2011 Preview. The lineup of 29 new albums includes heavy hitters -- Drake's Take Care album, Britney's B In The Mix: The Remixes 2 remix album and Rihanna's untitled sixth studio album, due out this November -- solo efforts from Patrick Stump and Joe Jonas, and small-but-strong up-and-comers like I Fight Dragons and Allstar Weekend.

And now we wanna hear from you! Which new fall album are you most excited about?

Lovatics already sent Demi Lovato's Unbroken to No. 1. Rihanna's personal military will surely rally the troops for her upcoming sixth studio album. Meanwhile Britney Stans are breathing heavy in anticipation of Britney's B In The Mix: The Remixes 2 album. And artists like YelaWolf and J. Cole are releasing their debut albums but already attracted legions of die-hard fans.

Gym Class Heroes fans have been waiting three years for a new album after 2008's The Quilt, and Evanescence fans have been waiting HALF A DECADE for the band's third studio album. Blink-182 fans might've thought they'd never see the day that Travis Barker, Mark Hoppus and Tom DeLonge would reunite for their Neighborhoods album, eight years after releasing Blink-182.

So which fall album will you have on repeat all season long? Vote in our fall 2011 album poll. We'll announce the album with the most votes on Tuesday, Oct. 4!

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MTV O Music Awards 2: Check Out The OMA Nominees And VOTE!

Posted 9/27/11 2:55 pm EST by in Celebrity, Music, Must See, Videos


Halloween is so overrated. There's the makeup and the hair and the costumes that never fit. And then you have to keep up with/watch after your friends who have inevitably had one too many Spooky Sangrias... Forget it! Watch the O Music Awards instead! The OMAs are Oct. 31, and this time they feature a slew of new categories, and all of your favorite artists are up for awards.

"But," you ask, "Didn't MTV just do this earlier this year?" Sure. But SHOW ME THE LAW says we can't have the OMAs part 2 in the same year! And besides, 3 million of you cast your votes online last time, so it sounds like you're just as excited as we are!

This time we've expanded the OMAs to include a bunch of new genres and have added new categories to a few originals, like Fan Army FTW and Best Tweet. There are five new user-generated categories, including Oops! I Did It Online (biggest over-sharing celebs) and Best Artist with a Cameraphone (self-explanatory). And once again, you can vote for your favorites right now, including nominee leaders Tyler, the Creator, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry.

Or... we could just let Demi Lovato explain WTF the OMAs are:

+ The O Music Awards 2 take place Oct. 31. Vote for the OMAs and be sure to catch all the action by tuning in to OMusicAwards.com, as well as MTV.com, VH1.com, CMT.com, LogoTV.com and MTVHive.com.

Fan Army FTW
Tokio Hotel "Aliens"
Lady Gaga "Little Monsters"
Adam Lambert "Glamberts"
Justin Bieber "Beliebers"
Insane Clown Posse "Juggalos"
Iron Maiden "Troopers"
Demi Lovato "Lovatics"
Taylor Swift "Taylor Nation"
Nicki Minaj "Barbiez"
Lil Wayne "Team Weezy"

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Lady Gaga
Mark Hoppus
Snoop Dogg
Blake Shelton
Cher

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