I've been pretty vocal about my distaste for/ distrust of Scrunchies 2.0, ambivalent toward Ashley Greene's leather shorts, and an ardent supporter of Sara Paxton's floral Doc Martens. Then Paris Hilton broke my heart in the way that only Paris Hilton can when she wore stonewashed jean leggings. WHY SUCH. LITERAL JEAN LEGGINGS?

Now Hudson Jeans is toning down the jean leggings trend -- or, "jeggings," if you will (and will I? I'm still not sure) -- with their take. And by the way, jean leggings are exactly what they sound like -- leggings... that are jeans, which comes in handy, say, if you have ONLY room for ONE pair of pants in your wardrobe and simply CANNOT accommodate both leggings and jeans because you only own ONE drawer. They cross into the hateful territory when designers take simple cotton leggings and just paint on some denim details (ahem, Paris).

But Hudson's "Jeggings" are the least offensive version of legging jeans I've seen. And, since they're still denim, you've immediately lowered the likelihood for cameltoe, so thank you in advance for that. Though truly, they're just SUPER skinny stretchy jeans with a "leggings" label slapped on. FASHION IS CONFUSING, I KNOW. Anyway, jeggings: Awesome? Toss 'em?

+ Madonna's almost-former label Warner Bros. just announced that her fourth compilation CD, Celebration, will be released on September 28th. This will be the last commitment she has to fulfill with Warner and a video for the song "Celebration" will also be released soon. (Madonna.com)

+ In case you ever wondered why Michael Jackson named his daughter Paris, now you know. (PopCrunch)

+ In a bizarre, unrelated twist, Nicole Richie is naming her child after Michael, who was also her godfather. (PopCrunch)

+ P.S. actor Rupert Everett thinks Michael is better off dead. Too soon? (ICYDK)

+ Speaking of bald chicks, um, have you seen Solange's shaved head?? GIRL, WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR HAIR? What a mess! (Seriously? OMG! WTF?)

+ Recession special! Sign up for Jack White's new subscription music service, and he will open up his entire White Stripes catalog for you! (NME)

Um, so here we have Paris Hilton wearing Niki Biki stonewash jeans that aren't jeans. They're leggings. Suggestions of jeans. For those lighter days when denim is JUST TOO MUCH EFFORT. You know those days when you just need to PULL ON YOUR PANTS and GO but you ALSO WANNA WEAR JEANS? But you DON'T HAVE TIME for the zipper and button? Right. There's a cure for that. DENIM LEGGINGS. They've even got fake pockets for when you have stuff you wanna hold but don't really want a place to hold it. Legging jeans! They're like a denim's lighter shadow. So, are you PRO denim leggings or NO denim leggings?

Anjulie is obsessed with music. Since she was a kid, the Toronto temptress has been singing and writing songs. And although she's had some success penning hits for other artists, has toured with Jesse McCartney and had her own songs featured on The Hills and The City, nothing up to this point compares to "Boom," the lead single from her Boom EP.

Anjulie's new single is as sultry as an August apartment in a power-out. Her bold vocals ride a seductive boom-bap beat, reeling in listeners with whispered sexuality.

The Adria Petty (Kings Of Leon, Paris Hilton)-directed video is equally alluring. In it, a bustier-clad Anjulie walks a tightrope between mile-high desert crags, coyly twirling an umbrella. She bats her lashes -- every line a come-on -- tip-toeing in fishnets toward a relationship she knows won't work. And then... BOOM! She falls, and the whole thing comes to undulating life.

Watch Anjulie's new video, "Boom," now.

+ MTV hottie Audrina Patridge dropped her top for the new Divine Rights of Denim ad campaign.  We think she's getting better with age. Or maybe it's just the lack of clothing. (Egotastic)

+ Dater/stalker of the stars Doug Reinhardt proposed to Paris Hilton last night, only to have her tell him she needed "to think about it."  Poor Dougie just can't catch a break, can he? (Pop Crunch)

+ Is there trouble in Pashleeville?? Didn't Ashlee Simpson learn anything from watching Meet the Barkers? (Page Six)

+ Well, Rihanna went and bought herself a gun. It's about damn time. (Celebitchy)

+ Janet Jackson was spotted in NYC looking "bookish." At least she's getting out of bed. (Rap-Up)

+ American Idol finalist Adam Lambert shed the nail polish and mascara to perform Smokey Robinson's "Tracks Of My Tears" to rave reviews last night.  We have to say he actually looks kind of hot! (Towleroad)

+ Madonna is brushing up on her skills to play Mrs. Hannigan from Annie, having just filed papers to adopt yetanother Malawian child. Yawn. (People)

+ Dear Paris Hilton, here's an idea in brief: GET OVER YOURSELF. Your birthday was last month! Why are you s-t-i-l-l celebrating it?? There are way more important things going on in the world... like Britney Spears' comings and goings, for example. I understand that you are rich but it does not get to be your birthday every day. Just sayin. xoxo. Buzzworthy. (Celebuzz)

+ Speaking of, Britney returned to her Disney roots! She took her two boys to the Magic Kingdom this past Thursday during a break from her three-ring... er... Circus Tour. (Fame Crawler)

+ Good news/bad news: M.I.A. did not in fact name her bundle of joy "Ickitt." (NME)

+ Just when we hoped Lindsay Lohan had finally abandoned her singing career, she dropped this little tasty nugget: she wants to cover -- wait for it -- a Britney Spears song. Stay tuned for a La Lohan'd version of either "Womanizer" or "Oops!... I Did It Again"... or not. (Perez Hilton)

+ Have you heard the CSI remix of Taylor Swift's "You're Not Sorry"? 'Cause as hard as I try, I CAN'T stop listening, and it's becoming a bit of a problem. (Teen Hollywood 411)

+ Paging Dr. Drew! Looks like we've got a hot new prospect for next season's Sober House! Rapper Coolio tried busting through LAX this weekend with a load of crack cocaine. (I've heard crack's definitely on the list of things you're not supposed to take on planes.) RidiculouslyDumb.org! (MTV News)

+ The big O has spoken, and she thinks Rihanna and Chris Brown should "take some time" apart from each other. On Friday's live Oprah Winfrey show, Opes also said this whole matter "makes me so sad." Join the club. (Rap-Up)

+ The Jonas Brothers are playing PANAMA on April 15! Hit it, David Lee Roth... (JonasHQ)

+ Katy Perry kissed a... boy! Paris Hilton's ex, Benji Madden. And according to everyone who was totally spying on them at the Hard Rock Hotel in Vegas on V-day, she liked it. Like, a lot. (People)

+ Carrie Underwood thinks every day should be Valentine's Day. (Celebuzz)

+ Valentine's Day was also pretty memorable for M.I.A. this year -- she gave birth to a healthy baby boy. (MTV News)

+ Dear Lily Allen: YES, we all know you have a third nipple. Any chance you might stop whipping it out anytime there is a camera around? No? Very well then. (Evil Beet)

+ 50 Cent attempted to clear up all matters of Kanye West's sexuality last week, however, 'Ye has now chimed in to confirm that he's not gay, just sensitive... and fashion forward... and VERY secure in his manhood, thank you very much. (MTV News)

+ After all of the alleged nastiness last week between Chris Brown and Rihanna, Brown finally piped up about the matter and released a statement. He's "saddened"...and, uhm, so are we. (Pop Culture Fix)

+ The Jonas Brothers hit Letterman last week and dropped their own Top 10 list --  The Top 10 Most Surprising Facts About the Jonas Brothers. Number 8? "Sometimes we lather, rinse, repeat... And then repeat again." (Socialite Life)

+ And then "K-2," "Danger" and "Mr. President" -- i.e. the Jonas Brothers -- performed on Saturday Night Live (epic recap here) and almost became the Donut Brothers. (Pop Crunch)

+ And then Joe Jonas and Camilla Belle hit up New York's Meatpacking District, wearing matching shoes. (Just Jared Jr.)

+ And then the Jo Bros showed up at Honor Society's sold-out gig at the Fillmore East. (And already, EW raises the question: Is Honor Society the next Jonas Brothers? Buzzworthy's answer: Honor Society's adorable, but no.) (HonorSocietyFan)

+ Have you heard? We've joined the Twitterverse! What up Tweeple! (ok, Twitter speak dunzo in 3...2...1) (MTV Buzzworthy)

Perhaps I should've attempted to adjust my TV, but aside from that T.I., M.I.A., Jay-Z, Wayne hip-hop all-stars performance and Coldplay's ongoing Fisher-Price-meets-Sgt. Pepper troop trope (yaaaaaaaawwwwwwnnn... and I DID NOT need to see that much of Chris Martin's treasure trail!) the 2009 Grammys might as well have been broadcast in black and white.

From the Jonas Brothers, to Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift and even Kid Rock (who usually doesn't leave the house unless it's in something that demonstrates his affinity for a BeDazzler and a pound or two of rhinestones) kept it a funereal black and white, though they all pulled it off with elegant panache. In short, aside from the few mod metallics, and Katy Perry, the 2009 Grammys were all about sobering, somber chic! For real, I thought I was going temporarily colorblind.

Anyway, let's get to it!

Jonas Brothers: True, the Jonas Brothers didn't win the Grammy they were up for, but getting to share a stage with Stevie Wonder was prize enough, IMO. Fashion-wise, their red carpet tuxedo trio was pretty much what you'd expect from the capable hands of stylist Michelle Tomaszewski. My favorite was Nick Jonas' head-to-toe black Burberry suit. Kevin Jonas' Versace suit subtly set him apart as the elder statesmen of the three. Joe's metallic Versace jacket was a little too Vegasy for my tastes, but I always appreciate that he takes fashion risks. Also, BTW, did you see Denise? WOAH, mama, she looked amazing! As for the Jonas Brothers' performance looks: Nick was in Dior, and I LOVED that his look was a little bit Danny Zucko in Grease, less the schmaltz, a little bit James Dean, a tiny bit old-school Faith-era George Michael, and a WHOLE LOT grown up. Honestly, Joe's performance look wasn't doing THAT much for me. Don't get me wrong -- he looked perfect as always, but Nick really stood out so much that he overshadowed Joe, who could've gone a little farther than just the ripped Requel Allegra tee and Dior vest and jeans. By the way, that eye-popping necklace was by Swiss designer Avakian, and while I'm sure it was stunning in person, it distracted on screen (Was it a cassette tape? A jeweled cracker? Bingo card? Billion-dollar iPod? No clue!) and took away from his Mick Jagger swagger. It would've made more sense for Joe to wear a fitted jacket, especially with Kevin all like "Oh hai, I'm just over here nailing this performance and coming out with a 3D movie and a TV show and we're gonna be on Saturday Night Live and everything" in a swish Versace suit. But back to the Jonas Brothers' performance: Not just ANYBODY gets to cover "Superstition," and this performance completely put the Jonas Brothers on the map... for the two people whose maps the Jonas Brothers weren't already on. Seriously though, that performance was icon-status-sealing and could finalize their move out of the teen-pop mold; it showed skeptics that the Jonas Brothers aren't just bubblegum, they can (for the trilllionth time!) play their own instruments, command a stage, and extend their reach beyond a youth-only audience.

Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift: Miley wore an original Herve Leger by Max Azria dress on the red carpet. Had it been just plain black, it would've been a bit boring, but the bejeweled bodice, criss-cross straps and stacks of bangles kept it fresh, and the massive rosette kept it from being "just another black dress," and though the length was a little overwhelming, the shape was amazingly flattering. Taylor Swift drove home the "we're besties" message in a Kaufman Franco black jersey dress with patent leather detailing. Gotta say: both dresses were way too long. Take a cue from Carrie Underwood and show a little leg while they're still amazing! You can't fault Miley or Taylor for appearing adult while playing the good role model role, but I wouldn't have minded either dress in a more youthful color, like a jewel tone. Also, I can't say I loved either's performance outfit, Miley's especially. Jeans at the Grammys? I know it's not the Oscars, but it's not the CMAs either. (Sorry, CMT!) That top looked like Liza Minnelli's cast-off. Bring back the cute!

Katy Perry: I liked that Katy Perry was strictly business on the red carpet -- her pink dress was by Lebanese designer Basil Soda -- and party on stage, where she chose to wear every color ever in her salute to Carmen Miranda. Her costume was by The Blonds, and her "I Kissed a Girl" performance made me feel like I was trapped inside a pachinko machine. And I kinda liked it.

Jennifer Hudson: Okay, I just need to say it: That white asymmetrical bib on Jennifer Hudon's color-blocked sculptural RM by Roland Mouret Trenet dress made her look like she had an emergency pre-Grammy root canal and forgot to take off the bib. However, I loved her midnight blue shoes. Also, Jennifer Hudson can do whatever she wants because she had the worst year ever and her talent knows know bounds. The black sequined dress she wore during her performance of "You Pulled Me Through" was stellar stuff, and the flamenco-style hair and earrings were really all she needed to complete the portrait-of-the-young-woman-as-a-pure-powerhouse look.

Sara Bareilles: Speaking of pink, Sara Bareilles was totally pretty in pink in her Louisa Beccaria strapless ruffled dress with matching (but not too matchy-matchy!) accents. I wanna write her a love song and thank her for wearing something so sugary sweet.

Audrina Patridge: Audrina usually looks sexy or hot or amazing but "cute" is not usually the first word that comes to mind. But last night, Audrina looked absolutely adorable in teal Tadashi. Her hair and bright lips were also perfection. Yay, color! Finally!

M.I.A.: We get it. You and your boyfriend got bored and decided to act out Juno. But were you hitting the labor drugs early? You do NOT need to dress like a bloated ladybug. Don't get me wrong -- I love House of Holland (who designed her black-and-white performance outfit). I just love Agyness Deyn in it more. And I'm fine with you wearing Golas when you're playing human hotel. But did you really need to go the Dorothy Zbornak route? I'm still not convinced you weren't hiding all FOUR Golden Girls underneath that Manish Arora tarp.

Jordin Sparks: You are SO SO SO cute and SO not an old lady. But that rose-printed Debra Davenport dress was SO not cute and SO old lady!

Carrie Underwood: That performance pantsuit was a little June Carter Cash with those OOC chiffon bell sleeves, but who cares? She's got legs for miles! And was it just me, or did her female guitarist look like Paris Hilton? Speaking of...

Paris Hilton: Yes, Paris. Less is still less. Please send that Versace Spring 2003 mini back to 2003 where it should stay.

LeAnn Rimes: i'm a huge fan of stone embellishments, but LeAnn's cerulean Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti outfit looked like Star Trek Voyager made its maiden voyage to Cyprus. And taupe? Really? You don't wear taupe on a red carpet unless you're going to the pantyhose awards. Or you're Leona Lewis. And speaking of...

Leona Lewis: Leona is such a gorgeous girl, but her tan Randi Rahm gown bleeding bored me.

Duffy: I've read some negatory reactions toward Duffy's Alberta Ferretti jeweled chiffon cocktail dress, but I really loved that she took an ordinary style and made it her own with an asymmetrical cut. It was super glam but subdued and fit her soulful, old-school style perfectly.

Kanye West: Mazel tov! Your transformation into '80s television star Meshach Taylor is now complete!

Estelle: Call us when Kanye's spaceship lands.

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+ What's Demi Lovato's way of coping with fame? 1. Avoiding the tabloids the way most of us avoid carbs. ("It will eat you alive if you read it," she swears.) And, 2. Reminding herself that Miley Cyrus is still #1 on the Paparazzi's Most Wanted hit list. (MTV News)

+ And speeeeaking of MyCy, the environment-loving teen star has decided to trade in that icky secondhand Porsche for a way-trendier Toyota Prius. Practicality be damned! (E! Online)

+ Obvs, WE think the Jonas Brothers can (and should!) win the Grammy for Best New Artist. But does the panel of experts agree? Answer: Sort of! (MTV Movies)

+ Now presenting ... Ryan's "Tampon Song," Chet's "Hobo Anthem" and other Greatest Hits from the Real World: Brooklyn crew! (Remote Control)

+ The good news: Justin Timberlake is back to turning his personal heartbreaks into breakup ballad gold! (Idolator)

+ The bad news: JT's current relationship won't be giving him any new material. "Super" girlfriend Jessica Biel threw her man a combination birthday/Super Bowl party at the Roosevelt Hotel this weekend. Way to stifle his creativity, Jess! (Usmagazine.com)

+ Meanwhile, there are probzies WAY better things to do than watch Bruce Springsteen's Super Bowl crotch-slide on continuous repeat. Let us know if/when you think of any. (Scandalist)

+ Mismatched tabloid fixtures Paris Hilton and Amy Winehouse are about to be neighbors! Anyone else think this has "wacky situation comedy" written all over it? (The Mirror - UK)

+ This just in: Jennifer Hudson lip-synced her way through the national anthem. Also? We don't care. (MTV News)

+ We didn't believe Ariel Moore REALLY left Clique Girlz, either. Fortunately, that's what farewell videos are for. (Tommy2)

+ In one of the awesomest examples of the "pot calling the kettle black" in like the history of EVER, Courtney Love revealed that she thinks Paris Hilton is way too self-involved (BWWWWWAAAHHHHAAAA). (Perez Hilton)

+ Despite the fact that we just elected our 1st African American president, the biggest news from Inauguration Day continues to revolve around Aretha Franklin's show stopping hat. And now the Smithsonian wants it. (Gawker)

+ "I've been attacked for being me, for being bright red in a grey world. I am nuclear energy." More proof that Kanye West's blog is *the* most entertaining read on all of the Interwebs. (D Listed)

+ Everyone was wavin' their cherry Chapstick around in the air like they just didn't care at Katy Perry's sold-out concert this weekend in Los Angeles. Rihanna was there, along with Josh Groban and Mika. (Ross Durham)

+ Lex Luthors 2.0, aka Adnan Ghalib and Sam Lufti were served restraining orders this weekend by their former on-again/off again pop tart muse Britney Spears Apparently Brit Brit is hoping to keep things "off again" ... like all official-n-stuff with both d-bags, er ... guys. (MTV News)

+ Madonna thinks if she can make it here, she can make it anywhere, which works out well since she's now got official permish to bring the kiddies to NYC. (Cover Awards)

+ If you were stuck watching the Super Bowl yesterday, our condolences. For us it was ALL about the Puppy Bowl! PUUPPPIEEEESSSS! (Defamer)

+ History Lesson: Before Tina Fey became the coolest chick on the scene with glasses, Lisa Loeb held that honor. And this weekend, LL decided she wanted to "Stay"... 4evs... with some dude named Roey Hershkovitz. (Evil Beet)