In this new Discover & Download interview, the enigmatic Minneapolis emcee/producer/singer/multi-instrumentalist P.O.S. talks about evolution.

In the clip, P.O.S. talks about the various meanings his stage name has had over the years, from "Pissed Off Stef" in his adolescence to "Promise Of Skill" in his emcee days. He also goes into detail about his varying levels of skill on various instruments, including drums, keys, bass, and even tuba (!!!).

You'll also find out about the evolution of the Minneapolis sound (from Prince to Atmosphere), the evolution of his Discover & Download track, "Never Better" (which he calls his "favorite song" he's ever written and which you can check out below).

+  Beyonce has just been named Billboard magazine's Woman Of The Year and will be accepting the award at a ceremony to be held later this year in NYC. We smell a J-Lo-style backlash aaaaaaaany moment now (which consequently smells a lot like glitter body paint). (Billboard)

+ Also on the Billboard tip, Taboo from the Black Eyed Peas reveals what it's like to be a part of the pop supergroup that has been making Billboard chart history. (Blogamole)

+ Is Prince truly seeking a job at the White House? Would it then be called the Purple House? (The Tripwire)

+ Reigning '90s R&B supergroup TLC will return to the stage after a more-than seven-year absence, thanks to a little nudge from none other than Justin Timberlake. (Rap-Up)

+ Watch Britney Spears and Russell Brand in their second stint as VMA "lovers." It's kind of cute to see Russell throw himself at Brit so desperately -- story of his life, we're guessing, though we'd TOTALLY hit it. (Buzzworthy)

GOD! Ciara's new "Love Sex Magic" video reminds me of like EVERY NIGHT in my bedroom. I mean, like EVERY single night it's like me and Justin Timberlake slapping skins, Justin all over the place, Justin sneakin' a peek inside mah shorts, I'm whispering naughty little things in his face, then me and some of my super-hot friends put on some wigs and do sexy-time ballet to a funky Janet Jackson-meets-Prince beat, against a backdrop of disco lights. Oh, and I TOTALLY have not one but TWO of those zebra body suits! Coincidence? IT'S LIKE CIARA SECRETLY RECORDED MY LIFE AND THEN SHE AND DIANE MARTEL TOTALLY PARLAYED IT INTO THE CONCEPT FOR HER VIDEO! I should sue. As soon as I'm done watching this again... and again...

Francis Farewell Starlite, the impeccably tailored leader of Wesleyan's Francis And The Lights, recently told NYC's Village Voice that the primary influence behind his music is Strunk & White's Elements Of Style. And, difficult as it can be to tell these days, I don't think he's kidding.

On his unprecedentedly fan-friendly website, press photos (see the handsome cross-breed of Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker's Dracula above) precede each of his minimalist funk concertos, warning the listener of the confident fastidiousness to come. You see, Francis And The Lights take great pains to sound so laid-back. That's how they sound like Prince, but they also sound like Peter Gabriel. And math.

The contradiction-loaded result is so distinct that it's had bloggers (Kanye West included!) losing it from day one.

Watch Francis And The Lights' "The Top" video below, and listen to all of their songs (including some incredible pop covers -- to the left, to the left!) for free at francisandthelights.com.

No, it's not as old as this REALLY old Jonas Brothers interview, and yessss, I know, this video of the Jonas Brothers interviewing each other is "old," as in two days old, which is ancient in Jonas Standard Time, because at this point you've probably already watched it 300 times. But it's worth another look to see the guys reveal deep-rooted sibling secrets -- they've LIED to each other!

Plus, watch the Jonas Brothers talk panda bears, stalking Paul McCartney, Kevin's impression of Prince, Joe's tongue-in-cheek nod to EVERYONE'S MySpace BFF, Tom, a quick mention of Kings of Leon (interesting to note who else is into KOL) Nick's stalwart refusal to engage in role playing (it's almost impossible for him to pretend he's an animal), and Mr. President's subtle reference to therapy: "How does that make you feel," Jonas fans?

Whatevs. You're too busy picking out your outfit for TOMORROW'S BIG JB3D PREMIERE! (Did you get your tickets yet?) Because you never know who might show up!

We will forever worship Jesse McCartney for his hand in co-writing Leona Lewis' smash hit, "Bleeding Love." But these days, the actor-slash-pop star would rather talk about his latest project: Departure. Find out which song Jesse describes as "the icing on the cake," hear why 3am recording seshes are the absolute bestest and learn how Mr. McCartney managed to survive on a steady diet of Michael Jackson, Prince and Madonna for the better part of a year.

+ Justin Timberlake's newest track, "Follow My Lead," (featuring Esmee Denters) is available only on MySpace Music. Listen for free, or download it for a great cause -- all proceeds will go to the Shriner's Hospital For Children fund. (MTV News)

+ There are days when Britney Spears would rather be a prison inmate than an international celebrity. "Even when you go to jail you know there’s the time when you’re gonna get out," says the singer in her upcoming MTV documentary, For The Record. "But in this situation, it’s never ending. It’s just like Groundhog Day every day." (The Sun - UK)

+ Miley Cyrus and her new much-older boyfriend Juston Gaston have been writing songs together! Awww, they're just like a modern-day Simon & Garfunkel, except with kissing! And no turtlenecks.(Usmagazine.com)

+ Ever wondered what Prince wears around the house? Now The New Yorker has your answer! "Prince padded into the kitchen, a small fifty-year-old man in yoga pants and a big sweater, wearing platform flip-flops over white socks, like a geisha." (The New Yorker)

+ 50 Cent explains the real reason why he pushed back his album release date for Before I Self-Destruct: "I'm just looking for the opportunity to present more of my material," he says. "["Get Up"] is not the strongest effort on my album; it's just a great start for me." Sexy MFer indeed! (MTV News)

+ Meanwhile, elsewhere in the universe, Prince is accused of being a stinky perfume promoter...to the tune of $2.5 million. (Associated Press)

+ Check out the trailer for Metro Station's new video, "Seventeen Forever," then tune in on December 5th (mark those calendars!) to catch the VP on FNMTV. (PopDirt)

+ Pete Wentz's fellow Fall Out Boy, Patrick Stump, says he has no idea whether there's a wittle Wentzlee wunning awound. Either way, Stump says he's way psyched about "the first Fall Out Kid." (MTV News)

+ Blake Lewis wants everyone to know that he did NOT get dropped by his record label. He just didn't renew his contract with Arista. Or, for that matter, anywhere. Kidding! For what it's worth, The Human Beatbox swears he's not American "idle," and says he's "working with 19 Recordings" and gearing up for a hot summer tour. (MTV)

+ Word on the street is Mariah Carey's quickie marriage to Nick Cannon might not be a sweet, sweet fantasy, baby. (That Grape Juice)

+ Apparently, neither Prince nor his crack legal team has heard the phrase "imitation is the highest form of flattery." (Wired)

+ Michael Jackson emerges from his reclusive, animal-infested hideaway long enough to give Ne-Yo his seal of approval. (MTV)

+ Jennifer Lopez gets slapped with a lawsuit from a flight attendant who claims she was bitten by JLo's pooch. (Popsugar)

+ Paris Hilton has announced that she will be writing the theme song for her upcoming MTV reality show! Fortunately for us, her boyfriend Benji Madden has agreed to help. (E! Online)

Tokio Hotel fans, we knew you were out there with the love, but we didn't realize it was like the kind of undying devotion usually reserved for Clay Aiken fans. And having used "Tokio Hotel" and "Clay Aiken" in the same sentence for both the first and last time ever, we can now move on to part 2 of Tokio Hotel's exclusive Buzzworthy tour diary. (And Tokio Hotel fans, it's chill -- we know you're cooler than Claymates... and with that, we'll both await and welcome the onslaught of fiery Claymate hate.)

In the great tradition of those who've come before them -- Neil Diamond, Eddie Murphy, our paternal grandfather, and Posh and Becks -- Tokio Hotel is coming to America! Except our grandpa never played The Roxy.

Watch their second exclusive tour diary clip, and check out last week's video.

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America! F*** yeah!

With this morning's official Today Show announcement that the New Kids on the Block are back in action (yes, it's marginally exciting, if only for sheer shock value, but did the occasion really necessitate a curtain and an unveiling? And how did this trump a Martin Luther King, Jr. segment??), we hereby grant you permission to indulge in celebrity minutia... like Janet Jackson's secret tattoo.

You know those awesome (as in not awesome) spring break T-shirts with the frogs and pigs engaging in sexual, um, "escapades" that'd make even Prince blush? Yeah. That. Except with two of Disney's most-famous characters. We like that about Janet -- cool, calm and classy on the outside while secretly harboring naughty ink on the Dee-El.

Watch Janet discuss her very first tat, and check out her exclusive MTV.com First Ladies interview on Monday.

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