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The Idolator Hype Index (Week Of 1.29.12)
Fri Feb 3 2012 by Robbie Daw
Sorry — what was that? We could barely hear you over the locomotive that is the Madonna Train roaring through Planet Pop at 140 mph. The Queen truly soared and thrilled over the past seven days, but the week wasn't without heartbreak, as a bona fide R&B pioneer from the television world met a tragic end. Thankfully we had the Michael Jackson episode of Glee, the rise of UK gents The Wanted and the rad return of Garbage to ease the pain. See how all these music players ranked on our weekly Pop & Fizz hype index by heading below!
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Michael Jackson’s ‘Glee’ Tribute Episode: What A “Scream”
Wed Feb 1 2012 by Becky Bain
Glee's Michael Jackson tribute episode (cleverly titled "Michael") aired last night, and it featured a mish-mosh of a cappella versions, faithful covers and reenactments of several classic MJ videos. (There were also cellos, eye patches and Finchel duets filling the relatively plot-less episode right to the brim.) It was all a bunch of silliness to capitalize not only on the current IMMORTAL World Tour Cirque Du Soleil show traveling the country (referenced seconds after the episode began!), but Jackson's continuing popularity. Watch a few of the musical numbers below. More »
Britney Spears And Shakira Duet Rumors Surface: Morning Mix
Mon Jan 30 2012 by Idolator Staff
Did You Hear?
:: Rumors are flying that Britney Spears may be hitting the studio with Shakira in a track produced by Pharrell and will.i.am — but are somebody's hips lying about this? Until we get confirmation, let's just enjoy this cute photo of Brit-Brit out on a stroll with her boys. [BreatheHeavy]
:: Despite the massive buzz, Lana Del Rey would like the world to know she's just a normal girl. She's even kept the same babysitting job she had before she was famous! (We just hope she doesn't let the kids play "Video Games" the whole time.) [MTV]
:: "Heavy Metal Lover" may not be Lady Gaga's next single after all. An executive at Interscope says he has no knowledge of any new Born This Way singles. [Billboard]
:: A Michael Jackson biopic may be on its way — from the guy who brought you Tower Heist! Lower those expectations now, people. [Perez Hilton]
:: Apparently a "mysterious liquid" dripped down Christina Aguilera's legs during her performance of "At Last" at Etta James' funeral. And we have nothing to say about that. Nothing. [PunchBowl Blog]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
:: Rumors are flying that Britney Spears may be hitting the studio with Shakira in a track produced by Pharrell and will.i.am — but are somebody's hips lying about this? Until we get confirmation, let's just enjoy this cute photo of Brit-Brit out on a stroll with her boys. [BreatheHeavy]
:: Despite the massive buzz, Lana Del Rey would like the world to know she's just a normal girl. She's even kept the same babysitting job she had before she was famous! (We just hope she doesn't let the kids play "Video Games" the whole time.) [MTV]
:: "Heavy Metal Lover" may not be Lady Gaga's next single after all. An executive at Interscope says he has no knowledge of any new Born This Way singles. [Billboard]
:: A Michael Jackson biopic may be on its way — from the guy who brought you Tower Heist! Lower those expectations now, people. [Perez Hilton]
:: Apparently a "mysterious liquid" dripped down Christina Aguilera's legs during her performance of "At Last" at Etta James' funeral. And we have nothing to say about that. Nothing. [PunchBowl Blog]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
Michael Jackson’s Cirque Du Soleil Show ‘IMMORTAL World Tour’: Idolator Review
Sun Jan 29 2012 by Becky Bain
It was clear even before Friday night's performance of Michael Jackson's Cirque Du Soleil spectacular, The IMMORTAL World Tour (playing three nights at LA's Staples Center) began that this would be a night dedicated to celebrating the glory of Michael's legacy: we saw so many little kids in fedoras moonwalking in the lobby to even count. And Jackson's presence, whether seen on screen as a little boy or in footage from his legendary videos, consistently drew an ecstatic response from the crowd. As a memorial to the King Of Pop, the show totally worked; as a Cirque Du Soleil show, it came up pretty flat.
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‘Glee’ Has Been Struck By A “Smooth Criminal” — Watch
Fri Jan 27 2012 by Erika Brooks Adickman
As Glee draws closer to its Michael Jackson tribute show (make sure you tweet accordingly with the #GleeHee hashtag), the musical dramedy has teased us with another selection from Tuesday's episode. Naya Rivera pays homage to the original music video for "Smooth Criminal" with a fedora and zoot suit jacket, though she stays clear of attempting MJ's signature anti-gravity lean. Instead, Dalton Academy's Sebastian and McKinley's fiercest creature circle two cellists in what looks like the most low stakes round of musical chairs ever. Watch below.
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Justin Bieber Attends Michael Jackson Ceremony At Grauman’s Chinese Theater (PHOTOS)
Thu Jan 26 2012 by Erika Brooks Adickman
The late, great Michael Jackson was honored today by having his glove and shoe prints immortalized at the famous Grauman’s Chinese Theater. Joining the Gloved One’s family for the ceremony was Justin Bieber (with his newly tinted ‘do), who posed alongside Jackson’s daughter, Paris. Perhaps having the late King Of Pop as your dad makes one immune to Bieber Fever, as the tween seemed unfazed by the close encounter with the Canadian crooner. (Or maybe it’s simply because Paris’ heart still belongs to Chris Brown.) More »
Darren Criss Tributes Michael Jackson In “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’”
Thu Jan 26 2012 by Becky Bain
Darren Criss obviously knows how to dance — after all, he had to show off his moves nightly during his three-week run in the Broadway show How To Succeed — but we had no idea he knew how to dance. Blaine is the lead Gleek in this performance clip of "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'", from Glee's upcoming tribute episode to Michael Jackson, and we have to say, he fills the Gloved One's shoes pretty well. Watch Darren take on the King of Pop below.
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The 10 Most Memorable Super Bowl Halftime Performances Of All Time
Thu Jan 19 2012 by Idolator Staff
On February 5, Indianapolis will host Super Bowl XLVI — the 46th iteration of America's biggest game. Millions of fans will gather 'round the television set with seven-layer dip and cold drinks to watch an epic match-up of teams, the year’s funniest and most expensive commercials and most importantly — as far as we're concerned — Madonna's Super Bowl halftime show. The newly minted Interscope singer has been on her grind lately, promoting her Golden Globe-winning directorial debut W.E., unleashing a super sexy fragrance line and gearing up for the release of her 12th studio album MDNA and a world tour.
With so much going on, can Madonna still quarterback a show as memorable as these 10 amazing Super Bowl halftime performances? More »
With so much going on, can Madonna still quarterback a show as memorable as these 10 amazing Super Bowl halftime performances? More »
‘Glee’ Gears Up For Michael Jackson Tribute Episode With ‘TV Guide’ Cover (PHOTOS)
Tue Jan 10 2012 by Robbie Daw
The Michael Jackson tribute episode of Glee — aptly titled “Michael” — is just three weeks away (it airs January 31), and TV Guide Magazine got the inside scoop and some pics from the set. “Michael’s kids are somewhat fans of the show, so the estate was lovely,” says show runner Ryan Murphy. “In fact, they liked the writing so much that halfway through the planning they asked us to do another one about him next year.” Ten MJ tunes will be performed by the cast, four of which are “Rock With You” (which wasn’t included on the supposed set list that leaked last month), “Bad”, “Smooth Criminal” and “Black Or White”. Flip through the following pics from Glee’s tribute to the King Of Pop. [Via ONTD] More »
Michael Jackson To Be Immortalized At Grauman’s Chinese Theater: Morning Mix
Fri Jan 6 2012 by Becky Bain
Did You Hear?
:: On January 26, Michael Jackson will be immortalized at Grauman's Chinese Theater by having his three children, Paris, Prince and Blanket, dip his sequined glove and shoes in cement. [Pink Is The New Blog]
:: Britney Spears is clearly infatuated with her engagement ring. [MTV Buzzworthy]
:: Darren Criss is working that geek chic look amazingly. [Socialite Life]
:: Has Christina Aguilera been spending some time in rehab? [PopCrush]
:: Twitter, the perfect place for celebrities to get into feuds! Check out Kreayshawn and "Shady Love" rapper Azealia Banks go for the virtual jugular. [Complex]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
:: On January 26, Michael Jackson will be immortalized at Grauman's Chinese Theater by having his three children, Paris, Prince and Blanket, dip his sequined glove and shoes in cement. [Pink Is The New Blog]
:: Britney Spears is clearly infatuated with her engagement ring. [MTV Buzzworthy]
:: Darren Criss is working that geek chic look amazingly. [Socialite Life]
:: Has Christina Aguilera been spending some time in rehab? [PopCrush]
:: Twitter, the perfect place for celebrities to get into feuds! Check out Kreayshawn and "Shady Love" rapper Azealia Banks go for the virtual jugular. [Complex]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
