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The Voice Season 2: Limited Space Leaves The Judges Cautious, Part 4
Tue Feb 21 2012 by Rae Votta
With limited space left in everyone's teams, The Voice judges were even more cautious than before when it came to picking up new singers. They left an awful lot of talent on the table this week — and the post-performance comment heard most frequently was "I wonder if we made a mistake." However, the fortunate few who did make the cut will likely make potent additions to their respective teams — especially, perhaps, returning almost-star Charlotte Sometimes.
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Xenia Loves Mumford & Sons, Can’t Wait To See ‘The Hunger Games’: Favorites
Mon Feb 20 2012 by Erika Brooks Adickman
Favorites is our recurring video series on the personal preferences of the pop artists who inspire us. Because the artists we love love stuff too.
We were fortunate to have the chance to chat with The Voice Season 1 contestant Xenia shortly following the release of her debut EP, Sing You Home. She may have been the show's youngest finalist, but the 16-year-old comes off like quite the old soul. Watch below as Xenia opens up about buying her first Beatles LP, her obsession with all things Irish, her love of revenge (and not the kind you're thinking of) and the best advice she received while working with coach Blake Shelton. More »
We were fortunate to have the chance to chat with The Voice Season 1 contestant Xenia shortly following the release of her debut EP, Sing You Home. She may have been the show's youngest finalist, but the 16-year-old comes off like quite the old soul. Watch below as Xenia opens up about buying her first Beatles LP, her obsession with all things Irish, her love of revenge (and not the kind you're thinking of) and the best advice she received while working with coach Blake Shelton. More »
Shakira Gets Up Close And Personal With A Sea Lion: Morning Mix
Wed Feb 15 2012 by Idolator Staff
Did You Hear?
:: Ever wonder what happens when a She Wolf meets a Sea Lion? Shakira was on vacation in Cape Town when she went over to pet a sea lion — when it suddenly lunged at her and bit her hand. Don't worry, she's fine, but left with what looks like a painful reminder to give sea lions their personal space. [E! Online]
:: Christina Milian recently signed to Lil Wayne's Young Money label, and is currently working on her fourth album. How many songs on the LP do you think will be thinly veiled diss tracks to her ex The-Dream? [Rap-Up]
:: Chris Brown is using his Grammy win to blast his haters. "HATE ALL U WANT BECUZ I GOT A GRAMMY. Now! That's the ultimate FUCK OFF," Breezy tweeted — and swiftly deleted. Stay classy, Chris. [Huffington Post]
:: Cue the little screaming girls — the Jonas Brothers recently announced they will release an album by years end. Joe and Kevin are flying to New York to meet Nick (who is currently performing on Broadway) in order to begin writing their new material. [MTV Buzzworthy]
:: Oprah Winfrey will accompany Lady Gaga and her mother Cynthia Germanotta to the launch of the Born This Way Foundation on February 29 at Harvard University. [PopCrush]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
:: Ever wonder what happens when a She Wolf meets a Sea Lion? Shakira was on vacation in Cape Town when she went over to pet a sea lion — when it suddenly lunged at her and bit her hand. Don't worry, she's fine, but left with what looks like a painful reminder to give sea lions their personal space. [E! Online]
:: Christina Milian recently signed to Lil Wayne's Young Money label, and is currently working on her fourth album. How many songs on the LP do you think will be thinly veiled diss tracks to her ex The-Dream? [Rap-Up]
:: Chris Brown is using his Grammy win to blast his haters. "HATE ALL U WANT BECUZ I GOT A GRAMMY. Now! That's the ultimate FUCK OFF," Breezy tweeted — and swiftly deleted. Stay classy, Chris. [Huffington Post]
:: Cue the little screaming girls — the Jonas Brothers recently announced they will release an album by years end. Joe and Kevin are flying to New York to meet Nick (who is currently performing on Broadway) in order to begin writing their new material. [MTV Buzzworthy]
:: Oprah Winfrey will accompany Lady Gaga and her mother Cynthia Germanotta to the launch of the Born This Way Foundation on February 29 at Harvard University. [PopCrush]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
‘The Voice’ Season 2: Novelty Reigns Supreme In Blind Auditions, Part 3
Tue Feb 14 2012 by Rae Votta
Coming off a dose of tragedy in Whitney Houston's passing, and then triumph in Adele's sweep at the Grammys, we were in the mood to celebrate true vocal talent this week and part 3 of The Voice's blind auditions delivered. More »
Win A Guitar Signed By Javier Colon!
Thu Feb 9 2012 by Erika Brooks Adickman
We decided to really get into the spirit of love this February 14, and helping us win your hearts is The Voice Season 1 winner, Javier Colon. You could be the proud owner of an acoustic guitar — signed by Javier himself! All you have to do is pay tribute to his Valentine’s Day-ready song with Natasha Bedingfield, “As Long As We Got Love”. Don't worry, you don't need to know how to play a single chord. Jump below for details on how to enter.
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Angry Musicians Planning To Protest The Grammys: Morning Mix
Thu Feb 9 2012 by Becky Bain
Did You Hear?
:: Many musicians are still riled up that the Recording Academy has eliminated over 30 categories (including Best Tejano Album, Best Zydeco or Cajun Music Album and Best Contemporary Folk Album) for this year's Grammys. A protest committee has been formed, and will stand protest outside the Staples Center on Sunday. Fans of Latin jazz, gospel and blues music have been invited to participate as well. [MSN]
:: The coaches for the Australian version of The Voice sure look familiar... bald, black singer, blonde female pop star, country guy, and non-threatening rocker dude. Check, check, check and check. [PopDust]
:: Simon Cowell says he fought to keep Paula Abdul as a judge on The X Factor, and that the only reason she was fired was because of him. "It’s only because I opened my big mouth and said we were going to get 20 million [viewers]... If I hadn’t said that, everybody would be saying the show was a huge success." [Pink Is The New Blog]
:: Look out for Taylor Swift's video for her Hunger Games song "Safe & Sound" to premiere Monday on MTV. Taylor will be chatting with fans following the video's premiere, too! [MTV Buzzworthy]
:: Kanye West and M.I.A. are soulmates if their equally ridiculous tour riders are any indication. [EW Music Mix]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
:: Many musicians are still riled up that the Recording Academy has eliminated over 30 categories (including Best Tejano Album, Best Zydeco or Cajun Music Album and Best Contemporary Folk Album) for this year's Grammys. A protest committee has been formed, and will stand protest outside the Staples Center on Sunday. Fans of Latin jazz, gospel and blues music have been invited to participate as well. [MSN]
:: The coaches for the Australian version of The Voice sure look familiar... bald, black singer, blonde female pop star, country guy, and non-threatening rocker dude. Check, check, check and check. [PopDust]
:: Simon Cowell says he fought to keep Paula Abdul as a judge on The X Factor, and that the only reason she was fired was because of him. "It’s only because I opened my big mouth and said we were going to get 20 million [viewers]... If I hadn’t said that, everybody would be saying the show was a huge success." [Pink Is The New Blog]
:: Look out for Taylor Swift's video for her Hunger Games song "Safe & Sound" to premiere Monday on MTV. Taylor will be chatting with fans following the video's premiere, too! [MTV Buzzworthy]
:: Kanye West and M.I.A. are soulmates if their equally ridiculous tour riders are any indication. [EW Music Mix]
After the jump, find out which acts you can find on the tube today. More »
‘The Voice’ Season 2: Alicia Keys’ Backup Singer Sparkles Like Cee Lo’s Pajamas
Mon Feb 6 2012 by Nicole Sia
After posting gangbusters ratings following the Super Bowl last night, The Voice returned for part two of the blind auditions. The show kicked off with the judges taking on a few of Prince's greatest hits in a pyrotechnic crowd-pleaser. Christina Aguilera, sporting a leather sort of Statue of Liberty crown, led on "Party Like it's 1999"; Cee Lo Green drove through "Little Red Corvette" in red sequined footie pajamas — appropriately; Adam Levine put his falsetto to good use on "I Wanna Be Your Lover"; and Blake Shelton wrapped country twang around "Kiss" for the finale. Then, it was on to the contestants! More »
‘The Voice’ Season 2 Premiere: Blind Auditions Recap & Performances
Sun Feb 5 2012 by Idolator Staff
As everyone knows, the post-Super Bowl slot is a coveted spot for any show, and this year NBC gave the honors to The Voice, hoping to hook new fans as the fab foursome of judges takes a break from playing Guesstures to usher in Season 2. As anyone who caught the inaugural outing knows, Javier Colon (of Team Levine) emerged victorious, closely followed by Dia Frampton. What's in store for Season 2? Well, for starters, an all-star roster of mentors including Kelly Clarkson, Robin Thicke, and Alanis Morrisette, and Adam gloating about last season's win about 400 times per episode. But as the title of the show implies, it's the pipes of the contestants that really matter. So how'd this season's lineup of talent do? See how the premiere went down below. More »
Watch ‘The Voice’ Coaches Play Guesstures On ‘Ellen’
Fri Feb 3 2012 by Becky Bain
Ellen DeGeneres flipped the concept of The Voice right on its head this afternoon when she made the coaches (minus Cee Lo Green) stay silent and only use gestures to communicate music-themed words and phrases. When choosing our favorite moment from the game, we can't decide between Christina Aguilera thrashing her head for "Heavy Metal" or Adam Levine pointing to himself for the word "Diva" — with Blake Shelton guessing correctly! Watch all the fun below. More »
‘The Voice’ Coaches Cover ‘Rolling Stone’
Wed Feb 1 2012 by Erika Brooks Adickman
Rolling Stone teases us with a peek of its upcoming cover featuring one of our favorite reality TV foursomes: The Voice coaches. Jump below for a behind-the-scenes look at Adam Levine, Christina Aguilera, Blake Shelton and Cee Lo Green's shoot. Plus, find out what Team Christina is up to this season, and how the boys have shaped up their acts now that there's a lady in their midst. More »
