Kanye West once teamed up with Nicki Minaj for the hit single “Monster.” The record was a song off of West’s critically acclaimed album My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. The song was very much known for Minaj’s feature, whose performance initially rubbed West the wrong way.
Nicki Minaj bruised Kanye West’s ego in ‘Monster’ Kanye West | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
“Monster” was a 2010 song by West featuring many hip hop juggernauts like Rick Ross and Jay-Z. Despite the song’s star-power, a rising Minaj managed to stand out from her more experienced contemporaries. So much so that some even felt she might’ve stolen the show. It was a feeling that West himself had after hearing Minaj’s verse. The rapper was so threatened by the verse at the time that he considered removing it from the song.
“It was like that moment when I thought about...
Nicki Minaj bruised Kanye West’s ego in ‘Monster’ Kanye West | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
“Monster” was a 2010 song by West featuring many hip hop juggernauts like Rick Ross and Jay-Z. Despite the song’s star-power, a rising Minaj managed to stand out from her more experienced contemporaries. So much so that some even felt she might’ve stolen the show. It was a feeling that West himself had after hearing Minaj’s verse. The rapper was so threatened by the verse at the time that he considered removing it from the song.
“It was like that moment when I thought about...
- 5/30/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A When Calls the Heart star has claimed her spot in the Taylor Sheridan universe. Kayla Wallace will appear in the upcoming series Landman on Paramount+.
Kayla Wallace will appear in Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Landman’ Taylor Sheridan | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Stagecoach
Wallace currently plays the entrepreneurial Fiona Miller on Hallmark’s family-friendly drama When Calls the Heart. It sounds like she’ll be taking on a grittier role in Landman, which the streamer describes as “a modern-day tale of fortune-seeking in the world of oil rigs.” Wallace will play Rebecca Savage, a capable but intimidating liability attorney who is sent to West Texas to clean up a mess, TVLine reports.
“Thrilled. So grateful. Let’s Go!” Wallace wrote on Instagram after her casting was announced.
“Still pinching myself,” she added on her Instagram Story.
Several of the actor’s When Calls the Heart co-stars cheered her good news,...
Kayla Wallace will appear in Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Landman’ Taylor Sheridan | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Stagecoach
Wallace currently plays the entrepreneurial Fiona Miller on Hallmark’s family-friendly drama When Calls the Heart. It sounds like she’ll be taking on a grittier role in Landman, which the streamer describes as “a modern-day tale of fortune-seeking in the world of oil rigs.” Wallace will play Rebecca Savage, a capable but intimidating liability attorney who is sent to West Texas to clean up a mess, TVLine reports.
“Thrilled. So grateful. Let’s Go!” Wallace wrote on Instagram after her casting was announced.
“Still pinching myself,” she added on her Instagram Story.
Several of the actor’s When Calls the Heart co-stars cheered her good news,...
- 1/30/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Luke Bryan is teasing on who is filling in for Katy Perry and Lionel Richie on American Idol next week while they’re on coronation duty, and the country star tells Et the fill-ins are “big time.”
Et’s Cassie Dilaura caught up with the “Play It Again” crooner Friday ahead of his headlining performance at Stagecoach in the California desert and shared viewers will love what the singing competition has in store.
“It’s big time. It’s big time,” Bryan said. “The people that we have filling in, contestants have used their songs many, many times. A lot more than mine!”
Bryan quipped he couldn’t share more deets on account that he did not want to get kicked off Idol. Fair enough! Fans will just have to wait and see who will join Bryan on the judge’s table while Katy and Lionel take part in a historic weekend.
Et’s Cassie Dilaura caught up with the “Play It Again” crooner Friday ahead of his headlining performance at Stagecoach in the California desert and shared viewers will love what the singing competition has in store.
“It’s big time. It’s big time,” Bryan said. “The people that we have filling in, contestants have used their songs many, many times. A lot more than mine!”
Bryan quipped he couldn’t share more deets on account that he did not want to get kicked off Idol. Fair enough! Fans will just have to wait and see who will join Bryan on the judge’s table while Katy and Lionel take part in a historic weekend.
- 4/30/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
“Rocketman” is one of the most iconic songs in Elton John’s discography. However, since John doesn’t write the lyrics to most of his tracks, he didn’t know where lyricist Bernie Taupin found inspiration. Taupin recently revealed the basis behind “Rocketman” in a new interview, and John was completely surprised by this revelation.
Elton John and Bernie Taupin are one of music’s most dynamic duos Elton John | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Bernie Taupin and Elton John met on a chance encounter in 1967. The pair both answered an advertisement for talent in the New Musical Express. John admitted he wasn’t good at writing lyrics and was handed an envelope containing poems by Taupin. Thirty albums later, Taupin and John have dominated music for over 50 years.
Taupin would write the lyrics, while John would compose the music. The pair have created plenty of classics together, like “Crocodile Rock...
Elton John and Bernie Taupin are one of music’s most dynamic duos Elton John | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Bernie Taupin and Elton John met on a chance encounter in 1967. The pair both answered an advertisement for talent in the New Musical Express. John admitted he wasn’t good at writing lyrics and was handed an envelope containing poems by Taupin. Thirty albums later, Taupin and John have dominated music for over 50 years.
Taupin would write the lyrics, while John would compose the music. The pair have created plenty of classics together, like “Crocodile Rock...
- 4/23/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kansas fans may find it hard to believe the band never had a number one hit song, despite releasing catchy tunes that would still play on the radio decades later. The progressive rock band is best known for their hit single “Carry On Wayward Son,” but even this classic song didn’t crack the Top 10. Instead, it was another track by Kansas that reached number six on music charts and became the band’s highest-charting song.
‘Dust in the Wind’ by Kansas landed the number six spot in 1978 Musicians Rich Williams, Tom Brislin, Billy Greer, Phil Ehart, David Ragsdale and Ronnie Platt of the classic rock band Kansas perform onstage in 2022 I Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Released in 1978, “Dust in the Wind” peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, remaining on the list for 20 weeks. Its success stunned band members, including the song’s writer Kerry Livgren. During...
‘Dust in the Wind’ by Kansas landed the number six spot in 1978 Musicians Rich Williams, Tom Brislin, Billy Greer, Phil Ehart, David Ragsdale and Ronnie Platt of the classic rock band Kansas perform onstage in 2022 I Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Released in 1978, “Dust in the Wind” peaked at number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, remaining on the list for 20 weeks. Its success stunned band members, including the song’s writer Kerry Livgren. During...
- 3/19/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Ringo Starr was an irreplaceable drummer for The Beatles, who made so many songs better by adding his stellar rhythms. Each member of The Beatles has shared some of their favorite songs, and Starr has a few that could surprise some fans.
Here are 4 of Ringo Starr’s favorite Beatles songs ‘Why Don’t We Do it in the Road’ Ringo Starr | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
“Why Don’t We Do it in the Road” is a track from The Beatles’ 1968 album The White Album. Written by Paul McCartney, this is one of the band’s deeper cuts, but Starr has an appreciation for it. In an interview with Dave Stewart on Off the Record, Starr explained why the track was one of his favorites.
“You know, I love ‘Why Don’t We Do It in the Road?’,” Starr said. “That was just Paul and I on the original track.
Here are 4 of Ringo Starr’s favorite Beatles songs ‘Why Don’t We Do it in the Road’ Ringo Starr | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
“Why Don’t We Do it in the Road” is a track from The Beatles’ 1968 album The White Album. Written by Paul McCartney, this is one of the band’s deeper cuts, but Starr has an appreciation for it. In an interview with Dave Stewart on Off the Record, Starr explained why the track was one of his favorites.
“You know, I love ‘Why Don’t We Do It in the Road?’,” Starr said. “That was just Paul and I on the original track.
- 3/19/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
While promoting the band’s 2020 live album, The Monkees vocalist and drummer Micky Dolenz described what jamming with bandmate Mike Nesmith, Aka “Nez,” was like. According to Dolenz, the two had a “blend,” prompting him to create a nickname for the duo inspired by the Everly Brothers.
Micky Dolenz referred to Mike Nesmith and himself as ‘The Everly Monkees’ The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz and Michael Nesmith on Nov. 14, 2021, in LA | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Dolenz and Nesmith recorded The Monkees Live: The Mike and Micky Show while on tour in 2019. The performances marked the first from the band since Peter Tork’s death in February 2019. Unfortunately, the live album also marked Nesmith’s last. He died in December 2021 at age 78.
Before his death, Nesmith joined Dolenz in Live Q&a With Micky and Mike!, where they talked about the new album and answered questions from fans. During the interview, Dolenz...
Micky Dolenz referred to Mike Nesmith and himself as ‘The Everly Monkees’ The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz and Michael Nesmith on Nov. 14, 2021, in LA | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images
Dolenz and Nesmith recorded The Monkees Live: The Mike and Micky Show while on tour in 2019. The performances marked the first from the band since Peter Tork’s death in February 2019. Unfortunately, the live album also marked Nesmith’s last. He died in December 2021 at age 78.
Before his death, Nesmith joined Dolenz in Live Q&a With Micky and Mike!, where they talked about the new album and answered questions from fans. During the interview, Dolenz...
- 3/8/2023
- by Rose Burke
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s not much of a stretch to say Ringo Starr helped make The Beatles what they became. John Lennon believed he and Paul McCartney could have still been The Beatles without Ringo and George Harrison. That seems like a classic case of John running his mouth. With the right set of ears, you can listen to almost any Fab Four song and hear Ringo’s drumming talent bursting through the speakers. Thanks to hindsight, we can see Ringo made the most obvious statement when he received a college degree from the Berklee College of Music.
Former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Ringo Starr said his life is like ‘a strange fairy tale’ when he accepted a college degree
Ringo never received the credit he deserved while he was with The Beatles. In a band that often presented itself as a cohesive foursome, the drummer’s bandmates...
Former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Ringo Starr said his life is like ‘a strange fairy tale’ when he accepted a college degree
Ringo never received the credit he deserved while he was with The Beatles. In a band that often presented itself as a cohesive foursome, the drummer’s bandmates...
- 3/2/2023
- by Jason Rossi
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Blackpink debuted in 2016, releasing “Whistle” and “Boombayah” shortly after. It wasn’t until 2020, however, that this K-pop girl group released their first full-length album — The Album. Here’s what Rosé said about the importance of this collection.
When did ‘The Album’ come out? Blackpink’s album release date and tracklist Rosé of Blackpink performs onstage during the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Coachella
Blackpink’s in your area, with these idols partnering with fashion houses, Jisoo acting in the K-drama Snowdrop, and Jennie with a scheduled appearance in HBO’s The Idol. In 2022, they released Born Pink, earning praise from BLINKs and critics alike.
It wasn’t until Oct. 2, 2020, however, that this K-pop group released its first full-length album. The collection was appropriately titled The Album and featured originals with Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa.
The tracklist for The Album includes “How You Like That,...
When did ‘The Album’ come out? Blackpink’s album release date and tracklist Rosé of Blackpink performs onstage during the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Coachella
Blackpink’s in your area, with these idols partnering with fashion houses, Jisoo acting in the K-drama Snowdrop, and Jennie with a scheduled appearance in HBO’s The Idol. In 2022, they released Born Pink, earning praise from BLINKs and critics alike.
It wasn’t until Oct. 2, 2020, however, that this K-pop group released its first full-length album. The collection was appropriately titled The Album and featured originals with Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa.
The tracklist for The Album includes “How You Like That,...
- 2/12/2023
- by Julia Dzurillay
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Lindsey Buckingham announced he is working on a new album following the death of his former Fleetwood Mac bandmate, Christine McVie. Here’s how Buckingham paid tribute to McVie after her death and what he said about the keyboardist in his new music reveal.
Lindsey Buckingham | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Lindsey Buckingham shared a touching tribute to his Fleetwood Mac bandmate Christine McVie after her death
Fleetwood Mac keyboardist, singer, and songwriter Christine McVie died on Nov. 30, 2022, after a brief illness. She was 79 years old.
Her former bandmate, Lindsey Buckingham, posted a touching tribute on social media following the death of his beloved friend.
“Christine McVie’s sudden passing is profoundly heartbreaking,” the guitar player tweeted in a handwritten note. “Not only were she and I part of the magical family of Fleetwood Mac, to me Christine was a musical comrade, a friend, a soul mate, and a sister. For over four decades,...
Lindsey Buckingham | Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Lindsey Buckingham shared a touching tribute to his Fleetwood Mac bandmate Christine McVie after her death
Fleetwood Mac keyboardist, singer, and songwriter Christine McVie died on Nov. 30, 2022, after a brief illness. She was 79 years old.
Her former bandmate, Lindsey Buckingham, posted a touching tribute on social media following the death of his beloved friend.
“Christine McVie’s sudden passing is profoundly heartbreaking,” the guitar player tweeted in a handwritten note. “Not only were she and I part of the magical family of Fleetwood Mac, to me Christine was a musical comrade, a friend, a soul mate, and a sister. For over four decades,...
- 2/9/2023
- by Grace Turney
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Image Source: Getty / Scott Dudelson
Britney Spears has spoken out again after her ex-husband Kevin Federline claimed her sons - Sean Preston, 16, and Jayden James, 15 - have chosen not to see her. Federline's comments were made during an interview that aired this week on ITV in the UK, but portions of the conversation were released by the Daily Mail on Aug. 6. The former backup dancer claimed the boys decided not to see their mother for the time being in part due to partially nude photos she shared on Instagram. "The boys have decided they are not seeing her right now," Federline said. "It's been a few months since they've seen her. They made the decision not to go to her wedding."
Spears initially responded via Instagram on Aug. 6, writing in her Story, "It saddens me to hear that my ex-husband has decided to discuss the relationship between me and my children.
Britney Spears has spoken out again after her ex-husband Kevin Federline claimed her sons - Sean Preston, 16, and Jayden James, 15 - have chosen not to see her. Federline's comments were made during an interview that aired this week on ITV in the UK, but portions of the conversation were released by the Daily Mail on Aug. 6. The former backup dancer claimed the boys decided not to see their mother for the time being in part due to partially nude photos she shared on Instagram. "The boys have decided they are not seeing her right now," Federline said. "It's been a few months since they've seen her. They made the decision not to go to her wedding."
Spears initially responded via Instagram on Aug. 6, writing in her Story, "It saddens me to hear that my ex-husband has decided to discuss the relationship between me and my children.
- 8/11/2022
- by Sabienna Bowman
- Popsugar.com
Image Source: Getty / Scott Dudelson
Blackpink's Lisa is getting fans beyond hyped for her upcoming debut solo album, Lalisa. On Tuesday, she shared a teaser for her "Lalisa" music video, which is expected to arrive in full on Friday when the entire album drops. The background beat builds up during the 14-second clip until the K-pop superstar finally turns to the camera at the very end, wearing a sparkly black gown as the phrase "Say Lalisa love me, Lalisa love me" is sung. The visuals also feature peeks at dangerously high heels, a dimly lit alley, a motorcycle, and some shiny jewelry, so something tells us the full-length video is going to be a wild ride.
Lisa is the latest Blackpink member to embark on a solo project, following in the footsteps of bandmates Jennie and Rosé. Seeing as her "Lalisa" music video teaser accumulated a whopping three million views...
Blackpink's Lisa is getting fans beyond hyped for her upcoming debut solo album, Lalisa. On Tuesday, she shared a teaser for her "Lalisa" music video, which is expected to arrive in full on Friday when the entire album drops. The background beat builds up during the 14-second clip until the K-pop superstar finally turns to the camera at the very end, wearing a sparkly black gown as the phrase "Say Lalisa love me, Lalisa love me" is sung. The visuals also feature peeks at dangerously high heels, a dimly lit alley, a motorcycle, and some shiny jewelry, so something tells us the full-length video is going to be a wild ride.
Lisa is the latest Blackpink member to embark on a solo project, following in the footsteps of bandmates Jennie and Rosé. Seeing as her "Lalisa" music video teaser accumulated a whopping three million views...
- 9/7/2021
- by Victoria Messina
- Popsugar.com
Image Source: Getty / Scott Dudelson
Following this year's releases of Framing Britney Spears and BBC's The Battle For Britney: Fans, Cash and a Conservatorship, Britney Spears is speaking out once more about how she feels about people turning her life into a documentary. On Monday, the singer shared a lengthy caption on Instagram alongside a video of herself dancing. "Geez !!!! 2021 is definitely way better than 2020 but I never knew it was gonna be like This," she began. "So many documentaries about me this year with other people's takes on my life ... what can I say … I'm deeply flattered !!!! These documentaries are so hypocritical … they criticize the media and then do the same thing...
Following this year's releases of Framing Britney Spears and BBC's The Battle For Britney: Fans, Cash and a Conservatorship, Britney Spears is speaking out once more about how she feels about people turning her life into a documentary. On Monday, the singer shared a lengthy caption on Instagram alongside a video of herself dancing. "Geez !!!! 2021 is definitely way better than 2020 but I never knew it was gonna be like This," she began. "So many documentaries about me this year with other people's takes on my life ... what can I say … I'm deeply flattered !!!! These documentaries are so hypocritical … they criticize the media and then do the same thing...
- 5/4/2021
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
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