Showing posts with label Music and Musicians. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Music and Musicians. Show all posts

Sunday, December 30, 2012

Yoko Ono Talks about Dissolution of The Beatles

Yoko Ono Talks about Dissolution of The Beatles


John Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono, speak about the causes of dissolution of the band  the Beatles, in a taped interview that was recently released.

In a recorded interview with one of the big music industry figures Joe Smith, Ono called the breakup of The Beatles as a "divorce".

Although calls her husband  "feeling fine" with the split, but he admitted that there was tension inside legendary band from Liverpool which was officially disbanded in 1970.

In the 1987 interview, Ono called the split that makes member of the Beatles so very free.

"Everyone gets really free. John is actually not the first to want to leave the Beatles," he said as quoted by the Huffington Post.

"(We saw) Ringo (Starr) an evening with Maureen (Starkey Tigrett), and he came to John and me and said he wanted to get out., George (Harrison) and then John," Ono said who is now 80 years old.

"Paul (McCartney) only wants to retain the Beatles. But the other three think Paul considers the Beatles as a band," says Ono.

"They were so like his band Paul, they do not like," he said.

Ono said that the split of The Beatles also cause strain on his relationship with Lennon.

She also said that her late husband misses his colleagues and "hope" all replaced by me. "

Ono statement  confirmed by McCartney last October comments on dissolution of the band. To David Frost, McCartney said that Ono did not cause the Beatles broke up.

"She did not make the group disbanded, the group was broken at that time," McCartney said, as quoted by The Guardian.

Sunday, December 9, 2012

"Gangnam Style" Rapper Psy apologizes for anti-U.S. Lyrics

Gangnam Style Rapper Psy apologizes for anti-U.S. Lyrics


The South Korean pop singer behind the viral smash hit "Gangnam Style" apologized on Friday for past concerts featuring anti-American lyrics, ahead of a holiday performance to be attended by U.S. President Barack Obama and his family.

Psy issued the apology after reports surfaced in the United States on Friday about his participation in two performances critical of the U.S. military in 2004. Psy's "Gangnam Style" Korean pop and dance video is now the most-watched video ever on YouTube, with more than 900 million views since it was first uploaded in July.

 "While I'm grateful for the freedom to express one's self, I've learned there are limits to what language is appropriate and I'm deeply sorry for how these lyrics could be interpreted," the rapper said in a statement. "I will forever be sorry for any pain I have caused by those words," he added. In one performance, which Psy said was from eight years ago, the rapper protested the deaths of two teenage South Korean girls who were run over by a U.S. tank stationed in the country.

 In a separate performance, Psy was critical of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq and its occupation, in which South Korean forces participated. Psy is scheduled to perform at the annual "Christmas in Washington" television special that will also be attended by Obama and his family, the White House said on Friday. Broadcaster TNT said Psy would still perform as planned.

Monday, November 19, 2012

Dating with Harry Styles, Taylor Swift Threatened Murdered


Dating with Harry Styles, Taylor Swift Threatened Murdered


Taylor Swift getting death threats on twitter because of a date with one of the personnel of One Direction, Harry Styles.

A group says itself "Directioners" post a message vile and unworthy to 22-year-old  gorgeous singer

"I would kill Taylor Swift  because date with  Harry. I'll kill her until he could not go out anymore," said one posting on twitter.

While other Twitter account, "If you go back out with Harry, I'll kill you."

The attack had hit the Directioners models Edie Campbell after doing the photo shoot with One Direction. He even closes his account.


As was reported earlier, Taylor Swift and Harry Style preached secretly dating again.

The young couple is frequently met in the last few weeks finally appeared together for the first time publicly at American X Factor studio last week in Los Angeles.

Both body language shows that they're dating. While in the studio, the young couple are holding hands and flirting with each other.

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Christina Aguilera, Bon Jovi, Springsteen Fundraise for Sandy Hurricane Victims


Christina Aguilera, Bon Jovi, Springsteen Fundraise for Sandy Hurricane Victims

Sandy storm that hit most areas of the United States, not only left a deep grief but also increase the sense of humanity among others. The destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy encourages celebrity world to create a fundraising event.

According to E! Online 1 Novermber 2012, NBC will broadcast live this fundraising event, aired starting at 8 pm. The event was hosted by Matt Lauer. Later the funds collected will be donated to the American Red Cross to assist the recovery after a disaster.


Musicians who will perform later are those who grew up in areas hit hardest. As Bruce Springsteen and Jon Bon Jovi from New Jersey and Billy Joel from Long Island.

Besides them, the musicians scheduled to take part are Christina Aguilera, Sting and Jimmy Fallon. Sandy hurricanes has killed dozens of people and caused a lot of destruction, especially in New York and New Jersey.

Monday, October 22, 2012

The old man Mick Jagger Ready to Shake London & New York, 50th anniversary of The Rolling Stones

The old man Mick Jagger Ready to Shake London & New York, 50th anniversary of The Rolling Stones


London - Old rock singer Mick Jagger has been practicing singing 70 songs in preparation for performing at the 50th anniversary of The Rolling Stones will be held later this year. While friends and enemies near Mick, Keith Richards, sure will be performing on stage with the old man Mick.

Four Stones frontman appeared on the red carp on Thursday, attended the premiere of "Crossfire Hurricane", a documentary about The Roliing Stones debut in London since 1962.

Mick Jagger, who is now aged 69 years, guitarist Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood and drummer Charlie Watts take a picture in front of press photographers before entering the cinema in Leicester Square, London.


"The exercise we will be very good. Already 70 different songs that we choose, 'she said to journalists, including Reuters. "I said, just need to exercise for 30 songs. Needless to 70 songs. But now we are in fact able to practice for 70 songs. But I do not know if we would all sing, "said the grandfather who had had several different wives.

Guitarist Keith added his concert will be in London and New York. "We are waiting for the right time. This two-way, two towns. Both should we live with all the people involved, "he said.

Rolling Stones are the most successful band in rock history will hold a 50th birthday by publishing a the album The Greatest Hits, displaying memorable photographs, memorabilia exhibits and a documentary film and a concert.


The Rolling Stones will perform on 25 and 29 November at the O2 Arena in London, before crossing the Atlantic Ocean and a gig at the Prudential Center, Newark, New York, on 13 and 15 December this year.

London tickets go on sale on Friday (10/20/2012), with priority Amex card holders and fans who are members of the Stones mailing list. Stones Fans voiced his frustration against the ticketing system and high prices, the cheapest 95 pounds (U.S. $ 152) and the highest 950 pounds (U.S. $ 1,520) a piece of VIP class.

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Madonna Carrying a Gun on stage during a concert in Denver


Madonna Carrying a Gun on stage during a concert in Denver


Denver - Madonna's action brandishing guns during a concert in Denver, Colorado has been criticized by her fans. Because, most of the population of Colorado is still traumatized and mourning over the shootings James Holmes at the premiere of the film "The Dark Kngiht Rises" in July. In the event that 12 people died and 71 were injured.

"All around me was surprised," said Aaron Fransua, 25, who attended the concert Thursday, October 19, 2012. "At the beginning of concert we sway, but when the action was going on, we just stood there shocked," he said.


The song in question is "Gang Bang". Toy rifle was used to shoot the dancers acting as a masked villain. Visualization of blood muncratan displayed on a large screen behind pangging. A line in the song lyrics read, "Shot my lover in the head."

Another audience, Peter Burns said people are not happy with the action. "We looked at each other," he said. He heard the crowd muttering a few words like, "Colorado", "Aurora", and "shooting". "Some of us even have left the room," he said.


Although only toy guns, action in every concert in the series of Madonna's world tour has been protested by some parties. In Scotland, for example, Madonna has been criticized by an organization calling itself Mothers Against Gun. "She should know better what to do," said a spokesman for the organization.

Madonna Management ignoring the protest. A staff who refused to be named said Madonna better cancel the concert rather than censoring the action. "She had often experienced such rejection.

In response to the action in Denver, Colorado, the Madonna still unmoved. This concert publicist, Liz Rosenberg says the action can not be revoked on the grounds that it is among one of the vital parts of the concert. "She would not subject to and be nice to people who oppose the action," she said.

Madonna also said she did not intend to offend people by using guns. She stated that the action stage, it is a symbol of the rise of the action is not tolerated in the world.


Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Hugh Jackman Dances Wolverine dance Gangnam Style with Psy


Hugh Jackman Dances Wolverine dance Gangnam Style with Psy


Korean pop sensation, Psy, recently kicked off Australia with his trademark dance and song, Gangnam Style. Not only dance with fans, he also danced with several artists in the country's kangaroo, one of them, the actor Wolverine, Hugh Jackman.

Psy is rumored gig at the Sunrise program on Australian television channel, Channel 7. According to the website news.com.au, there are already a lot of Psy fans who waited for hours watching the celebrities danced his trademark style.

Psy wear Louboutin sneakers for 1,000 U.S. dollars in Australia yesterday, Tuesday (16/10). In an instant, he drew the attention of the mass media, as well as celebrities of the country.

Overnight, Psy could upload their pictures with famous actor Hugh Jackman on his Twitter account, followed by about 700 thousand account. It seems both fun and passed the time exchanging "science".

In the photo of the cast of Wolverine looks Gangnam Style dancing with Psy, and both seem to have the typical Wolverine claws.

"Had a great time with @ RealHughJackman # GangnamStyleWolverine!!! Lol" Psy tweet.

Besides dancing Gangnam Style with Jackman, Psy also reportedly appeared with his trademark dance with the former Spice Girl, Mel B.

When asked if he was afraid to be known as the guy who is famous for only one hit song alone, Psy replied, "When did I only hit once known as the solver, not a problem, because I do not think people are going to respond at this, and I'm not trying hard to be like this. honestly, before Gangnam Style fame, I'm not the person responsible. I'm just an artist, so I hate responsibility. What I do now is the first step for Korean pop history. "

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Sarah Brightman Announces will take travel to Space

Sarah Brightman Announces will take travel to Space


British soprano singer Sarah Brightman, listed his name as the first singer who will fly into space. Space Adventures, a private company serving the travel space, said three octave singer has booked a seat in their flight.

Brightman said at a press conference in Moscow that he had booked a trip to the International Space Station. Brightman, who had a hit in 1978 with I Lost My Heart to a Starship Trooper and sold more than 30 million copies, will be the first recording artist in space.


She said that after a world tour in 2013 to her new album, Dreamchaser, she will spend six months at the Star City cosmonaut training center in Russia. "I consider myself not only as a dreamer, but the dream chaser," he said.

Brightman, who is also ambassador for UNESCO, said the trip will also serve as a way to promote the message of the United Nations to encourage women in science education and environmental awareness. He hinted at the possibility of doing "concert space" as part of his promotion.

She did not mention the exact time for the mission, but Alexei Krasnov, head of manned programs at Russian space agency Roscosmos, said she may fly in the fall of 2015.

Krasnov said the price for the flight was "tens of millions of dollars". However, he declined to give exact figures. Meanwhile, Eric Anderson, co-founder of Space Adventures, refused to call the number, but joked with ensuring that "it is a round-trip flight."