Leona Lewis for Stella - 8th November 2020!
Leona Lewis hasn't released an album in five years. This new magazine cover for 'Stella' reads like she just announced a bleeding new single.
They make note that this is her first UK interview and photoshoot in five years. I'm completely baffled at the headline, "she's back." I mean, back with WHAT exactly? Other than plans to re-release her massive 2013 Christmas single, 'One More Sleep,' the assisting article doesn't mention that she's planning to drop new music or even record it. Though it mentions she is using lockdown to write music. Unfortunately, that's been happening for a few years now and nothing has come of it. Back in June, she went on Instagram Live where she told fans that she's "scratching the surface" when it comes to new music. Many of us that still follow her are well aware she has her little private gigs here and there. However, she's clearly not interested in her music career any more. Her “comeback” for 'I Am' was lowkey and quiet. Maybe she's accepted she's never going to enjoy the commercial acclaim and success of 'Bleeding Love,' and is just content with blissful married life. It's also cool she holds no ill will towards her former X Factor boss Simon Cowell after she departed his Syco label due to creative differences a few years prior.
“I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for Simon. He’s a lovely, funny guy. But things change. As an artist you have to be true to yourself and follow the direction your music takes you,” she says. As for what the future holds career-wise, she's made her coins, and sometimes that's enough.`
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#RHOA: #TWIRL Kenya Moore in a Plunging, Leopard Print Dress…Hot or Not?
Kenya Moore has proven she can pull off pretty much any trendy look, whether wearing matching fringe dresses with daughter Brooklyn Daly or rocking thigh-high red suede boots. Now, The Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member is once again putting her fierce sense of style on display in a plunging, leopard print dress.
On November 6, Kenya took to Instagram to show off her latest head-turning outfit. As captured in the photo below, the RHOA mom looked stunning in a short-sleeved, animal print wrap dress that featured a low-cut neckline. Proving leopard print works in any season of the year, Kenya made the flirty, lightweight dress more fall-friendly by combining it with a pair of black, knee-high sock boots from Christian Louboutin.
Kenya topped off the bold ensemble with some hoop earrings, a long necklace, and a structured black handbag with gold hardware.
We’re not the only who took note of Kenya’s look. Several of Kenya’s fellow ‘Wives couldn’t help but chime in on the sexy outfit, taking to the comments to share their stamps of approval. “Gorg,” The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s Melissa Gorga wrote, while RHOA pal Marlo Hampton responded with several fire emojis.
#NewMusic from Tori Kelly Gets Us Ready For The Holidays With ‘A Tori Kelly Christmas’!
Gospel Frammy Award winning singer Tori Kelly Is out with her very first seasonal album, A Tori Kelly Christmas.The festive project – executive produced by GRAMMY-winning legend Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and her manager Scooter Braun – features several traditional and modern-day classics, plus two original tunes written by Ms. Kelly. Babyface, who also duets with Tori on "Let It Snow," puts his hit-making talents to good use throughout the album. “I’m so grateful to Babyface for helping me create an album that I am so proud of," Kelly enthused. "I still can’t believe that I got to work with such a legend on my first-ever Christmas album. He really brought my vision to life and made every song so special.
"While most of these songs have already been covered several times over, the combo of Tori's gorgeous vocals and Face's musicianship make A Tori Kelly Christmas a noteworthy project. Highlights include the rousing gospel medley "Joy To The World/Joyful, Joyful," a hip-hop and bounce-infused redux of "Sleigh Ride," a downtempo flip of "Go Tell It On The Mountain" and the stirring medley "O Come, O Come Emmanuel/O Come All Ye Faithful," enhanced by dramatic cello and soaring violins. Whimsical interlude "Elf" will make you smile with its mirthful harmonies. Plus, it serves double-duty as an intro to the swinging Babyface duet "Let It Snow.
"Original pop songs "25th" and "Gift That Keeps On Giving" are mistletoe-ready and radio-perfect without being cheesy. Don't be surprised if either (or both, really) become holiday staples for years to come. In a (chest)nutshell, if you like your Christmas music filled with soulful harmonies, clever instrumentation and warm feels, then A Tori Kelly Christmas should be high on your wishlist.
PREVIEW IT HERE
Head to your favorite retailer or purchase the exclusive Target edition, which features "Kid Again On Christmas" (another original) and Tori's interpretation of Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You."
#HipHopNews: An Outkast And A Tribe Called Quest Verzuz Battle Is Happening, Says!
The second season of Verzuz battles will feature an epic clash between OutKast and A Tribe Called Quest.
Verzuz co-creator Swizz Beatz let the cat out of the bag during an Instagram Live session with Kid Capri on Friday (Nov. 6). "We got Tribe Called Quest and OutKast," Swizz revealed, adding that the battle is pending. "I wasn't even supposed to say that. I might have just fucked that all up."
He added, "We love them and we got patients. So, whenever they ready we ready, 'cause Verzuz is not just something for the pandemic. It's something for the culture, permanently. That's what I want people to understand. We got so many lined up, we ain't even start yet."
The Verzuz format, co-created by Swizz Beatz and Timbaland has become a hit during the pandemic, as fans get to see some of their favorite artists go hit-for-hit on Instagram Live. Some of the highlighted matches have included DMX vs. Snoop Dogg, Fabolous vs. Jadakiss, 2 Chainz vs. Rick Ross, Nelly vs. Ludacris and more. They have not been restricted to rap. Monica vs. Brandy, Bounty Killer vs. Beenie Man, Eryakh Badu vs. Jill Scott have also been hits.
Picking battles has even become a point of contention. Earlier this year, 50 Cent and Ja Rule's beef was reignited after Fif shot down Ja's proposal to battle it out on Verzuz. Most recently, Busta Rhymes called out T.I. However, the King did not take the bait. To kick off season two, T.I. and Jeezy will go head-to-head on Nov. 19.
Donald Glover Says New Seasons Of “Atlanta” Will Be The Best TV Ever Made!
Donald Glover is giving “Atlanta” fans a glimpse of what they can expect in the future. The 37-year-old singer and “Atlanta” creator premiered the show on September 6, 2016.
Marks is a college dropout who becomes responsible for his cousin Alfred’s (Brian Tyree Henry) rap career with the artist name of “Paper Boi”.
The show follows the pair as they navigate Atlanta and attempt to bring success to the up-and-coming rapper. It also features stars Lakeith Stanfield and Zazie Beetz.
Over the weekend, Donald Glover opened up about the third and fourth seasons, which are set to premiere in 2021. He tweeted:
“while im here: ‘atlanta’ s3+s4 are going to be some of the best television ever made. sopranos only ones who can touch us.”
Glover also shared some insight into his music, tweeting:
“last music project was probably my best. but the one coming will be my biggest by far. listen to “new ancient strings” outside.”
and ended with:“there is a lot (of magic) comin. yall thought i was hot in 2018.”
“Atlanta” has been postponed over the last year. The third and fourth seasons were delayed because of coronavirus. Production was not able to continue shooting. Originally, the fourth season was supposed to premiere in January 2021. Now production won’t begin back again until early next year with season 4 also being delayed.
Are you ready to see the next season of “Atlanta”?
Tom Cruise Is seen Filming Late-Night Scenes for 'Mission Impossible' in Venice Italy!
Tom Cruise is spending another late night on set of the upcoming Mission Impossible!
The 58-year-old actor was spotted on top of a boat that was floating in the canal while filming a chase scene on Saturday night (November 7) in Venice, Italy.
Later that night, Tom was seen wearing a face mask as he arrived at a different location for more filming.
Tom‘s co-star Rebecca Ferguson was spotted running around the Campo San Giacomo dell ‘Orio while filming.
The seventh Mission: Impossible movie is currently scheduled to be released on November 19, 2021 and an eighth movie is going to be released one year later. We can’t wait!
Cardi B Shares Epic Unboxing of Her New Reebok Collaboration!
Cardi B is getting ready to drop her collab with Reebok! The 28-year-old rapper took to her Instagram on Sunday night (November 8) to share the epic unboxing of her new collab, which will be delivered to press on Monday.
The video, two ladies open up a giant gold “B” box and unravel a pink carpet. They then take out a smaller red box, that is also in the shape of a “B” which opens up into the shape of an open mouth. Her new black and white platform “Club C Cardi” sneakers can then be seen sitting on top of the tongue.
You can watch thew video HERE!
Cardi has been working with Reebok since 2018 and has been starring in several ad campaigns since then.
“It started with advertisements and I just loved what they brought to the table,” Cardi recently shared with Footwear News about her partnership. “I love that they saw my ideas. When I went to their headquarters in Boston they welcomed me. It was freezing that day and I just had a such a good experience and I thought, ‘Why not?’ I didn’t want to team up with someone who doesn’t care about my vision and just the product [but Reebok did].”
Cardi B‘s collab with Reebok will officially be launching on Friday, November 13th!
Alex Trebek Mourned by Game Show Peer Drew Carey Host of 'The Price Is Right'!
Drew Carey joined many other game show hosts in paying tribute to Alex Trebek on Sunday after his death due to pancreatic cancer. Trebek had battled the disease for over a year and had returned to work on Jeopardy! when his passing made headlines. The show confirmed the legendary Canadian host's death.
"Jeopardy! is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Thank you, Alex," the show's official Twitter posted. The news ushered a flood of tributes and mourning from the show's fans, but the fellow hosts indeed drove the news home for many. The Price is Right host joined Pat Sajak and Tom Bergeron, retweeting the Jeopardy! post from their account and adding his own take.
Bergeron shared similar words and a picture from his appearance on Celebrity Jeopardy next to the host. "Sad news this morning. His candid and courageous battle was an inspiration," the former Dancing With the Stars host wrote. Pat Sajak, arguably the closest to Trebek in the game show world, dedicated a meatier statement to the late host.
"Alex Trebek's courage, grace and strength inspired millions and awed those of us who knew him. A tremendous loss for his family, friends, co-workers and countless viewers," Sajak wrote on Twitter. "I was honored to be a friend and a part of his professional family for all these years. A very sad day."
Trebek had been diagnoses with stage IV pancreatic cancer nearly a year and a half earlier, giving realistic updates to fans throughout his treatments. He even kept his humor intact throughout, making jokes about continuing to host the show.
"Truth told, I have to! Because under the terms of my contract, I have to host Jeopardy! for three more years!" Trebek told fans. "So help me. Keep the faith and we'll win. We'll get it done. Thank you." Rest in peace.\\
BTS Wins Big at 2020 MTV EMA: See the Full List of Winners!
BTS were the big winners at the 2020 MTV EMA.
Like other award shows this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic the event aired virtually on Sunday, Nov. 8. In addition to BTS, winners also included Cardi B, Lady Gaga, Coldplay, Karol G, Hayley Williams and YUNGBLUD.
Several celebrities showcased hot red carpet looks at a pre-show event last week. Meanwhile, the artists and bands accepted their awards and gave shout-outs to their fans around the world in prerecorded videos.
BTS won four of the five EMAs for which they were nominated. After they won Best Group for the third year in a row, member RM said during their speech, "We'll keep working hard to be a group that can touch the hearts of people and give them hope through music."
Girl band Little Mix hosted the event, which was filmed in various locations including London and Budapest. The group also performed their new single, "Sweet Melody." Other performers included Alicia Keys, Doja Cat, Sam Smith and Zara Larsson.
There were also special appearances from DJ Khaled, Bebe Rexha, and Rita Ora.
Check out the full list of winners below:
2019 BTS Festa: Family Portraits
Best Video
DJ Khaled, "POPSTAR" ft Drake starring Justin Bieber - WINNER
Billie Eilish, "everything i wanted"
Cardi B, "WAP" ft Megan Thee Stallion
Karol G, "Tusa" ft Nicki Minaj
Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, "Rain On Me"
Taylor Swift, "The Man"
The Weeknd, "Blinding Lights"
Best Artist
Lady Gaga - WINNER
Dua Lipa
Harry Styles
Justin Bieber
Miley Cyrus
The Weeknd
Best Song
BTS, "Dynamite" - WINNER
DaBaby, "Rockstar" ft Roddy Ricch
Dua Lipa, "Don't Start Now"
Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, "Rain On Me"
Roddy Ricch, "The Box"
The Weeknd, "Blinding Lights"
Best Collaboration
Karol G, "Tusa" ft Nicki Minaj - WINNER
BLACKPINK, Selena Gomez, "Ice Cream"
Cardi B, "WAP" ft Megan Thee Stallion
DaBaby, "Rockstar" ft. Roddy Ricch
Justin Bieber, "Intentions" ft Quavo
Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, "Rain On Me"
Sam Smith, Demi Lovato, "I'm Ready"
BTS, MTV EMAs
Courtesy of MTV via Getty Images
Best Pop
Little Mix - WINNER
BTS
Dua Lipa
Harry Styles
Justin Bieber
Katy Perry
Lady Gaga
Best Group
BTS - WINNER
5 Seconds of Summer
BLACKPINK
Chloe x Halle
CNCO
Little Mix
Best New
Doja Cat - WINNER
BENEE
DaBaby
Jack Harlow
Roddy Ricch
YUNGBLUD
Biggest Fans
BTS - WINNER
Ariana Grande
BLACKPINK
Justin Bieber
Lady Gaga
Taylor Swift
Best Latin
Karol G - WINNER
Anuel AA
Bad Bunny
J Balvin
Maluma
Ozuna
Best Rock
Coldplay - WINNER
Green Day
Liam Gallagher
Pearl Jam
Tame Impala
The Killers
Best Hip-Hop
Cardi B - WINNER
DaBaby
Drake
Eminem
Megan Thee Stallion
Roddy Ricch
Travis Scott
Best Electronic
David Guetta - WINNER
Calvin Harris
Kygo
Marshmello
Martin Garrix
The Chainsmokers
Best Alternative
Hayley Williams - WINNER
blackbear
FKA twigs
Machine Gun Kelly
The 1975
Twenty One Pilots
Video for Good
H.E.R., "I Can't Breathe" - WINNER
Anderson .Paak, "Lockdown"
David Guetta & Sia, "Let's love"
Demi Lovato, "I Love Me"
Jorja Smith, "By Any Means"
Lil Baby, "The Bigger Picture"
Best Push
YUNGBLUD - WINNER
AJ Mitchell
Ashnikko
BENEE
Brockhampton
Conan Gray
Doja Cat
Georgia
Jack Harlow
Lil Tecca
Tate McRae
Wallows
Best Virtual Live
BTS – Bang Bang Con: The Live - WINNER
J Balvin – Behind The Colores Live Experience
Katy Perry @ Tomorrow Land – Around The World
Little Mix – UNCancelled
Maluma – Papi Juancho Live
Post Malone - Nirvana Tribute
Adele Returns To London To Finish New Album!
Adele is “totally focused” on recording new music. According to reports, the “Hello” singer has officially returned to British soil, where the superstar is dedicating all her energy toward perfecting her highly-anticipated new album.
"Adele wants to lay low while she’s here, which is easy with shades and a face mask,” an insider told The Sun on Sunday (November 8). “People don’t recognise her like they used to anyway. She’s not been able to release new music yet and she’s totally focused on that and getting each track just right. She still has a network of people she works with and links up with when she is over here."
The updates come amid years of fans’ anxious anticipation for Adele’s fourth studio album, which the singer-songwriter previously admitted still isn’t completed. In responding to a fan’s inquiry about when A4 will release, the “Rolling in the Deep” musician responded, “I honestly have no idea.”
As outlets have reported, however, Adele has been “pouring her heart and soul” into her next LP. What’s more, it’s rumored that the “Chasing Pavements” powerhouse has enlisted the talents of Raphael Saadiq and John Legend for her 25 follow-up effort.
"Adele is pouring her heart and soul into this record, including how she feels post-divorce,” an insider revealed. “She's been a fan of Raphael since she was a teenager and loves his back catalogue. She wants her next album to be full of soul, with a more eclectic sound."
These new reports of Adele's upcoming full-length come weeks after she made her hosting debut on Saturday Night Live, which saw the pop star return to the mic to perform a number of her greatest hits in a hilarious Bachelor-inspired skit.
Owners Of Tyler Perry’s Previous Studio File For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection!
Areu Studios, which purchased Tyler Perry’s previous film studio in late 2018, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last week.
The filing in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Atlanta does not state why this happened but all local movie and film studios were shut down for several months after the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March.
Areu Studios, which is located in the Greenbriar neighborhood of Atlanta, is currently open again and cable network Starz’s new wrestling drama “Heels” starring Stephen Amell is shooting there.
A Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing allows Areu Studios to continue to operate while it reorganizes its debts.
Ozzie Areu, former president for Tyler Perry Studios, and his brother Will Areu, purchased the space from Perry for $18.5 million.
The filing does not provide specific assets and debts but the filer has to identify a range. Areu Studios claims assets of less than $50,000 and liabilities of between $1 million and $10 million.
Twenty creditors are listed in the filing, including rental equipment firm Cinelease ($387,770), investor Mary Propes ($350,000), investor Miriam Miras ($290,000) and investor Spot on Content ($187,500).
Ozzie Areu, in an interview last year with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, said he wanted to funnel investment money into producing TV shows and films on top of providing rental space to production companies. Last year, his company purchased THEA, a local video streaming platform from the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, and Endavo, a video distribution software company.
The Areu Studios lot has five sound stages, a suburban back lot and four administration buildings. Areu had previously said he had plans to add a recording studio, a technology center and more sound stages.
He had said they are one of the few Latino-owned and -operated film and TV studios in the United States.
Perry purchased the property and opened the 57-acre studio in 2008. He quickly outgrew the space and ended up opening a far larger studio on 330 acres that used to be part of Fort McPherson, an Army base.
J-Lo will make appearance for WSJ. Magazine Innovator Awards!
Jennifer Lopez will make an appearance for WSJ. Magazine’s Innovator Awards on Wednesday, Page Six has learned, along with K-pop act BTS, Tyler Perry, Maluma, Michaela Coel, Ava DuVernay, Patti Smith, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Taraji P. Henson, Ethan Hawke, Swizz Beatz and James Corden, among others.
Customarily a VIP event at MoMA, this year’s virtual 10th-anniversary awards can be seen by the public, with registration at WSJinnovators.com.
Also appearing will be Ford Foundation head Darren Walker and artists Titus Kaphar and Hank Willis Thomas.
Nicki Minaj Is Struggling With The Decision On Getting A Nanny For Newborn Son!
On September 30, Nicki Minaj and husband, Kenneth Petty, welcomed a son. Since her son’s birth, Nicki hasn’t had much time for her fans, and they miss her!
Page Six reported that a fan tweeted at Nicki suggesting she gets a nanny to help out with her son because fans miss her.
“Everyone tells me that. Lol. I rlly should get one. Difficult decision tho,” the first-time mother responded.
Hiring a nanny for someone like Minaj is understandably difficult.
“Last night I tried to tweet while I was feeding him,” she added. “He looked @ me & said ‘absolutely TF NOT.’ he wants his undivided attention chile.”
Though Nicki has slowed down since the birth of her son, she has not stopped work completely. Going back on her statement to take a break from music to focus on her family, the queen of rap has released multiple songs and has a few more on the way before the year ends
Lori Harvey Gets Two Years Probation For 2019 Hit And Run Case!
Lori Harvey will avoid jail time after copping a plea deal in her 2019 hit-and-run case by pleading no contest to one misdemeanor count of resisting arrest.
According to TMZ, Harvey will have to complete two years of probation for the October 2019 incident in which she crashed her Mercedes G-Wagon into another car, leaving her vehicle toppled on its side and trying to flee the scene before cops arrived.
Police ultimately apprehended Lori when they found her walking down the street a short distance from the accident. Lori coolly FaceTimed her dad talk show host Steve Harvey while dealing with the officers.
Thankfully no one was seriously injured in the accident. But, it’s going to be a couple of years before she can put it behind her for good.
AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES
‘PROBLEM SOLVER’
Doesn’t even have to be Christmas for miracles to happen right in front of us.
HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!
EFREM
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