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Will Miley Collaborate with Jay-Z?

Monday, November 9th, 2009

Miley CyrusBy now, you’ve heard Miley Cyrus’ insanely popular “Party in the USA.” The single reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and has been a ubiquitous presence on pop radio since she performed the cut during the Teen Choice Awards.

One of the catchy lines in the ditty is “That’s when the taxi man turned on the radio/and a Jay-Z song was on/and the Jay-Z song was on/and the Jay-Z song was on.” With three repetitions, it seems pretty obvious that Cyrus is aware of Jigga’s body of work.

That logic appears to be flawed, though, as Cyrus claims that she’s never heard one of Jigga’s jams on the radio. How anyone living has managed to avoid this is unimaginable, just as Miley’s declaration that she doesn’t sing pop music.

By now, we’re guessing Cyrus has downloaded “Can I Get a …” and “Empire State of Mind” to her iPod. But will she be so inspired with Jay-Z’s flow that she’ll collaborate with the Brooklyn-bred rapper by 1/20? 60% of voting Predicto Mobile members actually say yes!

“She never heard [any] Jay-Z songs? Everyone has heard Jay-Z songs,” says member “zkxo4651.”

“I think that would be a rather different collabo, but interesting. They would go on and win many awards and yes, it would be a platinum track,” says “vuqb2092.”

“It would just be in her best interest musically to keep broadening her artist associations,” says “tuiw2873.”

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Will Adam Lambert Change His Album Cover?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Adam Lambert AlbumWe have a new addition one of our favorite blogs, Funny and Worst Album Covers. Yes, American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert has glammed it up for his debut disc, For Your Entertainment.

The hair, the makeup, the pose … it’s a little difficult to pinpoint what exactly it is that’s bad about the cover.

We’ll just go with “everything.”

Thing is, Lambert wants the album cover to be campy, accusing his critics of not “appreciating” what he’s channeling here. (Maybe that’s why he and Lady GaGa are buddies? He did say “she gets it, ya know?”)

Clearly unapologetic, Predicto wondered: Will Adam cave into public opinion and change the album’s artwork before it is release on November 23? 70% of voters say no, he won’t.

“The cover gets everyone’s attention,” says member “ckmr1440.”

“It’s his album, let him do what he wants to do,” says “nerm9329.”

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A New Album from Rihanna?

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Rihanna“The Wait is Ova.” This cryptic message — posted on Rihanna’s Web site along with the date November 23, 2009 — has everyone trying to guess what exactly it is that we’ve been waiting for from pop’s reigning princess.

There are three likely options. The first: speculation is circulating on the Internet that 11.23.09 will be the release date of a new album from Rihanna. After all, it’s been nearly two and a half years since she put out her classic Good Girl Gone Bad disc, a year and a half since its repackaged re-release and almost a year since the album got a remix makeover. With all of that filler material, fans are salivating for some new material.

Especially if it addresses option No. 2: Rihanna finally speaks out about the Chris Brown incident. The “Umbrella” singer has been tight lipped about the situation, not speaking to paparazzi or even Oprah about what went down back in February and how she’s adjusted since.

Option 3 is, or course, that she does both.

The day before 11/22 the American Music Awards. Though RiRi wasn’t nominated this year, might she be tapped as a performer on the live broadcast? We asked Predicto Mobile members about the possibility and an overwhelming 88% of voters say that yes, she will perform at the AMAs.

“I like Rihanna and will be happy to hear her perform,” says Predicto member “ywfz5325.”

“This will bring her to the top of R&B again,” says “bqgh0170.”

“She wants to let everybody know that she is doing OK,” says “mlgo9380.”

“Of course she will, provided Chris isn’t anywhere around,” says “zuau8320.”

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Will Madonna and GaGa Duet?

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Madonna Lady GaGaPop culture aficionados got a double dose of glamour on Saturday when Lady GaGa and Madonna shared the stage during a skit on Saturday Night Live.

During the skit “Deep Night Dish,” the duo was introduced by DJ Dynasty Handbag, played by Kenan Thompson. As the divas began to perform, they play fought with each other, starting with Madonna reaching for Lady GaGa’s wig and attempting to pull it off.

The fight continued to the couch, where Thompson did his best to referee the girl fight. He then persuaded the two to kiss each other, à la the Material Girl’s smoochfest with Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards. Instead of the two pop icons locking lips, DJ Dynasty Handbag interrupted and got kissed by both of them.

The skit looked to be lots of fun and the two seemed to enjoy each other’s company. Will that camaraderie extend to the recording studio? GaGa has said that Madonna is one of her influences and Madge has never been shy about passing the torch to the next generation (remember the kiss and the VMAs).

Nearly 71% of voting Predicto Mobile community members say the pair will collaborate on a song by 1/31.

“I predict it’ll happen and then when the VMA is given to them, RuPaul will interrupt and tell the audience that Cher had one of the best videos ever,” says member “rqhx7049.”

“Heck yeah! Lady is like a Madonna for this millennium anyway! They’re crazy, cutting edge and blur the lines of socially acceptable behavior!” says “Nikiya.”

“One of the best SNL performances in a long time. The skit was good, too. This is a matchup that would be good for both artists,” says “rmvl0448.”

“Madonna would, but just like Britney, it will be a one time thing. And the only good part about the whole thing is Madonna!” says “tcsy8827.”

Will this dynamic duo get into the groove and just dance? With GaGa touring and Madonna promoting her new greatest hits disc, it might be out of the question right now, but who knows what will happen in the coming months? Your best bet is to visit Predicto.com to register for the text message-based mobile game that has everyone predicting the outcome of sports, pop culture, news and entertainment events. Along with voting, you’ll get updates when the answers are revealed, including on this survey, which you can vote on today!


Have Janet and JD Gotten Back Together?

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Janet Jackson Jermaine DupriJanet Jackson has never been one to talk about her love life. We knew about her brief but public marriage to the member of another musical family, James DeBarge of the DeBarge clan, and her very-secret-but-then-public relationship with husband Rene Elizondo. Outside of these two couplings, Janet has really only been linked to Jermaine Dupri, the music mogul who originally headed So So Def Records before landing executive gigs with Virgin and Island Def Jam.

The pair dated for nearly seven years before reportedly calling it quits around the time Jackson’s brother Michael died. But these pictures have everyone asking if the duo has reconnected.

Janet and JD were in Milan for Fashion Week when photogs snapped pics of the couple at Donatella Versace’s after-party. Did they both happen to be in the same place at the same time? Or was there something more … planned taking place?

We asked Predicto Mobile community members if they thought Jackson and Dupri would confirm they are once again dating, and the results are overwhelming. Nearly 86% of voters expect an official “yes, we are” from the two by 12/10.

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Chris Brown’s Making Headlines … and Not in the Papers

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Chris BrownChris Brown hasn’t done much performing since the February “incident” in which he assaulted his then-girlfriend, Rihanna. Besides filling in for up-and-comer Drake (BET’s Rookie of the Year?) at a tour stop in Virginia, Brown has kept a low profile.

That could change very soon as he may headline a concert. Given that Doublemint gum distanced itself from the R&B crooner, is it surprising that a radio station, specifically New York’s Power 105, would give him top billing in a high-profile show?

The Power 105 Powerhouse concert is set for October 27, and Brown shares stage duties with the likes of Mario, Ginuwine and Trey Songz. There’s no doubting that Brown is one of today’s most engaging performers, who may have an added appeal given his ability to channel Michael Jackson, but will the show go on — with him as a part of the act? 70% of voting Predicto Mobile members predict that Breezy will pack the arena from wall to wall and will perform at Powerhouse.

“I hope this brings him back. It just shows that we are all human!” says member “qpln6511.”

“He is very talented and learning a lesson,” says “ftnv2476.”

“They need to leave Chris Brown alone!” says “npiw8493.”

Have Chris’ apologies appealed to the public to give him another change? (If they haven’t, perhaps this bow-tie did the trick.) If so, he just might feel comfortable enough to take the stage.

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Is Drake BET’s Rookie of the Year?

Friday, September 18th, 2009

DrakeBET recently announced its nominees for its Hip-Hop Awards. Of course all of the usual suspects appeared multiple times, including Kanye West, Eminem, Jay-Z and Lil Wayne.

Newcomer Drake scored three nods: MVP of the Year, Lyricist of the Year and Rookie of the Year. How did a relative unknown from Canada become one of the most in-demand names in the rap industry?

Well, after a series of mixtapes and being featured on the network’s 106 & Park, Drake was romantically linked to Rihanna, though their “relationship” seems to have been nothing more than a rumor. He affiliated himself with Lil Wayne’s clique, Young Money, and embarked on a tour, despite hurting his knee. He even appeared on 2009’s BET Awards and had a single climb all the way to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 (“Best I Ever Had”).

Not bad feats for the soon-to-be 23-year-old and worthy ammo for a Rookie of the Year nomination. But will he win when the awards are broadcast on October 27? 72% of voting Predicto Mobile players say yes!

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Will Miss Piggy Denounce Lady GaGa for Stealing Kermie?

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Kermit Lady GaGaOh no she didn’t! Lady GaGa may have had one of the biggest nights in MTV Video Music Award history with her big wins and hot performance, but is she about to become the other woman in a scandalous love triangle?

You see, when GaGa went to the VMAs, she was seen smooching with none other than Kermit the Frog. Kermie is dedicated to one Miss Piggy, the diva of all divas.

It’s common knowledge that our favorite sow is pretty much obsessed with Kermit, whether he accepts this or not. She can’t be pleased with GaGa smooching up on her man.

Predicto wondered: Will Piggy denounce Lady Gaga for strutting around the hottest event in music with her frog by 10/1? 67% of voting members say yes!

“That’s Ms. Piggy’s man. I would be upset, too,” says member “orwf9157.”

Miss Piggy“Miss Piggy owns Kermit. She is probably kickin’ his @$$ now,” says “johnel.”

“Get your own frog!” says “npiw8493.”

“Maybe Lady GaGa and Miss Piggy should do collaboration,” says “rqhx7049.”

It could be called “Porker Face.” OK, bad joke.

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After the MTV Fiasco, will Kanye Skip His Leno Performance?

Monday, September 14th, 2009

Kanye West Taylor Swift
The MTV Video Music Awards are a known hotspot for controversy. This year’s event was no exception, and neither was its igniter: Kanye West.

After an electrifying tribute to Michael Jackson by various dancers and Janet Jackson, the awards started to make their way out to their soon-to-be owners, specifically the one for Best Female Video.

One of the contenders was Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It),” which has achieved iconic video status, but the category’s winner was Taylor Swift’s “You Belong to Me.” Once Swift began her acceptance speech, West took to the stage and took the microphone from her. He recognized that Taylor’s work was good, but then proceeded to say that Beyoncé’s video was one of the best of the decade. Swift looked heartbroken in the background, while Beyoncé looked embarrassed.

Kanyeezy was booed and it wasn’t long before producers kicked him out of the awards with girlfriend Amber Rose in tow.

Many attendees and celebrities took to their Twitter accounts blasting Kanye’s behavior. Everyone from rapper Pitbull to former American Idol Kelly Clarkson seemed to be on Team Taylor.

In a classy move, Beyoncé, whose “Single Ladies” won Video of the Year, expressed how excited she was to win her first VMA with Destiny’s Child when she was 17. After expressing how important that moment was to her, she invited Swift back to the stage so that she could finish her speech.

Since then, Kanye continues to be the most hated man in America. Given that he’s set to perform on Jay Leno’s new prime-time show tonight with Jay-Z and Rihanna, Predicto wondered: will he skip out on the show due to the VMA fiasco? 74% say no and expect Kanye to make his scheduled performance.

“Just because Kanye told Taylor off doesn’t mean he’s not going to do the hottest TV show with a legend like Jay-Z,” says member “rxfm2252.”

“If he skips out it will only show that he was totally wrong in what he said. It would be like admitting guilt,” says “warpony75.”

“I think Mr. West ticked off a lot of people at the show and should apologize to them tonight,” says “pxbo7193.”

“I want to challenge Kanye to a fistfight for being disrespectful to the entire entertainment industry by being a punk for real,” says “kqnc9334.”

Yowza! Let’s not get into any fights over this. After all, as host Russell Brand said, last night was about love. Maybe not everyone practiced it in a way that everyone else agrees with, but we speculate that TV ratings, album sales and “boos” will let Kanye know how folks feel about this situation in the long run.

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The United Nations Under Paradiso Girls

Monday, August 31st, 2009

It was a quiet afternoon in our offices on Seventh Avenue … and then the Paradiso Girls showed up! The five internationally famous singer-dancers rocked through the Predicto reception area, and it was like a small atom bomb went off among our cubicles. Each of the Paradiso Girls represents a different country, and all were high-energy bundles of fun. We had Chelsea (USA), Shar (The Philippines), Aria (France), Kelly (Barbados) and Lauren (UK) stop by for an interview (and a brief a cappella show) as we walked around the Chelsea section of West Side of Manhattan. The girls literally stopped traffic and were a lot of fun to hang out with. They really loved answering our questions about music and pop culture, so watch Episode 38 of Predicto TV now!