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Archive for the ‘music’ Category
Monday, November 30th, 2009
 James Todd Smith —people worldwide respect him by his hip-hop alias, which is short for “Ladies Love Cool James.”
Since bursting onto the music scene, he has released 12 albums and achieved much commercial and critical success. LL Cool J has stayed relevant by forever reinventing himself, his style, his music and by being a major creative force.
With his first album, Radio, he was able to use pop music formats to work with rap music, branding himself as a rap music-styled crooner with “I Need Love,” his first major hit. He reinvented himself again at the dawn of the 1990s with a tougher, meaner image with the song “Mama Said Knock You Out,” which won him his first Grammy Award. Then came the 1995 album Mr. Smith” with a heartfelt collaboration with Boyz II Men in “Hey Lover,” which won him another Grammy. LL Cool J’s subsequent albums Phenomenon, G.O.A.T., 10, The DEFinition, Todd Smith and Exit 13 all found commercial success as he explored a blend of club hip-hop and his own personal style.
Recent events could launch LL Cool J to new legend: he has been selected for potential nomination as one of the five inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for 2010. Should he make it, he will only be the third hip-hop music act to be inducted in the Hall’s history after Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five in 2007 and Run-DMC in 2009.
The competition for this year, however, is stiff. He is going against some other “Hall of Fame shoo-ins.” ABBA, KISS, Donna Summer and the Red Hot Chili Peppers are all potential nominees as well, among several other artists.
Can LL Cool J beat these odds? Thus far, the members of the Predicto community have spoken and, after more than 3,400 votes, 54% have voted yes to him becoming an inductee next year.
In the same way LL Cool J has transcended boundaries in music, acting and more, ”Userohll2979” says “He is one of the pioneer rappers that used hip-hop and rock together in his music.”
Others say it should not be and that hip-hop has no place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Predicto user ”Payge0713” voted no and commented “Honestly, he hasn’t done much to be inducted. Also, who would consider him rock? Study the definition of rock, people!”
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Tags: ABBA, celebrity, community, Donna Summer, Entertainment, Furious Five, game, Gossip, Grandmaster Flash, hip-hop, hot topics, kiss, LL Cool J, Mobile, pop culture, predict, prediction, Predicto, Predicto Mobile, Predicto.com, PredictoTV, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Run-DMC
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Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
 The nominations for next year’s Grammy Awards will be announced on December 2 and one of the year’s biggest stars is not eligible for one of the ceremony’s top honors.
The ubiquitous rookie Lady GaGa — who plastered airwaves with her singles “Just Dance,” “Poker Face,” “LoveGame” and “Paparazzi” — can’t be nominated because “Just Dance” was a contender at last year’s Grammys in the “Best Dance Recording” category, losing out to Daft Punk’s “Harder Better Faster Stronger.”
That leaves the field wide open for other newcomers to swoop in and claim the award. One of the frontrunners of this race is Keri Hilson. The R&B songstress might not bring instant recognition, but she’s this year’s “artist you don’t know, but have definitely heard.”
Need further convincing? Her partners on wax include Lil Wayne (on “Turnin’ Me On”), Timbaland (“The Way I Are”), and Kanye West and Ne-Yo (“Knock You Down”). She’s written songs for Ciara and Britney Spears. She’s even appeared as the object of desire in videos by Usher (“Love in This Club”) and Ne-Yo (“Miss Independent”).
Having already taken home an award for “Breakthrough Artist” from the BET Awards, can a nomination for “Best New Artist” at the Grammys be far behind? According to 68% of voting Predicto Mobile members, the odds are in the Decatur, Ga., native’s favor!
“Hilson has [an] incredible voice and [I] would not be surprised if she wins a Grammy,” says member “vau4252.”
“Ms. Hilson is very passionate about her career and holding her ground,” says “dnty4149.”
With such passionate praise, how can Grammy voters say no?
Will Keri get an earful when she hears her name announced as a nominee in the category? There’s one fun way to find out … make sure you visit Predicto.com and registering for the text message-based mobile game that has everyone predicting the outcome of sports, pop culture, news and entertainment events. Along with being able to vote on surveys, including this one, you’ll get updates when the answers are revealed.
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Tags: Britney Spears, celebrity, Ciara, community, Daft Punk, Entertainment, game, Gossip, Grammy, Grammys, hot topics, Kanye West, Keri Hilson, Lady GaGa, Lil Wayne, Mobile, Ne-Yo, pop culture, predict, prediction, Predicto, Predicto Mobile, Predicto.com, PredictoTV, Timbaland
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Monday, October 5th, 2009
 Pop 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!
Tags: 654654, celebrities, Deep House Dish, DJ Dynasty Handbag, duet, game, Kenan Thompson, Lady GaGa, Madonna, music, prediction, Predicto, Predicto.com, Saturday Night Live
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Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
 Janet 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.
See what Predicto Mobile community members are saying about this survey?
Want to find out what happens? Then visit Predicto.com to sign up for the text message-based mobile game that has everyone predicting the outcome of sports, pop culture, news and entertainment events. Along with voting (and you can vote on this survey, too), you’ll also receive text updates when the answer is revealed. What better way to stay up to date and have fun? Don’t forget to check us out on Facebook, too!
Tags: 654654, celebrities, Donatella Versace, game, Janet Jackson, JD, Jermaine Dupri, Michael Jackson, Milan, prediction, Predicto, Predicto.com
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Friday, September 25th, 2009
 Chris 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.
Want to find out what happens? Visit Predicto.com to sign up for the text message-based mobile game that has everyone predicting the outcome of sports, pop culture, news and entertainment events. Along with voting (and you can vote on this survey, too), you’ll also receive text updates when the answer is revealed. What better way to stay up to date and have fun?
Tags: 654654, celebrities, Chris Brown, Drake, game, Lil Wayne, Power 105, Powerhouse, prediction, Predicto, Predicto.com, Rihanna, tour
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