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Monday, September 27, 2010

"Scream" by Kelis (Official Music Video)

Nicki Minaj And Will.I.Am Get Futuristic On 'Check It Out' Video Set

Austin Brown, 'Target Practice' -- Song Premiere

Twenty-four year-old Austin Brown describes his debut single, the Rodney Jerkins-produced 'Target Practice,' as having a "Gloria Gaynor-inspired melody, kind of disco-y, but new age." He also says the track was influenced by the Daft Punk, Ed Banger sound, "and the energy that those songs bring."

That diversity is normal for Brown, who cites influences such as the Beach Boys, Eddie Kendricks, Frankie Lymon, George Michael, Prince and many more. So, where does a 24-year-old develop that sense of music history?

"My mom really would always sit with me and show me what inspired her, so if it was watching 'That's Entertainment' and watching Cyd Charisse, Ginger Rogers, Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, that's what she grew up on and that's what she showed me, early Elvis videos," Brown tells PopEater. "My mom always knew and always made sure to make it very important that I had a knowledge of where things came from. That's where my whole interest in music really started from -- my mom really schooling me on the basics."

Brown's mom is Rebbie Jackson, eldest sister of the legendary Jackson clan, so he had some of the best teachers in music. "When I was 12 years old my uncle Michael bought me a portable DVD player when they just came out and bought me 'Purple Rain,'" Brown recalls. "That's how much of a Prince fan I was. The DVD player, I thought that was cool, but when I saw 'Purple Rain' I freaked out and screamed."

As Brown steps into the spotlight, he knows he'll be closely watched by Jackson's fervent fans. "They're amazing. They're loving, heartfelt, loyal and they just support anything and everything that's his. It's one of the most amazing, loving things and he was so devoted to his fans," Brown says. "It's something I grew up seeing my whole life, so it's just how it's been."

"My uncle's the greatest to ever do it, period, and he did it for everyone who's in music," Brown adds. "He's influenced everyone, including myself, and I'm just a new artist who loves making songs and is stepping into this like anybody else."

Song at the source

New Information on Britney Spears' "Glee" Episode

New Preview


Britney herself will live-tweet the episode

More Video Shots for Rihanna's "What's My Name" Video



Joe Jonas to Release Solo Album in 2011

Joe Jonas is going solo.

That's right, Jonas Brothers fans. Better get used to just one JoBro on your stage, because E! News has exclusively confirmed the middle one is stepping out on his own…

"We are planning for an early 2011 release," a rep for Hollywood Records tells us. The Jonas Brothers recently ended the North American leg of their Camp Rock 2 tour, and Joe is currently in the studio working on his first solo effort.

The insider tells us that Joe "wants a more dangerous sound," along the lines of a "sexier, Justin Timberlake" vibe. Well, if Joe can emulate J.T., than we think he'll be just fine on his own.

We're also hearing that Joe wants to redo his look as well, opting for a "T-shirt -and-leather jacket" ensemble as opposed to the suit-and-tie get-up the Jonas Brothers have been known to favor.

Earlier this year, Joe dropped some hints that he would be following in younger brother Nick's footsteps by doing a sibling-free side project, telling our Marc Malkin, "I'm writing songs right now. I'm writing a lot of music."

And before the screaming and hysterics can begin, know that this is being labeled as a side project, and the Jonas Brothers are "absolutely not" breaking up.

"The JoBros are here to stay," says the band insider.

In other words, Jonas fans, you can have your trio cake and eat the solo pieces, too.

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First Preview of Britney on Glee

Lady Gaga Announces Even More North American Tour Dates Announced

Lady Gaga has added seven more North American dates to her 2011 world tour. Check them out below (on sale information is coming soon):

April 15, 2011 – Orlando, FL – Amway Center
April 16, 2011 – Tampa, FL – St. Pete Times Forum
April 22, 2011 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center
April 23, 2011 – Uniondale, NY – Nassau Coliseum
April 25, 2011 – Montreal, Canada – Bell Centre
April 27, 2011 – Cleveland, OH – Quicken Loans Arena
June 4, 2011 – Oakland, CA – Oracle Arena

Click here to view all the tour dates.

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