Wednesday, February 25, 2009

2/25 RSS - Music




Jonas Brothers Larger Than Life at 3D Movie Premiere
February 25, 2009 at 8:43 am

Pop sensation Jonas Brothers premiered their highly-anticipated rockumentary 'Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience' Tuesday night -- and ET's Kevin Frazier spoke with Kevin, Joe and Nick at their big premiere, where they tell us about documenting their hectic lives for the new movie!

Lines wrapped around the block hours before the premiere of the trio's 3D movie at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood. There's no doubt about it -- Jonas fans couldn't wait to see the movie that combines excerpts from the band's Burnin' Up tour, behind-the-scenes footage, and new songs!

"This is unbelievable, I can't even hear myself think," Nick says about the fans at the premiere. "We're so honored so many people came out to support the movie." Watch the video to hear Kevin, Nick and Joe tell ET all about their big night!


Spinal Tap 25th Anniversary: Unwigged & Unplugged
February 24, 2009 at 4:44 pm

Spinal Tap is back! For the 25th anniversary of the classic rock mockumentary, comedians/actors/musicians/directors Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer are reuniting for an "Unwigged & Unplugged" tour. Read on for more details…

The musical comedy trio are planning an acoustic 30 city tour in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the Rob Reiner-directed film. This will mark the first time that Guest, McKean and Shearer have ever performed unwigged and unplugged.

The hilarious 1984 'This Is Spinal Tap' follows the exploits and history of heavy metal rockers David St. Hubbins, Derek Smalls and Nigel Tufnel as they tour the U.S. to promote their latest release, Smell the Glove. Since the film's successful premiere and subsequent cult status, Guest, McKean and Shearer have performed live and in character over the years at various venues.


Jonas Brothers Make Surprise Announcement!
February 24, 2009 at 5:00 am

The Jonas Brothers may be coming to a theater near you -- literally! With their new movie, 'Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience,' in theaters nationwide this Friday, Kevin, Joe and Nick made a major announcement Monday night.

The trio held a press conference at Million Air in Burbank, CA to announce a partnership with NetJets to surprise fans with unexpected "pop-ins" at numerous 'Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience' showings coast-to-coast this weekend!

"We can't give too many details as to what cities or how many cities we'll be going to," Nick says. "What we can tell you is it will be a coast-to-coast tour and it's really all about our fans, and being able to experience this with them."


Stevie Wonder Honored in Washington
February 23, 2009 at 8:58 pm

Music legend Stevie Wonder is performing in Washington and receiving a distinguished award from President Obama at the White House! Read on for the details…

Wonder is receiving the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song from the Library of Congress, to be awarded by Mr. Obama later this week in a White House ceremony, reports the Associated Press.

Tonight, Wonder performs a newly composed song -- commissioned by the Library of Congress -- for the first time with a full orchestra at the library.


Pussycat Dolls Remake Oscar-Winning Song
February 23, 2009 at 7:24 pm

After A.R. Rahman's "Jai Ho" took home Oscar gold Sunday night -- a Pussycat Dolls remake of the song with lyrics in English debuted Monday morning on Ryan Seacrest's 102.7 KIIS-FM morning show, On-Air with Ryan Seacrest. ET has the details!

The 'Slumdog Millionaire' song is remade with vocals by the Dolls lead singer Nicole Scherzinger, and includes Rahaman's vocals.

Click here to hear Ryan's debut of the Dolls' version of "Jai Ho."


Taraji P. Henson Talks About Her Oscar Surprise
February 23, 2009 at 4:45 pm

'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' actress and Academy Award nominee Taraji P. Henson attended Prince's annual Oscar after-party, talking to ET's Kevin Frazier about her Oscar surprise.

"It was incredible. It was an amazing night ... win-win situation," the Oscar nom says of her front row seat at the show.

Henson said it was Goldie Hawn's words to her that surprised her most. "She's incredible and she's like one of my favorites." Henson said. "That was the win to me tonight."


Baby News for Spice Girl Melanie C
February 23, 2009 at 1:41 pm

Melanie C of the Spice Girls, also known as Sporty Spice, gave birth to a baby on Sunday.

The baby girl weighed in at 8 lbs., 3 oz. and is named Scarlet Starr.

Mel C reports on her website that both she and her baby are "doing fine."


Glam Squad: February's Finds
February 23, 2009 at 12:21 am

See whose glamorous style is turning heads around town!

Star Sightings: Forever February
February 22, 2009 at 11:03 pm

Catch Hollywood's brightest stars out on the town!

Nicole Richie Baby News
February 22, 2009 at 11:00 am

Nicole Richie's partner Joel Madden shares the exciting news, which he describes as "better than winning an Oscar."

Joel announced on the blog of his band Good Charlotte on Saturday night that Nicole is pregnant with baby No. 2! "What's better than winning an Oscar? I am so happy to tell everyone that Harlow is going to be a big sister! God has truly blessed my family. Hope you're all feeling as good as I am right now."

Nicole, 27, and Joel, 29, became the parents of their first daughter Harlow in January 2008.




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