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Archives: April 2008
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Happy Birthday, Drew! April 30, 2008
Drew Seeley is celebrating his 26th birthday today. Known for his voice in High School Musical you can also hear him on DisneyManias 4 and 5, Radio Disney Jams 9, and such soundtracks as The Cheetah Girls 2, and High School Musical: The Concert. He's currently working on "Another Cinderella Story" with Selena Gomez. Can't wait! (photo: Eric Shimohata)
Happy Birthday, Kirsten! April 30, 2008
Kirsten turns 26 today! This Spidey girlfriend is keeping herself busy these days with a lot of movie projects. She'll be starring alongside Megan Fox in How to Lose Friends & Alienate People, which comes out this October. We can't wait to see her return to the big screen! (photo: pr photos)
Dance Battle is ON! May 1, 2008
It is an old European tradition to Dance Into the May! And I'm sure they were quoting their classics when Step Up 2 the Streets director Jon M. Chu and dancer Adam Savani called Miley Cyrus out... To The Biggest Online Dance Battle – Round 2! We’re not sure if she ever got the memo, but these guys have collected the most awesome group of dancers and celebrities to take 'the contest' up a notch, and whether Miley counters or not, there is some amazing dancing worth seeing! They call themselves ACDC (Adam/Chu Dance Cru) and include the dance stylings of everyone from Chris Brown and Amanda Bynes to Lacey Schwimmer, Jabbawokeez and Hok Konishi. Think Miley can top that?!? Just make sure to get your parents permission before going to YouTube, as we don’t control the content there. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UA7dEWKAT7Y (photo: pr photos)
Lindsay Gives Back April 29, 2008
Bad girl on the road to recovery (we hope) Lindsay Lohan has become the face of a new ‘re-use’ effort in London. It’s called the Visa Swap Shop, and when you donate clothing to the store, you get points on a Visa card which you can then use to buy other donated items in the store! What a great way to get people recycling! Maybe she can bring the great idea to the states so we can start clothes-swapping, too! Go green! (photo: pr photos)
Owwww! April 29, 2008
Last night on Dancing with the Stars, Christian de la Fuente suffered a painful muscle pull during his performance with Cheryl Burke. The Chilean soap opera star tried to keep it professional and go on with the show, but nearly dropped and then fell on his dancing partner due to the pain! That’s when the judges stopped the music and went straight to commercial, to see if there was something that could be done. Christian was sent off to the hospital, and we are all waiting to see what happens next! Until we know, we wish Christian the best, and hope he has the speediest of recoveries! (photo: pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Jessica! April 28, 2008
Jessica Alba, who is turning 27, is definitely a favorite! She recently took home the Nick Choice Award for fav actress! Most recently, she starred in "The Eye" and just around the corner we'll see her in "The Love Guru" with Mike Myers and Justin Timberlake. You just can't stop her! And with talent like hers, why would you want to? (photo: pr photos)
Disney Games Begin! April 28, 2008
Today is the first day of the 2008 Disney Channel Games at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida! All your fave Disney stars will be on hand and divided into teams to compete in a series of wacky and weird events to see which team wins the gold this year! The Games officially run from April 28th thru May 2nd, and will air Saturday nights all summer long on the Disney Channel. Below is a list of the teams – though Disney has announced that they are keeping the teams a secret until each player arrives at the stadium, so this might not be the final info! We’ll keep you informed if the teams change! Red Team * Collin Cole * Carlson Young * Emily Osment * Jennifer Stone * Giulia Boverio * Côme Levin * Cole Sprouse * Kevin Jonas * Corbin Bleu Blue Team * Selena Gomez * Isabella Soric * David Henrie * Tony Oller * Seth Ginsberg * Nick Jonas * Micheal Seater * Lucas Grabeel * Raven-Symoné Green Team * Madison Pettis * Jake T. Austin * Ashley Leggat * Brenda Song * Sydney White * Maiara Walsh * Kyle Massey * Andrea Guash * Robson Nunes Yellow Team * Miley Cyrus * Ashley Tisdale * Joe Jonas * Dylan Sprouse * Jason Dolley * Demi Lovato * Mitchel Musso * Gabriella Rodriguez (photo: pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Channing! April 26, 2008
Ok, how can we not wish this hottie a happy 28th birthday? Over the last few years we've seen a lot of great films featuring Channing and it's not over yet! Over the next two years, he'll have four movies in the works. We're always happy to see Channing on the big screen! (photo: pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Sara! April 25, 2008
Sara is turning 20 and she's all smiles for her birthday! This Sydney White star isn't evil at all. In fact, Sara is the cover girl for our April/May Earth Day issue out now, and is starring in a new movie along side Drake Bell. What a team of beauty and talent! Happy Brirthday, Sara! (photo: pr photos)
Calling All HSMers! April 25, 2008
It’s on! ABC has finally announced the deets on it’s High School Musical reality series! It’s going to be called “High School Musical: Summer Session”, and Nick Lachey will be the host! That way, even if the performers aren’t ‘Zac Efron’ cute, we’ll at least still have Nick to look at! The show is set to premiere on ABC on June 20th, but more importantly, auditions begin this weekend!!! Anyone 16-22 is eligible, but bring your parents if you’re under 18! Full info here! Check the list below for spots near you, and break a leg! 4/27/08 Long Beach, CA 5/7/08 Orlando, FL (photo: pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Kelly! April 24, 2008
Kelly Clarkson is 26 today! Kelly first came to our attention as the original American Idol! Since then she's gone on to release top charting cds, headline multiple tours with and without the other Idols, plus television and film performances! Kelly, you earned it! Have a great day! (photo: pr photos)
Jonas On Oprah!
April 24, 2008 We so hope you got home in time to catch this: The Jonas Brothers are on Oprah today! Along with a few hundred fans, and the two fans in particular who started the phone, letter writing and email campaign to get them on the show! It's a little too much fun! So Get tuned IN! (photo: pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Matthew! April 23, 2008
Matthew is turning 18! This on-screen charmer from Zoey 101 has the same birthday as William Shakespeare! Matt has been on stage practically his whole life and we're excited to see what he has in store for us in the future. We featured him as one of our 'Ten Greenest celebs under 21', and with good reason! This guy is committed to taking action to change the world. And after all, 'all the world's a stage'!!! Happy Birthday, Matthew! (photo:pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Tyson! April 24, 2008
Tyson is turning 24! We can't reject the All-American Rejects lead singer on his very own happy birthday! We hear that Tyson is working on a new CD - can't wait! (photo: pr photos)
Happy Birthday, Shirley Temple!
April 23, 2008 The first lady of all child stars, Shirley Temple celebrates her birthday today! A huge star in the 1930's and 1940's, Shirley starred in her first full length movie "Stand Up and Cheer" at the age of six, performing her hit "Baby, Take a Bow" and outshining her adult costars. By that time, she already had 21 short films to her credit, and had been working since she was four! She then went on to make over 38 more movies before leaving acting in 1949 at the age of 21. She went on to become a United States Ambassador, and is now retired and living in California. Happy 80th Birthday, Shirley Temple! (Photo:Kobal/20TH CENTURY FOX/The Kobal Collection/WireImage.com)
Happy Earth Day, Everyone!
April 22, 2008 This is such an exciting day! One day dedicated to the place we need to live! Now, your mission: All day today, make the extra effort to make sure that you think about the consequences of your actions! What does that mean? That bottle you’re just throwing in the trash? Sure, that’s better than leaving it lying around, but how about walking the extra however long, and putting it in a recycling bin? We swear that even if it does take a lot more effort to do, it is definitely worth it. Let me see: Do something, save the planet – Don’t do something, maybe not have a planet that supports life… That is a true no brainer! Just imagine everyone at your school doing it. A tiny bit of effort - with huge consequences. Try every energy-saving, re-using, re-ducing thing you can think of today, and make at least one of them a new habit for you! That’s an incredible gift to the earth on its very own day!
See, Hear, Read Miley! April 22, 2008
It's official! Miley has signed a book deal! The Disney Book Group has agreed to pay the young mogul seven figures for the right to publish the story of her childhood in Nashville, the move to LA, and the close bond she has with her family. What does ‘seven figures’ mean? That’s seven numbers in a row before you get to the decimal point. So if the first number is only a 1, that’s still $1,000,000! Knowing Miley, a bunch of that will go to one of her favorite charities, too! The book is scheduled to come out together with the new Hannah Montana movie in Spring of 2009. That’s just how long it takes to write a book, so we’ll learn patience until then! (photo: pr photos)
Mariah Breaks Records! April 23, 2008
Not literally! Mariah Carey’s new album E=MC2 has sold 463,000 copies in it’s first week out, making it her 6th #1 album of her career, and the highest week of sales both for her personally and for any other album this year! Those are some pretty kewl numbers! This means she’s now tied for #1 albums with Janet Jackson and Madonna (Even though all are lagging behind Barbra Streisand!), though Madonna may make a run for it next week when her album Hard Candy streets. Interesting news in the music business is the fact the Miley’s new album for her Best of Both Worlds Concert shot from #31 to #3 this week, after leaving its exclusive deal with Wal-Mart for it’s first five weeks of release. Knowing that the album would have made #1 if it had been released traditionally – to all sellers at once – instead of the exclusive deal, might switch the music business back away from these kind of deals. Who knows? But it would have been nice to see Miley back at #1 a few weeks ago, wouldn’t it? (photo: pr photos)
Now He’s Wolf Boy April 21, 2008
You probably remember the memorably cute actor Taylor Lautner from his stint as Shark Boy in the old 3D kids movie Shark Boy and Lava Girl. Now he’s 16, and taking on roles that befit his age. He’s already started at work on the first film of the “Twilight” book series. He’ll be playing Jacob Black, a boy who has recently found out about his native American heritage, and his powers as a werewolf. Sounds like a lot to deal with! This karate champion will also be sporting a long hair wig, which may take some getting used to, as he’s always kept his hair short for competition. Right now, Taylor is enjoying number one status on the Internet Movie Database’s Star Meter – which is quite a feat! Congratulations, Taylor! The movie also stars Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson in the leads. Kristen was the romantic lead in “In the Land of Women” and Robert was hottie Cedric Diggory in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”. The movie is set to release this year for Christmas! (photo: pr photos)
More Camp Rock Videos!
April 21, 2008 There’s a new “Camp Rock” video out for the song from the upcoming movie, “We Rock” – and we think it’s pretty good! You get to see a lot more of the cast, and they get to show us a lot more of their moves! It’s on YouTube, so get your parents permission before jetting off to that site. The guys are currently in Mexico, but we’re sure they’ll be back again soon… there’s only so much time before Camp Rock premieres on June 20th! Start the countdown! It’ll be on Disney Channel, ABC Family and ABC, so no one will be left out! (photo: pr photos)
Ashlee on Sunset! April 19, 2008
To kick off Nickelodeon’s newest teen dance show “Dance on Sunset”, music sensation Ashlee Simpson will appear on the show this Sunday @ 8:30pm to perform her latest single, “Little Miss Obsessive”. On this hot new show, dance and music really meet with guest appearances by the hottest acts in today’s music mixed with the newest dance moves known to man! Along with the Nick 6 Dancers, teens at home and in the studio (Nick on Sunset!) will learn the kewlest moves around, and can even submit moves of their own to the shows website (www.danceonsunset.com) for a chance to be on the show! And when we say celebrities, we aren’t kidding! Among those slated to appear are Ashlee Simpson and the Naked Brothers Band this week, plus Janet Jackson, Akon, Fergie, , Menudo, Panic at the Disco, Jesse McCartney and Soulja Boy. (photo: Lisa Rose/Nickelodeon)
Happy Birthday, America! April 18, 2008
Turning 24 today is America Ferrera. Many know her as Betty Suarez from Ugly Betty. In fact, for her role in Ugly Betty, Ferrera won the 2007 Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Comedy or Musical, beating out fellow nominees Marcia Cross, Felicity Huffman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Mary-Louise Parker. As a result of the award, she was congratulated by the U.S. House of Representatives as being a role model for young Hispanics! (photo: pr photos)
Spotlight: Fran Lucci, American Idol Songwriting Finalist  April 18, 2008
American Idol Songwriter is a competition where YOU pick your fav song to be sung by your AI! The winning song will not only be performed on the AI finale, but the writer(s) will be signed to a publishing deal. And of course the winning "Idol" will release the song. But you gotta hurry, voting is only open until April 23rd. Register to vote now! Fran Lucci is one of the lucky 20 finalists! She co-wrote a beautiful song called, Thank You Whatever Comes .Her song was selected from over 30,000 entries!
KEWL Mag got to talk with this amazing songwriter about her music and what this competition means to her: How long have you been writing? Since I was 10 years old!
Why do you like songwriting? It's a challenge and an outlet for my thoughts and feelings. It takes me to the deepest place in myself and it's like writing a novel on one page. It also marks a moment of a particular time in my life. I also get to hear the fruits of my labor right away.
In general, is it hard to write a song? If you're inspired, the first pass of a song is easy. The hard part is keeping it interesting beyond the 1st verse and chorus. You have to pace yourself so the song remains interesting throughout both melodically and lyrically. It's when you're not initially inspired that it becomes more challenging. Like using your imagination to say 'what if' this happened' or that 'what would it feel like to be that person'.
Where do your ideas come from? From my life. From the lives of others. From things I see and hear about. Even from one word. I heard someone in an interview use the word 'Melancholia' to describe her state of depression. I'd never heard melancholy used as a noun before. I was so inspired by her use of the word, I wrote a song called 'Melancholia'.
Do you write without knowing exactly where the song is going? Oh of course. Those are the best songs. When you let them become themselves and shape them later. Kind of like a sculpture. Sometimes I know the intent from the start, but the ones I don't control at first, are the most fun to write. I wrote a song called 'Maybe' by closing my eyes and pointing to a spot in a magazine and taking the line or phrase that I saw when I opened my eyes. The song shaped itself.
How did you find out about the AI competition? I am a die hard Idol fan through and through. I heard about it first last year and of course when they announced the songwriter contest this year, I was so in!
Did you even think you'd have a chance of getting into the finals? This year, I had this feeling when I submitted Thank You Whatever Comes,that it would get chosen. It wasn't quite a hope, but a feeling.
If you win this competition, what will that mean to you as a songwriter? It will be a dream realized and it will validate what I've always known about Thank You Whatever Comes as a song. That it's a really special thought about being open to what's coming next. Which is what will be the case for next American Idol and for me as well. KEWL wishes her and all the finalists the best... whatever comes. Make your vote count NOW!
Bye, Bye, Kristy Lee! April 17, 2008
Last night it finally happened: Kristy Lee Cook was voted off American Idol. The sweet southern-style songstress from Selma, Oregon has been in the bottom three all but once since the top 12 competition began, but always seemed to skate out of harm’s way. This time, she wasn’t so lucky. Whether it was the R&B theme of the night – the songbook of Mariah Carey – or whether she was just out of lucky breaks, America came out in force to support other singers last night, and it was time to say goodbye. As we’ve said before, at this point in the competition, it’s not about anyone being a ‘bad’ singer. It’s just about who’s touching more hearts and getting more people to their phones to vote. We’re pretty sure we’ll be hearing more from this songbird – it may just be time for her to move on down to Nashville and hang with the big kids! Good luck, Kristy Lee! (photo: pr photos)
Lemonade Smiles
April 17, 2008 Yesterday, the winners of the top 100 Lemonade Stand Hosts were announced by Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. This is a foundation that raises money for pediatric (that’s kid’s) cancer research every year by holding lemonade stands all across the nation. The idea started a few years back with Alex Scott, who had cancer herself, but wanted to do something to help others suffering like her. The foundation has grown, and last year raised over $6 million dollars for the cause! The company that raised the most money was A&P Supermarkets, who brought in $185,000, and the top family was the Johnsons of Hershey, Pennsylvania, who raised $45,000 at their stand. Most stands only raise a few hundred or thousand dollars, but every little bit helps! If you want to host a stand in your neighborhood or town, visit www.AlexsLemonade.org. Alex may no longer be with us, but the hope her foundation gives others will go on!
Teen Beats NASA! April 16, 2008
This story has been refuted by NASA! They say the boy's calculations are incorrect after all, and there is indeed only a 1-45,000 chance the asteroid Apophis will ever strike the earth. The internet can be powerful - we all need to be more careful about what we believe! Editor A 13-year-old boy in Germany was just doing his research for a science competition, when he made the finding: NASA’s predictions for the probability of the Apophis Asteroid hitting the earth on its next orbit past us were wrong! NASA said that the chances were 1 in 45,000, but Nico Marquardt found that the chances were really 1 in 450. The scientists at NASA didn’t take into account that there are 40,000 satellites orbiting the earth, and hitting one of them, which is likely, would increase its chances of hitting earth on its next trip around. The good news is, we now have time to plan for it. The asteroid's next trip past Earth will be in 2029, and if it hits a satellite, we have until it’s next orbit in 2036 to figure out what to do. Thanks, Nico!
Date for Jonas Album!
April 16, 2008 Well…you’re going to have to wait for a little bit longer…because that’s what it’s called: A Little Bit Longer! The new album will be coming out August 12th, in the middle of what we’re calling Jonas Season. Between their Burning Up concert tour, the backstage reality show for Disney Channel, the premiere of Camp Rock and the beginning of filming for their slated-for-fall new TV series J.O.N.A.S., this year is becoming The Year of the Jonas! (photo: pr photos)
Who’s got the Pickler? April 15, 2008
She may not have been present for the awards, but she sure was presented with the most of them! Last night at the 2008 CMT Awards, ex-American Idol contestant Kellie Pickler picked up the awards for Breakthrough Video, Best Performance and Tearjerker Video. Too bad she was out of town in Phoenix doing a show there and couldn’t make it in person to accept the awards. She did, however, have a satellite link-up, and accepted them from afar. Also winning big last night was Taylor Swift, taking home Video of the Year and Top Female Performer awards. She thanked her fans on MySpace for creating the momentum to get her career to this point. Isn’t always about the fans?!? For a full and in depth review of the night’s festivities, go to our Features Section here! (photo: pr photos)
More Mariah!April 15, 2008  Just in case you haven’t been getting enough Mariah Carey lately, you have another chance tonight on American Idol! She’s the mentor tonight to our final 7 contestants, but I sure hope nobody tries to sing “Emotion”! Those high notes in the middle are not for beginners! She is, however, becoming one of the greatest pop icons around, and a perfect mentor for always reinventing yourself and keeping your career going.
Along with the top seven performers, the contest for the Winner’s Single – the song that the Winner of American Idol sings as ‘their song’ at the end – is going strong, too. Go to Americanidol.com to hear the songs and cast your votes! (photo: pr photo)
Summer Music Series April 14, 2008
Good Morning America announced its Summer Music Series, that will begin on April 25th (Hey! That’s not summer yet!), and continue until the fall, and bringing us mini-concerts of our favorite music acts each week to their outdoor stage in New York City! The whole thing kicks off with Mariah Carey, who is once again on top of the dance music scene – talk about a comeback! This girl acts and sounds like she never left! The concerts play from 8:30 to 9:00am and offer about 3 to 4 songs, and a little bit of interview time, too! The schedule is a nice mix of the stuff you love and the stuff your parents love – so why not watch it together and learn a little from each other?!? If you happen to be in NYC on one of the below dates, get yourself down to Bryant Park early to enjoy the free show! Taylor Swift (April 29th) Carly Simon (April 30th) Steve Winwood (May 2) Josh Groban (May 16) Counting Crows (May 23) Usher (May 30) Ashanti (June 6th) Cyndi Lauper (June 13th) Boyz II Men (June 20th) Maroon 5 (June 27th) Chaka Khan (July 4th) Miley Cyrus (July 18th) Feist (25th). Cast of Broadway’s Rent (August 1st) The Jonas Brothers (August 8th) (photo: pr photos)
Sneakernight! April 14, 2008
Have you all heard Baby V’s new single! It’s all about getting your sneaks on and dancing the tread right off the bottoms! The new Vanessa Hudgens song is already playing strong on RadioDisney, but if you want to sing along right away, we’ll give you the lyrics courtesy of JustJared!: Put your sneakers on, Put your sneakers on We’re goin’ dancin’ all night long I got somewhere to be, I want you to come with me See I’ve put my sneakers on, Cause I’m gonna keep dancin’ After they all go home So are you ready? Did you eat? Do you have the energy? Are you reloaded? Are you able to stay on your feet? Don’t want you passing out after a couple hours of beats… We’re keep going, And going, And going, Yeah, Cause Chorus: Basically what we’re gonna do is dance (3x) It will come easily when you hear the beat, oh Basically what we’re gonna do is dance (2x) All you gotta do is take a chance Yeah that’s right, it’s sneaker night So now they’re closing, Close it up, Shut it down, go home now But this far from the end, Second round, Ding, It’s about to begin Cause I got comfortable full Where the weather is nice So let’s take it outside The… slam, hands clap And the beatbox, and it’s all right CHORUS Don’t you even worry about other plans Yeah, that’s right it’s sneaker night! When the sun goes down, Oh we wake up I got no sleep. Ha! No need No compliment staying away When the beat is like an earthquake We’re unstoppable, we’re uncontrollable Just admit it, You can’t stop it, It’s addictive CHORUS Put your sneakers on…Let’s go all night long… -Let us know what you think of the song at www.kewlblogs.com on the magazine blog! (photo: pr photo)
Bye, Bye Michael!April 11, 2008  America’s women and girls are devastated! It was so nice to see cute, sweet, and Oh, So Australian Michael Johns singing for our enjoyment each week on American Idol… but that is now over. The smooth singer from down under was eliminated from the show last night in one of the most surprising bottom threes of the show. What? No Kristy? That girl must be doing something right, because that was the very first time she wasn’t in the bottom three since they’ve had one! Well, you go, girl! That leaves us with Syesha, Carly, Kristy and Brooke, and just David Cook, David Archuleta and Jason Castro on the guys side. Seeing as how two of those ladies were in the bottom three this week, they’re going to have to pull out the stops to keep the next elimination from being one of the girls. We wish them a great weekend of preparations!
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Pete and Ashlee Engaged!April 11, 2008  In the better news department, Pete Wentz and Ashlee Simpson are engaged! The news was confirmed by the stars themselves, and words of congratulation and support followed from both Ashlee’s sis Jessica and their father Joe. Both of them are happy for Ashlee, and think the world of Pete, and are glad to welcome him into the family. There is no date set for the wedding as of yet, but both Pete and Ash will be releasing their own clothing lines in the next few months. When asked if he minded Ashlee competing with him in the fashion arena, Pete told E!online, “I’ve always been all right being second place to her…I’m fine being her purse.” Now, where can we find a purse like that?!? Congratulations to the happy couple!
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Happy Birthday, AJ!April 10, 2008  The second half of Aly & AJ is turning 17! AJ, you're making us Insomniatics with your amazing voice! We heard that the sisters might have a new album in the works. We sure hope so! Have the happiest of days, girl!
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HSM 4?!?April 10, 2008 
The writers at Disney have let it slip that they are already hard at work on the script for High School Musical 4, even as the third movie, and first theatrical release is just starting to film in Utah! Plans are for a return to the television movie format, but if HSM 3 goes well, that could change! There is, of course, no guarantee that the stars of the franchise so far will be on hand for this installment – after all, they’ll be graduating in HSM 3! But the writers, and most of the teens in America, are hoping they might come back, at least for a visit! (photo: pr photo)
Happy Birthday, Gerard! April 9, 2008  Gerard Way is the lead singer of My Chemical Romance. Today he's turning 31 and still going strong. In fact, the band is getting ready to start a tour! Starting March 28th in Tempe, Arizona and running until May 9th in New York, New York. If you want to find out if they'll be heading your way, just hit their website, MyChemicalRomance.com/tour!
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Happy Birthday, Jesse! April 9, 2008  I'm sure no one is a stranger to Jesse McCartney! He's been singing his way into the hearts of many, and with music like his, it's no surprise. If you're waiting to hear more of Jesse, you won't have to wait much longer. His newest CD "Departure" will be hitting stores on May 20th. We're excited!
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Happy Birthday, Jesse! April 9, 2008  Can you believe that Jesse Metcalfe is turning 30!? No worries, he's still a hottie. From his start in the soap opera Passions, to his latest role in Desperate Housewives, we just love to see Jesse on the screen. Happy birthday Jesse!
(Photo: pr photos)
Camp Rock Trailer!April 8, 2008 
All the whispering and wondering is over! You can finally see the promo trailer for Camp Rock on YouTube and the Disney Channel! In case you’ve been in a Disney-free zone for the last 6 months (Hey! It happens!), you already know that it’s the new Disney Channel movie starring the Jonas Brothers, Demi Lovato, Meaghan Jette Martin and KEWL’s own dance editor, Alyson Stoner! The movie premieres on June 20th, but you can tease yourself with the trailer now! (photo: pr photos)
Beyonce is Hitched!April 7, 2008  Last Friday, April 4th, in a small, private ceremony in Jay Z’s apartment, the long-term Bf/Gf were married! Since the two live such a big and public life, it’s nice to see they kept their vows small and private. To those in the know, this isn’t completely unexpected, as there were already reports that the couple had applied for a marriage license in New York last week. Strangely enough, though many sources have given information about the wedding and party that followed with only friends and family present, the couple themselves have confirmed nothing to the press. We imagine it’s only a matter of time, and we wish them a long and happy life together! Congratulations!
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Idol Gives BackApril 7, 2008  Do you already have your calendars marked? This weekend, at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, some of the celebrities and performers who are taking part in Wednesday’s "Idols Give Back" show came in a pre-recorded their parts! A lot of the musicians and stars are currently busy around the country with concert tours and filming, so Sunday was their only day off, and they spent it getting to Hollywood to do their part! Among the stars present over the weekend were Carrie Underwood, Brad Pitt and Miley Cyrus! Pretty good turnout, right?!? Be watching Wednesday April 9th!
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Happy Birthday, Jamie!
April 4, 2008 This Zoey 101 star will be celebrating #17 today. JLS was born in McComb Mississippi, near the border of Louisiana. In 2006, she took home the Blimp Award for Favorite TV Actress at the Kids' Choice Awards. Happy Birthday, Jamie! (pr photos)
My Demo Leaks!April 4, 2008  Hey! Someone leaked some demos of Kelly Clarkson’s unfinished songs! Kelly is of course upset, as the songs were at different stages of not-really-ready, but she is interested to see how people like them. Kelly told Billboard.com, “I write all the time -- lots of stuff not meant to ever be released, just working on ideas.” Where and when in her songwriting these cuts were developed is also unknown, though a few seem to have her newer, more ‘country’ feel to them that she’s developed since working with Reba McEntire and Martina McBride over the past year. If you want to hear the songs, you can go to the music blog ‘Pretty Much Amazing’, but get your parents permission first!
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Happy Birthday, Amanda! April 3, 2008
This former Nickelodeon star turned big screen actress is turning 22! You might recognize her as Penny Pingleton from Hairspray, or from her starring roll in Sydney White. No matter how different her roles are, she always gives 100%, not to mention, she's one of the sweetest girls. We can't wait to see what she has planned for her next project! (photo: pr photos)
Grammy Camp, Anyone?April 3, 2008  If you’re an aspiring singer, songwriter, musician or music producer, this could be the summer destination for you! The Fourth Annual Grammy Camp offers 75 specially selected teens a 14-day interactive camp-style music experience taught by some of the best in the business! You can choose one of fifteen areas to focus on: Audio Engineering, DJ-Remixing, Film Scoring, Music Journalism, Music Production, Video Game Music and Sound Design, or Keyboard, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone or Songwriting. And every course ends either a finished product that can be taken home or a showcase performance! The whole thing takes place at the University of Southern California and is sponsored in part by Epiphone Guitar. Online applications are being accepted thru April 30, 2008, and you can find it at www.grammyintheschools.com under the Grammy Camp section. Camp runs July 12-26, 2008. Get your applications in, and Good Luck!
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M and M Beat Elvis!
April 2, 2008 That’s Madonna and Mariah, and the contest is for number one hits! Mariah just beat Elvis’ record of most #1 hits by celebrating her 18th number 1 hit this week with her single “Touch My Body”! Madonna did a little Elvis beating herself as her song “4 Minutes” entered the top ten, making it her 37th top ten hit! But let’s not feel too bad for Elvis – there weren’t any digital downloads in those days, and the charts were made by using in-store sales tallies (writing down every single or album sold). We’ve come a long way from there, baby! With technology and low single download prices bringing more music to more people, this may be just the beginning…though both artists started having number one hits long before digital downloads even existed! Congratulations to both hit and record makers! (photo: pr photos)
Another HM Movie!April 2, 2008  Miley will be filming a new Hannah Montana movie starting April 12th! The star says this time out, the film will be more about the Miley side of life – just a regular girl figuring things out. When you have a secret alter-ego of ANY kind, let alone the rockstar kind, it’s hard to call yourself ‘regular’ at all. There’s no information about the plot or anything so far, except that we’re pretty sure she’s headed home to Nashville for the summer, so look for filming there if you’re lucky enough to live there! Otherwise, you’ll have to be super patient: The release date for the movie is set for May 9th…2009!
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Idol Cancelled!April 1, 2008  Due to lack of interest, the TV series American Idol is being cancelled mid-season, and practically mid-show!!! Watch tonight as they literally ‘pull the plug’ in the middle of David Archuleta’s most heartwrenching ballad yet! Simon has been begging the shows producers to ‘give it just one more chance, guys! Come on!’, but the network is adamant. A show this popular could make every other show on the network look bad, and since the shows were their ideas, they’re a little miffed! But they have a strong voice on their side: Paula Abdul! She’s decided that she’s done being Ms. Nice Guy, and it’s time to tell those no talent kids a thing or two about the real world! “Make it on your own, you lazy slobs! Just like I did in the 80’s!” Randy felt that Paula’s outburst was “a little pitchy at first, but then she kinda found her groove, and really brought it home, Dawg.” Ryan Seacrest couldn’t be reached for comment, but was later found staring into a mirror repeating, “Nothing and no one can stop someone this beautiful. I am a deity.” Just in case you’ve actually read this far - Congratulations! You’ve been pranked on April Fool’s Day!
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