Kanye's New "Runaway" Video/Film

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40 minutes long? Really, Kanye? Ah. *watches*

Runaway is the third single off of Kanye West's upcoming fifth album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy which will be released on November 22nd.

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"Friday Night Lights" Season 5 Trailer

I cannot wait for this show to return. I can't believe this is the final season. I'm confident the writers will find a way to effectively wrap up what has become one of my favorite TV shows of all time. There, I said it.

Friday Night Lights starts its final season on October 27th.

Rihanna's "Who's That Chick" Videos

Some of you might remember the Rihanna video that leaked a few weeks ago by the name of Who's That Chick. The song and video were said to be a part of an upcoming Doritos campaign that Rihanna was working on. Well, the final versions of the video has leaked; there's a day version, as well as a night one. The videos were directed by Jonas Akerlund (Lady Gaga, Pink) and the song will be featured as a bonus track on her upcoming album Loud.


Night Version



Day Version


In other Rihanna news, rumor has it that she's currently in the studio with Eminem (recording the followup to their smash hit single, Love The Way You Lie) and Katy Perry, recording new songs that might possibly be included in her upcoming album.

Joint of the Moment

I can't stop playing this song (or video, for that matter). Ugh, story of my life. Are you guys enjoying Trey Songz's new album?

It's about to be 4 AM, I think it's about time I take it down. Good night folks. <3

Talking about album covers...

While her skills as an MC are questionable, I got to give props where props are due: this album cover is fire! She really went in on her whole barbie concept. Somewhere in Brooklyn, Lil Kim is pissed. But what I really want to know is what photographer shot this cover.

Cute album cover and crazy theatrics aside, Nicki still has a long way to go before she can actually be compared to veterans like Eve and Kim. I don't know if her album is going to be any good (judging by the extremely lackluster Black Eyed Peas inspired singles, blah) but if there's one thing I can count on Nicki Minaj for is entertainment.





In other Nicki news, have you guys seen the behind the scenes footage of her upcoming video, Right Thru Me?



Pink Friday hits stores November 23rd.

Mya's New SMASH Hit "My Birthday"

She's going to break records with this one! The Queen M is back!

Kanye West's New Album Cover

I guess it fits the title of his album. I don't think Walmart will be too happy with it, however. Hopefully the music isn't as transparent as the album cover. My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy hits stores November 22nd.

Behind the Scenes: "The Walking Dead"

This has becoming my most anticipated event of the year. Me being the horror junkie that I am + AMC's superb history of making brilliant TV shows = The Walking Dead is MUST SEE TV. I can't freakin' wait! Oh and Prison Break fans, rejoice, Sarah Wayne Callies is starring in this new horror drama! Halloween can't come soon enough.

Rihanna's "Only Girl" Video

The wait is finally over, Rihanna has finally released the video for her top three smash hit single, Only Girl (In the World). The video, which was directed by her go-to-man Anthony Mandler, is a departure from the gothic/dark themes of the Rated R videos, and sees Rihanna in a much happier and colorful(no pun intended) stage of her life. The song itself: generic; Rihanna has had better songs as album "fillers" than this single. The video; while not her best, serves its purpose. The problem that artists like Rihanna and Lady Gaga (who put an extraordinary amount of effort into their image and videos) face sometimes is that the minute one of their images or videos isn't up to par (or for lack of a better term, generic), that piece of work isn't viewed as "interesting" or "brilliant," whereas if it were any other artist, the public would be a bit more embracing.

Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy the song a lot and the video is cute but it is nowhere near her best effort(s), and coming from the excellent album that was Rated R, I'm a tad bit worried. But I understand what her and her record company were trying to do by releasing the most radio friendly song as the first single (and it worked). Rated R didn't have a smash hit till Rude Boy. They aren't trying to make that mistake again. And considering the number of videos Rihanna is planning to shoot for this new album (Loud), I am positive that Only Girl is to this album what Wait Your Turn was for Rated R. You remember what video I'm talking about, right?



Loud hits stores on November 16th.

Next on "The Vampire Diaries"

The Vampire Diaries is quickly turning into must-see TV for me. Since premiering last year at the peak of the vampire craze, the show has managed to set itself apart from the countless vampire-themed TV shows and movies and has created its own little niche. The show is picking up pace in its second season, and while the next episode isn't scheduled to air until October 21st, here is a preview of the next two episodes which will definitely have you anticipating its return that much more.

Raz-B Goes Off on Marques Houston

I feel bad for this guy. I mean, didn't he reveal to the world that Chris Stokes (B2K manager) had molested him while he was in the group only to then recant his story? I don't know what's going on with Raz, but I really hope he resolves all the issues (personal and external) he has going on, as it's becoming more and more evident that the guy has gone through some sort of mental (and according to him, physical) abuse. And if all these claims are indeed true, then I hope justice is served and Chris Stokes (and any of the others who abused him) get what they deserve. My heart goes out to him.

Ciara's "Gimme Dat" Video

Finally. The girl has delivered! At first I thought I was getting ready to see a sequel to Beyonce's Diva video (same director, Melina), but similar settings aside, as the video progressed I quickly dismissed that thought. We all know Ciara can dance her ass off, but ole' girl really broke it down in this video. Asides from the couple of technical and editing errors (for lack of a better term) that I saw in the video (looking like Ciara was cut and pasted on the screen in certain parts, and some of the bland effects seen throughout the video among other things), this is a step in the right direction for Ciara. I just hope that folks haven't grown tired of what is, in essence, the same formula she's been using since she first came onto the scene.

RichGirl's "Swagger" Video

If Kelly Rowland, Nicole S. (it's been how many years and I still don't know her last name), Jennifer Lopez and Christina Milian (scratch that, Ciara) made a girl group, then ladies and gentlemen, we'd have RichGirl. Okay, I'm kidding, but I can't help the resemblance some of the group members have with the former (vocally, physically..) bunch. All jokes aside, I'm loving this song and video; a bit simple and generic, not surprisingly, but it's cute. I've been following this group since they debuted their He Ain't With Me Now single and video last year.



Not only can the girls sing (like, s i n g), they are drop dead gorgeous and can drop it down with the best of 'em. With a bit of tuning up and the right team and songs behind them, they can really blow up. They are The Pussycat Dolls with actual talent. Here's to hoping they branch out from the generic and dated records and actually focus their energies on bringing some fresh heat to the music industry. Besides, if they plan on making it big as a girl group, they're going to have to.

P!nk's "Raise Your Glass"

Listen to the first single off of P!nk's upcoming greatest hits album here.

The song, which was produced by Max Martin, will be going for adds later this month. The video is being directed by Dave Meyers (who's done 95% of her superb videos) and should be out in a few weeks.

The song is vintage P!nk at her best: fun, loud, obnoxious and incredibly catchy. I can see this becoming a huge hit a la So What if she plays her cards right (not that she would want to).

Below is the greatest hits album cover:



I love it. :)