Pop singer Debi Nova sues Lost star Jeremy Davies over bloody thumb shower incident
Costa Rican pop singer Debi Nova is suing her landlord, Jeremy Davies of Lost, over a bloody night last February.
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Adele cancels U.S. tour over illness, what’s wrong with the chanteuse?
British pop soul mistress Adele has had to cancel nine across the pond (U.S.) tour dates because she’s lost her golden voice! Boo! The chanteuse has been struggling with laryngitis recently, and was forced to cancel a concert in Minneapolis. She was able to perform in Denver, but she’s still not getting any better, so…
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VIDEO Panic! At The Disco frontman breaks ankle on stage
Check out this gross and awesome video of Panic! At The Disco lead singer Brendon Urie revealing to a live audience in Florida an ankle swollen so badly from being broken that he said it, “Looks like my grandmother’s goiter.”
Bonus: Find out what a goiter is like I had to!
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VIDEO: Avril Lavigne Drops “F” Bomb At Tampa Bay Rays Baseball Game Family Event
Newly unveiled video of Avril Lavigne takes you directly to the controversy that has been swirling the last couple days since her controversial performance after the Tampa Bay Devil Rays game in St. Petersburg, FL. But is the real offense the “F” bomb…or the anti-social, anti-parent sing-along that came afterwords? As always at Starcasm, you get to be the judge!
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VIDEOS Teen mom Jenelle Evans uses rehab to… become a music agent?
It appears that rehab is already having positive effects on Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans as the troubled teen seems to have found a potential new career as a music talent scout and agent! Watch a video of Jenelle’s talented discovery while in rehab – a singer and guitar player named Julia who performs an acoustic cover of “Breakeven” by The Script.
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The Avett Brothers: Carrying on the legacy of Bruce Springsteen
I’ve been a Bruce Springsteen fan ever since I was a kid and while I’ve discovered many other musical artists that are just as if not more important no one seemed to fill what I call that “belief music” space that The Boss owns. Well that was until I came across The Avett Brothers from Concord, North Carolina. Read how a cover of “Glory Days” lead me to realize that Scott and Seth Avett are carrying on Bruce’s legacy more than any other artist I know of.
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PHOTOS Pia Toscano arrives for American Idol season 10 finale
On what should have been her night to shine, the prematurely rejected Pia Toscano was in attendance for the America Idol finale last night looking flawless as usual in a sparkly white textured mini-dress with some (tasteful) see-through lace.
(WARNING – Post contains vast amounts of Pia fan bitterness. Alfred E. Newman fans need not proceed.)
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RHNJ’s Melissa Gorga is an R & B singer?
Real Housewives of New Jersey’s Teresa Giudice’s sister is using her new fame to launch a singing career.
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The Kardashians make a music video for Katy Perry’s E.T.
Somehow the entire Kardashian family found time between tapings of their numerous reality shows to create their own music video for Katy Perry’s “E.T.” single off her latest album Teenage Dream. The video features Kris Jenner, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Bruce Jenner, Scott Disick, Rob Kardashian, Kris Humphries, Lamar Odom and little Mason Dash Disick at a tropical getaway showing off some serious beach bods and just having a damn fun time! (Includes screen cap highlights)
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PHOTO Selena Gomez unveils “When the Sun Goes Down” album cover
Selena Gomez and the Scene’s new album When the Sun Goes Down is set to be released June 28th and the young singer treated her Twitter fans with a sneak peek photo of the album cover earlier today with the caption, “I wanted to be the first to give ya’ll a sneak peek of my upcoming album cover for #WhentheSunGoesDown out June 28!”
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VIDEOS Beyonce performs “Run the World (Girls)” on Oprah’s farewell show
Oprah Winfrey held her last show “Farewell Extravaganza” at the United Center in Chicago last night with a roster of guest star appearances that included Tom Hanks, Madonna, Dave Chappelle, Tyler Perry, Tom Cruise and Halle Berry. But perhaps the most anticipated appearance of the night, and by most accounts the one that drew the most applause when she came out (aside from Oprah herself), was Beyonce, who performed her new single “Run the World (Girls)” wearing a sexy black and white tuxedo leotard. Keep reading to watch a couple audience recordings of the performance, including a good look at Oprah (who does run the world) really getting into the groove!
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The Voice Week 4 recap: Back to battling
The 2nd week of The Voice’s battle rounds are in the books. Find out who sang with and against who and who didn’t make the cut as coaches Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera whittle down their teams to 6.
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Top Chef Masters Episode 6 recap, Maroon 5, 7 minutes in heaven
Top Chef Masters Season 3 started Episode 6 right up with the quickfire challenge called 7 Minutes in Heaven. The display table was full of expensive, luxurious food, and you could see the chefs’ eyes light up as they walked in and saw it. Finally, something good to work with! No bugs. No fast food. Ah . . . The twist?
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The Voice Week 3 recap: Let the battles begin
NBC put things into overdrive last week by completing the blind auditions and filling in all 32 roster spots. Each coach has 8 members going into week one of the battle rounds. Find out who was pitted against who, what song they sang, who got sent packing and then let your voice be heard by voting for the team that you think is the front-runner!
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Is Whitney Houston is addicted to crack again?
Whitney Houston’s rep has confirmed that the 47-year-old singer, and long-time struggling addict is back in rehab for “drug and alcohol” issues. She has been involved in an out patient program for the past ten days to “support her long-standing recovery process.” Houston has previously entered rehab twice before, in 2004 and 2005. In…
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LISTEN Lady Gaga’s new single “The Edge Of Glory” with Clarence Clemons
The promotional blitz leading up to the release of Lady Gaga’s second studio album Born This Way continues as the pop songstress put out a new single from the album just moments ago. “The Edge Of Glory” is a driving ballad reportedly inspired by the passing of Gaga’s grandfather and is about that last moment of life before death. Oh, and did I mention Clarence Clemons from The E Street Band is on there?!?
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PHOTO Christina Aguilera out without lipstick
Octave buster Christina Aguilera stepped out with her boyfriend Matt Rutler in New York City over the weekend but forgot her lipstick. Check out a fresh faced X-Tina in a photo that will make you realize just how used to seeing her in fiery red lipstick we all were. In addition check out a side-by-side that really accentuates how unique her look was!
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Socialite Nancy Shevell to be Paul McCartney’s third wife
Sir Paul McCartney (of a little band called The Beatles) is soon to get hitched for the third time! Both Paul McCartney’s camp and his now fiancee Nancy Shevell have confirmed to news sources that they are engaged. They fessed up about their upcoming nuptials after a friend spilled the news to People. The insider…
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The Voice week 2 recap with performer photos
Check out our after-show week 2 recap of The Voice. Our readers had Adam Levine’s group in the lead after week one but will the new additions that fully complete the teams from tonight change all that? See photos of the performers chosen, which coach will be leading their way and a list of songs performed.
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Celebrities | Flavor Flav | Mug Shots | Music
MUG SHOT Flavor Flav arrested in Vegas
The cops in Vegas weren’t feelin’ any flavor of love when they puller over rapper Flavor Flav on a routine traffic violation Friday night. See the big ol’ mug of rapper William Jonathan Drayton, Jr. and read on for the extremely bland reason he got arrested.
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas except for your mug shots boyeeeeeeee!
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PHOTOS Katy Perry wears Man Ray “Le violin de Ingres” dress to Logie Awards
Katy Perry literally wore a surreal outfit to Autralia’s Logie Awards last night as she turned heads in a emerald green gown with a life-sized print of Man Ray’s photograph “Le Violon d’Ingres” (Ingres’s Violin) featuring a nude woman’s backside transformed into a musical instrument. Keep reading for the pictures and witness me flexing some art major muscle!
BONUS – See a video of Katy’s epic performance of “Firework” from the show!
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Sara Evans’ ex accuses singer of exposing children to drugs
The divorce and subsequent custody battle between country singer Sara Evans and her ex-husband Craig Schelske has been one of the most vicious and heated in recent memory. Accusations of infidelity involving Richard Marx, a nanny who sued for 3 million and a monitored love of internet porn are all part of this embittered split and now Schelske is attempting to get 50/50 custody of their three children with more damaging claims that could prevent Evans from being able to tour.
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Rebecca Black to perform tonight on MTV’s O Music Awards
Internet sensation (and starcasm fave) Rebecca Black has been added to the roster of stars that will be performing during the first ever O Music Awards (OMAs) presented by MTV. Rebecca is a perfect fit for the OMAs, which “celebrates and honors the art, creativity, personality, technology and migration of music into the digital space.” Keep reading to find out who else will be performing as well as when and where to tune it to watch it all!
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PHOTOS Pia Toscano at US Weekly Annual Hot Hollywood Style Issue Event
We have a Pia Toscano sighting! The American Idol alum took time out of recording her sure-to-be number one debut album to attend the Us Weekly Annual “Hot Hollywood Style Issue” Event held last night at Eden in Los Angeles. With AI already disappearing in her rear view mirror, Pia took her place among other “Hot Hollywood Style” stars like Paris Hilton, Jessica Simpson, Joe Jonas and Hayden Panettiere at the event – and dare I say she held her own quite nicely!
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‘The Voice’ premiere recap with list of performers and teams
The much hyped singing competition show The Voice featuring coaches Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera premiered tonight. Check out our round-up including a list of performers with photos, what songs were performed, which coaches chose who and a poll that will let your voice be heard in regards to which team you feel is the strongest so far!
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PHOTOS Bob Dylan at Byron Bay Bluesfest in New South Wales Australia
The most influential musician of the last 100 years was on hand to help close out the Byron Bay Bluesfest in New South Wales, Australia as 69-year-old legend Bob Dylan rocked the Mojo stage Monday and Tuesday. See photos of Bob down under, set lists from both shows and a dream Australian-themed set list of slightly altered Dylan tunes!
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PHOTOS VIDEOS Rebecca Black on the red carpet at “Prom” premiere
“Friday” singer Rebecca Black made her first major red carpet appearance Thursday night at the premiere of the film Prom held at the El Capitan Theater in Los Angeles. See photos and videos of the 13-year-old overnight star as she talks about her upcoming 5-song EP set to be released soon!
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VIDEO The Voice judges Cee Lo, Christina, Blake and Adam go “Crazy”
NBC’s American Idol competitor The Voice premieres this Tuesday and today the network released a preview clip featuring the four judges (Cee Lo Green, Christina Aguilera, Blake Shelton and Adam Levine) performing the Gnarls Barkley smash single “Crazy” and it’s really, really
horribleAWESOME! And not just Christina and Cee Lo! Keep reading to watch the clip and get pumped up for your post-Pia American Idol alternative!UPDATE – Added an extended preview clip!
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Angry Lady Gaga addresses “Born This Way” and “Express Yourself” similarities in NME
Not only did Lady Gaga expose herself in a revealing series of evocative photographs for the most recent issue of NME magazine, she also exposed herself in a revealing, frustrated, profanity-laden interview! Find out what the little monster had to say about the similarities between her song “Born This Way” and Madonna’s “Express Yourself” as well as a few other foul-mouthed diatribes from a seemingly very frustrated LG!
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Pia Toscano calls boyfriend rejection reports ‘garbage’
It’s not an uncommon story; lover supports their true one’s passion, true one becomes famous via some random reality vehicle and forgets all about said supportive lover. According to a recent article in the New York Post this was the case for poor Carlos Nunez, the alleged “before the fame” and “before the Mark Ballas” supportive boyfriend of Pia Toscano.
Read on for Pia’s response to all this mess that she fired off at a hater via Twitter.
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AUDIO Lady Gaga “Judas” single leaks, release date pushed up
It seems that in this day and age of the internet and unavoidable leakage musicians should begin releasing their new singles as soon as they sing the last note in the studio! The latest victim is once again Lady Gaga whose new single “Judas” found its way onto the internet earlier today, which in turn forced the single’s release date to be moved up four days. Keep reading to give the single a listen!
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VIDEO: Neil Young discusses upcoming live release A Treasure
Legendary artist Neil Young has dug into his seemingly bottomless vaults once again, this time he’s set to release A Treasure a live album from his 1984 America tour with The International Harvesters. See the great track list including previously unreleased songs as well as a quirky and enjoyable intro video from Neil himself.
Bonus If you’ve got an hour to kill I’ve got Neil’s full Austin City Limits performance from that tour!
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VIDEO Shakira gets finger jacked during a performance in Mexico?
I encourage you to take 30 seconds out of your day and watch this amazing little clip of Shakira getting finger jacked while performing in Mexico. Even while singing and with a security guard detail she still got lifted in Monterrey. Wow!
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PHOTOS Katy Perry pays tribute to ’50s ’70s and ’80s in new ghd ads
See the first pictures from the new marketing partnership between Katy Perry and British hair-styling giant ghd featuring the sexy pop star paying homage to “the 70s inspired Bohemian beauty, the 50s Glamour classic Hollywood style, and the 80s revival of New Wave sassy style.” (Photos by David LaChapelle)
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Brad Paisley to appear on William Shatner’s “Space Cowboy” cover
Ageless entertainment veteran William Shatner has announced the track listing and guest appearances for his upcoming covers album Searching For Major Tom. According to Shatner’s official site country music superstar Brad Paisley is slated to sing and play guitar on a cover of The Steve Miller Band’s classic hit “Space Cowboy.” Read on for the full song list and impressive line-up of musical luminaries who will be Shat-scatting soon!
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Director Jake Scott is making a Jeff Buckley biopic
Direct Jake Scott (Welcome to the Rileys) has gained rights to Jeff Buckley’s catalog as part of a package deal to make his biopic. Jeff Buckley released one of the best first albums of all time, Grace, in 1994, but never survived to make his second album My Sweetheart the Drunk. In 1997, at the…
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Pia Toscano and Mark Ballas: A lesson in celeb hook ups
Adding more fire to the theory that being shockingly voted off American Idol was the best thing to happen to Pia Toscano we now have news that the singing sensation has went on a celeb date with Dancing With the Stars‘ Mark Ballas! Read on for the complete break down of how this celeb matchmaking happened including the middle-man involvement of a professional wrestler.
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Pia Toscano gets record deal one day after stunning American Idol elimination
Pia Toscano’s tearful reaction to her shocking elimination from America Idol Thursday night may have been short-lived because she was reportedly approached that night about signing a record deal with Interscope Records – a deal that is close to being finalized! Could it be that getting booted from AI was the best thing that could have happened to the young star? Could she have a number one album by the time the show’s finale airs? We think yes!
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VIDEO Rep. Donna Edwards’ The White Stripes House floor poetry slam
So who would you call on to solve this whole government shut down situation? Well if you’re outspoken Congresswoman Donna Edwards from Maryland you go to the old trusty The White Stripes playbook and throw down with a lyrical poetry-slam on the House floor!
Check it out and then read the full lyrics for the song she used, “Effect and Cause,” and watch a great live performance of the tune while you’re at it.
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Celebrities | Crime | Gucci Mane | Mug Shots
MUG SHOT Gucci Mane arrested for pushing woman out of moving vehicle
We did a previous post on rapper Gucci Mane’s amazing ice cream cone face tattoo so I have no doubt that the following mug shot is our man! See the full mug and read about the “interesting” way Cone-Ye West was found for the arrest!
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PHOTO Pia Toscano all smiles the day after elimination from American Idol
While the rest of the world is in a blind rage at Pia Toscano’s incredulous eviction from American Idol last night after a stunning and powerful rendition of “River Deep, Mountain High,” Pia herself was all smiles as she was spotted out and about in Los Angeles earlier today. This confirms that Pia is a good sport in addition to being the most talented singer on Season 10 of American Idol.
GRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!
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American Idol judges react to shocking Pia Toscano elimination
Nooooooooooooooooooo! America has voted off Pia Toscano. I’m devistated and surprisingly the judges adequately expressed my disbelief with arguably the most shocking elimination in American Idol’s history
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VIDEO Pia Toscano ‘kills’ with up-tempo River Deep Mountain High
People doubted if Pia Toscano could handle her own with an up-tempo song. Well check out video and photographic proof that our early pick as a favorite owned “River Deep Mountain High” as the American Idol front-runner took her turn at Tina Turner!
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Ashley Judd’s verbose memoir diss of Snoop Dogg and P Diddy
Ashley Judd has released a very candid memoir that reflects a childhood of neglect and sexual abuse that brought about thoughts of suicide. She also went out of her way to discuss her strong feelings about rappers Snoop Dogg, P Diddy and hip-hop music in general. In an amazingly verbose celebrity diss she links rap music’s role to the root cause of all poverty and suffering in the world! Read on as Ashley J. goes all professor like on D-O-Double-G’s a$$!
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Bruce Springsteen to appear on Oprah Winfrey Network
In a wonderful bit of news Bruce Springsteen and Oprah Winfrey will be coming together via Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network in a recently launched TV series entitled Master Class. Read on for the news that Oprah revealed via her Twitter feed and find out more about OWN’s show that promises to be compelling T.V.
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Are Casey Abrams and Haley Reinhart of American Idol dating?
According to an American Idol insider, contestants Casey Abrams and Haley Reinhart may not just be making beautiful music separately on stage, but also together behind closed doors! You know what they say, “American Idol hands are the devil’s tools.” Keep reading for the juicy deets!
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Rebecca Black vs. Ark Music Factory: Is the ark splintering in copyright lawsuit?
Is the Ark sinking? Rebecca Black sues Patrice Wilson and Clarence Jey for copyright infringement. As fast as Rebecca Black’s career shot into the sky, will it be that fast for the Ark Music Factory to fall to earth in Hindenbergian fashion? And what does this mean for potential stars on the rise Alana Lee, Abby Victor and more?
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Celebrities | Humor | Music | Rebecca Black | Sammy Hagar
Funny Or Die: “Black Friday” Rebecca Black overdoses on Werther’s Originals with Sammy Hagar
It wouldn’t be Friday without a post about Rebecca Black. Nor would it be April 1st without a hilarious video from the guys at Funny or Die. But I’m sorry, there’s nothing funny about Rebecca Black overdosing on candy. And Sammy Hagar is right when he says “Friday” is the greatest song ever written. What’s the joke here?
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American Pickers’ Danielle Colby to perform burlesque at Farmageddon concert
It’s been a little while since we’ve updated you on what television’s sexiest office manager is up to! As we mentioned in a previous post, American Pickers’ Danielle Colby Cushman is not only a burlesque dancin’ and roller derbyin’ kit shicker but she’s also a huge fan of alternative country and roots music. In addition to spear-heading a CD release to help out Farmageddon Records Danielle and her Burlesque le Moustache dance troupe will be performing at the official CD release party in Rock Island, Illinois! Keep reading for the promotional poster and all the details about the show!
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VIDEO Zooey Deschanel sings “So Long” in Winnie the Pooh promo clip
Actress, musician, singer/songwriter and all-around uber-babe Zoey Deshanel is lending her musical talents to Disney’s brand new feature-length film, Winnie the Pooh, performing the classic theme song, “A Very Important Thing To Do” and the original end-credit song “So Long,” which was written by Deschanel and performed with She & Him bandmate M. Ward. Keep reading to watch Zooey recording “So Long” while narrating her love and admiration for everyone’s favorite honey addict!
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A look back: Buck Owens and His Buckaroos’ Roll Out the Red Carpet 45 years later
Come along as I look back at the 1966 Buck Owens and His Buckaroos classic album Roll Out the Red Carpet. Buck and his band dominated country music for most of the 60’s and this work from that era that is absent of any charting single is in my opinion the definitive album for the band’s addictive and game changing sound.
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VIDEO PHOTOS Christina Aguilera “The Voice” promo trailer and pics
Watch two trailers for NBC’s answer to American Idol titled The Voice starring judges/coaches Cee Lo Green, Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine (Maroon 5) and Blake Shelton with host Carson Daly. Find out about conceptual twists to the show including blind auditions and the formation of teams that will be competing against one another throughout the season. Oh, and lots of promo pics of Christina Aguilera!
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WE SO EXCITED! New Rebecca Black album and single: “LOL” to follow up “Friday”!
There’s news on a new single and album from pop culture phenom Rebecca Black, but if we tell you the name, you can’t laugh! Ready? “LOL!” That’s it: “LOL!” Hey, you’re laughing! Cut it out! There’s plenty more details where that came from, our Starcasm BFFs!
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Pia Toscano’s Backdoor Intentional Quasi Photo Bomb
American Idol front-runner and Starcasm’s forecasted star Pia Toscano has shown the first kink in her singing armor as judges and fans are looking for her to go with a song selection other than a ballad. I say BACK OFF because Pia has now created an entirely new pop culture phenomenon; The Backdoor Intentional Quasi Photo Bomb! Read on for the explanation that involves Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard and a misplaced husband drop.
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PHOTOS Shania Twain inducted into Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the 2011 Juno Awards
Last night in Toronto, Shania Twain was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the 2011 Juno Awards, beaming broadly in a dazzling gown of silver and black. Starcasm rolls out the red carpet and shares the loveliness.
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2011 Juno Awards Photos: Shania Twain, Neil Young, Arcade Fire, Daniel Lanois and more from the red carpet!
Canada’s 2011 Juno Awards showcased the resplendent beauty of Shania Twain, the vital musical insurgency of Arcade Fire, and the grizzled independence of Neil Young. Starcasm’s got the pics to prove it!
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VIDEO PHOTOS Britney Spears’ Femme Fatale Palms Casino, Las Vegas concert
Britney Spears performed a three-song mini-concert at Rain nightclub in the Palms Casino & Resort in Las Vegas last night to promote the Tuesday release of her brand new album Femme Fatale. A scantily-clad and sexualized Britney performed three songs from the new album: “Hold It Against Me,” “Big Fat Bass” and “Till the World Ends.” Keep reading for photos from the show as well as a brief video clip of Brit doing the as-yet-not-officially-released “Big Fat Bass!”
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VIDEO “Friday” interview with Ark Music Factory founder and Rebecca Black producer Patrice Wilson
The secretive producer, writer and rapper of Ark Music Factory finally speaks! And guess when? Friday, of course! One of the maestros behind Rebecca Black, Alana Lee, Abby Victor and the AMF phenomenon gives an exclusive interview, and he answers questions about AMF seeking out talent, charges of exploiting kids and parents and destroying pop music, how and why AMF does what they do, and more!
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VIDEO Listen to Lady Gaga’s “The Country Road” version of “Born This Way”
Lady Gaga announced yesterday that she would be releasing an alternate version of the anthemic title track from her new album Born This Way and just like always, LG delivered on her promise! Keep reading to give the alternate version a listen and see if you think it’s better or worse than the original!
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Lady Gaga to release “The Country Road” version of “Born This Way” late tonight!
The hardest working woman in show business is at it again! Lady Gaga announced earlier today via Twitter that she will be releasing an alternate version of her smash #1 single “Born This Way” tonight at 12am Pacific (3am Eastern)! Keep reading for the startling tweetails and find out why Nashville needs to prepare for a full-scale invasion!
