Jason Derulo and I go way back. His first appearance on my show was in 2009 before “Whatcha Say” was on anyone’s radar. The hitmaker has been a consistent presence on the program since, whether he was calling in, stopping by the studio or saying hello at an awards show. It was great to catch… Read more »
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INTERVIEW: DNCE Isn’t Focusing On Another Album… For Now
Bad news if you’re expecting a new DNCE album: don’t. “For us, we focus on songs right now,” lead singer Joe Jonas told me backstage at the Billboard Music Awards. “We’re always writing so, if something just kind of comes together and it’s an album (then) so be it, we’re going to release it. “We’re… Read more »
Backstage Scoop And Photos From The 2017 Billboard Music Awards
On Sunday I covered my fifth consecutive Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas. I also acted as the on-stage warm-up act, hyping and prompting the crowd before the show and during commercial breaks, for my fourth year. Here are some news and notes from my perspective both on the Magenta Carpet and backstage. – Any… Read more »
VIDEO: #NationalCoffeeDay, Nicki Minaj And More On HLN’s ‘The Daily Share’
Because I was traveling Monday morning, the fine folks at HLN’s “The Daily Share” were kind enough to invite me to sit in on Tuesday’s panel. Topics ranged from George Zimmerman to Ikea to Nicki Minaj to National Coffee Day.
Taylor Swift’s Public Apology Proves She’s The Person We Thought
Even when Taylor Swift is wrong, she eventually gets it right. The pop star is no stranger to controversy, deservedly or not. But we’ve grown accustomed to Swift not only entering the fray on her own terms: penning a Wall Street Journal op-ed piece, removing her music from Spotify, opining to Apple Music via Tumblr… Read more »
WEEKEND SCOOP: Life And Style On Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna
For the latest Weekend Scoop, we returned to our friends at Life and Style Weekly. Reporter Melissa Roberto talked about stories that the magazine was covering on Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj and Rihanna.
INTERVIEW: Here’s How Tinashe Found Out Iggy Azalea Postponed Her Tour
Had things gone as scheduled, the North American leg of Iggy Azalea’s “The Great Escape” tour would be in full swing. Sadly for fans of Azalea and supporting acts Nick Jonas and Tinashe, that was not to be the case. Citing “production delays,” the “Fancy” rapper postponed her trek until September. In the midst of… Read more »
LIFE AND STYLE WEEKLY: Katy’s Father Speaks, JLO and Casper Troubles, Nicki Plans Wedding
Life & Style Weekly reports that Katy Perry’s father wants her to find love again. Senior Reporter Jessica Finn also talked about Nicki Minaj and Jennifer Lopez on “Ralphie Tonight.”
LIFE & STYLE’S JORDI LIPPE: Gaga May Have Found ‘The One,’ Nicki Snubs Britney
Life & Style Weekly reports that according to Lady Gaga’s best friend, her current boyfriend may be “the one.” Senior News Editor Jordi Lippe also chatted about an alleged incident out west where Nicki Minaj ignored Britney Spears at a restaurant on “The Ralphie Show.”
LIFE & STYLE’S JORDI LIPPE: Taylor Hits The Dating Scene, Britney to Vegas, ‘Idol’ Feud
Life & Style Weekly reports that Taylor Swift may already be lining up her next boyfriend. Senior News Editor Jordi Lippe also dished on Britney Spears and the feud brewing at “American Idol.”