A behind the scenes tour of the Sugababes' latest video 'Wear My Kiss'. Video thanks to Sweet7Media.
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Sunday, 21 March 2010
Seven Questions With Taio Cruz
British singer/songwriter/producer Taio Cruz is no stranger to the top of the charts in his home country—in addition to his own hit “Break Your Heart” reaching #1 last year, “Never Leave You,” a track he wrote for Tinchy Stryder and Sugababes member Amelle Berrabah, also achieved the same feat.
Now Taio has found himself in an enviable position in the States. Recently signed to an American deal with Mercury Records, the 26-year-old Londoner paired up with Ludacris for a reworked version of “Break Your Heart” that managed to shoot to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 last week. (Cruz also set a record for the largest jump on the Hot 100 by an artist with their debut single when “Break Your Heart” flew from #53 to #1.)
IDOLATOR: Your second album Rokstarr has been out in the UK since the fall. Are you writing new songs for its U.S. release?
TC: Yes—I’m always writing songs! I’ve got quite a few good ones from Rokstarr and the Departure album. I’ve been in the studio with Dr. Luke and Dallas Austin doing sessions. So hopefully good stuff comes out of that.
So far so good—and congrats on “Break Your Heart” becoming your first American hit. How did you first connect with Ludacris?
TC: Well, I always thought he was amazing as an artist, and we wanted someone for the record. He was the first one that came to mind as a rapper who never fails to make good music and give great performances. We reached out to his management and he said he loved it and wanted to jump on it.
You also snagged Ke$ha to sing on your tune “Dirty Picture.” Any chance you actually have any dirty pics of her? And if so, Skype those on over!
TC: [Laughs] No…
No?!?
TC: I don’t have any dirty pictures of Ke$ha but we are shooting the video for the song soon and I’m sure we’ll take some then. So, even better—you’ll have moving dirty pictures of Ke$ha.
Excellent. So, given that you’ve written for artists like Justin Timberlake, Britney, Sugababes and Tinchy Stryder, how do you determine which of your songs you want to keep for yourself and which ones you’re willing to give over to other artists?
TC: Well, sometimes I specifically write it for someone else, and in that case it’s theirs by default no matter how good the song is or how much I love it. If I’m writing just in general I am always inspired. So I’m not overly pressured to keep records for myself—I feel like I will write another song that will be better and, for the moment, be my favorite.
Speaking of Sugababes, you have a good relationship with them. Was it odd to work with the trio while they were going through such an abrupt lineup change?
TC: It was very weird. One week I was with them and the next week [there was] the new set up. I’ve known Jade [Ewen] for a long time, so I’m quite happy that she is doing well and in such an amazing band. I’m happy for them.
Will you be doing any live appearances or touring in the States at some point this year?
TC: I would love to do a tour. There aren’t plans for a tour just yet but hopefully with the upcoming album there will be a demand by the fans so Taio can rock out with the Rokstarr album.
Tying in with that, you’ve also got the Rokstarr line of sunglasses. Where’s the best place for people to purchase them at?
TC: The best place to buy the shades are at www.rokstarr.com—buy it online! The Rokstarr line of sunglasses is sort of a brainchild of mine. It’s a brand that I really really love. I’m a big fan of Chanel and thought there should be a male equivalent of black and white sunglasses. It has a very slick art direction for a clothing brand. I wanted to be the spearhead for that brand, and it’s working out pretty well.
Sugababes - Interview at BBC Breakfast News - 12th March 2010
Sugababes are interviewed live on BBC Breakfast on 12th March. Video thanks to Sweet7Media.
IS IT CURTAINS FOR THE SUGABABES?
IS IT CURTAINS FOR THE SUGABABES?
COULD it finally be curtains for the ever-evolving Sugababes?
Their latest album Sweet 7 will struggle to hit the top ten when the charts are released today.
And Heidi Range admitted the group wouldn’t survive another line-up change.
The lovely Liverpudlian lass said: “We’ve said if something happens again we wouldn’t carry on the band with someone else. That’s it.”
Let’s hope it doesn’t come to that, ladies.
I’m a huge fan of their latest offering and even more so of the girls themselves, whom I bumped into again at Heart Radio’s Have A Heart fund-raiser.
It’s been a rough ride for the foxy threesome since the reform – especially for sexy new member Jade Ewan who
was papped while out for JLS singer Marvin’s birthday on Friday.
Jade admitted: “The loyal fans weren’t so willing to embrace me. People shouted abuse at me in the street.”
The babes definitely don’t deserve that. Though I can’t believe they still called the album Sweet 7 after getting
rid of founding band member Keisha Buchanan.
After all, she was the only Suga who had actually made all seven albums...comprende?
COULD it finally be curtains for the ever-evolving Sugababes?
Their latest album Sweet 7 will struggle to hit the top ten when the charts are released today.
And Heidi Range admitted the group wouldn’t survive another line-up change.
The lovely Liverpudlian lass said: “We’ve said if something happens again we wouldn’t carry on the band with someone else. That’s it.”
Let’s hope it doesn’t come to that, ladies.
I’m a huge fan of their latest offering and even more so of the girls themselves, whom I bumped into again at Heart Radio’s Have A Heart fund-raiser.
It’s been a rough ride for the foxy threesome since the reform – especially for sexy new member Jade Ewan who
was papped while out for JLS singer Marvin’s birthday on Friday.
Jade admitted: “The loyal fans weren’t so willing to embrace me. People shouted abuse at me in the street.”
The babes definitely don’t deserve that. Though I can’t believe they still called the album Sweet 7 after getting
rid of founding band member Keisha Buchanan.
After all, she was the only Suga who had actually made all seven albums...comprende?
Sugababes & Other Celebs At Have A Heart - Fundraising Day - London - Arrivals & Aftershow
Thanks to elizabethtoni
London: 19 March 2010
Flash Alert! Flash Alert! Flash Alert! Flash Alert!
At the south-east corner of the Square lies Heart Radio's HQ and it was the focus for an all day gig supporting the Starlight Children's Foundation. Every half hour or so a fresh celeb was booked to appear on the station to work the auction phones and that meant there were plenty of paps waiting their arrival. I hooked up with some of my fanline friends early in the day and pleasant company always makes the day go faster. When stars did arrive it was often a scramble, but with a stretched arm I managed to get shots. Some stars were more accommodating to fans and photographers than others. Some had more time to sign and pose, some were rushed and some preferred to do it on the way out. It was a bit of a mixed bag. Alesha Dixon, Alexandra Burke, Anthony Head and Sheridan Smith are always lovely with fans and today were no exception. Toni Braxton was one of the later arrivals and looked lovely once she'd been persuaded to take off the sunglasses. See the list below to see all those I captured. Once over, it was back to HQ to transfer the footage before heading off to the next gig over at the London Hilton, Park Lane. See that film too on my channel.
Celebs in attendance:
Jonathan Gill, JLS
Marvin Humes, JLS
Aston Merrygold, JLS
Oritse Williams, JLS
Lemar
Sharleen Spiteri
Alesha Dixon
Alexandra Burke
Anthony Head
Jamie Theakston
Sheridan Smith
Toby Anstis
John Simm
Lee Ryan
Heidi Range, Sugababes
Amelle Berrabah, Sugababes
Jade Ewen, Sugababes
Toni Braxton
As usual, please let me know of omissions, errors and comments. Thank you.
Original in AVCHD
Copyright elizabethtoni 2010
Sugababes arrive at 5.45 on video
London: 19 March 2010
Flash Alert! Flash Alert! Flash Alert! Flash Alert!
At the south-east corner of the Square lies Heart Radio's HQ and it was the focus for an all day gig supporting the Starlight Children's Foundation. Every half hour or so a fresh celeb was booked to appear on the station to work the auction phones and that meant there were plenty of paps waiting their arrival. I hooked up with some of my fanline friends early in the day and pleasant company always makes the day go faster. When stars did arrive it was often a scramble, but with a stretched arm I managed to get shots. Some stars were more accommodating to fans and photographers than others. Some had more time to sign and pose, some were rushed and some preferred to do it on the way out. It was a bit of a mixed bag. Alesha Dixon, Alexandra Burke, Anthony Head and Sheridan Smith are always lovely with fans and today were no exception. Toni Braxton was one of the later arrivals and looked lovely once she'd been persuaded to take off the sunglasses. See the list below to see all those I captured. Once over, it was back to HQ to transfer the footage before heading off to the next gig over at the London Hilton, Park Lane. See that film too on my channel.
Celebs in attendance:
Jonathan Gill, JLS
Marvin Humes, JLS
Aston Merrygold, JLS
Oritse Williams, JLS
Lemar
Sharleen Spiteri
Alesha Dixon
Alexandra Burke
Anthony Head
Jamie Theakston
Sheridan Smith
Toby Anstis
John Simm
Lee Ryan
Heidi Range, Sugababes
Amelle Berrabah, Sugababes
Jade Ewen, Sugababes
Toni Braxton
As usual, please let me know of omissions, errors and comments. Thank you.
Original in AVCHD
Copyright elizabethtoni 2010
Sugababes arrive at 5.45 on video
Saturday, 20 March 2010
Irish album charts Sugababes' new album Sweet 7 is the highest new entry of the week,debuts at 35th spot.
Boyzone album beats 'Glee' in Irish chart
Friday, March 19 2010, 14:46 GMT
By Daniel Kilkelly, Entertainment Reporter
Rex Features
Boyzone have maintained their grip over the Irish albums chart, notching up a second week at the top spot with their fourth studio LP Brother.
The group have achieved a chart double in their homeland as their latest song 'Gave It All Away' is back on top of the Irish singles chart.
The Glee cast must settle for second place in the album chart with their second soundtrack release, while the first drops two spots to fourth.
Michael Bublé's Crazy Love and Paolo Nutini's Sunny Side Up also make the top five this week in third and fifth respectively.
Meanwhile, Sugababes' new album Sweet 7 is the highest new entry of the week but debuts at a lowly 35th spot.
The top ten albums in full (click where possible for our reviews):
1. (1) Boyzone: 'Brother'
2. (42) Glee Cast: 'Glee: The Music, Volume II'
3. (5) Michael Bublé: 'Crazy Love'
4. (2) Glee Cast: 'Glee: The Music, Volume I'
5. (3) Paolo Nutini: 'Sunny Side Up'
6. (6) Florence and the Machine: 'Lungs'
7. (7) Lady GaGa: 'The Fame Monster'
8. (9) Andre Rieu: 'Forever Vienna'
9. (8) Mumford & Sons: 'Sigh No More'
10. (4) Gorillaz: 'Plastic Beach'
Friday, March 19 2010, 14:46 GMT
By Daniel Kilkelly, Entertainment Reporter
Rex Features
Boyzone have maintained their grip over the Irish albums chart, notching up a second week at the top spot with their fourth studio LP Brother.
The group have achieved a chart double in their homeland as their latest song 'Gave It All Away' is back on top of the Irish singles chart.
The Glee cast must settle for second place in the album chart with their second soundtrack release, while the first drops two spots to fourth.
Michael Bublé's Crazy Love and Paolo Nutini's Sunny Side Up also make the top five this week in third and fifth respectively.
Meanwhile, Sugababes' new album Sweet 7 is the highest new entry of the week but debuts at a lowly 35th spot.
The top ten albums in full (click where possible for our reviews):
1. (1) Boyzone: 'Brother'
2. (42) Glee Cast: 'Glee: The Music, Volume II'
3. (5) Michael Bublé: 'Crazy Love'
4. (2) Glee Cast: 'Glee: The Music, Volume I'
5. (3) Paolo Nutini: 'Sunny Side Up'
6. (6) Florence and the Machine: 'Lungs'
7. (7) Lady GaGa: 'The Fame Monster'
8. (9) Andre Rieu: 'Forever Vienna'
9. (8) Mumford & Sons: 'Sigh No More'
10. (4) Gorillaz: 'Plastic Beach'
Sugababes join Rochelle of The Saturdays and JLS for Celebrations
Ain't no party like a JLS party: Marvin Humes and girlfriend Rochelle Wiseman celebrate his 25th birthday in style
By Marcus Barnes
Last updated at 12:47 PM on 20th March 2010
Just a few years ago he was struggling to hit the big time, and would've most likely had a typical birthday celebration with his family and friends.
Leap forward to 2010 and Marvin Humes is a member of the the UK's biggest boyband and celebrating his 25th birthday with bandmates and fellow celebrities at one of London's new clubbing hotspots.
The birthday boy hit Alto in Soho with fellow JLS stars Aston Merrygold, Jonathan 'JB' Gill and Oritse Williams and he was sported a now almost formulaic outfit consisting of baggy parachute style trousers, a black cardigan, a leather jacket and military boots.
Birthday boy: Marvin Humes, middle, partied with his bandmates Aston Merrygold, left, and JB, right, at the Mayfair Hotel and Alto nightclub
New couple: Rochelle Wiseman of The Saturdays is dating the birthday boy Marvin - who turned 25 yesterday
Night out: Oritse Williams was also celebrating bandmate Marvin's 25th
Meanwhile his bandmates were similarly well dressed - the festivities kicked off at the Mayfair Hotel, before the boys headed down to Alto in Soho.
And the party was attended by Marvin's new girlfriend, Saturdays singer Rochelle Wiseman.
The girlband star, who turns 21 tomorrow, wore a sheer grey asymmetric top over a white mini dress with grey heels.
Other guests at the bash included Pixie Lott and Sugababes members Amelle Berrabbah and Jade Ewen.
Amelle, 25, sported a flesh coloured dress and beige heels, while Jade went for a short dress with a swirling blue design on it and cream mesh heels.
Marvin recently spoke about his blossoming relationship with Rochelle, revealing he took to see adult West End comedy Avenue Q on one of their dates.
He said: 'She is such a lovely girl. I’m very fond of her. We’ve been on a couple of dates, and we’re going to see how it goes. She is really very lovely. That’s all I can say right now.
Celeb friends: Pixie Lott and Sugababes Amelle Berrabbah and Jade Ewen were special guests at the do
'The last one (date), we went to see the show Avenue Q and then for a nice meal at The Ivy. We get on really well together, but it’s early days.'
Entertainment at the party was provided by a troupe of Burlesque dancers.
Meanwhile Rihanna has revealed that she will work with the group on a new single, masterminded by rap supremo Jay-Z.
Rihanna told the newspaper: 'Working with JLS is something that will happen this year. Jay will make stars out of them. He has been a great mentor to me.
Homeward bound: Rochelle Wiseman makes her way home - the Saturdays star will celebrate her 21st birthday tonight
'He has been around long enough to spot real talent and he knows who will become worldwide stars.'
She added: 'I will be working with them on one of their singles and am sure Kanye and Bey will collaborate with them on tracks as well.
'America has only had a little taste of them so far, but give it probably as little as 18 months and they could be the most famous band in the world.'
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1259399/Marvin-Humes-joined-new-girlfriend-Rochelle-Wiseman-celebrates-25th-style.html#ixzz0ijO3qXDz
By Marcus Barnes
Last updated at 12:47 PM on 20th March 2010
Just a few years ago he was struggling to hit the big time, and would've most likely had a typical birthday celebration with his family and friends.
Leap forward to 2010 and Marvin Humes is a member of the the UK's biggest boyband and celebrating his 25th birthday with bandmates and fellow celebrities at one of London's new clubbing hotspots.
The birthday boy hit Alto in Soho with fellow JLS stars Aston Merrygold, Jonathan 'JB' Gill and Oritse Williams and he was sported a now almost formulaic outfit consisting of baggy parachute style trousers, a black cardigan, a leather jacket and military boots.
Birthday boy: Marvin Humes, middle, partied with his bandmates Aston Merrygold, left, and JB, right, at the Mayfair Hotel and Alto nightclub
New couple: Rochelle Wiseman of The Saturdays is dating the birthday boy Marvin - who turned 25 yesterday
Night out: Oritse Williams was also celebrating bandmate Marvin's 25th
Meanwhile his bandmates were similarly well dressed - the festivities kicked off at the Mayfair Hotel, before the boys headed down to Alto in Soho.
And the party was attended by Marvin's new girlfriend, Saturdays singer Rochelle Wiseman.
The girlband star, who turns 21 tomorrow, wore a sheer grey asymmetric top over a white mini dress with grey heels.
Other guests at the bash included Pixie Lott and Sugababes members Amelle Berrabbah and Jade Ewen.
Amelle, 25, sported a flesh coloured dress and beige heels, while Jade went for a short dress with a swirling blue design on it and cream mesh heels.
Marvin recently spoke about his blossoming relationship with Rochelle, revealing he took to see adult West End comedy Avenue Q on one of their dates.
He said: 'She is such a lovely girl. I’m very fond of her. We’ve been on a couple of dates, and we’re going to see how it goes. She is really very lovely. That’s all I can say right now.
Celeb friends: Pixie Lott and Sugababes Amelle Berrabbah and Jade Ewen were special guests at the do
'The last one (date), we went to see the show Avenue Q and then for a nice meal at The Ivy. We get on really well together, but it’s early days.'
Entertainment at the party was provided by a troupe of Burlesque dancers.
Meanwhile Rihanna has revealed that she will work with the group on a new single, masterminded by rap supremo Jay-Z.
Rihanna told the newspaper: 'Working with JLS is something that will happen this year. Jay will make stars out of them. He has been a great mentor to me.
Homeward bound: Rochelle Wiseman makes her way home - the Saturdays star will celebrate her 21st birthday tonight
'He has been around long enough to spot real talent and he knows who will become worldwide stars.'
She added: 'I will be working with them on one of their singles and am sure Kanye and Bey will collaborate with them on tracks as well.
'America has only had a little taste of them so far, but give it probably as little as 18 months and they could be the most famous band in the world.'
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1259399/Marvin-Humes-joined-new-girlfriend-Rochelle-Wiseman-celebrates-25th-style.html#ixzz0ijO3qXDz
Stratton teenager to sing with Sugababes
Stratton teenager to sing with Sugababes
12:00pm Saturday 20th March 2010
By Andrea Glennon »
A STRATTON teenager has beaten off competition from around the country to record with chart-topping girl group the Sugababes.
Cirencester Deer Park student Abbie Lea Drew says she screamed with delight when she found out she had won a radio competition, which will see her and mum Sue whisked off to the Mayfair Hotel, in London, on Monday (March 22) and given a £1,000 spending spree in designer shop Selfridges.
After a personal shopper has picked out a glamorous outfit for the 15-year-old she will meet the Sugababes at the famous Abbey Road recording studio.
Abbie won the ‘Live Like A Sugababe’ competition when the video she made of herself singing their hit About A Girl was voted number one by Heart FM listeners.
"I didn’t think I was going to win because I watched some of other entries and they were good," said Abbie.
Proud mum Sue added:"She’s got big dreams and knows she’s got to work hard but it’s brilliant to see her achieving so much.
"She always says 'Mum, by the time I'm 20 I'll have a successful singing career and be traveling the world!'.
"We want to thank the friends and family that supported her and Deer Park who got behind her for the competition."
Abbie says she is a huge fan of the Sugababes and is "terrified" of meeting them.
But she is no stranger to the spotlight, winning several talent shows and performing at Cirencester Advent Festival last December.
Abbie will also have the chance to learn from West End stars and industry professionals after winning a place at London's West End Stage school.
"It’s a new experience for me and I’m really excited," she said, "I love being on stage."
Abbie is looking for venues to perform at to fund her placement and can be contacted on 01285 655289.
12:00pm Saturday 20th March 2010
By Andrea Glennon »
A STRATTON teenager has beaten off competition from around the country to record with chart-topping girl group the Sugababes.
Cirencester Deer Park student Abbie Lea Drew says she screamed with delight when she found out she had won a radio competition, which will see her and mum Sue whisked off to the Mayfair Hotel, in London, on Monday (March 22) and given a £1,000 spending spree in designer shop Selfridges.
After a personal shopper has picked out a glamorous outfit for the 15-year-old she will meet the Sugababes at the famous Abbey Road recording studio.
Abbie won the ‘Live Like A Sugababe’ competition when the video she made of herself singing their hit About A Girl was voted number one by Heart FM listeners.
"I didn’t think I was going to win because I watched some of other entries and they were good," said Abbie.
Proud mum Sue added:"She’s got big dreams and knows she’s got to work hard but it’s brilliant to see her achieving so much.
"She always says 'Mum, by the time I'm 20 I'll have a successful singing career and be traveling the world!'.
"We want to thank the friends and family that supported her and Deer Park who got behind her for the competition."
Abbie says she is a huge fan of the Sugababes and is "terrified" of meeting them.
But she is no stranger to the spotlight, winning several talent shows and performing at Cirencester Advent Festival last December.
Abbie will also have the chance to learn from West End stars and industry professionals after winning a place at London's West End Stage school.
"It’s a new experience for me and I’m really excited," she said, "I love being on stage."
Abbie is looking for venues to perform at to fund her placement and can be contacted on 01285 655289.
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