Sunday, April 20, 2008
SUMMER ROPES IN ROTEM, KURSTIN, MENDEZ, BRISEBOIS FOR NEW ALBUM

Burgundy/Sony Music will release "Crayons", Donna Summer's first studio album in 17 years, on 20th May. The set features hit singles "I'm a Fire", and the Danielle Brisebois penned "Stamp Your Feet", which was produced by Greg Kurstin (Lilly Allen, Jessica Simpson).

 

Among the other musicians backing Summer on "Crayons" are Jonathan "J.R." Rotem (Leona Lewis, Britney Spears), Evan "Kidd" Bogart of The Writing Camp (Jennifer Lopez, Mya Harrison), and Lester Mendez (Shakira, Nelly Furtado).

 

Donna Summer – Crayons (Official Track List):

01 – Stamp Your Feet

02 – Mr. Music

03 – Crayons

04 – The Queen is Back

05 – Run with It

06 – Sand on my Feet

07 – Drivin' Down Brazil

08 – I'm a Fire

09 – Slide Over Backwards

10 – Science of Love

11 – Be Myself Again

12 – Bring Down the Reign

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LYNN & WADE LLP POST NEW SONG @ MYSPACE

Michelle Lynn Bell & Peter Wade of Pop/Electro duo Lynn & Wade LLP posted a new song on their official MySpace profile entitled “Seems Like it Feels”, off their forthcoming debut album “The Mystery LLP”, so make sure you check it out!

 

For those who came in later, Lynn & Wade have collectively penned hits for artists such as Jennifer Lopez (Never Gonna Give Up”), Lindsay Lohan (To Know Your Name”), Blu Cantrell (Impatient”), Sugababes (Supernatural”), Cheri Dennis (Portrait of Love”), and Taylor Dayne (She Doesn’t Love You”).

 

[Visit] Lynn & Wade LLP @ MySpace

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[MONICA MANIA INTERVIEW] THE VERONICAS

Jessica & Lisa Origliasso make up the Australian sibling duo of The Veronicas, who first stormed onto the charts in 2006 with their hit singles "4Ever", "When It All Falls Apart" and "Everything I'm Not", off their smash debut album "The Secret Life Of …"

 

Now they're back stronger than ever with their sophomore album, "Hook Me Up", featuring collaborations with Toby Gad (Fergie, Natasha Bedingfield), Greg Wells (Michelle Branch, Paris Hilton), Shelly Peiken (Ashley Parker Angel, Jennifer Love Hewitt), Billy Steinberg (Madonna, Celine Dion), and Josh Alexander (Leona Lewis, Fefe Dobson).

 

I caught up with the talented and beautiful twins to talk about their new disc, writing songs for other artists, getting hysterical with music producer Jonathan "J.R." Rotem, what they usually argue about, their obsession with Vegan Nachos, and so much more …


Hamada: - How did you come up with your band's name The Veronicas?

The Veronicas: - We grew up reading 'Archie comics' and we named ourselves after our favorite character Veronica! She's the dark haired hottie that loves to shop and always gets her ways ... Her rival is 'Betty' the goody good blonde.

Hamada: - Can you describe the difference between your sophomore album, "Hook Me Up", and your debut offering "The Secret Life Of"?

The Veronicas: - We guess each record is a good insight into who we are as artists and people, but "Hook Me Up" musically has a bit more of an electro pop/rock beat to it. It's a good indication of how we've grown musically and what is inspiring us right now.

Hamada: - Many fans were disappointed cuz the track you recorded with hitmaker Jonathan "J.R." Rotem, "Hysterical", did not make the final cut of the initial Australian release of "Hook Me Up". Why did that happen? 

The Veronicas: - Interesting that you know we worked with him. Weird!! Ha! The song didn't make the final cut because it didn't fit in with the sound or direction of the record as a whole.

Hamada: - You obviously share a very good rapport with songwriting/production team Billy Steinberg & Josh Alexander as they've crafted 2 songs on "Hook Me Up", as well as 3 tracks on your debut LP (including my personal favorite "I Could Get Used to This"). What's the secret behind that great chemistry?

The Veronicas: - They are amazing guys!! I think we all just have the best time together whenever we write and record. We have so much respect for them and love them to bits. They always get the best out of us because we are so comfortable working together!

Hamada: - Veteran R&B producers such as Dallas Austin (Pink – "Just Like a Pill"), Soulshock & Karlin (Skye Sweetnam – "Kiss a Girl"), and Stargate (Speedway – "Can't Turn Back") have experienced with the Pop/Rock sound. Have you thought about working with any of them for your next projects in order to cater to a wider audience of listeners?

The Veronicas: - You never know! Who knows where we'll take the next record!

Hamada: - Among the things you've achieved on your impressive resume was penning "All About Us" for Russian band T.A.T.U. How did it feel to have one
your songs performed by other artists?

The Veronicas: - It's an awesome feeling and a weird one at the same time! Weirds us out more hearing someone else singing our songs on the radio then hearing our own voices! (Haha). We are obviously very proud of ourselves as songwriters when our songs get picked up and become hits for other artists!

Hamada: - Do you sometimes wish that you've kept "All About Us" for yourselves?

The Veronicas: - Hahaha! You can't have any regrets. We had a hard time letting the song go, but it was a huge success for them, so we made the right choice … Plus, we can always go and write another song ;)

Hamada: - What are the things you usually argue about? And how well do you get along with one another?

The Veronicas: - Clothes … Always clothes! On the other hand, we are best friends who are around each other 24/7. So considering that, I think we get along amazingly!!!!

Hamada: - List 3 things that you are totally obsessed with.

 

The Veronicas: - 1) Vegan nachos. 2) Mud crab with vinegar. 3) Shopping!!

Hamada: - Tell us something that most readers will be surprised to learn about both of you?

The Veronicas: - We were born one minute apart on Christmas day.

Hamada: - Have you thought about promoting your music in the Middle East?

The Veronicas: - At the moment we are very busy on tour, but you never know!

Hamada: - Any message you'd like to give to your fans all over the world?

The Veronicas: - We love you and thank you for all your belief and support in us. We couldn't do without you guys … XOXOXOXO

 

[Visit] The Veronicas @ MySpace

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Saturday, April 19, 2008
NEW TRACK TITLES BY THE PARADISO GIRLS REVEALED

Robin Antin's latest protégés The Paradiso Girls are currently putting the final touches on their forthcoming debut album, which is due later this year via A&M/Interscope Records.

 

Track titles that are slotted for inclusion on the as-yet untitled set include "Who's My Bitch", "My DJ", "Down", "Unpredictable", "Prima Donna" and "Just Friends" – all crafted by songwriter/producer Fernando Garibay (Wynter Gordon, Paris Hilton, Whitney Houston, Enrique Iglesias).

 

The disc is also confirmed to sport A-list collaborations with The Underdogs: Harvey Mason Jr. & Damon Thomas (Kelly Clarkson, Nick Lachey), Christopher "Tricky" Stewart (Janet Jackson, Celine Dion), Terius "Dream" Nash (Rihanna, Wynter Gordon), Sean "The Pen" Garrett (Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani), Beau Dozier (Girlicious, Samantha Jade), Mark Taylor (The Pussycat Dolls, Christina Milian), Will "Will-I-Am" Adams (Mariah Carey, Teedra Moses), and Thomas "Cee-Lo" Callaway (Amerie, Solange Knowles).

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[RANDOM ALBUM REVIEW] AYO - JOYFUL

Excellent:

Down on My Knees: produced by Jay Newland.

These Days: produced by Jay Newland.

What is Love: produced by Jay Newland.

Without You: produced by Jay Newland.

 

Very Good:

And It's Supposed To Be Love: produced by Jay Newland.

Letter By Letter: produced by Jay Newland.

Only You: produced by Jay Newland.

Watching You: produced by Jay Newland.

 

Passable:

Help Is Coming: produced by Jay Newland.

How Many Times: produced by Jay Newland.

Life is Real: produced by Jay Newland.

Neva Been: produced by Jay Newland.

 

Rating: (4/5) – Very Good.

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GORDON POSTS NEW SNIPPET @ MYSPACE PROFILE

Singer/songwriter Wynter Gordon posted a new snippet of a song entitled "Guarded" on her official MySpace profile, so make sure you check it out!

 

Her debut album – tentatively entitled "Wynter's Wonderland" – is confirmed to spawn collaborations with Christopher "Tricky" Stewart (Rihanna, Britney Spears), Terius "Dream" Nash (Karina Pasian, Lucy Walsh), Eric Hudson (Leona Lewis, Raven Symone), Robert Shea Taylor (Paula DeAnda, Solange Knowles), Fernando Garibay (Kelis, Paris Hilton), Dernst "D'Mile" Emile (Linda Kiraly, Tiffany Evans), Ryan Leslie (Cassie, Katharine McPhee), Schaffer "Ne-Yo" Smith (Christina Milian, Lindsay Lohan), Taurian "Adonis" Shropshire (Amerie, Natasha Ramos), Delisha Thomas (Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez), and Bryan Michael Cox (Mary J. Blige, Faith Evans).

 

[Visit] Wynter Gordon @ MySpace

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NATASHA BEDINGFIELD - POCKETFUL OF SUNSHINE [VIDEO]

Here is the video for Natasha Bedingfield’s new single “Pocketful of Sunshine”, which was co-written by Danielle Brisebois (Kelly Clarkson, Estelle Swaray) and produced by John Shanks (Michelle Branch, Alanis Morissette).

 

The track is lifted from Bedingfield’s sophomore album with the same name featuring additional alliances from Jonathan “J.R.” Rotem (Lyrica Anderson, Robyn Janelle), Ryan “Alias” Tedder (Beyonce, Leona Lewis), Toby Gad (Fergie, The Veronicas), Nate “Danja” Hills (Mariah Carey, Nelly Furtado), Cristyle “The Ink” Johnson (Tiffany Evans, Esmee Denters), Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins (Shola Ama, Melanie Brown), and Dernst “D’Mile” Emile (Wynter Gordon, Linda Kiraly).

 

[Watch] Natasha Bedingfield - Pocketful of Sunshine

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PUSSYCAT DOLLS POP THEIR BOTTLES ON NEW ALBUM WITH GARRETT, GARIBAY

In addition to the Sean "The Pen" Garrett penned "Bottle Pop", music producer Fernando Garibay also crafted a track entitled "Away" for The Pussycat Dolls' upcoming sophomore album, which is due later this year via Interscope Records.

 

For those who came in later, Garibay is best known for his work with Marc Anthony ("You Sang to Me"), Paris Hilton ("Stars are Blind"), Enrique Iglesias ("Bailamos"), and Mario Vazquez ("Don't Lie").

 

On the other hand, The Pussycat Dolls' as-yet untitled 2nd offering is expected to spawn additional collaborations with Ryan "Alias" Tedder (Leona Lewis, Jennifer Hudson), Mark Taylor (Kelis, Christina Milian), Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins (Janet Jackson, Keyshia Cole), and Kara DioGuardi (Ashlee Simpson, Kylie Minogue).

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KYLIE MINOGUE - ALL I SEE [VIDEO]

Here is the video for Kylie Minogue's new single "All I See", which was co-written Edwin "Lil' Eddie" Serrano (Jojo, Paula Abdul), and produced by Cutfather & Jonas Jeberg (Jordin Sparks, Ruth-Anne Cunningham).

 

The track is lifted from Minogue's latest album "X" featuring additional alliances from Karen Poole (Kelly Clarkson, Janet Jackson), Richard "Biff" Stannard (Spice Girls, Gabrielle), Calvin Harris (Sophie Ellis Bextor, Roisin Murphy), Guy Chambers (Delta Goodrem, Rachel Stevens), Cathy Dennis (Britney Spears, Emma Bunton), Bloodshy & Avant: Christian Karlsson and Pontus Winnberg (Jennifer Lopez, Christina Milian), Greg Kurstin (Lily Allen, Jessica Simpson), and Freemasons: Russell Small & James Wiltshire (Kelly Rowland, Solange Knowles).

 

[Watch] Kylie Minogue - All I See

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ALLEN POSTS NEW SONGS @ MYSPACE

Singer/songwriter Lilly Allen posted 2 new songs on her official MySpace entitled "I Don't Know" and "I Could Say", so make sure you check them out!

 

Allen's as-yet untitled sophomore album is expected to boast collaborations with Future Cut: Tunde Babalola & Darren Lewis (Estelle Swaray, Kate Nash), Greg Kurstin (Kylie Minogue, All Saints), and Mark Ronson (Amy Winehouse, Christina Aguilera).

 

[Visit] Lilly Allen @ MySpace

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NAME: Hamada
ALTER EGO: Monica
LOCATION: United Arab Emirates
INTERESTS: Music, Movies, Magazines
STATUS: Single

I started this site @ the 2nd of February 2006, and I'd like to point out that Ms.Toya (http://www.toyas-world.com) is the one who inspired me to do so. Thank You Toya, and I'm 4'eva Gr8ful (smooches).
My favourite singer will always be Janet Jackson. She's my idol, and I really see myself in her. Other artists that I truly admire include Mariah Carey, Toni Braxton, Kelis, Beyonce, etc ...
Contact Me:-------
Email: supa_monica@yahoo.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/hamadalicious

MONICA MANIA INTERVIEWS

Adama
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1793.html

Alex Reid
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4230.html

Angela Hunte
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3760.html

Aria Crescendo of Paradiso Girls
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3943.html

Asia Cruise
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2618.html

Bayje
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3826.html

Beau Dozier
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1807.html

Benny Blanco
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4440.html

Black Buddafly
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1591.html

Brit & Alex
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1852.html

Canela Cox
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1656.html

Carsten "Soulshock" Schack
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1725.html

Celena Cherry [of The Honeyz]
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1751.html

Charmayne "Maxee" Maxwell [of Brownstone]
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1913.html

Cleo Higgins [of Cleopatra]
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1739.html

Cristyle "The Ink" Johnson
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2654.html

Darren Lewis of Future Cut
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4383.html

Dildo Cop
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2385.html

Edwin "Lil' Eddie" Serrano
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2790.html

Emily King
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1992.html

Erika Rose
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2083.html

Evan "Kidd" Bogart
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2337.html

Goapele
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2551.html

JADA
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2631.html

Jason Derulo
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4464.html

Jazzy
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1709.html

Jeannie Ortega
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1980.html

Jessi Malay
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2068.html

Johnny Douglas
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1678.html

Joi Marshall
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2311.html

Jonas "Jay Jay" Jeberg
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4214.html

Jonathan "J.R." Rotem
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2032.html

Karen Poole
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1878.html

Karen Poole # 2
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3783.html

Karina Pasian
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1691.html

Kasey Butler
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1537.html

Katie Holmes
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2055.html

Keisha White
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2364.html

Lea
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1668.html

Lisa Simmons
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1826.html

Livvi Franc
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3627.html

Lolene
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4328.html

Lucy Walsh
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2425.html

Makeba Riddick
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1614.html

Maria Hamer Jensen
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1899.html

Marsha Ambrosius
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3656.html

Meleni Smith
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4476.html

Michelle Bell of Lynn & Wade LLP

http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2247.html

Michelle Escoffery
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1640.html

Myxx
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2229.html

Nicole Morier
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3675.html

Patrick "J.Que" Smith
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2479.html

Paula Campbell
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2163.html

Paula DeAnda
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4202.html

Peach Candy: Rasheeda & Kandi Burruss
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2276.html

Pixie Lott
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3853.html

Remi Nicole
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4258.html

Rosette
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2460.html

Ruth-Anne Cunningham
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2406.html

Samantha Jade
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1962.html

Second Nature
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2143.html

Shamora Crawford
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2183.html

Silena Murrell
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1565.html

Silya Nymoen
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3315.html

Stefani Vara
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2044.html

Steph Jones
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2447.html

The Veronicas
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2864.html

The Writing Camp
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3537.html

Tiffany Affair
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1841.html

Tiffany Starr
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3421.html

Toby Gad
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/4409.html

Tori Alamaze
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1771.html

Torica
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2991.html

Tynisha Keli
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/1864.html

Victoria "Lady V" Horn
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/3725.html

Wynter Gordon
http://monicamania.blogdrive.com/archive/2006.html


BLOG ROLL

*Musicians' Galore - Sister Blog*
http://musiciansgalore.blogdrive.com

Best Rumor
http://www.bestrumor.com

Bronx River Parkway
http://www.bronxriverparkway.com/gossip

Buzz Beyotch
http://www.buzzbeyotch.com

California Rumor
http://www.californiarumor.com

Celeb Binge
http://www.celebbinge.com

Celebs Planet
http://celebsplanet.blogspot.com

Chad Beatz
http://www.chadbeatz.com

Cigna Sight And Sound
http://cignasightandsound.blogspot.com

Daily Replay
http://dailyreplay.blogspot.com

Estrella Urbana
http://estrellaurbana.blogspot.com

Funky Media
http://funky-media.blogspot.com

J's Random Corner
http://i-am-random-j.blogspot.com

Juicy Scoop
http://juiicyscoop.blogspot.com

Kanaete
http://kanaete-jpop.blogspot.com

Mia's Meddlings
http://musicandlyrics.ibloggie.com

Music, Gossip, & More
http://musicgossipmore.blogspot.com

Musicology 101
http://musicology-101.blogspot.com

Never Forgotten
http://neverforgotten.wordpress.com

Ohhh! Crap
http://www.ohhcrapp.net/

Pop Music Kingdom
http://popmusickingdom.blogspot.com

R&B Junk
http://www.rnbjunk.com

R&B Music Blog
http://www.rnbmusicblog.com

Rory And Summer Show
http://www.roryandsummer.com

Simon's Rag
http://simonsrag.blogspot.com

Singers Room Blog
http://blog.singersroom.com

Solitaire Redux
http://solitairereduxv3.blogspot.com

Str8 Outta NYC
http://www.str8nyc.com

The Next 2 Shine
http://www.thenext2shine.com

That Grape Juice
http://www.thatgrapejuice.com

The Fashioniste
http://www.thefashioniste.com

The Gospel Fill-Up
http://thefillup.blogspot.com

The Lair
http://crazyandconfuzed.blogspot.com

The Throwbacks
http://thethrowbacks.blogspot.com

This is RnB
http://www.thisisrnb.com

UK Rep's Blog of All Blogs
http://ukrepsblogofallblogs.blogspot.com

Urban Flava Muzik
http://urban-flava-muzik.blogspot.com

Urban Hang Suite
http://raheem.splinder.com

Urban Hoopla
http://platformlaunchaction.blogspot.com


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