To Be One, runners up in the sixth season of ‘America’s Best Dance Crew’, premiered their official music video for ‘Do You’ recently. The dance driven video highlights the trio’s talent to merge their dance skills with their beat powered music. To Be One are Madison Alamia, Mikey Fusco, and Jason Smith, and are signed to Atom Factory Music. Watch the video via YouTube below.
Cody Simpson checked in with producer Andrew Watt in the latest installment of “The Paradise Series: Episode 39″, where the Australian pop singer takes a few minutes to sit down and chat with his fans about his upcoming US acoustic tour.
Asked what he’s looking forward to most about the tour, Cody said, “Being able to put on a unique, intimate experience every night for the fans. Somthing a little different, a little more raw and casual. Then things I’ve done in the past, if fans come to two shows, they’ll get a different experience every night. We’re gonna be changing up the set list, playing different songs, and just keeping it casual, maybe go out and perform barefoot.”
Asked about what inspired him to perform the songs acoustically, Simpson responded, “I love playing them acoustically because it gives you more of a chance to strip back all of the production and really just focus on what the lyric means and focus on the very few instruments that are there.”
Watch the chat via YouTube below.
Cash Cash are out with the music video to their new single ‘Take Me Home’, featuring Bebe Rexha, off the Roseland, New Jersey dance group’s EP ‘OVERTIME’, out now on Big Beat Records. The track is being pitched by Cash Cash to be in this year’s Doritos Superbowl commercial. Watch the DJ Brawner directed video via YouTube below.
Los Angeles-based 11 girl supergroup Girl Radical have premiered their official video for the holiday single ‘Santa (Bring Me My Baby)’, which is available for purchase on iTunes now. The supergroup, which was formed by *NSYNC’s JC Chasez and producer/songwriter Jimmy Harry, recently released their debut single ‘Don’t Get Me Wrong’, produced by both Chasez and Harry, which had an October release. Watch it via YouTube below.
Cody Simpson has released a black and white music video for the acoustic version of his hit ‘Pretty Brown Eyes’, produced by Andrew Watt, from the Australian pop singer’s ‘The Acoustic Sessions EP’, now available on iTunes. Watch it via YouTube below.
Several pop artists have shared their thoughts, condolences for Nelson Mandela, as well as offering quotes from the South African anti-apartheid revolutionary turned President after learning of his death on Thursday. Among the Twitter messages about the 95-year-old icon:
Neil Diamond (@NeilDiamond): Nelson Mandela inspired the world.
Yuna Zarai (@yunamusic): “..if they can learn to hate,they can be taught to love,for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”- Nelson Mandela
Lady Gaga (@ladygaga): It is such a sad yet beautiful moment that Nelson Mandela has passed. A time to celebrate him & remember his contributions to humankind.
Britney Spears (@britneyspears): Nelson Mandela was a true inspiration to all humanity. He will truly be missed.
Alexa Ray Joel (@alexarayjoel): Mourning the loss of the wisest peacemaker and advocate for freedom, Our Great Nelson Mandela. Due to his tragic loss, my Today Show Appearance has been postponed. A true Revolutionary has been put to rest… Let us keep his resilient spirit forever resonating in our minds and hearts.
Toby Lightman (@TobyLightman): So sad to hear of Nelson Mandela’s passing. He is and always will be an inspiration and made this world a better place. #legend
Harry Styles (@Harry_Styles): RIP Nelson Mandela.
KT Tunstall (@KTTunstall): I dearly hope there are more like you, Nelson Mandela.
Victoria Justice (@VictoriaJustice): R.I.P. Nelson Mandela. A brave soul who inspired millions & made a legendary impact on the world. #ThankYou #GreatHuman
Darren Hayes (@darrenhayes): So lucky to have lived in a generation where a voice like Mandela’s could be freed from silence. Grateful to have witnessed such courage.
BC Jean (@BCJean): RIP Nelson Mandela #RIP #NelsonMandela #LeadNotFollow
Sara Bareilles (@SaraBareilles): Just heard about Nelson Mandela. What a king. Feeling gratitude that the world had him at all. #peaceandlove
Elizaveta (@elizavetaka): Nelson Mandela RIP
Sandi Thom (@Sandi_Thom): “Let freedom reign. The sun never set on so glorious a human achievement.” Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013.
Cyndi Lauper (@cyndilauper): Nelson Mandela passed away today. A light in the world went out.
Katie Sutherland (@pearlypops): God bless Nelson Mandela x
Kate Voegele (@katevoegele): “It always seems impossible until it is done.” RIP, Nelson Mandela. pic.twitter.com/ikclvfZ93d
Mollie King (@MollieTheSats): So so sad to hear the news of Nelson Mandela’s death. What an absolutely incredible man he was! RIP
Nicola Roberts (@NicolaRoberts): We learnt half way through the awards that Nelson Mandela had so sadly passed away. An incredible human being now an angel.
Nick Lachey (@NickLachey): One of the more incredible experiences I’ve had was visiting the apartheid museum and home of Nelson Mandela in South Africa. May he #RIP
Clay Aiken (@clayaiken): Mandela “bent the arc of the moral universe towards justice” - Give that speechwriter a raise Mr. Prez! VERY true! May his example endure!
Nicky Byrne (@nickybyrneoffic): #Mandela RIP
Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow): I have a heavy spirit today. Nelson Mandela will forever be remembered, admired, and loved. He changed the world.
Liz McClarnon (@LizMcClarnon): RIP Nelson Mandela. A sad day for the whole world http://www.whosay.com/l/BnK7mtA
Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton): Just landed & heard the sad new about Nelson Mandela. He was a true Hero & the world is a better place because of him. May he rest in peace.
Heidi Range (@Heidi_range): “@karindarnell: RIP #NelsonMandela pic.twitter.com/UCMI5QTcoT” What a man/ human being/ inspiration RIP Mr Mandela x
Amy Pearson (@missamypearson): RIP Nelson Mandela
Kerli (@kerlimusic): Rest in Peace, Nelson Mandela? The world will continue being inspired by your life so beautifully… http://instagram.com/p/hjtUAzyRIc/
Wynter Gordon (@wyntergordon): NELSON MANDELA Thank you for fighting for us . Thank you for believing in us , believing that we could… http://instagram.com/p/hjsjCilHGr/ … I’m broken over Nelson Mandela’s death . Equally saddened by the the thought of the hands he left us in .who will fight for us now
Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul): I’m so very deeply saddened to hear of the death of Nelson Mandela. We have lost one of humanity’s greatest champions.
Jordin Sparks (@JordinSparks): He truly was an angel on earth & now he can finally fly. RIP Mandela <3
Jennifer Lopez (@JLo): “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” Rest in Peace Nelson Mandela. You will be missed. #trueinspiration #peoplewhochangetheworld
Kris Allen (@KrisAllen): His flame may have burned out but oh what a spark he left. RIP Nelson Mandela
Shane Harper (@TheShaneHarper): “…It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” ~Nelson Mandela
Katie Melua (@katiemelua): NELSON MANDELA. Rest in peace.
Neon Hitch (@NeonHitch): A true god of our world.. What a tragic loss we have today RIP Nelson Mandela. You will be missed http://instagram.com/p/hjpc2BodbO/
Enrique Iglesias (@enrique305): The world has lost someone truly inspiring. Rest in peace Nelson Mandela
Emma Bunton (@EmmaBunton): RIP Nelson Mandela. What a legacy he has left behind. I had the honour of meeting him and his spirit was unlike any other.
Jessie J (@JessieJ): Nelson Mandela showed and acted out in front of the world what the true meaning of “fight for what you… http://instagram.com/p/hjnpo9Q0bY/
Eva Simons (@evasimons): May u rest in peace Nelson Mandela. U will be missed… a true hero pic.twitter.com/3IBGcznsTt
Guy Sebastian (@GuySebastian): RIP Mandela. What a legacy.
Moby (@thelittleidiot): Nelson Mandela’s life has inspired us all. we lost a remarkable, inspiring, courageous human being today.
Maria Mena (@mariamena_no): RIP Nelson Mandela
Yoav (@yoavmusic): Sorry to hear of Nelson Mandela’s passing… Finally be at peace
Mika (@mikasounds): Good Lord. Nelson Mandela rest in peace. You were the one true great icon and role model of not only my generation but so many.
Nikki Yanofsky (@NikkiYanofsky): The world lost an icon today. A truly great, wise man. Rest in peace Nelson Mandela, thank you for all you’ve taught us. <3
Justin Guarini (@justin_guarini): I had the honor of spending time w/Nelson Mandela when he came to the US, he’s an amazing soul. A stellar example of love & forgiveness #RIP
Justin Bieber (@justinbieber): #RIPNelsonMandela
Vanessa White (@VanessaTheSats): Terribly sad news about Nelson Mandela! Rest in peace x
Janelle Monae (@JanelleMonae): 1 of the most important&greatest individuals to walk on this Earth. Nelson Mandela. He walked the walk. He was 4 THE PEOPLE. Nelson Mandela.
Rochelle Humes (@RochelleTheSats): RIP Nelson Mandela - What sad news, The loss of a great legend. A truly inspirational man. Devastating news. Rest in peace x
Adam Lambert (@adamlambert): RIP Mandela
The Puppini Sisters (@Puppini_Sisters): R.I.P. Nelson Mandela, one of history’s greatest men.
Melanie C (@MelanieCmusic): I always feel strange acknowledging somebody’s passing on twitter but I have to say I am honoured to have met the great Nelson Mandela #RIP
Regina Spektor (@respektor): Nelson Mandela- strong, hopeful, inspiring! Rest in peace… pic.twitter.com/KnOcZXAPnJ
Uh Huh Her (@UhHuhHerMusic): May you find the peace that you brought into this world. #ripnelsonmandela http://instagram.com/p/hj0Q2PpvGg/
Harry Judd (@mcflyharry): #RIPNelsonMandela
Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake): One of our GREATEST leaders… Thank you for BEING the true meaning of compassion. May you be at peace now. #RIPNelsonMandela
Kreesha Turner (@KreeshaTurner): “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” #quote #NelsonMandela #RIPNelsonMandela
Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan): “A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.” #RIPNelsonMandela
Elliott Yamin (@elliottyamin): #RIPNelsonMandela an iconic hero for positive change #History
Clare Maguire (@ClareMaguire): Rest in peace pic.twitter.com/N2pzMXJX03
Annie Lennox (@AnnieLennox): The world woke up to the news that Mandela has departed, leaving an extraordinary legacy in his wake..
Thousands of AIDS activists are gathering here in Cape Town for the biggest AIDS conference in Africa, the 17th ICASA
We are carrying on his work
Rest in Peace MadibaGabriella Cilmi (@gabcilmi): Rest peacefully Nelson Mandela… Thanks for blessing us with your wisdom…
Una Foden (@UnaTheSats): R.I.P Nelson Mandela X
Rachel Stevens (@MsRachelStevens): Just heard the news about Nelson Mandela, so so sad
Ellie Goulding (@elliegoulding): Rest well peaceful warrior, Nelson Mandela
Eliza Doolittle (@elizadoolittle): Rest in perfect peace Nelson Mandela
Fergie (@Fergie): Meeting Nelson Mandela at his house in Johannesburg was a truly memorable moment in life for me. He was an angel.
Olly Murs (@ollyofficial): So sad to hear that Nelson Mandela has died, a very influential figure has gone, will be sorely missed by millions of people. #RIPMandela
Sam Sparro (@samsparro): Wow. Nelson Mandela. What an incredible man. Humbled by his greatness. Let’s celebrate his life by continuing to change the world!
Shane Filan (@ShaneFilan): Such sad news about Nelson Mandela What an amazing man ! #RIPMandela
Amelle Berrabah (@Amelle_Berrabah): R.I.P Nelson Mandela. It was an honour to have met you xxx pic.twitter.com/C8fzqtASBN
Katy B (@KatyB): Been reading Mandela’s quotes all day… ‘Any man or institution that tries to rob me of my dignity will lose’ #RIPNelsonMandela
Janet Jackson (@JanetJackson): I am at a loss for words. Today, the world lost a great man and I lost a special friend, Nelson Mandela.
Lauren Bennett (@grl_lauren): Rest in peace Paul Walker
Darius Campbell (@DariusCampbell): R.I.P Nelson Mandela, a truly inspirational person
Kat DeLuna (@KatDeLuna): “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” - Nelson Mandela #RipNelsonMandela http://instagram.com/p/hl4xpazNy4/
Julian Perretta (@julianperretta): gutted to hear of Nelson Mandela’s passing. a powerful character who lived a life that inspires us all.
VV Brown (@VVbrown): RIP wonderful Nelson Mandela
Several pop artists are offering their condolences following the shocking news that actor Paul Walker died Saturday in a car crash after attending a car show to support the Philippines typhoon relief effort. The 30-year-old took a ride with a friend in a new Porsche GT, which lost control and reportedly hit a post or tree, bursting into flames. Among the reactions to Walker’s death on Twitter:
Christina Perri (@christinaperri): life is so short. tell that person you love them. #rippaulwalker
Alexz Johnson (@alexzjohnson): Heartbreaking news. #RIPPaulWalker… it just takes a second. Life is so precious..
Lee Ryan (@LeeRyanMusic): Just heard Paul Walker the Hollywood actor died in a car crash??? Is the bollox or true. Hope it’s just a nasty prank
Lance Bass (@LanceBass): So so sad about Paul Walker : (
Michelle Branch (@michellebranch): Sad to hear about Paul Walker. A friend of a friend was there & said he was at a charity car event raising money for the Philippines. Awful!
Paris Hilton (@ParisHilton): Just heard the horrible news about Paul Walker. So sad & shocked to hear this. :( My heart goes out to his friends & family. #RIPPaulWalker
LUCIANA (@LucianaCaporaso): So sad to hear about Paul Walker tonight. Rip handsome.
Celica Westbrook (@CelicaWestbrook): It’s true. Paul Walker @RealPaulWalker died today in a tragic car accident. I am deeply saddened. I loved him:( … I also want to say that anyone who knew Paul Walker @RealPaulWalker is deeply in my prayers. Rest in peace Paul!!
Nikki Flores (@MsNikkiFlores): Rest in peace Paul Walker…. :’( so sad.
Cascada (@cascada_music): just got of stage in Denmark and am stunned by the news that Paul Walker has died… I am a big fan of his movies and can’t quite believe it. RIP
Elizaveta (@elizavetaka): RIP Paul Walker:(
Sara Bareilles (@SaraBareilles): So sad about Paul Walker and his colleague. :(
Alyson Stoner (@AlysonOnTour): My heart is so heavy. I know of two different people who saw @RealPaulWalker this morning in town. I’m really, really sorry for your loss.
Keisha Buchanan (@keisha_buchanan): I am so sad to hear about #paulwalker I was just talking about him during an interview in Dublin on Friday. Shocked!! Wow. RIP :-(
Alexa Vega (@alexavega): I cannot believe Paul walker passed away. This is so tragic. What an incredibly kind human being to leave us so soon. Pray for his family.
Lisa Origliasso (@Lisa_Veronica): Paul Walker :(
Shannon Noll (@NOLLSIE): I just read somewhere that Paul Walker has died in a car accident? Has anyone else heard this? … Ah bugger, that’s really sad. Feel for his family. R.I.P Paul Walker
Debby Ryan (@DebbyRyan): RIP Paul Walker. Such a tragedy when an incredible talent, and an even better heart, passes away so young. My prayers are with his family.
Ashley Tisdale (@ashleytisdale): So sad about Paul Walker. May he rest in peace and join the Angels above. A truly beautiful person in work and helping others.
Nick Lachey (@NickLachey): Though I didn’t know him well, I did know Paul Walker to be one of the good guys. Obviously, he has been taken from us way too young. #RIP
Victoria Justice (@VictoriaJustice): I am so sad over the news of Paul Walker’s tragic passing, along w/ his friend Roger Rodas. My thoughts & prayers go out to their families.
Jordin Sparks (@JordinSparks): Life is so fragile. Sending tons of my love & prayers to his family & friends. RIP Paul Walker.
Miley Cyrus (@MileyCyrus): I’m really sad about Paul Walker :(
Taryn Manning (@TarynManning): Your purpose was served and now you get to go home…#PaulWalker pic.twitter.com/1PWXbRZaAY
Brian Mcfadden (@BrianMcFadden): gutted about paul walker. still cant believe it
Mollie King (@MollieTheSats): I can’t believe the news of Paul Walker. What incredibly sad news. RIP xxx
Rochelle Humes (@RochelleTheSats): Incredibly devastating news about Paul Walker, thoughts are with his friends and family x
BC Jean (@BCJean): RIP Paul Walker!!! I am extremely sad…my heart breaks for your friends and family. #PaulWalker #FastAndFurious #RIPPaulWalker
Darius Campbell (@DariusCampbell): Paul Walker- a great father, friend and beloved movie star- taken from this life too soon. My prayers are with the Walker family #RIP
Amelle Berrabah (@Amelle_Berrabah): So sad about Paul Walker
Kimberley Walsh (@KimberleyJWalsh): Oh my god I am so shocked to see the tragic news that Paul Walker has died. Can’t believe it how unbelievably sad. #RIPPaulWalker
Cheryl Cole (@CherylCole): My thoughts and prayers also to the loved ones of Roger Rodas, who died alongside Paul Walker?? Sending my love to everyone this has affected
Vita Chambers (@VitaChambers): RIP @RealPaulWalker You will be missed
Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul): I send my heartfelt prayers and sincerest condolences to Paul Walker’s family in this time of grief. What a shocking tragedy… I send prayers and condolences to the family of Roger Rodas, who passed away w/Paul Walker. I can’t imagine their shock and grief. #RIP
Ricki-Lee (@TheRickiLee): R.I.P Paul Walker. Gone too soon. So sad.
Lindsay Lohan (@lindsaylohan): Life is truly precious. #RIPPaulWalker and Roger Rodas. Bless ur beautiful families. Guys pls donate to their charity @ReachOutWW
Dozens of pop stars sent out Happy Thanksgiving wishes via Twitter today in celebration of the American holiday. Among the tweets:
Jennifer Lopez (@JLo): Happy Thanksgiving everyone!! #familia #goodfood #LOVE #iamgrateful
Orianthi (@orianthi): Happy thanksgiving !!!
Austin Mahone (@AustinMahone): HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
Esmée Denters (@esmeeworld): Happy Thanksgiving everybody! Start each day with a grateful heart!
Jessie J (@JessieJ): Happy Thanksgiving
Neon Hitch (@NeonHitch): Happy thanksgiving America! I will pay my respect by eating lots of food today.. Can’t wait to be back in the states xx
Ashley Tisdale (@ashleytisdale): Happy thanksgiving!!!!! So excited to wake up and see 11 million followers, so as promised here’s your hint….. Dec 16th :)
Victoria Beckham (@victoriabeckham): Happy thanksgiving fashion bunnies!! x vb https://vine.co/v/hPzlvdWUmtb
Lady Gaga (@ladygaga): Happy Thanksgiving little turkey+tofurkey monsters, I love you with am, my heart and thought all day about how grateful I am to be… So excited to have Kermit and The Muppets on my Thanksgiving special tonight! I wonder if @RealMissPiggy is going to show up?
Lovey James (@TheLoveyJames): Happy Thanksgiving! Stuff your face today!
Joe Jonas (@joejonas): Happy thanksgiving! http://instagram.com/p/hQ0Ox0j8E6/
Eliza Doolittle (@elizadoolittle): Happy thanksgiving to all the Americans out thurrrrrrrrr!
Rob Thomas (@ThisIsRobThomas): HAPPY THANKSGIVING everyone out there! hope you are safe and sound with family.
Luciana (@LucianaCaporaso): A ‘HAPPY THANKSGIVING” to you all… pic.twitter.com/pNiCFE4PAN
One Direction (@onedirection): Happy Thanksgiving US Fans! Hope you guys are enjoying the holiday with friends and family! 1DHQ x
Kimberly Wyatt (@KimberlyKWyatt): I’m so sad I’m missing the Thanksgiving Day Parade…. Happy T Day twitter peeps. Xx
In the latest episode of Cody Simpson’s The Paradise Series, the Australian pop singer offers an inside look at the making of his upcoming album ‘The Acoustic Sessions’, out November 19th, with comments from Cody and producer Andrew Watt.
Cody remarked, “Being in the studio for such an extended period of time and just being able to experiment with different ways to sort of translate songs off my album and also all the songs into the artist that I am now and the artist that I have become at this present day, it’s a beautiful thing to be able to sort of take things that you did when you were a little less experienced and a little less developed and experienced as an artist and as a musician, and to be able to translate them into something that relates to you now.”
Simpson continued, “As a singer songwriter, the number one goal and what I enjoy most is being able to sit down for someone, or for a small group of people, and be able to play a song for them up close and personal, intimately, but unfortunately that’s not something that I can accomplish for every single person, so the goal with these recordings is for my fans to be able to sit in their bedroom and put on their headphones and for it to almost feel as though I’m sitting right there next to them with my guitar, singing these songs into their ears and being able to create that listening experience.”
What he liked best about the direction he and Watt took on the album, Cody said, “What I really like about this project is that we had no boundaries. In projects that I’ve done in the past, I had to keep myself in say, ‘Hey, you have to go a certain way with this song, you have to go a certain way with this song’, where with this project we really opened our minds and that’s what made it that much more special to us both was to be able to go anywhere we wanted with it. The fact that every single song turned out a way we had envisioned was incredible.”
Watch the footage via YouTube below.
Yuna has premiered her official music video for the single ‘Rescue’, off Malaysian singer songwriter’s newly released Verve Records debut ‘Nocturnal’. The video was directed by Elliott Sellers, and was shot primarily at Big Sur, with select shots in Downtown Los Angeles. Watch it via YouTube below.