Pop Artists React To Steve Jobs’ Death On Twitter

Posted on October 5, 2011 by popdirt
Steve Jobs 1955-2011

Several pop artists are reacting to the death of Steve Jobs, the co-founder, chairman, and former chief executive officer of Apple Inc., who lost his long battle with pancreatic cancer earlier today. Jobs, who was 56, helped revolutionize the music industry with the introduction of the iPod and iTunes, followed by the iPhone and the iPad. Amogn the Tweets:

Natalie Warner (@natwarner): So sad to hear about Steve Jobs!!! :0(

Jordin Sparks (@JordinSparks): OMG! Steve Jobs. :(

Emmy Rossum (@emmyrossum): Rest In Peace, Steve Jobs. A true genius and kind man. I was lucky to meet him and his family when I was a young child. He will be missed.

(@michellebranch): R.I.P. Steve Jobs.

Samantha Ronson (@samantharonson): holy sh**. That’s so sad. What an incredible loss for everyone. Thoughts and prayers to his family and thanks for all he did. #RIPSTEVEJOBS

Evan Taubenfeld (@EvanT): RIP Steve Jobs, the most brilliant artist of all of our lifetimes

D.A. Wallach of Chester French (@DAChesterFrench): Saddened to hear of Steve Jobs’ passing. His relentless vision and principle always inspired me even when I’ve disagreed with him.

Justin Guarini (@justin_guarini): R.I.P. Steve Jobs. You revolutionized the world for artists and creative people. You will be sorely missed.

(@kerlimusic): Thank You for sharing Your Vision and Genius with us. Rest in Peace. <3 #RIPSTEVEJOBS

Kina Grannis (@kinagrannis): :( RIP Steve Jobs. so sad.

Guy Sebastian (@GuySebastian): RIP Steve Jobs. :-( SO sad.

Wynter Gordon (@wyntermusic): R.I.P STEVE JOBS … 56 years young. He changed the way we hear music .

Sam Sparro (@sam_sparro): Wow! Steve Jobs. What a legend. You really can change the world. :(

(@kylieminogue): From my Mac to all Lovers… RIP Steve Jobs

Marion Raven (@marionraven): R.I.P Steve Jobs. I love my Apple.

Richard Vission (@richardvission): You made us ‘Think Different’ – Thank You forever RIP Steve Jobs

Lights (@lights): My timeline is filling up with blessings for the late Steve Jobs. How much one person can affect so many lives is incredible. #RIP

Nick Lachey (@NickSLachey): Best wishes to the family of #stevejobs. What an amazing man and amazing life! Certainly, his legacy will be with us all forever. #RIP.

Elliott Yamin (@elliottyamin): Wow!….RIP Steve Jobs!… You changed the game FOREVER!!

Katie Rox (@KatieRoxMusic): A dreamer, believer, doer, achiever RIP Steve Jobs

Natalie Walker (@nataliewalkeris): #RIPSteveJobs thanks for everything.

Avery (@AVERYofficial): RIP Steve Jobs. :( thank you for changing the world

Aly & AJ Michalka (@78violet): Grieving over Steve Jobs. What an incredible mind and talent. His passion is an inspiration. Xo 78violet

Hanson (@hansonmusic): Mr Jobs, you were a visionary and you left our world better off through your pursuit of the future and perfection. You will be missed. RIP

Sara Bareilles (@SaraBareilles): I’m sad about Steve Jobs. He was a visionary. Life is short. Do what you love when you can.

Ricky Martin (@ricky_martin): Where is the excitement gonna come from. We won’t see another you in this lifetime. Thank you for everything Steve! :o(

LucianaCaporaso (@LucianaCaporaso): The world has lost a genius today. RIP Steve Jobs, Thanks for bringing the Mac Magic into the world. x

Marie Digby (@mariedigby): Very saddened to hear the news about Steve Jobs…his incredible contributions to the world will be forever remembered..

Victoria Justice (@VictoriaJustice): On set filming & I just heard the sad news… RIP Steve Jobs . You’ve changed the world & inspired SO many people. #iSad

Moby (@thelittleidiot): So very, very, very sad that Steve Jobs died so young. His death is our huge loss. Very sad.

Jessica Sutta (@IamJessicaSutta): RIP Steve Jobs.. thanks for all the amazing things you brought to this world.. Your legacy lives on forever.

Miley Cyrus (@MileyCyrus): Thank you for connecting all of us Mr. Jobs. RIP

Cody Simpson (@CodySimpson): Steve Jobs was a genius. A visionary. RIP. you changed the way I live, truly. #RIP #apple

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Kylie Minogue Collects Honorary From Anglia Ruskin University

Posted on October 5, 2011 by popdirt
Kylie Minogue signs a beachball

collected an honorary Doctorate of Health Sciences from Anglia Ruskin University at a ceremony in Chelmsford today, which was being given for her work promoting breast cancer awareness after the Australian pop singer battled the disease.

“We make honorary awards to individuals of extraordinary talent who have made an outstanding contribution to their chosen field of endeavour,” said professor Michael Thorne, vice chancellor of Anglia Ruskin University. “We hope that the recipients of these honorary awards will serve as examples to our graduates.”

Kylie Tweeted her followers after receiving the doctorate: “Thank you Anglia Ruskin for such an honor!”

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Kylie Minogue Considers Intimate “Anti-Tour”

Posted on August 15, 2011 by popdirt

‘Dannii asks, Kylie answers: Part 3′ has been posted, where asks a series of questions to her sister . The elder Minogue talked about putting together a musical, if she’s considering a duets album, which song of each other’s they would do, doing an anti-tour of non singles or new material and stripped down production, and wanting to be in a great British drama.

“I really like the idea of an anti-tour. The opposite of this,” the 43-year-old said, referring to her ‘Aphrodite’ tour. “I don’t think I can get bigger than this production. It would be really great to do tiny, intimate shows: no dancing, no lights. There’s nothing flash about it. (I’d be) performing songs that would never ever, ever have a hope in hell of being in a show like this. (It would be) only fan-known B-sides or songs that I’ve just done once.”

Watch the sibling chat below.

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Pop Stars Celebrate New York Legalizing Gay Marriage

Posted on June 25, 2011 by popdirt
Lady Gaga and her crew celebrate New York legalizing gay marriage

Several pop artists are reacting to the news Friday night that the New York state Senate passed a measure to legalize gay marriage in the state by a vote of 33-to-29. The measure was then signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo. Among the messages on Twitter:

Lady Gaga (@ladygaga): I can’t stop crying. We did it kids.
The revolution is ours to fight for love, justice+equality. Rejoice NY, and propose. We did it!!!

Lance Bass (@LanceBass): Historic moment happening right now in NY!!!! We are so close!!!!
Watch @andersoncooper on CNN to follow best coverage of this historic moment!
BIG BIG DAY FOR OUR FAMILIES 33-29 it passed!!!! Now lets educate people and make sure we make them feel comfortable with why this happened!

Scissor Sisters (@scissorsisters): I’m so proud to be a New Yorker, where marriage equality has been realized! Who wants Minister Matronic to officiate their gay wedding? xANA

P!nk (@Pink): CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! ABOUT TIME! RT @nytimes NYT NEWS ALERT: Gay Marriage Approved by New York Senate

Ricki-Lee Coulter (@THErickilee): Two years ago the world lost one of it’s brightest stars…the king of pop & my biggest inspiration :( His legacy will last forever! X

Wynter Gordon (@wyntermusic): New York just passed the law to allow gay marriage!!!! Who’s getting hitched!!!!!! :)?!?!

Allison Iraheta (@AllisonIraheta): Woo! RT @outmagazine: We Do: GAY MARRIAGE IS LEGAL IN NEW YORK: Start dieting for that dress fitting, gals!!!!!

Christina Perri (@christinaperri): Yay NYC!!!! finally!!!! start proposing lovers!!! #equality

Sia Furler (@siamusic): Congratulations to new york for getting with the program and passing the bill to allow same sex marriage! We deserve nothing less!

(@lindsaylohan): I think that what is happening in NY tonight is an incredible thing… NOH8 fingers crossed
GO NY!!!!
Nice work to Gov. Andrew Cuomo*
Proud to be FROM NY!

Ingrid Michaelson (@ingridmusic): wonderful news! @nytimes NYT NEWS ALERT: Gay Marriage Approved by New York Senate

Kimberley Locke (@KimberleyLocke): Happy Pride NYC!!!! What a gift!!!!! #gaymarriage

Ricky Martin (@ricky_martin): Time to celebrate!!! Marriage Equality for NYers! Its about… love! nyti.ms/iW3CZr #humanrights #LGBT

Samantha Ronson (@samantharonson): Divorce lawyers all over New York State are celebrating tonight! YAY!

Savannah Outen (@therealsavannah): You did it NYer’s! Everyone deserves to be with who they want. Love Is Love. #equality

Tiffany Giardina (@TiffanyGiardina): Just another reason why NY is the best! #eastcoast #SSM #loveislouder

Mandy Moore (@TheMandyMoore): MARRIAGE EQUALITY in NEW YORK! What a win and what a way to start the weekend!! California: time to follow suit….

Justin Guarini (@justin_guarini): Good for you New York!! #tolerance

(@kylieminogue): Go NYC!!!!! #equalityforall Love is love is love!!!!!

Idina Menzel (@idinamenzel): proud to be a new yorker today! #MarriageEqualtiy

Nadine Coyle (@NadineWorldwide): This weekend and forever in NYC we are celebrating a human right that should always have been. Now.. Who is getting married? Xx

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Kylie Minogue Credits U.S. Sell-Out Tour To Loyal Gay Audience

Posted on May 25, 2011 by popdirt

talked with ITN about fame in America after finishing a sell-out tour of the States. “Here, my core fan base has been my gay audience,” the Australian pop star said of the American support. “They’ve really been with me through thick and thin. They are the ones raising the roof each night with the show.” Watch the report via YouTube below.

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Kylie Minogue Tears Up Recounting Breast Cancer Battle

Posted on March 13, 2011 by popdirt
Kylie Minogue does the splits

shed tears during an interview with Seven’s Molly Meldrum, talking about her breast cancer ordeal and how her family was the source of her strength and positive attitude. “You might have seen the bravery, I don’t think the public really saw … I stayed indoors and it was my family who supported me through really rotten, dark moments,” Minogue said. Read more and watch a clip at SMH.com.au.

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Kylie Minogue ‘Nu-Di-Ty’ Acoustic Performance

Posted on March 11, 2011 by popdirt

performed an impromptu, acoustic version of ‘Nu-Di-Ty’ before the show in Toulouse, France, with some unexpected background performers.

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Kylie Minogue On Touring, Musical Passion & Acting

Posted on February 25, 2011 by popdirt

took part in a ‘Ask:Reply’ feature on Vevo, fielding questions from Twitter users. The Australian pop singer discussed whether she’d be performing unreleased songs on her current tour, if she’s got a different outlook on “conquering” America, what she’d do to change one thing with the world, if she still has a passion for her profession, and acting plans. Watch it below.

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Kylie Minogue Kicks Off Aphrodite-Les Folies 2011 Tour

Posted on February 25, 2011 by popdirt
Kylie Minogue grabs the mic stand

Last weekend, in a small town in the middle of Denmark, presented her biggest and show ever. Over 10,000 fans gave the Australian pop singer a standing ovation at the end of the two hour Aphrodite-Les Folies show at the Multi Arena. The concert, spread over seven acts, saw Kylie performing in eight bespoke Dolce & Gabbana creations.

Fans flew in from all over the world, from as far away as Hong Kong, from Russia, from the Middle East, from Adelaide in Australia they flocked to Denmark to be present at opening night. This was just the first night of an extensive world tour that will make stops from one end of Europe to the other, to Japan, Canada, USA, Mexico, New Zealand, Australia, South East Asia and beyond, not ending until well into 2011.

Check out an amazing montage of visuals and songs from her tour kickoff, as well as some teaser footage from Dolce & Gabbana of Kylie being fitted for some of her tour outfits via a pair of YouTube videos below the cut.

North American Tour Dates:
28 April Montreal, Canada, Bell Centre
29 April Boston, MA, USA, Agganis Arena
30 April Washington DC, USA, Patriot Centre
02 May New York, NY, USA, Hammerstein Ballroom
03 May New York, NY, USA, Hammerstein Ballroom
06 May Atlanta, GA, USA, Fox Theatre
07 May Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA, Bank Atlantic Centre
08 May Orlando, FL, USA, Hard Rock Theatre
10 May Houston, TX, USA, Verizon Theatre
12 May Mexico City, Mexico, Sports Palace
14 May Guadalajara, Mexico, Auditorio Telmex
16 May Monterrey, Mexico, Monterrey Arena
18 May Dallas, TX, USA, Verizon Theatre
20 May Los Angeles, CA, USA, Hollywood Bowl
21 May San Francisco, CA, USA, Bill Graham Civic Cent.
22 May Las Vegas, NV, USA, Colosseum, Caesars Palace
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Kylie Minogue Aphrodite-Les Folies Tour 2011

Posted on January 29, 2011 by popdirt
Kylie Minogue 'Aphrodite'

has announced dates for her Aphrodite-Les Folies Tour 2011, which was created by the Australian pop singer and William Baker, her long-time creative collaborator. The entire production is valued at over $25 million, and will see Kylie joined on stage by a huge cast of dancers and aerial performers along with her live band. The show will be moved throughout Europe by a crew of over 100 personnel in a fleet of 25 trucks.

“Rehearsals are well underway and the show is shaping up to be more than I could have wished for,” Kylie said. “All departments are doing a stellar job and the combined level of expertise is nothing short of mind blowing. My friends, Dolce & Gabbana have designed an amazing wardrobe for me. I’m overwhelmed with the love and talent that is going into this tour and I can’t wait for my fans to be part of it”

Aphrodite – Les Folies Tour
Sat 19 Feb Herning, Denmark, Herning Arena
Tue 22 Feb Helsinki, Finland, Hartwall Arena
Wed 23 Feb Tallin, Estonia, Saku Arena
Fri 25 Feb Riga, Latvia, Arena
Sat 26 Feb Vilnius, Lithuania, Siemens Arena
Mon 28 Feb Hamburg, Germany, O2 World
Tue 01 March Berlin, Germany, O2 World
Wed 02 March Prague, Czech Republic, O2 Arena
Fri 04 March Leipzig, Germany, Red Bull Arena
Sat 05 March Munich, Germany, Olympiahalle
Sun 06 March Mannheim, Germany, SAP Arena
Tue 08 March Milan, Italy, Mediolanum Forum
Wed 09 March Zurich, Switzerland, Hallenstadion
Fri 11 March Toulouse, France, Zenith
Sat 12 March Barcelona, Spain, Palau Saint Jordi
Mon 14 March Amnéville, France, The Galaxie
Tue 15 March Paris, France, Palais Omnisport Bercy
Thu 17 March Amsterdam, Netherlands, Heineken Music Hall (Note venue change)
Fri 18 March Oberhausen, Germany, Koning Pilsner Arena
Sat 19 March Antwerp, Belgium, Lotto Sportpaleis
Tue 22 March Dublin, Eire, O2
Wed 23 March Dublin, Eire, O2
Fri 25 March Cardiff, UK, Cardiff International Arena
Sat 26 March Cardiff, UK, Cardiff International Arena (Extra Date!)
Mon 28 March Glasgow, UK, SECC
Tue 29 March Glasgow, UK, SECC
Wed 30 March Glasgow, UK, SECC
Fri 01 April Manchester, UK, Evening News Arena
Sat 02 April Manchester, UK, Evening News Arena
Mon 04 April Manchester, UK, Evening News Arena
Tue 05 April Manchester, UK, Evening News Arena
Thu 07 April London, UK, O2 Arena
Fri 08 April London, UK, O2 Arena
Sat 09 April London, UK, O2 Arena
Mon 11 April London, UK, O2 Arena
Tue 12 April London, UK, O2 Arena

Aphrodite-Live 2011
Sat 23 April Tokyo, Japan, Makuhari Event Hall
Sun 24 April Tokyo, Japan, Makuhari Event Hall
Mon 25 April Osaka, Japan, Jo Hall
Thu 28 April Montreal, Canada, Bell Centre
Fri 29 April Boston, MA, USA, Agganis Arena
Sat 30 April Washington DC, USA, Patriot Centre
Mon 02 May New York, NY, USA, Hammerstein Ballroom
Tue 03 May New York, NY, USA, Hammerstein Ballroom
Wed 04 May New York, NY, USA, Hammerstein Ballroom
Fri 06 May Atlanta, GA, USA, Fox Theatre
Sat 07 May Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA, Bank Atlantic Centre
Sun 08 May Orlando, FL, USA, Hard Rock Theatre
Tue 10 May Houston, TX, USA, Verizon Theatre
Thu 12 May Mexico City, Mexico, Sports Palace
Sat 14 May Guadalajara, Mexico, Auditorio Telmex
Mon 16 May Monterrey, Mexico, Monterrey Arena
Wed 18 May Dallas, TX, USA, Verizon Theatre
Fri 20 May Los Angeles, CA, USA, Hollywood Bowl
Sat 21 May San Francisco, CA, USA, Bill Graham Civic Cent.
Sun 22 May Las Vegas, NV, USA, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

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