12-10-10

Well, we're finally here... the final installment of J.C. White Is The New Black. Yes, it's been a journey, but I hope that you've all learned everything possible and you too will be able to call yourselves "the new blacks."
To start out, I want to address the death of Elizabeth Edwards, the former wife of Democratic Presidential candidate, John Edwards. Of course, we all know about the scandal of Elizabeth's husband cheating on her and (allegedly) fathering a child with his secretary. This was followed by Elizabeth kicking him to the curb, (Way to go girl!) writing a bestselling book, and becoming a voice for Feminists everywhere. Sadly however, she died this week just a few days after her doctor told her to stop taking her treatments for cancer. Before she passed though, she left this message on Facebook: The days of our lives, for all of us, are numbered. We know that. And yes, there are certainly times when we aren't able to muster as much strength and patience as we would like. It's called being human." But I have found that in the simple act of living with hope, and in the daily effort to have a positive impact in the world, the days I do have are made all the more meaningful and precious. And for that, I am grateful."
In other news, Lindsay Lohan is back and driving! RUN FOR YOUR LIFE! Sources say her rehab center, Betty Ford, was not sure whether or not they should let her drive, however they decided to go ahead and give her the freedom. However, that still I know leaves me a little bit scared every time I go out onto the road. (And I live across the country from Los Angeles!)
In radio news, Howard Stern announced he would stay on the air for five more years and then be done with it once and for all. The provocative self-proclaimed, "King of All Media," said that he thinks that the people working with him at Sirius Radio are geniuses. However, he decided that after five more years of his show, (His current contract ends this week) he's going to stop. There's no word yet on what he's being paid to stay on the show yet, (His last contract gave him $100 million dollars- a world record.) however, I'm sure that it's nothing that the unions are going to be complaining about.
And lastly, I leave you with something that's... really not all that surprising. This week a surge of controversy surrounded Miley Cyrus (Now the not surprising comment makes sense, right?) as a video was released showing Cyrus with a bong smoking... Salvia. (Which is basically the legal version of marijuana.) According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, Salvia gives, "hallucinogenic effects," and "effects include perceptions of bright lights, vivid colors and shapes, as well as body movements and body or object distortions." There is debate within the scientific community if Salvia is dangerous with some saying it should be considered in the same league as LSD and heroin, and others believing it is harmless and actually has some positive effects. However, still by many regardless it is considered as repulsive. This all comes after Cyrus was in a storm about drinking in Spain a few weeks ago. Therefore, I have to ask will the pop star ever learn? If not, it looks like we have yet another Lindsay.
And there you go, you can all go up to your friends, family, co-workers, (or random people on the street) and yell in their face how you are a culturally aware individual, how you know so much more than they do, and most importantly... how you are The New Black.

11-26-10

The American Music Awards were aired on ABC on Sunday evening and as you know awards shows compose at least a good 40% of my purpose in life. (Or well... maybe 35%.) Therefore of course,  I was front and center in front of my television watching for you good readers and therefore, I can also officially tell you all the AMA's sucked... big time. The show was JUST. PLAIN. BORING. Everything pretty much went exactly as I would've expected (something I think should only happen at the Oscars) right down to Justin Bieber sweeping the night with his charming lesbian haircut and all. Anyway, for those of you fortunate enough to have made other plans on Sunday but still would like to know the evening's results, here you go you vultures!:

Favorite Soul/R&B Album: Usher, Raymond v. Raymond
Favorite Pop Rock Band/Duo/Group: The Black Eyed Peas
Favorite Country Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Favorite Latin Music Artist: Shakira
Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist: Rihanna 
Favorite Country Male Artist: Brad Paisley
Favorite Breakthrough Artist: Justin Bieber
Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist: Justin Bieber
Favorite Country Band/Duo/Group: Lady Antebellum
Favorite Alternative Rock Music Artist: Muse
Favorite  Adult Contemporary Music Artist: Michael Bublé
Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist: Usher
Favorite Artist of the Year: Justin Bieber
Favorite Country Album: Carrie Underwood, Play On
Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Male Artist: Eminem
Favorite Pop/Rock Album: Justin Bieber, My World 2.0
Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist: Lady Gaga
Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist: MercyMe
Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album: Eminem, Recovery
Favorite Soundtrack Album: Glee: The Music, Volume 3 Showstoppers
In other news of the week, while playing a friendly game of basketball on Black Friday, President Obama, was "accidentally" smacked in the face with his opponent's elbow causing injury and subsequently him having to get twelve stitches in his upper lip. Aww, the poor thing! What, do you think I should send him a get well soon card or something? Either way, let's just hope this doesn't diminish his ability to communicate with the Koreans.
In old fart news, folk music legend, Willie Nelson, was arrested for possession of marijuana on Friday morning in Texas on his way to a show in Austin for his tour. He was taken to the Hudsputh County Jail, however soon posted bail. However, I'm still left wondering what he explained to his fans that night when he (at least I'm imagining he did) showed up late to his concert... I'm sure it had to be interesting to say the least. I have funny feeling we've not heard the last about this case. (Does anyone smell the new Lindsay?)
Lastly, this week I present you with a segment of WTF Moments. Michael Brea, a little-known actor most famous for a small role on "Ugly Betty," was taken into custody this week for allegedly murdering his mother. When asked to comment on the case Brea explained that God came to him in a dream and told him that he would die the next day. Then (once he was awake that is) he left his apartment and took the train to Brooklyn because a man was trying to put a curse on him. He says,"I felt like Neo from 'The Matrix.' I began hearing voices and feeling powerful ... They were asking about the difference between mom and mother. It was a sign." Once he reached his mother's house he decided he was going to kill her. While there his mother asked him to pour some water into a pot so she could prepare a chicken and he attacked her with a sword saying that a demon had taken over her soul. He added in the interview,"I was slashing my mom and I heard the police knocking on the door yelling, 'Michael, open up, Michael, open up,' but I knew they wouldn't open the door and stop me because the spirits were protecting me ... I just kept cutting her. No one could stop me. I was doing the work of God." Therefore, I know at least I'm left wondering at this tragedy, WTF? (However it should be noted that the law did catch up with Michal Brea and he has been charged with second degree murder.)
On a much lighter note, I would like to wish everyone a happy belated Thanksgiving and give you something that I'm thankful for. While surfing the web I came across a relatively new song and music video by pop icon, Kylie Minogue, and have been obsessed with it ever since and therefore I'm thankful for Kylie Minogue and at this time want to share wth you all the greatness that is her song "Get Outta My Way."

11-19-10

It's a wedding! AND A ROYAL WEDDING TOO! Yes ladies and gentlemen, it was announced this week that the United Kingdom's heir to the throne, Prince William, is engaged to commoner, (although also heiress to multi-million dollar fortune... oops, or should I say multi-milion pound or euro fortune) Kate Middleton. This also comes with the news that for this engagement there was no trip to Cartier for Kate, but rather Prince William decided it would be much more meaningful to give her, his mother's, the late Princess Diana's, engagement ring from her engagement to William's father, Prince Charles. The ring consists of fourteen diamonds surrounding a large sapphire stone and when was purchased back in 1981 was bought for £30,000. Furthermore, while many entertainment commentators have said that this may be a "bad-luck" charm, I'm choosing to say the opposite in this case and am saying the ring will represent Princess Di's immense poplarity rather than her nasty divorce and young death. So really I guess even though she didn't get the Cartier road-trip... bitch still cleaned house pretty well.
The Palins: Love 'em or hate 'em (I sincerely hope you have the sense for the latter) you can't escape from them! This was further cemented this week with the premiere of TLC's new series, "Sarah Palin's Alaska," following the life of the ex-governor in her quest to... rock climb? I'm not exactly sure what is so interesting about following the camping adventures of the family to people, but apparently the "Palin Posse," as I so call them (you know- the same people who week after week have kept the train wreck that is Bristol Palin on Dancing With The Stars) disagree with me as the show garnered TLC with it's highest series premiere ratings in it's history. In this triumph for the Palin family, however, of course cannot be satisfied by simply giving themselves a pat on the back. Nope, once again they had to get political. (Which of course the entire show in reality is, since it is her desperate attempt to gain enough attention for a presidential political campaign for 2012.) During the premiere of the show, one of the classmates (apparently named Tre) of sixteen-year-old Palin daughter, Willow, posted on Facebook, "Sarah Palin's Alaska, is failing so hard right now." Seeing this on her Newsfeed, Willow responded by answering back, "Haha your so gay. I have no idea who you are, But what I've seen pictures of, your disgusting ... My sister had a kid and is still hot." Later she added, "Tre stfu. Your such a f**got." This was all followed by a Facebook Wall War in which any people "ganged up," (and most likely quite rightly) on Willow to which she dug her hole even deeper adding, "Sorry that you guys are all jealous of my families success and you guys aren't goin to go anywhere with your lives."  First of all, let me point out the grammatical correction that is driving me insane, *"...my FAMILY'S success and you guys..." Second of all, aside from the fact that all of these comments made by Willow are childish, let me add that she uses homophobic slurs. And to this how does the Sarah Palin camp respond. They say that she was simply a "baby bear defending Mama Grizzly." This has caused me to institute a new segment here on J.C. White Is The New Black entitled "WTF? Moments." However, I'm still not quite sure what I should be most surprised about: A) We get to see yet again just what kind of people the entire Palin family is B) Someone would be stupid enough to post homophobic slurs on Facebook or C) They have modern conveniences such as indoor plumbing, electricity, and the internet in Alaska.

11-12-10

We all want to know... is P!nk pregnant or not? In the last few days the rumors have not left any media outlet without asking the question, whether it be in print, radio, or television. This all comes after it has been noticed that the pop singer who is known for not quite liking to follow rules is sporting a little bump in her tummy-region. With all of this questioning P!nk has responded with a big fat no response... thanks! Either way, it appears as though the singer is either trying to maintain her privacy and not announce her pregnancy until a later date or... she's embarrassed about some weight gain and we're all horrible people for talking about it. (Which if that is the case then... sorry P!nk.)
In future Lindsay Lohan's of the world news, (and this time it's not Miley- imagine that!) the people at Disney Channel have noted that since Demi Lovato has been admitted to rehab, the television show in which she stars, entitled Sonny With A Chance, will go on but however will shift focus onto a television that takes place within the show. (And if that sounds confusing that's because it is!) A Disney representative said, "This allows her the time she needs to get well, without distraction or pressure ... Again, we extend our ongoing support to Demi and her family as she works to overcome personal issues." This all comes to us as the Lovato camp has assured the press that her choice to go into rehab was not for drug-related problems, but rather to deal with her "emotional and physical issues," to which I say, "YEA RIGHT!"
This week, as former president George W. Bush released his new memoir recounting the events of his presidency, former president Bill Clinton was seen on the set of The Hangover 2. (And yes, I'm pretty excited for it's release... although in all actuality I didn't find The Hangover to be as funny as most people and think it's a little bit overrated but anyway I'm getting of track...) When the reports came out that the president was seen on the Thailand set with the Hangover stars it was confirmed that Clinton did in fact shoot a cameo for the film. One thing's for sure, if I wasn't going to buy a ticket to see The Hangover 2 before, I sure am now!
This brings us to today's reason that the world is going to come to an end! Jersey Shore star, Angelina, recentley released a clip of a new rap song she has made that has gone viral around the internet and has been parodied by many youtube celebrities and even by her co-star Vinni, also from the Jersey Shore cast. The song has been deemed horrible (not something I think would be too difficult to agree with) and a disgrace to the rap music genre. And with all of this love and support, it has been decided that Angelina should now release the rest of the song and make it a single. And of course just because I love all of you so much, I'm delivering it here to you for all of you're comedic enjoyment... enjoy! (And yes, this song is meant to be serious!)

11-05-10



"Aaaaaaaahhhhhmmmmmmmm baaaaaaaccckkkkkkk!" (This meaning "I'm back," for those of you who don't read text-message-ineese) This was the message heard 'round the world this week. (Or at least the Twitter world that is.) Rap sensation, Lil Wayne, was released from prison this week while being put on probation. It looks like all of the Free Lil Wayne picket signs worked after all! However, this also comes with what I imagine may be worse news for the rapper than even the prison sentence... part of his probation states that he is not allowed to have one drop of alcohol during his probation- a total of thirty-six months (or three years for those of you who aren't quite math geniuses.) And do I believe that he will stick to this stipulation??? NO WAY JOSE!!! This might particularly be due to the fact that Lil Wayne is planning to take over a huge club in Miami in celebration of his release this weekend where it has been reported that the singer (as well as many other celebrities allegedley to be in attendence such as Nicki Minaj) has already purchased forty-eight bottles of $700 champaigne. Therefore, I think we have our next Lindsay Lohan on our case. However, it is reported that Lil Wayne has been enjoying his freedom cleanly doing things such as taking in basketball games... but whether this will last is definatley yet to be seen.
In hot mess news, Miley Cyrus is taking heat from the International Institute for Alcohol Awareness, after drinking in Spain this week. After all she is only seventeen, obviously younger than the twenty-one year old age limit of drinking alchohlic beverages in her native country. However, in Spain the legal drinking age is eighteen and according to Spanish police authorities, this is not even taken that seriously and typically teenagers as young as sixteen frequently go to clubs and drink alcohol with no legal consequences whatsoever. However, the International Institute for Alchol Awareness says in their defense that they believe Miley's drinking will cause her younger fans to want to drink underage as well. However, it is this writer's opinion that this could easily be solved by telling the underage drinking-haters that Miley's young fanbase is now nonexistent. (Really, am I the only one who paid attention to her latest albumn?) However, this is an issue that I would love to hear feedback on so please leave comments with your opinions on the topic below this post!
Finally, this week comes complete with a three-part Why The World Is Coming To An End segment. (Therefore also meaning I'll be as brief as possible in talking about all of these.) Firstly, Disney star Demi Levato checked into rehab this week after she punched a backup dancer of the Jonas Brothers' tour (whom she had been opening for) after she got angry with her. (Which has left me wondering if this has anything to do with a political debate about the elections... at least I secretely hope it does!) Secondly, it has been reported that a man has died just feet away from the Playboy Mansion. The LA cororner has already collected the body and it is widely believed that the man who died was trying to sneak into a party hosted at the mansion earlier this week. This leaves many wondering if you're not safe at the Playboy Mansion... where are you safe? And lastly, Sony Records is all set to release a new cd of Michael Jackson with all new previously unreleased songs... the only problem is that many close to Jackson including members of the Jackson family have said that some of the songs on the albumn do not contain Michael's real voice and are fake. However, Sony has responded saying that voice recognition tests prove that it is indeed the voice is that of Michael Jackson. Therefore, the world is going to end with the anticipation of us all being able to decide for ourselves.

10-29-10

I'm writing this post after driving eight hours from my hometown in Illinois to the middle of eastern Tennessee where I've come to see my sister who has been recently diagnosed with mono. Therefore, as it is approximately 2:30 in the morning here, let me preface the following posting is not quite as "witty" or "clever" as most of my other postings are, there is a reason for this and it is that I'm pretty sure at least half of my brain cells are not operational at this point in the night. Therefore, please don't judge. But now without any further adue...
Although last week the news was released that Beyonce Knowles and her husband, rapper, Jay-Z aren't expected to bring an adorable future pop sensation into the world, we do have something to make up for the tremendous loss (or at least that is the loss that was never there to begin with.) Mariah Carey is pregnant! Mimi and her husband, Nick Cannon, released to the press this week that the soaring soprano riff singer are expecting a child sometime coming this spring and that they are being very cautious with it as they lost a child due to miscarriage previously about two years ago all while showing ample emotion throughout the interviews. The father- to-be, Cannon, said when interviewed that, "the greatest gift on Earth is a child."
In other celebrity relationship news, it appears that Billy Ray Cyrus and wife Tisch are ending their marriage of seventeen years as the two filed for divorce in Tennessee this week citing the cause to be irreconcilable differences. Furthermore, it was discovered that it was indeed Billy Ray who filed for the divorce papers while he is also asking for shared custody of the couple's three children, including pop star Miley Cyrus. Now, maybe it's just me, but did anyone else see this coming? I think after so long of whoring out your own daughter it has to be bound to put some strain on the relationship... or at least I really hope it would.
In today's reason that the world is coming to an end, we can see the notorious Antoine Dodson. The viral video sensation (Am I the only one here who can quote the famous interview word-for-word?) now is using his newfound fifteen minutes of fame to become a lucrative career. BeenVerified.com has released a "sex offender-tracker," which Dodson has been hired to become the new spokesperson of. In the new commercial for the device Dodson is shown in his signature black wife beater and red bandana while holding a baby (Is anyone else wondering if the tracker's catchphrase will be "You don't have to come and confess, we're lookin' for you, we're gonna find you. So you can run and tell that... homeboy!"???) all the while making at least one blog reader admittedly more likely to buy the tracker (you know, to make my Halloween costume more authentic of course!) Anyway, I decided for those of you have literally have been living under a rock the last few weeks to throw you a bone and post the video that made the man famous... enjoy!

10-22-10

The past week (or I should say past few weeks to be more correct) has been the week of the dirty picture. Starting off the week, controversy abounded as it was reported that football on-again-off-again retiree, Brett Farve, sent photos of his genitalia to a former New York Jets stadium reporter, Jenn Sterger. This has caused the NFL to open up an investigation regarding the incident that could end with the accusation of Farve participating in workplace harrassment. In the end however, I'm seeing this ending with the selling of these photos (which have allegedly already leaked onto the internet) and the next "One Night In Paris," being born.
The second incident of the dirty picture week goes to no other than Miley Cyrus. After mixed emoions were stirred up about the teen sensation earlier this summer when her video for "Can't Be Tamed," was released, which was hailed by many as a triumph on her path to maturing with her audience and caused disgust amongst others, the ex-Hannah Montana is back again and causing pretty much the same controversy... except even more bluntly. In a new video recentley released by Cyrus, "Who Owns My Heart," Cyrus is seen writhing around on beds, in limousines, in clubs, and on tables many times wearing only her underclothing... while she is still only seventeen. This has once again has drawn the same argument of should we let Miley grow up just quite yet or should we try to hold her back to Disney for this last month of her being a legal minor. My opinion you may ask on this topic? Look to other popstars in their transition years from adolescene into adulthood such as Britney Spears and take note; while the following road may be a hard one to travel, in my opinion it will also be one for Cyrus that is rewarding. (Not to mention uber-lucrative!)
This brings me to the final instance of dirty pictures of the week. Members of the cast of the hit television series Glee did an interview with men's fashion and lifestyle magazine, GQ, while the female stars posed in many revealing and sexual photos to go along with the story. The problem? At least in the eyes of the Parental Television Council Advisory Board, the photos were far too sexy and send the wrong message to many of the show's younger fans. (Which if we're going to be honest here is a large portion of the show's audience.) However, no need to fear. Whenever those mean PTCAB people show up to try to ruin all the fun there will always for sure be someone to count on to save the day... Billy Ray Cyrus. After the controversy began about the photos the "Achey-Breaky Heart," crooner (who happens to be a member of the board) said that he thought the photos were fine and that he thought the board was overreacting and that he was quite frankly getting tired of the board... all the while also defending his own daughter's (Miley's that is) newfound sluttiness from also being criticized by those mean Parental Television Council Advisory Board people as well. Aww, Billy, you're so nice... and by nice I mean creepy.

10-15-10

If you have been alive in the last few days, you have undoubtedly seen the following clip that shows outraged hosts of The View, Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar, got so upset with guest, conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly, after he said that Muslims killed Americans on 9/11. Many have been outraged by this and say that the co-hosts actions were uncalled for. However, I have personal experience on trying to get through to "the crazies," as I call them (I do live in Illinois south of I-80 after all) and therefore can completely understand the situation that Joy and Whoopi were put in. Bill O'Reilly refused to acknowledge that yes, while the terrorists who happened to kill Americans on September 11, 2001 did happen to be Islamic, they also happened to be extremist. Now, while that may seem like a petty argument to some on the right who would back up O'Reilly no matter what, let me put it into this perspective for you: this is exactly like saying that John Brown killing the men at Pottawatomie Creek and Harpers Ferry, Virginia was an act that was done by Christians. Both are nothing but offensive and ultimatley untrue. Therefore, despite Bill's lack of manners by way of his starting a yelling match, Joy and Whoopi should be nothing but proud of their positions to simply not let the man that so often uses his media platform to put his spin on his shows so-called, "No Spin Zone," get away with doing it once again. Now, I would also love to hear all of your opinions on this topic so please give me your ideas and comments in the comment section below this posting.



In other celebrity news, (or in this case a sorta kina celebrity) on the count of three let's all say "aww." Ready? One, two, three, "AWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!" Poor Snooki! (which yes, even I am somewhat appalled for having written that) Everyone's favorite Oompa -Loompa is being teased and made fun of... for being fat. While this of course is horrible, (you guys at South Park are jerk-doody-head-meanie-butt-faces!) it does however even get worse. After the episode making fun of the Jersey Shore star was shown on South Park, Snooki was given an offer to become the new spokesperson for an acai berry diet to try to make her become the next Kirstie Ally or Valerie Bertinelli. Now, while to many Snooki appears to be overweight, it is my opinion that this is simply because of her short height and that she doesn't have a need to lose any weight. Furthermore, this issue is not helped by the fact that it has been reported that Snooki struggled with anorexia during her high school years. Therefore, who are the bigger bullies: South Park for making fun of her, or the diet company for trying to make a buck off of it?
This brings me to today's reason that the world is coming to an end. This week the news came out that after violating the terms of his probation by being found carrying a controlled substance, rapper, T.I., was sentenced to eleven months in prison. "Now, why would that be a reason for the world to end J.C.?" you might ask. This is because this news came in the same week that T.I. was heralded as a hero for stopping a man from committing suicide by jumping off of a ledge. Therefore, it would almost appear as though in our modern-day world it means nothing to be a good Samaritan and that nice guys truly do always finish last.

10-08-10

I'm not going to lie. So far as the world of celebrity gossip goes, this week was kind of a bust. After all, no one was arrested for cocaine use. (At least to my knowledge that is) This makes me wonder what our country is coming to when we don't have good drug addiction stories to share about our beloved celebrities. Oh well, while I may not be able to give you any good cocaine abuse stories for the week I can still give you the happenings that did actually occur in the very slow news week that has just passed.
While on October 6th I celebrated my sixteenth birthday, sixteen-year-old, Angus T. Jones was ranked as the highest earning child star in the world. If that name sounds unfamiliar to you, you may know him better as "that kid from Two-and-a-Half Men." This week it was revealed that Jones signed a contract with CBS for two more seasons that guarantees he will earn $300,000 per episode. Furthermore, the contract says that the next two seasons will have at least twenty-six shows giving him 7.8 million dollars, going up to possibly forty-eight shows which would earn him 14.4 million dollars. Jealous much? I know one thing for sure is that I am!
While "that kid from Two-and-a-Half Men," has been raking in the dough, it appears as though German royal family (yea apparently Germany has one of those too) is doing just the opposite. This week, Prince Frederic von Anhalt put up a relic of the family for auction on the internet: a uniform of the Duke of Anhalt. The problem? While the uniform is said to be valued at $250,000 it is being sold for a mere (well that is in the whole scheme of this issue that is) $160,000. While this at first may make some wonder if the royal family are idiots for the crappy deal, it appears there is a good reason for the sell. The proceeds from the item are to be put towards Prince Frederic von Anhalt's wife, actress Zsa Zsa Gaborr's medical bills after she had surgery on her hip back in July. (Everybody say "aww!") Nothing says romance like pawning off some family heirlooms!
In this week's installment of celebrities gone wild (although still not having to do with cocaine) there are actually two count's of stars acting crazed. The first case of this was viewed this week in Los Angeles, where British comedian extrordinare and fiance of Katy Perry, Russel Brand was arrested for assault during an "altercation," with paparazzi. It has been reported that this case should be settled Los Angeles City Attorney's Office as Brand as said that he was justified in his actions since the paparazzo was attempting to take photos up his fiancee's skirt. (Which by the way Katy, I think it would be smart to learn from the mistakes of Britney and Paris and just start wearing pants.)
The other case of celebrities gone wild was found when Shakira released the music video to her new song, "Loca." (Which I happen to love and have already bought off of iTunes just so you know) While singing in the video the Columbian latin-pop crossover sensation is seen dancing in a fountain in Barcelona, Spain. The problem with this? Apparently no one got a permit to do this in the fountain. Futthermore, in the video Shakira is shown sitting on the back of a motorcycle without wearing a helmet, another offense of the city's ordinances. Therefore, the city of Barcelona is threatening to fine Shakira for taking the liberty of dancing in the fountain and going sans helmet. However, I always like to see what the readers think so please tell me: should the city of Barcelona get a better sense of humor and lighten up or is Shakira truly "loca." Watch the video and please discuss in the comment section below!

10-01-10

NOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! Reports confirm that Heidi has finally really called off her divorce from Spencer! What kind of world are we coming to? One that possibly can't survive for that much longer I guess, since this divorce was crucial to the survival of it. Why- oh- why can't these two just break up! Heidi Montag (I still refuse to refer to her as a Pratt) was seen with her husband, Spencer this week burning their divorce papers in a fire while roasting marshmallows over it and making smores. (Which, yes the idea of this is making me rather hungry right now.) All I can say, is that I still have a nasty taste in my mouth from this!
In other news, it looks like Gisele Bundchen is a cheater! She was seen getting rather close and personal with a man at a masquerade in Paris who was not her husband, Tom Brady. (And yes, I am having flashbacks to watching the Baz Lurman version of Romeo and Juliet right now too) Now, what is her excuse for this? I suppose the fact that she's Gisele Bundchen, and she'll do whatever she wants!
In Dancing With The Stars news, (I know it's hard to call anything from that show newsworthy) Michael Bolton is a cry baby. (Or well, a bigger one than what we already knew!) After being given a bad review by one of his judgest this week and eventually being voted off the show, he went to multiple media outlets saying tthat the judge's comments were demeaning and mean-spirited. The problem with this? HE'S A JUDGE; HIS JOB IS TO JUDGE YOU!!! In my opinion, this does nothing for Bolton but makes him seem more annoying than his songs ever could to me (although it's still close) and makes me want to tell him to just shut up. (PLEASE!)
This week in American Idol news, it has been reported that newly announced judge, Jennifer Lopez, (who since has had an absolutley unsuccessful music career, I think is a horrible choice for the position by the way) has been having some major cat fights with fellow diva, Ryan Seacreast. Do I believe this is true however? No! FOX always tries to make it seem like there is some controversy on the show that there really isn't so that people will (hopefully) tune in to the show come January. I think that this is just another one of these ploys on the part of FOX to do this... so don't fall for it!
One of the stars of "The Real Housewives of D.C.," says she will not stop calling fellow castmates Tareq and Michaele Salahi the "White House Party Crashers." Of course, these two are the couple that were the center of much media attention earlier this year when they were able to sneak into a ball at the White House and get past the secret service. However, according to the couple's lawyer they did not crash the party and therefore the couple has threatned to sue anyone on the cast who calls them the defamatory remark. And is this "Real Houswives..." drama a surprise to anyone? No.
Finally, in cocaine abuse news, (which yes, I now feel is often used enough to be officially made a category) earlier this week, pop sensation Bruno Mars was charged with a felony for possession of a controlled substance. He was actually arrested on September 19th in the bathroom of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. (what is it about celebrities getting arrested for cocaine abuse and Vegas bathrooms???) If he is convicted of the crime he may face penalties up to a five thousand dollar fine and up to four years in prison (however the latter is unlikely.) I can already picture the crazed fans lining up at the court house with picket signs reading: "Free Bruno!"

9-24-10

KATY!!!!!! This week in pop culture news the most important story wasn't the failed attempt to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," (which by the way, John McCain, you're a homophobic idiot!) but was instead the news that Katy Perry has been banned from Sesame Street. Reports claim the show that was taped that had been set to air on New Year's Eve has been decided upon to not air. The cause of this? Producers of the show were getting complaints from parents saying that Perry is dressed far to scantily and despite having a shirt that covered up to her neckline (well, kinda that is... from her chest upwards it was nude-colored mesh) the piece was far too "sexy," for a children's program. My only problem with this analysis: Elmo goes on the show naked every episode and nobody complains about him! Seriously though, I highly doubt that three year olds are paying that much attention to Katy Perry's clothing (or lack there of) choices. Therefore, the decision is a little bit much for the situation. Anyway, I'll let you good people decide for yourself and will put the video of the controversial Sesame Street scenes here:



In other news Lindsay Lohan is back in jail... again! She was taken into custody earlier this morning, Friday the 24th, due to the fact that she violated her probation by failing two drug tests. One of the failures was for cocaine and the other for Adderall. Now here is the kicker; the judge refused to except bail and has forced Lohan to go into the Lynwood Jail. The only problem with this? It may be illegal for the judge to do this given the fact that she has no legal basis to keep her from posting the bail. Therefore, Lindsay's possible stay at the jailhouse will most likely not be to the duration of the possible sentence going until October 22nd. (In fact, for all I know she's leaving the building now!)

Now how could I possibly talk about this week without bringing up the most important political act so far this year... Lady Gaga protesting against Don't Ask Don't Tell. While many people think that her getting involved in politics is ridiculous, my opinion is: she's an American citizen, she obviously has a large platform, she has a cause to believe in, she has logical and convincing information to say; (she did after all have discharged gay soldiers share their stories) why shouldn't she speak? It is my opinion that the only reason that people have chosen to go the route of saying that Lady Gaga should not be listened to because she's a pop star, is only because of the fact that they're scared. They realize that their argument is not based on facts but rather opinions and that they are on the wrong side of the last civil rights issue facing our nation. They realize this, and they realize that the young voters, those who will make a difference in the future politics in that nation and who happen to be Lady Gaga's fanbase, also understand and realize this as well. It is the politics of deceit and fear the Republican Party (or rather I should say Social Conservatives in general) have used for years and years. Therefore, I think we should all rather champion Gaga for TRULY supporting our troops and instead act slanderously against those who oppose these movement.
Now while I'm on the subject of Lady Gaga fighting for the repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell, I should also mention that I had decided to list Arizona Senator, John McCain as the #1 worst human being in the world this week... that was until I saw this picture of Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton. I think that this hairclip she wore to the United Nation is far more offensive to the LGBT community than anything the Republicans can throw at 'em. (That's right all you Crazy Tea-Party people; bring it on!)

9-17-10

The VMA's, VMA's VMA's! In case you lived under a rock this week and were one of only two people in the world not to watch the MTV awards show on Sunday night, let me first tell you that if you look at my last blog post and compare it to the actual results of the show, you'll see that overall I was overwhelmingly correct. (Proving yet again, that J.C. White is the pop culture guru and truly the new black.) Some of the other highlights of the evening was Chelsea Handler's trashy comedy, (which I happen to adore) Justin Bieber taking five years to be able to find the stage to accept his awards for best new artist, Florence and the Machine having the best performance of the evening despite being an alternative band, Taylor Swift singing a song of forgiveness to Kanye West for his acts from last year's awards ceremonies, (which was totally bogus in my opinion if you ask me) Lady Gaga sweeping all the awards for which she was nominated and then announcing her new album title, (Which when I heard, I'll admit I peed myself from excitement a little bit) and Kanye West singing a song of dissing... himself?! Now, that I will admit was a shock and a half and something I could not believe to hear. I suppose at this point it was a matter of salvaging what was left of his career, however it's hard for me to believe that with his ego that he could even muster up the energy to throw that one out there. However, what you may have noticed (as I certainly did) is the VMA's this year seemed very well... unlike VMA like. There wasn't really any moment of controversy from the evening and that my friends at least in my book left me a little disappointed.
In other celebrity news let me just say: Lindsay, Lindsay, Lindsay. Girl, when are you ever going to learn?! This week in a mandated drug report as part of her probation, Lindsay once again failed the test. According to the terms of her probation this could mean another thirty days in prison. Now Lindsay, while I realize that this is a difficult period for you to get off these drugs, at least do something to try to cover up! Please, I beg of you, stop this! I'm tired of seeing you in and out of prison; I have Mel Gibson to look forward to that happening to so I don't need anyone else to fill that void. Therefore, just stop; I don't need this celebrity-prison-going overload!
This brings me to the most important news of the week. (yes, of course other than VMA news) Earlier this week, Adam Lambert had a police report filed against him in Miami for assault and battery. The only problem? In the police report the 'victim,' said that Adam had pulled on his backpack that was holding his camera. However, in every picture taken from many of the bystanders of the incident it is easily seen that the man is holding the camera in his hand. Therefore Adam Lambert's rebuttal of saying he was simply trying to take a camera away from a paparazzo who was invading his privacy too much makes a lot more since and makes me want to say that in this case in the end: Lambert wins!

9/10/10

The single most important annual even in American culture is just upon us... the VMA's! (Thank God by the way, because tv has been getting boring since Nick @ Nite has stopped showing re-runs of The Nanny at all hours of the night!) Yes, it is that time of the year again where we Americans must look back and reflect deeply upon our culture, and who to vote for to win the awards. On Sunday night, many-a-celebrities (and wannabe celebrities for that matter... can we say Jersey Shore!) will take the stage at what is in my opinion, the best awards show of the year; that's right, then one evening that's even better than the Oscars! ("How can you such a thing like that J.C.?" you may ask. Well, because I have style, sophistication, and class like that... you know, like Ke$ha.) The one thing that is for sure, (or pretty much 99.9999999999% for sure) the VMA's will once again be a source for controversy. With that being said, I would like to bring to you fine people what I like to call the "Holy List," which covers the nominees and who I think will win the awards come Sunday:

BEST NEW ARTIST

Broken Bells
"The Ghost Inside"
Directed by Jacob Gentry

Jason Derulo
"In My Head"
Directed by Kai Crawford

Justin Bieber f/ Ludacris
"Baby"
Directed by Ray Kay

Ke$ha
"Tik Tok"
Directed by Syndrome

Nicki Minaj f/ Sean Garrett
"Massive Attack"
Directed by Hype Williams

WINNER: Ke$ha for Tik Tok (However, Justin Bieber could very easily win this too... sadly)

BEST COLLABORATION

3OH!3 f/ Ke$ha
"My First Kiss"
Directed by Isaac Ravishankara

B.o.B f/ Hayley Williams
"Airplanes"
Directed by Hiro Murai

Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga
"Video Phone (Extended Remix)"
Directed by Hype Williams

Jay-Z & Alicia Keys
"Empire State of Mind"
Directed by Hype Williams

Lady Gaga f/ Beyoncé
"Telephone"
Directed by Jonas Åkerlund

WINNER: Lady Gaga and Beyoncé for Telephone

BEST DANCE MUSIC VIDEO

Cascada
"Evacuate The Dancefloor"
Directed by Max Nichols

David Guetta f/ Akon
"Sexy Chick"
Directed by Stephen Schuster

Enrique Iglesias f/ Pitbull
"I Like It"
Directed by David Rousseau

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Directed by Francis Lawrence

Usher f/ will.i.am
"OMG"
Directed by Anthony Mandler

 WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance 

BEST FEMALE VIDEO

Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga
"Video Phone (Extended Remix)"
Directed by Hype Williams

Katy Perry f/ Snoop Dogg
"California Gurls"
Directed by Mathew Cullen

Ke$ha
"Tik Tok"
Directed by Syndrome

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Directed by Francis Lawrence

Taylor Swift
"Fifteen"
Directed by Roman White

WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance (Although Tik Tok could take it as well; or who knows maybe even California Gurls... sorry Taylor Swift, guess this time there won't even be a chance for Kanye to let you start)

BEST HIP-HOP VIDEO

B.o.B f/ Hayley Williams
"Airplanes"
Directed by Hiro Murai

Drake, Kanye West,
Lil Wayne & Eminem
"Forever"
Directed by Hype Williams

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Directed by Rich Lee

Jay-Z & Swizz Beatz
"On To The Next One"
Directed by Sam Brown

Kid Cudi f/ MGMT & Ratatat
"Pursuit Of Happiness"
Directed by Brody Baker

WINNER: B.O.B. and Haley Williams for Airplanes 

BEST MALE VIDEO

B.o.B f/ Hayley Williams
"Airplanes"
Directed by Hiro Murai

Drake
"Find Your Love"
Directed by Anthony Mandler

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Directed by Rich Lee

Jason Derulo
"In My Head"
Directed by Kai Crawford

OMG
"Usher f/ will.i.am"
Directed by Anthony Mandler

WINNER: Usher and will.i.am for OMG

BEST POP VIDEO

B.o.B f/ Bruno Mars
"Nothing On You"
Directed by Ethan Lader

Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga
"Video Phone (Extended Remix)"
Directed by Hype Williams

Katy Perry f/ Snoop Dogg
"California Gurls"
Directed by Mathew Cullen

Ke$ha
"Tik Tok"
Directed by Syndrome

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Directed by Francis Lawrence

WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance 

BEST ROCK VIDEO

30 Seconds To Mars
"Kings and Queens"
Directed by Bartholomew Cubbins

Florence + the Machine
"Dog Days Are Over"
Directed by LEGS

MGMT
"Flash Delirium"
Directed by Andreas Nilsson

Muse
"Uprising"
Directed by Hydra

Paramore
"Ignorance"
Directed by Honey

WINNER: Paramore for Ignorance 

VIDEO OF THE YEAR

30 Seconds To Mars
"Kings and Queens"
Directed by Bartholomew Cubbins

B.o.B f/ Hayley Williams
"Airplanes"
Directed by Hiro Murai

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Directed by Rich Lee

Florence + the Machine
"Dog Days Are Over"
Directed by LEGS

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Directed by Francis Lawrence

Lady Gaga f/ Beyoncé
"Telephone"
Directed by Jonas Åkerlund

WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance 

The following are all nonvoting categories, but still I thought I'd take a shot at it!

BEST ART DIRECTION

30 Seconds To Mars
"Kings and Queens"
Art Direction by Benji Bamps

Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga
"Video Phone (Extended Remix)"
Art Direction by Lenny Tso

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Art Direction by Ethan Tobman

Florence + the Machine
"Dog Days Are Over"
Art Direction by Louise Corcoran and Aldene Johnson

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Art Direction by Charles Infante

WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance

BEST CHOREOGRAPHY

Beyoncé f/ Lady Gaga
"Video Phone (Extended Remix)"
Choreography by Frank Gatson Jr., Phlex and Bryan Tanaka

Janelle Monáe f/ Big Boi
"Tightrope"
Choreography by Janelle Monáe & The Memphis Jookin Community

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Choreography by Laurieann Gibson

Lady Gaga f/ Beyoncé
"Telephone"
Choreography by Laurieann Gibson

OMG
"Usher f/ will.i.am"
Choreography by Aakomon "AJ" Jones

 WINNER: Lady Gaga and Beyoncé for Telephone

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Cinematography by Chris Probst

Florence + the Machine
"Dog Days Are Over"
Cinematography by Adam Frisch

Jay-Z & Alicia Keys
"Empire State of Mind"
Cinematography by John Perez

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Cinematography by Thomas Kloss

Mumford And Sons
"Little Lion Man"
Cinematography by Ben Magahy

 WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance

BEST DIRECTION

30 Seconds To Mars
"Kings and Queens"
Directed by Bartholomew Cubbins

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Directed by Rich Lee

Jay-Z & Alicia Keys
"Empire State of Mind"
Directed by Hype Williams

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Directed by Francis Lawrence

P!nk
"Funhouse"
Directed by Dave Meyers

 WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance

BEST EDITING

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Editing by Ken Mowe

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Editing by Jarrett Fijal

Miike Snow
"Animal"
Editing by Frank Macias

P!nk
"Funhouse"
Editing by Chris Davis

Rihanna
"Rude Boy"
Editing by Clark Eddy

 WINNER: RIhanna for Rude Boy

BEST SPECIAL EFFECTS

Dan Black
"Symphonies"
Special Effects by Corinne Bance & Axel D'Harcourt

Eminem
"Not Afraid"
Special Effects by Animaholics-VFX

Green Day
"21st Century Breakdown"
Special Effects by Laundry

Lady Gaga
"Bad Romance"
Special Effects by Skulley Effects VFX

Muse
"Uprising"
Special Effects by Humble

 WINNER: Lady Gaga for Bad Romance

BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO

The Black Keys
"Tighten Up"
Directed by Chris Marrs Piliero

Coldplay
"Strawberry Swing"
Directed by Shynola

Dan Black
"Symphonies"
Directed by Chic & Artistic

Gorillaz f/ Bobby Womack & Mos Def
"Stylo"
Directed by Jamie Hewlett

WINNER: Gorillaz, Bobby Womack, and Mos Def for Stylo (Although really, who really cares about any of these crappy bands anyway!)

Now, I realize that this has already been a very long post, however I hate to leave you without giving some hot celebrity scoops so I'll make it quick: Lou Reed is a jerk for telling Susan Boyle he doesn't like her and won't let her sing his song (which made her cry- aww poor Susie!) and Britney Spears is getting sued by an ex-bodyguard for sexual harassment, the end.