TRL Is Coming Back To MTV On October 2

You said it folks, TRL is coming back to MTV next Monday, October 2. This isn’t the original 1998 TRL which ended in 2008. I’m talking about the new TRL reboot which will be a 2017 TRL. Anyway, following on the 90s House music videos aired on MTV Classic 2 days ago, MTV will be planning to bring back TRL starting next Monday at 9pm. Awesome. Which means, MTV can finally do variety that isn’t movies and reality shows like music videos in the morning. That’s where is that. But wait, that’s not all.

MTV announced today that Ed Sheeran will be a special guest, he is on Good Morning America this morning and now, he will be coming back to MTV starting next Monday night. Hooray! In addition, in late July, MTV is reviving Total Request Live with the changes from Moonman statue to Moon Person. Now that’s amazing. Here’s what Variety has to say about Ed Sheeran on TRL reboot. Take it, Variety.

“MTV announced today that the first guests on its “TRL” reboot will be British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran and Atlanta hip-hop trio Migos. The first installment of the revived show will air on Oct. 2.

“TRL” will air live weekdays at 3:30 p.m. ET from MTV’s newly expanded Times Square studio. “TRL” is hosted by D.C. Young Fly along with the show’s “squad,” which includes Tamara Dhia, Amy Pham, Erik Zachary, Lawrence Jackson and content creators such as Liza Koshy and The Dolan Twins.

In rebooting the series, which was enormously popular in its initial 1998-2008 run, the network is making significant efforts to snare its young target audience. According to a press release, the show “will integrate linear, social and digital elements and bring teen passion points to life, while continuing to incorporate audience requests.” Clips from the main show will be immediately distributed to social media, supplemented by original digital segments, short-form social videos and blog posts. Also, there will be an official “TRL” show on Musical.ly, airing on Mondays and Thursdays.

In announcing the revival of the franchise in July, new network president Chris McCarthy said, “Who’s not going to support a platform that’s covering all of the buckets of social media and cable to allow your artist to go on, play a video, perform a song and to talk about their new music that just got released?” he asked. “How do you say no to that? We’re going to give it a shot, a big shot.””

Thanks, MTV. It’s great to see TRL coming back. I though TRL ended almost 9 years ago. But now, it looks like a whole new generation will love TRL. Oh, nostalgia. I know, nostalgia stinks. Anyway, the post TRL era from 2009-2016 is no fun. Songs from 2009-2016 like Come & Get It and Dangerous Woman came out after TRL ended in late 2008. Poor 2009-2016 singles. I’m sure TRL will be making a special edition of post 2008 music from 2009-2016 so that way, we'll be able to see 2009-2016 music shine in the new TRL reboot. Anyway, let’s talk about the article from July 30 and Variety will give about the information about this.

“MTV has decided to change the name of its Video Music Award trophy — the Moonman statue — to Moon Person. Network president Chris McCarthy shared the news during an interview with The New York Times published on Sunday.

“Why should it be a man?” McCarthy proposed. “It could be a man, it could be a woman, it could be transgender, it could be nonconformist.”

The announcement comes as part of a push by MTV for more inclusive awards, including the decision to get rid of gendered acting categories at its Movie & TV Awards. Emma Watson beat out Taraji P. Henson, Daniel Kaluuya, Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, and Hailee Steinfeld to become the award’s first winner.

McCarthy also announced a new series called “We Are They.” The docuseries will recount gender nonconforming youths’ coming-of-age stories. He also revealed plans to bring back “Total Request Live” or “TRL.”

“Who’s not going to support a platform that’s covering all of the buckets of social media and cable to allow your artist to go on, play a video, perform a song and to talk about their new music that just got released?” he asked. “How do you say no to that? We’re going to give it a shot, a big shot.”

Carson Daly originally hosted the series from 1998-2005, and was replaced by a rotating lineup of hosts until the show’s cancellation in 2008. The new iteration will also have a revolving series of up-and-coming hosts, including rapper-comedian DC Young Fly and radio host Erik Zachary.

Katy Perry will host the 2017 VMAs on Aug. 27.”

Thank you so much, Variety. Now then, let the new era begin.

Vevo Got Hacked

Now then, let’s be clear. Vevo just got hacked. Yes, Vevo did get hacked on September 15. Ouch. Poor Vevo. This is why people listening to music don’t like music video streams like Vevo and stick with people listen to audio music and radio. That’s all people listen to music does these days. Why people listen to audio music and radio dominate people listen to music in the west and the only people watch music videos online these days is music videos going by sex and product branding and international. Blame capitalism and social media for screwing up people going online these days. Why people go on the internet only appeal capitalism and social media and avoid variety like music videos? Let me guess, kids and money. Yeah, that’s all the US does these days. No matter the US is already in a downward spiral for the last 11 years and never stops. I want my America is great back. Stupid today’s kids and social media.

Now then, as you may know that Vevo was hacked last week and Variety will tell you why Vevo just got hacked. Take it away, Variety.

“A notorious hacker group broke into the servers of music-streaming service Vevo, releasing more than 3 terabytes of internal documents and video content online — before removing them later Friday morning at Vevo’s request.

The purloined cache, posted by hacking and security collective OurMine, included videos, a batch of documents labeled “premieres,” as well as marketing info, international social-media documents, and other internal files, as first reported by tech site Gizmodo.

Vevo confirmed the hack, which it said was the result of a phishing scam via LinkedIn. “We have addressed the issue and are investigating the extent of exposure,” a Vevo rep said in an emailed statement.

The 3.12-terabyte trove of stolen documents included Vevo’s internal dossiers on about 9o artists, including Ariana Grande, Britney Spears, Calvin Harris, Florida Georgia Line, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Madonna, One Direction, Sia, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, and U2.

OurMine, in a post on its site, claimed it leaked the Vevo files late Thursday after an exchange with a Vevo employee who — upon being informed of the hack — allegedly told the hackers, “F— off, you don’t have anything.

In an update Friday morning, OurMine said that “We deleted the files because of a request from VEVO.”

OurMine over the past few years has targeted numerous companies and high-profile individuals, ostensibly as a guerrilla-style marketing effort for its security services.

Last month, OurMine hijacked the social-media accounts of HBO, which separately this summer was threatened with extortion demands from a hacker that stole 1.5 TB of the programmer’s files. Other victims have included Netflix, Marvel, Google, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Twitter chief Jack Dorsey.

New York-based Vevo is jointly owned by Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, Abu Dhabi Media, and Alphabet (Google’s parent).”

Thanks, Variety. See this? This is why western people like western kids have moved on from Vevo because music videos gained a lot of views on the internet only appeal sex and product branding sells most and product branding. That’s it. They don’t respect variety like country music and Avril Lavigne. Why, western music business, why? This is why I don’t trust hacking and capitalism. I want my variety back.

Stupid hackers.

VH1 Hip Hop Honors: The 90s Game Changers Premieres Tonight At 9

Tonight, in honor of music videos playing on MTV Classic, VH1 will be airing Hip Hop Honors: The 90s Game Changers tonight at 9pm. So it wouldn’t be a block party without a few special guests!

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Ain’t no party like a VH1 party! The return of Hip Hop Honors is coming September 18 at 9 on VH1. That’s tonight. Now then, here’s what VH1 has to say about this. Hit it, VH1.

“Hip Hop Honors: The 90’s Game Changers premieres Monday September 18th at 9/8c, and I hope that y’all are ready to bring the ’90s back with a block party like you’ve never seen before. It’s all in the name of honoring the ’90s hip hop icons who changed the game. With honorees like Mariah Carey, Jermaine Dupri, Martin Lawrence, Master P, and Hype Williams, this show is about to blow your mind.

Do you think they’ll sing “Sweetheart” and Mariah will bring that fluffy white cat from the video with her? Can we make that happen?

And that’s not all. I hate to name drop, but…Oh, who am I kidding? I love to name drop. You already know that Missy Elliott is going to start off the show with an epic tribute to the ’90s, but the fun doesn’t stop after that. This year’s Hip Hop Honors will feature performances by Da Brat, Fabolous, Fat Joe, Havoc, Lil Kim, The LOX, Remy Ma, Ty Dolla $ign, and XSCAPE. DJ Khaled, Tichina Arnold, and Faith Evans have also been announced as presenters. Y’all ready to party yet?

We better see you there! Make sure you tweet along with us using #HipHopHonors.”

Thanks, VH1. Lety’s hop this will be another hit for VH1. Screw reality shows and movies.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming Hip Hop Honors: The 90’s Game Changers on VH1 tonight? Sound off!

Selena Gomez Reveals Kidney Transplant

Fans are showering Selena Gomez with love today. Yesterday morning, Selena Gomez posted three photos in a gallery on Instagram and dropped a major health bomb. Over the summer she had to undergo surgery as part of her ongoing Lupus treatment.

The pop singer posted a photo in a hospital bed holding hands with her best friend Francia Raisa in an identical hospital bed next to her. Selena Gomez’s caption reveals what exactly is going on in the photo writing, “I'm very aware some of my fans had noticed I was laying low for part of the summer and questioning why I wasn’t promoting my new music, which I was extremely proud of. So I found out I needed to get a kidney transplant due to my Lupus and was recovering. It was what I needed to do for my overall health.”

She also went on to say that she looks forward to sharing her journey over the past few months with fans. SelGo also thanked her doctors, family, and team for helping her through her recovery. And the Slow Down singer ended with one major thank you writing, “And finally, there aren’t words to describe how I can possibly thank my beautiful friend Francia Raisa. She gave me the ultimate gift and sacrifice by donating her kidney to me. I am incredibly blessed. I love you so much sis.”

In addition to the adorable hand-in-hand photo, She bravely shared a photo of her surgery scar and one of her examining her scar in the bathroom. It’s no surprise fans have been rallying around Selena Gomez and Francia in support. Fans took over the comments on the Instagram post and are sharing messages of love and tons of heart emojis. Over on Twitter the hashtag #WeAreProudOfYouSelena trended with messages like this one, “Definition of strength. This inspires me so much. You're amazing, you warrior.” Another user wrote, “These photos hurt, but they are also the most beautiful, showing true friendship and a real, strong woman.”

What do you think of Selena Gomez’s best friend giving her the gift of life? Leave your thoughts and get well message here in the comments section.

Kelly Clarkson’s New Album, Meaning Of Life, To Be Out October 27

Happy September, everyone.

I’m so sorry for the lack of any new articles. I was to busy using my playing it safe. I hate play it safe. Why media has to play it safe and not taking risks these days. I hate media play it safe version of people take risks. It’s getting stale. I want my media taking risks and people play it safe back. Anyway…

On September 3, it appears that Kelly Clarkson announced the release of two new songs, Love So Soft and Move You, both coming out on September 7. So far, the music video for Love So Soft was at trending at number 4 on YouTube on September 8. Now then, Kelly Clarkson is back! And we’re not just talking about her return after two years off. She’s been revitalized, with an image and confidence not seen in a decade or more. Today she released two new songs from her upcoming album, Meaning Of Life. Love So Soft is the feisty first single, while Move You is a soulful ballad that shows her range. Both are amazing.

Love So Soft, the official first single, is a retro-modern take on soul diva and current pop trends. The verses take it back a few decades, but the chorus will fit right in on today’s radio. But nothing will prepare you for its new video. We’ll just say it: Love So Soft is her best music video in a decade. Gone are the days of simply singing in front of a green screen. Love So Soft shows the aging pop star in numerous settings and outfits and moods. Boy, do I love this video. Kelly Clarkson is pretty damn hot in this video despite she’s 35. Let’s continue.

It starts off with a 1950s vibe as Kelly Clarkson sings from the driver’s seat in an old car. We then see her in a flowing gold gown in a field of white, clad in blue in an expensive cliffside home, and surrounded by dancers on a red-lit stage. She becomes a crowd, identified by her hat, gloves, and blonde wig. And throughout the video, her incredible backup singers are at her side. Now then, why isn’t this on Vevo and it has to be Warner Brothers? Let me guess, Warner Brothers has no respect over Vevo and Vevo only appeal Warner Brothers-less music like Sony and Universal. Come on, Warner Brothers, pay attention to Vevo, not on your own. Damn, Warner Brothers. Anyway, let’s move on.

If that wasn’t enough, the Since U Been Gone singer also shared a lovely ballad called Move You. She’s stated it’s one of her favorite songs on her new album. Move You is gentle but sultry, slowly building up to its dramatic chorus and bridge. I hope Move You will be getting a music video this holiday season. Why? Because I want try something new to go by hits, not repeats and computers. Now that the songs get out of their way, its time to talk about the album.

Now then, as you may know that Kelly Clarkson has confirmed her upcoming, highly-anticipated album Meaning Of Life will be available on October 27th. For the past year, she has been touting her first album with Atlantic Records as very soulful, urban, R&B, and influenced by the ’90s. And if the clips of her new singles are anything to go by, the new music will more than live up to the expectations. As the Because Of You singer said herself, this is the start of her diva era!

In a YouTube Live Q&A, Kelly revealed more details about Meaning Of Life.  How would she described the new record? Two words: boss and sassy! Kelly Clarkson described it as a “grown-ass woman’s record,” and says it shows more of her personality than any of her albums with RCA ever showed. In contrast to the frequent label troubles Kelly Clarkson had during her 6-album contract with RCA, Kelly Clarkson now feels much freer with Atlantic. That’s because RCA has no respect over streaming music and RCA only markets commercial appeal and radio like Pink and avoid something like Britney Spears. I guess RCA don’t like streaming music and Britney Spears these days. Blame RCA trash streaming music like Kesha and stick with radio and commercial appeal like Justin Timberlake. Anyway, back to Kelly Clarkson She had much more creative control over this album, as well as more support and faith in her vision. That’s because streaming music is the future only appeal Universal/Warner Brothers/Adele/Beyonce and avoid Sony streaming music like Britney Spears because streaming music don’t like Sony like Britney Spears and stick with Warner Brothers/Universal/Adele/Beyonce. Stupid Sony.

In addition to that, Kelly Clarkson has worked with a ton of writers, musicians, and producers on this album. Jason Halbert, Greg Kurstin, Jesse Shatkin, The Monarch, Nick Ruth, and Mick Schultz all produced for Meaning Of Life.

Kelly Clarkson has finished recording her new album in June. We know the Piece By Piece singer worked with songwriters and producers like Jason Halbert, Ali Tamposi, Diztortion, J.R. Rotem, The Monarch production team, Claude Kelly, Sebastian Kole, and more. We also learned a new song title, It Matters To Me, which could be on the album. It’s just a matter of days before we hear the new single and find out more about the album.

What do you think? Are you excited for Kelly Clarkson’s upcoming album next month? Sound off below!