Paris Hilton talks up Britney

tly starring in new reality show 'Paris Hilton's British Best Friend' - encouraged contestants in the programme to shave their heads to resemble the 'Womanizer' singer during her public meltdown.
The socialite - who is curren
Paris said: "Britney looked cool with no hair."

Paris Hilton thinks Britney Spears looked "cool" with no hair
In the series, Paris is trying to find a best friend who lives in the UK.

The hotel heiress - who was at one time close to Britney - admits she findsit difficult to make friends she can really trust.

She added: "I find it hard to know who I can trust. A lot of people just want to be friends with me to become famous themselves. I get used a lot."

The 27-year-old star has been learning British slang in bid to impress her potential UK pal.

She explained to Britain's The Sun newspaper: "I've been taught some slang.

If you're talking about a gross guy then you say he's a minger? I like that. And if you think a guy's hot then you call him 'fit'.

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Jay-Z reveals Obama song significance

Jay-Z has explained the meaning of the new track he performed at a presidential pre inaugration ball on Monday (19 January).
New York rapper Jay unveiled 'History' at Washington DC's Warner Theater, before attending Barack Obama's presidential inauguration on Tuesday (20 January).

He told MTV: "The 'History' record is really about - once again - making history. I use different words as if they were women: 'Success. I met success and success was a sister of defeat.'"

He added: "If you listen to the record it's pretty much talking about trying to find victory, victory being a woman. So me and victory can make a kid - the kid being history and then history tells your legacy."

Other notable acts to write songs about the new US president include Will.i.am who contributed 'Yes We Can' to the election campaign and Nas, who wrote a track called 'Election Night'.

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6th Annual Hard Dance Awards 2009

The buzz surrounding the 6th Annual Hard Dance Awards 2009 is gathering pace at an alarming rate. Since voting opened late last
year, clubbers and hard dance fans alike have been voting in their thousands

Voting is open until 14th February so there’s still time to have your say on who you think should win the Best DJ and Best Newcomer awards, as well as in the three new categories that include the Outstanding Contribution to Hard Dance Award. Votes can be cast at www.harddanceawards.com.

The event itself is a three room showdown of some of hard dance’s leading artists that include Showtek, and BBC Radio 1’s Kutski, a horde of the UK’s top regional talent and a live awards ceremony starting from 10pm, which is hosted by trackitdown.net’s Ed Real along with some very special guest presenters, including the legendary Howard Marks. Wrap all this up under the roof of the newly refurbished 2,200 capacity Leeds Academy, and this is set to be the biggest hard dance event of the year.

Hard Dance Awards 2009 are being recorded by BBC Radio 1 for a special broadcast from 1am on Friday 6th March in the Kutski show, followed by a Hard Dance Awards Essential Mix. "I'm really looking forward to my Hard Dance Awards special - we'll have interviews, mixes and all the news from the awards plus a special essential mix featuring the newly crowned winners of the Best DJ and newcomer categories. It's going to be a show to remember!" Kutski

For the latest news and updates on the Hard Dance Awards tune into to DJ Kutski weekly, Friday nights from 1am on Radio 1.

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Rihanna makes Most Desirable Woman of 2009 poll

Eva Mendes has been named the Most Desirable Woman of 2009.
The 'Spirit' actress topped a poll of men who were asked to name their ideal woman, taking into account sense of humour, intelligence and character as well as sex appeal.

Eva - who came fourth on last year's list compiled by website AskMen.com - was delighted to take the top spot, saying: "Of all the qualities I find attractive in a man, paying me such a compliment tops my list. Thanks, guys!"

Eva beat 'Transformers' actress Megan Fox into second place, with Victoria's Secret model Marisa Miller and British glamour model Keeley Hazell coming in third and fourth places respectively with singer Rihanna also in th etop ten.

Marissa enthused: "It's awesome to be on the AskMen.com list again! I've had such an amazing year and to know that I have fans that care enough to vote and support me is really flattering."

Newcomers on the rundown this year include actress Isla Fisher at number 31, 'I Kissed A Girl' singer Katy Perry at number 38, and French President Nicolas Sarkozy's wife Carla Brunei at number 76.

Actress Scarlett Johansson, who came seventh, added: "It's an honour to be chosen by over 10 million AskMen readers as one of world's most desirable women."

AskMen.com's Top 99 Most Desirable Women 2009 Top 10:

1. Eva Mendes
2. Megan Fox
3. Marisa Miller
4. Keeley Hazell
5. Anne Hathaway
6. Alessandra Ambrosio
7. Scarlett Johansson
8. Rihanna
9. Kristen Bell
10. Kate Beckinsale

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Saosin: The Gray Released Free

Mini Saosin released this album for free on various internet sites.

This album is actually released since October yesterday. Sold during the concert last year they, together with the other band merchandise. Yapese. Ep of the title is The Gray released the official start date of January 13 yesterday. Like other bands, this EP Saosin sell through iTunes.

Ep contains five songs, three new songs Keep Secret, and Love Maker Why Can not See Yoy which will have the full album later Saosin. Two more songs? There Come Close acoustic version of which also have in their live album titled the same. Finally there is the Love Maker also be acoustic.

One thing interesting. In addition to selling its EP Saosin was favor to give the fans the opportunity to try this album. What is the event? The band had a concert in Jakarta a few coupled website. At the site there Absolutpunk.net song Why Can not You See, the website majalh Alternative Press music songs have Keep Secrets, while Love Maker akustikan version is available in Rock Sound. Hmmm, I visited the web's quasi-related web to listen to The Gray.

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Nidji Launching video clips on the site nagri music

Last December, the Nidji exclusively nge-launching video clips on the site Shadows Channel V. Shadows song itself is a theme song serial Heroes Season 3.

This video clip is quite visually brinkmanship same film. Many adapt the scene in the film Heroes and then poured in a video clip made F Sim this. Somehow the style of Hiro sword duel. Or use the power tussle supranatural.

Of particular interest is the source of personnel Nidji. Giring Cs, able to appear after the required style pol ala Heroes. Run-D as a volunteer-run larian and make up is similar to Sylar, one of the characters in the series Heroes.

Some of the comments, most of them do good, terlontar music from the site is nagri. Shadows of a video clip taken from the album Top Up is in the website can diliat label Nidji shelter.

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RAN Strikes Back

Rayi, Asta and Nino is ready with new single, the title Tunjukkan Cintamu.

Success with songs from their first album, RAN For Your Life, this trio back. Yes, as if I'm not wait to re-create girl melting, earlier this year released a song back new RAN. The single morning while they were still fast enough to play?

Is the new single is, Tunjukkan Cintamu. Tunjukkan Cintamu so kind "link of life" from the RAN, while they are busy preparing a second album. For this single RAN invite a girl named Sheila to collaborate. This is the first time RAN collaborate with someone in a recording.

Several days ago, I also completed the RAN suting Tunjukkan Cintamu video clips. Patrick Efendy appointed to be its director. Cobodas park in Puncak, West Java location shooting so. Learn More Moment songs and video clips will be played on the radio and TV.

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Pink and ex-husband to reunite

Pink and her estranged husband Carey Hart are reportedly set to reunite...
The 'Sober' singer - who announced she was separating from her spouse of two years last February - sparked rumours she is back with the professional motocross racer after they were seen jogging together in Los Angeles on Wednesday (14.01.09).

The couple gazed at each other and walked arm-in-arm after their workout, before breaking into a play fight.

They also spent New Years' Eve (31.12.08) together at a party held at Carey's Las Vegas nightclub Wasted Space.

Carey made a public toast to Pink at the bash, with a source revealing: "He escorted her to the stage and toasted her at midnight. Then he wished everyone a happy new year. It was very informal."

Pink, 29, recently admitted she and Carey have struggled to adapt to their new relationship as friends.

She said: "It's up and down. You have strong moments and you have weak moments. But it's not just been devastating - it's been freedom, too."

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New Justin Timberlake Track Leaks

While Justin Timberlake recently told MTV News that he's going to be focusing on working with other artists rather than his own material, on Thursday (January 15), a new song of his, apparently titled "Bigger Than the World," leaked online.

The song, which sounds unfinished, features Timberlake singing in a light falsetto reminiscent of Robin Thicke (or perhaps it's Justin sounding like Robin Thicke sounding like Justin) accompanied by a pulsing mid-tempo beat, keyboards and guitar. According to some online reports, the track was produced by Timbaland, and was posted on ThisIs50.com on Thursday. Toward the end, the beat drops out and the song ends with just piano.

When he spoke with MTV News last year, Timberlake said he was focusing on working with other artists, although he declined to reveal who those artists are. "I've been working with different people here or there," he said. "I feel weird. You'll hear it when it comes out. I would love to give you everyone but there's some stuff that might not work out due to business stuff, unfortunately.

"As far as myself, I don't have that," he continued. "I could change [my mind] next week, but I don't have the bug to jump in and start the whole process again, and touring again. I do love it, but it's tiring."

In addition to "Bigger Than the World," Timberlake recently released "Follow My Lead," which features vocals from the first signing to Timberlake's Tennman Records, Esmée Denters.

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Milk

"My name is Harvey Milk, and I want to recruit you!"

So begins the triumphant rise and subsequent tragedy of Harvey Milk - the first openly gay official to be elected to public office in 1978. This stirring biopic on Milk's pivotal quest for gay rights, drives home important messages, but resonates less than hoped for.

In 1970, life still has a few surprises left for Harvey Milk (Sean Penn). On the cusp of turning 40, he picks up Scott Smith (James Franco) at a subway station, falls in love, and decides to come out of the closet. The couple set up home and shop in San Francisco's Castro Street, which soon becomes a thriving hotbed for the gay community. Amidst brewing anti-gay persecution, Milk feels compelled to make a stand, and runs for District Supervisor.

Albeit unsuccessful, his impassioned activism opens up a wave of homosexual liberation and openness. Finally, in 1977, Milk's campaign hits a breakthrough, and he ascends to San Francisco City Supervisor. After initial efforts to coordinate with fellow Supervisor Dan White (Josh Brolin) sours, Milk finds himself paying the price for his passionate dedication to gay rights.

Almost as if he's born to play Milk, Penn disappears into the role with empathy and powerful conviction. He infuses Milk's courage and determination with winning charisma and tender vulnerability; always dignified and graceful. Brolin makes White a character to sympathize with, giving him an unexpected human touch, and putting forth a fair portrayal that doesn't turn into a stereotype.

Among the supporting cast of Milk's lovers and supporters, Franco is subtle and low-key, while Diego Luna (as Jack) is flamboyant and erratic, unfortunately over-emphasizing gayness just a tad. Emile Hirsch (as Cleve Jones) though, brings an energetic exuberance that is rather refreshing.

Milk is poignant enough, with an astute mix of recreated newsreel footage thrown in that lends weight and historical significance. Yet the weakest link is the tangible detachment of director Gus Van Sant, who fails to bring life fully to Milk's inspirational spirit. You walk away feeling moved, but not necessarily satisfied.

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Red Hot Chili Peppers recording

When Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John Frusciante said:
"the official news is just that there's no plans to do anything and we're on a hiatus of an indefinite length. There's just absolutely no plans to do anything and, that's it. Yeah, we worked really hard for ten years and, you know, there's other things in life."

Well it seems music is just too hard to resist.

Dance producer Paul Oakenfold has revealed to take40.com that he is currently in the studio working with the LA four-peice on a new track for his latest album.

"I'm working on a track I've done with the Red Hot Chili Peppers (for my album)" he said. "I'm trying to find a sound for the record; I'm looking for dirtier rougher rhythms with strong songs"

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Blink-182 reunion rumours

MTV hooked up with Blink-182's Mark Hoppus to find out the truth about rumors that Blink-182 may be reuniting
He said: "None of us know exactly what's going to happen. I do know that we're all very stoked to be talking again, laughing and letting the past remain in the past. But we're also coming together after an extremely acrimonious band breakup, a lot of anger and frustration with one another and four years of not talking. I think that we need to get back to a certain point as friends before we could ever take a stage together again, because that's what we always based everything on.

"If — and this is a big if — Blink-182 were ever to re-form, it would have to be the most amazing, ridiculous, mind-blowing show and tour ever. I feel like, as bitter as our breakup was, we stepped back at the top of our game, and we'd have to come back even stronger and better than before."

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'Dark Knight' Producer Talks 'Batman 3' Casting, Status

While The Dark Knight amasses a Batcave full of award nominations - and fans of the flick anxiously wait to see if it will get the attention of a fella named Oscar - we here at MTV News continue to look toward the future of the franchise: Batman 3.

So, naturally, when we caught up with Dark Knight producer Chuck Roven on the People's Choice Awards red carpet, we simply had to ask for an update on the film. The good news is, it looks like director Christopher Nolan could be officially on the project (after months of online speculation that he was still on the fence). But no one - not even the producers - know what's in store for the third, ridiculously anticipated film.

"I know that Chris [Nolan] and [writer] David Goyer are talking and thinking," Roven said. "We're hoping, of course, that they find and rest on something that they'll find is worthy to do, but we don't know anything more than you do right now."

Meanwhile, fans are also dying to know what villain - or villains - the Caped Crusader will possibly face off against in the follow-up to 2008's box-office titan and, also, what actors will be playing the parts. Again, the Internet has been ablaze with rumors regarding possible rogues and casting - some good, some bad and some downright laughable - so we checked to see if Roven had any ideas.

"All I can say - because I really don't know more than you do - is that I see no reason why, tonally, Chris would do anything different than he's done in the first two films," the producer said.

As Hollywood buzzes with speculation regarding a possible posthumous Academy Award nomination for Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker, it's nearly impossible to talk The Dark Knight and not bring him up. And while Ledger has managed to become synonymous with the role - and considering that viewers were left with the impression that the Joker may indeed show up in future Batman films - we wondered, considering the tragedy of Ledger's untimely death, if the producers would've done anything differently regarding that character.

"We have to separate the actors from the role," Roven said. "On a personal level, Heath was a friend of mine. We had worked together before The Dark Knight, but I still think that The Dark Knight is its own thing, and we have to separate them. So I guess the answer is, I think we still would've done the same thing."

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Rihanna 'Live' In Kuala Lumpur!

The good-girl-gone-bad and Grammy-award winner, Rihanna, is coming to Malaysia for the first time! Her debut concert, Rihanna Live in KL 2009 is scheduled for February 13, 2009, Friday, 8.30pm at Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil.

Rihanna Live in KL 2009 is part of the Good Girl Gone Bad Tour, the second world concert tour by the Barbadian singer to support her album Good Girl Gone Bad. It consists of 3 legs with 61 shows and has run for over 6 months, starting in Canada. Supporting acts throughout the tour included Akon, Ciara, David Jordan, Chris Brown and various local European acts during the second European leg. Chris Brown and Rihanna performed 11 shows in New Zealand and Australia, and one show in the Philippines.

Rihanna also performed in Singapore on her first solo Southeast Asian Tour in November 2008. She is coming back for the second leg and Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta has been confirmed as the tour venues.

Concert tickets are available from January 5, 2009 at all Axcess Ticket outlets. Ticket Hotline is +603 7711 5000 or visit www.axcess.com.my.

Ticket Prices: RM128, RM158, RM198, RM288 & RM328.

Rihanna Live in KL 2009 is organised by Pineapple Concerts Sdn Bhd,
Malaysia's premier concert promoter; in aid of The Force of Nature Aid Foundation. Premium and Corporate Seats are available and proceeds of
the charity sale will be donated to the organisation. For inquiry on Premium and Corporate Seats, please call +603 2780 7010.

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Eminem comeback song appears online

THE LONG-AWAITED new single by Eminem has been released online in its entirety

Crack A Bottle, taken from the rapper's forthcoming sixth studio album Relapse, was posted onto Aceshowbiz.com yesterday and is scheduled for a full release in the spring
Unfinished versions of the song, featuring contributing vocals from Dr Dre and 50 Cent, were leaked onto the internet in November, much to the 36 year-old star's dismay.

Speaking to Billboard.com, he said: "It wasn't close to finished, and it even has me doing guide vocals for Dre as a suggestion of how he could lay his verses down. It's like someone catches you before you got the Spider Man costume all zipped up!

"Nobody is supposed to see that. We are gonna finish it up, though, and get it out there how it's supposed to be."

Relapse is the Michigan-born rappers's first album in more than four years and is expected this spring via Interscope Records.

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