NewMusicLiveOnline

NEWS

MUSIC NEWS

SCOOTER BRAUN REVEALS WHY HE PUT JUSTIN BIEBER ON ‘PROBATION’ IN THE NEW YORKER

In an extensive profile on Braun in The New Yorker, we learn why Braun put Bieber, whom he dubs a “superhero,” on “probation” and how.

The idea of the ballooning, Braun-fostered Bieber brand is juxtaposed against a shrinking music business in the piece, and Braun’s business strategies, his desire to treat his bands like family and his young, nerd-done-good vibe (Mickey Mouse toys, ‘Star Wars’ tee-shirts, comic book references) are thoroughly discussed.

The Biebs is a superhero: “Justin Bieber was born with the Superman powers. He could sing, he could dance, he could play instruments. I wasn’t born with those gifts, so I had to become a different kind of superhero …(READ MORE)

POPSTAR LADY GAGA RECORDING ‘ARTPOP’ NAKED?

Nothing shocks us about Lady Gaga anymore. From her 10-inch heels to her often-changing hair color. Now, there’s a rumor circulating that the Mother Monster plans to record her entire album ‘ARTPOP’ in the buff. That’s right. Stark naked. No clothes. In her birthday suit.

A source told The Sun that Gaga has started laying down her vocals during studio sessions, sans clothes. The insider revealed, “Gaga has really taken to the idea of naked recording.”

So she’s putting on a bit of a show for producers, mixers and engineers, to say the least. (READ MORE)

‘AMERICAN IDOL’ OFFERS KATY PERRY $20 MILLION TO JOIN THE SHOW

This sounds a bit like desperation, but word is that the powers-that-be at ‘American Idol‘ offered pop diva Katy Perry a whopping $20 million to join the show as a judge. Whoa. That’s $2 million more than top diva Mariah Carey got to board the judge’s panel, and she brings more history and star power. What gives?

The producers were so desiring of the ‘Wide Awake’ singer that they went all out and offered her a chunk of change to lure her in. It’s not like Perry needs the money, especially since her ex-husband Russell Brand walked away from half of her robust fortune even though he was entitled to it since they did...(READ MORE)

TAYLOR SWIFT TO RECEIVE FIRST-EVER GENERATION TROPHY AT 2012 CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION AWARDS

Taylor Swift continually proves that she’s a world-renowned country hitmaker. The superstar will soon appear at the 2012 Canadian Country Music Association Awards, where she’s being honored with the inaugural Generation Award.

The CCMA Generation Award was designed to honor country music stars whose talent has propelled them onto an international stage. Not only is Ms. Swift the top-selling artist in Canada, but the sweet songstress... (READ MORE)

INDI BUZZ

The Making of "PROUD" (Music Video) ft. SHANICA KNOWLES

Remember the Kenya doll? She first emerged on the toy scene in the 80s and she's soon to hit retail stores again! She's the African-American teenage girl with a wonderful sense of humor and has a crush on knowledge. In fact she is a wiz in most things academic. She loves music and is rarely seen without her trusty guitar! In fact, Kenya teamed up with her new friends, TJ, Denice and Dwayne to form The Rock Star Madness Band! With that being said, we're kicking off the launch with a new song and music video called "Proud!"

Just in time after young Gabby's Olympic win, we want young African-American girls to feel "Proud." The song features lead vocals from, Shanica Knowles, who's best known ..(READ MORE)

SEE LIVE-STREAM FOOTAGE HERE