Scotty McCreery Talks about His First Album and New Music Video

Season 10 Winner Scotty

Season 10 American Idol winner and country music crooner Scotty McCreery sure has been busy since his big win.

While McCreery has been on tour this summer with the “American Idol Live Tour 2011”, he has
also been working hard behind the scenes on his first feature album and new music video.

Scotty, who was signed a record deal with Mercury Nashville and Jimmy Iovine’s Interscope Records shortly after his win, says his first music video for “I Love You This Big” will be out on August 9th and his first album will be released later this Fall.

He also announced the creation of his new official website at “ScottyMccreery-Official” and says he will be releasing new tracks, news, and videos before the album comes out so his fans can see and hear what he has been working on.

Scotty talked about his new album saying,

“I’m really excited to let people hear what we’ve been working on and putting so much effort and energy and time into. It’s something that I’m really proud of. I can’t wait for them to hear it! Hopefully they’ll feel what I was feeling in the studio.”

Watch Scotty's Win Video

Visitors who register at the website and pre-order his new album will also receive an autographed photo of Scotty along with a signed poster and a free digital download of his new music video “I Love You This Big”.

The Garner North Carolina native was the youngest person to ever take home the American Idol crown and within weeks had shattered the Billboard 200 charts with his first single.

“At his age, Scotty has the chance to become one of the first teen idol type celebrities born from the country music genre. There are thousands of young girls who would pay any price for a poster of a shirtless Scotty McCreery hanging in their bedrooms. And their parents would be happy to buy it for them because he is a fantastic role model for any teen.”

Scotty McCreery has been packing in the fans this summer on the American Idol Tour with fellow contestants James Durbin, Paul McDonald, Pia Toscano, Casey Abrams, Lauren Elaina, Stefano Langone, Jacob Lusk, and Hailey Reinhart.

Related: American Idol Live Tour 2011 Update – Scotty Rules, Durbin Rocks “Guns and Roses” – Video

McCreery hits the stage midway through the show and sings Josh Turner's "Your Man”, “Are You Going to Kiss Me or Not”, and his signature hit “I Love You This Big”.

Insiders say this has been one of the best summer tours by American Idol contestants ever, and that the crowd goes absolutely crazy when Scotty McCreery takes the stage.

The tour runs through mid-September and you can buy tickets and check for concert dates in your city on the American Idol Summer Tour official Website.

Can’t wait to hear what young Scotty has cooked up for us!

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Video - Young Leo Howard Kickin' It In "Conan the Barbarian 3D" – New Trailer

Anybody who has been watching the new Disney XD show “Kickin’ It” knows who 14-year-old Leo Howard is.

Leo, who has a black belt in karate and is a martial arts master in real life, has displayed his skills in the Disney Wasabi Dojo profiled in the show and has made “Kickin’ It” a smash hit for the network.

Now he is branching out into his first big screen action adventure movie while taking a starring role.

Related: Leo Howard Kicks his way into Disney’s “Kickin’ It” - Video

But in August we are going to see a side to Leo that Disney will never show you.

Howard is playing the young “Conan the Barbarian” in the August 19th release of the 3D action film starring Ron Pearlman, Jason Momoa as adult Conan, Rose McGowan - and Leo as Conan as a child.

“Conan the Barbarian 3D” tells the tale of a quest that begins as a personal vendetta for the fierce warrior, but soon turns into an epic battle against enormous rivals, horrifying monsters, shirtless villains, and impossible odds.

Conan realizes he is the only hope of saving the great nations of Hyboria from an encroaching reign of supernatural evil.

Lionsgate has just released a new red band trailer showing Leo in his role as young Conan while taking part in an epic challenge to decide who will fight with the warriors.

It shows young Conan participating in a challenge where he has to race through the woods with and egg in his mouth, and deliver it unbroken to the final destination.

But along the way the group is ambushed by the enemy and an epic battle ensues and Leo kicks some serious butt.

There is lots of blood and gore and Leo Howard saves the group and returns to the elders with the severed heads of three bad guys – then spits the unbroken egg from his mouth!

This is the first “Conan” trailer where we really get to see Leo in action and he does impress us with both his acting ability and martial arts moves.

The kid definitely knows how to fight.

Watch Leo Howard in the Conan Red Band Trailer


Leo is no stranger to Hollywood.

He has already had roles in “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra”, “Shorts”, and “Logan” before snagging his role with Disney.

Howard also starred in the TV series “Zeke and Luther”, “Children of the Corn”, and “Aussie and Ted's Great Adventure”.

Related: Meet Leo Howard – Bio of a Karate Master and Movie Star – Video

With a smash hit television series and now a major role in an action adventure movie we suspect Leo will be a hot property in the near future and will have directors beating down his door with job offers.

Being a teen idol seems to come naturally to the young star and he is not afraid to take the shirtless pose for teen idol magazines to keep the interest up among his young female fans.

If your kids aren’t talking about Leo Howard yet – they will be soon.

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Video – Justin Bieber Official “Someday” Perfume Commercial Released

What’s left for Justin Bieber to conquer in this world?

How about a women’s perfume.

Bieber just released the official television commercial for his female fragrance perfume called “Someday” that will retail for $35.

Is there anything this kid can’t do? Or won’t do?

While most macho rock stars are inclined to create a masculine men's cologne, Bieber thinks the way to his fans heart is through a women’s fragrance. After all, he was successful in marketing his own brand of girl’s finger nail polish.

Bieber told Women’s Wear Daily,

"The way a girl smells is very important to a guy, I have such a deep connection with my fans, so creating a fragrance that I personally love is another way I can bring them closer to my world."

Watch Justin Bieber’s Official “Someday” Perfume Commercial


We wonder if Selena had at least a little input into this project…. We're just saying...

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Ashton Kutcher and CBS Official News Release About Two and a Half Men Season 9

Warner Bro’s, CBS, and Chuck Lorre are probably glad this is all behind them.

They’re probably even happier that Charlie Sheen is out of the picture.

Ashton Kutcher has agreed to a deal to replace troubled, and not winning, Charlie Sheen in the hit CBS sitcom “Two and a Half Men” working alongside Jon Cryer and Angus T. Jones.

Kutcher is slated to pull in almost $900,000 per episode through season 9. Production will begin this summer and new episodes will be aired in the fall.

Kutcher says,

“I can’t wait to work with this ridiculously talented 2.5 team and I believe we can fill the stage with laughter that will echo into the viewer’s home. I can’t replace Charlie Sheen but I’m going to work my ass off to entertain the hell out of people”.

For his part, Sheen has already thrown in his thoughts telling TMZ,

"Kutcher is a sweetheart and a brilliant comedic performer ... Oh wait, so am I. Enjoy the show America. Enjoy seeing a 2.0 in the demo every Monday, WB. Enjoy planet Chuck, Ashton. There is no air, laughter, loyalty, or love there".

Wow. Sheen sure seems to have a bitter chip on his shoulder regarding all the problems HE has caused all involved. It seems he has fallen out of the spotlight and is no longer winning – but loosing.

Chuck Lorre also chimed in with,

“We are so lucky to have someone as talented, joyful and just plain remarkable as Ashton Kutcher joining our family. Added to that is a deep sigh of relief knowing that our family stays together. If I was any happier, it’d be illegal”.

Lorre is the creator and Executive Producer of the show and was tasked with developing the plot to get Charlie out and a new face in.

Nina Tassler, President, CBS Entertainment added,

"Ashton is a pop culture triple threat-film star, cutting-edge producer and a social media pioneer. He brings creativity, energy and personality to everything he touches. We are thrilled to have him, and excited beyond words for what he brings to the next season of Two and a half Men".

The last party in the triangle is Warner Brothers, whose President said,

"Ashton Kutcher brings a new and distinctive comedic flavor to “Two and a Half Men”. He is a big-time talent whose unique style will blend seamlessly with Jon Cryer, Angus T. Jones and the rest of this terrific ensemble. We look forward to a great future for this revamped and reenergized show, helmed as always by the extraordinary Chuck Lorre, whose creative skills and consummate professionalism makes him the best in the business."

So there it is. The deal is done and all parties involved have stepped up to say their piece. The only thing left is to see how they update the story to sneak Kutcher into the plot in a believable way.

I really think if all involved can pull this off that season 9 may make us ask, “Why did they put up with Sheen for so long?”

Now if they can just get past Sheen’s $100 million lawsuit things will have come full circle.

Will you watch season 9? Was Kutcher a good choice? Are you over Charlie Sheen’s antics yet?

Do tell…

See the feuds highlights:

Ashton Kutcher to replace Charlie Sheen on “Men”
Chuck Lorre reaches out to Charlie Sheen
Charlie Sheen Fired – “Men” season 8 cancelled
Charlie Sheen Bizarre Today Show interview

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Watch Nicki Minaj Official ‘Super Bass’ Music Video

A lot of people absolutely love Nicki Minaj.

Some people hate her, or don’t know what to make of her yet.

But regardless of where you stand you can’t deny her impact on popular R&B pop music.

Minaj has just released the official music video of her single “Super Bass” from her “Pink Friday” album and fans are eating it up.

The 26-year-old Young Money star represented by Cash Money Records says,

“Super Bass is about the boy you are crushing over, and you want to get your mac on but instead you take the playful approach. I just wanted to do something real colorful and cutesy. This is an icy, sexy, and playful world and we actually have a lot of surprises for fans in this video. Of course I have lots of eye candy for my girls and my boys. I’m going to be doing some things that people have never seen me do.”

You can’t deny that Nicki Minaj has the goods. From riding on a motorcycle made of ice to the sexy striptease dance, it’s clear that she is trying to portray her more sensitive girly side.

Watch Nicki Minaj Official Super Bass Music Video


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Obama Slams Donald Trump - Calls His Antics a ‘Side Show’ – Finally Shows Official Birth Certificate

Finally!

Somebody has finally done something to shut Donald Trump up.

And that somebody is the President of the United States himself Barack Obama.

Today, President Obama released his full, long form, birth certificate and made a statement to the White House Press Corp slamming Donald Trump for wasting the countries time.

The president said he did not want to have to stoop to this level but that various “people” had turned the issue into a “side show.” While not naming names, it was clear that Obama was referring to Donald Trump.

You can view the official certificate by clicking the image to the right.

Trump has made a huge issue of Obama’s birth certificate this last month, and has also lashed out at comedian Jerry Seinfeld and Robert De Niro for no apparent reason.

When Trump was asked if this now satisfied his needs he said,

“I am very proud to be the one to bring this issue to the forefront. But I’ll have to look at it. I want to make sure it’s real. He should have done this a long time ago. I am really honored to have played such a large role in this. I am very proud and honored”

What a dick.

But just as Trump seems uncomfortably satisfied about the birth certificate issue, he has no intentions of going away quietly and has now launched a tirade on Obama about his grades.

That’s right – his college transcripts. Trump says Obama was a poor student and has not released his college transcripts because he doesn’t want people to know saying,

"I heard he was a terrible student, terrible. How does a bad student go to Columbia and then to Harvard? I'm thinking about it, I'm certainly looking into it. Let him show his records. I was a good student and I’m very proud of that."

Man, this guy just won’t go away. And he sure does seem to be very proud and honored that he is The Donald Trump. At least we can still laugh at his bad hair day pictures.

Donald, please remember – “Pride comes before the fall and a haughty spirit before the destruction.”

You are falling – please don’t destroy yourself.