Yesterday’s publication of Nicki Minaj‘s tour rider prompted many people to brand her an overly demanding diva, but I think it’s actually quite reasonable, especially for one of the highest grossing entertainers in the world. Between the scrambled egg whites, fruit plates, meat plates, fried chicken, salad, and silverware with which to eat it all, it seems like most of Ms. Minaj’s requests are a.) relatively inexpensive and easy to obtain, and b.) things she and her friends are actually going to use and/or consume. She’s certainly lower-maintenance than some of her peers. Here are ten tour rider requests much more extreme than Nicki Minaj’s. More »
Last night on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, Bruce Springsteen stopped by the set. And if you’re going to have The Boss in studio, what else would you do besides dress your host up as Neil Young for a Whip My Hair duet?
Willow Smith’s first single is so popular that everyone in the world will have covered it by Christmas. Including her dad. Someone has mashed up Will Smith dancing to Whip My Hair in a scene from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Both videos are pretty inspired. Check them out after the jump and let us know which one you like better. More »
Bruce Springsteen Photobombs Jersey Couple’s Wedding Photo - And he’s so proud of himself. Someone give this man a reality show. (via ABC)
In nearly record time, George Clooney’s project of pulling together top talents to raise money for the tragedy in Haiti has finally been firmed up. We just got a huge listing of all the talents that will lend their voices, appearances and support to the special that is set to air on many networks this Friday. Here’s the talent list as it stands now:
In New York City:
Wyclef Jean
Bruce Springsteen
Jennifer Hudson
Mary J. Blige
Shakira
Sting
Madonna – NEW!
In Los Angeles:
Alicia Keys
Christina Aguilera
Dave Matthews
John… More »