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I will be quoting myself since I have reviewed this on my other blog:

“As much as everyone else, I’m very excited to hear the new studio album of John Mayer, Battle Studies. I’ve been a fan of his work, but I’m one of the few who prefers his older albums and would rate Room for Squares as his best work. For me, that album has the most memorable hooks, great songwriting and most importantly – songs that are “relatable” – if there is such a word.

So far, I’ve heard the tracks that John Mayer prereleased as videos: “Who Says” and “Heartbreak Warfare”. Both songs are great but not as climatic as I hoped it was – Who says sounds like a lost track from Continuum, while Heartbreak Warfare has that Heavier Things vibe.

Both are of course good, don’t get me wrong but it seems like there is a shortage on topics to sing about – and singing about his “rockstar” self (Who Says) just doesn’t cut through to normal human beings like myself. In fairness – it’s still an honest song, and I can only imagine how it is to want to be “Stoned”. Heartbreak warfare on the other hand has some tasty hooks, but lacks on the “guitar” aspect (Can’t blame me for wanting more guitar after hearing John Mayer Trio ).

Much like Continuum, I better appreciate his songs AFTER seeing him play the song live, so probably my take on the two songs will change after a few weeks. Can’t wait to hear the new album to see where John Mayer currently stands musically. ”

To add, my current favorite tracks of this album are: Assasin and Edge of Desire . I’m a JM fan so I have to rate this 6 out of 5.

Yes it’s true, John Mayer is indeed coming to Manila. You can see the details here found on his website.  Let me quote from his site:

“We are excited to announce shows for the first time ever in the Philippines and Spain! Following a two-night stand in Japan, the Battle Studies World Tour will travel to Manila, Philippines for a concert at SM MOA on May 16th. Ticketing information will be announced as it is available on the TOUR page.”

Now this is one event I am sure every musician will be excited about.  I hope I can get good seats

I am not a fan of Pilipinas Got Talent. I honestly think they hurt more than they help, and the show has more awkward and unpleasant moments than good. But there are really some performance that is worth mentioning. Like the one below:

I have high respects for the man, who doesn’t know Andrew E?  His songs are a part of my childhood, and I’m sure most of the people would say the same.  It is sad to see though that the famous song’s lyrics is actually just a “Tagalized” version of “Find an Ugly Woman” by Cash Money Marvelous. I’m not sure if he claimed otherwise but I do remember finding the idea funny and original – but looks like it is not. See and hear for yourself and you be the judge.

Found this interesting video floating in Facebook and blogs. Is this really the voice of Bong Revilla? You be the judge.

John Mayer’s Playboy interview is so hilarious. Now everyone wants to know the napalm definition. If you’re still not in the know then I’m going to give you the scoop. Johm Mayer gave a kiss-and-tell interview at Playboy. The interview was a lengthy one and he revealed more than we wish to know. I’m sure his ex-girlfriend, Jessica Simpson, is now cringing in embarrassment because of what he revealed. In his no-holds barred interview he said that Jessica Simpson was like “sexual napalm.”

Here’s an excerpt of John Mayer’s controversial interview.

“That girl, for me, is [an illegal substance]. And [such substances] aren’t good for you if you do lots of them. Yeah, that girl is like [one such substance] to me… [In bed] it was crazy. That’s all I’ll say. It was like napalm…

John also revealed his soft side – sort of. Apparently, for him his other ex, Jennifer Aniston, is the one that got away and he still has feelings for her. I don’t know if Jennifer would be touched though because the way he said it made you want to slap him instead of kissing him. Can’t wait for Jen’s reaction on this and of course, Jessica’s as well.

Carrie Underwood was simply amazing during her performance at the pre-game show of Super Bowl XLIV held at the Sun Life Stadium in Miami, Florida.

Carrie Underwood, an American Idol winner has indeed come a long way from the days when she was just a simple girl-next-door. Super Bowl is being watched by millions not just in the United States but all over the world so for her being given this chance once-in-a-lifetime is a sure honor. Congrats, Carrie for a job well done at the Super Bowl!

Finally, the Nominees for the 2010 Golden Globe has been released. Find out if your favorite movies and actors made it or didn’t.

Best Motion Picture — Drama
Avatar
The Hurt Locker
Inglorious Basterds
Precious
Up in the Air

Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama
Emily Blunt, The Young Victoria
Sandra Bullock, The Blind Side
Helen Mirren, The Last Station
Carey Mulligan, An Education
Gabourey Sadibe, Precious

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Drama
Jeff Bridges, Crazy Heart
George Clooney, Up in the Air
Colin Firth, A Single Man
Morgan Freeman, Invictus
Tobey Maguire, Brothers

Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
(500) Days of Summer
The Hangover
It’s Complicated
Julie & Julia
Nine

Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Sandra Bullock, The Proposal
Marion Cotillard, Nine
Meryl Streep, It’s Complicated
Meryl Streep, Julie and Julia
Julia Roberts, Duplicity

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Matt Damon, The Informant
Daniel Day Lewis, Nine
Robert Downey Jr., Sherlock Holmes
Joseph Gordon Levitt, (500) Days of Summer
Michael Stuhlbarg, A Serious Man

Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
Mo-Nique, Precious
Julianne Moore, A Single Man
Anna Kendrick, Up in the Air
Vera Farmiga, Up in the Air
Penelope Cruz, Nine

Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
Matt Damon, Invictus
Stanley Tucci, The Lovely Bones
Christopher Plummer, The Last Station
Christopher Waltz, Inglorious Basterds
Woody Harrelson, The Messenger

Best Animated Feature Film
Coraline
The Fantastic Mr. Fox
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
The Princess and the Frog
Up

Best Foreign Language Film
Barria
Broken Embraces
A Prophet
The White Ribbon
The Maid

Best Director — Motion Picture
Kathryn Bigelow, The Hurt Locker
James Cameron, Avatar
Clint Eastwood, Invictus
Jason Reitman, Up in the Air
Quentin Tarantino, Inglorious Basterds

Best Screenplay — Motion Picture
Up in the Air
It’s Complicated
District 9
The Hurt Locker
Inglorious Basterds
Best Original Score — Motion Picture
Michael Giacchino, Up
Marvin Hamlisch, The Informant
James Horner, Avatar
Abel Krozeniowski, A Single Man
Karen O. and Carter Burwell, Where the Wild Things Are

Best Original Song — Motion Picture
“I Will See You,” Avatar
“The Weary Kind,” The Crazy Heart
“Winter,” Brothers
“Cinema Italiano,” Nine
“I Want to Come Home,” Everybody’s Fine

Everyone thought that Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley’s brief marriage to Michael Jackson was a sham. Now, after hearing about her ex-husband’s death, Lisa Marie Presley issued an emotional statement which said that their marriage was unusual but it was very much true and they both loved each other. She further said that Jackson “knew” that he would die this way, and was afraid that he would end up like Lisa Marie’s legendary father, Elvis Presley. Here is the statement issued by Lisa Marie on her MySpace blog: Continue Reading »

The whole world is awaiting Michael Jackson’s Autopsy result/details. This is following the King of Pop’s unexpected death yesterday. Reports say that the autopsy began at around 9 Am but the results have not yet come out. Continue Reading »

The whole world stopped when Michael Jackson was confirmed dead earlier today at UCLA Medical Center. Now, the shocking last pictures of Michael Jackson has emerged. ET has exclusive photos of the King of Pop while he was being taken to the hospital inside an ambulance in what is believed in full cardiac arrest condition. As you can see in the picture a paramedic’s hand is on Jackson’s chest in an apparent effort to revive him. Reports say he was tried to be revived for an hour but to no avail.

Michael Jackson Last Photos

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According to a fan who had the privilege to visit him while he was performing for his last tour, Jackson was so unbelievably skinny when she went off to hug him. He spent his last night performing at Staples Center in Los Angeles for his upcoming London O2 concert.

The King of Pop is one of the most talented singer/performer and gained worldwide acclaim for his songs and dance moves. However in his latter years he was much criticised and made fun of because of his child molestation cases and his ever so changing appearance. He earned millions of dollars from his performances but it was said that he lost it and was in huge debt before his death. He was supposed to make a comeback concert which added to his stress and which close to him claim contributed to his death.

Michael Jackson Last Pictures

This is a very sad moment indeed and the whole world mourns for the death of Michael Jackson.

Jackson was born in Gary, IN on August 29, 1958. Before he became a solo artist, Jackson was the youngest member of the Jackson Five, the explosive ’60s band formed by his four older brothers — Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon Jackson — put Jackson on the path to stardom.

Michael Jackson’s Autopsy Result

Lisa Marie Presley’s Emotional Revelation about her Brief Marriage to Michael Jackson

Yes, the ever so lucky Camila Alves is having Matthew McConaughey’s baby number two!

Matthew must really love kids since his first born, Levi, is not even one year old. Continue Reading »