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| | Beyonce covers Dazed & Confused, W Mag: does she look tweaked? | | Added 14 years ago | Source: CeleBitchy |
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For the month of July, Beyonce pulled out all of the stops and did two major editorials and covers, likely to promote her fourth album, which is now rumored to be in the midst of a Fall push-back. But no matter about the album - look at the pretty pictures. Or not so pretty, whatever your take. Beyonce appears on the cover of both Dazed & Confused AND W Magazine for July. For D&C, she?s got the blonde hair, but most of the better-quality scans I could find were of the W Magazine shoot (the ones with the longer weave, mostly pulled into a ponytail), so most of the pics here are from W. Here are some highlights from various interviews:
Beyonce on being an icon: ?Being an icon is my dream. It has a lot of responsibilities. I feel like every time I take a picture and every time I perform on stage, I am conscious of my legacy. I?m conscious of the fact it?s going to be around even when I?m not? There are certain things that I just couldn?t do because I?ve worked so hard for my legacy and my career. Probably harder than anyone I know. So I respect it and I take it very seriously.?
On taking some time off from music: ?I needed some time to live. I?ve been signed to the same label since I was 12 years old and never had more than a month and a half off since I was 13. I?ve worked so hard for so many years and just felt like, ?Well, why not??? she told Dazed & Confused about taking time away from the music industry.
More on her time off: ?I had talked about taking a vacation before, but always ended up in the studio after two weeks, so no one believed me. This time, though, I was serious. I was going to give myself a year to do the things I never get to do. Simple things like play with my nephew, pick him up from school, visit museums, go to concerts, see some Broadway shows, learn to cook a meal and spend time with my husband ? Yes, I needed some relaxation, but I wanted inspiration too, from regular everyday things.?
[From Various Sources]
By the way, I?ve just spent way too much time looking at these Beyonce photos, and I?m going to reiterate what I?ve been saying for a few months now: bitch got tweaked. Her face is different, and it?s a subtle difference, but it?s the result of something surgical, or perhaps fillers and injections. My guess is that she got very subtle rhinoplasty, some ?Tox in her forehead, and definitely something in her lips. She still looks like Beyonce, but it?s? different. It’s like Beyonce Kardashian in here. Here’s the W Magazine shoot:
Photos courtesy of The Fashion Spot.
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Ready to get her overseas tour efforts underway, Beyonce Knowles touched down at the airport in Nice, France on Sunday afternoon (June 12).
Joined by a burly bodyguard, the "Run the World (Girls)" singer was in a jovial mood as she offered up a big smile while looking stylish in a white jacket, black denim jeans, a black hat and black peep toe high heels.
The travels come as Miss Knowles is set to take the stage in the French Riviera locale on June 20th before churning out concerts slated in Lille, France (June 22) and Amneville, France (June 23).
From there, Beyonce - who is set to release her new album "4" on June 28th - will head to the UK as the headliner of the annual Glastonbury Festival on June 26th.
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| | Beyonce Knowles Debuts 'Best Thing I Never Had' | | Added 14 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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Continuing to provide her fans with tasty tidbits from her forthcoming album 4, Beyonce Knowles has released a new single.
The ?Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It)? songstress unveiled ?Best Thing I Never Had,? and it?s a really great tune.
?Best Thing I Never Had? was written by Kenneth ?Babyface? Edmonds and will definitely appeal to anyone who has been brokenhearted.
The chorus states, ?I wanted you back, I?m so through with that/ Cuz honestly you turned out to be/ The best thing I never had/ You turned out to be/ The best thing I never had/ I?m gonna always be/ The best thing you?d never had.?
Beyonce - Best Thing I Never Had (2011)
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| | Did Beyonce copy her Billboard performance from an Italian pop artist? | | Added 14 years ago | Source: CeleBitchy |
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On Monday, when we were recapping the Billboard Music Awards, I put up the video of Beyonce?s tribute, as well as her performance of her new single ?Run the World (Girls)?. While I?m still not a fan of the song, I thought the performance was pretty decent (my problem was that the people paying tribute to Beyonce made her sound like Nelson Mandela, which she?s not). Anyway, soon after Beyonce?s performance, some people were like ?Hey, that junk looks kind of familiar.? It turns out that Beyonce kind of hijacked (?stole?) the concept of the of the performance - SOME say - from an Italian pop artist named Lorella Cuccerini. For reference, here is Beyonce?s Billboard performance:
And here?s a YouTube side-by-side comparison of Bey?s performance with a 2010 performance by Lorella Cuccerini:
They are similar. Similar in visual concept, similar in approach, and they give the same vibe. But I wouldn?t call it an outright copy or theft. Except for the wing thing. The wing parts on both videos - yeah, Bey jacked that.
Anyway, AOL Music got an exclusive quote from Bey about the accusations that she?s unoriginal. Beyonce cops to knowing who Lorella is, and being familiar with the 2010 performance:
When Beyonce took to the stage at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards this past Sunday (May 22), she gave what was, quite possibly, the performance of her lifetime. It certainly ranks up there among the most memorable in the award show’s history. Honored with the Billboard Millennium Award, Beyonce performed her current single, ‘Run the World (Girls)’ while dancing and interacting with high-tech video projections synced behind her.
Indeed, the word “epic” comes to mind, as it was a dazzling marriage of choreography and technology, the likes of which have rarely been seen on live television. However, some have argued that the word “groundbreaking” might be misleading — Beyonce’s performance may have been unique in its execution, but the basic idea actually came from a performance by Italian pop singer Lorella Cuccerini in 2010. The visuals, dancing and even sequencing are remarkably similar at points. That’s no coincidence, nor is it a rip-off. Rather, Beyonce acknowledges the direct influence.
“My makeup artist showed me the performance of Lorella Cuccarini a year ago, and it inspired me so much,” Beyonce tells AOL Music, exclusively. “I then met with the talented people who worked on it. The technology and concept were so genius. Thank god for YouTube or I would have never been exposed to something so inspiring. I never worked so hard on anything in my life as that performance for the Billboard Awards.”
Naturally, YouTube is now flooded with side-by-side comparisons of the two performances and, yes, it is fascinating to see how ideas can evolve from one creative entity to the next. But whereas critics are quick to point out influences, musicians are more prone to identify them as inspiration. In turn, Beyonce’s performance will now, no doubt, “influence” other artists at future award shows. For proof, check back next year. And that, of course, is exactly why Beyonce is a Billboard Millennium Award recipient.
[From AOL Music]
Well, at least Beyonce is gracious about it and she didn?t try to pull the old ?OMG, it?s original, I?m original, STFU!!? I tend to think that Beyonce was truly inspired by the 2010 performance and tried to come up with her own Beyonce-flavored version, using the 2010 performance as an inspiration.
By the way, Bey?s face still looks ?different? to me. I still can?t put my finger on exactly what?s ?off? though.
Photos courtesy of WENN.
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| | Beyonce's "Till the End of Time": Listen Now! | | Added 14 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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She?s been hard at work on her forthcoming album and, at last, Beyonc 's new song ?Till the End of Time? has been released.
With the full album due out on June 28, the ?Single Ladies? bombshell never ceases to amaze and this song is no exception.
And last night, Beyonce was presented with the Billboard Millennium Award by her mother, Tina Knowles.
She also received praise from a handful of stars including First Lady Michelle Obama, Lady Gaga, The Dream, Bono, Babyface, Stevie Wonder, her sister Solange and her son Daniel.
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| | Beyonce Honored with Billboard Millennium Award | | Added 14 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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Getting a big salute for her successful career efforts, Beyonce Knowles was doted with the Billboard Millennium Award at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday night (May 22).
The "Run the World (Girls)" singer was honored with quite the tribute - as her mother, Tina Knowles, took the stage to present her daughter with the accolade at the MGM Grand held show.
The Billboard Millennium Award was presented in recognition of Beyonce's career achievements and influence in the music industry.
Among the memorable moments, the tribute looked back upon Miss Knowles' role as the frontwoman of Destiny's Child through her three chart-topping solo albums.
Prior to receiving the Millennium Award, Beyonce graced the stage to perform her hit single "Run the World (Girls)".
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| | Beyonce in vinyl (?) Emilio Pucci at the Met Gala: ridiculous or meh? | | Added 14 years ago | Source: CeleBitchy |
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Beyonce brought along Jay-Z for last night?s Met Gala, and as it turns out, Beyonce needed all the support she could get. This too-tight, nipple-grazing (I don?t even know how to describe it) Emilio Pucci dress was not a fashion ?win? for Beyonce, considering that she couldn?t even get up the stairs (according to sources). Also, according to The Cut (via ONTD), Beyonce and Jay were BOOED because they didn?t pose for photos for long enough, although that story seems apocryphal considering every photo agency got decent shots of them. Apparently, they only posed for a few seconds and then trotted away from photographers, only to be waylaid by her mortal enemy, stairs.
As for the Pucci dress? meh. I think it?s tacky-looking. I?m not a gold-on-black (vinyl?) hater in general, but put all of the elements of this dress together, and it?s a catastrophe. The nipple-grazing, the too-tight bodice, the mermaid skirt? all of it just ridic.
Jay looks alright though. But I like a man in a white dinner jacket.
Photos courtesy of Fame & WENN.
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| | Beyonce Knowles & Jay-Z: Met Ball Lovers | | Added 14 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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They?re always up for a high-profile shindig, and last night (May 2) Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z were spotted at the Costume Institute Gala?s Met Ball.
The ?Rule the World (Girls)? songstress and her ?Empire State of Mind? rapper hubby arrived at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City for the ?Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty? soiree and they both looked fabulous.
Beyonce donned an Emilio Pucci getup complete with gold embroidery and jet paillettes, while Jay opted for a black & cream tuxedo.
?Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty? acted as a tribute to the late designer with the opening of an exhibit featuring a number of his most fabulous creations, as curator Andrew Bolton said, "It?s meant to evoke a gothic fairy tale."
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They?ve been enjoying some well-deserved down time in Paris, France as of late, and earlier today (April 26) Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z were spotted gearing up to catch an outbound flight.
The ?Crazy in Love? songstress looked cute and casual as she made her way out of Le Meurice Hotel and headed off to the airport.
Once at Charles De Gaulle International Airport, Beyonce and Jay-Z made their way though the terminal and eased through the security checkpoint.
In career news, Beyonce is said to be gearing up for a duet with Rihanna. An insider told press, "Rihanna has wanted to work with Beyonce for some time now and, after talking about a duet at this year's Grammys, they have finally managed to set aside some time to record together.?
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| | Beyonce & Jay-Z's Romantic Parisian Stroll | | Added 14 years ago | Source: Celebrity Gossip |
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Taking a romantic stroll after grabbing a lunchtime bite to eat, Beyonce Knowles and Jay-Z were spotted back out together in Paris, France earlier today (April 25).
The power couple couldn't seem to keep their hands off of one another as they smiled and chatted during their loved-up midday walk.
Contrary to the recent buzz, the one thing the musical superstars won't be partaking in while on their European trip is performing at the Royal Wedding.
Rumors claimed that Prince William and princess-to-be Kate Middleton had personally requested their talents for their upcoming nuptials, but Buckingham Palace reps have revealed that "they are not performing."
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