Song Premiere; “LA Story” By Sammy Adams Featuring Mike Posner

May 15, 2013

Sammy Adams Featuring Mike Posner "LA Story" RCA Records

(Los Angeles, CA) – RCA Records singer, songwriter and producer Sammy Adams released his new single “LA Story” feat. Mike Posner. “LA Story” which was co-written by Adams along with Ryan Tedder, Noel Zancanella, Mike Posner and Oren Yoel will be available at all digital service provider on May 28^th. Check out the viral video for “LA Story” below

Says Adams, “LA Story embodies living life the way you want to and having success with it. Although I started in Boston, everyone strives to live their dreams, and Los Angeles is where I’m able to do that best at the moment. The song was inspired by all the places I’ve been and where I thankfully am today.”

Adams just wrapped up his spring national tour with T. Mills where he criss crossed the country performing to sold out crowds.

Adams is currently in the studio working on his debut RCA Records album coming later this year and recently co-wrote and was featured on Enrique Iglesias’ single “Finally Found You” which made it to the Top 10 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and was certified gold by the RIAA. Last summer, Adams premiered the official video for his explosive summer single, “Only One,” across VEVO.  The song was also featured as part of CBS’ promos for the 2013 NFL playoffs.

Late last year, Adams released OK Cool, his pre-album (mixtape) which featured a snippet of his track “All Night Longer,” now available for sale at all digital music providers. In early 2012, Adams debuted the music video for his first single, “Blow Up,” on VEVO and made his nationwide television debut on “Conan.”

Adams burst into the music scene in 2010, after releasing his breakthrough single “I Hate College” — a cheeky remix of Asher’s Roth’s “I Love College,” which he recorded in his dorm room at Trinity College in his home state of Connecticut. He then went on to independently release album Boston’s Boy shot to the top of the iTunes Hip-Hop/Rap chart on its first day out in March 2010, selling over 100,000 copies in the U.S after its release.

His independent viral videos have garnered millions of YouTube views, including “I Hate College” (7 M) and “Driving Me Crazy” (5.9 M). He has performed over 250 shows and sold out theatres across North America in the last year.  Adams has graced the stage at Lollapalooza, Bamboozle, Global Dance and has sold out shows at New York City’s Terminal 5 and Roseland Ballroom

Sammy Adams Featuring Mike Posner

“LA Story”

RCA Records

Backstreet Boys Announce A July 30th Release Of Their 8th Album “In A World Like This” On ABC’s “Good Morning America”

May 15, 2013

Backstreet Boys "In A World Like This"

Earlier this week the Backstreet Boys announced the details for their 20^th anniversary tour, now the week moves forward with more big Backstreet Boys news today! This morning the guys hit the studios of ABC’s Good Morning America in New York to give the premiere performance of one of their new songs,“Permanent Stain.” It is a track that will be found on the group’s eighth studio album, In A World Like This, due for release on July 30^th. BSB’s In A World Like This Tour will kick off on August 2^nd in Chicago. Tickets for the tour will go on sale officially on Friday, May 17^th. The first single off of In A World Like This will be the title track, and it scheduled forrelease on June 25^th. In a recent Clizbeats exclusive interview, Nick Carter discussed working with Max Martin on a “possible single”, we are thinking, that is the song he was referring to because it is said that it returns the group back to their roots. There is sure to be a whole lot more Backstreet Boys album info coming as the release date gets closer. Keep checking in with us at Clizbeats.com for more updates coming soon! Until then, enjoy the Boys’ awesome GMA performance

Backstreet Boys

“Permanent Stain”

From Good Morning America (May 15th 2013)

ABC

Backstreet Boys

In A World Like This Tour Video

THE GREAT GATSBY SOUNDTRACK DEBUTS AT NO. 2 ON BILLBOARD ALBUM CHART, SELLING 136,840 COPIES IN ITS FIRST WEEK

May 15, 2013

The Great Gatsby Soundtrack

May 15, 2013 — Santa Monica, CA — The Great Gatsby, the companion album to the Baz Luhrmann-directed movie of the same name, debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart this week, selling 136,840 copies and becoming the best-selling movie soundtrack since The Hunger Games. This is the third soundtrack from a Baz Luhrmann film to reach the top three, following William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet and Moulin Rouge!

The Great Gatsby had a very impressive opening in theaters this past weekend, taking in more than $50 million at the domestic box office.

Luhrmann stated, “It is enormously satisfying to have fans embrace both the movie and the soundtrack so completely.  Music was front and center in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s very beautiful and very modern novel, The Great Gatsby, and so we followed him in doing the same with this contemporary translation.  JAY Z, Anton Monsted, Jeymes Samuel and I had the benefit of working with some of today’s greatest artists on this film version of The Great Gatsby.  Blending modern-day music with the sounds of the Jazz Age had an immeasurable impact on the film, and I’m so pleased that the soundtrack is allowing audiences to enjoy the music long after they leave the theater.”

The first single is BRIT Award winner Lana Del Rey’s “Young and Beautiful,” which was written specifically for the film. Watch the video below.

Lana Del Rey

“Young And Beautiful”

From The Great Gatsby Soundtrack

Interscope Records

The album was produced by Baz Luhrmann and executive produced by Shawn “JAY Z” Carter, who is also an executive producer on the film, and features original new music from artists that span several genres, including rock innovators Florence + the Machine, The xx, Gotye, and Jack White, multi-platinum artists U2, Beyoncé, will.i.am, Fergie, and Jay Z himself, as well as newcomers Emeli Sandé and Quadron’s Coco O. Anton Monsted is the executive music supervisor.

Here’s what the critics have had to say about The Great Gatsby soundtrack:

“… Luhrmann uses music not simply as atmosphere or emotional punctuation but as a primary storytelling device, a means of putting the viewer in the world of his characters.” — The LA Times

“… musical roller coaster mixes electronica, hip-hop and rock with jazz-age sounds into a breathy, sexy, dangerous, electric result.” — The Washington Post

“The Great Gatsby features a stunning array of hip-hop royals, pop champs and de rigueur alternative rockers. Distilling the essence of the Jazz Age though never completely reflecting it, this soundtrack is as much an event as is the film that inspired it.” — NPR

“The Gatsby soundtrack seems, on the whole, to be an extraordinary melding of vintage and contemporary sounds, fulfilling Jay-Z and Luhrmann’s goal to ‘translate Jazz Age sensibilities’ into something that can speak to, and enchant, the modern listener.” … “Lana Del Rey’s ‘Young and Beautiful’ proves itself a sweeping and gorgeous ballad, ably evoking the romantic drama of Fitzgerald’s classic while taking full advantage of Del Rey as a no-brainer fit for this endeavor.” — Slant Magazine

Also available digitally is The Great Gatsby – The Jazz Recordings (A Selection of Yellow Cocktail Music from Baz Luhrmann’s Film The Great Gatsby), which features The Bryan Ferry Orchestra performing songs from and inspired by the film.

The Great Gatsby TV Commercial Featuring Jay-Z’s “100 Dollar Bill”

Bazmark Productions/Village Roadshow/Warner Bros Pictures

Beyonce Hinting At Pregnancy In “Epic” Movie Promotion? Take A Look!

May 14, 2013

Beyonce As Queen Tara In "Epic"

Beyonce is making headlines for having to cancel her concert in Belgium tonight.  According to a statement provided by her publicist, the 31-year-old singer has been advised by doctors to get some rest.  The rest is apparently needed because of “Dehydration and exhaustion.”  She is currently on her Mrs. Carter World tour. Her next show is tomorrow at the same arena. The statement says “she is awaiting word from her doctors before making a decision.”

This news comes on the heals of rumors reported by The New York Post that she’s pregnant with her second child.  Click here to read all about it.

Pregnant or not, it’s no wonder why Beyonce is so tired. She and her husband Jay-Z have been so busy that there has literally been something completely new to report on every week for months now.  The latest of these stories is about her involvement in the Blue Sky Studios’ animated feature, Epic. Beyonce plays Queen Tara, a mother nature-like character that is queen of the forest.  She is joined in the film by fellow music celebs, Pitbull and Steven Tyler. Pit plays a toad, and Tyler plays a caterpillar.

Beyonce has provided the film’s theme song as well. The tune called “Rise Up” was written with Australian alternative/Pop performer Sia.  An original score composed by Danny Elfman will accompany it.  “Rise Up” will be released through Columbia Records. The film’s complete soundtrack is said to be released by the Sony Classics, division of Sony Pictures.

Epic is set to hit theaters on May 24^th.  We’ve collected a bunch of media related to it for you to enjoy below. Take notice that during her Epic interview with Good Morning America, Beyonce says, “I would like more children.”  Could it be that she’s hinting at the pregnancy in her own way?  Only time will tell. Check out the interview below and see what you think.

Beyonce’s Talks About Her “Epic”Movie Role And Parenthood

From: Good Morning America

ABC News

Epic – Beyoncé Knowles Kids’ Choice Awards Featurette

Epic (Trailer)

Blue Sky Studios/20th Century Fox

MINDLESS BEHAVIOR TO EMBARK ON ALL AROUND THE WORLD TOUR WITH OMG GIRLZ AND COCO JONES

May 14, 2013

Mindless Behavioe

Teen R&B/Pop sensation, Mindless Behavior (Streamline/Conjunction/Interscope), will treat their fans to a 26 city tour—just in time for summer. Their much anticipated All Around The World tour will kick off on July 3^rd in Stockton, CA. The announcement follows the March release of their docu-movie and duly-titled sophomore album.

All Around The World serves as the second headlining tour for the ever-busy quartet—comprised of members Prodigy, Ray Ray, Roc Royal, and Princeton. No strangers to the stage, Mindless’ tour resume ranges from opening for superstars Janet Jackson and Justin Bieber, to top billing on 2011’s Scream Tour. In 2012 they headlined the #1 Girl Tour in promotion of their debut album.

This summer’s tour will feature a longer set, incorporating some of the group’s latest hits, including lead single “Keep Her on the Low” and fan favorite “All Around The World.” Opening acts include fellow teen stars The OMG Girlz (“Gucci This (Gucci That?)”) and Coco Jones (“Holla At the DJ”).

Aside from their pair of releases, Mindless Behavior have had an extremely active 2013. They recently lent their dance skills to WAT-AAH!’s Move Your Body 2013 campaign and PSA—a youth focused initiative which aims to improve kids’ health through physical activity. Just prior, the group joined Katy Perry and Usher in Washington D.C. to perform at the Kids Inaugural concert for children and military families on January 19, 2013.

Grab your Mindless Behavior Glo In The Dark Bracelet at MindlessFlashMob.com and be a part of The Mindless in-venue flash mob experience. Tickets for the All Around The World tour are on sale now.

www.mindlessbehavior.com.

Wed. Jul. 3         Stockton, CA                      Bob Hope Theatre

Fri. Jul. 5               Oakland, CA                       Paramount Theatre

Sat. Jul. 6             Los Angeles, CA                Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE

Tue. Jul. 9            Kansas City, MO               The Midland by AMC

Wed. Jul. 10        St Louis, MO                       Peabody Opera House

Fri. Jul. 12            Portsmouth, VA               nTelos Wireless Pavilion

Sat. Jul. 13           New York, NY                    Beacon Theatre

Sun. Jul. 14          Greensboro, NC               Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center

Wed. Jul. 17        Columbia, SC                      Township Auditorium

Thu. Jul. 18          Birmingham, AL                BJCC Concert Hall

Fri. Jul. 19            Southaven, MS                 Landers Center

Sat. Jul. 20           Atlanta, GA                         Fox Theatre

Thu. Jul. 25          Baltimore, MD                   Pier Six Concert Pavilion

Fri. Jul. 26            Washington D.C.              DAR Constitution Hall

Sun. Jul. 28          Philadelphia, PA               Mann Center

Fri. Aug. 2            Detroit, MI                          Fox Theatre

Sat. Aug. 3           Chicago, IL                           Arie Crown Theater**

Sun. Aug. 4         Milwaukee, WI                 Milwaukee Theatre

Thu. Aug. 8         Augusta, GA                       The Bell Auditorium

Fri. Aug. 9            Jacksonville, FL                  Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts Moran Theater

Sat. Aug. 10        Miami, FL                             James L. Knight Center

Sun. Aug. 11       Tampa, FL                            Straz Center for the Performing Arts**

Thu. Aug. 15       Mobile, AL                          Mobile Civic Center

Fri. Aug. 16          New Orleans, LA              UNO Lakefront Arena

Sat. Aug. 17        Dallas/Grand Prairie, TX Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie**

Sun. Aug. 18       Houston, TX                       Reliant Arena

**Coco Jones Not Performing

Watch Jason Derulo: The Untold Story Tonight on E! at 10/9c (Preview Here!)

May 14, 2013

"Jason Derulo: The Untold Story" The E! Network Tonight at 10/9c.

The E! Network is airing Jason Derulo: The Untold Story tonight. It is a special that provides an in depth discussion about him fracturing a vertebra in his neck last year, and the journey he had to go through in order to rebound physically, and return to making hit music.  As you will see in the preview, his longtime girlfriend, former American Idol and current RCA Records recording artist Jordin Sparks joins Jason to talk about how the two made it through this very scary time in Jason’s life.  Check it out on E! tonight at 10/9c.

While you’re waiting, check out the music video to his comeback hit “The Other side.” It is quickly becoming a big hit. Great to see you doing so well Jason! Preview the special below.

Jason Derulo: The Untold Story (Promo Clip)

E!

Jason Derulo

“The Other Side”

Beluga Heights/Warner Bros Records

Cee Lo Green & Adam Levine Hard At Work on their “Must See TV”

May 13, 2013

Adam Levine With Cee Lo Green

Cee Lo Green may be taking a break from his coaching duties on The Voice, but not from TV.  The “Forget You” singer has just announced that TBS has ordered 6 episodes of what is tentatively being called The Cee Lo Life. It is an Unscripted show that will follow Green as he juggles the schedule of his growing career.  Part of that schedule is said to include his work related to the Goodie Mob reunion. It is expected to hit the air in 2014.

“With his distinctive voice, winning personality and remarkable ability to tap into a wide range of musical styles, Cee Lo Green has risen to the top of the music industry,” reads a statement from Michael Wright, President, head of programming for TBS, TNT and Turner Classic Movies. “This new TBS series will give viewers the chance to get to know Cee Lo Green, who is without a doubt one of the hardest-working men in show business. The Cee Lo Life is certain to be a smart, fun and funny journey packed with a lot of great music.”

Green, and fellow Voice coach/Maroon 5 front man, Adam Levine have already announced that they are working on separate program development deals with NBC.   Adam and his creative partner Jordan Feldstein have been given the go ahead by Paul Telegdy, NBC’s president of alternative and late night programming, to develop scripted programming, and other forms of programming.  According The Hollywood Reporter, Cee Lo has been at work with the team from Happy Madison Productions on his own NBC sitcom.  For more specifics on that coverage and what to expect, click here.

While we all wait on this “must see TV,” check out Maroon 5’s new single called “Love Somebody.”  Adam Levine and Nathaniel Motte wrote the track.  Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic, and Noel Zancanella produced it.  We really do dig it, and we’re betting you will too. Check it out below.

Perhaps you’ll want to use it to set a high-energy mood when watching The Voice this tomorrow.  NBC is really bringing there A game.  In addition to their competition recently becoming the genre’s leading show, the network is pulling out all the stops by inviting our buddy Robin Thicke to perform his latest hit “Blurred Lines” with Pharrell Williams and T.I.  If they invite the girls from the now infamous music video that truly will be “must see TV.” Cheers.

Maroon 5

“Love Somebody”

From: Overexposed

Octone A&M/Interscope Records

Related Media

Robin Thicke Featuring Pharrell Williams & T.I.

“Blurred Lines” (Explicit)

Star Trak/Interscope Records

Backstreet Boys Announce Details For Their “In A World Like This” Tour!

May 13, 2013

Backstreet Boys

Our friends the Backstreet Boys have announced the details for their upcoming 20^th anniversary tour today! The guys will be hitting the road with Pop star/actor, Jesse McCartney and Jersey Shore’s DJ Pauly D as opening acts. The brand new tour, now being called In A World Like This will kick off on August 2^nd in Chicago. Tickets for the shows featuring all 5 members of the group will go on sale this Friday, May 17^th! For a list of tour dates and venue details, click here! Also for the latest on the upcoming Backstreet Boys album and documentary, check out our recent Clizbeats.com exclusive with Nick Carter here!

Mark Ballas Releases Video Announcing New Music Leading To The Debut of His First Studio Album

May 13, 2013

Mark Ballas

Mark Ballas, the popular, Emmy-nominated dancer and choreographer known for his role on 12 seasons of ABC’s Hit Series “Dancing with the Stars,” highlights his singing, songwriting and guitar playing in a new video released recently announcing new music that he is working on as he plans for a debut full solo production album. The tease of this new music from the yet-untitled album from this multi-faceted performer falls on the heels of his recent major deal signing with publishing powerhouse BMG. Ballas has been packing shows, entertaining industry VIPs and fans alike with his new music at Los Angeles’ popular The Sayers Club every Monday following his performances on “Dancing with the Stars,” and will continue to do so into the summer.

“The video is a trailer for what you can be expecting at a live show or when the album is finally complete,” says Ballas. “I think it gives you a really clear taste of what’s to come. All of this work will lead to my first full studio production album where I get to show my true style and musical direction.”

In the video, Ballas explains his passion for writing and performing music: “I had a very musical family growing up and they’re just really supportive. It’s something that as soon as I started applying myself and becoming dedicated to, I never wanted to stop.”

Mark Ballas Music Trailer

Working with such producing heavyweights as producers from Timbaland’s camp including Wizz Dumb and Jim Beanz, as well as the Stereotypes and doing co-writes with the likes of Jozzy, BC Jean and Clarence Coffee, Jr., Ballas demonstrates the breadth of his musical passion and abilities with sounds that fuse funk with flamenco and international pop, highlighted by big rhythmic beats.

“As a guitar player, a lot of my stuff has that percussive, rhythmic type of feel that flamenco has,” says Ballas in the video.

Classically trained on the flamenco guitar, and playing music since the age of nine, Ballas has been focused on preparing for this full production studio album for several years. In his more than 15 years as a musician and dancer, Ballas has developed a powerful stage presence and impeccable showmanship comparable to that of a veteran musician. Ballas has recently been praised for these talents, having earned the recognition of “Artist to Watch,” by Clear Channel in 2011 and more recently opening for Robin Thicke for two shows, earning standing ovations at these appearances. This year, Ballas sold out Los Angeles’ famed The Troubadour and later shared the stage with The Black Eyed Peas Band at will.i.am’s “TRANS4RM” Pre-GRAMMY Party, alongside Estelle, Ludacris, Bobby Brown, Alicia Keys and will.i.am, who also performed that night. Most recently, Ballas performed a high-energy acoustic set at the Chevy Tweet House at the popular SXSW music festival.

Clearly influenced by the likes of such eclectic artists as Michael Jackson, John Mayer, Prince, Gypsy Kings and Paco De Lucia, Ballas provides high-energy live performances – his movement on stage a reflection of his acclaimed dance background. Backed by a 7-piece band made up of a 3-piece horn section, a keyboardist, bassist, guitarist and drummer with Ballas on guitar and lead vocals, he has put together a band with some of the most talented, respected and highly regarded musicians in the industry.  These tremendous talents have some incomparable credits that include having performed for or shared stages with the likes of legendary acts that include Prince, Stevie Wonder, Sting, James Brown, Robin Thicke, Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Lopez, John Mayer, Michael Buble, Usher, CeeLo, Josh Groban, Willie Nelson, Dave Matthews Band, Christina Aguilera, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin and many more.

Born in Houston to a family of international dance stars and musicians, Ballas moved to London as a child, where he attended the world-renowned Italia Conti Performing Arts School and graduated with honors. Here, he was required to not only dance, but to also sing, act and play an instrument. He began playing the guitar at the age of nine, training in classic flamenco, and by the age of 12 he was writing and performing his own music, playing guitar, drums and bass. His years of training paid off, as he’s currently a Martin Guitars ambassador and an official Kremona Guitars artist.

“Mark Ballas is a true showman – he owns the stage,” said Manager Rebecca Lambrecht, Chicane Group. “I can’t wait for the masses to see what he’s all about.”

Selena Gomez Celebrates Her Growing Family!

May 13, 2013

Selena Gomez & Her Mom Mandy Teefey

It was a big Mother’s Day for Selena Gomez and her family this past weekend.  The Pop star posted a picture of her and her very pregnant mother Mandy Teefey to Twitter.  It appears that this was her way of announcing, or at least reminding her followers that she’s getting ready to have a little sister.  So far her fans have been greatly supportive, offering many well wishes.  We’d like to take a moment to do the same.

We’d like to wish many blessings to you and your growing family Selena.  It’s always nice to read great news like this in an artist’s personal life!  Best of luck on being an awesome big sister!

Selena released the music video to her new single “Come & Get it” last Tuesday.  It is part of her upcoming 2013 release, Stars Dance. Check it out below.

Selena Gomez

“Come & Get It”

From: Stars Dance

Hollywood Records