Artist To Watch: Orianthi

Check out this chick from down under!

Orianthi, a 24 year old Australian guitar prodigy, has already shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the music business and now it’s her turn to step into the spotlight with the upcoming release of her debut album Believe.

She has performed with Santana, Carrie Underwood, and Steve Vai, but nothing compares to being handpicked by the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson, to play lead guitar for what would have been his This Is It tour.

Her debut single ‘According To You’ is a feisty, upbeat pop-rock anthem that will have you singing along as soon as you hit the chorus. It’s catchy as hell! I’m sure there are a few female pop stars who wish this could have been their single.

Check out ‘According To You’ –

According To You – Orianthi

Band To Watch: The Temper Trap

While at a taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live last week, we discovered a band that you ought to know.

The Temper Trap, from Melbourne, Australia, are currently scoring a huge hit in the UK with their first single, ‘Sweet Disposition.’ The song peaked at #6 on the UK Single Charts last week.

The Temper Trap, lead by frontman Dougy, have been writing and touring Australia, catching the ears of many, including world renowned producer Jim Abiss who made the journey to melbourne to assist the Temper Trap in delivering their debut record. With a series of epic new tracks set for release on their much anticipated debut album, the band has conquered adventurous new territory, building on their rich foundations in a natural progression. Legendary Artic Monkey’s and Kasabian Producer Jim Abiss flew over to Melbourne to be at the helm. The Results of this brilliant new evolution in sound will persuasively draw you in. The Temper Trap have undeniably delivered.

Watch the video for ‘Sweet Dispositon’ –

Jordin Sparks Covers Katy Perry’s ‘Hot ‘N Cold’

Former American Idol Jordin Sparks performed a cover of the Katy Perry smash single “Hot ‘N Cold” live at BBC Radio 1′s Lounge.

Muse, Lily Allen Top Big Day Out Lineup

British alternative rock trio Muse, pop artist Lily Allen and returning local heroes Powderfinger are booked to play the 2010 Big Day Out festival tour of Australia and New Zealand.

Others confirmed by organizers the line-up includes British electronica acts Groove Armada and Calvin Harris, swaggering Brit rockers Kasabian, alt-rock band the Horrors, rapper Dizzee Rascal and rising local artists Ladyhawke, Lisa Mitchell and the Temper Trap. But there was no space on today’s announcement for David Bowie, who had been widely tipped by bloggers to show down under for an acoustic performance.

Now entering its 18th run, the Big Day Out is the largest outdoor music event of its kind in Australia. Attendance for the six-date 2009 edition reached 263,054, down slightly from the all-time peak of 282,692 for the 2008 tour.

The BDO 2010 kicks off Jan. 15 at Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium, before moving on to venues at the Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and concluding Jan. 31 at Perth’s Claremont Showground. Tickets will be priced at $140 Australian ($100) for the Australian dates and $132 New Zealand ($92) for the Auckland event.

I don’t know, this lineup seems pretty mediocre. What do you think?

Behind The Scenes: Jordin Sparks Tour With Jonas Brothers

Former American Idol winner Jordin Sparks is currently on tour with the Jonas Brothers. GMTV recently ran this behind the scenes look at Jordin while on tour. Check it out to see what she’s wearing, what she’s performing, and what Joe Jonas dressed up as for rehearsal.

Beyoncé’s Down Under

Less than a week after her incredible VMA performance, Beyoncé was spotted half way around the world in Sydney, Australia on Saturday where she is currently on tour.

Looking good as always, B!

Natalie Imbruglia Releases Comeback Single, “Want”

Ramsay Street’s second most famous daughter has a rather spiffing comeback single, ‘Want‘. Yep – Natalie Imbruglia looks set to emerge from the pop wilderness with a bang if this edgy new track is anything to go by – let’s hope her fourth studio album ‘Come To Life’ delivers more of the same. WAPS is loving ‘Want’’s urgent sound, which is quite a departure from the adult-contemporary sound of her last major hit, 2005’s ‘Shiver’.

‘Want’ is released in the UK on 28th September, followed by ‘Come To Life’ on October 5th. Welcome back, Natalie!

Do you think the “Torn” singer will have success with this new single??

Lady Gaga’s Vagina Is Offended

Lady Gaga was on an Brisbane morning radio show answering questions, yet again, about her genitalia.

In typical Gaga fashion, she handled the situation with poise and confidence.

When asked, “where are we at the tiny penis issue right now, Lady Gaga?” She responded, “My beautiful vagina is very offended. I’m not offended — my vagina is offended.”

When asked if she was embarrassed by the rumors, she went on to say, “I’ve sold four million records in six months. I’m not embarrassed about anything.”

Touché! Point well made, Gaga.

Now can we put these silly rumors to rest once and for all?

Lady Gaga Addresses Hermaphrodite Rumors

Radio DJs on The Matt and Jo Show in Melbourne, Australia just had to mention the incident where Gaga’s skirt flew up at a show, revealing an odd bump in her costume, and the “Poker Face” singer was less than amused.

“You know what, it’s just too lowbrow for me to even discuss,” she replied when asked about the incident. After the DJs pressed her to clarify that she had ever acknowledge it, she sighed through a displeased explanation.

“I’ve made fun of it it before, to even talk about it is just ridiculous,” she added. “I’m an accomplished musician and I’d much rather talk about my fans and my music than a silly rumor.”

Pink The Underdog

”I’m the constant underdog in America. It’s been this constant fight to prove I have some kind of talent.”

-Pink on her sold out Australian Tour

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