Contents of Michael Jackson’s Last Home Auctions for $1 Million

The contents of Michael Jackson’s final home went under the auction hammer this weekend, reaping three times pre-sale estimates for a total of close to $1 million.

Collectors bid on some 500 items from the home Jackson rented in Los Angeles while preparing for comeback concerts in London.

Among the highlights was a Victorian Revival-style bedroom suite that sold for $25,075. The set includes an armoire on whose ornate mirror the “Thriller” singer wrote a message in felt pen: “Train, perfection March April Full out May” — presumably a reference to rehearsals for London’s “This Is It” concerts set to start that July.

A pottery rooster holding a chalkboard with a note from Jackson’s children — Prince, Paris and Blanket — sold for $5,000.

“Anything associated with Michael Jackson is highly collectible,” auctioneer Darren Julien said in the lead-up to the auction.

The ornate headboard on the bed where Jackson’s body was found on June 25, 2009, was removed from the sale last month at the request of Jackson’s family.

New Artist Spotlight: Elina

Though Elina Wells established herself in the Los Angeles singer-songwriter scene, it is her Hawaiian heritage that influenced her upcoming sophomore solo release, Mesmerized. Elina learned to play the ukulele in middle school, and picked it back up in recent years, giving several songs on Mesmerized an island sound. It fits the album’s overall feel-good, energetic vibe.

Her career kicked off in 2006 with solo album Elina, which included Dream Like New York (co-written with husband Tyrone Wells). The song was featured in the animated film Everyone’s Hero, as well as the Mets promo for their World Series run and at the home games for the New York Knicks.

In 2009 Elina collaborated on an album with fellow singer-songwriter, Tamila Zahrndt, entitled Tamila and Elina. In 2010 Elina and Tyrone released a duet album entitled Different As Can Be, which went to #2 on the iTunes Singer-Songwriter Chart. Tyrone and Elina performed their duets live in front of large audiences across the country on Tyrone Wells’ Songs and Stories fall tour 2010 and on the Rock Boat and Cayamo cruises.

Elina’s CD Release show is this Friday at Room 5 Lounge. Here are the details:

Elina’s “Mesmerized” Album Release
Friday, April 1, 2011, 8:30pm
Room 5 (above Amalfi Restaurant)
143 North La Brea
2nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90036
http://www.room5lounge.com
$8 admission
($10 minimum purchase if sitting at tables)

Check out Elina’s music video for her new single ‘Brand New’ -

For more info on Elina, check out elinamusic.com.

Artist To Watch: Jared Lee

It only takes a couple of seconds to fall in love with a voice as rich and soulful as Jared Lee’s. For fans of The Script and OneRepublic, Jared Lee is an artist to watch closely.

Recently signed to a worldwide publishing deal with Chrysalis Music, Jared Lee just wrapped production on his debut album with producer Mike K (Nelly Furtado, Natasha Bedingfield). Armed with a stack of r&b infused pop-rock songs, Jared’s music is full of radio-ready anthemic choruses, soaring guitars, powerful drums, and highlighted with soulful vocals that cut right to the core. As the buzz continues to build on this rising star, expect to hear a lot more about this newcomer in the upcoming months.

Jared Lee is currently being featured by Clear Channel as the “Artist To Watch – Pop” on over 71 US Top40 radio websites.

Check out this footage taken at his Jan 9th, 2011 show at the famous Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles.

Jared Lee’s ‘It’s Over (Goodbye)’ is available on iTunes.

Check out Jared Lee on the web –
http://www.JaredLeeMusic.com
http://www.twitter.com/JaredLeeMusic
http://www.facebook.com/JaredLeeMusic
http://www.myspace.com/JaredLee

A Chance to Meet Justin Bieber Is Just One Click Away

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Proactiv® and Justin Bieber have teamed up to make one teenager’s dream come true (plus three of her friends) — a chance to win a trip to LA to meet the pop star himself at his Los Angeles concert.

Now through October 1, Bieber fans can log onto http://justin.proactiv.com to register for a chance to win a three-night luxury trip for four to Los Angeles, $1,000 spending money, a rental car to check out Los Angeles and, of course, a chance to see Justin live in concert and meet the teen superstar in person.

Fans that follow Proactiv on Twitter (@Proactiv) have another way to win. Simply tweet, “Proactiv may be sending me to LA for a Justin Bieber concert!” for a chance to win.

For three other lucky winners, $1,000 will be donated in their name to Justin’s favorite non-profit organization, Pencils of Promise. Plus, they’ll each receive a personally-autographed T-shirt from Justin himself. To top it off, all registrants could instantly win a Proactiv Trial Kit, complete with an autographed poster of Justin.

For additional contest details, visit http://justin.proactiv.com/sweepstakes/.

Lady Gaga Album Sales Reach 13 Million

During her show at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Lady Gaga was presented with a plaque to mark her incredible success. Lady Gaga has sold 13 million albums and 51 millions singles worldwide.

The anticipation is already building for her next album. Do you think it will have record breaking sales as well?

Sneak Peek: Zac Poor ‘Let’s Just Call It Heartbreak’

We’ve mentioned him before, followed his journey, sent you to his shows and now, thanks to fans like you, he’s breaking out. iMusicDaily caught up with Zac Poor at his recent show at the famous Hollywood music venue, Hotel Cafe.

Zac just released his debut single ‘She’ll Be Breaking Hearts’, which quickly rose to #2 on iheartradio.com and, because he’s so thankful for all of your support, Zac’s giving it away for FREE! Check out zacpoor.bandcamp.com to get your very own copy.

Zac’s EP ‘Let’s Just Call It Heartbreak’ was produced by Adam Anders, the music producer behind Fox’s Emmy nominated hit show ‘Glee’ and will be released on iTunes August 24th.

Check out some of the highlight’s from Zac’s show at Hotel Cafe –

For more info on Zac, check out myspace.com/zacpoor and follow Zac on Twitter @zacpoor.

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Zac Poor Live At The Mint In LA July 18th @ 8pm

Don’t miss your chance to check out rising pop star Zac Poor live at The Mint in LA on July 18th at 8pm!

Check out Zac’s debut single ‘She’ll Be Breaking Hearts’ –

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For more info on Zac, check out myspace.com/zacpoor and follow Zac on Twitter @zacpoor.

New Artist Spotlight: Cheyanne Welch

Taylor Swift opened the door for a lot of young female country singers, but I bet she never expected competition. Meet 14 year old rising country star Cheyanne Welch.

Cheyanne Welch, a California native, has been singing and performing since she was 3 years old, which comes as no surprise after we heard her debut single ‘Perfectly Imperfect’. Cheyanne was discovered by a Virgin Records representative at an event in Los Angeles when she was just 10 years old! Since then Cheyanne has made her way to Nashville and has her eyes set on the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Check out Cheyanne Welch’s single ‘Perfectly Imperfect‘ –

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For more info, check out www.myspace.com/perfectlyimperfect96

Miley Cyrus Rocks The House Of Blues

Miley Cyrus continued the promotional tour for her new album Can’t Be Tamed by performing an exclusive concert for MTV.

Miley performed several songs off of her new album and the show was broadcast in almost 160 countries by MTV.com.

iMusicDaily has always been a fan of Miley’s and we’re proud to see that she toned down the scandalous wardrobe and focused more on her vocals.

Check out Miley’s performances –

Can’t Be Tamed

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Who Owns My Heart

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Christina Aguilera Performs National Anthem At NBA Finals Again

Christina Aguilera may indeed be a good luck charm for the Lakers according to some fans. Aguilera performed the National Anthem at the last 2 games in which the Lakers won, bringing home the championship trophy for the fifth time.

Check out Christina’s performance of the National Anthem –

She sounded great. My only complaint is that the National Anthem is not a pop song. I’d rather hear her sing it as it was originally written without all of the vocal acrobatics. They’re too distracting, especially on the National Anthem.

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