iMusicDaily Exclusive Interview With Matty B at KIIS FM’s 2010 Jingle Ball

YouTube Star Matty B

iMusicDaily was on the red carpet for KIIS FM’s 2010 Jingle Ball Concert featuring Katy Perry, Selena Gomez, Taio Cruz, Far East Movement, Pauly D, Victoria Justice, and many more of your favorite pop stars. But, the biggest surprise of the night came when YouTube Star Matty B showed up and we snagged an exclusive interview with the rising young rapper from Georgia.

Matty B recounted his rise to YouTube fame with us and even gave us what video he’s working on next!

Check out our exclusive interview with Matty B –

For more on Matty B, check out http://www.youtube.com/mattybraps.

Rihanna’s New Single ‘Only Girls’ To Hit Radio September 14th!

First it was ‘Only Girls’, then it was ‘Cheers’, and now it’s back to ‘Only Girls’. Rihanna’s new single ‘Only Girls’ has an official release date. The single will hit radio September 14th, according to All Access!

Rihanna tweeted at Ryan Seacrest, “Soon! In less than 10 dayz ima send u sumn special, and ur gonna play it OVER and OVER, like I’m the only girl in the world!“

We can’t wait for Rihanna’s new single! Are you guys excited?

Rhianna Switches New Single To ‘Cheers’

As soon as news spread that Rihanna would be releasing a new single called ‘Only Girls’, it appears as though there’s been a change of plans. Rihanna’s new single will be called ‘Cheers’. According to Perez Hilton, “The song is said to be way more dancey and upbeat than her last album.”

Hopefully this is a good move for Rihanna.

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.

Travis Garland Performs Debut Single ‘Believe’ On American Idol

The hype surrounding newcomer Travis Garland seemingly came out of nowhere a few days ago when it was announced that he would be performing his debut single ‘Believe‘ on the American Idol results show this week. Leading up to his performance, we learned that Travis was a member of the boy band NLT, is currently signed to Geffen Records, and is being pushed by none other than Perez Hilton. Perez introduced Travis last night and claimed that Garland’s version of ‘Dead and Gone’, which you can check out on his Myspace page, is better than Justin Timberlake’s version. That sound-byte will certainly be taken out of context and used against him by the critics.

Check out Travis Garland’s debut performance of ‘Believe’ on American Idol –

Thoughts? Is Travis Garland an overnight pop sensation?

Artist To Watch: Travis Garland

Travis Garland just released his debut single ‘Believe’ yesterday and the internet is already buzzing. And you can expect to hear a lot more about Travis after he performs on this weeks American Idol results show.

Garland was a member of the former boyband, Not Like Them (NLT), and it was Garland’s Mypsace page that had previously caught Perez Hilton’s attention.

Perez says of Garland, “I think what’s really exciting about Travis is that he’ll appeal to the young girls that love Justin Timberlake and Justin Bieber, but he’s older and more mature so he’ll appeal to a broader audience.”

“I think he’s a great singer and a great dancer,” Hilton says, “and hot and young. But he’s a gifted songwriter too. I am involved on the management side and I’m involved on the label side. So I’m fully involved in him and fully believe in him.”

Check out Travis Garland’s debut single ‘Believe’ –

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Thoughts?

Simon Cowell Talks About His Potential Replacements On American Idol

Simon Cowell isn’t sure just yet who should replace him. Here’s what he had to say:

“I know Howard [Stern]‘s name has been in there for a while, but I’m fairly certain that there hasn’t been an approach at any time for Howard to do the show. Perez, he’d be funny. You know, he’s got good taste in music, he’s a personality. That could work…Now, Steve Lillywhite, the record producer? Is he handsome? You’ve got to be good-looking.

“Secondly, I think you’ve just got to know what you’re talking about. More and more now I’m starting to realize with these shows, that we have to put people on the shows that actually know what they’re talking about. Rather than guessing, they’ve really got to have experience, so that you can not just criticize, but you can actually offer constructive advice as well.”

Who do you think would be better, Perez Hilton or Howard Stern?

Perez Hilton To Form ‘Boy Band For The Next Generation’

Perez Hilton and renowned director Jamie King join forces with American Idol creator and Spice Girls Founder Simon Fuller to assemble The Boy Band for the Next Generation.

If you think you have what it takes, check out www.BoyBandSearch.com.

Auditions are being held online. Producers are seeking teenage boys between the ages of 13-21. Talent must be able to sing and dance. You will be required to submit an audition video online. For rules and requirements, visit www.BoyBandSearch.com.

Perez says, “I am beyond thrilled and honored to be working with Jamie King and Simon Fuller, both legends. We are looking for the best, brightest and boldest! This is a boy band unlike any other before. ALL of the members will sing. ALL of the members will dance. Finding our talented group won’t be easy, but the end result is going to be soooooooo worth it. I can hear the screaming girls already!”

“Now is the moment for the creation of a full-throttle, high-octane boy band! There’s a huge opportunity for the next generation of performers to create spectacle, both musically and physically, with kick-ass dance moves, amazing voices and mind-blowing concert skills,” says King.

Simon Fuller says, “I’m delighted to be working with Jamie and Perez. Boy bands have always been at the heart of pop culture with huge potential to excite a massive audience both here in the States and the rest of the world. With Jamie and Perez at the helm we have a real focus on what we are looking for. Together we will do everything to ensure that whoever is discovered becomes one of the most successful groups in recent years.”

Are boy bands trying to stage a comeback?

John Mayer Didn’t Kiss A Boy

John Mayer wants us to “get it straight,” he didn’t smooch another guy at a gay club.

The singer, 31, took to his Twitter page to clarify tumors.

“Rumor check: went to gay bar in Palm Springs, yes. Had a blast. Danced my face off,” he began. “Someone there planted a kiss on me? No.”

Somethings fishy here.

Mayer who once locked lips with celeb blogger Perez Hilton – then added, “I don’t like the story painting gays as unable to control themselves. Found the crowd even more respectful than in a straight club. You know who the most flamboyant crowd is? Straight, drunk girls. They’re like a bunch of little Charles Nelson Reillys.”

MTV Loves Perez Hilton Artist Sliimy

Looks like Perez Hilton’s first official artist on his newly formed label is gearing up to be a huge success.

Sliimy is EVERYWHERE! And MTV is the latest to fall in love with the artist.

Check out their review –

“Sliimy’s music has a sunny, literate charm, imbued with an innate tunefulness that shines through in his buoyant pop arrangements and lovely singing. All this buzz has resulted in Sliimy being nominated for an MTV Europe Music Award for Best French Artist (along with former Buzz On subject David Guetta). If you like Phoenix, Lily Allen or Mika, you need to find out who Sliimy is ASAP”.

Here is Sliimy’s debut single ‘Wake Up’ –

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