Scott Shetler is a Chicago-based freelance writer whose words can be found on PopCrush, Diffuser and other music, pop culture and travel websites. He has interviewed a wide range of artists, from Anthony Kiedis to Weird Al Yankovic and from Amanda Palmer to Taylor Hanson. He freely acknowledges an inexplicable obsession with the music of cheesy ‘80s pop duo Air Supply.
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‘Idol’ Judges Mariah Carey + Nicki Minaj Were Originally Set to Join ‘The Voice’
The new divas of 'American Idol,' Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, were about to pledge their allegiance to 'The Voice' before 'Idol' came calling. Us magazine reports that the superstars were originally considering taking temporary chairs on 'The Voice' for one season.
Carly Rae Jepsen Dishes on ‘Friendly’ Justin Bieber Collaboration
Carly Rae Jepsen and Justin Bieber team up on the duet 'Beautiful' on Jepsen's latest album, 'Kiss,' which hits stores tomorrow (Sept. 18.) What does 'Beautiful' sound like? Jepsen herself describes the tune as, "charming, friendly and hopefully feel-good."
Adele’s Pregnancy Inspires Her to Take ‘Lighter’ Approach to Third Album
Adele's '21' was a massive worldwide success, despite its heavy lyrical content about breakups and failed relationships. Now pregnant with her first child, Adele is planning for her next album to be much "lighter," according to an Us magazine source.
Rihanna + Taylor Swift Lead 2012 MTV Europe Music Award Nominations
It's girl power at the 2012 MTV Europe Music Awards, where Rihanna and Taylor Swift lead the pack of nominees, with Lady Gaga, Carly Rae Jepsen, Lana Del Rey and Katy Perry also scoring multiple nods.
Nelly Furtado Previews ‘Parking Lot’ Video
Nelly Furtado didn't have to think hard when it came to figuring out a concept for the third video from her 'The Spirit Indestructible' album. Teaser footage from the 'Parking Lot' video features the singer and a group of backup dancers taking over a gritty parking lot full of unique automobiles.
‘Glee’ Clips: Watch More ‘The New Rachel’ Promos Starring Kate Hudson
Guest star Kate Hudson's character Cassandra puts Rachel in her place and shows off her musical talent in promos for tonight's season premiere episode of 'Glee' called 'The New Rachel.'
Rihanna to Drop Seventh Studio Album in November
There's no slowing down Rihanna! She's about to drop her seventh studio album in November, with a new single coming perhaps as early as next week, according to a report by Idolator, which discovered the details by way of an accidental leak from RiRi's French record label.
Adele Hits Abbey Road Studios to Record Theme Song for James Bond Movie ‘Skyfall’
There were rumors of Adele recording a James Bond theme song going back to last year, but now The Sun is offering some of the strongest proof yet that the songstress may be contributing music to the latest 007 flick, 'Skyfall.'
Hear Pink’s Rock Song With Eminem, ‘Here Comes the Weekend’
Pink's latest collaboration with Eminem has leaked, and it turns out her description of the track as an “alternative club banger” was dead-on. Despite featuring one of hip-hop music's biggest names, 'Here Comes the Weekend' is actually one of the harder-rocking songs we've heard from Pink in a long time.
Selena Gomez + Shakira Among ‘Most Dangerous’ Celebs
Virus alert! If you're searching online for pictures of Selena Gomez or Shakira, be careful which websites you click on. Both singers are among the "most dangerous" celebrities to search for, according to a security company that tracks which sites are infected with malware, spam and viruses.
Pink Gushes About Her Baby Daughter, Meets U.S. Gymnasts on ‘Ellen’
Pink gushed about her baby daughter Willow today during an appearance on 'Ellen,' where the singer reacted to seeing a cute photograph of her 15-month-old with a snarling compliment that only makes sense coming from Pink: "I will eat her face!"
Khloe Kardashian Now the Favorite to Land ‘X Factor’ Hosting Job
Of all the wannabe hosts who completed screen tests for 'X Factor,' none won over the show's producers like Khloe Kardashian, who is now the favorite to win the hosting job, according to TMZ (via ScreenCrush).