Thats not to say this wasnt a worthy bunch of inductees. Little Anthony and the Imperials, Wanda Jackson (how was she not in the HoF already? ), Spooner Oldham, Bobby Womack, Elvis sidemen D.J. Fontana and Bill Black, Jeff Beck, Run-DMC, and Metallica all deserve their slots. But the ceremony itself was often tough to sit through. Things finally seemed like they might pick up when Eminem hit the stage to induct Run-DMC....
Rick James is coming, a crew member at a midtown Manhattan studio announces into his walkie-talkie. No, this isnt a seance. My videos usually suck, he says. Redmans videos are usually good, because he takes time. I dont be with all that costume s, unless were doing a comedy. Video shoots dont excite me. Everything else is just so plastic. Luckily, he got to log plenty of studio time with Redman forBlackout 2....
ThePowerspinoff on Starz is adding some more muscle: Method Man is joining the cast ofPower Book II: Ghost. The Grammy-winning rap star and member of Wu-Tang Clan will play lawyer David MacClean, described by Starz as brilliant, ethically challenged, and with a few secrets of his own Davis is drawn into our world on multiple axes, a world riddled with murder and drugs, where the only thing hes really addicted to is winning....
The award-winning author explains how she hopes the small screen adaptation helps open doors for Latin American talent. They also have a very heavy rainy season where things get pretty misty. And because this town was mined by the British it has an English cemetery which I visited. Credit: Martin Dee; Del Rey Mexican Gothichas a true start and ending point. Whether or not the Hulu seriesbeing produced byKelly RipaandMark Consueloswill dive into that is still unknown....
Shortly after the announcement, Hollywood Insider spoke with MGM CEO Harry Sloan about the details. EW: You must be delighted that this project is finally moving forward.HARRY SLOAN:Ecstatic. Can you talk about how this came together? Did this just happen overnight or the last few days?Well, you know, nothing happens overnight. We saw that take place over the last six months. I wouldnt say it was instant by any means....
Guess who else wasnt expecting Brooklyn psych-pop act MGMT to receive multiple Grammy nominations on Wednesday night? It was a complete surprise. Do you think you have a shot at winning? Credit: Jon Bergman ANDREW VANWYNGARDEN:My instinct would tell me that Black Eyed Peas will probably sweep everything. They, like, own the Grammys. I dont think the Black Eyed Peas have that going for them. The other category youre up for is Best New Artist....
God bless the digital age. Once you get over the initial shock of it, the announcement is…well, still pretty shocking. Then again, maybe we shouldnt be so surprised. But it has to happen organically. We need to talk about it. I cant call them. If they calledme, Id say, How did you get my number?. But Id do it. Looks like they called. And hey, why not? But whats next: Vampire Weekend opening for Bob Dylan?...
Michael Mannis trading oneVicefor another. Mann will also executive produce the crime-drama, which starsBaby Driver’sAnsel ElgortandGodzilla: King of the Monsters’Ken Watanabe. Elgort, who will also star inSteven Spielberg’sWest Side Storyremake, will star in the 10-episode series as Jake. Jason Merritt/Getty Images; Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images Tokyo Vice, based on a teleplay by EP J.T. Rogers, will begin production in Japan this February. Mann is one of the first big fish directors caught for the HBO Max platform....
When Bryan Stevenson (Michael B. Jordan) first comes to Monroe County Alabama, locals the white ones, at least keep telling him he needs to visit the museum dedicated to hometown hero Harper Lee andTo Kill a Mockingbird, as if thats all he needs to know about race and justice in the American South. It becomes a little bit of a punchline; one of not many inJust Mercy, a fact-based death-row drama that works as a blunt but effective instrument, thanks largely to its irrefutable message and the central performance ofJamie Foxxas Johnnie D....
He added, As much as Id love to play them all, I cant. Now, he can help change the media landscape and the content that gets released out into the world. He can now do for others what Coogler did for him. Credit: Richard Shotwell/Invision for Producer’s Guild of America Foundation/AP Images Richard Shotwell/Invision for Producer’s Guild of America Foundation/AP Images
For me, this was very intimidating at first. You see all of these beautiful performances up here? I hope this will change the narrative of how we see folks and how we see people. George Pimentel/Getty Images Larsoncostars as Eva Ansley, a state advocate who assists Stevenson with his work. I would go into the drudges for [Cretton] any time. But, really, the question was: Does Michael want me there?...
I wish we had more time." Jordan shared his lengthy statement on Monday. You showed me how to be better, honor purpose, and create legacy. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images Ill miss the gift of sharing space with you in scenes. Im dedicating the rest of my days to live the way you did. With grace, courage, and no regrets. ‘Is this your king!?’ Rest In Power Brother." The statement added, “It was the honor of his career to bring T’Challa to life inBlack Panther....
Pretend like were never having a third movie, so lets go for broke on the second one. I hate those cliffhangers! Lets just make this movie stand on its own. Credit: Armando Gallo / Retna I really feel this movie is not a forced sequel. There are a lot of rumors out there, but weve released a lot of fake stuff. Weve done a really good job of keeping things secret....
