The "Best Pop Vocal Album" category has always been highly-anticipated at the Grammy Awards and 2011 appears to be no different. The nominees this year are Justin Bieber ("My World 2.0"), Susan Boyle ("I Dreamed a Dream"), Lady Gaga ("The Fame Monster"), John Mayer ("Battle Studies") and Katy Perry ("Teenage Dream").
Before applying, Murphy had never watched the show before. He was selected to compete on his first try.
Of all the competing categories in the Grammy Awards, it is Best New Artist that is the most highly anticipated—and controversial.
Girl Talk (aka Greg Gillis) delivered his mash-up virtuosity to a sold-out crowd at Montclair's Wellmont Theatre. The show marked the final date in his four-month tour, although Gillis will return to the road on Feb. 24 to kick off another slew of shows.
Among the multitude of awards given out at the 53rd Grammy Awards, one of the most prestigious awards, Record of the Year, will be won by a deserving artist. The category has been awarded since 1959, with recent winning records that include "Rehab" by Amy Winehouse, "Use Somebody" by Kings of Leon and "Here We Go Again" by Ray Charles and Norah Jones.
As a longstanding tradition celebrating the Chinese New Year, China Night is an opportunity for students to learn about Asian culture. The event will begin at 7 p.m. in the Jubilee Hall auditorium with instrumental and dance performances from Seton Hall students, The King's Arts and Dance Studio and Ziran Martial Arts. Asian cuisine will be prepared by the Chinese Student Association.
Besides football, the Super Bowl is known – even infamous – for its halftime show. In 2004, the country was abuzz over the notorious Janet Jackson scandal. The result was six Super Bowls with only performances featuring artists from older generations; that was, until now.
At some point or another in childhood, you may have thought about what it would be like to don a costume and venture into the night to fight crime like your favorite comic book heroes.
Seven years ago, Arthur "Ace" Enders was on top of the indie rock world.
Think back to your high school days. What were they like? Maybe there were a few parties, fights, scandals and other dramatic moments that essentially define adolescence. Mostly, though, you were probably living a very scheduled life: class, work or sports, homework and sleep – and maybe some room for food in between.
If you are looking for a show with adrenaline, an exotic location, medical drama and a hot cast, flip to ABC every Wednesday night at 10 p.m. to watch "Off the Map."
Thomas Mallon's new book, "Yours Ever: People and their Letters," is a sophisticated telling of several short histories, punctuated by the correspondences of those who lived them out. Though frustrating at times in the briefness of these letters, Mallon's book provides a look into the lives of many figures in history and literature.
The horror genre is notorious for producing films that snatch audiences from the monotony of everyday life and drag them into a macabre world. The most disturbing films, however, blur the line between fantasy and reality, making viewers question whether what they watched was merely an invention of screen-writers and directors.
Audiences were treated to several excellent performances last weekend as the Celtic Theater Company came together in the theater in the round for the fifth annual Saints & Sleuths program. Hosted by the Center for Catholic Studies and the G.K. Chesterton Institute for Faith and Culture, Saints & Sleuths is a collection of dramatic readings adapted by John Dandola and Dr. James McGlone and performed by the distinguished members of the Celtic Theater Company.
Only the phrase "pure genius" can describe the "The Green Hornet." The film's debut on Jan. 14 left a competitive start from its rivals according to box office data base website The Numbers.
Being overweight is nothing new for many teens in America. Obesity is an issue that is growing at an alarmingly fast rate.
In the cold winter months, it is more than tempting to simply throw on the most comfortable sweatshirt, sweatpants and slip into a pair of Uggs. While this look may keep you warm and snug, it is not the most attractive style to sport.
All summer, "American Idol" fans across the country waited impatiently for the hit show to announce the new panel of judges for its 10th season. On Jan.19, the new season of "American Idol" premiered with its two new judges, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and singer/actress/entrepreneur Jennifer Lopez.
Natalie Portman has to be enjoying her time on top of Hollywood.
The "indie-pop" genre often conjures images of an emaciated singer in an ugly sweatshirt, singing sugary pop songs in an off-kilter voice. That annoying Hyundai Sonata commercial featuring Pomplamoose's (yes, that's their name) take on "Jingle Bells" encapsulates the good and bad aspects of the genre: it is original, sometimes annoying and altogether harmless.
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