Vinyl resurgence as downloads kill CDs

Daft Punk’s album Random Access Memories was one of the biggest selling vinyl releases in Australia last year. Picture: supplied
Source: AP

AUSTRALIAN music fans downloaded more albums than they bought physically in 2013 for the first time since iTunes launched here in 2005.

And while Australians bought more digital albums than actual CDs in 2013, hipsters and audiophiles are leading a vinyl resurgence with LP sales up a whopping 77 per cent.
Daft Punk’s Random Access Memories was one of the most sought-after vinyl releases last year.
The annual ARIA wholesale report discovered we finally caught up with the rest of the world in buying albums online even though there was a small drop in the volume of single tracks downloaded.

Top of the charts … Daft Punk helped spearhead a vinyl revival in Australia last year. Picture: Matt Sayles/Invision
Source: AP

ARIA CEO Dan Rosen said hardcore music consumers here had clung to the “physical manifestation” of their fandom.
While vinyl releases are generally bundled with a code which allowed the fan to also download it, the black plastic is enjoying a renaissance as culturally cool.
Audiophiles who bristle at the compression of digital files prefer the warm, lush crackle of the record.
“You take your music around on your mobile device during the day and impress your friends at night by playing records,” Rosen said.
“People like to check out someone’s vinyl collection to work out what sort of person you are and you would have to steal their phone to do that via playlists.
“We found most of the vinyl sales were for new releases rather than heritage reissues and Daft Punk’s record was very big on vinyl.”
Artists who have protested the minuscule royalties returned by streaming will not be heartened by ARIA’s figures which show revenue from services such as Spotify and Pandora doubled to $ 20.9 million last year.
A recent leaked report of the rates paid by on-demand digital music platforms and subscription services estimated Spotify pay as little as $ 0.00521 per stream.
Australian labels lost almost 12 per cent of their recorded music revenue last year in a “transition period” which provoked new artist deals to leverage income from tours, merchandise and sync deals with television and film.
“Overseas we have seen it takes a couple of years for streaming services to grow financially but it was momentous that digital sales overtook physical last year,” Rosen said.

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Lea Michele Presents Louder to Fans

Beyond excited to bring her music to the masses, Lea Michele held an album playback and Q&A for Louder on Wednesday (February 26).
The “Glee” star looked chic in a white top, black blazer, and black leather pants as she posed for pics in the studio.

Sharing images from the event, the 27-year-old star tweeted, “Great night last night at @PulseRecording for my #LOUDER listening session w/ @AnnePreven!”
As previously reported by GossipCenter, on Thursday her song “If You Say So” hit the web, a song that gave us all an insight into her relationship with her late boyfriend, Cory Monteith.

Enjoy the pictures of Lea Michele at her album playback for Louder (February 26).

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Kerry Washington: Everyone Should Embrace Their Imperfections!

She’s known for her flawless acting talents and keen red carpet fashion sense, but even Kerry Washington admits she has a few insecurities.
During a recent interview with Doobop.com’s Jodie Patterson, the “Scandal” star revealed she wouldn’t be as beautiful without the imperfections.

When Miss Patterson declared how “perfect” she was, Miss Washington quickly stated, “I think you’re wrong! I think it looks that way. But the reality is we all have nerves and moments of insecurity…”
She continued, “But if I said to myself that I’m only going to show up, or speak or be visible when I’m perfect, I would never get out of bed. I [show up] to be of service and to be used for something greater. It’s about knowing what I am in this moment is what I need to be, and going for it. The ‘imperfections’ are actually a gift.”
Also discussing her ultimate beauty secrets, Kerry explained, “I came into beauty and fashion much later in life – like after college and when I had to walk red carpets. I became a student of fashion and beauty, I want to soak in those relationships to understand and be informed. Even now, when I go to fashion shows and look at the clothing, hair and makeup, it’s like going to an opening at the Met or a Broadway show. It’s a moment to take in artistry.”
“It took me forever to allow my makeup artist to do bright red lips! Sometimes it takes someone saying to you, ‘Do you know how beautiful your lips are? You should try wearing red lipstick.”
“You can learn how to embrace your own unique beauty, celebrate your unique gifts and then have confidence around them,” she added.


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Rosie Huntington Whiteley: Black-And-White Beauty for Paris Fashion Week

Enjoying all the festivities for the exciting fashion exhibition, Rosie Huntington Whiteley stepped out in Paris, France on Thursday morning (February 27).
The British super model looked lovely in a black-and-white plaid jacket with matching pumps and leggings as she casually made her way over to the next event for Paris Fashion Week.

In related news, Rosie is getting ready for the Vogue Fashion Festival, as it was just announced she will be participating in the exciting fashion-forward event.
Taking to Twitter to pump up her fans, the 26-year-old shared, “@RosieHW and @KarlieKloss will be teaming up at this year’s #VogueFestival – have you bought your ticket yet?”

Enjoy the pictures of Rosie Huntington Whiteley out for Paris Fashion Week (February 27).


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Katy Perry & John Mayer: It’s Over!

They’ve always had a tumultuous relationship and now it seems Katy Perry and John Mayer have called it quits on their romance once again.
While details are still scarce, an inside source told E! News that the “Roar” songstress kicked her “No Such Thing” beau to the curb over the course of the past week.

To that end, John didn’t accompany Katy to London and Milan earlier this month despite earlier rumors of a secret engagement.
Perry guest sang on Mayer’s single “Who You Love,” and the two really seemed to have moved past their on/off tendencies.
In a previous interview, Katy gushed, “I’ve been a fan of John’s for years before I got to actually kiss him. I’ve been such a fan, I think he’s so incredibly talented and gifted and a genius songwriter. So to be a part of anything he was doing was just natural.”

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Alec Baldwin Says Goodbye To Public Life & Gives His Opinion on Shia LaBeouf in New York Magazine

He’s dealt with loads of drama over the past year due to his infamous tweets and apparent “gay bashing,” but now Alec Baldwin is ready to clear the air in his very own tell-all letter.
In the latest issue of New York Magazine, the “30 Rock” star opened up about everything including his side of the infamous altercation that led to his MSNBC termination and plans for his new life away from the spotlight.

Highlights from Mr. Baldwin’s letter are as follows. For more, be sure to visit New York Magazine!
On homosexuals:

“I find myself bitter, defensive, and more misanthropic than I care to admit. And I’m trying to understand what happened, now an altercation on the street, in which I was accused -wrongly – of using a gay slur, could have cascaded like this. There’s been a shift in my life. And it’s cause me to step back and say, ‘This is happening for a reason.’ Am I a homophobe? Look, I work in show business. I am awash in gay people, as colleagues and as friends. I’m doing ‘Rock of Ages’ one day, making out with Russell Brand. Soon after that, I’m advocating with Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Cynthia Nixon for marriage equality. I’m officiating at a gay friend’s wedding. I’m not a homophobic person at all. But this is how the world now sees me.”
On his termination from MSNBC:

“Once they fired me, a former MSNBC employee I knew emailed me. He said, ‘You watch now, Phil [Griffin] is going to start leaking left and right to bury you.’ When I left, ‘Page Six’ was flooded with lies about me. Another source told me, ‘You know who’s going to get you fired, don’t you? Rachel. Phil will whatever Rachel Maddow tells him to do. I think Rachel is quite good at what she does. I also think she’s a phony who doesn’t have the same passion for the truth off-camera that she seems to have on the air.”
On New York:

“I just can’t live in New York anymore. Everything I hated about L.A. I’m beginning to crave… I want my newest child to have as normal and decent a life as I can provide. New York doesn’t seem the place for that anymore. L.A. is a place where you live behind a gate, you get in a car, your interaction with the public is minimal. I used to hate that. But New York has changed. It’s goodbye to public life. I’ve lived this for 30 years, I’m down with it.”
On Shia LaBeouf:

“[LaBeouf] seems to carry with me, to put it mildly, a jailhouse mentality wherever he goes. I’d heard from other people that he was potentially very difficult to work with, but I always ignore that because people say the same thing about me. When he showed up, he seemed like a lot of young actors today – scattered, as he was coming from making six movies in a row or whatever. He had that card, that card you get when you make films that make a lot of money that gives you a certain kind of entitlement. I think he was surprised that it didn’t work in the theater.”


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Reese Witherspoon Charms Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show”

She’s always a welcome sight to behold, and last night (February 24) Reese Witherspoon was in the house at “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”
The “Sweet Home Alabama” babe showed up looking adorable in a pretty pink Roland Mouret dress as she stopped by to welcome Fallon to his new gig.

And of course, no visit to Jimmy’s set would be complete without a fun-filled game- Reese joined guest Usher for a round of Catch Phrase.
Ms. Witherspoon also had a chance to chat with 18-year-old Mikaela Shiffrin, the youngest Olympic gold medalist in women’s slalom history.


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Cheryl Cole Sizzles in Tiger Print at Milan Fashion Week

Hitting up Milan Fashion Week to check out some designer duds, Cheryl Cole made an appearance at the Roberto Cavalli show on Saturday (February 22).
Chic in a tiger-print dress, the British singer/songwriter wore her hair back, smiling from above her plunging neckline, and completing her lovely look with a pair of pointed high-heeled shoes.

In related news, the “Fight For This Love” singer met up with sexy British pal, Ellie Goulding at the show, and the duo sat together, sharing a few smiles and snapshots.
Excited about her visit to iconic Italy, the 30-year-old hopped on her Twitter account to write, “Italian guys are hot!” adding, “…Italian girls too!!”

Enjoy the pictures of Cheryl Cole at the Roberto Cavalli show in Milan (February 22).


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Norman Reedus Hints “Walking Dead” Love Interests in NYLON Guys March 2014

With his horror-drama series “The Walking Dead” continuing to be a small screen hit, Norman Reedus fronted the March 2014 issue of NYLON Guys magazine.
During his interview with the publication, the 45-year-old actor chatted about his character Daryl Dixon and revealed details about his tennis playing days.

Highlights from Mr. Reedus’ interview are below. For more, be sure to visit NYLON Guys!
On Daryl’s love interest plans:

“Sometimes they suggest this or that, but if Daryl’s going to get busy with another character it has to be just right. The producers are smart, man. Smart enough to know that Daryl can’t have the kind of love interest that you might think. I feel pretty strongly about it.”
On Daryl’s rise to fame:

“That may be the most bizarre part of all of this. I don’t think any actor ever envisions being an action figure. It’s one of those Hollywood bonuses no one tells you about.”
On his acting:

“I was born to play the bad guy, I guess. I have a suspicious look to me. Plus, I think a lot about the reasons people fight. Their back is against the wall; They’re bullied; They’re angry.”
On his tennis days:

“I studied with a coach who approached me at a tournament and offered to train me because he thought I had potential. He came to my house, spoke with my mom, and that was that. I was off. I was good, man. I played the junior tour circuit, against guys who had all the fancy equipment and the shoes and everything. I was in, like basketball shoes and had a toy racket. I was surprised I made it as far as I did.”


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John Mayer: Working Hard in NYC

Getting down to business New York City, John Mayer stepped out of his hotel and made his way to a business meeting in Tribeca today (February 20).
Cool in casual threads, the “Who You Love” singer departed wearing a gray and yellow sweater, white tee and blue jeans, carrying a bag and case along with him.

In related news, rumors have been roaring all throughout Hollywood, as John’s lady love, Katy Perry attended the Elle Style Awards in London on Tuesday wearing a massive diamond ring on her left hand!
Since Valentine’s Day, the awards show marks the second occasion for which Katy has sported the ring in public, the first being the time she and John dined at Sunset Towers in Los Angeles for the holiday.
However, for all the hype surrounding the song stars’ relationship, sources have stated that they are not engaged, and that plans to wed have not been discussed.

Enjoy the pictures of John Mayer in New York City (February 20).


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Ellie Goulding is pop’s golden girl

Instagram queen … Singer Ellie Goulding bares her athletic body to her fans. Picture: Instagram
Source: Supplied

Electro-pop princess Ellie Goulding hadn’t put out a new album in more than a year but the unstoppable second record Halcyon scored her another Brit Award today.

The golden-voiced singer and songwriter was almost speechless when she was presented with the Best British Female Artist gong by one of her heroes, Prince.
A string of singles have kept her in the global charts in the two years since releasing her second album and its refreshed version Halcyon Days.
Even as her latest single Goodness Gracious makes its impression on the airwaves, the song which has become her biggest hit continues to dominate the airwaves.
Burn simply won’t die.
Goulding has been having that problem with her singles regularly since releasing her second album Halcyon with its hit Anything Can Happen not only performing strongly on the charts but also used extensively on television promos and ads.


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When Katy met Kylie: pop stars go head to head

Katy Perry poses with her ELLE Woman of the Year award. Picture: AP
Source: AP

KATY Perry was crowned Woman of the Year at the 2014 Elle Style Awards, held in London last night.

And in a bit of pop star baton-passing, the 29-year-old Roar singer was handed her award by none other than Australia’s own Kylie Minogue. The pair also posed for pictures together on the red carpet.

IT’S ONLY KYLIE MINOGUE AND KATY PERRY, NO BIG DEAL Picture: Getty
Source: Supplied

Other winners at the event include Lily Allen for Female UK Recording Artist, Tinie Tempah for Male Uk Recording Artist and expert hat-wearer Pharrell Williams for International Recording Artist.



Perry’s latest video, for the single Dark Horse, is set to drop tomorrow. Meanwhile Kylie Minogue fans eager for a taste of her upcoming album Kiss Me Once don’t have to wait until its release date next month — she’s popped an album sampler online, featuring clips of all 11 tracks.  Pharrell fans, pay special attention to track three, I Was Gonna Cancel. It’s written and produced by the Blurred Lines hitmaker.


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Models mystified at INXS slight

International hit … Models featuring Barton Price, Roger Mason, the late James Freud and Sean Kelly Picture: Rob Tuckwell
Source: News Limited

INXS and Models were once rock’n’roll road buddies who shared Chris Murphy as their manager.

But the Models are “pissed off” about their mention in the Never Tear Us Apart TV biopic.
Drummer Barton Price and supporters of the band took issue with a comment made by Murphy’s character in a scene when he was revving INXS up about focusing on international success rather than staying in Australia.
After a week of stewing about the sledge, Price hit back on social media on the weekend.
‘The suggestion was that by INXS attempting to break internationally they were different and superior to us: ‘…or you can come back here and be the Radiators or the Models’,” Price said, quoting the line used by Murphy’s character.
“What the! We spent a lot of time and effort working internationally and entered the American top 40.
“But the biggest irony is that Chris Murphy, the very same character using us as a negative benchmark in the INXS soap opera, was our manager for that entire period. He was the very person directing our international efforts!”
The bands crossed paths throughout their careers, notably as part of the cast of the Australian Made concerts, a festival of local acts including INXS, Models, Jimmy Barnes, Divinyls and more which travelled the country in 1987.
Price said the comment was set in 1982 in the show and while they would not tour the US for a few years after that, they were already in discussions with American labels and had recorded and played in the UK at the time.
The photo of the band on their Wikipedia page shows frontman Sean Kelly during a gig in San Francisco in 1986.
“Let’s not forget Models and INXS paths crossing on numerous occasions in London, New York, or a very memorable dinner in Milwaukee,” Price said.
“Models and INXS did many shows together, we had a lot of laughs, drank more than a few beers, hung out a lot, even played soccer against each other — I thought we were friends.”
Price remains mystified as to why his band were sledged in the series and said every Australian band during the era had their eye on the international prize.
Models, in fact, scored a mention in the Andy Warhol diaries after he had seen the video for their song Evolution.
“So why did they bag us the other night? What was the benefit? Couldn’t they think of another band that actually hadn’t tried to break internationally?” Price said.
“Perhaps that’s the point. INXS weren’t as different as Chris Murphy would like to believe. Yes, they were more successful than the rest of us, but just about every major Australian act of the day had an international deal of some sort, and was doing their best to achieve wider glories.”


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Jennifer Lawrence Misses BAFTAs for “X-Men: Days of Future Past” Reshoots in Montreal

Taking care of some career duties, Jennifer Lawrence took a break from the set of “X-Men: Days of Future Past” in Montreal, Canada on Sunday (February 16).
The “Silver Linings Playbook” babe looked a bit chilly as she stepped out of her hotel to look for her chauffeured car following a day of reshoots for her forthcoming flick.

Meanwhile, on Sunday night J. Law was honored with the Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture trophy at the 2014 BAFTA Awards, however she wasn’t in attendance to accept the award.
Given her responsibilities with “X-Men” Lawrence requested that her director pal David O Russell pick up the hardware on her behalf, though she received some criticism for neglecting to attend.

Enjoy the pictures of Jennifer Lawrence outside her hotel in Montreal (February 16).


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Miley Cyrus Channels Monica Lewinski on Stage in Vancouver:

By now it’s pretty clear that she loves pushing boundaries and on Friday (February 14) in Vancouver, Canada, Miley Cyrus launched her Bangerz tour doing just that.
While singing “Party in the USA” from a previous album, the 21-year-old songstress was joined by American symbols including Mount Rushmore, the Statue of Liberty, dancers dressed like Uncle Sam, and a man in a Bill Clinton mask.

Amongst all the twerking, the “Wrecking Ball” singer channeled Monica Lewinski and sung into her microphone dangerously close to Bill’s crotch. Check out the video below for the risqué move.
On Sunday, an amped up Miley tweeted, “Up & at em! 2nd show #bangerztour Vancouver was turnt up! Tacoma I hope you’re ready for this.”



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2014 BAFTAs: The Complete Winners List!

Celebrating the top films from the past year, the 2014 EE British Academy Film Awards took place in London, England tonight (February 16).
Snagging wins in the Best Supporting Actor/Actress categories were Barkhad Abdi (“Captain Phillips”) and Jennifer Lawrence (“American Hustle”), respectively.

Meanwhile, Cate Blanchett and Chiwetel Ejiofor took home trophies for Best Actress and Best Actor. In addition, “We’re the Millers” star Will Poulter was recognized in the EE Rising star category.
The Best British Film went home to the cast and crew of “Gravity,” while “12 Years a Slave” scored the prize for Best Film.
Check out the full list of 2014 BAFTA winners below!
Best Film

WINNER 12 Years A Slave – Anthony Katagas, Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Steve McQueen

American Hustle – Charles Roven, Richard Suckle, Megan Ellison, Jonathan Gordon

Captain Phillips – Scott Rudin, Dana Brunetti, Michael De Luca

Gravity – Alfonso Cuarón, David Heyman

Philomena – Gabrielle Tana, Steve Coogan, Tracey Seaward
Leading Actor

Bruce Dern – Nebraska

WINNER Chiwetel Ejiofor – 12 Years a Slave

Christian Bale – American Hustle

Tom Hanks – Captain Phillips

Leonardo DiCaprio – The Wolf of Wall Street
Leading Actress

Amy Adams – American Hustle

WINNNER Cate Blanchett – Blue Jasmine

Emma Thompson – Saving Mr. Banks

Judi Dench – Philomena

Sandra Bullock – Gravity
Supporting Actor

WINNER Barkhad Abdi – Captain Phillips

Bradley Cooper – American Hustle

Daniel Brühl – Rush

Matt Damon – Behind the Candelabra

Michael Fassbender – 12 Years a Slave
Supporting Actress

WINNER Jennifer Lawrence – American Hustle

Julia Roberts – August: Osage County

Lupita Nyong’o – 12 Years a Slave

Oprah Winfrey – The Butler

Sally Hawkins – Blue Jasmine
Director

Steve McQueen – 12 Years A Slave

David O. Russell – American Hustle

Paul Greengrass – Captain Phillips
WINNER Alfonso Cuarón – Gravity

Martin Scorsese – The Wolf Of Wall Street
Adapted Screenplay
WINNER Philomena
Animated Film

Despicable Me 2 – Chris Renaud, Pierre Coffin

WINNER Frozen – Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee

Monsters University – Dan Scanlon
British Short Animation

Everything I Can See From Here – Bjorn-Erik Aschim, Friederike Nicolaus, Sam Taylor

I Am Tom Moody – Ainslie Henderson
WINNER Sleeping With The Fishes – James Walker, Sarah Woolner, Yousif Al-Khalifa
Make-Up And Hair

WINNER American Hustle – Evelyne Noraz, Lori McCoy-Bell, Kathrine Gordon

Behind The Candelabra – Kate Biscoe, Marie Larkin

The Butler – Debra Denson, Candace Neal, Robert Stevenson, Matthew Mungle

The Great Gatsby – Maurizio Silvi, Kerry Warn

The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug – Peter Swords King, Richard Taylor, Rick Findlater
British Short Film

Island Queen – Ben Mallaby, Nat Luurtsema, Emma Hughes

Keeping Up With The Joneses – Megan Rubens, Michael Pearce, Selina Lim

Orbit Ever After – Chee-Lan Chan, Jamie Stone, Len Rowles

WINNER Room 8 – James W. Griffiths, Sophie Venner

Sea View – Anna Duffield, Jane Linfoot
Original Film Music

12 Years A Slave – Hans Zimmer

The Book Thief – John Williams

Captain Phillips – Henry Jackman

WINNER Gravity – Steven Price

Saving Mr. Banks – Thomas Newman
Cinematography

12 Years A Slave – Sean Bobbitt

Captain Phillips – Barry Ackroyd

WINNER Gravity – Emmanuel Lubezki

Inside Llewyn Davis -Bruno Delbonnel

Nebraska – Phedon Papamichael
Original Screenplay

WINNER American Hustle – Eric Warren Singer, David O. Russell

Blue Jasmine – Woody Allen

Gravity – Alfonso Cuarón, Jonás Cuarón

Inside Llewyn Davis – Joel Coen, Ethan Coen

Nebraska – Bob Nelson
Costume Design

American Hustle – Michael Wilkinson

Behind The Candelabra -Ellen Mirojnick

WINNER The Great Gatsby – Catherine Martin

The Invisible Woman – Michael O’Connor

Saving Mr. Banks – Daniel Orlandi
Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema

WINNER Peter Greenaway
Outstanding British Film

WINNER Gravity – Alfonso Cuarón, David Heyman, Jonás Cuarón

Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom – Justin Chadwick, Anant Singh, David M. Thompson, William Nicholson

Philomena – Stephen Frears, Gabrielle Tana, Steve Coogan, Tracey Seaward, Jeff Pope

Rush – Ron Howard, Andrew Eaton, Peter Morgan

Saving Mr. Banks – John Lee Hancock, Alison Owen, Ian Collie, Philip Steuer, Kelly Marcel, Sue Smith

The Selfish Giant – Clio Barnard, Tracy O’Riordan
Documentary

WINNER The Act Of Killing – Joshua Oppenheimer

The Armstrong Lie – Alex Gibney

Blackfish – Gabriela Cowperthwaite

Tim’s Vermeer – Teller, Penn Jillette, Farley Ziegler

We Steal Secrets: The Story Of Wikileaks – Alex Gibney
Outstanding Debut By A British Writer, Director or Producer

Colin Carberry, Glenn Patterson – Good Vibrations

Kelly Marcel – Saving Mr. Banks

WINNER Kieran Evans – Kelly + Victor

Paul Wright, Polly Stokes – For Those in Peril

Scott Graham – Shell
EE Rising Star

Dane DeHaan

George MacKay

Lupita Nyong’o

WINNER Will Poulter

Léa Seydoux
Production Design

12 Years A Slave – Adam Stockhausen, Alice Baker

American Hustle – Judy Becker, Heather Loeffler

Behind The Candelabra – Howard Cummings, Barbara Munch-Cameron

Gravity – Andy Nicholson, Rosie Goodwin, Joanne Woollard
WINNER The Great Gatsby – Catherine Martin, Beverley Dunn
Editing

12 Years A Slave – Joe Walker

Captain Phillips – Christopher Rouse

Gravity – Alfonso Cuarón, Mark Sanger
WINNER Rush – Dan Hanley, Mike Hill

The Wolf Of Wall Street – Thelma Schoonmaker
Sound

All Is Lost – Richard Hymns, Steve Boeddeker, Brandon Proctor, Micah Bloomberg, Gillian Arthur

Captain Phillips – Chris Burdon, Mark Taylor, Mike Prestwood Smith, Chris Munro, Oliver Tarney
WINNER Gravity – Glenn Freemantle, Skip Lievsay, Christopher Benstead, Niv Adiri, Chris Munro

Inside Llewyn Davis – Peter F. Kurland, Skip Lievsay, Greg Orloff, Paul Urmson

Rush – Danny Hambrook, Martin Steyer, Stefan Korte, Markus Stemler, Frank Kruse
Special Visual Effects

WINNER Gravity – Tim Webber, Chris Lawrence, David Shirk, Neil Corbould, Nikki Penny

The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug – Joe Letteri, Eric Saindon, David Clayton, Eric Reynolds

Iron Man 3 – Bryan Grill, Christopher Townsend, Guy Williams, Dan Sudick

Pacific Rim – Hal Hickel, John Knoll, Lindy De Quattro, Nigel Sumner

Star Trek Into Darkness – Roger Guyett, Patrick Tubach, Ben Grossmann, Burt Dalton
Film not in the English Language

The Act Of Killing – Joshua Oppenheimer, Signe Byrge Sørensen

Blue Is The Warmest Colour – Abdellatif Kechiche, Brahim Chioua, Vincent Maraval
WINNER The Great Beauty – Paolo Sorrentino, Nicola Giuliano, Francesca Cima

Metro Manila – Sean Ellis, Mathilde Charpentier

Wadjda – Haifaa Al-Mansour, Gerhard Meixner, Roman Paul

Enjoy the pictures from the 2014 BAFTA Awards from the Royal Opera House in London (February 16).


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Charlie Sheen Proposes to Brett Rossi

Giving marriage another go to see if the fourth time around is the charm, Charlie Sheen popped the question to Brett Rossi on Saturday (February 15).
The “Anger Management” star took the former porn star on a private jet to Hawaii for the occasion.

Sharing the fun via social media, Brett posted a couple of photos of her and Charlie against beautiful Hawaiian backgrounds with the caption, “Perfect day!”
The future Mrs. Sheen will follow his previous wives, Donna Peele, Denise Richards, and Brooke Mueller.


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Beyonce Remixes “Drunk in Love” with Kanye West

Bringing new sound to one of her most successful tracks, Beyonce created a remix of “Drunk in Love” with Kanye West.
In a teaser for the new rendition of her song, Beyonce struts her stuff around a horse ranch, wearing less-than full coverage cowgirl gear, throwing around a lasso, and bouncing around to Yeezy’s voice.

The complete song features the voices of both pop artists for a lengthy 6 minutes and 43 seconds, and also includes Jay Z’s original rap toward the end. Jay’s explicit words featuring his lady’s “breastises in my breakfast,” pale in comparison to Kanye’s lyrics.
Singing about sex positions and other explicit details, Kanye sings, “You will never need another lover. Cuz you a MILF and I’m a mother f***er.” 

 

 

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Kendall Jenner, who has been linked with Harry Styles showed off her nipples

Kendall Jenner, who has been linked with Harry Styles from One Direction, looked poised as she strolled confidently down the catwalk in her brunette wig.

Kendal Jenner reality starlet has been transformed into a high end supermodel.
Making her New York Fashion Week debut Kendall Jenner  for Marc Jacobs Fall 2014 runway collection, the 18-year-old looked less like a Kardashian and more like a serious contender for supermodel stardom.
Almost not recognized Bruce Jenner's daughter... with her jaw scraping wig, nude make-up and vanishing eyebrows,showed off her nipples in a sheer plunging V neck jumper.

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Ellen Page Comes Out At Time to THRIVE Conference

Making a bold statement to friends and fans alike, Ellen Page attended Time to THRIVE, a conference supporting the LGBT community, and revealed that she is a lesbian.
Standing up, the “X-Men: Days of Future Past” starlet delivered a speech, saying, “I’m here today because I am gay, and because maybe I can make a difference. To help others have an easier and more hopeful time.”

The 26-year-old continued, saying, “Regardless, for me, I feel a personal obligation and a social responsibility. It’s weird because here I am, an actress, representing, at least in some sense, an industry that places crushing standards on all of us. Not just young people, but everyone. Standards of beauty. Of a good life. Of success. Standards that, I hate to admit, have affected me.”
“You have ideas planted in your head, thoughts you never had before,” Ellen said, adding, “That tell you how you have to act, how you have to dress and who you have to be. I have been trying to push back, to be authentic, to follow my heart, but it can be hard.”
After the Human Rights Campaign tweeted about the news, Ellen utilized her Twitter account as well, writing, “Thank you @HRC and everyone for all the love and support.”


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Jessica Alba and Baby Haven Go out for Valentine’s Breakfast

Spending a little mother-daughter quality time together, Jessica Alba took Haven out for breakfast at Urth Caffe in West Hollywood for Valentine’s Day (February 14).
Slim and sexy in a black sport coat, the “Spoils of Babylon” starlet wore a white button down and black skinnies, holding her adorable daughter, who was cute in a red sweater and flowery dress.

In related news, the 32-year-old actress and businesswoman is also sporting her spirit for the love-struck holiday, showing off her perfectly manicured nails!
Falling in line with stars such as Vanessa Hudgens and Lauren Conrad, Jessica purchased a French manicure, bringing glowing pink hearts to her cute fingernails.

Enjoy the pictures of Jessica Alba and Haven at Urth Caffe in West Hollywood (February 14).

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Simon's baby son has been named Eric after his late father,

Simon's  baby son has been named Eric after his late father, it has been revealed.
Simon's friend Piers Morgan broke news of the name choice on his Twitter account soon after the child was born.
The Tweet included a photo of a young Simon with his dad.
He said: "A young Simon Cowell with his father Eric, who he adored - lovely tribute to name his son after him."

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Simon Cowell is officially a Dad

Simon Cowell is officially a Dad!! Lauren Silverman  36-year-old just gave birth to a healthy baby boy at Lenox Hill Hospital. Simon Cowell flew across from London to be by her side for the delivery. Lauren went into labor early this morning and Simon jumped on a plane as soon as he heard.
We're told the baby was born at 5:45 PM EST at 6 pounds, 7 ounces.
The boy is Simon Cowell's first child and Lauren's second. 
Simon is 54 years old, LaurenSilverman has an 8-year-old son with her ex husband Andrew Silverman.
Congratulations to Simon and Lauren. 





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Idol’ on the way? Lauren Silverman checks into hospital as Simon Cowell rushes to her side.

Idol’ on the way?  Lauren Silverman checks into hospital as Simon Cowell rushes to her side. 

Grinning and wearing sunglasses  and a dark coat  Simon Cowell arrived at Lenox Hill Hospital to evaded questions from the press. When question about Lauren... Simon said: “We’ll find out,” when asked to confirm that Lauren Silverman was about to give birth.

I guess that it will be a Valentine’s Day to remember for Simon and and his socialite girlfriend Lauren Silverman, who may be welcoming their baby boy in the same suite where Beyonce gave birth to Blue Ivy Carter. Simon rushed to get on his plane to be by Lauren's side.
Lauren is staying in the same  exclusive maternity ward where Beyonce Knowles gave birth two years ago to Blue Ivy Carter.
 

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Naya Rivera Strolls NYC with Hermes

Here’s Glee star Naya Rivera out in Soho with a sleek, black Hermes Kelly Bag. I repeat, that’s Naya Rivera, not Kim Kardashian, but the resemblance here is startling. If you told me she and Kim K shared a colorist and a makeup artist, I’d absolutely believe you. Naya is in town for fashion week, natch, and she attended the Michael Kors show on Wednesday. Only select Hermes bags are sold online, and of course, the Kelly is not one of them, but you can find one at any Hermes boutique.
All creepy Kardashian vibes aside, I don’t love this look on Naya – I feel all the volume here really drowns her small frame. This is an outfit I’d expect to see on a chic senior fashion mag editor darting around NYFW, but never Naya Rivera. Naya is notorious for showing skin, and seeing so little of it here is somewhat disorienting, frankly, even in the dead of winter. I feel like I’ve been complaining about seasonally under-dressed celebs for weeks now, but now I take it all back. If Naya Rivera can’t rock designer sandals and a bare midriff in mid-February, then no one can!

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The NFL this morning released its report on the investigation of the Dolphins’ locker-room.

 The NFL this morning released its report on the investigation of the Dolphins’ locker-room.

“As all must surely recognize, the NFL is not an ordinary workplace. Professional football is a rough, contact sport played by men of exceptional size, speed, strength and athleticism.
“But even the largest, strongest and fleetest person may be driven to despair by bullying, taunting and constant insults.
“We encourage the creation of new workplace conduct rules and guidelines that will help ensure that players respect each other as professionals and people.”
The NFL this morning released its report on the investigation of the Dolphins’ locker-room.
"After a thorough examination of the facts, we conclude that three starters on the Dolphins offensive line, Richie Incognito, John Jerry and Mike Pouncey, engaged in a pattern of harassment directed at not only Martin, but also another young Dolphins offensive lineman ... and a member of the training staff."
The 140-page report, by independent investigator Ted Well, looked into claims by Jonathan Martin that he was bullied by fellow offensive lineman Richie Incognito and others on the team.
Ted Wells wrote that on two occasions in 2013, Martin considered suicide.  Ted Wells said that Martin allowed the release of this information.
The report also reveals inappropriate treatment toward another young offensive lineman as well as an assistant trainer.
"We find that the Assistant Trainer repeatedly was targeted with racial slurs and other racially derogatory language. Player A frequently was subjected to homophobic name-calling and improper physical touching."
"Martin was taunted on a persistent basis with sexually explicit remarks about his sister and his mother and at times ridiculed with racial insults and other offensive comments."
The report concludes that the NFL needs new guidelines to prevent bullying and harassment of players.

 

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Prince William & Prince Harry: Flood Relief Brothers

Sure, they’re two of the wealthiest and most distinguished men in the UK, but that doesn’t mean Prince William and Prince Harry are above getting their hands dirty to help others.
The Duke of Cambridge and his crimson-haired brother spent Valentine’s Day working on flood relief efforts in Berkshire along with the Armed Forces teams.

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson explained, “The Princes have both seen the pictures. They wanted to do their bit to help in a private capacity. The most appropriate way was through the Armed Forces relief effort.”
And Parish clerk Graham Leaver was overwhelmed with the gesture. “They were very natural. To be honest, they could have walked in among people here and nobody would have recognized them looking at the way they were dressed. They came into our parish office and it took most of us a few minutes to realize they were there. They were particularly interested in talking to the troops.”
“The support we have received from the Army has been absolutely excellent and if they hadn’t come into Datchet we as a parish would have been overwhelmed.”

Enjoy the pictures of Prince William and Prince Harry helping with the flooding in Berkshire, UK (February 14).


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Alessandra Ambrosio Totes a Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bag

Here’s Alessandra Ambrosio, leaving lunch in West Hollywood while carrying a black Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bag. These bags are completely sold out at the moment, but you can add one to your wishlist on Net-A-Porter and receive notification as soon as they come back in stock, which according to our sources, should be sometime in late February. If you’d like to browse through Alessandra’s most impressive handbag stash, do have a gander at “The Many Bags of Alessandra Ambrosio.”
We haven’t exactly been discreet about our ardent love for Mansur Gavriel here on PurseBlog. Most recently, we publicly swooned over their latest batch of spring interior hues. That’s right, the Bucket Bag will still come in its three standard exterior shades: black, “cammello” (light tan) and “brandy” (dark tan), but the brand is now offering an extended selection of interior color options. You can now choose a bag with a pink, metallic, or sunny yellow interior (for starters), instead of the super-popular “flamma” red hue.
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Billy Ray aching for a hip hop hit

Billy Ray Cyrus is revamping Achy Breaky Heart.
Source: Supplied

COUNTRY singer Billy Ray Cyrus has teamed up with Dionne Warwick’s rapper son to revamp his ’90s hit Achy Breaky Heart for the hip-hop market.

Cyrus became an international sensation with his signature song and now, over 20 years later, he’s hoping to find success with the catchy track all over again.
Achy Breaky 2, which mashes up country and hip-hop and samples the singer’s iconic chorus, is a collaboration between Cyrus and Warwick’s son Buck 22.
The tune even references the crooner’s daughter, Miley Cyrus, and her penchant for “twerking”.

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Dynamo Dolly a dazzling delight

Singer Dolly Parton says she had worked hard to stay in the game.
Source: News Limited

DAZZLING dynamo Dolly Parton has opened up about nips, tucks, trollops and twerking goddaughters during a media call in Melbourne today.

Superstar Parton, 68, warmed up the stage for her concert at Rod Laver Arena tonight with self-deprecating humour about plastic surgery, marriage and the prostitute who inspired her look.
Parton explained: “There was a lady in our home town … and she was the town tramp, or trollop or hooker.
“I guess she was (a prostitute) because she would get in a car with people and ride off for a while, then come back and walk the streets again. But she was absolutely beautiful.
“She wore her clothes tight like I do now, her hair all blonde, nails and high-heel shoes.”
“I thought she was the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen. Every time I would say that, how beautiful she was, somebody would always say: ‘Well, she ain’t nothing but trash.’
“But I would think in my mind: ‘That’s what I’m gonna be when I grow up.’”
Parton, one of 12 siblings raised in a poor family in the Tennessee mountains, grew up to be a country music legend with global hits including 9 To 5, Joelene and Here You Come Again.
The diminutive singer-songwriter said she had worked hard to stay in the game — with a few surgical enhancements.
“Well, I work real hard on may appearance. Music’s a natural,” Dolly said.
“It does take a lot of money to look this cheap. I think of myself as a show dog or show horse.
“If I see something sagging, dragging and bagging, I’ll get it nip, tucked, sucked or plucked. Whatever it takes,” she smiled.
“I’ll never graduate from collagen.”
But she hopes her goddaughter Miley Cyrus gets past recent controversies to have a meaningful career.
“Miley is a smart girl and very talented girl,” Parton said. “I’m very proud to be her honorary fairy godmother. I’ve known her since she was born.
Asked if she had words of wisdom for Miley, Dolly answered: “I don’t try to give people advice. If they want information, I’ll tell them what I know.
“I think everyone has their own road to walk, their own things to do.
“Hopefully, she’s going to land on her feet real well.
“She’s got the talent, I just hope she makes the right choices over the years.”
Meanwhile, Parton picked the right man to marry in 1966.
Dolly and Carl Dean will celebrate their 48th wedding anniversary in May.
They plan to remarry at their 50-year milestone.
“The secret to a long marriage is to stay gone,” Parton said. “I’m in Australia, he’s in the United States.
“We’re best buddies. He likes staying at home, I like to travel. We’re very compatible.”
Dolly dismissed US reports that claim she is having an affair with her assistant, Judy Ogle, who is touring with Parton in Australia.
“People come up with these bizarre, crazy stories,” Dolly chuckled. “But I’d hate for them to tell the truth because that might really ruin me.”
Dolly Parton performs at Rod Laver Arena on February 11 and 12.


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Ashley Tisdale Starts her Week with a Java Jolt

Getting a bit of a boost for the start of her week, Ashley Tisdale stopped at Ed’s Coffee Shop in West Hollywood on Monday (February 10).
The “Scary Movie 5″ star layered up in a black jacket, gray hoodie, blakc pants, and black Uggs as she headed back outside.

Last week, the 28-year-old actress shared one of the ways she sharpens her acting talents while out and about.
On Thursday, Ashley tweeted, “When driving I sometimes like to improvise with a southern accent. I’m probably not as good as I think I am but it’s fun… #trysomethingnew.”


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Former Hollywood child star Shirley Temple has died at the age of 85.

Former Hollywood child star Shirley Temple has died at the age of 85.

A talented singer, dancer and actress, Shirley Temple was America's top box-office draw from 1935, the year she turned 7  until 1938. She was credited with helping save 20th Century Fox from bankruptcy with films such as "Curly Top" and "The Littlest Rebel"  "The Bright Eyes", "Stand Up and Cheer"

After retiring from films in 1950 at the age of 21, Temple returned to the public eye as a Republican candidate for Congress and as a US diplomat. She raised a family and later became active in politics and held several diplomatic posts in Republican administrations, including ambassador to Czechoslovakia during the historic collapse of communism in 1989.
She died on Monday at home in Woodside, California, from natural causes. "She was surrounded by her family and caregivers," a statement said.
The family statement continued: "We salute her for a life of remarkable achievements as an actor, as a diplomat, and most importantly as our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and adored wife for 55 years of the late and much missed Charles Alden Black."

 

 

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Kristen Stewart Talks About Robert Pattinson, Defends "Every Mistake" She's Ever Made

Kristen Stewart didn't immerse herself in work after breaking up with Robert Pattinson.
Instead, the 23-year-old Kristen spent all 2013 taking road trips with her friends to New Orleans and Nashville, working on her poetry, playing guitar and reconnecting with middle school friends from Woodland Hills, Calif.
 The Twilight star discusses her love life like never before and you can read all about it in the March 2014 issue of Marie Claire magazine. During one road trip, for example, Kristen realized that she doesn't have a type. "You don't know who you will fall in love with. You just don't. You don't control it. Some people have certain things, like, 'That's what I'm going for,' and I have a subjective version of that. I don't pressure myself," the actress says. "If you fall in love with someone, you want to own them—but really, why would you want that? You want them to be what you love. I'm much too young to even have an answer for that question.
Kristen doesn't explicitly explain her 2012 relationship with Rupert Sanders, but she does respond to those who've criticized her personal life. "I stand by every mistake I've ever made, so judge away," she says.
Kristen does have one regret, however: not pursuing a college education. "The biggest struggle I've ever had has been about not going to school and working instead. I was worried about turning down specific individual experiences. Like each movie was, 'F--k, I have to do that movie.'"
Stewart doesn't dwell on the past. Instead, she searches for new ways to move forward.
After moving out of the Los Feliz mansion Kristen once shared with Robert, she looked at four houses before picking on in L.A.

 

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