Finally a new single from singer/songwriter Christina Perri has arrived with the release of “Human” from her next album coming out in the spring of 2014. For her follow-up album to 2011’s lovestrong, Perri worked with producers Martin Johnson, Jake Gosling, John Hill, and Butch Walker, with Manny Marroquin mixing the still-untitled album.
Listen to “Human”:
Music Spotlight: “Human” by Christina Perri
‘The Boxtrolls’ New Teaser Trailer
The attention to detail is just incredible in this behind-the-scenes look at the 2014 stop-motion animated movie The Boxtrolls coming to theaters next September 26th. The Boxtrolls is from the animation studio behind ParaNorman and Coraline and is directed by Graham Annable (story artist on Coraline and ParaNorman) and Anthony Stacchi (Open Season).
The voice cast includes Ben Kingsley, Toni Collette, Elle Fanning, Isaac Hempstead-Wright, Jared Harris, Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Richard Ayoade, and Tracy Morgan.
The Plot: The Boxtrolls is a comedic fable that unfolds in Cheesebridge, a posh Victorian-era town obsessed with wealth, class, and the stinkiest of fine cheeses. Beneath its charming cobblestone streets dwell the Boxtrolls, foul monsters who crawl out of the sewers at night and steal what the townspeople hold most dear: their children and their cheeses. At least, that’s the legend residents have always believed. In truth, the Boxtrolls are an underground cavern-dwelling community of quirky and lovable oddballs who wear recycled cardboard boxes the way turtles wear their shells.
The Boxtrolls have raised an orphaned human boy, Eggs (Hempstead-Wright), since infancy as one of their dumpster-diving and mechanical junk-collecting own. When the Boxtrolls are targeted by villainous pest exterminator Archibald Snatcher (Kingsley), who is bent on eradicating them as his ticket to Cheesebridge society, the kindhearted band of tinkerers must turn to their adopted charge and adventurous rich girl Winnie (Fanning) to bridge two worlds amidst the winds of change – and cheese.
‘Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues’ Soundtrack Details
Kenny Loggins, Robin Thicke, Neil Diamond, and the cast of Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues contribute songs to the soundtrack of the second Anchorman movie opening in theaters on December 18, 2013. Music From The Motion Picture – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues will arrive a day before the film launches in theaters, with Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell) combining forces with Miley Cyrus’ favorite twerking partner Robin Thicke on a cover of Christopher Cross’ “Ride Like The Wind.”
Also showing off their singing voices are cast members Paul Rudd (‘Brian Fantana’), Steve Carell (‘Brick Tamland’), and David Koechner (‘Champ Kind’).
1. “A Message From Ron Burgundy”
2. “Ride Like The Wind” – Christopher Cross
3. “Change” – John Waite
4. “Ladykillers” – Ron Burgundy & Brian Fantana
5. “Every 1’s A Winner” – Hot Chocolate
6. “Shilo” – Neil Diamond
7. “Life Isn’t A Fairy Tale” – Ron Burgundy & Walter Burgundy
8. “White Lines” – Grandmaster & Melle Mel
9. “This Is It” – Kenny Loggins
10. “Another Message From Ron Burgundy”
11. “Thunder Island” – Jay Ferguson
12. “Doby” – Ron Burgundy
13. “Whammy Chicken” – Champ Kind
14. “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” – England Dan & John Ford Coley
15. “Muskrat Love” – Captain & Tennille
16. “RV Reminiscing” – Ron Burgundy & Brick Tamland
17. “Lonesome Billy” – Peter Tevis & Ennio Morricone
18. “Have An American Night” – Ron Burgundy
19. “Hold Your Head Up” – Argent
20. “Ride Like The Wind” – Robin Thicke & Ron Burgundy
21. “A Final Message From Ron Burgundy”
Josh Hutcherson vs Jimmy Fallon: Thanksgiving Object Shootout
The Hunger Games: Catching Fire star Josh Hutcherson went up against Jimmy Fallon in a basketball battle using Thanksgiving-themed items in place of basketballs. Turkeys, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pies, and even a cornucopia got tossed as Hutcherson and Fallon took turns shooting hoops on the November 26, 2013 episode of Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
August: Osage County Offers Four New Clips
With its big name cast – Meryl Streep, Julia Roberts, Ewan McGregor, Benedict Cumberbatch, Sam Shepard, Chris Cooper, Dermot Mulroney, etc – you’d expect to be hearing more about August: Osage County as it heads toward its December 25, 2013 theatrical release. Normally this far into the awards screening season we’re bombarded with info on any film a studio’s promoting as a potential Oscar contender, but maybe the Weinstein Company is just trying a low-key approach to building up an audience for this comedy/drama based on the play by Tracy Letts and directed by John Wells (The Company Men).
The buzz may be slow in building, however we do have four new clips to check out from the comedy/drama.
The Plot:
August: Osage County tells the dark, hilarious and deeply touching story of the strong-willed women of the Weston family, whose lives have diverged until a family crisis brings them back to the Midwest house they grew up in, and to the dysfunctional woman who raised them.
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Stumble It! New ‘Frozen’ Clip: “Big Summer Blowout”
Showing off a new one minute clip is Disney’s animated film Frozen now playing in theaters, going up against the second weekend of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, Spike Lee’s remake of Oldboy, and Jason Statham’s latest action film, Homefront. There are a lot of choices this holiday weekend, however Frozen‘s all alone when it comes to family-friendly entertainment. Plus, it has the whole wintery theme complete with a talking snowman going for it as well as the fact that it’s a product of the Mouse House.
Will it be strong enough to take first place away from the Hunger Games franchise’s second entry? Pre-release estimates had the two films engaged in a tough battle for the top of the box office chart, but the odds aren’t in Frozen‘s favor to topple the current box office leader.
The Plot: Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind Tangled and Wreck-It Ralph, presents Frozen, a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey — teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven — to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter.
Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf (voice of Josh Gad), Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.
Ryan Tedder Joins ‘The Voice’ Team
The Voice is bringing in OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder as the show’s first in-house producer and songwriter. Tedder, who previously acted as an advisor, will be helping this season’s three final contestants prepare for the big finale.
As the show’s songwriter, Tedder will be penning an original song for each of the three artists to perform on December 17, 2013. According to NBC, that single will be available on iTunes immediately after the show.
“Ryan is a brilliant songwriter and on the forefront of today’s music scene. His contributions to The Voice will be invaluable in both his work with our artists and in creating a song that will capture the essence of our show,” said Paul Telegdy, President of Alternative and Late Night Programming, NBC Entertainment.
The season of The Voice has been averaging 15.2 million viewers and is the #1 unscripted series on NBC, CBS, ABC, and Fox.
Ryan Tedder Profile [Courtesy of NBC]:
Tedder is the founder and lead singer/songwriter of OneRepublic and producer of artists such as Adele, Beyonce, Leona Lewis, Maroon 5, and Carrie Underwood. He has sold over 130 million records worldwide and has held over 75 #1 chart positions across the globe. The six-time Grammy nominee took home his first Grammy for Album of the Year award at the 2012 Grammy Awards for his work on Adele’s 21.
OneRepublic took the world by storm in 2007 with their debut release Dreaming Out Loud. The album included the smash single “Apologize,” which shattered digital sales and airplay records worldwide. The band’s sophomore album, 2009’s Waking Up, produced three singles: “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets,” and “Good Life.”
OneRepublic released their third studio album, Native, on March 26 where it debuted at #4 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The set includes hits “If I Lose Myself,” “Feel Again” and new single “Counting Stars,” which just broke into the top 10 at Top 40 radio this week.
The band has toured the world, headlining dates in the U.S. and Europe and opening for Bon Jovi and U2.
Music Spotlight: “Beautiful War” by Kings of Leon
Kings of Leon have unveiled the official video for their single “Beautiful War” off of their latest album, Mechanical Bull. The six-and-a-half-minute video features a mechanical bull and has a Western tone, with Garrett Hedlund (TRON: Legacy) playing a cowboy who gets thrown in jail after a bar fight.
Martin Sheen Stars in Animal Planet’s ‘The Whale’
Martin Sheen leads the cast of BBC Factual Productions/Animal Planet’s dramatic film The Whale based on the true story of the sinking of the whaling ship, Essex, as recalled by First Mate Owen Chase and Captain Pollard. Written by Terry Cafolla, The Whale also stars Jonas Armstrong, Adam Rayner, Paul Kaye, David Gyasi, Jolyon Coy, Jassa Ahluwalia, John Boyega, and Ferdinand Kingsley.
The two-hour film was shot in Malta and, according to Animal Planet, features breathtaking underwater footage.
The Plot:
Based on true events, the film tells one of history’s greatest stories of survival at sea as Martin Sheen portrays Old Thomas Nickerson, who tells a story of his life as a cabin boy on the ill-fated voyage of the whaling ship the Essex. The action-packed narrative follows Nickerson as, against all odds, he comes through the worst that nature throws at him while growing up fast in the process.
He faces the destructive force of sea storms, the power of whales, the brutal desolation of the sun and sea after the shipwreck, and, finally, the grim realities of dark deeds as his only means of survival.
Bon Jovi, Taylor Swift, and Prince William Sing “Livin’ on a Prayer”
No, that headline isn’t the start of a really dumb joke. Prince William did join Jon Bon Jovi and Taylor Swift on stage at Kensington Palace to sing “Livin’ on a Prayer” and, yes, there’s a video to prove such an odd event did actually take place.
Jon Bon Jovi and Taylor Swift performed separately at a charity event supporting Centrepoint held at Kensington Palace, and Bon Jovi invited Swift and Prince William on stage to help with the song’s chorus. Although the future King of England was a bit stiff at first, he did ultimately get into his role as a backup singer. Meanwhile, Swift had no problem whatsoever getting into her supporting part.
Watch the video:
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