Bruno Mars Biography

Peter Hernandez (born October 8, 1985 in Waikiki Hawaii) better known by his stage name Bruno in March is a Hawaiian singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist chord signed to Atlantic Records, he is best known for singing and co-written hooks for the # 1 result Nothin 'On You by Bob and billionaire who Travie McCoy, he also wrote the international hit Right Round by Flo Rida After the success of these songs in March released their debut EP it's better if you do not understand in May 2010, he has plans to release his debut album Ladykiller sometime later this year

March Bruno was born and raised in Hawaii to parents Pete and Bernadette "Bernie" San Pedro Hernandez Bayot of Filipino and Puerto Rican descent Hernandez was one of six children untilAmman with brother Eric ennd sisters Jaime Tiara Tahiti Presley He came from a musical family that gives him a style mixing music Reggae Rock Hip Hop and R & B from an early age, he imitate and perform songs by influential artists such as Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley in 1990 at the tender age of 4 Hernandez was in the middle of the week the newspaper as "Little Elvis" He was President Theodore Roosevelt High School diploma in 2003 at age 17 and shortly thereafter moved to LA to pursue a career, he signed with Motown Records in 2005 and The trio formed production Smeezingtons with Phil Lawrence and Ari Levine, he formed the stage name after Bruno Sammartino a wrestler like his father, likened him as a child, he has since written songs for K'naan and Adam LEvin

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U2 end tour in Canada

Report concert U2 in Canada. U2 have brought their record-breaking '360' tour to a close in Canada after two years.

The band celebrated the end of their $736m (£447m)-grossing jaunt before a crowd of 75,000 at Moncton, New Brunswick on Saturday.

'360' was named the highest-grossing tour ever back in April, overtaking the $558m (£340m) tally set by the Rolling Stones in 2007.

Before taking their final bow, U2 frontman Bono sprayed champagne across the front rows of the audience and declared: "This is the best time we could be having anywhere."

In addition to performing some of their more notable hits such as 'Beautiful Day' and 'Sunday Bloody Sunday' at the date, U2 included their cover of folk song 'The Ballad Of Springhill' in honour of the nearby town devastated by a string of mining disasters over the last two centuries.

The song was originally performed by the band at fifteen shows on their 'Joshua Tree' tour in 1987.

U2 have played for over seven million fans in 30 countries since launching the '360' tour in June 2009.

The success of the concert series saw the band top this year's Forbes music rich list ahead of Bon Jovi, Elton John and Lady GaGa.


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Remembering Amy Winehouse's talent

Amy Winehouse's rise to fame and struggles with addiction escalated on similar trajectories; that combination might be one of the things she's remembered most for, but when it comes to purely professional successes, her first might well be considered her "Back to Black" album. The musical effort won her five Grammys. Below, the title track from the album.

"I didn't go out looking to be famous," Winehouse told the Associated Press when "Back to Black" was released. "I'm just a musician." But between critical acclaim for "Back to Black" (as well as accolades in the U.K. for her freshman effort, "Frank") and her public battles with drugs and alcohol, the 27-year-old singer became incredibly famous. Among the songs she might be remembered most for is one that became a sad and tragic anthem of sorts, "Rehab."

The cause of Winehouse's death remains unclear. She appeared on stage during Dionne Bromfield's performance of "Mama Said" on July 20 at the iTunes Festival in London. You can watch her appearance below.

Crowds are currently gathering outside Winehouse's London home, and at a pub she frequented, The Hawley, in Camden. You can leave your remembrance of the singer below. 

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Demi Lovato Sets Sept. 20 Album Release Date

One day after her ballad "Skyscraper" notched a Top 10 debut on the Hot 100, Demi Lovato announced a Sept. 20 release date for her third album on Thursday (July 21) during a live video chat on Cambio.

"September 20! Exactly a month after my birthday!" Lovato exclaimed in the chat. When asked about a follow-up single, the teen star replied, "I've actually recorded about like 20-something songs, so we have to cut it down to fit the album, and then we'll choose the next single."

 

Lovato also hinted at an upcoming tour in support of the still-untitled album: "If I was to tour, I would announce it soon and maybe, possibly, I'm in the works of putting together a tour. Maybe. And maybe it'll be all around the world."

The album news arrives after Lovato released the somber new single "Skyscraper" on July 12, and a sparse music video for the track was released days later. "Skyscraper" showcases the 19-year-old singer's resilience after she entered a treatment facility for "physical and emotional issues" late last year.

"Skyscraper" also gave Lovato her highest career debut on the Hot 100 when it entered the chart this week at No. 10. Her first chart entry, "This Is Me" with Joe Jonas, debuted at No. 11 and peaked at No. 9 in July 2008.

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Katy Perry leads MTV nominations

 

US pop star Katy Perry leads the way at this year's MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) with nine nominations.

The singer's nods include video of the year for Firework, best pop video and best special effects.

British singer Adele and Kanye West picked up seven nominations apiece. Other multiple nominees included Lady Gaga, Beyonce, and Bruno Mars.

The VMAs are scheduled to take place on 28 August in Los Angeles and will be broadcast live in the US.

Perry, who married comedian Russell Brand last year, was also nominated for best female video, best collaboration, best art direction and best cinematography.

"I have nine nominations. I thought that was a typo or something," the star told MTV.

"That's the most nominations I've ever gotten for anything."

In the video of the year category - considered to be the most prominent award of the night - Perry will compete alongside Adele, Mars, the Beastie Boys and Tyler, The Creator. 

After a record-breaking 13 nominations last year, Lady Gaga received just three.

She will take on Perry, Adele, Beyonce and Nicki Minaj in the best female video award.

Last year the Bad Romance singer dominated the awards ceremony, taking home eight prizes.

Mars and West will do battle in the best male video category, alongside Justin Bieber, Cee-Lo Green and Eminem.

And Perry, Adele and Mars will take on Britney Spears and Pitbull in the battle for best pop video.

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Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony to divorce

Singers Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are getting a divorce, PEOPLE Magazine reports.

"This was a very difficult decision," the couple told the magazine. "It is a painful time for all involved and we appreciate the respect of our privacy at this time."

The couple also said they have reached "amicable conclusions on all matters."

They wed in 2004 and have 3-year-old twins, Max and Emme.

Story: 35 million reasons why J.Lo might not return to 'Idol'  

Lopez was a judge on "American Idol" last season, but has not yet announced if she will return to the show. In addition to her musical career, she has starred in films including "The Wedding Planner," "Maid in Manhattan," and "The Back-up Plan."

In April, the pair announced plans for a television show together, "Q'Viva! The Chosen," with Simon Fuller, the creator of "Idol." The show was to feature the superstar couple as they traveled the world to find the best performers in Latin music, dance and other arts with the goal of creating a live extravaganza.

The show had no airdate, and it's unclear if it will continue.

Lopez released her latest album, titled "Love?" this year. Her career, which had lulled in recent years, has surged since she became an "Idol" judge.

Slideshow: Jennifer Lopez's rise to fame

In April, People put her on its cover declaring her the "World's Most Beautiful Woman."

Story: Jennifer Lopez 'on the fence' about 'Idol' return 

 

The marriage was the third for Lopez, 41, and the second for Anthony, 42. He was previously wed to 1993 Miss Universe winner Dayanara Torres. She was married to dancer Cris Judd and before that, to waiter Ojani Noa. Each of their previous three marriages lasted just a year.

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Hot: Beyonce's dad denies he stole money from her

Beyonce's father has accused her concert promoter of lying to his daughter over claims he stole from her. 

In court papers filed in Texas, Mathew Knowles, who used to be the singer's manager, asks a US judge to make Live Nation back up their claims. 

He alleges that the company provided false information to Beyonce and her lawyer, accusing him of defrauding her. 

However he insists that his relationship with Beyonce is still "extremely amicable".

He said: "We absolutely have not taken any money from Beyonce, and all dollars will be accounted for."

"In no way have we stolen money. Again, this is about the people who have made these claims - they have to come into the light."

Business partners

Mathew Knowles and his daughter ended their business relationship earlier this year but he insists the pair still get on.

He said: "The relationship with Beyonce is extremely amicable. I want to make that clear. Where there's concern is the people that she's doing business with."

As yet, there are no comments from Live Nation, Beyonce or her lawyer on the court papers.

" I've only parted ways with my father on a business level, I love my dad dearly "

Beyonce, speaking in March

 

Part of the deposition, filed on Monday 11th July, states that "in October 2010, law firm Reed Smith LLP commenced an audit on behalf of its client Beyonce".

It continues: "Upon information and belief, based on the false statements made by Live Nation that Mathew Knowles stole or took money from Beyonce, Reed Smith accused (Mathew Knowles) of defrauding Beyonce."

Mathew Knowles was integral to Beyonce's success, overseeing the launch of Destiny's Child and guiding the singer through her solo career. 

But the 14 year business relationship ended in March.

At the time Beyonce issued a statement saying: "I've only parted ways with my father on a business level, I love my dad dearly (and) I am grateful for everything he has taught me."

The singer's also released a behind-the-scenes documentary focussing on the making of her new album, 4.

In it, she says "I'd been managed by my father for a very long time and a real change meant separating from him. 

"It was scary but it empowered me."

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Star Spotting: Justin Bieber, Racecar Driver

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Justin Bieber somehow made his way onto the ESPYs red carpet yesterday (even though it's a sports award show) and he took the whole "sports" part of it pretty seriously. Arriving in what we think is like, some kind of racecar driving suit (we pretty much failed gym every semester so we're not exactly the best people to be talking about anything athletic), Biebs hammed it up for the camera, per the usual.

Wait, why doesn't anybody talk about the fact that race car drivers ride around in what are essential snowsuits for grown-ups? Have you guys seen some of these uniforms?! We know it's probably because they're fire-retardant or something but come on, it makes Justin Bieber look like a Lego man. The injustice! But never fear: Justin changed his clothes later when he sat next to Selena Gomez in the audience.

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