http://www.mail.com/people/28848-nicki-minaj.html Mail.com - the best personalized free web-based Email en en http://sec-s.uicdn.com/mail.com/2.29/img/mailcom_logo_rss.png http://www.mail.com/people/28848-nicki-minaj.html http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2160646-mariah-carey-nicki-minaj-to-perform-bet-awards.html NEW YORK (AP) — Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj will take the stage at the BET Awards. BET announced Tuesday that India.Arie and Ciara will join the former "American Idol" judges as performers at the June 30 awards show. Previously announced performers include Chris Brown, Miguel, R. Kelly and Kendrick Lamar. Rapper-sin... Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:16:34 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2160646-mariah-carey-nicki-minaj-to-perform-bet-awards.html 2013-06-18T23:16:34Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2151298-sting-billy-joel-elton-john-songwriters-hall.html NEW YORK (AP) — Sting performed in honor of Elton John, Billy Joel sang snippets of Foreigner's hits when introducing the band and Smokey Robinson debuted part of a new song he wrote about Berry Gordy. The 44th annual Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony was full of star power that included Alison Krauss, Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, Nickelback, P... Fri, 14 Jun 2013 06:44:56 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2151298-sting-billy-joel-elton-john-songwriters-hall.html 2013-06-14T06:44:56Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2142034-idol-taps-veteran-swedish-edition-boss.html NEW YORK (AP) — One day after dismissing its longtime production pair, "American Idol" has a new executive producer. Freemantle Media has named Per Blankens to head the troubled Fox singing competition. The company said Monday that he has been the showrunner for the Swedish edition of "Idol" for more than five years. On Sunday, Fox had... Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:34:01 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2142034-idol-taps-veteran-swedish-edition-boss.html 2013-06-10T17:34:01Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2140546-2-longtime-producers-leave-american-idol.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Add two more departures to the "American Idol" post-season tally. Fox said Sunday that longtime executive producers Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick are exiting the singing contest. The 12th season ended in May with a record low-rated finale. The producers follow judges Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj and Randy Jackson out the door. ... Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:29:39 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2140546-2-longtime-producers-leave-american-idol.html 2013-06-10T17:29:39Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2125256-surprises-raps-class-take-summer-jam-xx.html EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — New York City radio station Hot 97 celebrated its 20th annual Summer Jam concert with young rappers who are dominating the charts, a respected veteran hip-hop group and a slew of surprises. Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey and Lil Kim were among the guest stars of Sunday's show at the MetLife Stadium in East Rut... Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:03:24 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2125256-surprises-raps-class-take-summer-jam-xx.html 2013-06-03T19:03:24Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2120254-minaj-carey-returning-to-american-idol.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nicki Minaj is following Mariah Carey out the door on "American Idol." The hip-hop diva posted Thursday on Twitter that it was "time to focus on the music," just a few hours after Carey announced she wasn't coming back to the Fox talent competition so that she could focus on her upcoming tour. Minaj and Carey became ... Fri, 31 May 2013 00:58:16 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2120254-minaj-carey-returning-to-american-idol.html 2013-05-31T00:58:16Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2096238-taylor-swift-wins-8-trophies-billboard-awards.html Another day, another domination for Taylor Swift: She was the red hot winner at the Billboard Music Awards. Swift won eight of 11 awards, including top artist and top Billboard 200 album for "Red." She told the crowd: "You are the longest and best relationship I ever had." She also had a colorful performance of her hit "22" — starting backstage and workin... Mon, 20 May 2013 03:35:51 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2096238-taylor-swift-wins-8-trophies-billboard-awards.html 2013-05-20T03:35:51Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2092544-candice-glover-won-american-idol.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — With a flawless voice that recalled past "American Idol" finalist Jennifer Hudson and a sense of determination after not making it in previous seasons, Candice Glover did the one thing Hudson wasn't able to do: She won the title of "American Idol." "I always knew for some reason that it would happen if I kept going," said Glover backsta... Fri, 17 May 2013 07:05:12 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2092544-candice-glover-won-american-idol.html 2013-05-17T07:05:12Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2089114-harrison-glover-face-idol-finale.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Randy Jackson isn't sure which budding diva will take the crown on "American Idol." The veteran judge of the Fox talent competition declared Wednesday's final performance round at the Nokia Theatre a dead heat after finalists Kree Harrison and Candice Glover each performed three songs. "Dude, this is so close," beame... Thu, 16 May 2013 12:31:21 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2089114-harrison-glover-face-idol-finale.html 2013-05-16T12:31:21Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2081498-fox-schedule-includes-24-return.html NEW YORK (AP) — Fox, facing the ebbing ratings power of "American Idol," is betting big on its first miniseries showcase starting with a limited-edition "24," and shows from heavyweight producers Seth MacFarlane and J.J. Abrams to invigorate its schedule. The network is making its largest original-programming investment yet with a crop of 11 new series al... Tue, 14 May 2013 00:20:56 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2081498-fox-schedule-includes-24-return.html 2013-05-14T00:20:56Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2082440-thumbnail-sketch-foxs-big-moves.html Some highlights of Fox's moves in its schedule for next season, released on Monday. WHAT'S NEW: Jack is back! A signature character from Fox's history, Kiefer Sutherland's Jack Bauer returns with "24," at least for a little while. Fox is launching a series of high-profile miniseries, and the first will come next May with a 12-episode run of "24," which we... Mon, 13 May 2013 18:30:05 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2082440-thumbnail-sketch-foxs-big-moves.html 2013-05-13T18:30:05Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2075318-later-dawg-randy-jackson-leaving-american-idol.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jackson out. Randy Jackson, the lone remaining original "American Idol" judge, won't be returning to the Fox talent competition next season. "Idol" host Ryan Seacrest only hinted at Jackson's impending departure at the beginning of Thursday's elimination episode. "A little later on, we'll be reveal... Fri, 10 May 2013 01:12:30 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2075318-later-dawg-randy-jackson-leaving-american-idol.html 2013-05-10T01:12:30Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2058410-minaj-chris-brown-to-perform-billboard-awards.html NEW YORK (AP) — Nicki Minaj and her mentor, Lil Wayne, will join forces for a performance at the Billboard Music Awards, to be presented May 19 in Las Vegas. Billboard announced additional performers Thursday. They include Chris Brown, Jennifer Lopez, Ed Sheeran, David Guetta, Akon, Ne-Yo and Icona Pop. Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 and fun. are finalists in 11 ... Thu, 02 May 2013 14:18:04 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2058410-minaj-chris-brown-to-perform-billboard-awards.html 2013-05-02T14:18:04Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2023250-benny-blanco-to-receive-songwriters-hall-honor.html NEW YORK (AP) — Benny Blanco, who has co-written and co-produced hits like Katy Perry's "Teenage Dream" and Maroon 5's "Moves Like Jagger," is getting a songwriting honor. The Songwriters Hall of Fame announced Tuesday that the 25-year-old will receive the Hal David Starlight Award at its annual gala on June 13. Past recipients include Taylor Swift and Al... Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:58:10 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2023250-benny-blanco-to-receive-songwriters-hall-honor.html 2013-04-16T15:58:10Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2014284-reebok-drops-rick-ross-pro-rape-lyrics.html NEW YORK (AP) — Reebok has ended its relationship with Rick Ross following heavy criticism of lyrics by the rapper considered by some to be pro-rape. The sneaker brand said in a statement Thursday that "Reebok holds our partners to a high standard and we expect them to live up to the values of our brand. Unfortunately, Rick Ross has failed to do so." ... Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:36:47 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2014284-reebok-drops-rick-ross-pro-rape-lyrics.html 2013-04-11T21:36:47Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2007584-stars-to-help-obama-change-drug-jail-policy.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lil Wayne, Ron Howard, Scarlett Johansson and Kim Kardashian are all on the same page when it comes to criminal justice reform. They're among more than 100 entertainers calling on President Barack Obama to focus on changing drug laws. Rap mogul Russell Simmons helped assemble the coalition of celebrities and civil rights leaders that pr... Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:50:01 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2007584-stars-to-help-obama-change-drug-jail-policy.html 2013-04-09T12:50:01Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1924606-1-dead-shooting-rappers-bus-philly.html PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia police said Friday they're seeking witnesses after a gunman fired into a crowd of people surrounding the tour bus of rapper French Montana, killing one person and injuring another, and prompting others in the crowd to return fire. The shooting happened late Thursday night as the bus, followed by several cars loaded with fr... Fri, 01 Mar 2013 23:34:34 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1924606-1-dead-shooting-rappers-bus-philly.html 2013-03-01T23:34:34Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1867034-lumineers-ride-folk-rock-wave-to-grammys.html NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Even the members of The Lumineers are puzzled by the success of their song "Ho Hey" and their sudden rise to fame after years on the road. The song has long legs and is not only getting played alongside Nicki Minaj and Maroon 5 on the radio, it's been ruling Spotify and working its way into popular culture. A few years ago, singer ... Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:52:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1867034-lumineers-ride-folk-rock-wave-to-grammys.html 2013-02-04T13:52:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1864160-lil-wayne-yet-to-watch-nicki-minaj-idol.html METARIE, La. (AP) — "American Idol" picked Nicki Minaj as a judge to draw in viewers, but she's actually discouraged at least one person from watching it — her mentor, Lil Wayne. The rap star admitted Friday that he has yet to see "Idol" this season — or any other season. "Actually, I've never watched it," he said, a bit sheepishly. Part of the reason he ... Sat, 02 Feb 2013 19:48:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1864160-lil-wayne-yet-to-watch-nicki-minaj-idol.html 2013-02-02T19:48:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1856508-nicki-minaj-sweating-lack-grammy-nods.html NEW YORK (AP) — Despite having a big year in music, Nicki Minaj didn't receive any Grammy nominations. Not a problem, she says. "I've gotten tons of awards and I believe when it's my time to get a Grammy, I'll get a Grammy," she said with a laugh. The 30-year-old had one of last year's biggest hits with the multiplatinum dance-pop anthem "Starships." Her ... Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:49:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1856508-nicki-minaj-sweating-lack-grammy-nods.html 2013-01-30T19:49:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1842954-hollywood-awards-gender-touch.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Do Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Helen Mirren really need a category just for women — a singular kind of affirmative action — to snare one of Hollywood's favorite accessories, an Oscar, Emmy or Screen Actors Guild trophy? In a society tilting steadily toward gender neutrality, the separate-but-equal awards that divide actors into one ... Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:55:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1842954-hollywood-awards-gender-touch.html 2013-01-24T19:55:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1826626-sniping-then-singing-american-idol-returns.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Fox network is putting a brave face on the shrinking appeal of "American Idol." Its 12th-season premiere Wednesday posted "an expected 19 percent decline versus least season" in the 18-to-49 demographic, the network said on Thursday. But the network hastened to add that Fox still had the highest-rated night of entertainment programm... Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:03:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1826626-sniping-then-singing-american-idol-returns.html 2013-01-17T20:03:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1822700-american-idol-returns-betting-big-judges.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — "American Idol" is facing a $36 million-plus question: Will that combined paycheck lavished on superstar judges Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj and Keith Urban pay off in ratings? The newcomers have their work cut out for them whether they earn it with colorful feuding — ladies, you know who we're talking about — or by discovering a singer wh... Tue, 15 Jan 2013 18:23:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1822700-american-idol-returns-betting-big-judges.html 2013-01-15T18:23:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1810382-peoples-choice-awards-feast-hunger-games.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — "The Hunger Games" devoured the competition at the People's Choice Awards, emerging the top victor with five trophies. Katy Perry won three awards at the Wednesday night ceremony in Los Angeles, at which fans selected the winners in categories spanning music, movies and television. "Hunger Games" was named favorite movie, action movie a... Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:50:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1810382-peoples-choice-awards-feast-hunger-games.html 2013-01-10T05:50:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1806244-downton-girls-idol-this-january.html NEW YORK (AP) — Where once the post-holiday schedule was a blizzard of chilly reruns, January is aburst with premieres and finales. Already, the adored British miniseries "Downton Abbey" has made its much-awaited season return Sundays on PBS. On IFC on Fridays, the hilarious "Portlandia" is back for its third season of sketch comedy poking fun at the pecu... Tue, 08 Jan 2013 23:48:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1806244-downton-girls-idol-this-january.html 2013-01-08T23:48:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1807084-fox-passion-disagreements-with-idol-team.html PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Five minutes into their season-opening news conference and the new team at "American Idol" were having their first disagreement — about their disagreements. Then Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj kept it going. "We're professionals. Have you ever had an argument with someone you've worked with?" Minaj said after repeated questions Tuesd... Tue, 08 Jan 2013 20:39:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1807084-fox-passion-disagreements-with-idol-team.html 2013-01-08T20:39:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1779094-hollywood-spent-2012-proving-mayans.html Who knew that in the ancient Mayan calendar, they would have predicted so much that pointed to the end of the world? Like the exact date that Lindsay Lohan's horrendous Elizabeth Taylor biopic "Liz & Dick" would air on Lifetime? That Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj's egos would collide during "American Idol" auditions? That Donald Trump would act even more bizarrely than he did... Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:56:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1779094-hollywood-spent-2012-proving-mayans.html 2012-12-20T16:56:00Z