http://www.mail.com/people/4884-kanye-west.html Mail.com - the best personalized free web-based Email en en http://sec-s.uicdn.com/mail.com/2.28/img/mailcom_logo_rss.png http://www.mail.com/people/4884-kanye-west.html http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2085236-rapper-drake-leads-bet-awards-with-12-nominations.html NEW YORK (AP) — He started from the bottom, but now he's on top at the BET Awards: Drake has 12 nominations. BET announced the nominees Tuesday. Rappers Kendrick Lamar and 2 Chainz are up for eight awards each. Drake is nominated three times for the top prize, video of the year. His hit, "Started From the Bottom," will compete with his collaborations with... Tue, 14 May 2013 21:04:40 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2085236-rapper-drake-leads-bet-awards-with-12-nominations.html 2013-05-14T21:04:40Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2047860-kristen-wiig-to-return-to-snl-host.html NEW YORK (AP) — A year after leaving "Saturday Night Live," Kristen Wiig is coming back to host the show. NBC announced Friday that Wiig will host the May 11 episode. For six seasons, Wiig was one of the most popular cast members on the show before exiting in an emotional send-off last May. Vampire Weekend will perform as musical guest. ... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:42:31 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2047860-kristen-wiig-to-return-to-snl-host.html 2013-04-26T21:42:31Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2047178-william-rebuts-accusations-song-theft.html WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Will.i.am says he's been unfairly accused of stealing a song from a Russian dance producer for use on his new album. The producer-rapper-singer has acknowledged reaching out to trance producer Arty after hearing his 2011 song with London's Mat Zo, "Rebound." Will.i.am recorded a new version with Chris Brown titled, "Let's Go,... Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:56:57 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/2047178-william-rebuts-accusations-song-theft.html 2013-04-26T18:56:57Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2043288-las-storied-gibson-amphitheatre-closing-sept.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Concert promoter Live Nation announced Wednesday that a landmark Los Angeles music venue where Bob Marley, Johnny Cash and Frank Sinatra performed will close its doors this fall. The Gibson Amphitheatre's lease is ending in September and the venue will close its doors. "It is a tremendous venue with a uniquely intimate setting that has ... Thu, 25 Apr 2013 04:56:45 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/2043288-las-storied-gibson-amphitheatre-closing-sept.html 2013-04-25T04:56:45Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2038276-kim-kardashian-shes-ready-childbirth.html NEW YORK (AP) — Kim Kardashian says she's gotten more used to pregnancy, is more comfortable in her skin and is no longer feeling the aches and pains of expectant motherhood. "Now I think I'm past all the awkward phases and stages, and once you feel the baby kick it's a whole new experience," Kardashian said Monday while attending the E! Network Upfront i... Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:09:16 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2038276-kim-kardashian-shes-ready-childbirth.html 2013-04-23T04:09:16Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2031610-kardashian-humphries-divorce-settlement-approved.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — The marriage of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries, which began with a storybook wedding, ended Friday in a grim courtroom with a judge approving a divorce settlement after a protracted legal battle between the former couple. "I think this is a reasonable way to resolve this case," said Superior Court Judge Hank Goldberg, who did not dis... Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:50:49 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2031610-kardashian-humphries-divorce-settlement-approved.html 2013-04-19T17:50:49Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2016018-kardashian-divorce-settlement-talks-scheduled.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries are getting another chance to settle their divorce case, and this time a judge wants the NBA player to attend. Humphries was a no-show for settlement talks Friday, and Superior Court Judge Hank Goldberg set another hearing for April 19. The judge also set a hearing for whether Humphries should be fined ... Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:48:59 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2016018-kardashian-divorce-settlement-talks-scheduled.html 2013-04-12T22:48:59Z 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/celebrity/2008712-kardashian-mom-witness-list-divorce-case.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kim Kardashian's upcoming divorce trial will be a family affair, but her attorneys do not expect to call her famous sisters to testify about the reality star's brief marriage to NBA player Kris Humphries. But Kris Jenner, Kardashian's mother, and several lawyers and managers are expected to testify about the pair's relationship and pren... Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:15:07 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/2008712-kardashian-mom-witness-list-divorce-case.html 2013-04-09T19:15:07Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1978298-mtvs-vmas-taking-road-trip-to-brooklyn-2013.html NEW YORK (AP) — The Video Music Awards are taking a road trip to Brooklyn. MTV's showcase awards show is traditionally held in Los Angeles or Manhattan. This year the show will be held Aug. 25 at the new Barclays Center, home of the Brooklyn Nets and the site of recent Rolling Stones and Jay-Z multi-night concerts. M... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:13:33 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1978298-mtvs-vmas-taking-road-trip-to-brooklyn-2013.html 2013-03-25T22:13:33Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1912638-bits-bump-night-kim-k.html Show Bits brings you the 85th annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles through the eyes of Associated Press journalists. Follow them on Twitter where available with the handles listed after each item. PARTY TIME FOR PREGNANT KIM KARDASHIAN Kim Kardashian didn't just step out at the Elton John AIDS Foundation's Oscar afte... Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:35:34 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1912638-bits-bump-night-kim-k.html 2013-02-25T10:35:34Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1894042-judge-sets-trial-kardashian-divorce.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kim Kardashian has a due date for her baby and now a trial date for her divorce from NBA player Kris Humphries. A judge on Friday set a May 6 trial for the reality TV star who wants to end her marriage before July, when her child with Kanye West is due. Kardashian filed for divorce on Oct. 31, 2011, after she and Humphries had been marr... Fri, 15 Feb 2013 21:17:32 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1894042-judge-sets-trial-kardashian-divorce.html 2013-02-15T21:17:32Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882788-varied-winners-grammy-awards.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Unlike last year, when the Grammys became the Adele show, each of the leading nominees in a diverse and eclectic field got a chance to bask in the spotlight of music's biggest night. Fun., whose anthemic and semidark jam "We Are Young" dominated the charts in 2012, won song of the year. Gotye's massive and oddball pop hit, "Somebody I U... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:37:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882788-varied-winners-grammy-awards.html 2013-02-11T14:37:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1881384-grammy-awards-voters-spread-love.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mumford & Sons wrapped up a completely unpredictable Grammy Awards with perhaps the most surprising win of the night, taking home album of the year. It was an event that even shocked the London folk-rockers. "We figured we weren't going to win anything because The Black Keys have been sweeping up all day, rightfully so," Marcus Mumford ... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:31:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1881384-grammy-awards-voters-spread-love.html 2013-02-11T05:31:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882162-selected-winners-55th-annual-grammy-awards.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Winners in selected major categories at the 55th annual Grammy Awards announced Sunday during ceremonies at the Nokia Theatre and Staples Center: — Record of the year: "Somebody That I Used to Know," Gotye featuring Kimbra. — Album of the year: "Babel," Mumford & Sons. — Song of the year: "We Are Young," fun. — New artist: fun. — Pop so... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 03:30:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882162-selected-winners-55th-annual-grammy-awards.html 2013-02-11T03:30:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882568-list-televised-grammy-awards-winners.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — List of awards presented during Sunday's telecast of the 55th annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center: — Album of the year: "Babel," Mumford & Sons. — Record of the year: "Somebody That I Used to Know," Gotye featuring Kimbra. — Song of the year: "We Are Young," fun. — New artist: fun. — Pop solo performance: "Set Fire to the Rain (Live)... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 03:27:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882568-list-televised-grammy-awards-winners.html 2013-02-11T03:27:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882522-gotye-kimbra-win-record-year-grammy.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — Last year's biggest hit is also the Grammy winner for record of the year: Gotye's "Somebody That I Used to Know" earned one of the night's top trophies. It was Gotye's third award Sunday night. It sold more than 7 million single tracks. Prince presented the Australian singer with the award. Gotye said the pop icon was a big inspiration.... Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:49:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1882522-gotye-kimbra-win-record-year-grammy.html 2013-02-11T02:49:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1870304-grammy-predictions-fun-frank-ocean-black-keys.html NEW YORK (AP) — Adele dominated last year's Grammy Awards, but this year there isn't a clear winner in sight. That's because a slew of acts are up for top prizes, from fun. to Frank Ocean to Mumford & Sons. Those performers are nominated for six trophies, as are Kanye West, Jay-Z and Dan Auerbach of the Black Keys. We here at The Assoc... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:47:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1870304-grammy-predictions-fun-frank-ocean-black-keys.html 2013-02-05T17:47:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1867240-sting-rihanna-mars-clarkson-to-sing-grammys.html NEW YORK (AP) — Sting, Rihanna and Bruno Mars will hit the stage for a special performance at next week's Grammy Awards. The Recording Academy announced Monday that they will perform together at the Feb. 10 awards show. Triple nominee Kelly Clarkson will also take the stage. Beyonce, Prince, Jennifer Lopez and country singer Hunter Hayes will be presenter... Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:11:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1867240-sting-rihanna-mars-clarkson-to-sing-grammys.html 2013-02-04T14:11:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1859262-producer-fun-takes-center-stage-grammys.html NEW YORK (AP) — When music producer Jeff Bhasker — the mastermind behind fun.'s breakthrough — had thoughts of becoming a musician, the high school student in the jazz band figured he would play keyboard for a talented singer looking to carve a space in the musical universe. "In the jazz world you become a side man, say with like Miles Davis. You become M... Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:46:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1859262-producer-fun-takes-center-stage-grammys.html 2013-01-31T14:46:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1858978-frank-ocean-maroon-5-to-perform-grammys.html NEW YORK (AP) — All five nominees for album of the year at this year's Grammys will perform at the awards show next month. The Recording Academy announced Thursday that R&B singer Frank Ocean will join Mumford & Sons, The Black Keys, Jack White and fun. at the Grammys, to take place live from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 10. ... Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:28:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1858978-frank-ocean-maroon-5-to-perform-grammys.html 2013-01-31T13:28:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1843574-white-underwood-lumineers-to-perform-grammys.html NEW YORK (AP) — Grammy nominees Jack White, Carrie Underwood and the Lumineers will hit the Grammys stage next month. The Recording Academy announced Thursday that those acts will join previously announced performers including fun., The Black Keys and Taylor Swift at the Feb. 10 awards show in Los Angeles. White is nominated for album of the year and the ... Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:20:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1843574-white-underwood-lumineers-to-perform-grammys.html 2013-01-24T16:20:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1833384-lanvin-plays-proportions-snow-quilts-paris.html PARIS (AP) — The snow fell in Paris all day, blanketing the left bank's grand Fine Arts School, the stage for Lanvin's fall-winter 2013 show. The snowy cover saw the building reduced to all white — distilling its 19th-century stones to pure form and shapes. It's perhaps appropriate that designers Alber Elbaz and Lucas Ossendrijver thus chose to explore sh... Sun, 20 Jan 2013 16:20:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/lifestyle/1833384-lanvin-plays-proportions-snow-quilts-paris.html 2013-01-20T16:20:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1825372-pregnant-kim-kardashian-wants-to-private.html NEW YORK (AP) — As the tabloids speculated about whether Jessica Simpson is expecting again (she is) and the media zeroed in on Kate Middleton's acute morning sickness, Kim Kardashian says it was nice to be out of the media spotlight during the early stages of her pregnancy. "I'm obviously so happy for them, but if anything I loved the privacy," the 32-ye... Wed, 16 Jan 2013 22:44:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1825372-pregnant-kim-kardashian-wants-to-private.html 2013-01-16T22:44:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1808670-black-keys-fun-rihanna-to-perform-grammys.html NEW YORK (AP) — The Black Keys and fun. will make their debut on the Grammy stage next month. The Recording Academy announced Wednesday that the multiple Grammy nominees will perform at the awards, airing live on CBS from the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 10. Nominees Mumford & Sons, Taylor Swift and Rihanna will also hit the stage. ... Wed, 09 Jan 2013 13:50:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1808670-black-keys-fun-rihanna-to-perform-grammys.html 2013-01-09T13:50:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1792766-kardashian-west-feel-blessed-baby-news.html ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are feeling lucky about their first child together. "It's true," the 32-year-old reality TV star said in a statement on her site Monday. "Kanye and I are expecting a baby. We feel so blessed and lucky and wish that in addition to both of our families, his mom and my dad could be here to celebrate th... Mon, 31 Dec 2012 18:07:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/celebrity/1792766-kardashian-west-feel-blessed-baby-news.html 2012-12-31T18:07:00Z http://www.mail.com/sports/basketball/1786776-clippers-beat-nuggets-112-100-14th-win-row.html LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers didn't finish their 14th consecutive victory well. They were good enough through the first three quarters that it didn't matter. Jamal Crawford led a dominant performance by the Los Angeles reserves with 22 points in a 112-100 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night, extending the team's franchise-recor... Wed, 26 Dec 2012 06:23:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/sports/basketball/1786776-clippers-beat-nuggets-112-100-14th-win-row.html 2012-12-26T06:23:00Z http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1782452-ap-music-writers-top-10-albums-year.html Mesfin Fekadu's picks: 1. Nas, "Life is Good": "I am a graphic classic song composer," Nas raps on the intro to his latest album. And he's right. You may disagree, but Nas is the best rapper alive, and with "Life is Good," he's got the year's top album, regardless of genre. On "Life," he's spitting rhymes about his ex-wife, Kelis — like the soulful "Bye B... Fri, 21 Dec 2012 20:11:00 GMT http://www.mail.com/entertainment/music/1782452-ap-music-writers-top-10-albums-year.html 2012-12-21T20:11:00Z 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