The official music video for Beyoncé’s “Who Run The World (Girls)” will be premiering on Wednesday, May 18, on Fox’s American Idol. The Francis Lawrence-directed video was initially planned to debut last Friday, but was unfortunately pushed back. Word on the street is that Beyoncé is scheduled to drop by the Oprah Winfrey show, perhaps during the show’s finale week. I’m sure all of you Beyoncé Stans will be glued to your television sets tomorrow night!
In related news, Beyonce reportedly handed over 72 new songs to Columbia record execs last week. Make sure to peep our exclusive review of the video and 5 tracks from Beyonce’s upcoming album (LINK).
INFO on Rihanna’s upcoming “Man Down” video.
Rihanna will be teaming up with director Anthony Mandler for the video of her forthcoming single “Man Down”. Mandler was actually the creative director behind her latest “California King Bed” music video. When asked about the direction in which he sees the video going, the Mandler had this much to say:
“We shot the video last month in Jamaica and it’s my favorite song she’s ever recorded, so I was really excited to get involved. And it’s just one of those songs that demands a strong narrative and visual, and let’s just say she let me go all the way. So I think you can expect something that’s dramatic and shocking and intense and emotional and uplifting and enlightening. Without saying too much, if you’re looking for a narrative you’re not going to be disappointed. Just know that it’s going to be exciting.” [Source]
Alright then…We all know you’ll be the judge of that…
Sneak Peak To Boyz II Men Upcoming Essence Music Festival Performance
ESSENCE has compiled a playlist as their annual music festival draws near. Boyz II Men will be joining a list of artists to perform at this year’s upcoming Essence Music Festival. The Philadelphia native R&B group will be performing many classic hits from the late 80s through 90s such as “Motown Philly”, “End of The Road”, “Water Runs Dry”, “I’ll Make Love To You” and “One Sweet Day”. Without their former member, bass vocalist Michael McCary, Nathan Morris, Shawn Stockman and Wanya Morris will be holding it down on stage. Head on over to Essence.com or click here to listen to classic Boyz II Men hits.
Who’s going to the 2011 Essence Music Festival?
According to MTV News, Kanye West & Stevie Wonder have been announced as two headlining acts for the Austin City Limits Music Festival:
Lupe Fiasco has been added to roster of performers for the 2011 MTV Movie Awards. The hip-hop artists will take the stage and will be joined by his labelmate Trey Songz for the first televised performance together:
