And What a Week It Has Been...
July 28, 2006
This was one of those weeks that the forces of nature collided in the pop culture universe to create some of the most noteworthy music moments of the year. First off, a bunch of new videos hit the airwaves, including a super hot one by Justin Timberlake (looking badass in his James Bond-ish black/white Prada number) and a terrible new video by Janet Jackson. What a let down that video and song is! I think a duet with Nelly is so four years ago. Obviously, she spent way to much time in a courtroom to keep up with what's hot and what's not. Also, Nick Lachey premiered a new video on MTV. I think the tune is blah, but I think Nick deserves points for proving to Papa Simpson he can make it on his own. Touche, Nick! Also, Lance Bass finally showed his true colors and admitted he is gay. He's still pretty lucky to get the cover of People, because really, what has he done or achieved after N*SYNC? In other words, is he still mainstream enough for people to care? I don't see the big deal here. Also, the national media got a taste of The Killers' new record "Sam's Town" on Monday in New York City during a listening session hosted by Island/DefJam's Jay-Z. Besides from that somewhat freaky album cover, the album is a multi-layered rock fest that is best described as a modern-day rock opera. Expect at least three hit singles to come from this record. Lastly, Stereogum leaked Scissor Sisters' new single "I Don't Feel Like Dancin'," which is a total Bee Gees/Elton John throw-back. It is still growing on me. Anyways, after all this pop action this week I'm chilling down in South Beach this weekend. Back on Monday. Cheers!