concerts
50th Anniversary cover of Love Me Do by The Beatles
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“Love Me Do” on the 50th anniversary of its release for use in filming a story about the Beatles at Liverpool’s historic Cavern Club, the shop that sold the disc. Paul McCartney was only 16 years old when he composed, in 1958, the [Love Me Do] song. John Lennon contributed to the bridge of the song. With only 18 (different) words and mainly 2 (+1) chords they reached No 17 on the UK Record Retailer charts (end of 1962). No wonder that after a while they were composing No 1 hits.
Jason Statham shares credits with Jennifer López
By GalaTView staff
Photos by: Alfonso De Elías.
Jason Statham’s latest film is Parker, in which he plays a thief who’s double-crossed by his crew and left for dead. Later, he teams up with the feisty Leslie (Jennifer López), and resolves to get his stolen cash back. All this, of course, is an excuse for our hero to break the noses and generally Statham every member of the supporting cast, including Taylor Hackford, Michael Chiklis and Nick Nolte.
Tony Bennett and Marc Anthony will be in a Duet "For Once In My Life"
Legendary performer and 17-Time GRAMMY winner Tony Bennett, will release his latest CD, TONY BENNETT: VIVA DUETS, worldwide on Monday, October 22nd on Columbia Records. VIVA DUETS, is the singer’s third duets-themed project, following the platinum selling and critically praised DUETS and DUETS II CDs. Featuring many top names in the Latin recording industry, VIVA DUETS finds Bennett performing his greatest hits with a celebrated roster of artists including Marc Anthony, Christina Aguilera, Ricardo Arjona, Chayanne, Franco De Vita, Gloria Estefan, Vicente Fernandez, Juan Luis Guerra, Dani Martin Romeo Santos, Thalia, and Vicentico. A truly international endeavor, VIVA DUETS features bi-lingual performances with artists representing nine countries and three continents.
Enrique Iglesias and JLove were in a concert with great Euphoria and Glamour
By Jenny Álvarez
Photo: Alfonso De Elías
Enrique Iglesias and Jennifer Lopez were together at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA in an amazing concert!
Enrique Iglesias surprised his fans (mostly women) with hits such as “Be with You”, “Dirty Dancer”, “I like it”, “Rhythm Divine”, “Tonight” among other hits. He also was singing the most successful cover “Stand by Me” with one of his fans who went up to the stage making his participation the most original and entertaining. However, the only criticism of his performance was the lack of Spanish songs because, although the concert is in the United States, there also were Hispanic fans and Enrique did not sing any of his most successful songs in Spanish that many of his followers expected. On the other hand, women were well represented by Jennifer Lopez or JLove with a Broadway-style presentation, full of energetic dancers including her boyfriend Casper Smart, who definitely showed his dancing skills alongside JLo in “Dance Again.”
In the middle of her concert, there was a video which had several photographs and videos of her children, singing very emotional, “Until It Beats No More.” This song was full of emotions due JLo showed her maternal side and shared to the public.
Lopez made several costume changes, and made a major review of her discography, which was from his first album with “If you have my love” to recent hits like “On the floor” and “Follow the Leader”, the latter successful song, made with Wisin & Yandel, a couple of leaders of reggaeton, a music style created in Puerto Rico.
Bob Marley is back in a soul’s journey
By Jenny Alvarez
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Bob Marley’s universal appeal, impact on music history and role as a social and political prophet is both unique and unparalleled. Marley is the definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his early days to his rise to international superstardom. Even it has drug content, thematic elements and some violent images you can enjoy this documentary launched in DVD-blu-ray in August 7th
This movie describes life story of Bob Marley from the point of view of many different people who shared his life as well as wonderful film footage of Jamaica and old videos of Bob Marley that most people have never seen and of course it was set to the beautiful soundtrack of his life, his music of peace and struggle, love and war, happiness and sorrow. Even is a little bit long movie, his music and his faith is showed in great detail from many people close to him, including his wife, children, producers and fellow musicians, all lending their voice to unfold Bob’s story. The films compelling portrayal of Marley is told much more through the narrative drama of his life and less through a straight interpretation or celebration of his music. It’s about illuminating Marley’s roots and the trials he faced in his tragically short life. Two thumbs up for this awesome movie!
Justin Bieber is stronger than ever
By GalaTView Staff
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Justin Bieber just chose the title for his new album: “For me it is an inspiring word and you know it’s hopefully going to inspire a lot of people, whether it is believing in yourself, believing in your dreams. According to him, he doesn’t want his fans to rush into the bedroom and thinks it is better to wait until you meet the right person. He considers himself a romantic boy.
Britney Spears is back again in Hawaii
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After losing a lot of extra pounds, the 30-year-old singer shared some personal photos from inside her hotel in Maui. Certainly, she doesn’t look like she has even had kids and the pop star has reportedly settled into her role as judge on “The X Factor” quite nicely. “The X Factor” returns to Fox on September 12.
She’s really taking time to learn how to do this. She’s got her confidence up. Once people give her a chance, I think people are really going to get her. It will be a big surprise. She’s a tough judge.” Said Simon Cowell.
Paris Jackson suffered Bullying at her private School
By GalaTView staff
Photos by: Alfonso De Elías.
For Paris Jackson, being the daughter of Michael Jackson has always come with its unique peculiarities. Paris talked about the infamous masks she and her brother had to wear while out with Michael, and reflected on her own memories of her father (Michael Jackson), who passed away three years ago.
The 14-year old admitted that she gets bullied at her private school, but she tries not to let the bullying get to her. Instead, she thinks of the man she knew, who nurtured her and loved her unconditionally. No amount of bullying can take away those memories and experiences she shared with her father.
“People have tried [to bully], but it doesn’t always work. Both at school and some people try to cyber bully me.”
“They try to get to me with words, but that doesn’t really work.”
Asked if she thought people picking on her were just jealous, Paris said: “Maybe, I don’t know.” Jackson says she mostly ignores it.
Gene Ween Retires From Rock Group Ween
Aaron Freeman also known as Gene Ween and from the rock band Ween has called it quits. “It’s time to move on,” Freeman told Rolling Stone from his home in New Jersey. “I’m retiring Gene Ween.” He has been with the band for 25 years and has decided to move on. Freeman seems to have already moved on from Ween: His solo album “Marvelous Clouds” was released earlier this month. Freeman, along with childhood friend Dean Ween (Mickey Melchiondo), started the group in the mid-1980s. Their highest charting single was “Push th’ Little Daisies” released in 1992 which gained them widespread attention and hit the charts.
Madonna vs. Lady Gaga
The pop star Madonna sang Lady Gaga’s song ‘Born This Way’ during a rehearsal. Gaga’s song is rumored to have copied Madonna’s popular single ‘Express Yourself’. Madonna was asked about Gaga’s single and stated “I thought, this is a wonderful way to redo my song. I mean, I recognized the chord changes. I thought it was … interesting.” Lady Gaga refused the speculations and responded “What a completely ridiculous thing to even question me about. … If you put the songs next to each other, side by side, the only similarities are the chord progression. It’s the same one that’s been in disco music for the last 50 years.”
