The competition between Beyoncé and Sasha is becoming fierce. A few weeks ago Beyoncé premiered the video for her latest single, the pretty but understated, "Broken-Hearted Girl." Now comes Sasha with the dance track, "Sweet Dreams." After viewing the divalicious clip, I gotta give this round to Sasha Fierce. Better luck next time Beyoncé.
Beyoncé "Sweet Dreams"
Michael Jackson's public memorial service at the Staples Center gathered 20,000 people together to mourn the loss and celebrate the life of one of the world's greatest performers in history. An estimated audience in excess of a billion people heard or watched the memorial on networks, cable, radio and digital streams around the world.
Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder and John Mayer performed, while daughter Paris concluded the memorial service with an emotionally charged goodbye to her father.
CD sales and downloads of albums and singles continued strong, with album sales in excess of 800,000 since Sony and Universal were able to replenish physical stocks that were depleted in the wake of Michael Jackson's passing. Jackson ruled over Billboard and SoundScan singles and album charts.
Michael Jackson Albums in Top 40
1 'Number Ones'
3 'Thriller'
5 'Essential'
11 'Off the Wall'
22 'Dangerous'
28 'Bad'
'We Are the World' Jackson Memorial Service
Paris Jackson Speaks at Memorial Service
Celebrities around the world have confirmed plans to attend, speak or perform at Michael Jackson's LA memorial to be held Tuesday at the Staples Center. Those reported to appear include Sir Paul McCartney, Diana Ross, Beyoncé, Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, Brooke Shields, Usher, Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and Berry Gordy.
A reported 1.6 million people registered online to receive the 8,750 pairs of free tickets offered to the public. The memorial services will be broadcast live on a number of networks, cable channels and radio stations beginning at 10 AM PST.
Michael Jackson Public Memorial Service
Tuesday, July 7, 2009, 10:00 AM
STAPLES Center, Los Angeles, California
Madonna Performs Jackson Tribute
"I don't care whether you're driving a hybrid or an SUV. If you're headed for a cliff, you have to change direction. That's what the American people called for in November, and that's what we intend to deliver."
People vying to be a part of the Michael Jackson memorial on Tuesday at the Staples Center can register for free tickets [here]. 11,000 tickets will be available for the Staples Center memorial, which will be broadcast around the world and across town at the Nokia Theatre.
"This is a memorial. I'm hoping that people have dignity. We're doing our best to accommodate the worldwide demand. For those who would try to take advantage of this, shame on them."
Tim Leiweke, president and CEO of AEG
The registration for tickets will end at 6 p.m. Saturday. 8,750 names will be drawn randomly for two tickets each to either the Staples Center or Nokia Theatre. Those getting tickets will be notified on Sunday between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. with instructions on picking up tickets and wristbands. [Ticket Registration]
Michael Jackson Memorial Set for Tue. in L.A.
Whitney Houston has been through hell the past few years and according to the debut single off her highly-anticipated album, "I Look To You," she didn't even know her own strength. Thankfully, she has found her strength, her voice, and her independence -- proof that sending Bobby Brown packing was the best thing that Whitney could of done for both her personal life and career. With the help of David Foster & Diane Warren, "I Didn't Know My Own Strength," announces that Whitney "The Voice" Houston is back, and that's something for fans to rejoice about.
Whitney Houston "I Didn't Know My Own Strength"
VH1 is bringing back their marquee 'Divas Live' show. Now you have the opportunity to see a riot of divas on the show in gold circle seats with VIP gift bags and an invitation to the official after party. Flights on JetBlue and hotel accommodations are included, so throw on your party frock, lock down your hair extensions and pump up your heels to get into the spirit of the event.
Previous divas appearing on the 'Divas Live' specials include Mariah Carey, Patti LaBelle, Celine Dion, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Diana Ross, Cher, Ashanti, Beyoncé, Aretha Franklin, Jessica Simpson, Mary J. Blige, Destiny's Child, Gloria Estefan, Shania Twain, Donna Summer, Faith Hill, Shakira, Lisa Marie Presley, LeAnn Rimes, Brandy, Cyndi Lauper, Anastacia, The Dixie Chicks, Stevie Nicks, RuPaul and Sir Elton John
Proceeds from the bidding on Charitybuzz benefit VH1's Save the Music Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring instrumental music education programs in America's public schools, and raising awareness about the importance of music education in America's public schools. Since 1997, VH1 Save the Music has provided $43 million worth of new musical instruments, donated to more than 1,600 public schools in more than 100 cities around the country and impacted the lives of more than 1.2 million public school students.
The 2009 edition of the multi-artist presentation takes place at the Brooklyn Academy of Music's Howard Gilman Opera House, on September 17. VH1 will air the show live. [Bid Here]
Two (2) seats in the gold circle at the show
Full access to hospitality area
Admittance to the official after party
Two (2) VIP gift bags
Two (2) JetBlue Roundtrip Travel Certificates to NY
Hotel accommodations
Transportation
Tina Turner & Elton John 'Proud Mary'
