Rihanna Performing Next Month
Rihanna is set for a show in the United Arab Emirates May 28th.
According to managing director Yassin Matbouly,
“We have been working to bring Rihanna to the region for a while now but it has never been the right time for one reason or another,” said Matbouly. “This time everything worked out and the gig will more than likely be the last outdoor concert before the summer — and one not to miss.
We will find the perfect venue and then just like Rihanna the surprises will begin as Vibe never brings a show without a few extras.”
Though a venue has not yet been decided, Rihanna has signed off on her 38-page rider, which includes such specifics as anti-bacterial soap, 3 whole lemons, and teaspoons – not stirrers.
“It will be the best concert the region has ever seen and we will stop at nothing,” said Yassin Matbouly, managing director. Unlike some other stars who perform in the country, Rihanna’s star is burning bright at the moment. “She didn’t used to be famous, or is going to be famous — she is famous, right now,” he emphasised. “She is incredible and she wants to come to the Middle East for the people of the whole region, not just the UAE.”
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The 2009 GLAMOUR Women of the Year Awards
RiRi has been nominated in the 2009 GLAMOUR Women of the Year Awards in the category ”International Musician/Solo Artist”. The award will be honouring the best female talent from across the globe on Tuesday June 2nd. Click Here to vote.
Don’t forget to vote for Rihanna in the MTV Music Awards Japan, Vote Here.
Nominees:
GLAMOUR Women of the Year Awards
”International Musician/Solo Artist”
o Alicia Keys
o Beyoncé
o Britney Spears
o Christina Aguilera
o Katy Perry
o Kylie
o Lady Gaga
o Madonna
o Pink
o Rihanna
o Robyn
MTV Music Awards Japan
”Best Hip Hop Video”
o KANYE WEST – Heartless
o KREVA – Akasatanahamayarawawon
o LIL WAYNE – Lollipop feat.STATIC
o TERIYAKI BOYZ® – ZOCK ON! feat.Pharrell & Busta Rhymes
o TI – Live Your Life feat. RIHANNA
”Best Collaboration Video”
o MADONNA – 4 Minutes feat. JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE & TIMBALAND
o NELLY and FERGIE – Party People
o Kaela Kimura + Scha Dara Parr – Hey! Hey! Alright
o TI – Live Your Life feat. RIHANNA
o Anna Tsuchiya feat.AI – Crazy World
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Chris Brown Over Rihanna?
Only a few days ago, Chris Brown was spotted at a tatto parlor shop in L.A with Natalie Mejia, of Girlicious. He was said to be back on with his ex ex girlfriend Erica Jackson.
“He did go to a tattoo parlor with someone from the studio named Dean. There was a woman there who was a friend of Dean [Natalie]. There is no truth to this at all. Chris does not know the woman nor does he know the name of the woman.”
Natalie – “It’s true we did visit a tattoo parlor together, but I can’t say if we got anything done because that is personal.”
According to Hollyscoop, Chris met Erica, a University of Mary Washington student, in his hometown of Virginia.
A source tells that Rihanna knew about Erica and the fact that she was in L.A with Chris, though it’s uncertain wether she’s aware of Natalie.
“They [Erica] dated back in the day and reconnected a few weeks ago when Chris was in town,”
“They’ve been spending a lot of time together, but things only really heated up over the last two weeks.”
Chris’ reps were quick to deny the story claiming there is “no truth to this at all.”
Another source tells: ”It is true she [Rihanna] is trying to move on with her life but it would totally crush her if she ran into him with another female.”
But a source close to Chris says:
“Chris was spending time with Rihanna over the last weekend. There is nothing for Rihanna to be jealous of.”
Click Here to view photos of Chris Brown and Natalie Mejia.
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Chris Brown’s Mother Visits Rihanna
Brown’s mother, sister and brother paid the Barbados beauty a visit at her Los Angeles home on April 9. After two hours, the stone-faced trio (flanked by a bodyguard) left her house with a suitcase in hand. Were they trying to get the two back together or were they picking up Brown’s belongings? The question remains.
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Gallery Update: Rihanna At Grandparents Anniversary In Barbados
In Early April, Rihanna went to Barbados to celebrate her grandparents 50th anniversary, Lionel and Clara Brathwaite. Here’s a couple of pics:
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Sham Ibrahim Turns Battered Rihanna Photo To Art – April 10th
WTV covers Celebrity Artist Sham Ibrahim in his house and gets the truth in his own words about the whole Rihanna drama. Sham Ibrahim drew a portrait of Rihanna regarding the incident with Chris Brown, and people got mad. Click here to watch the Press Conference.
“Thought the bruises in the police photo were interesting shapes to draw. And it was cool to colour them pink and blue. Those are two of my favourite colours.
There is no message to any of my art,” he said. “It’s meant to look cool hanging on your wall and that’s it! I’m not into deep meanings.”
Pictures Source – WireIMAGE
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Beyonce Jealous Of Rihanna?
There is rumors about Beyoncé being jealous 39-year-old Jay Z’s support for 21-year-old Rihanna.
An insider tells: “She’s also not happy he’s promoting a fragrance with her after cancelling plans to launch one with Beyoncé.”
Read Here About the Perfume Deal with Parlux Fragrances.
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Rihanna at LAX – April 12th
Yesterday RiRi was spotted at the L.A airport with her crew. Look at her colorful sneakers! Click here to watch a video of RiRi partying at a N.E.R.D concert in Kansas City, April 11th.
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Rihanna Back In The Studio – April 10th
Rihanna hits the recording studio to reportedly lay down some tracks for her upcoming album on friday in Santa Monica, CA.
Pictures Source – JustJared
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Rihanna Said to Work With Ryan Tedder and Max Martin On Upcoming Album
Ryan, who is a singer and Grammy-nominated songwriter and record producer, has written and produced songs for various artists. Widely considered as a sought after songwriter in music industry, he is best known as the frontman of band OneRepublic. As for Max, he is known as a Grammy-nominated music producer and songwriter. He has crafted songs for a number of famous singers, like Britney Spears and Pink.
In related news, The Prophet also reports Def Jam has revealed its confidence that Rihanna’s upcoming effort will be a hit. The label even refers to the album as “monster album”. Greater than that, it is also said many producers have been trying hard to get their songs featured on the not-yet-titled set.
Despite the mounting claims, there has yet confirmation or denial outed by Def Jam. Both Ryan and Max also have not yet offered a single clue on their alleged collaboration with Rihanna.
Rihanna’s new album reportedly is planned to be dropped sometime before the end of this year. Chicago acid house pioneer Adonis is believed to be in charged for its production process. Two new tracks titled “We Own the Night” and “Pretty Girl Blues” off the effort have been finished and are expected to be outed soon.
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