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An operatic vocal groupBirth Date :
2001Birth Place :
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Album "Il Divo" (2005)
Video Premiere: Il Divo's 'The Winner Takes It All (Va Todo Al Ganador)'
November 04, 2008 11:11:23A music video in accompaniment of Il Divo's cover of "The Winner Takes It All" has arrived. The video is shot during an event and features the vocal group's live on-stage performance.
"Winner Takes It All" is a 1980 song performed by Swedish pop group ABBA. The song, covered by Il Divo, is renamed "The Winner Takes It All (Va Todo Al Ganador)" and confirmed to appear on their new album "The Promise". Produced by Steve Mac, the effort will be released globally on November 10, except in the U.S. and Canada, where it is scheduled to be dropped on November 18, and in Japan on November 26.
Il Divo to Release Fourth Album
August 06, 2008 12:08:45Pop vocal group Il Divo are set to drop their brand new album on November 18. This upcoming album will be produced by Steve Mac, a producer and songwriter who has worked with such famous superstars as Ronan Keating, Leona Lewis, Kelly Clarkson, Simon Webbe, Kate Winslet, Melanie C, and Clay Aiken.
This album which hasn't been named yet will be their fourth studio album after their successful "Siempre", which has sold over 1 million copies since it has been released on November 21, 2006. Some of the tracks confirmed to be in the album are "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "Amazing Grace", and "Hallelujah".
American Idol Absorbed Votes, Kept the Contestants
April 26, 2007 10:04:48
After the competition yesterday, Idol "Gives Back" its 6 contestants for next week round. Nobody was going home during the charity week. Seemingly announcing the result Ryan Seacrest who was accompanied by Kelly Clarkson and Celine Dion said, "All your favorites are still in the competition. How could we let anyone go on a charity night?"
This week, the Fox production switched its regular contest program to a fundraising night whereby huge stars were hand in hand to help raise the number of votes. For each vote coming in last night, a dollar will go to poor and starving children in States and Africa.
Barbra Streisand Sets the Date for "Live in Concert 2006"
March 24, 2007 10:03:21
Barbra Streisand's 20-concerts tour in 2006 not only resulted in the high gross tickets but also added extra pennies to Streisand's pocket. Streisand: The Tour will be made in hard copies under the title "Live in Concert 2006".
The double disc album containing Streisand's 23 golden hits will be out on May 8 via Columbia Records. It will feature songs such as "Unusual Way", "Funny Girl", "People" as well as Streisand's collaboration with Il Divo in "Evergreen", "The Music of the Night" and "Somewhere".
"Idols Give Back" in Place of Success Gained by American Idol Show
March 10, 2007 11:03:30
To celebrate the show's 200th episode, American Idol will hold a two nights show called "Idol Gives Back". Performers such as Gwen Stefani, Pink, Sacha Baron Cohen, Bono, Michael Buble, Annie Lennox, Josh Groban and Il Divo have been tapped in support of the show.
Introduced by host Ryan Seacrest in the Result Show on March 9, the performances that will be aired on April 24th and 25th are conducted in benefit of children in US and Africa. Its basic concept is to relief the poverty by raising money from every vote via phone or text message that comes in. As sponsors, Coke and AT&T will donate the money to several organizations including UNICEF, Global Fund, Save the Children, Nothing but Nets, and Malaria No More.
The 2007 Juno Nominees
February 09, 2007 08:02:28
This year Juno Awards, the Canada's version of the Grammys, sees the likes of Nelly Furtado, Billy Talent, and hip-hop artist k-os all vie for multiple nominations. Pop singer Nelly, who's been tapped to host the event on April 1st from Saskatoon, is nominated for the categories of Single of the Year for "Promiscuous", Juno Fan Choice, Album of the Year and Pop Album of the Year both for "Loose", and Artist of the Year.
Rock band Billy Talent, in the meantime, scores the nominations for Single of the Year and Video of the Year for "Devil In A Midnight Mass", Album of the Year and Rock Album of the Year both for "Billy Talent II", and Group of the Year. As of hip-hop artist k-os, he earns the nominations for Single of the Year for "Sunday Morning", Songwriter of the Year, Pop Album of the Year for "Atlantis: Hymns For Disco", Jack Richardson Producer of the Year, and Video of the Year.
The Top 10 on the US Album Charts in the Week Ended December 20th
December 21, 2006 10:12:55
Young Jeezy's sophomore album, "The Inspiration: Thug Motivation 102", debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. pop album charts Wednesday Dec 20th, selling over 350,000 units in its first week. Thanks to its single "I Luv It" which has entered the Top 10 on the R&B charts and has a successful run in the video market that the LP could reach the top spot on the Billboard 200.
Debut at No. 2 on the chart is Taylor Hicks' self-titled album selling 298,000 copies. Fellow American Idol winner Carrie Underwood, in the meantime, has her LP "Some Hearts" scoring the 6th spot, with another 199,000 copies sold.
The Billboard 200 Leading Debuts in the Week Ended Dec 10th
December 14, 2006 01:12:51
Debuting at No. 1 on the US album chart this week is Ciara. The pop sensation leads the pack in the busy album release week with "Ciara: The Evolution" sold 338,447 copies in the United States. The success of the album sales is jacked up by the success of its lead single, the ballad "Promise", which is currently at No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Following in on the 2nd spot of the Billboard 200 is the Eminem-branded multi-artist compilation "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up" which has been sold 309,000 copies in the week ended Sunday Dec 10th. Gwen Stefani's "The Sweet Escape" lands at No. 3 with 243,000 units. The chart's next best bows are the soundtrack to Disney's former chart-topper "Hannah Montana" at No. 4 with 243,000 units, ahead of the multi-label hits compilation "NOW 23" which slips one to No. 5 with 185,000.
Additional Show for Barbra Streisand's Toronto Fans
September 07, 2006 09:09:24
Fans of Barbra Streisand, especially those in Toronto, will get a special treatment from the music veteran. The diva has added another show for her fanatics there that they who missed out on tickets for her Oct. 17 show can now try to catch her on Oct. 20.
Tickets for the special gig will go on sale beginning Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. ET with price ranging from $85 to $550. There will be a six ticket limit per person.
Brandon Routh Still No.1 on AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz July 2006 Edition
August 02, 2006 01:08:51
Looks like the charm of Brandon Routh still works its magic effectively this time. Continuing to draw vast public attention, especially through his impressive portrayal of the titular hero in "Superman Returns", the actor has successfully maintained his position on the top spot of AceShowbiz.com's Celebrity Buzz of July 2006 edition, marking his second time in a row to be the best on the list.
On the second place, here comes Jenna Jameson who goes up one step higher from last month's position followed by newcomer Johnny Depp at 3rd, much thanks to his memorable reprised portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow in this summer's box office hit "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest." Great boost also strikes the beautiful Vida Guerra as she bounces 13 ranks from her last-month position to be the 4th best. Seating on the 5th rank is another newcomer, Carmen Electra, whose marriage to Dave Navarro sadly encountered its end in July.
Il Divo Tapped as A Guest Act on Barbra's Fall Tour
June 14, 2006 10:06:27
The tickets for Barbra Streisand's upcoming U.S. tour went on sale on Monday June 12, during which organizers announced that the classical-pop vocal quartet Il Divo will join her on the road as a guest act.
The tour, which actually is a 20-date charity trek, is set to begin October 4 at Philadelphia's Wachovia Center and will run through the end of November.
Chad Michael Murray Is #1 on ASB Buzz
May 03, 2006 06:05:53
Securing the very top position is Chad Michael Murray who goes straight to #1 after previously secured at #21. The American actor, model and teen idol has become talk of the town in the past few weeks concerning his being reported engaged to “One Tree Hill” crew member Kenzie Dalton. Rumors are abuzz on that matter that it leads the star to seize the leading position from T.I. who by now on slips to #5.
Next on the 2nd position is Oliver James, one place ahead of new entry John Legend at #3. Also make the list is pop diva Mariah Carey. The beauty, who has just produced original ring tones for “Pepsi Cool Tones & Motorola Phones” promo, is at the 4th position. Elsewhere, actress Lindsay Lohan who has just become the youngest ever waxwork at the famed Madame Tussaud’s museum in New York City, clings at #6.
AceShowbiz's Top 100 Celebrity Buzz in March 2006
April 01, 2006 12:04:08
AceShowbiz.com has published the March 2006 edition of its Celebrity Buzz, the Top 100 most popular celebrity search counting from readers search keywords and number of celebrity page views.
Placed at the leading position is T.I., the Georgia-based rapper who has been rapping since nine years old. It makes sense, in fact, considering that he has had his fourth album "King" released in March then had his film debut "ATL" hit theater at the end of the month.
Billboard 200's Top 10 Albums
February 16, 2006 10:02:51The Billboard 200 album chart in the week ended Sunday Feb 12, 2006 was dominated by Jack Johnson's "Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies for the Film Curious George" which soared to the top spot with 163,000 in sales. Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough" sold another 152,000 copies to hold at No. 2 while last week's No. 1, Barry Manilow's "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties," fell to No. 3.
Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" dropped to No. 4 followed close behind by Dem Franchize Boyz' "On Top of Our Game" at No. 5. While Il Divo's "Ancora" sticked at No. 6, Mariah Carey's "The Emancipation of Mimi" bounced from 14th to No. 7. Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway" was at No. 8, Eminem's "Curtain Call: The Hits" fell to No. 9, and closing the Top 10 was Jamie Foxx's "Unpredictable."
Music Performers Landed Their Feet on Album Charts
February 10, 2006 10:02:59Barry Manilow has landed his feet on the album charts, having his new set "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties" debuts at No 1 on the Billboard 200 selling 156,000 copies for the week ended Sunday Feb 5th, 2006. Sitting on the runner up position is Mary J. Blige's "The Breakthrough," while Andrea Bocelli's "Amore" is at 3rd sold 113,000 copies.
Debut at 4th position is "Unpredictable" by Jamie Foxx, which slips one from last week's position. Meanwhile, R&B singer Heather Headley has her album "In My Mind" selling 95,000 copies to open at number five. Last week's chart topper, Il Divo's "Ancora" slips to No. 6 with 93,000 copies, followed behind by Eminem's "Curtain Call" at No. 7 and Carrie Underwood's "Some Hearts" at No. 8. James Blunt's "Back to Bedlam" and Train's "For Me, It's You" both are the 9th and 10th in a row.
Billboard 200's Top Ten Albums
February 02, 2006 12:02:27Finally the battle for top spot of Billboard 200 between Jamie Foxx and Mary J. Blige has ended as pop-opera group Il Divo sneaks in to take the honor on the chart by Wednesday, February 1 through "Ancora." With 156,000 copies sold for the week ended Sunday, January 29 as counted by Nielsen SoundScan, the record scored a significant note on the chart for its success marks the first time an album topped the Billboard 200 without a radio single since Radiohead's "Kid A" in 2000.
Securing the second rank, Josh Turner came in with his sophomore effort, "Your Man", followed by Foxx's "Unpredictable" on number 3 and Blige's "The Breakthrough" on number 4. Placed in order, the next 6 are "Lights and Sounds" by Yellowcard, "Now #1s" by various artists, "Some Hearts" by Carrie Underwood, "Curtain Call" by Eminem, "Testify" by P.O.D., and "High School Musical" by various artists.
UK Album Charts Top Holders
December 13, 2005 03:12:58Eminem is starting a brand new success in music industry. The rapper's greatest hits compilation "Curtain Call - The Hits" has stayed at number one for a second week in the UK album charts. The 2nd position is held by Robbie Williams' "Intensive Care," which soon followed by Westlife's "Face To Face" at No. 3.
The has just comeback music group Take That secures the 4th place with their "Never Forget - The Ultimate Collection." No. 5 is Madonna's "Confessions On A Dance Floor," one place ahead of Il Divo's "Ancora" at No. 6. No. 7 to No. 10 in a row is James Blunt's "Back To Bedlam," Sugababes' "Taller In More Ways," Kelly Clarkson's "Breakaway," and The Pussycat Dolls' "PCD."
