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Jay-Z Wants To Shoot Two More Videos From Blueprint 3

However, he says he probably will not film one for 'Stranded (Haiti Mon Amour).'
By Shaheem Reid

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Photo: MTV News

"On to the Next One" is Jay-Z's current single, but that doesn't mean he's ready to move past his latest hit LP, The Blueprint 3. Hov said he's thinking about two more videos from his opus.

"I wanna shoot 'Venus vs. Mars,' " he told MTV News last weekend in Dallas. "I may shoot two — I shot 'Run This Town' [and 'D.O.A. (Death of Auto Tune)'], I been shooting two at the same time. I'll probably shoot 'Venus' and maybe 'A Star Is Born.' But I definitely wanna shoot 'Venus' — I got an amazing concept in my mind."

However, he said he doesn't think he'll shoot a clip for "Stranded (Haiti Mon Amour)," which he, Rihanna and members of U2 performed during MTV's "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon.

"I don't think there will be a video," he explained. "The number is ridiculous as far as the [money generated by the Hope For Haiti Now] album. I'm excited about the whole effort we put into the telethon. I don't think it's entertainment, I think it's a real thing. It's helping real people through a real tough time, and we'll just move on from there."

While out in Dallas for the NBA All-Star Game, Jay also told MTV News that he wasn't sure when a new album is coming, but he did have one song for it already.

"I don't know," he said. "I didn't really start yet. I got a couple of scraps and I got a couple of ideas. I didn't really go into the studio yet. I've been toying with ideas and direction and things like that.

"I got one crazy record," he added. "To be honest with you, it's crazy. I got one and we'll build from there. Whether it comes out this year or next year, it depends on the music and how it's coming out. I don't really have any dates."

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Drake: Next Kanye West Album Will Be 'One Of The Best Of Last 10 Years'

'Kanye West shaped a lot of what I do, as far as music goes,' the young MC says of working with the superstar producer/rapper.
By Jayson Rodriguez

Drake in <i>GQ</i> magazine
Photo: Paola Kudacki/GQ

Drake is hard at work on his forthcoming major-label debut and has tallied some time in the studio with Kanye West, so far, among others.

The So Far Gone rapper revealed to GQ that he'd spent some time in Hawaii recently with West working on his album as well as the Chicago superstar's next effort.

The Lil Wayne protégé may be hip-hop's next big thing, but he told the magazine — which featured the Toronto native in a dress-shirt selection photo spread — when it comes to dividing 'Ye's attention between both projects, it's not exactly a 50/50-type thing.

"More like we work on his album until he gets tired," Drake joked about the process. "His album is going to be one of the best hip-hop albums of the last 10 years."

The 808s & Heartbreak rapper has had a huge influence on Drake's career, even before they collaborated on the shoot for "Best I Ever Had" — last year Drake spoke to MTV News about West's work, which he credited with shaping his own career.

"Before I ever got the chance to meet him, Kanye West shaped a lot of what I do, as far as music goes," Drake said. "We always, always, always took the time to listen to Kanye's music and appreciate it beyond. We searched the samples and we find out where his inspiration came from, because he has one of the best ears in music, period. He knows how to recognize great music that's not his. He knows how to utilize great sounds and great music. So before I met him, I had the utmost respect for Kanye West. I'd even go as far as to say he's the most influential person, as far as a musician, that I'd ever had in my life."

West has kept a low profile in recent months following his stunt involving Taylor Swift at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. And although his behavior has been admonished, West remains popular among his fans, ranging from kids to adults. The range in West's fanbase is something Drake has also been praised for, which the younger MC credited to the combination of his foul mouth and clean image.

"I say 'bitch' and sh— like that, but I'm parent-approved," he said, poking fun at himself. "Parents are like, 'That's an intelligent young man, that Drake.' "

Do you think Kanye West's next album will be one of the best ever in hip-hop history? Who do you think will have the better album: Drake or Kanye? Let us know in the comments below, or upload a video to Your.MTV.com!

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Hogans Settle With Car Crash Victim

Hulk and Nick Hogan settled the lawsuit filed against them by John Graziano, the victim of Nick's reckless driving.

David R. Houston, the Hogan's attorney, would not reveal the terms of the settlement and is "pleased as this was in the best interest of John." He continued that the decision was "as painless as possible" for families.

And for once, Linda was ahead of the game! She was also sued for the incident and reached a settlement with the Graziano family last month.

[Image via WENN.]

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Justin Timberlake, Timbaland Team Up For 'Carry Out' Video

Clip features French maids serving the duo chocolate cake and cherries.
By Hillary Crosley

Timbaland and Justin Timberlake in the video for "Carry Out"
Photo: Interscope Records

Super producer Timbaland teamed up with Justin Timberlake in the video for their duet "Carry Out," released Friday (February 19) — and chocolate cake and cherries, not models, were the eye candy.

Donning a white jacket and white baseball cap, Justin sang, "Take my order, 'cause your body's like a carry-out/ Lemme work it to your body till it's lights-out/ Turn me on now baby." "Carry Out," a southern term used for restaurants where customers primarily pick up their orders, is Timbaland's third single from Shock Value II, which also features collaborations with Esthero, Drake, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus, among others. This particular video showcases Timabland and Timberlake's chemistry as they dance and rap while models dressed as waitresses and French maids take their orders.

"I could feed you mama, you could feed me," the pair chant during the second verse.

The clip ends with each model biting into a piece of chocolate cake with a smile, proving that food is still the way to a man's heart.

Timbaland — who recently said that he's done with hip-hop production — and Timberlake have a long history of collaborating together, most notably on Justin's sophomore solo album, 2006's FutureSex/LoveSounds where the duo played with Prince-like rhythms and electronica, culminating in the ubiquitous single "My Love" featuring T.I. Last month during the producer/rapper's Hollywood show at the House of Blues, Timberlake joined his friend onstage for a performance of "Carry Out" along with "SexyBack" and "My Love."

Justin also recently showed his clothing line, William Rast, during New York Fashion Week. The singer described the collection as a bridge between music and fashion.

"Well, I think since the beginning of rock and roll, people have wanted to dress like rock stars," he told MTV News backstage at his label's fashion show. "I still find old Mick Jagger jackets that I wish I could pull out of his closet or something. Of course, they wouldn't fit me — very tight. I think we all want to dress like rock stars."

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Brooke Mueller In Rehab to "Get Her Life Back on Track"

Don't expect to hear any rehab woes from Brooke Mueller. Immediately following her Feb. 8 court appearance with embattled hubby Charlie Sheen, Mueller checked herself into the Canyon...

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At Least J. Lo Tried!

Watch Jenny lipsynch her way through What Is Love?, the fab song we think should have been the lead single off her new album, at Italy's San Remo Festival!

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Nadine Speaks On Girls Aloud

Although Kimberly Walsh suggested that the reason the next Girls Aloud album is being held up is purely because of Nadine Coyle, yet she thinks the accusation is a bunch of bullshiz!

"Laughing at people suggesting i'm holding up GA. Really?? Let's be realistic. Open your eyes. It's made out like I have all the power woaw," Nadine Tweeted.

Meow!

They need to wrap this up because we don't care whose fault it is! We just want another Girls Aloud album!

P.S. CLICK HERE to "follow" Perez on Twitter!

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Brooke Mueller In Rehab to "Get Her Life Back on Track"

Don't expect to hear any rehab woes from Brooke Mueller. Immediately following her Feb. 8 court appearance with embattled hubby Charlie Sheen, Mueller checked herself into the Canyon...

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'American Idol' Castoff Angela Martin Gets Big Surprise From Ellen DeGeneres

DeGeneres surprises Martin by promising her a Kara DioGuardi song, aims for label deal.
By Hillary Crosley

Angela Martin on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Friday
Photo: Warner Bros.

"American Idol" contestant Angela Martin may have lost the competition, but her resilience earned her a helping hand from talk show host and fourth "Idol" judge Ellen DeGeneres on Friday (February 19).

Martin made it to the Hollywood round of the show, but wasn't selected to continue on to the final competition.

"I was preparing myself to be strong and talk to you guys, but then I saw the pictures of my daughter and I just fell apart," Martin, 28, told DeGeneres. "Like, if I fail, how am I gonna tell her Mommy didn't make it?"

However, after her dismissal, DeGeneres invited the young mother, whose daughter is 10, to appear and perform on her talk show. Martin sang a rendition of Alicia Keys' "Superwoman" with musical accompaniment by "American Idol" pianist and background musician Michael Orland and received a standing ovation from the audience.

"Everybody knows your name now," said DeGeneres. "Everybody is on your side. People are calling me going, 'What happened? She was amazing!' " (MTV News' "American Idol" expert Jim Cantiello feels the same way.)

For that reason, DeGeneres recruited the talent of "Idol" judge and hit songwriter Kara DioGuardi to surprise the vocalist.

"I have a little surprise for you: Kara DioGuardi is going to write you a song," DeGeneres told a surprised Martin. "You're going in a studio. She's going to produce a song for you and we're gonna get you a record label [deal]!! See how things turn out?"

While today was a dream come true for the Chicago native, life has not always been so kind. During her first audition, the singer's father was murdered by her stepmother and her daughter suffers from Rett Syndrome, which causes seizures. Finally, her mother, Viola Brown Martin, has been missing since December 26. Still, Martin is upbeat and says she relies on prayer to raise her spirits.

"You have had your share of really bad luck and some sad things happening in your life, but your attitude is so amazing because you keep getting back up," DeGeneres told Martin. "You represent something to a lot of people out there. They're going to look at you and say 'if she can do it I can do it.' You don't let anything get you down, I love that about you. Don't ever give up! Never!"

Get your "Idol" fix on MTV News' "American Idol" page, where you'll find all the latest news, interviews and opinions.

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