Video Roundup: The Weeknd, Beyonce, And Jason Derulo

I know that I’ve been acting a fool but I was busy with exams (ended two weeks ago) and then worked as well (ended on Wednesday), so that meant less time blogging. But I didn’t forget to watch a few videos that are sure to entertain you (or not).

Beyonce – “Dance For You”

Firstly, we’ll start with Beyonce’s video for her song “Dance For You”. Just like most of The Dream’s rejected tracks (see Rihanna’s “Do Ya Thang”), “Dance For You” is an example of great mid-tempo song that was neglected and discarded to the bonus track territory, yet having the potential to set the mood for any $2 ho to shake what Dr. 901210 made her.

Jason Derulo Prepares For His Biggest UK Tour

Jason Derulo is about to embark on his biggest UK tour when he returns to the country in February 2012.

The singer has revealed that he will be playing at eight arenas across the UK to support his latest second studio album, Future History. The eight-date tour will include his largest London show to date as he is scheduled to play at the Wembly Arena on March 1st. The tour will start in Glasgow on February 23 and will conclude in Newcastle on March 3.

Jason Derulo Reveals “Future History” Tracklisting

Hitmaker Jason Derulo is finally ready to release his second studio album “Future History”. The album release is precedent by his two hit singles “Don’t Wanna Go Home” and “It Girl”. It set to be released on September 26.

I’ve enjoyed both of his singles thus far (although “Don’t Wanna Go Home” lacks originality) and I’ll be anticipating the album. This album’s performance will be interesting because his singles are not as big as the previous albums’. I hope that he’ll at least go platinum worldwide like he did with his debut album.

Look below the jump for the tarcklisting.

1. Don't Wanna Go Home
2. It Girl
3. Breathing
4. Be Careful
5. Make It Up As We Go
6. Fight for You
7. Pick Up The Pieces
8. Givin' Up
9. Bleed Out
10. My Shhh
11. X
12. Dumb

Source: [Blazingswarm]

Jason Derulo Premieres 'It Girl' Video

Jason Derulo unveiled the video for his second single ‘It Girl’ which has been getting constant plays on my phone. The Collin Tilley-directed video features black-and-white shots of Jason snuggling with “Gossip Girl” star Tika Sumpter and shows Jason exuding brilliant footwork, while other scenes feature vintage shots of the singer in dapper suits, along with solo scenes of him dancing on the beach.

“For the video, I wanted it to be an open book,” the 21-year-old singer told MTV News. “I wanted it to be almost like a photo album, so every single scene is kind of like a picture that you’re kind of looking into our relationship. So it is a 1920s vibe, it’s black and white, very high fashion—you know, you’ll see me very dapper in 1920s, Frank Sinatra-ish.”

While the video lacked a plot, it was beautiful and is another indication of Collin Tilley’s talent. The shots in the forest and outside of the house were avant garde and showed that Jason can be creative and Collin knows how to reincarnate an artists’ vision. I personally enjoyed the video's sophistication and I’ve been impressed with his videos this era. They’re better than his first.

Jason’s Moonwalk on the grass>>> your faves attempting it, yet end up looking like Frankenstein’s drugged slave on stage!

Jason Derulo's "Future History" will be released September 27.

Source: [Coco & Creme] [ Rap-Up]

Jason Derulo Releases 'Future History' Trailer

Check out the newly released trailer for Jason Derulo’s second studio album, “Future History”. The trailer showcases Jason talking about his family, the feeling of releasing his first record, and about the risks he has taken for the project. It’s a really good trailer, intersected with Jason’s overall performances throughout his career.

You can also check out his performances at the Teen Choice Awards and America’s Got Talent. Is it me or is Jason’s label actually doing great promotion and single-wise? His album only comes out in September, yet he has two singles out already. I have a feeling that I’ll be one of the only few enjoying his album.

Jason Derulo Finds His "It Girl" On Second Single

It’s no secret that Jason Derulo is a good hit maker and songwriter. He is an excellent dancer and could be better performance-wise. Jason wants to show us his more sensitive side on his new single “It Girl”.

Although it sounds a bit generic, “It Girl” strips Jason from the usual auto-tuned vocals that we’re used to from Jason and shows us his real vocals. Let’s be real – he is not the best singer, but he is a better singer than Chris Brown.

The radio-friendly track starts off with a gentle whistle and a strummed guitar, before he kicks off with the song which clearly has pinches of his Haitian heritage sprinkled over it. It’s a really catchy song.

“It Girl” should do well on the radio and will be released as the second single off of Jason’s sophomore album, “Future History”. 

Jason Derulo Shows Off His Steps On 'Future History' Cover

Jason Derulo shows off his dancing moves on the album cover of his sophomore album “Future History”, due September 27.

The album has so far spawned his hit single “Don’t Wanna Go Home”, which has led to the upcoming release of a second single “It Girl”. The Colin Tilley-directed video has already been shot and will be premiering soon.

“The new album is a bunch of reinventions,” Jason previously said to Rap-Up about the album. “I’ve experienced so much in these last two years. When I recorded my first record I was 19 years old and now I’m 21. This record is completely different from the last.”

I’ll be getting my copy as soon as I get paid. This cover is way better that his previously uninspired debut cover. 

Jason Derulo featured in Vanity Fair

Jason Derulo has started with his promotion!

The singer recently scored a feature in Vanity Fair magazine, which has a short paragraph of him talking about his music and what he is capable of doing.

“Ah, I’m still growing”, he says. “Knowing music, knowing the keys, the quarter notes, for me that’s important. You can’t rely on other people to know it for you. It’s the same with life. You don’t want to put your success in their hands”.

He also states that he feels most alive on stage: “I love it. The person on stage is still me, just a more flamboyant version. It’s Super Jason, with everything enhanced”.

The singer also released a picture of him on set of his latest video, “It Girl”, which will be directed by director of the moment Colin Tilley. The video model will be Tika Sumpter and no release date has been confirmed as of yet.

His latest single “Don’t Wanna Go Home” has been my new workout song! It’s already hit #1 in the UK and the top 20 in the U.S. I can’t wait to hear what he has planned, as I enjoyed his debut, albeit he should use less auto-tune.

Source: [Derulo Daily]

Behind The Scenes: Jason Derulo on the set of 'Don't Wanna Go Home'

Jason Derulo gets soaked and flashy in his music video for his brand new single ‘Don’t Wanna Go Home’, off of his sophomore studio album, “Future History”. The single is has been released on Monday, May 23 with a video premiere on Wednesday, May 25.

The various scenes include dancers lying over Jason on a coach, dancing in the rain in a warehouse, and brilliantly creating a dance shoot with actual flash lights.

As expected, the song has tremendously grown onto me and I can easily play it if I want to have a great time, although it heavily lacks creativity. Let’s hope that he won’t suffer the dreaded sophomore slump, as I feel that he is underrated and can utilize his talents more if he uses less auto tune and learns that less is more when it comes to performing.

You can watch the video below, as it is one of his best videos to date.

Artists gear up for Wango Tango

The one-day annual festival has landed its hands on a number of artists for this years performances. Ke$ha, Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, T-Pain and Lupe Fiasco are scheduled to perform at the annual one-day festival. The iconic Britney Spears will be a “special guest host”.

Presented by KISS FM and hosted by its morning host/ “American Idol” host Ryan Seacrest, this years festival will take place at Los Angeles’ Staples Center on Saturday, May 14. More artists such as Jason Derulo, Matthew Morrison from “Glee”, Far East Movement, New Boyz, Cobra Starship and Cody Simpson are expected to perform.

A VIP pre-sale began on Friday and the general onsale launches April 2 at 10 a.m. PST. For more information, click here for the Wango Tango website and here for KIIS FM.

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