Elton John Rips Madonna at the Golden Globes

The feud between Elton John and Madonna re-emerged yesterday as both artists were competing against each other for the Golden Globes in the Best Song category.

Minutes before the ceremony, Elton John was asked by Carlson Daly at the red carpet about his feeling towards the tough competition he was up against to which he replied:

"Madonna doesn't have a f***ing chance of winning tonight."

As we all know now, Madonna finally took the award home much to Elton´s surprise but this only fueled the bitterness between them as, later on, Elton´s husband (David Furnish) took his Facebook to criticize the Queen of Pop:

"Madonna. Best song???? F**k off!!! Madonna winning Best Original Song truly shows how these awards have nothing to do with merit. Her acceptance speech was embarrassing in its narcissism."

Madonna, on the other hand, was asked backstage about the incident (video above) and this is what she had to say about Elton:

"I hope he speaks to me for the next couple of years. He's been known to get mad at me so I don't know. He's brilliant and I adore him so he'll win another award. I don't feel bad!"

What are your thoughts on this? Should Elton John apologize to Madonna?

Madonna First Promo Picture for "Truth or Dare"

 Madonna is preparing to release her first fragrance, "Truth or Dare" and  a brand new promotional picture for the perfume has been revealed!

 The picture was shot by Mert and Marcus and Madonna looks absolutely stunning and glamorous!

 Click on the photograph for better quality.

 What do you guys think?

Madonna Confirmed for Superbowl Performance

 The rumour has now become a reality. Madonna has been confirmed as the performer for the Superbowl Halftime Show next year.

 NFL and Madonna.com confirmed the news with the following statement:

 "We are happy to confirm that Madonna will perform in the Bridgestone Super Bowl XLVI Halftime Show at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Sunday, February 5, as announced during tonight's game on NBC! The Material Girl has partnered with a creative team from Cirque du Soleil, Jamie King, and multimedia artists from Moment Factory, to create a signature performance for the Super Bowl's Halftime Show, which will be broadcast worldwide."

 Are you guys excited for Madonna´s performance? 

Kylie Minogue Speaks About Madonna

 We always love to find out what one fellow superstar thinks about another, specially when they are both pop icons.

 Just recently, Kylie Minogue sat down for an interview and was asked about Madonna.

 Being the doll that she is, Kylie had only nice things to say about the Queen of Pop.

 Check it out on the video above!

 Wouldn´t it be amazing if they collaborated in the future?

Madonna´s New Single "Give Me All Your Love"

 Two snippets from what could be Madonna´s upcoming new single, Give Me All Your Love, have leaked!

 The track is produced by Martin Solveig but we are still unsure if this is part of an early demo version or the finished song.

 UPDATE: The full demo version of the new Madonna song has leaked. Give it a listen!

Madonna Album News and Super Bowl Performance

A lot of rumours are flying around these days about Madonna.

 According to multiple sources the Queen of Pop has already completed 9 songs on her upcoming new studio album, a pop dance record which is being produced by William Orbit, Solveg and Benny Benassi.

 The first single is a track called Give Me All Your Love, and will feature guest artists MIA and Nicky Minaj. The song will be performed live for the first time at the Superbowl  in Indianapolis on February 5, 2012 along with four of Madonna´s greatest hits. The album cover will be shot sometime before the end of the year.

 Moreover, Madonna has penned and recorded a new ballad that may be included on the soundtrack of her upcoming movie, W.E. although it is not confirmed yet if it will be included on her next album as well.

 As if that wasn´t enough, she has recently released a funny video with her daughter Lourdes where they both announce the search for the new face of their clothing line, Material Girl.  Check it out below!

Seems that fans of the singer are in for a treat next year.

 Are you guys excited?

Madonna Premieres "W.E." at London Film Festival

 Madonna attended the premiere of her new film as a director, W.E., at London´s Film Festival in Leicester Square.

 Looking fantastic, the singer and director admitted to being nervous at the fact that she was presenting her film at a British audience for the very first time:

 'It's slightly nerve-wracking because it's about a British king, it's predominantly filmed in Britain, it's a British production, most of my actors are English and I know the British can be tough critics. But I hope they like it.'

 

 Click below to watch a video of the singer at the premiere!



Madonna Rumoured to Perform at 2012 Superbowl

  In what has come as a pleasant surprise to many fans around the world, Madonna is being heavily rumoured to be performing at the Super Bowl XLVI Halftime Show in February 2012.

 However, at this time neither the NFL or Madonna´s publicist have denied or confirm this. 

 It certainly would make sense due to the heavy promotion this would mean for her upcoming new studio album which will be released at the beginning of next year.

 Although this would be the first time she would perform at this event, Madonna was slated to appear once before on 2000 but pulled out of the show due to scheduling conflicts.

 For now, we´ll just have to stay tuned for a confirmation or denial from her people.

 Would you like Madonna to perform at the Super Bowl´s halftime show? Sound off in the comments!

Madonna Speaks About New Album

 As we recently reported, Madonna has been busy in Venice promoting her film W.E., and attending the Gucci Award for Women in Cinema gala. 

While speaking to the press about her experience as a director, Madonna was asked about her next studio album and the Queen of Pop dropped a few hints about when we can expect to listen to her new music.

 Click on the video below to watch! (Madonna speaks about her new album towards the end of the clip.)

Red Carpet Report: Madonna "W.E." Red Carpet Premiere at the 68th Venice International Film Festival

La Madonna...

Madonna in Vionnet, Palazzo del Cinema, 68th Venice International Film Festival "W.E" Premiere

Tonight, the first day of September 2011, in the fabulous Italian city of Venice in the Palazzo del Cinema, Madonna GAVE it to them!!! The occasion: The Venice International Film Festival Premiere of her directorial debut, "W.E" the melodrama that chronicles the loves and lives of twice-divorced Wallis Simpson and Britain's Kind Edward VIII.

Actors Andrea Riseborough and James D'Arcy, as Wallis Simpson and Edward VIII in "W.E."

Wallis Simpson and Edward Duke of Windsor

I wrote about the Arianne Phillips-costume designed wardrobe HERE, in case you want to take a look at the fashions--as well as what THE Wallis Simpson and her husband, the Duke of Windsor, wore.

Group Couture: "W.E" Director Madonna, with actors James D'Arcy, Andrea Riseborough, Abbie Cornish and Oscar Isaac , at the 68th Venice International Film Festival "W.E." Premiere.

At tonight's Premiere in Venezia, Madonna wore a lilac-colored, armhole-cowl gown from the House of Vionnet featuring red sequined applique butterflies. She accessorized it with matching red sunglasses.

Violet Goddess: "W.E" Actress Abbie Cornish was there and wore Atelier Versace Spring 2011, a violet-colored Mermaid-shaped strapless Sweetheart-neckline Bustier gown with degrade' shading.

Atelier Back: This Atelier Versace gown--if ordered and purchased could go for $100,000. Just so you know...



Venice Ball: Andrea Riseborough, the English actress who played the part of Wallis Simpson, wore Christian Dior Fall 2009 Haute Couture--another $100,000+ gown. Incidentally, during the actual Dior Haute Couture Runway Show almost three years ago (collection was designed by the fired John Galliano), this ensemble was shown as a Ball Gown Skirt and Bra Top. A strapless draped silk bustier was added...for red carpet purposes...

Horsehair and Tulle: Madonna, Actresses Andrea Riseborough and Abbie Cornish (and Harvey Weinstein in the far top right) Palazzo del Cinema, 68th Venice International Film Festival "W.E." Premiere

Other Notables Present Included:

Designer Valentino Garavani, tan--and fabulous--as always.

Joaquin Cortes--Spanish Flamenco wunderkid and former "flame" of Madonna

Madonna Promotes W.E. in Venice

 Madonna was in Venice today to promote her second film as a director, W.E., and attended a press conference to speak about the movie.

The singer and now director also took the time to mention how her former husbands, Sean Penn and Guy Ritchie inspired her and her thoughts about The King´s Speech similarities to her project.

 Click below to watch a clip!

Compare and Contrast: Duke and Duchess of Windsor-- Madonna's "W.E" Movie Costumes & The Real Thing!

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For their September 2011 issue, Vanity Fair just published photos by Tom Munro from Madonna's (Happy Belated Birthday!) feature-length directorial debut "W.E".

Madonna, the Director

"W.E." is a film on the lives of Wallis Simpson and Britain's Kind Edward VIII, who abdicated the throne to marry the twice-divorced Simpson. She became Duchess of Windsor when they married in 1937.



Academy Award-nominated Costume Designer--and longtime Madonna style collaborator Arianne Phillips (above) designed the costumes (GORGEOUS!!!). According to Phillips, she worked with design houses such as Cartier, Dior and Dunhill for the 60+ costume changes for the actors playing the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.

Costume Encounter: (Left to Right) Nick Verreos, Costume Designer Monique Prudhomme, Costume Designer Arianne Phillips, and fellow Project Runway Season 2 Designer Andrae Gonzalo

In the film, British-born actors Andrea Riseborough and James D’Arcy play the Duchess and Duke respectively. I thought it would be fun to "Compare & Contrast" between the Vanity Fair photos from the film--and the actual COUTURE the Duke and Duchess of Windsor wore (as seen through available photographs, of course). Let's take a look at some of the photos from the film with actors:

Striped Daywear: Actors D'Arcy and Riseborough--Notice the impeccable mitering (stripes matching) in her dress--that is COUTURE darling!!!

Zig-Zag Diva: Actors Riseborough and D'Arcy lounging for cocktail hour

Home Sweet (Couture) Home: Actress Andrea Riseborough, wearing Dior and Cartier jewels

Hosting Pair: Actors Riseborough and D'Arcy playing the Duchess and Duke of Windsor

The Schiaparelli Jacket, ordered by Wallis Simpson: Wallis purchased 18 items from the Elsa Schiaparelli Summer 1937 Collection for her Marriage Trousseau to the Duke of Windsor, including a gown and jacket combination of carbon blue jersey (above). The Baroque scrolls on the jacket were white leather.

Wallis Simpson--in her Schiaparelli ensemble--photographed by Cecil Beaton

Wedding Day: The Duke and Duchess of Windsor at Chateau De Conde France 1937; The simple crepe gown was designed and created by Mainbocher, a Chicago-born Paris Couturier and Paris Vogue Fashion Illustrator (his actual name was Main Rousseau Bocher). The Duke wore a Morning Suit. Her Trousseau consisted of almost 70 garments, including the above Schiaparelli suit-gown, many Chanel's and others. Diva.



Garden Chic: In 1937, Wallis Simpson posed for Vogue in a Schiaparelli evening gown that had a lobster printed on its skirt. Salvador Dalí designed the print, which also featured sprigs of parsley. The Vogue spread was intended to introduce readers to Mrs. Simpson, who in July of that year would marry Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor and abdicated King of England.

Lobster Couture: The Schiaparelli-designed Salvador Dalí-printed gown

Color Blocking: The Duke and Duchess of Windsor--and their dog--Miami, circa 1941--Between his ascot, her Cartier pin and turban, and their colored ensembles...well, I think this may be one of the fiercest "Holiday" photos ever!

Nipped In: The Duke and Duchess of Windsor, circa 1946

Resort Wear: The Duke and Duchess of Windsor vacationing in Italy, 1953--in HIGH STYLE!!! PS: Where can I get a robe like that??

High-Low: The Duke and Duchess of Windsor, early 1960's

I cannot wait to see the film and more importantly, the fashions!!! Kudos Madonna and Arianne!!!

Madonna Turns 53

 Radio Pop Action! would like to congratulate the queen of pop, Madonna, on her Birthday!

Today Madonna turns 53! Hard to believe, isn´t it?

Click below to watch an amazing retrospective video of her astonishing career!

We´re definitely looking forward to her new music!

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25th Anniversary of Madonna´s "True Blue" Album

 Every musical icon has its breakout point, that moment in their careers where they stop being a sensation to become a true superstar.

 For Madonna, True Blue was the album that set her apart from every other female artist in the industry and made her the pop queen that she is today.

 25 years have passed since its release and that amazing collection of songs is still stuck in our heads.

 Click below to watch a video recollecting all the hits that were released from that extraordinary album!

What is your favourite True Blue song/video?

First Watch: Talk Talk Talk - Darren Hayes

  Darren Hayes has released both his new video and single, Talk Talk Talk today in anticipation for his upcoming new album, Battlecodes And Battleships which will be out sometime next November.

 Along with the new single, Darren has released a cover of Madonna´s song, Angel, to serve as b-Side  for Talk Talk Talk.

 Click below to watch the new music video!

And if you are still left wanting more from Darren, you can listen to his cover of Angel by clicking below as well:

Thoughts?

Britney Spears Does Madonna!

 A cover for Madonna´s 1983 hit, Burning Up, sung by none other than Britney Spears has surfaced.

 The track is expected to be used in an interlude for her upcoming Femme Fatale tour.

 The early 80´s pop songs seem to suit Britney well.

 Listen to it, below!

 What do you guys think?

Madonna Surprises Oprah Winfrey

  On May 25, The Oprah Winfrey Show ends its 25 year run with a star-studded finale that includes A-list celebrities such as Beyoncé, Patti Labelle, Halle Berry, Tom Hanks and Madonna.

 The queen of pop decided to surprise the queen of daytime on her last taping in Chicago and had only kind words towards the chat show host:

 "It's no secret millions of people are inspired by Oprah. I am one of those people. She's a self made woman who has been at the top of her game for 25 years and she is still kicking a--, encouraging people to dream big, work hard, to read a book, get an education, ask questions - no matter who you are or where you come from. She fights for things she believes in, even if it makes her unpopular. She has balls and a wealth of compassion. I've learned so much from her." 

 Click below to watch Madonna speak about how Oprah has inspired her:

 Thoughts?

Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala Red Carpet: Divas and A-Listers

Red Carpet Royalty.....

Diva Supreme!
(and I'm not talking about Ms. Andre Leon Talley trying to upstage her from behind!!)
Anna Wintour in Chanel Haute Couture

Monday Night was the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala honoring the memory and amazing work of the late Alexander McQueen. This event happened only days after the House of Alexander McQueen ( headed by Sara Burton) was revealed as the designer of Katherine Middleton's Wedding Gown. So you can only imagine the excitement already swirling around in the air.

The Met Gala is always such a fun Red Carpet, because it is thought of as the "Academy Awards" of the Fashion World. The Oscars are often given the label of being safe and cookie cutter by the fashion world, so this is their opportunity to put their money where their mouth is and really give us something to talk about!!

But before we get to some of the more crazy ensembles, I thought I would highlight a few of the A-listers and Divas that really looked great on the RC.

Diane Kruger in Jason Wu: She looks breathtaking and very Old Hollywood Glamour. Love how she is workin' the slit and also the return of the strappy, more delicate heels.

Ginnifer Goodwin in Topshop Unique: Love the color and Ginnifer always knows how to highlight that fabulous face. She accented it well with that STUNNING Van Cleef and Arpels necklace.

Madonna in Stella McCartney: While I am not a huge fan of this dress, Madonna is certainly vibe-ing 1930's Hollywood Glam. We are seeing a return of the Silk Charmeuse Gowns lately and there is no doubt that Madonna is looking flawless in the close-up image above.

Ashley Olsen in Vintage Dior: Love the unexpected quality of the dress on Ashley. While she stayed within her color comfort zone (black and white), it is great to see her reveal a bit more skin and style her hair in an up-do. She looks like a Parisian Chanteuse!

Mary Kate Olsen in Vintage Givenchy: Those Olsen Girls love their vintage! Love the color and ethereal quality. The Emerald jewelry is a perfect accent.

Jennifer Lopez in Gucci Fall 2011: Love this Gucci Collection and love Jennifer in this 70's inspired chiffon halter dress. Not everyone can pull off that floral bolero, but Jennifer, always the Diva, makes it work effortlessly.

Kerry Washington in Escada: Who knew her body was this amazing?! Love the color, cut and fabrication of this gown. If only she could have stopped the hairstylist from making her look like a poodle! When in doubt, pull the hair back into a Chignon!!

Ashley Greene in Custom Donna Karan: Shoot me now, but I have actually never seen a Twilight Movie, so I wasn't completely familiar with Ashley. But she certainly made an impact on me with this gorgeous Custom Donna Karan Gown. Not a style you would normally see from DK, but she looked absolutely radiant in the dress.

Up next....The Wacky, Crazy and "Oh No She Didn't!" of the Met Gala Red Carpet!...