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| Twisties Searches For The Next Superstar Posted: 29 Mar 2013 12:52 AM PDT PETALING JAYA – If you're one of those who sit at home watching American Idol or The Voice and thought to yourself, "I can sing like that," or "I can sing way better than that," or "I'm definitely more talented than Nicki Minaj," then come prove yourself. Twisties Superstarz X is on the hunt for young Malaysian talent with the X factor. This means, if you can sing, possess the ability to play musical instruments or think you have a stand out quality as a performer, Twisties Superstarz X is looking for you. Stand a chance to win amazing prizes - 1st prize, a RM25,000 recording deal inclusive of a music video. 2nd prize, RM7,000 worth of studio recording time and 3rd prize, RM3,000 worth of instruments or vocal lessons. Since 2011, Twisties has helped kick-start the music careers of young Malaysians like Cheryl Koh and band AvantGuard (A.V.G) through Superstarz. "We are looking for young talented Malaysians who have the voice, the moves and the attitude that's bold, wacky and unpredictable – a real icon who can dazzle you with powerful performances and at the same time entertain like Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj," says Kieren Lim, Senior Brand Manager Twisties Malaysia. To find the ultimate entertainer, Twisties Superstarz X auditions will be conducted in three phases: on-ground and online audtions; online voting at www.twisties.com.my; and grooming sessions combined with challenges (The challenge categories: The Voice, The Rhythm, The Style and the Superstar). Six finalists will be selected by two mentors, rapper Altimet and singer Prema Yin will also be grooming the finalist and challenging them accordingly. Kotarayaku singer Altimet has a broad musical experience that Twisties believes will be beneficial to the contestants. Prema Yin, on the other hand, is a famous singer and song writer. The April auditions will be held in simultaneity in the Klang Valley, Sabah and Sarawak: Klang Valley 1 April: 1:45pm and 4:45pm, Nilai University; 6:45pm Jaya One. 2 April: 1:45pm and 4:45pm, Segi University College Kota Damansara. 3 April: 1:45pm and 4:45pm, UiTM Shah Alam; 6:45pm, in Jaya One. 4 April: 1:45pm and 4:45pm, UNITAR International University. 5 April: 1:45pm and 6:45pm, KL City Walk; 4:45pm; 6:45pm, Taman Tasik Permaisuri. 6 April: 12:45pm and 2:45pm, Berjaya Times Square. Sarawak 1 April: 1:45pm UCSI Jalan Tun Jugah, Airport Road; 4:45pm Swinburne University, Simpang Tiga 2 April: 1:45pm Segi College (Main Campus), Jln Bukit Mata; 4:45pm Segi Nursing College, King Centre. 3 April: 1:45pm SATT College, Jln Ajibah Abol; 4:45pm Limkokwing University, Jln Nanas. 4 April: 1:45pm PTPL College, BDC; 4:45pm Giatmara Rock Road. 5 April: 1:45pm Unimas, Kota Samarahan; 4:45pm UiTM, Kota Samarahan. 6 April: 12:45pm, The Spring Shopping Mall, Simpang Tiga; 2:45pm Plaza Merdeka, Padang Merdeka. Sabah 1 April: 1:45pm SIDMA College; 4:45pm Suria Sabah. 2 April: 1:45pm UiTM Sepanggar; 4:45pm, Sabah Institute of Arts. 3 April: 1:45pm Aseana College Sembulan; 4:45pm University Malaysia Sabah Sepanggar. 4 April: 1:45pm, Giant Supermarket Sandakan; 4:45pm Prima Square Sandakan. 5 April: 1:45pm Kinabalu College Sandakan; 4:45pm Harbour Mall Sandakan. 6 April: 10:00am, Taman Rimba Sandakan; 2:00pm Kim Fung Bazaar Bandar Kim Fung. Interested participants can also send in their recordings via the online site. For more information or how to join the Twisties Superstarz X contest and to cast your votes visit www.Twisties.com.my |
| Life is 'pretty awesome' for Blake Shelton Posted: 28 Mar 2013 09:24 PM PDT NASHVILLE, Tennessee (Reuters) - Country music singer Blake Shelton has never been one to shy away from his feelings, so when it came to recording his new album he sought out songs that reflected his current state of mind. Life, he says, is "pretty awesome." "It's all where I am in my life right now. I'm very content with my life. I'll be happy if it stays like this for a long time," Shelton, 36, told Reuters of his new album Based On A True Story... After some 10 years in country music, Shelton's popularity has surged in his two years as a judge on NBC's The Voice singing contest, which is seen by about 13 million U.S. viewers a week. The new album's first single, Sure Be Cool If You Did, released in January, has already topped the U.S. country chart. Based On A True Story..., released to coincide with the return of The Voice this week, is expected to debut near the top of next week's album chart. "I didn't want to do any sad songs, damn it, but this is a country album so you have to do a couple," said Shelton. "I had those years where I made those kinds of records and something will happen one of these days and it will be a part of my music again. But right now everything is pretty awesome," he added. Shelton, 36, is the latest country star to break into the mainstream. His 2011 album Red River Blue, reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, buoyed in part by the singer's laid-back, fun-loving role on the TV show. On the new album, Shelton, who forms a country music power couple with singer-wife Miranda Lambert, sings about tried-and-true country themes, including good ol' boys, picking up girls, being in love, losing the love of his life and bad jobs. "The album is the story of my life from start to finish and I thought 'That's what we should call it because it is based on a true story,'" Shelton said. The singer, who won the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year in 2012, said he wants people to get to know his personality through his music and The Voice. "I guess if doing what I did got me that award, I better keep being that guy," said Shelton, whose biggest hits include 2009's Hillbilly Bone and 2004's Some Beach. Shelton has emerged as the face of the country music industry on The Voice, in which he and three other judges compete with each other to mentor rising singers and help them win a record deal. "I've always felt a responsibility to make sure that every step along the way is a good one for our industry," he said. "I'm proud to be that person on The Voice that represents country music." Shelton will be back in the country music spotlight on April 7 as host for the third consecutive year of the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. |
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