After many rumors that Lady Gaga wanted to disassociate herself from Kanye West following his recent Taylor Swift meltdown, their upcoming "Fame Kills" tour has been canceled. According to Live Nation, the promoters of the event, all ticket holders will be fully refunded. For more ticket refund information go to livenation.com
I knew there would be some fall out from his now infamous microphone snatching moment at the MTV Video Music Awards. Unfortunately, I think this is just the beginning of the financial backlash. But truth be told, its probably just a good excuse to cancel a tour whose ticket sales may have been lackluster anyway!
BET has announced the nominees for the 2009 BET Hip Hop Awards. Leading the pack, is Kanye West with nine nominations. Lil Wayne and Jay-Z are not far behind. Ice Cube will get the "I Am Hip Hop Icon Award". Some surprises, no Lil Wayne in the Best Hip Hop Video
Once again, the BET Hip Hop Awards show will be held in Hotlanta. The show will be taped on October 10 and air on October 27 at 8pm. This year's show will be hosted by comedian Mike Epps.
Nominees and categories for the 2009 BET HIP-HOP AWARDS:
In case you missed it, Kanye West appeared on the Jay Leno Show last night. Kanye discussed the Taylor Swift incident and was practically brought to tears. Kanye performed on the show with Jay-Z and Rihanna and took time prior to the performance to discuss his behavior at the MTV Video Music Awards. Kanye admitted that his behavior was "rude" and that he wants to apologize to Taylor Swift in person (uh do ya think!). Leno went on to ask Kanye what would his mother have thought about his behavior. This is when Kanye basically lost it. He sat visibly shaken for a few moments before Leno jumped in with another question to rescue Kanye from the uncomfortable moment .
Here's my take on it. Kanye said he needs to take time off to mourn his mother's death (which he hasn't done thus far). Immediately following his mother's death, Kanye kept performing, travelling, and making music. I have lost both parents (one this past summer) and I can tell you there isn't enough time in the world to mourn a parent's death. So I agree Kanye should take time off and take time for much needed self reflection. The obvious Henny binge drinking is also something he needs to address. That being said, Kanye's behavior is inexcusable. Plain and simple Kanye has some unaddressed issues (but who doesn't?). He is a talented, musical whiz and no one can take that away from him but himself.
Now, before I sign off I have one thing to say, I agree with Kanye's opinion! Beyonce's "Put a Ring On It" was one of the best videos ever however, Kanye didn't have to exercise his First Amendment rights in such a deplorable manner on national television at Taylor Swift's expense. Self control is a beautiful thing and a sign of maturity!
Once again, Kanye steals the show at the MTV Video Music Awards. During Taylor Swift's acceptance speech for the Best Video , Kanye bum rushed the stage like a kamikaze, steals the microphone from Taylor (you know if that was a sista he would have got his butt whooped!!!) and declares on live national T.V., "Yo Taylor I'm really happy for you, I'm a let you finish but Beyonce had one of the best videos of all time!". Then he repeats it, "one of the best videos of all time!". The shell shocked and totally caught off guard Taylor Swift was left standing there like a deer in headlights while Beyonce looked on in sheer astonishment. I totally feel Taylor's pain.
Kanye was reportedly removed from the venue as a result of his action. Kanye, you know your mama raised you better than that!
