Julian Casablancas Commissions a Rock Star Christmas Tree


Updated 12/24/10 5:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Julian Casablancas Commissions a Wire Sculpture Christmas Tree From French Artist Marie Christophe

While platinum records and guitar picks would make stellar ornaments for a rock star like Julian Casablancas, the lead singer of The Strokes had something more spectacular in mind for his Christmas tree this year. He commissioned French sculpture artist Marie Christophe to create one of her stunning "mobiles sapin" for his holiday home decor. Made of wire dangling with plastic discs — akin to Read more

Music in the Movies: Julian Casablancas's "Out of the Blue"


Updated 06/22/10 12:42 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 2 comments

Listen to Julian Casablancas's Song "Out of the Blue" From The Kids Are All Right Trailer

To say I'm amped for the release of The Kids Are All Right may be an understatement. The trailer has me convinced that the film is going to be solid, and it doesn't hurt that it has great tunes to boot. The first two songs in the preview are Vampire Weekend's "Cousins" (which, OK, is overplayed) and the Madness classic "Our House"; however, I couldn't quite place the third track, so I did a Read more

Your Coachella Shortlist: Sunday's Standout Shows


Updated 04/19/10 9:17 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 0 comments

Coachella 2010 Performances from Sunday's Shows, Including Phoenix and Gorillaz

That's a wrap, folks! Coachella ended its run with a bang on Sunday with big-name acts like Phoenix and Gorillaz. I'm still coming off my high from a whirlwind weekend, where I not only saw people like Jay-Z (and Beyonce!) perform live, but I also got a chance to meet several celebrity fans, like Rachel Bilson and Katy Perry — and frankly, I'm exhausted. So without much further ado, let's Read more

Coachella Begins Tomorrow! My 5 Must Sees of the Weekend


Updated 04/15/10 8:46 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 6 comments

2010 Coachella Music Festival Must Sees

Later today, I'll be heading to Indio, CA along with Fab and the winners in our H&M contest to check out the awesome lineup of artists at this year's Coachella Music Festival. Friday alone has enough bands to make my head spin between She & Him, Vampire Weekend, and Jay-Z, so something tells me I'm going to be very, very tired when all of this is over. Follow me on Twitter throughout Read more

Buzz-Worthy Video: SNL's "Boombox" Digital Short


Updated 03/15/10 2:55 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 5 comments

Watch Saturday Night Live Digital Short "Boombox" Featuring Julian Casablancas

This weekend's Saturday Night Live boasted the ultra-suave Jude Law, but the funniest skit didn't even feature him. That honor goes to the Digital Short, which featured Andy Samberg — and guest Julian Casablancas! The Strokes frontman rocks out in this video for "Boombox," which is actually on The Lonely Island's album Incredibad. Samberg and Casablancas kill it in this dance-worthy track Read more

What Is the Best Breakthrough Album of 2009?


Updated 12/28/09 1:28 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 18 comments

What Is the Best Breakthrough Album of 2009?

As much as I love to see one of my favorite bands put out their latest album, the most wonderful thing about the music world is that new artists continue to emerge. A very special few come out of nowhere and manage to blow your mind — so tell me, whose debut do you think is the best breakthrough album of 2009? Don't forget to vote on all of my Best of 2009 polls! What Is the Best Read more

Link Time! Heroes Is Killing Off a Major Character


Updated 11/03/09 1:35 PM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 0 comments

Link Time! Heroes Is Killing Off a Major Character

Want to know who's getting the ax on Heroes? Click here for the spoiler — Watch With Kristin Commemorate Election Day '09 with five of the best election campaigns in movies — MTV Movies Blog Director/writer Richard Kelly talks about The Box and whether he would push the button — Collider Weezer continues their run of head-scratching collaborations. Check them out with Chamillionaire, Sara Read more

Do, Dump, or Marry? Julian Casablancas


Updated 06/02/10 11:58 AM · Posted by TresSugar · 38 comments

Do, Dump, or Marry? Julian Casablancas

The Strokes lead singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Julian Casablancas has a new solo album coming out in early November called Phrazes for the Young. Early reviews are promising, which warms the cockles of my heart, because I love it when the guys I'm crushing on are sexy and talented. The son of Elite Model Management's Jon Casablancas and Danish model Jeanette Christiansen, Julian Read more