Discourse & Dischord

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The Good

“Money Can’t Buy You Class” video debut

If you’ve ever watched The Real Housewives of New York then you’re probably familiar with the husky-voiced Countess de Lesseps ” a pillar of grace and politeness (on Opposite Day). Always the first to condemn the bad behavior of others while glossing over her own breaches of etiquette, the Countess has taken her manners empire from publishing (See her book Class with the Countess) into the musical realm. This week she released the video for her dance single, Money Can’t Buy You Class. Like class, the video is priceless. Try not to giggle as the heavily auto-tuned Countess intones Elegance is luh-hurned while awkwardly schooling a bevy of hot gentlemen. Enjoy, mah friends.

Alicia Keys engaged, expecting

Alicia Keys and producer Swizz Beatz are expecting their first child together according to multiple reports this week. What’s more, the two are engaged to be married within the year. What’s even more, Swizz was reportedly still married to someone else when the two started dating! What’s the most, this story makes me tired.

Hayley Williams Twitter account hacked “ nakedness ensues

According to Hayley Williams, singer and flame-haired waif of pop-punk band Paramore, her Twitter account was hacked last week. Twitter quote: “Well … my night just changed drastically. Got hacked.” This explains the topless photo of Williams posted through her account. But it doesn’t explain how the hacker got said photo. It’s a mystery, folks. Someone call Columbo.

Lady Gaga tests borderline positive for Lupus

Last week we told you guys that Lady Gaga may or may not have Lupus. This week the singer revealed to Larry King that she tested borderline positive for the genetic illness. But before you start crying, Alejandro, know that Lady Gaga is fine, and is taking care of her health. Seriously. It’s gonna be OK. Just dance. Spin that record, babe. Whatever it takes.

The Ugly

M.I.A. a little ticked about NYT article

Uh-oh! Somebody ruffled M.I.A.’s fluorescent feathers! After a New York Times article ran last week depicting M.I.A. as, ahem, a tad privileged, the singer practically choked on her truffle fries and took to her Twitter page to avenge herself by publishing the reporter’s cell phone number and writing a song about what a big liar she is. Our lady doth protest too much? Read the article and judge for yourself.

Kelly Clarkson and Chris Daughtry duet on “Fast Car
Meet Cody Simpson, Bieber from Oz
Lil Wayne released four videos on Memorial Day weekend while you ate potato salad
B.o.B covers MGMT Kids
OMG HANSON!
Big Boi falls to pieces in Shutterbug video
Dirty Projectors announce fall tour
Arcade Fire to tour with Spoon