NEW VIDEO | CIARA "NEVER EVER" FT. YOUNG JEEZY

Ciara releases a video for her new single, “Never Ever,” featuring Young Jeezy, produced by Polow Da Don.

LIL' WAYNE INTERVIEW WITH KATIE COURIC

Lil' Wayne is doing a rare prime time interview with Katie Couric:

It’s for a Grammy special airing Feb. 4th at 9p ET/PT on CBS. Check the preview.

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KEYSHIA COLE COVERS VIBE MAG

Check out VIBE’s first ever Style issue featuring Keyshia Cole on the cover…for the third time. The new March ‘09 issue hits newstands February 17th, so be sure to cop it!

NEW VIDEO | JAZMINE SULLIVAN " LIONS, TIGERS, & BEARS"

Video for Jazmine Sullivan's third single, "Lions, Tigers, & Bears" off of Fearless in stores now.

GRACE JONES COVERS V MAG #57

Grace Jones looks pretty f*cking awesome on the cover of V Magazine Spring 2009 issue. Photographed by Jean Paul Goude.

NEW MUSIC | THE DREAM ft. FABOLOUS- “ROCKIN THAT SH*T RMX”

Fabolous adds some swagger to the remix of The Dream’s hit single “Rockin That Sh*t." Check it out.

DOWNLOAD/LISTEN:THE DREAM ft. FABOLOUS- “ROCKIN THAT SH*T RMX”

VIDEO | KANYE LIVE FROM PARIS FASHION WEEK

Kanye has a special message for his fans.

PARIS RUNWAYS MUCH MORE DIVERSE THAN MILAN

The Mlian menswear shows might have been disarmingly whitewashed, but in Paris they were noticeably more diverse. The batch of shows revealed Fall 2009 collections by Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Yohji Yamamoto, Givenchy, Jean Paul Gaultier and many more, utilizing faces of many different shapes and colors.

THE SUPERHEROES OF FASHION UNITE AT PARIS FASHION WEEK

Kanye West and his colorful entourage, which includes the likes of Fonsworth Bentley, Taz Arnold, Don C, Chris Julian and Ibn Jasper made there rounds for the men's shows in Paris. They attended Louis Vuitton, where Mr. West debuted his collaboration sneaker on the runway. Contunuing through Fashion Week, they also made stops at the Commes Des Garcons, Dior Homme, and Lanvin showings.

I gotta give it to them... they sure know how to make a damn entrance.

THE GRAMMY'S JUST GOT GOOD

The Grammy Awards vowed several years ago to try to update the image of the annual music-industry awards buffet. And while the Recording Academy has made great strides in spicing up the show with more contemporary artists and performances, 2009 is shaping up to be the year that the Grammys go IN. It was announced this morning that joining the performance roster for the February 8 show is Katy Perry, Lil' Wayne, Coldplay, and Jennifer Hudson. The icing on the cake however, is a pair of hip-hop performances: one featuring T.I. and Justin Timberlake, and another, featuring the all-star cast of the hit “Swagga Like Us” - Jay-Z, Lil' Wayne, T.I. and Kanye West. Wayne and Rihanna have also been drafted as part of the ad blitz to drum up excitement for the show, the Los Angeles Times reports.

EX BAD BOY ARTIST, MARK CURRY WRITES TELL-ALL ABOUT DIDDY

2009 seems to be on its way to being the year of the tell-all book. Former Bad Boy rapper Mark Curry has written a juicy book called "Dancing with the Devil," chronicling his life as a "Bad Boy" - where in which he admits it is not just a record label, but a bad omen, as well.

The book offers a look into the "fast paced, controversial, and sometimes deadly world of hip-hop music" and comes with "Dishin it Out," a compilation CD of tracks from former Bad Boy artists. Here's an excerpt:

"Puff has an annoying habit of inserting himself into songs and videos of all the artists on his label and it was common knowledge that many Bad Boy acts resented him for this. Puffy charged the artists for his appearances on their records and in the videos, usually without their realizing it until they received their royalty statements. That's when they discovered that a large sum of their money had gone to fees which were doubled, tripled and even quadrupled because Puff 'special appearances.' He charged artists, for example, for having his Bentley in their videos - which he insisted upon - then took a tax credit for business use of the car"

For more information and to read the first chapter of the book for free, visit: MarkCurryBook.com

FUNNY SH*T | BILL O'REILLY GOES IN ON JAY-Z AND JEEZY

As much as I despise dude... I must admit, Bill O’Reilly is never scared! He goes in on Jay-Z and Jeezy for their comments Monday Night in Washington, DC during their performance. Check it out!

FRESCO | DIOR HOMME HI-TOP

Here’s a look at the new Hi-Top from Dior Homme. Expect these babies to hit flagship shelves soon! And go out and cop a pair. Who said it has to be a recession for everybody??? Eyelet Hi-Top Sneaker, Black $945.00

OFFICIAL FIRST LOOK AT KANYE'S SNEAKER FOR LOUIS VUITTON

Finally, we get to see an official shot of one of the sneakers from the Kanye West and Louis Vuitton collaboration. You know, the ones 'Ye has been parading about in recently... Flaunting them in our little faces. Well, they walked in the men's show in Paris yesterday making the ten-time Grammy winner officially a fashion designer. Like winning his ten Grammys, these sneakers were the product of lots of hard work and dedication. Louis Vuitton creative director Marc Jacobs told WWD, "I think Kanye goes to the office more than I do. He’s really, really into sneakers." The shoes were ingeniously conceived.

NEW VIDEO | KEYSHIA COLE " U COMPLETE ME"

The video for Keyshia Cole's new joint, You Complete Me off of A Different Me in stores now!

KANYE x MTV INAUGURAL BALL PERFORMANCE

Kanye West - MTV's Be The Change: Live From The Inaugural - Celebrity News

NEW VIDEO | J. HOLIDAY "IT'S YOURS"

New video for J.Holiday's first single, "It's Yours" off of his sophomore LP Round 2 available on March 10th. Directed by Jonathan Mannion.

CIAO MILANO... BONJOUR PARIS!

Dominique for Vivienne Westwood (L) and Versace (R)

Despite the lack of color on the runways in Milan for yet ANOTHER season, two stood out and completely ROCKED the catwalk. Wendell Lissimore of Red, 1 show + a catalog & editorial and a coup for Dominique Hollington, also from Red, who had a huge breakout season, walking in 4 shows, including Versace and Vivienne Westwood. Dope. As far as diversity goes.. I guess we'll have to wait and see what Paris has to offer.

Wendell for Les Hommes

DSQUARED S/S 09 AD CAMPAIGN

The Canadian designer-duo that is Dsquared has transformed photos from backstage at their S/S'09 Runway show in Milan into an ad campaign. It was shot by Rohn Meijer and features favs Ibrahim Baaith (Red) and Andre Douglas (Specimen/Wilhelmina).

MEN'S RUNWAYS IN MILAN STILL WHITE AS HELL

On the day we inaugurate our first African American president, this is ironic: In Milan, not a single black, Asian, or Latino model walked the runways of Jil Sander, Missoni, Burberry, Bottega Veneta, Gianfranco Ferré, Roberto Cavalli, or Prada. The Emporio Armani and Versace shows notably included black models. Gucci designer Frida Giannini said she is "always looking for black models, or even Chinese or whatever, for the shows,” but agencies always send her the same crop of white guys. Her show featured an entirely white cast. But an owner of New York modeling agency Red (our fav) said he sent over several black models he thought would do well (they didn't). The New York Times reports:

“Maybe they think it’s too obvious” to feature an ethnically inclusive runway casting in the week of Barack Obama’s inauguration, Franca Sozzani, the Vogue Italia editor, said of designers. “It has nothing to do with a racist attitude,” the editor insisted ...

Not only are the whitewashed runways ironic in light of the inauguration, but this is the same country that gave us the historic all-black Italian Vogue just months ago.

FIRST DANCE...

Beyonce attended the Neighbors' Inauguration Ball where she serenaded the first Couple with Etta James' At Last as they shared their first dance.

WHAT SHE WORE | FIRST LADY EDITION

After several months of speculation as to what she would wear on Inauguration Day, First Lady Michelle Obama stepped out looking as chic as expected.

She wowed us all as she stepped out in a custom dress and coat by Cuban-American designer Isabel Toledo, accessorized with a pair of teal Jimmy Choo "Glacier" pumps.

As for the ten Inaugural Balls she attended yesterday evening, Mrs. Obama selected a beautiful silk chiffon one-shoulder ivory gown by Jason Wu .

HISTORY YOU'RE OURS!!!!

The moment it seems we've all been waiting for finally went down on yesterday. President Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th President of the United States of America as his wife, Michelle Obama, and daughters, Malia and Sasha, looked on.

Placing his hand on the Bible once used by Abraham Lincoln, Obama took the Oath of Office at 12:05 p.m. on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. Immediately following, he delivered his Inaugural Address to a sea of flag-waving Americans stretching down the National Mall to the Lincoln Memorial and beyond.

4 SUITS OBAMA SHOULD WEAR TO THE INAUGURATION

If you Baracked the vote back in November, than you’re just as excited as I am for tomorrows' inauguration ceremonies. Kanye West was recently quoted as saying, “I could design something for Obama to go to the club in. But I don’t know if I’m ready for suits and stuff.” I don’t think any of us are ready to see Barack and Michelle in the club slow windin’, no matter how dope ‘Ye would be able to suit them up. You know what though.. Fresco Daily took the liberty of picking out a few options that will put some swag for our NEXT PRESIDENT'S big day.

SUIT OPTION 1 & 2: Dolce & Gabbana

SUIT OPTION 3 & 4: Ermenegildo Zegna

REMEMBERING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

OH SO FRESCO...

Jamie Foxx attended the We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at The Lincoln Memorial yesterday in Washington, DC.

Dopeness

"WE ARE ONE" BARACK OBAMA | MLK CELEBRATION

Thousands gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. for the "We Are One" concert today celebrating the life of Marting Luther King, Jr. as well as "change" in America. Prez-Elect Barack Obama and First Lady Elect Michelle O. arrived at the event to watch performances by Mary J. Blige, Stevie Wonder, Usher, John Legend, Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce and others. HBO aired the event free to viewers.

KIMORA LEE AND DJIMON HOUNSOU HAVING A BABY

Some might call a new baby a blessing. In that vein, Kimora Lee Simmons has blessed the world twice, first with darling Ming Lee and then with infinitely charming Aoki Lee. And now a third little treasure is on the way, her first with boyfriend Djimon Hounsou. She sparked rumors of being pregnant last week, when she unveiled her skincare line in Miami and showed her baby bump. This week a source closeto the couple confirmed the pregnancy to the New York Post.

LA LOHAN SITS FOR INTERVIEW MAG

Lindsay Lohan makes a fiery return to the pages of Interview magazine. Lauren Hutton interviewed her for the February cover feature. The editorial is absolutely dope, shot by Mert Alas + Marcus Piggo. In the interview Lindsay revealed her frustration with her party-girl past haunting her future.

JENNIFER HUDSON COMEBACK CONFIRMED

Jennifer Hudson announced that she plans to return at this years' Superbowl, where she will be singing the National Anthem:

NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy confirmed to the Associated Press on Wednesday that the Oscar winner, is set to deliver “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Tampa, Florida., event on Feb. 1.

MARC JACOBS LOVES NEW YORK

Check out the window art from MJ's Bleeker Street Boutique.

NAOMI CAMPBELL AND LINDA EVANGELISTA FOR DSQUARED

Get the f*ck out! I have no words.

HELMUT LANG RAW SELVEDGE DENIM

These straight-leg, button-fly jeans from Helmut Lang comes in a dark gray wash and epitomizes the brand’s minimalist design. That means no garishment or logos on the back pockets (or anywhere, for that matter), leaving you with a pair of jeans you’ll be able to rock any time, any place.

Available At Barney’s, $245

MARTIN MARGIELA S/S 09 SUNGLASSES

Le Maison de Martin Margiela has just released images of their Spring/Summer 2009 Sunglasses. The model comes in two colorways and will be available very soon.

LIL' WAYNE SET TO BE FEATURE PERFORMER AT THE GRAMMY'S

Lil' Wayne will rock the stage at this years' Grammy Awards. He's racked up eight nominations this year (the most by any artist) which includes Song of the Year, Best Rap Album, Best Rap Song, Best Rap Solo Performance, Best Rap/Sung Collaboration, Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group and the coveted Album of the Year . The 51st annual Grammy Awards will air live from the Staples Center on February 8 on CBS.

NAS AND KELIS EXPECTING FIRST CHILD TOGETHER

Nas & Kelis, are rumored to be having their first child. According to US Weekly,

“It’s all they are talking about. She is carrying hip-hop royalty!” says the insider, who adds Kelis — currently in her first trimester — already has a little bump. “They are so excited.”

There’s been no word from either camp’s reps... CONGRATULATIONS to the happy couple!

AUBREY O'DAY CONFIRMS PLAYBOY DEAL

Ladies and Gentlemen, it's official. Aubrey O’Day has confirmed the rumors that have recently circulated. She will indeed pose nude and bare all for Playboy magazine.

“I’m honored to be a part of the Playboy legacy and look forward to my March cover hitting newsstands on February 13,” O’Day tells Us Weekly.

If you thought the Complex spread screamed HOT MESS WHORE!, just you wait!

KING JAMES DOES GQ

NBA Megastar Lebron James landed the February cover of GQ Magazine. On newsstands now.

FUNNY SH*T | THE GO HARD EDITION

Michelle Williams responds to a critic via her blog. She goes hard. LOL





Chris Brown goes hard at a club in Liverpool to Beyonce's, Single Ladies. Uh Uh Oh!

BEYONCE, MARY J. AND OTHERS TO PERFORM FOR INAUGURATION

What kind of event could bring Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Bruce Springstein, Usher, Will.I.Am, John Mellencamp, Shakira, Garth Brooks, Sheryl Crow and Josh Groban together to share a stage? A massive charity concert? A glitzy awards show? Nope. The inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. Those celebrities and a ton of others have signed up to perform at “We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration at the Lincoln Memorial,” the first of many official events sponsored by the Presidential Inaugural Committee. According to the The Washington Post, the 90-minute concert will begin on Sunday at 2 p.m., and HBO will air it for free (for all cable and satellite subscribers) that night at 7 p.m.

SINGLES | JAMIE FOXX "BLAME IT" FEAT. T-PAIN

Download/Listen: Jamie Foxx Ft. T-Pain - Blame It

USHER IN THE STUDIO WITH PHARRELL AND ADAM LEVINE

Seems that Usher is back in the studio, this time with long-time friend and collaborator, Pharrell Williams, as well as Maroon 5 front-man, Adam Levine. It looks as if they’re working on a new album to be put out sometime this year. Interesting. I thought he'd take somewhat of a break to re-work the glitches that made Here I Stand such a failure. I guess he’s trying to make people forget the bad taste that it left in their mouths.

WTF?! REAL HOUSEWIFE OF ATLANTA SHOWING AT FASHION WEEK?

Sheree from the Real Housewives of Atlanta will reportedly show her fashion line at New York Fashion Week next month. We can't believe we just wrote that, but Page Six reports she has completed her line, "She by Sheree," and plans to subject us all to it. We find it hard to believe she managed to finish it, considering that, on the show, ex-Project Runway contestant Michael Knight came on to point out all her mistakes and she looked as amateur as we imagined, not lifting a finger. There's no word yet on when or where this collection will walk or, for that matter, who actually designed it, but Sheree's not short of cash to put on a show. She's taking her ex-husband, former New York Giant Bob Whitfield, back to court because she's not satisfied with the $1 million she got in the divorce settlement. You know things are bad when designers like Betsey Johnson and Vera Wang are dropping out of the tents and a Real Housewife is showing.

KANYE WEST x LOUIS VUITTON BOAT SHOE

Here is a look at one of overall 6 designs that Kanye West did for Louis Vuitton - a boat shoe inspired sneaker. It looks pretty hot. The patent leather on the heel is also a nice touch. I'm anxious to see what else comes from this collaboration in the near future.