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EW Interviews DJWS About ARTPOP Act II

Entertainment Weekly has published a new article and interview with DJWS about ARTPOP and the infamous unreleased ARTPOP Act II.
Read an excerpt of the interview below.
 
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: What is it like for you to see ARTPOP's resurgence eight years later?

DJ WHITE SHADOW: Everything is weird! We worked hard on that record and I'm glad it impacted people so much that they're still excited about it. Obviously, people talked about Born This Way and the impact it had on culture, and ARTPOP got stuck in a weird spot. There were a lot of things going on behind the scenes — management shifts for her.... the changing of the guard at Interscope, Jimmy Iovine was [leaving] and John Janick was coming in, and people weren't buying CDs anymore as much as they were streaming. It was wildly confusing. What a f---ed up time to drop a record. In the way that it gets pushed out, the numbers don't always reflect how it went down. That record was in upwards of 3 million in sales. It was a good-selling record, but when you're following [Born This Way selling] 6 million copies, you look like an asshole.
EW: I think songs like "Tea" and "Onion Girl" are the two I've seen people talking about the most. Lyrically, what story did those songs tell?
DJWS: It's tough for me to talk about lyrics. If her and I were sitting next to each other, I would totally talk about it. But I don't want to step on her like that. I can tell you that they're both good songs. There is a song called "Onion Girl."
EW: There was also "I Wanna Be With You," which she performed at the iTunes festival and you co-wrote, morphing to become "Dope" on the album. What happened with that process — how and why did it go from performing that song publicly to it changing into a different song for the album release?
DJWS: When we did the iTunes Festival, we hadn't gotten to the point where we were sitting in the studio finishing things completely. So, she wanted to make changes! At the end of the day, it's her art. If we're talking about a car, she comes up with the concept, she goes in and draws it, and I come in with a screwdriver and some wrenches and try and put the car together. Sometimes you have to take the car apart to put it back together the way she wants it, and that's all that is. That's a song that we had a version of, she liked it, and she wanted to do something different. It's not up to me to say no. I would never say no. Let's get this thing out the way she wants to get it together! At the end of the day, "Dope" was the song she wanted on the record, and it just started as something else. I see that happen 500 times, and you guys get to see it once. That's a microcosm of how albums work. You build one idea as A, and you don't go to Z, you go to AAA to five As to five Zs. I'm sure there were 12 iterations between "I Wanna Be With You" and "Dope" that we did.
EW: You've played snippets of "Tea" on the road. Are there any other instrumentals you might've played on the road without telling people they're from the album or have any of these instrumentals snuck into other places — whether it's tour interludes or anywhere else?
DJWS: No! I asked before I did that. Even if I make the instrumental and I play it for her and she thinks it's cool, out of respect for another human being, I'd always ask. I twisted it a little bit at the end to fit where it was supposed to fit in my personal set. I reproduced part of it.
 
You can read the full interview at EW.com
DJWS was a producer on Lady Gaga's 2013 album, ARTPOP. The ambitious EDM album was met with mixed reviews from critics, but eventually became a cult classic. It is one of Gaga's most adored projects by her fans, and is now considered 'ahead of its time'.
Gaga had an entire second act that was set to be released, but it ended up being scrapped. Little Monsters have continued to campaign for it to be released one day, a dream that seemed like it would never be realized until April 2021. 
On April Fools, DJWS posted a joke about one of the ARTPOP Act II songs, "Tea", and fans went into a frenzy. A petition was started to show the love for ARTPOP and the demand for the release of Act II. The petition got thousands of signatures, and ARTPOP went number 1 on iTunes Worldwide. The resurgence of ARTPOP got news outlets buzzing and Lady Gaga herself thanked fans for the love and support.
 
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ChelseaQ

"My Life on MTV" Finale to be About Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga is getting the season finale episode of "My Life on MTV" dedicated to her.
The series shows archival footage of stars throughout their career, and highlights unforgettable moments.

Each episode recounts the stories of global music superstars through a look back in time to now, all through the lens of the MTV cameras. The show showcases moments from their first introduction on MTV to defining moments in their careers, which could be performances, news, or award shows.
Lady Gaga's first time on MTV was on 2005 Boiling Points as Stefani Germanotta, so the show will likely highlight that memory.

“We have a rich history with these groundbreaking artists, and we’re thrilled to be bringing fans a fresh take on their most unforgettable moments that only happened here on MTV,” said Bruce Gillmer, president of music, music talent, programming and events at ViacomCBS.
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Chelsea

Born This Way (The Country Road Version) With Orville Peck Out Now

Lady Gaga and Orville Peck have teamed up for Gaga’s newest project, Born This Way Reimagined.
Following Big Freedia's cover of “Judas”, Peck is just one of the many artists featured on "Born This Way Reimagined", the special edition of Lady Gaga's iconic album.
Peck also updated the 2011 lyrics in the song to be more current and say, "No matter black, white, or beige, Asian or LatinX made."
The remaining 4 artists, which will cover Lady Gaga's "Marry The Night", "The Edge of Glory", "You and I", and "Highway Unicorn (Road To Love)" are still unknown.
You can listen to Big Freedia's version of “Judas” here.
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BREAKING: The Chromatica Ball Postponed To 2022

It's official, The Chromatica Ball won't be happening this year.
Following the ongoing pandemic, Ticketmaster sent emails regarding Lady Gaga's upcoming shows, stating that the events won't take place this year. They are waiting for new dates for all shows, the rescheduling is expected for Summer 2022.

If you still want to attend the rescheduled events, no action is required. Your current tickets are still valid for the postponed events.
Fans who purchased the tickets can ask for a refund on Ticketmaster.com as soon as the new dates are announced. Your tickets will be refunded on the same card used to purchase them. You can read Ticketmaster refund policy below.
If 60 days have passed since a show was postponed and no rescheduled dates have been announced, the 30-day window for refunds will open at that time. You will be able to request a refund via your Ticketmaster account. If during the 60-day postponement window, your event is rescheduled, a 30-day window for refunds will also be made available. If the event is cancelled (at any time), refunds will be available. Stay tuned for further updates.
Matt
Matt

Lady Gaga Announces "Born This Way" Reimagined

In honor of the ten year anniversary of Lady Gaga's iconic "Born This Way" album, she has released an exclusive bonus disc featuring LGBTQ+ artists.
The CD with exclusive packaging and bonus disc, which was confirmed by JustJared days ago, will be released on June 18th, with an expected shipping timeframe in September. Currently, the only known artist on this reimagined version of the album is Big Freedia, who covered Judas. This version of Judas is currently available for streaming. 
This album and other merchandise are currently available for preorder in the US only. They are expected to be released internationally soon.
Other limited time merchandise includes a Born This Way hoodie with the motorcycle album cover, a white Judas tshirt, a Born This Way tshirt that comes in black or white with a photo of Gaga in her prosthetics, another tshirt that comes in black or white but with 2011-2021 on it, Born This Way socks, a pillow, and a rug.
You can also donate to the Born This Way Foundation when you check your cart out. 
You can purchase the exclusive reimagined album and other items on Lady Gaga's official website at shop.ladygaga.com
Chelsea
Chelsea

Lady Gaga Spotted In Malibu

Lady Gaga was seen leaving a restaurant with a friend in Malibu, earlier today. Gaga was seen wearing a deep v-neck tee, sequinned sweats, and a shiny pink facemask. 

The singer recently received the key of the city of West Hollywood, for her activism in the LGBTQIA+ community. The mayor also declared May 24th as Born This Way Day.
 
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Matt

Tara Savelo & Fernando Garibay Share Their Born This Way Memories

To celebrate ten years of Lady Gaga's iconic album 'Born This Way', LadyGagaNow hosted a very special listening party on 'Stationhead'. 
As a surprise for the fans that tuned in to listen, we invited along Gaga's incredible former makeup artist Tara Savelo and 'Born This Way' producer, Fernando Garibay.
The two iconic figures spent almost an hour chatting with us and answering our questions, revealing special, unheard stories from the legendary era and sharing their opinions on the timeless songs that make up the album. 
You can listen to the full conversation here:
We also gave out some physical CD's of fan favourite 'Born This Way' single 'Judas' to some lucky fans who joined us to celebrate the album. 
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michaelmurray

Lady Gaga Receives the Keys to West Hollywood

On the 10th anniversary of the Born This Way album, Lindsey P. Horvath, the Mayor of West Hollywood, has declared May 23rd as ‘Born This Way Day’. To also celebrate her outstanding contribution to the LGBTQIA+ community, Lady Gaga was also gifted the keys to the city.

The city painted a BORN THIS WAY mural on Robertson Blvd in her honor.


Gaga was seen still sporting her brown hair, paired with a Born This Way t-shirt, fishnets, and purple demonias. 

She addressed the crowd prior to accepting the keys.

Afterwards, Lady Gaga, fully vaccinated, celebrated with friends and fans.
Drag entertainer, Shangela, who costarred aside Lady Gaga in A Star is Born, attended as well.
Many more videos of Gaga and fans partying together were shared online, particularly ones of them dancing to Rain on Me and Sour Candy.
 
Congratulations to Lady Gaga on receiving the keys to the city and for an amazing ten years of Born This Way!
photo and video credit to: judasjoemanson, marcmonster, velvetropic, itsshangela, artpopapologist
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Matt

Lady Gaga To Release Reimagined Born This Way Tracks

It has been confirmed by JustJared that Lady Gaga has put together a special collection of Born This Way tracks that have been reimagined by prominent artists within the LGBTQIA+ community and allies.
As well as the above, Gaga's team have put together some more surprises, including various partnerships, special merchandise and products that will be released very soon. 

It has been stated that the Born This Way Foundation has begun working with New York and Youth Pride, to send goods, donations and notes of kindness to LGBTQIA+ centres across the US in support of pride month.
Stay tuned for updates. 
 
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michaelmurray

Bree Runway Confirms Collaboration with Lady Gaga

More exciting news has been announced for the Chromatica Remix Album. Bree Runway has confirmed that she will be featured on the album, though did not spill which song she will be jumping on. 
The singer announced the collaboration herself and stated: “I’m going to be on Lady Gaga’s album… I love her.”
Bree Runway joins Rina Sawayama and Charli XCX as confirmed collaborators for the album. 
Rina Sawayama addressed rumours at the BRIT Awards that she would be appearing on a remix of either Free Woman or Fun Tonight. And Charli XCX confirmed on Twitter that she would be featured on the remix of 911. 
Bloodpop has also hinted that there’s a possibility of getting the Haus Labs version of Bablyon on the remix album as well.
Gaga herself is yet to acknowledge the remix album, and no release date has been confirmed.
ChelseaQ
ChelseaQ

Celebrate 10 Years of Born This Way With Urban Outfitters

To celebrate 10 years of Lady Gaga's iconic album 'Born This Way', Urban Outfitters will release some limited edition merchandise.
Starting from May 23rd, you can purchase the new items at the Urban Outfitters store in Melrose, Los Angeles. You can also purchase the new merchandising online clicking on the pictures below.




Here are a few pictures from the store taken by our friend @rosolindo.

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Matt

Lady Gaga Reveals Sexual Assault at 19 Left Her Pregnant

Lady Gaga reveals in the new documentary, "The Me You Can't See", that she unfortunately became pregnant after her horrific sexual assault at 19.
Talking about the traumatic event, Gaga stated “I went through a really crazy time in my head that I still work on. And I’m trying to make sure I give back with that experience instead of just, I don’t know, locking it away and faking it.” 
She then began to speak about her past in more detail, saying: “My mental health I thought was a problem when I was very young. I used to cut myself when I was really young. I had my own experiences with abuse and it’s really hard for me to articulate in a way where I feel like it’s safe for young people to listen about why anyone would cut. I do believe that those urges for me, came from a place of ‘I need to show the hurt inside’.” 
Gaga then carefully took the time to relay the details of the event that caused her trauma and pain. 
“I was nineteen years old. And I was working in the business. And a producer said to me ‘take your clothes off’. And I said ‘no’. And I left. And they told me they were gonna burn all my music. And they didn’t stop asking me and then I just froze and I just... I don’t even remember.”
She continued with: “And I will not say his name. I understand this ‘Me Too’ movement, I understand that some people feel really comfortable with this, and I do not. I do not ever want to face that person again.”
"Years later I went to the hospital, they brought a psychiatrist in and I said, 'Bring me a real doctor.' I said, 'Why is there a psych here, I can't feel my body.' I felt full-on pain, then I went numb," she said. "And then, I was sick for weeks and weeks and weeks and weeks after and I realized that it was the same pain I felt when the person who raped me dropped me off pregnant on the corner [outside] my parents' house, because I was vomiting, and sick. 'Cause I'd been being abused. I was locked away in a studio for months."
 
 
“I wanna be able to tell everybody that’s watching that I dry my tears now. And I move on... You can come back from things like that. But when it hits you really hard, it can change you. I had a total psychotic break and for a couple years I was not the same girl.”
Lady Gaga also explained how she is now able to overcome and control her trauma after many years.
“I learned all the ways to pull myself out of it. It all started to slowly change. It took two and a half years.” 
The interviewer then asked Gaga, “What were you doing in that time?” 
She replied, laughing “I won an Oscar! Nobody knew!” 
“Everybody that’s at home right now suffering, I would like to say that it’s so important that you surround yourself with at least one person that validates you... somebody that believes you, that cares about you and tells you that your pain matters. And that it’s real.” 
 
The singer has been open about her trauma in the past few years, discussing openly the effects her experience with rape has had on her mental health and physical well-being.
This new, shocking, detail emerges as Lady Gaga joins Oprah and other starlights in "The Me You Can't See" premiering on Apple TV+ today.
 
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Lady Gaga Is Back In Malibu

After a few months spent in Italy filming Ridley Scott's upcoming movie "House of Gucci", Lady Gaga is back home in Malibu.
The singer/actress has been already spotted twice at Starbucks, getting some refreshments with her friends and her boyfriend Michael Polansky.
Check out all the pictures in our Gallery.
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Matt

Watch "The Me You Can't See" Trailer Featuring Lady Gaga

Apple TV+ has released the official trailer for "The Me You Can't See" documentary series, giving us a first glimpse of Lady Gaga.
In the trailer we can see Gaga, credited as 'Stefani', meditating and talking about her emotional past along with the other guests. 
The series, hosted by Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry, will discuss mental health and emotional well-being. The high-profile guests will open up about their personal struggles in conversations with Oprah and the Duke of Sussex. 
The featured guests include Lady Gaga, actress Glenn Close, San Antonio Spurs’ DeMar DeRozan and many others.
The series will premiere on May 21st only on Apple TV+.
Matt
Matt

Lady Gaga To Guest Star In Friends: The Reunion

Lady Gaga is among the list of stars set to make an appearance in "Friends: The Reunion". She will be joined by other Hollywood elites such as James Corden, Justin Bieber, even the incomparable Malala Yousafzai. 
"Friends" was one of the highest rated shows during its 10 seasons on the air and talks of a "Friends" reunion had fans of the show excited, now the cast of Friends will get together for the HBO Max special "Friends:The Reunion."
The long-time awaited reunion will also feature: David Beckham, Justin Bieber, BTS, James Corden, Cindy Crawford, Cara Delevingne, Elliott Gould, Kit Harington, Larry Hankin, Mindy Kaling, Thomas Lennon, Christina Pickles, Tom Selleck, James Michael Tyler, Maggie Wheeler, Reese Witherspoon and Malala Yousafzai.
Details of the reunion remain under wraps but HBO Max did state that the actors will be appearing as themselves and not as their beloved characters. 
Friends: The Reunion is set to debut on HBO Max on May 27th. 
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Charli XCX Confirms 911 Remix

Today, after weeks of rumours and speculation, both Charli XCX and Bloodpop have confirmed that they are working on a version of 911 for the Chromatica Remix album. 
After fans asked her to address the rumours, Charli took to Twitter to confirm that a remix was very much taking shape.
Shortly after this tweet, Bloodpop also acknowledged that a 911 remix was on the cards.
Charli XCX then replied with:
This news comes very soon after Rina Sawayama addressed rumours at the BRIT Awards that she would be appearing on a remix of either Free Woman or Fun Tonight.
Bloodpop has also stated previously that he is 'trying' to get the Haus Labs version of Bablyon on the remix album as well.
Gaga herself is yet to acknowledge the possible remix album, and no release date has been confirmed.
Fanmade cover by @fkanico
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michaelmurray

Lady Gaga To Join "The Me You Can’t See" on Apple TV+

Lady Gaga will appear on  Apple TV+ new multi-part documentary: "The Me You Can’t See".
The series, hosted by Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry, will discuss mental health and emotional well-being. The high-profile guests will open up about their personal struggles in conversations with Oprah and the Duke of Sussex. 
The featured guests include Lady Gaga, actress Glenn Close, San Antonio Spurs’ DeMar DeRozan, and many others. The overall aim of the documentary series is to destigmatize the highly misunderstood subject of mental health and well-being, whilst also empowering the viewers at home across the world. The producers have partnered with experts and worldwide organizations in order to shed light on these serious topics and make people aware of different pathways to treatment.
 

Official Poster
 
About the series, Oprah said "Now more than ever, there is an immediate need to replace the shame surrounding mental health with wisdom, compassion and honesty. #TheMeYouCantSee is a new docuseries, executive produced by Prince Harry and me, that features stories that help lift the veil on the current state of mental health and hopefully sparks a global conversation."
You will be able to watch all episodes on May 21, on Apple TV+.
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Matt

Rina Sawayama Hints A Lady Gaga Collaboration On A Remix

Rina Sawayama hinted a possible collaboration with Lady Gaga during a livestream with Chester Lockhart.
During the Q&A, the British singer didn't confirm the rumours, instead she joked about having "allegedly" recorded some vocals a few months ago.
 
A few days later, at the BRIT Awards in London, Rina confirmed that a remix was definitely on the cards stating "I've done my bit, let's just say that. So it's in the works." She also mentioned that the song she had recorded vocals for has a lot of f's in the lyrics, leading fans to believe it will be either Free Woman or Fun Tonight. 
 
 
Rina stated as well that opening for the Chromatica Ball would be her "actual lifetime goal".
The rumors of a possible remix edition for Lady Gaga's latest album, Chromatica, started when producer BloodPop confirmed on Twitter that he was working on it. But there has yet to be an official confirmation from Gaga.
 
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Abderrahmenxo

Lady Gaga Leaves Rome

Lady Gaga was spotted leaving her hotel in beige pants, knee high boots, and a fashionable black jacket on Sunday, May 9th. She had yellow flowers in her hands to give to the fans waiting; however, still being cautious, she donned on pink protective gloves and a white mask before approaching the crowd. She kept her distance and tossed the flowers to the awaiting fans and bid them farewell.

 
After a long two and a half months, Ridley Scott's "House of Gucci" has finished filming. The cast recently celebrated the achievement with a Wrap Party, and now Lady Gaga is on her way home.
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Chelsea

Chromatica Remix Album in the Works

Bloodpop is officially working on a Chromatica remix album.
After going back and forth with Charli XCX online in regards to a lost 911 Remix, Bloodpop created a discussion on Twitter about a potential remix album.
The album has only been speculation thus far; however, he just confirmed it in a series of tweets. 
"update on Chromatica remixes?" a fan asked. 
Bloodpop responded with, "In the works! Get ready to party." 
He hinted at a possibility of Pabllo Vittar being featured.
 
Bloodpop is also trying to ensure the infamous Haus Labs version of Babylon is on the album. 
 
No release date has been announced just yet, nor there has there been a confirmation as to whether Haus Labs remix or if Pabllo Vittar will be featured.
Chelsea
Chelsea

Gaga Attends House of Gucci Wrap Party

Lady Gaga has been spotted in Rome celebrating the end of filming for Ridley Scott's upcoming movie, House of Gucci. 
Still sporting the brunette hair, Gaga was seen with her good friend and hair stylist Frederic Aspiras at the House of Gucci wrap party.
 

 
Not so long ago, she also posted this photo on Instagram with the caption 'Amore mio', wearing her iconic black heels and a Sicily cap. 
 

 
The highly anticipated House of Gucci is set for a November release in theaters worldwide. 
 
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michaelmurray

Fan Project: 10 Years of Born This Way

Back in May 2011, to celebrate the release of Born This Way, we created and shared a very special fan video for The Edge of Glory. It was met with great response, and Lady Gaga even tweeted about it herself!
A decade later, for Born This Way's 10th Anniversary, we want to do it all over again. And we need YOUR help!
To take part, film yourself lip-syncing, singing, dancing, or just simply having a fun time to 'The Edge of Glory' by Lady Gaga. Please film in LANDSCAPE.
You can submit your footage here: [email protected]
The videos we receive will be edited together into one special video which will be shared on May 23, and who knows? Perhaps Gaga will notice our love and fondness for the Born This Way era once again, 10 years on. 
We can't wait to see your footage! Submissions close on May 16, 2021.
 
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michaelmurray

It's A Wrap On "House of Gucci"

Ridley Scott's upcoming movie, "House of Gucci", has just finished filming in Rome today, May 6th, 2021.
Just a few months after we saw the first picture of Lady Gaga arriving in Rome (Feb. 24th), "House of Gucci" has wrapped up filming and will now move into post-production.

"House of Gucci" tells the story of the murder of Maurizio Gucci, owner of the Italian Luxury Brand 'Gucci,' killed by his former wife, Patrizia Reggiani.
The first look of Lady Gaga and Adam Driver on set were captured back on March 8th in Bressoney, Italy. It was our first glimpse at the pair in costume as Patrizia Reggiani and Maurizio Gucci.
 
 
Gaga also posted a behind-the-scenes shot of her and Driver on her socials shortly after with the caption "Signore e Signora Gucci #HouseOfGucci", becoming one of her most successful posts ever on the platform.
There have been many photos of the pair filming over the course of the past three months, giving us a glimpse at the upcoming film which will tell the couple's story from the beginning of their romance through to Gucci's murder.
Right after filming at the snowy set in Aosta Valley, the cast moved to Milan to shoot a few scenes in a re-created "New York", as well as other shoots on Piazza Duomo.

Just a week later, the cast moved to Lake Como, where we first saw Al Pacino and Jared Leto as members of the Gucci family.


The cast then moved to Rome, where they shoot most of the movie between the ancient streets and the private studios of CineCittĂ . Apparently, Lady Gaga also shot various scenes with Drag Queens, in a reconstructed Studio 54.



The "House of Gucci" author, Sara Gay Forden, revealed in an interview that Lady Gaga will be the narrator of Ridley Scott's upcoming movie, meaning the story will be told from the perspective of Patrizia Reggiani. 
The first provisional release dates for "House of Gucci" have been released via IMDb.
In Canada, France, and the USA, the highly anticipated movie is set for a November 24th release. Australia, Germany, and the Netherlands can expect to see the movie in theaters on November 25th, and for the UK, Ireland, and Lithuania, the film should be released on November 26th. Italy will, unfortunately, have to wait a bit longer as "House of Gucci" is not expected to be released there until December 3rd.
Matt
Matt