Birthday girl Katy Perry came as the late Freddie Mercury. While Capitol's very own Angelica Cobb came as Jacki O. Oooo what a grand time we had!
Hair stylist Aaron Light went as Andy Warhol. Singer Ferras went has David Bowie from The Labyrinth. DJ Mia Moretti being a muse in her own right came as Andie Warhol's muse Eddie Sedgwick.
Male model Rob Williams won the $1,000 dollar check for best costume. He went as Flava Flav. Congratulations Rob!
I really didn't follow Katy's rule on coming as someone dead in life or in career, Hollywood- wise. John and I, in a last minute costume change went as the dead poo from the critically-acclaimed, high art film "2 girls, 1 cup."
The name sounded familar and, after a few clicks on the trusty Google, it all became very clear to me that I may be in love with the sounds of X Factor winnerShayne Ward. Also, listen for the sick piano solo by my new pianist friend Eli Rise. FYI the girl on the right was on that MTV modeling reality show 8th and Ocean. Lil Brit Brit.
Our 'lil cholita hit the black carpet last night at the EA Sports premiere of Madden NFL '09 at STK Nightclub in West Hollywood. Also in attendence was the ever-thining Perez Hilton. Celesbians Tila Tequlla and Courtenay Semel. And new to the LA scene like a shiny penny is Leven Rambin we all remember her, she was the very young actress shagging Marc Ronson.
Wow, I bet Perez had a field day at this party. I hear Victoria and David Beckham showed up as well. Lucky!
MySpace has put Katy Perry on the front page of Myspace Celebrity. My girl is popping up everywhere. Also, Perez texted Katy P last night to inform her that she has two songs in iTunes Top 100 downloads: I Kissed A Girl is #1 and Hot And Cold is #33. WOW! Talk about getting on top. GOGOGO!
It's a funny thing when one of your best friends becomes famous. It's like they get swooped up by a tornado frenzy. And Katy is a worker bee. She will work, work, work. Point being, the Bronx one night then the Hamptons less then 24 hours later for an album release party. A Steve Madden store opening, a slew of interviews, TRL, and the last call I got from the working girl was that she's on a flight to Canada. Gogogo. We could all get far with a bit of Katy work ethic. Think more Business minded today y'all! You're welcome...
Yes y'all, I'm joining The Vans Warped Tour with Katy Perry starting June 20th- August 17th. You can catch me puttin on some cherry chapstick in the Katy Perry merchandise tent. Its pink so you can't miss me. So come over and say hi. I will also be putting up exclusive video coverage of Katy and I terrorizing everyone. =P Just kidding we're classy. Check out Katy P's Myspace for all the dates. You're welcome!
...a college ensemble choir sings your song... Katy Perry "Thinking of You". The funny thing is Katy didn't even go to College. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. J/K . Stay in school y'all!
Y'all take a look at Katy Perry's album cover styled by yours truly, alongside my good friend and style guro Johnny Wujek. I'm sorry I'm not just being biased because she's my best friend, but this is one HOT album cover. Katy is the full package. Looks, talent and heart like you'll never believe.
Katy Perry is creeping up to that #1 iTunes spot. Like a thief in the night, Katy Perry's single I Kissed A Girl has been snagging the #1 spots all across the country. Soon the world! You're welcome!
So here it is you little horn dogs. Katy Perry premiered her new video "I Kissed a Girl"on myspace today. What do we think? My pooch Bella Molinari makes a cameo in the video. Try to spot her.
Katy Perry introduces label-mate and friend Ferras at Zootopia in New York over this last weekend. The crowd participated in a short sing along with Katy. This is so exciting because two of my best friends dreams are finally coming true. I'm so proud of these two very talented artist.
I know when I first heard my first song on the radio I was also alone in some suite at the Ritz in New York. Just kidding it was the Sherton in Fresno. Just kidding it was a Motel 6. Just kidding it was Grandma's house. Just kidding. Just Kidding
Who wouldn't. OK! You wanted it and it's finally here. Katy has released her single I Kissed A Girl on iTunes and AmazonMP3. Take a listen here and then go buy this joint and tell all your friends to buy it because this is one song you won't want to share or download illegally.
Here is a picture of singer/songwriter Ferras performing in concert at Blender Theatre at Gramercy on March 20, 2008 in New York. On top of doing countless interviews Ferras is currently on tour with A Fine Frenzy. Check out Ferras's MySpace to keep up to date on where Ferras will be performing next by clicking here
Katy Perry and Ferras share the stage for the first time on the 2nd day of SXSW in Austin, Texas. They sang Ferra's song "Rush" off his new album Aliens and Rainbows. Katy Perry's album is set to release summer 2008.
Today Capitol's recording artist Ferras took a little detour to say hi. He was on his way to a fitting for his music video for his first single "Hollywood's Not America".
FERRAS GETS INTIMATE AT THE VIPER ROOM... HE ALWAYS DOES
Virgin Records' Ferras steals the small and very intimate crowd of the Viper Room. Playing songs like "Aliens and Rainbows" and "Hollywood's Not America" This veteran new comer is quickly rising to stardom faster then Britney can finish her Big Gulp. Seriously y'all ! Ferras will also be appearing on the Today ShowFebruary 12th so set your TiVo's. You can also buy "Hollywood's Not America" right now on iTunes...
Friday's Variety Magazine announces that American Idol will have three farewell songs this season as opposed to just using one like last past seasons (like you can forget Daniel Powter's Bad Day) and they're starting with Capitol Records artist Ferras' song Hollywood Is Not America. So listen for it on February 12th and 13th. To hear Ferras now check out his Myspace Page. Trust me this singer songwriter is truly infectious and will having you playing his songs on repeat and mixing into all your playlists. Oh hey! What it do baby bo!?!?
Me behind the scenes of the WWD photo shoot with Capitol recording artist Katy Perry. Check out Katy Perry tonight at The Key Club in West Hollywood. At 8PM ALL AGES as long as your 15+. Get more of Katy on her MYSPACE PAGE http://www.myspace.com/katyperry
WWD takes notice of Katy Perry . In there recent daily issue Katy graces the cover on Wednesday.
WWD writes:
With her debut EP "Ur So Gay" out Nov. 20, Katy Perry is poised for the limelight. Between her cheeky lyrics and affinity for all things camp and vamp, she's ready for some attention.
Pretty preacher man's daughter makes good on her looks and big voice.
The Jessica Simpson story is a well-documented one, but this isn't about her, or her sister for that matter. Katy Perry, 22, is the new pastors' (plural, as in mom and dad) girl in town, and, ample bosom aside, she has little in common with the Simpsons' aw-shucks blonde and collagen act. Sure, the Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter got her musical start singing in church in Santa Barbara, Calif., but one would never know it based on her debut EP, "Ur So Gay" (Capitol), set for a Nov. 20 release. Perry's full album, three years in the making, is due out in the spring.
In addition to an original ballad, "Lost," as well as a cover of The Outfield's 1985 hit "Your Love," the EP includes seven versions — clean, explicit, remix, a cappella, instrumental, etc. — of the title track, proof of Capitol's faith in its hit potential. With Perry's strong, slightly raspy voice belting out lyrics like "I hope you hang yourself with your H&M scarf while jacking off listening to Mozart" and a cheeky chorus of "Ur so gay and you don't even like boys," the song has a pop-and-vinegar ethos not unlike that of Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen.
"It's mostly inspired by that whole Emo, Sensitive Sally-type scene," says Perry, during a phone interview, of the song. "You know, guys with guy-liner who use flatirons. I was in that scene. I know boys in that scene. My littler brother was in that scene. I always just thought it was hilarious."
While she faults those Emo dudes for their flagrant vanity, Perry doesn't hold herself to the same standard. When the conversation turns to fashion, she perks up. "That's the subject I know best," says the self-proclaimed girly-girl before ticking off a list of her favorite designers: Jeremy Scott, Jovovich-Hawk, Alexander McQueen and Betsey Johnson. Although, she offers the last label with a disclaimer. "It's probably not the coolest thing to say," explains Perry. "I've always liked it but people are like, 'You like Betsey Johnson — you've probably never heard of Viktor & Rolf.' I'm like, 'Shut up. I like Viktor & Rolf, too.'"
In September, Perry made the rounds at New York Fashion Week, taking in Erin Fetherston, BCBG Max Azria and Preen, among others. She was thrilled to see one of her favorite items, the onesie, of which she owns at least five, get more play on the runways.
As far as her stage persona is concerned, Perry has two major influences: "I'm very inspired by Freddie Mercury and how flamboyant and theatrical he was," she says. "And my sense of humor is a little off in a Lucille Ball way. She's cute and sweet, but she's always kind of f--king up." Such big-personality influences demand high-drama clothes. Thus, Perry likens her performance look to that of a Vegas showgirl. "Not revealing like that, but very glittery," she says. "I used to go to the costume houses in L.A. like Warner Brothers and pull from the cancan or the cheerleading section. I would pose as a stylist but I'd really be styling myself."
Indeed, image-wise, Perry's a girl who knows what she wants. In an effort to prep for this story, she put together a look book on Style.com that included everything from Miu Miu to L.A.M.B. and sent it to her publicist, the writer and the stylist involved with this story. "I'm superparticular," Perry says. She's equally picky when it comes to her promo materials. In the past, Perry persuaded her label to enlist hip fashion photographers Terry Richardson and Ellen von Unwerth. And, most recently, hipster party photographer Mark "the Cobrasnake" Hunter, who's known for capturing downtown girls in various states of revelry, shot Perry and friends in a fountain near L.A.'s 5 freeway. Not exactly the stuff of her good-girl beginnings.
So, what do her devout parents think of their daughter's decidedly secular lifestyle? "My parents love me and want the best for me," says Perry. "They don't care what I do just as long as I remember who I am, have some integrity and respect and don't end up like, well, it sounds like Shmitney Shmeers."
