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Katy Perry Under Fire for Kiddie Cupcake Bra Stunt

Alexandra Capotorto — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 04:00:31 +0000

It's bad enough that the world had to suffer through Katy Perry's super flat performance of 'Wide Awake' at the MuchMusic Video Awards last night (June 17), but now we have to read about the aftermath of her brilliant (read: not so brilliant) red carpet idea.

2012 MuchMusic Video Awards Performance Recap

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 04:10:27 +0000

What do you get when you combine boyfriends, butterflies and big hoop earrings with zebras, and acoustic and electric guitars? You get the essential elements of the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards performances. LMFAO, who also co-hosted the awards, opened the show with a bang. The duo performed a medley of their inescapable hits, from ‘Party [...]

Ed Sheeran Slows Down the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards With 'The A Team'

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 04:06:07 +0000

So while we sat waiting for another award to be given out or another performance to be announced, we were greeted once again by our lovely MuchMusic Video Award hosts LMFAO. Oh, and to add excitement, they decided to bring out Darren Criss from 'Glee,' who gave a quasi-performance of the duo's 'Sorry for Party Rocking' as it would be performed on Broadway, to announce the next performer.

Justin Bieber Takes Fans 'All Around the World' + Performs 'Boyfriend' at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:49:33 +0000

Justin Bieber closed Canada's 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards tonight (June 17) with his performance of 'All Around the World' and 'Boyfriend.' Having the Biebs close the show was more than appropriate, since he is a Canadian and one of the biggest stars around today. As LMFAO said before his performance, there is only one man big enough to close the biggest party of the year, and that's Bieber. We couldn't agree more.

Carly Rae Jepsen's 'Call Me Maybe' Crowned Video of the Year at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:34:29 +0000

Carly Rae Jepsen is the gift that just keeps on givin', guys -- the girl cleaned house tonight at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards! The Canada native took home the award for Video of the Year for 'Call Me Maybe,' and it was one of the night's biggest awards.

Fans Vote Katy Perry Their Fave International Artist at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:31:24 +0000

Katy Perry may have a full shelf full of awards, but she should consider adding some easy outfits to her wardrobe for when she has to make quick changes like she did tonight. When she nabbed the coveted Ur Fave International Artist trophy at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards tonight (June 17), she was only wearing the sparkling nude bodysuit she sported during her performance of 'Wide Awake.'

Carly Rae Jepsen Wins Ur Fave Video of the Year at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:27:04 +0000

Carly Rae Jepsen is apparently the homecoming queen of the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards. The Vancouver native took home numerous trophies tonight (June 17). The latest she'll add to her sure-to-be-crowded mantle? Ur Fave Video of the Year for -- what else? -- 'Call Me Maybe.'

Katy Perry Falls Flat With 'Wide Awake' at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:24:27 +0000

In one of the most anticipated performances of the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards, Katy Perry and her Barney the purple dinosaur-colored hair appeared on stage to perform 'Wide Awake.' She was wearing what looked like a kimono-like outfit, but it's Katy Perry, so we weren't exactly positive about the outfit.

Kelly Clarkson Belts Out 'Dark Side' + 'Stronger' at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:21:35 +0000

Kelly Clarkson may have lighter hair now, but she still has a ‘Dark Side’ — and she brought it, as well as ‘Stronger,’ to the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards tonight (June 17).The newly-svelte Clarkson rocked a blown out blonde hairdo and a black, white and gold structured dress that hugged her curves — it accented [...]

Justin Bieber Snags Most Votes for UR Fave Artist at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:06:13 +0000

Justin Bieber picked up the 2012 MuchMusic Video Award for Fave Artist of Group, despite some stiff competition from the likes of Drake and Carly Rae Jepsen. With 'Believe' set to drop in little more than 24 hours, the win has to feel extra special for Canada's favorite son.

Hedley Rock the 2012 MuchMusic Awards With 'Kiss You Inside Out'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 02:47:22 +0000

Since the MuchMusic Video Awards are a Canadian ceremony, the country was beyond well-represented by its native sons. Hedley was just one of the bands representing Canada, and the quartet performed their new song ‘Kiss You Inside Out’ on tonight’s (June 17) live broadcast. The pop-rock band started off the song by offering up a [...]

Flo Rida Brings a 'Good Feeling' + Carly Rae Jepsen to Stage During 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 02:34:23 +0000

Flo Rida brought more than a 'Good Feeling' to the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards stage tonight (June 17). He also busted out his hit, 'Wild Ones,' featuring a surprise guest. Sia wasn't available, but a certain Canadian cutie filled in happily!

Nelly Furtado Dons Huge Earrings for 'Big Hoops' Performance at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 02:24:15 +0000

Life most certainly imitated art for Canadian songbird Nelly Furtado during her performance of her most recent single 'Big Hoops (Bigger the Better)' at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards tonight (June 17). Looking like a futuristic diva with her high, slicked back ponytail and black dress, Furtado rocked a massive pair of circular, bright green earrings that extended well past her shoulders. That's what we call some big hoops!

Marianas Trench Show Flair for the Theatrical With 'Fallout' at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 02:13:33 +0000

Canada natives Marianas Trench — who racked up more nominations than any other act at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards — performed their song ‘Fallout’ from their concept album ‘Ever After’ outside during the live broadcast to tons of screaming fans. The performance was, in a word, rousing. It’s easy to see why their fellow [...]

LMFAO Wins International Video of the Year by a Group at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 02:06:19 +0000

Way to go, LMFAO! The party rocking duo snagged the International Video of the Year by a Group at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards for ‘Sexy and I Know It.’ Aussie heartthrob Cody Simpson presented the award to the ever-sexy pair. LMFAO stormed the stage with aplomb, with Redfoo’s supertight, blindingly bright blue, leopard-print pants [...]

Justin Bieber Wins International Video of the Year by a Canadian at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:57:38 +0000

You would think that because Justin Bieber won an award specifically catered to Canadians... at a Canadian music award show, that he'd be a little more enthusiastic and excited. Or ya know, that he'd at least be given a podium to stand at to give an acceptance speech. But no.

Katy Perry Wins International Video of the Year by an Artist at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:46:11 +0000

Congrats Katy Perry! The purple-haired starlet took home the award for International Video of the Year by an Artist at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards for ‘Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.).’ Native Canadian and ’90210′ actress Shenae Grimes presented Perry with her first award of the evening. K.P. rocked a sparkly, lacy black gown and had [...]

Carly Rae Jepsen Excites Audience With 'Call Me Maybe' at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Alexandra Capotorto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:39:31 +0000

The 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards wasted no time in giving its audience two live performances before an award was even handed out! Following LMFAO's colorful and super choreographed performance came pop's newest "It-girl," Carly Rae Jepsen, who performed -- you guessed it -- 'Call Me Maybe.'

LMFAO Kick Off 2012 Much Music Video Awards With Lots of Party Rocking

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:30:32 +0000

LMFAO pulled double duty during tonight's (June 17) 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards, which were held in Toronto, Canada and broadcast live. The fun-loving duo were not only tapped to host the event, they also opened the show with a shuffle-filled performance of their massive, summer 2011 anthem 'Party Rock Anthem.'

2012 MuchMusic Video Awards Red Carpet Pictures

Cristin Maher — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:15:37 +0000

Tonight at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards, stars posed for fun pictures on the red carpet with some very interesting guests on their arms. Katy Perry, Canada native Justin Bieber, fellow Canadian Carly Rae Jepsen and Selena Gomez -- most of whom are performing at this evening's show -- all hit the red carpet at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards in Toronto for some adorable, and is some cases, steamy pictures.

2012 MuchMusic Video Awards Winners List

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:13:48 +0000

O Canada! The Great White North celebrated the achievements of its most popular artists at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards, and the winners weren’t really all that shocking — except there were a few surprises thrown in!Before the awards show even officially started, some of your fave PopCrush artists snagged trophies. Native Canadian Carly Rae [...]

Drake Wins MuchVibe Hip-Hop Video of the Year at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:51:25 +0000

Finally, some Drake news that doesn't involve bottle throwing and Chris Brown! The Toronto-born rapper took home the 2012 MuchVibe Hip-Hop Video of the Year title at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards tonight (June 17) for 'The Motto.'

Carly Rae Jepsen Wins Most Streamed Video of the Year at 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards

Jessica Sager — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:28:38 +0000

The red carpet only just began and Carly Rae Jepsen is already taking home a trophy. The ‘Call Me Maybe’ singer snagged the Most Streamed Video Award of the Year at the 2012 MuchMusic Video Awards tonight (June 17).Jepsen’s win likely wasn’t a big surprise, seeing as not only was her original video for ‘Call [...]

2012 MuchMusic Awards: Katy Perry, Justin Bieber + More Earn Nominations

Scott Shetler — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:06:24 +0000

The MuchMusic Video Awards — Canada's equivalent of the MTV Video Music Awards — have revealed the list of 2012 nominees, with big names like Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj and Rihanna earning nominations in key categories.

LMFAO to Host 2012 MuchMusic Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:15:36 +0000

Party rock will be in the house at the 2012 MuchMusic Awards when LMFAO handle the hosting duties.

That's right, Redfoo and his buddy Sky Blu will be the show's co-hosts. The fun-o-meter for this event just shot through the roof wit