Wednesday, June 25, 2014

MTV USA To Revive "Total Request Live" For One-Off Ariana Grande Special, "Total Ariana Live"

The Associated Press is reporting the exciting Nickelodeon Star News in the following article, from CBS News that Nickelodeon USA's sister network, MTV USA, will reprise its popular former "Total Request Live" countdown show for a one-off special with Nickelodeon Star and breakthrough pop singer Ariana Grande ("Sam & Cat", "Victorious") called "Total Ariana Live"!

The network announced today, Wednesday 25th June 2014, that MTV will bring back the series on Wednesday 2nd July 2014. Grande has the No. 2 song in the USA with the saxophone-laced "Problem".

The 20-year-old will perform her latest hit on "Total Ariana Live", debut her follow-up single, "Break Free", and discuss her upcoming second studio album.

The half-hour "Total Ariana Live" will air next Wednesday at 7:00pm ET/PT on MTV USA.

Ariana Grande will also perform at "Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular" Independence Day celebrations celebrating the birth of the USA on Friday 4th July 2014 (8-10pm ET/PT) on NBC:
MTV will revive "Total Request Live" for a day



Ariana Grande performs onstage during the 2014 iHeartRadio Music Awards held at The Shrine Auditorium on May 1, 2014, in Los Angeles. KEVIN WINTER/ GETTY IMAGES

MTV will reprise its former "Total Request Live" countdown show for a day with breakthrough pop singer Ariana Grande.

The network announced Wednesday it will bring back the series on July 2. Grande has the No. 2 song in the country with the saxophone-laced "Problem."

The 20-year-old will perform her latest hit on "Total Ariana Live," debut her follow-up single and discuss her upcoming sophomore album.

"TRL" ended its run in 2008 after 10 years. The show was MTV's most influential franchise, but the network pulled the plug after declining ratings.

Grande was the star of the Nickelodeon sitcoms "Victorious" and "Sam & Cat." She released her debut album last year, which featured the hit "The Way."

The half-hour "Total Ariana Live" will air next Wednesday at 7 p.m. E.

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Platinum Games Announces "The Legend of Korra" Video Game

The entertainment news website IGN UK is reporting the very exciting Nickelodeon News in the following article that Platinum Games is developing a brand-new video game based on Nickelodeon's popular original fantasy steampunk-themed animated series (Nicktoon) "The Legend of Korra"!

The "Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance" and "Bayonetta 2" studio and Activision will launch "The Legend of Korra", a downloadable third-person combat game, during Fall/Autumn 2014 on PC, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.

You can watch Platinum Games and Activision's trailer for their upcoming "The Legend of Korra" video game in the online streaming video clip below.

"Legend of Korra" writer Tim Hedrick is writing the story, which takes place between "The Legend of Korra"'s second and third seasons (Book Two: Spirits and Book Three: Change). As the series' leading lady, players will use the Avatar's fire, earth, air, and water elements in combat to fight familiar enemies such as Mecha Tanks and Chi Blockers, as well as other Benders in the 3-on-3 Pro-Bending arena.

A Webfoot Technologies-developed turn-based strategy version of "The Legend of Korra" will also be released on Nintendo 3DS this year. Where Platinum's action game is all about fast-paced martial-art combat, the 3DS game will "focus on tactically maneuvering Korra and her allies on the battlefield."

Further news and information about Platinum's "The Legend of Korra" game is expected to be released later this week, along with IGN's hands-on review of the game.

"The Legend of Korra: Book Three" debuts on Nick USA on Friday 27th June 2014 at 7:00pm (ET/PT). TLoK fans can catch up on what happened in Book One and Book Two here on Nick.com.

From uk.ign.com:
PLATINUM GAMES' THE LEGEND OF KORRA COMING IN 2014

A turn-based 3DS game is also coming, but from another studio.

Platinum Games is developing The Legend of Korra, a third-person combat game based on the Nickelodeon TV show.

The Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance and Bayonetta 2 studio and Activision will launch its downloadable Legend of Korra game this fall on PC, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3.

Korra scribe Tim Hedrick is writing the story, which takes place between The Legend of Korra’s second and third seasons. As the series' leading lady, players will use the Avatar's fire, earth, air, and water elements in combat to fight familiar enemies such as Mecha Tanks and Chi Blockers, as well as other Benders in the 3-on-3 Pro-Bending arena.

A Webfoot Technologies-developed turn-based strategy version of The Legend of Korra will also hit Nintendo 3DS this year. Where Platinum's action game is all about fast-paced martial-art combat, the 3DS game will "focus on tactically maneuvering Korra and her allies on the battlefield."

Look for more on Platinum's The Legend of Korra game, including our hands-on impressions, later this week.

The Legend of Korra: Book Three debuts this Friday. Catch up on what happened in Book Two, and stay tuned for episodic reviews on IGN.


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Sneak Peek From First Episode Of "The Legend of Korra - Book Three: Change", "A Breath of Fresh Air"; Premieres 6/27 On Nickelodeon USA

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has announced and confirmed the very exciting Nickelodeon News in the following press release, from The Futon Critic, that, after a much-anticipated return, Nick USA will premiere "The Legend of Korra" - "Book 3: Change" on Friday 27th June 2014 at 7:00pm (ET/PT) with two back-to-back episodes - "A Breath of Fresh Air" and "Rebirth", followed by a special bonus episode, "The Earth Queen"! Brand-new episodes will continue rolling out every Friday at 8pm (ET/PT) beginning 11th July 2014.


To celebrate the debut of "Legend of Korra" season three, Nickelodeon USA's press office has unveiled a super sneak peek of the first brand-new episode from "Book 3: Change", "A Breath of Fresh Air", which you can watch in the high definition (HD), high quality (HQ) online streaming video clip below!

The first two episodes follow the events of Harmonic Convergence, and Avatar Korra discovers that her decision to leave the spirit portals open has unexpected consequences. Wild spirit vines have overgrown Republic City and Airbenders are suddenly popping up across the four nations. Korra, Tenzin and Team Avatar search for new Airbenders in an effort to recruit them and rebuild the Air Nation. Meanwhile, a band of sinister criminals are organizing to hunt down the Avatar themselves.

Additionally, "The Legend of Korra - Book Two: Spirits" Blu-ray and DVD, created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, will be available Tuesday 1st July 2014. Also, for a limited time, TLoK fans located in North America can relive Korra's adventure so far by watching all currently released episodes of "Korra" for free on nick.com now, which also includes special interviews and exclusive content!

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

NICKELODEON DEBUTS "THE LEGEND OF KORRA BOOK 3: CHANGE" THIS FRIDAY AT 7 P.M. (ET/PT)

After a much-anticipated return, Nickelodeon will premiere The Legend of Korra Book 3: Change this Friday, June 27, at 7p.m. (ET/PT) with two back-to-back episodes - "A Breath of Fresh Air" and "Rebirth" followed by a special bonus episode, "The Earth Queen." Brand-new episodes will continue rolling out every Friday at 8p.m. (ET/PT) beginning July 11.

The first two episodes follow the events of Harmonic Convergence, and Avatar Korra discovers that her decision to leave the spirit portals open has unexpected consequences. Wild spirit vines have overgrown Republic City and Airbenders are suddenly popping up across the four nations. Korra, Tenzin and Team Avatar search for new Airbenders in an effort to recruit them and rebuild the Air Nation. Meanwhile, a band of sinister criminals are organizing to hunt down the Avatar themselves.

The Legend of Korra - Book Two: Spirits Blu-ray and DVD, created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, will be available July 1. Also, for a limited time, watch all of the Korra episodes for free on nick.com now, which also includes special interviews and exclusive content.

The Legend of Korra takes place 70 years after the events of Avatar: The Last Airbender and follows the next Avatar after Aang - a girl named Korra (Janet Varney) who is from the Southern Water Tribe. Book 3: Change continues the journey of Korra, a 17-year-old headstrong and rebellious girl who continually challenges and bucks tradition on her quest to become a fully realized Avatar in a world where benders are under attack. The series voice cast includes Janet Varney (Dinner and a Movie) as Korra, David Faustino (Married... with Children) as Mako, P.J. Byrne (Wolf of Wall Street) as Bolin, J.K. Simmons (The Closer) as Tenzin, Mindy Sterling (Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery) as Chief Lin Beifong, Seychelle Gabriel (Falling Skies) as Asami Sato, Kiernan Shipka (Mad Men) as Jinora, and Eva Marie Saint (Superman Returns) as Katara.


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The Legend of Korra Book Three: Change "A Breath of Fresh Air" Sneak Peek:

Book 3 “A Breath of Fresh Air” Clip from Elizabeth Cain on Vimeo.


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Country Music Sensation Florida Georgia Line Set to Perform Live at Nickelodeon's First Ever "Kids' Choice Sports 2014"

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has today, Wednesday 25th June 2014, announced in the following press release, from Business Wire, that award-winning country stars Florida Georgia Line will make their debut appearance on Nickelodeon at UCLA's Pauley Pavilion as they perform a medley of songs at Nickelodeon's inaugural "Kids' Choice Sports" Awards! The duo will perform their 7X Platinum, #1 smash single "Cruise", and Platinum-certified hit "This is How We Roll" (featuring Luke Bryan).



Photo Credit: Kristin Barlowe L-R: Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line (Photo: Business Wire)

Additionally, a powerhouse line-up of athletes and celebrities have been confirmed to join host Michael Strahan live on Thursday 17th July 2014 (8:00pm ET/PT) to announce the inaugural group of honorees: Super Bowl XLVIII champion Marshawn Lynch (Seattle Seahawks), NBA MVP superstar Kevin Durant (Oklahoma City Thunder), Will Arnett and Megan Fox ("Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles"), Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors), Nick Cannon ("America's Got Talent"), Landon Donovan (Los Angeles Galaxy), Henrik Lundqvist (New York Rangers), Victor Cruz (New York Giants), Metta World Peace (New York Knicks), George Lopez ("Lopez Tonight"), pro skateboarder Tony Hawk, Olympic snowboarder Kelly Clark, pro surfer Bethany Hamilton, Anna Faris ("Mom"), Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney, Debby Ryan ("Jessie"), Dez Bryant (Dallas Cowboys) Raini Rodriguez ("Austin & Ally") and Rico Rodriguez ("Modern Family").

Kids can cast their votes in 14 categories on Nick.com/sports and all of Nickelodeon's digital platforms feature a brand-new voting experience http://www.nick.com/kids-choice-sports/vote. Kids can get in the game by watching video highlights of the nominees in each category, voting for their favorite all-star athletes, and even multiplying their votes with a special "Kids' Choice Sports" Slime Multiplier game. In the game, fans can rack up points while playing four different slime-filled sports games, while simultaneously adding votes to their favorite nominees. Kids will also be able to gear up for game day by watching funny short videos, photo galleries and more on the site. Then on July 17th, Nick.com will be the official destination to score a court-side seat for all of the orange carpet action, complete with a live video and photo stream, straight from the main event, at 7:30p.m. ET/PT.

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

Country Music Sensation Florida Georgia Line Set to Perform Live at Nickelodeon's First Ever Kids' Choice Sports 2014

Super Bowl Champion Marshawn Lynch, NBA MVP Kevin Durant, and NBA Superstar Stephen Curry, Olympic Snowboarder Kelly Clark, U.S. Soccer Superstar Landon Donovan, Inspiring Pro Surfer Bethany Hamilton and NFL Star Victor Cruz Among Top Athletes Confirmed to Join Top Celebrities in Presenting the Awards at Inaugural Telecast

Hosted by Michael Strahan, Thursday, July 17

Kids' Voting Now Open in 14 Categories on Nick.com/sports

June 25, 2014 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time


LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Award-winning country stars Florida Georgia Line will make their debut appearance on Nickelodeon at UCLA’s Pauley Pavilion as they perform a medley of songs at Nickelodeon’s inaugural Kids’ Choice Sports Awards. The duo will perform their 7X Platinum, #1 smash single “Cruise,” and Platinum-certified hit “This is How We Roll” (featuring Luke Bryan). Additionally, a powerhouse line-up of athletes and celebrities have been confirmed to join host Michael Strahan live on Thursday, July 17 (8 p.m. ET/PT) to announce the inaugural group of honorees: Super Bowl XLVIII champion Marshawn Lynch (Seattle Seahawks), NBA MVP superstar Kevin Durant (Oklahoma City Thunder), Will Arnett and Megan Fox (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), Stephen Curry (Golden State Warriors), Nick Cannon (America’s Got Talent), Landon Donovan (Los Angeles Galaxy), Henrik Lundqvist (New York Rangers), Victor Cruz (New York Giants), Metta World Peace (New York Knicks), George Lopez (Lopez Tonight), pro skateboarder Tony Hawk, Olympic snowboarder Kelly Clark, pro surfer Bethany Hamilton, Anna Faris (Mom), Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney, Debby Ryan (Jessie), Dez Bryant (Dallas Cowboys) Raini Rodriguez (Austin & Ally) and Rico Rodriguez (Modern Family). Kids can cast their votes in 14 categories on Nick.com/sports.


"We are so pumped to be a part of this fun night!" said Florida Georgia Line's Tyler Hubbard. "Both of us grew up playing sports and to be a part of celebrating kids' favorite players is awesome!"

"I played baseball up through college and my coaches, teammates and pro- players were some of the most influential role models in my life," adds Florida Georgia Line's Brian Kelley. "To be able to applaud these athletes and perform for all those sports fans out there is amazing!"


Florida Georgia Line has skyrocketed since releasing four consecutive, multi-week #1 smashes in the U.S. and Canada with the Platinum-certified hits "Stay," "Get Your Shine On," "Round Here" and 7X Platinum "Cruise," making Tyler Hubbard (Monroe, Georgia) and Brian Kelley (Ormond Beach, Florida) the only artists in history to join Brooks & Dunn in achieving this accolade. Breaking the record for longest #1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs Chart, "Cruise" has sold over 7 million downloads and is the best-selling digital Country single of all time (SoundScan). Amassing international appeal, the duo has tallied over 14.5 million tracks sold worldwide from their chart-topping, Platinum-certified debut album Here's to the Good Times (Republic Nashville), produced by Joey Moi. FGL penned over half of the tracks on the project, including the BMI Pop Award-winning "Cruise" remix and the Platinum-certified smash "This Is How We Roll" featuring Luke Bryan, whose recently released remix also features Jason Derulo. Previously taking home ACA, AMA, ACM, Billboard, CMA and CMT Music Awards, the superstar duo is currently in the studio working on their sophomore album, expected for release this fall. The ACM Vocal Duo of the Year is on the road for their headline run – THIS IS HOW WE ROLL SUMMER SERIES 2014 – featuring special guest Nelly and opener Chris Lane, in addition to direct support for Jason Aldean. For tour dates and more, check out FloridaGeorgiaLine.com.


Kids can now vote on Nick.com/sports and all of Nickelodeon’s digital platforms feature a brand-new voting experience http://www.nick.com/kids-choice-sports/vote. Kids can get in the game by watching video highlights of the nominees in each category, voting for their favorite all-star athletes, and even multiplying their votes with a special Kids’ Choice Sports Slime Multiplier game. In the game, fans can rack up points while playing four different slime-filled sports games, while simultaneously adding votes to their favorite nominees. Kids will also be able to gear up for game day by watching funny short videos, photo galleries and more on the site. Then on July 17th, Nick.com will be the official destination to score a court-side seat for all of the orange carpet action, complete with a live video and photo stream, straight from the main event, at 7:30p.m. ET/PT.

Presenting sponsor of Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Sports 2014 is SUBWAY® restaurants. Associate sponsors are Air Hogs and Mattel's BOOMco.

Legendary Super Bowl Champion and Fox NFL Sunday analyst Michael Strahan is the co-host of the top-rated morning talk show LIVE with Kelly and Michael. Prior to joining the ranks of the top sports broadcasters in the country, Strahan helped lead the New York Giants to their third Super Bowl championship in 2007 with a dramatic win over the New England Patriots. A seven-time Pro-Bowler and one of only four players ever to lead the NFL in sacks for two seasons during his 15-year NFL career, Strahan was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2001 when he broke the 18-year-old NFL single season sack record with 22.5 sacks, a record that still stands today.

Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton of Done + Dusted (London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony, 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, iHeartRadio Music Awards 2014) will serve as executive producers of Kids' Choice Sports 2014, with Hamilton also serving as director of the show. Constance Schwartz of SMAC Entertainment is also an executive producer.

As president of Done + Dusted, Ian Stewart devises, stages and films some of the biggest events across the planet. The prolific production company has garnered awards from the Grammys to a Peabody, Emmys and BAFTAs, Rose d'Ors and countless others. Recent highlights include: NBC's New Year's Eve with Carson Daly 2012-2013, NBC's Hurricane Sandy Coming Together benefit, CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute 2012 and Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2013.

Hamish Hamilton's credits as director include the 2014 Oscars, Super Bowl Halftime Show 2014, all four ceremonies for the London 2012 Olympic Games, 2013 MTV Video Music Awards and The Rolling Stones at Glastonbury. This year he received two BAFTAs and an Emmy nomination. Hamilton began his directing career in Scotland working for the BBC and has since travelled far and wide shooting documentaries, concert films and awards shows on every continent.

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