Olivia Broadfield (Photo: Andrew Robert Fox)

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext helps off kick off the weekend early with some great new music tips. Plug in your earbuds and pretend it's Saturday!

Video of the Week: Olivia Broadfield – “Silence”

This U.K. singer-songwriter definitely has a little Feist-iness in her. Check out her dreamy stop-motion video, complete with wall-crawling outfits. See it all after the break.

Duffy NewNowNext Interview

Before taking to the TRL stage this week, the young, Welsh soul singer chatted with NNN about the only gay in her village and her sudden rise to stardom.

R.E.M. “Hollow Man” Video

The second single from the queer-fronted band’s Accelerate album is a raw plea for salvation - and flashy graphics take the place of the band itself.

Metro Station “Shake It” Video

The just-plain-fun Cali rock band hosts a dance-crew battle for their catchy number’s video.

The Ting Tings

The Ting Tings Debut Album Stream and “That’s Not My Name” Video

Katie and Jules of this British electronic project make their way to the States with debut We Started Nothing, as well as an iPod commercial and some funky, stripped-down music videos.

New Donna Summer “S-T-A-M-P” Video

The diva is approaching 60, but she still has an album, Crayons, on the way, as well as a new music video!

To herald the arrival of NewNowNext Design, mama Logo's new style and fashion site, we thought we would look back at some of the most dubious fashion trends perpetrated by TV, movies, and music. Now, keep in mind that I'm one of those gays who has absolutely no fashion sense myself, so instead of calling these "bad" fashion trends, let's just call them ... "memorable".

Aerobics chic
As perpetrated by: Flashdance

The 1983 hit Flashdance gave us plenty to squeal about: the classic soundtrack, with Giorgio Moroder at his most 80's, the introduction of future L Word icon Jennifer Beals, and a fashion statement that would soon have millions of women showing up at the aerobics studio in leg warmers and ripped sweatshirts. Even Snoopy was a maniac on the floor, starring in the Peanuts special It's Flashbeagle, Charlie Brown.

$400 shoes
As perpetrated by: Sex and the City

They're just shoes. They perform the same function as my Payless Clearance Special, but for some reason they cost $400. I'm talking, of course, about Manolo Blahniks, the Holy Grail of Carrie Bradshaw and thousands of other sexy single girls. Who needs things like heat, and food, and shelter when you can spend a week's paycheck on an ugly, uncomfortable piece of plastic?

Men in pastels
As perpetrated by: Miami Vice

Pastels. I still see them in my nightmares. Miami Vice taught us that men can look like "Party Mints" and still be macho and tough! And that rolled up jacket sleeves never lead to permanent wrinkles, and no one ever has sweat stains in South Florida.

See more memorable fashion trends after the break!

Black Kids

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext tips us off to what's hot in popular music. Yet again, we got slammed on Friday and hogged all the music dish for ourselves all weekend. Sorry!

Video of the Week: Black Kids - “I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance With You”

Lead singer Reggie Youngblood recalls the days when he was “a little girl” – hm? – meanwhile, his Jacksonville-based band somehow blends cheerleading, powdered wigs and lasers into one chaotic debut music video. Check it out after the break.

Mariah Carey “Bye, Bye” Video

Perfect timing, huh? Fresh from her surprise wedding to Nick Cannon, Mariah Carey released her second E=MC2 video, complete with home videos of the newlyweds.

Buzz on Jay Brannan’s Upcoming LP

Out musician and Shortbus star Jay will finally release his full-length debut. Find out the details – as well as his tour dates – here.

New Cobra Starship Video & Making-Of Clip for “Guilty Pleasure”

After performing at TRL this week, the tongue-in-cheek pop band released a remake of its Viva La Cobra video – which features a reenactment of the group’s manager forcing them to remake its video…

Deliver us from Nagle ...

KYLIEX2008 is going on in Europe – here are some pictures

While this no-doubt amazing show won’t hit the States, Kylie Minogue’s new tour in support of her X album can still offer us Americans some entertainment.

New Panic at the Disco Video – “That Green Gentleman”

The second ballad from new album Pretty.Odd features the Panic boys popping out of Russian dolls and frolicking in surreal parks.

April showers bring May flowers bring a (prescription)-drugged-up Angry Puppy. In between sneezes, Marc and Lee talk about the upcoming NewNowNext Awards, Matt Damon's quaint ideas regarding gaming and the last words you ever wanted to hear from John Barrowman.

Find out where to start reading about everyone's favorite bisexual, blue-collar warlock and where to see two early gay vampires in film. Also, Lee and Marc cover their usual geek shows: Battlestar Galactica, Lost, Doctor Who and Reaper.

Check it out after the break!

Kevin (Matthew Rhys) and Scotty (Luke MacFarlane) on Brothers & Sisters

That's right, folks: The NewNowNext Awards are in full swing, and we here at AfterElton.com are thrilled to be hosting one of the online categories: Best Gay Kiss of 2007.

Whether it was snogging Welsh alien-hunters, coming-of-age gay surfers, or straight comedians not squeamish about locking lips with another guy, there's bound to be a kiss in the bunch that caught your attention. To vote, simply pick your fave in the box at the bottom, below these handy, memory-jogging snaps. (All in the name of science, of course.)

Jack (John Barrowman) and Ianto (Gareth David-Lloyd) on Torchwood

Jack (Barrowman) and John (James Marsters) on Torchwood

Jonah Hill and "Andy Samberg's Dad" on SNL

Luke (Van Hansis) and Noah (Jake Silbermann) on As the World Turns

Zach (Trevor Wright) and Shaun (Brad Rowe) in Shelter

Vote below!

And be sure to head on over and vote for the rest of the categories! Tune in to AfterElton on June 7th for the results of this poll and all the NewNowNext Awards!

Naommon

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext tips us off to what's hot in popular music. School us, Colin!

Video of the Week: Naommon & Human Body - "Allnighter”

Harlem-based Parisian gay Naommon characterizes his debut album, Allnighter, as “electro-purple-fluoro-plastic-sulky-acid-soul-clashy-disco-sequin-pop.” Whew! We heard electro and sequins, so we’re happy. And the dark scenes of New York clubs actually have us ready to party. Check it out after the break!

Watch Madonna Roseland New York Concert

What we would have given to be one of the 2000 Madonna freaks crammed into her intimate Hard Candy show Wednesday night. At least we can enjoy some pictures and the video stream from MSN...

Scarlett Johansson “Falling Down” Video

Looks like Scarlett is still going for that music career - ‘cause the video from her album of Tom Waits covers has arrived – and it even has a Salman Rushdie cameo.

Katy Perry Interview with NewNowNext

California singer Katy’s ode to her ex features the lyrics,“You’re so gay ... and you don’t even like boys” … but we gays love her! Check out the video interview.

Fall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy “Beat It” Cover Video

From the band’s new concert CD/DVD, this Michael Jackson cover video features quite a few comical nods the pop legend.

Duffy “Mercy” Acoustic Performance

The Welsh soul singer is making her way to the U.S., so check out her unique voice in prep.

Telling on Trixie

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext tips us off to what's hot in popular music. Yet again, we hogged it all to ourselves for the weekend, but now we're ready to share. Colin, work your magic!

Video of the Week: Telling on Trixie – “Orion’s Light”

The gay-friendly NY band – come on, first a Top Model cameo and now Project Runway’s Jack Mackenroth? – has a moody new video that gets pretty kinky.

Gossip Interview

Iconic queer band Gossip talked with NewNowNext about their live-show audiences and why the gays – and the left-leaning, in general – need to come together.

Alicia Keys “Teenage Love Affair” Video

Alicia goes cutesy and high school for her new As I Am single - a tribute to Spike Lee’s ‘80s film School Daze.

Jason Mraz “I’m Yours” Video

Jason finds tranquility in a tropical getaway for his feel-good video from his new We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things LP.

Mary J. BligePhoto courtesy of Geffen Records

Mary J. Blige “Stay Down” Video

While Mary sings her heart out about a relationship in trouble, enjoy some truly cinematic shots of an arctic landscape.

Cure Tribute Album

The likes of The Raveonettes and The Wedding will appear on the upcoming tribute album. Check out the track list.

The Ting Tings

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext tips us off to what's hot in popular music, but we were swamped on Friday afternoon and weren't able to share them with you until today. (It's okay, it's not like music goes bad like milk or anything.)

Video of the Week: The Ting Tings - “Great DJ”

This British boy-girl duo with a punk-y, disco sound is just starting out – and for their first music video, Jules and Katie go tranced-out and robotic. Check out the video (and the adorable Jules) after the break.

The Hush Sound Video - “Honey”

The Chicago band combines pop melodies and indie piano blues for a playful take on temptations and deceptions of a few sleazy men.

Mario Lopez Video Interview With NewNowNext NOISE

John Polly chats with Mario Lopez at rehearsals for his new Broadway gig, A Chorus Line! Mario talks everything from his nude scene on Nip/Tuck to Miss Teen South Carolina.

Jason Mraz Interview With NewNowNext

The adorable coffee-house guitarist chats about his upcoming album, his current tour and why all of his friends are gay.

Madonna

Madonna Schedules New York Concert

With her eleventh studio album, Hard Candy, due at the end of the month, Madonna has scheduled a small live show in New York. Let the chaos ensue!

Mariah Carey’s New MTV Promo

Mariah Carey’s E=MC2 album is already a hit – but check out her funny promo for MTV. Her feet really do repel those things!

Tokyo Police Club

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext tips us off to what's hot in popular music. They're all yours, Colin!

Video of the Week: Tokyo Police Club - "Tessellate"

PC’s new single is guitar-heavy indie-pop packed with a political punch. From their upcoming debut album, Elephant Shell, the young men sing about broken hearts fitting together, but also about the rich overtaking the poor. Meanwhile, family and friends monitor a child, U.N.-style and ultimately approve resorting to violence to deal with a prep-school bully. But at what cost? Check it out after the break.

Hot Chip Video – “One Pure Thought”

Hot Chip’s latest dreamy, electro-rock single is a pointillist journey … to somewhere

Kate Perry Is One of The Boys

Singer Kate Perry’s new album hits stores in June, but she performed her lead track, “Ur So Gay,” for Carson Daly this week.

Robyn Video - “Who’s That Girl”

The long-awaited U.S. release from feisty Swedish singer Robyn comes later this year, but enjoy her video for the track written – perhaps – in response to disagreements with her former label.

Xiu Xiu's out frontman, Jamie Stewart

Xiu Xiu Video - “F.T.W.”

Xiu Xiu – led by queer front man Jamie Stewart – has produced another original and totally bizarre video, featuring stills of ancient religious texts and ornithology books.

Madonna Video - “4 Minutes”

When Madonna calls, you do what she says (she recruited everyone under the sun for this number); and when the world is ending … you look really hot and dance with Justin Timberlake?

Cat Power

Every Friday our friend Colin over at NewNowNext tips us off to what's hot in popular music. Take it away, Colin!

Video of the Week: Cat Power Performs “Metal Heart” on David Letterman

While her new cover album, Jukebox, definitely deserves a listen, check out Cat Power performing an old single on David Letterman. Chan Marshall gives a very hunched-over, breathy and mesmerizing performance of her Moon Pix album’s “Metal Heart.” Check it out after the break.

New Goldfrapp video

Having taken a turn for the subtle and folksy for its Seventh Tree album, the Goldfrapp duo is back with a one-take, bizarre yet feel-good video of utter bliss.

Kylie shoots for the Stars

Kylie Minogue has come to America for the release of her X album – so check out her performance on Dancing With The Stars of her first U.S. single, “All I See.”.

Pete Wentz talks to NewNowNext

Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz, who rocks guy-liner like no other, chatted with NewNowNext.com about his band’s new concert DVD, as well as high heels and hair-straightening.

Bjork's "Wanderlust"

New Bjork video - "Wanderlust"

Bjork ‘s new “Wanderlust” video is one of the more artistic we’ve seen in a very long time: The mix of lush sets and CGI creates something strange and absorbing … as we’d expect from Bjork..

Leona Lewis stream on LOGOonline

The U.K. phenom Leona Lewis’ debut album, Spirit, is still streaming on LOGOonline – and here’s what we think of the two new U.S. tracks.