"Rich" Video

It's coming soon ;).
I mean - REAL soon. Just had word!
Stay tuned bitches :D

Lolene Sets Time For UK Arrival...

So I just spoke to Lolene on twitter and straight from the girl herself, I would like to announce that Miss Foo Foo will arrive on our shores after JULY!
So get ready disco babies, our girl is set to make her arrival!!
Until then, spread the word & fake it til you make it bitches!

Over and out!!

SMD

First Review Of "Electrick Hotel" Is In.

Check out this hot track-by-track review from "Pop Trash Addicts" for Lolene's debut effort!

Intro

Is it wrong to be obsessed with an intro? I love that she's carried the hotel theme through album and the sentence "I'm Lolene and ch-ch-checkin' in!" is already iconic in my mind and the music is fabulous. I actually wish she had turned this into a song. It would have been fucking hot.

Sexy People

The world's first taste of Lolene is a hot club track but it really misrepresents her sound. That said, I'd be lying to say that I haven't played "Sexy People" several hundred times - usually when I'm drunk and making a spectacle of myself. But it is that kind of song. Trashy fun for inebriated gays and fag hags. Interestingly, this was produced by Christopher Rojas who is fast becoming one of my faves. Not only did he contribute songs to Vanessa Hudgen's underrated "Identified" album but is featured on holy Heidi's era defining masterpiece "Superficial". Class.

Rich (Fake It Til You Make It)

From low brow club filth to a radio ready shot of pure pop, Lolene taps into a more commercial sound for her official debut single. I've been obsessed with "Rich" since it first leaked, so I'm rather surprised to say that it's not my favourite song on the album. It is, however, a great single choice. Everyone can identify with the fun lyrics and I just know Lolene is going to bring it in the video clip. The Messengers (Justin Bieber, Chris Brown etc) are super hot right now and their production sounds fresh and very current. Fingers crossed it turns out to be a massive hit.

Lionheart

This amazing 80s inspired pop anthem probably just nudges past "Radio" and "For The Record" as my favourite track on the album. It's just so ridiculously over the top and irresistibly catchy. The chorus is monstrous and you can almost see the wind machines and elaborate costumes that will inevitably feature in the video. Moreover, it reminds me of my second favourite Sheena Easton song - 1985's brilliant "Young Lions". Somebody hurry up make a mash-up! Interestingly, "Lionheart" was co-written by Sheppard Solomon whose previous credits include Paris Hilton's amazing "Nothing In This World", Natalie Imbruglia's career highlight "Shiver" and Britney's "Touch Of My Hand". So you know it's gonna be quality. Well, with the exception of that last song.

Ordinary Girl

I'm usually wary when dance divas sing ballads. It can go horribly wrong but "Ordinary Girl" is a nice change of pace with cute lyrics about having the strength to not fit in. As a friend of mine correctly pointed out, it has a touch of Orianthi about it but there are worse people to be compared to. I guess. The biggest surprise is Lolene's voice, which has more strength than I would have previously given it credit for. It seems legendary producer Nellee Hooper finally recovered from working with Australia's next superstar @m8er to produce this lovely ballad.

Under The Bus (feat. Sam Sparro)

Sam Sparro usually makes me want to vomit and castrate myself simultaneously so it's really saying something when I describe this duet as bearable. Sam's production is particularly hot. Love the sample.

Interlude

Lolene calls room service for a hot guy, a plate of love, an owl, a zebra, a sewing kit to mend a broken heart and a bottle of fabulous. Girlfriend needs to share her drugs!

Carousel

Guitars suddenly emerge for this hot slice of pop-rock. When I say that "Carousel" reminds me of Ashlee Simpson crossed with Hilary Duff, I mean it as a massive compliment. Sure, the production is edgier and Lolene has more attitude than both of those musical heavyweights put together but there is something very "Bittersweet World" about the song. And it suits pop's hottest new diva superbly. "Carousel" should be in the running for a future single. It's catchy as fuck and I can imagine radio lapping it up.

Radio

Ok, I've changed my mind. This is my equal favourite track along with "Lionheart". I'm sure some people will write "Radio" off as too soft and pretty for today's disco stick riding pop crowd but I love the Kylie-esque sweetness of "Radio". The lyrics are unbearably cute ("tune into me every day, I'm that hit you want to play") and the synths are straight outta "Neon Nights". This was co-produced by the dude behind Cobra Starship and, amusingly, Jeffre Star. Dannii needs to hire these guys for her next album because this shit is seriously amazing!

Die Without Love

For an edgier dance sound, check out the club anthem in waiting "Die Without Love". This jam has summer floorfiller written all over it. I love the feelgood lyrics and the beats come thick and fast. By this stage I was already prepared to declare "The Electrick Hotel" a masterpiece but it just keeps on getting better. Check out the next track for proof.

For The Record

I've changed my mind again! "For The Record" is every bit as brilliant as "Radio" and "Lionheart". This is the track Lolene wrote with my lovely Luciana, Nick Clow and Richard Vission (ie. the team who brought you "I Like That") and it's completely fucking amazing. In fact, it's probably the best song Luci has penned for another artist with the possible exception Kylie's "Cupid Boy". The heavy club beats suit Lolene perfectly and the shouted verses are vintage Luciana. Combine that with a thunderous chorus and cool lyrics and you have one of 2010's hottest club tunes. This has to be a single!

Bang Bang

Lolene's streak of killer tracks had to end eventually and "Bang Bang" is the closest thing to filler on "The Electrick Hotel". It's not bad by any means - just a bit of a let down after all the hotness that came before it. However, it does boast my favourite lyric on the album: "I ain't Betty. I ain't doin' the do!" Anyone who name checks Ms Boo is clearly worthy of our love and admiration.

Limousine

Now this is fucking camp. "Limousine" reminds me of a cross between Aretha's "Freeway Of Love" and Natalie Cole's "Pink Cadillac". Yes, it's that GAY. This song basically sums of the difference between Lolene and Gaga. The latter would never let her hair down enough to sing something as irreverent and fun as this. "Driver turn the system up for me, OMG it's even got a jacuzzi!" Awesome.

Fucked Up

"Fucked Up" brings an unusual reggae/ska flavour to "The Electrick Hotel". I know Lolene is vehemently opposed to comparing female pop singers but it's an easy reference point for the uninitiated to say that this has more than a whiff of Gwen Stefani about it. I love the shouty chorus and bitter lyrics. The piano outro is also very cool. Lolene wasn't exaggerating when she told me that she dabbled in a bit of everything on the album. I'm just stunned that all her risks paid off. Music nerds will be interested to note that "Fucked Up" was produced by Oak, who recently crafted "Hands Tied" for the legendary and always age appropriate Toni Braxton.

Beautiful Disaster

The album closes on a high with this stunning ballad. "Beautiful Disaster" is pretty in a Ryan Tedder gone electro kind of way. Lolene doesn't have the biggest voice in pop music but she does have a distinctive one and knows how to get the most out of it. This kind of reminds me of Britney at her least annoying - see "Everytime" or "Unusual You". It's very pretty and the lyrics are genuinely touching. The perfect calling card for 2010's hottest new talent.

9/10

THIS Is What We Need to Live Up To...

Its starting in America bitches! Check out this poster put up on the streets of California. Its only a matter of time before things heat up for Lolene in the UK too, and you'd better be ready! I wanna see posters like this over here too!!
Fake It Til Ya Make It!!

SMD

Rich featured on...

THE HILLS!!!

Thats right sexy people, Lolene's soon-to-be hit record "Rich" appeared on an episode of the Hills a couple of days ago. I know the UK are behind the US in The Hills shows, but keep checking it out and you'll be sure to hear it soon!!
Congrats Lolene!
And remember everyone, LIFE IS A COCKTAIL ;)

SMD

Fabulous New Interview

Hey bitches!!
Love Lolene? Then you simply must check out this brand new interview with Lolene, conducted on her very own balcony! And yes, the owl was present lol!!
Enjoy!!
Arjanwrites Music Blog Interviews Lolene

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Stop the Rumours - This is NOT Album Cover!

Take a look at this AMAZING cover for The Electrick Hotel - I think she looks stunning :). BUT, for those of you who have heard that this is the album cover - its all lies! Lolene herself took to her twitter page to state that an album cover has not yet been chosen. Guess we'll just have to wait a bit longer to see the real thing sexy people!!

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Stop Press - Official "Electrick Hotel" Playlist

Allow us to present to you the official tracklist for Lolene's debut album. Who's excited? I know I am!

The Electrick Hotel Track Listing:

Intro
Sexy People
Rich (Fake It Til You Make It)
Lionheart
Ordinary Girl
Under the Bus
Interlude
Carousel
Radio
Die Without Love
For the Record
Bang Bang
Limousine
F*cked Up
Beautiful Diasaster

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Lolene's Official Electrick Hotel Press Release

New York, NY – May 4th, 2010) – Capitol Records recording artist Lolene has announced her debut album The Electrick Hotel will be released in August, 2010. The British dance floor barbarella plays hostess at The Electrick Hotel and is ready to invite the world to check-in and stay a while. Each of the 15 songs on the album represents a different room in the hotel and each tells a story, capturing a different part of Lolene’s personality. The album’s first single "Rich (Fake It Til You Make It)" is about living your life as if you’ve already made it, about believing you are what you want to be and having the confidence to know dreams can come true. The single will hit top 40 radio in June and is currently available at iTunes. A free download is being offered on Lolene’s website http://lolenemusic.com/rich_freedownload.html. Last month Radaronline.com premiered a visual first look at The Electrick Hotel with a video trailer featuring audio clips of the songs "Rich (Fake it Til You Make It)", "Lionheart" and "Ordinary Girl." The trailer can be viewed here.

"I’m so excited to release The Electrick Hotel and to invite the world into the hotel as my guests and enjoy my music," said Lolene. "Drinks on me!"

Lolene erupted into the club world last fall by releasing her first song ever "Sexy People" which reached #5 on the Billboard dance charts. She has spent the last few months playing at dance clubs around the country including multiple shows at Miami’s Winter Music Conference and a recent performance at Palm Spring’s Dinah Shore weekend. Lolene has spent every moment possible over the last year in between gigs in the studio putting the final touches on The Electrick Hotel.

Months before the release of The Electrick Hotel, songs have begun appearing in TV commercials and movies. "Sexy People" was featured in a Victoria Secret commercial last December and "Rich (Fake It Til You Make It)" is currently featured in the Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler Columbia Pictures film "The Bounty Hunter." "Sexy People" will also be used in the upcoming Columbia Pictures film "Born To Be A Star" starring Christina Ricci and Nick Swardson opening Labor Day weekend. Lolene is currently featured in Sebastian Hair advertorial with a 12-page feature running through the end of the month in OK! Magazine with exclusive video content placement on okmagazine.com.

Lolene got her start in music as a teenager in her home town of Bristol, England by writing songs and singing backing vocals for trip-hop artist Martina Topley-Bird and local drum-and-bass pioneer Roni Size. After finishing school, she moved to London and fronted an all-girl pop vocal group signed to a development deal at BMG Records. The London scene wasn’t enough to contain someone as driven as Lolene and she found her way to Hollywood with nothing more than a demo CD and a dream. She scored a songwriting deal with multi-platinum producer J.R. Rotem (Rick Ross, Rihanna, Britney Spears, Sean Kingston) through his publishing label Beluga Heights/Sony ATV. While writing for Rotem, Lolene came up with the concept of the The Electrick Hotel and soon signed a deal as a solo artist with EMI’s Capitol Records. The Electrick Hotel will be released in summer 2010.

Behind The Scenes...

News just in - Lolene is FLYING in her video for "Rich". Yeah, you heard right - my girl is taking on the stunts. The bitch is flying!! Lolene checked into her twitter moments ago to share a picture. Looks like fun!!

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Picture of the Week

Its Monday so that means its time for our first ever "Picture of the Week". These vary from pictures of Lolene herself to pictures that you, the fans, send in for us to see! So, send, send, send away sexy people :).
Today's picture is a new shot of the lovely Lolene, looking as hot as ever, for you all to enjoy!!
Loves it!

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Lolene Live!

Have you watched a live performance from Lolene yet?
If not, why the hell not?!? lol!!
Check this video out bitches & see our star perform "Rich".
Who's excited about seeing performances like this in the UK?

SMD

Lolene Has The Most Creative Fans...

Check out this BEAUTIFUL design made by one of Lolene's fans. Loves it right?!?!
Are you just as creative?
If so, send in your work to us and have them shown here for all of Lolene's fans, and the lady herself, to see :)

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An Introduction...

Hey Sexy People,

I just thought i'd take a moment to properly introduce myself. My name is Simon Michael Davies and I am the Head of the Lolene UK Street Team.
I have been selected by Lolene to run the UK Street Team due to my passion and love for her and her music.
This site is still in the early stages of development but hopefully it will soon become the first port of call for all things Lolene for all you UK fans!
So join us in this very special section of the Electrick Hotel where love is free and cocktails are on us!
Please help support Lolene by inviting all your friends to "check in" here and follow the page.
Also, feel free to follow us on twitter at www.twitter.com/loleneukfans.
Remember everyone, "Sexy People" and "Rich" are available on iTunes now & look out for "The Electrick Hotel" album coming soon.
Fake it 'til you make it!! xxx
Simon Michael Davies - Head of Lolene UK Street Team.