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A Note from Gwen
News » Posted: 11/4/2006
Just mastered and finished the record yesterday. It's been a crazy race to get it out for you guys before Christmas. It's very exciting and better than I imagined it could be. Wind it up, it's Yummy time!
“Wind It Up” Live Performance
News » Posted: 11/3/2006
You can now preview a clip of Gwen performing "Wind It Up" from the Harajuku Lovers Live DVD on the Gwen Video Player or YouTube.com.
Log on to Yahoo! Music on Tuesday Nov 7th for the premiere of the entire
song performance.
The Harajuku Lovers Live DVD hits stores Dec 5th.
Gwen Stefani Dolls Available For Pre-Order
News » Posted: 11/1/2006
Gwen's Love. Angel. Music. Baby. limited edition doll line is now available for online pre-order.
Next month will mark the release of a limited edition series of eight dolls inspired by Gwen's Love. Angel. Music. Baby. album and tour. Each doll will reflect her eclectic onstage incarnations. Ranging from her Hollaback Girl to the fashion-forward Harajuku Girls of Tokyo, the dolls in this high-end line will reflect her distinctive style and personality.
"I thought the dolls would be a good opportunity to capture some of the key looks from the album and the tour," said Gwen. "The Harajuku Girls and I wore such wicked costumes we had to share them with the world again."
Each doll comes with interchangeable outfits along with exclusive collectibles like posters, pocket mirrors, trading cards and other stylish accessories. Using images and characters from her music videos and onstage performances, the dolls are truly an extension of Gwen's music and vision.
Pre-order any or all of the eight dolls now at either Target.com or Huckleberrytoys.com
They won't last long!
Gwen Webisodes
News » Posted: 10/27/2006
Catch the Gwen Webisodes every week here at GwenStefani.com for a behind the scenes look at the making of THE SWEET ESCAPE.
Watch the Episodes on the Gwen Video Player or subscribe to the Podcast at iTunes
"The Sweet Escape" Details!
News » Posted: 10/24/2006
Gwen Stefani will release her second solo album, The Sweet Escape, on December 5, 2006. The new album is the follow-up to 2004’s quadruple-platinum Love. Angel. Music. Baby., which included the hits “Hollaback Girl” and “What You Waiting For?”
The first single from The Sweet Escape is The Neptunes-produced “Wind It Up.” The video will be directed by longtime collaborator Sophie Muller. Other contributors to the album include Akon, Tony Kanal, Nellee Hooper, Sean Garrett, Swizz Beatz, Dave Stewart and Keane’s Tim Rice-Oxley.
“This album is surprisingly different than the last one. I started
recording it last year before Kingston was born and it’s definitely
evolved over the last year. The dance sound is very ‘now.’
It’s modern…not so retro,” says the Grammy-winning
singer-songwriter.
Simultaneously, Gwen will release the concert DVD Harajuku Lovers Live,
filmed during shows in her hometown of Anaheim, CA. The concert was
also filmed by Sophie Muller.
Gwen will embark on a U.S. tour in April 2007.
Keep visiting gwenstefani.com in the coming weeks for new exclusive content and news leading up to the release of the album.
Gwen Premieres her new single "Wind It Up"!
News » Posted: 10/24/2006
Gwen gave a sneak preview of her new single "Wind It Up" this morning on Z100 in NYC and KISS FM in LA. She called in to answer a few questions about the Single, New album "The Sweet Escape" and her tour that's coming in April of 2007.
Listen to the Interview with Ryan Seacrest at kissfm.com | Listen to the Interview with JJ on Z100.com
New Album & DVD News
News » Posted: 10/6/2006
Gwen is currently putting the finishing touches on a brand new album which will be out before the end of the year. "This is definitely another dance record but the sound has evolved a lot over the last two years as I've gone in and out of the studio. It's more melodic and very modern." she said recently. This time around Pharrell Williams, Nellee Hooper and Tony Kanal return producing/co-writing new songs while first time collaborators Akon and Tim Rice-Oxley (of Keane) join the fray. Song titles include "Wind It Up", "Orange County Girl", "Fluorescent" and "Candyland."
A live DVD is also set to be released this year. The Harajuku Lovers Live DVD will feature a full concert performance shot last year in Gwen's hometown of Anaheim, CA and will be packed with bonus features and footage as well. The live performance includes all the songs off of L.A.M.B. along with 2 songs from the new album. Frequent video director and friend Sophie Muller helmed the concert film.
Keep checking gwenstefani.com for the latest album info, appearances and details on Gwen¹s 2007 word tour set to begin in April and cover North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
Meet Gwen's Dancers
News » Posted: 10/1/2006
Get to know Gwen's Dancers:
The Boys -
REMEDY: Remedy, grew up in Alexandria, Virginia, twenty miles south of Washington DC. He started dancing at seventeen and moved to New York City after graduating from high school. Remedy’s break-through job came in the form of a popular holiday commercial for Target. Since then he has appeared in television and print ads for companies like the Gap, Apple Computers and T-mobile. Remedy has also worked with talented artists such as Mary J Blige, Sarah Jessica Parker, Wyclef Jean, and Ja Rule. After seven years in New York City, Remedy moved to Los Angeles. This move helped lead him to a job as one of Gwen Stefani’s dancers on the Harajuku Lovers Tour 2005.
FLEA: Born and raised near Miami, Florida, Flea began dancing at a young age. He found his true passion in hip hop and began B-Boying when he was 12. He started dancing in local stage shows at age 16. When Flea moved from Florida to Los Angeles his career immediately took off. He has been seen on the Latin Grammy Awards, the MTV Movie Awards and in numerous television commercials and music videos. He was also a featured performer with Rennie Harris PureMovement Tour. Flea’s biggest accomplishment to date was performing with Gwen Stefani as part of the Harajuku Lovers Tour 2005. His quote, “Struggle is the essence of life,” encourages him to find peace, love and happiness.
LEGACY: Legacy was, born July 10th in Brooklyn, New York, and has now become one of the most well respected break dancers (B-Boys) in the entertainment industry. Known for his acrobatic movement and choreography, he is also distinguished for his individuality and drive. Legacy’s first dance job was in 1998 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum, which later led to a contract at Universal Studios, Florida. Working with Universal Studios, Legacy became very personable and developed great discipline. With only $240 in his pocket, Legacy and his best friend and business partner Flea, moved to L.A. in 2004. Legacy has worked his way up to performing with Gwen Stefani, dancing with an amazing crew.
STEELO: Steelo originally hails from the Bronx, New York. He lived in Puerto Rico throughout his teens and moved to Los Angeles in 2001. Steelo has been “breaking” for fourteen years, dancing professionally for eight years, modeling for six years and is currently pursuing an acting career. He has appeared in films like 2 Fast 2 Furious and in television performances for the Oprah Winfrey Show (featuring Madonna). He has performed in music videos by Missy Elliott and Britney Spears and has worked with artists like Justin Timberlake and Janet Jackson. Most recently, Steelo toured with Gwen Stefani as part of the Harajuku Lovers Tour 2005.
The Girls -
LOVE: Love, a native of Tokyo, Japan, began studying dancing when she was just five years old. At 21, Maya’s ambition and dedication helped her land a position touring with Japanese Rock group B’z. Soon after, she began appearing with other Japanese pop stars like Namie Amuro, Kumi Kouda and BOA. In 2003, she moved to Los Angeles to study dance and English. In 2004, Love landed a principle role as one of Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Girls. She traveled with Ms. Stefani both internationally and domestically to promote the album “Love. Angel. Music. Baby.” In 2005, Love toured the nation performing in sold out arenas as part of the Harajuku Lovers Tour.
ANGEL: Originally from Torrance CA, Angel took hip-hop dance classes at San Diego State University thinking it would be a fun hobby. There she found her passion for hip-hop dance, music, and culture. Since her graduation from SDSU, Angel has performed on various commercials and television shows. She has danced with artists like Missy Elliot, Christina Milian, Ricky Martin and of course Gwen Stefani, whom she danced and toured with as part of the Harajuku Girls.
MUSIC: Music grew up in Okinawa, Japan, with dreams of moving to America. Ever since she was a young girl, she loved dance and was inspired by artists like Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, and TLC. She taught herself how to dance by watching their videos and practicing in her house. Music moved to Los Angeles in 1999 to study in America and pursue her career as a dancer. She has toured with Britney Spears and was featured in music videos by Missy Elliot and Marques Houston. Most recently, Music has traveled the world as one of Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Girls and was a featured performer on the Harajuku Lovers Tour 2005.
BABY: Baby grew up in Osaka, Japan, where she began dancing informally at quite a young age. She moved to Los Angeles in May of 2004 and booked her first job in America as one of Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Girls. Baby has contributed to various projects including music videos, commercials, photo shoots and live performances. She was also a featured performer on Gwen Stefani’s Harajuku Lovers Tour 2005.