Jay-Z, Rihanna, Kanye West open "The Jay Leno Show"

Jay Leno will welcome superstar Jay-Z who will perform with Rihanna and Kanye West when the trio of entertainers break the seal on Leno's new series in the premiere of "The Jay Leno Show" (Monday-Friday, 10-11 p.m. ET) as the new comedy series debuts on Monday, September 14.

Jay-Z with Rihanna and West will be the first to rock the program's brand new stage as they perform "Run This Town." The song is from Jay-Z's highly anticipated new album "The Blueprint 3," which will be available in stores and online on September 11.

- http://www.thejaylenoshow.com/

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Green Day and Pink set for 2009 MTV VMA's

MTV is taking over New York City and breaking down the walls as Green Day and P!nk are set to perform at the "2009 MTV Video Music Awards." Grammy Award winning rockers Green Day return to the VMAs stage to perform a hit off their latest album, 21st Century Breakdown. After an explosive performance at last year's show, P!nk is determined to top herself this time around with a song from her multi-platinum selling album Funhouse. In addition, Katy Perry, Ne-Yo and Gossip Girl's Chace Crawford are the first presenters confirmed for the show. As previously announced, Russell Brand will host and Taylor Swift and Muse are set to perform. The "2009 MTV Video Music Awards" will air live on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 9PM (Live ET/Tape delayed PT). Additional performers, nominees and presenters will be announced at a later date.

Flo Rida, Heidi Montag, David Guetta and Kelly Rowland perform on Miss Universe Pageant

Superstar artists Flo Rida, Heidi Montag, David Guetta and Kelly Rowland will perform at the 2009 Miss Universe Pageant. Billy Bush, co-anchor of "Access Hollywood" and Claudia Jordan of "Celebrity Apprentice" and "Deal or No Deal," will host the competition live from Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas on August 23rd at 9 PM ET on NBC and Telemundo.

- http://www.missuniverse.com/

BET Launches New Music Series

BET is launching a new music program titled "Grey Goose Entertainment and BET Present: Rising Icons." This new late-night series will profile eight of the world's most talented and gifted musicians. Premiering on Monday, July 27 at 10:30 pm (ET/PT) with Chrisette Michele, the half-hour series will not only showcase their musical skills, but take viewers on a personal journey into their world.

Additional "Rising Icons" featured throughout the series include Hal Linton, Keri Hilson, Kid Cudi, Melanie Fiona, Ryan Leslie, The Dream and Wale.

- www.bet.com/risingicons

Sean Paul performs on "So You Think You Can Dance"

Next week, in the penultimate performance show airing Wednesday, July 29 (8:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX, the Top 6 dancers (Brandon Bryant, Evan Kasprzak, Jeanine Mason, Ade Obayomi, Kayla Radomski and Melissa Sandvig) will compete for a coveted spot in the finale.

The following night, Jamaican dancehall superstar Sean Paul will sing his new hit, "So Fine," and dance troupe JabbaWockeeZ will perform before America's Top 4 dancers are revealed on the live results show Thursday, July 30 (9:00-10:00 PM ET live/PT tape-delayed)

- http://www.fox.com/dance/

Jimmy Kimmel Live listings

Mon, July 27: Samuel L. Jackson; Jamie-Lynn Sigler; musical guest Sean Patrick McGraw (r)
Tue, July 28: Leslie Mann; Eric Winter; musical guest Parachute
Wed, July 29: Jonah Hill; skateboarder Ryan Sheckler
Thu, July 30: Seth Rogen; Melissa Sagemiller; music by Jack's Mannequin
Fri, July 31: Anne Heche; Aubrey Plaza; musical guest Diane Birch

- http://abc.go.com/latenight/jimmykimmel/

The Daily Habit - Week of 07/27/09

Mike Vallely and musical guest Revolution Mother – Monday 7.27.09
Today, pro skater, actor, rocker and sensei of the hand-plant; Mike V is back on the Habit to talk all things from music and skating to his acting gig in "The Hangover." Plus, we check out the 2009 Elemental Awareness Contest at the Wilmington Skate Park in Los Angeles, CA. Also, Mike V's band Revolution Mother unleashes their single from the hit film "The Hangover" live on the Snickers Soundstage.

Jake Brown, Sean Sheffey and Peter Smolik – Tuesday 7.28.09
Don't say we didn't warn you; skaters Jake Brown, Sean Sheffey and Peter Smolik drop in on the Habit and wreak some very fun havoc. We know you've heard about it and today they'll show you the revolutionary Paradox Grip Tape in action. Plus, we head to the premiere of The Blind Video with our very own party animal, Chris Fairbanks. Also, Joey Brezinski heads to New York for the 5th annual 2009 Back to the Banks contest in Brooklyn.

Dave Mirra and Sal Masekela – Wednesday 7.29.09
Today we're getting you STOKED for this weekend's 2009 Summer X Games with a killer show. He's the most decorated X Games athlete; pro BMX rider and Rally car racer, Dave Mirra is on the Habit. Plus, the X Games host with the most, Sal Masekela is back on the Habit to scoop us on Summer X. Also, correspondent Jessica Smith heads to Nate Adam's amazing FMX compound to see how he's training to beat all the heat at Summer X.

Miki Vuckovich, Louie Psihoyos, Richard O'Barry and musical guest Underoath – Thursday 7.30.09
Today, photographer and Executive Director of The Tony Hawk Foundation, Miki Vuckovich drops in on the Habit. Plus, director Louie Psihoyos and activist Richard O'Barry stop in to talk about "The Cove", their moving and critically acclaimed documentary that exposes the dolphin slaughter in Japan. Also, today's musical guest Underoath is here to bring their authentic metalcore to the Snickers Sound Stage.

Ben Bourgeois and Kekoa Cazimero – Friday 7.31.09
Today, pro surfer Ben Bourgeois is back on the Habit to talk about his upcoming film part in "Spectacular Adventure." Plus, Hawaiian ripper Kekoa Cazimero hits the Habit to fill us in on his new documentary "Riding with Koa." Also, Jessica Chobot gives you a heads up on the game Wanted: Weapons of Fate.

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