Always Melanie B (website updates and news)

LEAKED! Whose Is It?

2008-10-31T17:42:00.005-02:00

Take a listen at Whose Is It?, a new Mel B's song that leaked on the Internet a few days ago.

Click HERE to check it out.

Lyrics:
Yeah I'm british
Say what...

Don't swim in the water, if you don't wanna get wet
Don't come in my kitchen, if you don't wanna sweat

You better freeze don't move, it's about to go up
I'm a renegade, so it's about to get rough
Take these handcuffs, your under arrest
I got probable cause, this is not a test

Got a bone to pick, yeah I'm talking to you
It's a sticky situation, hope you got sweetooth
Make you stretch, do you like aerobics class
When you do the hokey pokey turn around and smack my... hahaha

I can't deny
I see you got your feelings deep or better
But don't lose it now, hold it down
There's a question I gotta ask before we end it
I wanna hear it

Whose is it? Huh? It's mine, it's mine, it's mine, it's mine
Whose is it? Huh? It's mine, it's mine, it's mine, it's mine
Whose is it? Whose is it? I got it, I got it
Whose is it? Huh? It's mine, it's mine, it's mine, it's mine

I can't hear you - Speak up, say it louder
Double dare you - Speak up, say it louder
Whose is it? Whose is it? Whose is it? What? What?
Whose is it? Whose is it? Whose is it? What? What?

Don't swim in the water, if you don't wanna get wet
Don't come in my kitchen, if you don't wanna sweat

Better stop don't move, it's about to get hot
When I get in position, don't move last spot
You're driving this car, but I'm in control
So when I put it in fifth, don't let the clutch go

Gonna take it for a trip, from the ground to the sky
So when I say "Can you feel this?", then you better not lie
Make you stretch, do you like aerobics class
When you do the hokey pokey turn around and smack my... hahaha

I can't deny
I see you got your feelings deep or better
But don't lose it now, hold it down
There's a question I gotta ask before we end it
I wanna hear it

Whose is it? Huh? It's mine, it's mine, it's mine, it's mine
Whose is it? Huh? It's mine, it's mine, it's mine, it's mine
Whose is it? Whose is it? I got it, I got it
Whose is it? Huh? It's mine, it's mine, it's mine, it's mine

I can't hear you - Speak up, say it louder
Double dare you - Speak up, say it louder
Whose is it? Whose is it? Whose is it? What? What?
Whose is it? Whose is it? Whose is it? What? What?

Yeah I'm british
Say what...

Don't swim in the water, if you don't wanna get wet
Don't come in my kitchen, if you don't wanna sweat

A fan made edit of "Whose Is It" available in Multimedia

Buy Once Give Twice charity auction

2008-10-07T20:22:00.002-03:00

Buy Once Give Twice, an online charity auction company, wants to let you know that they are currently auctioning one of Mel B�s leopard print catsuits!

The proceeds are going to the Breast Cancer Haven. The current bid is �100, and the auction will finish on October 26th. The item can be viewed at buyoncegivetwice.co.uk/lots/mel-bs-leopard-print-cat-suit-

TWO brand new official websites/projetcs!

2008-10-04T17:37:00.003-03:00

TotallyFit.com
Whilst many celebrities go to great lengths to get trim, Mel B's regime is very simple and easy to follow for both men and women of all ages and body types.

Based on a simple 28-day plan that Mel B followed after the birth of her daughter, to shift excess baby weight, "Totally Fit" features a highly effective 60-minute 'do at home' fitness class plus four 10-minute workouts. These workouts focus on specific 'problem' areas, and the DVD is full of nutritional advice plus features Mel B divulging her tips and secrets for a healthy eating plan.

Mel B presents "Totally Fit" will be available to buy in UK stores on December 26th 2008 - perfect for shifting that festive bulge!

Also available in the US on February 3rd 2009!

MelBSale.com
Mel B invites you to spice up your life with a rare opportunity to land some of the star's most treasured items, with all proceeds going to charity.

To start bidding on a medley of Mel B's memories, simply visit the site and click on a room on the blueprint to see what's inside.

All proceeds will go to CLIC Sargent, helping to provide all round care and support to children and young people with cancer and their families.

New blog entry!

2008-09-27T13:54:00.003-03:00

Taken from Melanie's official blog at melaniebrown.com

Hi everyone,

It certainly has been a busy, amazing couple of weeks for me.

I just got back from Vietnam, where I co-hosted the Miss Universe pageant. What an incredible experience - great people, delicious food, the sea was the clearest, cleanest blue I've ever seen, great for swimming, although with a temperature of 80 degrees it was a challenge to cool off. The countryside was also breath-taking and I was lucky enough to take in the most beautiful sunsets I've ever seen. It was a great trip, although the poverty level of many of the Vietnamese people was certainly eye-opening.

I had a fabulous time doing the show, met girls from 80 different countries. My co-host Jerry Springer was incredibly fun to hang out with, he had me in fits of laughter, the man has the sense of humor of a 21-year old! I also had the opportunity to meet and hang out with the amazing Lady GaGa who performed her hit "Just Dance" on the show. What a cool, refreshing, edgy performer (and person) - if you haven't had the chance to check her out, do so immediately!

After the show, we boarded the 21-hour flight back home (!) Now it's family time and back to work on my new album.

The album is being produced by Richie Beats, Damon Elliott, J.R. Rotem and Scott Storch. We're busy perfecting it, but I'm thrilled with what I'm hearing.

When I'm not in the studio, I'm busy with my TLC TV show "The Singing Office". Joey and I are having a marvelous time meeting talented and fun people across America, and I hope you're having as much fun watching it as we are making it.

Thanks again for all your support. Be in touch soon.

Love,
Mel B.

Mel B plays down Posh rivalry

2008-09-08T18:20:00.001-03:00

Monday, September 8 2008, 09:26 BST
By Simon Reynolds, Entertainment Reporter
digitalspy.co.uk

Mel B has insisted that there is no rivalry between her and Victoria Beckham.

Like Beckham, Mel has her own fashion range, though she has played down talk of competition with her fellow Spice Girl.

"The Spice Girls have never really been in direct competition with each other," Metro quoted Mel as saying. "I'm doing my own stuff and Victoria's fashion stuff is really well established but completely different."

Mel added that moving to the US has helped revive her music career. She said: "I've been doing really well. I managed to get hold of Missy Elliot and Lil' Kim and they are up for doing some stuff."

Mel B's new album Reimagined, her third solo record, is scheduled for release early next year.

Boob job' for Mel B

2008-09-03T10:10:00.002-03:00

Thanks to mcrulesme from DenDen

Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown asks for a boob job from Sir Richard Branson in a hilarious new cartoon advert for Virgin Media.

The Leeds-born singer, known as Mel B in her girlband heyday, is seen in the saucy animation dressed in her trademark leopard print catsuit. Her character visits a German plastic surgeon and tells him she wants make a "big impression in Hollywood" while gesturing to her chest. And after 'prescribing' Virgin's Movies on Demand service to help her "stand out from ze udders", the surgeon is revealed to be Virgin boss Branson.

After seeing the advert, titled 'Melony Brown', the singer said: "I'm over the moon with my animated alter ego and the advert really made me giggle! It's definitely fresh and original and I'm going to make sure all my friends and family go to the cinema to see it."

The commercial, masterminded by So! Animation, will hit British cinema screens from September 12 (08).

Posing for the Cure

2008-08-27T10:25:00.004-03:00

Melanie B teams with Kraft Foods� Pose for the Cure Campaign, featuring Jell-O, Cool Whip and Philadelphia brands, which are raising money and awareness for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, a group that supports breast cancer research.

Visit poseforthecureshirts.org in September to purchase a limited edition T-shirt designed by Mel B. A portion of the net proceeds per shirt goes to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

ABOUT THE T-SHIRT
Mel B - Melanie Brown of the hit group, The Spice Girls, now branching into fashion - champions the battle against breast cancer with her own ribbon design in white reversed from a field of multi-tone pink water-color-like splashes, all artfully applied to a 60% cotton / 40% polyester short sleeve T-shirt. Could anyone other than Mel B. make a statement this wearable? Purchase one for yourself, a loved one, or anyone else looking to say that they, too, have joined the fight!

Questions? Email: poseforthecure@kompolt.com

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Real Health interview + site updates

2008-08-09T22:23:00.002-03:00

Known for her sexy good looks and onstage outrageousness, Mel B (formerly Scary Spice of the Spice Girls) made headlines when she became pregnant and gave birth to Eddie Murphy�s child. Since then, she�s looking hotter and healthier than ever and her career is soaring. What�s her secret?
Melanie was interviewed by Kate Ferguson for Real Health Magazine and tells all of her beauty secrets. Click here to read full article.

We have a brand new section ... In Melanie B > TV you'll find information on the main tv shows, documentaries, reality shows and tv series featuring Melanie - including the acclaimed "Dancing With The Stars" and the new "The Singing Office."

A new category was created in our photo gallery... 2008 - General/New Images has been updated with 19 of the more recent photos of Mel, all from this year and published for the first time on our site... Visit melanie-brown.org/pictures/categories.php?cat_id=19

More news are to come, stay tuned.

Mel B, Pine Valley Style

2008-08-08T11:09:00.004-03:00

Thanks to soapnet.go.com

We've been obsessed with Mel B. for quite some time. How could you not fall in love with her as "Scary Spice" during her time with The Spice Girls? With a resume that extends beyond singing (hosting, acting, being a mom), she's a busy woman. But not too busy to miss "All My Children."

We were psyched, and surprised, to find out Mel was an "AMC" fan. But if you think about it, "AMC" being Mel's "something" makes sense. How? Why don't we list them for you. We love lists:

1) She was on "Dancing with the Stars" with Cameron Mathison, a.k.a. Ryan Lavery on "AMC." Friends support friends. Especially when said friends act on a TV show with lots of good drama.

2) Mel's quite the fashionista. I mean, we can't really recall seeing her not put together. So we're not really surprised she's all about "AMC." The women on that show are always in outfits that we've just seen on the runway. And they wear it with flair. We kind of hate them for it (so we're jealous, sue us). But seriously, "what are they wearing?" is totally reason to watch.

Speaking of style, did you know that denim shorts are back? For real. Sorry, we had to share. Mel and "AMC" get us all revved up about style.

3) Mel spent many a night on the road with the Spice Girls. So she's no stranger to best girlfriend bonding. And fighting. And bonding. And laughing. And fighting. And gossiping. Which is exactly what goes on at Fusion, the women-run cosmetics company at "AMC's" center. There were 5 Spice Girls and there are 5 Fusion women. Get the connection?

We know it's the frenemy dynamic of Fusion's Kendall and Greenlee that Mel really enjoys. Serena and Blair on "Gossip Girl" have nothing on these two. It's a fascinating relationship, but the connection between Kendall and Greenlee is kinda true. We all have that "love 'em one minute, wanna strangle them the next" girlfriend. Hmmm...wonder if its that way between Mel and any of the Spice Girls? BTW, we love Posh. We're kind of obsessed with her life.

4) Like many of the women on the show, Mel's a working mom. Like them, she manages to somehow balance it out with relationships, friends and some personal style. Again with the clothes! Sorry, it's a big part of "AMC".

5) Another reason Mel likes "AMC"? Well, she's got eyes. She sees what the men on the show look like. Ummm ... how could she not watch?

6) Drama! "The Hills" seem tame compared to Pine Valley, "AMC's" setting.

You can see Mel talking about her "AMC" love in the videos here and here.

So really, we're NOT surprised Mel watches the show. She's not alone though. Check out these other celebs that watch ABC Daytime and SOAPnet shows:
Jamie Anderson, professional snowboarder.
Mike Metzger, THE godfather of freestyle motocross racing.
Vincent Pastore, actor (You know, Big Pussy on "The Sopranos"!).
Kristi Leskinen, champion skier
Billy Currington, country singer
Randolph Duke, celebrity style maker/fashion designer.
Jason Gray-Stanford, actor
Elizabeth Berkley, actress

Want more info on "All My Children"?
"All My Children" Soap Opera History
Since 1970, the "All My Children" soap opera (AMC) has entertained audiences and brought thrilling drama to daytime television. It has retained its timeslot longer than any other daytime soap. An 2007. AMC reached the landmark of having broadcast for 30 years straight. When Agnes Nixon created AMC, her goal was to bring a soap to the air that was capable of addressing topical social issues. AMC made history for discussing the Vietnam War, homosexuality, abortion, and AIDS. Even Erica Kane, AMC's diva-in-residence, at one time suffered from drug addiction and sought treatment at the Betty Ford Center. Along with its handling of social issues, AMC has also always been known for its particular sense of humor and an intelligent brand of satire.

Always Melanie B.. Reimagined!

2008-08-07T16:25:00.002-03:00

A change of color - photos from You Magazine, get off the Scary Spice and bringing Melanie B "Reimagined" - understood right? Heheh

Well, content updates are yet to come. Now, a new multimedia section is online... MP4. Within it are available to download multimedia files for digital audio players - mp3/mp4/mp5, like synchronized lyrics and mp4 videos (and soon amv videos, as well as Spice Girls videos).

Contact form is working again, feel free to send any notice about broken links, songs and videos request, suggestions or criticism ... Everything'll be welcomed and attended as possible.

We have two new affiliates: Mel B Fan Forum, the latest forum dedicated to Melanie B, C and Melanie C Base, dedicated to Melanie C. Visit them!

The Secret Life of � Mel B

2008-07-03T21:52:00.001-03:00

From Spice Girl to mom to "The Singing Office," she's a bit more "gentle."
By Denise Martin, Special to the latimes.com

She may have lost out to race-car driver Helio Castroneves on "Dancing with the Stars," but Melanie Brown (a.k.a. Scary Spice, Mel B) is determined to make a go of a post- Spice Girls career. She'll co-emcee the 2008 Miss Universe pageant with Jerry Springer next month for NBC. And today, Brown and fellow former pop star Joey Fatone will co-host TLC's "The Singing Office," a series in which the pair surprises several unsuspecting offices by rallying the 9-to-5 staffers into competing in a musical throwdown. "There was something about being there with the everyday office crowd that turned out to be a lot of fun. Some of them really wanted to sing, others I had to chase around with a mic," she says. But make no mistake, "We weren't out to find the next big pop star, so don't expect that!"

Brown talked to us about her "secret life," including the highs and lows of being celebrity, her first big splurge and what movie always breaks her heart.

What movie makes you cry?
"Stepmom." Without a doubt. Whenever it's on, I have to watch. And it's always on, isn't it? I feel like it is. Every time I'm channel-surfing, there it is. And every time, I stop. [The remake of] "The Heartbreak Kid" too, but it's more like crying from laughter. It actually hurts from my laughing so hard.

If you could change one thing about being a star, what would it be?
It'd be nice to not have paparazzi take pictures of you when you don't know they're there. I've gotten caught in some of the worst positions. But then again, I've had guys come up to my face and say "I'm going to take a picture of you" and I can't stop them. It's quite creepy.

Do you ever read the tabloids?
Well I don't read them, but sure, I have a quick look at the pictures. [Laughs] I admit it! But if I read the print, it'll wind me up. Even if it's nice, you might just be the flavor of the month and then you'll probably get trashed the next. So I'm always hoping I'm somewhere in between.

Do you wear a disguise when you're in public?
No, I'm very proud of who I am.

What's the best thing about being a star?
You get to cut in line every now and then and you walk into your restaurant and usually get a table. It might be booked for three months out and you can still get in -- that's the best.

What did you first splurge on once you made big money?
I bought myself a Rolex and I bought my mum and dad a big seven-bedroom house in the town where I grew up.

What's your favorite thing to do alone?
I love to get massages and meditate.

What was your first Hollywood job?
I was 13 and an aspiring actress and I finally got this gig as an extra in this British series called "Coronation Street." I was stacking shelves in a store as part of the background. It was my claim to fame for a year or so because everyone watched it. It was huge. And actually, everyone still watches it. My part actually grew as time went on and I actually got to speak once. It was thrilling.

What's the biggest misconception about you?
Probably that I'm scary. I'm not really. I am very opinionated, more so when I was younger. Whatever I thought in my head I used to say out loud. Now, I try to say things a little bit differently, so I'm more, I don't know, gentle.

Which film or TV character would you most like to play?
Sydney Bristow in "Alias." I'd love to play someone who gets to kick ass every day.

What's on your TiVo?
Apart from " Hannah Montana" and kids programs, hmmm, I like watching nature documentaries. There's a number of them waiting for me.

What was your favorite subject in high school?
Well, I went to a performing arts school and I found that I really loved playing the drums. I ended up doing all my exams in drums alone. I haven't played seriously in five or six years, but every now and then I'll let loose. You get to be wild and free when you're drumming.

If you were given three free hours right now, what would you do with them?
I'd probably take my kids to the park or go on a roller-coaster ride and then have some delicious food cooked by my husband [producer Stephen Belafonte]. He's a fantastic cook. He makes really good roasted vegetables, wonderful chicken. It's just delicious.

Melanie Brown and Jerry Springer to co-host 2008 Miss Universe

2008-06-27T17:12:00.003-03:00

By cnn.com

NEW YORK (AP) -- Jerry Springer and Melanie Brown will co-host the 2008 Miss Universe pageant, which will air live from Nha Trang, Vietnam, on July 13.

Springer, 64, is host of NBC's "America's Got Talent," and Brown, 33, is a special events correspondent for "Access Hollywood."

Also known as Mel B of the Spice Girls, she said: "I'm thrilled to be a co-host of the Miss Universe pageant. I believe the diversity and dedication that the pageant brings inspires and empowers young women across the globe."

The pageant will be televised on NBC and the network's Spanish-language channel Telemundo. Contestants representing 80 countries are judged in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview.

The Singing Office is on the way!

2008-06-14T20:22:00.006-03:00

By tlc.discovery.com

PREMIERES JUNE 29
SUNDAYS 9/8c

ABOUT THE SHOW
Each week, hosts Joey Fatone and Mel B surprise an office, hold an impromptu audition - in front of their co-workers - to create a team of the five best singers, and help them prepare for their time in the spotlight. Then, it's off to the stage for a choreographed sing-off to earn a spot in the finale and a chance to win $50,000. No office is safe this summer.

Mel B's back!

2008-06-06T23:53:00.001-03:00

Interview by Emma Lazenby
www.gm.tv

Mel B chats to gm.tv about life in L.A, her American success and the end of the Spice Girls - forever!

First of all...Leeds or L.A?
Leeds will always be my home and I love it but I've lived in L.A for six years now and I can see myself always being there! The sun always shines, I'm very successful there and my kids are really happy. I definitely won't be moving back home any time soon. I've got too much on! I've just signed a deal with VH1 for my clothing range, I'm doing tons of presenting over there and meeting really interesting people, so I'd be crazy to leave now!

Would you say your success on Dancing With the Stars was the start of your American fame?
Yeah, that was the first big thing I did out there and the reaction I got was fantastic! I had a lot fun doing that.

And we've heard you've been working with Janet Jackson...
Yep, well I'm 10 songs into my album and she worked with me on one of the tracks. I'm also doing a tour of America with her in September, which I can't wait for. She's a great lady.

Are you missing your fellow Spice Girls now the tour has finished?
It's been six months now since the tour ended and people are still talking about it! I don't have chance to miss the girls because we're constantly texting and talking on the phone. We'll always be close, no matter what happens. But we've all said separately that we'll never get back together now. That's it for The Spice Girls. The tour was the perfect way to thank the fans and say goodbye.

You've now entered the lingerie modelling world - you look fantastic! Please tell us your whole life isn't diets and exercise!
No way! Well, I don't agree with diets - they don't work! I'm lucky because I like healthy food and I don't have a sweet tooth. Everything in moderation! I just work out twice a week with a really effective fat burning exercise plan and that works for me. I'm bringing out a fitness video later in the year, so look out for that.

How are you celebrating your anniversary? Have you got the night off tonight?
I finish work at about 3pm today and I think Stephen is planning a surprise. We've got the whole night free, so it should be nice. He's not a fan of London though! He hates the weather and he's not a big fan of the people.

Have you taken him up north yet?
No, I haven't had the chance! I will soon though. He's met my mum lots of times - she always comes to London whenever I'm back over here.

Would you say that, in this point in your life, you're happier than ever?
I'm always happy! I don't have 'down times'. I've been upbeat since I was 13!

Mel B fly's in from LA: 3 Cities - 1 Day!

2008-06-02T22:45:00.002-03:00

Meet the new Face & Body of Ultimo 4th June 08

Debenhams:

London, Oxford St, 9.30 am
Liverpool, Lord St., 1.15 pm
Glasgow, Silverburn, 4.30 pm

'Em' being signed photographs, of course. The new face - and chest - of Ultimo bras starts a busy day of signings at 9:30am in Debenhams, Oxford Street next Wednesday. Girl Power!

Spice Girl, Mel B is the biggest star Ultimo have ever signed and her first personal appearance for the brand is going to be an understandably grand affair. As she touches down from LA especially for Ultimo, we�re bringing Mel B to 3 major cities across the UK! She�ll visit London, Liverpool and Glasgow, and all in one day thanks to a private jet!

To see the new Ultimo range click here: www.ultimodirect.com

Thanks to: AllInLondon.co.uk

Happy birthday Melanie!

2008-05-29T20:38:00.002-03:00

Eeh, 33 years!

Happinesses and many years of life to our beloved Melanie, stuffed of conquests, accomplishments, joy, success and love (and we all know that her, more than anybody, deserves.). These are Always Melanie B best wishes!

Well, and did you think that you wouldn't get a gift? The birthday is hers and the gift is ours!

Media section is updated, with new videos including:

- Feels so good @ South Africa Freedom Day
- Feels so good @ Top of the Pops
- Feels so good @ Bugs Bunny Show
- Feels so good @ National Lottery
- Lullaby live @ CDUK
- Lullaby live @ The Priory
- Tell me @ Carramba Che Fortuna
- Tell me @ Big Brother
- Tell me @ TMF Awards 2000

Enjoy it!

Spice Girl Mel B to release fitness dvd

2008-05-25T17:21:00.000-03:00

by MelanieBrown.com

Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown is hoping to cash in on her super-toned body - she's in talks to relelase a fitness video.

The 32-years-old pop star got fit thanks to demanding rehearsals for the Spice Girls' reunion tour and her stint competing on US TV show "Dancing With The Stars".

And now she wants to share her exercise secrets with fans: "I work out three times a week and combine lots of weights. I've devised my own workout that hopefully I'll be sharing with people soon".

MelanieBrown.com updates

2008-04-21T20:47:00.007-03:00

Both articles taken from Melanie's official website.

Mel B to front new Ultimo capaign [Click here to see the pictures]

Spice Girl Mel B is the new face and body for Ultimo lingeire, replacing Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding.

Mel B has been enlisted to promote the new spring/summer 2008 collection, which is said to be inspired by the "glamor and vintage Art Deco charm of Miami Beach".

The new range features bright colours and leopard print embroidery and is available from Debenhams stores nationwide and online from ultimo.co.uk. MJM International, which owns the Ultimo brand, also produces Ultimo D-G, Michelle for George, Adore Moi and Per Amore.

Suzanne Shaw, former Hear' Say singer and winner of ITV's Dancing on Ice, was last month revealed as the new face of Michelle for George lingerie, which is sold exclusively at Asda.

Earlier in the year, celebruty model Nell McAndrew starred in campaign for Adore Moi and former Hollyoaks actress and I'm a Celebrity contestant Gemma Atkinson fronted a campaign for the Ultimo D-G range.

Other famous faces have included Jade Jagger, Kimberly and Ruby Stewart, Samantha Mumba, Helena Christensen and former Liberty-X singer Michelle Heaton.

Michelle Mone, creator of Ultimo, said: "Mel B is the biggest star Ultimo has ever signed and I am so excited that this will take the brand onton another level."

Joey Fatone, Mel B. to Co-Host TLC Show

LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) - Melanie Brown and Joey Fatone have a new role to add to their scarily similar resumes: TLC host.

The duo will co-host "The Singing Office", a tongue-in-cheek singing competition that puts different groups of employees against each other.

Both Brown and Fatone were members of chart-topping pop quintets; both finished in second place on ABC's "Dancing With the Stars"; and both have starred in "Rent" in Broadway.

"It's not like American Idol or Dancing with the Stars", Brown told The Associated Press while filming at the Long Beach Airport. "It's not a serious competition. It gives people a break from their everyday lives to have some fun with their co-workers."

In each episode, Brown, 32, and Fatone, 31, surprise employees at two separate workplaces with impromptu vocal auditions. They then pick the five best singers. The makeshift groups are trained by pros to perform a song-and-dance routine and compete in front of a studio audience.

"I couldn't have thought of a better pair to do this", said executive producer Scott Sternberg. "Both of them did really well on Dancing With the Stars, so I think America really knows then and is rooting for then now".

Brown recently wrapped up the Spice Girls reunion tour. Fatone, who performed with 'N Sync, has been hosting NBC's "The Singing Bee", which wasn't included on the network's fall schedule.

There's one more thing they have in common: Brown said they're both scheduled to return to the "Dancing with the Stars" ballroom May 6 to dance for the shows 100th episode.

(ABC is owned by The Walt Disney CO.)

Where else is Mel B?

2008-04-20T14:17:00.002-03:00

by MelanieBrown.com

Where else you can find Mel B?

MySpace:
myspace.com/melbakascaryspice
myspace.com/officiallyscaryspice

Imeem:
melaniebrown.imeem.com
scaryspice.imeem.com

More to come, please keep checking back.

This week update: Mel B news

2008-04-10T22:09:00.002-03:00

FASHION CAREER
By Hello.com Thanks to Emily Sullivan @ Hello.com to send this in.

Even among her Cavalli-dressed colleagues, Melanie Brown always stood out in the Spice Girls line-up. And now, with her first clothing line about to hit the stores, fans of the leopard-print loving singer have the chance to copy her distinctive style.

In a spirit of friendly rivalry with her bandmate Victoria Beckham, who's been in the fashion business for years, the dynamic Leeds girl and new face of lingerie brand Ultimo, has been secretly at work on a range called Catty Couture.

Reflecting the contents of Mel's own wardrobe, the body-hugging designs feature plenty of her signature animal print motifs.

While Posh's dVb range focuses mainly on jeans, Melanie's collection is made up of flirty tops, jackets and skirts for the fun-loving girl about town.

See more pictures HERE!

TV SHOW
Meanwhile, Mel's continued bid to forge a career stateside has finally paid off as she has landed a new TV show. The Leeds born Spice Girl will pair up with Joey Fatone, of Justin Timberlake's former chart-topping boy band Nsync, to find undiscovered musical talent � in the office. On "The Singing Office", Fatone and Brown will surprise unsuspecting employees in workplaces across the country by showing up and holding impromptu auditions.

Mel said: "It's not like American Idol or Dancing With the Stars. It's not a serious competition. It gives people a break from their everyday lives to have some fun with their co-workers."

OFFICIAL FAN CLUB
Mel B launches her official fan club:

1171 S. Robertson Blvd.
Suite #518
Los Angeles, CA, 90035

Ph. 323.386.2397
Fx. 888.224.2951
Toll Free 888.332.5556

Back To Recording -- Plus TV, Clothes Line and Kids

2008-04-04T22:06:00.000-03:00

By Creators.com

Mel B. � a.k.a. Melanie Brown a.k.a. Scary Spice � is busy laying tracks for a new album she expects to have ready for release late this year. "It's an R&B-pop kind of thing, a cross between Pink and Destiny's Child. Urban pop. That's what I do best, where I come from, what people know me for," reports Mel.

"I've recorded four songs so far with some really great people," she says. She'll begin work with super producer Rodney Jerkins next week.

She's also busy with her "Access Hollywood" gig � reporting on "Dancing With the Stars" and chatting up contestants on the program on which she wowed viewers as the perfect-score-getting runner up of Season 5.

And she has her own soon-to-be-announced reality show with Joey Fatone already in production for TLC. "The Singing Office," premiering in June, has Mel and Joey pitted against each other to find the best singers out there working in typical American offices. She and her producer husband, Stephen Belafonte, are also exec-producers.

And she's launching her own Catty Couture clothing line � heavy on her beloved animal prints � with a fashion show for buyers set to take place in downtown L.A. Monday 4/7.

All in all, it's a very good period for Mel, who's certainly had her share of lows � including the failures of past solo music ventures and the relationship with Eddie Murphy that begat daughter Angel Iris and ended bitterly, with Murphy refusing to acknowledge paternity 'til DNA test results came in. Angel turned 1 year old yesterday (4/3), and Mel, who also has 9-year-old daughter Phoenix, planned a baby party.

"Life's all ups and downs," she muses. "It's all relative."

Site & Mel B news!

2008-04-02T20:30:00.003-03:00

A new audio gallery is online: going into multimedia> audio and clicking on the SPICE banner you'll have access to a page with mp3 downloads from the Return of the Spice Girls Tour shows. With two concerts available: December 05, in Los Angeles (full!), and December 15 and 16, both in London (some songs). Los Angeles mp3s by Aut0mat1c (Denden user), and London mp3s by BBC. Thank you!

Mel B has signed up as a guest judge on U.S. talent show Step it up + Dance. She continues as dancing correspondent for Access Hollywood in "Dancing with the stars." The video folder from the show, available by Fernanda from VivaSpiceGirls.com is updated, bringing all of Mel's cameo ready to download. Click HERE and download them all!

The official website MelanieBrown.com was also updated, bringing the confirmations to the rumours circulating all over the net: Mel B will launch her fashion line and - even better - a third solo album - if everything's work out, we'll see a release this year. Fingers crossed!

About the Spice Girls, was published (another) thanks/farewell at TheSpiceGirls.com, which follows below:

The Spice Girls would like to thank each and every one of you that has taken
the time to write and tell them just how much you enjoyed the Return Of The
Spice Girls Tour. The girls worked really hard on the show, and hearing how much you loved it has made all of the work worthwhile! Sadly there will not be a DVD release of the 47-date tour but the girls hope you were all left with some fantastic personal memories of the show. Emma, Geri, Mel B, Melanie C and
Victoria said �We had an absolutely amazing time on the Return of The Spice
Girls Tour and we would like to say a final thank you for all of your support.
Girl Power lives on.�

Mel B's Magnum role

2008-03-31T19:28:00.000-03:00

By Female First

Mel B is reportedly set to star in the new 'Magnum' film.

The Spice Girl - who is keen to make it as an actress - is believed to have won a part in the big screen version of the hit 80s show, which was about a private investigator living in Hawaii.

A source said: "Mel will play a tough-talking detective. Her no-nonsense attitude will make her a great addition to the cast."

The TV show, on which the movie is based, 'Magnum, P.I.' saw Tom Selleck play Thomas Magnum, an investigator who solved crimes while driving around in his Ferrari 308 GTS.

Although the cast is yet to be officially announced, it was recently reported that Matthew McConaughey would play Magnum.

Actors Steve Zahn, Tyrese Gibson and William H. Macy are rumoured to be playing the characters Rick, T.C, and Higgins respectively.

Mel B gets naked to campaign against sex trafficking.

2008-03-03T19:40:00.006-03:00

By: Harjeet Mander @ entertainmentwise.com

Melanie Brown has kicked off her trademark leopard print clothes to pose naked for a charity campaigning against sex trafficking.

The Spice girl can be seen baring all for the Helen Bamber Foundation, a British human rights organisation benefiting survivors of the sex slave trade.

She says: "I'm curvier now I've had kids but I like the way I look.

Speaking about the importance of admiring the female form and helping with worthy causes, Scary Spice adds: �Women's bodies are beautiful and any charity helping women is important."

Good old Mel still has Girl Power!

Back to black!

2008-03-01T21:53:00.001-03:00

Hehehe

Well, I said that the Spice layout was to support the Girls during Greatest Hits release and reunion tour... As the tour have ended last Tuesday, the time to switch layout has come.

\o/

Let me clear some things... Video section was offline last week because multiply.com - our multimedia host - deleted our account and we lost all files... As I was ending the new layout, I thought that it would be more practical put everything on line at once (new layout, mp3, videos)... Yes, now everything's on line - and the best part - in our own server, with no download limits, passwords and nothing ... Simply click on the link and download!

Small content reorganization (note that "career" menu disappeared), and news are yet to come, so... Expect the unexpected!