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Watch the spotlight. Soundcheck joins the talented dreamgirl on the eve of her highly-anticipated debut disc.
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Walmart’s original performance series where you get up close and personal with your favorite artists. Check out live performances and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from original in-studio sets – all filmed exclusively in HD. Soundcheck is broadcast in Walmart stores nationwide – or catch us online 24/7.
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We have a top-notch music label relations team that helps us book acts. They are constantly on the phone with music labels around the country trying to get the best bands on Soundcheck.
Soundcheck is an original performance series created by the Wal-Mart Music team, giving you the opportunity to go behind the scenes and get an in-studio look at some of your favorite artists. Soundcheck plays right here on Walmart.com, or, for the full high definition experience, visit any Walmart store and head to the Electronics department to watch it on the Walmart TV Network.
We'll be adding new performances on a regular basis throughout the year, so please check back regularly at Walmart.com/soundcheck for more information.
We'll have artists from all genres; some old, some new, some huge, some more emerging - but all will be presented in the same intimate studio environment. So be on the lookout!
Check in regularly at Walmart.com/soundcheck, or visit your local Walmart store and watch the Walmart TV Network.
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• Windows 2000, XP Home or Professional, Vista or Windows 7 in 32bit and 64bit
• Intel Pentium 4 2.33GHz, AMD Athlon™ 64 2800+ processor (or equivalent)
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-The Crew at Walmart Soundcheck
On The New Album:
"What I am most excited about with this new album is that it's my first album. Ever since I was seven years old, I have always wanted to sing and this is what I worked for. The time has finally come; it took me a long time to get here and I'm finally ready to see what I worked for my whole life – come to life!”
On Learning Self Esteem:
"I would have to give that credit to my big sister Julia who is not here. She's very confident and there's not much you can tell her! Although, being confident doesn't mean not taking input and constructive criticism or what others have to say – but I would still give that credit to my big sister Julia."
On Hollywood "Beauty":
“I don’t necessarily feel like Hollywood’s standards of beauty are my standards of beauty. I have my own. I just try to live up to my own expectations and standards of beauty and not so much of others.”
On Inspirations:
“Acting is new to me so I’m still trying to figure out who my inspirations are. At the moment I look up to Forrest Whittaker, Queen Latifah and I consider Oprah an actress. I don’t know if many do, but… Oprah!”
On Five Years From Now:
“I want to still be acting and singing and doing other things that I like. Maybe I’ll continue to learn to play the piano and try some photography as well. Maybe I’ll become a photographer! Also, I want to write music so I can add songwriter to my credits.”
• She's a Virgo. Jennifer Kate Hudson was born September 12, 1981.
• She's a Midwesterner. She was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Darnell Hudson and Samuel Simpson.
• She's an overnight star. Jennifer went from obscurity to becoming a finalist watched by millions on the popular television show, 'American Idol.'
• She's won a lot of awards. To date, Jennifer has won an Academy Award (for her performance in 'Dream Girls'), a Golden Globe, a BAFTA and a SAG award.
• She's engaged. Jennifer recently ended her relationship with longtime boyfriend James Peyton. She is now engaged to be married to David Otunga, a fellow reality show contestant.
• She's excited about her first album. Jennifer’s highly-anticipated new, self-titled album drops Sep 30.
Kicking off with the theme song from this summer's blockbuster, 'Sex And The City: The Movie," Jennifer gets our audience grooving with a song that showcases her famous power pipes. Written by Cee-Lo, Matt Kahane (AKA MC Jack Splash) and Salaam Remi, ‘All Dressed In Love’ is the ultimate survival anthem. Sings Jennifer in this throwback to Motown soul: "I hope your shoes are made for walking 'cuz I found love…"
If This Isn't Love
"This is one of my favorite songs!" says Jennifer at the intro of this new tune, from the self-titled album. Jennifer's self-titled debut teams the superstar up with a number of talented producers, including Ne-Yo, Timbaland, Missy Elliot and T-Pain. Sings Jennifer on this tune about true love: “If this isn’t love, then tell me what is. ‘Cuz I could be dreaming and just plain crazy…”
Giving Myself Over To You
This heartfelt new song, written by Robin Thicke, may be a beautifully-written tune about relinquishing to a relationship but it's also a tale of self-acceptance. It's also Jennifer's favorite song from the new record. Sings Jennifer in one of today’s highlight performances: "Finally I can be me. I can just let my love spill over. I can cry. I don't have to lie. I can finally let someone all the way inside…"
Spotlight
Closing the set with the first single from her new disc, 'Spotlight' (written by Ne-Yo and Stargate) is already a massive radio hit and features a clever dialogue about the dynamics of an uneven, star-powered relationship. Sings Jennifer: "I don't like living under your spotlight. Maybe if you treat me right then you won't have to worry…" Before the song's climactic finale, Jennifer delivers her audience of young girls a powerful speech: "Encourage yourself. You are first! Don't ever forget that!"
