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Lips receives Coldplay, Boys Like Girls DLC
You know what today is -- time to check your lip balm reserve! New Lips DLC tracks have been released, and, while we were expecting all three to be from Coldplay, only two of those lovely Brits's songs made the cut. The third track on today's release list is now courtesy of Boys Like Girls: "The Scientist" by Coldplay (180) "Speed of Sound" by Coldplay (180) "The Great Escape" by Boys Like Girls (160)
Guitar Hero World Tour won't receive Lips mic support
According to VG247, Activision has no plans to add Lips wireless microphone support to Guitar Hero World Tour. Now, we could understand their unwillingness to support the Lips mics if they were poorly constructed or if it'd be some overwhelming task to take on. But the one thing (and possibly only thing) Lips has going for it are stellar peripherals and we don't believe releasing a game patch would be all that time consuming.Shame on you World Tour. At least Rock Band recognizes the value of colorfully lit mics.
Wrap your Lips around Coldplay, Hinder, 311 and more
Those in need of more sweet, sour and slightly bitter DLC should direct their mouths eyes to Microsoft's latest list of upcoming Lips content.Over the next three weeks, the Xbox Live Marketplace will receive new Lips music from bands including Angels and Airwaves, The Rasmus, Hinder, Metro Station and a three-pack of songs from Coldplay. Also, a title update will be released sometime in March, providing "improved scoring, better vibrato detection and initiate global leaderboards."View a complete menu of upcoming Lips DLC after the break and start choosing which songs look appetizing enough to consume purchase.
Lips Open Mic Contest demands your musical creativity
Rejected by American Idol? Fear not, there's still hope: Microsoft wants all aspiring musicians who think they can carry a tune, write lyrics and perform in front of a camera to enter the Lips Open Mic Contest.To enter, first check your age and address (you've got to be a United States resident, age 18 or older), and then record your performance of an original song and upload it to the official contest site before March 13. One grand prize winner will have his or her original tune made available as Lips DLC and will be idolized by tens (if not hundreds) of Lips singers around the globe.
Mega64 musically irritates populace with Elite Beat Agents
It's nice to see that after all these years, the guys from Mega64 haven't lost the ability to get out there into the public and just really irritate people. Nothing fancy, no higher purpose, just getting on people's nerves for the sheer enjoyment of you, the Internet. In a tribute to Elite Beat Agents, they've added musical accompaniment to the numerous shots of agitated humans who look like they'd like nothing more than to see the three suit-clad gentlemen in front of them die and rot forever in the bowels of Hell. ... Except for thumbs-up guy at the end, he seems like he's feeling it. Check it out after the jump.
Lips DLC Friday: Maroon 5, Boyz II Men and Rihanna
Since it's Friday, we've been graciously given the opportunity to purchase new Lips downloadable content from the Xbox Live Marketplace. Lucky us! And just like last week, we're being given a one-song helping of Rihanna, joined by unique tracks from Boyz II Men and Maroon 5. We hope you have plenty of lip balm on hand (and on lips!), because it's officially one of those sing-along days. "Take A Bow" by Rihanna - 180 "Water Runs Dry" by Boyz II Men - 160 "Sunday Morning" by Maroon 5 - 160
New Lips DLC: Rihanna Fall Out of Jet
Hopefully, by now you've come accustomed to the Lips downloadable content release schedule and know that today (being Friday) you're being granted the opportunity to buy new music. If you have yet to be accustomed, then let us be the first to inform you that new Lips DLC released today. Rihanna'licious, Fall Out Boy'tastic and Jet'craftic music! Can you feel the excitement? Can you? Can you? CAN YOU? "Hate That I Love You" by Rihanna feat. Ne-Yo - 180 "Look What You've Done" by Jet - 160 "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs" by Fall Out Boy - 160 [Image]
Lips DLC: Cardigans, Pussycat Dolls and more
If "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" or are down in the dumps and just want to "Erase-Rewind" life, then today's new Lips downloadable content should make your day a little bit more tolerable. Or that's our hope. Listed below are today's three new tracks, 66% of them cost 160 Microsoft points, 33% are 180 points and 100% of the songs are good times. Enjoy! "Erase-Rewind" by the The Cardigans "When I Grow Up" by The Pussycat Dolls "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" by Righteous Brothers
Cardigans, Rihanna, Fall Out Boy DLC for Lips this month
Microsoft has detailed upcoming Lips DLC for the remainder of January, and it's an interesting mix to say the least. Ranging from artists like Rihanna, the Cardigans, the Pussycat Dolls and even Boyz II Men, there's something for everyone. The songs will range from 160 to 180 Microsoft Points, with the first batch due out this Friday (hey, that's tomorrow). Check out the complete list below. See anything you like?January 16 When I Grow Up – The Pussycat Dolls (160) You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' – The Righteous Brothers (180) Erase/Rewind – The Cardigans (160) January 23 Hate That I Love You – Rihanna feat. Ne-Yo (180) Thnks fr th Mmrs – Fall Out Boy (160) Look What You've Done – Jet (160) January 30 Sunday Morning – Maroon 5 (160) Take A Bow – Rihanna (180) Water Runs Dry – Boyz II Men (160)
New Lips DLC: The Supremes, Earth Wind and Fire, Men at Work,
Today, Microsoft released three new Lips downloadable songs that have the ability to embiggen your Lips music library all while reducing your banked Microsoft points. The three new songs range in price between 160 and 180 MS points and include music from The Supremes, Men at Work and Earth, Wind and Fire. DLC listed below, click to buy. "Where Did Our Love Go" by The Supremes "Be Good Johnny" by Men At Work "Let's Groove" by Earth, Wind and Fire
Lips spreads love with new DLC tracks
After a few weeks of holiday music releasing to the Xbox Live Marketplace, today Lips has received a three song helping of musical love that's so caring, it hurts. The three new Lips tracks are each available for 160 Microsoft points except Tina Turner (she commands 180 MS points) and can be purchased via the XBLM. Love X3F. "What's Love Got To Do With It" by Tina Turner "What Is Love?" by Haddaway "New Shoes" by Paolo Nutini
Four Fridays of Lips DLC detailed
Microsoft Game Studios doesn't hold back when it comes to divulging upcoming Lips DLC. It has outlined four weeks' worth of songs coming to the iNi- developed karaoke title via Xbox Live Marketplace, beginning with tomorrow's update. All tracks are priced from 160 ($2) and include the original music video for the song when available. Songs for weeks 3-4 are after the break. December 19 Over My Head (Cable Car) – The Fray Every Little Step – Bobby Brown Prisoner of Society – The Living End Virtual Insanity – Jamiroquai December 26 New Shoes – Paolo Nutini What's Love Got To Do With It – Tina Turner What Is Love? – Haddaway
A second helping of Lips holiday DLC
Cozy up to the warmth of your television screen, grab a cup of hot cocoa and break out the microphones, because new Lips holiday downloadable content has made its way to the XBLM and is guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit.The DLC will set you back 160 Microsoft points per track and includes classics like Bing Crosby's "White Christmas" and Gene Autry's "Rudolph The Red-Nose Reindeer". Look after the fold for a listing of all of today's new Lips DLC and don't forget about last week's initial batch of holiday music.
Lips spreads cheer with new holiday DLC
Just in time for your annual workplace holiday party where you witness, year after year, your co-workers get a little too intoxicated and sing karaoke music way too loud is fresh holiday Lips musical DLC.The three new Lips tracks will set you back 160 Microsoft points each (except for Elvis' "Blue Christmas", it's 180) and are guaranteed to get you into the holiday spirit. That is, if you're a fan of holiday music and thoughts of drinking hot chocolate by the fireplace excites you. A list of new DLC is bulleted below and, if you haven't already, be sure to check out our Lips impressions writeup to get learned all about Lips. "Blue Christmas" by Elvis Presley "The Dreidel Song" by Sister Hazel "It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" by Andy Williams
This Friday: Lips DLC gets in the holiday spirit
What gift do we want most this year? The ability to get the Lips ... "lips" out of our minds forever. That likely being impossible due to their (its?) extremely disturbing nature, we'll settle for some holiday ballads as DLC for the game. Oh, look, Microsoft has some, as promised! Here's what's going to be available, this week and next – complete with original, holiday-themed videos – "starting at" 160 ($2). We note a disturbing lack of Adam Sandler's "Hanukkah Song."Friday, Dec. 5 Blue Christmas – Elvis Presley The Dreidel Song – Sister Hazel It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year – Andy Williams Friday, Dec.12 Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer – Gene Autry Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee A Holly Jolly Christmas – Burl Ives The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You) – Nat King Cole Santa Baby – Kylie Minogue White Christmas – Bing Crosby Hanukkah Blessings – Barenaked Ladies
X3F Impressions: Lips review
Announced during E3 with the glitz and excess of a live performance by Welsh singer Duffy, it was obvious that Lips was Microsoft's attempt to create a music platform for the Xbox that would lure in the same gaming crowd as Sony's SingStar. With the promise of karaoke party fun, high tech motion controlled microphones and images of walking lips seared into our brains, we took Microsoft's Lips for a musical romp. Click towards the break to read our impressions.
First Lips DLC arrives tomorrow, Nov. 21
Hey karaoke fans or, more specifically, video game karaoke fans, the first batch of Lips DLC songs are set to arrive tomorrow, November 21. In addition to the the first set of songs, another set is scheduled for next Friday, November 28 and another set is scheduled for Friday, December 5. Starting to see a pattern? The set to be released on December 5 will all holiday songs by such artists as Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, Gene Autry, and others. Every downloadable song will include its official music videoHere's the kicker, Microsoft has not specified a price for each track, saying instead that songs will "start at" 160 Microsoft Points. Find the upcoming DLC below.Friday, Nov. 21 Adele – Chasing Pavements Estelle – No Substitute Love Jason Mraz – The Remedy (I Won't Worry) Coldplay – Violet Hill Friday, Nov. 28 Supertramp – Give A Little Bit Smash Mouth – All Star Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles
Lips service: First DLC songs coming Friday, Nov. 21
Well, that didn't take long. Lips has been out for all of ... a day, and Microsoft is already at the ready with a supply of add-on songs, which, from the looks of things, will be arriving every Friday from here on out.This Friday, Nov. 21, will see the arrival of the first DLC songs, followed by another batch on Friday, Nov. 28, and a set of holiday standards by "Bing Crosby, Elvis Presley, Gene Autry and more," beginning Friday, Dec. 5. The tracks will be priced "from" 160 and include the original music videos (or, in the case of the holiday tracks, ones created by MS). Here's what to expect for the first two Lips DLC Fridays. Click on the song titles for videos.Friday, Nov. 21 Adele – Chasing Pavements Estelle – No Substitute Love Jason Mraz – The Remedy (I Won't Worry) Coldplay – Violet Hill Friday, Nov. 28 Supertramp – Give A Little Bit* Smash Mouth – All Star Vanessa Carlton – A Thousand Miles *This track – and other "oldies" – will not include original music videos as part of the download since there weren't music videos way back when they were first released.
Lips commercial: You will never sleep again
We're a little very confused as to what Microsoft is attempting to achieve through this TV spot for its karaoke title, Lips, which releases this week. Is it trying to sell the game – or cure any suffering narcoleptics who happen to see it of their inability to stay awake?If the latter's the case, we salute Microsoft on trying to make life better for sufferers of the condition. If not, and it's just a video game ad, we're not sure people will even want to leave their houses to buy the game, for fear of running into this ... thing. Or even ordering Lips online ... only to have a bipedal mouth appear at their door, the package clutched in its teeth.Weird, wonderful, or WTF? Watch the spot after the break and tell us what you think.
Lips microphone won't work with other games
Talking to MTV Multiplayer, Lips creator and Inis developer Keiichi Yano mentioned that the Lips accelerometer microphone will not work with any other music games at launch, but is optimistic that it'll be compatible with other titles in the future. "It's not something we can do, obviously [the games would require a patch]. I mean, I hope so for Rock Band, Guitar Hero. It won't work out of the box but it's relatively easy to kind of get it going."So, the light up Lips microphone and its compatibility with other musical titles lies in both Harmonix and Activision's hands. They'd have to release patches for their games which we think they totally should. Everyone pretty much agrees that the wireless Lips microphones are teh sexy and teh awesomez.
