Leona Lewis a Diva?

More than a decade after its inception, VH1 is revamping its Divas Live concert series with a new crop of upcoming and coming songbirds, the network said in a statement Tuesday.

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British vocalists Adele and Leona Lewis, former American Idol Kelly Clarkson, and teen star Miley Cyrus will follow in the footsteps of chart queen, like Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, and Mariah Carey, by headlining this year’s show, airing live from the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) Howard Gilman Opera House in Brooklyn, New York on Thursday, Sept. 17 @ 9/8c.

Of course the age of these young divas comes into question and in response, Lee Rolontz, EVP, Original Music Production & Development VH1, and VH1 Classic says “Adele, Kelly, Leona and Miley have all captured the world’s attention with their talent and have earned their designation as VH1 Divas this year. Don’t let some of their young age’s fool you – these women are among the best entertainers in the world and will continue to thrill music fans for a long time to come.”

Fans are encouraged to follow all show-related news and details, as well as thoughts on this year’s show from other fans by following the VH1 Divas twitter account at http://twitter.com/vh1divas.

IN RELATED NEWS:
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VH1 is looking for a diverse mix of energetic music-lovers to feature in its upcoming Divas commercial campaign. We need passionate fans of pop music and of Divas of all types (from Beyoncé to Kelly Clarkson to Taylor Swift and beyond). We’re looking for a range of people who have interesting stories to tell about how Divas have inspired them to be their own everyday superstar.

Did a Diva’s song inspire you to break up with someone or help you get through a rough time? Have you been so moved by a Diva or their music to make a huge change in your life?

If ALL of the requirements below describe you or someone you know, please send us your submission by 12PM, MONDAY, JULY 27. (see submission info below)

YOU ARE:
• A DIVA, female or male, of any ethnicity, age 16 and up, (or unique “groups” like choirs, dance teams, sports teams, etc.)
• Living in NYC or within an hour’s driving distance from NYC at the time of the shoot.
• Inspired by DIVAS in a way that has made a positive impact on your life.
• Passionate about pop music and DIVAS with a unique story to tell about how their music moves your world.
• AVAILABLE FOR A FULL DAY ON AT LEAST ONE OF THE SHOOT DATES BELOW.

SHOOT DATES: AUGUST 6 – 8 (THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY)
SHOOT LOCATION: YOUR HOMETOWN

SUBMISSIONS DEADLINE: BY 12PM, MONDAY, JULY 27 (the earlier the better!)

SUBMISSION INFO: Please send 2-3 photos of yourself along with answers to the following to: vh1divascasting@me.com by 12PM, MONDAY, JULY 27. (CANDID PHOTOS ONLY, NO PROFESSIONAL PICTURES PLEASE)

1. FULL LEGAL NAME (If selected, your name may appear in the commercial.)
2. DATE OF BIRTH
3. WHERE YOU CURRENTLY LIVE (CITY & STATE)
4. CONTACT INFO: PHONE, CELL & E-MAIL
5. ANSWER SOME OR ALL OF THESE QUESTIONS IN 100 WORDS OR LESS: WHAT DOES “DIVA” MEAN TO YOU? HOW ARE YOU OBSESSED WITH DIVAS? HOW HAS A PARTICULAR DIVA’S MUSIC OR SONG HELPED YOU GET THROUGH A ROUGH TIME OR INSPIRED YOU TO DO SOMETHING INCREDIBLE? HOW ARE YOU A DIVA IN YOUR OWN LIFE?