Many networks and stars resent the Internet because it has effected the amount of money that goes into their pockets. Networks like Viacom have even filed lawsuits against websites like Youtube. Justin Timberlake is one smart man! He probably thought “If you can’t beat them, join them” and that’s exactly what he did. Justin Timberlake has launched his own record label and has already signed his first talent, 18-year-old Web phenom Esmee Denters.
"In completely unpredicted news to all YouTubers and bloggers, we are proud to announce Esmee Denters has signed to Tennman Records and she will be joining me on tour this summer," Timberlake said in an announcement Tuesday.
"Esmee is the real deal and I cannot wait for the world to hear her," he says, "but all of her fans on YouTube should not worry … we will keep you in the loop every step of the way."
Esmee Denters became a web celebrity last year when she began posting videos of herself on Youtube. She would reenact performances of Beyoncé, Alanis Morrisette and Alicia Keys and lets just say it created a lot of buzz. It generated about 21 million views.
"Words can't describe how amazing it is. I am so excited!" Denters says in a statement. "It is something I have always dreamed of doing. I have to thank YouTube and its viewers for giving me the opportunity to show the world my voice. I also have to thank Justin, one of the biggest artists in the world, for believing in me and making my dreams come true."
Seriously, how lucky is this girl? She just posts some random things on Youtube and gets to go on tour with Justin Timberlake. Wow, dreams do come true!
Sarah
