First Dibs: What Were Some Hidden Surprises From Last Night's VMAs?

By Rahsheeda Ali

August 26, 2013 / 8:45 AM

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We held it down for fans with our extensive coverage of the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards. But even after the ceremony has ended, the show is still the talk of the town. What were some of the additional juicy tidbits from last night?

Austin Mahone and Ariana Grande revved up the crowd on the VMAs' red carpet, with performances of their recent hits. Check out the video gallery above to see the pre-game action. [MTV News]

Eminem announced that his next album is dropping November 5. MMLP2, a sequel to 2000's Marshall Mathers LP, sees the Detroit MC as hungry as ever on the mic. The rapper posted the 2013 VMAs' logo on Instagram just ahead of the show and made an official announcement via a trailer for the album. [MTV News]

Wait, legendary Oakland rapper Too $hort is going to appear on Lady Gaga's ARTPOP? Sway tries to get some details from the pop star on the red carpet. [MTV News]

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And the Daft Punk robots did end up making an appearance, stepping out as award presenters after previewing a clip for their track, "Lose Yourself To Dance." Pharrell Williams and Nile Rodgers were also on hand. [MTV News]

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