Guess Who's Turning 29 Today!

Justin Timberlake is celebrating his birthday today!! Happy Birthday Justin!

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New Music: Avril Lavigne - Alice

Avril Lavigne's new single, “Alice”, premiered this week. It's from the Almost Alice Soundtrack from the upcoming Tim Burton movie, Alice in Wonderland. Almost Alice will be available everywhere on March 2nd, 2010.

You can listen to the track HERE from her MySpace page. I'm not feeling the song but I'm excited about the movie. What do you think?

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New Music: Kimberly Caldwell - Mess of You

American Idol alum, Kimberly Caldwell, who's album ' Without Regret ' is set for release on April 6 with Capitol/Vanguard records.

Her first single, "Mess of You," was produced by Marshall Altman, Matt Nathanson, Trevor Hall, and Kate Voegele. The album also features four tracks co-written by Kim, and songs written by Diane Warren, Kara DioGuardi, and Nickelback's, Chad Kroeger.

You can download a free track of her song, "Say Love" HERE on her website or below.

She will also be featured on Justin.tv, today, January 30th at 11am PST/2pm EST. Justin.TV is an online live video chat where friends/fans can send in instant live questions and Kim will be answering them via video chat. Have a question about the new album, her upcoming radio tour, her hair, American Idol- anything! Send in your question and watch her response live. She just might even sing for you, if you ask nicely enough!
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Shave Like A Rockstar

Gillette UNCUT, a digital documentary film series shot by filmmaker/photographer Danny Clinch and featuring will.i.am of Black Eyed Peas, country superstar and actor Tim McGraw, Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 and Tyson Ritter of All-American Rejects.

All- American Rejects:

will.i.am:

Tim McGraw:

Mark Hoppus:

Behind The Scenes: Sade Making Her Album

"SOLDIER OF LOVE" EXCLUSIVE 'Making The Album' video featurette with commentary from Sade Adu herself.


Check out FOUR exclusive song premieres from "Soldier of Love" on People.com, SheKnows.com, BarnesAndNoble.com, & Starbucks. Baby Father / Bring Me Home / Be That Easy/ Long Hard Road

Lady Gaga To Open The Grammy Awards

Forget saving the best for last... Lady Gaga will be opening the show at the 52nd annual Grammy Awards on Jan. 31 with what is certain to be one the most talked about performances of the night.

Rumors are flying about who she'll take the stage with on music's biggest night, where Gaga is nominated in 5 categories including Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year.

Gaga has made her mark around the globe this last year and has been duly recognized for her UK success with 3 coveted BRIT nominations: Best International Female, Best International Album and Best International Breakthrough.

Best International Breakthrough is open to the public and Gaga is asking all her little monsters to vote! For details, go HERE.
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The All American Rejects Team Up With Gillette

The All-American Rejects have teamed up with Gillette.com for Gillette UNCUT, a new music film series by acclaimed rock photographer Danny Clinch. UNCUT is part of the personal care brand's new Shave Like A Rockstar campagin, and features a short film, photos, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the band as they prepare for a recent concert in Atlantic City. In the intimate short, Tyson, Nick, Mike and Chris share with fans their pre-show rituals and preparations, as well as how they have evolved as a band and as individuals since their formation in 1999. Visit the Gillette website now for a backstage pass to all the action.

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Behind The Scenes: Orianthi & Steve Vai Music Video

Help For Haiti Telethon Performances

You can donate to Help For Haiti HERE
Sheryl Crow, Kid Rock, Keith Urban - Lean On Me


Shakira - I'll Stand By You


Mary J. Blige - Hard Times Come Again No More


Coldplay - A Message


Christina Aguilera - You Lift Me Up


Alicia Keys - Send Me An Angel


Taylor Swift - Breathless

Hope For Haiti Telethon Performances

You can donate to Hope For Haiti HERE Don't hesitate to help save lives. The Haitian people need our help.
Justin Timberlake & Matt Morris - Hallelujah


Bruce Springsteen - We Shall Overcome


Wyclef Jean - Rivers of Babylon


Jen Hudson - Let It Be


Madonna - Like A Prayer

Rihanna, Jay-Z & Bono Sing For Haiti

Rihanna performed with Jay-Z and Bono as part of the Hope For Haiti Now telethon on Friday night (January 21) at The Hospital Club in London.

The song performed “Stranded,” is a charity single to benefit Haiti relief efforts. You can get it on iTunes now. The rest of the songs from the telethon will be available to download on iTunes NOW.

New Version Of "We Are The World" For Haiti

Lionel Richie and Quincy Jones will produce a new version of their hit song “We Are the World” in an effort to raise funds for earthquake victims in Haiti.
The duo is working on the new version for the 25th anniversary of the song, which was co-written by Richie and Michael Jackson, and co-produced by Jones in 1985.
All the proceeds will go to aid relief for victims in Haiti.
Sting, Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys and Justin Timberlake are among the singers expected to take part in the recording on February 1.
In 1985, performers on the song included Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Cyndi Lauper and Billy Joel.
The original “We Are the World” reached the top of the charts in the U.S., as well as seven other countries back in 1985.

New Video: Orianthi - Highly Strung

Long before Orianthi had a smash single, an album burning up the charts, or a gig with the King of Pop, the then 15-year-old prodigy was opening for one of her heroes, the legendary guitarist Steve Vai, at a gig in her hometown of Adelaide, Australia. Since then the two have been close friends and collaborated on the track "Highly Strung," from Orianthi's US debut album Believe.

Ryan Tedder Blogs About Breaking Into Music Biz

OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder is no stranger to the difficult process of making it in the music business. The singer/songwriter/musician/producer recently blogged about his personal journey in the industry and shared many of the obstacles he’s faced along with the tricks he’s pulled along the way.

"I would call the complaint hotline phone #’s on the websites of record labels," Tedder explains. "When the ‘complaint department’ would answer I would say ‘I’m sorry, I must have been mis-connected to you, I was being connected to the human resources department. They would then reconnect me to the actual human resources department (who’s #’s weren’t ever listed) and I would tell the receptionist I was returning a call from the head of the department... Eventually Dreamworks (Universal music) hired me (for free) to come work in their Nashville publishing department.”

Nearly ten years later, after landing that summer internship, Tedder is just wrapping up an international tour with OneRepublic in support of their sophomore release, Waking Up.
Read the rest of the blog to find out more about Tedder’s story, and be sure to pick up the highly-acclaimed Waking Up on iTunes today.

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Orianthi's L.A. Gig News

For fans in the Los Angeles area, Orianthi will be hosting a free all-ages concert and CD signing at the Hard Rock Cafe outside Universal Studios on Friday, February 5th at 8:30 pm. Space is limited, so plan ahead for this unique opportunity! Visit the Hard Rock website for more details.
"Highly Strung," is available now in stores and on iTunes.

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Gaga's Ticket and T-Shirt Sales To Be Donated To Haiti

All proceeds from the 1/24 Monster Ball show in NYC (both tickets and merchandise sold at the venue) from that date will be donated to Haiti, along with all proceeds from ANY merchandise purchased on the site that day.

In the meantime, there’s a special Lady Gaga Haitian Relief T-Shirt, now available at her webstore. All proceeds from purchases of this shirt go directly to Haiti (for the life of this shirt, not only on the 24th).
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Sorry, Ive been so absent. School just started again and I have a crazy work schedule. I don't know how I'm going to fit in posts during the week. Bare with me though.
-Shanice

Who's Coming On TV This Week

Monday, January 18

ABC: Jimmy Kimmel Live: Melanie Fiona (r)
FUEL: The Daily Habit: Cold War Kids
NBC: The Jay Leno Show: Ringo Starr with Ben Harper
NBC: Late Night With Jimmy Fallon: The Cribs
NBC: Last Call With Carson Daly: Weezer (r)

Tuesday, January 19

ABC: Jimmy Kimmel Live: Orianthi
NBC: Last Call With Carson Daly: The Xx (r)
SYNDICATION: The Ellen DeGeneres Show: Matt Morris, Justin Timberlake
SYNDICATION: The Oprah Winfrey Show: Adam Lambert, Susan Boyle

Wednesday, January 20

NBC: The Today Show: James Taylor and Carole King
NBC: The Jay Leno Show: Selena Gomez
NBC: Late Night With Jimmy Fallon: Switchfoot
NBC: Last Call With Carson Daly: Anya Marina

Friday, January 22

FOX: Lopez Tonight: Omarion
NBC: Last Call With Carson Daly: Gossip, David Guetta (r)
SYNDICATION: The Ellen DeGeneres Show: Ingrid Michaelson

Saturday, January 23

NBC: Saturday Night Live: Rihanna (r)

All American Rejects New Music News

After closing out 2009 with their hit single “Gives You Hell” as the #1 most played song of the year, The All-American Rejects kick off 2010 with a brand new song for “Almost Alice,” the soon to be released CD from Buena Vista Records is inspired by the upcoming Disney Digital 3D film, ALICE IN WONDERLAND.

ALMOST ALICE, a collection of original songs based on some of the most charismatic characters in literary history, acts as a companion piece to the film’s score composed by Danny Elfman for the original motion picture soundtrack and will hit shelves March 2, 2010.

The Rejects’ new song, “The Poison,” is a cheeky take on Alice and her Mad Hatter. “Being a self-proclaimed Mad Hatter, this is a song about how prissy little Alice can be poison for us all. It was best for us both that she fell down that hole,” joked The All-American Rejects front man Tyson Ritter.
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Semi Precious Weapons To Release EP Jan 19

Semi Precious Weapons (who are currently on tour with Lady Gaga)will release their new EP January 19th on iTunes, including the first three songs from their hotly anticipated Interscope debut You Love)You, out this spring. Hear all three tracks NOW on Myspace.

All tracks were recorded in Los Angeles in November and December, produced by Jack Joseph Puig (Green Day, Beck) and Semi Precious Weapons, and executive produced by Lady Gaga. Semi Precious Weapons is among the first artists using iTunes’ “Complete My Album” feature for an EP release, making the EP priced at $2.99 count toward the purchase of the whole album upon release this spring.

1/17 Wallingford, CT @ Chevrolet Theatre
1/18 Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun
1/20 New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall
1/21 New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall
1/23 New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall
1/24 New York, NY @ Radio City Music Hall
2/18 Manchester @ Man Arena
2/21 Dublin @ The O2 Dublin
2/22 Belfast @ Odyssey Arena
2.24 Liverpool @ Echo Arena
2/26 London @ O2 Arena
2/27 London @ O2 Arena
3/1 Glasgow @ SECC
3/3 Cardiff @ International Arena Cardiff
3/4 Newcastle @ Metro Radio Arena
3/5 Birmingham @ LG Arena
3/7 Sheffield @ Sheffield Arena
3/8 Nottingham @ Trent FM Arena
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New Artist: Dan Black - Symphonies

Dan Black is an up and coming UK artist who is releasing his album UN in the US on February 16th. He has a video out for his song, “Symphonies”; that is a remake of the Notorious B.I.G.’s “Hypnotize” but with Dan’s own lyrics. You will also notice the beat from Rihanna’s “Umbrella” in the song.



US/CAN TOUR DATES:
Thu Feb 18 - NYC @ Mercury Lounge
Fri Feb 19 - Montreal @ Belmont
Sat Feb 20 - Toronto @ WrongBar
Tue Feb 23 - Los Angeles @ Cinespace
Thu Feb 25 - San Francisco @ Popscene / 330 Ritch

Critics Review Sade's New Album

A handful of acclaimed music journalists attended an exclusive listening event The Sony Club in NYC, where they got to hear a sneak preview of Sade's HIGHLY anticipated studio album 'Soldier of Love'. See what some of the writers had to say:

"A diverse collection of tracks threaded together by Adu's mysteriously engaging vocals and the group's relaxed compositions." - Steven Horowitz, AOL Music's TheBoomBox.com
Full Article HERE

"The Nigerian beauty can do no wrong, but doesn’t just rely on her legacy when releasing music. It’s clear she delivers her sound with love. I predict this album will be a huge success for Sade." - Clay Cane, BET
Full Article HERE

"And after ten years of relative quiet, Sade hasn’t compromised the sound that’s continued to draw worldwide audiences back to the band. Soldier of Love actually picks up the pace of previous releases, adding heavy hip-hop drumbeats into the fold and incorporating bits of various genres like country and slick R&B, playing with conventions as the album segues from one unique track to the next." - ShowingOut.com
Full Article HERE

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Help Haiti

Text "YELE" to 501501 and donate $5..if not for yourself..do it for your bestfriend. boyfriend. girlfriend. neighbors. friends..humanity.

Yele is musician Wyclef Jean's foundation that he set up for the people of his home. Wyclef was born in Haiti, and being a successful musician wants to give back.

Preview: Timbaland Ft. Justin Timberlake - Carry Out

Check out the sneak preview of a new music video for Timbaland featuring Justin Timberlake. "Carry Out" is Timb's next single off his recent release, Shock Value 2. The video features clips from live performances and other footage.

Joey Fatone & Wife Welcome Baby Girl

NSYNCer Joey Fatone and wife Kelly welcomed a new baby girl intot he family. Kloey Alexandra was born Monday evening in Orlando, FL, at 5 lbs., 8oz. The Dancing With the Stars album said, "She looks like a little doll. But she's healthy and doing just fine."
According to People:

Shortly after learning that she was expecting, Kelly began fighting chronic fatigue. "She was so tired, just exhausted all the time," Fatone says of his wife of five years. "We took her to the doctors, and they found blood clots in her lungs. It was life and death."

After a 12-day stay in the hospital - including two days in the ICU - doctors diagnosed Kelly with a rare genetic condition called methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase.

In addition to threatening the mother's life, MTHFR increases the chances of the baby being born with chromosomal defects such as Down's Syndrome.

Joey, 32, says his wife took it easy throughout the pregnancy, but started experiencing a rapid heartbeat and fainting spells last week. Concerned for her health, doctors decided to induce Kelly's labor two weeks before her due date.

After an intense delivery, everyone is now able to relax. "The blood clots have broken up, Kelly's doing fine and Kloey is awesome," the proud papa tells PEOPLE.

Fatone says the name Kloey comes from a combination of his and Kelly's names. As for the middle name, Alexandra? It was selected by Briahna (who is 8 years old)for her new baby sister.

"I'm thrilled," Joey says. "I'm just so happy that everyone's healthy."

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New Music: Barenaked Ladies - You Run Away

Fans of the Barenaked Ladies rejoice - new music has arrived. "You Run Away," the first single from the Ladies' latest album All In Good Time, debuted on the band's website to acclaim from fans both new and old. With “You Run Away,” the band continues to evolve and mature but still stays true to the classic, inimitable Barenaked Ladies sound. Those who love the song are encouraged to share it with friends on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, etc. For a chance to win one of ten free downloads of "You Run Away" before it's available on iTunes, visit BarenakedLadies.com and sign up for the band's newsletter.
All In Good Time is the 11th studio album from the Barenaked Ladies and will hit stores on March 30th, 2010.

Whitney's 1985 Debut Album Set For Re-Release

On January 26, 2010, Arista Records/Legacy Recordings will release the 25th Anniversary Edition of 'Whitney Houston', the debut album that released in 1985. The CD/DVD package includes the original songs remastered, along with five bonus tracks including Whitney's a cappella recording of "How Will I Know" plus a stunning live performance of "Greatest Love of All".

As an added bonus for fans, the 25th Anniversary Edition includes a features-packed new DVD. Three rare tv performances are included: "I Am Changing", a song from the 1982 Broadway production of 'Dreamgirls', performed live at the Arista Records 10th Anniversary celebration in 1985; "You Give Good Love" performed live at the first annual Soul Train Awards Show in 1987; and Whitney’s breakout national TV debut singing "Home" (from 'The Wiz') on the Merv Griffin Show in 1983. All four classic music videos – "You Give Good Love", "Saving All My Love For You", "How Will I Know", and "Greatest Love of All" – appear on the DVD. Exclusive and newly filmed interviews with Whitney Houston and Clive Davis round out the bonus DVD portion of the 'Whitney Houston' - 25th Anniversary Edition collection.

Full Tracklisting:
Disc 1 – CD
"You Give Good Love"
"Thinking About You"
"Someone For Me"
"Saving All My Love For You"
"Nobody Loves Me Like You Do"
"How Will I Know"
"All At Once"
"Take Good Care Of My Heart"
"Greatest Love of All"
"Hold Me" (Duet With Teddy Pendergrass)

Bonus Tracks
"Thinking About You" (Remix by Bruce Forest)
"Someone For Me" (Remix by Alan Coulthard)
"How Will I Know" (A cappella)
"How Will I Know" (Remix by Jellybean)
"Greatest Love of All" (Live)

Disc 2 – DVD
"Home" Whitney Houston's premiere performance on the Merv Griffin Show
"I Am Changing" Live from the Arista Records 10th Anniversary celebration, 1985
"You Give Good Love" Live from the First Annual Soul Train Awards Show, 1987
"You Give Good Love" Music Video
"Saving All My Love" Music Video
"How Will I Know" Music Video
"Greatest Love Of All" Music Video
Interviews with Whitney Houston and Clive Davis

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New Music: Sade - Soldier of Love

After a decade of waiting, it's finally here! Epic Records is proud and honored to announce the release of 'Soldier of Love', the highly anticipated new body of work from Sade. 'Soldier of Love' is Sade's first official studio album since the multi-platinum release of 'Lovers Rock' in 2000. The album will be available everywhere on February 9th!

Gaga Does It Again

Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" hit the number one spot on the US Airplay Chart, becoming the only artist ever to have their first five singles go straight to the top of the chart. “Just six months ago, Bad Romance was nothing but a dream, a recurring melody, a lyric hidden on a napkin on my tour bus,” Gaga said. “Now, it’s my fifth #1 record, and a reminder to fans to always follow their dreams.”

The "Just Dance" singer adds, “I would like to thank all my beautiful little monsters and my incredibly supportive team for the most memorable year of my life. To have had such a phenomenal reception to my second album, The Fame Monster, is life-changing. I’m so happy I could die.”

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Cover Song: Nick Jonas - The Way You Make Me Feel

Nick Jonas performed at the House of Blues and covered a Michael Jackson tune. Check out the video below of Nick singing "The Way You Make Me Feel". We all know how I feel about his voice. I will give him props because it wasn't that bad. Watch it and share your opinion.

David Cook's Guest Appearance On Extreme Home Makeover

David Cook joined Ty Pennington and the crew to build a new house for a family on Extreme Home Makeover. In the preview, you meet Cory, who suffers from a congenital blood disorder. Mold in the house exacerbates her symptoms, which includes polyps in her sinuses. She raises money for cancer research on behalf of a friend who has cancer.

Lady Gaga Likes Polaroids

Lady Gaga will be the creative director for their future and special products. Check out the video below of Gaga talking about her new partnership. If you love polaroids and want to make digital photos into polaroids check out Poladroid.com.

Christina Shoots Scenes For Her Upcoming Movie

While fans wait for a new album, Christina Aguilera was spotted on the set of her new movie Burlesque. The singer filmed scenes in Los Angeles on Saturday (Jan 9) at 2 AM. Christina was seen drinking coffee and wrapped in a blanket in between takes. She didn't finish filming until past 5 AM.

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AJ McLean Is Engaged

AJ McLean, a member of the Backstreet Boys, proposed to his girlfriend Rochelle Deanna Karidis. AJ proposed to her at Hard Rock Hotel's Wastd Space nightclub while celebrating his 32nd birthday in Vegas last Friday.

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Quick Update: Rihanna & Justin Bieber Super Bowl Gig

Rihanna and Justin Bieber will be performing on VH1's "Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam." The concert will take place in South Beach, Miami and air on VH1, Thursday, February 4, at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Mary J. Blige Celebrates Her Birthday With Ellen

Mary J. Blige celebrated her 39th birthday on the Ellen DeGeneres Show. The talk-show host, wearing shades from Mary’s new sunglasses line, Melodies. Ellen presented Mary J. with a cake during a taping of the show. Catch the singer perform “I Am” today.

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Alicia Keys Performs On SNL

“Saturday Night Live” kicked off 2010 with Alicia Keys. She performed “Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart” and “Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down,” and showed her acting abilities in the “SNL Digital Short.”

Try Sleeping with a Broken Heart


Empire State of Mind Part II


Digital Short

Lady Gaga's Grammy Awards Promo

Check out the video below for the 2010 Grammy Awards video featuring Lady Gaga. It's a collection of youtube videos of Gaga's fans (or little monsters as Gaga calls them) performing "Poker Face".

Preview Esmee Denters' Debut Album

You can preview tracks on Esmee Denters' debut album, Outta Here. The album is not releasing in the U.S. yet, but fans overseas can get their hands on the album Jan 11. You can preview the album on We7.com and YouTube. I just head "Love Dealer" featuring Justin Timberlake and it's catchy. You may remember me posting her song "Outta Here", which was released in the U.S. a while ago. That song was produced by Palow Da Don.

I can't critique the album yet, since I only heard a few songs. I do like "Outta Here", "Love Dealer", and "Admit It".

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Now It's Time To Say Goodbye

Miley Cyrus is saying goodbye to the blonde wig that made her famous. According to Disney Channel, the upcoming fourth season of the Disney Channel's hit "Hannah Montana" will be its last. The cast begins filming the new season Jan. 18 and is expected to produce enough episodes to run through 2011, when the star's contract expires.

This shouldn't be a big deal. Miley will move on and do whatever she has planned and most likely the re-runs will air.
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Nikki Sits Down With Brian Williams of NBC Nightly News

The new year is looking bright for 15-year-old singer Nikki Yanofsky, starting off with an interview with NBC's Nightly News and with her album expected in the late Spring. Nikki Yanofsky sat down with anchor Brian Williams for a glimpse into the young singer's life. In the clip the two discuss everything from Nikki's musical influences and the details of her upcoming album to balancing the pressures of high school with her growing stardom.
Candid and down-to-earth but with a voice that rivals legends like her idol, Ella Fitzgerald, Nikki is set to take the world by storm in 2010. Look for her US debut album later this year, which will feature covers of classic jazz, folk, and pop tunes as well as original material (including collaborations with famed songwriters Jesse Harris and Ron Sexsmith).



Her cover of Gershwin's "I Got Rhythm" is available for purchase now on iTunes, and be sure to visit her official website at NikkiYanofksy.com for more information on this rising star.

Katy Perry Covers Glamour Magazine

Katy Perry poses in a blue animal print party dress for the cover of Glamour's February 2010 issue.

On her hit song “I Kissed A Girl”: “I have a soft spot for women—I’m not afraid of it. Some women walk into the room, and they’re so beautiful and you’re like, ‘I wanna smell you,’ you know? I have certain girlfriends who I just think are the most angelic, beautiful creatures. And if any of my boyfriends ever fail me, I’ll turn to them!”

On her boo, British comedian Russell Brand: “When he was filming Get Him to the Greek, I did a cameo with him. My scene called for me to make out with him. And on the way down the stairs after the scene, I was hopping like a bunny. I hope like a bunny when I’m happy—I get a bit childlike.”

On feeling vulnerable: “I have always been this character, but I kind of cartoon-ized myself a little bit [in my stage persona]. So when someone really likes me, it’s like here comes a person! I wonder if you can handle this.”

You can get a copy of Katy's issue on Jan. 12. Look for Katy's new single with Timbaland "If We Ever Meet Again".

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Miley Cyrus Covers Harper's Bazaar

Miley Cyrus looks pretty (almost didn't recognize her) on the February 2010 cover of Harper's Bazaar. The 17 year old Disney queen spoke about her controversial Vanity Fair photoshoot, the pressure of being in the spotlight, and leaving L.A. to film her new movie, The Last Song.

On the Vanity Fair photo of herself being wrapped in a bed sheet: “Here, my parents are thinking they’re seeing a beautiful photograph by a major photographer, and the people of America want to see something dirty in that? It doesn’t make sense to us because [my family] doesn’t look for negativity. But people don’t want to say ‘What a great performance’ or ‘What a great shot.” No one wants to look at something like that and see the positive because it doesn’t sell a magazine.”

On the pressures of being in the spotlight 24/7: “My job is to be a role model, and that’s what I want to do, but my job isn’t to be a parent. My job isn’t to tell your kids how to act or how not to act, because I’m still figuring that out for myself. So to take that away from me is a bit selfish. Your kids are going to make mistakes whether I do or not. That’s just life.”


On leaving LA this summer to film her new movie, The Last Song: “I got on the plane [to Georgia], and I was lying in my mom’s lap and crying and saying, “I’m so happy to be getting out of L.A. [In Tybee, GA] I went out every night with my friends. I did karaoke. I danced. All this stuff would’ve been such a big deal in Los Angeles: Who’s she with? Why is she dancing? I felt so alive and real. It’s so much easier to know who you are when there aren’t a thousand people telling you who they think you are. I felt like I was really figuring myself out. Usually I have someone whispering in my ear, but I was on my own.” (Miley is dating Liam Hemsworth, her co-star in The Last Song.)

On having insecurities despite all the people who praise her: “I used to ask everyone all day, ‘Do I look pretty?’ I probably asked that question about as many times as I blink.” But in Georgia she finally got over it. “It’s not about how because I started feeling beautiful; it’s just because I was comfortable. I was so used to the paparazzi and the cameras and the ‘What are you wearing?’ and having people stare at me.”

Grab your copy of the issue on stands January 12th.
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New Video: Lil Wayne - On Fire

Keyshia Cole Is Engaged And Pregnant

Keyshia Cole has a lot to celebrate! The new year is starting out perfect for her. The singer is engaged to Cleveland Cavaliers player Daniel Gibson. Keyshia is also pregnant with her first child (I read somewhere it's a boy). According to UsMagazine her rep confirmed saying, "I can confirm she is engaged and has an incredible ring," her rep tells Us. Daniel popped the question on New Years Eve.

Congrads Keyshia!

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Lady Gaga To Take The Grammy Stage

Lady Gaga has been confirmed to perform at music's biggest night, The 52nd Annual Grammy Awards! She has racked up FIVE nominations: Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, and Best Dance Recording for "Poker Face", and Album Of The Year and Best Electronic/Dance Album for 'The Fame'.

Other Grammy performers include The Dave Matthews Band, Green Day, P!nk, and The Zac Brown Band, Beyonce, The Black Eyed Peas, Lady Antebellum, Maxwell, and Taylor Swift.

Lady Gaga's live performances always steal the spotlight at every award show. But what will she have in store for this one? Will she shoot laser beams from her chest? Tune in to find out. The 52nd Annual Grammy Awards will air on January 31st at 8pm EST on CBS!

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Tamar Writes With OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder

Get to know more about Tamar Kaprelian (don't know her check out the New Artists section) in a new video straight from her writing session in Denver with OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder and Brent Kutzle. The 22-year-old rising star discusses her musical influences and charity work along with her thoughts on songwriting, collaborations and the meaning behind her single "New Day."

Shwayze Stop By Jimmy Fallon's Show

Shwayze appeared on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon last night to perform their hit single, "Get U Home." The Malibu based hip-hop duo gave it their all as they jumped around the stage and gave their fans an energy packed performance. "Get U Home" is the first single off of Shwayze's recently released album Let It Beat, in stores now.

Behind The Scenes: Orianthi's According To You Video

Get a behind the scenes look during the making of Orianthi's music video for "According to You," the first single from her US debut Believe. The clip takes fans through the video scene-by-scene, and reveals the special technique behind the Guitar Hero-inspired segments of the video. Legendary guitarist Steve Vai was also on set to support his longtime friend and fellow shredder, and makes a cameo in the piece.
Believe is available now in stores and on iTunes.

There is still time to enter the Orianthi Guitar contest. You can win a signed guitar by Orianthi. Go enter NOW!

Katharine McPhee's New Album Out Now

Katharine McPhee’s album, Unbroken, is out now. It featured 13 brand new tracks from the American Idol Alum. You can pick it up in stores or online at Amazon or iTunes. Kat looks unrecognizable on the new album cover with the short blonde hair.

Track list:
1. It's Not Right
2. Had It All
3. Keep Drivin'
4. Last Letter
5. Surrender
6. Terrified
7. How
8. Say Goodbye
9. Faultline
10. Anybody's Heart
11. Lifetime
12. Unbroken
13. Brand New Key

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Katy Perry Engaged?!

Katy Perry and British comedian Russell Brand are engaged,according to UsMagazine.com. The two have been dating since September 2009. This comes days after Katy tweeted "He built this for me" with a picture of the couple infront of the Taj Mahal. An insider told UsMag that the trip to India was a Christmas gift from Brand.


Congrads to them!

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Who's Rihanna Kissing?

A new year a new love for Rihanna. The singer was spotted in Mexico on Monday (Jan 4) kissing her new boo. Who's the lucky guy? Matt Kemp a 25 year old Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder.

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Ashley Tisdale's New Year And New Hair.

Ashley Tisdale has changed something for the new year. The singer has opted for no more hair extensions this year.Ashley tweeted earlier this week about her new hair, “Yay!!! It’s my own hair!! No more extensions this new year.”

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Kanye West's First Blog Of 2010

Kanye! Can you lay off the caps lock? Kanye West kicked off the new year with a blog entry to his fans. He thanked his fans for their support over the years and revealed he's back in the studio. “It’s funny how so many rappers get worse as their careers stretch out, but true poets get better,” he said, citing his latest inspirations. “We will follow in the footsteps of Maya Angelou, Gill Scott-Herron, and Nina Simone.”

Check out the blog entry below:

New Video: Trey Songz Ft. Fabolous - Say Aah

New Albums of 2010

Who is schedule to drop albums this year? Rap-Up.com did a list of 10 Most Anticipated Albums of 2010. I picked a few out of their list to inform you all about.

Usher – Raymond vs. Raymond
Usher is back to claim his throne with his first album since 2008’s Here I Stand. Audiophiles have been able to sample the R&B crooner’s sixth album with the leak of several tracks including “Hey Daddy (Daddy’s Home),” “In My Bag,” “Little Freak,” and the buzz single “Papers,” which hit No. 1 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Songwriter Rico Love has already called the album “classic” and Ester Dean compared it to the biggest success of his career, 2004’s multi-platinum Confessions.

The-Dream – Love King
The man with the Midas touch’s sophomore album Love vs. Money landed on many critics’ best of 2009 lists and he assaulted the charts once again by penning hits for Beyoncé and Rihanna. Yet The-Dream still hasn’t received his props as an artist. Will the Radio Killa, who wed Christina Milian last year, be able to change that with his third album, Love King?

Lupe Fiasco – Lasers
It wasn’t too long ago that Lupe Fiasco told Rap-Up.com, “I just don’t really feel like rapping anymore.” But thankfully the Grammy winner has changed his mind. Last year he fed our appetites with his mixtape Enemy of the State: A Love Story and leaked songs “Shining Down” and “I’m Beaming.” Now hip-hop heads eagerly await the Chicago MC’s first album in over two years, Lasers (Love Always Shines Every time Remember 2 Smile).

Erykah Badu – New Amerykah Part II: Return of the Ankh
Ms. Badu picks up where she left off on 2008’s stellar New Amerykah Part One: 4th World War with New Amerykah Part II: Return of the Ankh, due February 23. The soul sister enlists The Roots’ ?uestlove (“Window Seat”) and samples Biggie (“Get Money”) on her fifth studio album, which features contributions from James Poyser, 9th Wonder, Sa-Ra, and Madlib.


Ciara – Untitled
Although her latest album Fantasy Ride was recently released in May, Ciara is already in the final stages of recording her fourth as-yet-untitled LP. Hitmaking duo Tricky Stewart and The-Dream take up executive-producing duties this time around. While she has remained mum about details, Tricky hinted at the project’s direction. “It’s just her returning back to her strongest form,” he told Rap-Up.com. “It’s gonna be Ciara at her best. It’s gonna be indicative of how much people love that first album [Goodies] and how people love ‘Promise’ and other records when she’s had those really serious connections.” Tracks include “Gifted” and “Speechless” featuring The-Dream.

Lenny Kravitz Addresses Leaked MJ Song

This past weekend a 90 second clip of a collaboration with Lenny Kravitz and Michael Jackson found its way to the internet. The leaked track, "Another Day," is an unreleased version of Lenny's 2004 single "Storm" featuring Jay-Z. In a video Lenny posted he said, “I just want to reach out to you so I can set the record straight regarding the Michael Jackson track ‘Another Day,’” he said. “A part of the song leaked, not by me, because mine has been locked up in a vault since we recorded it.”

He went on to explain how the record came to be. “This song was recorded by Michael and myself. I produced it for him, I wrote the song, and I played all the instruments on the track. It was one of the most amazing musical experiences that I’ve had.”

Lets hope we can hear the record in it's entirety soon. Check out the video below to hear the song.


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Pharrell Wishes You A Happy New Year

Pharrell wishes his fans a happy new year in a YouTube video. “It’s 2010, man. Everything’s about to change,” he said. The producer is working on a new N.E.R.D. album for this year. Check out the video below.

New Video: Nick Jonas & The Administration - Who I Am

I got so excited to hear this when he started singing the first bars. Once that voice started cracking I had to end it there. Come on Nick you have potential..sing and stop trying to sing. The song is good..I just can't take that voice.

What Are The Stars New Years Resolutions?

Adam Lambert
"To keep being positive and try to live in the moment and enjoy this."

Justin Timberlake
"I'm going to underpromise myself for 2010 so if it goes well I'll be like, 'Oh my God! Such a surprise!'"

Ashlee Simpson
"All my focus is on my son. Every day being a better mom and learning with him. It’s an incredible experience."

Mya
"My new year's resolution was to be a vegetarian for six months out of this year. I did three months and stopped and then I'm almost done with my second three months commitment."

Miley Cyrus
"I need to stop talking about things I want to do, and just get out there and do it. That's been my biggest goal recently, especially while I'm on the road."

2010!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM MUSIC ADDICTION!!!

A decade has passed and we look forward to so many new things. Working on a new layout, keep checking back for that this January. Thank you all for reading. Lets shoot for more commenting this year.I don't usually set a new years resolution for myself but this year I'm actually going to.

My new years resolution: To take one day at a time. Stop telling myself I'm going to do something, just buckle down and do it.

What is your new years resolution?

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