Grammy Predictions: Record and Song of the Year
The announcement of this year’s Grammy nominees is just around the corner, and the race for both Record of the Year (given to all involved in the recording of a song) and Song of the Year (given to the...
View ArticleThe Gift Of Music
It is officially the holiday season, and it’s time to start shopping for presents. If you’re having a little trouble thinking of a good stocking stuffer, there are some really exciting music releases...
View ArticleThe Nominees Are In!
The nominees for the 2012 Grammy Awards have officially been announced, with the usual mix of surprises and obvious choices. Having condensed the number of categories down to 78 from 109, the race for...
View Article2011 In Review
As 2011 comes to a close, it’s time to look back on all of the music this year has given to us. Without a doubt, this has been an exciting and record-breaking year for music. This has no doubt been a...
View ArticleWho to Look For In 2012
Here in January, it is really difficult to imagine how much great (and terrible) music this new year will bring. While it’s almost impossible to predict who will be the next “big” act, there are some...
View ArticleSuper Bowl Preview
Outside of being the biggest night in both sports and advertising, the Super Bowl is a huge night for music. The half time show has consistently been one of the highest rated television events annually...
View ArticleGrammy Predictions
This Sunday, February 12, the 54th Annual Grammy Awards will be held. Over the past few weeks many exciting details have been announced including a list of performers, presenters, and special award...
View ArticleThe 54th Annual Grammy Awards
This year’s Grammys were one of the strangest in its 54-year history. With the passing of superstar Whitney Houston the night before, there was a solemn feeling in the air that was somewhat...
View ArticleIs Madonna Still Relevant?
This past week, Madonna broke her own record for most top-10 singles by any artist ever, 38, with her new single “Give Me All Your Luvin’.” In addition, she continued her own streak of sending at least...
View ArticleRihanna and Chris Brown: Together Again
This past week, ex-couple Rihanna and Chris Brown re-united for a pair of remixes. Brown added vocals to Ri’s “Birthday Cake,” while Rihanna was featured on a mix of his new single, “Turn Up The...
View ArticleThe Main Stream
This past week, Billboard introduced its new On-Demand Singles Chart and announced that its data is being incorporated into the Hot 100. Streaming from programs such as Spotify and Rhapsody has clearly...
View ArticleOne for the New Guys
New music comes and goes all the time; that’s how the business works. In the digital age, it’s become increasingly easier for new and indie acts to find their niche in the pop music market, and right...
View ArticleAnd The Winner Is… Lionel Richie?
Well the race is on, once again, for the new number one album in the country. If you asked anyone over the past few months what would be taking the top spot this week, the answer would have easily been...
View ArticleThe Justin Conundrum
So the legend of Biebs continues! His new single, “Boyfriend” arrived last week and has just entered the Billboard Hot 100 at #2. Clearly, his fame is not waning, despite not really having any serious...
View ArticleWelcome to the Hall Of Fame
This past weekend, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2012 were officially inducted. As per usual, this year’s event was not without its fair share of drama. The main performers inducted this year...
View ArticleThe Loss of Two Iconic Figures
Last week, the music industry suffered the losses of two very iconic and beloved members. On Wednesday April 18, legendary television personality Dick Clark passed away after suffering a heart attack...
View ArticleLive After Death
There are very few rap acts who have had as much influence as Tupac Shakur, who was shot dead in 1996, and his legacy has only grown in the years since. On April 15, while performing at the Coachella...
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