Topic: Music News

Taylor Momsen Just Got Some Extra Points For Her XX/Rihanna Mashup

11 days ago by Drew Grant | Comment

I’m not saying that I forgive Taylor Momsen for making it trendy to look like some sort of Courtney Love/Olsen twin hybrid, I’m just saying that the XX’s “Islands” is my favorite song that I tell people about, and Eminem/Rihanna’s “Love the Way You Lie” is my favorite song that … More »
A Little Mood Music: The 10 Best 'Bounce Back' Songs On My iPod

21 days ago by Megan Collins | 10 Comments

On my iPod you’ll find a playlist titled “BOUNCE BACK.” The ever-growing collection includes all the songs that help pull me out of a funk. Whether it’s bouncing back from a break up, or just a bad hair day, they always manage to put me back on the road to a good mood. … More »
Cutegreggator: DJing Dogs

31 days ago by Hillary Reinsberg | Comment

DJs + Puppies = DJing Puppies. Get your morning started with some fresh beats, via dogs scratching vinyl. It sounds better than you’d expect. And the puppies are much cuter than most DJs.
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Meet Alexandra Amor, Future 'Superstar'

32 days ago by erin | 16 Comments

Alexandra Amor tried out for American Idol when she was 16 and was rejected before she even got the chance to sing in front of Simon Cowell. Now, she’s getting the last laugh, thanks to her growing cult fan base (which includes 11,000 Twitter followers and counting). Not to mention her voice: Big, rich, soulful and sunny.
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Taylor Momsen, Your Album Cover Is NOT Original

40 days ago by Hillary Reinsberg | Comment

The “edgy” new album art for Taylor Momsen’s band The Pretty Reckless has been bouncing around today and…blah. A toddler representation of Taylor (it doesn’t seem to actually be her though) graces the album, sporting a leather motorcycle jacket and holding a lighter. It’s cute, but Tay, it’s been done … More »
Somehow, Gwyneth Paltrow's 'Country Strong' Isn't the Worst

41 days ago by Drew Grant | Comment

Look, if you are a fan of Gwyneth Paltrow, that’s your prerogative. Maybe you like Goop and condescending videos about how to stuff a turkey. Maybe that episode of The Marriage Ref she was on really spoke to you. You’re entitled to your opinion, is all I’m saying. And my … More »
Crushable Confessional: 8 Terrible Songs That Sum Up My Music Taste

42 days ago by Drew Grant | Comment

I think we’ve covered already how terrible my CD collection was in my formative years. Besides mostly consisting of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Les Mis (with the occasional Ace of Bass thrown in there for good measure), it’s not like after I buried my love of musicals deep, deep into … More »
Video: We Love Nicki Minaj's 'Your Love'

46 days ago by Drew Grant | Comment

Amazing. It’s like Jackie Brown met Lil Kim and decided to have a kid who writes hip-hop anthems that involve lyrics like “I’m going to die hard like Bruce Willis.” We love “Your Love,” despite the fact that, as Tabloid Prodigy pointed out, a samurai would never speak Thai. Especially … More »
DJ Pauly D's Shamefully Bad Single Hits iTunes

48 days ago by Hillary Reinsberg | Comment

“Being guido is a way of life,” sings DJ Pauly D of Jersey Shore in his new single, “Beat Dat Beat.” If you’ve been searching for a new fist-pumping summer anthem, “Beat Dat Beat Up,” now available on iTunes, should satisfy your craving.
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What Is Jedward And Why Are They Mocking Our Music With 'All the Small Things'?

53 days ago by Drew Grant | Comment

If you’re a fan of the X Factor, you may already know about Jedward, the Irish brothers (John Paul Henry Daniel Richard Grimes and Edward Peter Anthony Kevin Patrick Grimes, woof) whose poppy covers and blond Ed Westwick-y charm didn’t win them the show, but did get them a deal … More »
Gallery: A Week Of Wild Performances

56 days ago by Hillary Reinsberg | Comment

It’s the middle of summer, which means it’s that time of year where the world’s wackiest performers use any excuse possible to act crazy on stage. Want to shower yourself with rainwater on The Today Show? Want to take your shirt off even though you’re too old to do so? … More »
M.I.A.’s Hieroglyphically-Challenged Album Now Streaming On Her MySpace — Yes, now you can listen to all of /\/\/\Y/\ without fear of taking part in some sort of Internet piracy scam. (via MySpace)
Wait, There’s A Robyn Over-Saturation Problem? – We wouldn’t be too worried, seeing as Metafilter is still dealing with its deluge of Lady Gaga posts to start worrying if the hipsters talk about the Swedish Comeback Queen too much. (via The Awl)
Will.i.am Responds To Rumors Fergie Is Leaving Black Eyed Peas

71 days ago by erin | 2 Comments

Will.i.am says reports that Fergie is leaving Black Eyed Peas are greatly exaggerated. The rapper-producer tells Sirius XM Radio that he put the frontwoman on the spot this weekend, saying, “‘Hey, is it true that you’re leaving?’ She was like, ‘You’re a f–king idiot.’” Will.i.am adds, “We aren’t going anywhere. … More »
Which Musical Collaborations Are You More Excited About? – Bjork teaming up with The Dirty Projectors for a split EP, or Weezer giving Ryan Adams the guitar and a song-writing credit on their newest album? Think carefully, this decision is what every hipster will judge you on for the next two months, at least. (via The Frisky)