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Estelle and Kid Rock Join List of Artists Saying No to iTunes
There's an interesting article in the Wall Street Journal today about a trend toward record companies pulling their artists' records from the iTunes Music Store — and/or avoiding iTunes altogether — because selling singles at Apple's mp3 store isn't always as profitable (or necessary) as people think. Kid Rock's latest album, Rock 'n Roll Jesus, was never sold on iTunes, for example, and he still managed to sell 1.7 million copies in the US alone. Estelle is on the same label as Rock, and after seeing how well his album has done, the label yanked hers from iTunes as well — even though she currently has one of the hottest singles of the Summer.
New Song and Video From Jay-Z's American Gangster
Jay-Z fans, take heart: You'll have plenty to hold you over until the November release of Jay's new album, which is inspired by the upcoming movie American Gangster.
Yesterday, Fader debuted a new song from the project called "Roc Boys (and the Winner Is)," which you can listen to online. I don't love it as much as "Blue Magic," maybe becaause the brass-laden beats sound like something recycled off of Kingdom Come.
Song of the Day: Amy Winehouse, "Rehab" Remix Featuring Jay Z
I know you guys have a soft spot for Amy Winehouse, particularly her addictive hit "Rehab." And I myself am intrigued by anything involving Jay Z. So I'm really digging this Urban Legendz Escobar Mix of "Rehab," featuring Jay Z and Pharoahe Monch.
Song of the Day: "Voodoo Problems," Jay Z and Jimi Hendrix Mash-Up
Even two years later, I still love listening to The Grey Album, the 2004 Beatles-meets-Jay Z mash-up by DJ Danger Mouse. So I was psyched to stumble upon this TiMG track called "Voodoo Problems," which melds Jay Z's "99 Problems" with Jimi Hendrix's "Voodoo Child." Though the idea is similar to the Grey Album's, the effect is quite different, proving just how much you can build off of a great guitar riff and an insanely catchy beat.
CD Review: Jay Z, Kingdom Come
I got Kingdom Come with the hopes of including it on my Top Albums of 2006 list, but Jay-Z's lackluster eighth album didn't quite make the cut. Yet, while the music isn't as revolutionary as earlier Jay-Z, the biographical bent forges new ground in terms of what a rap song can be about — namely, settling into and accepting adulthood.
Though some have criticized Kingdom Come for its narcissism — as if that's unique among hip-hop records — only occasionally does the self-focus get tiresome, as on the predictable momma homage, "I Made It."
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Video of Kristen and Rob, This Is It Review and Britney's Hot New Video!
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart arrived back in California yesterday and we've got video of the duo at LAX. Plus, our take on Britney Spears's sexy new music video and whether to watch, pass or rent This Is It. Also, check out Madonna's emotional plea and Jay-Z's World Series Performance.
TV Tonight: The American Music Awards
This has been a huge year for music so far: Taylor Swift has won every trophy imaginable, Whitney Houston is staging her comeback, and Michael Jackson is still topping the charts, even after his death. Perhaps that's why tonight's American Music Awards sounds even better than in the past — and I'll be at the show to bring you all of the exciting moments!
Let's go over what to expect from the evening.
Announcing the Winners: 2009 American Music Awards
The American Music Awards show is over, and I've got your full list of who earned trophies. Following her big CMA wins, Taylor Swift dominated in the female categories, taking home AMAs for favorite artist in both pop and country categories as well as the top honor of them all: Artist of the Year.
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Twilight Leads the People's Choice Awards Nominations
The 36th annual People's Choice Awards nominees are here, and last year's Twilight is leading the charge! American Idol's Kris Allen was among the announcers this morning for the nominees, which also include lots of nods for The Proposal — but of course, everyone's favorite bloodsucking love story landed in many categories, including favorite on-screen movie team.
Why didn't they look to 2009's New Moon?
Link Time: Watch Kris Allen's Video For "Live Like We're Dying"
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