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Desert Daze brings 11-day local festival to the Coachella crowd
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:24pm EST
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Review: 'Listen, Whitey!' and 'Soundtrack for a Revolution'
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:21pm EST
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'Listen, Whitey! The Sounds of Black Power 1967-1974' and 'Soundtrack for a Revolution' recall the push for social change.
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'The Hunger Games' soundtrack to showcase USC pop music students
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:18pm EST
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Two students will be heard on the forthcoming multi-artist soundtrack to "The Hunger Games."
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Quick Chat: A 'Release,' then Lyle Lovett's on his own
Posted: February 28th, 2012, 12:14pm EST
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The Texas singer-songwriter's last album for Curb Records, 'Release Me,' is coming out Tuesday.
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LMFAO gets Staples Center date
Posted: February 27th, 2012, 9:30pm EST
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The duo of L.A. dance-rap yuksters has announced a sweeping new tour with one especially validating hometown stop at Staples Center on June 5.
The duo of L.A. dance-rap yuksters has announced a sweeping new tour with one especially validating hometown stop at Staples Center on June 5.
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Too $hort apologizes for XXL video, says, 'My eyes are opening'
Posted: February 27th, 2012, 6:52pm EST
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The rapper said his eyes are opening after the rash of negative comments surrounding his recent video offering "advice" to young boys about attracting girls.
The rapper said his eyes are opening after the rash of negative comments surrounding his recent video offering "advice" to young boys about attracting girls.
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Esperanza Spalding gets her 'Grammy moment' at the Oscars
Posted: February 27th, 2012, 6:43pm EST
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Sunday night"s "In Memoriam" segment was a genuinely affecting moment thanks to a delicate performance of "What a Wonderful World" by last year's Grammy winner for new artist, Esperanza Spalding.
Sunday night"s "In Memoriam" segment was a genuinely affecting moment thanks to a delicate performance of "What a Wonderful World" by last year's Grammy winner for new artist, Esperanza Spalding.
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Oscar winner 'Man or Muppet' goes where no Muppet has gone before
Posted: February 27th, 2012, 6:34pm EST
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Previous Muppet-related songs have been nominated for an Academy Award, but "Man or Muppet" marks the first-ever Oscar win for a Muppet film.
Previous Muppet-related songs have been nominated for an Academy Award, but "Man or Muppet" marks the first-ever Oscar win for a Muppet film.
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André 3000: Sorry, no new OutKast music in the works
Posted: February 27th, 2012, 6:27pm EST
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Hip-hop heads patiently awaiting that OutKast reunion will have to wait even longer, as André 3000, one half of the Atlanta duo, says they no new music in the works.
Hip-hop heads patiently awaiting that OutKast reunion will have to wait even longer, as André 3000, one half of the Atlanta duo, says they no new music in the works.
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Megadeth, Motorhead and Volbeat review: Loud yet different
Posted: February 27th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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On Gigantour, heavy-metal bands explore the genre with complex layers and intense performances.
On Gigantour, heavy-metal bands explore the genre with complex layers and intense performances.
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Janis Paige regains her voice
Posted: February 24th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The 89-year-old singer/actress will be performing her one-woman autobiographical cabaret here, in San Francisco and New York.
At one point in her career, Janis Paige suffered from a singer's worst nightmare: the inability to carry a tune. But nearly irreparable vocal-cord damage didn't stop her. The 89-year-old singer/actress will be performing her one-woman autobiographical cabaret show Friday and Saturday at the Gardenia in West Hollywood, March 4-5 at the Rrazz Room in San Francisco and at Feinstein's at Loews Regency in New York on May 20-21.
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72 Hours: Dirty Ghosts, Grimes among the weekend's top gigs
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 3:47pm EST
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Pop & Hiss takes a look at some of the weekend's top concerts.
Pop & Hiss takes a look at some of the weekend's top concerts.
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72 Hours: Dirty Ghosts, Grimes among the weekend's top gigs
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 3:47pm EST
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Pop & Hiss takes a look at some of the weekend's top concerts.
Pop & Hiss takes a look at some of the weekend's top concerts.
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Carlos Santana, Las Vegas' hometown guitar hero
Posted: February 23rd, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The musician prepares for a new two-year residency at the House of Blues on the Strip, and ponders a joint project with ... Gustavo Dudamel?
The musician prepares for a new two-year residency at the House of Blues on the Strip, and ponders a joint project with ... Gustavo Dudamel?
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Review: Sleigh Bells bring 'Treats,' 'Reign of Terror' to Mayan
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 9:22pm EST
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Sleigh Bells hammers through songs from its two albums at Mayan Theater. The energy is contagious; the message is muddled.
Sleigh Bells hammers through songs from its two albums at Mayan Theater. The energy is contagious; the message is muddled.
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'X Factor' finalist Rachel Crow signs Nickelodeon, Sony deals
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 8:24pm EST
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No surprise that Nickelodeon has tapped the 14-year-old spitfire for an overall talent deal, which the network announced Wednesday.
No surprise that Nickelodeon has tapped the 14-year-old spitfire for an overall talent deal, which the network announced Wednesday.
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Drag queen re-creates entire Madonna Super Bowl halftime show
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 8:08pm EST
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The extravaganza took place at Victoria Haus in Brasilia, Brazil, and features the drag queen Alexia Twister as Madonna.
The extravaganza took place at Victoria Haus in Brasilia, Brazil, and features the drag queen Alexia Twister as Madonna.
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Musical moments with U.S. presidents
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 7:23pm EST
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In honor of President Obama's quick duet with B.B. King, Pop & Hiss finds previous examples of chief executives who have flexed their musical muscle while in office.
In honor of President Obama's quick duet with B.B. King, Pop & Hiss finds previous examples of chief executives who have flexed their musical muscle while in office.
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Adele, Bruno Mars, Civil Wars among Grammy sales winners
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 3:21pm EST
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One full year after its release, the singer's album "21" continues to find a new audience.
One full year after its release, the singer's album "21" continues to find a new audience.
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27 Beatles songs now available on iTunes as ring tones
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 2:19pm EST
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The Fab Four's music has become available for the first time as cellphone ring tones.
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Adele's '21' sets record with 21st week at No. 1
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 11:42am EST
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Adele's momentum is showing no signs of slowing.
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Chris Brown, Rihanna collaborations spark controversy
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Chris Brown and Rihanna release two collaboration tracks, three years after he beat her on the eve of the Grammys, leading to questions of appropriateness.
Chris Brown and Rihanna release two collaboration tracks, three years after he beat her on the eve of the Grammys, leading to questions of appropriateness.
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Brit Awards: Blur returns and Adele raises her middle finger
Posted: February 22nd, 2012, 12:20am EST
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Host James Corden was forced to rush Adele off the stage to welcome a reunited Blur for a rousing, 10-plus-minute show-closing set. It didn't go well.
Host James Corden was forced to rush Adele off the stage to welcome a reunited Blur for a rousing, 10-plus-minute show-closing set. It didn't go well.
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New ticket lottery ignites Burning Man debate
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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After the desert festival changed its ticket policy from first come, first served to a lottery, longtime attendee groups are upset that some of them might not get to go.
After the desert festival changed its ticket policy from first come, first served to a lottery, longtime attendee groups are upset that some of them might not get to go.
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Tammy Lang takes on the cult of Nico in 'Chelsea Madchen'
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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In her one-woman show 'Chelsea Madchen' at the Bootleg Theater, Tammy Lang — a.k.a. Tammy Faye Starlite — channels the chanteuse's languid essence.
In her one-woman show 'Chelsea Madchen' at the Bootleg Theater, Tammy Lang — a.k.a. Tammy Faye Starlite — channels the chanteuse's languid essence.
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Chucho Valdés' Latin jazz comes to Disney Hall
Posted: February 16th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Grammy-winning Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés will have the Cuban-New Orleans connection in mind as he performs with the Afro Cuban Messengers.
Grammy-winning Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés will have the Cuban-New Orleans connection in mind as he performs with the Afro Cuban Messengers.
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Martina McBride: The thorns amid love's red roses
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 9:40pm EST
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Martina McBride takes a skeptical look at romance in her Valentine's Day show at the Nokia Theatre.
Martina McBride takes a skeptical look at romance in her Valentine's Day show at the Nokia Theatre.
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Lauryn Hill plays it cool
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 9:25pm EST
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The singer takes her time warming up to the Palladium crowd, but finally lets loose.
The singer takes her time warming up to the Palladium crowd, but finally lets loose.
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Christian Bale on Whitney Houston's allure in 'American Psycho'
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 7:43pm EST
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As the world continues to absorb the news of Whitney Houston's death, clips and remembrances have been popping up all over the place.
As the world continues to absorb the news of Whitney Houston's death, clips and remembrances have been popping up all over the place.
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Dave Matthews Band announces new album, Irvine date
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:19pm EST
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The band has revealed that a new album and an extensive U.S. tour are on the horizon. The group will play the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine on Sept. 8.
The band has revealed that a new album and an extensive U.S. tour are on the horizon. The group will play the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine on Sept. 8.
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Listen to Usher's Diplo-produced slow-burner 'Climax'
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 6:09pm EST
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Set for official release Feb. 28, the slow-burner was leaked Tuesday, just in time for all those Valentine's Day nightcaps.
Set for official release Feb. 28, the slow-burner was leaked Tuesday, just in time for all those Valentine's Day nightcaps.
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Kraftwerk to perform its work at retrospective at New York's MOMA
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 5:40pm EST
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The German robotic quartet -- or at least some version of it -- will perform its eight classic albums at New York's Museum of Modern Art in April.
The German robotic quartet -- or at least some version of it -- will perform its eight classic albums at New York's Museum of Modern Art in April.
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Beyoncé plotting two albums for 2012?
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 4:33pm EST
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Maternity leave may not be for everyone -- especially not for one of music's hardest working pop divas, Beyoncé.
Maternity leave may not be for everyone -- especially not for one of music's hardest working pop divas, Beyoncé.
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Whitney Houston album, track sales, radio play explode
Posted: February 15th, 2012, 7:50am EST
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More than 100,000 albums and nearly 900,000 individual tracks sold in a little over 24 hours.
More than 100,000 albums and nearly 900,000 individual tracks sold in a little over 24 hours.
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'Downton Abbey' pays homage to Jerome Kern musical
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 4:11pm EST
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"Downton Abbey" introduced the phonograph to the aristocratic Crawley household in Sunday's episode of the popular Masterpiece Classic series on PBS.
"Downton Abbey" introduced the phonograph to the aristocratic Crawley household in Sunday's episode of the popular Masterpiece Classic series on PBS.
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Valentine's Day: 5 songs to love from Whitney Houston, T-Pain, etc.
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 10:51am EST
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In that spirit, here's a Valentine's Day playlist filled not simply with the best love songs, but with some of those that take a more particular stance.
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Will we always love Whitney Houston?
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Sales of her catalog are soaring, and ratings were huge for Sunday's Grammys, which honored her. But is this just a passing fancy, or is she on the way to iconic status?
Sales of her catalog are soaring, and ratings were huge for Sunday's Grammys, which honored her. But is this just a passing fancy, or is she on the way to iconic status?
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For Neil Portnow, 'the most emotional Grammys'
Posted: February 14th, 2012, 12:45am EST
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With Whitney Houston's tragic passing 24 hours before Sunday's telecast, Neil Portnow and producers of the Grammy Awards show were forced to scramble to figure out the most appropriate way to honor th
With Whitney Houston's tragic passing 24 hours before Sunday's telecast, Neil Portnow and producers of the Grammy Awards show were forced to scramble to figure out the most appropriate way to honor the fallen pop star.
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Grammy sales bump for Civil Wars, Bruno Mars, others
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 7:03pm EST
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With 40 million viewers tuning into CBS' performance-heavy broadcast, the Grammys can still have a career-changing effect.
With 40 million viewers tuning into CBS' performance-heavy broadcast, the Grammys can still have a career-changing effect.
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For Neil Portnow, 'the most emotional Grammys'
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:18pm EST
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With Whitney Houston's tragic passing 24 hours before Sunday's telecast, Neil Portnow and producers of the Grammy Awards show were forced to scramble to figure out the most appropriate way to honor th
With Whitney Houston's tragic passing 24 hours before Sunday's telecast, Neil Portnow and producers of the Grammy Awards show were forced to scramble to figure out the most appropriate way to honor the fallen pop star.
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Grammys backstage highlights: A humbled Justin Vernon, giddy Adele
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 1:54pm EST
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Pop&Hiss offers a few vignettes from the backstage action.
Pop&Hiss offers a few vignettes from the backstage action.
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6 weird Grammy moments, including Nicki Minaj's exorcism
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 10:39am EST
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Sunday night was rife with the kind of fodder that pushes Twitter close to overload. Nicki Minaj performing an exorcism on herself? That was just for starters.
Sunday night was rife with the kind of fodder that pushes Twitter close to overload. Nicki Minaj performing an exorcism on herself? That was just for starters.
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Adele's '21' poised to tie 'Bodyguard' soundtrack for No. 1
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 10:22am EST
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Should "21" hit a 20th week, that will put it in a tie for the all-time chart leader with... Whitney Houston's "The Bodyguard" soundtrack album -- the Grammy album of the year winner for 1992.
Should "21" hit a 20th week, that will put it in a tie for the all-time chart leader with... Whitney Houston's "The Bodyguard" soundtrack album -- the Grammy album of the year winner for 1992.
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Whitney Houston appreciation: Her tone in 'I Will Always Love You' was pure and game-changing
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Whitney Houston's prodigious talent is best exemplified by how she sang the 'I' and 'You' in her hit 'I Will Always Love You.'
Whitney Houston's prodigious talent is best exemplified by how she sang the 'I' and 'You' in her hit 'I Will Always Love You.'
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Grammy dance music performance: Awkward but a step in the right direction
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The collaborative performance for dance music on Sunday night's Grammy telecast, featuring electronic music superstars David Guetta and Deadmau5, was a mixed, if well-meaning, picture of dance music's
The collaborative performance for dance music on Sunday night's Grammy telecast, featuring electronic music superstars David Guetta and Deadmau5, was a mixed, if well-meaning, picture of dance music's place and influence in current pop.
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Grammys 2012: Best & Worst
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:47am EST
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Katy Perry gets angry, Jennifer Hudson's moving tribute to Whitney Houston and more notable moments from the Grammys telecast.
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Grammys: Adele is affirmed, Whitney Houston is grieved
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 2:45am EST
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The dramatic awards night honors rising star Adele and fallen star Whitney Houston.
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Grammys 2012: The most bloated Grammy show ever?
Posted: February 13th, 2012, 12:45am EST
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Unable to ignore the rise of electronic music, Grammy producers attempted to capture the immersive feel of dance music by staging the electronic segment in a tent outside Staples Center.
Unable to ignore the rise of electronic music, Grammy producers attempted to capture the immersive feel of dance music by staging the electronic segment in a tent outside Staples Center.
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Grammys 2012: Adele's '21' wins album of the year
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 11:33pm EST
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Soul traditionalist Adele triumphed over pop stars, a veteran rock act and an up-and-coming songwriter/producer to win album of the year, for her "21."
Soul traditionalist Adele triumphed over pop stars, a veteran rock act and an up-and-coming songwriter/producer to win album of the year, for her "21."
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Grammys 2012: Show starts with Bruce Springsteen and a prayer
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 9:07pm EST
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The 54th Grammy Awards began in a relatively no-frills manner, this time courtesy of Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band.
The 54th Grammy Awards began in a relatively no-frills manner, this time courtesy of Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band.
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Photos: Grammy Awards 2012: Winners
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 7:35pm EST
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Here's a look at the top winners at the 2012 Grammy Awards.
Here's a look at the top winners at the 2012 Grammy Awards.
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Whitney Houston, pop titan, dies at 48
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 2:19am EST
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Houston, a willowy church singer with a towering voice has died. She was 48.
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Grammys 2012: Eric Church rocks the country
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 1:35am EST
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Eric Church knows where he stands among the nominees for this year's Grammy Award for best country album.
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Whitney Houston: 6 performances from the legendary singer
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 12:34am EST
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Here are a few of the performances from the artist often nicknamed "The Voice."
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Grammys: Whitney Houston tribute to be sung by Jennifer Hudson
Posted: February 12th, 2012, 12:15am EST
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The plan is to have Jennifer Hudson perform a "respectful musical tribute" on the CBS broadcast on Sunday night.
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Whitney Houston: Voice for the ages tarnished by addictions
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 11:20pm EST
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It soon became evident that something was amiss -- that the delays between albums, her failed appearances and airport security run-ins were starting to affect her talent.
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Whitney Houston dead: She was spotted displaying erratic behavior
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 11:17pm EST
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Houston greeted people her with a warm smile, she appeared disheveled in mismatched clothes and hair that was dripping wet with either sweat or water.
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Grammys: What time is the show? Allow us to explain
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 7:25pm EST
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There's more to the Grammys than the telecast itself.
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Grammys: Paul McCartney feted as MusiCares Person of the Year
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 4:55pm EST
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MusiCares Person of the Year gala honoring Paul McCartney shattered the record for the fund-raising event.
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Grammys: Paul McCartney rehearses 'My Valentine'
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 4:54pm EST
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The final day of prep for the Sunday night awards show on CBS began with none other than McCartney, who did three run-throughs of his new song "My Valentine."
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Grammys: Paul McCartney feted as MusiCares Person of the Year
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 2:02pm EST
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MusiCares Person of the Year gala honoring Paul McCartney shattered the record for the fund-raising event.
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Grammy Awards: Musicians will protest category reductions
Posted: February 11th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Some musicians will protest outside the Grammys at Staples Center on Sunday over the Recording Academy's elimination and consolidation of some award categories.
Some musicians will protest outside the Grammys at Staples Center on Sunday over the Recording Academy's elimination and consolidation of some award categories.
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Grammys 2012: Tony Bennett watches Bruce Springsteen rehearse
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 8:41pm EST
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You know you're a big star when Tony Bennett comes to watch you rehearse.
You know you're a big star when Tony Bennett comes to watch you rehearse.
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Message is subtitled in Springsteen's 'Take Care of Our Own' video
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 7:43pm EST
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By superimposing the lyrics over the mostly stark, black-and-white images -- music video-speak for 'this is important' -- the clip makes it clear that this is no uplifting anthem.
By superimposing the lyrics over the mostly stark, black-and-white images -- music video-speak for 'this is important' -- the clip makes it clear that this is no uplifting anthem.
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Spotify's Daniel Ek and the music 'dinosaurs'
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 7:21pm EST
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Spotify's Daniel Ek rubs elbows with the upper echelon of record industry executives who have descended on Los Angeles for this Sunday's Grammy Awards.
Spotify's Daniel Ek rubs elbows with the upper echelon of record industry executives who have descended on Los Angeles for this Sunday's Grammy Awards.
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Beach Boys with Glen Campbell at Grammys--wouldn't it be nice?
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 6:12pm EST
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Given all the anticipated artist pairings on stage at this year's Grammys, it's hard not to yearn for Campbell to join the Beach Boys one more, and one last time.
Given all the anticipated artist pairings on stage at this year's Grammys, it's hard not to yearn for Campbell to join the Beach Boys one more, and one last time.
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Grammys 2012: Beach Boys reunite for rehearsal
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 6:03pm EST
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The seminal surf rock legends talk to Pop&Hiss before taking the stage during the Grammys.
The surf rock legends talk to Pop&Hiss before taking the stage during the Grammys.
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Video: Grammy-nominated Pilobolus gets ready for the big night
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 5:38pm EST
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This is not the company's first foray into music videos.
This is not the company's first foray into music videos.
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Adele breaks her silence, shows off newly restored voice
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 5:28pm EST
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Adele fans, rejoice: The sassy British songstress is in full control of her voice after months of silence during recovery from throat surgery.
Adele fans, rejoice: The sassy British songstress is in full control of her voice after months of silence during recovery from throat surgery.
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Parsing president Obama's mixtape: POTUS on Spotify
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 3:03pm EST
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On Thursday, Obama's reelection campaign Tweeted a link to a Spotify mix called "2012 Campaign Playlist by barackobama."
On Thursday, Obama's reelection campaign Tweeted a link to a Spotify mix called "2012 Campaign Playlist by barackobama."
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Clive Davis celebrates music with annual pre-Grammy party
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 10:41am EST
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The music mogul, 79, is buoyed by an uptick in sales last year and by the public's interest in 'Idol,' 'X Factor,' 'Glee' and YouTube.
The music mogul, 79, is buoyed by an uptick in sales last year and by the public's interest in 'Idol,' 'X Factor,' 'Glee' and YouTube.
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Clive Davis celebrates music with annual pre-Grammy party
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 3:05am EST
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The music mogul, 79, is buoyed by an uptick in sales last year and by the public's interest in 'Idol,' 'X Factor,' 'Glee' and YouTube.
The music mogul, 79, is buoyed by an uptick in sales last year and by the public's interest in 'Idol,' 'X Factor,' 'Glee' and YouTube.
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Paul McCartney gets his star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 2:37am EST
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The former Beatle drew several hundred fans who packed a cordoned-off section of Vine Street outside Capitol Records for the ceremony.
The former Beatle drew several hundred fans who packed a cordoned-off section of Vine Street outside Capitol Records for the ceremony.
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Judge decides Chris Brown should stay under supervised probation
Posted: February 10th, 2012, 2:36am EST
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Brown's attorney Mark Gerago,s asked that the Grammy-nominated R&B singer be allowed to end his supervised probation early, due to good behavior.
Brown's attorney Mark Gerago,s asked that the Grammy-nominated R&B singer be allowed to end his supervised probation early, due to good behavior.
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Odd Future's Earl Sweatshirt is apparently home and releasing music
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 7:27pm EST
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Earl Sweatshirt, the absent mystery at the center of the Odd Future hip-hop collective, has apparently returned from the Samoan youth camp where he had widely rumored to be living.
Earl Sweatshirt, the absent mystery at the center of the Odd Future hip-hop collective, has apparently returned from the Samoan youth camp where he had widely rumored to be living.
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David Lee Roth interviews Eddie and Alex Van Halen (peacefully)
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 7:07pm EST
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The original members of Van Halen sat down for a conversation in a recently released video clip, showing signs that they've buried the hatchet.
The original members of Van Halen sat down for a conversation in a recently released video clip, showing signs that they've buried the hatchet.
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Jimmy Iovine feted by Grammy producers; praises Lana Del Rey
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 3:10pm EST
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On Wednesday night the Producers and Engineers wing of the Grammy Awards presented Iovine with their 2012 Recording Academy Presidents Merit Award.
On Wednesday night the Producers and Engineers wing of the Grammy Awards presented Iovine with their 2012 Recording Academy Presidents Merit Award.
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Crickets, Comets, Flames, 3 other bands will enter Rock Hall of Fame
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 3:07pm EST
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The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has decided to induct six bands whose high-profile leaders previously made it into the hall individually, in recognition of the critical role those musicians played in t
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has decided to induct six bands whose high-profile leaders previously made it into the hall individually, in recognition of the critical role those musicians played in the history of pop music.
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Video premiere: Chieftains and the Low Anthem's 'School Days Over'
Posted: February 9th, 2012, 2:46pm EST
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The classic Irish folk band teams up with some respected Rhode Island indie rockers in their new music video released exclusively on Pop & Hiss.
The classic Irish folk band teams up with some respected Rhode Island indie rockers in their new music video released exclusively on Pop & Hiss.
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Merle Haggard recovers from pneumonia, returns to touring
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 9:32pm EST
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Country music veteran Merle Haggard has recovered from his bout with pneumonia and other medical issues and is heading back out on tour for a string of shows beginning Feb. 28.
Country music veteran Merle Haggard has recovered from his bout with pneumonia and other medical issues and is heading back out on tour for a string of shows beginning Feb. 28.
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Ledisi, Questlove, Mark Bradford pay tribute to Diana Ross
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 9:26pm EST
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Artists influenced by Ross spoke to us about the magnitude of her effect on popular culture, and how her work -- and work ethic -- has inspired them individually.
Artists influenced by Ross spoke to us about the magnitude of her effect on popular culture, and how her work -- and work ethic -- has inspired them individually.
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Album review: Kronos Quartet: Music of Vladimir Martynov
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 6:51pm EST
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The Los Angeles Philharmonic's addictive three-week Mahler Project is over. Now what?
The Los Angeles Philharmonic's addictive three-week Mahler Project is over. Now what?
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Adele, Lana Del Rey and Leonard Cohen lead the pop charts
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 5:52pm EST
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The charts have a much-publicized newcomer near the top, but vampy pop chanteuse Lana Del Rey is a distant No. 2.
The charts have a much-publicized newcomer near the top, but vampy pop chanteuse Lana Del Rey is a distant No. 2.
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Surviving Beach Boys will reunite for Grammy Awards performance
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 5:43pm EST
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The iconic group will reunite for their first public performance in more than two decades Sunday at the 54th Grammy Awards ceremony at Staples Center.
The iconic group will reunite for their first public performance in more than two decades Sunday at the 54th Grammy Awards ceremony at Staples Center.
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Grammys 2012: A record of the year word cloud
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 5:37pm EST
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Through the wonders of technology, Pop & Hiss fed all the lyrics of the five songs listed above, which are nominated for record of the year, into a word cloud generator.
Through the wonders of technology, Pop & Hiss fed all the lyrics of the five songs listed above, which are nominated for record of the year, into a word cloud generator.
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Kelly Rowland: Blue Ivy's 'auntie' talks 'X Factor,' Essence award
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 4:33pm EST
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Ministry of Gossip caught up with Rowland to talk about her fellow females, working for Simon Cowell, new music and longtime BFF Beyonce's world-famous newborn.
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In rotation: Bahamas' 'Bar Chords'
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 12:14pm EST
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This is no breezy cruise through the islands, musically or thematically.
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Commentary: Where's the love for the supreme Diana Ross?
Posted: February 8th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The singer blazed a trail through music and pop culture, inspiring artists and non-artists alike. Her Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award this weekend is small thanks.
The singer blazed a trail through music and pop culture, inspiring artists and non-artists alike. Her Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award this weekend is small thanks.
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Explore the dreamy landscape of Sonnymoon's 'Just Before Dawn'
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 9:10pm EST
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As the May release of its sophomore full-length album draws closer, Boston-based electro pop duo Sonnymoon has revealed a stream of new single "Just Before Dawn."
As the May release of its sophomore full-length album draws closer, Boston-based electro pop duo Sonnymoon has revealed a stream of new single "Just Before Dawn."
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Grammys 2012: Nicki Minaj to debut new single on Grammy stage
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 7:45pm EST
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The Young Money raptress announced that she will use her set to debut material from her upcoming sophomore album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded."
The Young Money raptress announced that she will use her set to debut material from her upcoming sophomore album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded."
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Grammys 2012: Chris Brown, Tony Bennett, Alicia Keys added to bill
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 5:03pm EST
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Current nominee Chris Brown will return to the Grammy stage as part of a special performance highlighting dance and electronic music.
Current nominee Chris Brown will return to the Grammy stage as part of a special performance highlighting dance and electronic music.
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Madonna launches 2012 world tour
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 3:11pm EST
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The Material Girl just posted dates for a six-month jaunt through the Middle East, Europe and North America, with a Staples Center date on Oct. 10.
The Material Girl just posted dates for a six-month jaunt through the Middle East, Europe and North America, with a Staples Center date on Oct. 10.
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'Soul Train' creator Don Cornelius' death officially ruled suicide
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 2:40pm EST
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"Soul Train" creator Don Cornelius died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Los Angeles County coroner's office said on Tuesday.
"Soul Train" creator Don Cornelius died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Los Angeles County coroner's office said on Tuesday.
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J Dilla at 38: Celebrating a producer's work through 'Lightworks'
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 2:39pm EST
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The hip-hop producer born James Dewitt Yancey would have celebrated his 38th birthday on Tuesday.
The hip-hop producer born James Dewitt Yancey would have celebrated his 38th birthday on Tuesday.
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Grammy Awards: Funny how the comedy category has changed
Posted: February 7th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Comedians record material for multiple media platforms, such as TV specials being edited and released on albums, blurring the line as to what should qualify for nomination.
Comedians record material for multiple media platforms, such as TV specials being edited and released on albums, blurring the line as to what should qualify for nomination.
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Personal playlist: Fred Armisen
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 8:03pm EST
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Armisen speaks with Pop & Hiss about some of the records he can't live without.
Armisen speaks with Pop & Hiss about some of the records he can't live without.
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Album review: Paul McCartney's 'Kisses on the Bottom'
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 7:57pm EST
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The album is perhaps an acknowledgment by an artist that the pop and rock rat race is no longer worth the effort. Thus: It's time to retire.
The album is perhaps an acknowledgment by an artist that the pop and rock rat race is no longer worth the effort. Thus: It's time to retire.
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Quick Chat: With Steve Martin
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 7:46pm EST
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Steve Martin discusses the Grammy Awards, banjo playing and the Stagecoach Festival.
Steve Martin discusses the Grammy Awards, banjo playing and the Stagecoach Festival.
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L.A. Unheard: Electric Guest make themselves a funky home
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 1:02pm EST
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Listen to Electric Guest's "The Head I Hold" here.
Listen to Electric Guest's "The Head I Hold" here.
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M.I.A.'s halftime gesture said to be 'a case of adrenaline'
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 11:19am EST
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"There was a failure in NBC's delay system," said an NFL spokesman. "The obscene gesture in the performance was completely inappropriate, very disappointing, and we apologize to our fans."
"There was a failure in NBC's delay system," said an NFL spokesman. "The obscene gesture in the performance was completely inappropriate, very disappointing, and we apologize to our fans."
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Pop music review: Madonna at the Super Bowl
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The halftime show? A spectacle by the Cleopatra of the game. It also was a well-planned — and shockingly transparent — ad for her new album, 'MDNA.'
The halftime show? A spectacle by the Cleopatra of the game. It also was a well-planned — and shockingly transparent — ad for her new album, 'MDNA.'
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The eclectic sounds of Rodrigo y Gabriela
Posted: February 6th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The Mexican duo have won fans with their distinctive instrumental style, which welds heavy metal's energy with a Latin flavor and flamenco-like guitar percussion.
The Mexican duo have won fans with their distinctive instrumental style, which welds heavy metal's energy with a Latin flavor and flamenco-like guitar percussion.
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Bon Iver on 'SNL': Indie-pop at its most easy-listening
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 7:26pm EST
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The band, spurning advances by the Grammys to perform, was at home on "Saturday Night Live," which has opened 2012 with a string of adventurous musical bookings.
The band, spurning advances by the Grammys to perform, was at home on "Saturday Night Live," which has opened 2012 with a string of adventurous musical bookings.
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Best Coast in relaxed mode while hard at work on second album
Posted: February 5th, 2012, 3:00am EST
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Bethany Cosentino and Bobb Bruno, who took the indie-rock scene by storm in 2010 with 'Crazy for You,' are aiming to step up their sound.
Somewhere deep in the catacombs of Capitol Studios in Hollywood, Bethany Cosentino has found a little place of her own. It's squeezed into a tight corner in the control room of Studio B, where she sits behind an ancient synthesizer to relax or think or read her book, "Tusk," about the Fleetwood Mac album of the same name. The keyboard is her desk. She's never played it.
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Madonna's 'Give Me All Your Luvin'' video premieres everywhere [Video]
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 5:28pm EST
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The music video for Madonna's new single "Give Me All Your Luvin'" premiered Friday, just two days before the singer's much-hyped Super Bowl halftime show.
The music video for Madonna's new single "Give Me All Your Luvin'" premiered Friday, just two days before the singer's much-hyped Super Bowl halftime show.
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Album review: Van Halen's 'A Different Kind of Truth'
Posted: February 4th, 2012, 1:36pm EST
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"A Different Kind of Truth" is actually not bad; in fact, it's pretty good, all things considered.
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In rotation: AIR's 'Le Voyage Dans la Lune'
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 6:59pm EST
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The spacey French duo of Nicolas Godin and Jean-Benoit Dunckel have crafted a score that's equally vintage and fresh.
The spacey French duo of Nicolas Godin and Jean-Benoit Dunckel have crafted a score that's equally vintage and fresh.
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Review: Gotye at the El Rey Theatre
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 6:49pm EST
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When Gotye's at his best, the songs have a way of warping old ideas into something fascinating.
When Gotye's at his best, the songs have a way of warping old ideas into something fascinating.
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Madonna's 'Give Me All Your Luvin'' video premieres everywhere [Video]
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 2:39pm EST
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The music video for Madonna's new single "Give Me All Your Luvin'" premiered Friday, just two days before the singer's much-hyped Super Bowl halftime show.
The music video for Madonna's new single "Give Me All Your Luvin'" premiered Friday, just two days before the singer's much-hyped Super Bowl halftime show.
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Drummer Bill Ward calls his new contract with Black Sabbath "unsignable"
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 12:14pm EST
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The news comes less than a month after the band publicly revealed that it was forced to pull out as headliners of this years Coachella line-up
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Mötley Crüe bets big on Vegas show
Posted: February 3rd, 2012, 3:00am EST
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The hair-metal band sets up for an extended run at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Drummer Tommy Lee thinks the move shows the group's staying power.
The hair-metal band sets up for an extended run at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Drummer Tommy Lee thinks the move shows the group's staying power.
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The Echo's Mitchell Frank takes over downtown's Regent Theatre
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 6:00pm EST
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After more than a year of speculation, the Echo's Mitchell Frank has confirmed the acquisition of a new venue-- the Regent Theatre in downtown Los Angeles' historic core.
After more than a year of speculation, the Echo's Mitchell Frank has confirmed the acquisition of a new venue-- the Regent Theatre in downtown Los Angeles' historic core.
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Philip Glass, 75, has an iTunes hit with his Ninth Symphony
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 5:18pm EST
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Since Beethoven, Ninth Symphonies have been both a cause of joy -- and dread.
Since Beethoven, Ninth Symphonies have been both a cause of joy -- and dread.
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Van Halen lights up Henson Studios with an hour of rock
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 12:46pm EST
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Van Halen sure knows how to throw a party.
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Grammys 2012: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band on the bill
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 12:42pm EST
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Today, the curtain was pulled back on one of the telecast's rock 'n' roll acts: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, who are gearing up for a new tour.
Today, the curtain was pulled back on one of the telecast's rock 'n' roll acts: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, who are gearing up for a new tour.
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Don Cornelius remembered: Kenneth Gamble touts 'Soul Train' pride
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 11:26am EST
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Kenneth Gamble, along with partners Leon Huff and Thom Bell, was responsible for discovering and nurturing numerous R&B and soul performers.
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Don Cornelius remembered: Patrice Rushen looks back on 'Soul Train'
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 10:50am EST
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Rushen was still a student at Locke High School in South Los Angeles in the early 1970s when she first came into contact with Don Cornelius.
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Syl Johnson's modern stroke
Posted: February 2nd, 2012, 3:00am EST
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He had slipped into obscurity until samplings of his work by the likes of Jay-Z and Kanye West made him in demand. His anthology is up for two Grammy Awards.
He had slipped into obscurity until samplings of his work by the likes of Jay-Z and Kanye West made him in demand. His anthology is up for two Grammy Awards.
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Newcomers rush the charts, but again, it's Adele at the top
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 9:16pm EST
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With releases ramping up after the typically slow January, expect the pop charts, maintained by industry trade Billboard Magazine, to start to get a little more interesting again.
With releases ramping up after the typically slow January, expect the pop charts, maintained by industry trade Billboard Magazine, to start to get a little more interesting again.
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Björk performs 'Cosmogony' on 'The Colbert Report'
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 5:41pm EST
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Björk and her giant ball-o-yarn hairdo dropped by "The Colbert Report" on Tuesday night in advance of her month-long New York residency.
Björk and her giant ball-o-yarn hairdo dropped by "The Colbert Report" on Tuesday night in advance of her month-long New York residency.
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Grammys 2012: Katy Perry added to Grammys, McCartney gala
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:50pm EST
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Aside from her upcoming Grammy performance, Perry has been added to a tribute to Beatle Paul McCartney on Feb. 10 at the MusiCares Person of the Year Ceremony.
Aside from her upcoming Grammy performance, Perry has been added to a tribute to Beatle Paul McCartney on Feb. 10 at the MusiCares Person of the Year Ceremony.
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Remembering Don Cornelius: 'Soul Train' creator defined an era
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:29pm EST
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Cornelius, the low-key influencer, helped prime the world for the impending hip-hop revolution.
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Taylor Swift won't be in movie version of 'Les Miserables'
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:27pm EST
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Swift lost the role to British actress Samantha Barks. Others who were reportedly considered for the part included Lea Michele and Scarlett Johansson.
Swift lost the role to British actress Samantha Barks. Others who were reportedly considered for the part included Lea Michele and Scarlett Johansson.
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'Soul Train': 6 performances from Don Cornelius' heyday [Video]
Posted: February 1st, 2012, 2:26pm EST
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During the 22 years that Don Cornelius hosted "Soul Train," the show put the spotlight on some of the most important musical performers, not just of the day, but of all time.
During the 22 years that Don Cornelius hosted "Soul Train," the show put the spotlight on some of the most important musical performers, not just of the day, but of all time.