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Episode 1: Cassadee Pope
Today is a big day for the Tragic Kingdom brand. Not only am I launching the new site design (how does it look? does it make my ass look fat?), but today officially marks the launch of my new YouTube channel. As a music lover since I was just a little baby fetus, I sometimes cannot believe that I’m living my dreams in Music City. Many of you now know – from my parade of Instagram photos and/or Twitter feed – that I do a lot of different things in Nashville and have a lot of really cool friends. I often get requests to ask my friends and colleagues questions…
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Josiah Leming Stages Big Announcement
Indie artist Josiah Leming – who many remember from his short but effective stint on American Idol – is preparing a big announcement for his fans. The singer teased the news on his Twitter profile last week and announced that he’d be making the announcement and performing for fans on the online platform StageIt. Off the heels of his 70-date North American Listen Close tour, his fans have been chattering all over the interwebs with predictions of the singer’s announcement. You can catch Josiah perform and reveal his news via StageIt on Thursday evening, when Leming will take the “stage” at StageIt‘s headquarters in Los Angeles. Tickets to the online event are only $2.50…
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Are You The Next ‘Idol’?
American Idol is gearing up for the 13th Season and on the hunt for their next ‘idol’. Think you’ve got what it takes to audition? This could be your year! With a new panel of judges and a slew of ways to get involved, the opportunities to shine this year are endless. Auditions kick off today in Salt Lake City and are coming at you fast, so pick a song and get yourself ready. Here are the full details… what are you waiting for?? Audition Dates / Cities San Francisco, CA – AT&T Park || July 16 (registration July 15) Detroit, MI – Ford Field || July 21 (registration July 20) Atlanta, GA…
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American Idol, Blake Shelton, Blog, CMA Fest, Entertainment, First Listen, Jason Aldean, Kelly Clarkson, Nashville, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill
First Listen: Kelly Clarkson "Tie It Up"
America’s first Idol, Kelly Clarkson, who has had multiplatinum success with pop anthems and power ballads, is tapping into her southern roots with her latest single “Tie It Up.” The singer first hinted at a promising country career when she teamed up with her childhood idol – and future mother-in-law – Reba on the country legend’s Duets record. Since then, the Texas-native has teamed with Jason Aldean for their massive hit “Don’t You Wanna Stay” and with Vince Gill on the single “Don’t Rush,” which appeared on her Greatest Hits album last year. Earlier this month, Clarkson took a break from recording her upcoming Christmas record to take the stage at…
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American Idol, Backstreet Boys, Beyonce, Blog, Cassadee Pope, Civil Wars, Entertainment, GIF, justin timberlake, Lindsay Lohan, mariah carey, Rihanna, The Voice
What The GIF? Vol. 4
The sun is shining and the allergies are in full swing, which can only mean one thing: it’s May! I realize my updates have been few and far between lately, but I promise it’s not because I don’t love you all (that only applies to some of you). The sun is shining, flowers are a bloom and there’s a new project being cooked up at V for Vetrano HQ (details coming soon). But I couldn’t let you go any longer without serving up another helping of What The GIF? With the nice weather, and my new project in full swing, I’m ready to get back into the routine of things…
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Video Premiere: All Time Low "Somewhere In Neverland"
American punk rockers All Time Low dropped their new video for the single “Somewhere in Neverland” today on MTV. Although the channel no longer plays music videos on the reg, this clip is reminiscent of the TRL days (for those too young to know what that is, it’s a good thing). The single is from their album Don’t Panic, which is available now. The band, currently back from a worldwide tour, are taking a short break before they head back on the road with Pierce the Veil for a run of U.S. dates. Watch “Somewhere in Neverland” below now and download Don’t Panic on iTunes now!
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American Idol, Blake Shelton, Blog, Carly Rose Sonenclar, Carrie Underwood, Cassadee Pope, Chris Vetrano, Entertainment, Kelly Clarkson, Miranda Lambert, Nashville, Scott Borchetta, Simon Cowell, Tate Stevens, The Voice, X Factor
Listen! It’s Vetrano!: Reality Hits Nashville
As a blogger in the digital age, I have the pleasure of sharing my thoughts and musical recommendations with thousands of people that I know personally (and intimately *wink, wink*) and others of whom I probably will never get the chance to meet. For those of you in the second category, I’m sorry I’ve neglected to introduce you to my highly inappropriate and snarky side. The side I’m most proud of, really. Since the New Year, I’ve had the pleasure of talking to many of my readers in Nashville about what they want to see on this space. That’s when “reality” hit me. So without further ado I introduce the…
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American Idol, Avril Lavigne, Blake Shelton, Blog, Bruno Mars, Carrie Underwood, Cassadee Pope, Cee Lo Green, christina aguilera, Entertainment, Kelly Clarkson, Liz Davis, Rihanna, Terry McDermott, The Voice
The Voice: Season 3 Finale
Last night the final 3 contestants on NBC’s hit reality competition ‘The Voice‘ had one last chance to win over America’s vote. Ultimately it was a one-horse race as season frontrunner Cassadee Pope separated herself from the other two with her epic performances of Faith Hill‘s “Cry” and a rerun of her season breakout “Over You” – a track that coach Blake Shelton penned with his wife Miranda Lambert. Shortly after the former Hey Monday frontlady performed the Lambert hit on the show, radio stations across the nation picked up her version as a single. The first time a contestant from the series has had this kind of mass appeal before…
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First Listen: Aerosmith & Carrie Underwood "Can’t Stop Loving You"
It seems when Carrie Underwood asked Steven Tyler to join her onstage at the Academy of Country Music Awards in 2011, the two took a liking to each other. Since then, the duo have appeared together a number of times including a CMT Crossroads special during this year’s Super Bowl festivities. And now that Tyler is back with his band, and Aerosmith is preparing the release of their new record Music From Another Dimension, the two are at it again. Listen to “Can’t Stop Loving You”, a track from the record, – out November 6th – which features the country powerhouse, below.
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American Idol, Beyonce, Blog, Coldplay, Entertainment, Glee, Jessica Sanchez, Kelly Clarkson, Lana Del Rey, Neon Trees, Rihanna, Taylor Momsen, The Pretty Reckless
Wednesday Wrap Up: 10/17/12
I get it, time is of the essence, and sometimes there’s just not enough of it to keep up with the latest happenings in music. In an effort to save you time, I’ve compiled the highlights from this week. Consider it your hump day treat!Here’s some of the week’s biggest headlines and stories:– Neon Trees rereleased their sophomore album Picture Show with new bonus tracks and a cover of the 80’s classic “Don’t You Want Me” and released the video for their new single “Lessons In Love” – H&M released their new campaign featuring Hollywood Sadcore singer Lana Del Rey, while the singer released the 10-minute short film to accompany her new single…
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American Idol, Blog, Britney Spears, Carrie Underwood, Cee Lo Green, christina aguilera, Coldplay, Entertainment, Jessie J, Ke$ha, Kelly Clarkson, Kris Allen, lady gaga, mariah carey, Nicki Minaj, Pink, Shakira, The Voice, usher, X Factor
Wednesday Wrap Up: 9/19/12
I get it, time is of the essence, and sometimes there’s just not enough of it to keep up with the latest happenings in music. In an effort to save you time, I’ve compiled the highlights from this week. Consider it your hump day treat! Here’s some of the week’s biggest headlines and stories: – Carrie Underwood kicked off The Blown Away tour in New Hampshire – The X Factor Season 2 premiere with Britney Spears, watch highlights from the pop stars first night on the show and find out who was named the new hosts – American Idol announced it’s new judging panel, which included Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj who…