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Tom Odell’s Got "Another Love"
Preparing for the release of his full length debut Long Way Down, the British singer known as Tom Odell delivers his new “short film” video for the single “Another Love.” The track first appeared on the singer’s 2012 released EP Songs from Another Love. When I first heard Odell’s fresh sound and vocal delivery on his lead single “Hold Me,” I was instantly hooked. The past few weeks I’ve found myself growing increasingly more intrigued by the buzzing Brit and the unique promotional efforts he [and his team] have used to build hype surrounding the upcoming release. With the appeal of a grungy Tiger Beat teen and the talent and style of…
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What The GIF? Vol. 5
Memorial Day is upon us, which means the pools are ready for splashing (and peeing), white pants are back in season (is that still a thing?) and people are gearing up for a 3-day weekend (does anyone know why we actually celebrate this holiday?)! To kick start yours, V for Vetrano is bringing you another installment of What The GIF?, a countdown of the Top 10 things that run through my head on repeat all day long and keeping me up at night. The past few weeks have delivered some hilarious moments, which made narrowing it down to the top ten quite a challenge. But sorting through thousands of well-crafted…
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Take 5: The CO’s Troy Akers
We all love to know what inspires our favorite stars and we want to know what – or who – is behind our favorite lyrics. But why so serious all the time? Take 5 is Tragic Kingdom’s regular feature that sheds some light on the questions that you really want to know. Up next, V for Vetrano takes 5 with The CO‘s keys and vocalist Troy Akers. Oh, and if you missed my full interview with the band, check it out here. Take 5 w/ The CO’s Troy Akers1. Your hair often becomes the topic of many conversations. What’s the worst hairstyle you’ve had and can you share a photo? Luckily my worst hairstyle was before the…
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First Listen: Lana Del Rey "Queen Of Disaster"
The pouty-mouthed songstress whose latest single “Young & Beautiful” is the standout track from The Great Gatsby soundtrack is at it again. After the rebooted deluxe release of Lana Del Rey‘s debut album Born To Die emerged last fall, rumors swirled that the self-proclaimed gangsta Nancy Sinatra was going to hang up her mic and focus on new projects – albeit her modeling career was one of them, after being named the face of both H&M and Jaguar (yes, really). Luckily for me, those rumors were the farthest thing from true as new tracks have emerged online. The first, “Queen of Disaster,” is said to be a track in consideration for her…
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Country Music’s New Mafia
Move over Big & Rich. Party’s over Gretchen Wilson. There’s a new group of red-red-red-red-rednecks taking over the genre. Although it seems overnight, the rising fame of Blake Shelton and his wife Miranda Lambert has been a steady climb. However, in the recent months the pair have lent their powerhouse celebrity to some of their country-fried friends creating a new kind of country clique. In Shelton’s latest video for “Boys ‘Round Here,” the singer parties with a few of the folks that have joined their posse including country-cutie RaeLynn and ladies from Miranda’s side project the Pistol Annies. Also joining the crew (not featured), pop diva Kelly Clarkson who’s marrying Blake’s manager and Reba…
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Video Premiere: Tim McGraw "Highway Don’t Care"
They say what comes around, goes around. And by “they,” I’m sure you know I mean Justin Timberlake. The debut of Tim McGraw‘s new video for “Highway Don’t Care” seems to prove that popular lyric’s sentiment. You probably remember it wasn’t long ago that the young blonde country phenomenon known as Taylor Swift burst upon the music scene with her first single “Tim McGraw.” Now, with the addition of Keith Urban, the singer teamed up with the man she paid homage to years ago. The single off McGraw’s Two Lanes of Freedom record has been racing up the country charts and now, with the addition of a dramatic new video the single will…
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Artist to Watch: Elise Davis
Where most artists wear their heart on their sleeve, Elise Davis wears hers in her emotionally-packed voice. The Little Rock native is making waves in Nashville’s music scene after winning American Songwriter‘s “The Pub Contest” — a hefty publishing deal with HoriPro Entertainment — which was judged by artists like Holly Williams and Hunter Hayes earlier this month. The year-long deal will be the first venture into co-writing for the solo-singer, who has written all of her previous efforts, and was honored to have been selected for the opportunity. Often drawing comparisons to the likes of Emmylou Harris and Lucinda Williams, Davis’ music has captured the attention of more than just…
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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: Hunter Hayes "I Want Crazy"
Country’s breakout star Hunter Hayes is preparing for the release of Encore, a double deluxe version of his debut record. The lead single from the upcoming release is the self-penned track “I Want Crazy,” which has been flying up the country charts since it’s debut. The freshly premiered video for the track features Hayes first hand at “acting,” as the videos storyline allows the singer the chance to show off some of his other talents. Does he have the acting chops? Judge for yourself. Watch “I Want Crazy” below and pick up the single on iTunes now. You can catch Hayes on tour through the Spring on Carrie Underwood‘s ‘Blown Away…
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Victorious Cover of "Some Nights"
Victoria Justice, known from her starring role on Victorious and opposite Jamie-Lynn Spears on Zoey 101, is preparing to hit the road on the ‘Summer Break Tour’ with mega-successful boyband Big Time Rush. The singer/actress warmed up her pipes for the trek that kicks off June 21st in California by covering Fun.‘s massive single “Some Nights” with her band. And covering it well, might I add. Check out the video of the up-and-coming musical talent below and be sure to catch her live with Big Time Rush on the ‘Summer Break Tour’, coming to a city near you (dates below). Summer Break Tour Dates: June 21, 2013 Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal City Walk, Universal…
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First Listen: Lana Del Rey "Young & Beautiful"
The Great Gatsby soundtrack, which is available for pre-order now, has musical genius written all over it with original tunes from artists like will.i.am, Florence & the Machine, a new solo track from Fergie and a Beyoncé cover of Amy Winehouse‘s “Back to Black”. The lead single from the highly anticipated film’s soundtrack is a deliciously haunting track delivered by the Lana Del Rey., who may just have been born for this performance. The songstress, who refers to her style as “Hollywood Sadcore,” may be the most obvious yet brilliant choice for the Baz Luhrmann film. Listen to “Young & Beautiful” now below and pre-order the soundtrack now on iTunes to get the…