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    Are You The Next ‘Idol’?

    July 11, 2013 /

    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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    Take 5: Marié Digby

    July 10, 2013 /

    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, but might never ask. Up next, international darling Marié Digby. Earlier this year, Chris sat down to get to know more about Digby and her music. Now, let’s have some fun and Take 5 with Marié Digby.  Take 5 w/ Marié Digby 1. If you were stranded on a deserted island without food or electricity and could only…

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    Danielle Bradbery’s ‘Heart of Dixie’

    July 9, 2013 /

    It’s been less than a month since 16-year old Danielle Bradbery was crowned the Season 4 winner of “The Voice,” but the upcoming country singer is set to release her debut single “Heart Of Dixie” next week. The single tells the story of a woman (not a girl), who leaves her dead end job, dead-beat husband and life behind in pursuit of a better life. Awfully grown up lyrical content for a 16-year old, who many predicted would be the female answer to Hunter Hayes. The fresh-faced teen’s first performance on a stage was her blind audition on the hit NBC series, so songwriting was no hold up in getting…

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    #FreeMusicFriday: Cadets

    July 5, 2013 /

    It’s that time again, #FreeMusicFriday! Last week, I introduced The Goodnight Darlings and their infectious new track “Propaganda” and this week I’ve got another new one fresh out of the gate. CADETS is a new project that pairs Ocean Is Theory‘s vocalist, Josh Williams, with emerging producer, Adam Smith. Since pairing up last year, the two have been working on their debut release and have already been tapped for remixes and collaborations with EDM / Kindergarten Records artist, Popeska, and their songs have landed in Jack Wills retail outlets throughout the UK. If you’re a fan of Depeche Mode, M83, Miike Snow or The National, you’re going to want to getcha…

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    Justin Timberlake Celebrates Freedom With Explicit New Video

    July 3, 2013 /

    Fresh off the heels of Robin Thicke‘s “Blurred Lines” video controversy, – you know the one with all the naked girls that YouTube removed? – Justin Timberlake debuts the brand new video for “Tunnel Vision,” a track from his 2013 hit record The 20/20 Experience. Like Thicke’s video, “Tunnel Vision” features plenty of female skin … and, frankly, very little else. Watch the NSFW version of “Tunnel Vision” below and pick up The 20/20 Experience on iTunes now.

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    Video Premiere: Taylor Swift "Red"

    July 3, 2013 /

    Taylor Swift debuted her new video for the title track of her wildly successful Red album today, which features clips from her equally as successful tour. In the video for “Red”, Swift shows off her huge production and multiple costume changes from the set of her biggest hits, which serves as a great promotion for the remaining dates … if there’s any tickets left. Watch “Red” below and check out the entire album, featuring hits “I Knew You Were Trouble,” “Never Ever Get Back Together,” and “22.”

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    Listen To Kanye West’s New Album ‘Yeezus’

    June 30, 2013 /

    Until today the highly anticipated new Kanye West record was pretty much a mystery. No traditional promotion, no lead single and no videos were set to hype the release of the rapper’s sixth studio album, Yeezus. The ego-maniacal rapper stayed fairly low key, as critics began drawing their own conclusions about what the new effort would deliver. But just like a miracle from the Baby “Yeezus” himself, the entire record finds its way online just days before the record’s release. That’s not it, though. Today, West is the most talked about man on the ‘net, as his daughter with celebrity socialite Kim Kardashian was born five weeks early… on the eve…

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    #FreeMusicFriday: The Goodnight Darlings

    June 28, 2013 /

    I am so stoked about this, you guys!  As you know, there’s been some exciting new developments in the works for me and my little site that could… and more on the way. Today, though, I am excited to introduce and launch the very first #FreeMusicFriday! Every week, I’ll bring you a new track (or tracks) from new artists that will help kickstart your weekend and keep you grooving into the following work week.  I couldn’t be more thrilled to kick things off with The Goodnight Darlings, the new energetic duo who are about to take flight with their new EP Doll Drums. The duo, Kat Auster (vocals) and Wilson Jaramillo (guitar,…

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    Video Premiere: Miley Cyrus "We Can’t Stop"

    June 19, 2013 /

    Miley Cyrus debuted her new video for the single “We Can’t Stop,” in which Cyrus sheds any glimmer of her early alter-ego Hannah Montana. In the video – which plays out much like the film Spring Breakers – Miley and her posse slither around a party doing abnormal, almost circus-like things, including a scene where the singer makes out with a doll in the pool. Wait, you’re still reading?!? After hearing about the doll scene? Yeah, not much else to say after that, so just watch Cyrus and friends “twerk” around in the video premiere of “We Can’t Stop” now and pick up the single on iTunes.

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    First Listen: Kelly Clarkson "Tie It Up"

    June 19, 2013 /

    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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    Take 5: On The Rise Artist Tiffany Houghton

    June 19, 2013 /

    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, but might never ask. Up next, V for Vetrano takes 5 with the on-the-rise country-pop darling Tiffany Houghton. Take 5: Tiffany Houghton1. Outside of music, what are three things you can’t live without? a. I absolutely love to read and I LOVE to write. Outside of music I would definitely say I couldn’t live without a good book…

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