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Justin Timberlake to Perform at 2013 VMAs, Receive Special Award: 'Take Back The Night' Singer is Latest Addition to Line-Up, Featuring Lady Gaga, Kanye West, and More

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 02:21 PM EDT

In an announcement that isn't nearly as surprising at it should be, pop superstar Justin Timberlake will perform at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards. On their various media platforms, including their Instagram, MTV announced that Timberlake will not only perform for the VMAs but will also receive the Michael Jackson Vanguard Award. Read More »

WATCH The Wanted Perform New Single 2013 'We Own The Night' and 'Glad You Came' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Before Release of New Album 'Word of Mouth' Sept. 23 [VIDEO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 01:36 PM EDT

Last night, English boy band The Wanted owned the night at "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" As a part of the late night talk show's concert series, the group played their new single "We Own The Night" and their 2011 hit "Glad You Came." Read More »

Jonas Brothers New Album 2013 'V' [UPDATE]: Fall Tour, Release Date in the Works? Joe Jonas Hints at October Shows in Ryan Seacrest Interview to Promote Fifth Studio Album [AUDIO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 12:31 PM EDT

The Jonas Brothers Live Tour 2013 is nearing its end. After beginning in Chicago July 10, the 27-date tour will end tomorrow (Aug. 16) in Los Angeles. However, fans who did not get a change to hear the Jonas Brothers play old favorites and new "V" songs such as "First Time," "Neon" and "What Do I Mean To You?" may just have the chance this fall. Read More »

Florence And The Machine New Album 2014? Florence Welch Reportedly in Studio with Electronica Producer MNEK: Will 'Ceremonials' Follow-Up Have EDM Influence? [VIDEO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 12:04 PM EDT

Is new music from Florence Welch on the way? Today (Aug. 15), NME reported that producer MNEK is in the studio with the "Dog Days Are Over" songstress, and it seems as though that is, in fact the case. Initially, MNEK tweeted simply "In studio with @flo_tweetz for the next 3 dayzzz" to little buzz. Eventually, though, other outlets, including Gigwise, picked up the story. Read More »

WATCH Backstreet Boys Perform 'In A World Like This,' 'I Want It That Way' on 'America's Got Talent' [VIDEO]: Nick Carter Takes Light Jabs at One Direction, The Wanted on Twitter

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 10:52 AM EDT

Last night's "America's Got Talent" results show featured a performance from boy band veterans the Backstreet Boys. Following a Twitter campaign by fans, the masters of the comeback performed abridged versions of their new single "In A World Like This" and their smash 1999 hit "I Want It That Way." Read More »

Justin Timberlake 'The 20/20 Experience Part 2' Tracklist: 'Take Back the Night' Singer's Instagram Reveals New Album 2013 Song Titles [VIDEOS]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 10:17 AM EDT

The second half of Timberlake's best-selling "The 20/20 Experience," fittingly called "The 20/20 Experience: 2 of 2" will be released on Sept. 27, and yesterday, Timberlake took to his Instagram to announce the tracklist for the highly anticipated album. Read More »

The Wild Feathers 'The Wild Feathers' Album Review: Can Nashville Band Break Past the Americana 'Ceiling' of Contemporaries Dawes, Houndmouth? [VIDEO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 15, 2013 09:54 AM EDT

There's a new denim-clad, Southern-fried band in town. The Wild Feathers, a five-piece rock outlet from Nashville dropped their debut album this week, fittingly titled "The Wild Feathers." Read More »

WATCH Lady Gaga 'Applause' Lyric VIDEO: After Three Hour Delay, Clip with Drag Queen Fashion Show in Background Footage is Released for First 'Artpop' Single Clip

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 14, 2013 08:33 PM EDT

Although Lady Gaga's first "Artpop" single "Applause" was rush released six days early, that doesn't mean the entire project will get leaked or even be released on time. Today (Aug. 14), the lyric video for the song was due out at 12 p.m. PST/ 3 p.m EST. However, noon on the West Coast came and went, and there was no new footage from Haus of Gaga. Read More »

Katy Perry 'Roar' Debuts at No. 85 on Billboard Hot 100, Top 10 Remains Same as Robin Thicke 'Blurred Lines' Holds at No. 1 for Tenth Straight Week [VIDEOS]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 14, 2013 04:00 PM EDT

Though chart points have shifted slightly in the last seven days, the top 10 spots of the Hot 100 remain the same for Aug. 15 as they were last week, according to Billboard. This means, of course, that Robin Thicke's "Blurred Lines" holds at No. 1 for the 10th week in a row, making it the absolute undisputed hit of the summer. Read More »

'Pitch Perfect' Holiday Album Due By End of 2013: 'Christmas Classics' to Get A Cappella Treatment from Movie's Cast Following Surprise Success of Anna Kendrick's 'Cups' [VIDEO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 14, 2013 02:17 PM EDT

"Pitch Perfect" fans have something to look forward to other than the planned, 2015 sequel to the hit musical comedy. According to actress Hana Mae Lee, a "Pitch Perfect" holiday album is on its way, with all new recordings from the all-star cast. Read More »

WATCH Kelly Clarkson New Single 2013 'Tie It Up' Music Video: Engaged 'American Idol' Winner Performs at Barn Wedding Reception, Highlights Fans' Wedding Footage [VIDEO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 14, 2013 12:59 PM EDT

Last month, "American Idol" alumna and engaged singer Kelly Clarkson announced that she had scrapped plans for a lyric video for her new country single "Tie It Up" after her fans' wedding photos blew her away. Instead, Clarkson and her team rushed production on the official music video for the song. Finally, today (Aug. 14), the barn-stomping wedding themed clip has made its debut. Read More »

The Civil Wars' Self-Titled Album Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200 Despite 'Indefinite Hiatus': 'Now 47,' Robin Thicke 'Blurred Lines' Also Top Chart [VIDEOS]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 14, 2013 12:25 PM EDT

Though they may be on an "indefinite hiatus," that does not mean The Civil Wars are indefinitely unsuccessful. The "One That Got Away" band's second studio album, the self-titled "The Civil Wars" has debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Read More »

Katy Perry on 'Roar' Leak, Lady Gaga's 'Applause': 'Prism' Singer 'Understands' Anxious Fans, Excited About New Gaga Single, Can't Wait to Hear 'Artpop' [VIDEO]

By carolyn-menyes | Aug 14, 2013 11:42 AM EDT

Over the weekend, Katy Perry's highly anticipated new single "Roar" leaked onto the Internet a few days before its scheduled Aug. 12 release date. Now, the pop superstar has spoken out about her feelings regarding the leak, and apparently it's not that big of a deal! Read More »

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