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The Worst Albums of 2011.

2011-12-21T19:35:00.000-08:00

The year has come to an end, and it is time to reveal my choices for

the BEST and WORST in music of the year.

I'm a believer in giving out the bad news first,

so here's the FIVE worst albums of 2011!

5. Dev's The Night The Sun Came Up

Even though it has yet to be released in the States yet (release date: January 10th,)

mother-to-be DEV's debut album is mediocre at best; there are a few standout tracks

("Kiss My Lips," "Dancing Shoes," and her only top 20 hit "In The Dark",)

but the remaining tracks drag the album down way into the dumps.

4. Lil' Wayne's Tha Carter VI

With almost one million copies sold in the first week of release, you'd think Lil' Wayne's seventh album would have been as good as 2008's Tha Carter III.

Think again.

3. T-Pain's RevolveЯ

After pushing the album back and changing the name numorous

times in two years, T-Pain seemed to have the right game plan...

until releasing the lead single, the gutwrenching, Lily Allen-sampling "5 'o Clock."

The entire album gives me the same feeling.

2. Nickelback's Here And Now

Come on, now. It's Nickleback.

1. Florence + the Machine's Ceremonials

Don't judge me before reading this: I'm a huge Florence Welch fan.

Lungs is on my list of favorite albums of the past ten years.

But Ceremonials... that's a completely different story.

Nicola Roberts' album cover/tracklist!

2011-07-06T10:49:00.000-07:00

Above is the official album cover for the debut album of

Girls Aloud member gone solo, Nicola Roberts.

Now that you have been blinded by the flawlessness of the cover,

so squintyou eyes and see if you can peep the tracklisting below:

1. "Beat Of My Drum"

2. "Dance In The Rain"

3. "Pretty Persuasion"

4. "Sticks & Stones"

5. "Porcelain Heart"

6. "Take A Bite"

7. "Dating"

8. "I"

9. "Yo Yo"

10. "Cinderella's Eyes"

11. "Lucky Day"

12. "Been There, Done That"

13. "I Want You (So Bad)"

14. "Wanna Dance"

15. "Disco, Blisters & A Comedown" (bonus track)

Get ready to buy the LP when it drops in the UK and Ireland on October 3rd.

2011-07-04T12:59:00.000-07:00

2011-06-22T01:25:00.001-07:00

Nadia Oh continues reign with "No Bueno."

2011-06-10T03:04:00.000-07:00

Worldwide queen of electro-pop, Nadia Oh, just released her iconic

sophomore album, Colours, last month, and is already releasing new music.

THAT's dedication.

The newly-revealed track, titled "No Bueno," is a bonafide hit that

dabbles heavily with the music genre of "moombahton,"

a reggae and electronic mix of whistles, horns, and synths.

Nadia is no stranger to the new movement, either;

her first Colours single, "Taking Over The Dancefloor,"

is similar to the new song.

Anyway, it's perfect, like usual when it comes to the pop star.

Listen, love, and download the song, and pick up Colours on iTunes now!

2011-06-09T12:56:00.000-07:00

Forget about 4 leaking three weeks in advance, and fuck Kathy Beth Terry.

The Holy Spearit is singing a song by Her Madgesty!

A 10-second snippet of Brit Brit covering Madonna's 1983 classic

"Burning Up" has just leaked across the worldwide web.

I NEED THE FULL VERSION NOW.

2011-06-02T18:13:00.000-07:00

Fall back, bitches.

It's Nicola Roberts' debut single, "Beat Of My Drum."

I'm in shock.

Perfect, right?

This is how you do it, Beyonce'!

Plus, here's not one, but TWO music video previews!

It's Beyonce's "Best Thing I Never Had!"

2011-06-02T17:55:00.002-07:00

EH.

2011-06-02T17:55:00.001-07:00

Kylie reveals newest single!

2011-06-02T17:33:00.000-07:00

With the APHRODITE: LES FOLIES tour in full swing,

Queen of Pop Kylie Minogue has recently decided to put out a new

single: fan favorite "Put Your Hands Up (If You Feel Love)."

Along with the release, Kylie will be dishing out a remix EP for the track,

out on May 31st, and June 5th in the UK.

It will feature mixes from Nervo and Bimbo Jones, as well as

a live version of the tune, and a B-side (OMFG!), "Silence."

Hear it now below, and go make this one the most successful

single of the Aphrodite era: it deserves it!

Here's Selena's album tracklist!

2011-06-02T17:23:00.000-07:00

1. Love You Like A Love Song
2. Bang Bang Bang
3. Who Says
4. We Own The Night
5. Hit The Lights
6. Whiplash
7. When The Sun Goes Down
8. My Dilemma
9. That’s More Like It
10. Outlaw
11. Middle Of Nowhere
12. Dices (Who Says – Spanish Version)

Catch "Bang Bang Bang" when its released onto iTunes on June 7th,

the second single "Love You Like A Love Song" on June 21st,

and the album on June 28th (in the US,) which features

the Britney Spears-written song "Whiplash."

Simon Curtis releases new single.

2011-06-02T17:09:00.000-07:00

After his last single, "Superhero,"

didn't get the great response he was looking for,

independent artist Simon Curtis released the second single

from his upcoming sophomore album, R∆.

The track's titled, "Flesh," and it is a 180 degree turn

from the last single. The bass-heavy, electronic beat alone makes the song

an instant favorite of mine, while the airy, Godney-esque vocals

are supreme to any guy in the music scene right now.

It's hands down the best song a guy has released in a WHILE.

Don't believe me? Listen and love now.

Teairra Mari releases fourth mixtape.

2011-05-30T15:57:00.000-07:00

you like?

2011-05-29T02:06:00.000-07:00

One of the original divas is back and putting all of your faves in the psych ward.

LMFAO releases next single!

2011-05-29T01:52:00.000-07:00

With the success of their first top 10 hit, "Party Rock Anthem,"

and their sophomore album, Sorry For Party Rocking, dropping June 21st,

electro hop duo LMFAO have recently unveiled their next single:

the track's titled, "Champagne Showers," and it features one of my favorites,

Natalia Kills.

It is simply the perfect party song, with the guys holding their own,

and Natalia sounding like a heavily AutoTuned Fergie on the chorus,

while the beat is nothing less than thunderous.

I'm excited to see to how fast (or slow) this song rises up the charts,

as well as the upcoming album from the duo!

Check the song out now, and if you loved it too, get it NOW on iTunes.

Jason DeRulo reveals latest music video.

2011-05-29T01:34:00.000-07:00

The man behind "Whatcha Say," Jason DeRülo, is back.

The R&B star has recently premiered the music video for his newest single,

"Don't Wanna Go Home." I didn't post about the song

when it first was released last week because I simply despised it,

but after I listened to the track a few more times and watched the video (below),

I'm come to terms that it's good enough to be a hit on the charts,

and started to enjoy the simpleness of the song.

Anyway, the video accompanies the song pretty well, and features

the singer doing various dance routines with a few guys and girls,

including one with ex-Pussycat Dolls member Melody Thornton.

Don't take my word for it. Watch the clip below,

and pick up DeRülo's sophomore LP, Future History, when it drops July 5th.

2011-05-28T01:33:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all of my viewers for keeping this site alive.

Without my thousands of views in the last twelve months,

I wouldn't be typing this right now.

You ready for another year?

Here's the "4" tracklist!

2011-05-26T00:30:00.000-07:00

1. 1+1
2. I Care
3. I Miss You
4. Best Thing I Never Had
5. Party feat. Andre 3000
6. Rather Die Young
7. Start Over
8. Love on Top
9. Countdown
10. End of Time
11. I Was Here
12. Run The World (Girls)

(UPDATE!) DELUXE TRACKS

13. Lay Up Under Me

14. Schoolin' Life

15. Dance For You

16. Run The World (Kaskade Club Remix)

17. Run The World (RedTop Club Remix)

18. Run The World (Jochen Simms Remix)

2011-05-25T23:48:00.000-07:00

Colette Carr releases "Primo" music video.

2011-05-24T15:34:00.001-07:00

One of my favorite artists, Colette Carr, has unveiled the music video

for her instant classic, "(We Do It) Primo."

The music video, which features a cameo from Frankmusik,

the song's producer and Cherrytree Records labelmate,

shows Colette enjoying her life walking down the street

and playing with green screens. It's great.

It's definitely a perfect music video: it's not too distracting,

but it's not boring in any way. Plus, the song is ridiculously excellent.

So watch it below now, and if you haven't

bought "Primo" on iTunes, do that right after.

P.S. Carr's debut album, Skitzo, is due this fall.

LMFAO's sophomore album drops on...

2011-05-24T15:07:00.000-07:00

June 21st, 2011.

ALBUM REVIEW: Born This Way.

2011-05-23T11:58:00.000-07:00

After breaking records with her #1 gay anthem "Born This Way,"

getting attention with her instant house classic "Judas,"

and copying Katy Perry and Dev with saxophone solos in "Edge Of Glory,"
Mother Monster herself, Lady Gaga, has finally released the

self-proclaimed "album of the decade," Born This Way,

with production credits mainly by RedOne and Fernando Garibay

(the guy who produced Paris Hilton's "Stars Are Blind").

"Marry The Night"- A

It's the perfect opening number. The beat stops my heart,

and the layout of the song is flawless. Plus, it's catchy!

I would love to see this song as a future single.

"Born This Way"- D+

skip.

"Government Hooker"- B+

the lyrical content is WILD,

but the eerie feel of the track makes me love it.

"Judas"- A+

even after its release as a single and hearing lots of people sing-a-long to it,

i still adore every second of the song. Yes, even the breakdown.

"Americano"- B-

Even though I have no fucking clue what she's saying, it works.

Not as well as I would like it to, but hey, you can't get everything you want, right?

"Hair"- C+

At first listen, i LOVED it. But after a few listens and comparing the song to the others

on Born This Way, it is lacking that punch found in most of the LP.

"Scheiße"- D-

The chorus saves it from failing.

What she should've said was:

"I don't speak German, but I can ride a bike!"

"Bloody Mary"- A+

I can tell that this song will be either a hit or miss for most folks.

For me, it was an extreme hit.

This alone deserves a Grammy, or at least a VMA.

"Black Jesus † Amen Fashion"- A+

I've crowned this my favorite record from the album,

simply because of the first minute. If anything in the world

is absolutely perfect, it would be that.

I believe that Jesus is the new black.

"Bad Kids"- B-

There's something about it that I can't quite grasp,

but until I figure that out, I'll say that it's average.

"Fashion Of His Love"- A

it's the friendliest track on the LP, and i adore Gaga

for putting it on the tracklist. It's such a contrast from most of the others.

It screams Alexander McQueen, too.

"Highway Unicorn (Road To Love)"- C+

It's okaaaaay.

"Heavy Metal Lover"- A-

The lyrics are dirty, the beat is raw.

What more can you ask for? A music video.

"Electric Chapel"- C

I don't hate it, but it's not hard-hitting enough.

"The Queen"- B+

The beginning of the chorus is just like "Edge Of Glory,"

and even though people will get mad at that, I don't mind at all.

The end sends me to another place, too.

"Yoü And I"- C+

I prefer the live version. Sorry.

"Edge Of Glory"- A-

SAX.

OVERALL GRADE: A-

If you are one of the 47 people that haven't bought or listened to the album

already, you might want to check this album out. It has a few

misses, but which album doesn't nowadays?

Here's Beyonce's "Til The End Of Time."

2011-05-21T13:33:00.000-07:00

I only grade albums now, but this song deserves an A+.

Keri Hilson premieres the "Lose Control" MV.

2011-05-21T13:22:00.000-07:00

Keri Hilson's fifth single from her sophomore album, No Boys Allowed,

the Nelly-assisted "Lose Control" finally has a music video to par with

the track. The Colin Tilley-directed clip goes hand in hand with

the song, which is easily one of the best from the album.

The visuals are stunning, the outfits are flawless, the theme is magical.

Now all Keri needs is a spot on the Hot 100.

Check out the video below.

Peep Selena Gomez's new album cover!

2011-05-21T12:57:00.001-07:00

Disney breakout star Selena Gomez and her fake band The Scene

are pushing ahead with their third album, When The Sun Goes Down,

while the lead single "Who Says" is somewhat successful.

The next single from the album, "I Love You Like A Love Song,"

will be released to radio and iTunes on Tuesday, with the music video

dropping on May 31st (along with Nicki Minaj/Rihanna's "Fly"!)

The upcoming LP will fly onto shelves on JUNE 28TH.