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New Music: OneRepublic - "Love Runs Out" [Full Audio + Review]

It's a Sunday afternoon, come on. I was not ready for this kind of slayage! American rock band OneRepublic is releasing at midnight (that would be Monday, April 14th...) a brand new single called "Love Runs Out". The song is not included on their latest album "Native", so there is a possibility…

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DirectLyrics Interviews Rixton: Talk Beginnings, Debut EP & Justin Bieber!

British pop-rock band Rixton are the new hot thing in the biz. And considering Scooter Braun is their manager (Justin Bieber, hello?) - who has signed them to their School Boy label, and opened them the doors of Interscope Records too - exciting things are definitely in the path of the four…

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Q&A with Jamie Lynn Spears! Talks First Album, Labels & Britney Advice!

Fresh from her social correspondent duty at the 2014 ACM Awards in Las Vegas over the weekend, we caught up with Jamie Lynn Spears for a quick Q&A session! She may have a famous big sister but Jamie-Lynn knows that that won't open the doors to immediate success. The former Nickelodeon star made an…

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DirectLyrics Interviews Bonnie Mckee: Talks Next Single, Kesha's Latest & Chris Brown!

She's written hits for Katy, Britney or Kesha, and she's now trying to build up a name as a singer in the spotlight. She did have one attempt at it back in 2004 with a debut album called "Trouble", but things didn't work out that well for a number of reasons. Label support, personal stuff, and it…

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New Music: Lana del Rey - 'West Coast' (Full)

Lana del Rey gave BBC Radio 1 the authorization to be the first radio in the world to play her brand new single "West Coast" on Monday, April 14th. The beautiful ballad is the official lead single from the NYC singer's forthcoming second studio album called "Ultraviolence" (Interscope). The album…

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[Video] Justin Bieber Joins Chance the Rapper On Stage at 2014 Coachella

Justin Bieber did not want to be absent from a Coachella stage either. The Canadian pop singer made a surprise appearance during his buddy Chance the Rapper's set at the 2014 Coachella Festival in Indio, California on Sunday, April 13th. Wearing sweat shorts, a black tee, a sun hat and sunglasses,…

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[Full Interview] Pharrell on 'Oprah Prime'

Pharrell's interview with Oprah for 'Oprah Prime' aired on OWN network on Sunday, April 13th. Watch the one-hour-long insightful chat below! In the interview, Pharrell (and his hat) discusses taking the 2013 charts by storm with 'Get Lucky' and 'Blurred Lines', his childhood, naming his son…

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Watch: Ellie Goulding, Zedd, Eminem, Rihanna, & Twenty One Pilots Perform At 2014 MTV Movie Awards

Although MTV is mainly known for presenting music (and reality shows), they do show love to the film world with their annual MTV Movie Awards show. This year’s show is taking place tonight on April 13th at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California and will be hosted by comedian Conan O’Brien.…

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New Music: Pharrell - "Here"

Well, hello there, big vocalist Pharrell? Pharrell sings like we've never ever heard him before sing in "Here", his contribution to the soundtrack of 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2', which hits stores April 22nd (Columbia). The movie is out May 2nd. The big ballad "Here" is produced and written by…

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[Full Show] Pharrell Brings Out Gwen Stefani, Snoop Dogg & More at Coachella 2014

He was not headlining Day 2 at Coachella last night (April 12th), but his show was definitely the place to be! Watch Pharrell's full concert at Indio, California below! Pharrell opened his set on Saturday night with his Daft Punk collaboration 'Lose Yourself To Dance', and proceeded to perform a…

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Beyoncé and Solange Do Synchronized Dance at Coachella - Watch Now!

She may not be a headlining performer, or a performer at all at 2014 Coachella, but superstar Beyoncé did end up taking a stage. Watch video proof below! Or Bee's little sister Solange did were a performer at Day 2 of Coachella Festival in Indio, California on Saturday (April 12th) and she had a…

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Watch: Ed Sheeran Performs 'Sing' + Debuts 'Don't' On Saturday Night Live

After debuting his new single 'Sing' earlier this week on BBC Radio 1 in the United Kingdom, Ed Sheeran traveled overseas to New York City for an appearance on NBC's 'Saturday Night Live' show. The 23 year old singer-songwriter took the stage for the first ever live performance of 'Sing' and then…

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New Music: Jason Derulo (feat. Tyga) - 'Bubblegum'

Jason Derulo will be releasing his new album 'Talk Dirty' on April 15th and today we bring you a stream of one of the standout cuts 'Bubblegum' featuring a verse from Young Money rapper Tyga. The uptempo tune is produced by Jim Beanz and Timbaland. "She put it in reverse and I can't be mad. I…

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Lana del Rey Previews New Single 'West Coast' at Las Vegas Concert - Watch Now!

Lana del Rey has two live shows to do this weekend. The first was last night (Friday, April 11th) at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas. Lana performed at 'The Chelsea', a new performance venue the resort and casino recently opened and is promoting by bringing heavy-weights of the music industry to…

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[Full Show] Outkast Reunite and Perform Hits at 2014 Coachella Festival

They're at it again! Hip-hop duo Outkast has officially reunited...to perform live at least! A new album is another story, but fingers crossed that happens too! Andre 3000 and Big Boi joined forces for a major headlining concert last night (April 11th) at Day 1 of 'Coachella' festival in Indio,…

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[Photos] Healthy-Looking Kesha Supports HAIM at 2014 Coachella

Kesha is out of rehab and loving life outdoors again. After walking the red carpet, and performing live a cover of Tom Petty, Kesha's latest public outing has been this last Friday (April 11th) at 'Coachella' festival in Indio, California. The "Crazy Kids" singer was photographed dancing and…

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New Music: Charli XCX - "Boom Clap"

This girl deserves to be huge one day. I'm sure her 'time' will come soon. MTV.com got the world exclusive of premiering Charli XCX's new song "Boom Clap", her contribution to the soundtrack of romantic comedy-drama film "The Fault in Our Stars" which 20th Century Fox will be releasing in US…

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Keyshia Cole (feat. Juicy J) - "Rick James" [Music Video]

Check out the premiere of Keyshia Cole's music video for her latest ratchet single "Rick James", featuring Juicy J. "Rick James" is one of the two first single the R&B girl is putting out before her new album "No Point of Return" hits stores this summer. Keyshia sits on a golden throne, rides on a…

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One Direction Reveal Cover Art For Next Single 'You & I" & Post Video Announcement!

One Direction posted a 7-sec video on their official YouTube page on Friday morning (April 11th) to officially announce that their next single (fourth from "Midnight Memories") would be the pop ballad "You & I", produced by Julian Bunetta and John Ryan. "You & I" is therefore the follow-up to the…

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[Video] Lorde Performs Nirvana's 'All Apologies' at Barclays Center

Oh yes! Lorde performed an amazing rendition of 'All Apologies' with surviving Nirvana members; Dave Grohl, Pat Smear and Krist Novoselic last night (April 10) at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. They were all there to pay a 'live' tribute to Kurt Cobain on the 20th anniversary of his death during the…

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Enrique Iglesias - "Bailando" (Spanish) [Music Video]

Enrique Iglesias premiered earlier this week the amazing Spanglish version of his song "Bailando", but the version featured on the music video premiered today (April 11th) is, unfortunately, that of the Spanish one. Enrique traveled to Dominican Republic, alongside Cuban acts Gente de Zona and…

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New Music: Cher Lloyd - 'Human'

Cher Lloyd is loving her ballads lately. First it was "Sirens", and now "Human". If two weeks ago the British pop girl premiered via MTV.com the first 'promo' single from upcoming album "Sorry I'm Late" (May 27), the caveman anthem "Dirty Love", this week Cher repeats the same tactic, now dropping…

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The Vamps Cover Jason Derulo on BBC Radio 1's 'Live Lounge', Drop New Song 'Move My Way'

The Vamps stopped by BBC Radio 1's studios in London on Thursday's afternoon (April 10th) to perform at the 'Live Lounge' series, hosted by Fearne Cotton. The two-song session saw 18-year-old frontman Bradley Simpson and the rest of the band perform an acoustic version of their newest single "Last…

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Katy Perry Prepares Custom Cakes In 'Birthday' Official Lyric Video - Watch Now!

'Dark Horse' may still be strong on the charts, but Katy Perry is already gearing up to release a new single. And that's going to be the also-Dr. Luke-produced "Birthday". And things are moving really fast for this single! If Katy unveiled last week the old-school artwork for "Birthday", this week…

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Enrique Iglesias Premieres English Version of 'Bailando' with Sean Paul - Listen Now!

Wow, if I were a buyer of his latest album "Sex + Love", I would be mad. A US radio premiered last night (April 9) Enrique Iglesias' English version of his song "Bailando", featuring Sean Paul. "Bailando" is track #3 on the U.S standard edition of the Madrid-born singer's tenth album "Sex + Love".…

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Selena Gomez Searches For A New Label (Bye Disney!), Signs With Katy Perry's Management

Changes are in the horizon for pop singer Selena Gomez. Justin Bieber's on-and-off girlfriend has finished her four-album deal with Disney's Hollywood Records and is currently on the hunt for a new label (feels like someone wants her own 'Bangerz' too?), as well as a new manager, but the latter…

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Phillip Phillips - "Raging Fire" [Music Video]

Phillip Phillips gets body-painted in the music video for "Raging Fire". The Gregg Wattenberg-produced folk-rock number is the first single from the American Idol Season 11 champion's upcoming sophomore album "Behind the Light", in stores May 19th. "Raging Fire" isn't a #1 hit yet, but it will…

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New Music: August Alsina (feat. Fabolous) – ‘Get Ya Money’

New Orleans native August Alsina connects with Brooklyn emcee Fabolous for a new collaboration titled ‘Get Ya Money’. The smooth record can be found on August Alsina’s upcoming debut solo album, ‘Testimony’, releasing in stores next week. Produced by Dun Deal and DJ Spinz. A music video for 'Get…

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Ellie Goulding Covers Kodaline's "All I Want" - Listen Now!

Ellie Goulding was not lying when she posted this: "Think I'm going to put something up tomorrow I recorded a few months ago", on Twitter on Tuesday. Today (April 8) the British singer unveiled new music! Well, not actually 'new new' as what she unveiled was a cover of Irish band Kodaline's…

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[Review] JT Hodges - "Lay It Down"

Country singer on the rise JT Hodges released late last month the first single from his upcoming sophomore album (Show Dog-Universal Music). The mid-tempo track is called "Lay It Down" and its groovy production and catchy lyrics will definitely grab you on the first listen and you won't be able to…

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[Photos] Katy Perry Debuts Green Hair...

She's tried blue, pink, and purple hair, and now green. Wonder what goes through her mind when she decides these changes? Pop empress Katy Perry attended a press event for Congressional candidate Marianne Williamson at the Kayne Griffin Corcoran Gallery last night (April 8) in Los Angeles, and at…

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'Rio 2' TV Promo: Jamie Foxx Chats on 'Chelsea Lately', Anne Hathaway Performs 'Broadway' Versions of Rap Hits on 'Fallon'

'Rio 2' opens in US theaters this Friday (April 11) and its starring actors and actresses are in full promotion mode on TV. Jamie Foxx dropped by E!'s 'Chelsea Lately', while Anne Hathaway had a double duty on 'Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' last night. Late on Tuesday night (April 8), Jamie Foxx…

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New Song: Flo Rida (feat. StayC Reign) - "Freaking Out"

This is either going to be a big smash or a big flop this summer. Rapper Flo Rida recruits up-and-coming female pop singer StayC Reign to provide hook vocals in his new party-ready song "Freaking Out". The LMFAO-esque number is featured on the soundtrack for "Neighbors", a comedy film, starring…

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New Music: Michael Jackson - "Xscape" (Full)

The King of Pop is still producing great music even though he is in Heaven now. Listen below to the high-quality, full version of the song "Xscape". Produced by Rodney Jerkins, this is one of the eight 'unreleased' tracks that will feature on Michael Jackson's second posthumous compilation album,…

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Carrie Underwood Debuts New Song 'Keep Us Safe' LIVE at 'An All-Star Salute to the Troops'

God saves Carrie Underwood, and keeps her (and her vocals...) safe! The American Idol alum turned country music star performed a brand new song called "Keep Us Safe" at the "ACM Presents: An All-Star Salute to the Troops" event held at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, just one day after the…

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Full Concert: Lady Gaga Live at 'Roseland Ballroom' (Professional Footage by Verizon)

The Roseland Ballroom can now shut down for good. Pop icon Lady Gaga performed her seventh and last show there on Monday, April 7th. She said she wanted to play a seven-show residency at the Roseland Ballroom to pay homage to the legendary NYC venue that has seen many historic events (from…

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Listen: 'Solo Version' Of Lady Gaga's 'Do What U Want' Surfaces [Studio]

We had the original with R. Kelly, and then the one with Christina Aguilera, but it's the time to listen to the studio version of the 'solo' edit of "Do What U Want", sung solely by Lady Gaga. The DJ White Shadow-produced R&B-esque song is the infamous second single from Gaga's "Artpop" album,…

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New Song: Pitbull (feat. Jennifer Lopez & Claudia Leitte) - "We Are One (La La La)"

Well, here it is. The official song for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2014 to be held this summer in Brazil. This is called "We Are One (La La La)" and it's a Pitbull song featuring female support by Jennifer Lopez, and Brazilian singer Claudia Leitte. The Dr. Luke-produced inspiring pop record…

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New Music: Nicki Minaj (feat. Lil Herb) - 'Chi-Raq'

Chances are you didn't see this collaboration coming. Nicki Minaj links up with rising Chicago emcee Lil Herb aka G Herbo for her latest track offering 'Chi-Raq'. The heavy Chicago and drill-influenced record is produced by Boi-1da, Vinylz, and Allen Ritter. No word on what project this song ends…

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50 Cent (feat. Joe) - 'Big Rich Town' [Music Video]

50 Cent continues his weekly releases with a new collaboration alongside singer-songwriter Joe titled 'Big Rich Town'. The jazzy track comes accompanied by a Eif Rivera-directed music video placing 50 and Joe on the streets and rooftops of New York City. "I'm trying to make it, "We already made…

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New Music: Future (feat. Kanye West) – ‘I Won’

With just two weeks to go till the release of Future’s sophomore LP ‘Honest’, the Atlanta artist liberates a new single titled ‘I Won’ featuring G.O.O.D Music’s Kanye West. The track is produced by Metro Boomin and becomes available for download when you pre-order ‘Honest’ on iTunes. ”My trophy on…

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Coldplay - "Magic" [Music Video]

Chris Martin is a magician's assistant in the music video for "Magic", the first single from Coldplay's upcoming album "Ghost Stories", due in stores May 19th. Two of the first things that come to mind when you think Coldplay are 'big sales' and 'high chart positions'. However, this is not quite…

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New Music: SZA (feat. Kendrick Lamar) - 'Babylon'

With SZA's debut project 'Z' set to impact iTunes at midnight tonight (April 8th), we get a listen to one more leak titled 'Babylon'. The DJ Dahi-produced track was originally released back in March with a music video but this updated version now features a additional verse from SZA's fellow TDE…

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New Music: Ed Sheeran – ‘Sing’ [Full Audio]

After revealing crucial details about his upcoming sophomore LP ‘X’ (or ‘Multiply’) this past weekend, UK singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran now premieres the lead single titled ‘Sing’. The track, which is produced by the one and only Pharrell, was first heard in full on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show on…

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