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Foxy Brown Plans Comeback with 'D.R.U.G.Z.' - Are You Ready?
The Boombox - 25 Dec 2013 02:02
Foxy Brown is preparing for a comeback. The Brooklyn rapper returns after a lengthy hiatus with a new track 'D.R.U.G.Z.'
Justin Bieber Announces Retirement on Twitter
Hollywood Reporter - 25 Dec 2013 22:50
As his "Believe" documentary hits theaters, the musician tweeted his decision on Christmas Eve, still reassuring fans that he will be "here forever." This story first appeared on Billboard.com. Justin Bieber handed a bit...
Gay marriage was Minnesota's top story of 2013
Miami Herald - 25 Dec 2013 21:52
Gay marriage, the sexual abuse of minors by Catholic clergy and the rocky start of MNsure are among Minnesota's top news stories of 2013.
10 Best Classic Rock Sample Flips
The Boombox - 25 Dec 2013 19:14
Classic rock and hip-hop are more closely related than you'd think. We've got 10 examples of rock samples being flipped into dope hip-hop songs.
Jazz musician Yusef Lateef dies aged 93
NME - 25 Dec 2013 18:31
The artist bought world music to prominence with his fusion style
Kings of Leon: The Bruised Brothers
Rolling Stone - 25 Dec 2013 17:00
"I need some pain pills right now" Caleb Followill mumbles in a husky drawl On a recent drizzly Lond
Justin Bieber's 'Believe': Director Jon Chu on the Singer's Challenging Year (Q&A)
Hollywood Reporter - 25 Dec 2013 16:00
"Getting to the heart" of a trying time was the focus of the follow-up to "Never Say Never," out Christmas day. Jon Chu has seen Justin Bieber reach his greatest heights and lowest lows. As the director of Never Say Neve...
The Strokes' Albert Hammond, Jr marries girlfriend
NME - 25 Dec 2013 15:09
The guitarist and solo artist got hitched to Justyna Sroka
Fat Mike Means Business: NOFX's Frontman Talks New Year's Debauchery
SF Weekly - 25 Dec 2013 10:00
Fat Mike is way more responsible than you think he is. He's like that guy who got you high every day before math class, yet mysteriously aced the final you failed, neglecting to inform you that he was hitting the books w...
Music Review: 'Messiah' by the Oratorio Society at Carnegie Hall
The New York Times - 25 Dec 2013 21:53
Ken Tritle led the Oratorio Society in Handel's "Messiah" for a capacity crowd at Carnegie Hall.
Hammond man working on Jean Shepherd documentary
Miami Herald - 25 Dec 2013 20:12
Hammond native Nick Mantis knew little about humorist and radio legend Jean Shepherd until after the city hired him five years ago to produce a short tribute that commemorated the 25th anniversary of "A Christmas Story,"...
EARMILK's 12 Decibells of Christmas Day 11: The Chainsmokers
Ear Milk - 25 Dec 2013 19:56
It's the morning of Christmas and good cheer shall abound. The Chainsmokers hopped down your chimney and dropped this massive prog house sound. This mix is best served with a white russian. Take 1 part Kahlua, 1 part Vod...
Yale, renowned nightclub spar in property dispute
Miami Herald - 25 Dec 2013 19:47
Yale University produces Nobel Prize winners, Supreme Court justices and presidents. A nearby nightclub called Toad's Place has landed musical legends such as the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and U2.
ArtsBeat: The Pixies Join Festival Lineup in Israel
The New York Times - 25 Dec 2013 19:11
The band had been scheduled to perform in Israel in 2010 but withdrew amid international pressure over an Israeli naval raid.
ArtsBeat: Kanye West Faces Lawsuit Over Song Sample
The New York Times - 25 Dec 2013 19:02
The soul singer Ricky Spicer is suing Mr. West for what he says is the unauthorized use of his voice on the track "Bound 2."
Scorsese's Music Man on 'Wolf of Wall Street' Soundtrack Album: 'Marty is Fearless'
Hollywood Reporter - 25 Dec 2013 18:00
From Eartha Kitt to Billy Joel to the Lemonheads, music supervisor Randall Poster breaks down the film's accompanying collection of songs. "There are 60 songs in The Wolf of Wall Street," Martin Scorsese's music supervis...
First Aid Kit share cover of Willie Nelson's 'On The Road Again' - listen
NME - 25 Dec 2013 17:17
The folk duo posted their version of song as a 'Christmas gift'
Maine ad agency wants Bowie to sing Christmas tune
Miami Herald - 25 Dec 2013 16:47
An ad agency in Maine is dreaming of a David Bowie song for Christmas.
Happy Christmas!! Let's Watch Saves The Day's Buzzworthy Live Acoustic Performance Of 'Remember'
MTV - 25 Dec 2013 16:00
While you bask in present-opening, roast beast-eating, and other Christmas activities, take a sec to watch Saves The Day perform a poignant rendition of "Remember" on Buzzworthy Live.
Frank Turner to answer Iron Maiden questions on 'Celebrity Mastermind'
NME - 25 Dec 2013 14:41
John Cooper Clarke will also appear on the same episode of the BBC One quiz show
Iggy Pop shares Christmas video message - watch
NME - 25 Dec 2013 13:22
The clip sees Iggy Pop relaxing at home with pets in a festive fashion
Justin Bieber officially confirms retirement to fans via Twitter
Gigwise - 25 Dec 2013 13:09
God bless us, everyone - a Christmas miracle