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• Judith Light Really Hopes Alanis Morissette Likes Her 'Hand in My Pocket' Cover in 'Transparent' Finale

  28-09-2016 23:55
  
  Hours before opening night of her one-woman performance in Neil LaBute's All the Ways to Say I Love You, Judith Light jumped on the...
  
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• YouTube Hires Industry Guru Lyor Cohen As Their Global Head Of Music

  28-09-2016 23:53 via news.yahoo.com
  
  YouTube has hired 30-year music industry executive Lyor Cohen as its global head of music in an effort to shore up its relationships with record companies and artists. After first helping to develop Def Jam from the label’s infancy as its eventual president, he left to run Warner Music Group before starting his own label, 300 Entertainment. Cohen is leaving 300 Entertainment, home to Young Thug and Fetty Wap, on December 5 to take the position.
  
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• Tom Petty Named 2017 MusiCares Person of the Year

  28-09-2016 23:45
  
  Tom Petty, whose career has encompassed Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, solo albums and the Traveling Wilburys, will be honored as the 2017...
  
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• Los Temerarios' Gustavo Angel Talks New Single 'Solo Quiero Olvidarte,' Plus First Look at Cover Art

  28-09-2016 23:36
  
  Known for their nostalgic lyrics, romantic ballads and charismatic personalities, Mexican duo Los Temerarios are still howling just as loud...
  
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• Donovan Regaled Musical Instrument Museum With Songs And Stories Last Night

  28-09-2016 23:34
  Psych-folk troubadour Donovan hit the stage at the Musical Instrument Museum last night for the second of two sold-out shows. His current tour is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of his Sunshine Superman record.
  
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• Janet Jackson shows off pregnancy glow in London

  28-09-2016 23:30 via music-news.com
  
  The singer appears to be busy purchasing furniture for her new baby's nursery.
  
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• Rihanna's Puma x Fenty Collection Imagines 'Marie Antoinette at the Gym' for Paris Fashion Week

  28-09-2016 23:29
  
  Rihanna knows how to make things happen. It was only nine days ago that the pop artist and creative director of Puma’s women’s division...
  
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• 7 Artists Who Have Endorsed Presidential Candidates Over the Years

  28-09-2016 23:22
  
  Presidential candidates spend years preparing their election campaigns, and while winning debates or state primaries are important accomplishments,...
  
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• Anderson .Paak, Kamasi Washington & MixedByAli Added to Camp Flog Gnaw Lineup

  28-09-2016 23:16
  
  Tyler, The Creator’s annual Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival lineup just got turned up a notch. On Wednesday (Sept. 28), the rapper announced that...
  
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• Jaden Smith Tapped for Environmental Media Association Award

  28-09-2016 23:12
  
  Jaden Smith has been tapped to receive the Male EMA Futures Award at the Environmental Media Association’s 26th annual EMA Awards.
  Will '...
  
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• The Weeknd's 'Starboy' & 5 More Cross-Bearing Music Videos

  28-09-2016 23:06
  
  The cross is a religious symbol, a fashion statement and, seemingly, a music video staple.
  Depending on the artist, the cross can convey dozens of...
  
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• ‘Speed Dial,’ Episode 19: The Lady And The Trump

  28-09-2016 23:06
  
  Also discussed: the sly liberalism of Will and Grace, and Drake's short film Please Forgive Me
  
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• 5 R&B Gems Produced by Kashif

  28-09-2016 22:52
  
  Multi-talented singer/songwriter/producer/musician Kashif Saleem wasn't inducted into the R&B Hall of Fame as a "Living Legend...
  
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• Dolly Parton Is First Artist With Top 20 Hits on Hot Country Songs Chart in Each Decade Since the '60s

  28-09-2016 22:42
  
  As previously reported, "Forever Country," by the superstar-infused collective dubbed Artists of Then, Now & Forever, vaults in at No....
  
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• Which 'SNL' Donald Trump Impression Is Best? Vote!

  28-09-2016 22:35
  
  Not all Donald Trump impressions are created equal -- and there have been a whole lot of them over the years on Saturday Night Live.
  On Wednesday (...
  
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• The 10 Best Major Lazer Songs

  28-09-2016 22:33
  
  Major Lazer was a hit from the moment blogs first hinted at a Diplo and Switch collaboration. Before debut album Guns Don't Kill People…...
  
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• 19 Concert Tours You Absolutely Can’t Miss This Fall

  28-09-2016 22:18
  
  Kanye West, The 1975, Green Day, Adele, Charlie Puth, and more will be coming to a city near you this fall.
  
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• HBO’s New Westworld Wants To Be More Than Just Another Gunfight At The AI Corral

  28-09-2016 22:16
  
  But whether the ambitious show transcends its early fixations on hollow violence is still TBD
  
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• Sarah Jessica Parker Talks Divorce, Carrie Bradshaw, And That Incredible Instagram Account Of Hers

  28-09-2016 22:08
  
  "I think it's my responsibility to remind people that, while Carrie and I look alike, we are very different people. And I think that is a tribute to my acting."
  
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• Trump Has No Chance Of Winning The Catholic Vote

  28-09-2016 22:07
  
  Theology, demographics, and Trump's own words will doom the GOP's efforts with Catholic voters in 2016.
  
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• DJ Khaled Reveals Personal Philosophy for Success in New Book

  28-09-2016 22:06 via rollingstone.com
  
  Hip-hop producer and Snapchat star DJ Khaled reveals his personal philosophy for success in upcoming book The Keys, out November 22nd. Barnes & Noble teased the title including "stories from his own life as he breaks down all of the major keys" – a reference to his recently released ninth LP Major Key."The Keys will share DJ Khaled’s major keys to success, from 'Be honest but don’t play yourself' to 'Don't drive your Jet Ski in the dark, which he'll illustrat
  
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• Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong Is A Washed-Up Ex-Punk In This Exclusive Ordinary World Clip

  28-09-2016 21:58
  
  In 'Ordinary World,' Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong is a washed-up ex-punk who gave up stage-diving for fatherhood. Watch our exclusive clip from the film.
  
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• Lyor Cohen Named YouTube's Global Head of Music

  28-09-2016 21:57
  
  Lyor Cohen has been named global head of music at YouTube, the company confirmed today. The founder and current CEO of 300, which has Fetty Wap,...
  
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• Chris Stapleton & Kacey Musgraves Join Vets James Taylor, Joe Walsh & Vince Gill for Country-Rock Summit in L.A.

  28-09-2016 21:57
  
  There’s no ecumenical service quite like the “guitar pulls” Vince Gill presents every September in L.A. on behalf of the Country...
  
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• Madonna Goes Topless In Solidarity With Katy Perry’s Nude Voting

  28-09-2016 21:56
  
  Madonna gets naked in solidarity with Katy Perry's "vote naked" message.
  
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• Watch Drake & Josh’s Crazy Steve And Drake Parker Film Their New Movie Together

  28-09-2016 21:51
  
  'Drake & Josh' stars Drake Bell and Jerry Trainor film a scene together for their upcoming movie.
  
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• Congress Members Send Attorney General Letter Urging Dept. of Justice to Reverse Songwriting Decision: Exclusive

  28-09-2016 21:46
  
  A bipartisan group of 18 U.S. congressional representatives, led by judiciary committee members Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA) and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-...
  
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• Benedict Cumberbatch refused to question Tom Hiddleston about Taylor Swift

  28-09-2016 21:30 via music-news.com
  
  The Thor star opens up about his love of running.
  
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• Tom Hiddleston And Benedict Cumberbatch Had The Most Jolly Good British Chat Ever

  28-09-2016 21:23
  
  Benedict Cumberbatch chatted up Tom Hiddleston for 'Interview' and it's the most British conversation about Marvel, movies, and life that could possibly exist.
  
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• Alec Baldwin Cast as New Donald Trump on 'Saturday Night Live'

  28-09-2016 20:53
  
  Saturday Night Live viewers who tune in for the Oct. 1 season premiere are going to see a very familiar face in a very important role.
  Alec...
  
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• Kanye West Only Knows Three Words On His New Song With Juicy J

  28-09-2016 20:51
  
  Kanye West and Juicy J team up for the boastful new song "Ballin."
  
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• Promoter of Steve Aoki Show That Ended in Deadly Stampede Sentenced to Four Years

  28-09-2016 20:49
  
  Spanish concert promoter Miguel Ángel Flores has been sentenced to four years in prison for the deaths of five women during a Halloween 2012 event...
  
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• Jennifer Lopez Is Back In Judge's Chair For NBC Dance Competition Series 'World of Dance'

  28-09-2016 20:34
  
  Jennifer Lopez is headed back to the world of TV competition series for NBC's new World of Dance. The network said Wednesday that Lopez will be a...
  
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• Hear DJ Quik's Cutting, Racially-Charged New Song 'Black Friday'

  28-09-2016 20:20 via rollingstone.com
  
  DJ Quik confronts social and racial issues that weigh on the black community in his soulful new track "Black Friday," which the OG Compton rapper released on his SoundCloud."I wrote this piece because I don't like the tumultuous air surrounding Black People," DJ Quik wrote of the track. "Someone had to speak up for the African American community on this Black Friday and I elect Me to do so." Quik also calls out Donald Trump for being "racist" on the track. He also shouts out to his late pee
  
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• Janelle Kroll Turns Emotional Dependence Into Power on 'Outsider' EP: Exclusive

  28-09-2016 20:10
  
  Janelle Kroll is singing your heart out. The New York City-based singer/songwriter is on to something good with her five-track EP Outsider. Dance...
  
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• Gryffin Named 'Next Up' Artist, Plans Intimate Washington D.C. Showcase

  28-09-2016 19:57
  
  Following the news of his forthcoming "Whole Heart Live Tour," titled after his recent genre-bending single alongside Bipolar...
  
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• Harry Styles Poses For Approximately One Billon Photos In New Magazine Spread

  28-09-2016 19:35
  
  The full Harry Styles 'Another Man Magazine' spread is even better than we could have ever expected.
  
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• The Weeknd unleashes music video for fresh single 'Starboy', featuring Daft Punk

  28-09-2016 19:31 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Canadian artist The Weeknd (real name Abel Tesfaye) has released the music video to accompany his new single "Starboy", featuring French electronic music duo Daft Punk. The singer/songwriter has also earmarked November 25 as the drop date for his next album -- also titled "Starboy" -- which is the follow-up to his acclaimed second studio album, "Beauty Behind The Madness". The clip for "Starboy" is a nod to the birth of his new persona via the record, and sees the artist noticeably change h
  
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• Hear Juicy J, Kanye West's Opulent New Banger 'Ballin'

  28-09-2016 19:28 via rollingstone.com
  
  Juicy J recruited Kanye West for his flashy new single "Ballin," off the Three 6 Mafia rapper's upcoming LP Rubba Band Business: The Album. The track premiered on Zane Lowe's Beats 1 radio show.The TM88, Crazy Mike and Juicy J-produced cut opens with a submerged soul sample before West lends his three-word contribution – "And I'm ballin'" on repeat – to the track's chorus. Juicy J jumps on the track with a pair of swaggering verses. "House so large/ Put a maze in it/ I'm the typ
  
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• Can You Match The AHS Quote To The Correct Evan Peters Character? [QUIZ]

  28-09-2016 19:14
  
  Take our quiz matching Evan Peters's quotes to his 'American Horror Story' characters.
  
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• Tom Petty to be honoured as MusiCares Person of the Year

  28-09-2016 19:04
  In this June 9, 2016 file photo, Tom Petty attends the 47th Annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Awards Gala in New York. Petty will be honored as the MusiCares Person of the Year next year days before the Grammy Awards.
  
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• Three-Time Grammy Winner Tom Petty to Be Honored as 2017 MusiCares Person of the Year

  28-09-2016 19:04
  Tom Petty will be honored as the 2017 MusiCares Person of the Year on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, it was announced today by Neil Portnow, President/CEO of the MusiCares Foundation and The Recording Academy, and Alexandra Patsavas, Chair of the MusiCares Foundation Board. Proceeds from the 27th annual benefit gala dinner and concert-to be held in Los Angeles during GRAMMY Week two nights prior to the 59th Annual GRAMMY Awards-will provide essential support for MusiCares , which ensures music people ha
  
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• Dallas Music Experts Riff on the 10 Blues Songs That Every Dallasite Should Know

  28-09-2016 19:04
  From outlaw country to Western swing to chopped and crewed hip-hop, Texas has long played by its own rules, no matter the genre. But the Texas blues remains one of the Lone Star State's most enduring contributions, and in many ways Dallas is the cradle of that history.
  
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• Sia Tweaks ‘The Greatest’ To Support Hillary Clinton

  28-09-2016 19:02
  
  Sia saw an opportunity in Trump's diss and tweaked her single 'The Greatest' by turning it into a rousing endorsement of Hillary Clinton.
  
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• Booka Shade Celebrates 'Movements' With Reissue, Eats Everything Remix of 'Mandarine Girl:' Exclusive

  28-09-2016 19:01
  
  When Booka Shade released sophomore album Movements in 2006, it represented a shift in dance music culture. The single “Mandarine Girl...
  
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• Cinematic Music Group's Jonny Shipes on Developing Artists and the Beauty of Staying Independent

  28-09-2016 19:00
  
  In 2007, the thought of being independent in the music business excited a then-27-year-old Jonny Shipes. So when the New York native launched a new...
  
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• Sting Plays a Trio of New Songs in New York Advertising Week Show

  28-09-2016 18:48
  
  Sting, the rock icon, is back and in fine form.
  The 16-time Grammy winner last night (Sept. 27) treated international advertising execs to a preview...
  
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• Watch The Weeknd & Daft Punk's 'Starboy' Music Video

  28-09-2016 18:43
  
   The Weeknd's synth-laden Daft Punk collab is dark, bossy, and alluring. The official music video is equally...
  
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• Six Degrees Of Brangelina: How The Divorcing Couple Fit Into Hollywood’s Sex Web

  28-09-2016 18:36
  
  Here's proof that everyone in The Biz is connected - and horny
  
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• Kellie Pickler, John Rich and Others Talk 'Badass Women,' Copyright Battles at 2016 Radio Show

  28-09-2016 18:34
  
  With the annual Radio Show taking place in Nashville in 2016, it’s little surprise country stars took center stage. Some — including...
  
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