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Pop Music
The Singles Bar: Marsha Ambrosius, “Cold War”
Marsha Ambrosius continues to bring the heat, previewing her upcoming album with a track entitled “Cold War.”
Spin Cycle: A Tale Of Two Greatest Hits Albums
New compilations have just been released collecting the hits of divas Kelly Clarkson and Whitney Houston. Is either disc necessary?
The Singles Bar: T.I. featuring Andre 3000, “Sorry”
T.I. sets up his upcoming album with a new single, “Sorry,” but fellow Atlanta rapper Andre 3000 comes in and steals the show.
Blerd Radio Season Whatever, Episode 2: The (Sort Of) Lost Episode
It’s Saturday, and that cold, empty feeling that comes with the work week is slowly melting away. How could it get any better? How ’bout a new episode of Blerd Radio for your ears to enjoy? This episode has a fun little history. Regular co-host Dr. Gonzo suggested a great topic about film soundtracks, but had to bow out of recording. In his absence, Big Money, Mike Duquette and Michael Parr engaged the talents of another non-Mike: Dave Lifton, noted author and […]
Spin Cycle: Gary Clark Jr., Blak N Blu
Does Gary Clark Jr.’s major label debut live up to the hype? We take a listen to the blues and soul musician’s “Blak N Blu.”
Spin Cycle: Miguel, Kaleidoscope Dream
R&B singer Miguel makes a huge impression with his sophomore effort, “Kaleidoscope Dream.”
Questions with…Jack Hues of Wang Chung!
Iconic ’80’s frontman Jack Hues of Wang Chung recently talked to Popblerd about the band’s upcoming album and what the future holds for the famous duo.
Spin Cycle: The Damnwells, “Say What You Want”
Pop/rock band The Damnwells deliver their fans a treat in the form of a new track, “Say What You Want.” (apparently, it’s a demo. We don’t really believe them.)
The Singles Bar: Neil Finn, “Song Of The Lonely Mountain”
Crowded House/Split Enz/Pajama Club/Finn Brothers/solo artist/songwriter extraordnaire Neil Finn helps his Kiwi brother Peter Jackson out with a new song.
Note for Note: A Guide to the Discography Of Bill Withers (Part 2)
Part two of our look at Bill Withers’ discography looks at his late Seventies and Eighties albums for Columbia.
Spin Cycle: Alicia Keys, Girl On Fire
Alicia Keys returns, a mother, a wife, and a “Girl on Fire.” Too bad her new album only sparks an intermittent flame.