New Music: Gloria Estefan Releases “Hotel Nacional” Music Video

Gloria Estefan‘s newest hit “Hotel Nacional” references some of your favorite cult classic films, including The Rocky Horror Picture Show, The Birdcage, Some Like It Hot, and more.  Even Susan Lucci makes a guest appearance! Favorite lyrics: “Drama’s on like Susan Lucci, it’s time for hoochie coochie. Say goodbye to the sunlight, we own the nighttime, yeah.” The harmonies going on there rock and it’s just so … Continue reading New Music: Gloria Estefan Releases “Hotel Nacional” Music Video

New Music: Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars Debut “Safe & Sound” Music Video

Yesterday Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars debuted their “Safe & Sound” music video for The Hunger Games movie.  Swift looks like she is walking through a war-torn Capitol, remembering life as it use to be.  While simple, the music video is very powerful and shows off the beautiful scenic area that it was shot in (which happens to be Nashville!).  The video is perfect for The Hunger Games, … Continue reading New Music: Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars Debut “Safe & Sound” Music Video

‘The Hunger Games’ Soundtrack Revealed: Taylor Swift, The Decemberists, Kid Cudi, And More!

Everyone is excited for the release of the Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars music video for “Safe & Sound” which debuts tonight, but Hunger Games fans have even more to look forward to!

The Hunger Games full tracklisting for its soundtrack has finally been revealed, featuring music by Arcade Fire, Kid Cudi, Miranda Lambert, and more.  And for big T-Swift and Civil Wars fans…they each have a second song on the album!

The album is currently available for pre-order on iTunes and when you order it you get a surprise early copy of “One Engine” by The Decemberists.

The album is scheduled for release March 20 and the film debuts March 23.

Check out the full tracklisting after the jump!

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Grammy Award 2012 Highlights

The Grammy Awards is a huge night for music.  Here are some of the most exciting moments from the Grammys that you won’t want to forget (or, in the case of Nicki Minaj‘s performance, maybe you will!): Chris Brown rocks the stage with his hot dance moves and acrobatic stunts in his performance of “Turn Up The Music” and “Beautiful People.” The Beach Boys reunion … Continue reading Grammy Award 2012 Highlights

Complete List Of Grammy 2012 Winners

Instagram of Taylor Swift with her two Grammy awards

Record of the Year: “Rolling in the Deep,” Adele

Song of the Year: “Rolling in the Deep,” Adele Adkins & Paul Epworth

New Artist: Bon Iver

Pop Solo Performance: “Someone Like You,” Adele

Pop Performance by a Duo or Group: “Body and Soul,” Tony Bennett & Amy Winehouse

Pop Vocal Album: “21,” Adele

Alternative Album: “Bon Iver,” Bon Iver

Rock Song: “Walk,” Foo Fighters

Rock Album: “Wasting Light,” Foo Fighters

Rock Performance: “Walk,” Foo Fighters

Hard Rock/Metal Performance: “White Limo,” Foo Fighters

R&B Album: “F.A.M.E.,” Chris Brown

R&B Song: “Fool For You,” Cee Lo Green, Melanie Hallim & Jack Splash

R&B Performance: “Is This Love,” Corrine Bailey Rae

Traditional R&B Vocal Performance: “Fool For You,” Cee Lo Green & Melanie Fiona

Rap Album: “My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy,” Kanye West

Rap Performance: “Otis,” Jay-Z and Kanye West

Rap Song: “All of the Lights,” Jeff Bhasker, Stacy FergusonMalik Jones, Warren Trotter & Kanye West

Rap/Sung Collaboration: “All of the Lights,” Kanye West, Rihanna, Kid Cudi & Fergie

Dance Recording: “Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites,” Skrillex

Dance/Electronica Album: “Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites,” Skrillex

Musical Theater Album: “The Book of Mormon,” Robert Lopez, Trey Parker & Matt Stone

World Music Album: “Tassili,” Tinariwen

Latin Pop Rock, Rock or Urban Album: “Drama y Luz,” Mana

Tropical Latin Album: “Last Mambo,” Cachao

Banda or Norteno Album: “Los Tigres Del Norte and Friends,” Los Tigres Del Norte

Regional Mexican or Tejano Album: “Bicentenario,” Pepe Aguilar

Country Solo Performance: “Mean,” Taylor Swift

Country Album: “Own the Night,” Lady Antebellum

Country Performance by a Duo or Group: “Barton Hollow,” The Civil Wars

Country Song: “Mean,” Taylor Swift

Jazz Vocal Album: “The Mosaic Project,” Terri Lyne Carrington & various artists

Jazz Instrumental Album: “Forever,” Corea, Clark & White

Improvised Jazz Solo: “500 Miles High,” Chick Corea

Large Ensemble Jazz Album: “The Good Feeling,” Christian McBride Big Band

Blues Album: “Revelator,” Tedeschi Trucks Band

Folk Album: “Barton Hollow,” The Civil Wars

See more after the jump!

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Karmin Rocks ‘Saturday Night Live’ Stage As First-Time Musical Guest

First-timer Zooey Deschanel hosted Saturday Night Live on February 11 with first-time musical guest Karmin. After Lana Del Rey‘s awkward SNL performance, we were anxious to see what Karmin brought to the stage as musical newcomers. There was nothing to worry about though, as Karmin looked completely comfortable on stage.  Amy brought her signature quick rap skills (that girl must have lungs of steel!) and Nick looked adorable as … Continue reading Karmin Rocks ‘Saturday Night Live’ Stage As First-Time Musical Guest

Selena Gomez Replaces Miley Cyrus In Upcoming Animated Film ‘Hotel Transylvania’

We all know Dracula as a blood-sucking monster – but did you know he was a dad too? Selena Gomez is set to replace Miley Cyrus in the upcoming animated comedy Hotel Transylvania, reports E! Online.  She will play Mavis, Dracula’s teenage daughter.  Adam Sandler voices Dracula, the owner of a resort specifically for monsters and their families.  Things turn sour when a normal human, … Continue reading Selena Gomez Replaces Miley Cyrus In Upcoming Animated Film ‘Hotel Transylvania’

New Music: Taylor Swift’s “Safe & Sound” Music Video Debuts Monday

Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars‘ much-anticipated music video for “Safe & Sound” drops this Monday (that’s February 13 – for you hardcore Swifties!) on MTV. The song will be featured in the movie soundtrack for The Hunger Games.  The music video stays true to the film and book series that inspired the single, with Swift walking through a beautiful, woodsy scene. The video debuts during “MTV First: Taylor … Continue reading New Music: Taylor Swift’s “Safe & Sound” Music Video Debuts Monday

New Music: Katy Perry To Release “Complete Story Of ‘Teenage Dream’” In ‘The Complete Confection’

Katy Perry is gearing up to re-release her album, Teenage Dream, in Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection. The special edition will feature 12 tracks from the original album, “E.T.” featuring Kanye West, “Last Friday Night” featuring Missy Elliot, an acoustic “The One That Got Away,” and a 7-minute Tommie Sunshine mega-mix of the original album’s six singles, reports KatyPerry.com.  In addition to all that, the new … Continue reading New Music: Katy Perry To Release “Complete Story Of ‘Teenage Dream’” In ‘The Complete Confection’

‘New Girl’ Debuts Interactive Music Video

FOX released a music video for their new hit show, “New Girl,” starring Zooey Deschanel. The concept for the theme song, “Hey Girl,” which Deschanel sings, is that Cece brings a bunch of people over to Jess’ loft and they have a party.  Of course, you can’t have Jess without a dash of quirky.  The video emulates that with a unique choose-your-own-adventure ability.  According to … Continue reading ‘New Girl’ Debuts Interactive Music Video