SAINTS! 11-0! WHO DAT NATION FEVER!!!

In honor of tonight's amazing New Orleans Saints win against the New England Patriots tonight, and STILL undefeated with 11-0! WHO DAT BABY!

U2/Green Day's "The Saints Are Coming" (Live performance - Sept. 2006) -



Classic Saints Anthem from the 1980s - 

The Best of the 2000s...

Ok, as we close out another decade (can you believe it??)...it's time to start the official countdown to naming the hottest, most memorable, generation-defining songs and albums of the 2000s. You can be silly...and you can be blunt. You can give me one that hit you personally or one that attracted the masses. Just speak up and name me something. I will also be conducting an official track listing, album listing in time to close out the 2000s. IN the coming couple of weeks, I will "refresh" memories on songs and albums that were rocking out iPods throughout the entire decade. I will name some categories as well to make things even more intriguing. Stay tuned and participate.

Wrap-up: American Music Awards...snooze fest

OK...the American Music Awards are over. My first impression: What a waste. Second: Everyone sounded horrible. A night when Whitney Houston sounds like she's got her voice back then you know something's wrong with the audio system. Third: Is gaining weight the new thing? No offense, but it seems everyone put on some healthy new pounds. A few highlights - why oh why did Janet wear pants that were too baggy for her? Shakira should have performed "She Wolf"! J.Lo fell flat on her butt but got back up like a pro...Green Day should sing another song other than "21 Guns" cause even his voice seemed tired of singing it. Why was Daughtry and Mary J. on tonight's awards? Does anyone even listen to Eminem and 50 Cent anymore?? I expected more dancing from Lady Gaga despite having one of the stronger performances of the nite. Adam Lambert was all hype, no deliverance. Rihanna...forgetful.

Here are a few performances -

Lady Gaga - "Bad Romance" & "Speechless"



Jay-Z & Alicia Keys - "Empire State of Mind"

OOOOh, Loving the new Alicia Keyssss!!!!

Check out Alicia Keys' new uptempo-ballad (sounds weird but it is)..."Try Sleeping With A Broken Heart"...she performed this song at the American Music Awards. I instantly loved the melody. She should have released this as her first single. Her new album The Element of Freedom comes out Dec. 15. Anyway, enough of my jibberish...click the link to see the video -

Finally! Janet's New Video - "Make Me"

I won't waste no time...I present the cool black and white video for "Make Me" by Janet Jackson -

NYC goes #1 (Jay-Z + Alicia Keys single hits the top)

Jay-Z feat. Alicia Keys' "Empire State of Mind"...Ok, why didn't this song catch me in the beginning? Well now I love this song that pays homage to my second favorite city (or second home), New York City. The song finally reaches the top spot on Billboard's Hot 100. Congrats NYC. Perhaps Lil' Wayne can pay homage to New Orleans (with a duet featuring Harry Connick Jr. - classic right??)....

Shakira literally WOKE UP America...

Shakira performed two songs on ABC's Good Morning America on Thursday; and she did not fail to deliver that Shakira magic with her tantalizing howls and hips. Her new album She Wolf will be released next week! Can't wait!

Take a look at her new single "Give It Up To Me" (sans Lil' Wayne) -


Her "She Wolf" and all its glory -

Bon Jovi - #1 Album? Yup

It seems the boys from Jersey still have it. Bon Jovi's latest album The Circle bows at #1 with over 163,000 copies sold. This is the band's fourth #1 album. They claimed two #1 albums in the 80s, and two this decade. Take a listen to the anthem-driven (of course!) single, "We Weren't Born to Follow" -

EXCLUSIVE: New Jennifer Lopez single

Hear JLO's new single from her upcoming new album. The single "Louboutins" pays homage to that certain high-end shoe maker. Typical JLO? A throw back to "My Love Don't Cost a Thing"? Or has Lopez lost her musical touch?



Classic JLO: "Love Don't Cost A Thing"(2003) -

Allison brings the 80s back...

Allison Iraheta's new video for "Friday I'll Be Over You" seems to be paying homage to the 80s. So far I notice "When Doves Cry" and "Take on Me"...do you guys see any other references?

Janet Jackson finally speaks...

Janet Jackson finally spoke out about her brother's death and her own trials and tribulations this week with ABC's Robin Roberts. She reveals she may never see the concert film This Is It. The interview revealed some of Janet's personal and professional ups and downs. There was also a peak at her upcoming video for "Make Me" on her newly released greatest hits Number Ones album.













Preview of "Make Me" video -

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO PREMIERE: Beyoncé feat. Lady Gaga in "Video Phone"

Talk about a combination! The music gods have spoken...Beyoncé brings Lady Gaga aboard on her new video/single for "Video Phone". The song is cool, but the video is even better. Check it out. What's your take on it? Even Beyoncé going gaga over Lady Gaga!

Beyoncé - New Music - More Music Videos

New Video: Rihanna's "Russian Roulette"

Rihanna's new video for "Russian Roulette" premiered on last night's 20/20. Dark and moody...do you like the new direction she's taking?

New Video: Mariah's "I Want to Know What Love Is"

After waiting for a few weeks, the less-anticipated video has finally been released for Mariah's second single "I Want to Know What Love Is", a remake of the 1985 #1 Foreigner classic.

Here you go -

FU Alert - Another powerful Lily Allen concert clip

If you're easily offended, or not a fan of the "F" word (neither am I) - then don't click the link below. For those of you who do click, if you ever felt frustrated with society, situations or whatever, you sometimes just want to say it, but say it with a smile. Then of course, pray. God comes first. Btw, Lily Allen actually made a song about it sound rather joyful. I have shown previous video/tv appearance clips on the song on previous posts. However, this concert footage from France actually really does a great job of showcasing the song's power.

Loving BEP's "Meet Me Halfway"

Are they unstoppable? The Black Eyed Peas' third single from their clever The E.N.D. album is a charm. "Meet Me Halfway" transcends away from the bumping club sounds of "Boom Boom Pow" and the stadium anthem sounds of "I Gotta Feeling" to a more low-key, melodic, hypnotic beat and vocals that keep me humming to it.

Here is the video for this great new song -

New Artist Watch: Ke$ha's "Tik Tok"

American song-writer was her known title before; now she's becoming the latest music force to climb up the charts. Ke$ha's debut single, "Tik Tok" is already on the Billboard Top 20 and inching closer to iTunes #1 spot. She's no newcomer, however. Ke$ha's voice was featured earlier this year is FloRida's #1 hit "Right Round", and she's written songs for several major artists including Miley Cyrus and even TV shows. Her public image may be one to watch as well; she's been seen tagging along the likes of Katy Perry and Lily Allen. Her debut album will be released in early 2010. She's currently touring with electronic mastermind Calvin Harris.

Leona's "Happy": Why no airplay??

I'm not quite sure why Leona Lewis' "Happy" isn't getting more airplay on radio. It's growing on me. Her new album Echo will be released next week on Nov. 17. Here is the new video to the heartfelt song:

Lady Gaga's Best Video Yet? "Bad Romance" is finally in...

Gaga's gone LOCA...but I'm loving it. Her new video for "Bad Romance" is sleek, cool, innovative...strange (but it's Gaga of course) and numerous raw layers of Gaga. See for yourself. Her re-release of The Fame Monster will be Nov. 23 with eight new tracks.

"Hey Soul Sister" - Great New Train Song!

So when I go to the gym, I normally don't wear my iPod in fear of breaking it. Of course, music at the gym isn't always the best. Well, let me not lie, it sucks. Sorry, off subject. Anyhow, every now and then they play a song that catches my ear. Luckily, with the iPhone app Shazam I can instantly find out who the artist and song is that is playing. So it was to my surprise that Train is back with a new song and album. Their new album Save Me, San Francisco was released last month. Their new single "Hey Soul Sister" sounds fresh and like an anthem. Great new song to sing along to!

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Lily Allen's Album - Will the Grammys recognize her for Album of the Year?

As the Grammy nominations grow closer, I know there are numerous artists vying for the coveted Album of the Year. I normally try to not pay too much attention to what the Grammys think cause music comes in many different tastes and styles for every individual's liking. However, I am giving my two cents here by boasting about Lily Allen's It's Not Me, It's You album (released last February) and hoping it gets recognized as one of the Albums of the Year when the nominations are announced. Considering her self implosion on British tabloids, Allen does have a knack for honest, raw lyrics to represent social mindsets in our day in age. For example, she talks about society's expectations on young women with her song "22", materialism on "The Fear", war on "F**K You" and even the ups and downs of sex on "Not Fair".

And FYI - the troubled 24-year Brit pop star announced a few weeks ago she would no longer be recording records and leaving her record contract at EMI. Considering her tabloidish behaviors in the past, perhaps this may be another one of Allen's tryst with the tabloids. If it is true, then it would be quite a shame.

Here are two other songs from her current album:

"Not Fair" -


"22" -


From her first album, "Smile" -

Mariah on emotional abuse, having babies on CNN

In case you missed it, here is Mariah Carey talking to CNN's Larry King about certain personal topics regarding her first marriage to Columbia Records President Tommy Mottola, on having babies and what does a "diva"mean.

Mika's Second Single: Two Different Ones for US and UK

Let's just say that Mika is one of the more original artists around. He certainly stands out from the clutter of clones in the music industry. One more thing, he's one of Lady Gaga's good friends. These two certainly share high levels of creativity and uniqueness. Mika's second album, The Boy Who Knew Too Much, was released this past September. Mika has released his second single; two different ones for different sides of the Atlantic. Personally, I like both, but I am leaning towards the UK one.

Second single for the US - "Blame It On the Girls"-



Second single for the UK - "Rain"(Seamus Haji Big Love Remix) -

"Love is Blind" says Rihanna on GMA

Rihanna finally breaks her silence about her abusive relationship with fellow singer, Chris Brown, on today's Good Morning America. The full interview will air on Friday's 20/20.

Lily Allen says F**K YOU with a hit!

Those British! How subtle can they be...LOL. I am falling in love with Lily Allen's music. While some may find her offensive, you have to admit her songs have a catch to them. Her current album It's Not Me, It's You yielded little US hits, but she still a major deal in the UK. Here's hoping she catches on here.








One of my favorite songs from 2009 - I love this song - "The Fear" (first song of her current album) -





"F**K You" Song -





Lily Allen performs "F**K You" on French TV (no censors there!) -





"Who'd Have Known" Song (satire on her public spat with Elton John last year) -

Allison Iraheta is HERE TO STAY

I am finally listening to the full version of Allison Iraheta's new single "Friday I'll Be Over You" from her upcoming debut album (out Dec. 1st). Iraheta, as most of you SHOULD remember, was the 4th runner up (and I was rooting for her to win the American Idol title). However, after listening to this first single, I have no worries that this young rocker chic will be around for awhile. This song is buzzing and funky, and certainly a reminder of Kelly Clarkson with just a bit more edge.

Take a listen to this really hot song -

Jay Sean's New Single - Another Hit, Another Sean

After boasting a huge US invasion with his #1 "Down" hit, Jay Sean has released his second single from his upcoming debut US album. The second single, "Do You Remember", includes another 'sean' - Sean Paul and Lil' Jon. If you're ready to jam, the track is now available on iTunes. My first impression of this single - another hit...very bouncy like the first single.

Listen to "Do You Remember" -


Watch Jay Sean describe his new single via phone (and hearing the British accent) -

Britney's Naughty "3" Video

You've heard the #1 single, but have you seen the brand new video? Watch it here. Her greatest hits album will be out on Nov. 23.

Adam Glambert's FYE Single

Unleashing the brand new Adam Lambert single from his upcoming album with the same name, "For Your Entertainment". The single will go on sale starting Nov. 2 on iTunes. So what do you think? Pure genius? or lackluster?