Jessica Sager
LMFAO Set a Billboard Record
It’s hard to imagine Top 40 radio without the ubiquity of LMFAO‘s dance anthems — in part because they’ve been on the charts pretty much since their inception. As a result, the Day-Glo duo are on their way to making Billboard history.
Kelly Clarkson Sales Surge Following Ron Paul Endorsement
While Kelly Clarkson‘s eyes had “been opened to so much hate” this week, they’ve also been opened up to a lot of love — on the charts.
Clarkson’s Twitter came under fire after she vocalized her support for Republican candidate (and fellow Texan) Ron Paul in the 2012 presidential race. However, it looks like Clarkson — and her wallet — are getting the last laugh. Amazon.com sales of her latest reco
Katy Perry Asked Russell Brand to File for Their Divorce to Please Her Parents
New details are emerging about Katy Perry and Russell Brand’s sad split. While both camps initially denied any marital problems, rumors swirled since the divorce filing that Brand wasn’t getting along with Perry’s Christian parents. In addition, TMZ is reporting that Perry asked Brand to officially file for their divorce because she didn’t want to upset her infamously religious family.
Demi Lovato Considers Going Country
Demi Lovato wears many hats — singer, survivor, actress, activist — and now a ten gallon one may be in the works. Taste of Country reports that Lovato is considering going country!
Selena Gomez Asks Fans to Help Develop New Fragrance
Selena Gomez is a busy gal. Not only has she just signed on to star in ‘Spring Breakers‘ — she’s releasing a perfume, too! In a unique twist to thank her fans, Gomez is inviting them to pick the ingredients that go into her signature scent.
The Biggest Pop Hits of 2011 – In One Mash Up
It’s hard to encapsulate an entire year’s worth of music into less than five minutes, but a DJ in Germany pretty much did just that. The DJ, going by simply (and appropriately) Mashup Germany, mashed up 29 songs into four minutes and eight seconds of pure pop bliss.
Katy Perry Goes Back to Blue for Barbie Doll Auction
She may not look like the traditional Malibu Barbie, but pop tart Katy Perry reverted to her ‘California Gurls’ look for her toy transformation. Like her pal Nicki Minaj, Perry is a model for a one-of-a-kind Mattel doll on sale for charity.
Cyber Monday Music Steals
If you were too sleepy — or sane! — to deal with the mall this weekend, fret not! There are plenty of online deals for all the music fans on your list. Viva Cyber Monday!
Kesha ‘U Better Know’ Demo Leaks
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Pop’s reigning party queen, Kesha, swapped getting crunk for guitar chords in a new demo. Idolator snagged a leak of ‘U Better Know,’ and it sounds like the glitter-clad singer is testing some new waters.
Justin Timberlake Keeps His Promise, Attends Marine Corps Ball
What a class act. Justin Timberlake kept his promise to Corporal Kelsey De Santis and was her date to the Marine Corps Ball in Richmond, Va.
Rihanna Breaks Records With 11th No. 1 Hit
Here’s some news that’ll make Rihanna feel better. Proving that she’s more than equipped to teach ‘Rockstar 101,’ Rihanna scored her 11th No. 1 hit. Her soaring dance song, ‘We Found Love‘ shot to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. While that’s a proud feat in itself, check out whose record she crushed and who her only competition is.