5 TRACKS YOU HAVE TO HEAR THIS WEEK #4

Here's this weeks top 5 tunes guys- hope you enjoy!

1. Armand Van Helden & Steve Aoki- 'Brrrat'

The American dance magician is back... with a BANG. This tune is gonna be absolutely massive on the club scene- perfect for a Saturday-night rave. Enjoy! (I know you will)




2. White Lies- 'Bigger Than Us'

Such an tune from the London band- got a really epic feel about it. Look out for their new album 'Ritual' coming out in January.




3. Lykke Li- 'Get Some'

If you've not heard of Lykke you should definitely check her out. The Swedish singer has been around for a couple of years now with her alternative pop rock sound. This is her new single and it's available now.




4. Alicia Keys- 'Wait Til You See My Smile'

This hasn't really got any airplay but it is a really nice song from the new mum. Let's hope we hear more of her on our airways soon. The single's out now.




5. Usher- 'More' (RedOne Remix)

I'm sorry, I know he's a bit rubbish live, but there is no doubting, this is such a tune. Can't stop myself dancing and singing to it when it comes on the radio. That guy know's how to make a beat!

JAMIE WOON'S MAKING WAVES...

I first told you about soulful singer Jamie Woon waaaaayyyy back in October when he was included in my very first '5 songs you have to hear this week' feature and he is starting to get noticed!

This week, uber-cool magazine iD have done and interview with him.

CLICK HERE to read it.

Looking forward to more big things to come from the Woonster!

FIVE SONGS YOU HAVE TO HEAR THIS WEEK #3

Sorry for my absence last week- not having internet made blogging VERY hard! But I'm BACK and have some massive tunes as my top five this week...


1. Danny Byrd- 'We Can Have It All' (Sigma Remix)

This song was an absolute tune to begin with, but the remix has made it even better. Top track of the week for sure...




2. Katy B (Feat. Ms Dynamite)- 'Lights On'

Nearly made this my top tune, but loving that Danny Byrd song just too much! This is such a good tune though, simple but catchy. When I first listened to it I wasn't sure, but it's deffo a grower so make sure you keep listening. Good to see Ms Dynamite back on the circuit too.




3. Rihanna (Feat. David Guetta)- 'Who's That Chick?'

I Can't help but love everything Rihanna does, and I'm especially liking this new dance route she's taken. Nice to see her with everyone's favourite floppy-haired DJ too Mr Guetta himself.





3. Professor Green (Feat. Maverick Sabre)- Jungle

As soon as I listened to Pro's album, I loved this track instantly, so I'm really pleased he's decided to release it as a track. The video's worth a look too. Also, check out the guy singing on the track, Maverick Sabre- you'll deffo rate him if you like Mr Green




5. Wretch 32 (Feat. L.)- 'Traktor'

This is one for all you grime fans- although weirdly it has a middle section with piano in it (?) But yeh, still a good tune from the North Londoner.

FIVE SONGS YOU HAVE TO HEAR THIS WEEK #2

Okay, so I started the 'five songs to hear this week feature' last week (CLICK HERE if you missed it) to bring you my favourite tracks that are around at the moment.

Hopefully you all will like them to, and you never know, you might find yourself with a new favourite track...


1. Far East Movement- 'G6'

If you've seen my previous post, you'll know that I am really rating these guys and definitely think they're gonna do big things over here. If you download one song this week, make sure it's this one- SUCH a tune.




2. Alexis Jordan- 'Happiness'

The 18-year-old is Roc Nation's newest signing and they promise big things from her. She definitely does no wrong with this gorgeous track...




3. Will.i.am feat. Nicki Minaj & Cheryl Cole- 'Check It Out'

This track is worth checking out (no pun intended) even if it's just for the video... Featuring America's 'ghetto Barbie' Nicki Minaj and Cheryl Cole, it's got all the canny digital crafts we now expect from Mr i.am- definitely a grower...




4. Mark Ronson & The Business INTL feat. Boy George- Somebody To Love Me

I never thought I'd hear myself saying I really like a song by Boy George in the year 2010, but I must admit I really do... Mark Ronson's definitely onto a winner with the third release from his brilliant new album 'The Record Collection'- I approve!




5. Tim Berg- Seek Bromance

This track's been out for a little while now, but still manages to captivate me everytime I listen to it. There's just something about it's laidback sound that puts me in a great mood. Listen and reminisce of sunny summer days, ahhh...

ONES TO WATCH: FAR EAST MOVEMENT

If you're into Black Eyed Peas, then you should deffo check out Far East Movement.

They're four asian guys from LA who are working the peas-esque digital sound- and doing it in a big way.

My favourite is the delicious 'G6' which is about to be released here on Sunday- check it out below...

You may also recognise their track 'Girls On The Dancefloor' which featured in Russell Brands' hit movie 'Get Him To The Greek.'

I reckon these lot are gonna be big over here- check out the rest of their tracks on their Myspace page by CLICKING HERE to see if you agree...

REMIX OF THE WEEK...

CHERYL COLE SET TO WORK WITH RIHANNA

Word through the grapevine is that Cheryl Cole are Rihanna are set to collaborate together at some point in the next year...

The partnering would be a massive achievement for the Geordie star who is trying to 'crack America' in the hope of getting the X-Factor gig overseas as well as here.

Cheryl was obviously delighted with the news , saying:

"I couldn't believe it when I heard that Rihanna wanted to work with me. When I found out she wanted to collaborate, I got goosebumps all over. We're definitely going to do something next year, I'm totally up for it."

Of course she is- who in their right mind would turn Rihanna down?

Watch this space guys...

FIVE SONGS YOU HAVE TO HEAR THIS WEEK #1

There really is some great music around right now, so I thought I'd bring you my favourite tracks of the week that you definitely should have in your life.

Have a listen and see what you think...

1. Kanye West- Runway

I actually can't stop listening to this track- it's SO GOOD. Mr West is definitely back in the building and he's 'doing it for the doucebags'.



2. Afrojack feat. Eva Simmons- Take Over Control

For all you dance lovers out there, you're gonna have a new favourite track with this one. At first it sounds like it's gonna be a generic dance tune, but you'll find yourself drawn in when it gets to it's 'take over control' hook. Definitely gonna be a new club smash.



3. Jamie Woon- Night Air

If you're looking for a cool tune to chill out to then this is definitely the one- it's so smooth it hurts! The track is currently Nick Grimshaw's song of the week and I can definitely see why- he's onto a winner here...



4. Katy Perry- Firework

Can this lady do no wrong? Going by this track she really can't... It's a little bit of a change of direction for the newly-wed star- leaning more to a dance-style than her usual kitsch pop but I really like it. If you like Kelly Rowland, you're definitely like this- check it out.



5. James Blake- Limit To Your Love

Okay, now this track is absolutely GORGEOUS. I mean, seeeeeriously good. You can literally feel yourself relax totally as your listen to Mr Blake's soothing vocals. Just don't fall asleep and miss the song!

KANYE RELEASES EPIC 34-MINUTE VIDEO

Kanye West has gone one better that Gaga and released a short film to promote the new tracks he's been releasing over the past couple of weeks.

The lengthy footage is an incredible 34 minutes long- beating Gaga's record for the 9-and-a-half-minute video for 'Telephone'.

As well as the music, it features some acting from the controversial star- as well as former Victoria Secret model Selita Ebanks in nude-coloured underwear (he knows how to keep his fans entertained!)

The music features all of the free tracks he released in his 'Good Friday' promotions earlier on in the year.

CLICK HERE to view the video on Kanye's website.

Guess who turned up at the MOBO awards last night...!

Yes- only bloody Gamu!

The X-Factor reject somehow thought it was appropriate and relevent to turn up like a full-blown celeb (which she's not) on the red carpet at the award ceremony in Liverpool last night.

I mean, this is the same girl that was crying her eyes out in The News Of The World last weekend saying she was 'frightened to death' as she faced being deported and who was 'holed up' in a secret location.

But then, oh yes, someone gives her a ticket to the MOBO's and she suddenly gets over her fear and dons a skin-tight dress and all is well in her world again- what a JOKE.

Anyway, getting back to the real stars of the show...

It was a good night for man-of-the moment Tinie Tempah who topped the list with two awards- he won 'Best Newcomer' and 'Best Video' for his song 'Frisky'.

JLS also won two gongs; 'Best Album' for 'JLS' and 'Best UK Act'.

Mark Ronson opened the show with his hit 'Bang Bang Bang' with The Business International. There were also performances from U.S. rapper Nelly, Professor Green, Roll Deep and Jay Sean.

The full list of winners is below...

Best Newcomer - Tinie Tempah

Best UK R&B / Soul Act - Plan B

Best UK Hip Hop / Grime Act - Professor Green

Best International Act - Eminem

Best Reggae Act - Gyptian

Best Album - JLS, 'JLS'

Best Video - Tinie Tempah ft Labrinth - Frisky

Best UK Act - JLS

Best Song - NDubz FEAT. Mr Hudson - Playing with Fire

Best African Act - K'Naan

Best Jazz Act - Empirical

Best Gospel Act - Guvna BLifetime Achievement - Billy Ocean

BeMOBO - Merseyside Dance Initiative

Tinie Tempah with one of his gongs

Pro Green collecting his award

JLS on the red carpet

Jay Sean gets flirty onstage

Michelle Williams looking TINY

Mark Ronson performing with The Business International

Tulisa posing with N-Dubz' 'Best Song' gong

Stunning... Alesha Dixon

Willow Smith: Too Much Too Fast?

Watch your back Rihanna, because there’s a new R’n’B starlet set to take over…

Yes, Willow Smith has arrived- and she’s flicking her hair all up in your face with her debut single ‘Whip My Hair’.

The 9-year-old has made a major impression on the music industry since she released the track- funded by Jay-Z’s Roc Nation record label.

However, it’s led to many questioning whether it’s right for such a young girl to be acting like an adult in such a crazy industry.

Mr ‘Jiggaman’ himself defended the youngster in an interview with Ryan Seacrest saying:

“She has a child's innocence but she has a clear vision of who she is and who she wants to be. I can only imagine that's how Mike [Michael Jackson] was as a young kid, he knew exactly what he wanted. When you have that sort of talent, there is no such thing as too young.”

Of course we all know how well that worked out for Michael… (hmm)

There’s no doubt that the track is an absolute TUNE and that she’s definitely got that star quality, but is nine years old just too young? Is she being exploited?

Or is she just having a laughing flicking her hair around and making Rihanna and co. look like grannies?

I think it’s probably a bit of both- yeh she is too young, but she’s probably having a proper laugh too. I mean, the average life of a 9-year-old isn’t what you’d call exciting- at least this girls going to have some serious banter for the playground.

And plus, who wouldn’t feel a bit of pressure when your brother at 12-years-old is already lording it up in Hollywood? Of course it’s a tad more extreme that the usual sibling rivalry of ‘Who got the most GSCE”s?’, but hey, this is the Smiths we’re talking about here.

The thing is, she was in the limelight anyway due to Will and Jada, so she might as well be doing something worthwhile to get her celeb status- unlike ‘It Girls’ such as Paris bloody Hilton who feed of their family’s fame.

Obviously it wouldn’t have hurt to have waited a few years, but from my experience, if a kid is told not to do something- they want it much more.

Hopefully the fact that she has her parents’ knowledge and support will mean she won’t turn into the mess that is Lindsay Lohan and grow up with her feet firmly on the ground- even if she is whipping her hair all over the place.

Carl Barat: The Comeback

There’s no doubt Carl Barat has been though some tough times over the years, however it seems now he’s finally sorting things out. What with his successful reunion over the summer with The Libertines, A new solo album and his memoirs coming out, it seems 2010 could just be his year…

Yes Carl is firmly back on top. Not only is his musical career going well. But also his personal life- he has a baby on the way with girlfriend Edie Langley.

This personal happiness seems to be affecting his music- with early reviews of his album describing it as a ‘cuddlier’ and ‘happier’ version of The Libertines. However, things were not always so good for Carl; he spoke to The Guardian about his past paranoia saying:

"I took on too much of what crazy kids on the street thought of me. I felt depressed for so long, my life became this fug of other people's opinions. It came to the point where I'd spent a year in a room with the curtains shut 'partying' [drugs]. Then I found a bit of light and love [with Edie] and every- thing had to change. In order for that to happen, I needed catharsis and whatnot."

He also described how he tried to make his autobiography, ‘Threepenny Memoir’ a good read saying:

"I kept trying to write the perfect paragraph, but that was like reading Tennyson when you're 12. It makes sense, but really there are just far too many big words."

Groupies, drugs and alcohol-fueled antics also feature in the book, but he admits the hardest thing to write about with his relationship with Pete [Doherty], confessing:

"His reputation precedes him, and I wanted to write without slinging mud. Obviously things he did really hurt me and if I felt bitter about something it was hard to write objectively. I'm very scared that he's going to misread it."

It matters to him even more now what Pete thinks, considering their hugely successful reunion over the summer at Reading Festival. Talking about the reunion, he said:

"When we got together it was as if not a day had passed. We've both been nervous about seeing each other, though we wouldn't admit it. You know how when someone dies, part of the mourning is mourning the version of you that only they know? Well, that version of myself with Pete was rekindled. I've realised that unconditional love has to be unconditional. So I told Pete on the first day of rehearsal, 'I love you for who you are.' That meant a lot to him."

Carl’s debut album is out on October 4^th.

New Music Review: Gucci Mane feat. Nicki Minaj & Pharrell- 'Haterade'

With ‘Haterade’ as a title, you’re probably expecting a hard rap song full of ‘fuck-you's’ and people singing about their 'beefs’, however Radric Davis a.k.a. Gucci Mane takes a departure from his usual aggressive style in favour of a more chilled vibe with new track ‘Haterade’.

He’s enlisted the skills of heavyweights Pharrell and Nicki Minaj to make this probably his best track to date.

Pharrell, as usual, brings the cool- giving the track a lazy laidback vibe whilst Minaj is as nonchalant as this girl is ever gonna get. The smooth baseline and slow pace makes this tune perfect for a 5-minute chill sesh.

New Music Review: 50 Cent- 'They Burn Me.'

Poor Mr Fiddy has no friends and decides to tell us about in new track ‘They Burn Me’.

Basically, he decided to slag all of his rap pals off in 2009’s ‘How To Rob’ and they retaliated- hard. Now he’s decided to get all emotional up on us with lyrics like “Look at what they did to me- they burn me, they turn me.’ (Sob).

The track actually is quite easy to listen to (unlike fiddy’s tweets) with a smooth baseline and that little chipmunk voice rappers seem to LOVE to use. Just cheer up Mr Cent yeh?!

New Music Review: Tensnake- "Comacat"

Dance fans listen up… because you’re about to have a new favourite tune!

Hamburg producer Marco Niemerski a.k.a. Tensnake releases some seriously funky beats with his new track “Comacat”.

If you’re looking for something to put a smile on your face, then this hedonistic track fits the brief perfectly. A delicious mix of diva moans, bells, clicks and congas concoct a sound so retro- you’d swear you were in an open-top Ibiza bar circa 1986.

The catchy baseline and well-placed piano riffs make this one of the best dance tunes of the year.

The track is available to dowload now.

New Music Review: Marnie Stern- "Transparency is the new mystery"

Marnie Stern’s second single off her new album ‘Kill Rock Stars’ shows a softer, more sensitive side to the usual hard-rock New Yorker.

Her stunning guitar skills are still on show, yet she shows true soul-baring emotion in her lyrics. I challenge anyone not to be filled with compassion for the girl as she repeatedly cries “I’m not enough… I’m not enough”.

However don’t be fooled by all this emotion- the song still packs a punch- crescendo-ing into a dramatic, yet eerily unresolved ending.

Zach Hill complements her perfectly on drums with his passionate beats that help to capture the essence of this heart-wrenching tune.

Check out Marnie's Myspace page here

My picks for the MOBO awards...

In the past, the MOBO awards haven't always been one of the bigger events on the calendar.

However, with the recent surge in popularity in UK urban artists, people are definitely taking notice this year...

It will be a good night for Tinie Tempah who leads the way with four nominations- which he should win a couple of. In fact, it's a good year for the boys in general- with male artists dominating the awards.

In fact I'm a bit disappointed that only two females feature in the 'Best UK Act' category- and even them two (Leona and Alexandre Burke) came from a talent show!

I definitely think the girls need to make a big comeback at next years awards!

Anyway, below I've listed the categories and who I think should win them (highlighted).

Have your say here at the MOBO website where you can actually vote for who you want to win!

Sam
xx

NOMINEES

BEST NEWCOMER

Tinie Tempah
Professor Green
Scorcher
Lambrinth
Devlin


BEST UK R&B/SOUL

Sade
Natalie Williams
Corinne Bailey Rae
McLean
Plan B


BEST UK HIP HOP/GRIME

Giggs
Professor Green
Skepta
Akala
Wiley


BEST INTERNATIONAL ACT

Drake
Alicia Keys
Jay-Z
Rihanna
Eminem
Janelle Monae
Black Eyed Peas
Nicki Minaj
Neyo
Usher
Beyonce
Jason Derulo
Lil Wayne
Travie McCoy
Trey Songz


BEST ALBUM

Plan B- 'Defamation of Strickland Banks'
N-Dubz- 'Against All Odds'
JLS- 'JLS'
Chipmunk- 'I am Chipmunk'
Dizzee Rascal- 'Tongue in Cheek'


BEST VIDEO

Mark Ronson- 'Bang Bang Bang'
Tinie Tempah- 'Frisky'
Tinchy Stryder- 'You're not Alone'
Alesha Dixon- 'Drummer Boy'
Dizzee Rascal- 'Dirtee Disco'


BEST UK ACT

Tinie Tempah
Jay Sean
Tinchy Stryder
Taio Cruz
Chipmunk
N-Dubz
Giggs
JLS
Roll Deep
M.I.A.
Dizzee Rascal
Alexandre Burke
Sade
Plan B
Leona Lewis


BEST SONG

Taio Cruz- 'Dirty Picture'
Tinie Tempah- 'Pass Out'
N-Dubz- 'Playing With Fire'
Mark Ronson- 'Bang Bang Bang'
Professor Green- 'I Need You Tonight'

Like MGMT? Try these guys...

If you're a fan of the mighty MGMT, then I might have just found your new favourite band- Foster The People.

They have the same laid-back cool vibe as the New York band as well as some darn catchy choruses!

Check out their song 'Pumped Up Kicks' below and click here to listen to their song 'Love' on Youtube which is just as good!

Happy Listening!

Sam xx

Introducing... Mona

Okay so I've been checking out new bands before my stint of work experience at NME.com (I know!) and whilst looking through their '50 Best New Bands of 2010' article, I found Mona...

They are four guys from Nashville who say their biggest influences are Elvis, Johnny Cash and Whiskey- can't get any more country than that!

Anyway, I listened to their song 'Listen To Your Love' and did actually fall in love whilst I listened (see what did there). It's very cool and rocky and sounds a bit like the mighty Kings Of Leon.

Anyway, check out there immense vid for the track below...

Love Sam xx


Mona - Listen To Your Love

MONA | MySpace Music Videos

MOST IMPROVED: TINCHY STRYDER- IN MY SYSTEM

I really wasn't fussed about this song at first. I don't know why, but I just thought it was a bit boring and used to turn the radio station over when it came on...

HOWEVER... it miraculously grew on me and I actually really like it now.

Check it out and see what you think of it...

TRAVIE AND PRO GREEN SET TO COLLABORATE

Gym Class Hero singer Travie McCoy has revealed that he wants to team up with fellow urban star Professor Green.

The two rappers have known each other since Pro supported GCH on tour in 2008.

Travie said:

"When I was in London last week, him and I went to Shoreditch House and had a couple of ciders.

"I’ve known him a few years now. He supported Gym Class Heroes on tour and we clicked.

"We were celebrating the success of his album Alive Till I’m Dead. I’m really happy that he finally got his break, he’s a really talented kid. It would be great to join forces on a track one day."

That would actually be AMAZING right?!

PLAN B 'RETIRES' STRICKLAND BANKS

Soul rapper Plan B has revealed he will be 'retiring' his character Strickland Banks after his countrywide tour.

He said:

"He’s a soul singer who’s found success very quickly and it’s gone to his head. I’m just telling a story, a scene from my career and it won’t be around for ever.

"[Banks is] completely disconnected, a fictional creation, fictional people, no relation to my life. Now the music is so successful it’s getting harder.

"I’m like a film director. On the album cover it says Plan B presents… The Defamation of Strickland Banks. It’s me portraying this character Strickland Banks for this one project, this one album."

He revealed that he may return with a totally different vibe on his next album saying:

"It could be dubstep or reggae. We almost released a folk song. That's the thing about me. If I feel like I’ve created a great piece of music then it doesn’t matter what genre it is, I’ll put my name to it.

Folk?? Really?? Maybe he should just stick with the soulful rap...

ROBYN AND SNOOP SET TO COLLABORATE

Most unlikely musical pairing of the year award goes to...

Robyn and Snoop Dogg!

Yes, the dance songstress and the gangster rapper have been making music together- with a song called 'U Should Know Better'.

And the blonde singer said it shows a rather different side to Snoop, saying:

"I brought him into my world, so I think people wouldn't expect it from Snoop, but it's still very gangster and it's definitely a song written with him in mind."

"It's really funny, it makes him look really good."

Hmm, I'm excited to hear how it sounds...

BLACK EYED PEAS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM

BEP fans will be pleased to hear that the fantastic four-piece are releasing new material soon!

Yes, they've recorded a new album entitled 'The Beginning' which will be released at the end of this year.

Lead man Will.i.am said that this record "symbolizes growth, new beginnings and starts, fresh new perspective."

The news comes just after it was announced the BEP's single 'I've Got a Feeling' has become the best-silling digital track with 6million downloads (woah!)

The peas are on fire!

YOU NEED THIS SONG IN YOUR LIFE...

Swedish House Mafia ft. Pharell- One (Your Name)... One word- AMAZING!

SONG OF THE WEEK: DRAKE- FIND YOUR LOVE

I was a big fan of Drake's last single 'Over'- making it my Song of the Week back in May, and I'm loving his new track 'Find Your Love' just as much.

It's a more chilled sound, but definitely still as good.

Check out the track below...

GOOD TRACK ALERT!

Now I won't claim to know a lot about Crystal Castles as I haven't heard much of their stuff before, but I definitely know I like this track- Baptism. It's not my usual thing- it's a bit shouty and that, but despite that fact, I pretty much love it.

Take a listen...

EVERYONE'S TALKING ABOUT... PRO GREEN

Yes, no one knew about London rapper Professor Green last year, however with the re-surgance of British street music storming the UK market, he's the guy everyone's talking about.

He's already released two top-ten hits; 'I need you tonight' and the recent 'Just be good to Green' featuring none other than Lily Allen and now he's hitting us with a great new album: 'Alive til I'm Dead' which sees him callaborate with the likes of fellow man-of-the-moment Example and up-and-coming rap artist Maverick Sabre.

The album is quite a heavy listen with Pro delving into his past ways as a drug dealer and mentioning his late father's death, however, it is this that gives it the authenticity and the true emotion that makes it so powerful.

So far, 'Monster' (feat. Example) is proving to be the most popular with fans, however I'd have to say my favourite is 'Jungle' so far.

You can listen to the track below...



Buy Pro's album at HMV here.
Tour Dates.

FRIENDLY FIRES=AMAZING

After seeing this band perform at Wireless Festival on Sun it made me remember just how much I love them. So I thought I'd share the vid for one of my favourite songs of theirs- Skeleton Boy.

Enjoy!

JAY-Z SMASHES WIRELESS FESTIVAL

With Jay-Z as the headlining act, I knew I was in for a good day at the Wireless Festival in London's Hyde Park, however I didn't know just how much of a treat I was in for...

This festival is probably one of the most hip-hop around, which suited me perfectly! I've always been a bit more street than indie so was impressed with the line-up; featuring the likes of Lily Allen, Tinie Tempah, Wiley, Mr Hudson, Chiddy Bang and Pro Green.
It was great to go to a festival that featured lots of UK talent that are really showing the world what us Brits are made of at the moment.

First up was Mr Hudson. Although I think he's got a good voice and performed well, he always seems to never get much appreciation from the crowd, which I think is a bit harsh. However, he did get big applause for his best song, which was the anthemic 'Forever Young'.

Next up was Chipmunk, who really got the crowd going with his upbeat tunes. Higlights of the set were his first hit 'Chip-Diddy-Chip' and 'Look For Me' which saw Justin Timberlake's prodigy Esme Denters join him on stage.

Wiley and Roll Deep both got the crowd dancing with their best hit's including the catchy 'Wearing my Rolex' and Roll Deep's recent number one 'Good Times'.

Professor Green played an absolutely rammed second stage which saw hords of people trying to get in the small tent. He really should have been on the main stage!

The crowds also remained for Tine Tempah's set who was on the same stage (big mistake). I couldn't get in the tent for his set, but heard he was amazing- doing three different versions of his number 1 hit 'Pass Out' and also covering Lady Gaga's 'Bad Romance'.

Over on the third stage, Chiddy Bang got the crowd cheering. He performed his biggest hit's including 'Opposite of Adults' and 'Truth' and also did some freestyling for the rowdy festival-goers.

I happened to catch a bit of Eliza Doolittle's set over on the bandstand and she sounded really good. I predict big things from this quirky artist!

Back to the main stage, and Friendly Fires brough a bit of indie to the festival as well as some crazy dance moves from frontman Ed Macfarlane. They also had some half-naked carnival dancers that got the crowd moving to some of their hits including the amazing 'Jump In The Pool' and the quirky 'Love Sick'.

Lily Allen came on next and drew big crowds to listen to her set. She performed well but drew a few boos from the crowd when she told them off for throwing bottles.

And finally... the big man- Jay-Z hit the stage...!

He was a little late, but man was he worth it!! He performed some of the songs off his great new album 'The Blueprint 3' as well as some old-skl clasics such as '99 Problems' 'Hard-Knock Life' and 'H.O.V.A'.

He was great on each song and really got the crowd going with each new tune, however I'd have to say my favourite was the amazing 'Big Pimpin' to which he told the crowd to "take off their shirts and wave them around like they're at a carnival".

It really got everyone going and having fun and was a great sight to see!

All in all, a great festival and an amazing day, well done Wireless peeps!

Crowd favourite... Tine Tempah

Cautioned crowd... Lily Allen

SONG OF THE WEEK: STEREO LOVE- EDWARD MAYA

Okay, so it's not my usual kind of thing, but there's no doubting that this track is going to be HUGE this summer...

I mean I could sooooo imagine laying next to a pool with this blasting out with a fruity cocktail in hand (ahhh....)

But yeh, just absolutely love the accordian in this, Check it out...

SONG OF THE WEEK: DRAKE- OVER

I am absolutely in love with this tune this week... check it out:

BEYONCE'S NEW VID: 'WHY DON'T YOU LOVE ME'

Beyonce's back with her new single 'Why Don't You Love me?' and she's better than ever in this fantastic new vid!

It seems one Lady Gaga has rubbed off on Miss Knowles as she brings out her most colourful and comical video to date- with her playing the role of an american housewife- 'B.B. Homemaker'.

There's also a lot of VERY revealing outfits , including her wearing denim hotpants and an open shirt as a Daisy Duke look-a-like and a see-through courset.

How FHM didn't include Miss B in the top 50 sexiest women I really don't know!!

This is also the first video for a while when she hasn't got her two backing dancers made famous in the 'Single Ladies' vid, but she relaly doesn't need them as she's got all the charisma anyone could want in this video.

So watch out Gaga, you've got SERIOUS competition right here...

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KIDS IN GLASS HOUSES- LIVE LOUNGE

This is one of the best Live Lounge's I've heard in a while- Kids in Glass Houses's version of Marina and the Diamonds 'Hollywood'.

Check it out...

INTRODUCING... ELIZA DOOLITTLE

It's the song of the 'Very' advert... and it's just a little bit cute and summery- check it out!


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Hot Chip have always been known for their geeky-ness, so it may come as a surprise if I tell you thier new video features some scantily-clad boyband types...

But, however, it's all done in the way of mockery of the JLS boys. The guys in the vid all have silly names such as 'Popeye' and dance around with their shirts off like the four London lads.

However it is a gentle dig and is really funny in the process. The song is also amazing, so check it out!


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OMG... LADY G'S NEW VID IS LEGENDARY!

I'm not even joking, I think Lady Gaga's video for new song 'Telephone' is the biggest vid since Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'.

The 10-minute masterpiece features Miss G and Beyonce as two criminals who create havoc in their 'Pussy Wagon'.

It features some amazing costumes and some comedy moments (as well as LOTS of obvious product placements!)- making it seem like a short film.

It wouldn't even surprise me if Gaga did start bringing out movies- she's certainly got the persona for it!

It just another thing that proves Gaga is the biggest thing the music industry has seen in years. if not decades.

She's pushing the boundaries of music and doing things a millon times bigger and better than any other artist out there- it's no wonder she had exhaustion!

Good work Gaga!

Check out the amazing vid below...

OMG IT'S SABRINA!

Who's this sexy lady and where's she left her cheesy teen image?

Yes, it's Sabrina Washington, fresh out of the 'I'm a Celeb' jungle and ready to make her big pop comeback with new single 'OMG' (Oh My Gosh).

The 31-year-old has left all traces of her former look behind and become far edgier by donning dominatrix gear and hardley any clothes in her new video- which even sees her hold her dancers with chains!

Speaking about her upcoming album to 'The Sun' she said: "Yes, it is provocative and sexy. But I'm a woman now, I'm not a little girl anymore."

We can see that Sabrina!

'OMG' is out on 22nd March.

CHUUUUUUUNE!

THE GIRLS TAKE OVER AT THE BRIT AWARDS

Yes, Monday night was the lauch party for the biggest British music awards; The BRITS... and the girls stormed it!

Home-grown talents Lily Allen, Florence Welch (Florence and the machine) and Pixie Lott took three nominations each, as well as Lady Gaga who is representing the USA.

It's great news that Lily Allen is leading the pack, as she's had a great year and has recently announced that she is retiring from the music scene for a while. She is up for Best British Female Solo Artist, Best British Single for The Fear and Best British Album for 'It’s Not Me, It’s You.'

But not to worry, young Pixie Lott seems to be filling her pop boots nicely, becomming the new pop princess in the last 12 months. She is nominated for Best British Female, Best British Breakthrough Act and Best British Single for Mama Do. This tops off a great year for Pixie that has seen her reach the number one spot twice already!

Florence Welch, 23, will be up against the two starlets in the Best British Female category. She is also up for Best British Breakthrough Act and Best British Album- after her No.1 debut release, 'Lungs' has never left the charts since it appeared last summer.

Gaga has taken over the international nominees by being nominated for Best International Female Solo Artist, Best International Breakthrough Act and Best International Album, for what has been an amazing year for her.

However, there was one lady who did miss out... Susan Boyle! She was failed to be nominated, despite the biggest-selling album of the year! Poor SuBo!

However it was a good night for the JLS boys. They were thrilled to be nominated for three awards- Best British Breakthrough Act, Best British Group and Best British Single for their catchy Beat Again.

The night sets to be a great ceremony, with acts confirming to perform on the night including Kasabian, JLS, Dizzee Rascal (who will perform a duet with Florence and the Machine), Lady Gaga and Robbie Williams- who has being given the Outstanding Achievement Award.

All in all sounds like it'll be a good night! Can't wait!

Check out the full nominee list below...

British Male Solo Artist; Calvin Harris, Dizzee Rascal, Mika Island, Paolo Nutini,Robbie Williams

British Female Solo Artist; Bat for Lashes, Florence And The Machine, Leona Lewis,Lily Allen, Pixie Lott

British Breakthrough Act; Florence and the Machine, Friendly Fires, JLS,La Roux, Pixie Lott

British Group; Doves, Friendly Fires, JLS, Kasabian, Muse

MasterCard British Album; Dizzee Rascal - Tongue 'n’ Cheek, Florence and the Machine - Lungs, Kasabian - West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum, Lily Allen - It’s Not Me, It’s You, Paolo Nutini - Sunny Side Up

British Single; Alesha Dixon - Breathe, Alexandra Burke Ft Flo Rida - Bad Boys,Cheryl Cole - Fight For This Love, Joe McElderry - The Climb, JLS - Beat Again,La Roux - In For The Kill, Lily Allen - The Fear, Pixie Lott - Mama Do, Taio Cruz - Break Your Heart, Tinchy Stryder Ft N-Dubz - Number 1

International Male Solo Artist; Bruce Springsteen, Eminem, Jay-Z, Michael Bublé, Seasick Steve

International Female Solo Artist; Lady Gaga, Ladyhawke, Norah Jones,Rihanna, Shakira

International Breakthrough Act; Animal Collective, Daniel Merriweather,Empire of the Sun, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift

International Album; Animal Collective - Merriweather Post Pavilion, Black Eyed Peas - The E.N.D., Empire of the Sun - Walking on a Dream, Jay-Z - The Blueprint 3,Lady Gaga - The Fame

Most Memorable Brits Performance of 30 Years; Bee Gees - Stayin’ Alive/How Deep is Your Love (1997), Bros - I Owe you Nothing (1989), Coldplay - Clocks (2003), Eurythmics & Stevie Wonder - Angel (1999), Girls Aloud - The Promise (2009), Kanye West - Gold Digger (2006), Kylie Minogue - Can’t Get You Out Of My Head (2002), Michael Jackson - Earth Song (1996), Paul McCartney - Live & Let Die (2008), Pet Shop Boys - Go West (1994), Robbie Williams & Tom Jones - The Full Monty Medley (1998), Scissor Sisters - Take Your Mama (2005), Spice Girls - Wannabe/ Who Do You Think You Are (1997), Take That - Beatles Medley I Wanna Hold Your Hand/ Hard Day’s Night/ She Loves Me (1994), The Who - Who Are You (1988)

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