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    The Best of the 2012 Summer Tours

    There's plenty for fans of all kinds of pop and non-pop music to enjoy this summer. The Rolling Stones may not be joining us for an extended route, but the Beach Boys and Crosby, Stills and Nash will pick up th…

    • JD McPherson: Rhythm, Blues And ‘The Tyranny Of The Artist Statement’
      JD McPherson: Rhythm, Blues And ‘The Tyranny Of The Artist Statement’ The New Now

      Oklahoma native JD McPherson and his slick backing band of Chicago-based musicians had people lining up around the block at the Echo in Los Angeles for … More »JD McPherson: Rhythm, Blues And ‘The Tyranny Of The Artist Statement’

      JD McPherson: Rhythm, Blues And ‘The Tyranny Of The Artist Statement’

      Oklahoma native JD McPherson and his slick backing band of Chicago-based musicians had people lining up around the block at the Echo in Los Angeles for a show that even guest listed people couldn't get into. And no wonder: The show from his sold-out West Coast tour in June was fresh off a performance on [...]

    • This film image released by Paramount Pictures shows Katy Perry performing with dancers in a scene from her 3D film, "Katy Perry: Part of Me." (AP Photo/Paramount Pictures)
      Katy Perry’s Candy-Coated Tour Documentary ‘Part Of Me’: Y! Exclusive Interview! As Heard On...

      From commanding enormous crowds in full-stage get-ups to makeupless and alone in tears, Katy Perry's behind-the-scenes 3D documentary Katy Perry: Part … More »Katy Perry’s Candy-Coated Tour Documentary ‘Part Of Me’: Y! Exclusive Interview!

      This film image released by Paramount Pictures shows Katy Perry performing with dancers in a scene from her 3D film, "Katy Perry: Part of Me." (AP Photo/Paramount Pictures)

      From commanding enormous crowds in full-stage get-ups to makeupless and alone in tears, Katy Perry's behind-the-scenes 3D documentary Katy Perry: Part Of Me takes the viewer inside her 2011 California Dreams tour as she traverses expansive career highs and personal lows during 124  grueling shows. Her very own Truth or …

    • Live at the Idol Tour Rehearsals, Part 3: Jessica, Joshua & Hollie
      Jedward Summer Madness is Here! Watch “A Girl Like You” Reality Rocks

      "X Factor U.K." wondertwins John and Edward Grimes, aka J*E*D*W*A*R*D, may hail from Ireland, but there is possibly nothing more all-American than their … More »Jedward Summer Madness is Here! Watch “A Girl Like You”

      Live at the Idol Tour Rehearsals, Part 3: Jessica, Joshua & Hollie

      "X Factor U.K." wondertwins John and Edward Grimes, aka J*E*D*W*A*R*D, may hail from Ireland, but there is possibly nothing more all-American than their new "A Girl Like You" video. The summertime romp features the Sun-Inn'd streaked-and-tipped golden boys frolicking on the beach and in the streets of Anytown, USA, while …

    • The #1 Summer Hits of the 2000s
      The #1 Summer Hits of the 2000s List Of The Day

      Throughout the past 12 summers (2000-2011), there have been quite a few songs that dominated the charts like they owned them. This list contains the songs … More »The #1 Summer Hits of the 2000s

      The #1 Summer Hits of the 2000s

      Throughout the past 12 summers (2000-2011), there have been quite a few songs that dominated the charts like they owned them. This list contains the songs that held the #1 spot on the Billboard Pop Charts for the most amount of weeks during the summer. That said, some songs began their chokehold on the #1 [...]

    • The Ten Worst One-Hit Wonders of Summer
      The Ten Worst One-Hit Wonders of Summer List Of The Day

      Every summer has those inescapable songs. "Summer In the City," "Hot Fun In the Summertime" or someone, likely Janis Joplin, singing Gershwin's "Summertime." … More »The Ten Worst One-Hit Wonders of Summer

      The Ten Worst One-Hit Wonders of Summer

      Every summer has those inescapable songs. "Summer In the City," "Hot Fun In the Summertime" or someone, likely Janis Joplin, singing Gershwin's "Summertime." While who doesn't think of sandy beaches and ocean waves when hearing the Beach Boys? Nelly nailed it in 2002 with "Hot In Herre," which no matter how you feel about …

    • 2012′s Essential Summer Festivals
      2012′s Essential Summer Festivals List Of The Day

      Summertime is the right time for outdoor festivals, since people not living in the South get understandably annoyed at being outside in January. Bands … More »2012′s Essential Summer Festivals

      2012′s Essential Summer Festivals

      Summertime is the right time for outdoor festivals, since people not living in the South get understandably annoyed at being outside in January. Bands like it, too. They get to be a part of something bigger than themselves and they get to catch a lot of musicians that they otherwise wouldn't be able to see [...]

    • Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe”: Song of Summer 2012?
      Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe”: Song of Summer 2012? The New Now

      Although plenty of people would wish it so, you'd be hard-pressed to avoid the unbelievably catchy pop phenomenon that is Canadian singer Carly Rae Jepsen's … More »Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe”: Song of Summer 2012?

      Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe”: Song of Summer 2012?

      Although plenty of people would wish it so, you'd be hard-pressed to avoid the unbelievably catchy pop phenomenon that is Canadian singer Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe." With a danceable rhythm, lyrics that will sear themselves into your brain, and backing from superstar Justin Bieber (and his powerful friends), it …

    • 1967 — The Year That Brought Us The Summer of Love!
      1967 — The Year That Brought Us The Summer of Love! List Of The Day

      I'm sure AARP Magazine is working up a 45th Anniversary of The Summer of Love special, a dry run for the big 50th Anniversary coming up in -- let's see … More »1967 — The Year That Brought Us The Summer of Love!

      1967 — The Year That Brought Us The Summer of Love!

      I'm sure AARP Magazine is working up a 45th Anniversary of The Summer of Love special, a dry run for the big 50th Anniversary coming up in -- let's see if my math is right -- five years. Though the chances are good that if you were of a certain age you were busy working [...]

    • Chart Watch Extra: The Biggest Songs Of Summer
      Chart Watch Extra: The Biggest Songs Of Summer Chart Watch

      If music is the soundtrack of our lives, that's especially true in the summer. The radio is a constant companion at backyard barbeques, pool parties and … More »Chart Watch Extra: The Biggest Songs Of Summer

      Chart Watch Extra: The Biggest Songs Of Summer

      If music is the soundtrack of our lives, that's especially true in the summer. The radio is a constant companion at backyard barbeques, pool parties and road trips. You'll probably always associate "Umbrella" by Rihanna featuring Jay-Z with the summer of 2007, just as, if you're old enough, you'll link the Emotions' "Best …

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      The 50 Greatest Summer Songs! As Heard On...

      It's a well-known fact that the act of humming helps alleviate the effects of severe summer heat. And if you swallow that, you may also believe it when … More »The 50 Greatest Summer Songs!

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      It's a well-known fact that the act of humming helps alleviate the effects of severe summer heat. And if you swallow that, you may also believe it when we assure that there was an entirely scientific basis for this ranking of the 50 greatest summer songs of all time! Before you protest, know that we [...]

    • Will Smith And Jazzy Jeff Perform ‘Summertime’ At ‘Men In Black III’ Afterparty
      Will Smith And Jazzy Jeff Perform ‘Summertime’ At ‘Men In Black III’ Afterparty Hip-Hop Media Training

      Will Smith is on a mission to prove that he hasn't lost his ability to rap. The "Men In Black III" star seized an opportunity to perform a few of his classic … More »Will Smith And Jazzy Jeff Perform ‘Summertime’ At ‘Men In Black III’ Afterparty

      Will Smith And Jazzy Jeff Perform ‘Summertime’ At ‘Men In Black III’ Afterparty

      Will Smith is on a mission to prove that he hasn't lost his ability to rap. The "Men In Black III" star seized an opportunity to perform a few of his classic rap songs Wednesday night in New York at the movie premiere afterparty. [Related: 'Men In Black III' photos] According to reports, the artist [...]

    • Madonna Disses Gaga With “Express Yourself” / “Born This Way” Medley
      Madonna Disses Gaga With “Express Yourself” / “Born This Way” Medley Maximum Performance

      The sonic similarities between Lady Gaga's 2011 hit "Born This Way" and Madonna's 1989 hit "Express Yourself" haven't gone unnoticed by well, anyone, really--including … More »Madonna Disses Gaga With “Express Yourself” / “Born This Way” Medley

      Madonna Disses Gaga With “Express Yourself” / “Born This Way” Medley

      The sonic similarities between Lady Gaga's 2011 hit "Born This Way" and Madonna's 1989 hit "Express Yourself" haven't gone unnoticed by well, anyone, really--including Madge herself, who earlier this year told Newsweek: "I thought [when I heard 'Born This Way'], this is a wonderful way to redo my song ['Express Yourself']. …