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  • 'N SYNC Added to 'Saturday Night Live' Reunion Show: Group Hints at Performance on Twitter

    "Saturday Night Live's" reunion show tonight, Feb. 15, is already a star-studded event. Former cast members like Amy Poehler, Bill Murray and David Spade will be in attendance, in addition to some of the show's favorite hosts. Justin Timberlake, who has hosted "SNL" five times, will also be there, and it sounds like he will be performing with his former boy band 'N SYNC. According to "Rolling Stone," the group's official Twitter has been dropping hints about a live reunion and performance during the show.

  • YouTube Celebrates 10th Anniversary: Psy, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and More Have Most-Viewed Videos

    It's fitting that Valentine's Day this year also coincides with the 10th anniversary of YouTube because everyone all over the world loves the video sharing platform. On Feb. 14, 2005, three former Paypal employees activated the YouTube domain name and forever changed the way people consume popular culture. The website has played a huge role in helping artists get noticed (Justin Bieber) and has become the MTV for millennials, with artists often debuting music videos through the site. It's even responsible for spreading cultural phenomenons like Psy's "Gangnam Style."

  • Kanye West, Travi$ Scott, ILoveMakonnen Join Drake Onstage at the Sprite Concert in New York City [WATCH]

    Although he just released a surprise album, Drake decided to borrow a few songs from some friends last night (Feb. 13) at the Sprite Concert in New York City ahead of the NBA All-Star weekend. Drizzy tried out Kanye West's "Only One" and "FourFiveSeconds" solo before the "Jesus Walks" rapper joined him for "I Don't Like." Travi$ Scott and ILoveMakkonnen also hit the stage with Drake before Nas took over.

  • 50 Cent, Jack White, Miley Cyrus Will Also Appear on Upcoming 'Saturday Night Live' Reunion Show

    During the Super Bowl, commercials for the upcoming Saturday Night Live reunion aired, announcing the return of some of the show's favorite comedians and hosts. Musical guests like Kanye West, Taylor Swift and Justin Timberlake will also be included in Sunday's festivities. E! recently shared a full list of talent for the show that includes 50 Cent, Jack White and Miley Cyrus, among many others.

  • 'American Idol' Season 14 Recap & Review: 5 of the Best Solo Performances from Hollywood

    "It's A-Game or Plan-B." That was the introductory message for tonight's (Feb. 12) episode. The group performances were over and contestants had to face Jennifer Lopez, Harry Connick Jr. and Keith Urban solo. This time, they were accompanied by a house band, making song choice all the more important. Some rose to the challenge. Others weren't so lucky.

  • Snoop Dogg, Method Man, Killswitch Engage Contribute Songs to New 'Game of Thrones' Mixtape

    Snoop Dogg and Method Man are among two rap artists who will contribute tracks to the "Game of Thrones" compilation, 'Catch the Throne: The Mixtape, Vol. 2.' On the other end of the musical spectrum, metal acts like Anthrax and Killswitch Engage will also be featured on the 15-track effort. The popular HBO series returns April 2 and each song from the mixtape, out in March, will be used during the show's fifth season.

  • Def Leppard, Styx and Tesla Announce Huge North American Summer Tour [FULL SCHEDULE]

    What would summer be without some of rock's elder statesmen getting together and touring? This year the trio consists of Def Leppard, Styx and Tesla. There will be more than enough chances to catch the bands, as they will be on the road from June until October. The North American tour kicks off in Tampa, Florida, and will wrap 47 gigs later in Bismarck, North Dakota, "Billboard" noted.

  • Snoop Dogg, Trey Songz and YG Slam the Grammys for Not Nominating Artists That Best Represent Rap and Hip-Hop

    The 2015 Grammy Awards drew some tough critics. Kanye West led the charge, storming the stage when Beck won the the award for Album of the Year over Beyoncé and going on a rant after the show. Most of the rap and hip-hop community felt let down this year and they weren't afraid to post online about it. Snoop Dogg was particularly upset, citing the fact that some of the genre's greats have less wins then Macklemore. YG and Trey Songz joined in, but they were arguing on a personal level.

  • Second 'Pitch Perfect 2' Trailer Features Songs by Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus [WATCH]

    The second trailer for "Pitch Perfect 2" dropped today (Feb. 10) and it further proves that Beyoncé's reign over all areas of pop culture is just beginning. Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson and the rest of their female a capella group take on Bey's "Run the World (Girls)" from her fourth studio effort, '4.' The trailer also kicks off with a botched attempt at Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball" thanks to a wardrobe malfunction by Wilson's Fat Amy.

  • Mannie Fresh Thinks Lil Wayne Has Outgrown Birdman and Cash Money Records

    Mannie Fresh was somewhat of a mentor to Lil Wayne. He helped Weezy in the studio early on and his influence on the Cash Money Records brand is undeniable. That relationship puts Fresh in a unique position to be able to talk about Wayne's recent beef with the label with some authority. The hip-hop producer spoke to the Associated Press before the Grammys, saying Wayne has outgrown Birdman and CM.

  • Joni Mitchell Explains Why She Doesn't Want Taylor Swift to Play Her in a Biopic

    Bad things sometimes happen to Taylor Swift. Back in November, Joni Mitchell explained that she did not want the young pop star portraying her in a biopic that was also slated to include the stories of Carole King and Carly Simon. Swift had reportedly been signed on to the film, based on the book Girls Like Us, since 2012, but Mitchell didn't see it working with the "Shake It Off" singer. In a recent interview with New York Magazine, the folk legend explained why.

  • Beyoncé Talks Personal, Political Connection to "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" Grammy Performance [WATCH]

    Despite losing the Album of the Year award to Beck, Beyoncé reigned supreme in the performance realm of the Grammys. She introduced the gospel standard "Take My Hand, Precious Lord" to a legion of pop fans and followers in a show-stopping tribute to the civil rights movement. Bey talked about the political message of the song following the ceremony in a video clip, revealing her personal connection to the standard as well.

  • Grammys 2015: In Memoriam Tribute Forgets Wayne Static, Dave Brockie, Raphael Ravenscroft & More

    The music world lost plenty of talented people in 2014, most of whom were honored during the In Memoriam section of the Grammys last night. Among some of the more notable names were Joe Cocker, Pete Seeger and Robin Williams, but The Recording Academy forgot a few others. Wayne Static of Static-X fame was not included during the tribute in addition to GWAR frontman Dave Brockie (Oderus Urungus), saxophonist Raphael Ravenscroft, and a few others

  • Grammys 2015: Prince Steals Show With Political Album of the Year Intro and Orange Jumpsuit

    Prince walked onto the 2015 Grammys stage with more purpose and swagger than any contemporary pop princess or rap genius sitting in the front rows of the Staples Center last night, Feb. 8. The "Purple Rain" singer was there to present the award for Album of the Year and stole the show with his orange jumpsuit and superb smirk. Prince was able to sum up the category and, for that matter, the current state of music while dropping an educational, political and cultural bomb in the process.

  • Grammys 2015: Beck Responds to Kanye West's Album of the Year Defense of Beyoncé

    Beck, along with most people watching the 2015 Grammys, thought Beyoncé should have won Album of the Year for her self-titled release. Kanye West took the questionable route of jumping onstage during Beck's acceptance, but the "Morning Phase" singer was perfectly fine with it. West continued to be critical of the choice and Beck after the show, but the alternative singer-songwriter told E! that he understands the rapper's frustrations. He even paid West a few compliments.

  • Birdman Denied Access to Nicki Minaj Pre-Grammys Party in Hollywood [WATCH]

    Birdman couldn't make it past security Saturday night (Feb. 7) when he made his way to Nicki Minaj's pre-Grammys party in Hollywood. TMZ was on the scene to capture video of the Cash Money Records founder being denied entrance to the club. Security guards stopped Baby and his entourage before Los Angeles police officers were called over to help.

  • Grammys 2015: 'Who Is Beck' Trends on Twitter After 'Morning Phase' Beats Out 'Beyoncé' for Album of the Year

    Following Beck's big upset over Beyoncé for Album of the Year, confused millennials flocked to Twitter in order to joke about the win and find out about the artist. "Who is Beck" had a brief but impressive trending stint on the social media site during the tail end of the 2015 Grammys. Beck supporters took to Twitter to help out the BeyHive and enlighten them as to who the "Morning Phase" artist is.

  • First Official N.W.A 'Straight Outta Compton' Trailer Surfaces: Dr. Dre and Ice Cube Introduce High-Energy Clip [WATCH]

    The first full, official trailer for the highly anticipated N.W.A biopic "Straight Outta Compton" dropped recently, and it will have fans begging for more. Dr. Dre and Ice Cube introduce the film as something of a necessity nowadays with all the violence in black communities stemming from distrust of law enforcement. "The same thing that we was going through in the '80s with the police, people going through right now," Cube said as the pair rolled through Compton. "It's a good time for us to tell our story," Dre added.
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