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  1. Earshot
    Kanye West Plays New Songs on 'SNL', Album Title Teased (Video)

    Kanye West Plays New Songs on 'SNL', Album Title Teased (Video)

    9:12 am PDT 5/19/2013
    • Billboard Staff
    • THR Staff
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    The performance included tracks "Black Skinhead" and "New Slaves." READ MORE

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  2. 'Undercover Angel' Singer Alan O'Day Dies at 72

    'Undercover Angel' Singer Alan O'Day Dies at 72

    9:00 am PDT 5/19/2013
    • Marc Schneider, Billboard
    • THR Staff
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    After crafting popular songs for artists like the Righteous Brothers and Helen Reddy, he scored a No. 1 hit of his own in 1977. READ MORE

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  3. Idol Worship
    Watch Video 'American Idol' Without Randy Jackson? Alums Weigh In (Video)

    'American Idol' Without Randy Jackson? Alums Weigh In (Video)

    9:00 am PDT 5/18/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Among the finalists praising the departing judge on the season 12 finale red carpet: season six's Blake Lewis and Chris Richardson, season nine's Lee DeWyze and season 11's Jessica Sanchez. READ MORE

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    George Strait and Demi Lovato Bound for Top Three on Billboard 200

    George Strait and Demi Lovato Bound for Top Three on Billboard 200

    7:20 am PDT 5/18/2013
    • Keith Caulfield, Billboard
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    However, the No. 1 position next week will likely be owned by Vampire Weekend's "Modern Vampires of the City," with perhaps 130,000 copies sold. READ MORE

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  5. Idol Worship
    Watch Video 'American Idol' Winner Candice Glover: 'I'm the Poster Child for Perseverance' (Video)

    'American Idol' Winner Candice Glover: 'I'm the Poster Child for Perseverance' (Video)

    10:45 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The newly crowned season 12 winner talks to THR moments after her win. READ MORE

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  6. Cannes: Former EMI Boss Launches Entertainment Finance, Production Venture

    Cannes: Former EMI Boss Launches Entertainment Finance, Production Venture

    10:00 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    Wentworth Media & Arts, from Eric Nicoli and three partners, wants to become a player in independent film and beyond. READ MORE

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  7. Cannes: L.A. Film Noir With Smiths Tunes Hits The Market (Exclusive)

    Cannes: L.A. Film Noir With Smiths Tunes Hits The Market (Exclusive)

    9:00 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Stuart Kemp
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    The movie will be the sophmore outing for LA-based British filmmaker Trevor Miller will direct with London music impresario Sean McLusky with U.S. banner Brink films co-producing. READ MORE

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  8. Jimmy Iovine Talks Bruce Springsteen, Recites R. Kelly at USC Commencement

    Jimmy Iovine Talks Bruce Springsteen, Recites R. Kelly at USC Commencement

    9:00 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Colin Stutz
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    Joining the Interscope Records chief and Beats Electronics co-founder in delivering a final address to graduates of the class of 2013: rapper, producer and mogul Dr. Dre. READ MORE

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  9. Idol Worship
    Watch Video Adam Lambert: 'American Idol' Judge? (Video)

    Adam Lambert: 'American Idol' Judge? (Video)

    8:00 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
    • Shirley Halperin
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    "Where do I sign?" the season eight runner-up cracked to reporters following his performance on the season 12 finale. READ MORE

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  10. Idol Worship
    'American Idol' Finale's Ratings Free Fall: What Went Wrong

    'American Idol' Finale's Ratings Free Fall: What Went Wrong

    6:45 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    With a median age of 51.2 during season 12, "It's become your grandparents' 'American Idol,'" says media analyst Brad Adgate. READ MORE

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    It's Official: 'The Voice' Bringing Back Original Coaches for Season 5

    It's Official: 'The Voice' Bringing Back Original Coaches for Season 5

    1:45 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Philiana Ng
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    CeeLo Green and Christina Aguilera will return this fall, with Shakira and Usher back for season 6. READ MORE

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    Britney Spears' 'Smurfs 2' Single 'Ooh La La' Hits the Web

    Britney Spears' 'Smurfs 2' Single 'Ooh La La' Hits the Web

    1:19 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Jason Lipshutz, Billboard
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    Dr. Luke, Ammo and Cirkut produced the sugary sweet pop track. READ MORE

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    Beyonce Pregnant With Second Child (Report)

    Beyonce Pregnant With Second Child (Report)

    1:05 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Erin Carlson
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    The 31-year-old superstar is expecting baby No. 2 with Jay-Z, according to reports. READ MORE

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  14. WWE Can't Escape Copyright Lawsuit Over Wrestler Entrance Music

    1:03 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Eriq Gardner
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    A judge says that the WWE does business in Texas, so it will have to face off there against the guy who "pioneered" giving wrestlers songs to walk into the ring to. READ MORE

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    Daft Punk's 'Random Access Memories' Heading for Big Sales

    Daft Punk's 'Random Access Memories' Heading for Big Sales

    12:56 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Keith Caulfield, Billboard
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    Industry sources suggest the album, due out on May 21, may sell between 250,000 and 300,000 copies in its first week. READ MORE

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    Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Goes Solo

    Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Goes Solo

    12:36 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The country superstar is working with producer Rick Rubin on the album, due out this fall. READ MORE

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  17. Idol Worship
    'American Idol': Is Nicki Minaj 'Too Risque' for the Show?

    'American Idol': Is Nicki Minaj 'Too Risque' for the Show?

    12:30 pm PDT 5/17/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Why didn't the rapper-turned-judge perform on the season 12 finale? "I wasn't allowed," she said. READ MORE

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  18. Idol Worship
    Tim McGraw Critiques Keith Urban's 'Idol' Judging Skills

    Tim McGraw Critiques Keith Urban's 'Idol' Judging Skills

    11:31 am PDT 5/17/2013
    • Erin Carlson
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    The country superstar also dismisses the idea of joining the judges' panel himself: "I don't think I'd be diplomatic enough." READ MORE

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  19. Carole King to Receive Gershwin Prize at Star-Studded White House Concert

    Carole King to Receive Gershwin Prize at Star-Studded White House Concert

    10:05 am PDT 5/17/2013
    • Tina Daunt
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    King, a longtime Democratic activist, also will appear at a Library of Congress ceremony next week honoring her contribution to popular music. READ MORE

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  20. Justin Bieber Faces Bill Over Quarantined Monkey in Germany

    Justin Bieber Faces Bill Over Quarantined Monkey in Germany

    9:26 am PDT 5/17/2013
    • Associated Press
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    The singer will have to pay thousands for the pet's two-month stay even if he doesn't take the animal back. READ MORE

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For the week ending 05/12/2013 Source: Billboard
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Golden - Lady Antebellum
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The Great Gatsby - Soundtrack
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Now 46 - Various Artists
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To Be Loved - Michael Buble
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Annie Up - Pistol Annies
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The 20/20 Experience - Justin Timberlake
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Time - Rod Stewart
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Life on a Rock - Kenny Chesney
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Based on a True Story... - Blake Shelton
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Unorthodox Jukebox - Bruno Mars
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