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  1. Jay Z: I'm Being 'Demonized' For Barneys Partnership

    Jay Z: I'm Being 'Demonized' For Barneys Partnership

    5:08 pm PDT 10/26/2013
    • The Associated Press
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    The rap mogul, who is collaborating with the luxury store for a holidays collection, says he is being unfairly criticized for not speaking out after Barneys was accused of racial profiling. READ MORE

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    Colbie Caillat, Rascal Flatts to Perform National Anthem at World Series Games

    Colbie Caillat, Rascal Flatts to Perform National Anthem at World Series Games

    2:20 pm PDT 10/26/2013
    • Kevin Rutherford, Billboard
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    Mary J. Blige and James Taylor performed for game 1 and 2. READ MORE

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  3. No Curfew: Diplo Spins, Shills New 'Munchie Meals' to Hungry Hollywood Rave-Goers

    No Curfew: Diplo Spins, Shills New 'Munchie Meals' to Hungry Hollywood Rave-Goers

    11:22 am PDT 10/26/2013
    • Kyle Jaeger
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    Strobe lights synced with performances at the Wednesday night event, held at LA Live's Club Nokia. READ MORE

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  4. Rockstar Music Head on 'Grand Theft Auto V': We've Topped What's Come Before (Audio)

    Rockstar Music Head on 'Grand Theft Auto V': We've Topped What's Come Before (Audio)

    9:00 am PDT 10/26/2013
    • Colin Stutz
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    Ivan Pavlovich tells THR how they landed top talent for the megahit's soundtrack, and chronicles the challenges the team faced to seamlessly combine radio music with the game's immersive score. READ MORE

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  5. Sales of TLC's '20' Surge 200 Percent After VH1 Biopic Premiere

    Sales of TLC's '20' Surge 200 Percent After VH1 Biopic Premiere

    7:03 am PDT 10/26/2013
    • Keith Caulfield, Billboard
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    The group's greatest hits album might sell around 15,000 to 20,000 copies by the end of the tracking week. READ MORE

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    Malaysia Bans Ke$ha Concert, Cites 'Culture' Clash

    Malaysia Bans Ke$ha Concert, Cites 'Culture' Clash

    6:35 am PDT 10/26/2013
    • The Associated Press
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    The artist and her team had previously agreed to modify their planned show, including making changes to her song lyrics and wardrobe. READ MORE

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    Watch Video 'Duck Dynasty' Family to Release Christmas Album

    'Duck Dynasty' Family to Release Christmas Album

    7:23 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Kevin Rutherford, Billboard
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    The A&E reality stars will release their first album, "Duck the Halls: A Robertson Family Christmas," on Oct. 29. READ MORE

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    Watch Video Johnny Depp, Meryl Streep Cameo in Paul McCartney's 'Queenie Eye' (Video)

    Johnny Depp, Meryl Streep Cameo in Paul McCartney's 'Queenie Eye' (Video)

    5:26 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Stephanie Chan
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    The musician's newest music clip also features actor Jude Law and supermodel Kate Moss. READ MORE

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  9. Watch Video Morgan Freeman Gives Dramatic Reading of Ylvis' 'The Fox' (Video)

    Morgan Freeman Gives Dramatic Reading of Ylvis' 'The Fox' (Video)

    4:21 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Aaron Couch
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    The actor's "Last Vegas" costar Robert De Niro tackles Miley Cyrus' "Wrecking Ball," while Michael Douglas takes on Alison Gold's "Chinese Food." READ MORE

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    Quincy Jones Files $10M Lawsuit Over Michael Jackson Music (Exclusive)

    Quincy Jones Files $10M Lawsuit Over Michael Jackson Music (Exclusive)

    4:20 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Eriq Gardner
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    The producer of the singer's most famous work alleges "clandestine agreements" intended to deprive him of full royalties owed from posthumous releases. READ MORE

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  11. Desmond Child Elected to ASCAP Board of Directors

    Desmond Child Elected to ASCAP Board of Directors

    3:32 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Billboard Staff
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    The Grammy-winning songwriter-producer replaces jazz composer George Duke, who recently passed away. READ MORE

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    Britney Spears Unveils 'Britney Jean' Album Art With Personal Letter

    Britney Spears Unveils 'Britney Jean' Album Art With Personal Letter

    2:36 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    "I poured my heart and soul into this album and it's been an incredible journey," the pop star writes. READ MORE

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  13. Russian Social Networking Site Vkontakte Wins Copyright Case Against Music Label

    1:08 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Vladimir Kozlov
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    Meanwhile, the company plans to create a paid music service. READ MORE

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  14. 'The Counselor' Soundtrack: A Song-by-Song Walkthrough With Composer Daniel Pemberton

    'The Counselor' Soundtrack: A Song-by-Song Walkthrough With Composer Daniel Pemberton

    12:31 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Matt Patches
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    From "Blade Runner" to spaghetti westerns, Ridley Scott's personal pick runs down the inspirations for one of the most diverse, spine-tingling scores of the year. READ MORE

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    Fox Cuts 'American Idol' Results to Half-Hour, Slots 'Surviving Jack' on Thursdays

    Fox Cuts 'American Idol' Results to Half-Hour, Slots 'Surviving Jack' on Thursdays

    12:11 pm PDT 10/25/2013
    • Michael O'Connell
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    The network's midseason starts to take shape, as the veteran competition takes a cue from "Dancing With the Stars" by reducing its elimination hour and "The Following" gets a return date. READ MORE

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  16. Earshot
    Watch Video First Listen: Cold War Kids' 'Dallas Buyers Club' Song (Exclusive Audio)

    First Listen: Cold War Kids' 'Dallas Buyers Club' Song (Exclusive Audio)

    11:15 am PDT 10/25/2013
    • Philiana Ng
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    THR premieres a track from the Focus film's soundtrack. READ MORE

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    Watch Video Arcade Fire's 'Reflektor' Streaming Early on YouTube

    Arcade Fire's 'Reflektor' Streaming Early on YouTube

    9:08 am PDT 10/25/2013
    • Kevin Rutherford, Billboard
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    The band's fourth studio album is set to be released on Tuesday. READ MORE

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    Kings of Leon Announce 'Mechanical Bull' Tour Dates

    Kings of Leon Announce 'Mechanical Bull' Tour Dates

    7:26 am PDT 10/25/2013
    • Chris Payne, Billboard
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    Rockers plan string of 2014 concerts with Gary Clark Jr. READ MORE

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    Guided By Voices Vs. Ex-Drummer: Nobody 'Gave a Shit Who Was Behind That Kit'

    Guided By Voices Vs. Ex-Drummer: Nobody 'Gave a Shit Who Was Behind That Kit'

    6:00 am PDT 10/25/2013
    • Kevin Rutherford, Billboard
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    An Ebay listing with a $55,000 price tag has infuriated the frontman for the veteran indie rock band. READ MORE

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  20. Live Nation Acquires New Orleans' Voodoo Music & Arts Experience

    Live Nation Acquires New Orleans' Voodoo Music & Arts Experience

    11:16 pm PDT 10/24/2013
    • Billboard Staff
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    The fest celebrates its 15th anniversary in November with performances by Kid Rock, Pearl Jam, Nine Inch Nails, Calvin Harris and Paramore, among others. READ MORE

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Top Albums

For the week ending 10/20/2013 Source: Billboard
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Lightning Bolt - Pearl Jam
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Bangerz - Miley Cyrus
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New - Paul McCartney
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Nothing Was the Same - Drake
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Magpie and the Dandelion - The Avett Brothers
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See You Tonight - Scotty McCreery
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Pure Herione - Lorde
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Closer to the Truth - Cher
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To All the Girls... - Willie Nelson
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Let's Be Still - The Head and the Heart
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