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  1. 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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    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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    '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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  7. 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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  10. 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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    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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  12. 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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  13. 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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    'American Idol' Runner-Up Kree Harrison: 'The Next Step Is the Best Part'

    'American Idol' Runner-Up Kree Harrison: 'The Next Step Is the Best Part'

    6:00 am PDT 5/17/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    “I don't want to put myself in a box now -- whatever it is, it will be Kree," says the season 12 finalist of her forthcoming, as-yet-unscheduled album. READ MORE

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    'American Idol' Candice Glover: 'I’m Still Trying to Process the Whole Thing'

    'American Idol' Candice Glover: 'I’m Still Trying to Process the Whole Thing'

    6:00 am PDT 5/17/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The third audition proved to be the charm for the South Carolina native, who said she came close to giving up. “I remember at one point thinking, 'American Idol' obviously doesn't want me, so why would I go back?'” READ MORE

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    'American Idol' Season 12 Finale: Adam Lambert Tops 5 Best Moments

    'American Idol' Season 12 Finale: Adam Lambert Tops 5 Best Moments

    8:48 pm PDT 5/16/2013
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Stellar performances, laugh-out-loud skits and one priceless dig at "The Voice" were among the highlights of the 2013 closer. READ MORE

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    Debut Album by 'American Idol' Candice Glover Gets Title, Release Date

    Debut Album by 'American Idol' Candice Glover Gets Title, Release Date

    8:18 pm PDT 5/16/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    "Music Speaks," the season 12 winner's full-length, will be out this summer. READ MORE

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    'American Idol' Season 12 Winner Revealed

    'American Idol' Season 12 Winner Revealed

    7:09 pm PDT 5/16/2013
    • Erin Carlson
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    Let the confetti rain! The finale match-up between Kree Harrison and Candice Glover comes to a bittersweet end amid the departure of show veteran Randy Jackson. READ MORE

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    'American Idol': Winner's Album to be Released in Summer

    'American Idol': Winner's Album to be Released in Summer

    6:45 pm PDT 5/16/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    According to sources, the season 12 victor could have a debut out by July. READ MORE

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  20. Billboard Music Awards Playlist and Collaborations Revealed

    Billboard Music Awards Playlist and Collaborations Revealed

    3:23 pm PDT 5/16/2013
    • Billboard Staff
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    Will.i.am and Justin Bieber will team up for "That Power"; Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne for "High School"; Christina Aguilera, Pitbull and a surprise guest will "Feel This Moment" at May 19 event. READ MORE

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Modern Vampires of the City - Vampire Weekend
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Love is Everything - George Strait
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Demi - Demi Lovato
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The Great Gatsby - Soundtrack
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Golden - Lady Antebellum
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Now 46 - Various Artists
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The 20/20 Experience - Justin Timberlake
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To Be Loved - Michael Buble
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Annie Up - Pistol Annies
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Based on a True Story... - Blake Shelton
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