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    Watch Video From The Twist to Gangnam Style: 5 Pop Culture Dances (Video)

    From The Twist to Gangnam Style: 5 Pop Culture Dances (Video)

    8:00 pm PST 11/18/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
    • Shirley Halperin
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    MC Hammer made a surprise appearance with Psy at the end of Sunday's American Music Awards; the artists are just two of many performers who have sparked dance crazes over the years. READ MORE

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  2. Watch Video AMAs 2012: Jordin Sparks, Jason Derulo

    AMAs 2012: Jordin Sparks, Jason Derulo

    7:51 pm PST 11/18/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The couple say they've already recorded multiple duets, but are still in the process of deciding which tracks will go on each respective album. READ MORE

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  3. Watch Video AMAs 2012: Linkin Park on the Music Industry

    AMAs 2012: Linkin Park on the Music Industry

    7:18 pm PST 11/18/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    Mike Shindoa and Chester Bennington of Linkin Park discuss the ever-changing music industry ahead of their American Music Awards performance on Nov. 18. READ MORE

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  4. American Music Awards 2012: Justin Bieber Thanks 'Haters' in Acceptance Speech

    American Music Awards 2012: Justin Bieber Thanks 'Haters' in Acceptance Speech

    6:58 pm PST 11/18/2012
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    "I feel like I'm going to be here for a very long time," the singer tells critics who thought he wouldn't last on the music scene. READ MORE

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  5. 40th Annual American Music Awards Red Carpet Arrivals

    40th Annual American Music Awards Red Carpet Arrivals

    5:18 pm PST 11/18/2012
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    Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and more at L.A.'s Nokia Theatre. READ MORE

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  6. Live Stream: American Music Awards Red Carpet Arrivals

    Live Stream: American Music Awards Red Carpet Arrivals

    1:45 pm PST 11/18/2012
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    Lance Bass, Kimberly Cole and more host the 40th annual AMA pre-show and red carpet interviews on Sunday November 18th, starting at 5pm EST/ 2pm PST. READ MORE

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  7. 24 Hours With American Music Awards Producer Larry Klein

    24 Hours With American Music Awards Producer Larry Klein

    9:00 am PST 11/18/2012
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    As the clock winds down to Sunday's all-star show, THR gets an inside view of the final preparations, including last-minute presenter shuffles, artist-insistent creative tweaks, an emotional tribute to Dick Clark and a celebration of 40 years on the air. READ MORE

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    American Music Awards Celebrates 40 Years (Photos)

    American Music Awards Celebrates 40 Years (Photos)

    10:27 pm PST 11/16/2012
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    UPDATED: From Whitney Houston's epic seven-trophy win in 1994 to Taylor Swift's first AMA nod in 2008, a look back at the star-studded Dick Clark Productions event. READ MORE

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  9. 40 Years of the American Music Awards

    40 Years of the American Music Awards

    10:19 pm PST 11/16/2012
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    THR looks back at some of the AMAs memorable moments. READ MORE

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  10. AMAs 2012: Stevie Wonder to Honor Dick Clark With Musical Tribute

    AMAs 2012: Stevie Wonder to Honor Dick Clark With Musical Tribute

    3:53 pm PST 11/14/2012
    • Karen Mizoguchi
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    The R&B legend will deliver a special live performance on Sunday's American Music Awards. READ MORE

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  11. American Music Awards Preview with Lance Bass and Kimberly Cole

    2:40 pm PST 11/8/2012
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    Lance Bass and Kimberly Cole give us a sneak peek at what we can expect for the 2012 American Music Awards. READ MORE

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    Taylor Swift, Jessica Alba Are Sheer Delights on Red Carpet (Poll)

    Taylor Swift, Jessica Alba Are Sheer Delights on Red Carpet (Poll)

    3:36 pm PST 11/6/2012
    • Elizabeth Snead
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    The Grammy-winning singer and the "Sin City: A Dame To Kill For" actress both donned one of Spring 2013's hottest trends -- light and sheer chiffon -- last weekend. Who wore it better? READ MORE

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  13. Usher, No Doubt, Justin Bieber, Ke$ha to Perform on American Music Awards

    Usher, No Doubt, Justin Bieber, Ke$ha to Perform on American Music Awards

    2:30 am PST 11/5/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Previously announced acts for the Nov. 18 show include Pink, Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, Christina Aguilera, Carrie Underwood, Pitbull and Linkin Park. READ MORE

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  14. Carrie Underwood, Pink, Pitbull Join American Music Awards Lineup

    Carrie Underwood, Pink, Pitbull Join American Music Awards Lineup

    2:08 pm PDT 10/30/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The performers will hit the stage on Sunday, Nov. 18, for the 40th annual show. READ MORE

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  15. Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj to Perform at American Music Awards

    Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj to Perform at American Music Awards

    1:31 pm PDT 10/24/2012
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    Organizers announce more star performers for the 40th annual music kudosfest. READ MORE

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  16. American Music Awards 2012: The Nominees

    American Music Awards 2012: The Nominees

    2:41 pm PDT 10/11/2012
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    Rihanna and Nicki Minaj lead this year's pack of contenders with four nominations a piece, though they are trailed closely by Drake, Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, One Direction, Katy Perry and more. This year also marks the introduction of a new EDM category, with three of the genre's innovators vying for the trophy. The show will be broadcast live via ABC from ... READ MORE

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    Rihanna Announces New Album Title: 'Unapologetic'

    Rihanna Announces New Album Title: 'Unapologetic'

    11:22 am PDT 10/11/2012
    • Stephanie Chan
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    The "Diamonds" singer also released the racy cover art for her seventh studio album, due out on Nov. 19. READ MORE

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  18. Rihanna, Nicki Minaj Lead American Music Awards Nominations; New EDM Category Announced

    Rihanna, Nicki Minaj Lead American Music Awards Nominations; New EDM Category Announced

    10:18 am PDT 10/9/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Christina Aguilera announced the contenders on Tuesday morning, while also revealing that she will perform at the Nov. 18 show. READ MORE

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  19. 5 Ways Dick Clark Revolutionized the TV and Music Industry

    5 Ways Dick Clark Revolutionized the TV and Music Industry

    3:50 pm PDT 4/19/2012
    • Seth Abramovitch
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    By marrying images to music, blurring color lines, and narrowing the gap between fans and phenoms, the multihyphenate changed pop culture forever. READ MORE

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    Grammys 2012: Chris Brown to Attend, Perform after Three-Year Absence

    Grammys 2012: Chris Brown to Attend, Perform after Three-Year Absence

    5:09 am PST 2/7/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Nominated in three categories, the R&B star returns to the awards show for the first time since his 2008 assault against then-girlfriend Rihanna. READ MORE

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    AMAs 2012: Favorite Songs of the Year

    The nominees and presenters at Sunday's ceremony confess which hit singles of the last year they wish were theirs.

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