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  1. In the Magazine
    THR's Hitmakers 2013: How Producer Max Martin Sold 135 Million Songs

    THR's Hitmakers 2013: How Producer Max Martin Sold 135 Million Songs

    8:00 am PST 2/6/2013
    • Fred Bronson
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    The Swedish phenom who tops THR's inaugural list is responsible for Britney Spears, 'N Sync and Pink's greatest hits. READ MORE

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  2. Earshot
    Britney Spears Las Vegas Residency Reportedly Narrowed Down to 2 Casinos

    Britney Spears Las Vegas Residency Reportedly Narrowed Down to 2 Casinos

    4:18 pm PST 2/5/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The singer’s manager, Larry Rudolph, said that they are in “deep negotiations” and he’d be “shocked if it didn’t happen.” READ MORE

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  3. Gary Allan Earns First No. 1 on Billboard 200 Albums Chart

    Gary Allan Earns First No. 1 on Billboard 200 Albums Chart

    2:42 pm PST 1/30/2013
    • Keith Caulfield, Billboard
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    The Lumineers reach a new chart high this week, jumping five slots to No. 2. READ MORE

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  4. U.K. Music Sales Hit Three-Year High for First Month of 2013

    U.K. Music Sales Hit Three-Year High for First Month of 2013

    5:55 am PST 1/30/2013
    • Georg Szalai
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    The soundtrack to "Les Miserables" is the best-selling album so far this year, while will.i.am featuring Britney Spears’ "Scream And Shout" is the top single. READ MORE

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  5. Live Feed
    'X Factor' Fantasy Panel: Who Could Replace Britney and Why Demi Lovato Should Stay

    'X Factor' Fantasy Panel: Who Could Replace Britney and Why Demi Lovato Should Stay

    4:00 am PST 1/21/2013
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    With season two of the Fox reality competition in the rearview and two mentors exiting their posts, THR has a few suggestions for season three. READ MORE

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  6. Chris Tomlin Scores First No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 Chart

    Chris Tomlin Scores First No. 1 Album on Billboard 200 Chart

    1:29 pm PST 1/16/2013
    • Keith Caulfield, Billboard
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    Last week's No. 1 album, the 'Les Miserables' soundtrack, slips to No. 3. READ MORE

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  7. Shakira Tweets Pregnant Photo With Shirtless Soccer-Star Husband

    11:45 am PST 1/16/2013
    • Elizabeth Snead
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    The Colombian singer poses pretty far along in her pregnancy with her shirtless soccer star husband Gerard Pique. READ MORE

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  8. In the Magazine
    THR's TCA Awards: The 6 Biggest Moments of the Winter Press Tour

    THR's TCA Awards: The 6 Biggest Moments of the Winter Press Tour

    9:00 am PST 1/16/2013
    • Marisa Guthrie
    • Lacey Rose
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    Britney got bounced, NBC took a shot at Fox and everybody dodged the violence question at the just-wrapped event in Pasadena. READ MORE

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  9. Chris Crocker of 'Leave Britney Alone' Fame Talks 'X Factor'

    Chris Crocker of 'Leave Britney Alone' Fame Talks 'X Factor'

    1:21 pm PST 1/15/2013
    • Erin Carlson
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    The web-lebrity, who became famous for defending Britney Spears in a 2007 viral video, says the singer wasn't a good fit for Simon Cowell's Fox competition. READ MORE

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  10. Britney Spears, Jason Trawick Break Off Engagement

    Britney Spears, Jason Trawick Break Off Engagement

    9:39 pm PST 1/11/2013
    • THR Staff
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    "I will always adore him," the pop star said in a statement just hours after confirming her exit from Fox's "X Factor." READ MORE

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  11. 'X Factor' Exit a 'Very Difficult Decision,' Says Britney Spears

    'X Factor' Exit a 'Very Difficult Decision,' Says Britney Spears

    12:25 pm PST 1/11/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Responding to "sourced reports and speculation," the pop star's rep confirms that Spears will not return for season three. READ MORE

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  12. Risky Business
    Britney Spears Signs With CAA

    Britney Spears Signs With CAA

    6:04 pm PST 1/10/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    The agency will represent the pop star worldwide and in all areas. READ MORE

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  13. Live Feed
    Britney Spears Leaving 'X Factor'

    Britney Spears Leaving 'X Factor'

    10:51 pm PST 1/9/2013
    • Shirley Halperin
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    The writing was on the wall for the pop star, an insider tells THR. READ MORE

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  14. Earshot
    Top 12 Music Stories of 2012

    Top 12 Music Stories of 2012

    1:40 pm PST 12/28/2012
    • Karen Mizoguchi
    • Nicole Powell
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    From tragic deaths (Whitney Houston) to glorious births (baby Blue Ivy), global phenoms ("Gangnam Style") and local curiosities (Snoop Dogg's "Lion" persona), THR runs down the music headlines that had people talking. READ MORE

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  15. Is Britney Spears Out at 'The X Factor'?

    4:11 pm PST 12/27/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    Speculation is swirling around the pop star's return for next season. READ MORE

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  16. T.I.'s 'Trouble Man' Album Debuts At No. 2 On Billboard 200

    T.I.'s 'Trouble Man' Album Debuts At No. 2 On Billboard 200

    12:52 pm PST 12/27/2012
    • Keith Caulfield, Billboard
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    Taylor Swift's 'Red' album remains at No. 1 for a sixth nonconsecutive week. READ MORE

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  17. In the Magazine
    Hollywood at Church: Where the A-List Prays

    Hollywood at Church: Where the A-List Prays

    5:00 am PST 12/24/2012
    • Gary Baum
    • Degen Pener
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    The biggest believers in the business, from Maria Shriver to Denzel Washington, celebrate Christmas in these houses of worship, where the industry shows its devotion from baptism to burial. READ MORE

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  18. Live Feed
    'X Factor' Finale: Britney Spears' Face is the Real Winner (Video)

    'X Factor' Finale: Britney Spears' Face is the Real Winner (Video)

    7:45 pm PST 12/20/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The judge's most memorable expressions are compiled into a hilarious montage broadcast during Thursday's season two ender. READ MORE

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  19. Live Feed
    'X Factor' Finale Recap: Tate Stevens Wins $5 Million Prize

    'X Factor' Finale Recap: Tate Stevens Wins $5 Million Prize

    7:25 pm PST 12/20/2012
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The country singer emerges victorious as season two draws to a close with performances from One Direction, Pitbull and all three finalists. READ MORE

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  20. Live Feed
    'X Factor' Finale Recap: The Underdogs Vs. The Front-Runners

    'X Factor' Finale Recap: The Underdogs Vs. The Front-Runners

    8:58 pm PST 12/19/2012
    • Michele Amabile Angermiller
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    The top three finalists -- Carly Rose Sonenclar, Tate Stevens and Fifth Harmony -- give America one last impression as the competition for the $5 million recording contract winds down. READ MORE

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