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The Dirty Heads Release US Tour Dates

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The Dirty Heads have emerged onto the music scene with their unique signature blend of acoustic infused hip-hop and classic reggae, creating the perfect soundtrack for an upbeat summer. The band’s breakthrough single, “Lay Me Down” featuring Rome of Sublime With Rome, has become a top 10 single in a number of major markets across the country and has drawn comparisons to known musicians 311, Jason Mraz and Jack Johnson. Continue reading The Dirty Heads Release US Tour Dates and Perform “Lay Me Down” Live…

Norah Jones Talks Tom Waits on Soundcheck

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I’m not really sure whether I’m all that into Norah Jones, but Sunday marks her return to Soundcheck. This time, she’s back to promote her upcoming record, “The Fall” which was co-written by the dude from Okkervil River and Ryan Adams, and which you can preview via NPR’s exclusive first listen. Apparently, according to NPR, It’s best to disregard much of the pre-release attention surrounding Norah Jones‘ new album, The Fall The award-winning singer/songwriter performs tracks her new record and chats with Soundcheck about some stuff – like Tom Waits. Watch live performances from the new disc, including Continue reading Norah Jones on Soundcheck Nov 15th…

Best Interview Ever: Ian Svenonius Interviews Steve Albini on Soft Focus

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Steve Albini is responsible for fronting the most caustic and, depending on whether or not you have a sense of humor, either hilarious or upsetting bands of the mid- to late-80s (Big Black), that weird sort of late-80s to 90s spur period (Rapeman), and the 90s proper (Shellac), as well as producing more albums by more bands than we’re sure even he can keep track of. Continue reading Best Interview Ever: Ian Svenonius Interviews Steve Albini on Soft Focus…

Sneak Peek: Shakira on Soundcheck - September 28th

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Even though I’d say the readers of this blog are probably not interested in Shakira, the REMIX FAIL post got shit tons of traffic so some of you MUST be interested. Shakira stopped by Soundcheck a couple weeks ago and performed 3 tracks from her new release, “She-Wolf.” The exclusive interviews and performance videos will be live on the soundcheck website on September 28th. Until then, here’s some other stuff:

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Think You’re Ready for Lil Wayne’s ‘REBIRTH’?

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WTF is soundcheck? Soundcheck is an original performance series where you get up close and personal with your favorite artists. Check out live performances and behind-the-scenes footage from original in-studio sets – all filmed exclusively in HD. Log on to www.walmart.com/soundcheck for headlining acts, noteworthy new artists and all the latest music releases. Newest soundcheck: LIL WAYNE. And I know you’re all stoked on this one. Think you’re ready for Lil Wayne’s musical Rebirth? The Louisiana rapper discusses tracks from his surprising new foray into rock music, ‘Rebirth.’ Plus, Mr. Carter comes clean about making his new record, Continue reading Think You’re Ready for Lil Wayne’s ‘REBIRTH’?…

Lady Gaga on Perfection and Poker Face

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The pop world’s next big thing, Lady Gaga hits the Risers stage with an exclusive interview to discus her influences, the art of music and how she’s fulfilling her destiny. And she’s totally got some insane hair to go along with it. Truth be told, I’m not too into her sound, but I am damn jealous that she’s only 22, already has 2 Billboard hits, and isn’t even REALLY all that talented. I guess she plays with like, Miley Cyrus, and the Pussycat Dolls. I’d say “sucks for her” but she’s probably made

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