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TODAY AT 411MANIA.COM
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TOP 10 ALBUM OF THE YEAR WINNERS
From Michael Jackson's Thriller and The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band to John Lennon's Double Fantasy, U2's The Joshua Tree and more, 411's Christopher Bell ranks the Top 10 Grammy Winners for Album of the Year!
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FRIDAY HIP-HOP NEWS!News and thoughts on Snoop Dogg naming his next album, E-40 and Erykah Badu working together, Suge Knight getting arrested, DJ Whoo Kid talking about his old beef with Big Pun and more!
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ASK 411 MUSICIs David Lee Roth's "California Girls" one of the sexiest music video of the 1980s? What does it mean when an artist signs a "360 contract?" When is the best Beastie Boys album releasing? All this and more covered this week in Ask 411 Music!
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NEWS REPORTS
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The Low End Theory 2.10.12: The HOPEFUL Edition
(02.10.2012) - Tony Acero
News and thoughts on Snoop Dogg naming his next album, E-40 and Erykah Badu working together, Suge Knight getting arrested, DJ Whoo Kid talking about his old beef with Big Pun and more!
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The Love/Hate News Report 02.09.12: About the Super Bowl...
(02.09.2012) - John Downey
News and thoughts on the Super Bowl Halftime Show, the Beach Boys playing at the Grammys, Lana Del Rey discussing her newfound humility, Nick Carter not attending his sister's funeral, Tenacious D's latest album and more!
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NEWS
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
If Murray plays his cards right...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
It's a totally inaccurate report...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
It's definitely happening...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
Awkward...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
Check out "We Take Care Of Our Own"...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
M.I.A. apologized...
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(02.10.2012) - AJ Grey
Rihanna shows off…
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(02.10.2012) - Larry Csonka
What do you think?
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
Keeping to himself...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
Watch him sky dive..
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
New band asked him...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
A dangerous situation...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
People who know nothing voice their opinions the loudest...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
According to a former associate...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
It's very dangerous...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
They had their share of critics too...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
It's okay as long as music doesn't die...
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
A good week for her...
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(02.10.2012) - Larry Csonka
On 60-Minutes…
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(02.10.2012) - Joseph Lee
He thought they were a bunch of farmers...
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ALBUM REVIEWS
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(02.10.2012) - C.A. Bell
The professional debut of this jaunty indie pop band on Merge Records puts them to the test. Is Hospitality something special, or just another chewed up Belle & Sebastian cover band? Join C.A. Bell for an in depth look at the new record.
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(02.10.2012) - C.A. Bell
The indie darling has decided to blow up her sound and take a chance being a serious crossover hit. How does she do? Join C.A. Bell for a full review of the new record.
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(02.09.2012) - Wyatt E.
The re-release of one of the world's first sci-fi films gets the soundtrack treatment courtesy of Air.
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(02.06.2012) - C.A. Bell
Imperial Sound is back with their fifth studio album, but how does it stack up? 411's C.A. Bell checks in with his full review!
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(01.28.2012) - Wyatt E.
Released just in time for him to get divorced, Seal tries his hand a second time at old R&B classics.
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(01.24.2012) - C.A. Bell
The first solo record from The Hold Steady's frontman Craig Finn is a trip into the world of singer-songwriters. Any fan of that group can tell you the trip isn't very far. Luckily, it's a good one.
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(01.20.2012) - Nick Krenn
Blending soaring guitar riffs with bouncy synths that meet in harmony for a sing-a-long chorus, The Big Pink may be staking a claim as the next arena rock gods.
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(01.17.2012) - Nick Krenn
This is one of 2012's first albums with true sleeper potential. Listen to it now, and I guarantee it will grow on you throughout the year.
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(01.11.2012) - Wyatt E.
The latest from Snow Patrol finally sees its North American release! Let's celebrate by all feeling underwhelmed together.
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(12.12.2011) - Wyatt E.
The controversial new Korn album, mixing the classic Korn formula with dubstep galore. A fixating blend, or an ugly contrast?
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(12.12.2011) - Dan Marsicano
Former Snot/Limp Bizkit guitarist Mike Smith has formed his own project, Evolver, which recently put out their self-titled debut album on iTunes. Does Smith prove to be a credible songwriter as well as a guitarist or does his pet project churn out the same-old rock/alt-metal?
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(12.06.2011) - Bill Wannop
T-Pain is back with his latest album rEVOLVEr! Has he been able to show his evolution as an artist or is this the case of the same old same old? 411's Bill Wannop checks in with his full review!
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(12.06.2011) - Wyatt E.
Germany's most notorious metal outfit finally get the anthology treatment. Is it the powerful representation the band deserves?
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(11.25.2011) - Wyatt E.
Lady Gaga drops a holiday EP to coincide with her TV special, which sees her try her hand at old time vocal pop. Also, cookies?!?
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(11.22.2011) - Bill Wannop
M.O.P. are back with an album that is completely produced by the Snowgoons. Can the Snowgoons utilize their hard hitting beats to put M.O.P. back on top of hip hop, or this case of another hip hop group past their prime?
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(11.22.2011) - Bill Wannop
Yelawolf drops his debut Shady Records album today!. Does he live up to the hype and capitalize on his recent buzz, or should his debut album be properly disposed of?
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(11.15.2011) - Bill Wannop
Drake is back with his second studio album Take Care! But does the more R&B sound make the album more complete or is the album just a bunch of slow filler? 411's Bill Wannop checks in with his full review!
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(11.08.2011) - Bill Wannop
Mac Miller drops his debut album, Blue Slide Park. Does Miller manage to capture the fun of his childhood or does the album show the immaturity of Miller??
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(11.04.2011) - Chad Nevett
A rock ‘n’ roll legend teams with the biggest heavy metal band of all time to produce an album almost universally hated. But, what did 411’s Chad Nevett think about Lou Reed and Metallica’s Lulu? Read the review and find out!
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(11.01.2011) - Bill Wannop
Everlast released his latest album, Songs For The Ungrateful Living, which has a more country, blues type of sound. Does the new sound manage to continue the solo career of Everlast, or is he reaching the end?
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COLUMNS
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(02.10.2012) - C.A. Bell
From Michael Jackson's Thriller and The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band to John Lennon's Double Fantasy, U2's The Joshua Tree and more, 411's Christopher Bell ranks the top 10 Grammy Winners for Album of the Year!
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(02.10.2012) - Mikey MiGo
Selling millions of albums, selling out concerts, and being the dream crush to teenage girls doesn’t just happen to anyone. It did to this Justin Bieber guy. In this edition of The Savage Animal Mikey MiGo takes a look at the fame, talent, and story of Justin Bieber. All of this, a long rant about WWE’s new era, a Rockstar Wrestling update, a review of Police Academy, and more!
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(02.10.2012) - Ron Martin
Is David Lee Roth's "California Girls" one of the sexiest music video of the 1980s? What does it mean when an artist signs a "360 contract?" When is the best Beastie Boys album releasing? All this and more covered this week in Ask 411 Music!
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(02.08.2012) - Joseph Lee
Was the Madonna Super Bowl halftime show entertaining? Did we enjoy Coldplay's latest music video? Was firing Nicole Scherzinger, Paula Abdul and Steve Jones from X Factor the right decision? 411's John Downey and David Hayter debate these topics and more in this week's 411 Fact or Fiction: Music!
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(02.08.2012) - Nick Krenn
This week's MBML has news on Lana Del Rey and Bon Iver. Also, I've got new downloads and music videos featuring oOoOO, Emily Wells, Alcoholic Faith Mission and Neon Indian. Plus, I’ll give you two new artists to keep your eyes on and music recommendations worth your time. All this and MORE!
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(02.07.2012) - Jeremy Thomas
From "Hot for Teacher," "Why Can't This Be Love" and "Runnin' With the Devil" to "Right Now," "Panama" and more, the 411 staff ranks their top 5 Van Halen songs of all-time!
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(02.06.2012) - Wyatt E.
From Moon Safari and Premiers Symptomes to Love 2 and Talkie Walkie and more, 411's Wyatt E. takes a look at the 8 major Air releases from worst to best!
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CONCERTS
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(01.31.2012) - Matt Arena
At the 3-year anniversary of “misfit haven” Personality Crisis show, this month’s lineup included two of my favorite acts, The Static Jacks and Devin. These two at Shea Stadium in Brooklyn promised to be a night filled with sweaty, grimy, loud rock.
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(01.24.2012) - Matt Arena
Off the strength of their self-titled debut album and live success with the AP Tour, D.R.U.G.S embarked on their own headlining tour, stopping in New York for a sensational show.
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(01.16.2012) - Matt Arena
Launching their highly anticipated second studio release, Black Taxi partnered up with heavy New York trio Lights Resolve to piece together a stellar album release show.
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(01.11.2012) - Matt Arena
Mixing his hard rock style with a classical string quartet, Andrew W.K. showcased his unique brand of live music in New York City. The end result was of course, a party.
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(11.21.2011) - Matt Arena
Coming off an album that’s critically acclaimed and equally loved by fans, Foo Fighters bring their Wasting Light Tour to New Jersey. But do they live up to the hype as one of the best bands in rock?
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(11.06.2011) - Chad Webb
Even though it happened almost two months ago, here is my review of The Big 4 of Thrash concert featuring Anthrax, Megadeth, Slayer, Metallica, and a couple 411mania staffers.....
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(11.03.2011) - Matt Arena
Voodoo Music Experience brings a great lineup year after year in a smaller setting for much less than the premiere festivals around the country. Being centered around Halloween weekend, will Voodoo be able to keep it's status one of the best small festivals around the country?
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