Alyssa's Top 3 Music Videos of 2014

>> The end of the year is rapidly approaching which makes it the perfect time for reflections! Here, contributor Alyssa Dempsey lists her three favorite music videos of 2014. After watching these gems, be sure to tell us about the videos that you couldn't stop watching, and the videos you never want to watch again.   >> Cheers to...

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Iggy Azalea Announces The Great Escape Tour with Nick Jonas

UPDATE AS OF 3/11/10: This tour has been rescheduled for Fall 2015 and will no longer feature Nick Jonas and Tinashe.  >> Starting in April 2015, Iggy Azalea will be hitting the road on The Great Escape Tour.  Nick Jonas, Tinashe, and DJ Wizz Kidd will all be along for the ride, which runs from April 14th through May 24th. Pre-sale...

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Us The Duo Nails This Medley of 2014's Hits

>> Us The Duo, made up of Michael and Carissa Alvarado, are masters of cover songs.  Much like their Vine cover compilation videos, the duo released a video where they tackle some of 2014's biggest hits in just under 3 minutes. Watch the video below, and let us know which song snippet was your favorite! Get Connected: instagr...

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Nicki Minaj: Why Society’s Metaphorical Anaconda Wants Some, Hun

>> On Wednesday December 3rd, there was a last minute private event at Up & Down in NYC. The event was a listening party for Nicki Minaj’s upcoming album The Pinkprint, and various circumstances led me to be the one working the door. The guest list was limited but full of impressive names, and there were few to no problems with guests...

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The College Experience with Ashley Kervabon

>> Hello, all! We haven't shared a story recently, and I want to get back in the swing of things. In case you're new to the feature, here's a brief explanation of what I'm after:  The College Experience is my way of discussing the pros and cons of taking steps to have a career while still being a student, or how the desire to...

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DJ Earworm Releases 2014 'United State of Pop' Mash-Up

>> Since 2007, DJ Earworm has taken some of the biggest pop songs of the year and combined them into annual energetic and thematic mash-ups.  This year's theme is "Do What You Wanna Do" and features songs from Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, Iggy Azalea, Pharell, Jessie J, John Legend, and more.  DJ Earworm recently spoke with Billboard...

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Iggy Azalea Releases Lyric Video for "Beg For It"

>> Iggy Azalea recently released a lyric video for her new song "Beg For It."  The song comes from the rapper's Reclassified album which features hits like "Black Widow," "Change Your Life," and more. Watch the lyric video below. >> Iggy recently performed "Beg For It" and her smash "Fancy" at the 2014 American Music...

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New Music Video: "The Ocean" by Manchester Orchestra

>> Manchester Orchestra have released a music video for "The Ocean." The song comes from the band's latest album HOPE, a revised and stripped down reworking of their COPE album which was released earlier this year.  The music video premiered on Conan O'Brian's teamcoco website and features black and white footage of William Trubridge,...

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New Music Video: "Hate To See Your Heart Break" by Paramore feat. Joy Williams

>> Paramore released a new black and white video for "Hate To See Your Heart Break" featuring Joy Williams (formerly of The Civil Wars).  The video shows both Williams, the unrelated Hayley and Joy, recording and having fun in the studio.  The song is from Paramore's Self-Titled Deluxe album, and the video can be seen below. >>...

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Beyonce Releases Video for "7/11"

>> Once again, Beyonce released something new and no one saw it coming.  Bey just put out a DIY-looking video for her new song "7/11" that features her and some friends dancing around   The Beyonce Platinum Edition is full of new live videos and some new songs, including "7/11."...

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Night Riots to Release 'Howl' EP in Early 2015

>> The California based rockers in Night Riots are releasing their Howl EP on January 20th, 2015 through Sumerian Records. You can get a taste for the EP through the band's video for "Contagious" below. >> The artwork and track listing for Howl can be seen below. Also be sure to watch the band's vignette for "Oh...

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Patent Pending Announce Holiday Shows

>> Patent Pending will play a string of shows next month to celebrate the holidays! The Long Island show, taking place on the day after Christmas, is a co-headliner with Andrew WK.  The full list of dates for the band's Holiday Tour can be seen below. >> Make sure to check out the video for "Hey Mario" by Patent Pending's...

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Taking Back Sunday Announce Tour with The Menzingers letlive.

>> Taking Back Sunday announced details for their first tour in 2015! The band are hitting the road to support their latest album, Happiness Is, from February to April with The Menzingers and letlive. The dates for this run can be seen below the announcement video. 2015 Happiness Is Tour Dates: 2/18 - New Orleans, LA @ Civic Theatre 2/19 - Houston,...

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Anthony Green Announces Late December Shows

>> Anthony Green will play a string of shows at the end of December with Aaron West and the Roaring Twenties, I Can Make A Mess, and Elder Brother. General tickets go on sale this Friday, and a limited amount of VIP tickets are available now here.  The dates and venues can be seen below. Get Connected: VIP Show Tickets anth...

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Motion City Soundtrack Announce 'Commit This To Memory' 10 Year Anniversary Tour

>> Motion City Soundtrack will be heading out on the Commit This To Memory 10 Year Anniversary Tour early next year. The band will play their album Commit This To Memory in its entirety every night, and the tour will span the US from January 17th to February 26th. There's a long list of openers for various dates of the tour including Hit...

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A CMJ Feature with Alexz Johnson

>> Between 2004-2008, The N (TeenNick) was my television network of choice. I loved virtually every show they had, and Instant Star was definitely a favorite. The show starred Alexz Johnson as a young musician navigating a music career, fame, label drama, friendships, family, and love interests - all at the same time. The show was great, and...

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Born Cages Release Video for "Rolling Down the Hill"

>> After seeing them perform at this year's CMJ Music Marathon, I've become a pretty big fan of Born Cages.  There's no real comparison to seeing a band live, but Born Cages just put out a video for their song "Rolling Down the Hill" that gives viewers a look at what hanging with the band...

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2015 Tour: Meghan Trainor's That Bass Tour with Sheppard

>> Meghan Trainor will head out on her first headlining tour of North America in February. The pop singer will be taking Aussie band Sheppard out on That Bass Tour that goes until March 20th.  Tickets go on sale at 10AM local time on Saturday November 8th here. THAT BASS TOUR Dates: All dates, cities and venues below subject to change. 2/11...

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Kevin Devine Announces Acoustic Tour with Into It. Over It, Laura Stevenson

>> Kevin Devine will hit the road on a co-headlining acoustic tour with Into It. Over It. in February 2015.  Laura Stevenson will be along for the ride as support for this month long tour. The full list of dates can be seen below. Acoustic Tour Dates: 2/04 - Washington DC @ Sixth & I Synagogue 2/05 - New Haven, CT @ Center...

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Bridge And Tunnel Film Soundtrack Release Show

>> It doesn't get more Long Island than this! From the mind of Jason Michael Brescia, Bridge and Tunnel is an independent film that highlights a group of twenty-somethings as they struggle to deal with break ups, student debt, and the transition to adulthood while living with their parents in suburban NYC.  Watch the trailer below. >>...

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