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J. Cole's 'Tears For ODB': Anthem For 'Forgotten Souls'
February 14, 2013 9:55 AM ET | Yahoo Hip Hop| Billy Johnson, Jr.
J. Cole’s “Tears For ODB” from his new Truly Yours mixtape is more than just a tribute to the late Wu-Tang Clan member who died of a drug overdose in 2004. “Tears” is a nod to anyone struggling to make it. The Roc Nation/Columbia artist raps about having a father on drugs and growing up with a single mother. But he acknowledges that his purpose as an MC transcends simply entertaining. “I’m here for more than to just kick some witty metaphors,”... | More »
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Is That A Bullet In Your Pocket?
February 12, 2013 3:57 PM ET | Yahoo New This Week| Dave DiMartino
Reviewing the week’s new releases is always tough the day after the Grammy Awards have taken place! After spending last night spellbound by the raw talents assembled onstage—by definition the prior year’s very finest—how can any new release hope to measure up? It’s easy! I’ve taken all 10 of the albums below, dressed them in the finest contemporary gowns, given them colorful and creative manicures, and played each and every one of them after re-watching m... | More »
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Why Nicki Minaj Is The New Simon Cowell (And Why That's A Good Thing)
February 11, 2013 2:24 PM ET | Yahoo Reality Rocks| Lyndsey Parker
If you only started watching "American Idol" in the post-Simon Cowell era, over the past two seasons, then you were undoubtedly very confused when you tuned in last week for the Season 12 Hollywood Week boys' episodes. What was this? An "Idol" judge giving actual advice? Having strong opinions? Not just telling everyone they're "beautiful" and "in it to win it"? Yes, newbie judge Nicki Minaj stepped it up and officially became "Idol's" new Simon Cowell last week, proving once a... | More »
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Watch Jedward's Jepic Interview With Reality Rocks
February 11, 2013 10:05 AM ET | Yahoo Reality Rocks| Lyndsey Parker
For all you Yanks watching this who are unaware of the awesomeness that is Jedward, you are about to get schooled with a crash course in all things Jepic, via Reality Rocks' in-depth, out-of-control interview. Jedward are John and Edward Grimes, the double divas of Dublin from "The X Factor U.K." Season 6. On that show, they famously pulled stunts like singing "Ghostbusters" while wearing proton packs, reciting the Titanic monologue while dressed in Britney-inspired red latex suits, and... | More »
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Mindy McCready Reportedly Committed To Rehab; Children Removed From Home
February 7, 2013 10:30 AM ET | Yahoo Our Country| Wendy Geller
Troubled country singer Mindy McCready has been committed to rehab for alcohol and mental health issues in the wake of her boyfriend, David Wilson’s, death last month. Addtionally, the 37-year-old’s two young sons have been removed from her Arkansas home. According to E!, a judge ordered McCready to treatment following an emergency hearing on Wednesday. Sources say she may be there for up to 21 days. Reportedly, McCready’s family called for the hearing in concern for her he... | More »
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