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We are kicking off our holiday giveaways with a bang! We’ve teamed with our friends at shoot it! to bring you this Modern Warfare 2 Xbox 360 limited edition console, a $400 value. The bundle includes a custom Xbox 360 console with exclusive design, a 250GB Xbox 360 hard drive, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, a pair of black controllers, and more. It hits stores on November 10th, and we’ve pre-ordered one that we’re giving away to one of you. Be sure to check out the giveaway rules to see how to enter!

Slash Wrapping Up Solo Project

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Artist News, Upcoming Releases, Rock

SlashSlash is finishing recording his solo album today.

The former guitarist said he’s recording the last song for his debut solo album - which will feature a number of guest vocalists - and can’t wait for the results to be released.

“It’s pretty much done. I’ve got a couple of songs left to mix and I’ve got one song left to record which I’m doing as soon as I leave here, after I head back tomorrow,” he said Monday at the Marshall Classic Rock Roll of Honour Awards. “There’s quite a list of people on the album. I’m not publicly talking about who it is until all the ink is dried on all the different contracts, but the rumors are out there - you sort of know what’s going on.”

Those reportedly appearing on the album include ex Guns N’ Roses bandmate Steven Adler, Black Eyed Peas’ vocalist Fergie, , Chris Cornell, Flea, Dave Grohl and Cyprus Hill on a new version of “Paradise City.”

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New Alicia Keys Album Delayed

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Release Dates, Upcoming Releases, R&B / Soul

Alicia KeysThe follow-up to ’ As I Am has just been pushed back a few weeks.

The Element of Freedom, which was originally set for a December 1 release, will now hit stores a bit closer to Christmas. The new drop date was announced by the singer through her Twitter account yesterday.

“Luv having the freedom to create beautiful music, so I’m pushing the album back to DEC 15th. So many more amazing songs!!! Pls RT,” Keys wrote.

The CD’s first single, “Doesn’t Mean Anything,” is already available for purchase.

(FYI - You can also follow Albumista on Twitter.)

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Adam Lambert Faces 2012 in New Music Video

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Artist News, Music Videos, Release Dates, Upcoming Releases, Pop, Soundtracks


may have lost out to Kris Allen, but he’ll somehow find the way to survive 2012.

In “Time for Miracles,” a song from the upcoming disaster movie, the American Idol finalist reminds us that there’s never a wrong time to sing a power ballad. In fact, you should let one out before the rest of the world comes crashing down on you.

The film’s soundtrack is just one of two CDs Adam’s name will be attached to next month. For Your Entertainment, a solo album that will include a track written by , will debut on November 23.

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Timbaland Teams Up with Miley Cyrus

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Collaborations, Upcoming Releases, Hip-Hop & Rap, Pop

Timbaland

is already known for his collaborations with Justin Timberlake. Now he’s branching out and working with another Mouse product.

Hannah Montana star is now the latest artist to record with the producer/rapper/singer. The 16-year-old can be heard on “We Belong to the Music,” a duet that will appear on Timbaland’s third solo album. That CD will also feature Timberlake, Katy Perry and The Fray.

Shock Value 2 drops on November 23.


Rihanna Debuts New Single and Painful Cover Art

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Release Dates, Upcoming Releases, Pop

Rihanna's Russian Roulette

Recently, claimed that “Russian roulette is not the same without a gun.” Now it’s Rihanna’s turn to reference that dangerous game.

In her new single, titled “Russian Roulette,” the 21-year-old sings “Take a breath, take it deep/ Calm yourself, he says to me/ If you play, you play for keeps/ Take a gun, and count to three/ I’m sweating now, moving slow/ No time to think, my turn to go.” The track, which has was written and produced by frequent collaborator Ne-Yo, can be heard here.

‘s next album, Rated R, will hit stores on November 23.

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John Mayer Album Cover and Video Revealed

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Music Videos, Upcoming Releases, Rock

John Mayer's Battle Studies cover

Note to Jennifer Anistion: If you really plan on reuniting with John Mayer, don’t ever tell him he can’t get stoned.

In “Who Says,” the first track from his upcoming album, the 32-year-old sings about his right to partake in a little drug and booty call action. “Who says I can’t get stoned?/ Call up a girl that I used to know/ Fake love for an hour or so/ Who says I can’t get stoned?” Well - it was just your birthday, John, so I guess you should be able to do what you want.

Battle Studies, Mayer’s fourth solo album, will come out on November 17.

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Fleetwood Mac to Release New Album

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Fleetwood Mac

are planning to release a new album. The legendary band - who kick off their Unleashed tour in Glasgow, Scotland, on Thursday - want to go back into the studio next year to start work on their first LP of original material since 2003’s Say You Will.

Singer says fans have a lot more to look forward to from the band, but say they can only start recording when they complete their dates. “When we’re on the road, we barely have time to go and have a meal, let alone write new material. But in January we’ll have a meeting and decide what to do,” she said.

The legendary singer also claims the band - who were notorious hellraisers during their 70s peak - have finally grown-up and are having a great time on the road. “Fleetwood Mac still presents some amazing opportunities. Around thirty years ago, we were all so self-absorbed that we couldn’t see out of our own corner. Things are a lot more fun now,” Nicks added.

Read More | Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks has revealed the band are planning on releasing their first new album in six years.

David Archuleta’s Christmas Album and Tour

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Upcoming Releases, Pop


Yes, we’re still a few weeks away from Halloween…but there’s no better time to start thinking about snow like the present. Starting tomorrow, ‘s new album, Christmas From The Heart, will be available for purchase.

To help us celebrate the season, the American Idol will promote the CD over a list of tour dates. The 18-year-old will first hit Salt Lake City on November 24 and later wind down in Westbury, NY on December 20.

More information can be found on the singer’s official website.

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Listen to This Is It, Michael Jackson’s New Song

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Upcoming Releases, Pop, Soundtracks


At the stroke of midnight EST, the new song from Michael Jackson’s This Is It film officially debuted.

The track, also titled “This Is It,” can be found on the two-disc soundtrack releasing October 27. A four-disc vinyl version will then become available on November 10. Both can be pre-ordered here.

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N.E.R.D. Taking No Prisoners with New Singer

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Artist News, Upcoming Releases, Hip-Hop & Rap

N.E.R.D.

The men of N.E.R.D. have entered a new dimension with help from a new female singer.

The hip-hop stars are thrilled with the way latest line-up addition Rhea has altered their music with her vocals and think it has taken their music to another level.

“Musically, we’re just somewhere else with her. The music is now very three-dimensional. It’s something you have to hear. But you’ll see. We’re definitely somewhere else. I want to leave that impact moment for when you purchase your download and you purchase your CD. The music is very three-dimensional. We’re just really excited. We feel like N.E.R.D. has always been the punks of hip-hop and the outcasts of alternative music — just a little different. But this time, we’re taking no prisoners,” band member said.

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