music reviews

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    Music review: Kate Earl's "One Woman Army"

    By Natasha Shankar on Nov 7, 2012
    Kate Earl flatters our ears and ignites our hearts in her first single off her new album and in an exclusive behind-the-scenes music...
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    Music review: Calvin Harris feat. Florence Welch's "Sweet Nothing"

    By Natasha Shankar on Nov 5, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    3.6
    My Rating
    Defying the laws of gravity, these two insanely talented musicians refuse to come down from the heights of success.
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    Editor's video pick: 'Forward' by Ne-Yo, Natasha Bedingfield, Herbie Hancock, and Johnny Rzeznik

    By Natasha Shankar on Nov 5, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    4.5
    My Rating
    A tribute to the FORWARD campaign in favor of four more years for our president, these stars rally together in support for this...
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    Editor's video pick: The Gaslight Anthem's 'Here Comes My Man'

    By Natasha Shankar on Nov 5, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    Our favorite girl-next-door gets her due wake-up call in the most unusual way.
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    Editor's video pick: Green Day's 'The Forgotten'

    By Natasha Shankar on Nov 5, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    An original song penned for the Twilight Saga's final movie, Green Day flashes scenes from the upcoming release in this music video.
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    Editor's video pick: Rita Ora's 'Shine Ya Light'

    By Natasha Shankar on Nov 5, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    How many of you knew this blonde bombshell hailed from Kosovo? Don't let that British accent mislead you, this artist loves her roots.
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    Music review: Eli Young Band's 'Even If It Breaks Your Heart'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 31, 2012
    This CMA-nominated song sheds some insight into the power of dreams and the necessary sacrifices in order to make them come true.
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    Music review: Blake Shelton's 'God Gave Me You'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 28, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    4
    My Rating
    As if Blake Shelton weren't a heartthrob already, this song is a mesmerizing hybrid of sincere passion and warming honesty — all...
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    Editor's video pick: Toby Keith's 'Red Solo Cup'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 26, 2012
    I didn't know what I was watching or what to expect. All I know is, I couldn't stop!
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    Editor's video pick: Miranda Lambert's 'Over You'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 26, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    This gentle and passionate song, which is an ode to a lost family member, tugs at our heartstrings in this touching video.
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    Editor's video pick: Kenny Chesney's 'Come Over'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 26, 2012
    I think I just watched the sexiest country music video ever.
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    Editor's video pick: Eric Church's 'Springsteen'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 26, 2012
    This 2012 Country Music Awards contender has an undeniable hit on his hands.
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    Music review: Taylor Swift's 'Begin Again'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 24, 2012
    Texture — Taylor Swift knows texture. She can describe details and make her struggles vivid, and successfully does so with the...
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    Music review: Jason Aldean's 'The Only Way I Know'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 21, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    Shedding light on the mid-American lifestyle, Jason belts out his pride on this enthusiastic track.
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    Music review: Kanye West's 'White Dress'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 17, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    Is this the same Kanye who destroyed Taylor Swift's acceptance speech?
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    Music review: Ellie Goulding's 'Halcyon'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 15, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    4
    My Rating
    Ellie Goulding proves to be an eclectic powerhouse with her latest single and album, "Halcyon."
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    Music review: Ke$ha's 'Die Young'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 11, 2012
    How could something that looks so disheveled sound so good?
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    Music review: Adele's 'Skyfall'

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 7, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    5
    My Rating
    Whether you are a part of the Adele bandwagon or not, she is never going away.
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    Editor's video pick: Christina Aguilera, "Your Body"

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 7, 2012
    If you didn't think this chick was crazy before, you certainly will now!
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    Music review: Priyanka Chopra feat. Will.I.am -- "In My City"

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 4, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    3.5
    My Rating
    We know Bollywood loves to copy Hollywood, but can this Indian superstar's original debut album really make it here?
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    Music review: Lana Del Rey's "Ride"

    By Natasha Shankar on Oct 1, 2012
    Max 5 stars
    3
    My Rating
    Fake hair, fake lips, fake nails — I don't care Lana, because your talent is real.