Sunday, April 29, 2012

Maroon 5 Breaks Digital Sales Record for a Group, Besting Black Eyed Peas; New Album Out June 26th







    Released on iTunes April 17th (June 18th in the UK) "Payphone" is the new Wiz Khalifa-assisted Maroon 5 single.  The LA-based fivesome debuted the song live on the hit NBC reality series The Voice prior to the single release the next day.  Following the song's release, "Payphone" debuted at #1 on the Digital Songs chart.  With nearly 500,000 downloads, "Payphone" broke the Black Eyed Peas

Nelly Furtado Dazzles on New Darkchild-Produced Single, Fifth Studio Album Out June 19th








    WHOA Nelly Furtado! You've done it again.  Your new single, "Big Hoops (Bigger The Better)" is hot.  Had I reviewed the single immediately after the first listen, I might be singing a different tune, but after having the song on repeat for the past hour, you've managed to swing my vote.  Serving as the first single off Furtado's upcoming fifth studio album, The Spirit Indestructible, the

Friday, April 27, 2012

Haley Reinhart Announces Series of Free Concerts & Album Signings, Performs Debut Single on Conan




    Photo Credit: Harper Smith



    So as I teased last week, American Idol third-runner up (and my personal fav) Haley Reinhart performed her debut single, "Free" on Conan this past Tuesday.  Watch Haley TEAR IT UP with Conan below. If I'm being honest, vocally, this was not her best performance.  She sounded a bit better during her Idol performance, but she does hit her stride and when she does,

[Review] Wolfette - Risk For You







    There's no doubt about it, UK singer/songwriter Wolfette keeps getting better with each song she releases.  Her latest hit, called "Risk For You," is due out May 28th and very well might be her best yet.  It's probably not a coincidence that my favorite Wolfette track is also her most commercial-sounding single.  This is not to say Wolfette is selling out, on the contrary, she's showing her

Katharine McPhee's 'Touch Me' Gets the Remix Treatment








    I suppose it was only a matter of time before Katharine McPhee's DELICIOUS new single, "Touch Me" was given the royal remix treatment.  Serving as the first single off of the official SMASH soundtrack, "Touch Me" was produced and written by Ryan Tedder (Leona Lewis, Kelly Clarkson) with Brent Kutzle (Beyonce, Cobra Starship), Bonnie McKee (Katy Perry, Britney Spears) and Noel Zancanella (

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Ones to Watch in 2012: Zander Bleck








    THIS is Zander Bleck. Familiarize yourself because this guy's got MAJOR potential.  Released in February, Bleck's debut single, "Temptation" is an 80s-inspired electro rock jam that he co-penned alongside legendary songwriter Holly Knight (Heart, Tina Turner, Pat Benatar).  Add to that, you know a song is HOT when you attract the attention of a hit maker of RedOne's (Lady Gaga, Enrique

Scottish Pop Rocker Amy MacDonald Delivers on New Single, Third Album Due June 11th







    My favorite Scottish pop/rocker is BACK with a brand new single and I couldn't be more excited!  Last time we heard from 24 year old Amy MacDonald from Bishopbriggs, East Dunbartonshire, Scotland was back in 2010 when she released her sophomore album, A Curious Thing.  Now, MacDonald, one of Europe's biggest selling singer/songwriters is ready to dazzle the world with her insane guitar

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Haley Reinhart Unveils 'Listen Up!' Artwork, Track Listing, Performs on 'Conan' Tonight







    Haley Reinhart recently unveiled the artwork and track listing for her upcoming debut album, Listen Up!, due May 22nd through 19 Entertainment/Interscope Records.  The album artwork highlights Reinhart's affinity towards all things retro, fabulous and glamorous as she plays the part of a sexy lifeguard.  Check out a 'Behind The Scenes' video of the album photo shoot BELOW where Haley talks

[Hot Video Alert] Gabriella Cilmi - Vicious Love







    Back in January, Australian pop singer/songwriter Gabriella Cilmi QUIETLY released a new video onto her official YouTube page for a song called "Vicious Love."  The new song sees Cilmi moving away from the mainstream electropop sound of her 2010 sophomore album, and going back to basics with a more pop/rock sound.  "Vicious Love" is a return to form for the talented Cilmi who's debut album,

[Free Download] Daniel Bedingfield Releases New EP Today, Offers Free Download







    New Zealand-born British singer/songwriter Daniel Bedingfield dropped his brand new EP, Stop The Traffik: Secret Fear, today.  The EP is available in two versions including an iTunes Exclusive 7-track version and a 5-track version which you can download for free using the widget below.  






    To help promote the album, drive awareness and raise money for Stop The Traffik, a coalition

[Hot Video Alert] Giulietta - VooDoo







    You might remember my piece on Australian dance/pop singer/songwriter Giulietta from earlier this month when I made her one of my 'Ones to Watch in 2012.' Well, looks like I was right about that. Giulietta just released a scorchingly hot video for her new single, "VooDoo," and it's definitely worth watching.  Produced by Simmy Beats, "VooDoo" is the second single lifted from Giulietta's

[Review] Adam Lambert - Never Close Our Eyes







    Released April 17th, "Never Close Our Eyes" is the name of Adam Lambert's new single from his forthcoming sophomore album, Trespassing.  The single was written and produced by Bruno Mars and Dr. Luke and serves as the follow up to "Better Than I Know Myself," which by most accounts was a commercial floppity-flop.  "Never Close Our Eyes," sees the flamboyantly big-voiced Lambert return to

Monday, April 23, 2012

[Hot Video Alert] Train - Drive By








    Back when I was in college, I had the privilege of seeing Train open up for Ben Folds Five. It must have been 2001, because I seem to recall knowing at least two of their songs - "Meet Virginia," and "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)."  While both of these songs were present throughout my college years, after college I fell off the Train train, so to speak.  Fast forward to 2009 and the release

Stacie Orrico On The Verge of Comeback, Releases Jazzy New Single 'Catch Me If You Can'








    It's been nearly six years since R&B/POP artist Stacie Orrico released her last album, 2006's fantastically underrated Beautiful Awakening.  Since then Stacie has been seemingly M.I.A., leaving hardcore STANS like me waiting with baited breath for her to make her next move.  Well, I've got good news fellow Stacie Orrico stans.  It would appear that Stacie is on the verge of a comeback.  

[Hot Video Alert] Jessie J. featuring David Guetta - LaserLight







    Jessie J. premiered the video for the David Guetta-assisted "LaserLight" April 10th.  Featured on the Platinum Edition of her debut album, Who You Are, "LaserLight" will be Jessie J's final single off the album.  The stunning electro-house ballad was co-written by Jessie, The Invisible Men and David Guetta.  



    While it's not due to be released as a single until May 13th, the single has

Sunday, April 22, 2012

[Hot Video Alerts] Preeya Kalidas - Love Between Us





    I'm happy to report that the talented actress/model and singer Preeya Kalidas is BACK with a new single, "Love Between Us."  The R&B/pop jam is sprinkled with hints of Bollywood inspired beats and samples, proving to be an exquisite showcase for Kalidas' vocal abilities, more so than I think her debut single, 2010's "Shimmy" really was.

    As I write this, it's hard for me to believe that it's

[Hot Video Alert] Lana Del Rey - Carmen







    With "Carmen," melancholy songstress Lana Del Rey is up to her old tricks again, and by "old tricks" all I mean is splicing and dicing random clips to make a music video - clips of flowers blooming, the New York City skyline, old time movies, and such, cut with scenes of Del Rey on stage and with her boy toy acting all lovey dovey somewhere around New York. It's all very True Blood-intro

[Hot Video Alert] Erik Hassle - Stay





    Come on Erik! Why you gotta make me cry! UGH! Sometimes, less really is more and Erik Hassle's new video for "Stay" is evidence of that.  Penned by Malin Dahlström of Niki & The Dove, "Stay" is the first single taken from Hassle's upcoming third full length studio album, entitled We Dance, due out later this Spring on Roxy Records (Hassle's Swedish label). No word yet on whether Hassle's

Saturday, April 21, 2012

[UPDATE] Hot Video Alert: Scissor Sisters - Only The Horses





    Sometimes a good music video can transform my opinions on a song from negative to positive.  I was secretly hoping this would happen following the video release of "Only The Horses," the first single from the Scissor Sisters' forthcoming album, Magic Hour.  Unfortunately, tis not the case.  If anything at all, I feel more MEH about the song than I did previously.  Maybe I'm just in a bad mood

The Wanted Set to Release Debut U.S. EP April 24th, New Single 'Chasing The Sun' Out Now





    I've been championing UK boyband The Wanted here on Music Is My King Size Bed for nearly two years.  My first post was back in June of 2010 when I wrote up a "Hot Video Alert" promoting their debut UK single, "All Time Low." It's amazing to me that it's two years later and the boys are releasing hits here in the U.S.  I feel like a proud Papa!

    Gearing up for the release of their debut

[Hot Video Alert] Emeli Sandé - My Kind Of Love







    While Emeli Sandé is busy taking over America, her fans in the UK are getting amped up for her the release of her fourth single, the sensational "My Kind Of Love," due May 7th via Virgin Records.  Written by Sandé, Emile Haynie (Kid Cudi, Tinie Tempah) and Danny Keyz (Dr. Dre, Eminem), with the latter two also serving as co-producers alongside Craze & Hoax (Tinie Tempah, Tinchy Stryder), "

[Review] American Idol's Stefano Langone Drops Debut Single








    When I heard back in January that American Idol (Season 10) contestant Stefano Langone had signed with Hollywood Records, I was over the moon!  During his season, Langone was easily one of my favorite men on the show, and while he was a frequent resident of the 'Bottom 3' corner, JLo backed him throughout.  In fact, Stefano was JLo's Wild Card pick, which saw him advance to the Top 13.  

[Review] Marcus Collins - Mercy





    X-Factor Series 8 runner-up Marcus Collins is gearing up for the release of his second single, "Mercy," on June 3rd via RCA Records.  Taken from his self titled debut album, Collins co-wrote this soulful stunner with Lee McCutcheon (Westlife, Emma Bunton) and Lisa Greene (Britney Spears, Kylie Minogue).  The song serves as the follow up to Collins' top ten debut single, "Seven Nation Army,"

Friday, April 20, 2012

[Review] Cheryl Cole's 'Call My Name' Hits UK Radio







    Hey Americans!  I know most of you (MuuMuse-excluded) didn't stay up till 3:00 AM to catch the UK radio debut of Cheryl (Cole)'s new single, out June 10th, so I've got the rundown for you.  At 8:10 AM UK time, radio stations all over the country premiered "Call My Name," giving fans a tease of what's to come from her third album, A Million Lights, due June 18th through Polydor Records.  


Thursday, April 19, 2012

Hot Video Alert: Yenn - Pretty Ugly







    It's been nearly a year since I posted about a little Vietnamese-American dance/club diva called Yenn but when I heard that she'd released a video for her latest single, "Pretty Ugly" last month, I had to give her a shout out.  "Pretty Ugly" is the follow up to Yenn's 2009 dance-hit "So Good To Be Wrong," which peaked on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart with remixes by Karmatronic, DJ

Australian Singer/Songwriter Delta Goodrem Releases Stunning New Single and Video








    It's been about five years since we've heard a peep out of Aussie pop princess Delta Goodrem, but at long last, the wait is over.  "Sitting On Top of The World" is the 27 year old singer/songwriter's brilliantly concocted comeback single, destined to be a smash in her native Australia and hopefully the rest of the world.  Released in Australia and New Zealand April 13th, this up-tempo drop

[NSFW] Hot Video Alert: Daniel Bedingfield - Rocks Off








    Daniel Bedingfield is BACK folks. For years I've been passively aggressively Tweeting in Bedingfield's direction, inquiring about new music ventures. new projects and the like. While Bedingfield never took the time to personally respond to my messages, he did me one up.  He released a new song, his first since 2005, I might add.  For those of you still stuck on the Daniel Bedingfield of

[UPDATE] Ones to Watch in 2012: Aiden Grimshaw








    Nearly two years after gracing television screens all over the UK as a contestant on The X-Factor: Series 7, Aiden Grimshaw has (finally) unveiled his debut single and it's a wonder to behold.  "Is This Love," due June 3rd via RCA Records, was written by the 20-year old Grimshaw, and serves as the first single off his debut album, Misty Eye, out August 13th in the UK.  Listen to the single

Norah Jones Steps Up 'Little Broken Hearts' Promo Surrounding Album's May 1st Release




    Photo Credit: Frank W Ockenfels






    As the release date for Norah Jones's fifth studio album, Little Broken Hearts, draws nearer, Jones' promotional calendar appears to be filling up quite quickly.  Starting with the premiere of her "Goodbye Earl"-reminiscent video (BELOW) for lead single, "Happy Pills," earlier this month on VH1, Jones is in the midst of a media blitz that includes 

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Scissor Sisters Drop New Calvin Harris-Produced Single, Video Premiere Set for Thursday April 19th







    Like Gossip, Scissor Sisters are another one of those American bands that are criminally underrated here at home but hugely popular abroad.  The drastically different radio landscapes here and in Europe frustrate the hell out of me sometimes, but what are you gonna do?  On May 14th, Scissor Sisters will release "Only The Horses" as the lead single off their upcoming fourth studio album,

Hot Video Alert: The Saturdays - 30 Days






    On May 13th, UK girl group The Saturdays will release their new single, a catchy, slightly generic dance-pop number called "30 Days."  The track was written and produced by Steve Mac (One Direction, The Wanted, Kelly Clarkson) & co-written by Autumn Rowe (Alexandra Burke, Cher Lloyd, Leona Lewis).  At this point, we're not sure what this single is promoting, as it doesn't appear on the girls

Paul Simon Celebrates Graceland's 25th Anniversary with New Documentary and Album Re-release








    For anyone in their early-to-mid 30s (like me), Paul Simon's Grammy-winning 1986 album, Graceland, likely played a huge part in your childhood.  For me, even to this day, Graceland is the ultimate soundtrack to any road trip.  As a child, I have fond memories that involve playing the cassette tape all the way from Chicago to Washington DC, where my aunt and uncle lived.  It's hard to

Ones to Watch in 2012: Alex Clare









    Photo Credit: Jon Baker


    If you've been anywhere near a television over the past couple of months, you've probably already heard the music of British singer/songwriter Alex Clare.  While Clare's song "Too Close" was originally released a year ago as a single, a recent ad for Microsoft's Internet Explorer 9 helped push the song to new heights and  international success.  Since the ads

Cheryl Cole To Release New Single and Album In June, Video Premieres May 2nd







    While UK pop fans are all still shaking, hoping and praying for a Girls Aloud reunion, I may have the next best thing.  The return of Ms. Cheryl Cole.  Oh, and for the record, it's just CHERYL now.  That's right folks, Cheryl is back and she's going the MADONNA route and dropping her last name.  Cheryl's brand new single, "Call My Name" will be shipped out to UK radio on Friday April 20th,

Hot Video Alert: Mayer Hawthorne featuring Rizzle Kicks - The Walk






    33 year old American singer/songwriter Mayer Hawthorne proves that when it comes to music, you shouldn't judge a CD by it's album cover.  On the outside, Hawthorne looks like a geek/hipster hybrid of some kind but OOOH CHILD...that voice is sweet as candy.  Picture a more soulful, R&B, less jazzy version of Harry Connick Jr. or something like that.  Perhaps a more laid back Eli "Paperboy"

Hot Video Alert: Karmin - Brokenhearted








    Up until they were announced as the musical guest for Saturday Night Live's February 11th episode, I had no clue who Karmin was or where they had come from.  Come to find out, Karmin (AKA engaged couple Amy Heidemann and Nick Noonan) hail from Brookline, Massachusetts, just a hop, skip and jump away from where I live, outside of Boston.  While the duo released EPs in both 2010 (Inside Out)

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Kosovo-Born British Singer/Songwriter Rita Ora Drops Hot Debut U.S. Single & Video












    Hot off the success of her collaboration with DJ Fresh, Kosovo-born British singer/songwriter Rita Ora is ready to make a splash over on this side of the pond, releasing the video for her debut U.S. single "How We Do (Party)."  Produced by hip-hop hit makers The Runners (Keyshia Cole, Chris Brown, Usher), "How We Do (Party)" is the ultimate party song, borrowing lyrics from Notorious

Erik Hassle Releases Heart-Drenched New Single 'Stay', Sophomore Album Due Late Spring







    23 year old singer/songwriter Erik Hassle has been one a 'Music Is My King Size Bed' fave, ever since he released his debut Swedish album, Hassle back in 2009.  Now, I'm pleased to announce the release of "Stay," (listen BELOW) a first tease off his forthcoming sophomore album.  The sonically stunning power pop ballad was written by Malin Dahlström of the Swedish electropop trio Niki & The

Hot Video Alert: Keane - Disconnected







    I have a treat for all you Keane fans out there - the brand new video for the band's new single "Disconnected."  As I reported this past weekend, "Disconnected" will be released April 20th in Germany, Switzerland and Austria.  The video, filmed at a haunted house in Barcelona, was directed by Spanish director Juan Antonia Bayona and writer Sergio G. Sanchez, who first worked together on

Rebecca Ferguson Debuts 'Glitter & Gold' Video, and Remixes, Heads off To America









    Rebecca Ferguson, a Music Is My King Size Bed 'One to Watch,' will release her third single, "Glitter & Gold" April 29th via RCA Records.  Penned by Ferguson, alongside Alex Smith (Example, Natalie Bassingthwaighte) and Paul Berry (Cher, Enrique Iglesias), "Glitter & Gold" was produced by Smith and Mark Taylor (Tina Turner, Diana Ross) and serves as the third single off of her (nearly

Portland-Based Electrorockers Gossip Drop New Single, Album out May 22nd











    31 year old Beth Ditto of the American indie rock outfit Gossip probably has one of the most iconic pop voices of all time, which makes it all the more unfortunate the band is one of the most underrated & under-appreciated in the States right now.  Released March 13th on iTunes, "Perfect World," the trio's latest single, showcases Ditto's range and talent perfectly - restrained and

Hot Video Alert: Chris Rene - Young Homie






    For those of you unfamiliar with Chris Rene, he's is the inspirational X-Factor USA contestant (and father of an adorable little boy, Ryan) who's troubled past and now bright future was chronicled during the reality show's first season.  A recovering drug and alcohol addict, Rene had been clean and sober for just 10 weeks at the time of his audition for the popular series.  First performed

Monday, April 16, 2012

Toni Braxton Reinvents Herself as a Dance Diva, Eighth Studio Album Due Next Month








    90s R&B diva Toni Braxton is reinventing herself as a full fledged dance diva ya'll and I can't get enough!  "I Heart You" is the first single taken from Braxton's upcoming eighth studio album, a double disc set called Heartstrings & Synagogue Vibes, tentatively due in May. 



    Written by Toni Braxton and Keri Lewis, "I Heart You" starts out like your run-of-the-mill Toni Braxton R&B

Hot Video Alert: Demi Lovato - Give Your Heart a Break








    Here is the video for Demi Lovato's newest single, "Give Your Heart a Break," taken from her third studio album Unbroken. Maybe my age is to blame for this one, but I keep getting Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez confused.  Am I crazy?  There are so many similarities between the two girls, how can you not get them confused?  Let's see; they are both signed to Hollywood Records; they are both

Hot Video Alert: Carrie Underwood - Good Girl








    As ya'll know I am NOT a country boy - no way, no how. That being said, I've always had a little sweet spot for Carrie Underwood.  She's just so dang pretty and that VOICE. It's just BEGGIN' for a pop crossover song.  While Underwood herself has pretty much put the kibosh on a Faith Hill country-to-pop switcheroo, new single "Good Girl" is about as country-pop as we're going to get from Ms

Sunday, April 15, 2012

New Keane Album, Strangeland, Due May 8th





    Photo Credit: Alex Lake

    I seem to be in the midst of an internal musical revolution of some kind.  While I'm still very much drawn towards pop and electronica, I find myself listening to a lot of alternative rock these days.  I haven't really been into alt rock since my high school days (as I mentioned in my Cranberries post). I have a feeling that this internal shift has something to do

Hot Video Alert: Niki & The Dove - Tomorrow








    "Tomorrow" is a new single from Stockholm based electropop trio Niki & The Dove.  Formed in February 2010, Niki & The Dove is the aural genesis of Malin Dahlström (vocals), Gustaf Karlöf (keyboards) and Magnus Böqvist (drums).  Signed to Sub Pop/Mercury Records, the trio released their debut EP, The Drummer, back in October 2011, featuring two singles - "The Fox," and their only "hit" to

Garbage Set to Release First Album in Six Years on May 15th, First Single and Video Out Now





    Photo Credit: absolutegarbage.net


    First The Cranberries come back, now Garbage? It just keeps getting better!  "Blood For Poppies" is the first new single from Garbage since the band went on "indefinite hiatus" six years ago and I couldn't be happier that Shirley Manson and the crew are back doing what they do best - creating dark, moody rocktronica music.



    Written and produced by Garbage

Paloma Faith Premieres 'Picking Up The Pieces' Video & Remix, Fall To Grace Out May 28th







    It should come as no surprise that after only a handful of listens, I am officially obsessed with Paloma Faith's new single, "Picking Up The Pieces" (out May 20th).  Serving as lead single from her sophomore album, Fall To Grace (out May 28th), "Picking Up The Pieces" was co-penned by Paloma, Wayne Hector (James Morrison, Westlife, Cheryl Cole), Tim Powell (Sugababes, Gabriella Cilmi, Pet

Saturday, April 14, 2012

[UPDATE] Hot Video Alert: Tulisa - Young








    I don't really know what to make of X-Factor judge and now former N-Dubz vixen, Tulisa Contostavlos' debut solo single, "Young." The song was written by Peter Ibsen, Ali Tennant and Richard 'Fazer' Rawson, who also served as producer on the track.  "Young" just might be one of those mindless summer club anthems that everybody dances to because it's playing.  Stop and listen to the lyrics (

Hot Video Alert: Ashanti featuring Busta Rhymes - The Woman You Love






    It seems to me like R&B singer Ashanti has been searching for a hit since 2003, back when "Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)" was a top 5 hit and follow up single "Rain on Me" peaked at an impressive #7.  While her 2004 single "Only U" did modestly well, peaking at #13, overall the charts have not been friendly towards Ms. Ashanti in recent years, they don't appear to be getting any kinder with her

Hot Video Alert: Rufus Wainwright - Out of the Game





    Rufus Wainwright unveiled the video for his new 70s-inspired single, "Out of the Game" on April 3rd and I've been obsessing over it ever since.  While my love and adoration for Rufus Wainwright just can't be denied, my love affair with English actress Helena Bonham Carter is like no other.  Whether you know her from the Harry Potter films (where she played the deliciously evil Bellatrix

Hot Video Alert: John Legend featuring Ludacris - Tonight (Best You Ever Had)





    Sometimes, all it takes for a music video to hook me is a toned body.  In the case of John Legend's video for his Ludacris-assisted "Tonight (Best You Ever Had)", John Legend's toned body was a bonus. While the song starts out slow and steady, it wasn't long before the sexy beat came in and I was sold. Let me emphasize that it was absolutely the beat that sucked me in and not John Legend

Friday, April 13, 2012

Hot Video Alert: Jennifer Lopez featuring Pitbull - Dance Again





    Clearly still riding high off of the success of their last collaboration, "On The Floor," Jennifer Lopez, Pitbull and mega hitmaker RedOne are back together on Lopez' next smash dance/pop single, "Dance Again."  Released April 2nd through Lopez's label Epic Records, "Dance Again" was co-penned by RedOne, AJ Junior, The Chef, Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull.  The song debuted on Billboard's Pop

Hot Video Alert: Madonna - Girl Gone Wild









    Congratulations are in order for Madonna, who's latest single "Girl Gone Wild" becomes the 53 year old's 41st #1 on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Songs chart this week.  That's right folks, 41 #1 dance singles! INSANE!  Released on March 2nd as the second single off of Madonna's twelfth studio album, MDNA, "Girl Gone Wild" was produced by Italian DJ/producer Benny Benassi and written by

Thursday, April 12, 2012

[UPDATE] Hot Video Alert: Ellie Goulding - Lights (Live on The Ellen DeGeneres Show)







    In case ya'll missed it, UK singer/songwriter Ellie Goulding stopped by The Ellen DeGeneres Show today to perform her hit single, "Lights" live.  The arrangement was a little bit different this time around, featuring an extended orchestral introduction before Goulding finally comes in for the first verse.  Goulding has never sounded better.  I never get tired of hearing this song!




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Hot Video Alert: K'Naan featuring Nelly Furtado - Is There Anybody Out There








    "Is There Anybody Out There" is a beautiful song, co-written and performed by Somali-born rapper K'naan from his EP, More Beautiful Than Silence.  Featuring Canadian singer/songwriter Nelly Furtado on the hook, "Is There Anybody Out There" was released digitally on January 24th and peaked at #15 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart.  Here in America, the song peaked at #30 on the Billboard Pop

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Hot Video Alert: Lana Del Rey - Blue Jeans









    "Blue Jeans" might just be my favorite track off of Lana Del Rey's debut album, Born To Die so I'm beyond ecstatic to see it get it's own official single release.  Released in the UK on April 8th through Interscope Records, "Blue Jeans" serves as the album's third single, backed my remixes from Gesaffelstein, Odd Future and Blood Orange with remixes on the way from RAC, D/R/U/G/S and Kris

Canadian Electronica Trio Dragonette Drop Fierce New Single, Remixes







    Canadian electropop trio Dragonette (AKA Martina Sorbara - singer/songwriter, Dan Kurtz - bassist & producer, Joel Stouffer - drummer)  are back with a smashingly good new single, "Let It Go," which was released April 2nd.  The band is currently prepping for the release of their upcoming third album, the follow up to 2009's fantastic Fixin' to Thrill.  "Let It Go," which was written and

Hot Video Alert: DEV featuring Enrique Iglesias - Naked







    "Naked" is the latest single to come from singer/songwriter AND protege of electro-hop duo The Cataracs, DEV. If you haven't heard of DEV, you might recognize her voice from Far East Movement's #1 hit back in 2010, "Like A G6."  "Naked" featuring Latin heartthrob Enrique Iglesias is included on DEV's debut album, The Night The Sun Came Up, which was finally released here in America on March

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Ones to Watch in 2012: Karin Park








    At first listen, Swedish singer/songwriter Karin Park sounds like the quirky lovechild of Björk and Lykke Li. Listen to her dark new electropop masterpiece of a single "Restless," below and I think you'll agree.  Following on the heels of her critically acclaimed UK debut EP, Tiger Dreams, "Restless" is the first single to be lifted off her forthcoming album, Highwire Poetry, which is due

Hot Video Alert: The Cranberries - Tomorrow








    When I reflect back on my constantly shifting musical taste through the years, The Cranberries were definitely a part of my vastly growing CD collection, so when I learned that the Irish rock band was getting back together for the first time in 10 years, I was pretty excited.  Released on February 27th, Roses is the sixth studio album by The Cranberries and their first album in 10 years.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Justin Bieber Protege, Carly Rae Jepsen Lands UK #1 with Second Fastest Selling Single of 2012









    As if the sudden rush of notoriety here in America wasn't enough for Canadian singer/songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen, now she's become an overnight success in the UK as well. Pretty effing fantastic.  Jepsen's smash single, the uber-catchy "Call Me Maybe" not only crashed into the top ten on Billboard's Hot 100 chart but following it's release last week in the UK, the former Canadian Idol

Ones to Watch in 2012: Ben Montague








    Ladies and gentlemen, I'd like to introduce you to Ben Montague.  This handsome young man is about to unleash a brand new single, "Love Like Stars" on June 18th and I have to say, after listening to the studio version I'm left completely mesmerized, wanting more.  An epic, sweeping, mid-tempo ballad, "Love Like Stars" is a cinematic, soundtrack-ready stunner, complete with a big swelling

Hot Video Alert: James Durbin - Stand Up









    Admittedly, I gravitate towards female American Idol contestants, just for the simple fact that I like a female voice more than I like a male voice.  Case in point - James Durbin.  While watching Season 10 of American Idol, I was not the biggest James Durbin fan.  My problem?  I thought Durbin was essentially a less flashy and flamboyant version of Adam Lambert.  Every performance was "

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Emeli Sandé Set to Make American Television Debut April 19th on Conan, Album Out June 5th







    As you know by now, Scottish-born singer/songwriter Emeli Sandé is one of my 'Ones to Watch in 2012,' and for good reason - she's BLOODY AMAZING! After playing a small string of dates this past February and March, Sandé returns to the U.S. this Spring where she will be playing two special shows; an April 18th gig at the Bootleg Theatre in Los Angeles, followed by a performance April 24th at

Ones to Watch in 2012: Lune






    I get pitched a lot of garbage as editor of Music Is My King Size Bed, and while not EVERYTHING I get is garbage, not everything I get is a good fit for my blog.  That being said, when I hear new music or learn about a new artist and there's an instant connection with their music, I know that I have to do a post.  That's what happens with a lot of 'Ones to Watch' artists, and Lune is a prime

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Dutch Dance Diva Eva Simons Returns with Hot New Single








    Dutch recording artist Eva Simons needs to become a household name.  After releasing popular tunes like her 2009 hit "Silly Boy," and the international smash collaboration with DJ Afrojack, "Take Over Control,"  27 year Eva Simons is BACK on the dancefloor with a bangin' new track called "I Don't Like You." AMAZING.  Simons premiered the new single March 20th and released it

Jessie J to Release David Guetta Collaboration, 'LaserLight' May 13th









    On May 13th British singer/songwriter Jessie J will release "LaserLight," a collaboration with French DJ/Producer David Guetta as the seventh single off her triple-platinum selling debut album, Who You Are.  The song, which was written by Jessie J herself along with The Invisible Men, Giorgio Tuinfort, Frederick Riesterer and Guetta, appears on the special Platinum Edition of Who You Are,

Friday, April 6, 2012

Kris Allen Takes A Stand Against Bullying in New Video, Sophomore Album Out May 22nd




    Photo Credit: Adrian Sidney/PictureGroup


    American Idol Season 8 winner and the object of all my earthly desires, Kris Allen is set to release his highly anticipated sophomore album, Thank You Camellia May 22nd on RCA/19.  While it feels like it's been at least a decade since Allen released his self-titled debut album, in truth it's only 3 years.  Wow. Time goes by so slowly when you're

Adam Lambert To Release Sophomore Album May 15th, Listen To Four New Tracks







    FINALLY. The release of Adam Lambert's highly anticipated sophomore album is in sight. Trespassing was originally due to come out March 20th however in mid February, RCA announced a delay to allow time for Lambert to record new material.  The album is now scheduled for release May 15th in the U.S. and I couldn't be more excited.  Clearly, Adam's people were nervous after lead single, "

Thursday, April 5, 2012

British Soul-Rock Duo Graffiti6 Selected as New VEVO Lift Artist, 'Stare Into The Sun' Impacts Radio April 9th




    Photo Credit: Marina Chavez


    Well this is just AWESOME. British soul-rock duo (and Music Is My King Size Bed favorites) Graffiti6 (AKA Jamie Scott & Tommy D) is the new VEVO Lift Artist for the next few weeks. What an honor!  Fans will have the chance to get to know Graffiti6 on a deeper level through exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, video premieres and intimate live concerts.

Ones to Watch in 2012: Giulietta







    Allow me to introduce you to a new dance diva.  Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Giulietta is absolutely someone to keep an eye on.  This talented young artist became the first un-signed Australian artist to break the Billboard Dance Chart with a set of hotter than fire Dave Audé remixes of her single, "Vertigo."  The single peaked at an impressive #16 on the Billboard Dance Charts, an

Hot Video Alert: Rye Rye - Boom Boom







    I am LOVING Rye Rye right about now. She's a little spitfire isn't she?  21 year old Rye Rye first caught my attention with her single, "Never Will Be Mine", featuring Swedish electropop Goddess Robyn.  "Never Will Be Mine," released nearly a year ago, served as Rye Rye's second official single from her forthcoming album, Go! Pop! Bang!, which is due out May 15th via controversial artist 

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Haley Reinhart Sizzles in Retro-Fabulous Debut Single & Video, Album Out May 22nd





    Haley Reinhart was EASILY my favorite contestant during season 10 of American Idol.  There was just something about the quality and tone of her voice that was just so beyond her 20 years.  Every performance sucked me in and left me in a heap on the bed.  Unfortunately, after she appeared in the Bottom 3 four times during the run of the show, it became clear to me that Reinhart's days were

Hot Video Alert: Katy Perry - Part of Me






    Not sure what it's been about the last couple Katy Perry songs, but they took some time to grow on me.  The very same thing happened with Perry's latest smash, "Part Of Me," and I don't know what it is.  Perhaps it's over saturation? Perhaps it's because all of the songs all sound the same (*AHEM* Dr. Luke)? Who knows?! For one reason or another, Perry's music doesn't instantaneously connect

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Ones to Watch in 2012: Pepper












    Pepper is someone I've been hearing about for a few months now, however it wasn't until recently that I decided to give her a proper listen and BOY have I (and you) been missing out. This girl's a vocal powerhouse.  While she has yet to release a single, we shouldn't have to wait too much longer.  Per Pepper herself via her official Twitter, "First single out soon, album to follow

Hot Video Alert: Gavin DeGraw - Sweeter










    Photo credit: Debra Rothenberg/PictureGroup


    "Sweeter" serves as the title track and second single from American singer/songwriter Gavin DeGraw's fourth studio album.  Written and produced by DeGraw and Ryan Tedder, "Sweeter" is a worthy follow up to "Not Over You," which was released all the way back in May of 2011. Why the wait Gavin?  "Not Over You" peaked at a reasonably decent #18

Monday, April 2, 2012

Macy Gray Covers Radiohead, Kanye West, Colbie Caillat, Metallica and More on New Album









    Macy Gray is back ya'll! Covered is Gray's sixth studio album and her first with 429 Records, a subsidiary of Savoy Label Group/Nippon Columbia.  Joining Macy on the 429 roster are notable artists including The Bodeans, Everclear, Edwin McCain, John Popper (Blues Traveler), The Proclaimers, and Tonic.  That's an awful lot of bands/artists that were popular in the 90s and early 2000s, no?

Hot Video Alert: Usher - Climax








    "Climax" is the "genre-defying" lead single off of R&B singer/songwriter Usher's forthcoming seventh studio album, Looking For Myself, due out on RCA Records June 12th.  The banger was written by Usher along with co-writers Redd Stylez, Ariel Rechtshaid and Diplo, who also serve as producers on the track.  There's nothing I don't love about this song. Dark, gritty electro beats coupled

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Katharine McPhee 'SMASHES' Through with 'Touch Me', Smash Soundtrack Due May 1st





    If you watch Smash, NBC's brilliantly addictive prime time musical drama then you likely heard Katharine McPhee's song featured in last week's otherwise bland episode.  Co-penned by OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder (Kelly Clarkson, Jordin Sparks, Leona Lewis) and Bonnie McKee (Katy Perry, Taio Cruz, Britney Spears) "Touch Me" is utter electropop magnificence.  While this dance pop gem is an awkward

Hot Video Alert: Monica & Brandy - It All Belongs To Me








    R&B sensations Monica & Brandy have paired up for a new duet, "It All Belongs To Me," making it their first collaboration since "The Boy Is Mine" 14 years ago. The girls released the single, penned and produced by Rico Love, Earl Hood and Eric Goudy II, on February 10th 2012.  The Chris Robinson-directed video premiered on VH1 March 5th, borrowing elements from female-centric girl power

Cassie Picks Up Right Where She Left Off with 'King Of Hearts'






    It's official. I'm obsessed with Cassie's new single "King Of Hearts," which consequently means I'm obsessed with Cassie - all over again. It's been a minute.  I know, I know...I've been sitting on this one for a while now.  I've been reading about her new stuff over on MuuMuse and The Prophet Blog but only just recently sat down to listen to what she's been up to all of these years since