Bob Dylan tribute album Chimes of Freedom reveals insane tracklist

Last month we told you of an upcoming Bob Dylan tribute album being put together in celebration of Amnesty International’s 50th anniversary. At the time, My Morning Jacket, Adele, David Matthews Band, and Ke$ha were among the confirmed participants. Now, the set’s entire tracklist has been revealed, and Ke$ha’s cover of ”Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right” is just the beginning of the insanity.

Spanning four discs and 72 tracks (!!!), Chimes of Freedom: The Songs of Bob Dylan Honoring 50 Years of Amnesty International packages together new or previously unreleased Dylan covers from artist of all different genres and generations. Obvious highlights include covers of “You’re A Big Girl Now” by MMJ, “Outlaw Blues” by Queens of the Stone Age, ”Not Dark Yet” by Silversun Pickups, “Drifter’s Escape” by Patti Smith, and “Lay Down Your Weary Tune” by Billy Bragg.

Other notable contributors include The Who’s Pete Townshend (“Corrina, Corrina”), Sting (“Girl from the North Country”), Bryan Ferry (“Bob Dylan’s Dream”), The Gaslight Anthem (“Changing of the Guards”), Elvis Costello (“License to Kill”), Mark Knopfler (“Restless Farewell”), Sinéad O’Connor (“Property of Jesus”), Joan Baez (“Seven Curses (Live)”), Fistful Of Mercy (“Buckets Of Rain”), Bad Religion (“It’s All Over Now, Baby Blue”), Cage the Elephant (“The Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll”), and Pete Seeger (“Forever Young”). Dylan himself contributes the album’s namesake.

And just because, Ms. “On Melancholy Hill” (aka Miley Cyrus) takes on “You’re Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go” and Maroon 5 tackles “ I Shall Be Released”. Also, Seal and Jeff Beck randomly team up for a reworking of “Like A Rolling Stone” and actress Evan Rachel Wood contributes her cover of “I’d Have You Anytime”.

The collection is scheduled for physical and digital release in North America on January 24th, 2012 via Fontana Distribution. It will then be distributed internationally through Fontana International on January 30th. All profits will go to benefit Amnesty International.

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A Very Gaga Holiday [EP] - Cover, Tracklisting, and Stream

Lady Gaga is set to release an album containing jazz versions from her holiday special, A Very Gaga Thanksgiving. The tracklisting contains the tracks, White Christmas, Orange Colored Sky, Yoü and I, and The Edge of Glory. Take a listen below! The EP is on US iTunes now, and will be released everywhere November 26.

One Direction signs to Columbia Records

One Direction move to Columbia
ONE DIRECTION have signed a US record deal with Columbia – home to Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and David Bowie.

Label bosses, who also have Adele signed up, are now preparing to give the lads a huge push on the other side of the pond.

Louis, Zayn, Niall, Harry and Liam will tour America in February and March as their plan for global pop stardom really takes off.

US fans had already started a Facebook campaign to bring them over, pulling in 50,000 members in just a few days.

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Nicki Minaj Added to Grammy Nominations Concert Lineup

Fresh off her two wins at Sunday’s AMAs, Nicki Minaj is gearing up for another big award show. The Pink Friday rapper has been added to the star-studded lineup for the “The GRAMMY Nominations Concert Live!! — Countdown to Music’s Biggest Night.”


The previously nominated Minaj and Katy Perry will each present during the one-hour CBS special, airing live on November 30 at 10 p.m. EST from the Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE. The show will announce nominations in several categories for the 54th annual ceremony next February.

Usher will join Valerie Simpson of hitmaking duo Ashford and Simpson and Mike Stoller of the songwriting team Leiber & Stoller in a moving tribute to songwriters. Both lost their longtime songwriting partners, Nick Ashford and Jerry Leiber, this past year.

Other performers include Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Lupe Fiasco, Ludacris, Sugarland, and the Band Perry. LL Cool J will return as host.

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Nicki Minaj Readies ‘Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded’ for Valentine’s Day

Roman is getting his revenge this Valentine’s Day. Nicki Minaj has announced the title and release date for her next album.


Pink Friday: ROMAN RELOADED will serve as the follow-up to last year’s platinum-selling debut Pink Friday, which spawned the hit single “Super Bass.” It is slated for release on February 14, 2012.
The title is based off Nicki’s flamboyant alter ego Roman Zolanski, described as her gay male counterpart. He can be heard rapping on the Eminem-assisted “Roman’s Revenge” and Trey Songz’ “Bottoms Up.”
The Young Money raptress took to Twitter to inform her Barbz of the exciting news. “Pink Friday : ROMAN RELOADED will be released on Valentines Day, 2012. Heeeee’s baaaacccckkkkk,” she tweeted.
It’s unclear whether the project will be comprised of all new recordings or be a re-release of her debut with additional material.

The two-time AMA winner joined David Guetta in Los Angeles this week to shoot a video for “Turn Me On,” the next single off the French DJ’s album Nothing But the Beat.

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New Toy-Box album and world tour confirmed for 2012

Known by fans as Aqua’s "biggest copycat", the comparisons between Toy-Box and Aqua were uncanny. The vocals sounded similar, they both released two successful albums, and they both disbanded randomly and without warning. Since Aqua's reunion four years ago, questions began to rise as to whether Toy-Box would see Aqua’s comeback as an opportunity to reunite too. Well, whether or not Aqua’s reunion played a role in Toy-Box’s decision, we are happy to announce that the rumours are indeed true: Toy-Box have confirmed their comeback for 2012!

That’s right, Aneela Mirza has officially revealed that she and Amir will be reuniting in 2012 as the bubblegum duo Toy-Box. In a post on her official blog, Aneela revealed that they have big plans for Toy-Box next year, and will start by releasing their third studio album!

"The entire Toy-Box team is very excited about this new album, and we are working very hard to deliver the best album imaginable. 2012 will unite us with all you wonderful people once again, as we start our World tour."

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Katy Perry to take a year long break from music

Katy Perry is set to take a one year break from her music career in order to start a family with husband Russell Brand, according to reports.