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Kelly Clarkson’s Journey From “You” to “me”

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May 15, 2023
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Amid increasing suspense, layer upon layer – voice, organ, and then strings, Kelly Clarkson proclaims, “I’m always pleasing someone, honestly, now I’m done,” as her voice itself is stacked into a one-woman choir. Turns out, she’d actually been waiting a lifetime for a moment like this. Kelly Clarkson’s new single “me” arrives after a tumultuous few years for the singer.

Album Review: Aquarius by Tinashe

October 1, 2014
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Tinashe is releasing her first album since signing with RCA Records next week, on October 7. The R&B singer and songwriter began to see popularity thanks to a series of acclaimed mixtapes released independently between 2012 and 2013, showcasing her abilities as a writer and producer and allowing her to gain buzz,
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Single Review: “L.A. Love (La La)” by Fergie

September 29, 2014
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Eight years after the release of her debut solo album, The Dutchess, Fergie finally returns with a new lead single from her long awaited sophomore album. “L.A. Love (La La),” features a hip-hop, bass-heavy beat produced by current hip-hop hit-maker, DJ Mustard (“Rack City,” “2 On”). In signature Fergie style she
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Album Review: “Break the Cycle” by You+Me

September 22, 2014
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Today, Huffington Post premiered “Break the Cycle,” the second single from rose ave., the much anticipated project from P!nk and City and Colour, aka You and Me.  The song is only the second offering we’ve heard from the newly formed duo, and once again it does not disappoint. On the first
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Single Review: “Shake It Off” by Taylor Swift

August 19, 2014
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Taylor Swift has been moving in more of a pop direction with each album release, and apparently with the upcoming 1989 she has made the full-blown transition. Swift is previewing the new set with lead single “Shake It Off.” The track has the driving ’80s beat needed for immediate impact, and it
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