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Sunday, September 4, 2011

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A music download is the transferral of a song from an Internet-facing computer or website to a user's local computer. This term encompasses both legal downloads and downloads of copyright material without permission or payment.

Popular examples of online music stores that sell digital singles and albums include the iTunes Store, Napster, Zune Marketplace, Amazon MP3, Nokia Music Store, TuneTribe, Kazaa and eMusic. Paid downloads are sometimes encoded with Digital Rights Management that restricts making extra copies of the music or playing purchased songs on certain digital audio players. They are almost always compressed using a lossy codec (usually MPEG-1 Layer 3 or Windows Media), reducing file size and therefore bandwidth requirements.

However, this may cause an apparent loss in quality to a listener when compared to a CD, and cause compatibility issues with certain software and devices. Uncompressed files and losslessly compressed files are available at some sites.
As of 2006, digital music sales are estimated to have reached a trade value of approximately US$2 billion, with tracks available through 500 online services located in 40 countries, representing around 10 percent of the total global music market. Around the world in 2006, an estimated five billion songs, equating to 38,000 years in music, were swapped on peer-to-peer websites, while 509 million were purchased online. As of January 2011, Apple's iTunes Store alone saw $1.1 billion of revenue in fiscal Q1.
Music downloads offered by artists
Some artists allow their songs to be downloaded from their websites, often as a short preview or a low-quality sampling. Others have embedded services in their sites that allow purchases of their singles or albums.
Challenges to legal music downloads
Even legal music downloads have faced a number of challenges from artists, record labels and the Recording Industry Association of America. In July 2007, the Universal Music Group decided not to renew their long-term contracts with iTunes. This legal challenge was primarily based upon the issue of pricing of songs, as Universal wanted to be able to charge more or less depending on the artist, a shift away from iTunes' standard 99 cents per song pricing. Many industry leaders feel that this is only the first of many show-downs between Apple Inc. and the various record labels.

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Saturday, August 13, 2011

Selena Gomez “Monte Carlo” International Movie Poster

Selena Gomez “Monte Carlo” International Movie Poster: "

While the original “Monte Carlo” movie poster featured the three leading actresses, Selena Gomez, Leighton Meester and Katie Cassidy, the international movie poster above only features Selena! Which of these movie posters is your favorite?

Have you seen “Monte Carlo” in theaters? What did you think of the movie?

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Video: Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato And Taylor Swift At The 2011 Teen Choice Awards

Video: Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato And Taylor Swift At The 2011 Teen Choice Awards: "

Here is a video of Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato and Taylor Swift arriving at the 2011 Teen Choice Awards. It’s really interesting to see and hear what it’s like for these celebs to arrive at events – from all of the cameras snapping photos of them to the media yelling at them to pose certain ways. We can’t imagine how they stay calm in situations like this! Check it out:

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Taylor Swift Covers Fall Out Boy’s “Sugar We’re Going Down”

Taylor Swift Covers Fall Out Boy’s “Sugar We’re Going Down”: "

Here is a video of Taylor Swift covering Fall Out Boy’s “Sugar We’re Going Down” at one of her recent Speak Now concert tour shows! We think she does a great job covering the song and we love that she keeps picking new artists to cover at each of her performances! Listen below and let us know what you think!

Which song would you like to hear Taylor cover next?

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David Banner Discusses Working With Justin Bieber And Chris Brown On “Ladies Love Me”

David Banner Discusses Working With Justin Bieber And Chris Brown On “Ladies Love Me”: "

Rapper and producer David Banner spoke with Rolling Stone about the collaboration between himself, Justin Bieber and Chris Brown. He says the song “Ladies Love Me” came about spur of the moment! Justin and Chris were in the studio together and David walked in to check on the progress of Chris’ album. When the duo saw David they turned to each other and said that he should make the beat for their new track!

Here’s what David revealed about “Ladies Love Me,”

Justin got in front of the mic and smashed. There were a couple mistakes but he went through the flow on the initial recording, the fast-rapping, in one take. Everybody in the studio was standing there with their mouths open…I hope that people can feel the friendship that Justin and Chris have on the track. You can tell they really look out for each other.

Are you a fan of the song “Ladies Love Me”?

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Taylor Swift Says Selena Gomez And Emma Stone Are Like Her Sisters

Taylor Swift Says Selena Gomez And Emma Stone Are Like Her Sisters: "

Aww! Taylor Swift spoke with radio hosts Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O recently about her good friends Selena Gomez and Emma Stone. Taylor revealed that the two actresses are like sisters to her!

My friends are amazing and I’m so thankful to have them, [but] the ones that are like sisters to me are Selena Gomez and Emma Stone…They can predict my thoughts; I’ve known them for so long it’s really cool to have friends that are that close.

Cute!

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Walt Disney Pictures Acquires Rights To “The Finest Hours”

Walt Disney Pictures Acquires Rights To “The Finest Hours”: "

Walt Disney Pictures has acquired the rights to make a movie based on the non-fiction book “The Finest Hours.” Writers Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson will pen the script and Jim Whitaker and Dorothy Aufiero will produce.

The book is about a Coast Guard rescue mission that took place when two oil tankers were torn in half by waves during a nor-easter blizzard.

We’ll keep you posted!

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Taylor Lautner “Abduction” Movie Trailer 2

Taylor Lautner “Abduction” Movie Trailer 2: "

Here is the second movie trailer to be released for Taylor Lautner’s upcoming film “Abduction.” The movie also stars Taylor’s girlfriend Lily Collins and is set to arrive on September 23rd. Watch the new trailer below and let us know if this looks like a movie you want to see in theaters!

How cool is it that Taylor did most of his own stunts?

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Taylor Lautner “Abduction” Movie Trailer 2

Taylor Lautner “Abduction” Movie Trailer 2: "

How cool is it that Taylor did most of his own stunts?

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“Fish Hooks” Episodes “Run, Oscar, Run” And “Mascotastrophe”

“Fish Hooks” Episodes “Run, Oscar, Run” And “Mascotastrophe”: "

On August 13th at 10:30am ET/PT you should tune in to watch “Fish Hooks” on the Disney Channel! The first episode that will air is titled “Run, Oscar, Run.” Here is the episode description:

“Oscar is being honored with an award for perfect attendance and, unfortunately, Bea and Milo get the trio into a predicament, preventing Oscar from being there, but Oscar is determined to make it back on time and get his award.”

Then, tune in for “Mascotastrophe,” which originally aired on June 24th. Here’s the episode description:

“Freshwater High is in the battle for the Basketball Championship Title against Gecko Prep and the only ones who can give them enough school spirit to win are Milo and Oscar disguised as the ‘Fighting Fishhook’ mascot. After their identities are revealed, Oscar gets fishnapped by the Geckos and it’s up to Milo to get him back and make amends before the final championship game.”

Characters in the episode are voiced by:

- Chelsea Kane (“Dancing with the Stars”) as Bea

- Kyle Massey (“Cory in the House”) as Milo

- Justin Roiland (“The Sarah Silverman Program”) as Oscar

Will you be watching?

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ABC’s “Modern Family” Wins Outstanding Achievement In Comedy From The Television Critics Association

ABC’s “Modern Family” Wins Outstanding Achievement In Comedy From The Television Critics Association: "

ABC’s “Modern Family” has picked up the award for Outstanding Achievement in comedy from the Television Critics Association! Congratulations to the show’s cast and crew!

Here’s what “Modern Family” actor Rico Rodriguez Tweeted about the award:

We just won for outstanding achievement in comedy from the Television Critics Association!! Woohoo! So honored!!

We can’t wait for “Modern Family” to come back on the air! What about you?

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Justin Bieber’s Someday Ice Cream Sundae At Harrods

Justin Bieber’s Someday Ice Cream Sundae At Harrods: "

Harrods in London has created a Justin Bieber ice cream sundae, for sale at the new ice cream parlor on the second floor of the store. The new sundae helps to promote Justin’s new Someday fragrance, which you can also purchase at the store. Justin’s ice cream retails for over $30 US dollars, and the proceeds go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Guess what makes up Justin’s ice cream sundae!

- Wild Berry Ice Cream

- Vanilla Ice Cream

- Fresh Pear

- Lavender Sprinkles

- Edible Glitter

The ice cream sundae will be available for the month of August. Let us know if you try it!

[IMG Credit: Twitter, @ukbieberday]

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Selena Gomez’s “Monte Carlo” On Blu-ray And DVD October 18, 2011

Selena Gomez’s “Monte Carlo” On Blu-ray And DVD October 18, 2011: "

On October 18th Selena Gomez’s movie “Monte Carlo” will arrive on Blu-ray and DVD. Here is a description of the movie from IMDB:

“Three young women vacationing in Paris find themselves whisked away to Monte Carlo after one of the girls is mistaken for a British heiress.”

The three actresses in the film are Selena, Leighton Meester and Katie Cassidy. If you’ve seen the movie did you think that the ladies fit their roles perfectly?

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Anna Maria Perez De Tagle Fashion Show Photos

Anna Maria Perez De Tagle Fashion Show Photos: "

Anna Maria Perez De Tagle just got an Instagram account and now she has been posting photos non-stop – love it! Anna posted these new photos from a fashion show she recently attended. We love her outfit, and as always her hair looks perfect!

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“Jungle Junction” Episodes “Rock Around The Clock” And “The Jolly”

“Jungle Junction” Episodes “Rock Around The Clock” And “The Jolly”: "

On August 15th at 9am ET/PT be sure to tune in to the Disney Channel for two episodes of “Jungle Junction.” The first is called “Rock Around The Clock.” Here is the episode description:

“Zooter accidentally breaks Bungo’s record player right before the annual Rock Around the Clock dance party.”

Then there’s “The Jolly,”

“Miss Jolly discovers a rare flower, but every time she goes to show it to her friends, it disappears.”

Let us know if you’ll be watching!

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Hilary Duff At The Kendra Scott Jewelry Grand Opening

Hilary Duff At The Kendra Scott Jewelry Grand Opening: "

Hilary Duff attended the Kendra Scott Jewelry of Beverly Hills Grand Opening on August 10th. The event benefited the Blessings In A Backpack campaign and was held at the Andez hotel in West Hollywood, California.

Hilary and her husband Mike Comrie are celebrating their one year wedding anniversary this weekend – congratulations to the happy couple! Hilary mentioned in an interview that she wouldn’t mind getting a piece of ruby jewelry from her husband – maybe the Kendra Scott Jewelry collection has something she might like!

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Joe Jonas Eats At Cafe Med In West Hollywood, California August 9, 2011

Joe Jonas Eats At Cafe Med In West Hollywood, California August 9, 2011: "

Joe Jonas sported an I <3 Rock n’ Roll t-shirt during his lunch break at Cafe Med in West Hollywood, California on August 9th. Joe visited the restaurant alongside his bodyguard. No word on whether or not Joe met any of his friends there as well.

Joe has been busy lately promoting his upcoming album “Fast Life,” which will release to stores on October 11th. The Jonas Brother will also be touring with Britney Spears in Europe soon! Do you have plans to see the duo perform?

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Ashley Tisdale Visits The Hair Salon August 9, 2011

Ashley Tisdale Visits The Hair Salon August 9, 2011: "

Are you a fan of Ashley Tisdale’s blonde hair rather than her brunette locks she had been sporting for her “Hellcats” role on the CW? Ashley is! She was spotted leaving the hair salon in Los Angeles, California on August 9th with her hair still golden.

We’re still not sure if Ashley dyed her hair blonde for another movie or TV role, or maybe just for fun! What do you think?

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Illustrations for The 13th sign Jewellery

Illustrations for The 13th sign Jewellery: "

A series of illustrations for The 13th sign Jewellery created by Lydia Courteille, a French jewellery designer widely known for her quirky taste of design. In her world the prosaic notion of “what will sell?” does not exist. She’s not afraid to use colors and contrasts that are vibrant and unexpected. She embraces a wide range of historical periods, not allowing her passion for jewels to be temporally confined — some of her most ancient stones find their roots in the early 18th century. We can see her genuine passion for her career through her remarkable creations. Each different theme of her collections has it’s own story to be read.

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