Giveaway: The Ready Set Tour Package

Nashville readers, listen up! Tragic Kingdom is giving you a chance to see The Ready Set live when he stops in Nashville on September 27th. When the tour stops in Nashville, Tragic Kingdom is giving one lucky reader 2 tickets, a t-shirt and an autographed poster from The Ready Set!

Here's how to enter and win: 
1) Follow me on Twitter: @CMVetrano
2) Like Tragic Kingdom on Facebook
3) Vote in our poll
4) Share the following on Facebook and/or Twitter (be sure to use the text below and tag us on FB, so we can track your entries)

Facebook: I entered to win tickets to see The Ready Set live in Nashville on Tragic Kingdom! http://bit.ly/PWjC2k

Twitter: I entered to win a @thereadyset prize package on #TragicKingdom! @CMVetrano 
http://bit.ly/PWjC2k

Don't forget to complete each step carefully, as winners will be selected based on complete entries. Also note that each share on Facebook and Tweet count as (1) entry, so share often. Winners will be alerted via email on September 26th.

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First Listen: Rihanna "Diamonds"

In anticipation of Rihanna's fall release, you can check out her new single "Diamonds" right now on Tragic Kingdom. The new single kicks off the seventh album from the R&B diva, who has been in out of the news lately regarding her rocky, and often times, confusing love life. If this single indicates anything, it looks like things are back on track for the singer, who's last few records have been quite dark following the public beat down she suffered from then-boyfriend Chris Brown.

Listen to the single below and pick it up on iTunes later this week.

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Giveaway: Tickets to Boys Like Girls & The All-American Rejects

Nashville readers, listen up! Tragic Kingdom is giving you a chance to see The All-American Rejects & Boys Like Girls live when it stops in Nashville on September 27th. AND you can win two passes to check out The All-American Reject soundcheck before the show!

Here's how to enter and win: 
1) Follow me on Twitter: @CMVetrano
2) Like Tragic Kingdom on Facebook
3) Vote in our poll
4) Share the following on Facebook and/or Twitter (be sure to use the text below and tag us on FB, so we can track your entries)

Facebook: I entered to win tickets to see The All-American Rejects & Boys Like Girls live in Nashville on Tragic Kingdom! http://bit.ly/PN7XBj

Twitter: I entered to win tickets to see @therejects & @BoysLikeGirls in Nashville! Thanks #TragicKingdom & @CMVetrano! http://bit.ly/PN7XBj

Don't forget to complete each step carefully, as winners will be selected based on complete entries. Also note that each share on Facebook and Tweet count as (1) entry, so share often. Winners will be alerted via email on September 26th.

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Wednesday Wrap Up: 9/19/12

I get it, time is of the essence, and sometimes there's just not enough of it to keep up with the latest happenings in music. In an effort to save you time, I've compiled the highlights from this week. Consider it your hump day treat!

Here's some of the week's biggest headlines and stories:

- Carrie Underwood kicked off The Blown Away tour in New Hampshire

- The X Factor Season 2 premiere with Britney Spears, watch highlights from the pop stars first night on the show and find out who was named the new hosts

- American Idol announced it's new judging panel, which included Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj who were later rumored to be feuding on the set

- Ke$ha released the art and track listing for her new album and single

- Kris Allen was dropped from RCA records 

- Kelly Clarkson asks P!nk, Lady Gaga, and/or Jessie J to duet

- The Voice announced that Shakira and Usher would replace Cee Lo Green and Christina Aguilera in Season 4

- Coldplay announce next single with new artwork

And don't forget to follow me on Twitter and Facebook for up-to-date news, as it happens!

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Giveaway: Carrie Underwood Blown Away Tour Tickets

Carrie Underwood kicked off the American leg of her 55-city The Blown Away Tour tour on Friday in Manchester, NH. The songstress hit the road with fellow country crooner Hunter Hayes, who just scored his first number one single with "Wanted". The two successful songbirds have a busy Fall ahead; in addition to the tour, Carrie will continue her duties as co-host of November 1st's CMA Awards in Nashville, and lends her face to Olay and Vitamin Water.

Nashville readers, listen up! Tragic Kingdom is giving you a chance to see The Blown Away Tour live when it stops at Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, September 23rd.

Here's how to enter and win:

1) Follow me AND Carrie Underwood on Twitter: @CMVetrano // @CarrieUnderwood

2) Like Tragic Kingdom on Facebook 

3) Vote in our poll: What's your favorite Carrie Underwood album

4) Share the following on Facebook and/or Twitter (be sure to use the text below and tag us on FB, so we can track your entries)

Facebook: I want to get Blown Away! I entered to win tickets to see Carrie Underwood live in Nashville on Tragic Kingdom! http://bit.ly/Oyydyj   

Twitter: I want to get Blown Away! I entered to win tickets to see @CarrieUnderwood from #TragicKingdom & @CMVetrano! http://bit.ly/Oyydyj

Don't forget to complete each step carefully, as winners will be selected based on complete entries. Also note that each share on Facebook and Tweet count as (1) entry, so share often. Winners will be alerted via email on September 21st.

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Adele 'Falls' into New Bond Film

It was no surprise that when producers began looking for Bond's new it-girl to sing the theme for the upcoming film Skyfall, they were drawn to the voice of last couple years. It was confirmed that Adele would perform the theme song for the upcoming Bond movie - the franchise's 23rd. The song, which was recorded at Abbey Road Studios and is rumored to share the film's title, is expected to premiere in a few weeks followed by the film's release on November 9.

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Kelly Clarkson's Greatest Hits...So Far

With three chart topping singles from her latest album Stronger, a headlining spot on one of the summer's biggest tours and a recent nomination for Best Female Vocalist by the Country Music Association (yep, that's right - watch out Carrie), Kelly Clarkson doesn't show any signs of slowing down. One thing that the latter may indicate, though, is a new direction. And before she digs deeper into her southern roots, it's time to look back on the pop anthems that put her on top of the game.

In a conference yesterday at Sony Records, it was announced that Clarkson would deliver a greatest hits compilation on the label before the year's end. The record is rumored to include 4 new tracks, albeit a catchy new crossover radio single to close out the year, and 2 covers, which will likely be a couple of the fan favorites from her tour.

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Josiah Leming Gets "High"

Tragic Kingdom gave readers and Josiah Leming's legion of fans the first listen of his new summer single "High" over the weekend and his fans were on cloud-nine. The upbeat, fresh single made us want to pop the top and take a drive down the PCH. Apparently Leming had the same thing in mind since the music video, to accompany the new track, shows Leming driving around and enjoying Los Angeles with his friends.

Check out the clever new video now and grab the single on Bandcamp. And don't forget to share it with your friends on Twitter using the hashtag #GetHigh!

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Wednesday Wrap Up: 9/12/12

I get it, time is of the essence, and sometimes there's just not enough of it to keep up with the latest happenings of your favorite stars. In an effort to save you time, I've compiled the highlights from this week. Consider it your hump day treat!

Here's some of the week's biggest headlines and stories:

- Country cutie Kellie Pickler goes bald, find out more and see photos

- 'X Factor' Season 2 premieres tonight with the addition of Demi Lovato and Britney Spears, watch a preview here

- OneRepublic release their new single and video "Feel Again"

- Lana Del Rey shows her assets, appearing on the cover of GQ & Vogue

- No Doubt premieres the cover of their upcoming album Push & Shove

- Christina Aguilera announces her departure from 'The Voice', read more about her announcement

- Kelly Clarkson celebrates 10 years since being crowned 'American Idol' by singing single "A Moment Like This" live

- Josiah Leming released his new single "High", listen to the single now

- Britney Spears learns Gangnam Style dance on Ellen

And don't forget to follow me on Twitter and Facebook for up-to-date news, as it happens!

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First Listen: Josiah Leming "High"

Music's new "it"-kid, Josiah Leming knows what his fans want: new music. The singer announced last month that he will independently release a new single and music video each month through the rest of the year.

The series kicked off with the pop single "Love Me Or Not", which gave his cult following a taste of what was to come. And now, following the success of the first single, Leming is preparing the release of September's. The track, entitled "High", follows in "Love Me Or Not"'s footsteps - it's catchy, upbeat and makes you wanna put the top down and take a drive down the PCH.

Check out the music video when it premieres on his newly, redesigned website on Tuesday, September 11th and purchase the song on Bandcamp tomorrow.

Just can't wait to hear it? Tragic Kingdom is giving you a first listen to the catchy, summer song right now!

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First Listen: Rihanna "Cockiness (feat. A$AP Rocky)"

Rihanna's new, sexually-charged single "Cockiness" got a makeover for its release with the addition of A$AP Rocky. The R&B songstress is rumored to be performing the new version of the track this Thursday at MTV's Video Music Awards. Listen to the track below and tune into to catch the performance Thursday night on MTV.

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Giveaway: Kelly Clarkson & The Fray Tickets!

Kelly Clarkson sure has had a busy summer!

Her latest album 'Stronger' has already delivered three hit singles, she served as a mentor on ABC's series Duets, landed herself a big-wig boyfriend and has been traveling around the U.S. with fellow rockers, The Fray. Along the way, she's created a viral buzz with her renditions of some of the most recognizable songs in music during the 'fan request' section of her show.

It's no doubt that she'll be closing the tour (on Sept. 15th) in Nashville with a bang - and Tragic Kingdom will be there to capture every moment - but before we celebrate her choice for Music City, let's look back at some of her most jaw-dropping moments from the summer.

Oh and did I mention that I'll be giving two lucky readers a chance to see the show up close and personal?! Each week until the show, I will award one winner 2 tickets and a t-shirt to the Nashville show at Bridgestone Arena!

Here's how to win:

1) Watch the videos below.

2) Pick your jaw up off the floor and vote for your favorite here.

3) Like our page on Facebook and share the following on Facebook and/or Twitter (be sure to use the text below and tag us on FB, so we can track your entries)

Facebook: I entered to win tickets to see Kelly Clarkson & The Fray live in Nashville on Tragic Kingdom! http://bit.ly/Talh6A 

Twitter: I entered to win tix to see @Kelly_Clarkson & @TheFray in Nashville from #TragicKingdom & @CMVetrano! http://bit.ly/Talh6A

Each vote on the poll, share on Facebook and Tweet count as (1) entry. Winners will be alerted via email on September 12th.

Kelly Clarkson - Til The World Ends (Britney Spears)

 Kelly Clarkson - Creep (Radiohead)

Kelly Clarkson - Lose Yourself (Eminem)

Kelly Clarkson - No Scrubs (TLC)

Kelly Clarkson - Don't Speak (No Doubt)

Kelly Clarkson - Princess of China (Coldplay & Rihanna)

Click here to take the poll now and be entered to win tickets to see Kelly Clarkson & The Fray live in Nashville! 

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