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10 Best Alternative Songs of 2011

Posted on Dec 21st 2011 5:35PM by The AOL Radio Staff
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The Top 10 Alternative Songs of 2011 contain a mix of old (Foo Fighters) and new (Foster the People) but it is fan favorite Coldplay that won the attention of our listeners this year. Check out the 10 alternative songs that rated highly on AOL Radio this year.
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'All I Ever Wanted'
Airborne Toxic Event
The second track from the album, "All At Once," by Airborne Toxic Event has the band staying true to their melodic brooding sound, reminiscent of a modern day Bob Dylan. 'All I Ever Wanted' takes the band a step forward with a more striking guitar sound mixed with indie sensibilities. For those who wanted something different sounding, this song was it.
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10 Best Country Songs of 2011

Posted on Dec 16th 2011 4:05PM by The AOL Radio Staff
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The Top 10 Country Songs of 2011 on AOL Radio features two songs by arguably Nashville's biggest superstar this year, Blake Shelton, as well as a list of other favorites in the genre. So where do other country stars such as Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley and Tim McGraw rank on our list of the best of the year? Find out below!
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'A Little Bit Stronger'
Sara Evans
Sara Evans grabbed a little magic from Hillary Scott of Lady Antebellum and scored her first number one since 2005 with 'A Little Bit Stronger.' Scott was one of the co-writers and sang harmony on the record. The lyrics told of a woman's ability to move on after a long relationship and it resonated with country fans who gave Evans a standing ovation when she played it at the Academy of Country Music Awards on April 3. On May 24, at the songs' peak, Sara performed it on the finale of 'Dancing with the Stars.'
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Sara Evans - A Little Bit Stronger

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10 Best R&B Songs of 2011

Posted on Dec 15th 2011 2:45PM by The AOL Radio Staff
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The Top 10 R&B Songs of 2011 features our look back at the year of R&B, including the return of Lil Wayne and the anticipated releases of Drake's 'Take Care' and Beyonce's '4.' So which tracks made our Top 10 R&B Songs of 2011? Find out below!
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'Pieces of Me'
Ledisi
This Grammy-nominated song is the title track off the R&B singer's fifth album of the same name. The soulful ballad is an empowering anthem reminiscent of Whitney Houston's 'I'm Every Woman.'
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10 Best Rock Songs of 2011

Posted on Dec 14th 2011 4:10PM by The AOL Radio Staff
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The Top 10 Rock Songs of 2011 reflect really what was a mix of old and new successes over the past year. 2011 saw the return of favorites such as the Foo Fighters and Seether, while bands like Korn and Sum 41 experimented -- and succeeded -- in evolving their sound. Meanwhile the demand for rising acts such as Adelita's Way proves that there is plenty of promise left to be heard in the genre. Below are the 10 songs of 2011 which became favorites on AOL Radio's rock stations.
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'All Signs Point to Lauderdale'
A Day to Remember
This single off A Day to Remember's fourth studio album, 'What Separates Me from You,' is one of three songs from the band that was a favorite among AOL Radio rock listeners in 2011. However it was 'All Signs Point to Lauderdale' which stood out from the others, having a solid mix of rock, punk, metal and big hooks that caught our attention.
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10 Best Hip-Hop Songs of 2011

Posted on Dec 14th 2011 10:45AM by The AOL Radio Staff
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The Top 10 Hip-Hop Songs of 2011 continues our look back at the best in AOL Radio in 2011. It was a big year for Kanye West, Drake and Lil Wayne as they each have multiple appearances on our list as both main and featured artists. Read below to see which hip-hop tracks were most loved by AOL Radio listeners.
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'Out of My Head' Feat. Trey Songz
Lupe Fiasco
'Out of My Head' is the third single off Lupe Fiasco's 'Lasers' and tells of the similarities between getting a memorable tune stuck in your head with getting wrapped up in daydreams over a woman. The song had no problem getting stuck in AOL Radio's listeners' heads which is why it has earned its spot on the Top 10 Hip-Hop Songs of 2011 list.
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10 Best Songs of 2011

Posted on Dec 12th 2011 2:00PM by AOL Radio Staff
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The Top 10 Songs of 2011 contain several club-friendly high octane dance songs including favorites by Rihanna, Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez and LMFAO. On the other hand, indie favorites from Foster the People and Adele crossed over into the mainstream which suggests that the definition of what is traditionally described as "pop music" has evolved to become more expansive of other genres. 2011 comprised of many surprise hits by various acts but below we've compiled the 10 biggest songs that ran our stations over the course of the year.
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'Pumped Up Kicks'
Foster the People
Having the only debut single on the AOL Radio Top 10 of 2011 list, Foster the People rose from the indie scene in 2011 and made their own mark in the mainstream world with their hit 'Pumped Up Kicks.' The song spread like a wildfire after its debut in 2010 and as the band and the song gained notoriety, DJs across the country found the song fit nicely in playlists that also featured the likes of Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and Rihanna. 'Pumped Up Kicks' was a favorite on AOL Radio's playlists across multiple formats, which is why the song has earned it's spot on the Top 10 of 2011 list.
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Welcome to the NEW AOL Radio powered by Slacker

Posted on Oct 19th 2011 9:31AM by Thomas Chau
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Welcome to the NEW AOL Radio powered by Slacker.

Below are some questions and answers related to the new AOL Radio powered by Slacker experience. Keep visiting http://aolradioblog.com for more information about AOL Radio powered by Slacker or sign up for the AOL Radio newsletter.


GENERAL QUESTIONS


1) How do I get to the NEW AOL Radio powered by Slacker web player?

You can access the new AOL Radio player at http://www.aolradio.com.


2) How will I get to the NEW AOL Radio powered by Slacker iPhone, iPad Touch or iPad app?

The new AOL Radio powered by Slacker app is now available on the iTunes store. If you already have the AOL Radio app iPhone/iPad/iTouch installed, you will have to upgrade in order to continue listening to AOL Radio stations. You can do this through the iTunes App Store on your computer or directly on your device.

To download or upgrade to the AOL Radio powered by Slacker app, click on this link.


3) What is different and the same about AOL Radio powered by Slacker?

There will be 50% less audio commercials, a longer player sleep timeout PLUS new and improved features along with an all-new design for both the web and mobile players.

AOL Radio's 200 stations will continue to be programmed by our expert music directors and we've also added ABC News and ESPN Radio to our station offering.


4) Is AOL Radio still free?

Yes, AOL Radio will continue to be free and will have new and improved features along with 50% fewer audio commercials.

Coming in December, we will offer two paid premium options which will allow you to listen to AOL Radio ad-free with unlimited skipping as well as on-demand listening. (see Question 11)

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