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Maroon 5, 'Payphone' -- New Song

Posted on Apr 17th 2012 10:51AM by Thomas Chau
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Maroon 5 has released the first single 'Payphone' off their forthcoming album 'Overexposed,' which will go on sale June 26th. The band performed the song for the first time during last night's taping of NBC's 'The Voice.' Maroon 5 collaborated with rapper Wiz Khalifa for the track, who appears on one version of the song.

After their previous album 'Hands All Over' had moderate success in terms of radio airplay, the band got together to release 'Moves Like Jagger,' the dance-friendly tune which ended up becoming one of their biggest hits ever. In contrast, 'Payphone' is one of the band's more mellow singles similar to 'She Will Be Loved' and 'Won't Go Home Without You.' The song's lyrics tell of a love gone wrong, proclaiming "If happy ever after did exist / I would still be holding you like this And all those fairy tales are full of it / One more stupid love song I'll be safe."

Fans can now hear 'Payphone' by Maroon 5 on AOL Radio's Fresh 40 station.


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Linkin Park, 'Burn it Down' -- New Song

Posted on Apr 16th 2012 10:15AM by Thomas Chau
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Linkin Park has released the first single titled 'Burn it Down' off their forthcoming fifth studio album 'Living Things.' The band promoted the song's release today by releasing snippets of the song on their official website linkinpark.com through a game in which fans had to play to unlock.

The song has a lighter, electronic sound compared to the band's nu-metal alternative origins. The chorus repeats, "We're building it up / To break it back down / We're building this up / To burn it down / We can't wait / To burn it to the ground." What that "it" is, however, is up to interpretation according to Linkin Park. Band member Mike Shinoda told MTV in an interview that the lyrics could be interpreted as "what we do in pop culture, where we build somebody up to be the next great thing and then we just like to destroy them at the end of the day."

'Living Things' will be released June 26, 2012 but fans can now hear 'Burn it Down' on New Alternative First and New Pop First.


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Filed under: New Music, Pop, Alternative

Top 10 Rascal Flatts Songs

Posted on Mar 30th 2012 12:45PM by Thomas Chau
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Rascal Flatts is one of country music's most electrifying acts and this Tuesday, the group will release their eighth studio album 'Changed,' which will be available on iTunes. The first single off 'Changed' titled 'Banjo' has already become a Top 10 single and a hit on AOL Radio. With eleven number-one hits which have attracted both country and non-country fans alike, there does not seem to be any indication that the Ohio-native group will be slowing down anytime soon. We revisit their career with a look back at the 10 best Rascal Flatts songs on AOL Radio.
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'I Won't Let Go'
Off Rascal Flatts' seventh album 'Nothing Like This,' 'I Won't Let Go' was written by songwriters Jason Sellers and Steve Robson. This uplifting tune by about promising to be there no matter what the circumstance was written generically with the intent of making its message broad enough to fit any relationship, whether it be with a signficant other, a family member or with one's religious deity.
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Rascal Flatts - I Won't Let Go

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Top 10 Madonna Songs

Posted on Mar 20th 2012 1:00PM by Thomas Chau
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Madonna is one of the most decorated and controversial personalities of the modern era and after selling 300 million records spanning more than three decades, there's no sign that she plans on slowing down anytime soon. With 'MDNA' set to be released on March 26, the pop star kicked off promotion for the album with an electrifying halftime show at Super Bowl XLVI in front of millions worldwide. The pop star has released over 77 singles during her career , 37 of which have become top-ten hits. We take a look at the 10 best Madonna songs that have resonated most with AOL Radio listeners.
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'4 Minutes'
Feat. Justin Timberlake & Timbaland
Madonna teamed up with superstar producer Timbaland and Justin Timberlake for '4 Minutes,' the first single off her 2008 album 'Hard Candy.' The apocalyptic upbeat dance tune about enjoying oneself before the world ends became Madonna's second single to reach multi-platinum certification after 'Vogue.' The song also helped Madonna beat Elvis Presley's record with the most top-ten singles, with '4 Minutes' becoming Madonna's 37th top-ten hit.
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Top 10 Whitney Houston Songs

Posted on Feb 12th 2012 4:30PM by Thomas Chau
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Whitney Houston, known internationally for her shattering vocal range abilities, passed away at the age of 48 on February 11, 2012. Houston's career spanned more than three decades which included some of music's most memorable powerful love ballads, mood-setting R&B soul tracks and upbeat dance jams. While her award-winning career was marred by her struggles with addiction and rehab, her singing will serve as the shining beacon in her legacy for years to come. Below we take a look at the top 10 Whitney Houston songs on AOL Radio. Also be sure to hear our Whitney Houston Tribute Station for some of her greatest hits as well as artists that were inspired by her.
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'I'm Every Woman'
Released in 1993, 'I'm Every Woman' was a cover of the Chaka Khan hit from 1978. Houston, who was once a backup vocal singer for Khan, repurposed the track for 'The Bodyguard' soundtrack which starred her and Kevin Costner. Houston's version ended up becoming a bigger hit than the original, having reached staggering numbers on the Billboard Hot 100, Dance Club Play, Hip-Hop/R&B and Adult Contemporary charts.
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How to Sign Up for AOL Radio Plus

Posted on Feb 1st 2012 10:00AM by Thomas Chau
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With AOL Radio Plus, you can enjoy ad-free listening, unlimited song skipping, optional ABC News and ESPN updates, complete song lyrics and -- coming soon -- the ability to listen to select AOL Radio stations on your mobile device without an Internet connection.

AOL Radio Plus costs $3.99 a month. Registration is safe and secure and you can cancel at any time.

To upgrade your free AOL Radio account to AOL Radio Plus:


1) Launch the AOL Radio player and log in to AOL Radio with your free AOL Radio account


2) Click on the 'Upgrade' link in the menu of your e-mail address OR the 'Upgrade to see what's next' link





3) Click the 'Buy Now' button






4) Enter all necessary information including a valid credit card (NOTE: Transactions are done securely via Trustwave. For more information, click here.)




5) You will get an 'Upgrading' screen.





6) Once the transaction has gone through, you will get a Thank You notice.



Note: Your credit card will be automatically billed each month until you cancel.




How to Cancel Your AOL Radio Plus Subscription



1) Launch the AOL Radio player and log in to AOL Radio with your AOL Radio Plus account


2) Click on your username and select Account Info from the dropdown


3) On the Account Information box, click Cancel Subscription




4) Confirm your cancellation





5) A canceled subscription email will be sent to you on the last day your subscription will be active.


For more information on AOL Radio Plus or other questions, please visit our FAQ.

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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