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What Is the Best Pop Album of 2009?

BuzzSugar — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 10:30:28 PST

Now that we've covered indle albums and best "everywhere" song, let's keep the ball rolling in the best of the year's music. Some of the hottest pop stars in the industry churned out new tunes this year, including both the winner and runner-up of American Idol. So tell me - what is the best pop album of 2009?

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What to Download: New Music Today

BuzzSugar — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:30:26 PST

Tuesdays are big in entertainmentville: Not only do all the new DVD releases hit Netflix, but new music also pours into stores. So I take a spin through each week's music releases and pick out some albums and tracks worthy of a download. Here are today's selections:

Music for the TV: When I think of The Fray I can't help but associate them with the golden era of Grey's Anatomy. So maybe that's why, despite receiving mixed reviews, I'm keeping an open mind about their newest CD following the breakout success of that Grey's song "How to Save a Life." Nothing too different going on here, but "You Found Me" is emotional and "Never Say Never" is a pretty track.

Idol success: Remember when Melinda Doolittle was on American Idol and every single time she sang the judges were all, "You are perfect"? I'm pretty sure they said that every single time. Anyway, now her first album is out and critics think she's pretty great too. Check out some of her soulful tracks including "Fundamental Things" and "Wonderful".

One more up next, so

Pop punk fun: I remember hearing the song "Face Down" on the radio and it reminded me of the Plain White T's track "Hey There Delilah" in terms of its earnest acoustic rockness that I can't help but embrace. I never looked up who sang it but it's a band from Florida called The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and they have a new album out that is similarly infectious. I downloaded "Pull Me Back" and "You Better Pray."

Lost Music Video Hints at Season Five

BuzzSugar — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:41:43 PST

Midway through Grey's Anatomy last night, ABC premiered a musical promo for the fifth season of Lost. Set to The Fray's new single, "You Found Me," we see glimpses of scenes from last season (including huge things that I guess could be considered "spoilers" if you haven't seen the last season), like Kate with Aaron, Desmond on the phone with his "constant," etc. Mixed in with those scenes are flashes of the upcoming season (Juliet and Sawyer appear to be teaming up, and we're definitely not done with Daniel Faraday and Charlotte from the helicopter). And, of course, like the last preview, we get more shouting, "We have to go back! We have to go back!"

What else do you glean from this video? To check it out,

One Day Left! Win a CD From The Fray and a Sony Portable DVD Player

BuzzSugar — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 11:58:01 PST

Attention BuzzSugar readers! We've partnered with Epic Records to give away a killer gift set, which includes a copy of The Fray's debut album, How to Save a Life, and a Sony portable DVD player. To enter, just visit the contest site here and watch the music video for the Fray's hit single, "How to Save a Life," for a chance to win.

If you're a fan of Coldplay and Keane, this piano-driven band is very much worth checking out, so be sure to throw your hat into the ring for our giveaway. But hurry, because the contest ends tomorrow!

Nick Steals the Show

PopSugar — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 14:32:18 PST

No wonder Vanessa is smiling - her man was the most popular act at Z-100's annual Jingle Ball Christmas in NYC. While the event brought out many hot male performers like The Killers and The Fray, it was Nick that the girls went crazy for. Apparently Madison Square Garden was going wild for Mr Lachey. Here's more:

Although rockers the Fray dished up one of the top sets of the early show, it was Z's morning DJ Elvis Duran who found the crowd's weakness and took advantage of it as he introduced the Fray. "I heard Nick Lachey wants to perform naked."

The mention of Lachey, in combination with the word naked, made the gaggles of girls in the house squeal with surging hormones. While the Fray did well, especially on the song "How to Save a Life," it was Nick for whom they were panting.

Although Lachey was not in the headlining slot - that belonged to Furtado - it was clear that he was what the crowd wanted to see, naked or not.

Although he was a little too smooth on the pop and a little too sensitive during the ballads, it didn't matter to the young female Jingle Ballers who wiggled and jiggled out of their seats with puppy lust.

Nick may be a hot commodity but Vanessa doesn't look like she's too worried.

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The Fray Do Jingle Ball

PopSugar — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 11:18:19 PST

One of our new favorite bands, The Fray were looking super cute at Jingle Ball pre-show in NYC this week. We're just loving Joe King these days. The group is having a fabulous year including their recent Grammy nominations. They are up for Best Pop Performance By A Duo Or Group and Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group. Check out BuzzSugar to win a CD from The Fray and Sony Portable DVD player!

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BuzzSugar Giveaway: Win a CD From The Fray and a Sony Portable DVD Player!

BuzzSugar — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 09:17:07 PST

To celebrate the launch of the Sugar Network's new site, BuzzSugar, we're partnering with Epic Records to give away a killer gift set, which includes a copy of The Fray's debut album, How to Save a Life, and a Sony portable DVD player. To enter, just visit the contest site here and watch the music video for the Fray's hit single, "How to Save a Life," for a chance to win.

I had a chance to sit down with Fray guitarists Joe King and Dave Welsh in Vegas on Monday before the FOX Billboard Music Awards, where the charming boys from Denver performed the very catchy "How to Save a Life." The song is really everywhere these days, including the soundtracks of both "Scrubs" and "Grey's Anatomy," leading the guys to joke that "apparently the nurses of America love us." The Fray is floored by how much traction the track has gotten through nontraditional venues like MySpace, iTunes, and, of course, TV soundtracks.

The musicians said that they look forward to next year, when they can start working on a new album. Because while they're happy to play "How to Save a Life" as long as the fans want it, they wouldn't mind adding a few more songs to their repertoire. But if you're a fan of Coldplay and Keane, this piano-driven album is very much worth checking out, so be sure to throw your hat into the ring for our giveaway. The contest runs for two weeks.

The Fray Show us How to Save a Life

PopSugar — Wed, 06 Dec 2006 11:01:09 PST

We were lucky enough to check out The Fray at the Billboard Awards on Monday night and they're one of our new favorite bands. Now the cute boys from Denver are getting ready to premiere a new version of their hit How to Save a Life. Make sure to check out the new video tomorrow night on MTV at 11pm. Want even more info on The Fray and a chance to win their CD? Check out our latest Sugar site, BuzzSugar coming this Friday.

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Get Ready to Rock the Billboard Awards

PopSugar — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 13:58:48 PST

The countdown to the Billboard Awards is on. We are so thrilled to be a part of this event and can't wait to actually watch it all come together tonight on FOX. Here's a sneak peek at Fergie, Ludacris, Pharrell and The Fray (who are super cute) gearing up for their performances tonight:

Many more performers including Janet and Gwen Stefani so don't forget to tune in to FOX tonight at 8/7c! To see more pics of everyone getting ready, just

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VH1 Big in '06 - The Big Show

PopSugar — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 09:00:44 PST

Last night was the VH1 Big in '06 Awards that celebrated everything that was big news this past year. Okay, not everything, but those that are worth laughing about. The show was hosted by DL Hughley from Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip and it was clear immediately that the show was just for fun. It was obviously inspired by VH1's I Love the 80s series with comedians making snarky comments about everything, especially the nominees themselves. So it's probably a good thing that Britney skipped it to celebrate her birthday. The show had quite a lot of laughs at her expense (insert underwear joke here). And when she won for Big Mama (yes that was the category), comedian Brody Stevens said she'll land on her feet because "she's going to get any gig that Jessica Simpson says no to." Ouch! Big winners included JT, BFFs Britney and Paris, Kiefer and Katharine McPhee.

To get the full list of winners and more pics including Paris, Katharine McPhee, The Killers, The Fray, DL Hughley, Jenna Jameson, Hayden Panettiere, Fergie, Eva Longoria, Flavor Flav, Lance Bass, Megan Mullaly and more just

Big Entertainer - Dane Cook
Big Reality Star - Janelle
Big TV Star - Kiefer Sutherland
Big Music Artist - Justin Timberlake
Big Web Hit - Lonely Girl Fifteen
Big Mama - Britney Spears
Big Breakthrough - Stephen Colbert
Big Comeback - David Hasselhoff
Big It Girl - Katharine McPhee
Big Outlaw - Paris Hilton
Big Power Couple - Jay-Z and Beyonce
Big Shocker - North Korea Tests a Nuke

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