ALISHA: All Night Passion (Steven's Sunday Flashback!)

Todays Sunday Flashback is the one... the only... Alisha!  She had a few great hits that we really enjoy and All Night Passion is one of them!  This is the extended version of the hit single from the Brooklyn Native!  PS: I would personally love if Alisha and Lil' Kim collaborated on a track!  It would be pretty badass! Hint! Hint! to Alisha & Lil' Kim! 

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All Night Passion (Extended Version)

Can't get enough of Alisha...  check her out her video by Clicking Here or visit her Myspace Right Here!

SAM SPARRO: Live Medley at London Festival

Sam Sparro has some hot ass bitches to back him up, that's for sure! Here they are performing a live medley at the close of his show at the London Festival. What do you think? We love them all!

Medley (Live) (Download)

MYSTERY TRACK: Perhaps the Best, or Maybe the Worst!

So...  Maybe you have noticed that in our Mystery Track posts that there is always a hint in the picture :)  We are wondering if your figure out the tracks before you download...  If you do let us know in the comments section  :)  We'd love it!  Or you can let us know what you thought the song was going to be :)  Hope you enjoy todays Mystery Track! 

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Mystery Track: (Blowing Up The Mystery Version)

KERI HILSON: Return The Favor (featuring Timbaland)

Here is another track from Keri Hilson, her album In A Perfect World has been pushed back for release to October. It features Timbaland, it's up-beat, but it's nothing too amazing. What do you think?

Return The Favor (Download)

MORGAN PAGE: Call My Name (J NItti Radio Edit)

Morgan Page has just released this ready for the club track, featuring vocals by Tyler James. If you like his remixes, check out his solo album Elevate.

Call My Name (J Nitti Radio Edit)

PACIFIC!: Sunset Blvd (The Touch Remix)

Pacific! are making music that is just begging to be blasted on, AND around the beach! I just left L.A. and wish I would have had this remix to blast while driving on the coast.

Check out the band on their official website, and make sure to visit their label Astralwerks for even more great tunes!

Check out this track, Sunset Blvd...here is 'The Touch' remix!

Sunset Blvd (The Touch Remix)
Pacific!'s album Reveries is available to purchase now!

LOVAGE: TO Catch a Theif

Music To Make Love To Your Old Lady By...who isn't on a constant search for that?! Certainly not me.

My new favorites, Lovage will put you in the mood for old lady lovemakin' with To Catch a Theif...

To Catch a Theif (Download)

DOLLY PARTON: Shinola

There is absolutely never a bad time for a little Dolly Parton. Never! LOL

Here is her new music video for Backwoods Barbie track Shinola.

Nothing like a little Dolly to pep up a slow end of summer day!

and, because I love you...here is the mp3!

Shinola (Download)

ROISIN MURPHY: Slave To Love

Here it is! The Movie Star single b-side that turned into the soundtrack for a Gucci Advertisement is here! Best of all? It's by Roisin Murphy!

It's called Slave to Love and it's a cover of the Brian Ferry classic!

Slave To Love (Download)

The hot as fire photo of Roisin above was taken by Jakub Szczygiel and found on Flickr!

LYKKE LI: Breaking It Up (Live on Conan O'Brien)

MADONNA: On Tour &...

BLOCKHEAD: NYC Bounce

Tonight we wind down with a very cool NYC based indie/hip-hop/sampling gone crazy guy who calls himself Blockhead. Enjoy this track, it's called NYC Bounce and I think its quite sexy! I'm waiting for Sex And The City to include this on the soundtrack for the second film.

NYC Bounce (Download)

METRIC: New Album News!

According to Billboard Magazine, Metric is setting up their newest release (date and title yet to be announced) and we can't wait!

In the meantime you can catch frontwoman Emily Haines will play three solo shows Sept. 7 at Brooklyn, N.Y.'s Union Pool, while Metric will perform at festivals in Quebec City and Prince Edward Island on Sept. 12-13.

Read the full article here.

ROBIN THICKE: Something Else (Official Album Cover)

Here it is! We like it, what do you think!?

SOLANGE: BITCH or Not?

Check out Solange being a bitch for no reason, or was she?! What do you think of it?


and here is her response, sorry or no?

LADYTRON: Ghosts (Toxic Avenger Remix)

Toxic Avenger has worked his magic on Ladytron's new single Ghosts. Check it out and always let us know what you think!

Ghosts (Toxic Avenger Remix)

Here is the video if you haven't seen it already!

MADONNA: Sooner or Later and Now I'm Following You (MIXES!)

Here is a flashback of fun with 2 great tracks from Madonna!  Remember Dick Tracy!?!?  We do...  Our bottoms hurt just thinking about it!  LOL :)  Here are 2 great mixes, one is of Sooner Or Later and the other is Now I'm Following You!  We hope you enjoy :)  

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Sooner or Later (Extended Version)

Now I'm Following You (Boogie Woogie Version)

FRIENDLY FIRES: In The Hospital

Where has this band been and why haven't I taken the time to check them out? I really don't know. U.K. disco shoegazers Friendly Fires are super hot. They kind of remind me of The Rapture, but with something more inventive...

In The Hospital is a dancing, clapping, bongo hittin' track that is just waiting to be blasted super loud on yet another hot summer day! This is a must download

In The Hospital (Download)

LOVERS ELECTRIC: In Love

I'm feeling this indie vibe today, so i'll keep it going with Lovers Electric.

I really enjoy In Love, its a cute indie-pop track with very breathy vocals...a perfect track for the upcoming end of summer! This track will make you remember how you felt when you were in love for the very first time...

In Love (Download)

FAN DEATH: Veronica's Veil

Fan Death reminds me of Glass Candy and Siouxsie (of the Banshees) and just jammin' in the studio. This track is a disco stomper, and sounds perfectly un-polished. It's made its way across the biggest and best of the blog's, so if you have already heard it...dim the lights and listen again!

Enjoy!

Veronica's Veil (Download)

LADYHAWKE: Dusk Till Dawn (Radio Remixes)

LADYHAWKE ROCK!

Here are two newly leaked radio edits of Dusk Till Dawn by the lovely Ms. Ladyhawke. I'm realling diggin' this new track, it has hints of Joan Jett and Debbie Harry influences with a much more mainstream edge to them. They don't do much more than update the origianl track, so make sure to check out yesterdays remix post!

She is one of our current favorites, top of the list for sure!

Pascal Gabriel Radio Remix (Download)
Tom Elhurst Radio Mix (Download)

GEMMA HAYES: Out Of My Hands

Check out two tracks by new artist Gemma Hayes called Out Of My Hands & In Over My Head.

http://www.gemmahayes.com/

Out Of My Hands (Download via RCRD LBL)

KEANE: Better Than This

Here is another track called Better Than This taken from Keane's forthcoming album, we quite enjoy it!

Better Than This (Download)

SHINY TOY GUNS: Ricochet

I've always been somewhat of a fan of Shiny Toy Guns. I'm not too sure how I feel about new track Ricochet. It's a bit angsty, and doesn't sound like much of a progression from their older material. Of course, opinions are never set in stone...i'll have to give this a few more spins.

This track is the lead single off of new album Season Of Poison.

Most importantly, I want to know what YOU guy think!

Ricochet (Download)

ROMANTHONY: Curious (Treasure Fingers Mix)

Remember that song that was everywhere? Yeah, you know the one...you just couldn't possibly handle hearing it One More Time, could you?

Romanthony is the voice behind Daft Punk's track One More Time. He's back with his own label, and a new solo track called Curious.

Tonight I have a remix of the track for you, by up and coming remixer/producers Treasure Fingers. Enjoy!

Curious (Treasure Fingers Mix)

RAPHAEL SAADIQ: Love That Girl

Oh this is what we like a bit of old school flavor! Raphael Saadiq takes it back to the 60's with 'Love That Girl' which is taken from his forthcoming album ''The Way I See It', in stores on September 16th. It sounds very interesting!

MADONNA: Sticky & Sweet High Quality Audio from Cardiff!

In case you haven't found this already, here is the ENTIRE recording of Madonna's first stop on the Sticky & Sweet Tour in Cardiff.

Check it out here.

LYKKE LI: Breaking It Up (Punks Jump It Up Remix)

I've been vacationing in the wonderful Los Angeles and have returned to NYC with lots of new music to share!

My first favorite is a new remix of Lykke Li's brand new single 'Breaking It Up'. I have loved every single this swedish pop princess has released from her album Youth Novels and this one just keeps it going!

Breaking It Up (Punks Jump It Up Remix)

You know I wouldn't leave you without the official video either...

LITTLE BOOTS: Computer Fairyland Mixtape

Little Boots is starting to take of it seems. This morning we receieved another of her mixtapes in our inbox. She also says shes gonna be performing soon :D

In the meantime you can catch her spinning some tunes on these dates.

30th August - Offset Festival (GIRLCORE)

13th September - Nocturnal Festival, Los Angeles

18th September - Hoxton Bar & Kitchen, London (with Heartbreak)

Check out her new blog by clicking here!

DOWNLOAD: Little Boots - Computer Fairland Mixtape

THE PRETENDERS: Love's a Mystery

This week's track from The Pretenders new album 'Break Up The Concrete' is ' Love's a Mystery'

Oh and just because they are great, here is a mid-week flashback for you to enjoy. The Unplugged verison of 'Sense of Purpose' from 1990

DOWNLOAD: The Pretenders - Love's a Mystery

LAURA BRANIGAN: Remembering Laura

Today we would like to take a moment to remember Laura Branigan.  It was 4 years ago today that Laura left us, but luckily for us she left behind an amazing legacy of music.  Always and forever a huge fan!  To learn more about Laura Branigan's life and career Click Here!

HERE IS A GREAT PERFORMANCE FROM LAURA BRANIGAN:  

SOME GREAT LAURA DOWNLOADS BELOW:

Gloria (Extended Version)

Deep In The Dark (Album Version)

I Found Someone (Album Version)

Shattered Glass (Extended Version)

The Lucky One (Album Version)

How Am I Supposed To Live Without You (Album Version)

AND HERE IS A GREAT VIDEO FROM LAURA:

(This video comes up slow but it's great)

KANYE WEST: Good Morning Video

Here is the just released video for Kanye West's 'Good Morning', Enjoy!

TI & RIHANNA: Livin' Your Life

TI has featured Rihanna on his new track 'Life Your Life' from the his album Paper Trails, due to be released September 30th. Rihanna sings the Zuma Zuma song at the beginning and suprisingly it works!

DOWNLOAD: TI feat. RIHANNA: Livin' Your Life

THE FAINT: The Geeks Were RIght (Boy Noize vs. D.I.M. Remix)

This remix of The Faint's steaming hot track The Geeks Were Right has been making it's way around the blogs but we love it anyway!!  This remix are Boy Noize vs. D.I.M. and will make you wanna get your hipster boots on so you can get on the dancefloor and do the hipster jive! LOL :)

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The Geeks Were Right (Boy Noize vs. D.I.M.)

SANTOGOLD: Lights Out (David Rubato Remix)

Here is a great new remix of Santogold's fresh single Lights Out.  This has been remixed by the hot remixer David Rubato and will it definitely leave you thirsty for more!  Feelin' Santogold??? Check out her Myspace Right Here! 

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Lights Out (David Rubato Remix)

DOLLY PARTON: Drives Me Crazy

Yes, it's true...  we just posted Dolly Parton!  We have been fond of this track off Dolly's latest album Backwoods Barbie.  This is Dolly's version of She Drives Me Crazy by Fine Young Cannibals (FYC)!  Although the titled has been changed to Drives Me Crazy, the song is the same and Dolly Parton brings it!  Can't get enough Dolly... Click Here!

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Drives Me Crazy (Backwoods Barbie Version)

MYSTERY TRACK: Perhaps the Best, or Maybe the Worst!

Is it Coldplay? Is it Madonna?  Is it the theme to the Great Space Coaster?  Who knows...  but I can tell ya how to find out... take the track & add it to you music library :)  it may thank you for it, or maybe its just the worst song ever!  Take a chance on todays Mystery Track :)  

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Mystery Track (Mystery On My Mind Version)

 

AALIYAH: Remembering Aaliyah

Today is 7 years since Aaliyah passed away, she'd have been doing great things today and outshining all the others. Here she is in 'Rock The Boat' and we offer you a rare track 'Girlfriends' below



DOWNLOAD: Aaliyah - Girlfriends

THE PRETENDERS: Top 5 worst things

The Pretenders list their top five hated things, the first one is rather ironic LOL

MYSTERY JETS: Two Doors Down & Bleeding Love (Cover)

We are a little late with talking about the Mystery Jets.  Lately we have been listening to them and really enjoy Two Doors Down and many of the other songs on their album TwentyOne.  As well they have covered the Leona Lewis track Bleeding Love that you can check out below.  Wanna know more about this band, check out their website here.  

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Two Doors Down (Album Version)

Bleeding Love (LL Cover)

GYM CLASS HEROES: Guilty As Charged (Feat: Estelle)

So the Gym Class Heroes collaborated with one of our faves Estelle!  We think the track is pretty good, Its titled Guilty As Charged.  We especially like all the horns, they are quite awesome! Take a listen and see what you think...  

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Guilty As Charged (GCH's Feat: Estelle)

CHER: If I Could Turn Back Time (Steven's Sunday Flashback)

Oh Cher!  Where have you been...  apparently Las Vegas!  This weeks Flashback is the one and only Cher.  This is her 1st appearance on HardCandyMusic and hopefully not her last...  Today I bring you If I Could Turn Back Time which is said to be Cher's most popular song. The B-Side of this track is actually from a band Cher fronted called Black Rose.  For more info & full Black Rose album Click Here!  Hope you enjoy :)  

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Turn Back Time (Rock Guitar Mix)

Turn Back Time (Todd Terry TNT Radio Mix)

Turn Back Time (Almighty Definitive Mix)

Some Guys (B-Side)

MADONNA: Secret Garden (Demo)

Never too much Madonna you say...  Well then we suppose we'll give you another today.  Here is the Demo Version of Secret Garden.  Secret Garden is the last track on the Erotica Album & written by Madonna and Andre Betts.  This version has a few less sounds in it and is shorter in length.  Hope you enjoy!!  

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Secret Garden (Demo Version)

VAN SHE: Album Release Parties

If you like Van She and live in Australia you're in luck. There are lots of album release parties for 'V'are coming up! (See flyer above)

MADONNA: Is This Love (Bon D'Accord)

Here is another one :)  This Madonna song is an American Life unreleased track. This song is another acoustic.  Pretty good we think and since it's Madonna it's obviously a must have but we do ask is this a coincidence that there are all these leaks right when the Sticky & Sweet Tour is ready to begin???  We think not, but who cares we are glad to have em'! Buzz! Buzz! 

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Is This Love (Unreleased Track)

KERI HILSON: Mic Check (feat. Akon)

A new Keri Hilson track called MIC check has surfaced. Not bad, not bad at all we say, but we could do without Akon, as usual his contribution adds nothing to the track.


DOWNLOAD: Keri Hilson: Mic Check

PINK: So What [Video]

The new video for Pink's 'So What' has premiered and we really like it. It's a great angry break up video to match the song, but is pretty funny, and I like her hair haha

FEDDE LE GRAND : Feat Ida Corr

So as summer draws to a close, i wanted to a semo flashaback type of post. This song was the soundtrack to my summer in all the different places i went! It never gets old :D

MADONNA: Official Sticky & Sweet Tour Program Cover

Here it is!  The Official Sticky & Sweet Tour Program Cover, or as I like to call it The Tourbook!  Can't wait to see what great pictures are inside!  For more Sticky & Sweet Tour Merchandise Look Here :)

GRACE JONES: La Vie En Rose (live at Lokeren Festival)

While we are still chomping at the bit for the new Grace Jones release 'Corporate Canibal' we wanted to share this video of her perfoming 'La Vie En Rose" at the Lokeren Festival in Belgium a few weeks ago, as the song is a personal favorite!

AGNES CARLSSON : On & On

Speaking of winners of Pop Idol, here is another Agnes Carlsson who won the Swedish Pop Idol. This is damn fine dance pop song!



DOWNLOAD: Agnes Carlsson - On & On

WILL YOUNG: Changes

We rather like Will Young's latest effort (for those of you that don't know he won the UK's Pop Idol a few years back) its got a nice retro kind of feel to it.

NKI HARRIS: New Music

Well this is worth a chuckle, Niki Harris (of Madonna back up dancer/singer fame) is coming out with a new record with the Perry Twins in 'Fall 2008' that should be real interesting! St least she keeps trying eh?

Doesn't she just ooze stage presence as solo act?

LITTLE BOOTS: Meddle (Acoustic)

As you know we quite enjoy Little Boots! Here is an acoustic version of her song 'Meddle' which we are digging right now. This girl is destined for big things!

DOWNLOAD: Little Boots - Meddle (Acoustic)

STAND UP TO CANCER: Just Stand Up

The Just Stand Up to Cancer single has premiered this week on radio. It's not bad and it's for a good cause. It will be avaliable to buy at Itunes from September 2nd.

To find out more about the campaign you can visit Just Stand Up To Cancer.Org

DOWNLOAD: Various Artists - Stand Up To Cancer (Radio Rip)

MEL MERIO @ LE ROYALE

Hello New Yorkers!  Come one...  Come all... and see MEL MERIO perform on Thursday August 28th @ LE ROYALE!!!  We are big fans of Mel and know that this will be a night to remember!!!  There's no cover...  Free Vodka from 10PM to 11PM... so no excuses...  See you there!!!  :)  

KATY PERRY: On Howard Stern Today

Today Katy Perry was on Howard Stern.  It was a great little interview and Katy even sang an acoustic version of I Kissed A Girl.  Howard seemed to be a big fan of the song (not surprising) and Katy did a great job!  After all... Howard is a tough interviewer. Check Out highlights of the interview HERE :

Below is the audio of her performance with a still photo, at least you can hear the performance :)  

ANASTACIA: I Can Feel You

So it appears that Anastacia is back, this is the new single 'Can I Feel You' The song isn't setting me on fire but maybe the album will have some decent stuff on it, she had a few good singles back in the day!

I Can Feel You (Download)

MADONNA: Triggering Your Senses

Well it seems the Madonna demo flood gates have opened again! Today 'Triggering Your Senses' leaked... which lots of fans have been desperate to hear forever. This demo is from the Confessions sessions and features a small Blondie esque 'Rapture' rap!

DOWNLOAD: Madonna - Triggering Your Senses

GWEN & GAVIN: Welcome New Baby Zuma!!

Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale welcomed their 2nd baby boy today Thursday Aug. 21st.  The new baby has been named Zuma Nesta Rock Rossdale.  Also welcoming the new baby Zuma is Gwen & Gavin's 1st son Kingston who is now 2 years old!  Baby Zuma weighed in at 8.5 pounds and the couple I am sure is very excited.  Hopefully the birth of Gwen's 2nd son won't delay the long awaited (7 years... ahhh!!!) new No Doubt release that is expected in 2009. Congrats to you both Gwen & Gavin we are sure you will both continue to be the fantastic parents that you already are :)   Below enjoy some songs from Gwen Stefani :)  

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So Far, So Pleased (Duet w/ Prince)

4 In The Morning (Jacques Lu Cont's Thin White Duke Edit)

Let Me Blow Your Mind (Duet w/ Eve)

What You Waiting For (Jacques Lu Cont's Thin White Duke Mix)

ULTRAVIOLET SOUND: Dead On The Dancefloor and... Some News

Oh Word!  Thats Right!  Here they are...  Ultraviolet Sound and currently recording a new track...  a remake of Stacey Q's - Two Of Hearts!  We are very excited about this news seeing the amazing job they did with their Physical/Physical Attraction mixed track which you can find here on HardCandyMusic (See Artist/Genre Drop Box)  Also below Ultraviolet Sound has quite the fabulous track titled Dead On The Dancefloor...  Download & take a listen :)  

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Dead On The Dance Floor (Ultraviolet Sound Mix)

MYSTERY TRACK: Perhaps the Best, or Maybe the Worst!

We got a fabulous Mystery Track for you today... or do we??? Guess you are going to have to download and find out :) Remember with the Mystery Track it maybe be the worst or perhaps it's the best... Are you brave enough to find out... C'mon... We think you are :)

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Mystery Track (Oh, Its a Mystery Version)

DRAGONETTE: Competition

We still have faith that Dragonette will get the recognition that they deserve. Here is the new video for 'Competition' from their album 'Galore' which is quite frankly marvellously done considering they probably had a small budget! We love the ears!

THE PRETENDERS: The Last Ride

We are quite enjoying this weeks offering from The Pretenders new album 'Break Up The Concrete'! One of the stronger tracks so far in my opinion!

In other Pretenders news Blender are offering fans the chance to submit their questions to the legendary Chrissie Hynde and possibly find out the answers in a future issue of Blender! Much excite! Click here to submit yours

DOWNLOAD: The Pretenders: Last Ride

STAND UP TO CANCER: Just Stand Up

It was announced today that many big names stars are going to be featured on a track called 'Just Stand Up' for the Stand Up To Cancer campaign. Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Rihanna, Fergie, Sheryl Crow, Miley Cyrus, Melissa Etheridge, Ashanti, Natasha Bedingfield, Keyshia Cole, Ciara, Leona Lewis, LeAnn Rimes and Carrie Underwood. The tune is being produced by the powerhouse duo of Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds and Antonio "L.A." Reid, who are working together for the first time in nearly 20 years on the track.

The song will be available for purchase exclusively on iTunes on September 2 and will get its TV premiere on September 5 during the live "Just Stand Up" special, which will air simultaneously and commercial-free on CBS, ABC and NBC.

Source: MTV News

ROISIN MURPHY: Tell Everybody (Live at Lowlands Festival)

I'm constantly amazed that Roisin always bring something interesting to the table and STILL amazes me with the peformance of songs that are on an aging album, but one that still sounds are fresh to me today as it did the day I opened the CD (well downloaded it and then bought the physical cd lol) Here's our girl peforming 'Tell Everybody' with an interesting mask and the Lowlands Fetstival last weekend!

The wonderful Arjan Writes blog reports that there will be a live DVD coming out in October to concide with her 'promotional blitz of the US'.. I look forward to that DVD and I certainly hope she blitzs her way into my town!

THE PIEGON DETECTIVES: This Is an Emergency

After having been around in the UK for quite some time the Piegon Detectives are about to start on a US campaign, doing a couple of shows in select cities around the US including of course New York, which they will play in September 3rd at the Music Hall of Williamsburg. If you're a Brit this song is old news, but the rest of you enjoy one of my faves from their album ' This Is An Emergency'.

UH HUH HER: Common Reaction Video

The Uh Her Her video for Common Reaction is pretty nifty check it out below! Looks like a Jonas and Francois type deal!

MADONNA: Get Into The Groove (Toop Toop Mix)

Since I was not informed of this being Madonna Day (LOL) I am coming at ya late with a Madonna Track today.  This is the Mash-Up of Madonna vs. Cassius that inspired the version that will be performed on the Sticky and Sweet Tour.  Also below is Madonna rehearsing this song for her upcoming opening night of the Sticky and Sweet Tour.  That one is not the best quality but you can compare the two and hear the extreme likeness of the Mash-Up!  Enjoy :)  

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Get Into The Groove (Madonna vs. Cassius - Loo & Placido Mix)

Get Into The Groove (S&S Rehearsal)

DELTA GOODREM: In This Life (Diamond Cut Mix)

Check out this remix of Delta Goodrem's hit radio single In This Life by Diamond Cut!

Diamond Cut Mix (Download)

MADONNA: Like a Virgin (Original Confessions Tour Studio Mix)

Here is yet another version of Like A Virgin that was 're-produced' by Stuart Price for Madonna during preparation for her Confessions Tour. Apparently it's Madonna day again! This one uses a new vocal, not the old acapella track.

Confessions Tour Studio Mix (Download)

MADONNA: The Game (Unreleased Track from American Life)

What a lucky day! A track from the 'American Life' sessions has leaked. It's an acoustic track written by Madonna and Mirwais.

Enjoy!

The Game (Download)

MADONNA: Keep It Together (Ulti Mix)

Just for fun here is Madonna's Keep It Together the Ulti Mix Version!  With the excitement of Sticky and Sweet Tour right around the corner we wanted to post a little somethin' somethin' that gets us in the mood & pumped to see Mrs. M...  as if knowing isn't excitement enough ;)  

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Keep It Together (Ulti Mix)

THE LARGEST RECORD COLLECTION IN THE WORLD!

This guy has the largest record collection in the world! For more information on this very well put together short film, visit www.kittyguerrilla.com.

ESTELLE: Pretty Please (Video Premiere)

A new video from Estelle for her latest single, Pretty Please has premiered today. Tell us what you think!

BOUNCE CAMP: Big Dancin'

This track made its way around the blogs a month ago, maybe you caught it or maybe it's brand new. Either way, it's a hot track that sounds like it was recorded with 100% Pure Love by Crystal Waters in mind. It's called Big Dancin' by Bounce Camp.

Enjoy!

Big Dancin' (Download)

ROISIN MURPHY: Movie Star (Single News)

Here is the official tracklisting for Roisin Murphy's new single, Movie Star. Thanks to this blog.

1. Movie Star (Radio Edit)
2. Movie Star
3. Movie Star (Instrumental)
4. Movie Star (Jnrsnchz Lax Mix)
5. Movie Star (Jnrsnchz Cinespace Mix)
6. Movie Star (Sam & Di Angelis She Is Beautiful Mix)
7. Movie Star (Sam & Di Angelis For Jodie Harsh Mix)
8. Movie Star (Kid Gloves Mix)
9. Movie Star (Kid Gloves Dub)
10. Slave To Love
11. Slave To Love (Instrumental)

Slave to Love is a cover of a track by Brian Ferry. It will be featured in a television commercial for Gucci, and you can preview it right now!

CYNDI LAUPER: I'm From New York

I'm From New York was produced by the Basement Jaxx but did not make it to the Bring Ya To The Brink album.  Much like the majority of Cyndi's songs this is a great one too.  Hope you enjoy :)  PS: If you are from NYC this song might give you flashbacks of Shelter, Home, The Tunnel or even The Limelight...  proceed with caution LOL!

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I'm From New York (Unreleased Track)

KERI HILSON: Energy (Wideboys Radio Remix)

U.K. remix team Wideboys are on fire right now, here is their latest mix of Keri Hilson's Energy.

Wideboys Radio Mix (Download)

TINA TURNER: Take Me To The River (Steven's Sunday Flashback)

From Tina Turner's hit single Break Every Rule here is the B-Side to the single Take Me To The River.  This version of the song is most excellent!  Included in this post is the Single Mix of Break Every Rule too!  Happy Sunday!  

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Take Me To The River (B-Side)

Break Every Rule (Single Mix)

MADONNA: Sticky and Sweet Tour (Sampled Tracks)

Are you ready for this one?

As a special birthday treat to you all, here are the three songs that we know will be sampled during Madonna's Sticky and Sweet Tour, according to the 'final' setlist that was posted a few days ago. Opening night is coming up very quickly, we can't wait! Happy Birthday M!

Eurythmics : Here Comes The Rain Again (Download)
Used during 'Rain'

Cassius : Toop Toop (Download)
Used during 'Into The Groove'

Felix : Dont You Want Me (Download)
Used during 'Like a Prayer'

SAM SPARRO: No End In Sight (B-Side)

There is no question that this track should have been included on Sam Sparro's debut. Instead, he's left an amazing track to sit as the b-side for new single 21st Century Life. Pretty damn clever. =)

No End In Sight (Download)

SOLANGE: Sandcastle Disco (Video Premiere)

I have to say, Solange (or the people around her) is really stepping up the creativity compared to current pop songs and videos. I was hesitant to even listen to anything by her, but i've been pleasantly surprised so far.

Here is her newest video, for a track called Sandcastle Disco. Since its Saturday, i'm off to the beach. Hopefully you can make it there, and if not...

MADONNA: Happy 50th Birthday!

  

The Hard Candy Music team would like to wish a very happy 50th birthday to the woman who constantly inspires her fans to take action, follow their dreams and never let anyone hold them back, and who has provided us with endless entertainment over the last fifty years! 

So HAPPY BIRTHDAY MADONNA! No-One Does It Better!

Watch Madonna at her Birthday Party in 2004 from the Í'm Going To Tell You a Secret dvd

Watch The Confessions Tour Birthday from London in 2006. One of the team is in the video can u guess who it is? 

Madonna - Birthday at Confessions Tour 2006

EMILIANA TORRINI: Me and Armini

Here she comes, all the way from Iceland...Emiliana Torrini. She's got such a pretty voice, I really enjoy her new single, Me and Armini. The album of the same name drops in September.

Me and Armini (Download)

LYKKE LI: Breaking It Up (Radio Remix)

Lykke Li is one of the hottest new emerging artists from Europe right now. Check out her new single Breaking It Up and enjoy the version remixed for radio!

Radio Remix (Download)

THE PRETENDERS: Don't Cut Your Hair

I feel like i've been told Dont Cut Your Hair before, but this is the first time i've heard it from Chrissie Hynde It's a new track from The Pretenders new album, Breaking Up The Concrete.

What do you think? I'm a little dissapointed I haven't seen any of their new tracks up on any other blogs though...doesn't everyone love a little Pretenders once in awhile?

Dont Cut Your Hair (Download)

SONNY J: Disastro (Megamix)

Check out new artist Sonny J by listening to a megamix of all the tracks off his debut album, Disastro. Click here.

MONICA: Still Standing

Monica is back! Check out Still Standing. It's not bad, but nothing too exciting...

Still Standing (Download)

MADONNA: Like An Angel Passing Through My Room (Abba Cover)

Madonna demo alert! This is from a recording session with producer William Orbit. It's called 'Like An Angel Passing Through My Room'....an Abba cover...complete with singing oboe and all! LOL

Check it out! We haven't heard Madonna singing a slow song in awhile!

Like An Angel Passing Through My Room (Download)

LADYHAWKE: Dusk Till Dawn (Video Premiere)

The lovely Ms. Ladyhawke has just premiered the video for 'Dusk Till Dawn'. Another single? Is she going to release the album already or what?


And just because we love you (and Bigstereo posted it earlier this morning) here is the making of the video!

VAN SHE: Kelly

Van She brings it back to the 80's on this somewhat-new track which is included on their debut album 'V'.

Kelly (Download)

TING TINGs: That's Not My Name (LA Riots Mix)

Check out this remix of the song that seems to be everywhere right now, That's Not My Name by the Ting Tings. LA Riots is one of our favorite remixers, enjoy!

LA Riots Remix (Download)

ROISIN MURPHY: Performance in NYC!

She's coming...watch out!

Roisin Murphy is set to play at the CMJ Music Festival which takes place in NYC at the end of October. We'll keep you posted!

RABBIT STEW APPAREL: T-Shirts!

My good friend has designed these really stylish t-shirts that I wanted to let you know about! They are hand silk-screened and printed on American Apparel t-shirts, which are lovely and soft. (not like those crappy hard cotton 'Fruit Of The Loom' t-shirts lol)



Pay the Rabbit a visit and get yours today for only $22! rabbitstew.etsy.com

KYLIE MINOGUE: Heartbeat Rock (Benny Blanco Mix)

Benny Blanco mixes Kylie Minogue's Heartbeat Rock, a track off her most recent album 'X'. Hot stuff for the club! Here is the version without the 'rap'.

Benny Blanco Mix (Download)

BRANDY: Right Here (Departed)

Here it is! Brandy's new single, (Right Here) Departed. Good stuff!

Right Here (Departed) (Download)

DEBBIE DEB: When I Hear Music

So this one is just for fun :)  Here is an 80's Dance Classic by Debbie Deb titled When I Hear Music.  Although we would hope that everyone has this amazing song already, we know there are a few of you lingering out there that may not.  Well...  we are taking care of that today, because here it is! Ready for ya & coming back at ya like its 1985! Word!

DOWNLOAD BELOW:

When I Hear Music (Single Mix)

When I Hear Music (Extended Club Mix)

BARACK OBAMA: Favorite Songs

Barack Obama shared his ten favorite songs with Blender. He picks a damn fine list if you ask us!

Fugees - 'Ready Or Not'
Marvin Gaye - 'What's Going On?'
Bruce Springsteen - 'I'm On Fire'
The Rolling Stones - 'Gimme Shelter'
Nina Simone - 'Sinnerman'
Kanye West - 'Touch The Sky'
Frank Sinatra - 'You'd Be So Easy To Love'
Aretha Franklin - 'Think'
U2 - 'City Of Blinding Lights'
Will.i.am - 'Yes We Can'

SANTOGOLD: I'm A Lady (Diplo Mix feat Amanda Blank)

This track has been making its rounds all over the net for the past month, but i've just actually sat down and listened to it and it's pretty damn hot.

In this mix of Santogold's Im A Lady, Santi takes the backseat while Amanda Blank and Diplo ride up front! Check it out!

Diplo Mix featuring Amanda Blank (Download)

UH HUH HER: Common Reaction

You lucky Uh Huh Her fans can listen to the whole album on MTVU by clicking here! It's out next week so you know what to do!

here the girls are discussing the album a few days ago in the Altitude Lounge

THE PRESETS: Get Off The Beach! Mixtape

The Presets are offering those who sign up for their mailing list a free summer mixtape called 'Get Off The Beach!'. Here is the tracklist. Download it here.

Roy Buchanan - A Fly By Night
Hanadensha - Acoustic Mothership
Public Enemy - Black Steel...
Von Südenfed - Dear Dead Friends
Sparks - Beat The Clock
African Suite - In The Pocket
Jamie Anderson & Jesse Rose - Jack...
Aphex Twin - Windowlicker
Toecutter - Terror Australis
Sepultura - Roots Bloody Roots
Raymond Scott - Cindy Electronium
Ambivalent - R U OK
Compuphonic & Kolombo - Passing Light
Tomita - Snowflakes Are Dancing
Chromatics - In The City
Pantha Du Prince - Saturn Strobe
The Presets - Anywhere
Cornelius - Scum
Jim O'Rourke - Something Big

ROBIN THICKE: Magic (Extended Remix ft. Mary J. Blige)

A couple of days ago we posted the radio version of a new promo remix of Robin Thicke's 'Magic' featuring Mary J. Blige. Here is the full version in all its fabulousness....enjoy! It's not that much longer, but we figured you'd want it!

Extended Remix (Download)

OF MONTREAL: Id Engager

My newest find, Of Montreal is preparing a new release Skeletal Lamping. The first single is called 'Id Engager' and will be released on August 29th. Preview it today! It's indie, its pop, its waiting for you to download! Fans of The Rapture will enjoy this for sure!

Id Engager (Download)

SKELETAL LAMPING
01 Nonpareil of Favor
02 Wicked Wisdom
03 For Our Elegant Caste
04 Touched Something’s Hollow
05 An Eluardian Instance
06 Gallery Piece
07 Women’s Studies Victims
08 St.Exquisite’s Confessions
09 Triphallus, to Punctuate!
10 And I’ve Seen a Bloody Shadow
11 Plastis Wafers
12 Death Is Not a Parallel Move
13 Beware Our Nubile Miscreants
14 Mingusings
15 Id Engager

MYSTERY TRACK: Perhaps the Best, or Maybe the Worst!

It's Mystery Track time.... Hooray!!!  This Mystery Track was actually sent to us via email as a suggestion from a reader of the blog.  Please leave comments and let us and him know what you think :)  Remember with the Mystery Tracks your music library may thank you for it, or maybe it won't.  

DOWNLOAD BELOW:

Mystery Track (Keepin' The Mystery Version)

SANTOGOLD: Lights Out (Video Premiere)

Check out Santogold's new video for new single 'Lights Out'. Apparently she needs her Harajuku Girls in every one of her music videos...whats going on!? We love it anyway!

...and just because we love you...

Lights Out (Download)

SARAH MCLACHLAN: U Want Me 2

Sarah McLachlan has such a beautiful voice and i've always loved her writing. She's back with a Greatest Hits album on October 7th called 'Closer: The Best of Sarah McLachlan'.

Sarah has recorded two new songs to be included in the package, called U Want Me 2 and Dont Give Up On Us ...and we've got one for you tonight!

U Want Me 2 is a typical sounding Sarah track, nothing too special but worth a post!

U Want Me 2 (Download)

JILL SCOTT: Live at Wingate Park Brooklyn

So last night we went down to deepest Brooklyn to see Ms. Jill Scott do her thing and she certainly did not disappoint.

Not only does she have an amazing voice and stage presence, but she is also HILARIOUS she was up there making vibrator jokes, and jokes about being married too long which got the crowd roaring with laughter, but it wasn't all humor, true to form she talked a lot about self respect and also lamented the loss of real music.

She proclaimed that 'old music' is now 1998 and talked about how greats like Marvin Gaye are all but forgotten, as well as newer artists like herself trying to make real music. I maybe be all of 24 but I agree with her 100%, all to often great music is overlooked by the mainstream such as songs by her, Angie Stone and to a lesser extent Erykah Badu. *Steps off soapbox*

The highlights of the show for me were: a Long Walk which everyone jammed to, Insomnia,The Real Thing, Crown Royale and Way. All in all it was a brilliant night and I'm now going revisit all my Jill Scott albums :D

Jill Scott - Let It Will Be

TAMI CHYNN: Frozen (Extended Remix)

Check out this extended remix of a soon to be hit around the world by Jamaican artist Tami Chynn.

It's featuring Akon, and I have to say...he needs to take a break for awhile! I'm sick of him.

Extended Remix (Download)
*remix by Marc Picchiotti

BRITNEY SPEARS & RUSSELL BRAND: VMA Promos

A lot can happen in a year. Britney Spears looks much better in the new promos for this years MTV VMA's and we are happy for her! Bitch got back on track! That elephant is pretty hot too ;)

KANYE WEST: Champion (Official Video)

Looks like Mr. Kanye West released a new video for his song Champion.  Its pretty good :)  As always Kanye continues to always give us something we aren't expecting...  This video was directed by Neon... Enjoy!    

MADONNA: Give It To Me Glasses

So this has been bugging us for some time now! We want some Madonna 'Give It To Me' glasses. You know those black framed glasses from the 80's. We have no idea where everyone is buying them in London and NYC?

Answers in the comments please!

LUSCIOUS JACKSON: Fantastic Fabulous (Feat: Debbie Harry)

Fantastic Fabulous by Luscious Jackson was recorded in 1999 but is still quite fabulous today!  The track features one of our faves Debbie Harry and can be found on the Luscious Jackson album Electric Honey.  Although this song was never released as a single it probably should of been because it's just that good. Listen close to Debbie's vocals and you can even hear elements of a Blondie single...  Can you figure out which one?? To catch up with Luscious Jackson visit: http://www.lusciousjackson.us/

DOWNLOAD BELOW:

Fantastic Fabulous Feat: Debbie Harry (Album Version)

COLDPLAY Feat. ALICIA KEYS: Clocks live in Japan

I don't know about you guys, but this seems very random to us! Alicia Keys joined Coldplay on stage for Clocks at Summer Sonic in Japan, the results is really great, we'd have loved it if she's sung along though. We love it when talented musicians get together for cool things like this!

MADONNA: Miles Away (Unofficial Video)

The lovely Chicago Madonnarama DJ Riley York has jut posted a video edit of Madonna's Miles Away which we enjoy :D The original performance footage is from the BBC Radio One Big Weekend that Madonna played in Maidstone a few months ago.

KYLIE MINOGUE: The One (Official Video)

Check out the newly released video for Kylie's 'The One' which is one of our favorites from the album, it's a shame it didn't get something Epic, but it's still quite pretty ;)

Someone clearly liked that Project Runway girl's dress that got her booted off the show haha!

LISA SHAW: All Night High

'All Night High by Lisa Shaw is just the kind of Dance music we love.  This soulful lady has a new album coming out in September and judging by the quality of this first track and the many other awesome tracks Lisa has leant her vocals to we are sure its gonna be a good one :D

So heres the All Night High' EP for you to groove too! :D

DOWNLOAD: Lisa Shaw (All Night High EP) 

(You can preview the Ep by clicking here )

This is 'Grown Apart' from Lisa's last album 'Cherry' which we enjoy :D

THE GOLDEN FILTER: Solid Gold

This group The Golden Filter are playing the kind of games that we play here on HardCandyMusic. They are choosing to keep their identity a secret, which leads to the presumption that this is a band or artist that is already at least mildly famous. Anyhoo we do enjoy the songs that they have posted on their MySpace! The best of which, in my opinion, is Solid Gold. 

The music sounds promising, I wonder when they'll reveal themselves? Any ideas who they may be?

DOWNLOAD: The Golden Filter - Solid Gold

SNEAKY SOUND SYSTEM: Pictures

Sneaky Sound System are a group from Australia, they have been hugely successful over there and now with their second album they are going for wider appeal! They have worked with Spike Stent (who has worked with Madonna and Gwen Stefani) on the new album which will be released in September 2008 so watch this space for more from the band!

                                                    

DOWNLOAD: Sneaky Sound System: Pictures

BLOC PARTY: Mercury (Herve In Disarray Mix)

It's time for some new music! Here is a brand spankin' new remix of Bloc Party's new single Mercury by slick remix master Herve!

Herve In Disarray Mix (Download)

Check back for the CSS remix tomorrow!

ISAAC HAYES: Shaft

Early Sunday morning we lost a great & talented musician Isaac Hayes. Our favorite from Isaac is his song Shaft (See Below). Our prayers and condolences go out to his friends and family.

For more info on Isaac's passing & career visit [ http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26125699/]

Shaft (70's Version)

READY FOR THE WORLD: Oh Sheila (Matt's Sunday Flashback)

It's Flashback maddness tonight! I found this track on the wonderful Digital Eargasm. It's a super fabulous, brand new 2008 remix of Oh Sheila by Ready For The World.

Oh Sheila (JPL 2008 Remix)

JANET JACKSON: Pleasure Principal (Camille's Sunday Flashback)

So this we weren't content with just one Flashback we had to do too! So while out at the bar last night we heard this song, and danced our asses of to it! This is Ms. Jackson at her finest if you ask us! look at the dancing! 

Can she still move like this? Enjoy!!

DOWNLOAD: Janet Jackson- Pleasure Principal (Long Vocal Remix)

DURAN DURAN: Union Of The Snake (Steven's Sunday Flashback)

This week we are flashing back to Duran Duran and their hit song Union Of The Snake.  It is a great song and a must have to any music library!  Hope you enjoy!  

Union Of The Snake (GH Version)

Union Of The Snake (Monkey Mix)

JOE HENRY: Stop

There are many interesting facts behind Madonna's track Dont Tell Me.

It was written by Joe Henry, Madonna's brother in law. Wife Melanie Ciccone (Madonna's sister) and Henry have collaborated with Madonna on three other tracks in her career, including Sweet Relief II's, Guilt By Association, Hard Candy's Devil Wouldn't Recognize You and Confessions On A Dancefloor's Jump.

Stop (Download)

KYLIE MINOGUE: In My Arms (Radio Remix)

I've had this remix of In My Arms by Kylie Minogue for awhile now, not sure where it came from. It definitely pumps the track up for the gym, or a gay club, or maybe even a Richard Simmons workout video...but I love it anyway!

In My Arms (Radio Remix)

JOHN LEGEND: Green Light (MSTRKRFT Mix)

It's Saturday night here in NYC!

Get your dancing shoes on & download the new MSTRKRFT remix of 'Green Light' by John Legend and Andre 3000. The track itself is miles away from anything Legend has ever released, and we love him for the change!

MSTRKRFT Mix (Download)

MEL MERIO: Body Wash and Perfume and More...Oh My!

Our good friend, electro-clash diva Mel Merio has created a line of products using her name and likeness.  We can't wait to get our samples, and will let you know what we think!  

ESTELLE: No Substitute Love (Treasure Fingers Mix)

I found a hot remix of Estelle's new single 'No Substitute Love' on [redthreat] this morning. Love her voice and her style! The mix was done by Treasure Fingers who are hot stuff right now!

Treasure Fingers Mix (Download)

ROBIN THICKE: Magic (featuring Mary J. Blige)

Well good Saturday morning to you all! I'm about to hit the beach, but before I go i'd like to share the new remix of Magic by Robin Thicke. It's featuring one of my favorites, Mary J. Blige. The track is mixed up a bit, but stays true to the original. Enjoy!

Robin Thicke's new album 'Something Else' is in stores on September 9th!

NYC Remix featuring Mary J. Blige (Download)

WHITNEY HOUSTON: Happy Birthday Today!!!

Today Whitney Houston celebrates her 45th birthday! We hope that this is the start of a great year for you! Now give us some more music...  we're waiting Whitney... 

Here is some Whitney for everyone :)

My Love Is Your Love (Album Version)

My Name Is Not Susan (Remix Feat: Monie Love)

MUSE & THE STREETS: Who Knows Who

Here is the Muse and The Streets track that has been out there lately. Below is what Muse had to say about the track:

"The MP3 floating around on the message boards at the moment is a track we recorded with Mike Skinner a few months ago. The track was the result of a late night jam session and something we did for a bit of a laugh featuring a blues riff we have been playing live recently upon which Skinner recorded some vocals. It is not intended to be a serious release so we are happy for it to be leaked around unofficially. Hope you enjoy, Cheers. Matt, Dom & Chris.”

Who Knows Who (Muse and The Streets)

*The Streets new album is said to hit stores on September 15th

PRINCE: 7

Just decided that we needed a bit of Prince today. Here are the 2 tracks off of the 7 Single.  One is the album version and the 2nd is an awesome acoustic version.  I love this song, and yes when the finger cymbals play in the song... I play my air finger cymbals  :)  Enjoy! 

7 (Album Version)

7 (Acoustic Version)

BAT FOR LASHES: A Forest (The Cure Cover)

I can't wait to run home from work today and listen to this track by Bat For Lashes. It's part of a 2 CD compilation of 'Cure' cover songs called 'Perfect For Cats...A Tribute to The Cure'.

A Forest (Download)



The album cover is nothing but magical...and Bat for Lashes is just one of many hot artists to be included in this compilation.

Bat For Lashes "A Forest"

Jesu "The Funeral Party"

Xu Xu Fang "Fascination Street"

The Muslims "Grinding Halt"

Astrid Quay (of Winter Flowers) "The Caterpillar"

The Dandy Warhols "Primary" *can't wait for this one!

Indian Jewelry "The Walk"

Army Navy "Jumoing Someone Else's Train"

Rio en Medio "Pictures of You"

Hecuba "Killing An Arab"

Veil Veil Vanish "The Upstairs Room"

Aquaserge and Laure Briard "10.15 Saturday Night"

Joker's Daughter "Kyoto Song"

Voyager One "M"

Ex-Reverie "The Hanging Garden"

Devastations "All Cats Are Gray"

Les Bicyclettes Blanches "Hot Hot Hot!!!"

Katrine Ottosen (CALLmeKAT) "The Love Cats"

Mariee Sioux "Love Song"

Wolfkin "Charlotte Sometimes"

Rainbow Arabia "Six Different Ways"

Corridor "The Kiss"

Tara Busch "Let's Go To Bed"

Kaki King "Close To Me"

Lewis & Clarke "Disintegration"

blackblack "In Between Days"

We Are The World "Why Can't I Be You?"

Sarabeth Tucek "Three Imaginary Boys"

Gangi "Fire In Cairo"

Buddy "Sugar Girl"

Ich Bin Aiko "A Strange Day"

Silver Summit "A Night Like This"

Caroline Weeks "The Drowning Man"

Lemon Sun "The Exploding Boy"

Lewis & Clarke "Disintegration"

MYSTERY TRACK: Perhaps the Best, or Maybe the Worst!

A lovely Mystery Track on such a lovely evening.  What will it be???  Will it be good...  Will it be bad...  Will it be amazing... Guess you'll have to download it to see :)  Leave us a comment & tell us what you think :)  

Mystery Track (Tasty Mystery Version)

CSS: Move (Cut Copy Remix)

Cut Copy remixing CSS...a dream come true? You tell us...

Move (Cut Copy Remix)

ANNIE: Kiss Me (B-Side)

I have for you tonight a requested track...a short trip to the past. Back to Annie's debut album, Anniemal. This track is a b-side of the Chewing Gum single, and it's called 'Kiss Me'. It's super dancey and made in Sweden...the perfect track to wind down (or up) a Thursday night!

What do you think?

Kiss Me (Download)

AT&T Summer Olympics Team USA Soundtrack

Beginning tomorrow AT&T will be offering these songs for download in support of Team USA. You can get them through itunes or the AT&T website

– 3 Doors Down, “The Champion in Me”
– Army of Me, “Perfect” (acoustic)
– Colbie Caillat, “Somethin’ Special”
– Clique Girlz, “Incredible” (acoustic)
– Sheryl Crow, “So Glad We Made It”
– Chris Brown, “Dreamer”
– Flipsyde, “Champion”
– Luis Fonsi, “No Me Doy Por Vencido” (exclusive track)
– Goo Goo Dolls, “Real”
– Josh Kelley, “To Remember”
– Lady Antebellum, “I Was Here”
– Queen Latifah, “Champion”
– Mere, “Hold On”
– Nelly, “Warrior” (Team USA edition)
– Taylor Swift, “Change”
– Kate Voegele, “Lift Me Up”

PINK: So What

The first track from Pink's new album has leaked and we're enjoying it a lot :D Read her little note about the leak and the new album below:

DOWNLOAD: Pink - So What

MOBY & FREEMASONS: Disco Lies

Finally the Freemason's have got their paws on a Moby track! The results are pretty decent!

DOWNLOAD: Moby & Freemasons - Disco Lies (Radio Edit)

MARY J. BLIGE: Supernatural

Mary J. Blige recorded a demo version of this track by Ciara. As we expected, Mary blows Ciara out of the water on this one...we do like both versions, though...enjoy!

What do you think?
Supernatural (Download)

LADYTRON: Runaway Video

Check out the video for Ladytron's Runaway below!

THE PRETENDERS: Don't Lost Faith In Me

This weeks track from 'Break Up The Concrete' is 'Don't Lose Faith In Me' Enjoy!

DOWNLOAD: The Pretenders - Don't Lose Faith In Me

BOOMKAT: Runboy

Our friend Taryn Manning is about to release a new video for her new track 'Runboy' and we can't wait!  The track itself is super hot, and it's reminiscent of her band Boomkat's first album.  Her brother Kellin will also be in the video!  

We'll keep you posted once we get it, but in the meantime check out a Xanadu inspired video by the pair, called 'What You Do To Me' released a few years ago.

YELLE: Ce Jeu (Video)

French electro dancer Yelle is back with a new video for 'Ce Jeu' off of her album 'Pop Up'. The video was directed by Yoann Lemoine. Check it out!

THE KILLERS: Day and Age

Day In Age is the new title for The Killers upcoming release. It was produced by Stuart Price of Madonna Confessions fame...we can't wait! Currently set for a November release, check out a preview of a new song on the album 'Neon Tiger'.

RIHANNA: Disturbia Mixes

Well it's time to confess our Rihanna Obsession, we adore her!

Here are some delicous mixes of Disturbia for you!

01. Disturbia (Jody den Broeder Radio Edit) 03:50
02. Disturbia (Craig C's Master Radio Mix) 03:52
03. Disturbia (Craig C & Nique's Master Radio Mix) 04:03
04. Disturbia (Jody den Broeder Remix) 07:45
05. Disturbia (Craig C's Master Vocal Mix) 09:17
06. Disturbia (Craig C & Nique's Tribal Mayhem Mix) 08:19
07. Disturbia (Jody den Broeder Bum Bum Dub) 08:15
08. Disturbia (Craig C's Disturbstramental Mix) 09:17
09. Disturbia (Craig C & Nique's Bom Dub Mix) 08:18

DOWNLOAD: Rihanna - Disturbia Mixes

ANNIE LENNOX: Greatest Hits Collection

Out on September 5th, The Annie Lennox Collection is her first greatest hits package of solo material. Two new songs will be on the release, called Shining Light and Pattern of My Life.

1. Little Bird
2. Walking On Broken Glass
3. Why
4. No More I Love You’s
5. Precious
6. A Whiter Shade of Pale
7. A Thousand Beautiful Things
8. Sing
9. Pavement Cracks
10. Love Song for a Vampire
11. Cold
12. Dark Road
13. Pattern of My Life
14. Shining Light

WEEZER: North American Tour

North American Weezer fans can check the band out on the road this Fall. See you there!

Here are the dates...

Sep 23 Boston, MA Tsongas Arena
Sep 24 New York, NY Madison Square Garden
Sep 26 Atlantic City, NJ Borgata Casino
Sep 27 Philadelphia, PA Susquehanna Center
Sep 29 Detroit, MI The Palace of Auburn Hills
Sep 30 Toronto, ON Air Canada Center
Oct 2 Chicago, IL All State Arena
Oct 3 St. Paul, MN Xcel Arena
Oct 5 Denver, CO Broomfield
Oct 7 Salt Lake City, UT E Center
Oct 9 Portland OR Memorial Coliseum
Oct 10 Vancouver, BC GM Place
Oct 11 Seattle, WA Key Arena
Oct 13 San Jose, CA Events Center
Oct 14 Los Angeles, CA The Forum
Oct 17 San Diego, CA Cox Arena
Oct 18 Phoenix, AZ Arizona State Fair
Oct 20 Austin, TX Frank Erwin Center
Oct 21 Dallas, TX Nokia Theater
Oct 23 Houston, TX Reliant Arena
Oct 25 Atlanta, GA Gwinnett Arena

Opening Weezer's tour are Angels and Airwaves and Tokyo Police Club.

MADONNA: Sticky & Sweet Tour Final Setlist (SPOILER!)

It's a big day for Madonna news, here is the "final" setlist for Madonna's 'Sticky and Sweet Tour'.

Don't look if you dont want to ruin the surprise!



The show features four main section. The show opener, Candy Shop, has now a longer intro compared to the promo tour version. A musical intro a la Drowned World Tour, with bits and pieces of song form Hard Candy that we will be hearing later in the show fades into the "C-A-N-D-Y" intro from the promo tour.

The clock ticking theme from 4 minutes can be heard several times during the show. In the show intro, in Vogue and in the "Get Stupid" interlude, which reminds of the Confessions Tour's Sorry Video interlude. In Get Stupid there are samples of Give It 2 Me, 4 Minutes and Beat Goes On and it's about our chance to save our planet from the various damages we created.

The use of music samples is very big on this tour. Many of the classic hits are musically re-arranged as mash-ups and the songs are sung on musical tracks heavely sample-ing other dance songs. Like A Prayer, for example, which, as previously reported by M-Tribe, has entered the set list is now replacing Impressive Instant and it's delivered using musical parts of the 1992 dance hit by Felix "Don't You Want Me".

Into The Groove, that contains a small sample of Madonna's Jump, is also delivered using musical parts of another dance song "Toop Toop" by Cassius, while Borderline is a great "rocky/ska" re-invention of the classic 1983 ballad.

The first video interlude, a fast and speeded up version of the James Bond theme Die Another Day, features exclusive new footage of Madonna as a boxeur, from the brand new photoshoot by Tom Munro for the Tour Book.

The second video interlude mashes up Madonna's Rain with the Eurythmics' Here Comes The Rain Again, using their original version and leading to Devil Wouldn't Recognize You. Originally supposed to play the piano herself on this song, Madonna will now be placed on the piano, reminessing a bit the Sooner Or Later performance from Blond Ambition.

Sticky & Sweet Set List

Intro/Candy Shop
Beat Goes On
Human Nature
Vogue

Video Interlude - Die Another Day
Into The Groove
Heartbeat
Borderline
She's Not Me
Music

Video Interlude - Rain/Here Comes The Rain Again
Devil Wouldn't Recognize You
Spanish Lesson
Miles Away
La Isla Bonita/Lela Pala Tute
Doli Doli (Live interlude - Romanian folk song)
You Must Love Me

Video Interlude - Get Stupid (About saving the planet)
4 Minutes
Like A Prayer
Ray Of Light
Hung Up
Give It 2 Me (Finale)

MADONNA: Sticky & Sweet Tour Costume Designs (SPOILER)

Most people are lucky to work with Madonna once. Costume designer Arianne Phillips has lasted 11 years, from the singer’s Pre-Raphaelite look for “Ray of Light” to the urban cowgirl of “Music” to the Patty Hearst look of “American Life” and on and on and on. In other words, measured in Madonna time, Phillips is roughly 77 years old.

Still, La Ciccone’s upcoming “Sticky and Sweet” tour has had its own unique challenges for her longtime stylist. “Normally we prep in April and May, and open in June,” says Phillips. “This time, the tour begins in August. It’s a nightmare. Everyone in Italy and France is on a beach sunning themselves.”

Thankfully, everyone is a bit of an exaggeration, as Phillips goes on to detail a mile-long list of willing collaborators and everything they’ve designed for the trek, which begins Aug. 23 in Cardiff, Wales, and comes to the United States in early October. Givenchy’s Riccardo Tisci designed two outfits, while Tom Ford provided bespoke suits for the band. Three pairs of shoes have been custom-made by Miu Miu, there are thigh-high boots courtesy of Stella McCartney, sunglasses from Moschino, and other outfits and odds and ends from Yves Saint Laurent, Roberto Cavalli, and Jeremy Scott.

Like her shows in the past, this tour will be divided into four sections. The first references gangsta pimp and Art Deco with Givenchy costumes. This, it would seem, is Madonna’s current take on her longest-running fashion inspiration — the dominatrix. “It’s a theme that runs throughout her career” Phillips says. “She’s not afraid of being hard.” The second section has been termed “Old School,” and harkens back to Madonna’s early days in New York, with Scott’s outfit and some vintage prints from Keith Haring, the late graffiti artist and friend of Madonna who died of AIDS in 1990. “He and Madonna were friends. If her were alive, it would be his 50th birthday as well. So I thought, ‘What if we revisited that?’” Afterward, there’s a gypsy section with more costumes from Givenchy. “Riccardo’s a new young talent. If you look at Madonna’s history with fashion, that makes him an obvious choice.” Finally, there’s a futuristic rave section with lots of Japanese influences.

And while The New York Times complained recently about Madonna’s style choices, Phillips says getting older has had little effect on her sense of fashion adventure. “She always wants to push the envelope. There are no vanity considerations based on her age.” As Phillips adds seconds later, “She looks good in everything.”

SOURCE: Madgetribe

So, what do you think? Personally i'm loving the first two outfits...not sure how I feel about the last one...it reminds me of Like a Prayer. You never know whats going to happen when that coat gets thrown off though! We are very excited!

ANNIE & SAM SPARRO: Black and Gold

We talked about this happening last week, for those that didn't see it here it is. Annie and Sam Sparro singing 'Black and Gold' on the Transmission show. We rather like this pairing and this version of 'Black and Gold' and the little 'Heartbeat' ending is cool

WE WANT MORE!!

KEANE: Spiraling

So Keane are releasing a new album on October 13th called 'Perfect Symmetry' and judging by the picture above it seems they have a thing for shapes ;)

They have offered up one of the tracks 'Spiraling' for download for a limited time only and we offer it you below!

We love that they appear to have gone in a different direction with this one, its more upbeat and less depressing, kind of 80's in feeling a bit Human League (wow we're really feeling that comparison today aren't we?) but have a listen you'll hear it ;)

DOWNLOAD: Keane - Spiraling

THE ULTRASONICS: Perfect Girl

These crazy kids have been getting quite a lot of blog attention recently and for good reason :D you can hear their first single 'Perfect Girl's due to be released on August 25th by going to their MySpace its damn catchy! Very 80's and with a touch of the Human League and Depeche Mode you can't really go wrong can ya?

We enjoy this cover version of the Eurythmics Sweet Dreams :)

KYLIE MINOGUE: Stay This Way

So apparently this unreleased track from Kylie 'Stay This way' was recorded in the Impossible Princess Era. It's certainly interesting to hear Kylie doing a Jazz number, I actually think she pulls it of pretty well!

ERYKAH BADU: Tom Ford Ads

I know we run the risk of seeming like Erykah Badu.com here but this new ad from Tom Ford's White Patchouli fragrance that hits stores in Sepetember is too beautiful not to post! She's Gorgeous! Lets hope it smells good!

ERYKAH BADU: Love Hangover

In celebration of Erykah Badu's concert tonight in Brooklyn, I wanted to post this treat that I only discovered last night unbelievably!. It's from the 2007 BET awards and Erykah sings one of my favorite Diana Ross songs 'Love Hangover' and injects it with a little Badu spice! Enjoy!!

MADONNA: New York Magazine Cover

Why Didn't they Use Cher??

So New York Magazine, decided to use Madonna as the poster child for their New Face discussion, and in the least subtle way ever. Personally, I don't think Madonna has had even half as much as work as is outlined on her face, I'd guess at some cheek filler and a little botox here and there.

I think the cover is outrageous really and was probably sparked by the comments her brother made about her 'having a face lift' im sure he's chuckling smugly to himself in a corner somewhere this morning.

What do you all think of this provocative cover?

CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival

The CMJ '08 Music Marathon & Film Festival is making its way to New York City!

Register now before it’s too late, and the chance to get badges for only $415 ($245 for students) comes to a close!

The event takes place on October 21-25.

Find more info and register here.

JERMAINE JACKSON: Steven's Sunday Flashback

Today's Sunday Flashback is from the ever so famous Jackson Family's... Jermaine Jackson.  He brought us a great hit titled Do What You Do.  Quite the dandy track (pretty much a "slow jam") it is brought to you here & today to enjoy & remember. 

Do What You Do (Single Version) 

SADE: By Your Side

Simply because we love Sade and her song By Your Side...  nothing else to say but enjoy :)

By Your Side (Single Version)

THE PRETENDERS: Boots of Chinese Plastic

Some people wear rubber boots, but The Pretenders are wearing Boots of Chinese Plastic these days...  why do we think that?  Well, Boots of Chinese Plastic is a new track from The Pretenders that can be found on their upcoming album Break Up The Concrete.  Album is to be released in September... We can't wait!!!    

Boots Of Chinese Plastic (Album Version)

MADONNA: 4 Minutes (Fashion Mix)

Here is a treat...  Yup... another mix of Madonna's 4 Minutes.  Rumor has it that this version of the song was created for a fashion show that took place in Philadelphia.  Either way we like this version of the Madonna hit very much and hope that you feel the same & it's definitely worth the download.  :)  Take a listen & enjoy!

Madonna 4 Minutes (Fashion Version )

MYSTERY TRACK: Perhaps the Best, or Maybe the Worst!

Here is a Mystery Track for y'all!  We think that this Mystery Track is one of the best, but do you agree?  Guess we'll just have to wait and see :)  To find out check out the Mystery Track link below... Your music library may thank you for it :)  

Mystery Track (Mystery Album Version)

CRYSTAL CASTLES: Vanished

Crystal Castles are pretty fun to listen to, especially if you are into the return of the 80's video game sound that seems to happen every few years. The band also shares their name with an Atari video game.

I'm sharing their newest single with you all, it's called 'Vanished'.

Vanished (Radio Edit)

FILTHY DUKES: This Rhythm

Oh dear, looks like the boys have got themselves all tied up in knots! =)

Filthy Dukes started out as DJ's and turned themselves into a band we quite enjoy. They are quite similar in style to the Presets. The band are playing a bunch of gigs in the UK over the coming months, and onSunday they will be at the Time Out On The Up festival in London, if you fancy a gander!

Download: Filthy Dukes - This Rhythm

KERI HILSON: In A Perfect World...

Here is the official album cover for Keri Hilson's release 'In a Perfect World...'

I'm not a huge fan, unfortunately. Good thing she's got a super hot track 'Energy' to start off with, can't wait to hear the album. I'm sure it will be off the chain!

Here is the tracklisting:

1.In A Perfect World (Intro)
2.Turn Off (featuring Lil' Wayne)
3.See You Again (featuring Justin Timberlake)
4.Sleeping With The Enemy (Interlude)
5.Energy
6.Quicksand
7.Where Did He Go
8.Alienated
9.Hands And Feet
10.Sidewalk
11.Return the Favor (featuring Timbaland)
12.Slow Dance
13.Too Proud
14.Let Me Go
15.Rewritten (Outro)

KISH MAUVE: Lose Control

Remember Kylie's 2 Hearts? A band who call themselves 'Kish Mauve' wrote and recorded the track before Kylie, and when she heard it, she decided to re-record and include it on X. Kish Mauve are back with a new track remixed by a personal favorite of mine, French producer Fred Falke. It's a funky track, check it out!

Lose Control (Fred Falke Mix)

THE POLICE: Last Gig at MSG