We caught Steel Train performing live in Ventura, CA as part of their recent North American tour with Jack's Mannequin. After the show we caught up with bassist Evan Winkler to discuss Baseball, historic venues and a lot of Girls... the band. Cougar Microbes: What time did you wake up today? Was it out of [...]

Picture this scene - it's 2005, and I, a 15-year old kid from a location which shall be referred to as "the Netherworld", settle into my (parent's) couch to watch some TV. As is any youth of my age, I am stupid, and thus turn on MTV. TRL is still going strong, despite Carson Daly never appearing on it, and I check out what the top song of the day is. " 'I'm In Love Wit a Stripper' . What? What the fuck is that? Is that English? Ho-holy shit, why is a robot singing about pole dancers? [...]

By now, Bow Wow's probably well aware what most of you think of his rap career. It's fabricated. It's the gift of networking at a young age. It's long past its prime. That's all well and dandy, but Shad's not quitting his day job and looks to silence a few critics with his newly liberated Greenlight 4 mixtape. Alongside frequent co-conspirators DJ Ill Will and DJ Rockstar, this ranks as his first official release under the Cash Money umbrella. Lil Wayne, 2 Chainz, Gunplay, T-Pain, Chris Brown and Snoop Dogg ride shotgun at different times [...]

Some time ago, a video surfaced with Khaled and Ace Hood in the studio previewing a T-Pain assisted-song which would later end up on the latter's new album Blood, Sweat & Tears . From what I could hear, the record seemed promising and one I hoped would get some push behind it once the time came. Well, fast forward a few months and the time is now. "King Of The Streets" is Ace's proclamation to the world-one I don't necessarily agree with-that regardless of preconceived notions about him or his music, he's going to win whether [...]
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J-Doe recruits Busta Rhymes, T-Pain & David Banner for the "Coke, Dope, Crack, Smack" Remix. Busta's verses are starting to sound all the same now. Related posts: Video: David Banner & 9th Wonder Q&A David Banner & 9th Wonder Questions and Answers. David Banner... DJ Khaled – Welcome to My Hood Remix Lyrics Ft. Ludacris, T-Pain, Busta Rhymes, Mavado, Twista, Birdman, Ace Hood, Fat Joe, Jadakiss, Bun B, Game & Waka Flocka DJ Khaled – Welcome to My Hood Remix. [...]
Three of radio's most-played artists -- Chris Brown, T-Pain, and Kelly Rowland -- are hitting the road together for a pretty substantial tour of the U.S. (and Toronto). It's all another means of further pushing Brown's latest album, F.A.M.E. , and (maybe) his new mixtape, Boy in Detention , that features the singer wearing his rapper cap for the entirety of the release. Young Money scrub Tyga is also serving as a supporting act for the jaunt, though most people will probably show up after his set anyway. You can view the [...]

The boy is getting out of detention and going on the road — Chris Brown has unveiled the dates for his 28-date trek across North America. We can only imagine how much fun it will be, now that T-Pain and Tyga will join Kelly Rowland as Breezy's tour openers . "I just love Chris," Rowland told us in our exclusive interview . "He's an amazing entertainer and I'm just really excited to be going on tour with him." Dates below! Chris Brown's North American F.A.M.E. Tour [...]

T-Pain, Tyga - Wireimage Chris Brown has been quietly lining up guests for the US leg of his F.A.M.E. tour and finally, details are starting to emerge. T-Pain and Tyga will head out on the road with the r&b/pop superstar. They'll join previously announced support act Kelly Rowland as openers. Both artists are long-time CB collaborators. T-Pain and Chris have shared a string of hits together, including Kiss Kiss and their latest Best Love Song [...]
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Another day, another drama... In helping to celebrate Blackout Purchase Week (have you entered the MuuMuse giveaway yet?), MuuMuse is proud to present "Blackout Once Again: A Look Back at Britney Spears' Greatest Album," an incredibly comprehensive, in-depth examination of Britney 's fifth studio album, written by Vertigo Shtick 's David Salter . If there's anything to be said about Blackout , it's featured here in this extraordinary piece. A must read, Muusers! Please click "Read More..." to see the full article. ( MOAH! ) [...]

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Can someone please tell me who the hell Mann is? Actually, based off the little I've heard, seen and his ultra-generic moniker, the LA MC may just be a robot. After kicking it in left field for a minute, this guy came out the gate on a repackaged version of Nipsey Hussle's Mark-Morrison-cover some months ago, which has gained traction and apparently earned him an even grander second single. Now, instead of swiping Neighborhood Nip's single, the pre-packaged intermediary swiped Axel Foley's. Backed by JR Rotem's updated rendition of the always-excellent [...]

Sleep all day, party all night. All star cast on this one. Mistah FAB ft. T-Pain - City Nights (The Cataracs) | mp3

Did You Hear? :: With three failed marriages under her belt, Jennifer Lopez would most likely not be our first choice of wedding singer. [ Just Jared ] :: T-Pain announces collaboration with Ke$ha. New world record for autotune use is imminent. [ Rap-Up ] :: Soulja Boy - The Movie coming soon to a theater near you? [ Hip Hop Wired ] :: Country superstar Taylor Swift eats lunch and goes shopping in New [...]

So in case you haven't noticed the world of EDM has been swept by a massive wave of Moombahton lately thanks to DC legend and Vacay approved artist Dave Nada. The production style has been adopted by artists across all genres however; as with every new genre, a new type of artist is developing. One of these new Moombahton artists is a collaborative effort between DJ SAV and Mr Vega out of New York City. They dropped their debut 7 track EP, La Bomba, last week and were nice enough to give us a couple exclusive vitamins for your auditory [...]

Tune In Crew made this remix back when this song was playing on the radio 24/7 and the track has been sitting in the vaults collecting dust. They brushed it off, took it for a spin, decided it was so hot that it would burn up the kitchen, and put it up on their Soundcloud for your enjoyment. Thank them on Facebook . Download: Chris Brown - Kiss Kiss Feat. T-Pain (Tune In Crew Remix)