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Our latest Note for Note (formerly Discography Fever) series takes a look at the discography of one of America’s most brilliant musicians, Bill Withers.

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The Viewfinder: Bad Rabbits, ”We Can Roll”

Big Money November 28, 2012

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Punk-funk lives on in the form of Bad Rabbits. Check out the Boston band’s new video for “We Can Roll.”

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Songs In the Key of Life 22: ”Made Up My Mind”

June. November 26, 2012

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Religious hypocrisy is a touchy subject, but June is unafraid to discuss it in the latest Songs in the Key of Life column.

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I Says Yes, You Says No, I Says Yes: The Genius of R. Kelly’s ”Trapped in the Closet”

Mike D. November 23, 2012

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Kells’ ongoing opus is the most brilliant thing he’s ever done. Here are five reasons why.

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Blerd Radio: Season Whatever.1: A Hip-Hop Riot

Popblerd Staff November 23, 2012

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Big Money, GG and Carletta join forces for a new Blerd Radio podcast. Give it a listen! (no, John Mayer isn’t on the podcast-but he is discussed in detail!)

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The Singles Bar: LL Cool J, ”Take It” (Featuring Joe)

Big Money November 21, 2012

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Uncle L is back! Check out his latest soon-to-be-hit, “Take It,” featuring Joe.

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Songs In The Key of Life 21: ”A Song For Mama”

June. November 21, 2012

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June pays tribute to a very special person in the latest edition of Songs in the Key of Life.

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The Singles Bar: Jamie Lidell, ”What a Shame”

Gonzo November 20, 2012

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Jamie Lidell’s “What a Shame” offers a sneak peak at his upcoming self-titled album on Warp.

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The Singles Bar: Jojo, ”We Get By”

Big Money November 19, 2012

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Former teen singer/actress Jojo has a new mixtape coming out called “Agape.” “We Get By” offers a taste of the new music.

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Popblerd’s New Release Report 11/19/12: Rihanna All Over Again

Big Money November 19, 2012

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It’s November, that means there must be a new Rihanna album coming out! Check out the list of new albums coming on the last big release day of 2012!

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The Blerd & Gonzo Cover Convo: ”Baby Don’t You Do It”

Blerd Staff November 17, 2012

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It’s Marvin vs. The Who vs. The Faces vs. The Band in the latest Cover Convo. Will the power of Keith Moon put the British legends on top? Read on to find out!

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Back In The Day: An Unearthed Treasure From Bill Withers

Big Money November 16, 2012

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Check out video footage from a mini concert the legendary Bill Withers did for BBC TV in 1973.

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Spin Cycle: Ne-Yo, R.E.D.

Big Money November 15, 2012

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Singer/songwriter Ne-Yo’s fifth album, “R.E.D.” is another chapter in the career of one of modern pop music’s finest talents.

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New Release Report 11/12/12: Xtina’s Lotus Flower Bomb

Big Money November 13, 2012

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A ton of new releases are hitting stores today, including the latest efforts from Deftones, Soundgarden, The Weeknd, Christina Aguilera and Green Day.

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Songs In The Key Of Life 20: ”Champagne Life”

June. November 12, 2012

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June celebrates life in this week’s Songs in the Key of Life column, with a little help from Ne-Yo.

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Blerd Briefs: TLC, Dave Grohl, and Jermaine Jacks…uh, Jacksun???

Big Money November 8, 2012

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A new TLC album, Dave Grohl returns to QOTSA, and Jermaine changes his name. More crazy news…

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The Singles Bar: Whitney Houston, ”Never Give Up”

Big Money November 7, 2012

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Honor Whitney-don’t sully her musical legacy. Did the team behind “Never Give Up” complete the mission?

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Spin Cycle: Macy Gray Talking Book

Big Money November 7, 2012

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Because Macy Gray covering Stevie Wonder was *such* a good idea.

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Popblerd’s New Release Report 11/6/12: After You Vote…

Big Money November 6, 2012

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It may be Election Day, but it’s also New Release Tuesday. Ne-Yo heads the list, but find out what else is coming out today.

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The Singles Bar: Charlie Wilson, ”My Love is All I Have”

Big Money November 5, 2012

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Uncle Charlie’s back! Check out his new single, “My Love Is All I Have.”

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The Viewfinder: Sy Smith featuring Rahsaan Patterson, ”Nights (Feel Like Gettin’ Down)”

Big Money November 1, 2012

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Soul siren Sy Smith takes on a Billy Ocean classic, with help from one of our favorites, Rahsaan Patterson!

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Spin Cycle: Brandy, Two Eleven

Big Money October 31, 2012

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Former teen queen Brandy makes a case for adult relevance with her sixth album, “Two Eleven.”

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The Popblerd New Release Report 10/30/12: Ho Ho Ho!

Big Money October 30, 2012

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Let Rod Stewart put a little jingle in your bells…and other hot albums coming out this week, in our latest New Release Report!

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Songs In The Key of Life 18: ”Cry”

June. October 29, 2012

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It’s okay to cry. Right?

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Blerd Appreciation: Meshell Ndegeocello

blerd October 25, 2012

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If anyone was to ask me who the most underrated artist of the past twenty years, there would be absolutely no hesitation in my response Meshell Ndegeocello. Since her debut in 1993, the singer, composer, bandleader and multi-instrumentalist has been…

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