I swung by WBRE’s “PA Live!” for my weekly segment, “The Ralphie Report.” This week, I highlighted new artist Neon Hitch. Also covered: Adele’s upcoming performance at The Grammy Awards and “American Idol” auditions from Portland, OR.
DAILY DOWNLOAD: Avicii – ‘Levels’ (Skrillex Remix)
Dubstep. Coming to a radio near you a lot sooner than you think.
AUDIO: Tax Practioner Breaks Down Sean Kingston’s IRS Debt
Somebody call 911… another singer has allegedly not paid his taxes. TMZ reports that Sean Kingston owes the IRS over $131,000 dating back to money he made in 2009.New York-based tax practitioner David Selig believes the discrepancy may have arisen from a 1099 form that Kingston could have simply ignored. With new technology in place,… Read more »
LIFE & STYLE’S JULIET IZON: Kim Kardashian, Demi Moore, Russell Brand
Life & Style Weekly reports in the magazine’s latest issue that Kim Kardashian is feeling pretty lonely, among other things, these days. Events Editor Juliet Izon elaborated and also spoke about Demi Moore’s latest issues and Russell Brand back on the market, and in the bars.
NOTES: ‘American Idol’ Season 11, Episode 7
– Last episode of auditions, from St. Louis. This is where Carrie Underwood auditioned, and “Idol” did her justice with an awe-inspiring opening montage that took you from Underwood’s Oklahoma farm, to St. Louis, and right to country singer stardom. Say what you want about the show, but these people know how to tell great… Read more »
DAILY DOWNLOAD: DJ Felli Fel f. Lil Jon, Jessie Malakouti – It’s Your Birthday
GEMINIIIII IN THIS BBBBBBBBB!!! This is “Shots” for birthday celebrations, more or less.
AUDIO: Gia Farrell Explains How She Got Her Golden Ticket on ‘Idol’
Major record label deal, radio promo, hit single… Gia Farrell has been there and done that. Yet apparently her experience as an Atlantic Records artist, which lasted over a year and ended in December 2007, left her yearning for more. So off she went… to audition for “American Idol.” The New York native received a… Read more »
AUDIO: Dietitian John Rickards on Healthy Big Game Party Eats
Sunday’s Big Game is historically known to yield equally big calorie intakes for Americans across the country. John Rickards, a registered dietitian based in Philadelphia, shared a plethora of ways and ideas that you could enjoy some of your favorite foods without the Monday quarterback second guessing.– Implement a game plan: perhaps only eat during… Read more »
NOTES: ‘American Idol’ Season 11, Episode 6
– Tonight, auditions were from Portland, OR. These audition spots that are a little off the beaten path are great – the talent may not be as good but the characters and stories are superior. – Another great Randy-ism – when Jackson calls women, “dude.” He also made a Steven-like inappropriate comment to a contestant… Read more »
DAILY DOWNLOAD: K’NAAN f. Nelly Furtado – ‘Is Anybody Out There?’
I think K’NAAN is super talented, and I love how he chose a person that we’re familiar with but haven’t heard in a while to feature on his track.