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Up for grabs this time around is NOW That’s What I Call Music! Vol. 32. It’s jam-packed full of fun, catchy and current tunes. Check out the track listing for the album after jump.

Entering the Contest

There’s nothing tricky about this! All you have to do is head on down to the “Comments” section, and tell me why you’d love to win this CD. Make sure you correctly enter your email address in the “Mail” section of the contest box. The winner will be chosen at random. The contest starts today and ends on Monday, November 23rd.

If You Win…

You’ll receive an email notifying you that you’ve won. I’ll need your name and address, so that we can send you your prize! Good luck to all of you!

Check out the track listing after the jump!

NOW That’s What I Call Music! Vol. 32 Track List

1. Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling

2. Lady Gaga – LoveGame

3. Jay Sean feat. Lil Wayne – Down

4. Drake – Best  I Ever Had

5. Mariah Carey – Obsessed

6. Jason DeRulo – Whatcha Say

7. Keri Hilson feat. Kanye West & Ne-Yo – Knock You Down

8. Fabolous feat. The-Dream – Throw It In The Bag

9. Pitbull – Hotel Room Service

10. Michael Franti & Spearhead – Say Hey (I Love You)

11. Shakira – She  Wolf

12. David Guetta feat. Akon – Sexy Chick

13. Jordin Sparks – Battlefield

14. Kelly Clarkson – Already Gone

15. Daughtry – No Surprise

16. Boys Like Girls – Love Drunk

17. Cobra Starship – Good Girls Go Bad

18. Katy Perry – Waking Up In Vegas

19. Taylor Swift – You Belong With Me

20. Keith Urban – Only You Can Love Me This Way

"WHAT’S NEXT" NEW MUSIC PREVIEW – BONUS TRACK

21. Katharine McPhee – Had It All

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Member of the band, Nick Carter, said in a press release, "We’re really excited to release this new album and know that our fans are excited too. We worked with a group of amazing artists and producers that we’ve never worked with before, exploring new sounds and territory and know the final product turned out incredible."

They have already released their single and accompanying music video for “Straight Through My Heart” which BSB fans seem to be absolutely loving.

I don’t know about this. Since coming back from their hiatus, I just haven’t really been liking their music, but I’m glad that some of the hardcore fans seem satisfied. For those of you who are interested be sure to check out the album’s track listing!

"This Is Us" track listing:

1. "Straight Through My Heart"
2. "Bigger"
3. "Bye Bye Love"
4. "All of Your Life (You Need Love)"
5. "If I Knew Then"
6. "This Is Us"
7. "PDA"
8. "Masquerade"
9. "She’s A Dream"
10. "Shattered"
11. "Undone"

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Nelly says, “Recording this album was just a natural progression for me. I wanted my fourth album to be in Spanish. I just didn’t really know when to start and then I met this amazing artist named Alex Cuba in Canada and we started writing songs together by coincidence. Then I realized I was writing songs in Spanish, and before I knew it, I hadn’t written anything in English for a year."

The song that you hear in the background is called “Manos al Aire (Hand in the Air)” and is the first single to be released off the album.

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Here’s a list of Christmas Albums that I’ve compiled for you to pick from. I’m sure you are bound to find a Christmas CD to listen to this year to last forever.

• Mariah Carey : Merry Christmas (1994)
• Whitney Houston : One Wish Holiday
• Olivia Newton-John Christmas Wish (2008)
• Elliot Yamin : Holiday Collection (2007)
• Elliot Yamin : My Kind Of Holiday (2008)
• Sheryl Crow : Home For Christmas
• Gloria Stefan : Christmas Through Your Eyes
• Vanessa Williams : Silver & Gold
• Vanessa Williams : Star Bright
• Michael Buble : Let It Snow
• Josh Groban : NOEL
• Jewel : Joy, A Holiday Collection
• Celine Dion : These Are Special Times (Remastered)
• N’Sync : Home For Christmas
• 98° : This Christmas
• Destiny’s Child : 8 Days Of Christmas
• Jessica Simpson : Rejoice, The Christmas Album
• Christina Aguilera : My Kind Of Christmas
• Toni Braxton : Snowflakes
• Bette Midler : Cool Yule
• Tony Bennett : Snowfall
• Tony Bennett : A Swingin’ Christmas
• Clay Aiken : Merry Christmas With Love
• Harry Connick Jr : When My Heart Finds Christmas
• Harry Connick Jr : Harry for the Holidays
• Harry Connick Jr : What A Night! A Christmas Album

Christmas Compilations Albums :

• Platinum Christmas (Britney, Christina Aguilera, N’Sync, Whitney Houston, etc)
• NOW That’s What I Call Christmas Series (Nat King Cole, Elvis, Sinatra, Dean King, etc)
• NOW That’s What I Call Christmas Vol 2 The Signature Collection (Barbara Streissand, Dean King, Johnny Mathis, etc..)
• NOW That’s What I Call Christmas Vol 3 Various Artists (Tony Bennett, Johnny Cash, Brenda Lee, Jackson 5 , The Beach Boys etc..)
• A Disney Channel Holiday (Hannah Montana, Billy Rae Cyrus, Jonas Brothers, Ashley Tisdale, Cheetah Girls, etc..)
• All Wrapped Up! 2008 Holiday CD (Jonas Brothers, Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato, etc..)
• American Idol : The Great Holiday Classics (Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Kelly Clarkson, Justin Guarini, etc..)

Bet you didn’t know some of those artists have Christmas Albums out. Merry Christmas Everyone!

NOTE : This list will be continuously edited…

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Here’s my review of Britney Spears’ “CIRCUS” album which came out in stores Tuesday (December 2nd). I bought the DELUXE Edition so I got 3 more extra songs added to the 12-song list plus a DVD which features the making of CIRCUS video with an exclusive interview with Britney, and a double-side poster as well. FYI, 4 songs from this album were co-written by Britney.

“Circus” (by Lukasz Gottwald, Claude Kelly and Benjamin Levin) is already #1 on iTunes. The title track is also #1 single and #1 in requested ringtones. That’s no surprise because I myself love the song. I preferred it over “Womanizer” (by Nikesha Briscoe, Rafael Akenyemi) actually. “Circus” has more lyrics, compare to “Womanizer”. Granted the latter sticks in your head for weeks with the “womanizer, womanizer, womanizer” part, but that’s pretty much it. “Circus” has more content. My favorite part is when it pops “I Am the ring leader, I call the shots, I’m like the firecracker, I make it hot“.

The 3rd track “Out From Under“  (by Shelly Peiken, ArnthorBirgisson, & Wayne Hector) is a sad song but I love it.  It’s about unrequited love, what could have been and definitely a breakup song. I was telling my friend last night that it sounded like it was written for both Justin Timberlake and Kevin Federline. She said she felt the same way when she heard it the first time too.

“You keep coming back to tell me, you’re the one who could have been… It was long ago and far away, but it never disappears… I don’t wanna dream about, all the things that never were. And maybe I can live without, when I’m out from under. I don’t wanna feel the pain, What good would it do me now. I’d get it all figured out, When I’m Out from Under”

Tell me that part doesn’t seem like it’s for Justin .

“So let me go, let me fly away. Let me fill this space between us. Growing deeper, and much darker everyday. Watch me now. And I’ll be someone new. My heart will be in broken. It will open up for everyone but you. Even when I crossed the line, it’s like a lie I told a thousand times”

Now tell me that second part doesn’t seem like it’s for Kevin . Accompanied with it’s somber music and Britney’s soft singing voice, you’ll feel apathy and will be able to relate with the song easily. Especially having an idea of what Britney has gone through.

“Kill The Lights” (by Nathaniel Hills, James Washington, Luke, Boyd, & Marcella Araica) did not mince any words. It’s about the paparazzi and tabloids. “Your words don’t stick, I ain’t perfect but you’re not either“. Enough said.

“Shattered Glass” (by Lukasz Gottwald, Claude Kelly and Benjamin Levin) is another one of my favorites. “Was it really worth it, was she everything that you were looking for to feel like a man. I hope you know that you can’t come back. Because what we have is a broken shattered glass.” Then the soft flow to the chorus, “You’re gonna see me in your dreams tonight. My face is gonna hunt you all the time. I promise that you’d come want me back….”. Then you hear the sounds of a broken glass. It’s a nice sound effect actually. It’s not as “dangerous” as it sounds. The music has a beat into it with a mellow sound as well.

“If You Seek Amy” (by Max Martin, Shellback, Savan Kotecha, & Alexander Kronlund) sounds really upbeat which isn’t actually a surprise because it’s written and produced by Max Martin. He and Britney has worked together a lot on Britney’s old albums. Britney is singing “la la la la la la la..” in the beginning with a nice rhythm to it. It’s a very interesting song due to the fact that Britney is asking and singing about a girl named Amy. Or so it seems. It’s almost like a different personality that people love to seek. Celebs these days. They keep introducing their alter-egos. Anyone seen Sasha Fierce lately? Anyhoo, listen to the lyrics carefully and pay attention to the title. To use the word clever is an understatement.

I’m adding “Unusual You” (by Christian Karlsson, Pontus Winnberg, Henrik Jonback & Kasia Livingston) in my favorites too. The sound could definitely be a fit for any episodes of MTV’s reality show lineup or even Gossip Girl. It’s endearing and has a potential for being a theme song for a “life journey” type of show.

“Blur” (by Nathaniel Hills, Stacy Barthe, & Marcella Araica) has potential but it’ll probably get left behind in the album as part of the 12 songs. I said it has potential because the lyrics are actually good.

“MMM Papi” (by Britney Spears, Henry Walter, Adrien Gough, Peter-John Kerr, & Nicole Morier) is cute, fun, and playful. I think the title is a giveaway there. It fits Britney’s goofy personality actually. “Oh Papa Love you, papa love you“.

“Mannequin” (by Britney Spears, Harvey Mason Jr., Rob Knox, & James Fauntleroy II) is the typical upbeat and energetic sound that Britney is known for. It would probably be the next single out because of that. I’m hoping not though because while it’s a good dance club song, I’d rather pick a mellow song like “Out From Under” or “Unusual You” to get the recognition they deserve.

“Lace and Leather” (by Lukasz Gottwald, Benjamin Levin, Frankie Storm, & Ronnie Jackson) has a Las Vegas showgirl kind of style. Pleasure, shows, putting on ‘lace and leather”. Alrighty then. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is her next single too.

I Love “My Baby” (by Britney Spears, Guy Sigsworth). It’s very self explanatory what the song is all about. It’s about Britney’s children, Sean and Jayden. It’s very heartfelt. The melody and music matched Britney’s voice and message. It could almost be a lullaby. Any woman who has children would love this song.

BONUS TRACKS :

“Radar” (by Christian Karlsson, Pontus Winnberg, Henrick Jonback, Malewa Muhammad, Candice Nelson, Ezekiel Lewis, & Patrick “J. Que” Smith) was from Britney’s Blackout album. I don’t know why it’s included in CIRCUS but I’m not complaining since I actually like it.

“Rock Me In” (by Britney Spears, Harvey Mason Jr., Rob Knox, & James Fauntleroy II) is a great song for the clubs. It’s got a chorus you could really get into. It’s a fast tune but if you listen closely you’ll hear an 80’s club vibe into. I like this one as well.

“Phonography“  (by Christian Karlsson, Pontus Winnberg, Henrick Jonback, Malewa Muhammad, Candice Nelson, Ezekiel Lewis, & Patrick “J. Que” Smith) is about being too attached to one’s phone. With the element of a hot guy on the other line. But of course. I’ve never heard of the term actually. Maybe because I’m not that obsessed with phones, heh. The track title has a potential of being on everybody’s mouth if and when Britney releases it as a single with a kickass video to boot.

You can add “CIRCUS” as another hit among Britney’s album collection. True to Britney’s style, the songs are catchy, something to dance to with a few mellow endearing songs. Dubbed as her “comeback” vehicle, it’ll definitely put her back into the high platform she left (not really) in the music business. While her personal life is intoxicatingly chaotic at times for some people, CIRCUS doesn’t miss the beat as well. Having said that, I still think her previous album “Blackout” is by far her best album ever. Circus will probably outsell Blackout though. It’s gearing up to be an instant gold on it’s first week.

So from Pop Music Scene, Welcome Back Brit!

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Like I intimated in my High School Music 3 soundtrack & widget post a few days ago, I’m giving away 2 copies of the HSM 3 soundtrack and 2 posters to 2 lucky winners. 1 copy + 1 poster for each winners.

HSM 3 contest Mechanics :

In the comment box, tell me which of the HSM 3 cast you like the best and why. Make sure to leave a valid e-mail address in the form provided.

Contest ends on November 14th, 11:p9pm. Open to US Residents only. Contest winners will be randomly picked on November 15th and announced at the end of that day.

I’m excited to read all your answers. I myself like Zac Efron. His beautiful eyes are too dreamy . Good Luck and have fun.

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Columbia Records will release two special edition CDs featuring career-spanning repertoire from Celine Dion, the biggest selling female artist of all time.  My Love Essential Collection is a single disc featuring 17 songs, consisting of Celine’s biggest hits, rarities and crowd-pleasers including “I’m Alive”, “Power of the Dream”, the brand-new never-released “There Comes A Time,” and “My Love”.  This track has become a show-stopper every night during Celine’s sold-out World Tour, which is currently in flight across North America.  

The two-disc edition, entitled My Love Ultimate Essential Collection, is a 26 song set, that has been further expanded to include rarities like “(You Make Me Feel Like a) Natural Woman”, “The Prayer” (a duet with Andrea Bocelli) and “Pour que tu m’aimes encore” (the biggest song of Celine’s French career).

Exclusive premiere of the new Celine Dion video “My Love”, available for viewing at www.amazon.com/music.  A live version of the fan favorite “My Love”, written and produced by Linda Perry, will be commercially available on October 28, 2008 as part of Celine Dion’s My Love Essential Collection and My Love Ultimate Essential Collection. 

The My Love Essential Collection  track list after the fold….

Celine Dion – My Love Essential Collection

1.  Where Does My Heart Beat Now

2.  Beauty & The Beast

3. If You Asked Me To

4. The Power of Love

5. My Love (Live Version)

6. Because You Loved Me

7. The Power Of The Dream

8. It’s All Coming Back To Me Now

9. All By Myself

10. My Heart Will Go On

11. I’m Your Angel

12. That’s The Way It Is

13. A New Day Has Come

14. I’m Alive

15. I Drove All Night

16. Taking Chances

17. There Comes A Time

Celine Dion – My Love Ultimate Essential Collection (2 CD set)

Disk 1:

1. Where Does My Heart Beat Now

2. Beauty & The Beast (duet with Peabo Bryson)

3. If You Asked Me To

4. Love Can Move Mountains

5. My Love (Live Version)

6. The Power of love

7. (You Make Me Feel Like a) Natural Woman

8. Because You Loved Me

9. The Power of the Dream

10. It’s All Coming Back to Me Now

11. All By Myself

12.  Pour Que Tu M’aimes Encore

13. Tell Him (duet with Barbra Streisand)

Disk 2:

1. My Heart Will Go On

2. To Love You More

3.  River Deep Mountain High

4.  I’m Your Angel (duet with R. Kelly)

5.  The Prayer (duet with Andrea Bocelli)

6.  That’s the Way It Is

7.  A New Day Has Come (Radio remix)

8.  I’m Alive

9.  I Drove All Night

10. Taking Chances

11. There Comes a Time

12.  Dance With My Father

13. I Knew I Loved You

My Love pre-order links : Single Disc | Double Disc

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But that was years ago. She’s still wearing too much makeup and can still sing her heart out. So what changed? I can’t really explain it. Maybe now that she’s a Mom that I feel something relatable with her. It was last year that I could honestly say was when the time I started tolerating her songs. I could sit in my chair and let the her music play without feeling irritated and not reaching for the remote to change the channel. As a matter of fact, I call her old songs “vintage Christina” and that’s a compliment, trust me .

Better late than never, right? Keeps Gettin’ Better is so catchy I can’t get it out of my head. I love the part where she sings :

some days I’m a Super Bitch
up to my old tricks
but it won’t last forever
next day I’m your Super Girl
out to save the world
and it keeps gettin better

That’s exactly how I (or any woman for that matter) feel sometimes. It’s very relatable and it’s true. Listen to Keeps Getting Better by Christina Aguilera below :

Keeps Getting Better lyrics and album info after the fold…

Keeps Getting Better by Christina Aguilera

step back, gonna come at you fast
I’m driving out of control
and getting ready to crash
won’t stop shaking up what i can
i serve it up in a shot
so suck it down like a man

so baby yes i know what i am
and no i don’t give a damn
and you’ll be lovin it

some days I’m a Super Bitch
up to my old tricks
but it won’t last forever
next day I’m your Super Girl
out to save the world
and it keeps gettin better
kiss kiss gonna tell you right now

i make it sweet on the lips
and simply knock you out
and shut up i don’t care what you say
cause when we’re both in the ring
you’re gonna like it my way

yeah baby there’s a villain in me
so sexy sour and sweet
and you’ll be lovin it

some days I’m a Super Bitch
up to my old tricks
but it won’t last forever
next day I’m your Super Girl
out to save the world
and it keeps gettin better

hold on
it keeps gettin better
hold on
it keeps gettin better

in the blink of an eye
in the speed of light
I’ll hold the universe up
and make your planets collide

when i strap on my boots
and i slip on my suit
you see the vixen in me
becomes an angel for you

some days I’m a Super Bitch
up to my old tricks
but it won’t last forever
next day I’m your Super Girl
out to save the world
and it keeps gettin better

some days I’m a Super Bitch
up to my old tricks
but it won’t last forever
next day I’m your Super Girl
out to save the world
and it keeps gettin better

hold on
it keeps gettin better
hold on
it keeps gettin better

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Keeps Gettin’ Better is one of the 2 new singles off of her Christina Aguilera: Keeps Gettin’ Better – A Decade of Hits album which will exclusively be distributed by Target and Target.com. The greatest hits album won’t be out until November 11th but you can pre-order a copy starting September 30th. Hooray! I might finally own a copy of a Christina Aguilera CD

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The Block by NKOTB is out today. Did you grab you copies yet? Care to try your luck on getting a copy for free? Pop Music Scene is giving away 2 free copies. 2 Winners, 1 of each.

How To Win?

Leave your name, valid e-mail address, favorite NKOTB member and song from their old albums. After 2 weeks I will randomly pick 2 winners. Each winner will get a copy of The Block.

Contests starts today and ends on September 16th, Tuesday 11:59pm, ET. Open to US and Canada residents only.

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Pre-order the upcoming NKOTB album through iTunes :

Standard Edition

Deluxe Edition

“Single“ 

Here is ‘The Block’ tracklist and just in case you haven’t seen it yet, the “Summertime” video.

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