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Single "Over My Head (Cable Car)" from album "How to Save a Life" (2005)
Kris Allen Works With Joe King of The Fray for Debut Album
June 23, 2009 01:06:16While his fellow "American Idol" alum Adam Lambert gets helping hands from RedOne for his post-Idol album, Kris Allen has The Fray's guitarist Joe King on his team for his debut effort. "I'm literally in the studio mixing the rough demo right now," Joe told MTV during a phone interview. "It doesn't have a title yet. It doesn't even have lyrics - but there is a lot of gibberish."
Explaining further about how the recording process is going on so far, Joe said, "It was a very good vibe in the studio." He added, "There was no pressure - we just had breakfast, got to know each other. It was all very organic after that."
The Fray's 'Never Say Never' Music Video Premiere
April 18, 2009 02:04:06A music video in support of The Fray's single called "Never Say Never" has been released. Directed by Ace Norton, it follows the band's frontman Isaac Slade when he walks through a chaotic town where people run and scream in fright.
Police are seen everywhere, trying to figure out what is going on when something, which is supposed to be a bomb, hits the ground, causing huge blast and fire all over the place. Nearing the end of the video, Isaac runs into a girl he knows. While they are sitting on the hood of a car, another explosion comes and they are all gone.
Black Eyed Peas, Jonas Brothers and More Tapped for NBC's 'Today' Concert Series
April 03, 2009 11:04:23Black Eyed Peas and Jonas Brothers are among big groups recruited to entertain concertgoers at 2009 "Toyota Concert Series on Today". will.i.am and friends will be singing on June 12, while the Jonas boys are set to perform on June 19.
Other performers include No Doubt, Jennifer Hudson, Flo Rida, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, The All-American Rejects and many more. The Gwen Stefani-fronted band will kick off the annual concert series on May 1, while the others will be making a live appearance on the following days.
Video Premiere: The Fray's 'You Found Me'
December 11, 2008 10:12:43After a version with "Lost" season 5 attached to it, The Fray release a music video for "You Found Me" that is solely theirs. The song is the first single lifted from their upcoming self-titled album which is due February 3.
The video was shot with Josh Forbes as the director, and premiered on Tuesday, December 9 on VH1. If the one with "Lost" promo captures them singing the song live in the studio, this one shows them in graphic scenes including that in a train.
The Fray's 'You Found Me' Music Video for 'Lost' Season 5
November 21, 2008 04:11:52Debuted November 20 during the airing of "Grey's Anatomy" is the promo video of "Lost" that features the new single from The Fray. The video that is produced by ABC and Epic Records combines exclusive scenes from the upcoming fifth season of the drama thriller series plus the band's live performance footage on "You Found Me".
Rooting from their successful debut album "How to Save a Life" (2005), The Fray will drop their self-titled sophomore effort on February 3, 2009 with "You Found Me" as the lead single. "The record definitely has some isolation and loneliness rolled into the fabric of the sound and lyrics," frontman Isaac Slade explains. "We'd been gone from our family and friends for more time than we'd been home. You start to lose sight of priorities and lose sight of balance and you don't really have the luxury of a routine. When that happens, naturally it comes out in the music."
A Short Promo of 'Lost' Season 5 Attached With The Fray's 'You Found Me'
November 18, 2008 11:11:49ABC has released a 17-second preview of "Lost" season 5 that is attached with a snippet of The Fray's new single, "You Found Me". The newly released footage is outed ahead of the longer one which will be played during the airing of "Grey's Anatomy" episode 5.09 on November 20.
"Lost" will only hit the screen again on January 21, 2009 but the November 20 footage will include some scenes from the new season plus give a sneak peek to the first single from The Fray's self-titled sophomore album which will drop February 3, 2009. The footage also provides as a preview for the longer music video that combines more of the scenes and live band performance footage from "You Found Me".
EXCLUSIVE: Sneak Peek of The Fray's New Single 'You Found Me'
November 15, 2008 08:11:07A brand new song "You Found Me" from The Fray has been unveiled through a 40-second video snippet. Featuring two of the band's members in the studio strumming their drums and guitar, the video gives out a preview of the song's instrumental sounds.
"You Found Me" is confirmed to appear as the band's first single off their self-titled sophomore studio album which is set for U.S. release on February 3, 2009. The song will be able for stream on their official website starting at 10. P.M. Thursday, November 20. On November 23, they will perform the new song live for the first time at 2008 American Music Awards which show airs on ABC starting at 8 P.M. EST.
Now Vol. 24 Is Coming Out Soon!
March 23, 2007 03:03:29
Now 24 is back with a string of popular hits. The release date is set for March 27 and be sure to grab a copy in the nearest store.
In its 24th edition, the US series compilation will feature songs by new artists such as Lloyd, Ciara and Lily Allen until the chart-topping musicians such as Beyonce Knowles, Stacy Ferguson, Akon and Nelly Furtado. There will also be scores from bands like Nickelback, The Fray and The All-American Rejects.
Twelfth Week's Top 10 UK Singles in 2007
March 21, 2007 10:03:32
The collaboration between Girls Aloud and Sugababes has shown a good result. Dubbed "Girls Aloud vs. Sugababes", they cover Aerosmith's "Walk This Way" that immediately goes #1 in UK Singles chart in the first week. It becomes Girls Aloud's third British #1 and the band's 15th successive top ten single.
At No. 2 Gwen Stefani's "The Sweet Escape" featuring Akon still maintains its last week's position. Following behind is another newcomer in the chart and the official song for Comic Relief 2007, "(I'm Gonna Be) 500 Miles" by the Scottish band The Proclaimers that collaborates with comedians Peter Kay and Matt Lucas.
UK Single Chart Occupants on March 11, 2007
March 13, 2007 11:03:27
For two weeks in a row, Take That's "Shine" holds the position of #1 in UK singles chart. At the same time the band's second single "Patience" is still holding on its right in Top 40 at No. 20, while the album "Beautiful World" also reigns #3 in UK album chart.
Following behind "Shine" is Gwen Stefani's "The Sweet Escape" featuring Akon. In its seventh week, it sat at #3 last week. Kaiser Chiefs' "Ruby" that falls 2-3 this week then fills in the spot. Triggered by the release of CD single version last week, Justin Timberlake's "What Goes Around Comes Around" moves up 10-4 this week.
UK Single Chart Position for March 4, 2007
March 06, 2007 04:03:05
Success entails the reunion of Take That members as the single "Shine" illuminates brightly at the top position of UK Chart on March 4, 2007. It becomes the band's second #1 single from the album "Beautiful World" and consequently, the tenth in their entire music career as a band. With such record, the band breaks the tie to Spice Girls and ABBA that both hold 9 counts
Previously sitting at No. 10, the climb of "Shine" has replaced "Ruby" by Kaiser Chiefs that now positions itself at no. 2. Coming in at no. 3 is Gwen Stefani featuring Akon that rises steadily from no. 7 through the single "The Sweet Escape". Taking a little plunge from no. 2 to No. 4 is the newcomer Mika with his song "Grace Kelly".
10 Best Bows in Billboard Hot 100 Singles Charts January 18, 2007
January 19, 2007 11:01:07
It really is girl power that works within these recent weeks. One typical case is that of Beyonce Knowles. The singer has her single "Irreplaceable" leads the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart Thursday January 18th. This marks the song's seventh consecutive week on that No. 1 spot, ties with Justin Timberlake's "SexyBack" as the longest running No. 1 among the songs that moved into first place in 2006.
Next we have Akon's "I Wanna Love You" and Stacy Ferguson's "Fergalicious" which both remain at 2nd and 3rd spots respectively. Meanwhile, Nelly Furtado's "Say It Right" climbs one to No. 4, switching places with Akon's "Smack That" featuring Eminem which secures the 5th spot. Jim Jones' "We Fly High" jumps two to No. 6, followed right after by The Fray's "How To Save a Life" at No. 7.
The Best Singles on the US Chart for the Week Ended Dec 7th
December 08, 2006 11:12:42
It's over for Akon. The Grammy Award nominated Hip-Hop and R&B singer no longer rules the US singles chart as Beyonce Knowles' "Irreplaceable" takes away the top spot from him in the week ended Thursday Dec 7th.
The success of the song to reign the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 marks Beyonce's fourth solo No. 1, while also makes her the second artist to have two No. 1 hits in 2006, placing him just behind Justin Timberlake who is the 1st with "SexyBack" and "My Love." Beyonce's other single that makes the top spot on the chart is "Check On It" which ruled for five weeks in February-March.
Big Winners at the 2006 Billboard Music Awards
December 05, 2006 12:12:10
It is reported earlier on our site that Mary J. Blige wins the R&B/Hip-Hop Artist Of The Year honor at this year annual Billboard Music Awards. It has been confirmed just now that the R&B star earns nine awards totally, thanks to her comeback album, "The Breakthrough," that brings her some other awards for Female R&B Artist Of The Year and R&B/Hip-Hop Album Of The Year just to name a few.
Also bring multiple honors is rapper T.I. who brings home the awards for Rap Artist Of The Year, Rap Album Artist Of The Year, Rap Songs Artist Of The Year, and Rap Album Of The Year for "King." R&B star Chris Brown wins the award for Artist Of The Year, while at the same time also is named New Artist Of The Year and Male Artist Of The Year.
Top 10 Singles on the Billboard Hot 100
December 01, 2006 01:12:04
R&B star Akon is still dominating the US singles charts, having his track "I Wanna Love You" featuring Snoop Dogg scores the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for a second week in a row. Aside, his other single titled "Smack That" unfortunately slips one to No. 3, trading place with Beyonce Knowles' "Irreplaceable" which is at 2nd this week.
Former chart-topper, Justin Timberlake's "My Life", holds steady at No. 4, while The Fray's "How To Save a Life" climbs three to No. 5. Hinder's "Lips of an Angel" is still at No. 6 and Gwen Stefani's "Wind It Up" bounces into the top ten at No. 7. Ludacris' "Money Maker" drops to No. 8 on the Hot 100, while Snow Patrol's "Chasing Cars," stays at No. 9. Stacy Ferguson rounds out the top tier on the Billboard Hot 100 with "Fergalicious," at No. 10.
The Top 10 Singles in the United States
November 25, 2006 01:11:39
R&B artist Akon scores a new record. The singer from Senegal has his first No. 1 hit on the Hot 100 this week as his single "I Wanna Love You" featuring Snoop Dogg bounces 16 places from last week position, to directly become the No. 1 track on the chart. His other song, "Smack That" featuring Eminem, holds at No. 2 on the chart as well.
On top of all, Akon's latest effort "Konvicted" opened at No. 2 on The Billboard 200 for the week ended Nov 22nd, selling 284,000 copies in its first week of release. With such record on the single charts, it is safe to say we can expect Akon's LP will climb up to number one next week. On the Hot 100, Beyonce Knowles' "Irreplaceable" climbs one to No. 3, followed after by Justin Timberlake's "My Love" at No. 4.
The Billboard Hot 100 Singles Charts Nov 16th
November 18, 2006 01:11:05
Justin Timberlake is doing pretty good in resurrecting her singing career in the world's music industry. The pop singer has his two singles, namely "My Love" and "Sexy Back", reign the Billboard Hot 100 Singles charts for the week ended Thursday November 16th.
The track "My Love" featuring T.I. is on the very top spot of the charts, marking its third week on the same position. Meanwhile, "Sexy Back" falls three from last week's position to No. 10. Come second on the charts is Akon's "Smack That", followed after by Stacy Ferguson's "Fergalicious" at the 3rd spot. Beyonce Knowles, meanwhile, bounces four places to No. 4 with her single "Irreplaceable". Finishing the Top 5 is rock band Hinder's "Lips of An Angel".
The 2006 Billboard Music Awards Performers
November 15, 2006 09:11:38
The award season is near, and coming on its way is the 2006 Billboard Music Awards. While a host for the event has yet been announced, it has been confirmed that the likes of Gwen Stefani, Ludacris, The Fray and Mary J. Blige will perform at the awards, which will air live on Fox on December 4.
Previously announced performers including Janet Jackson, Stacy Ferguson, and The Killers. Others set to make appearances at the Las Vegas awards show are Bowling For Soup, Carrie Underwood, Carmen Electra, Dave Navarro, Flavor Flav, Three 6 Mafia, Vanessa Minnillo and the cast of "High School Musical".
The Billboard Hot 100 Chart-Toppers
July 14, 2006 03:07:12
Nelly Furtado's "Promiscuous" holds the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for the third consecutive week. On top of that the track also is the chart's greatest airplay gainer and remains atop the Pop 100 and Hot Digital Songs charts for a third frame each.
Back then to the Hot 100, Gnarls Barkley's "Crazy" secures the 2nd place, just one place ahead of Cassie's "Me & U" which moves up one place from last week position to No. 3. Shakira's "Hips Don't Lie", in the meantime, falls two places to No. 4, followed after by Yung Joc's "It's Goin' Down" at No. 5.
The Billboard Hot 100 Holdovers
May 19, 2006 10:05:10
The chart-topper on the Billboard Hot 100 for the week ended Thursday May 18th, 2006 is still Rihanna, thus marking the R&B singer's "SOS" to be on top of the chart for a third week. Following close behind at No. 2 is Daniel Powter's former chart-topper "Bad Day."
Chamillionaire's "Ridin"' ups one place to be at No. 3, while Sean Paul's "Temperature" slips one to No. 4, both of which switch position. Hold strong at No. 5 on the chart is Fort Minor's "Where'd You Go", ahead of Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Dani California" which rises two places to No. 6.
The Billboard Hot 100
May 12, 2006 10:05:09
The Billboard Hot 100 for the week ended Thursday May 11th, 2006 is still being dominated by R&B singer Rihanna's "SOS". This is the second week in a row that the singer leads the charts, while Canadian singer/songwriter Daniel Powter holds strong his 2nd position with his former chart-topper, "Bad Day."
In the meantime, Sean Paul's "Temperature" and Chamillionaire's "Ridin"' both are still in the same position No. 3 and 4 subsequently. Cling at No. 5 is Fort Minor's "Where'd You Go", and at No. 6 is rapper T.I.'s "What You Know". Rounding out the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 is Nick Lachey's "What's Left of Me" at No. 7, Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Dani California" at No. 8, The Fray's "Over My Head (Cable Car)" at No. 9, and Bubba Sparxxx' "Ms. New Booty" at No. 10.
