Brad Doggett Brings Acoustic Soul to a New Level

So on my hunt for the next great cover, I came across Virginia's own Brad Doggett. Now aside from being absolutely adorable, he's got an amazing voice and strumming skills to boot. So why not end this cover Wednesday marathon (in honor of New Year's Eve) with a rising YouTube star? You never know, you might end up seeing him on bigger screens (or stages) in '09.


"Take a Bow" originally by Rihanna


Wyclef Jean's "Sweetest Girl Remix"


"Nice and Slow" originally by Usher


An unplugged version of Ne-Yo's "Go On Girl"

Beyoncé Gets Patriotic

"Proud to Be an American" originally by Lee Greenwood

OneRepublic Goes Brit Onstage

"Don't Go Away" originally by Oasis


"Bittersweet Symphony orginally by The Verve

Arianna Gives Beyonce a Run for Her Money

Fine, this isn't your typical cover. But little Miss Arianna is hitting every piece of choreography Beyonce throws down. So just this once, let's highlight covers of the dance. Besides she's too cute to ignore.

All-American Rejects Take On Britney's 'Womanizer'

Jordin Sparks and JB's 'Superstitious' Collab

'Lollipop' Meets Indie Rock

Alexandra Burke Woos Brits with 'Hallelujah'

Recent X Factor winner Alexandra Burke wowed audiences with her powerful cover of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" and also smashes the singles chart formally held by fellow winner Leona Lewis and her version of "A Moment Like This." Now the question is will she follow in Leona's footsteps and make waves across the Atlantic as the "Bleeding Heart" songbird did? I guess time will tell. And as for Leona, she's got another hit on her hands topping the charts with yet another cover--Snow Patrol's "Run."

Phantom Planet in Technicolor

The Boss Sings about 'Life Itself'

John Lennon Comes Back for the OLPC

First 'Rehab' and Now 'Emergency Room?'

Is Rihanna trying to tell us something?

Lonely? Go On a Dating Adventure with Danger Radio

C'mon...you know you want to.

Katy Pours Her Heart Out in New Track

In Case You Missed It: Brit & Ellen Caroling

Part 1


Part 2

Mia Rose and Santa Bring Yuletide Cheer

Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas with Martin

Boys Like Girls' frontman Martin Johnson started his own blog and spreads the Christmas cheer with an acoustic cover of "White Christmas."


And this lovely cover of "First Noel" he did with Brent Mulligan -- listen to these two high-pitched voices go.

Merry Christmas, everyone! Hope you open tons of presents, drink lots of hot cocoa or cider and sing loads of carols.

One Night Only Covers The Killers and Showcases a Holiday Track

'Winer Passing' with The Academy Is...

And here's their holiday greeting care of Fueled by Ramen...

AI Alum Carly Smithson Gets in the Studio

Demi Tells It Like It Is

In her new single, "La La Land," Disney breakout Demi Lovato mocks the typical over-the-top superstar ways of today's celebs and does it with some smart sass. And regardless of her squeaky-clean-Mickey-Mouse image, this girl has got one set of pipes and an edge all her own.

Lady Sovereign's 'Got You Dancing'

Nickleback's 'Gotta Be Somebody'

Pendulum Bring a 'Showdown'

'Do Ya' Want McFly for Christmas?

Perry Farrell Sexifies 'Twilight'

Santa Gets Disturbed

Fall Out Boy Spark Impromptu Sing-A-Long

Before the release of their new album, Folie à Deux, Fall Out Boy made a surprise appearance at Washington Square Park on Monday. Opposed the hordes of fans that cause such a ruckus, this performance seemed a bit more civil as you can see above.

Lily Puts Her Spin on 'Womanizer'

She's already added some girly flair to "Oh My God" by the Kaiser Chiefs, but Lily Allen has done it again with Britney's "Womanizer". A more acoustic sound and Lily's distinct British-laced voice, this version may not be the track that'll get you bumping in the club but still sounds pretty good.

Ring the Bells with Lenka

Part of Hotel Cafe's Winter Songs, Lenka wants to bring some Yuletide cheer with this fun song.

The Academy Is... Plays MTV on New Year's Eve

Be Part of the Bigger Picture with MAE

Kanye's Love Letdown on SNL

As great as Kanye's musical evolution is, most of us were disappointed to see such poor performance on SNL last night. Perhaps he's performed it so much that he just couldn't hack it anymore, or maybe Kanye's got a cold. Either way, it's a great song but hopefully Kanye can get his vocal chords up to par again.

Cute Bunny Sings a Holiday Song

So adorable — even if it is in German.

Archie Warms Up Holidays with 'The Christmas Song'

Arctic Monkeys Play Amy and Casablancas

These may not be the freshest covers, but the Arctic Monkeys do a pretty good job on them.


"Take It Or Leave It" - originally by The Strokes


"You Know I'm No Good" - originally by Amy Winehouse

SNL Has Done it Again

With the success of last year's "Dick in a Box", the Lonely Island boys have done it again with this digital short. And of course, JT made a cameo in this one, too. But as good as this video was, not too sure it'll beat this skit with Beyonce, Justin and Paul Rudd.

Miley's 'Fly on the Wall'

Toni Braxton Speaks Out About Autism

Nikka Costa's 'Stuck to You'

Britney Reveals Her Three-Ring 'Circus'

Argyle Sweaters and Acoustic Guitars Make Music for Charity

For more information, visit sensitiveguyswithguitars.com.

Free Show in Brooklyn This Weekend

When: Saturday, Dec. 6 at 9 p.m.
Where: Zebulon, 258 Wythe Ave., Brooklyn
Featuring:
Mighty Fine
The Nouvellas
DJ Mr. Mikey (of Daptone Records)

Lily Allen's 'Fear' Goes to Video

Get into the Holiday Spirit with Cyndi and The Hives

Foo Fighters Channel Carly Simon at 2008 Grammy Nominations

JB Ring the Bells

Fine, this probably should've been posted earlier. Although Thanksgiving was about a week ago, the Jonas Brothers' PSA for the Salvation Army is still pretty relevant as well as a reminder that those red kettles and bells will be on every street corner. So consider yourself forewarned.

'Lhuna' Brings Coldplay and Kylie Together

Brit's Birthday at the Circus

In case you missed it...

Join the YouTube Symphony

What does Lily Allen Fear?

Originally titled "I Don't Know," "The Fear" will be the first single off Lily Allen's sophomore effort, It's Not Me It's You out in Feb. 2009.

She also recently made some noise when she blasted society's obsession with celebrity culture and said "celebrity culture is very healthy for young people at all."

Maybe so, but it's probably one addiction many people may never seek out help for.

Britney Takes the UK by Storm

First a stellar performance at X-Factor.

Then some celebrating at G-A-Y.

Leona Revives Snow Patrol's 'Run'

Ne-Yo's 'Mad'

'Sex Ed' Goes Metal

When Paramore and 'Twilight' Collide

Bamboozle '09 News Brought to Us via ErickWithNoK

Stutters a bit too much, but hey can't blame him for being excited. If you're big on Bamboozle or Bamboozle Left, then stay tuned for the latest.

Justin and Esmee Team Up on New Track

"Follow My Lead" is Justin Timberlake's new track with Dutch songstress Esmee Denters. If you buy the song via JT's MySpace, proceeds go to Shriners Hospitals for Children. So do some good and download this song the right way.

How Far Will Charice Go?

Jesse Says 'It's Over'

Go Pop This Christmas

Only available at Target.

Coldplay and Jay-Z Collab on 'Lost'

Catch Katy Perry Live on YouTube

Gym Class Heroes Go Ninja

Rihanna in 'Rehab'?

Taylor Swift Gets Sugary Sweet with Def Leopard and More

Taylor Swift joins Def Leopard on the band's big hit, "Pour Some Sugar on Me".


Mariah's appearance on Britain's X Factor may have inspired the remaining contestants to remake "Hero" as tribute to the soldiers fighting abroad.


YouTube breakout Olivia Thai channels her inner Jason Mraz on this female version of "I'm Yours".

Is Oasis 'Outta Time'?

Not really, but it's a good song.

Jimmy Eat World Bring Back 'Clarity'

(CREDIT)
To celebrate the 10th year anniversary of "Clarity," Jimmy Eat World will be doing a special 10-city tour and will play the album in its entirety. The tour will start in the Big Apple in Feb. and end in their home state in March. Reuben's Accomplice will open for the band from Feb. 23 to March 4 while No Knife will be the opener for the last leg of the tour.

Feb. 23 - Terminal 5 - New York
Feb. 24 - 930 Club - DC
Feb. 25 - Trocadero Theater - Philadelphia
Feb. 26 - House of Blues - Boston
Feb. 28 - Metro - Chicago
March 2 - Ogden Theatre - Denver
March 4 - The Fillmore - San Francisco
March 5 - Club Nokia - LA
March 6 - House of Blues - San Diego
March 7 - Marquee Theatre - Tempe, AZ

Kanye's Colorful 'Heartless'

The Kills Make 'Tape Song'

Nicole Atkins & the Sea Hit Bowery Ballroom

Nicole Atkins with Salt & Samovar and Nouvellas
When: Nov. 14, 2008, doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: Bowery Ballroom, 6 Delancy Street
Tickets are still available via Ticketmaster or at the door on Friday

Haven't heard of Nicole Atkins? Take a listen...

Island Def Jam Drops Heavy Hitters on First-Time Monday Release

(CREDIT)
For the first time ever, Island Def Jam has decided to release albums on a Monday opposed to the typical Tuesday release dates.

The Killers' Day & Age, Kanye West's 808s & Heartbreak and Ludacris' Theater of the Mind will be released on Monday, Nov. 24, in both physical and digital platforms. With the hype of the three albums and the strength (at least we hope) of post-Thanksgiving shopping, the record label wanted to give this a try in hopes of blowing the competition out of the water.

Not too sure if this plan will work, but I guess we'll just have to wait and see.

JB Pens a Book

No word of a Christmas album, but I wouldn't be surprised if that's in the works.

Scholars and Fellows Make You Want to Listen Again and Again

Want more? Check this out.

Rolling with Mary J. Blige in Chevy

No drama in her life... Mary J. Blige looks back on her musical career as she travels in the new Chevy Traverse—nice touch with "Real Love" in the background.

Rock Band Live Adds Testosterone to Pink

will.i.am is probably celebrating right now. But besides relishing in the Obama win, he found some time to cover "I Like to Move It" by Reel 2 Real for the upcoming Madagascar 2.


T.A.T.U. was featured on last week's Gossip Girl with their version of The Smiths' "How Soon is Now?".


Dashboard Confessional teamed with The Cab and Plain White Ts and put a male spin on Pink's "So What."

David Cook Keeps the 'Light On' in New Video

Kings of Leon 'Use Somebody'

Preview Paramore's 'Decode'

The Academy Is...'About a Girl'

M.I.A.'s New 'Shells'

Looks like she's coming out of retirement...

How Well Do You Know the Stereophonics?

Take this quiz to find out and you may get to see them live (all expenses paid!).

Beatles Game is a Go But Won't Be Another 'Rock Band'

As of 10 a.m. this morning, MTV Networks, Apple Corps Ltd. and Harmonix (the game developer behind Rock Band) announced they will be working on an interactive music video game featuring The Beatles, but will not be another Rock Band.

Details were few and far between, but what we do know is that it'll take the gamer on an interactive journey through the band's musical career. Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Yoko Ono Lennon and Olivia Harrison will participate in the creative process and formation of the game. They hope to release it in late '09, and the game remains nameless as of right now. The companies also didn't reveal if the game would be compatible with the current Rock Band set-up (guitar, mic and drum kit).

For more info on the deal, read this.

Will Gamers Rock Out to Beatles in the Future?

Buzz has been circulating about a Beatles' version of either Guitar Hero or Rock Band since the summer.

According to Billboard earlier this evening, the Beatles' Apple Corps Ltd. and MTV have scheduled a teleconference for tomorrow morning at 10 to announce a developing "global music project." No details have been released about the agreement. But since there have been talks between the two companies for some time now, we may be seeing gamers rock out Beatles-style in the near future

Make' Thriller' History Tomorow

If you're a huge MJ fan, are in the NYC-area and know how to bust groove on "Thriller" then head to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum tomorrow to be part of the largest "Thriller" dance ever. In honor of the album's 25th anniversary, the Michael Jackson Fan Club and other organizers are trying to break the Guinness World Record for the most people doing the "Thriller" dance simultaneously. Located at in the middle of 42nd Street, this is definitely an event that shouldn't be missed.

Here's the info...
Location: Madame Tussauds New York
234 West 42nd Street (b/w 7th & 8th Avenues)
When: TOMORROW, Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: Doors open at 8 a.m., Dance is 10 a.m.
Sign up: get there on time to sign up for the event

And in case you need a refresher course, here's Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo showing their best moves...

Locksley Take to the Streets with Some Covers

Sorry for the lack of lighting, but here's Locksley giving "Oh Girl (I Wanna Be With You) an acoustic spin that wouldn't disappoint the Scorpions.


They also take a crack at the iconic 'Juno' duet by Ellen Page and Michael Cera, "Anyone Else But You"#&8212;originally done by The Moldy Peaches.


The White Tie Affair rocks Lil Wayne's "Got Money" out.


Last May, Ben Kweller serenaded Brooklyn with his rendition of "Today" by the Smashing Pumpkins.

Lily Allen Confirms February Release

(CREDIT)
It's official. It's Not Me, It's You, Lily Allen's sophomore effort, is due out on Feb. 9 in the UK and Feb. 10 in the U.S. Allen took her time working on this album and has had to deal with some heat in the past, but the record looks to be a gem.

Here's the tracklisting (care of NME)
"Everyone's At It"
"The Fear"
"It's Not Fair"
"22"
"I Could Say"
"Go Back To The Start"
"Never Gonna Happen"
"Fuck You"
"Who'd've Known"
"Chinese"
"Him"
"He Wasn't There"

And here's a clip of the video to her new single, "Everyone's At It"...


Although she has plans to tour the U.S. in the spring, there are no set dates as of yet.

Beck's 'Gamma Ray'

Beck never ceases to use that creativity. In this video, Beck enlists actress Chloe Sevigny as the video's muse. Made up into various characters and in some interesting outfits, this some great eye candy and an amazing track to boot.

Usher Premieres 'Hush' & Calls Youth to Action

Help Jennifer Hudson Find Her Nephew

Read more here.

Another Charice Endorsement by David Foster

To see the rest of Charice's performances at the Carousel of Hope Ball on Oct. 25, click here.

Post Your Best Usher Rendition and Meet Him in Person!

Visit Sony Ericsson's You Tube channel for details on how to enter.

Happy Halloween from PATD

**Sorry for the lack of postage. I've been covering the 2008 CMJ Music Marathon. I'll post coverage of that soon.**

JB Channels the Past in 'Love Bug'

Snow Patrol "Take Back the City"

'Daylight'

One Lucky 'Birthday Girl'

"Birthday Girl" by The Roots feat. Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy

Catch 'The Secret Life of Bees' This Weekend

Opening on Friday, Queen Latifah, Alicia Keys and Jennifer Hudson will appear together for the first time onscreen. You know you don't want to miss it.

Tyler Hilton Plays Kings of Leon

Tyler Hilton covers "Use Somebody" by Kings of Leon.


Panic at the Disco channels The Temptations with their cover of "Shout" on the Rock Band Live tour.


Avril Lavigne's rendition of "Fuel", which was originally done by Metallica.

An Inside Look at the Gym Class Heroes

Click here for more exclusive video from Soundcheck.

Aesop Rock Reveals Weathermen

A Taste of 'Love Bug'

The video premieres everywhere on Oct. 19.

John Legend & Raphael Saadiq Go on Tour

With Evolver out in stores on Oct. 28, John Legend will be hitting the road to show everyone that he's still got the music in him. Raphael Saadiq will be joining him on tour starting Nov. 19, and the duo will play 13 cities, including two nights in Montclair, N.J.

Nov. 19 - Northrop Auditorium - Minneapolis
Nov. 20 - Chicago Theatre - Chicago
Nov. 24 - Wharton Center For Performing Arts - East Lansing, Mich.
Nov. 26 - Masonic Temple Theatre - Detroit
Nov. 28 - Roy Thompson Hall - Toronto
Nov. 29 & Dec. 1 - Wellmont Theatre - Montclair, N.J.
Dec. 2 - Orpheum Theatre - Boston
Dec. 5 - Tower Theater - Philadelphia
Dec. 8 - Lyric Opera House - Baltimore
Dec. 9 - Constitution Hall - DC
Dec. 10 - Peace Center - Greenville, S.C.
Dec. 12 - Ovens Auditorium - Charlotte, N.C.
Dec. 13 - Durham Performing Arts Center - Durham, N.C.

Lady GaGa Gets Beautiful Dirty Rich

Beyoncé Covers Her Bases

Normally you'll get one single flowing through the radio waves, but not Beyoncé. She's decided to hit everyone with not one, but two songs, and with music videos to boot. Although their both ladies' anthems, I'm sure the guys will still be grooving to them, too. (Thanks to sheisbeyonce for the videos.)


"Single Ladies"


"If I Were a Boy"

Kick off CMJ '08 at SOB's

(Credit)
Tickets available on Ticketweb.

Inside the Diesel XXX Party

Brooklyn's Pier 13 was a three-ring circus (literally) last night when Diesel celebrated its 30th birthday. Filled with celebs, musicians, artists, fashionistas and locals, the sounds were blasting through the speakers and the liquor was flowing. Rope acrobats and other sideshow entertainment added to the fun, but Diesel didn't stop there. Aside from performing their own sets, Hot Chip shared the stage with Chaka Kahn, T.I. collaborated with MIA and Franz Ferdinand and MIA and N*E*R*D grooved to their own addictive beats. It was so explosive that the NYC Fire Department also made an appearance.

UK import Hot Chip bring their experimental electronic dance pop sound to Dumbo.


Chaka Kahn joins the guys onstage and added flair to the set.
She gets every lady on her feet with "I'm Ever Woman".

T.I. brings 'em out.

Franz Ferdinand back T.I. up on "Live Your Life".
The firemen stopped the party for a bit and did some crowd control.
But no worries the Scots rocked their set soon after.
And the crowd surfing begins...


MIA drives the crowd mad—looks like she came out of retirement, even for at least one night.
The beat's so infectious she can't help but shake her bump.
N*E*R*D join the fun on stage.
Pharrell's appearance also gets the crowd jumping.

No one could avoid taking pics on the purple carpet.

Want to see the action? Visit Diesel.com to watch the live performances.