Miguel Arrested for DUI in Los Angeles

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August 15, 2013

by Variance Staff

How many drinks would it take? Well, Miguel has found out firsthand, having been arrested for a DUI on Thursday morning in Los Angeles.

Lady Gaga Losing Pop Battle to Katy Perry's 'Roar,' Encourages Fans to Buy Multiple Copies of 'Applause'

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August 15, 2013

by Variance Staff

It was supposed to be a pop war for the record books. Insiders on Monday predicted Katy Perry and Lady Gaga's new singles could break a digital songs record this week, each surpassing 400,000 by Sunday. But as of Thursday morning, the expectations have changed dramatically.

Kid Cudi to Appear in New Andy Samberg Comedy 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine'

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August 14, 2013

by Variance Staff

Kid Cudi has landed another acting gig. The rap artist is set to appear in the upcoming Fox comedy Brooklyn Nine-Nine, which stars former Saturday Night Live player Andy Samberg.

The Cure Added As Voodoo Experience Headliner

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August 14, 2013

by Variance Staff

This year's Voodoo Experience is likely going to be a memorable one. Festival organizers announced legendary English rock outfit The Cure as a headliner, joining previously announced Pearl Jam and Nine Inch Nails.

Capital Cities: Safe, Sound & Sweeping the Charts Like a Tidal Wave

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August 13, 2013

by Eli Provenzano

Capital Cities are a testament to how influential the Internet can be in terms of connecting music to its audience. Ryan Merchant and Sebu Simonian both caught the music bug at an early age, and never looked back. This indie-pop duo is igniting a dance craze all over the world with their hit single “Safe and Sound,” which is featured on their new album, In a Tidal Wave of Mystery.

Michelle Obama Putting Together Hip-Hop Album

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August 13, 2013

by Variance Staff

Michelle Obama is teaming up with folks like Doug E. Fresh, DMC of Run DMC, Jordin Sparks, Blink-182's Travis Barker and even Dr. Oz to put out a hip-hop album. Yes, it's true.

Phantogram Heading on Tour Ahead of New Album

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August 13, 2013

by Variance Staff

Photo of Phantogram at Governors Ball 2013 by Gabi Porter

Ahead of a forthcoming new record, Phantogram will tour starting in October, the duo confirmed on Tuesday.

The Civil Wars' New Self-Titled Album Debuts at No. 1

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August 13, 2013

by Variance Staff

It's now official. The Civil Wars' new self-titled album has debuted this week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Danny Brown's Forthcoming Album, 'Old,' Pushed to October

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August 12, 2013

by Variance Staff

After threatening to leak his own album, Danny Brown confirmed via Twitter on Monday that his new set, titled Old, has been delayed until October.

Lorde Becomes First Female in 17 Years to Top Alternative Chart

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August 12, 2013

by Variance Staff

On the heels of news that her debut album, which we can now confirm as being titled Pure Heroine, will arrive on Sept. 30, 16-year-old Lorde has become the first female in 17 years to top Billboard's Alternative Songs chart with "Royals."

Mayer Hawthorne Discusses Tour, 'Personal' New Album, Spotify & Detroit's Bankruptcy

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August 12, 2013

by Jonathan Robies

Photo by Steve Jennings

Mayer Hawthorne is easily one of the most underrated musicians of his generation.

NEEDTOBREATHE Announces Fall Tour with Ivan & Alyosha, The Wild Feathers

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August 12, 2013

by Variance Staff

Photo by Eric Ryan Anderson

NEEDTOBREATHE is clearly one of the hardest-working bands in the industry. The South Carolina trio has not only released a new album at least every other year since 2006, but they seem to be constantly touring, between records and in support of them as well.