Metallica Launches Its Own Label
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Phillip Phillips Plots Headlining Tour
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Rihanna Scores First #1 Album
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Adele Nabs Diamond Award With 21   [more]

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Jane's Addiction Eyeing Conceptual LP
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Ke$ha Talks Inspiration For New Album And Book
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