Congrats to AMA Winners!

The AMA's last night were fabulous! There were so many great performances and memorable moments. Congrats to all the winners.

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Taylor Swift (She beat out Michael Jackson!)

POP/ROCK

Favorite Male Artist: Michael Jackson
Favorite Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Favorite Band, Duo or Group: The Black Eyed Peas
Favorite Album: Number Ones, Michael Jackson

COUNTRY
Favorite Male Artist: Keith Urban
Favorite Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Favorite Band, Duo or Group: Rascal Flatts
Favorite Album: Fearless, Taylor Swift

SOUL/RHYTHM & BLUES
Favorite Male Artist: Michael Jackson
Favorite Female Artist: Beyoncé
Favorite Band, Duo or Group: The Black Eyed Peas
Favorite Album: Number Ones, Michael Jackson

RAP/HIP-HOP
Favorite Male Artist: Jay-Z
Favorite Album: Blueprint 3, Jay-Z

ADULT CONTEMPORARY
Favorite Artist: Taylor Swift

LATIN MUSIC
Favorite Artist: Aventura

ALTERNATIVE ROCK MUSIC
Favorite Artist: Green Day

CONTEMPORARY INSPIRATIONAL
Favorite Artist: Mary Mary

SOUNDTRACKS
Favorite Album: Twilight Soundtrack

T-Mobile BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST (ALL GENRES)
Gloriana

New J-Lo Single Hits Internet!

The American Music Awards will air at on ABC this Sunday night, and Jennifer Lopez will be performing! Check out her new single, Louboutins, that has just hit the Internet, and let us know what you think.

Click here to listen! And click here to check out the rest of the AMA lineup!

Photo via [www.jenniferlopez.com]

Janet Opens Up to Robin Roberts About Grief, Future Plans

Janet Jackson's highly anticipated interview with ABC's Robin Roberts revealed a vulnerable side of the singer/actor, and much insight to her relationship with her late brother, Michael Jackson, and how she and her family are coping with the loss. An emotional and "nervous" Janet recounted their growing up together, her own career path, and where she sees herself heading career-wise and personally from here. She was very open to answering all of Roberts' questions, including those about her brother and the circumstances surrounding his death. Here's a clip from Janet Jackson's interview with ABC News' Robin Roberts, in case you missed it.

Ms. Jackson's new CD, Number Ones, is available now; and she will open the American Music Awards November 22. She is also working on a book called True You.

Ma Friends Rock The House at Latin Grammy Awards!

Last night's Latin Grammy performance by Market America friends, Alejandro Sanz and Alicia Keys was nothing short of spectacular! Check out this video of the dynamic duo's performance. Pay extra close attention a few minutes in, and catch a glimpse of Loren, JR, Amber and friends jamming to the music!

Music Free For All!

It's not every day that you can get something for nothing, so when we can; we're giddy as schoolgirls, and eager to spread the wealth. This weeks culprit: Billboard.com is offering free listening parties for this week's new releases...in their entireties! Check it out here, and don't say we never gave you anything ; )

Shakira's Double Life

One of our dearest Market America friends, Shakira, has been making headlines recently with her sexy, new single, She Wolf. In the video, Shaki transforms into a "she wolf", howling at the moon, and dancing seductively in her cage. Shakira is also well known for her sexy belly-dance moves and larger-than life stage performances, but in real life, she's as down to earth as the rest of us. Check out this article from Yahoo, that reveals Shakira's secret identity.

"I used to wear a cap and a big backpack," Shakira explained. "I looked like a boy. I didn't get recognized."

Interesting! It's hard to believe that nobody would recognize the Colombian pop superstar. Read all about it here.

Garth Brooks is Back!

This Thursday, at a press conference in Nashville, Garth Brooks announced that he is coming out of retirement, Billboard announced. The 47-year-old retired in 2000 to spend more time with his three children. Here's a classic Garth Brooks video for you to enjoy as we jump up and down with glee at the announcement. How do you feel about Mr. Brooks? Are you excited about his comeback?

Cryptic Tweet Signals Date for New Rihanna Release!

"The Wait Is Ova. Nov. 23 09."

Whether it's the title for her new single or the beginning of a viral marketing ad campaign, or both; one thing's for sure: Rihanna has sent tongues wagging with the sparse Twitter message featured above.

According to CNN, The only other object fans can mine for clues about the singer's upcoming release is the logo, a metallic nail fashioned into a crudely shaped "R" that has swarmed the Internet.

A new album would also mark the first since Rihanna's very public fight with former boyfriend and R&B singer, Chris Brown. CNN.com said, those who've worked with the star on the record have said to expect something with more ferocity. "Expect an edgier, almost angrier Rihanna on this one," Ne-Yo told E! Online. "Rihanna says some things on this album that you've never heard her say before."


Rumor has it, that this is the cover for the new album. Thoughts?

[Image via: Global Grind]

Rumor Has It

According to PerezHilton.com, Tricky Stewart, the mastermind behind Rihanna's Umbrella and Beyonce's Single Ladies, is working with Christina Aguilera on her upcoming album! Aguilera also collaborated with different artists on the album including M.I.A., Santigold, Sia, Le Tigre, Ladytron and Flo Rida.

[Image Via People.com]

What an Interesting mix! We love the fact that Christina has continued to evolve over the years, and we can't wait to hear what her new material sounds like.

Vintage Lady Gaga Covers Led Zeppelin!

Check out a younger, brunette Lady Gaga covering Led Zeppelin's D'yer Mak'er. How does she compare to the new, avant-garde Lady we know today?