Posts Tagged ‘T.I.’

08 Dec. 2009

Billboard releases list of one-hit wonders of the decade


  One-hit wonders–the most dreaded title musicians aim to avoid. Unfortunately, it’s inevitable that a number of over-played songs on the radio today, will be condemned to that damning category. As we close out on the first decade of the new millennium, Billboardhas compiled a list of the top one-hit wonders from the last 10 years. The …

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20 Feb. 2009

Music News: Flo Rida, T.I. lead U.S. singles chart


Rapper Flo Rida logged his second No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart Thursday after his new tune “Right Round” surged 57 places. “Right Round” samples Dead or Alive‘s “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record),” which hit No. 11 in August 1985. Flo Rida was previously at No. 1 with “Low,” the longest-running chart-topper of 2008 with 10 weeks …

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19 Feb. 2009

Artist Tour Info: T.I. maps his last dates for a while


  Rapper T.I. [ tickets ] has lined up what could be his last live dates for quite some time as he continues to work on the follow-up to last year’s blockbuster “Paper Trail.” The performer–who is due to enter prison next month to begin serving a one-year sentence for felony weapons possession–will fit in a few shows before he …

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09 Feb. 2009

Music News: T.I. talks about reality show, facing prison


Musically, T.I.’s has had nothing but success lately. His latest CD, “Paper Trail,” hit No. 1 on the Billboard charts, and was accompanied by two No. 1 singles to match that. He’s also won a number of awards — including a Grammy this month. But the rapper also has a big challenge on the horizon. …

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09 Feb. 2009

2009 Grammy Performances & Highlights – Hours 3 & 4


Yes.  Hours 3 & 4.  This show is WAY too long.  While there were a few highlights, in no way did this broadcast merit the 3.5 hours of prime time space that it got.  All in all, I didn’t think there were too many surprises, and no major issues with the show.  Best Male Pop Vocal Tough category.  John Mayer, …

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09 Feb. 2009

2009 Grammy Performances & Highlights – Hour 2


  Hour 2 kicked off with Jennifer Hudson.    This girl has some major pipes.  She is a primary reason that I love American Idol.  If she doesn’t make you a believer, no one will.  I couldn’t help but feeling a little emotional as she finished her performance.  She is a class act and a survivor.  …

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31 Oct. 2008

Music News: T.I. and Beyonce Take the Top of the Singles Chart


  Rapper T.I. claimed the top two spots on Billboard’s Hot 100 singles chart for a second week on Thursday, while R&B singer Beyonce surged to No. 3 with her 10th top 10 solo single as a solo artist. T.I.’s “Whatever You Like” was No. 1 for a seventh non-consecutive week, while “Live You Life” featuring Rihanna …

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