Author: Hip Online

  • Video: Alicia Keys “Karma”

    We had a few requests for this video from our questions section, but thought it was more fitting to bump it into the video section. Here is the official video from Alicia Keys and the song “Karma”

  • Ludacris’ braids – what happened?

    Q: I loved Ludacris’ braids. They were tight. Do you have photos of him with braids? – Kimmy Chitown, IL A: We did some digging, but it wasn’t too difficult to find. Most people seemed to want to know why he cut the braids. Here is a quote straight from Luda: “The haircut was, quote,…

  • How to Fix the Music Industry v2

    Yes, I like to complain. But only about things I’m passionate about. I went onto NME.com and read that Muse covered the Hendrix version of “The Star Spangled Banner” and Nirvana’s “School” and couldn’t help but wish I could see or hear them. If the music industry was smart they’d have someone recording these cool…

  • YouTube video of Adam Lambert Mad World

    I want to see a good video of Adam Lambert performing “Mad World” on American Idol on youTube but they all suck. Help!! – Sarah – Atlanta, GA Well Sarah, it really isn’t that hard to find. But since you asked here it is–not from YouTube. Although we did love the video of Adam Lambert’s…

  • Video: Godsmack “Cryin Like A Bitch”

    Godsmack has premiered their highly anticipated and MMA driven music video for “Cryin’ Like A Bitch” on Vevo. The video features UFC champions Chuck Liddell, Rashad Evans, Brock Lesner, BJ Penn, and Matt Hughes brutally knocking out the competition and showcasing their raw strength while Godsmack performs the aggressive rock anthem in a warehouse. “Cryin’…

  • Video: Charice “Pyramid”

    Since she was discovered by Oprah’s producers via YouTube in 2007, pint-sized pop phenomenon Charice has been on the fast track to fame. A favorite of the influential talk-show host – who called her one of the most talented girls in the world – Charice just debuted her music video for “Pyramid” on Oprah.com. Watch…

  • Khalil biography

    For some of us, destiny’s pull is too strong to resist. Take 15 year-old Khalil for example. Two years ago, Khalil was a star basketball player at his junior high school who was completely focused on perfecting his b-ball game until his Aunt overheard him singing one day around the house. She was so taken…

  • Aaron Fresh biography

    Raised between America and the island of Trinidad and Tobago, Aaron Fresh is a breath-taking combination of West Indian and American culture. Beginning his love affair with song at an early age, 17-year-old Aaron knew that he wanted to sing by the time he reached seven years old. “I started entering talent shows in middle…

  • American Idol Season 9 album is available now

    “American Idol” continues to rule as television’s ratings champion as the ninth season builds toward its thrilling conclusion. 19 Recordings/RCA Records spotlights this year’s fierce competition with American Idol: Season 9 available May 11 on CD, the new compilation includes performances by 10 of this season’s top contestants. New judge Ellen DeGeneres and the talented…

  • Minus the Bear to release “Omni” and tour dates

    Seattle-based quintet Minus the Bear is thrilled for the upcoming release of their new album, OMNI, out May 4th on Dangerbird Records. To get fans excited for this highly anticipated album, KCRW will stream OMNI in entirety beginning April 19th. Fans can listen on the “Album Preview” page on www.kcrw.com/music/programs/ap. Known for an exhilarating live…