2010

…And The 25 Richest Artists Of 2011 Are….

Forbes has released their ranking of the 25 richest artists of 2011 (based on pre-tax calculations, May 2010-May 2011). Though we don’t think many of these will surprise you, it does reveal the power of great marketing (Justin Bieber) and the price of sex appeal (Rhianna).

Music Video: The Graduate- “Pull Me In”

Watch a new music video from The Graduate below. “Pull Me In” is off their album Only Every Time which was released in 2010.

Music Video: Tila Tequila “Walking On Thin Ice”

“Walking On Thin Ice,” originally sung by Yoko Ono in 1981, was covered by Tila Tequila and is on her 2010 EP, Welcome To The Darkside. Click here to watch the video.

20 Hardest working artists

A list of the 20 hardest working bands of 2010 has been released. The ranking was determined by how many shows each artist performed during the year. Mayday Parade ranked #1 overall in the world, while Two Door Cinema Club ranked #4. Check out the full list of artists here

Demi Lovato is back on track

After sorting out some of her legal issues from 2010, Disney star, Demi Lovato, is recording music once again. Click here for more information.

2010’s Biggest Rap murder-related news

All Hip Hop has the run down of the top murder-related stories that came out of the rap world in 2010. The game has not gone soft if you thought it was before.

The Sound Alarm’s top albums of 2010

Our friends over at The Sound Alarm have been posting their album of the year picks all week. Start here with Editor Kayley Guyette’s choices and see who topped their charts and won their hearts in 2010.

AP takes a look back at 2010

Alternative Press takes a look back in 2010 at the special musicians that we’ve lost over the year. Take a look after the jump. Is there a particular artist that sticks out in your mind?

Review: Mod Sun – Health, Wealth…

To say MOD SUN is changing the way people look at hip hop (or hippy hop as he calls it), would be an understatement. After 2 mixtapes, an EP, and years of time on the road building a fanbase, our new favorite rapper returns with his best release yet. Find out more, after the jump!

Protest The Hero finish album

According to this article, Protest The Hero have finished recording their next album. Expect more details on this release in the near future.

Hit The Lights tour dates

Click through to see if Hit The Lights will be playing near you in December.

H20 and Man Overboard announce shows

H20, Man Overboard, and Wisdom In Chains have announced a string of shows together next month. Check out the dates, after the jump!