#TaniaOnTheScene I hit Bryant Park, NYC to talk to Vin Keatin about his music, where he’s headed, and where he’s been. If you haven’t heard his voice, you should definitely take a listen.

When in Jersey, they "pound the ground," that's according to a new viral 'Steve Stylez' dance video.

Just in time for the Season 5 premiere of MTV's monster hit the "Jersey Shore," a new viral music video is not only generating plenty of buzz, but a new dance craze.

"The Fist Pump Song" produced by New Jersey native Steve Stylez, calls on guidos and honorary guidos to "pound the ground, stomp that beat" and of course "fist pump."

The catchy dance tune - a clear byproduct of the "Jersey Shore" reality phenomena - demonstrates that you don't necessarily have to smush or be "DTF" to have a good time down at the shore. (Yea, we're talking to you Snooki.)

Check out the video and tell us what you think...

Dear Lupe Fiasco,

My name is Sebastian Force, and I was a huge fan. I don’t know whether or not I was your biggest, but there was a long time where only Lupe Fiasco played in my stereo. Look, you know how open letters go, you know this is a criticism. However, I feel I still have to explain and justify my words first.

Like most people, I heard Food & Liquor and became an instant fan. When you started, there was nobody like you, and especially nobody like you getting airtime. Anywhere. Where Kanye West rapped more eloquently, you took rap and brought it to a level that all the kids that felt under-appreciated by their own music, their own pastime, and brought it onto to their (our) level. Verses with Sonic the Hedgehog, Lupin the Third, and Dragonball Z references? This is what every semi-smart kid who listened to rap music was pining for back when the Cash Money Millionaires were talking about needing a “Project Chick.” That doesn’t even count the new fans you brought in. Tons of people said, “I don’t like rap, but I love Lupe.”

That’s why you were called “Hip-Hop’s next Vanguard.”

It’s that time of year again… when the elite committee known as The Recording Academy tells us who they think contributed pure awesomeness to the year in music with their announcement of the Grammy Award nominations. As every fan and artist knows, some years the academy hits it right on the head. But then, there are the other years – which some would say are most years – when the academy sounds a little more like their own prestigious award – a grammy… an old, out of touch, confused lady who scares off the neighborhood kids by throwing cats at them.

Remember when T-Pain started? It was the first time we’d heard the auto-tune effect in a while, and “I’m Sprung” and “I’m N Luv (Wit A Stripper)” were playing on the radio everywhere. But, as it always happens whenever something is popular in rap music, everybody started using auto-tune, and way before Kanye West put out 808’s & Heartbreak, we were already exhausted of it.

I know personally, if I ever heard it, I would automatically skip the song or change the station. That’s how much my hatred of auto-tune grew.

I know some people have been talking a lot about Childish Gambino, but you still barely hear him played on the radio and there are so many people that still haven’t heard about him. Childish Gambino is the rap name of Donald Glover, who pretty much does everything.

He is a comedian, writes for 30 Rock, plays Troy Barnes in Community, and does the Derrick Comedy project on Youtube. He’s pretty much everywhere now, and yet rapping has become his signature forte.

While CG has had a lot of music, Camp is his first full studio album. I will admit, his mixtapes started off pretty bad, but he got so much better so quickly. The difference between the two “I Am Just a Rapper” mixtapes of 2010 (which I thought were mostly pretty awful) to mid 2010’s Culdesac was phenomenal. Culdesac had flaws, but showed so much promise. From the fantastic “Hero”, to the awesome beat behind “Let Me Dope You”, the list of great songs far outweighs the bad ones. But there are bad ones.

Move over Suri, take a hike Maddox... there's a new celebrity baby in town - and he/she is not even born yet!

Beyonce and Jay-Z's baby-to-be is creating more buzz than any hurricane, celebrity break-up or fallen starlet has ever mustered up in recent memory.

Is anyone really surprised? When the world first came to grips with the baby bump bombshell revealed at Sunday's VMAs, the world's most famous fetus nearly crashed Twitter.

Ah... there's nothing like investigative journalism, especially when dealing with a case so trivial yet so hilarious.

During Lil' Wayne's show-closing performance at Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards, viewers (namely fans on Twitter) were more focused on Weezy's leopard print bottoms rather than the actual show itself. I mean, to be honest, I personally was left unnerved by the bold ensemble.

While many tweeted countless wise cracks and jabs (MY FAVORITE HERE) ... the New York-based women's clothing company Tripp NYC wasted no time in claiming responsibility for the skin-tight monstrosity.

Chris Brown danced his skinny jeans off, flew over the audience and did some impressive lip synching at Sunday night's MTV Video Music Awards ... but it apparently wasn't enough to impress Jay-Z.

MTV cameras caught a very subdued Jay as he remained still and visibly uninterested throughout Breezy's exhilarating performance where he danced to what appeared to be his own custom version of the evolution of dance.

A day later, many are speculating why...

Eminem and Jay-Z perform at a DJ Hero promotional event in 2009.

Jay-Z and Kanye West are phenomenal artists. They’ve both made more money than nearly every other rapper in the industry. They both have made classics, and together they probably will make a great record. But it wont be anywhere near as good as Bad vs. Evil is, and here’s why ...

With every artist that you know as a “great” you can pinpoint exactly why they are great and why you listen to them. But honestly, that’s not the case with J. Cole. You can say “skill” and “flow” but aren’t those really just buzzwords? They don’t seem to really describe him accurately. What's the real reason why Jay-Z took him under his wing and what was so great about three mixtapes that turned him into a massive success?

Drake's song Marvin's Room has a clear story. We all know that it's supposed to be about him wasted alone at the club trying to find a girl to go home with, even though the one he does eventually call won't accept his advances.

This is one of the few songs that has "worked" for Drake in my opinion and hinges on one key factor: This time, Drake is supposed to be wasted.

CHECK THIS OUT LITTLE MONSTERS!!!

Here it is... the new Duran Duran single, "All You Need Is Now"...

Let us know what you think.... I love it!!! If you do too, you can get it on iTunes Wednesday, December 8th.

I'm usually not one for Christmas music... but Coldplay has done it right. It almost brings a tear to my eye. Check out "Christmas Lights" below...

It's the news I've been waiting for... Duran Duran will release its 13 studio album, "All You Need Is Now", on December 21st. At first, the album will only be a digital release... the physical version of the cd hits stores in February. Now that's a smart move... get fans to buy the thing twice, I know I will. Check out a preview of "Being Followed" below.... Oh yeah get ready for a tour as well.

Monday, November 1st

Eve 6 - Mercury Lounge

Tuesday, November 2nd

The Black Crowes - Best Buy Theater
Florence & The Machine - Terminal 5
The Robert Cray Band - StageOne

***Weezer - "Pinkerton" - Deluxe Edition (The album that started the emo craze!)
***Weezer - "Death To False Metal" (Rare and unreleased tracks)
***Elvis Costello - "National Ransom" (Never puts out a clunker)
***Keith Richards - "Vintage Vinos" (Hey, it's Keith Richars...enough said)
***Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax - "The Big 4: Live From Sofia, Bulgaria" (DVD) (Metal Lives)

After generating buzz not seen since... I don't know ... since chocolate milk, Willow Smith finally releases her music video for "Whip My Hair."

The 9-year-old (yes, she's only 9 years old!!!) is the daughter of Hollywood power couple Will Smith and Jada Pinkett.

The video, which features the uber trendy and fashion conscious Willow sporting a variety of Lady Gaga-esque hair-do's, is already making its rounds on the web.

I guarantee the contagious "Whip My Hair" will get stuck in your head all day - and also make you feel incredibly lazy. What the hell were you doing when you were 9-years-old?

WATCH WILLOW SMITH'S "WHIP MY HAIR" MUSIC VIDEO

***Kings Of Leon - Come Around Sundown
***Liz Phair - Funstyle
Sugarland - The Incredible Machine

In 1952, Hank Williams married his second wife, Billie Jean Jones, in Minden, Louisiana.
The next day, they repeated their vows twice at two shows for concert-goers in New Orleans.

In 1966, the Jimi Hendrix Experience made its debut in Paris.

In 1968, Bob Wills was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Also in 1968, John Lennon was arrested in Ringo Starr's London apartment for pot possession. The arrest became the basis for a battle by U.S. immigration officials who wanted to deport Lennon.

Drake brought down the house during a two-day sold out stint at Radio City Music Hall in New York. (wesleyverhoeve via Twitpic / September 28, 2010)

He was once told that music was not his calling, but Aubrey Drake Graham - nowadays known simply as Drake - has managed to prove all his naysayers wrong.

As he kicked off a 2-day, sold out stint at Radio City Music Hall, Drizzy Drake walked out onto the iconic stage into a spotlight, informing the crowd on where he's from and what he represents.

"I'm from Toronto and I'm representing for Young Money," he proclaimed to a sea of fans that responded with screams, cheers and flash bulbs.

Serj Tankian - Imperfect Harmonies
John Legend & The Roots - Wake Up!
Maroon 5 - Hands All Over
Santana - Guitar Heaven: The Greatest Guitar Classics of All Time

John Legend & The Roots - Terminal 5
B Street Band: A Tribute To Bruce Springsteen - B.B. King's
Pavement - Central Park Summerstage
Ra Ra Riot - Music Hall Of Williamsburg

In 1969, the "Paul is Dead" rumor began with a story in the Illinois University newspaper with the headline, "Clues Hint At Beatle Death."

In 1974, Robbie McIntosh, drummer with the Average White Band, died of a heroin overdose in Los Angeles. He had ingested the drug at a party, thinking it was cocaine.

In 1998, White Zombie announced its breakup.

In 1964, The Beatles completed their first official U.S. tour by performing a benefit concert. The band also made another appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show."

In 1966, George Harrison traveled to India for his first meeting with the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

In 1955, Little Richard recorded "Tutti Frutti."

In 1968, Pete Townshend of The Who announced his plans to write
a rock opera called "Tommy" about a "deaf, dumb and blind boy."

In 1965, John Lennon, Yoko Ono and the Plastic Ono Band played their first gig, in Toronto.

In 1974, Stevie Wonder began his first U.S. tour since a near-fatal car accident, performing on Long Island, New York.

In 1977, conductor Leopold Stokowski died in Hampshire, England, at age 95.

This is some of the best news all day. Jay Kay is a back and has never sounded better. Tour to follow new cd release. Get ready to get your groove on!!! :-)

***Linkin Park - "A Thousand Suns"
***Weezer - "Hurley"
***Robert Plant - "Band Of Joy"
Brandon Flowers - "Flamingo" (Killers Frontman)
Sully Erna - "Avalon" (Godsmack Frontman)

Jay-Z, Eminem - Yankee Stadium
Green Day, Slash, Pussycat Dolls - New Meadowlands Stadium (Jets Game)
Jerry Lee Lewis - B.B. King Blues Club

Video of the year: Lady Gaga, "Bad Romance"
Male video: Eminem, "Not Afraid"
Female video: Lady Gaga, "Bad Romance"
New artist: Justin Bieber featuring Ludacris, "Baby"
Collaboration: Lady Gaga featuring Beyonce, "Telephone"

Every year MTV announces that this is the greatest VMA's ever... and every year I keep asking myself, they can't be serious? The MTV Video Music Awards are a joke and here are the reasons why.

Kele - Webster Hall
Fishbone - The Studio at Webster Hall
James Otto - Joe's Pub
Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin - Bowery Ballroom

In 1962, "Monster Mash" by Bobby "Boris" Pickett made its debut on the charts.

In 1977, musician Jimmy McColloch left Wings to join the re-formed lineup of Small Faces.

***Stone Sour - "Audio Secrecy"
Interpol - "Interpol"
Megadeth - "Rust In Peace"

In 1969, after a concert in Memphis, James Brown announced that he was going to retire from touring the following summer. He did cut back on touring but didn't retire.

In 1974, the first album on George Harrison's Dark Horse record label was released. The LP by a band named Splinter was produced by Harrison.

In 1984, country star Ernest Tubb, the "Texas Troubador," died of emphysema at the age of 70.

***Disturbed - Asylum
***Ryan Bingham - Junky Star
***Goo Goo Dolls - Something For The Rest Of Us
***10 Years - Feeding The Wolves
***Miles Davis - Bitches Brew [Legacy Edition]

What a week for new releases... from Disturbed to Oscar Winner Ryan Bingham... check out some of my picks and get ready to rock out!!!

In 1956, Elvis Presley bought his mother, Gladys, a pink Cadillac.

In 1967, guitarist and vocalist Boz Scaggs joined The Steve Miller Band. Scaggs and Miller had met in high school in Dallas.

In 1969, the three-day Texas International Pop Festival opened at the Dallas International Motor Speedway. Performers included Chicago Transit Authority, Janis Joplin,
Led Zeppelin and Santana.

In 1973, Rolling Stone reported that The Doors had broken up after the death of Jim Morrison and that keyboardist Ray Manzarek was putting together a new band.

In 1968, The Beatles released "Hey Jude" as a single.

In 1970, Jimi Hendrix played what proved to be his last concert, at the Isle of Wight Pop Festival off the English coast. Three weeks later, Hendrix died in London.

Brandon Flowers -HighLine Ballroom
Foreigner - Wellmont Theatre
Backstreet Boys Hammerstein Ballroom

SURE THE BEATLES HAVE A LOT OF GREAT SONGS, BUT WHICH ONE TOPS THEM ALL?

Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo - Nokia Times Square
Andrew W.K. - Good Company
Bruno Mars - Bowery Ballroom

In 1970, Elton John made his U.S. debut at the Troubadour Club in Los Angeles. The performance kicked off a brief tour and led to a recording contract with MCA.

In 1973, Allman Brothers Band drummer Butch Trucks suffered a broken leg in a car crash in Macon, Georgia.

In 1976, Boston released its self-titled album

In 1960, Oscar Hammerstein the Second died in Pennsylvania. He's best known for his collaborations with composer Richard Rogers on the musicals "Oklahoma," "Carousel," "South
Pacific," and "The King and I."

In 1962, John Lennon and Cynthia Powell got married in Liverpool, England. She filed for divorce in 1968.

In 1970, Emerson, Lake and Palmer made their concert debut in Portsmouth, England.

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In 1969, Frank Zappa disbanded the Mothers of Invention. He said he was tired of performing for people who clapped for the "wrong reasons."

In 1992, Sting and his longtime girlfriend Trudie Styler got married in England. It was his second marriage, her first. The Police played at the wedding.

Friday, August 20th

KISS - PNC Bank Arts Center
Crosby, Stills & Nash - Jones Beach
The Juliana Theory -HighLine Ballroom
Marah - Bowery Electric
Queensrÿche - Best Buy Theater

1. Eminem - "Recovery"
2. Arcade Fire - "The Suburbs"
3. "Camp Rock 2: the Final Jam"
4. Black Label Society - "Order of the Black"
5. Justin Bieber - "My World 2.0"