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11 August 2013


After a variety of clever teasers revealed over the last week, Katy Perry's 'Roar' finally leaks in full - two days shy of it's official release date. In response, the global Team Perry have sent the official version to commercial radio stations.

'Roar' was co-penned by pop lyrical superstar and 'American Girl' Bonnie McKee (responsible for practically all of Perry's number one hits); and is the lead single to be lifted from 'Prism', Perry's upcoming third studio album.

Our initial thoughts - yet another self-empowerment anthem, think 'Firework' v2 but without all of the candy fluffiness. What's got us perplexed though are the similarities to Sara Bareilles' most recent single 'Brave'... the resemblance is quite something! Umm Miss Perry, please explain.

Take a listen to both tracks below - what's your verdict?




KATY PERRY'S 'ROAR' IS HERE... BUT HAVEN'T WE HEARD IT ALREADY?

Sunday, August 11, 2013 · by JimmySteele · in , No comments


After a variety of clever teasers revealed over the last week, Katy Perry's 'Roar' finally leaks in full - two days shy of it's official release date. In response, the global Team Perry have sent the official version to commercial radio stations.

'Roar' was co-penned by pop lyrical superstar and 'American Girl' Bonnie McKee (responsible for practically all of Perry's number one hits); and is the lead single to be lifted from 'Prism', Perry's upcoming third studio album.

Our initial thoughts - yet another self-empowerment anthem, think 'Firework' v2 but without all of the candy fluffiness. What's got us perplexed though are the similarities to Sara Bareilles' most recent single 'Brave'... the resemblance is quite something! Umm Miss Perry, please explain.

Take a listen to both tracks below - what's your verdict?




6 January 2013


After revealing our Top 20 Albums of 2012, we thought it was about time we revealed our Top 50 Singles for the year! 

It's been quite a challenge to put this together - mainly because the year the Mayans called the end of the world (which ahem, never happened) delivered some outstanding single releases! None the less, take a look at our top tracks for 2012.




50. Jessica Mauboy - Gotcha
49. Elen Levon - Dancing From The Same Song
48. David Guetta - She Wolf (Falling to Pieces) [feat. Sia]
47. Bruno Mars - Locked Out of Heaven
46. Nelly Furtado - Big Hoops (Bigger the Better)



45. Taylor Swift - Safe & Sound (feat. The Civil Wars)
44. Rebecca Ferguson - Nothing's Real But Love
43. Sam Sparro - I Wish I Never Met You
42. Ellie Goulding - Anything Could Happen
41. Samantha Jade - What You've Done To Me



40. MSMR - Hurricane
39. Miike Snow - Paddling Out
38. Solange - Losing You
37. Lana Del Rey - National Anthem
36. Marina and the Diamonds - How to be a Heartbreaker



35. Jessie Ware - Wildest Moments
34. Emeli Sandé - Next to Me
33. Rudimental - Feel the Love (feat. John Newman)
32. Guy Sebastian - Battle Scars (feat. Lupe Fiasco)
31. Taylor Swift - I Knew You Were Trouble


30. Disclosure - Latch (feat. Sam Smith)
29. fun. - We Are Young (feat. Janelle Monáe)
28. Drake - Take Care (feat. Rihanna)
27. Florence + the Machine - Spectrum
26. Frank Ocean - Think' Bout You


25. Flo Rida - Wild Ones (feat. Sia)
24. Elton John vs Pnau - Good Morning to the Night
23. Loreen - Euphoria
22. Ke$ha - Die Young
21. Swedish House Mafia - Don't You Worry Child (feat. John Martin)


20. Kelly Clarkson - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)
19. A*M*E - Play the Game Boy
18. Katy Perry - Part of Me
17. Christina Aguilera - Your Body
16. Lana Del Rey - Ride


15. Van She - Jamaica
14. Usher - Climax
13. Rita Ora - R.I.P. (feat. Tinie Tempah)
12. Parachute Youth - Can't Get Better Than This
11. Rihanna - Diamonds


10. Flight Facilities - With You (feat. Grovesnor)

After the success of "Crave You" and "Foreign Language" in 2011, Australian house outfit Flight Facilities returned in 2012 with yet another hit "With You."

Grosvenor's vocals ooze sexiness and desire as he begs his mistress "I just can't be seen by you..." The track is a classic chill-out house number that like their previous material, is a perfect summer jam.



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9. Ricki-Lee - Do It Like That

Calling on the #NoPantsBrigade! Australia's own diva Ricki-Lee, somewhat rising from the ashes, unveiled her killer anthem "Do It Like That" following last year's "Raining Diamonds." The jam, which originally leaked under the critically-acclaimed Fred Falke remix, instantly became one of the most addictive tracks on radio.

"Do It Like That" saw Ricki-Lee embrace everything we wanted her to - sexiness, freedom and God damn brilliant pop music. An excellent return to the scene girlfriend!



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8. fun. - Some Nights

New York City-based fun. launched their second single, the album's title track, earlier in the year post the belated worldwide success of "We Are Young" (feat. Janelle Monáe). The track became yet another massive hit for the group, cementing lead singer Nate Ruess as a key songwriter in the current age.

Probably the stand out from their album, it was a strong contender across the year - regardless of it's over-play on commercial radio!



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7. Carly Rae Jepsen - Call Me Maybe

The track that took the world by storm would have to be none other than Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe." After the unofficial endorsement by Justin Bieber via his Twitter account, people started to notice (and get slightly addicted) to the ex-Canadian Idol's latest jam.

"Call Me Maybe" is an easy, fun, pop song. That's it - it's simple and effective. And did we mention slightly addictive?



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6. Matt Corby - Brother

It's hard to believe that it was five years ago when we met a young, fresh-faced 16 year-old Matt Corby on Australian Idol. Now, the 22 year-old is one of Australia's most successful recording artists signed to UK record label Communion (started by Ben Lovett of Mumford & Sons)... with four EPs under his belt.

"Brother" is a highly emotional and provocative song. Corby belts out the tune with all his passion and might, captivating any listener upon first engagement. An outstanding release from the "Into the Flame" EP.



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5. Marina and the Diamonds - Primadonna

The part Welsh/part Greek beauty that is Marina and the Diamonds (aka Marina Diamandis) teased us with the Stargate-produced "Radioactive" in 2011 - a journey to a pop stratosphere that we'd not heard from the star before. Moving far away from her indie-pop roots we discovered on "The Family Jewels," Marina introduced us to her alter-ego, Electra Heart.

"Electra Heart," as it be named her sophomore album, revealed "Primadonna" as the lead single. Produced by Dr Luke and Cirkut, it became her highest-selling single yet - achieving platinum selling status here in Australia. 

"Primadonna" saw Marina's #Diamonds embrace the new pop star and her obsession with American culture. Throughout this transition though, has the beauty not just become what she mocks the most?



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4. Azealia Banks - 212 (feat. Lazy Jay)

Already topping a range of 'best of' and 'up and comer' lists late 2011, Azealia Banks was always going to be someone to listen out for. "212" was released as the lead single from her "1991" EP - and what a debut track. Lyrically coarse (we'll let you Google the lyrics if you don't know them), it certainly turned some heads and meant this girl meant biz-nes.

Throughout the year we were treated to clips for all four tracks off the EP, but "212" still reigned supreme. A hip-hop track that will stand the test of music time, one that only Nicki Minaj could hope for.



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3. Calvin Harris - Sweet Nothing (feat. Florence Welch)

Just when you thought nothing could get better than the Calvin Harris remix of Florence and the Machine's hit "Spectrum," out Flo and the new David Guetta pop "Sweet Nothing."

Welch's vocals and Harris' progressive house beats are a match made in heaven - making it hard to resist this impeccable tune. One of the stand out tracks, if not the best, from Harris's "18 Months" album.



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2. Lana Del Rey - Blue Jeans

Released as the third single taken from her "Born To Die" album, "Blue Jeans" was a surprising single choice - mainly because it featured so prominently as a highlight of the "Video Games" b-side late 2011. Regardless, Del Rey pushed forward with the release.

Accompanying the official single release was the Yoann Lemoine-directed video, who also worked with Del Rey on "Born To Die." The black and white affair was a stunning visual and a must-see for all.

"Blue Jeans" is classic Lana Del Rey - vintage American, James Dean-esque, love.



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1. Frank Ocean - Pyramids

The second single to be lifted from Frank Ocean's critically acclaimed album "Channel Orange" was that of epic proportions. "Pyramids," in it's almost-ten-minute glory, tells us of multiple stories - with the most obvious being about a woman "working at the pyramid tonight."

The track features a mix of R&B and hip-hop, with electro club beats and a John Mayer-led guitar solo thrown in for good measure. "Pyramids" showcases Ocean's brilliant ability to tell a story through his outstanding writing skills, in a track that will be listed as a classic for years to come. A very worthy recipient of our number one single for 2012.

JIMMY STEELE PRESENTS - TOP 50 SINGLES OF 2012

Sunday, January 06, 2013 · by JimmySteele · in , , , , , , , , , , , , , No comments


After revealing our Top 20 Albums of 2012, we thought it was about time we revealed our Top 50 Singles for the year! 

It's been quite a challenge to put this together - mainly because the year the Mayans called the end of the world (which ahem, never happened) delivered some outstanding single releases! None the less, take a look at our top tracks for 2012.




50. Jessica Mauboy - Gotcha
49. Elen Levon - Dancing From The Same Song
48. David Guetta - She Wolf (Falling to Pieces) [feat. Sia]
47. Bruno Mars - Locked Out of Heaven
46. Nelly Furtado - Big Hoops (Bigger the Better)



45. Taylor Swift - Safe & Sound (feat. The Civil Wars)
44. Rebecca Ferguson - Nothing's Real But Love
43. Sam Sparro - I Wish I Never Met You
42. Ellie Goulding - Anything Could Happen
41. Samantha Jade - What You've Done To Me



40. MSMR - Hurricane
39. Miike Snow - Paddling Out
38. Solange - Losing You
37. Lana Del Rey - National Anthem
36. Marina and the Diamonds - How to be a Heartbreaker



35. Jessie Ware - Wildest Moments
34. Emeli Sandé - Next to Me
33. Rudimental - Feel the Love (feat. John Newman)
32. Guy Sebastian - Battle Scars (feat. Lupe Fiasco)
31. Taylor Swift - I Knew You Were Trouble


30. Disclosure - Latch (feat. Sam Smith)
29. fun. - We Are Young (feat. Janelle Monáe)
28. Drake - Take Care (feat. Rihanna)
27. Florence + the Machine - Spectrum
26. Frank Ocean - Think' Bout You


25. Flo Rida - Wild Ones (feat. Sia)
24. Elton John vs Pnau - Good Morning to the Night
23. Loreen - Euphoria
22. Ke$ha - Die Young
21. Swedish House Mafia - Don't You Worry Child (feat. John Martin)


20. Kelly Clarkson - Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)
19. A*M*E - Play the Game Boy
18. Katy Perry - Part of Me
17. Christina Aguilera - Your Body
16. Lana Del Rey - Ride


15. Van She - Jamaica
14. Usher - Climax
13. Rita Ora - R.I.P. (feat. Tinie Tempah)
12. Parachute Youth - Can't Get Better Than This
11. Rihanna - Diamonds


10. Flight Facilities - With You (feat. Grovesnor)

After the success of "Crave You" and "Foreign Language" in 2011, Australian house outfit Flight Facilities returned in 2012 with yet another hit "With You."

Grosvenor's vocals ooze sexiness and desire as he begs his mistress "I just can't be seen by you..." The track is a classic chill-out house number that like their previous material, is a perfect summer jam.



- - - -


9. Ricki-Lee - Do It Like That

Calling on the #NoPantsBrigade! Australia's own diva Ricki-Lee, somewhat rising from the ashes, unveiled her killer anthem "Do It Like That" following last year's "Raining Diamonds." The jam, which originally leaked under the critically-acclaimed Fred Falke remix, instantly became one of the most addictive tracks on radio.

"Do It Like That" saw Ricki-Lee embrace everything we wanted her to - sexiness, freedom and God damn brilliant pop music. An excellent return to the scene girlfriend!



- - - -


8. fun. - Some Nights

New York City-based fun. launched their second single, the album's title track, earlier in the year post the belated worldwide success of "We Are Young" (feat. Janelle Monáe). The track became yet another massive hit for the group, cementing lead singer Nate Ruess as a key songwriter in the current age.

Probably the stand out from their album, it was a strong contender across the year - regardless of it's over-play on commercial radio!



- - - -



7. Carly Rae Jepsen - Call Me Maybe

The track that took the world by storm would have to be none other than Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe." After the unofficial endorsement by Justin Bieber via his Twitter account, people started to notice (and get slightly addicted) to the ex-Canadian Idol's latest jam.

"Call Me Maybe" is an easy, fun, pop song. That's it - it's simple and effective. And did we mention slightly addictive?



- - - -



6. Matt Corby - Brother

It's hard to believe that it was five years ago when we met a young, fresh-faced 16 year-old Matt Corby on Australian Idol. Now, the 22 year-old is one of Australia's most successful recording artists signed to UK record label Communion (started by Ben Lovett of Mumford & Sons)... with four EPs under his belt.

"Brother" is a highly emotional and provocative song. Corby belts out the tune with all his passion and might, captivating any listener upon first engagement. An outstanding release from the "Into the Flame" EP.



- - - -



5. Marina and the Diamonds - Primadonna

The part Welsh/part Greek beauty that is Marina and the Diamonds (aka Marina Diamandis) teased us with the Stargate-produced "Radioactive" in 2011 - a journey to a pop stratosphere that we'd not heard from the star before. Moving far away from her indie-pop roots we discovered on "The Family Jewels," Marina introduced us to her alter-ego, Electra Heart.

"Electra Heart," as it be named her sophomore album, revealed "Primadonna" as the lead single. Produced by Dr Luke and Cirkut, it became her highest-selling single yet - achieving platinum selling status here in Australia. 

"Primadonna" saw Marina's #Diamonds embrace the new pop star and her obsession with American culture. Throughout this transition though, has the beauty not just become what she mocks the most?



- - - -



4. Azealia Banks - 212 (feat. Lazy Jay)

Already topping a range of 'best of' and 'up and comer' lists late 2011, Azealia Banks was always going to be someone to listen out for. "212" was released as the lead single from her "1991" EP - and what a debut track. Lyrically coarse (we'll let you Google the lyrics if you don't know them), it certainly turned some heads and meant this girl meant biz-nes.

Throughout the year we were treated to clips for all four tracks off the EP, but "212" still reigned supreme. A hip-hop track that will stand the test of music time, one that only Nicki Minaj could hope for.



- - - -



3. Calvin Harris - Sweet Nothing (feat. Florence Welch)

Just when you thought nothing could get better than the Calvin Harris remix of Florence and the Machine's hit "Spectrum," out Flo and the new David Guetta pop "Sweet Nothing."

Welch's vocals and Harris' progressive house beats are a match made in heaven - making it hard to resist this impeccable tune. One of the stand out tracks, if not the best, from Harris's "18 Months" album.



- - - -



2. Lana Del Rey - Blue Jeans

Released as the third single taken from her "Born To Die" album, "Blue Jeans" was a surprising single choice - mainly because it featured so prominently as a highlight of the "Video Games" b-side late 2011. Regardless, Del Rey pushed forward with the release.

Accompanying the official single release was the Yoann Lemoine-directed video, who also worked with Del Rey on "Born To Die." The black and white affair was a stunning visual and a must-see for all.

"Blue Jeans" is classic Lana Del Rey - vintage American, James Dean-esque, love.



- - - -



1. Frank Ocean - Pyramids

The second single to be lifted from Frank Ocean's critically acclaimed album "Channel Orange" was that of epic proportions. "Pyramids," in it's almost-ten-minute glory, tells us of multiple stories - with the most obvious being about a woman "working at the pyramid tonight."

The track features a mix of R&B and hip-hop, with electro club beats and a John Mayer-led guitar solo thrown in for good measure. "Pyramids" showcases Ocean's brilliant ability to tell a story through his outstanding writing skills, in a track that will be listed as a classic for years to come. A very worthy recipient of our number one single for 2012.

19 June 2012


California girl Katy Perry has revealed the video for "Wide Awake," the final chapter from the "Teenage Dream" era. It marks the eight single to be lifted off the multi-platinum selling album (including the repackaged version).

The video plays out like a gothic fairytale, with a young Perry accompanying her older self through an enchanted maze, fighting monsters and punching a handsome prince in face. Just a regular day in the office, really.

"Wide Awake" is taken from "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" - both available today [iTunes]

[VIDEO PREMIERE] KATY PERRY "WIDE AWAKE"

Tuesday, June 19, 2012 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


California girl Katy Perry has revealed the video for "Wide Awake," the final chapter from the "Teenage Dream" era. It marks the eight single to be lifted off the multi-platinum selling album (including the repackaged version).

The video plays out like a gothic fairytale, with a young Perry accompanying her older self through an enchanted maze, fighting monsters and punching a handsome prince in face. Just a regular day in the office, really.

"Wide Awake" is taken from "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" - both available today [iTunes]

16 May 2012


American singer-songwriter Katy Perry is far from finished in delivering hit singles from her "Teenage Dream" era. The pop star has confirmed that following the success of her latest jam "Part Of Me," the next single to be lifted from the repackaged "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" LP will be "Wide Awake."

The track, which was co-penned by Bonnie McKee and global hit-makers Dr Luke and Max Martin, is a mid-tempo ballad and the only 'new' track to appear on the re-release of the album. It has been confirmed that Perry will perform the hit at this year's Billboard Music Awards to be held on May 20.

Take a listen to the track below.

"Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" is available today [iTunes]

KATY PERRY TO RELEASE "WIDE AWAKE" AS NEXT SINGLE FROM "TEENAGE DREAM: THE COMPLETE CONFECTION"

Wednesday, May 16, 2012 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


American singer-songwriter Katy Perry is far from finished in delivering hit singles from her "Teenage Dream" era. The pop star has confirmed that following the success of her latest jam "Part Of Me," the next single to be lifted from the repackaged "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" LP will be "Wide Awake."

The track, which was co-penned by Bonnie McKee and global hit-makers Dr Luke and Max Martin, is a mid-tempo ballad and the only 'new' track to appear on the re-release of the album. It has been confirmed that Perry will perform the hit at this year's Billboard Music Awards to be held on May 20.

Take a listen to the track below.

"Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" is available today [iTunes]

2 April 2012


Katy Perry has enjoyed global chart success with her latest jam, the Russell Brand divorce-bashing anthem "Part Of Me." Not content with gaining commercial success on the track, Perry sets her sights on the club scene by getting world-famous DJs the Freemasons on board to remix the hit.

The make-over from the boys sees the pop-rock radio jam turn into a Freemasons signature disco-haven. The Brighton boys remix is giving us life! Fans of the boys will be happy - they never, never disappoint.

Preview the Freemasons Remix of "Part Of Me" below.

"Part Of Me" is available today [iTunes]

PREVIEW KATY PERRY'S "PART OF ME" (FREEMASONS REMIX)

Monday, April 02, 2012 · by JimmySteele · in , No comments


Katy Perry has enjoyed global chart success with her latest jam, the Russell Brand divorce-bashing anthem "Part Of Me." Not content with gaining commercial success on the track, Perry sets her sights on the club scene by getting world-famous DJs the Freemasons on board to remix the hit.

The make-over from the boys sees the pop-rock radio jam turn into a Freemasons signature disco-haven. The Brighton boys remix is giving us life! Fans of the boys will be happy - they never, never disappoint.

Preview the Freemasons Remix of "Part Of Me" below.

"Part Of Me" is available today [iTunes]

23 March 2012


US singer-songwriter Katy Perry has launched the video for "Part Of Me," the first single to be taken from her "Teenage Dream" repackage "The Complete Confection." The track is the seventh single overall from the "Teenage Dream" era.

The video was directed by Ben Mor (The Black Eyed Peas' "I Gotta Feeling," Sean Paul's "Got 2 Luv U") and was filmed at the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California. It features Perry working up a sweat with her gal-pals as she flashes back to her past relationship that inevitably made her switch teams prompted her to join the troops.

"Part Of Me" and "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" are both available today [iTunes]

[VIDEO PREMIERE] KATY PERRY "PART OF ME"

Friday, March 23, 2012 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


US singer-songwriter Katy Perry has launched the video for "Part Of Me," the first single to be taken from her "Teenage Dream" repackage "The Complete Confection." The track is the seventh single overall from the "Teenage Dream" era.

The video was directed by Ben Mor (The Black Eyed Peas' "I Gotta Feeling," Sean Paul's "Got 2 Luv U") and was filmed at the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in Oceanside, California. It features Perry working up a sweat with her gal-pals as she flashes back to her past relationship that inevitably made her switch teams prompted her to join the troops.

"Part Of Me" and "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection" are both available today [iTunes]

20 February 2012


Last week Katy Pery premiered the first single to be lifted from her "Teenage Dream" re-release, "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection", the Dr Luke and Max Martin produced "Part Of Me".

The single, which originally leaked in demo format back in 2010, was released to the general public after her great Grammys performance and has been atop the iTunes downloads charts since.

Today Billboard announced the track is likely to be the highest/fastest selling single since Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" this time last year. The Billboard team are predicting that by week end sales "Part Of Me" will have shipped anywhere from 400,000 to 420,000 copies (in comparison to Gaga's 448,000).

Here in Australia the track debuted at #22 on the ARIA Singles Chart after only part-week sales, and has been sitting quite comfortably in the top three downloads on iTunes all week. Yet another smash hit from the never-ending "Teenage Dream" era, we think so.

Take a listen to the pop-rock number below, and prepare yourself for yet another Perry chart take-over. "Part Of Me" is available digitally today [iTunes]

KATY PERRY PREPARES FOR GLOBAL CHART TAKE-OVER WITH NEW SINGLE "PART OF ME"

Monday, February 20, 2012 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


Last week Katy Pery premiered the first single to be lifted from her "Teenage Dream" re-release, "Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection", the Dr Luke and Max Martin produced "Part Of Me".

The single, which originally leaked in demo format back in 2010, was released to the general public after her great Grammys performance and has been atop the iTunes downloads charts since.

Today Billboard announced the track is likely to be the highest/fastest selling single since Lady Gaga's "Born This Way" this time last year. The Billboard team are predicting that by week end sales "Part Of Me" will have shipped anywhere from 400,000 to 420,000 copies (in comparison to Gaga's 448,000).

Here in Australia the track debuted at #22 on the ARIA Singles Chart after only part-week sales, and has been sitting quite comfortably in the top three downloads on iTunes all week. Yet another smash hit from the never-ending "Teenage Dream" era, we think so.

Take a listen to the pop-rock number below, and prepare yourself for yet another Perry chart take-over. "Part Of Me" is available digitally today [iTunes]

18 January 2012


California Gurl and soon-to-be-divorced Katy Perry has released an acoustic version of her latest jam The One That Got Away. The single is the sixth to be lifted from the multi-platinum selling record Teenage Dream.

In what looks to be a last attempt to get the single to the coveted number one spot in the US (it has currently peaked at number three, still an awesome effort), Perry has unveiled the new version, produced by Jon Brion.

Take a listen to the new mix below, available digitally today [iTunes]

LISTEN TO KATY PERRY'S "THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY" ACOUSTIC VERSION

Wednesday, January 18, 2012 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


California Gurl and soon-to-be-divorced Katy Perry has released an acoustic version of her latest jam The One That Got Away. The single is the sixth to be lifted from the multi-platinum selling record Teenage Dream.

In what looks to be a last attempt to get the single to the coveted number one spot in the US (it has currently peaked at number three, still an awesome effort), Perry has unveiled the new version, produced by Jon Brion.

Take a listen to the new mix below, available digitally today [iTunes]

17 December 2011


California Gurls popstar Katy Perry has employed the talents of rapper B.o.B. for the remix of her latest Billboard top ten smash, The One That Got Away.

The track, which has already climbed to a peak of #4 amidst the reduction in digital price to a low 69c in the US, should see the sixth single from the Teenage Dream album get closer to the coveted top spot.

There has been lots of discussion with Perry's "shady" antics all across the internet - adding last-minute guest rappers, reducing the digital price... you name it, Perry has done it. All in the name of the game to get to the summit. What are your thoughts? Do you think it's bending the rules just a little?

Take a listen to The One That Got Away feat. B.o.B. below.

The One That Got Away (Remix) ft. B.o.B. by KatyPerry

KATY PERRY FEATURES B.O.B. ON "THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY" REMIX

Saturday, December 17, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , No comments


California Gurls popstar Katy Perry has employed the talents of rapper B.o.B. for the remix of her latest Billboard top ten smash, The One That Got Away.

The track, which has already climbed to a peak of #4 amidst the reduction in digital price to a low 69c in the US, should see the sixth single from the Teenage Dream album get closer to the coveted top spot.

There has been lots of discussion with Perry's "shady" antics all across the internet - adding last-minute guest rappers, reducing the digital price... you name it, Perry has done it. All in the name of the game to get to the summit. What are your thoughts? Do you think it's bending the rules just a little?

Take a listen to The One That Got Away feat. B.o.B. below.

The One That Got Away (Remix) ft. B.o.B. by KatyPerry

14 November 2011


US singer/songwriter Katy Perry has premiered the much-anticipated video for the sixth installment from her Teenage Dream album, the Dr Luke / Max Martin produced hit The One That Got Away.

The video, which premiered exclusively on Ellen, was directed by Floria Sigismondi - who also filmed the fantastic Perry clip E.T. Without giving too much away, it's well thought out plot that will pull on the heart strings of most who watch it.

Teenage Dream is available digitally today [iTunes]

[VIDEO PREMIERE] KATY PERRY "THE DAY YOU WENT AWAY"

Monday, November 14, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


US singer/songwriter Katy Perry has premiered the much-anticipated video for the sixth installment from her Teenage Dream album, the Dr Luke / Max Martin produced hit The One That Got Away.

The video, which premiered exclusively on Ellen, was directed by Floria Sigismondi - who also filmed the fantastic Perry clip E.T. Without giving too much away, it's well thought out plot that will pull on the heart strings of most who watch it.

Teenage Dream is available digitally today [iTunes]

30 September 2011


On the back of my post earlier this week referring to Katy Perry's sixth single release from Teenage Dream, The One That Got Away, Mrs Titty von Brand has dropped the cover for the single.

The One That Got Away is taken from Teenage Dream, available digitally today [iTunes]

KATY PERRY DROPS COVER FOR "THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY"

Friday, September 30, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


On the back of my post earlier this week referring to Katy Perry's sixth single release from Teenage Dream, The One That Got Away, Mrs Titty von Brand has dropped the cover for the single.

The One That Got Away is taken from Teenage Dream, available digitally today [iTunes]

28 September 2011


Just when you thought Katy Perry had exploited her Teenage Dream album enough by scoring five Billboard #1 singles, well think again. Mrs Russell Brand has confirmed that The One That Got Away will be the album's sixth official single.

Apparently a Dr Luke induced remix is due to hit the airwaves from 11 October, coinciding with a digital release of the single. Stay tuned for more information, including the official cover. **

** View a tiny version of the official cover on AllAccess.com

Teenage Dream is available today [iTunes]



Katy Perry to release her sixth single from Teenage Dream, The One That Got Away

Wednesday, September 28, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in No comments


Just when you thought Katy Perry had exploited her Teenage Dream album enough by scoring five Billboard #1 singles, well think again. Mrs Russell Brand has confirmed that The One That Got Away will be the album's sixth official single.

Apparently a Dr Luke induced remix is due to hit the airwaves from 11 October, coinciding with a digital release of the single. Stay tuned for more information, including the official cover. **

** View a tiny version of the official cover on AllAccess.com

Teenage Dream is available today [iTunes]



30 August 2011


In case you missed the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, some are saying this was the best year yet. Whilst none of the nights wins were real surprises, it was certainly a fun night.

Some of the non award highlights were:

+ Beyoncé announcing to the world that Jay-Z and her were expecting via the red carpet. Later on in the night Mama Bey belted out her 4 album track Love On Top and at the end of the number she rubbed her little belly. Oh, sweet.

+ Lady Gaga's male alter ego Jo Calderone opened the show performing Yoü and I (in a deep, male voice), and as the track came to an end he/she welcomed Queen's Brian May as he played on his guitar.

+ Adele performed her UK/Australian number one hit Someone Like You (which was breath-taking), so expect to see this sky-rocket to the top of the Billboard charts in the coming weeks.

On the night Katy Perry and Adele lead the way with three awards each, followed by Lady Gaga with two awards. For the complete list see here.

Some of the night's winners...
  • Video of the Year: Katy Perry, Firework
  • Best Female Video: Lady Gaga, Born This Way
  • Best New Artist: Tyler, The Creator, Yonkers
  • Best Male Video: Justin Bieber, U Smile
  • Best Collaboration: Katy Perry featuring Kanye West, ET
  • Best Hip-Hop Video: Nicki Minaj, Super Bass
  • Best Rock Video: Foo Fighters, Walk
  • Best Pop Video: Britney Spears, Till the World Ends
  • Best Video With A Message: Lady Gaga, Born This Way
  • Best Choreography: Beyoncé, Run the World (Girls)
  • Best Visual Effects: Katy Perry featuring Kanye West, ET
  • Best Art Direction: Adele, Rolling in the Deep
  • Best Editing: Adele, Rolling in the Deep
  • Best Cinematography: Adele, Rolling in the Deep

Winners from the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards

Tuesday, August 30, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , , , , , , , No comments


In case you missed the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, some are saying this was the best year yet. Whilst none of the nights wins were real surprises, it was certainly a fun night.

Some of the non award highlights were:

+ Beyoncé announcing to the world that Jay-Z and her were expecting via the red carpet. Later on in the night Mama Bey belted out her 4 album track Love On Top and at the end of the number she rubbed her little belly. Oh, sweet.

+ Lady Gaga's male alter ego Jo Calderone opened the show performing Yoü and I (in a deep, male voice), and as the track came to an end he/she welcomed Queen's Brian May as he played on his guitar.

+ Adele performed her UK/Australian number one hit Someone Like You (which was breath-taking), so expect to see this sky-rocket to the top of the Billboard charts in the coming weeks.

On the night Katy Perry and Adele lead the way with three awards each, followed by Lady Gaga with two awards. For the complete list see here.

Some of the night's winners...
  • Video of the Year: Katy Perry, Firework
  • Best Female Video: Lady Gaga, Born This Way
  • Best New Artist: Tyler, The Creator, Yonkers
  • Best Male Video: Justin Bieber, U Smile
  • Best Collaboration: Katy Perry featuring Kanye West, ET
  • Best Hip-Hop Video: Nicki Minaj, Super Bass
  • Best Rock Video: Foo Fighters, Walk
  • Best Pop Video: Britney Spears, Till the World Ends
  • Best Video With A Message: Lady Gaga, Born This Way
  • Best Choreography: Beyoncé, Run the World (Girls)
  • Best Visual Effects: Katy Perry featuring Kanye West, ET
  • Best Art Direction: Adele, Rolling in the Deep
  • Best Editing: Adele, Rolling in the Deep
  • Best Cinematography: Adele, Rolling in the Deep

19 August 2011


Buggar blaming it on the rain, blame it on Scientology - according to Jennifer Lopez that the reason her marriage split with fellow musician Marc Anthony [Daily Spy]

Hilary Duff is up the duff. That is all [Undercover]

'Twas Queen of Pop Madonna's 53rd birthday. Jump over to Adam With An E to see his ode to the talented one [AdamWithAnE]

Justin Bieber Way street sign stolen from Texas, within 48 hours of being named. WTF - Justin Bieber Way? [Fox News]

Like Katy Perry? Linda Perry doesn't [Idolator]

She should be so lucky! Kylie Minogue's hit listed as a native treasure to be added to Australia's National Film & Sound Archive [Contact Music]

Lady Gaga will open for the MTV Video Music Awards 2011. Oh yeah [MTV.com]

And finally, Cheryl Cole is set to work with David Guetta on her album [NME.com]

My friends, that was some of the the things you need to know about music, this week...

News alert! Things you need to know about music, this week

Friday, August 19, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , , , , , , , , No comments


Buggar blaming it on the rain, blame it on Scientology - according to Jennifer Lopez that the reason her marriage split with fellow musician Marc Anthony [Daily Spy]

Hilary Duff is up the duff. That is all [Undercover]

'Twas Queen of Pop Madonna's 53rd birthday. Jump over to Adam With An E to see his ode to the talented one [AdamWithAnE]

Justin Bieber Way street sign stolen from Texas, within 48 hours of being named. WTF - Justin Bieber Way? [Fox News]

Like Katy Perry? Linda Perry doesn't [Idolator]

She should be so lucky! Kylie Minogue's hit listed as a native treasure to be added to Australia's National Film & Sound Archive [Contact Music]

Lady Gaga will open for the MTV Video Music Awards 2011. Oh yeah [MTV.com]

And finally, Cheryl Cole is set to work with David Guetta on her album [NME.com]

My friends, that was some of the the things you need to know about music, this week...


This week Katy Perry made Billboard history when her latest single to be lifted from her Teenage Dream album, Last Friday Night (TGIF) moved into the coveted #1 position.

Hear Missy Elliott's latest remix of Perry's Last Friday Night (TGIF).

Last Friday Night joins the singles California Gurls (featuring Snoop Dogg); the title track, Teenage Dream and ET (featuring Kanye West) to have reached the top spot. Perry ties with the late Michael Jackson as the only two artists ever to have achieved this great feat.

The King of Pop had the hits from his Bad album reach the #1 position - I Just Can't Stop Loving You (with Siedah Garrett); the title track, Bad; The Way You Make Me Feel; Man in the Mirror and Dirty Diana.

Congratulations Katy! What an outstanding achievement. For the full article, read online here.

KATY PERRY MAKES BILLBOARD HISTORY WITH FIVE #1 SINGLES FROM "TEENAGE DREAM"

Friday, August 19, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , , , , No comments


This week Katy Perry made Billboard history when her latest single to be lifted from her Teenage Dream album, Last Friday Night (TGIF) moved into the coveted #1 position.

Hear Missy Elliott's latest remix of Perry's Last Friday Night (TGIF).

Last Friday Night joins the singles California Gurls (featuring Snoop Dogg); the title track, Teenage Dream and ET (featuring Kanye West) to have reached the top spot. Perry ties with the late Michael Jackson as the only two artists ever to have achieved this great feat.

The King of Pop had the hits from his Bad album reach the #1 position - I Just Can't Stop Loving You (with Siedah Garrett); the title track, Bad; The Way You Make Me Feel; Man in the Mirror and Dirty Diana.

Congratulations Katy! What an outstanding achievement. For the full article, read online here.

8 August 2011


How can you ensure you score your fifth #1 single from the same album? Easy! Grab yourself one of the world's biggest hip-hop stars, pay them to add a remixed verse to your track, add it to the official single and release to the market for complete commercial saturation. Presto! Expect to see your single catapult to the coveted top spot within weeks.

So... I'm assuming that's what Katy Perry was thinking when she employed Missy Elliott to add some extra fo-shizzle to Last Friday Night (TGIF). Watch the lyric video for the remix below. It's actually not that bad...

What do you think of the remix?

Last Friday Night (TGIF) feat. Missy Elliott is available digitally today [ITUNES]



[FRESH RELEASE] Katy Perry feat. Missy Elliott // Last Friday Night (TGIF) [Remix]

Monday, August 08, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , No comments


How can you ensure you score your fifth #1 single from the same album? Easy! Grab yourself one of the world's biggest hip-hop stars, pay them to add a remixed verse to your track, add it to the official single and release to the market for complete commercial saturation. Presto! Expect to see your single catapult to the coveted top spot within weeks.

So... I'm assuming that's what Katy Perry was thinking when she employed Missy Elliott to add some extra fo-shizzle to Last Friday Night (TGIF). Watch the lyric video for the remix below. It's actually not that bad...

What do you think of the remix?

Last Friday Night (TGIF) feat. Missy Elliott is available digitally today [ITUNES]



22 July 2011


For those of you that had enough time on your hands and spent that time on Twitter yesterday, you would have seen an influx of tweets come through about the nominations for the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

There are some impressive nods for artists such as Katy Perry (with nine nominations) and Adele (with seven nominations) and equally, there are a disappointing lack of nods for others such as Rihanna (with one nomination) and Ke$ha (no nominations)

Addtionally Beyoncé, Lady Gaga & Nicki Minaj all received three nominations each.

Some of the notable categories are below. For a complete list of nominees and categories, visit the official site [MTV.COM]

Video Of The Year:
Adele – Rolling In The Deep
Beastie Boys – Make Some Noise
Bruno Mars – Grenade
Katy Perry – Firework
Tyler, The Creator – Yonkers

Best Pop Video:
Adele – Rolling In The Deep
Britney Spears – Till The World Ends
Bruno Mars – Grenade
Katy Perry – Last Friday Night
Pitbull f/ Ne-Yo, Nayer, and Afrojack – Give Me Everything

Best Female Video:
Adele – Rolling In The Deep
Beyonce – Run The World (Girls)
Katy Perry – Firework
Lady Gaga – Born This Way
Nicki Minaj – Super Bass

Best Male Video:
Bruno Mars – Grenade
Cee-Lo – Fuck You
Eminem – Love The Way You Lie
Justin Bieber – You Smile

Best Collaboration:
Chris Brown f/ Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes – Look At Me Now
Kanye West f/ Rihanna and Kid Cudi – All Of The Lights
Katy Perry f/ Kanye West – E.T
Nicki Minaj f/ Drake – Moment 4 Life
Pitbull f/ Ne-Yo, Nayer, and Afrojack – Give Me Everything

MTV Video Music Awards, nominees announced

Friday, July 22, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , , , , , , No comments


For those of you that had enough time on your hands and spent that time on Twitter yesterday, you would have seen an influx of tweets come through about the nominations for the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

There are some impressive nods for artists such as Katy Perry (with nine nominations) and Adele (with seven nominations) and equally, there are a disappointing lack of nods for others such as Rihanna (with one nomination) and Ke$ha (no nominations)

Addtionally Beyoncé, Lady Gaga & Nicki Minaj all received three nominations each.

Some of the notable categories are below. For a complete list of nominees and categories, visit the official site [MTV.COM]

Video Of The Year:
Adele – Rolling In The Deep
Beastie Boys – Make Some Noise
Bruno Mars – Grenade
Katy Perry – Firework
Tyler, The Creator – Yonkers

Best Pop Video:
Adele – Rolling In The Deep
Britney Spears – Till The World Ends
Bruno Mars – Grenade
Katy Perry – Last Friday Night
Pitbull f/ Ne-Yo, Nayer, and Afrojack – Give Me Everything

Best Female Video:
Adele – Rolling In The Deep
Beyonce – Run The World (Girls)
Katy Perry – Firework
Lady Gaga – Born This Way
Nicki Minaj – Super Bass

Best Male Video:
Bruno Mars – Grenade
Cee-Lo – Fuck You
Eminem – Love The Way You Lie
Justin Bieber – You Smile

Best Collaboration:
Chris Brown f/ Lil Wayne and Busta Rhymes – Look At Me Now
Kanye West f/ Rihanna and Kid Cudi – All Of The Lights
Katy Perry f/ Kanye West – E.T
Nicki Minaj f/ Drake – Moment 4 Life
Pitbull f/ Ne-Yo, Nayer, and Afrojack – Give Me Everything

8 July 2011


Adele's outstanding album 21, and Katy Perry's collaboration with Kanye West, ET, take out the top selling album and digital track respectively in the US - according to Billboard's mid-year charts.

Since it's release in late February, 21 has sold in excess of 2.51 million copies - an outstanding feat for any artist. Coming in at second place is Lady Gaga's Born This Way with an impressive 1.54 million copies sold (much of which was moved in it's first week of release). Coming in at third place is Mumford & Sons with Sigh No More on 982,000 copies.

Other notable album mentions are:
+ Bruno Mars' soul-tastic Doo Wops & Hooligans at #5 with 686,000
+ Chris Brown rise to F.A.M.E at #7 with 646,000
+ Nicki Minaj's debut album Pink Friday at #9 with 609,000
+ Katy Perry's luscious Teenage Dream at #10 with 600,000
+ Rihanna's real Loud at #11 with 598,000
+ Britney Spears' return to the spotlight at #12 with Femme Fatale with 590,000

ET, Perry's fourth single to be lifted off her Teenage Dream album, has moved over a staggering 4.1 million downloads, and is followed closely by Adele's Rolling in the Deep on 4.08 million downloads. Coming in at third place is Cee Lo Green's masterpiece Fuck You (Forget You) with over 3.2 million copies sold.

Watch the videos for Perry's ET [VIDEO], Adele's Rolling in the Deep [VIDEO] and Green's Fuck You [VIDEO]

Other notable digital track mentions are:
+ Lady Gaga's return with Born This Way at #4 with 3.02 million
+ Rihanna's raunchiness with S&M at #5 with 2.7 millions
+ Jennifer Lopez's RedOne production with Pitbull, On The Floor at #6 with 2.6 million
+ Bruno Mars with two appearances - his explosive Grenade at #9 with 2.3 million, and The Lazy Song at #15 with 2 million

Billboard has reported that both album and digital singles are up year on year with an impressive 1% and 11% respectively. In addition, album sales are up from this point point last year for the first time since 2004! What's even more impressive is the volume of talented pop artists in both charts.

For the full article, including the full top twenty albums and digital sakes, view Billboards article online [WEBSITE]

Make sure you keep up to date with all things music, like us on Facebook for regular updates.

Adele and Katy Perry top Billboard's mid-year charts

Friday, July 08, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , , , , , , , , , , , , No comments


Adele's outstanding album 21, and Katy Perry's collaboration with Kanye West, ET, take out the top selling album and digital track respectively in the US - according to Billboard's mid-year charts.

Since it's release in late February, 21 has sold in excess of 2.51 million copies - an outstanding feat for any artist. Coming in at second place is Lady Gaga's Born This Way with an impressive 1.54 million copies sold (much of which was moved in it's first week of release). Coming in at third place is Mumford & Sons with Sigh No More on 982,000 copies.

Other notable album mentions are:
+ Bruno Mars' soul-tastic Doo Wops & Hooligans at #5 with 686,000
+ Chris Brown rise to F.A.M.E at #7 with 646,000
+ Nicki Minaj's debut album Pink Friday at #9 with 609,000
+ Katy Perry's luscious Teenage Dream at #10 with 600,000
+ Rihanna's real Loud at #11 with 598,000
+ Britney Spears' return to the spotlight at #12 with Femme Fatale with 590,000

ET, Perry's fourth single to be lifted off her Teenage Dream album, has moved over a staggering 4.1 million downloads, and is followed closely by Adele's Rolling in the Deep on 4.08 million downloads. Coming in at third place is Cee Lo Green's masterpiece Fuck You (Forget You) with over 3.2 million copies sold.

Watch the videos for Perry's ET [VIDEO], Adele's Rolling in the Deep [VIDEO] and Green's Fuck You [VIDEO]

Other notable digital track mentions are:
+ Lady Gaga's return with Born This Way at #4 with 3.02 million
+ Rihanna's raunchiness with S&M at #5 with 2.7 millions
+ Jennifer Lopez's RedOne production with Pitbull, On The Floor at #6 with 2.6 million
+ Bruno Mars with two appearances - his explosive Grenade at #9 with 2.3 million, and The Lazy Song at #15 with 2 million

Billboard has reported that both album and digital singles are up year on year with an impressive 1% and 11% respectively. In addition, album sales are up from this point point last year for the first time since 2004! What's even more impressive is the volume of talented pop artists in both charts.

For the full article, including the full top twenty albums and digital sakes, view Billboards article online [WEBSITE]

Make sure you keep up to date with all things music, like us on Facebook for regular updates.

22 June 2011


On a recent promo tour here to coincide with the release of her With The Music I Die album (officially released last Friday, 17 June); Australia's adopted dance diva Wynter Gordon treated fans to an acoustic cover version of Katy Perry's hit, ET.

Wynnie's vocals are smooth and sensual as she works her way through the US #1 hit, reminding all who doubted her of her ability to shine strip-backed. It's nothing short of a brilliant performance, period.

Additionally, she performed an acoustic of her Australian #1 Dirty Talk, which you can listen to via here [YOUTUBE]

Wynter Gordon's With The Music I Die is available digitally today [ITUNES]

Wynter Gordon covers Katy Perry's ET

Wednesday, June 22, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , No comments


On a recent promo tour here to coincide with the release of her With The Music I Die album (officially released last Friday, 17 June); Australia's adopted dance diva Wynter Gordon treated fans to an acoustic cover version of Katy Perry's hit, ET.

Wynnie's vocals are smooth and sensual as she works her way through the US #1 hit, reminding all who doubted her of her ability to shine strip-backed. It's nothing short of a brilliant performance, period.

Additionally, she performed an acoustic of her Australian #1 Dirty Talk, which you can listen to via here [YOUTUBE]

Wynter Gordon's With The Music I Die is available digitally today [ITUNES]

20 June 2011


Happy Monday people - and what a better way to start than with Katy Perry's fifth single to be lifted off her multi-platinum selling album Teenage Dream, Last Friday Night (TGIF).

After securing four Billboard #1 singles with California Gurls (feat. Snoop Dogg), Firework, ET (feat. Kanye West) and of course the title track, Perry shoots for another smash with one of the strongest tracks to be lifted off her second album. Creating an alternative persona by the name of Kathy Beth Terry, Perry invites us to play in the nostalgia of the 80s and 90s to relive our teenage years.

The campaign itself is nothing short of fantastic - Kathy Beth Terry it your typical high-school nerd complete with solar system wallpaper in her bedroom, full coke-bottle glasses and a wired-up braces set (ouch). In the video we see Terry/Perry live out a not-so-typical "Friday night".

The clip features Darren Criss and Kevin McHale (from Glee), Hanson, Kenny G (!), Rebecca Black, and Corey Fieldman and Debbie Gibson as Terry/Perry's parents. It's a whacky, fun and very clever video (and marketing campaign) that should see Perry land herself another Billboard smash hit.

Already, the single is sitting pretty at #6 in the ARIA Singles Chart here in Australia, with a gold certification (35,000+ copies sold).

A fan of Kathy Beth Terry? Join the 375,000 others - view her Facebook page and become a fan today [FACEBOOK]

Last Friday Night (TGIF) is available digitally today [ITUNES]



[VIDEO PREMIERE] KATY PERRY "LAST FRIDAY NIGHT (T.G.I.F)"

Monday, June 20, 2011 · by JimmySteele · in , No comments


Happy Monday people - and what a better way to start than with Katy Perry's fifth single to be lifted off her multi-platinum selling album Teenage Dream, Last Friday Night (TGIF).

After securing four Billboard #1 singles with California Gurls (feat. Snoop Dogg), Firework, ET (feat. Kanye West) and of course the title track, Perry shoots for another smash with one of the strongest tracks to be lifted off her second album. Creating an alternative persona by the name of Kathy Beth Terry, Perry invites us to play in the nostalgia of the 80s and 90s to relive our teenage years.

The campaign itself is nothing short of fantastic - Kathy Beth Terry it your typical high-school nerd complete with solar system wallpaper in her bedroom, full coke-bottle glasses and a wired-up braces set (ouch). In the video we see Terry/Perry live out a not-so-typical "Friday night".

The clip features Darren Criss and Kevin McHale (from Glee), Hanson, Kenny G (!), Rebecca Black, and Corey Fieldman and Debbie Gibson as Terry/Perry's parents. It's a whacky, fun and very clever video (and marketing campaign) that should see Perry land herself another Billboard smash hit.

Already, the single is sitting pretty at #6 in the ARIA Singles Chart here in Australia, with a gold certification (35,000+ copies sold).

A fan of Kathy Beth Terry? Join the 375,000 others - view her Facebook page and become a fan today [FACEBOOK]

Last Friday Night (TGIF) is available digitally today [ITUNES]



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