New Song: Asher Roth Featuring Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, and Rye Rye, 'Actin Up'

Asher Roth teams with Justin Bieber, Rye Rye and Chris Brown on his "Actin Up."
Asher Roth teams up with Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, and Rye Rye in "Actin Up."
It's been a second since we've heard from Asher Roth, but now the long-haired rapper (loving that, by the way) is back with "Actin Up," which features support from Justin Bieber, Rye Rye and Chris Brown, and appears on Asher's The Greenhouse Effect, Vol. 2. Oh, and just to make extra sure the whole world knows his iPhone contacts list is STACKED, Asher'sGreenhouse also has collaborations with Lil Wayne. You know, just in case you weren't sufficiently impressed by that Bieber kid.
Listen to Asher Roth's "Actin Up" featuring Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, and Rye Rye.
Set to a grimy, bass-heavy beat, Asher spits his verse about giving precisely zero effs: "Ease off, back up, I'm about to act up/ Floating, sipping, having fun, cause I be young and acting up/ Acting, acting up." Rye Rye's up next, claiming: "Gotta have respect for my bad habits" (nail biting?). Then we have Breezy, who rhymes about a group sex orgy on a plane (true story, apparently).
And of course then there's The Biebs, who, channeling his rapping alter ego Shawty Mane, talks about being young and hot and liking women... a LOT: "So better watch out cause I'm so ahh/ I'm on some risky business/ I like women and French kisses/ Mama told do the dishes but I'm here catching fishes." It's basically the go-to anthem for anyone who legit doesn't care about what anyone thinks. But in the wise words of Miley Cyrus, "Only god can judge us." We'll just leave you with that.
Photo credit: Island Def Jam

New Video: Bridget Kelly Featuring Kendrick Lamar, 'Street Dreamin'

Bridget Kelly calls on Kendrick Lamar for an assist on her song "Street Dreamin'
Bridget Kelly and Kendrick Lamar chill on the railraod tracks in their "Street Dreamin" video.
Roc Nation's Bridget Kelly is hard at work prepping her debut album (release date TBD), and what better way to rev us up than by releasing her "Street Dreamin" video, featuring a fiery collaboration with the Hottest MC In The Game of 2012, Kendrick Lamar? That's not to say that Bridget's amazing nails, bangs, and eyeliner don't get us revved too, but Bridget's voice and Kendrick's slick verse on "Street Dreamin" are DEFINITELY the main attraction.
Watch Bridget Kelly's "Street Dreamin" video featuring Kendrick Lamar.
Directed by Clifton Bell, "Street Dreamin" was shot near the railroad tracks in Greensboro, North Carolina, while Kendrick was on tour. Kendrick, Bridget, and their group of extra-attractive pals hit up the railroad tracks (is a "railroad party" a thing now?), where they chill, dance, and flirt with each other, giving Bridget ample time to sexily stare into the camera and show off her Scarlett O'Hara-brand waistline. Basically this is the impromptu outdoor you all wish you could throw. But better, because designer clothing.
Photo credit: Roc Nation

Check out more photos of Avicii, DJ Afrojack, Diplo and other at Las Vegas' Electric Daisy Carnival:

Nicky Romero performs at the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas
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Fans at the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas
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Afrojack backstage at the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas
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Fans at the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas
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A full moon over the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas
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 Fans at the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas
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Avicii performs at the 2013 Electric Daisy Carnaval in Las Vegas
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New Video: Disclosure, 'F For You'

Disclosure grab the mic in their new video for "F For You."
Disclosure grab the mic in their new "F For You" video.
U.K. garage duo Disclosure seem incapable of releasing a bad song, and the success of their debut LP, Settle, has more than proven the point. But they've also been on a pretty impressive tear of video releases as well, like their recent "When A Fire Starts to Burn" revivalist freak-out clip, and now their "F For You" video, which skips the imaginative narrative treatment pattern and inserts the brothers into the action themselves.
Watch Disclosure's "F For You" video.

Star Spotting: Rihanna Does The Unthinkable - A Crotch Grab plus Hair Whip Combo! (PHOTO)

Rihanna grabs her crotch and whips her hair in Amsterdam.
Rihanna was the queen of dexterity while performing in Amsterdam!
We can totally imagine Rihanna hanging out backstage before performing in Amsterdam, like, deeply contemplating her next onstage move. She'd be all, "Hmmm... I've pretty much mastered the crotch grab. How can I take it to the next level? Should I grab my crotch and throw up a peace sign? Nah, too easy. Maybe I could grab my crotch and Prancercise? No, too trendy. Oh, I know! I'm going to grab my crotch and whip my hair AT THE SAME TIME. Perfect." And then we imagine Rihanna got dressed because she clearly does all her backstage preparations naked (not that we're mad about that).
The "Pour It Up" singer was snapped combining two of our favorite pop star staples into one stellar combo while performing in the Netherlands, and it's pretty obvious that she's been studying Paramore's Hayley Williams' hair whip, 'cause girl NAILED the follicle velocity like a pro. We also can't escape the fact that she pulled off this incredibly complex move AND managed to make a modelesque expression and not an I-just-pulled-a-muscle face. Now we're left wondering what's next for Ri... will she take on the even more elusive/challenging dance trifecta: the "crotch-grab-hair-whip-side-eye" move?! If she does, you better be prepared to bow down to Queen Ri FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.
Photo credit: WENN

Song Premiere: Itch Featuring Adam Lazzara, 'Homeless Romantic'

Listen to Itch featuring Adam Lazzara's "Homeless Romantic."
Itch and Adam Lazzara stand up for the abused in "Homeless Romantic."
We're not ones to judge a book by its cover, but with a name like "Itch," it's not thatsurprising to find a hotheaded activist-rapper with zero intentions of sitting still. Jonny "Itch" Fox is a total livewire MC who used to shout tales of London's dispossessed with the U.K. punk band The King Blues, but has since turned to hip-hop to express his vision of empowering the downtrodden. And his new single, "Homeless Romantic" featuring Taking Back Sunday's Adam Lazzara, proves that the dude knows a thing or two about combining spitfire verses with raw punk ethos.
Listen to Itch's "Homeless Romantic".
The first single off of Itch's forthcoming album on Red Bull Records, "Homeless Romantic" sounds like a plea to escape a toxic relationship: "He ain't worth the dirt stuck between your toes / He ain't worth the hurt that I know you've known." Itch drops some nasty lyrics about no-good boyfriends, but when we caught up with with him to elaborate, he made it clear the message runs even deeper: "The idea of the 'Homeless Romantic' is really about defiance, about finding beauty in the gutter. It's a story without a traditional happy ending but I do want people to feel uplifted by the end."
Itch has a knack for punctuating his lightning-fast rap verses with a totally singable hook, and the idea of finding hope in despair becomes especially clear with Lazzara's call-to-arms chorus: "May we know that all we know is / We know nothing at all / And when we fall may we dust ourselves off / And sneak in through the back door." Even in the depths of rat-infested London, there's light at the end of the (proverbial and literal) tunnel.
Itch is headlining the Spotify stage all summer long on Vans Warped Tour, and be sure to check out the rest of his tour dates here!
Photo credit: Pamela Littky

Justin Bieber Celebrates Instagram Video With A SHIRTLESS VIDEO!

Justin Bieber takes a shirtless instagram video. Self-explanatory.
Justin Bieber. Video. Shirtless. BYE!  
Breaking news: Shirtless videos are the new shirtless selfies! Doesn't that just make you a liiiiiitle bit happier than you thought you'd be today? I THINK YES. That said, in case you missed the memo, Instagram just launched their video function (sorry, Vine), and to honor the technological development, instead of posing a boring old shirtless Instagram selfie, JB posted his inaugural shirtless Instagram video! You know, a MOVING LIVE IMAGE OF HIS ABS!! That we're legally allowed and encouraged to watch! #PRAISE.
Watch Justin Bieber's shirtless Instagram video.
So, on to the video. A shirtless and intensely tatted up Bieber holds the camera out in front of him, and talks to his Belibers about Instagram video. There's someone else in the room telling him to stop, but NO! It's TOO SEXY! Justin knows what his Belibers want, and says he's "gonna keep going." And "keep going" he does, for what is probably now the best 15 seconds of every Belieber's life. So, sit back, relax, grab a tub of lightly buttered low-calorie popcorn, and let the good times roll! And, if we may suggest, you should also try and count Justin's packs. Literally, just try. It's such a fun game.

Star Spotting: Rihanna Poses With Her Private Jet Pilot, Literally Has Friends In High Places (PHOTO)

Rihanna poses with the pilot of her private jet!
Rihanna loves her PJ pilot. And we would too.
Can we just say that if we had a private jet (PJ for short!) like Rihanna, then we'd totally love our pilot, too? As we all know, Ri's been traveling exclusively by PJ while on her "Diamonds World Tour," so why not pose for a quick Kodak moment with the man who gets her safely from place to place! Exactly! No reason why whatsoever. Along with the photo of her main (cabin) man (bad joke?), the "Stay" singer aptly captioned, "Bye." #SUCCINCT.
Come to think of it, we should probably give this bro a shout-out of his own, no? Because we're presuming he's been Rihanna's on-duty pilot this whole time. This guy has been responsible for getting Rihanna from Paris (where she posed at the Eiffel Tower/got a piggyback ride), to London (the same town that inspired this precious family photo/this epic "money dress"), AND, perhaps most importantly, to Montpellier, France, where Ri twerked her signature crotch grab. And did we mention that bro has been totally cool with a little, errrrrm, debauchery on his plane?? He's been chill with Ri's in-flight hand down her pants, not to mention an IRL pajama party, probably allowed even during turbulence! So, whoever you are, bro, we commend you!
Photo credit: Rihanna's Instgram

WMC Bites (6/21/13): Kanye West And Kim Kardashian Have Reportedly Named Their Daughter 'North'

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have reportedly named their baby girl North.
+ After much speculation, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian have reportedly named their newborn daughter North, according to TMZ who cites the birth certificate from Los Angeles' Cedar-Sinai Hospital. So, that's "North West." Wouldn't it be ironic if she ended up having zero sense of direction? (MTV News)
+Watch One Direction's Skype scavenger hunt, which they conducted last night on "Jimmy Kimmel Live." The guys competed against each other in teams, where they made toothpaste mustaches, showed off their best American accent imitations, and put underwear over their pants. (Just Jared)
+ Congrats to Jennifer Lopez, who earned her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! See photos of the singer with her boyfriend Casper Smart as they celebrate the occasion. (E!)
+ Watch The Roots' Questlove and "Captain" Kirk Douglas' acoustic rendition of Daft Punk's "Get Lucky" on "Late Night With Jimmy Fallon," who approached the tune as "BlackSimon & Garfunkel." #MissionAccomplished (Idolator)
+ Check out Florence + The Machine's Florence Welch covering Icona Pop's "I Love It" with Dev Hynes! Florence's reflective, moving ballad version was performed at a New York benefit for the Human Rights Campaign's Equality Rocks project. (Idolator)
+ Meek Mill protégé Lil Snupe died from apparent gunshot wounds early yesterday morning in Louisiana. He was 18. (MTV News)
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New Song: Pusha T Featuring 2 Chainz And Big Sean, 'Who I Am'

Pusha T just can't deny his true baller self on his new song "Who I Am," featuring 2 Chainz and Big Sean.
Pusha T revels in his #BestSelf on "Who I Am."
We know that Pusha T is capable of putting "Numbers On The Boards," but on his new song, "Who I Am," from his forthcoming My Name Is My Name, he's officially DONE being humble. Well, not that he was so humble before, but let's just say the G.O.O.D. Music lieutenant is truly reveling in his #BestSelf on the new track featuring 2 Chainz and Big Sean.
Listen to Pusha T featuring 2 Chainz and Big Sean's "Who I Am" after the jump.
On the sparse, spacey Kanye West and Mano-produced track, the "Street Life" rhymer declares he's gonna be who he was destined to be, regardless of what anyone thinks. "They said be all you can be/ I just wanna buy another Roley/ I just wanna pop another band/ I just wanna be dope forever/ I just wanna be who I am," he raps. That's right, do you, dude!
2 Chainz hops on next, spitting about how he plans to love and celebrate life (in the gentleman's club, of course): "Entrepreneur/ Strip club connoisseur/ Hot fudge sundae/ pour it on you, hallelujah!" OK, first off, ice cream could be sticky, so not sure you'd want to pour anything on ANYBODY when you're getting busy. Second, just make sure the fudge is room temperature, OK? That would NOT be a fun burn injury to explain at the hospital.
But really, who are we to judge? Pusha and Co. are preaching a message of self-love (even if the "self" is engaged in some form of illegal activity), and we could never take that away from them. Like, "Who I Am" is basically a hood version of Whitney Houston's "Greatest Love Of All"! WHICH IS THE GREATEST CONCEPT OF ALL.
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Star Spotting: Meet Miley Cyrus 2.0 On The Cover Of Billboard (Don't Worry -- She's Still In A Swimsuit) (PHOTO)

Miley Cyrus graces the cover of Billboard Magazine.
Meet Miley Cyrus 2.0: She's on Billboard and in a sexy swimming suit!
Here's your daily "It's Miley Cyrus' world, and we're just living in it" reminder: She's on the cover of next week's Billboard magazine in a story called "Miley 2.0"! (Um, we weren't aware you could upgrade perfection.) And if nailing that sultry stare in the above photo isn't making your pulse thump at sonic speeds, please note that Miley is also showing off alll her curves in a super-sexy/VERY low-cut swimsuit. We're totally in awe of her goddess-like glow, but we're mostly impressed at how the photographer was able to get Miley to hold still long enough to take this picture -- I mean, THE WOMAN CAN'T STOP/WON'T STOP TWERKING!
And if you think the "We Can't Stop" singer is smoldering like a BAWSE on Billboard's cover, don't worry -- that "IDGAF what you think of me" confidence is PLENTY THERE throughout her accompanying interview. In the article, Miley talks about what people expected of her comeback, saying, "A lot of people wanted to try to make me the white Nicki Minaj... That's not what I'm trying to do. I love 'hood' music, but my talent is as a singer." She also talks about staying true to the "twang" in her voice, and even mentions how she wants her forthcoming record to be the biggest in the world.
Anyway, we are LOVING this chat with Miley, but honestly, we're mostly struck by that GORGE cover photo. It serves as a friendly reminder that everyone needs to update their lives to Miley 2.0, and any haters out there need to Ctrl+Alt+Delete themselves out of her way. (Sorry, that's the best tech joke we could think of.)
Photo credit: Billboard magazine

Музыка "Вконтакте"



"Меломаны, слушающие музыку "Вконтакте", могут быть спокойны. Владелец соцсети Павел Дуров не ведет переговоров с теми, кто собирается продавать музыку в России. Свою позицию относительно авторских прав на музыкальные файлы владелец "Вконтакте" озвучивал недавно в споре с медиадеятелем Леонидом Бершидским. Дуров пояснил, что "эта механика /продажа музыкальных файлов/ обречена; рынок музыки в СНГ коллапсирует, и дальше будет только хуже... Мы несколько раз исследовали рынок музыки и его эластичность: в России не готовы платить за скачивание музыки ни копейки. Зато готовы платить готовые суммы за посещение концертов".

Между тем пользователи "Вконтакте" со вчерашнего вечера не на шутку перепугались, когда обнаружили, что не могут прослушать любимые аудиофайлы — все записи оказались просто удалены. Сейчас пользователей успокаивают, что это всего лишь баг, которые совсем скоро ликвидируют."

Hilary Duff Sitting On An Alice In Chains Bench Is The Opposite Of Sad Keanu (PHOTO)

Hilary Duff sits on an Alice In Chains bench.
Hilary Duff sitting on an Alice In Chains bench is just BEGGING to be Photoshopped...
You know something? We NEVER would have pegged former Disney starlet and new mom Hilary Duff as an Alice In Chains fan. I mean, we say that for all of the obvious reasons -- most Alice In Chains Stans tend to be on the testosterone-y side. Like, lots of flannel, long hair, '90s nostalgia, and maybe some pent-up authority issues. But now that we're seeing Hilary chilling on an Alice In Chains-emblazoned bus bench in Los Angeles, we're starting to question, like, EVERYTHING. Is the sky really blue? Did we really eat cereal for breakfast this morning? Does Pad Thai taste good? Or, maybe we should just blurt out a signature Keanu Reeves "WHOA." Because that's all we can do -- stare dumbly at the computer screen with a blank, derp-y expression.
Check out more photos of Hilary Duff sitting on an Alice In Chains bench...

New Video: Citizen, 'The Summer'

Citizen rock a house party in their new video, "The Summer."
Citizen get grunged out in their new video, for "The Summer."
Just when we thought they'd run out of musical genres to smash together, an inventive band comes along and surprises us. We should probably learn to expect that going forward. So it goes with Citizen, whose new video, for "The Summer," is definitely, without a doubt, the year's best grunge-core track. (Granted, there are only a few existing grunge-core songs, but we love it anyway.)
Watch Citizen's "The Summer"...

So soon. The whole year with you.


Star Spotting: Simon Cowell Hangs With Demi Lovato And Paulina Rubio, Is Never Not Surrounded By Beautiful Women (PHOTO)

Demi Lovato and Paulina Rubio pose with Simon Cowell who looks a little TOO happy about it.
Lookie here: Simon Cowell's hanging out with the girls-only "X Factor" posse!
For this upcoming season of "The X Factor," we thought it was gonna be three "X Factor" girls against one probably terrified Simon Cowell. But apparently Paulina Rubio, Demi Lovato, and Kelly Rowland (not pictured above, but obvs there in spirit) are open to including Simon in the love fest every now and then! And can we just say that Simon looks straight PLEASED with himself? Because somehow he's fashioned a life where he gets to be surrounded by gorgeous women all the time? Which obviously includes the above ladies, as well as former "X Factor" judge Britney Spears.
We also have to point out that this entire crew is giving SERIOUS face right here! Demi is all "girl next door with bangin' blonde hair"/"Made In The USA" smiles, Paulina is werquing a major model pose, and Simon is just thrilled to be around all that estrogen! In fact, on Paulina's ability to give UNREAL face, Demi captioned: "WERK PAU PAU!!!!" We totally agree, and we can't wait to see how this bestie dynamic unfolds onscreen. Specifically: whether or not the besties can stay besties once the competition gets heated. This tight-knit posse might look all kissy-kissy right now, but at the end of the day, we both know that each judge will stop at NOTHING to win. Even if that means going into the frenemy zone. Oops, did we say that out loud? It's not our fault, they were thinking it too!
Photo credit: @ddlovato

WMC Bites (6/12/13): The Wanted's Forthcoming Album Will Feature Justin Bieber, Rita Ora, And More

The Wanted's album to feature Justin Bieber, Rita Ora; watch clips from Demi Lovato's e-book + Kendrick Lamar, Miguel are among "BET Awards" performers in today's Buzz Bites.
The Wanted's next album features Justin Bieber, Rita Ora and Dr. Luke.
+ The Wanted have a few guest features on their forthcoming album. Max George told The Sun that Justin Bieber, Rita Ora, Dr. Luke, and Nasri all make appearances. (Idolator)
+ Demi Lovato recently released her "Demi" e-book, which features never-before-seen video footage and interviews. Check out a clip where she says of her album, Demi, "I wrote about personal experiences and became more candid about them." (MTV News)
+ Kendrick Lamar, Miguel, R. Kelly, and Chris Brown are among the performers slated for the "2013 BET Awards." The show airs June 30. (Idolator)
+ Kanye West's not prone to doing interviews (nor apparently dropping singles on radio), but he offered up an amazing interview to the New York Times' Jon Caramanica, where he discussed his art, becoming a father, his apology to Taylor Swift, standing up for Justin Timberlake, and more. (New York Times)
+ Hear Ed Sheeran's cover of Bob Dylan's classic "Masters Of War." He performed the song as part of ONE's agit8 initiative campaign; it features protest songs on the organization's site, which is dedicated to ending extreme poverty. (Idolator)
+ In "Coolest Prom Ever" news, watch Jason Derulo crash California's Culver City High School prom. "I'm excited 'cause I didn't go to my prom, so this will be my prom. Let's celebrate, let's go," he said before surprising the students with a performance. (Just Jared Jr.)
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Star Spotting: Carly Rae Jepsen Joins The 'Taylor Swift Surprised Face' Club (PHOTO)

Carly Rae Jepsen nails Taylor Swift's surprised face while in Canada.
Carly Rae Jepsen NAILS Taylor Swift's signature surprised face!
We'd like to congratulate Carly Rae Jepsen on officially being inducted into the "Taylor Swift Surprised Face" club! It's a coveted (and totally made up) organization that Niall Horan, Katy Perry, Lana Del Rey, and a gazillion more famous people also belong to! Oh, and if you're wondering how you can apply for a membership... Well, you can't. It's only for super talented/famous pop stars. (We realize that this means we can't even be a member of a club we made up, but whatever -- rules are rules.)
The "Tonight I'm Getting Over You" singer was snapped looking all kinds of shocked while visiting a radio station in Toronto to promote a new line of beauty products. But now we're wondering what made Carly look so shocked in the first place! Did she spot an old BFF? Were there a BILLION adoring fans waiting to greet her outside the radio station? Did she see some adorbz puppies in the window?? Because that is the EXACT face we make when WE spy puppies from across the street! We're just going to guess that ALL three of these things happened. After all, it takes a LOT to conjure up a true "Taylor Swift Surprise" face.
Photo credit: Pacific Coast News/ PictureGroup

New Song: Kelly Rowland Featuring Wiz Khalifa, 'Gone' (NSFW)

Listen to Kelly Rowland's "Gone" featuring Wiz Khalifa.
Kelly Rowland and Wiz Khalifa collaborate on "Gone."
Her Talk A Good Game disc won't officially drop until June 18, but that doesn't mean Kelly Rowland (i.e Kellendria!) hasn't provided us with an ample taste of what's to come. We've already heard Kelly's emotionally revealing "Dirty Laundry," followed by the sultry "You've Changed" featuring her Destiny's Child sisters, Beyoncé and Michelle Williams. Now, Kelly's still on her collaboration train with her latest single, "Gone," featuring Sebastian's proud daddy, Wiz Khalifa!
Listen to Kelly Rowland's "Gone" featuring Wiz Khalifa after the jump.
Over a lively beat produced by Chuck Harmony, "Gone" features a hefty sample from Joni Mitchell's "Big Yellow Taxi." As the lush track plays, Kel coos about a dude who effed with her heart: "There's a million ways that I could tell you/ But I think I would rather show you that it's over/ And I won't be back no more."
Following her track, Wiz chimes in with a few words in his defense: "I been here before/ And you know Kelly never lied/ So you can get your stuff/ And get to going/ I'll get back to getting high." (Nice, Wiz. Real nice. Don't you go pulling that ish on Amber Rose!)
Anyway, we're not sure if the dude Kelly sings about in "Gone" is the same scrub who wronged her in "Dirty Laundry," but either way, we're suuuuper into her badass "kick 'em to the curb" moment. And the best part is she's probably kicking in seven-inch Louboutins.
Photo credit: @KellyRowland

Star Spotting: Is This The Real Taylor Swift Or A Flawless Barbie Doll? (PHOTO)

Taylor Swift looks like a perfect doll while arriving to a Captial FM event.
Is Taylor Swift a real-life Barbie Doll?!
Let's play a game, shall we? Is this the real-life Taylor Swift, or is it a life-size Taylor Swift-themed Barbie Doll? Time's up (we can't contain the truth any longer) -- it's the real Taylor! We know what you're thinking: How can this be a breathing human with those AH-MAZING legs for days, that perfected posture, and not one single hair out of place!? But then we remember that SHE IS ALWAYS THIS PERFECT, and then we feel silly for even playing this game.
The "Everything Has Changed" singer was snapped arriving to Capital FM's Summertime Ball event in London this past weekend looking like she just stepped out of the flawless factory. (And yes, we like to imagine this is a real place where Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Selena Gomez also came from.) But honestly, we're starting to think that Taylor has some SUPER rare chromosomes that allow her to CONSTANTLY look perfect on camera. Does anyone know how hard it is to look this good when you're bombarded by color-draining camera flashes? Impossible! So either Taylor is superhuman, or she really is a beautiful toy that has somehow magically came to life. (Hey, we've seen Tyra Banks in "Life-Size" -- it could totally happen.)
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WMC Bites (6/10/13): The Wanted's Nathan Sykes Returns To The Stage After Vocal Surgery


The Wanted's Nathan Sykes performs after vocal surgery, watch Miley Cyrus twerk at Juicy J's concert + listen to J. Cole's "Born Sinner" ahead of its release in today's Buzz Bites.
The Wanted's Nathan Sykes has returned to work after having vocal surgery in April.
+ The Wanted's Nathan Sykes performed with the band for the first time last night since undergoing vocal surgery in April. He surprised the crowd at London's Wembley Stadium where he appeared to sing his solo during "I Found You." (MTV News)
+ Check out Miley Cyrus twerking during Juicy J's show at Los Angeles' House Of Blues on Saturday. The "We Can't Stop" singer worked her moves while Juicy J performed the NSFW "Bandz A Make Her Dance." "The crowd went crazy!" he tweeted afterwards. (Idolator)
+ J. Cole's Born Sinner is not officially out until June 18, but he's streaming it in its entirety via his website. "Thank you for the love. Rather than acting like the leak didn't happen, here's the official album stream for those who haven't heard it," he tweeted. (RapFix)
+ In this week's Billboard cover story, Janelle Monáe reveals that Prince and Miguel will guest on her sophomore album, The Electric Lady. Miguel sings on "Primetime," and she says of Prince, "It's not every day that he collaborates. I'm honored and humbled that he trusted me." (Billboard)
+ Watch Nick Jonas hanging out with Joseph and Noah, two young aspiring musicians. Nick listens to them play guitar and mandolin, and then plays a tune for them. He also gives the kids sage advice, telling them to learn to play the drums, too. "Once girls start breaking your hearts, you can go get angry," he advises. (E!)
+ Big Sean and Eminem had a studio session in April, and while Big Sean didn't reveal to MTV News if what they worked on would appear on his or Em's next album, he did promise one thing: "Big Sean and Eminem? It's gotta be a Detroit classic." (MTV News)
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New Song: J. Cole Featuring Kendrick Lamar, 'Forbidden Fruit' (NSFW)

J. Cole spits fire about getting the props he's due on "Forbidden Fruit" featuring Kendrick Lamar.
J. Cole spits fire about getting the props he's due on "Forbidden Fruit."
J. Cole is rapping like he's got something to prove on "Forbidden Fruit," the next single from his forthcoming sophomore album, Born Sinner, out June 18. But why such a chip on his shoulder? As one of the premier rhymers and producers in the game, along with personal co-signs from Jay-Z, you would THINK that dude had absolutely zero reason to feel insecure. But on this new track, J outright demands the respect he feels he's earned, and even enlists the help of the Hottest MC In The Game of 2012, Kendrick Lamar. Y'know, just for that extra push.
Listen to J. Cole featuring Kendrick Lamar's "Forbidden Fruit"...

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Star Spotting: Austin Mahone Shows Off His NYC Swag! (PHOTO)

Austin Mahone has the entire NYC subway line on his shirt!
If you ever get lost in NYC, just reference Austin Mahone's shirt!
While some of us prefer that famous "I Heart NY" T-shirt sold at pretty much every tourist trap in Manhattan, Austin Mahone's showing his Big Apple pride with this AH-MAZING subway map shirt. That'll totally come in handy if you get lost underground! Yeah, we know all you high-tech smartphone users are probably saying, "Psh, there's an app for that." And that's true, but think about it: Would you rather get lost on the train (that probably has no cell service, because, hello, UNDERGROUND) with your phone OR with resident NYC Stan Austin Mahone?
The MTV Artist To Watch was snapped arriving for an interview on The Elvis Duran Show in New York City, and despite the fact that he was probably driven around via private car, he still came prepared to take on NYC's public transportation in style. (Either that or he wanted to show off his incredible T-shirt collection.) We also have to say: Austin's become quite the travel guru! At this point, he probably already knows all the must-see places in Japan and Mexico, and now it looks like he's an NYC subway expert! I mean, he's already got Times Square down pat! So in addition to his blossoming career as a pop star, Austin could very easily become a (VERY hunky) professional travel guide! (Heh, talk about wanderLUST.)
P.S. Speaking of Austin coming to NYC, make sure to livestream his "Live From WMC" interview this Monday, June 10 at 4 p.m. ET!
Photo credit: Getty Images

New Video: Sleeping With Sirens Featuring MGK, 'Alone'

Watch Sleeping With Sirens' "Alone" video featuring MGK.
Sleeping With Sirens and MGK get lost on an island in their "Alone" video.
We don't often go "WUUUT!?" when listening to music, but today is not one of those days. Because, despite our major fandom, we kinda had that feeling after hearing Sleeping With Sirens' "Alone," which sounds like it was engineered in the lab of some sort of evil scientist hell bent on world destruction. The Orlando scene-core act also take that evil scientist / world destruction concept literally in their "Alone" video, which depicts the five-piece trapped in a scary-looking sci-fi predicament in with hip-hop mainstay MGK. Will they make it out alive? Will the power of rock and roll save us all? And WTF is MGK doing here? We'll have to watch to find out!
Watch Sleeping With Sirens' "Alone" video featuring MGK.

New Video: The Lonely Biscuits, 'Casual Vibes'

Watch The Lonely Biscuits' "Casual Vibes" video.
The Lonely biscuits chill around Nashville in their "Casual Vibes" video.
We suggest getting acquainted with The Lonely Biscuits (otherwise known as Grady Wenrich, John Paterini, Sam Gidley, and Nick Byrd), like, immediately. Or preferably yesterday, if possible. We've been into the Nashville-based bros for a minute now (TLB Stans for life!), but things got even more serious when the boys, who all met at Belmont University, FULLY snagged this year's Chevrolet Sonic College Artist Woodie, andthen performed at the actual 2013 mtvU Woodies Festival.
Now, the almost too-cool-for-school bros (we say "almost" because only fifty percent of the band has long hair) have dropped a brand-new video, aptly titled "Casual Vibes." And it's, well, casual! But it's the kind of nonchalant that only truly relaxed people (i.e. not us!) could achieve. Like, Fourth-of-July-BBQ-scene-in-a-J. Crew-catalog casual. But with less khaki.
Watch The Lonely Biscuits' "Casual Vibes" video.

WMC Bites (6/7/13): Justin Bieber Books A Trip To Space!

Justin Bieber books a trip to space, watch Selena Gomez in "The Getaway" film trailer + grab Hunter Hayes' "Light Me Up" track for free in this edition of Buzz Bites.
Justin Bieber will be joining other A-listers on Virgin Galactic, which will be heading to space.
+ Justin Bieber has booked a seat on the Virgin Galactic, whose rockets will fly 62 miles above Earth when they launch. The first flight could potentially depart before year's end. "Let's shoot a music video in SPACE!! #nextLEVEL," Justin tweeted. (MTV News)
+ Watch the trailer for the action thriller flick "Getaway," which stars Selena Gomez and Ethan Hawke. The movie opens Aug. 30. (MTV News)
+ Hunter Hayes' Encore album won't be released until June 18, but in the meantime he's offering fans "Light Me Up" as a free download. Grab it now. (MTV News)
+ Alicia Keys is the cover gal for Marie Claire U.K.'s July issue. She opens up in the magazine about her relationship with her hubby, Swizz Beatz. "I think we've taught each other a lot. He's taught me to live more fully and I think I've taught him to live more deeply." (Rap-Up)
+ Check out Miguel's narration in episode 5 of J. Cole's Born Sinner web series. Miguel discusses his thoughts on music artistry and fame in the three-minute video. J. Cole's Born Sinner album drops June 18. (RapFix)
+ Taylor Swift has been added as a presenter for Canada's "MuchMusic Video Awards." The show airs June 16 and will be broadcast in the U.S. via Fuse. (Billboard)
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Watch Austin Mahone's 'What About Love' Video Preview, And Livestream His 'Live From MTV' Interview This Monday, June 10 At 4 p.m. ET!

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Austin Mahone busts a move in his "What About Love" video preview.
Mahomies! Who's ready to see a new Austin Mahone video?! So are we! Like, BORN READY. And, yeah, OK, Austin's new "What About Love" video isn't QUITE ready to view (it'll premiere in full this Monday, June 10), but we DO have a fantastic 30-second preview to share. And maybe you're thinking, "But Buzzworthy! Why so BRIEF?" Not to worry! Monday will be here before you know it. And in the meantime, you can press "repeat" on this ultra-dancey 30-second preview.
Watch a preview of Austin Mahone's "What About Love" video...

Watch Diddy Bust A Move In Front Of His Private Jet On #DiddyJetDance (NSFW) (VIDEO)

Diddy posted a video him dancing outside of his private plane on Vimeo which he hashtagged #DiddyJetDance.
We wanna join in on your Jet Dance, Diddy, but this trend looks little expensive.
Diddy is an undeniable trendsetter (in addition to being an amazing rapper/producer/businessman/"Downton Abbey" actor). Seriously, if you and Diddy are at the same party, then you're definitely in the right place. (Also, we'd love some invites to your parties, Diddy.) So when the Bad Boy President pioneers a new video meme,#DiddyJetDance, you'd better believe it'll take the world by storm (or create some in-flight turbulence). Don't try this one on your next commercial airline!*
Watch Diddy's #DiddyJetDance outside of his private jet.