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New music: Blood Orange – ‘You’re Not Good Enough’

Blood Orange, aka producer Dev Hynes, has premiered new track You’re Not Good Enough.

Taken from Hynes’ forthcoming anticipated LP Cupid Deluxe, due next month, the funky You’re Not Good Enough takes cues from Chic-hitmaker Nile Rodgers, whilst synths are thrown aplenty (yet subtly) to turn this into a feel-good ballad.

Wonderful.

Adam Lambert premieres ‘Marry The Night’ ahead of Glee debut

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Further to officially announcing his appearance in the hit show earlier this month, Adam Lambert has premiered his first solo Glee performance, alongside new pictures from his highly-anticipated debut in the hit US series.

Adam makes his debut as Elliott “Starchild” Gilbert in the upcoming fourth episode of the program, A Katy Or A Gaga, which premieres on November 7th in America. The episode will air in the UK on Sky1 on November 15th.

Take a listen to Lambert’s cover of Lady Gaga’s Marry The Night from the hit show, below:

UPDATE: Adam Lambert talks about his new role on Glee as “Elliott,” and how American Idol helped prepare him for his future in entertainment. Chris Colfer and Demi Lovato also share their thoughts on their talented co-star:

New music: Kwabs – ‘Last Stand’

After his impressive Spirit Fade hit the web earlier this year, vocalist Kwabs has premiered new track, Last Stand.

Taken from his as-yet-untitled forthcoming album, Last Stand, produced by Austrian producer SOHN, is a wonderful down-tempo sultry piece of experimental R&B. With sounds that hark between The Weeknd and James Blake, we’d be surprised if you don’t hit the play button time and time again.

Lovely stuff. Take a listen below:

Episode 2 of ‘Ja’mie Private School Girl’, airs down under

The second episode of the already-cult sitcom Ja’mie: Private School Girl, has aired in Australia, following last week‘s season premiere.

The series, which follows spoilt schoolgirl Ja’mie King’s return to Hillford Girls’ Grammar after a stint at state-owned Summer Heights High School, has already been met with acclaim, winning fans from all four corners.

Take a watch of the second episode below; be quick, it’s likely to be taken down soon.

Naughty Boy premieres ‘Think About It’ official video ft. Wiz Khalifa & Ella Eyre

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Arguably one of the finest producers to have come from the UK in recent years, Naughty Boy has premiered the official video of his Wiz Khalifa & Ella Eyre-featuring track, Think About It.

The track, taken from Naughty Boy’s brilliant debut LP Hotel Cabana, caps off a stellar year for the young producer, after claiming the UK No.1 spot with Sam Smith-assisted La La La earlier this summer, to supporting slots at this year’s iTunes Festival and 1Xtra Live.

We can’t wait to see what’s in the pipeline for 2014 for Naughty Boy; after his stellar shows at the aforementioned events, we’re keeping our fingers-crossed for an appearance at Glastonbury next year. Eavis family, take note.

Hit the iTunes link below to download Hotel Cabana, now; it’s definitely one for the collection.

Virgin America’s Safety Video will make you want to sit up and listen… (and dance?)

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US airline Virgin America have unveiled a new inflight safety video for their North American fleet.

Whilst only a small amount of people take note of inflight safety (and let’s face it, it’s the subject of much mocking), there’s obviously a serious message here. However, Virgin America have decided to have a little fun, and by doing so, they have created what could possibly one of the best commercial virals out there.

This is one safety video you’ll want to watch! Let us know your thoughts, and tweet about it using #VXsafetydance!

New music: Tinie Tempah – ‘Shape’ (ft Big Sean)

Tinie Tempah and G.O.O.D. Music’s Big Sean have reunited with new single, Shape.

The track, taken from Tinie’s forthcoming album Demonstration, follows the London rapper’s previous singles Trampoline, along with current release Children Of The Sun.

Take a listen to Shape below, and hit the iTunes link to preorder Demonstration, due out Monday 4th November.

Beyonce teases new song in ‘Life Is But A Dream’ DVD trailer

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Superstar Beyonce has teased a brand new song, titled God Made You Beautiful in the new trailer for the forthcoming DVD release of her documentary Life Is But A Dream.

The DVD, set for release on 25th November, will include an exclusive download of the new track for fans. The world has been waiting patiently for some confirmed new material from the R&B star, so hopefully this will be the start of a trickle of new music!

Click here to pre-order the DVD from Amazon!

Avicii confirms UK dates for 2014 European ‘True’ tour

EDM superstar Avicii has confirmed he is to play several UK shows next year as part of the European leg of his tour. The tour, aptly titled TrueTour, will showcase tracks from the star’s smash debut LP True, which features summer anthem Wake Me Up along with Nile Rodgers-produced Lay Me Down.

So far, only two dates have been confirmed for the UK leg – Manchester’s Phones 4U Arena (20th February 2014), and London’s Earls Court (21st February 2014), however it’s likely more will follow.

Tickets are to go on sale from Ticketmaster Friday 8th November. Click here to hit the presale.

Katy Perry speaks to….. Ja’mie King

Yep, you read that right! Private School Girl Ja’mie King got the call of her life earlier today when she managed to speak to her hero Katy Perry.

The call, which took place this morning on Kyle and Jackie O’s 2day FM Australian radio show, will certainly be a big hit of fans of the Private School Girl TV sitcom (as well as undoubtedly win Katy Perry a legion more fans for her partaking!).

Perry is currently in Australia promoting new album Prism. Check out the full call below and hit the iTunes link to download Prism, now:

Prism – UK Link
Prism – Australia Link
Prism – New Zealand Link