Scott Shetler is a Chicago-based freelance writer whose words can be found on PopCrush, Diffuser and other music, pop culture and travel websites. He has interviewed a wide range of artists, from Anthony Kiedis to Weird Al Yankovic and from Amanda Palmer to Taylor Hanson. He freely acknowledges an inexplicable obsession with the music of cheesy ‘80s pop duo Air Supply.
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Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Perform ‘Thrift Shop’ on ‘Ellen’
After 'Thrift Shop' by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis reached No. 1 on the R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, dethroning Rihanna's 'Diamonds' after 14 weeks at the top, it was the right time for the duo to complete its infiltration of Middle America with a performance of the song on 'Ellen.'
Alicia Keys, Katy Perry + More to Perform at Obama’s Inaugural Ball
Katy Perry was a big supporter of President Obama during the 2012 presidential campaign, and Alicia Keys sang 'No One' at his 2009 inauguration. Both stars are among a diverse group of musicians lined up for the Inaugural Balls on Monday as Obama is officially sworn in for a second term.
Jessie Ware Performs ‘Wildest Moments’ on ‘Jimmy Fallon’
Why does the U.K. always get the hottest new acts first? From One Direction to Ed Sheeran to the Saturdays, many of today's stars exploded overseas before they arrived here in America. The latest example is singer-songwriter Jessie Ware, who appeared on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' last night after a year of racking up hits in England.
Alicia Keys Announces Set the World on Fire Tour With Miguel
People's Choice Awards performer Alicia Keys is taking her live show to arenas across the U.S. and Canada starting in March. Her Set the World on Fire Tour includes 24 dates spaced out over six weeks, with a stellar opening act in R&B star Miguel.
2013 BRIT Nominations: Coldplay, Rihanna + Amy Winehouse Honored
'Princess of China' might make Coldplay and Rihanna the musical kings and queen of Britain. RiRi and Chris Martin's band are among the leading contenders for the 2013 BRIT Awards. The annual U.K. awards show today (Jan. 10) revealed its list of nominees, which also included a surprise nod for the late Amy Winehouse.
Sky Ferreira Makes Her TV Debut on ‘Jimmy Fallon’
Sky Ferreira has been "the next big thing" for a couple years now, and after repeated album delays, she may finally be on her way, if her performance Monday night on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' is any indication. The 20-year-old made her television debut with a performance of 'Everything Is Embarrassing' with Fallon's house band, the Roots.
Pink Slapped With $36K Lawsuit by Former Producers
You're not a real superstar performer these days if somebody isn't suing you for something. Pink is the latest star to be hit with litigation after her former producers filed suit for more than $36K in unpaid royalties for songs they worked on way back in 1999.
Redfoo of LMFAO Drops New Song ‘Bring Out the Bottles’
LMFAO may be on hiatus, but nothing will stop Redfoo from party rocking. The afro-loving frontman has dropped a new electropop song called 'Bring Out the Bottles' in which he promises to keep the bubbly flowing.
Inquest into Amy Winehouse’s Death Reopened
More than a year after an inquest into Amy Winehouse's July 2011 death -- which found that the singer died from alcohol poisoning -- reports have surfaced that the coroner was unqualified for her position.
Justin Bieber Acoustic Album Dropping in January
That new acoustic Justin Bieber album is coming out way sooner than everyone expected. The Biebs stopped by 'Ellen' to announce the record will be coming out next month, January 2013!