A professional pop culture junkie for more than 25 years, Jeff Giles regularly surfaces in a number of far-flung locations on the Web, including Rotten Tomatoes, Paste Magazine, Movies with Butter, PopCrush, Ultimate Classic Rock, Diffuser, and Loudwire. He's also the editor-in-chief of Popdose and its parent-oriented affiliate, Dadnabbit, and the author of the upcoming book "Llanview in the Afternoon: An Oral History of 'One Life to Live.'"
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Fans Break Beyonce’s Alleged ‘Photo Ban’ on Mrs. Carter Show Tour
Beyonce may not be handing out photo passes to the press on her latest tour, but don't worry -- we're still going to be seeing plenty of pictures from the shows.
Usher + Shakira Share the Love on ‘The Voice’
Chemistry is a fragile thing at the judges' table of any talent competition series -- just ask the producers of 'American Idol,' where ratings have been in decline for years -- so it seems likely that there was some nervousness behind the scenes of 'The Voice,' when Usher and Shakira plunked down in the big red chairs recently vacated by Cee Lo and Christina Aguilera.
Watch Miley Cyrus Surprise a Music Teacher with a New Piano [Video]
We hear a lot about how American schools continually need to battle for resources on behalf of their students, and few people would argue that we could do a better job of meeting those needs. That's where the Real Change Project comes in -- and with the help of an assortment of stars that includes Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Pitbull, and Jason Mraz, they're helping make a difference.
Ariana Grande Covers Whitney Houston [Video]
Thanks to Auto-Tune, it's just about impossible to hear anyone singing anymore without wondering if they're actually as talented as they sound.
Ariana Grande has received some flattering vocal comparisons to Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey lately, and while it's still too soon to say she deserves them, we can't fault her willingness to prove her pipes are real.
Alicia Keys + Maxwell Meet in the Big Easy for ‘Fire We Make’ Video
These days, pretty much anyone can make a video for next to nothing, so it's extra nice to see one that's been created with care and an actual budget. Case in point: This clip for Alicia Keys' duet with Maxwell, 'Fire We Make.'
Preview the New Backstreet Boys Album
Don't look now, children of the '90s, but the Backstreet Boys are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year -- and they're marking the occasion with the release of a new album.
Michael Buble Gives Up ‘Impersonation’ on New Album
Michael Buble's new album, 'To Be Loved,' is due on April 23, and while it contains the same blend of covers, originals, and duets that fans have come to expect, he says fans will actually hear more of the real Buble in this set of songs.
Taylor Swift Outselling Exes Harry Styles, Joe Jonas + John Mayer in Concert Tickets
It's often said that revenge is a dish best served cold -- but as Taylor Swift is finding out, it's also pretty good if you can serve it in front of thousands of screaming fans.
Learn Just How Ariana Grande’s ‘The Way’ Became a Huge Hit
She's been on Broadway, helped anchor a hit Nickelodeon sitcom, and she's getting ready to star in her own spinoff series -- but for the moment, Ariana Grande might be best known for her hit single 'The Way,' currently ensconced in Billboard's Top 10 (and rising).
‘Glee’ Star Mark Salling Praises Cory Monteith’s Public Rehab Stint
Cory Monteith's recent rehab stint might be affecting production at 'Glee,' but his costars understand that his health comes before the show -- and Mark Salling, for one, knows that what Monteith's going through requires large round objects.
Katy Perry to Be Featured at ASCAP Expo
ASCAP is one of the world's largest performing rights organizations, which means it derives commissions from collecting songwriting royalties whenever an artist's music is played on the radio or television. And because ASCAP artist Katy Perry's hits are pretty much always playing somewhere, she's a logical choice for one of the guests of honor at this year's ASCAP Expo.
Jessica Sanchez Talks ‘Glee’ + New Album
In the months since concluding her stint on the show, former 'American Idol' runner-up Jessica Sanchez has had to patiently wait for her turn at the spotlight while winner Phillip Phillips saw his career take off -- but with her debut album around the corner and a 'Glee' appearance in the works, she's ready for her time to shine.