VH1's Music Radar

VH1's Music Radar

Wed., February 1, 2006 - Tues., February 7, 2006

NEW YORK, Feb. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Notable this week . . .

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Beginning Monday, February 6
Black Eyed Peas "Pump It"
Pink "Stupid Girls"
Staind "Right Here"
The Bravery "An Honest Mistake"
Matisyahu "King Without A Crown"
Morningwood "Nth Degree"

"You Oughta Know" -- VH1 fills you in on artists on the rise. Get acquainted with these essential new artists.

The Fray -- With the release of their debut album, "How to Save a Life," The Fray are ready to show the world that Denver actually is a "rock city." The timeless songs on their debut are soaring ballads with a ragged edge. Led by choir-trained singer Isaac Slades, the band invokes the sound of Coldplay mixed with Bright Eyes.

KT Tunstall -- KT Tunstall has become a sensation in Great Britain with her soulful style of songwriting. Her debut, "Eye to the Telescope," is an intimate album with a rock crunch that comes from an appreciation for the beats of Bo Diddley.

James Blunt -- This ex-soldier has gone from riding in tanks to topping the UK charts with the ballad "You're Beautiful," that Elton John has compared to his own hit "Your Song." The candor and catchiness of Back to Bedlam is the reason for Blunt's success -- the CD showcases a disarmingly tender voice that speaks with the heart of a true romantic.

Anthony Hamilton -- Soulful and smooth, Anthony Hamilton got his start at age ten singing in his church choir. The Charlotte, NC, native made the move to New York City in 1993 and has now become the new master of old-school soul, drawing comparisons to R&B legends Bill Withers and Bobby Womack.

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What's on VH1.com?

Black History Month On VH1.com!

All February VH1 celebrates Black History Month featuring the premieres of VH1 Goes Inside: Yo MTV Raps and VH1 Rock Docs: DMC My Adoption Journey.

On VH1.com we're taking the legacy even further, with radio stations that feature legends of African-American music, like Marvin Gaye and Chaka Khan. Our VSPOT playlists spotlight some of the best Live @ VH1.com performances by Faith Evans, John Legend, and more. Read exclusive interviews with Isaac Hayes, Mary J. Blige and Bow Wow in our 3 Generations of Soul feature. And look forward to VH1 Soul video world premieres, and special features on Miles Davis and Bob Marley launching later this month!

"With a turntable, a move, a joke, a rhyme, they inspired you to learn your history. Who will you inspire?" http://www.vh1.com/events/black_history_month/2006/

Hear Music First

Jack Johnson & Friends: Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies For The Film Curious George -- (Universal)

Music by the surfing singer Jack Johnson fill the new animated movie. Pals like Ben Harper join in and there's a White Stripes cover too. http://www.vh1.com/movies/movie/243016/moviemain.jhtml?popThis=popMovieHMF(119 6445)

KT Tunstall: Eye To The Telescope -- (Virgin)

There's lots of buzz around this talented Scottish songwriter. Her impressive debut is packed with catchy tunes and a passionate attitude. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/tunstall__kt/1242844/album.jhtml?popThis=playIt

Live @ vh1.com
Fiona Apple: Live @ VH1.com -- (Epic)

Her long-awaited Extraordinary Machine was one of last year's best albums. She gave a powerful performance of its highlights in our studio. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/apple_fiona/m/artists/az/apple_fiona/videos.jhtm l#live

This Weeks Top 20 Countdown:
1. Beyonce featuring Slim Thug and Bun B "Check On It"
2. Pussycat Dolls "Stickwitu"
3. James Blunt "You're Beautiful"
4. Mariah Carey "Don't Forget About Us"
5. Nickelback "Photograph"
6. All American Rejects "Dirty Little Secret"
7. Goo Goo Dolls "Better Days"
8. Natasha Bedingfield "Unwritten"
9. Mary J. Blige "Be Without You"
10. Rob Thomas "Ever the Same"
11. Eminem "When I'm Gone"
12. Train "Cab"
13. INXS "Pretty Vegas"
14. U2 "The Original of the Species"
15. Jamie Foxx featuring Ludacris "Unpredictable"
16. Santana featuring Steven Tyler "Just Feel Better"
17. Kanye West featuring Adam Levine "Heard 'Em Say"
18. Prince "Te Amo Corazon"
19. Gwen Stefani "Luxurious"
20. Jack Johnson "Upside Down"

What's on VH1 Classic?

VH1 Classic presents "VH1 Classic in Concert: Judas Priest: Rising in the East," the new concert premieres on Friday, February 3 at 9:00 PM and showcases live, full-concert performances from some of the greatest names in rock, pop & soul. The concert will re-air on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

On Sunday, February 5 at 6:00 PM VH1 Classic premieres "Hangin' With Lisa Loeb." Loeb sits down with VH1 Classic host Lynn Hoffman to discuss her new record, "The Very Best of Lisa Loeb," becoming the very first artist to have a # 1 pop single without being signed to a major record label and what is next on the singer's plate. Loeb also performed two of her hits including "Stay (I Missed You)" from the "Reality Bites" film soundtrack and her acclaimed, "I Do" which was from the Grammy nominated album "Firecracker."

Launched in May 2000, VH1 Classic is a 24-hour network that presents music videos, concerts and music specials featuring classic rock, soul and pop artists from the 60s, 70s and 80s. Featured artists include The Beatles, The Stones, Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin, Marvin Gaye, The Who, Stevie Wonder, The Police and many more.

Contacts: Lori Hornik/VH1

212-846-7131

Source: VH1

CONTACT: Lori Hornik of VH1, +1-212-846-7131

Web site: http://www.vh1.com/
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