VH1'S Music Radar

VH1'S Music Radar

WED., March 1, 2006 - TUES., March 7, 2006

NEW YORK, March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Notable this week . . .

"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 Slade, 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.

What's on VH1.com?

Video Premiere

VH1 Classic Presents ...
David Gilmour: Video World Premiere - "On An Island" - (Columbia)

The Pink Floyd boss teams with Crosby & Nash on his first solo album in 22 years. The title track's video goes behind the scenes. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/gilmour_david/artist.jhtml

VH1 Soul Presents ...
Nya Jade: Video World Premiere! - "One Pill" - (Katano Records)

She's looking for the answers on a sunny San Francisco day. Get a first glimpse at this superb new R&B songstress with our video premiere! http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/nya_jade/artist.jhtml

Hear Music First
Goldfrapp: Supernature - (Mute)

She's an electro sexpot who brought Europe to its knees. Even Madonna wishes she could make disco as seductive as this. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/goldfrapp/1242982/album.jhtml

Javier: Left Of Center - (Capitol)

The guitar-slinging troubadour is determined to shake up R&B. His new album recalls funk masters like The Isleys. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/javier_r_b_/1242984/album.jhtml

The Little Willies: The Little Willies - (Milking Bull)

What do you get when Norah Jones and her friends decide to jam on some oldies? The most laid-back super-group around. http://www.vh1.com/artists/az/little_willies/1223920/album.jhtml

This Weeks Top 20 Countdown:
1. Beyonce featuring Slim Thug and Bun B "Check On It"
2. James Blunt "You're Beautiful"
3. Natasha Bedingfield "Unwritten"
4. Mary J. Blige "Be Without You"
5. Black Eyed Peas "Pump It"
6. Train "Cab"
7. Rob Thomas "Ever the Same"
8. Staind "Right Here"
9. All American Rejects "Dirty Little Secret"
10. Pink "Stupid Girls"
11. Jamie Foxx featuring Ludacris "Unpredictable"
12. Santana featuring Steven Tyler "Just Feel Better"
13. Madonna "Sorry"
14. Bon Jovi "Who Says You Can't Go Home"
15. KT Tunstall "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree"
16. Prince "Black Sweat"
17. Coldplay "Talk"
18. LL Cool J featuring Jennifer Lopez "Control Myself"
19. Jack Johnson "Upside Down"
20. Pussycat Dolls "Beep"

What's on VH1 Classic?

VH1 Classic presents "Smells Like the 90s" weekend beginning Saturday, March 4 at 2:00 PM/ET/11:00 AM/PT and Sunday, March 5 at 1:00 PM/ET/10:00 AM/PT during a four-hour video block. Throughout the weekend VH1 Classic will air favorite videos from 1990 to 1995 encompassing all genres, including rock, pop, R&B and alternative. Videos from some of the 90s hottest groups and artists include:

Sinead O'Connor -- "Nothing Compares 2 U"
Madonna -- "Vogue"
Alanis Morissette -- "Ironic"
U2 -- "One"
Sir Mix-A-Lot -- "Baby Got Back"
Soundgarden -- "Black Hole Sun"
Nirvana -- "Smells Like Teen Spirit"
Chris Isaak -- "Wicked Game"
Radiohead -- "Creep"
Mariah Carey -- "Vision of Love"
Seal -- "Crazy"
Black Crowes -- "She Talks To Angels"

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.

*all times ET/PT

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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