Buzz Track: Stargazer

I’ve been liking this Los Angeles indie pop band Fire In The Hamptons. Take a listen to the tracks Stargazer and Children Of The Sun. The band will open for Youngblood Hawke for KROQ Local’s Only Showcase on November 28th at The Roxy. Several tracks have been featured on MTV’s Jersey Shore as well as Gossip Girl.
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“The American Music Awards pulled in its lowest ever TV audience on Sunday, despite the presence of teen heart-throb Justin Bieber and Korean “Gangnam Style” sensation Psy.

According to ratings data issued on Monday, Sunday’s ceremony and performance show broadcast live on Walt Disney Co’s ABC television was watched by an average 9.5 million viewers – down from 12 million in 2011.

The annual show also dropped 21 percent of its viewers compared to last year in the key 18-49 demographic most prized by advertisers.

The American Music Awards was up against stiff competition this year from football, but ABC said the telecast was the top TV show of the night with women and teens.

But big stars like Katy Perry, Rihanna, Adele and Beyonce did not turn up for the show as it celebrated its 40th anniversary as an alternative to the Grammys.

Bieber, 18, was the top draw on Sunday, winning three awards including artist of the year and performing live twice. Read more here

Buzz Track:  Don’t Worry My Love

The Danish pop trio Terminal self released a new single titled Don’t Worry My Love.  This catchy pop track will have you singing the chorus in seconds. The band remains completely independent yet their music videos have aired on music channels such as MTV. They are often compared to the likes of Kings of Leon, MUSE, and Maroon 5, a mix of European and American rock/pop and with a twist of that unique Scandinavian sound.  The band just went home after a 3 month tour in LA. Check back with Kings for upcoming show dates.
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Justin Bieber started the American Music Awards off on bratty note.

“Justin Bieber took home the first award of the night at the 40th annual American Music Awards–Favorite Male Pop/Rock Artist–but instead of his usual positivity, he set a rather bratty tone for the remainder of the evening.

Instead of leading off with the usual accolades (you know: God, parents, hard-working staff, that sort of thing), Bieber chose the rubbing-in route for his thank-you speech. “This is for all the haters who thought I’d be around for 1, 2 years,” he announced, adding, “I feel like I’m gonna be here for a very long time.”

In all fairness, Bieber was already under scrutiny upon arrival to the show, due to the fact that his breakup with Selena Gomez had just become public only a week ago, and they’ve been bouncing back and forth from off to on to off again. So, it stands to reason that he might be feeling a little prickly.

At any rate, Bieber, who was left dateless after his separation, rose to the occasion by bringing his mom, Pattie Mallette, as his date to the awards show instead. Read more here

Buzz Track: Neverending Spirit

News Update: Kings favorite, Australian indie rock act  Monks Of Mellonwah will head to the US to perform at the 2012 LA Music Awards. The band just completed an Australian national tour and are preparing to record a new album with producer Keith Olsen. They have lined up several shows in LA as well as NYC for the month of December. This is another band to watch.
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