“Christina Aguilera has the vocal chops, the look, the strut and millions of new fans thanks to her stint as a judge on TV singing contest “The Voice.”

The singer, who had global hits with “Genie in a Bottle” and the female empowerment ballad “Beautiful” more than 10 years ago, bids to reclaim her status as one of the world’s biggest pop stars with her new album, “Lotus,” released on Tuesday.

Aguilera, 31, says the title and the mixture of dance-pop, ballads and rock-tinged tracks reflect the hopes and disappointments of recent years that saw her 2010 tour for album “Bionic” canceled, a divorce and the box-office flop of her debut feature film, the musical “Burlesque. Lotus represents the unbreakable flower that stands the test of time. No matter the roughest of weather conditions, it remains strong and continues to thrive. (The album) is a nod to my fans who have been here with me the whole journey, and a nod to myself,” she said.

“Music industry experts say Aguilera’s popularity on “The Voice” – where her powerhouse performances leave aspiring pop stars in the dust – may not guarantee huge album sales and won’t give the singer a No. 1 hit.” Read more here.

Buzz Track: Salt
Justin Paul Lewis is a singer-songwriter rooted in Louisville, KY who has opened for Lucinda Williams, Norah Jones, Lyle Lovett, and John Hiatt. After listening to the track Salt which comes off the upcoming EP, you’ll notice he takes cues from Dave Matthews, but nevertheless discovers new territory. Kings will announce upcoming show dates.
Contact: justinlewismusic@gmail.com

U2 frontman Bono is back in action with his ONE Campaign, and he has a message to the USA – do not forget about foreign aid.

“Irish rocker and anti-poverty campaigner Bono will appeal to Democrats and Republicans during a visit to Washington this week to spare U.S. development assistance programs from cuts as Congress tries to avert the looming “fiscal cliff” of tax hikes and spending reductions early next year.”

The U2 lead singer’s visit comes as the Obama administration and congressional leaders try to forge a deal in coming weeks to avoid the economy hitting the “fiscal cliff” – tax increases and spending cuts worth $600 billion starting in January if Congress does not act. Read more here.

1) Hurricane Love – Only Human
2) The Wrecking – View From The Top
3) Kongos – Come With Me Now
4) Kris Orlowski – Mountains
5) Dylan Gardner – Mona Lisa
6) Dynasty Electric – Eyes Wide Open
7) The Unlikely Candidates – Follow My Feet
8) Katy Glorioso – Lights

Kings favorite Burning Jet Black released a new video this month for the track ‘No Soul‘. Their last video for the track Magazine Girl already garnered 60,000+ YouTube streams. The band consist of members of the Los Angeles based band The Whiskey Saints and fans of The Black Keys and The Doors will fall in love with this band.
Contact: david@burningjetblack.com