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Friday, December 28, 2012

The Best Damn Songs of 2012!

Wow, it's been so long since I last posted anything on this blog that I've almost forgotten what it's like! This following post recaps my personal favorite songs of 2012 and is dedicated to those of you who still follow me on Twitter and keep up with my nonsense every day. You guys are the best, I've always said it and I always will. Thanks for coming back and I wish everyone a very Happy New Year! Cheers. :)

#26. OneRepublic- "Feel Again"

#25. Muse- "Madness"

#24. The Band Perry- "Better Dig Two"

#23. The Lumineers- "Ho Hey"

#22. The Script Feat. Will.I.Am- "Hall of Fame"

#21. Florida Georgia Line- "Cruise"

#20. Miranda Lambert- "Over You"

#19. P!nk- "Try"

#18. No Doubt- "Push And Shove"

#17. Matchbox Twenty- "She's So Mean"

#16. Little Big Town- "Tornado"

#15. Karmin- "Hello"

#14. Kelly Clarkson- "Stronger"

#13. Gavin DeGraw- "Sweeter"

#12. Taylor Swift- "I Knew You Were Trouble"

#11. Maroon 5- "One More Night"

#10. Christina Aguilera & Blake Shelton- "Just A Fool"

#9. Phillip Phillips- "Home"

#8. Luke Bryan- "Drunk On You"

#7. Fun.- "Some Nights"

#6. Train- "Drive By"

#5. Gotye Feat. Kimbra- "Somebody That I Used to Know"

#4. Carrie Underwood- "Blown Away"

#3. Of Monsters and Men- "Little Talks"

#2. Jason Mraz- "I Won't Give Up"

#1. Imagine Dragons- "Radioactive"

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

All Good Things Come to An End...

I always knew this day would eventually come, but it's hard to believe it's here. Five years ago, I opened this blog looking to share my opinions on what was popular in the entertainment world, as well as introduce people with things they wouldn't have otherwise came across. It's been an incredible journey, five years dedicated to the blog and collecting three and half million page views in the process is something to be proud of. And I am.

Unfortunately, all good things come to an end. I started this blog when I was in my Senior year of High School with all the free time I could wish of. A lot has changed since then and I'm now more dedicated to my full time job, I'm dedicated to spending time with my friends and family, and that leaves less time for me to devote to the blog. I mentioned on Twitter yesterday: when a hobby starts to feel more like a chore, that's when I have to do something about it. As much as I loved keeping the blog updated, the past year I've become less involved and it's unfair to you for me to continue to run a blog if I'm not going to put 100% into it.

Over these five incredible years, I've achieved great things. I've gotten re-posted in other websites, referenced by other bloggers, acknowledged by PRs, record companies and artists. It's been one heck of a ride, and I couldn't be more thankful.

I want to endlessly thank every single person who has been a loyal and dedicated follower of this blog. It means the world to me that you took the time to stop by to see what was new. If you've been with me for the past five years, a special shout out to you! I apologize if this is unexpected, but I think judging by the decrease in post count, the majority of you could see it coming.

It's hard to say goodbye. I put hundreds of hours into this blog, and it sucks to see it end. Will I ever return? Most likely not. But I won't say never! I may come back one day, I don't know. You can keep in contact with me through Twitter! Any questions, ask me there. If I've got any announcements, this will be the place to find them. The blog may have come to an end, but my life continues.

GABE on TWITTER:
http://twitter.com/BestDamnBlog

Thank you!
As incredible as the sun shines, it always sets.

2007-2012

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Weekend Box Office: Despite Strong Competition, The Hunger Games is Still at #1!

Weekend Box Office

April 6-8, 2012

#1. The Hunger Games
Weekend Gross/Total Gross
($33,500,000 // $302,839,000)

#2. American Reunion
($21,50,000 // Debut)

#3. Titanic 3D
($17,350,000 // Debut)

#4. Wrath of the Titans
($15,000,340 // $58,899,000)

#5. Mirror Mirror

($11,000,000 // $36,473,000)

Kellie Pickler Live at American Idol

Kellie Pickler came in sixth place on Idol six years ago, and she's gone on to become more successful than most of the show's winners. Check her out performing her song "Where's Tammy Wynette" off her album 100 Proof in stores everywhere.

Hot Pick: Carly Rae Jepsen- "Call Me Maybe"

Carly Rae Jepsen is a Canadian singer who placed third five years ago on the Canadian Idol competition. Her new single "Call Me Maybe" has gained international popularity, reaching the #1 spot in Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and just reached the Top 10 in the US. Check it out above! Catchy song.