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Top 10 Halloween Songs
A soundtrack of spooky songs and eerie sound effects is a vital part of any great Halloween party. This is a list of 10 of the best pop songs to make your Halloween memorable.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 05-06-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 100 Pop Songs - 1990's
Top 100 pop songs of the 1990's - slots 100-91
Top 10 Friendship Songs
Friendship songs are some of the most touching in pop music. This is a list of 10 of the best and most memorable.
Robin Thicke and Paula Patton
Robin Thicke and Paula Patton on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
Rihanna
Rihanna on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 09-23-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Party Songs
This is an all-purpose collection of guaranteed party hits. Front-loaded with recent favorites and sprinkled with some true classics.
Top 10 Graduation Songs - 2008
An updated list for 2008. These are 10 of the best songs to use to celebrate graduation ceremonies. Beyond "Pomp and Circumstance," these songs will help make the occasion a memorable one for everyone involved.
Top 10 Hip Pop Artists
The top 10 artists to load into your iPod if you want to look hip. The music of these artists is guaranteed to boost your street cred. The list includes U2, Norah Jones, Outkast, White Stripes, and many more.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 09-30-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 5 Free Music Downloads
The 5 best free music download sites online. All of these allow free and legal downloading of mp3 files.
Top 100 Songs 2007
The 100 best pop songs of the year 2007.
Top 10 Prom Songs 2008
List of 10 of the hottest prom songs for 2008. Chris Brown, Lifehouse, Jonas Brothers, and OneRepbulic are among the artists included in the list.
Top 10 Songs - Summer 2008
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2008. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Top 10 Love Songs - Weddings
Love songs are a fundamental part of pop music. This is the top 10 love songs that are appropriate for a wedding.
Top 10 Pop Eye Candy 2006
RBD are among the sexiest pop stars of 2006.
Top 10 Boy Bands
The top 10 boy bands of all time from the Monkees to B2K. Both American and British groups are included.
Rihanna - "Disturbia"
"Disturbia" is a single from the re-release of Rihanna's "Good Girl Gone Bad" album. It features co-writing and background vocals from Chris Brown.
Rihanna - American Music Awards 2007
Rihanna - American Music Awards 2007
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2005
Top 100 pop songs of 2005 - slots 100-91
1990 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1990. Sinead O'Connor, Madonna, Tom Petty, Janet Jackson, Rod Stewart, and Mariah Carey are among those included. Remember songs like "Nothing Compares 2 U," "Vogue," "Free Fallin'," "Downtown Train," and "Groove Is In the Heart."
Top 10 Pop Eye Candy 2007
Haley Williams is one of the sexiest pop stars of 2007.
All Time Pop Singalong Songs
Part of what makes pop music memorable is the ability to sing along with your favorite hit song. This list narrows the field down to 10 of the absolute favorites for singing along of all time.
Top 10 Love Songs - Romance
Love songs are a fundamental part of pop music. This is the top 10 love songs that deal with the period when two people twine together as one - romance.
1993 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1993. Dr. Dre, R.E.M. and Soul Asylum are included. Songs featured include "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)," "What's Up?," "Runaway Train," and "Man On the Moon."
1999 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1999. Britney Spears, Santana, Rob Thomas, Cher, and Ricky Martin are among the artists included. Featured songs include "...Baby One More Time," "Smooth," "Believe," and "Livin' La Vida Loca."
Top 10 Graduation Songs - 2006
These are 10 of the best songs to use to celebrate graduation ceremonies. Beyond "Pomp and Circumstance," these songs will help make the occasion a memorable one for everyone involved.
Top 10 Love Songs: Ever After
Love songs are a fundamental part of pop music. This is the top 10 love songs that celebrate a relationship that lives on happily ever after.
1992 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1992. Nirvana, Whitney Houston, U2 and Boyz II Men are included. Songs featured include "Smells Like Teen Spirit," "I Will Always Love You," "Mysterious Ways," and "The End Of the Road."
Top 10 Reggae Hits
The top reggae pop hits of all time. Includes descriptions of songs by Shaggy, Sean Paul, Beenie Man, Ziggy Marley, Johnny Nash and more.
1991 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1991. R.E.M., Gloria Estefan, Boyz II Men, and C&C Music Factory are included. Songs featured include "Losing My Religion," "Gonna Make You Sweat," and "Coming Out Of the Dark."
Top 10 Driving Songs
Driving songs range far and wide. These are a top 10 of pop driving songs. They are not necessarily about driving, but they just sound great while driving the car.
1995 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1995. Mariah Carey, TLC, and Coolio are among the artists included. Featured songs include "Fantasy," "Waterfalls," "Kiss From a Rose," and "Gangsta's Paradise."
1994 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1994. Sheryl Crow, Bruce Springsteen, and Madonna are among the artists included. Featured songs include "All I Wanna Do," "Here Comes the Hotstepper," and "Streets Of Philadelphia."
1998 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1998. Madonna, Jay-Z, Backstreet Boys, and Deborah Cox are among the artists included. Featured songs include "Ray Of Light," "Hard Knock Life," "Everybody," "Nobody's Supposed To Be Here," and "Adia."
1997 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1997. Smash Mouth, Hanson, Shawn Colvin, Puff Daddy, and Dave Matthews Band are among the artists included. Featured songs include "Walking On the Sun," "MMMBop," "Sunny Came Home," and "I'll Be Missing You."
Top 10 Graduation Songs - 2007
An updated list for 2007. These are 10 of the best songs to use to celebrate graduation ceremonies. Beyond "Pomp and Circumstance," these songs will help make the occasion a memorable one for everyone involved.
Top 10 Pop Songs About War
War, in particular opposition to war, has been a frequent topic of pop songs. This is a collection of 10 of the best and most influential. Not all pop songs about war have been against war as this list indicates.
Rihanna Quiz
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Top 100 Pop Songs of 2006
Top 100 pop songs of 2006 - slots 100-91
US Pop Charts 09-25-08
Coverage of the US pop singles, albums and radio airplay charts with commentary.
Top 10 Love Songs - Crush
Love songs are a fundamental part of pop music. This is the top 10 love songs that deal with that giddy first flush of love - the crush.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 01-01-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2004
Top 100 pop songs of 2004 - slots 100-91
1996 Top 10
The top 10 pop hits of 1996. Fugees, Everything But the Girl, Blackstreet and Smashing Pumpkins are among the artists included. Featured songs include "Missing," "No Diggity," "1979," and "Killing Me Softly."
Top 10 Albums - Fall 2008
The top 10 albums expected in the fall of 2008. Among the hot new collections expected are the latest by Fall Out Boy, Beyonce, Kanye West, and Nickelback.
Name the Boy Band Quiz
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Top 10 Artists - Summer 2008
The pop artists who are set to hit big in the summer of 2008. Katy Perry, Duffy, the Ting Tings, Jesse McCartney and more are covered.
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2002
Top 100 pop songs of 2002 - slots 100-91
Top 100 Love Songs
The top 100 pop love songs of all time.
Top Songs - Summer 2000
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2000. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
2008 Albums on the Way
2008's most anticpated albums. As always, many are still being recorded and/or in planning stages, so there are no guarantees of release.
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2003
Top 100 pop songs of 2003 - slots 100-91
UK Pop Charts 09-29-08
Coverage of the UK pop singles and albums charts with commentary.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 04-22-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Songs - Summer 2007
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2007. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Ne-Yo - American Music Awards 2007
Ne-Yo - American Music Awards 2007
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2001
Top 100 pop songs of 2001 - slots 100-91
My Chemical Romance Quiz
Find out if you are a true My Chemical Romance fan with this quiz.
Top 10 Pop Radio Stations
List of 10 of the best top 40 / pop radio sations. All are available for listening online. Internet and satellite based stations are included along with traditional radio.
Christina Aguilera Quiz
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Top 10 Love Songs - Breakup
Love songs are a fundamental part of pop music. This is the top 10 love songs for when things just don't work out.
Chris Brown Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos of teen pop star Chris Brown.
Top 10 Novelty Songs
A listing of the top 10 novelty pop hits of all time, those songs with a gimmick.
Top Songs - Summer 2001
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2001. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Top 10 Live
A top 10 list of the top pop hit songs recorded live of all time.
Top 10 Pop Eye Candy 2005
The top 10 pop music artists you loved to look at in 2005. Includes Shakira, Pussycat Dolls, Chris Brown, Ciara, Rob Thomas, and more.
Katy Perry - "Hot n Cold"
Review of Katy Perry's "Hot n Cold." It is the follow up single to her #1 smash "I Kissed a Girl." The song is a zippy piece of new wave influenced pop. It was produced by Dr. Luke and co-written by Max Martin.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 06-17-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
Pussycat Dolls
Profile of Pussycat Dolls, the burlesque revue squad turned pop stars. Their singles "Don't Cha" and "Stickwitu" have become major pop hits. Celebrities who have performed with the group include Christina Aguilera, Pink, Gwen Stefani, Paris Hilton and Scarlet Johansson.
Tom DeLonge of Angels & Airwaves photo - Picture of Tom DeLonge of Angels & Airwaves at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards
Photo of Tom DeLonge of Angels & Airwaves on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Eminem Trivia Quiz
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Rihanna - Blunt haircut 2007
Rihanna's blunt "rebellious" haircut in 2007
Pool Party Songs
The top songs to play at your midsummer pool party.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 06-24-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Chris Brown Profile
Chris Brown is a teenage r&b singer from Virginia. His first big hit was "Run It!" He has gained acclaim for both his dancing and singing skills. "Kiss Kiss," from the second solo album 'Exclusive' was Brown's next major pop smash
AFI photo - Picture of AFI at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards
Photo of AFI on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 09-16-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Pink Profile
Profile of pop/rock singer Pink. Includes details on her top hit singles and albums.
Top Songs - Summer 2002
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2002. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 05-20-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top Songs - Summer 2005
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2005. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Top 10 Producers 2006
The top pop music producers of the year 2006. The job of producer is nearly equal parts coach, supervisor, and recording designer.
Top Songs - Summer 2003
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2003. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Amy Lee of Evanescence photo - Picture of Amy Lee of Evanescence at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards
Photo of Amy Lee of Evanescence on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Top 10 Uncool Pop Artists
The top 10 artists to load into your iPod if you want to not look cool. The music may be good, but the reputation is not. The list includes Barry Manilow, Bon Jovi, Celine Dion, and many more.
Scott Storch Profile
Keyboardist Scott Storch has become one of the hottest producers and songwriters in the music business. He has been behind the boards on some of the top recent hits by Beyonce, 50 Cent, Mario and Chris Brown.
Steve-O photo - Picture of Steve-O at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards
Photo of Steve-O on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Top 4 Major Pop Record Labels
Descriptions and identification of key artists for the top 4 major pop record labels.
Top 10 Songs - Summer 2006
The top 10 pop songs of the summer of 2006 based on Billboard charts.
Britney Spears - Oops! I Did It Again
Britney Spears' second album Oops! I Did It Again from 2000
Top 10 Prom Songs 2007
List of 10 of the hottest prom songs for 2007. Rascal Flatts, Justin Timberlake, Snow Patrol, Fall Out Boy, and Nickelback are among the artists included.
Rihanna - Photo shoot for "Umbrella" video - 2007
Rihanna's photo shoot for the video for her #1 pop single "Umbrella" in 2007
Kelly Clarkson
Kelly Clarkson
Beyonce Quiz
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Top Songs - Summer 2004
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2004. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Britney Spears
Profile of Britney Spears. Details on her career, albums and hit songs are included.
New Pop Albums 04-29-08
The top new pop music albums released April 29, 2008.
Top 10 Girl Group Songs
The best songs by today's girl groups from Girls Aloud to the Pussycat Dolls.
Rihanna - Good Girl Gone Bad photo shoot
Photo shoot for Rihanna's Good Girl Gone Bad
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 08-12-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 02-19-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Ne-Yo Profile
Profile of r&b singer-songwriter Ne-Yo. He first came to prominence co-writing Mario's hit "Let Me Love You." His breakthrough solo pop hit is "So Sick."
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 05-27-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Chris Brown - Hip Hop Celebrity Street Ball
Chris Brown - Hip Hop Celebrity Street Ball
50 Cent photo - Picture of 50 Cent at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards
Photo of 50 Cent on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Madonna albums
List of Madonna's album releases with comments and descriptions including top hit songs and chart performance.
Jonas Brothers - American Music Awards 2007
Jonas Brothers - American Music Awards 2007
Top 10 Annoying Songs 2007
This is a guide to the 10 pop songs of 2007 you wished would just go away. They may have been cute, even fun, the first time through, but by the time radio played them over and over, it was time for the song to disappear.
Avril Lavigne Quiz
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Danity Kane
Danity Kane. The group Danity Kane are the third pop group formed from the MTV special Making the Band. O-Town were the first and Da Band were the second. The group are signed to Bad Boy Records, and Diddy is the primary executive promoting and mentoring the group.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 03-11-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Pop Christmas Albums
The best of pop Christmas albums. The focus for this selection is on collections released in the past 20 years.
Top 10 Thanksgiving Pop Songs
10 great pop songs for Thanksgiving. There are more than childrens songs that celebrate giving thanks.
Top 10 Independent Pop Labels
Descriptions of the top 10 current independent pop record labels. Includes basic information on the label and its current artist roster.
Punk Pop Albums
Punk originated in the mid-70's as an underground rock phenomenon. In the mid-90's it returned to the spotlight welded to tight pop melodies. These are 10 key albums of the punk revival that has taken its place as a key element in the world of pop music.
Top 10 Annoying Songs 2006
This is a guide to the 10 pop songs of 2006 you wished would just go away. They may have been cute, even fun, the first time through, but by the time radio played them over and over, it was time for the song to disappear.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 08-05-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 08-07-07
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Chris Brown - Closeup
Chris Brown - Closeup
Top 10 Jock Anthems
Jock anthems or jock jams, music that makes you want to move is a major part of a sports event. These are 10 of the best.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Albums
Annotated listing of Red Hot Chili Peppers albums with details on hit singles and chart placings.
Top 10 Prom Songs 2006
List of 10 of the hottest prom songs for 2006. Sean Paul, Rascal Flatts, Shakira, and Green Day are among the artists included.
Pop Music Divas
The dictionary defines diva simply as 'goddess.' All of these women are music goddesses. The top 10 pop music divas of all time are listed.
50 Cent
50 Cent on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
Josh Groban - American Music Awards 2007
Josh Groban - American Music Awards 2007
What Is Pop Music?
Pop music defined. The difference between pop and popular music is explored as well as elements that make up pop music. Finally, what is meant by "pure" pop music is discussed.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 03-25-08
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Pink - "So What"
Pink's single "So What" brims with anger over her separation from husband Carey Hart. It was produced by Max Martin and will be included on the album 'Got Attitude.'
Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler
Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
AA Rejects - "Gives You Hell"
"Gives You Hell" is the first single from the album When the World Comes Down. It was produced by Eric Valentine
Rihanna - Publicity photo for Cover Girl and "Umbrella"
Publicity photo to promote Rihanna as a Cover Girl model and her single "Umbrella" featuring Jay-Z.
Top 10 James Bond Theme Songs
The best of James Bond movie songs. There have been many classics. This is a list of the 10 best including songs by Paul McCartney & Wings, Shirley Bassey, and Carly Simon.
Top 10 Downloads 8-27-08
Top 10 pop music downloads for the week of August 27, 2008. 10 selected album tracks from recent hit releases.
Ryan Seacrest Profile
Ryan Seacrest profiled. He is perhaps best known as host of 'American Idol,' but he is a key figure in pop music radio as well.
Britney Spears and Madonna Kiss
Britney Spears kisses Madonna in a performance at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards.
Jonas Brothers Profile
The Jonas Brothers, a 3-man pop band made up of brothers, is profiled. Their second, self-titled, album debuted at #5 on the US album chart.
Madonna
Madonna, from early days in the New York dance community to one of the top pop superstars of all time.
Green Day Quiz
Find out if you are a true Green Day fan with this quiz.
C. Aguilera - "Keeps Gettin.."
Christina Aguilera's single "Keeps Gettin' Better" is the lead-in for her greatest hits collection. It is electro-pop produced by Linda Perry.
Josh Groban - Concert for Diana 2007
Josh Groban - Concert for Diana 2007
Top 10 Pop Songs of 2005
Top 10 pop songs of 2005 selected by Bill Lamb, About Top40/Pop Music guide. Kelly Clarkson, Gwen Stefani, Mariah Carey, Fall Out Boy, and Kanye West are all included in the list.
New Christmas Albums 2007
The 10 most eagerly anticipated new pop Christmas albums of 2007. Josh Groban, Mannheim Steamroller, and Disney Channel artists are among those included on the list.
David Archuleta - "Crush"
David Archuleta's "Crush" is his first post American Idol single. The song debuted at #2 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart.
Mariah Carey Number Ones
Mariah Carey had a phenomenal string of number one hit singles in the 1990's. This is a listing of her number one hit singles and albums.
Beyonce and Tina Turner - Grammy Awards 2008
Beyonce and Tina Turner - Grammy Awards 2008
Sinead O'Connor - Nothing Compares 2 U - 1990 Winner of MTV Video Music Awards Video of the Year
Sinead O'Connor's "Nothing Compares 2 U" music video. Sinead O'Connor's tremendously expressive face with severely cropped hair perfectly matched the raw emotion of her reading of this ballad written by Prince.
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