Scott Shetler is a Chicago-based freelance writer whose words can be found on PopCrush, Diffuser and other music, pop culture and travel websites. He has interviewed a wide range of artists, from Anthony Kiedis to Weird Al Yankovic and from Amanda Palmer to Taylor Hanson. He freely acknowledges an inexplicable obsession with the music of cheesy ‘80s pop duo Air Supply.
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Kelly Clarkson to Release ‘Greatest Hits’ Collection + ‘Catch My Breath’ Single
Ten years into a superstar career that was launched when she became the first winner of 'American Idol,' Kelly Clarkson is issuing her first hits collection, 'Greatest Hits – Chapter 1,' which features three new songs, including an autobiographical single called 'Catch My Breath.'
No Doubt Reach Settlement in ‘Band Hero’ Lawsuit
The war between No Doubt and video game maker Activision is over. Less than two weeks before a trial was to begin regarding No Doubt's displeasure over the use of their likenesses in the game 'Band Hero,' the parties resolved their dispute out of court, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Psy Brings ‘Gangnam Style’ to ‘Jimmy Kimmel’
K-Pop performer Psy has performed 'Gangnam Style' on nearly every major U.S. tv show, but he managed to find a new home for his madness when he appeared on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' on Tuesday.
Bruno Mars Makes Out to His Own Music
Bruno Mars sometimes makes out to his own music, and he's man enough to admit it. The crooner made the confession today during a radio interview with Ryan Seacrest to promote his new single, 'Locked Out of Heaven.'
‘Glee': ‘The Break-Up’ Episode Song List
This week's episode of 'Glee' is called 'The Break-Up,' and it features the show's core couples dealing with serious relationship drama. The cast perform some of the most powerful break-up songs of the past two decades on the show.
Jennifer Hudson + Usher to Pay Tribute to Whitney Houston in TV Special
Some of the biggest names in popular music will remember the life and career of Whitney Houston in an upcoming CBS special featuring live performances by Jennifer Hudson, Usher, Celine Dion and others to be announced. 'We Will Always Love You: A Grammy Salute To Whitney Houston' airs on Friday, Nov. 16 at 10 pm ET.
Watch Jennifer Hudson + Prince Duet on ‘Nothing Compares 2 U’
After the opening show of Prince's Chicago residency on Tuesday night was widely panned by critics and fans, he made amends on night two with a performance of his classic song 'Nothing Compares 2 U' featuring Chicago-born superstar Jennifer Hudson.
‘I Will Always Love You – The Best of Whitney Houston’ Album to Include Two Previously Unreleased Songs
On Nov. 13, RCA Records will issue 'I Will Always Love You - The Best of Whitney Houston,' a collection featuring 16 of the late singer's biggest hits, as well as two new tracks, including a reworked duet with R. Kelly.
Justin Bieber Gifts Sean Kingston His Fisker Karma
Why is Sean Kingston now driving around the Fisker Karma luxury sportscar in which Justin Bieber notoriously got pulled over for driving more than 80 miles per hour? Believe it or not, Kingston says the Biebs gave him the expensive car because he had moved on to a newer model.
Kanye West’s Lawyer Confirms Sex Tape
Kanye West's lawyer confirmed the existence of a sex tape featuring the rapper, via a takedown notice sent to AllHipHop.com which claimed the video was stolen from Kanye's computer.
Demi Lovato Named Ambassador for ‘Mean Stinks’ Anti-Bullying Campaign
Demi Lovato says she was bullied mercilessly in middle school, which helps explain why she's thrilled to be the new ambassador for Secret's "Mean Stinks" campaign.
Katy Perry Cleanses Her ‘Chakra’ on Volcano + Confirms Obama Fundraiser Performance
These days, Katy Perry is getting spiritual and political. After cleansing her spirit with meditation and a journey to the top of a volcano, Perry has signed on for a fundraiser for President Obama.