Music

As if you really needed more, right?, since Queen is pretty much one of the most kick-ass bands of all time. Yet, from Letters of Note (follow it, you’ll thank me later), come to find out that Freddy Mercury was the type of gentleman who actually wrote thank-you letters: In 1973, just as Queen finished recording their second album, 27-year-old Freddie Mercury, ever the gentleman, politely wrote the following letter of thanks to Jac Holzman, founder of their U.S. label, Elektra Records; Holzman had fought hard to bring the band to his label in 1971, and his faith in them hadn\’t gone unnoticed by Mercury....

On Eminem’s new single, “Love the Way You Lie,” the rapper once again takes on the subject of abusive relationships. Somewhat telling, the song features Rihanna, last year’s face of domestic violence. The video highlights a violent and troublesome relationship between characters played by Megan Fox and Dominic Monaghan. Many are claiming that the song and video romanticize domestic violence. Truth is, though, I just don’t see it. Other than the characters in this particular vignette being terribly attractive themselves, there’s not much in the song or video that makes a dysfunctional and violent relationship look good...

For this installment of Summer Jamzzz, bringing you another pair of songs, this time from the younger set. The first you may not have heard yet, but beware, because the buzz is building. It\’s Alexis Jordan, a new young performer who appeared on the first season of America\’s Got Talent. Her track, \”Happiness,\” has  already hit number on on Billboard\’s Hot Dance Airplay chart. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26jKtELitQE&w=560&h=340] And, the next you\’ve totally heard before, unless you are, actually a hermit. It\’s Justin Bieber\’s \”Baby,\” featuring Ludacris. Just please remember: I don\’t do this because I hate you, but because...