Leading into the 2009 American Music Awards there was some degree of controversy over Michael Jackson earning so many nominations for music that in most cases is over a decade old. Indeed, Michael Jackson did win four awards on the night, but it was Taylor Swift who captured the top prize, Artist of the Year, and the most awards overall with five. It was a night of huge performance productions from the likes of Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Adam Lambert. However, if there was an award for the top performance during the show, I would have to hand that statue to the Black Eyed Peas. With a medley of "Meet Me Halfway" and "Boom Boom Pow," they looked like they were pointing out there is no other current pop group that knows better how to simply have fun. Check out the major winners below:

• Artist of the Year - Taylor Swift
• Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist - Michael Jackson
• Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist - Taylor Swift
• Favorite Pop/Rock Band, Duo or Group - Black Eyed Peas
• Favorite Pop/Rock Album - Michael Jackson - Number Ones
• Favorite Soundtrack - Twilight
• Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist - Taylor Swift

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In the beginning it seemed that their only believers were themselves and Louis Walsh. By the time 18 year old Irish identical twins John and Edward said goodbye today on X Factor, they had picked up an enormous number of fans and even witnessed Simon Cowell begin to compliment their performances. While many would argue they weren't the act deserving to go home this week. The contestant many believed should go, Lloyd Daniels, avoided being in the bottom two. Given a choice between the pair in the bottom two, Olly Murs or John and Edward, it was clear that John and Edward needed to go, particularly after one of their very worst vocal performances in an effort to save themselves.

X Factor is now down to five remaining contestants. They are Lloyd Daniels, Danyl Johnson, Joe McElderry, Olly Murs, and Stacey Solomon. Judges voting is now over. Contestants through the rest of the season will remain or be eliminated solely based on audience votes.

• Watch John and Edward sing "No Matter What"
• Watch Olly Murs sing "Wonderful Tonight"

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While he was only the runner up this year on American Idol, an argument can be made that Adam Lambert's music has been the most eagerly awaited of any of this year's contestants. Does the full-length album hold up to expectations? Read more in the review of For Your Entertainment.

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Dial the time clock backward to the classic sound of Janet Jackson on her new single "Make Me" accompanying the compilation album Number Ones. The video is out for the song, and to my eyes she looks great. Don't miss the nod to brother Michael with the, "Don't stop till you get enough" break. Check out Janet Jackson's "Make Me" video, tell us whether it's hot, and then let us know your snap judgment!

• Watch Janet Jackson's "Make Me"

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