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Top 10 Pop Christmas Albums
The best of pop Christmas albums. These are the all time greatest Christmas collections. Among those featured are Mariah Carey, Josh Groban, Bing Crosby, and Elvis Presley.
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 Pop Songs - 1990's
A subjective guide to the best pop music of the 1990's.
Top 100 Christmas Songs
The 100 top Christmas songs of all time as performed by pop artists. Includes details about each song and links to videos of performances by pop artists.
Top 10 Party Songs
This is an all-purpose collection of guaranteed party hits. It's front-loaded with recent favorites and sprinkled with some true classics. These songs will be a soundtrack to a great time.
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.
New Christmas Albums 2009
The 10 most eagerly anticipated new pop Christmas albums of 2009. David Archuleta, Sting, the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, and Barry Manilow are among the artists included in the list.
Top 100 Love Songs
The top 100 pop love songs of all time.
Top 40 Essential Pop Songs
These are the 40 current songs that define pop music today. Rankings change daily.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 11-24-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Annoying Songs 2009
This is a guide to the 10 pop songs of 2009 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 40 Pop Songs of All Time
40 of the best pop songs of all time ranked in order from 1 to 40. Songs selected range from pop standards to contemporary hit songs.
1998 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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."
'90s Songs
Connect to 90s songs, the best music of the decade of the 1990s. Featured artists include Britney Spears, Madonna, and Whitney Houston.
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.
Top 10 Boy Bands
The top 10 boy bands of all time from the Monkees to the Backstreet Boys. Both American and British groups are included.
New Christmas Albums 2008
The 10 most eagerly anticipated new pop Christmas albums of 2008. Faith Hill, Sheryl Crow, and Elliott Yamin are artists among those included on the list.
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 100 Pop Songs - 2000s
A subjective guide to the best pop music of the 2000s.
Top 10 Prom Songs 2009
List of 10 of the hottest prom songs for 2009. Lady GaGa, Taylor Swift, and the Veronicas are among the artists included in the list.
Top 10 Black Eyed Peas Songs
These are the Black Eyed Peas' biggest hit songs. They range from the feel good anthem "Where Is the Love?" to the futuristic electro of "Boom Boom Pow."
Top 10 Songs of 2009
The best pop songs of 2009.
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 100 Pop Songs of 2005
Top 100 pop songs of 2005 - slots 100-91
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 11-10-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 10 Graduation Songs - 2009
A new list for 2009. 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.
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: 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.
Top 100 Songs 2008
The 100 best pop songs of the year 2008.
Rihanna
Rihanna on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
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.
US Pop Charts 11-26-09
Coverage of the US pop singles, albums and radio airplay charts with commentary.
1990 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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 Happy Songs
These 10 happy songs are guaranteed to make you smile. For days when you are down or times are bad, pop songs like these 10 happy songs can bring you back up again within minutes.
Top Britney Spears Songs
Britney Spears is a pop music icon. She defined teen pop and then return to regain her crown among top pop divas. Her best songs are included here from ...Baby One More Time to Womanizer and beyond.
Lady GaGa Profile
Lady GaGa is glam pop singer and songwriter who emerged from the New York underground into the pop mainstream in 2008 with the hit single "Just Dance." She has gone on to have three consecutive top 5 hits.
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.
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 100 Songs 2007
The 100 best pop songs of the year 2007.
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.
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.
1999 Top 10 Pop Songs
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 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.
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2006
Top 100 pop songs of 2006 - slots 100-91
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2004
Top 100 pop songs of 2004 - slots 100-91
Lady Gaga - The Fame Monster
The Fame Monster is Lady Gaga's eight song follow up to her hit debut album The Fame. It includes the hit "Bad Romance."
1992 Top 10 Pop Songs
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."
1993 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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."
Jay Sean Profile
Jay Sean is a British Asian singer. He signed to Cash Money Records in the US and repeated his success there with the breakthrough pop single "Down" featuring rapper Lil Wayne.
1991 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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 100 Pop Songs of 2003
Top 100 pop songs of 2003 - slots 100-91
Top 10 Michael Jackson Songs
Michael Jackson is one of the top pop artists of all time. These are 10 of his biggest songs in his career. All were released within a phenomenal 16 year period which made Michael Jackson the biggest pop star in the world.
Green Day Quiz
Find out if you are a true Green Day fan with this quiz.
Robin Thicke and Paula Patton
Robin Thicke and Paula Patton on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 01-06-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
1997 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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."
1995 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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."
1996 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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 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.
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.
2009 Albums on the Way
2009's most anticpated albums. As always, many are still being recorded and/or in planning stages, so there are no guarantees of release.
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 Pop Eye Candy 2006
RBD are among the sexiest pop stars of 2006.
Top 10 Artists to Watch 2009
These are 10 of the most promising pop artists of 2009. Look for any or all of this to break through into the mainstream.
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.
Top 10 Pop Eye Candy 2007
Haley Williams is one of the sexiest pop stars of 2007.
1994 Top 10 Pop Songs
The top 10 pop songs 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."
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2002
Top 100 pop songs of 2002 - slots 100-91
Top 100 Pop Songs of 2001
Top 100 pop songs of 2001 - slots 100-91
Top 10 Sad Christmas Songs
Not all Christmas songs are happy and celebratory. There are Christmas songs with a sad side as well. These can be very comforting for those experiencing a difficult time at the holidays or simply a pleasing alternative to everything happy and cheerful.
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 5 Shakira Songs
These are Shakira's biggest hit songs on the mainstream pop charts. They include solo hits like "She Wolf" and "Underneath Your Clothes" as well as the collaborations "Hips Don't Lie" and "Beautiful Liar."
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.
Vanessa Hudgens
Vanessa Hudgens arrives at the 2007 Teen Choice Awards
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 11-03-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
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.
Owl City Profile
Owl City is the recording name used by synthpop artist Adam Young. His single "Fireflies" is a major pop chart breakthrough. It is featured on the album 'Ocean Eyes.'
Name the Boy Band Quiz
Name the Boy Band - A Photo Quiz: photo quiz newsletter name document url boy bands pairs
"Just Dance" Video
Still photo from Lady GaGa's "Just Dance" music video
Susan Boyle - "Wild Horses"
"Wild Horses" is Susan Boyle's first single from her 'I Dreamed a Dream' album. It was performed publicly for the first time on the finale of 'America's Got Talent.'
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.
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 Asian Boy Bands
The concept of the boy band is alive and well in Asia. Top boy bands from Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and mainland China are selling huge numbers of songs and albums. This is an introductory guide to the best in Asian boy bands.
Top 100 Songs 2000
The 100 best pop songs of the year 2000.
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 Annoying Songs 2008
This is a guide to the 10 pop songs of 2008 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 Novelty Songs
A listing of the top 10 novelty pop hits of all time, those songs with a gimmick.
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.
New Christmas Albums 2006
The 10 most eagerly anticipated new pop Christmas albums of 2006. James Taylor, Sarah McLachlan, and Aimee Mann are among those included in this list.
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.
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.
Adam Lambert - ..Entertainment
Adam Lambert's first post-American Idol album titled 'For Your Entertainment' was released in November 2009. Among those who collaborated on the album are Ryan Tedder, RedOne, Max Martin, and Linda Perry
Top 10 Auto-Tune Songs
These are great pop songs enhanced by the use of Auto-Tune, an audio processing system created by Antares Technologies. The technology has drawn controversy because it can be used to give artists perfect pitch who do not have the skill without the help of the technology. However, Auto-Tune has been used as an integral instrument in producing deliberate effects in pop music. These are 10 songs that stand out in the use of Auto-Tune to alter the sound of the human voice for artistic purposes.
Top 10 Live
A top 10 list of the top pop hit songs recorded live of all time.
AFI
Photo of AFI on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Lady GaGa Publicity Photo
Lady GaGa publicity photo to promote her album The Fame.
Fergie
Fergie at Idol Gives Back 2008
"Poker Face" Video
Photo of Lady GaGa from the music video shot for her hit single "Poker Face."
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 03-03-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Mariah Carey and Eminem
Mariah Carey and Eminem have been feuding publicly over whether or not they ever had a romantic relationship. Mariah Carey's song "Obsessed" and Eminem's "Bagpipes in Baghdad" and "The Warning" have resulted from the conflicted. This is a guide to the words and music.
Top 10 Pop Music Divas
The dictionary defines diva simply as 'goddess.' All of these women are pop music goddesses. The top 10 pop music divas of all time are listed.
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.
Rod Stewart's Biggest Hits
Rod Stewart is one of the top 20 pop artists of all time in the US. These is a list of his top 10 pop hit songs.
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.
Akon
Akon - American Music Awards 2007
Beyonce Quiz
Test your knowledge of Beyonce: sans serif font free newsletter sign document url profile link
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.
Lady GaGa Concert Tour
Details on the 2009 Lady GaGa 'Fame Ball' concert tour. She is touring on the heels of the smash hit singles "Just Dance" and "Poker Face."
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 10-06-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
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.
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.
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.
Top 10 Girl Group Songs
The best songs by today's girl groups from Girls Aloud to the Pussycat Dolls.
Pool Party Songs
The top songs to play at your midsummer pool party.
Lady Gaga - "Bad Romance"
Bad Romance is the first single from Lady Gaga's re-release of the album the Fame called the Fame Monster. It was produced by RedOne
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.
Madonna albums
List of Madonna's album releases with comments and descriptions including top hit songs and chart performance.
UK Pop Charts 11-22-2009
Coverage of the UK pop singles and albums charts with commentary.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 11-04-08
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.
Steve-O
Photo of Steve-O on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Tabloid Pop Top 10
Tabloid journalism can give an artist a springboard to pop stardom or threaten to end a career. This is a list of 10 songs inextricably linked to the tabloid publications.
Top 10 Songs - Summer 2006
The top 10 pop songs of the summer of 2006 based on Billboard charts.
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.
Susan Boyle - I Dreamed...
Susan Boyle electrified the world with her appearance on Britain's Got Talent. Her first album will include the favorites from the show "I Dreamed a Dream" and "Memory" as well as "Cry Me a River."
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.
Rihanna's Rebellion in 2007
Rihanna's blunt "rebellious" haircut in 2007
Rihanna Quiz
Rihanna Trivia Quiz: pop quiz newsletter name document url pop music pairs
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 11-17-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Top 4 Major Pop Record Labels
Descriptions and identification of key artists for the top 4 major pop record labels.
Top 10 Rihanna Songs
These are Rihanna's best songs. The top 10 includes "Umbrella," "Disturbia," "Don't Stop the Music," and "SOS."
Justin Bieber - "One Time"
"One Time" is Justin Bieber's first single. He is a 15 year old Canadian singer discovered via YouTube.
Backstreet Boys' Top Singles
The best singles by the original late 90's boy band the Backstreet Boys.
Michael Jackson - Dangerous - 1991
Michael Jackson - Dangerous
Rihanna Emerges as a Pop Star
Rihanna appearing on MTV's TRL September 6, 2005
John Mayer - Battle Studies
Battle Studies is John Mayer's fourth solo studio album. It includes the lead single "Who Says," and John Mayer is taking an experimental approach to putting the album together
Leona Lewis - Echo
Echo is Leona Lewis' second album. Her first Spirit was a worldwide hit with the #1 single "Bleeding Love." The first single from Echo is "Happy."
American Idol Songs 3-10-09
Details on the songs performed March 10, 2009 on American Idol. The songs performed were all recorded by Michael Jackson.
Rihanna's Second #1 Single "Umbrella"
Rihanna's photo shoot for the video for her #1 pop single "Umbrella" in 2007
Rihanna - Rated R
Rihanna's Rated R album is her fourth studio collection. It was preceded by the hit single "Russian Roulette."
Amy Lee of Evanescence
Photo of Amy Lee of Evanescence on the red carpet at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards.
Britney Spears and Madonna Kiss
Britney Spears kisses Madonna in a performance at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards.
1984: Michael Jackson - "Beat It"
All of the winners of the Grammy Award for Record of the Year from 1959 to the present.
Top 10 Hot Pop Songs 10-13-09
Chart of the 10 hottest pop songs as determined by About Top 40.
Shakira Discography
Annotated listing of Shakira's albums with details on hit singles and chart positions.
Beyonce Profile
Beyonce Knowles, formerly of Destiny's Child and now a solo artist, is profiled. Details of her early life, career with the group, and future singing solo are included.
Top 10 Songs - Summer 2009
The top 10 pop songs of summer 2009. These are the hits heard at the beach, in the car, and at backyard bbq's.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Albums
Annotated listing of Red Hot Chili Peppers albums with details on hit singles and chart placings.
Josh Groban
Josh Groban - American Music Awards 2007

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