Whatcha Say: The Good, The Bad And The Base In This Week’s Reader Comments
This past week brought the end of the World Cup, the return of Ace Of Base, an update on David Archuleta’s sophomore album and new music from Nicki Minaj (who, incidentally, was snubbed by Amazon’s list of the year’s best tunes so far). And how did our readers react to all this pop activity? Read on!
:: J. Smith MANNE! echoed our sentiment on Amazon Chooses The Year’s Best Songs So Far, But What Was Missing?: “Yo where is the Nicki MInaj or the Drake. Both of ‘em r running the hip hop game right now.”
:: And TheNotehead chimed in, as well: “would’ve included Brandon Flowers’ “Crossfire”, but that’s only because I’m a huge fan of the song/The Killers/Brandon. Otherwise, I also agree that a little more hip hop was necessary, seeing the impact Nicki Minaj and Drake have made so far this year.”
:: Sandra let us know she’s doing some hip-shaking of her own on Shakira Waka Wakas One Last time At The World Cup Closing Ceremony: “I love Shakira and what she stands for…So I decided to create my own waka waka to help kids in india to promote education. Shakira, check me out on you tube ” sandra indian shakira”..You are my idol. I will be going ot music school after high school. Thank you for your great gift of music….”
:: jasminatoor? got twice as excited over Jasmine V. Shows Us She’s Serious About Making Hits: “i absolutely lovee heer!!! i’mm waiting forr heer albuum! iiff u say it jasmine i lovee youu and plis follow me on twitteer”
:: Taylor offered some career advice on And The Song Greyson Chance Should Cover Next Is…: “I think he should right his own songs like Justin Bieber and Cody Simpson. But no really super slow songs. I hate slow songs.”
:: Kathy was crushin’ on Archie on David Archuleta Follows The Trend, Will drop New Album On September 14: “Something bout Love is one great song! David’s vocals are top notch and the beat gets you up and dancing no matter how old you are. So looking forward to the music video for this song. And I’m especially anxious for the album release. I know it will have a wide variety of songs for all ages. What a talent! The best male vocalist out there right now!”