The year 1991 marked a significant change in the sound of pop music. The days of bubblegum (Debbie Gibson, Rick Astley, New Kids On The Block) and hair metal (Poison, Warrant, Motley Crue) were suddenly numbered as alternative rock and grunge culture bubbled up to the surface and heavily infiltrated the mainstream. Perhaps sensing the turning tide, veteran acts like U2 and Michael Jackson headed in new directions, musically. Meanwhile, R&B was all about new jack swing, Motownphilly and a whistle-register songbird named Mariah. Flip through our gallery to revisit 10 classic albums that celebrate their 20th anniversaries this year. More »
When you’re a part of a boy or girl group it’s important for people to know you’re in a musical collective, even when you’re not performing on stage. The key to making this statement: matching outfits — in fact, the crazier the better! So we’ve rounded up our favorite coordinating ensembles from some of pop’s most beloved music crews. Click through to revisit some of music’s most hilarious fashion mistakes and keep in mind that the members agreed to wear these clothes (or were forced to Beyonce’s mom Tina). More »
Manhattan caught Bieber Fever last night, as Justin Bieber and his legions of fans took over New York’s Madison Square Garden. The “Baby” singer brought out some special surprise guests for this leg of his My World tour including the untamable Miley Cyrus and legendary “boy band” Boyz II Men. Click through to see the tiny “Somebody To Love” pop star blowing the roof off of NYC’s arena—and to peep JB’s performances with everyone from Usher to Jaden Smith click here. More »
