Scott Shetler is a Chicago-based freelance writer whose words can be found on PopCrush, Diffuser and other music, pop culture and travel websites. He has interviewed a wide range of artists, from Anthony Kiedis to Weird Al Yankovic and from Amanda Palmer to Taylor Hanson. He freely acknowledges an inexplicable obsession with the music of cheesy ‘80s pop duo Air Supply.
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Watch the Trailer for Amy Winehouse’s ‘At the BBC’ Box Set
Amy Winehouse has a four-disc video box set coming out in November to celebrate the best live performances of her career, and now fans can view a trailer for the 'At the BBC' set that includes concert clips and interviews with the singer herself.
Demi Lovato Named Ambassador for ‘Mean Stinks’ Anti-Bullying Campaign
Demi Lovato says she was bullied mercilessly in middle school, which helps explain why she's thrilled to be the new ambassador for Secret's "Mean Stinks" campaign.
Big Sean Says Kanye West Has Made Himself, Nicki Minaj + Others Rewrite Raps
Big Sean says that Kanye West demands flawless execution from his collaborators, to the point that West has made Sean, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross and others rewrite their verses if he felt they weren't up to par.
Katy Perry Cleanses Her ‘Chakra’ on Volcano + Confirms Obama Fundraiser Performance
These days, Katy Perry is getting spiritual and political. After cleansing her spirit with meditation and a journey to the top of a volcano, Perry has signed on for a fundraiser for President Obama.
Austin Mahone Shows Off First Car on Twitter
Kids, pay attention. This is what viral videos and a subsequent record deal can get you. Sixteen-year-old singer Austin Mahone has bought a brand-new Range Rover.
‘Idol’ Judges Mariah Carey + Nicki Minaj Were Originally Set to Join ‘The Voice’
The new divas of 'American Idol,' Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj, were about to pledge their allegiance to 'The Voice' before 'Idol' came calling. Us magazine reports that the superstars were originally considering taking temporary chairs on 'The Voice' for one season.
Adele’s Pregnancy Inspires Her to Take ‘Lighter’ Approach to Third Album
Adele's '21' was a massive worldwide success, despite its heavy lyrical content about breakups and failed relationships. Now pregnant with her first child, Adele is planning for her next album to be much "lighter," according to an Us magazine source.
Rihanna + Taylor Swift Lead 2012 MTV Europe Music Award Nominations
It's girl power at the 2012 MTV Europe Music Awards, where Rihanna and Taylor Swift lead the pack of nominees, with Lady Gaga, Carly Rae Jepsen, Lana Del Rey and Katy Perry also scoring multiple nods.
Nelly Furtado Previews ‘Parking Lot’ Video
Nelly Furtado didn't have to think hard when it came to figuring out a concept for the third video from her 'The Spirit Indestructible' album. Teaser footage from the 'Parking Lot' video features the singer and a group of backup dancers taking over a gritty parking lot full of unique automobiles.
Amy Winehouse Foundation Has Raised More Than $372,000 Since Her Untimely Death
The Amy Winehouse Foundation, established after the singer's death in 2011, has raised more than $372,000 in its first 12 months and plans to double that figure by the end of 2012.
‘Glee’ Clips: Watch More ‘The New Rachel’ Promos Starring Kate Hudson
Guest star Kate Hudson's character Cassandra puts Rachel in her place and shows off her musical talent in promos for tonight's season premiere episode of 'Glee' called 'The New Rachel.'
2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards: Kanye West Earns 17 Nominations
Kanye West dominated the hip-hop world in 2012 and was rewarded with a whopping 17 nominations for the 2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards. West's 17 nods are amazing considering the show only has 19 total categories.
Hear Pink’s Rock Song With Eminem, ‘Here Comes the Weekend’
Pink's latest collaboration with Eminem has leaked, and it turns out her description of the track as an “alternative club banger” was dead-on. Despite featuring one of hip-hop music's biggest names, 'Here Comes the Weekend' is actually one of the harder-rocking songs we've heard from Pink in a long time.
Rihanna to Drop Seventh Studio Album in November
There's no slowing down Rihanna! She's about to drop her seventh studio album in November, with a new single coming perhaps as early as next week, according to a report by Idolator, which discovered the details by way of an accidental leak from RiRi's French record label.
Adele Hits Abbey Road Studios to Record Theme Song for James Bond Movie ‘Skyfall’
There were rumors of Adele recording a James Bond theme song going back to last year, but now The Sun is offering some of the strongest proof yet that the songstress may be contributing music to the latest 007 flick, 'Skyfall.'
Selena Gomez + Shakira Among ‘Most Dangerous’ Celebs
Virus alert! If you're searching online for pictures of Selena Gomez or Shakira, be careful which websites you click on. Both singers are among the "most dangerous" celebrities to search for, according to a security company that tracks which sites are infected with malware, spam and viruses.