Already a massive star in her native Costa Rica, with six Grammy Award nominations and a number one dance single under her belt, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Debi Nova is ready to make her mark on the rest of the world. In March 2010, Decca Records will release Nova’s genre-defying, debut album Luna Nueva. The album is an electrifying combination of irresistible Latin rhythms and potent pop smarts that showcase this vivacious artist's considerable musical

Mike Kennerty of The All-American Rejects had one heck of a year in 2009, and when he says he wants to spend New Years Eve with his lady at an empty bar... we can't blame him. It was around this time last year (December 2008) when The All-American Rejects, affectionately known as AAR, put out their third album When The World Comes Down which included songs like "I Wanna," "Mona Lisa" and "Wind Blows." Also

Meaghan Smith, who recently released the Holiday EP "Wish Upon A Star" which includes "Christmas Time Is Here," "Drummer Boy" and others was kind enough to sit down and answer PopAwesome's Holiday questions. You know the drill by now, find out what she wants, who she liked this year and what she thinks about re-gifting. We're definitely with her on one, we want a snuggie too!!!!!! One gift you are wishing for this year? A snuggie Best holiday

Pop-rock quartet Days Difference has spent a lot of time on the road this year, but judging by what they want for the Holidays the boys had their eyes glued to the TV, magazines, and just about every other pop culture source around. They may be wishing for Taylor Swift this year, but they'll have to fight off a werewolf Taylor Lautner to get to that country girl! So what else is in store for

Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus banged the gavel during closing bell ceremonies of the New York Stock Exchange Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009.  He was joined by the lovely "One Tree Hill" actress and singer/songwriter Kate Voegele, left, and Kym Johnson from "Dancing With the Stars."  The three participated in the NYSE Christmas tree lighting festivities. We are big Kate Voegele Fans here at PopAwesome, so be sure to stay up-to-date with her music and touring at

You could say that The Script have had a busy year.  This Irish trio who have already sold over 2 million copies of their debut album went from have virtually zero fan base in the US to dominating TV (9010, Letterman, Kimmel, Alexa Chung, The View,  The Today Show), selling out whole tours and personally being chosen to open for both Paul McCartney and U2.   We had a moment to catch up with this breakout

Go behind the scenes with Lady Gaga and Beyonce on the set of “Video Phone!”  Beyonce describes how she approached Gaga to be a part of the song and what the experience was like making the video.   The best part is when the two divas watch the tape back and can’t stop cracking up at the footage.  It’s nice to see Gaga acting cute and normal!

OneRepublic recently performed an exclusive show at The Palms in Las Vegas for Walmart Soundcheck.  The band rocked songs from their new album Waking Up, including their current single, "All The Right Moves."  The Colorado quintet also sat down for an intimate interview where they weigh in on critics, Coldplay and the story behind their sophomore release.  Check out a preview of the footage below and come back to Soundcheck on December 15th to