For more La Roux check out a stripped-down version of their hit “In For The Kill,” recorded live from their Vevo Go Show in Times Square. Alternate versions of “In For The Kill” and other tracks from their acclaimed self-titled debut can be found on the Gold Edition, a digital only release from Cherrytree/Interscope that is set to hit iTunes and Amazon February 8th.  The Gold Edition will feature new b-sides, remixes, and acoustic tracks as well as never before seen video footage, artwork, and photos.  Find the tracklist and more on LaRouxOnline.com.

“Desperate Girls & Stupid Boys” is available now on iTunes.  Stay tuned to KimberlyCaldwell.com for the latest news and updates.

Watch pop sensation Robyn give her signature, high-energy performance of “Dancing On My Own” and discuss how people have been reacting to the track in the US.  The Swedish pixie shares her favorite subject of “sad love” and explains how it contributes to her music.

Robyn’s new album Body Talk is available now via Cherrytree Records featuring the Grammy-nominated single “Dancing On My Own.”

Catch Robyn on her North American tour kicking off this week as well as on select dates of Katy Perry’s “California Dreams” tour this summer.

Yahoo! and Michael Franti & Spearhead have partnered for the exclusive premiere of the music video for “Hey, Hey, Hey”. The third single from their latest album, The Sound of Sunshine, features Franti’s signature reggae-pop sound with an uplifting message of overcoming obstacles. For the video, Michael traveled to various cities hitting the streets to sing and talk to people about their daily lives. “‘Hey Hey Hey’ is about overcoming adversity and appreciating every second that we have on this planet. The video is centered around the lives of everyday people as we all experience rough times and lean on each other for support and to help lift our spirits,” says Michael.

To celebrate the premiere of the “Hey, Hey, Hey” music video, Michael would love to hear from his fans about how they are holding on during these challenging times and overcoming the obstacles in their lives. The videos will be included in a collective message of hope for the holidays. Fans can submit their videos on Michael’s website now through Monday, December 13th.

The Sound of Sunshine is available now on iTunes. The music video for “Hey, Hey, Hey” will be available for purchase on iTunes on 11/30 and will also be featured on AOL’s Music Video of the Day.

Franti and Spearhead’s, The Sound of Sunshine, debuted at #17 making it the highest chart debut of his career.

“After making albums for 23 years, I’m thrilled to have my first top 20 album. I haven’t seen the whole chart, but I might be the only artist in the top 20 this week whose first record released was actually a vinyl record! I’m grateful to all the fans who’ve shared our music with their friends all these years and to the nice folks at radio and venues around the country who have given us the opportunity to shine,” says Franti. Fans can pick up The Sound of Sunshine on iTunes now!

Franti & Spearhead are on tour in support of the album and will be making stops in many cities throughout the U.S. and Canada including NYC, Chicago, Los Angeles and Toronto. Eight cities on the tour will be a part of a “Barefoot Concert Series” As a part of Franti’s partnership with international shoe charity, Soles4Souls. The series is part of a Franti/Soles4Souls effort to sponsor 100,000 pairs of shoes to raise awareness of the need for footwear both nationally and internationally.

For tour dates, official Michael Franti news and to check out the latest v-blogs on FrantiV, go to http://www.MichaelFranti.com.

Michael Franti, lead singer of Michael Franti & Spearhead, has landed one of the biggest promotional opportunities a musical act can get. YouTube has featured the artist for this week’s “Music Tuesday.” Head over to YouTube to see some of Michael’s all-time favorite videos that include a Kung Fu Yoga boy, a great performance by a Brazilian group from the 70’s and of course “The Sound of Sunshine” music video.

Michael & Spearhead’s much anticipated new album, The Sound of Sunshine, is available now on iTunes. The album includes the #1 hit single, “The Sound of Sunshine,” and is available in a deluxe version that includes lyrics, photos, behind the scenes video footage, and much more. Fans can also purchase the album at MichaelFranti.com, to receive an exclusive bonus track, “Being Alone is Better With You.”

Visit MichaelFranti.com for a complete list of upcoming tour dates and pick up Sound of Sunshine now!

Before you fire up the Black Veil Brides’ new album, We Stitch These Wounds, check out what bassist Ashley Purdy had to say when we caught up with him. Some of his answers will be shocking… but would you expect anything less from the long-haired-black-leather-clad five piece?

The song you’re most proud of?
“Children Surrender” or “Perfect Weapon” since they are really goin in the direction that we envision Black Veil Brides going in and they both carry a lot of those elements we were looking for to present as where BVB is now.

Best concert you’ve ever been to?
Megadeth / White Zombie / Pantera. I went with a friend and his dad. It just stands out as a defining time in my life when I was younger and I was just really influenced by the whole thing, musically and production wise.

Your favorite thing to do on a rainy day is?
Write by myself or drink hot cocoa and cuddle on the couch with a pretty girl.

The album you’ve got on repeat?
Currently still listening to Bullet For My Valentine’s Scream Aim Fire

What movie could you watch a thousand times?
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, I literally have watched it a thousand times!

Fav beauty product in your repertoire?
MAC Studio Fix, Big Sexy Hairspray

What TV show can you not stand to miss?
No time for TV

Celeb crush?
Holly Madison

Whose style do you love?
Mine!!

One thing you can’t live without?
Flat Iron

Best/worst rumor you’ve heard about yourself?
That I was either a girl, gay or dead… you choose!

Craziest thing you’ve ever done to impress a guy/girl?
Hey girls, I can’t give away my secrets! I’ll tell ya’ in my book on dating

What are you most excited for this year?
Touring Touring Touring and seein’ all your beautiful faces!

“Like It’s Her Birthday” will appear on Good Charlotte’s fifth studio album, Cardiology, due out October 26th on Capitol Records. Check the video below to hear the track…