VH1 Reveals ’100 Greatest Music Artists of All Time’ List

VH1 goes back to its music roots and revisits the age-old question: “Who is the greatest music artist for all time?” Determined by a poll of well-known music artists and music experts in the industry, VH1 will reveal this definitive (and sure-to-be highly controversial) list declaring who is the greatest of the great. Hosted by Jim Shearer (VH1′s “Top 20 Video Countdown”), the 4-night special, VH1′s “100 Greatest Artists of All Time,” premieres Monday, September 6 at 10/9c with a 2-hour premiere.

This definitive countdown covers all genres of music – from rock to pop to rap to metal – to answer who is worthy to possess the title as “the greatest music artist of all time.” Over the 200 musicians including Alicia Keys, Ozzy Osbourne, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Iggy Pop, Nas, Rob Halford (Judas Priest), Geddy Lee (Rush), Alex Lifeson (Rush), Michael Diamond (Beastie Boys), Daryl Hall, John Oates, Noel Gallagher (Oasis), Gene Simmons (KISS), Adam Levine (Maroon Five), 50 Cent, Nelly Furtado, Mandy Moore, Carrie Underwood, Adam Clayton (U2) and many more voted on who they believe deserves this highly coveted title.

“VH1′s 100 Greatest Artists of All Time” List:
TOP 5, IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER
1. The Beatles
2. Bob Dylan
3. Michael Jackson
4. Led Zeppelin
5. Rolling Stones

Other notable names on the list include Madonna at number 16, U2 at 19, Jay Z at 47, Beyoncé at 52, and Justin Timberlake at 66. Read more

Santana Lines Up All-Star Cast For New Album

He’s done it before and he’s about to do it again!

Santana has announced that he is planning to release a new album in September, but, unlike his previous pop album, the new album will have Santana and friends covering classic rock songs.

Some of the artists set to be covered on the new LP include: Def Leppard (“Photograph”), Led Zeppelin (“Whole Lotta Love”), Deep Purple (“Smoke on the Water”), AC/DC (“Back In Black”), Jimi Hendrix (“Little Wing”), as well as the Beatles and the Rolling Stones.

Santana will be collaborating with artists such as Nas, Chris Daughtry, India Arie, Papa Roach, Chris Cornell, his “Smooth” partner Rob Thomas and many more.

Kelis Makes A Return To The Stage

Kelis has made her return to the stage for the first time since having a baby last year on Wednesday night in New York.

On stage she wore a very tight outfit and of course she sang her hit song, “Milkshake” and she also sang a couple of new songs that she wrote after having her baby.

Kelis took a break from her bitter divorce battle with estranged husband Nas to return to the stage at Santos Party House in Manhattan, for the first time in over four years!

If anyone has video of this, please let us know!

Her Milkshake Brings A New Record Deal

Kelis has signed a new deal with Interscope Records through will.i.am Music Group. After releasing a song ‘Acapella’ on the internet last week, fans speculated that something was going on with the singer/songwriter.

Kelis’ album features production from will.i.am, Free School, Boyz Noize, Burnz, DJ Ammo and David Guetta.

“I love that I am now a new part of the Interscope family,” Kelis said via a statement. “2010 is around the corner and I can’t wait to put out new music and spend time with real music fans on tour again.”

Kris Allen’s Upcoming Album

As we previously reported, American Idol’s Kris Allen will be releasing his debut album on November 17th, 2009.

According to Billboard.com, “Allen has been recording his debut album with The Fray’s Joe King, songwriter Claude Kelly (Akon, Leona Lewis), Salaam Remi (Nas, Amy Winehouse) and David Hodges (Kelly Clarkson, Daughtry). Allen also hit the studio in Nashville with singer/songwriter Matt Kearney, and last week he told EW.com of writing sessions with Toby Gad (Beyoncé, Fergie) and Lindy Robbins (Backstreet Boys, Jordin Sparks).”

Sounds like an impressive list of talent for the Idol winner. Allen’s album is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com.