Pop Music Daily

American Idol is one of the reality shows that the music-lover audiences watched out for every year not only in America but around the globe as well. Since the show’s debut in 2002, it has produced talents that has significantly impacted the music industry. Some of the hottest and biggest names who made it to top and became major pop stars are Bo Bice, Kelly Clarkson, Fantasia, Taylor Hicks, Jennifer Hudson, Blake Lewis, Jordin Sparks, Carrie Underwood and more.

The latest biz for one of American Idol’s winner, pop star Kelly Clarkson, was that her new album scrapped because the label bosses weren’t impressed with the record. According to reports by the British newspaper the Daily Star, the 25-year-old singer received unfavorable remarks from Sony BMG chief Clive Davis.

This year’s best albums are still in the recording and production stages. But if you want to be in the know then read on. Here’s a list of this year’s top 10 most anticipated pop albums:

Anticipated Release Date

1. Janet Jackson -Discipline

February 26, 2008

2.Sheryl Crow - Detours

February 5, 2008

3. Mariah Carey -To be Announced

February, 2008

4. Panic! At the Disco - To be Announced

March 25, 2008

5. Simple Plan - Simple Plan

February 12, 2008

6. R.E.M. - Accelerate

April 1, 2008

7. Natasha Bedingfield - Pocketful of Sunshine

January 15, 2008

8. Michael Jackson - Thriller 45

February 12, 2008

9. Leona Lewis - Spirit

March 18, 2008

10. Jack Johnson - Sleep Through the Static

February 5, 2008

With great albums awaiting the music industry, this year will surely be a poppin’ wonderful year for pop music and artists. Watch out which of these albums will top the charts and will sell the most worldwide. My guess would be Janet Jackson’s Discipline. She simply is a pop start of all time. For the fans, mark the dates and be one of the first people to grab an album of your fave artists.

Who are responsible for the manufacture, distribution and promotion of a particular recording? There are top 4 major pop record labels namely the Universal Music Group, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, EMI Group and Warner Music Group. They are responsible for 70% of music sales worldwide and 85% of music sales in the U.S.

Among the four record labels, the Universal Music Group sells more music with their key artists such as Black Eyed Peas, Mariah Carey and 50 Cent. The second biggest major record label is the Sony BMG Music with key artists Kelly Clarkson, Shakira, Alicia Keys, Britney Spears and Outkast. While EMI Group landed as the third biggest major record label and lastly the Warner Music Group which accounts for 11.3% of the market last 2005.

Who is your favorite pop artist? For you to check out whether your pop idol hit the chart, you can check on the following list of hot pop artists who has hot pop songs for you!

1. Janet Jackson - Feedback
2. Chris Brown - With You
3. Rihanna - Don’t Stop the Music
4. Miley Cyrus - See You Again
5. Snoop Dogg - Sensual Seduction
6. Daughtry - Feels Like Tonight
7. OneRepublic - Stop and Stare
8. Kanye West featuring Dwele - Flashing Lights
9. Maroon 5 - Won’t Go Home Without You
10. Linkin Park - Shadow Of the Day

I was surprised that 3 of my favorite pop artists were on the list. These are Janet Jackson. Rihanna and Maroon 5. How about yours? Visit top40.about.com for more information.

These are my favorite pop artists from number four to ten. They are simply amazing. Most of them already made a trademark in the music industry. They are the artists you can’t simply just forget.

4. Whitney Houston. Her powerful voice is just so amazing.

5. Britney Spears. Though her career is going through a rough road right now, I still believe that she is one of the best performers ever.

6. Madonna. The way she reinvents herself from time to time is remarkable

7. Janet Jackson. She’s just the icon!

8. Christina Aguilera

9. 98 Degrees

10. Michael Jackson

I was able to know Rihanna because of her song Umbrella. I think this song gave her a very good break in the Pop Industry. She was able to make her name popular because of this song. I’m sure many people were able to make this as their “Last Song Syndrome”. Honestly. I’m one of those! I was even able to appreciate it more when I heard Mandy Moore’s version. Indeed, Rihanna, from being a newbie pop artist last year, made a big and successful step this year.

To know more about her, visit this site: top40.about.com. I liked this quote from Rihanna: “I want to give people a taste of the Caribbean, and show them the fun side of me.” As I was inspired with her profile, I’m sure you would be inspired too.

Year after year, we cannot say whose name ad music would be on top. Nowadays, there are many pop artists who would want to express themselves and entertain people. There are many pop albums to watch out for.

1. Kate Nash - Made of Bricks
2. Sia - Some People Have REAL Problems
3. Original Broadway Cast - Xanadu
4. Original Soundtrack - The Wire…and All Pieces Matter
5. Marah - Angels of Destruction
6. Rhonda Vincent - Good Things Going
7. Gilberto Gil - Duetos
8. Reverend Horton Heat - Hi-Fi Stereo
9. Wussy - Left for Dead
10. Amanda Shaw - Pretty Runs Out

These albums may be new to your ear. These are the artists launched their albums early January of 2008. You can visit this site to read some reviews and to compare prices: top40.about.com. Enjoy listening!