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Singled Out: Mehran's The Little Song of Hope

Welcome to Singled Out! where we ask artists to tell us the inside story of their latest single. Today Iranian Flamenco guitarist Mehran tells us about "The Little Song of Hope" from the album "Angels of Persepolis". We now turn it over to Mehran for the story:

This is another song from the album "Angels of Persepolis" that dares to stray away from the strictly Flamenco format. It is a slow ballad that has a heavy bluesy feel. Mehran wanted the rhythm to move faster and be busier and let the guitar be relaxed and loose on top of that. Even though it has that slow rock and blues feel to it the technique used to play the guitar is Flamenco (of course a guitar pick is never used) and that is why it sounds so different. Mehran wanted the beginning to be emotional and somber. Then in comes in the Accordion by Mr. Juliano Milo (A Croatian Gypsy) that basically accentuates the same melody that the guitar plays but in his own feel.

By the time the chorus comes in towards the end a glimmer of hope appears from afar. The ending is a very playful dialogue between Mehran and Juliano. It's an instrumental so it can be interpreted as one wishes, but I would say it is a romantic song with a happy and hopeful ending.

Hearing is believing. Now that you know the story behind the song, listen for yourself - right here!

VH1 Storytellers: T.I. Announced

VH1 Storytellers: T.I. is set to premiere on VH1 on Friday, December 10th at 11:00 PM ET/PT. Here is what we were sent over:

T.I, the proclaimed "King of the South," got personal last night during VH1's Storytellers taping saying, "Even when I lose faith in myself there is something in me that speaks through and says I am not finished yet" as he hit the stage of New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom and kept the capacity crowd on their feet the whole night as he blazed through a set of career hits.

Between songs, T.I. opened up with candid stories about his redemption from the life of a drug dealer to the rap superstar he is today. He also entertained questions from the audience on topics ranging from his time in prison to his future aspirations as a musician and actor. - more on this story

Grand Ole Reopening With Trace Adkins, Charlie Daniels, Montgomery Gentry, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, Josh Turner and more

Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Charlie Daniels Band, Diamond Rio, Jimmy Dickens, Del McCoury Band, Montgomery Gentry, Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton, Mel Tillis, and Josh Turner will take part in the grand reopening of the Grand Ole Opry.

On Wednesday, Grand Ole Opry officials announced that the show, displaced from its permanent home due to May's historic Nashville flood, will return to the Grand Ole Opry House with a star-packed show Tues., Sept. 28.

The show will air live on GAC: Great American Country. Special events and artist appearances will follow throughout October in celebration of both the show's return and its 85th Birthday. - more on this story

Janet Jackson's Number Ones

A&M/Ume have selected eleven of Janet Jackson's 34 number one songs for a new collection which will also include her recent iTunes chart topper, 'Nothing.'

'Janet Jackson – Number Ones - Icon' is set for release on August 31st and the songs span more than 20 years, from 1986's gold "What Have You Done For Me Lately" spun off from her blockbuster breakthrough Control to 2009's "Make Me," a song which Jackson debuted that year in tribute to her brother Michael at the MTV Video Music Awards and which quickly shot to #1 on the Dance chart.

Also heard from Control are the gold hits "Nasty" (#1 R&B/#3 Pop) and "When I Think Of You" (#1 Pop/#1 Dance). 1989's Rhythm Nation 1814 yielded the platinum Pop #1s "Miss You Much" and "Escapade," and gold Dance #1 "Alright." From 1993's janet., Janet Jackson – Number Ones - Icon culls the platinum Pop #1 "That's The Way Love Goes." In 1997, The Velvet Rope included the platinum #1 Pop "Together Again." The title track of 2000's All For You and the album's "Doesn't Really Matter" were two more platinum #1 Pop smash hits. - more on this story

Ray LaMontagne's New Album A Hit

Ray LaMontagne's new album God Willin' & the Creek Don't Rise has debuted at no. 3 on the Billboard Top 200 and no. 1 on the Digital album chart selling over 64,000 units.

This marks a personal sales best for Ray and ties his debut chart position at #3 for Gossip in the Grain. The first single off the album, "Beg, Steal or Borrow" is currently #2 on the AAA chart which is also a career high for Ray.

Entirely self produced (for the first time) God Willin' & the Creek Don't Rise was recorded in two weeks at LaMontagne's home in the woods of western Massachusetts. The newly restored historic home served as a homemade recording studio for Ray and his fellow musicians. - more on this story

iCarly Star Releases Country EP

iCarly star Jennette McCurdy has released her first country music EP called Not That Far Away.

The new EP has just been released digitally and is now available through iTunes. Already a successful actress with a legion of fans who know her as the sassy Sam Puckett on the Nickelodeon TV series iCarly, McCurdy is also a gifted singer/songwriter who has long wanted to launch a career in country music.

Her ability to channel a wealth of emotional experiences into song has earned her the respect of many of Nashville's top songwriters. Jennette co-wrote three of the four tracks on the EP including the title track which she wrote with Rachel Proctor and Blair Daly and all of the tracks were produced by Paul Worley (Lady Antebellum). - more on this story

Marcy Playground: Indaba Remixes from Wonderland

Marcy Playground's Indaba Remixes from Wonderland will be released by Capitol/EMI on September 28th.

Indaba Remixes from Wonderland is a new CD and digital collection of remixes from the band's 2009 album Leaving Wonderland...In a Fit of Rage. For the release, the band partnered last fall with the top online destination for music creation, Indaba Music, to offer fans the opportunity to put their own stamp on Marcy Playground's songs by remixing them. The band then selected their favorite mixes, from hundreds submitted, for inclusion on this special release.

Marcy Playground frontman John Wozniak comments: "I wanted to make this record to show people what the online music community is capable of. I believe the talent reflected in these tracks speaks for itself. This community is thriving. It's thriving because musicians feed on inspiration they get from other musicians. Music is not meant to be a solitary endeavor. It's something we like to do with other people. But maybe you live in a remote part of the world, or have problems with mobility because you're physically disabled, or have severe social anxiety, or simply can't find other musicians in your locale who share your musical interests. Indaba side-steps these limitations, giving musicians all over the world a way to get together and create anyway, which is revolutionary. " - more on this story

Who Is Harry Nilsson And Why Is Everybody Talkin About Him?

Lorber Films has announced the theatrical release of the documentary Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him)? which profiles the extraordinary life and career of the enigmatic Harry Nilsson, considered by many music critics and peers to be one of the best singer-songwriters of his time. Nilsson was also famous for being The Beatles' favorite "group."

Who Is Harry Nilsson? premiers at the Laemmle Sunset 5 Theater on September 17, 2010 in Los Angeles for a one week only showing and will expand to other US markets during the Fall and Winter of 2010.

Directed by Emmy and Grammy nominee John Scheinfeld (The U.S. vs. John Lennon, We Believe), the powerful and incredibly emotional Who Is Harry Nilsson? combines compelling interviews with Harry's friends and colleagues, rare and never-before-seen archival footage, home movies and excerpts from Nilsson's recently discovered oral autobiography. - more on this story

Cali Swag District Hit Again

Cali Swag District have scored the No 1 most added spot at urban radio with their second single "Where You Are."

The track produced by hit-makers, Sanchez & M Lane (for NYLA Productions) samples Michael Jackson's 1972 hit "I Wanna Be Where You Are" and has already proven to be a fan favorite.

This follows their breakthrough single "Teach Me How To Dougie", and Cali Swag District will perform both tracks for fans at the launch of their very own custom made milkshake at celeb hot spot, Millions of Milkshakes in Los Angeles. - more on this story

Bruno Mars Sets Album Release, Chatting With Fans Tonight

Elektra have set an October 5th release date for Bruno Mars debut album, "Doo–Wops & Hooligans," and have announced a live chat that will take place tonight.

The album includes Bruno's smash single, "Just The Way You Are," which is currently standing as a Top 3 success on iTunes' "Top Singles" chart and also a Top 3 favorite on the "Top Pop Songs" ranking.

The track is also exploding at multi-format radio outlets nationwide, with Top 20 success at both Rhythmic and CHR/Top 40. A companion video clip – directed by Ethan Lader (B.o.B, Kidz In The Hall) – is set to premiere in early September.

Bruno will be taking questions from fans around the globe at his first-ever live webchat, set to begin at 6PM ET today at - www.brunomars.com.

Skiggy Rapz Featured On Jersey Shore Tonight

Fans of Skiggy Rapz be sure to tune in to tonight's episode of Jersey Shore on MTV, at 10 p.m. EDT (9 p.m. CDT).

The track "Bang To The Boogie" from the Bang To The Boogie EP plays in episode 205 ("The Letter") and will be tagged on screen.

Previously, Skiggy Rapz's single "Today" was featured in episode 202 "The Hangover." - more on this story

Magic Gas From Roach Gigz

Roach Gigz has released a new video for "Magic Gas", a song off his recent mixtape Roachy Balboa.

The clip is, appropriately enough, set in front of a gast station in his hometown of San Francisco. Shot by frequent collaborator Aris Jerome on what looks to be a typical California afternoon, prominently featured is a sign emblazoned on the side of the station proclaiming "Smile, you're in SF." While Roach doesn't do a whole lot of smiling in the clip, his flow is so constant that his gold grillz seem to always be on display.

The song depicts the journey of a young Roach growing up dabbling in typical juvenile delinquency and making the transition to the respected 22 year old emcee that we see today. Despite what his tumultuous past may imply, it's clear from Roach's skilled lyricism and dexterity that he is not only gifted, but wise beyond his years. As if his intelligence doesn't show through in his rhymes, he includes the line "I was a crook / But I never got below a 3.0 on my report card," proving just how much of a chameleon the shifty rapper can be. - more on this story

The Hundred in the Hands and Temper Trap Tour

The Hundred in the Hands are hitting the road with Temper Trap on a national tour this fall.

The Hundred in the Hands are touring in support of their debut full-length, which comes out September 21 on Warp Records.

The tour begins September 26 in Philadelphia and includes stops in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Detroit and San Francisco. - more on this story

Lyfe Jennings Saying Goodbye with One Final Album and Tour

Lyfe Jennings will release what he has called his "final" studio album on August 31st via Jesus Swings/Asylum/Warner Bros. Records. Lyfe will also embark on a national tour this fall for one last hurrah with his fans.

Regarding his decision to step-away from recording, Lyfe is grateful for all the support over the years. "To my fans/friends, we've had a hell of a ride," he says. "Some of us will reach our destinations faster than others, but I thank you for traveling with me, supporting my every step. We are only human and human is only temporary. Thank you for seeing my spirit. Pray for my next journey guys, it's been great."

Executively produced by Lyfe Jennings, the album features contributions from Canadian producer T-Minus (Ludacris, Drake, LeToya Luckett), Brian Michael Cox, Erik Hudson and Troy Taylor. Fellow soul-singer Anthony Hamilton, the album's only feature, graces the soaring track "Hero." - more on this story

Rick Florino Announces Book III in Dolor Series

Rick Florino continues his Dolor mystery/horror novella series with Dolor: Arielle│Book III, out September 27 via New American Deities.

Arielle--the third in a series of ten stories about the creepy town of Dolor--will be available for only 99 cents on September 27, 28 and 29 at www.BookOfDolor.com. From September 30 through October 31, 2010, Arielle can be purchased for the discounted price of $3.99.

As an introduction to the Dolor story, a free download of Lila and Chrissy, the first two books in the series, is available at www.bookofdolor.com/signup.html and hard copies of the books can be purchased for just $4.99 each - more on this story