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Taylor Swift Earns a Spot on Maxim's Hot 100 List

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 18 May 2013 13:50:48 +0000

It looks like pop-country superstar Taylor Swift is not only one of the hottest women in country music. She’s also one of the hottest women, period… …At least according to Maxim’s new Hot 100 List. The 23-year-old singer-songwriter claimed a spot on this year’s list alongside stars like Katy Perry, Beyonce and Miley Cyrus. Swift [...]

Taylor Swift Admits a 'Cruise' Obsession, Mourns George Jones in Billboard

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:00:31 +0000

One woman pop country juggernaut Taylor Swift is an unstoppable force in today's music business, not just in country, but cutting across genres. She's performing at the upcoming Billboard Music Awards, where she's also nominated, and she spoke to the publication in advance of the show to share her highs and lows of the last year.

Ed Sheeran Stands Up for Taylor Swift, Squashes Dating Misconceptions

Christina Vinson — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:00:24 +0000

Taylor Swift has made it clear that she loves to talk about love, heartbreak and every emotion that comes along with a dating relationship -- her music is her outlet. But although speculation swirls around every male that Swift smiles at, she actually hasn't dated that many people, British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran insists.

Taylor Swift Fan Arrested for Trespassing Near Her Rhode Island Home

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:53 +0000

Given all the publicity and media attention that Taylor Swift got for plunking down $17 million in cash for a sprawling, beachfront mansion in Rhode Island last month, it's no surprise than an obsessed fan scouted the location in hopes of making her acquaintance.

Taylor Swift Steals the Groom in 'New Girl' Season Finale

Billy Dukes — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:00:36 +0000

Taylor Swift's cameo on the 'New Girl' season finale was short and memorable. The singer appeared as "Elaine," a wedding guest that remained in the background until the show's climatic moments. At the end of the episode, she ran off to get married, bringing an end to one of the show's season-long plotlines.

Taylor Swift Battles an Angry Badger in 'New Girl' Season Finale Promo

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:21 +0000

The hit Fox sitcom ‘New Girl’ is pulling out all the stops for its upcoming season finale. The special episode will feature a guest appearance by pop-country princess Taylor Swift — and she’s joined by an even more remarkable guest star. “What could be wilder than guest star Taylor Swift? An angry badger,” the promo [...]

One-Minute-Long, 17-Song Taylor Swift Mashup Goes Viral

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:00:27 +0000

In the internet age of instant YouTube stardom, aspiring performers are always looking for a new angle to get that breakout viral clip that could help launch them. It looks like guitarists Chad Neidt and Brian O'Sullivan have found one; their newly-uploaded clip -- in which they perform a jaw-dropping double-digit medley of Taylor Swift songs -- has garnered more than 25,000 views since it was uploaded at the beginning of May.

First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:57:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Jay-Z Calls Out Taylor Swift on 'The Great Gatsby' Soundtrack

Christina Vinson — Sat, 11 May 2013 14:40:12 +0000

Although Taylor Swift has seemingly moved on from the memorable 2009 shocker when rapper Kanye West interrupted her acceptance speech at the VMAs, it appears that West and his friends will never ever get over it. Music mogul Jay-Z calls out Swift on 'The Great Gatsby' film soundtrack.

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Won't Appear in 'Everything Has Changed' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:04 +0000

Taylor Swift is set to release 'Everything Has Changed,' her duet with singer and tourmate Ed Sheeran as the next single from 'Red.' As is the case with a new track, there will be an accompanying video -- but surprisingly, neither Swift nor Sheeran will appear in the clip.