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Goo Goo Dolls Have "Something for the Rest of Us"
Most bands around in 1986 have come and gone, but the Goo Goo Dolls are back and continue to stay relevant. With 17 top 10 singles including TouchTunes favorites, "Iris", "Slide" and "Black Balloon", the Goo Goo Dolls’ 9th studio album release, Something for the Rest of Us, does not disappoint. Kicking off August 31, TouchTunes will promote the first single off of the album, "Home" on Digital Jukeboxes and BarflyTV screens nationwide for two weeks.
Katy Perry Returns with "Teenage Dream"
When Katy Perry first grabbed national attention with her 2008 hit song "I Kissed a Girl," most believed she was the true definition of a one-hit wonder. But she's scored several hits since her initial breakthrough, including her recent chart success "California Gurls." This week, Katy delivers everyone's Teenage Dream come true with the release of her second studio album, now playing on TouchTunes Digital Jukeboxes nationwide.
Lady Gaga Releases "The Remix"
International superstar, Lady Gaga, presents The Remix, a 10 track remix collection available in the U.S. and on TouchTunes for the very first time! Stuart Price, Passion Pit, Richard Vission and many other highly acclaimed artists put their spin on Gaga hits from The Fame and The Fame Monster including fan favorites "Just Dance," "Poker Face," "Love Game," "Bad Romance," "Alejandro" and more. Kicking off August 3, 2010, TouchTunes will promote the album on Digital Jukeboxes and on BarflyTV screens nationwide.
Exclusive Jukebox Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd
The iconic southern rock band, Lynyrd Skynyrd has had a significant influence on modern country music, which makes this newly released country tribute album to this legendary band more than fitting. Sweet Home Alabama - The Country Music Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd, will be promoted nationwide on TouchTunes Digital Jukeboxes and BarflyTV screens from July 27 through August 9, 2010. TouchTunes will be the exclusive jukebox network to feature the album until 2011. The album highlights classic Lynyrd Skynyrd tracks such as "Tuesday’s Gone," "Gimme Three Steps," and "Sweet Home Alabama," performed by today’s top country artists, including Eric Church, Randy Houser, Shooter Jennings, Jamey Johnson, Uncle Kracker, Randy Montana, Ashley Ray and Eli Young Band.
New Sheryl Crow "100 Miles from Memphis"
"100 Miles from Memphis" is more than a location for Sheryl Crow, it’s a state of mind and the inspiration behind her aptly named seventh album 100 Miles from Memphis. For this Kennett, Missouri native the songs on 100 Miles from Memphis bring her back to her roots both musically and emotionally including her first single off the album, "Summer Day," which displays Crow’s lighter side and vocal talent. TouchTunes will promote 100 Miles from Memphis on TouchTunes Digital Jukeboxes and BarflyTV screens nationwide for two weeks beginning on July 27, 2010.
Happy Birthday America!
Celebrate Independence Day at your favorite TouchTunes location and be sure and check out our “4th of July” playlist! This SUPER-PATRIOTIC 100 song compilation includes classic American favorites such as “Born In The U.S.A,” “Sweet Home Alabama,” “American Girl,” and of course “The Star Spangled Banner.”
Win a Trip & Backstage Access to Lollapalooza
Since the festival’s inception in 1991, music fans have flocked to Lollapalooza each summer to hear the latest music from the most popular alternative rock, hip hop and punk rock bands. And NOW TouchTunes is getting in on the action by bringing a special Lollapalooza playlist and sweepstakes to designated TouchTunes and BarflyTV locations nationwide. Starting June 22, select artists performing at the festival will be featured in a custom playlist on jukeboxes throughout the U.S. Additionally, a sweepstakes overlay will offer users the chance to win a trip for two to Lollapalooza. One lucky winner will receive roundtrip airfare for two, three night hotel accommodations and backstage access at the festival in Chicago’s Grant Park on August 6-8 . Fans can enter at participating jukeboxes or online at www.touchtunes.com/lollapalooza through July 5.
Ozzy Osbourne Wants to Hear You “Scream”
Ozzy Osbourne has been at the forefront of hard rock and metal music for over 40 years. From his iconic role as singer for Black Sabbath, to his dynamic solo career, as well as his reality TV show, and infamous Ozzfest tours, Ozzy has become a household name. The release of “Scream” marks Ozzy’s 10th studio album and his first album in almost three years. Kicking off June 15, TouchTunes will promote “Scream” on jukeboxes and BarflyTV screens nationwide.
Christina Aguilera’s New Album, “Bionic” - Now Available
This week, international superstar Christina Aguilera released her fourth studio album “Bionic.” With 30 million albums sold worldwide and the prestigious honor of being the only artist under the age of 30 included in Rolling Stone Magazine’s list of the 100 greatest singers of all time, 5 time Grammy Award winner Christina Aguilera has already achieved an unprecedented level of success. Featuring songs co-written by Aguilera along with Sia, Tricky Stewart, Polow Da Don, Le Tigre, Hill & Switch, and Ladytron, TouchTunes will promote “Bionic” on jukeboxes and BarflyTV screens nationwide.
