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Myspace Garners 1 Million More Users Last Month

Scott Shetler — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:30:24 +0000

Is a great Internet comeback story in the works? Myspace, the presumed-dead social networking site that was purchased by a group including Justin Timberlake, has revamped itself as a music-listening destination and added more than 1 million new users last month. Myspace claims to have more than 42 million songs available in its new music [...]

Justin Timberlake Talks MySpace TV, Debuts Scruffy Look

Jessica Sager — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:30:15 +0000

Justin Timberlake debuted a new look this week, stepping out with a full beard. The newly engaged star was entertaining techies at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas (where another Justin will promote a robot company today). Timberlake he was on hand to discuss his plans for MySpace’s revival. What does ‘The Social Network’ star have in store for this social network?

Justin Timberlake Named MySpace Creative Director

Dave Wheeler — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 18:13:05 +0000

It's just been reported that Justin Timberlake is not only taking ownership stake in Myspace but has been named the Creative Director after Specific Media acquired the ailing social networking site for $35 million in cash and equity. Does this news make you want to re-activate your long dormant account? I’m still going to say no.

Local Talents Get Sent To The X-Factor In Dallas!

Amber Brockett — Mon, 16 May 2011 14:27:44 +0000

Ever watched Simon Cowell's show, the X-Factor? (It's how Leona Lewis got her start in the music biz.) Out of 29 contestants who auditioned last night at the Tramontane Cafe, Sauqoit singer/songwriter Bryan James (Palmer) and Utica teen singer, Alexandria Corn, and are being flown to Dallas, TX to appear before judges.

Trouble At MySpace

Dave Wheeler — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 20:46:08 +0000

MySpace has been trying to re-brand itself as a site full of entertainment, comedians, and musicians. MySpace isn’t able to keep up with Facebook and sources are reporting that MySpace will layoff off half of its staff. As much as 50 percent of the 1,100 employees at Myspace could be let go. Even with the [...]