• Shine On, You Crazy Diamond

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    To coincide with the Jubilee, we’re running a series of Jubilee-related reviews, features and opinions.

    ALL Jubilee reviews will be awarded with this badge and points! To get it, just review something related to kings, queens, royalty or music related to regal events until midnight on June 10th 2012.

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  • Yeah!

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    Congratulations – you’ve published 20 blog posts!

    Plectrum: Influenced by Usher and Yeah! is the first single from his fourth album Confessions, both released in 2004.

    Yeah! was met with great critical acclaim for it’s groundbreaking production and is one of the fastest selling hip-hop singles in music history.

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  • Let’s Shake Hands

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    You now have ten friends!

    Plectrum: Influenced by The White Stripes and their debut 7″ single, released in 1998.

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  • Wildcard

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    Congratulations – You’ve just activated your profile!

    You’ve made a splash, but can you go the distance on Rockhaq? Good luck with your reviews.

    Plectrum: Influenced by the iconic sleeve design from the debut album by controversial punk band The Sex Pistols. This seminal punk band generated hordes of headlines during their short career, but ultimately lacked the musical talent and dedication for long-term success.

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  • Kamikaze

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    Congratulations – You’ve published five blogs!

    Plectrum: Influenced by PJ Harvey and her infamous pink catsuit from Glastonbury Festival 1997, Kamikaze is a track on her fifth album, Stories From The City, Stories From The Sea.

    After being nominated for the Mercury Music prize several times, this album finally won her the acclaimed award in 2001.

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