411 Mania — But he praised Adele and Lady Gaga... more info

Guardian Music — Whether it was intended that way or not, Michael Kiwanuka's debut ticks a lot of the boxes required for pop success in 2012If such a thing as a racing certainty still exists in these turbulent times for rock and pop, then Michael Kiwanuka's debut alb... more info

Guardian Music — In Sweden, the race to decide each year's entry is taken so seriously that the hint of a fix causes outrage. The UK could benefit from the same commitment to encouraging new artistsSwedish National Television – Sweden's equivalent to the BBC – re... more info

Gigwise — Movie fans vote for soul star ahead of the likes of Muse and Foo Fighters more info

411 Mania — News and thoughts on Tila Tequila's harrowing week, Adele taking on Bruce Springsteen, a Facebook for Insane Clown Posse fans, Lana Del Rey contradicting herself, the Drive soundtrack going vinyl and more! more info

Perez Hilton — HA! Just when we thought they were done (and really, they should be — this gets an exception!), along comes another HIGHlarious Sh*t Says! This one is featuring our wonderful, beautiful, and talented goddess, Adele! TOO FUNNY!! Watch (above) — an... more info

Starpulse — Adele continues to reign supreme at the top of the U.S. album charts - her "21" has added a 23rd week to its haul. If she manages another week at number one she'll tie the record set by Prince And... more info

411 Mania — Can Wrecking Ball knock 21 out of the top spot? more info

ContactMusic — Adele continues to reign supreme at the top of the U S album charts - her 21 has added a 23rd week to its haul If she manages another week at number one shell tie the record set by Prince the Revolutions Purple Rain soundtrack in 1984 and 1985... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Todd Martens looks at the week in the music charts. For Adele, it's week No. 23 at the top of the U.S. pop charts. The week's top debut, and indeed the only debut inside the top 10, is Kid Cudi's psychedelic rock project WZRD. And genre-hopping jazz ... more info