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Breaking news! We at TickPick....are proud to present you...our second-EVER...(drum roll, please)... TICKPICK QUIZ. I don’t know, was that too dramatic? We’re too excited to tell. For any of you readers out there who were struck with violent illness or some such emergency (which are the only possible why you’d miss our first-ever quiz...right?), we’ll ... <a title="QUIZ: What Famous Rapper are You?" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/quiz-what-famous-rapper-are-you/" aria-label="Read more about QUIZ: What Famous Rapper are You?">Read more</a>

So we’ve all heard of Beyoncé... and that’s how I’m going to end that sentence actually, because I value my life. You see, I’m about to open your eyes to a Beyoncé remix that kind of changes the game. And as excited as I am to spread the news, if I were to end that first ... <a title="Beyoncé-Inspired Mystery Man Kills The Internet - Say Hello To Seyoncé" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/beyonce-inspired-mystery-man-kills-the-internet-say-hello-to-seyonce/" aria-label="Read more about Beyoncé-Inspired Mystery Man Kills The Internet - Say Hello To Seyoncé">Read more</a>

Yesterday, we kind of nerded out about news of a Yeezus movie coming to theaters soon. Upon nerding, however, we started to realize something: Kanye is crazy. We know, we know, that’s not news anymore. Kanyeland is a kooky, crazy place where social appropriateness is as non-existent as his insecurities. But when we started seriously ... <a title="QUIZ- Who Said It: Kanye West Or A Crazy Person?" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/quiz-who-said-it-kanye-west-or-a-crazy-person/" aria-label="Read more about QUIZ- Who Said It: Kanye West Or A Crazy Person?">Read more</a>

After performing the North American leg of the infamous Yeezus tour last week, Kanye West went on to discreetly debut a trailer for a new - wait for it -  Yeezus FILM. That’s right, we will now have the pleasure of feeling confused and slightly disturbed by Kanye in a theater! But hey, as Yeezus himself proclaimed ... <a title="The Yeezus Movie: Watch The Trailer, Read The Crazy" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-yeezus-movie-watch-the-trailer-read-the-crazy/" aria-label="Read more about The Yeezus Movie: Watch The Trailer, Read The Crazy">Read more</a>

Pharrell Williams‘ infamous Vivienne Westwood hat worn to the Grammy’s on January 26th has gotten quite a ride on the internet meme train of late. And since the Internet loved Pharrell’s Grammys hat so much, the artist has decided to sell it for a good cause. Curious to hear more? At 8 p.m. ET on ... <a title="Pharrell’s Grammy Hat For Sale On Ebay- UPDATE: It’s Arby’s Hat Now?" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/pharrells-grammy-hat-for-sale-on-ebay-its-meme-tastic/" aria-label="Read more about Pharrell’s Grammy Hat For Sale On Ebay- UPDATE: It’s Arby’s Hat Now?">Read more</a>

When it comes to a music performance, the same rule applies: Two is better than one. This week’s playlist features some of the best collaborative performances on YouTube. Ranging across genres, these collaborative performances feature some of the greatest musicians of all time. From all-star guitarists, to legendary jazz musician icons—these videos prove that live ... <a title="Five Video Friday | Best Music Collaborations" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/five-video-friday-best-music-collaborations/" aria-label="Read more about Five Video Friday | Best Music Collaborations">Read more</a>

Every Friday, the TickPick blog is going to feature a five video playlist of what we believe, in our opinion, are some of the best of the live music performances on YouTube. Though these videos don’t have anyone licking hammers (no offense Miley), they do feature arena sized crowds, killer queens, and illegal rooftop concerts. ... <a title="YouTube Playlist Friday | Five Best Classic Rock Videos" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/youtube-playlist-friday-five-best-classic-rock-videos/" aria-label="Read more about YouTube Playlist Friday | Five Best Classic Rock Videos">Read more</a>

We created TickPick for fans. So, to celebrate the fans who keep us going, we combed the Twitter-sphere for the best of those dedicated souls who bring us the latest news from our favorite artists in 140 characters or less. Here, we have assembled the best twitter accounts for diehard fans to follow. Top Twitter ... <a title="TickPick’s Picks - The Best Twitter Accounts for Fans" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/best-twitter-accounts-for-fans/" aria-label="Read more about TickPick’s Picks - The Best Twitter Accounts for Fans">Read more</a>

23 year old Abel Tesfaye, better known by his stage name The Weeknd, is releasing his first solo debut album on September 10th. The album titled “Kiss Land” will coincide with the launch of his fall tour—appropriately named “The Fall Tour”. The Weeknd will be kicking off his tour in Vancouver. You can still buy ... <a title="The Weeknd New Album Review" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/the-weeknd-new-album-review/" aria-label="Read more about The Weeknd New Album Review">Read more</a>

Jeff Hanneman, guitarist for the legendary Slayer, passed away yesterday in California at age 49. The heavy metal world is mourning the loss to liver failure of Hanneman, known for his screeching, wailing, atonal guitar sounds, aggressively controversial lyrics, and devil-may-care attitude. Once a pillar of stability for Slayer, performing with the band consistantly for ... <a title="Goodbye, Jeff Hanneman" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/goodbye-jeff-hanneman/" aria-label="Read more about Goodbye, Jeff Hanneman">Read more</a>

Today marks the second release of our #MusicMonday artist bio and playlist release, and this week we’re featuring the Dropkick Murphys. This week’s playlist reflects and complements Dropkick Murphy’s sound,  featuring bands like The Pogues, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Everclear, and more. And remember — You tell us what you want us to write, who you ... <a title="#MusicMonday 4/22 - Dropkick Murphys" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/musicmonday-422-dropkick-murphys/" aria-label="Read more about #MusicMonday 4/22 - Dropkick Murphys">Read more</a>

About a month ago Resident Advisor released their first video of an anticipated new Between the Beats web series: Nina Kraviz.  The eleven minute clip sparked quite a bit of controversy because the filmmakers, and possibly Resident Advisor, questionable intentions.  Instead of focusing on Nina’s passion for music, they portrayed her as a marketable object.  The ... <a title="Nina Kraviz Video Scandal Explained" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/nina-kraviz-video-scandal-explained/" aria-label="Read more about Nina Kraviz Video Scandal Explained">Read more</a>

[well]UPDATE: Justin Bieber may be cleaning up his act. Apparently, he has been hard at work in the studio and is even dropping hints about a 2015 tour! [/well] Justin Bieber has been a tabloid fixture for the past few weeks due to his increasingly bizarre behavior and public relations snafus.  First the Catholic school ... <a title="Too Much Monkey Business for Bieber" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/too-much-monkey-business-for-bieber/" aria-label="Read more about Too Much Monkey Business for Bieber">Read more</a>

It is November 29. You have 26 days (or fewer!) to buy your holiday presents, but don’t worry. We are here to help you. If you missed our previous installments, check them out here: Part One (Concert Ideas for Her), Part Two (Theatre Ideas for Her), and Part Three (Concert Ideas for Him). They are ... <a title="Holiday Gift Ideas for Him (Theatre Edition)" class="read-more" href="https://blog-admin.tickpick.com/holiday-gifts-part-four/" aria-label="Read more about Holiday Gift Ideas for Him (Theatre Edition)">Read more</a>