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One of the most popular world cup songs, 3 lions has been re-released in time for the worldcup.

Originally recorded by Frank Skinner, David Baddiel and the lightning seeds in 1996, it was one of the few (perhaps only) world cup songs to be song by the fans in stadiums.

The Anthem is now being released by Robbie Williams and Russell Brand in time for this years world cup.

To hear the song click on the video below

Glee continues to go from strength to strength and the continued success of the soundtrack in both album and single charts proves that they also have a sound business plan.

The show has a happy feel good factor and this is reflected in the songs from the show.

Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes, check out this video.

If you ever had any doubt that the cast of Glee can actually sing, they were recently asked to sing the American National Anthem before the 3rd game of the Baseball World Series.

Led by Amber Riley putting on a powerful soulful performance all the main cast members take part.

The results are quite impressive and are shown in the video below.

Recently Philos have taken time out from their busy Schedule to take part in a quick Question and Answer Session with jpmblog.com

jpmblog: Who were your musical idols growing up?

Philos: The great thing about our band is that we all have different idols and musical influences. When we come together and work on stuff, we’re really pulling from a vast history of music. In no particular order, our idols were: The Beatles, The Normals, Gin Blossoms, Dave Matthews Band, Derek Webb, Third Eye Blind, Jimmy Eat World, Dashboard Confessional, Foo Fighters, Tonic

jpmblog: If each of you had to pick a favourite song that inspire you, what would it be?

Vince – One of my most inspirational songs, Jimmy Eat World’s “For Me This is Heaven” I just love the melody and the lyrics, and the way it builds and builds. Just beautiful.

Kenny – Oh geez.. Really? One song? Ever? You’re killing me… Ummm.. I’ll have to go with the first one that pops up.. How about “If You’re Gonna Leave” by Emerson Hart?

Michael – This is never an answerable question, but today, I’ll go for “Two Of You” by Jackson Browne.

jpmblog: If you had to compare yourself to any other group, band or artist, who would it be?

Philos: We get a mix of “Switchfoot, Third Eye Blind, Dashboard Confessional” (but better… haha!)

jpmblog: Where did you guys meet and when did you first decide to form a band?

Philos: We all met while attending Belmont University in Nashville, TN. We met in 2003. We were roommates in a few different houses until 2007. While living together, we’d always write and play music with and for each other…The band started as a joke, in all honesty in 2008. We wanted to see if we could play a show as a band, and have fun. We had 150+ people to our first show, and from then on, we’ve been Philos.

jpmblog: You have just released your version of the Wicked hit Defying Gravity, what made you pick that song for release, and why does it standout for you, and how cool is it that you have a song available on iTunes?

Philos: Vince saw the musical in Chicago, and walked away from it singing the song to his sister. As they’re walking through the streets of Chicago to catch a train, he, a drummer, started air drumming to the song and told her, “Defying Gravity needs to be a pop tune”. She halfheartedly agreed, mainly just to please him. When Vince got back to Nashville, he worked on a rough track of the song before he showed it to his roommate and lead singer, Kenny. Kenny had seen the show. Vince played the rough, then the original for Kenny. Something truly came over them as they listened to the lyrics this time. They knew the song had to be recorded. The message in the song is perfect for what we, as 20-somethings and musicians trying to make it in a very difficult industry, want to say. But beyond that, It relates to everyone…That’s why the song is such a great success. The lyric transcends the Broadway/musical-theater genre, and resonates with anyone that hears it. As far as we know, we’re the only male fronted version of the song. (We don’t count the guy from Glee. Yes, he’s a male, but his vocal range is insanely high).

We’re extremely grateful to be on iTunes. It literally allows us to reach the world. Up until recently, if you were an independent band, it was really difficult for people across the country, nevermind the world, to hear your music. Now, anyone anywhere can find our songs. It’s truly amazing.

jpmblog: How many gigs have you guys performed in?

Philos: a lot. Uh… Combined? Hundreds. We play a lot, but we haven’t started extensive touring yet. We still need to sell more records. (*hint hint*/ahem… readers!!)

jpmblog: What’s been your favourite gig so far and do you have any funny touring stories?

Philos: Favorite gig, hands down…. Playing at the Pantages Theater in Los Angeles for the composer of Wicked’s birthday party which was also a benefit for the Actors Guild.

(Photo taken from here)

We got invited to play with a whole slew of Broadway stars to honor Stephen. The LA leads from Wicked were there. The original Belle from Beauty and the Beast… etc. and … us.

We got to open the Wicked portion of the show. We went into the show as the only unknown, and we ended up being the last to leave. So many people wanted to talk to us, and get our story. It was really wonderful.

There are strings of stories about having calendar models sign our bodies, fitting an entire band in a four door sedan, and our guitarists getting in a mix up and knocking each other out with their guitars on stage, but we’ll leave those for a next interview.

jpmblog: If you could pick any song to cover for your next release, which song would it be?

Philos: Well… we’re not really TRYING to be a cover band… so ideally, we’ll get to do originals. HAHA. Vince has always wanted to do “circle of life’ , Kenny’s a fan of “Welcome” by Caleb. Michael likes the song “Maneater” by Hall & Oates.

jpmblog:  Where do you see yourself in 10 years time?

Philos: Bigger than Coldplay and U2 combined. Naw, really… we dont know. The goal has been, and always will be, to be able to sustain our lives by doing what we love to do. That’s happiness for us.

jpmblog: What’s next for Philos?

Philos: We’re hoping to have our 2nd EP done in the next month or so. We’re going do some little tours, and hopefully we’ll get more wonderful fans like we have now. It’s all about them.

A Big Thanks to Philos for taking the time the answer my questions.

In this Post I described how the TV show Glee was becoming popular. In a move of commercial genius, after each episode has finished, the songs from that show become available on iTunes.

The net affect is that Glee songs are finding their way into the UK music chart. Don’t stop believing has been flying high in the charts for several weeks, and the Glee version of the Queen Hit “Somebody to Love” has also just charted, with good cause it’s a really good version.

Check out the official of the Glee version of Somebody to Love below.

Each Day this week we are sharing more Philos tracks.

Todays Philos Song is their version of the Christmas Carol We Three Kings.

You can either hear the song my watching the video below, or by downloading the MP3 by clicking on the Down load link.

We Three Kings MP3 Download Link.

Each Day this week we are sharing more Philos tracks.

Todays Philos Song is Weight of the World.

You can either hear the song my watching the video below, or by downloading the MP3 by clicking on the Down load link.

Weight of the World MP3 download link

Each Day this week we are sharing more Philos tracks.

Todays Philos Song is Left Me.

You can either hear the song my watching the video below, or by downloading the MP3 by clicking on the Down load link.

Left Me Mp3 Download link

Each Day this week we are sharing more Philos tracks.

Todays Philos Song is Difference.

You can either hear the song my watching the video below, or by downloading the MP3 by clicking on the Down load link.

Difference Download MP3

Just a quick follow up on this post, where Philos perform their version of Defying Gravity.

The Band have released an impressive acoustic version onto YouTube to show case their talent.

Check out the video below.

Each Day this week we are sharing more Philos tracks.

Todays Philos Song is Come Drive.

You can either hear the song my watching the video below, or by downloading the MP3 by clicking on the Down load link.

Come Drive MP3 Download link.

Todays Philos Song is Angels We have Heard on High.

Angels We have Heard on High is a well known Christmas Carol, which Philos perform here in there own style.

You can either hear the song my watching the video below, or by downloading the MP3 by clicking on the Down load link.

MP3 Download Link

X-Factor stars Jedward (Jonathan & Edward) have released their version of Under Pressure as a single, and at the time of writing the song was the second most popular single purchased on iTunes.

What’s really interesting though is the reviews and scores given by the people who have purchased the single. The marks are split almost 50/50 between 1 star and 5 stars, with no one scoring in between. I’ve never seen that before and it sums up Jedward and their appeal perfectly.

You either love them or hate them

It’s always interesting to see how different people interpret and perform the same piece of music in completely different ways.

In previous posts I’ve written about the song Defying Gravity from the hit musical Wicked, performed in the original Broadway style, in a rock style by Kerry Ellis, and in a Glee Mash up.

And now the group Philos have released their version of Defying Gravity, and again it’s completely different to the other versions as the band have really stamped their own style onto the song. Check them out in the video below.

Fresh from their success in the recent X-Factor TV series, Jonathan and Edward were asked to perform at the National Television Awards. The boys performed their version of the Queen Hit ”Under Pressure”. The audience seemed to enjoy the performance - especially when they were joined on stage by Vanilla Ice.

They may not be the best singers in the world but they certainly have the enthuthiasm

GLEE is the new comedy show (staring Dianna Agron, Chris Colfer, Jessalyn Gilsig, Jane Lynch, Jayma Mays, Kevin McHale, Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Matthew Morrison, Amber Riley, Mark Salling, Jenna Ushkowitz) shown on E4 in the UK and on FOX in the USA. It tells the story of a high school Glee Club and the day to day trials of it members and tutors.

It’s mix of brilliant Jazzed up versions of popular songs have helped the show become popular and it’s modern take on the musical genre has helped introduce a new generation to musical drama.

In the video below a talented fan of the show performs his version of 2 of the songs from the first season of GLEE, Defying Gravity & True Colours.

This year Ant and Dec had their own Christmas tv special, in a similar style to the old Morecambe and Wise shows.

One of the highlights of the show was an amusing version of the 12 days of Christmas with Robbie’s choir taking on Ant & Dec’s choir.

The video of the Christmas song can be seen below.

Susan Boyle has recently shot to world wide fame following her performance on Britians Got Talent.

Even though Susan didn’t win the competition it did bring her to the attention of the world and now she has a top selling album to her name as well as being a house hold name in the states.

One of Susan’s dreams was to sing with stage and recording star Elaine Paige, her dream came true on a recent TV special where they sang I know him so well and the 2 ladies sounded great together. The video of the performance can be seen below.

On Saturday 19/12/09, the Scunthorpe Corps Salvation Army band, braved the weather and played a selection of Christmas Carols to shoppers in Ashby High St.

The morning was a great success and the music was much appreciated, and several of the Carols were captured on video.

1) Who is He in yonder stall:

2) In the bleak mid-winter:

3) Past 3 O’clock:

4) Oh Happy Day:

5) Sweet Chiming Christmas Bells:

6) While Shepherds watched their flocks by night:

A new charity radio station has launched in the UK which lets users listen to the inner-workings of Santa’s Workshop.

Radio Lapland is available on DAB digital radio across several regions of the UK and there is a constant live stream on their website.

The radio space has been loaned to them free of charge for the Christmas period by operator Arqiva and Radio Lapland play radio adverts for charity’s and good causes, so everyone wins.

So let the children hear the magic of Christmas and check out Radio Lapland.