Wasn’t Expecting That by Jamie Lawson is a bittersweet folk pop ballad and a brilliantly written story song. When I first heard this, I was like “That kind of sounds like Ed Sheeran”. (It ends up it’s Jamie Lawson who just happens to be the first artist signed to Ed Sheeran’s new label Gingerbread.)

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A former five-piece band now down to just main vocalist Mike Rosenberg, Passenger has slowly but surely breaking through all over the world blowing up in countries such as Australia, Germany and his home the UK. Even though it was released in July 2012, the 29 year old folk/singer-songwriter has had his biggest and only success with his single “Let Her Go” all over Europe early this year. Now Passenger looks to attempt at breaking through to the US and the future does look bright since it is already getting airplay on a few US radio stations as well as opening for Ed Sheeran on tour.

“Let Her Go” is an ode to losing your lover and only realizing what you had when its already gone. It has such a simple pop/folk sound to it that could grab anyone’s attention. He uses great metaphorical lines to express this such as,

Well you only need the light when it’s burning low
Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love her when you let her go

Passenger really paints the picture of realizing you love what you’ve already lost perfectly with great lyrics and a great hook that everyone can relate too. I can already see teens everywhere blasting and posting these lyrics all over social media. I truly believe this song could become a hit in the US for Passenger possibly very similar to The Lumineers or Of Monsters and Men breaking through with their hit songs in the last year.

“Let Her Go” has a perfect sound for the radio and good lyrics to go with it but only time will tell if Passenger can breakthrough.

Check out the music video for “Let Her Go”:

Here is Passenger performing the song live as well:

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While everyone was wondering about Sheeran and serial celeb dater Taylor Swift after they collaborated on “Everything Has Changed,” Swift was reportedly introducing the red-headed romancer to her good pal, Gomez.  The introduction must have gone over well, because Sheeran was recently spotted leaving Gomez’s house, guitar in hand.  Could there be a collab on the way?  Maybe he just knew that even a starlet like Selena couldn’t resist his musical charms.

We have our fingers crossed for this pairing, mostly because we’d like to see Gomez with someone who isn’t a complete dou–, uh, nuisance.  Plus, we think the two would be strangely (and absolutely) adorable together.  Am I getting too imaginative?  I don’t think I’ve crossed the line yet, considering I can’t come up with a better couple name than Edlena.

Anyway, Ed, if this is all just a made up rumor, it’s time to make it a reality.

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YESSSSSS. Another awards show that I get to do gif reactions for! This time it’s Toronto’s own MuchMusic Video Awards, where the stars came out for some of the most boringly bizarre outfits seen in a while.  Let’s get to trashin’ some fashion, shall we?!

Demi Lovato: the concept is great, I totally get the whole “less is more” thing you have going on here…unfortunately, it just translates to “less is more BORING.”

Taylor Swift: alright, Swifty, not bad…not bad at all! You’re FINALLY straying from the usual “long sparkly dress” choice, well done!

Jedward: Why are you here? How are you still a thing? Please leave.

Ed Sheeran: I love you, but come on. This outfit for an awards show is a big ol’ middle finger to the fashion world, and I am NOT okay with it. DISAPPOINTED.

Cody Simpson: I’m sorry, but who exactly do you think you are? Macklemore? Ugh, DISMISSED.

Chadvril: Almost! You guys were SO close to being on the “eh” list. Then Advril had to go and wear a belt on her head. Pity.

Marianas Trench: The very definition of “trying too hard.” Go home.

MuchMusic VJ Lauren Toyota: I didn’t know who you were, but I certainly do now! Take note, children, THIS is how you do a red carpet.

Until next time, kiddies!

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A young girl with curly blonde locks sits next to a boy with shaggy red hair on the bus as the song begins.  HMMM, I wonder who they could represent?  At least Swift has finally found a fitting way to visually manifest her infamous immaturity.  What’s that?  The children in the video are mature beyond their years?  Welp.

We see the two cuties latch onto one another throughout daily school activities, including gym class and band class, as pictured above.  But seriously, they’re off to the side during gym doing yoga by themselves.  THAT DOESN’T HAPPEN.  Speaking of things that don’t happen, if you find yourself beginning to feel jealous of the young couple’s relationship, just remember that elementary school aged boys do NOT (or cannot) read The Notebook in real life.

Yeah, you guys did it better.

So, do the present day Swift and Sheeran even appear in their own video?  Guess you’ll have to watch and see.

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I’m trying to write as many songs as possible; there are times I’ve been prolific and times I’ve not been prolific at all, but I just keep pushing. I think you just have to unclog the pipes and write as many songs as possible.

So, what do these songs sound like?  According to Sheeran, fans shouldn’t be expecting a part two of + (Plus).

It’s definitely leaning towards more of a beat-heavy thing, definitely more hip-hop-like…I think I’ve evolved a bit more since I made the first record, which I think is a healthy thing.

Hip-hop-like?!  Maybe that live mashup cover of “Thrift Shop” and “No Diggity” influenced his sound after all.  It’s hard to imagine Ed Sheeran + hip-hop beats, but we’re sure he’ll make it work (and his Sheerios will stand behind him through thick and thin).  The musician has already begun to demo new tracks, so after his tour ends in September, we can only expect that the recording process won’t drag on for very long.

What do you think about Sheeran stepping out of his comfort zone?  Will his mainstream success continue on with a new album, or do you think fans and critics will give it a – (minus)?  Okay, that was too much.  I’m sorry.  Maybe.

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Oh my GAWD you guys.  Someone spilled secrets of the new One Direction album…and that “someone” happens to be the Ginger Jesus himself, Ed Sheeran!  When asked about his amount of contribution to the album, Sheeran told MTV News:

“I haven’t done any songs on this one; I’ve actually kind of cut myself from giving any people songs at the moment, because I want to make my album. I was approached, and it wasn’t so much a ‘No,’ it was just a ‘I want to write tunes for myself at the moment.’ Once my album’s done, then we’ll see, but their album is already finished.”

Now, don’t go and get too excited quite yet, because One Direction’s official rep has said:

“The guys are still very much working on their new album, there won’t be one released with the film.”

Hmm…something’s not right here.  I guess only time will tell! What do you guys think: does Sheeran just not have his facts straight, or is 1D hiding something from us?

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MAY
24 fun.
31 New Kids On The Block/ 98 Degrees/ Boyz II Men

JUNE
7 Lionel Richie
14 Maroon 5
21 Hunter Hayes
28 Phillip Phillips

JULY
5 John Mayer
12 Ed Sheeran
19 Fall Out Boy
26 Train

AUGUST
2 The Band Perry
9 Michael Buble
16 Luke Bryan
23 One Direction
30 Chris Brown

According to TODAY’s website, more performances may be announced in the future, so make sure to keep an eye out.  But, for now, prepare your DVRs for the summer!

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AHHHHHHHH! THIS IS THE BEST EASTER PRESENT EVER OMG!

Well, okay, besides this, OBVIOUSLY:

ANYWAY, a source close to my husband Harry Styles has confirmed that the great cowlicked one is indeed working on solo material, telling “The Mirror:”

“He’s bounced some ideas off his friend Ed Sheeran and has already laid down some vocals.”

Now, before you freak out about the fab five becoming the fantastic four, try to remember that all five members of One Direction are currently under contract for the next three years, although they are not confined to just 1D recordings, with the source adding:

“Harry’s priority is obviously still with 1D. But when he decides the time to go solo has arrived, he’s likely to have a project raring to go.”

While I’m glad Harry won’t be leaving us Directioners any time soon, I must admit that I’m curious to hear what his solo project sounds like!  But while we’re waiting, we’ll be sure to keep doing “One Thing…”

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In a time of countless out of tune covers and downright weird renditions constantly trying to gain exposure, Ed Sheeran and Passenger remind us that there is still a way to do it right.  In Passenger’s Facebook caption for the video, he wrote that “it was lots of fun and about as gangster as i get.”

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