Gina Vespa – who, sadly, is not affiliated with the motor scooter company – is a GWU graduate currently residing in Maryland with her husband and two dachshunds. A freelance writer for both Diffuser.fm and PopCrush, Gina enjoys combining her love for music with her passion for writing. She has interviewed artists such as Matt Pond and Zac and Isaac Hanson, and she's always on the lookout for new bands to check out.
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Nissan Leaf 2012 Global Campaign Commercial – What’s the Song?
The first commercial promoting the global brand campaign for the Nissan Leaf – the automotive company’s environmentally friendly, all-electric car – has been released. Paired with the ad is Bronze Radio Return’s ear-catching tune ‘Shake, Shake, Shake.’
Dell ‘Meet Billy’ 2012 Commercial – What’s the Song?
Young love is precious, and in this brand-new Dell commercial, Billy captures Charlotte's attention by taking pictures of her favorite things in the world -- the stars -- with his powerful new laptop. Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard’s heartwarming song, ‘You Remind Me of Home,’ can be heard in the background of the charming ad.
‘Safe Haven’ Trailer – What’s the Song?
The trailer for ‘Safe Haven’ -- an upcoming film based on the best-selling Nicholas Sparks book and starring Josh Duhamel and Julianne Hough -- features a haunting rendition of Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Go Your Own Way.’ The singer of the gripping cover is folk-rock artist Lissie.
‘Walking After Midnight,’ Episode 1 – What’s the Song?
‘Walking After Midnight’ is a short film series directed by James Franco featuring shoes by designer Stuart Weitzman. The first installment has been appropriately paired with a rendition of Patsy Cline’s ‘Walkin’ After Midnight’ by Girl in a Coma.
The song is a track from the all-female band’s covers album, ‘Adventures in Coverland,’ which was released back in 2010 via Joan Jett's Blackheart Recor
‘Playing for Keeps’ Trailer – What’s the Song?
The first trailer has been unveiled for ‘Playing for Keeps’ -- a film starring Gerard Butler and Jessica Biel -- and it features the gripping tune ‘Steal Your Heart’ by Augustana.
‘Beats by Dre’ Headphones Commercial – What’s the Song?
The new commercial for Dr. Dre's signature ‘Beats by Dre’ headphones features 'Anything Could Happen' by Ellie Goulding. In addition to starring in the recent ad, the rising British singer also signed a special pair of the vibrant headphones, which are available to win by entering this contest.
Kmart 2012 Layaway Giveaway Commercial – What’s the Song?
Kmart boasts the following giveaway in their new commercial: “We’re paying off layaway for one winner in every store, every week!” The tune featured in the ad – 'Girl' by Das Racist – is ultra catchy and full of pumped-up electronic beats.
2012 Apple iPod Commercial – What’s the Song?
Apple recently refreshed their iPod line, and they’ve also unveiled a fresh new commercial chock full of excitement and color. The ad features the catchy tune ‘Yeah Yeah’ by up-and-comer Willy Moon.
Band of Horses Add Tour Dates After Railroad Revival Cancellation
The 2012 Railroad Revival Tour -- an eight-show indie-meets-country mishmash that was to have featured Willie Nelson and Jamey Johnson -- has been cancelled, but for Band of Horses, the show will go on. In light of the recent cancellation, they'll play a series of headlining gigs around the same cities but at different venues.
Walk the Moon, ‘Tightrope’ – New Video
Walk the Moon has unveiled a new video for ‘Tightrope,’ a track from their self-titled debut record. The entertaining clip find the band members belting out the catchy tune as a cluster of humans disguised as animals reach out with painted hands, trying repeatedly to grab them.