Best of the Week: 02/05/12

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Something for everyone this week. A visual person with a taste for the weird? Got you. M.I.A. fan/gold car enthusiast? You’re covered. Wanna argue about Lana? Here’s the place. 10 things that happened this week that you shouldn’t miss. Catch up:

M.I.A.’s Video For “Bad Girls”

M.I.A.’s new single, “Bad Girls,” is looking like one of the coolest videos of the year so far.

Why The Media Turned On Lana Del Rey

The blogosphere’s most beloved sweetheart quickly became the most dissected and criticized character in music just prior to the release of her debut album, Born To Die. How did this happen? Here’s our take.

WZRD’s “Teleport 2 Me, Jamie”

You ready for the WZRD album? It’s sure to be one of the most polarizing of the year, as Cudi’s never one to shy away from taking chances. Here’s “Teleport 2 Me.”

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Rhye’s “Open”

A beautiful new song from a mysterious duo. When the hype of Super Bowl Sunday wears off, you’ll need something to chill to. Try this.

Jhameel’s “Lost One”

We asked Jhameel to do what he does best over some beats we liked. He already finished Jay’Z’s “Lost One,” and we couldn’t wait to share it, so here.

Jack White Plans First Solo Album, Shares First Single

When you think about it, it’s kind of crazy that Jack White hasn’t ever released a solo album. He’s stayed busy enough to keep us from thinking about it too much, but we’re looking forward to hearing this. Check out the first single.

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Biggie & 2Pac Over “Watch The Throne” In a New Mash Up

This is one of those things that just had to be done.

Nicolas Jaar’s Video for “Materials”

Nicolas Jaars’ “Materials” off of his 2010 Mark & Angels EP gets a pretty eerie video to accompany his wonderful minimalist, jazzy sound.

Miike Snow’s Video For “Paddling Out”

Miike Snow dropped “Paddling Out” last week and now we’ve got some weird visuals for the undeniably catchy single.

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Super Mash Bros.’ New Album, Miley High Club

You like mash-ups? Miley High Club had people going nuts. We haven’t seen a reaction this strong for a mash-up album in a long time. Kind of reminds us of that one guy…

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