Top Artists:

1. Kanye West – In the span of a few years, from 2001 to 2004, Kanye West went from hip-hop beatmaker to worldwide hitmaker, as his stellar production work for Jay-Z earned him a major-label recording contract as a solo artist. Soon his beats were accompanied by his own witty raps on a number of critically and commercially.

2. Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em – He is among the youngest of the new generation of rap stars, and there is still some debate as to whether he will lead a new movement in rap, or will spiral into obscurity following the wild success of his first single, ‘Crank That,’ which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

3. Keyshia Cole – What makes Keyshia Cole unique among all the other Atlanta-based R&B singer-songwriters with a pretty face and a soulful voice is that BET has a reality TV show that follows her as she lives her life as an Atlanta-based R&B singer-songwriter with a pretty face and a soulful voice.

4. Ludacris – According to Ludacris’s buddy Bill O’Reilly, the Illinois-born rap star HAS NOT sold more than 13 million records stateside, so that now he’s the rapper with the most Top 40, Top 25 and Top 10 hits of all time, according to Billboard magazine. Shows why you shouldn’t listen to Bill O’Reilly.

5. Lil Wayne – Having been featured on more artists’ records in the last two years than any other artist in the game, Lil Wayne’s been a lil busy. He ain’t so “lil”, though, when you consider that an MTV poll named him Hottest MC, GQ named him one of its Men of the Year, and Blender magazine named him Best Rock Star Alive.

6. Akon – Raised in Senegal, Africa, R&B sensation Akon rose to fame in 2004 following the release of “Locked Up” from his debut album Trouble. His second album, Konvicted, earned a Grammy Award nomination for the single “Smack That,” but the #1 hit “Don’t Matter”

7. Taylor Swift – How does one break into the country music scene? Apparently one way is to write a song named after another country music star. That’s what Taylor Swift did with the song ‘Tim McGraw.’ Not to be a one hit wonder, though, Swift has followed up her self-titled debut album with sophomore album, Fearless, that debuted at the number one spot on the Billboard 200.

8. Rihanna – She brought her own unique musical stylings from her home country of Barbados, and she’s made good use of them here. With a string of hits and a body that would make just about anyone envious, she’s one hot item. As a side note: some idiot called her the “next Britney Spears.” We don’t think so.

9. Young Jeezy – Like many of his contemporaries, Young Jeezy started out dealing drugs, and nowadays likes to carry guns around and get into feuds with other rap artists. But Jeezy’s a philanthropist as well, opening his home to victims of Katrina as just an example.

10. Ne-Yo – This half-African-American, half-Chinese-American, in addition to writing songs for Rihanna, Beyonce, Whitney Houston, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and Celine Dion, has also had a string of hits himself.

Top Ringtones:

1. “Heartless [Verse]” by Kanye West

2. “Birdwalk” by Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em

3. “Playa Cardz Right (feat. Tupac)” by Keyshia Cole

4. “One More Drink (feat. T-Pain)” by Ludacris

5. “Auld Lang Syne (Live)” by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin

6. “Addicted” by Saving Abel

7. “My Life – Chorus (feat. Lil Wayne)” by The Game

8. “Im So Paid (feat. Lil Wayne)” by Akon

9. “Swagga Like Us [Jay-Z Verse]” by Jay-Z and T.I.

10. “A Milli” by Lil Wayne

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‘Tis the season, and Flycell wants to celebrate it with you by offering special holiday exclusives. Popular Universal Music Group artists Kanye West, The Killers, Ludacris, Keyshia Cole and Soulja Boy will have fresh exclusives, only at Flycell.com, for you to deck your calls with this holiday season.

Kanye West has been making headlines this year for both his music and his controversial comments- but we know that Flycell customers still love his beats, which is why we are offering his latest single, “Heartless”, exclusively at Flycell.com. “Heartless” is Universal Music Group’s number one digital single today, and you can find it here.

The Killers recently launched their third album, “Day & Age”, and we’ve got their hottest first single, “Human” as an exclusive here.

Ludacris is featuring “One More Drink” – co-starring T-Pain- for Flycell customers. And we don’t know about you, but we would certainly enjoy one more drink this holiday season, especially during family reunions!

Both Keyshia Cole and Soulja Boy are also featuring ringtones, but these exclusives will only be available until December 26, so be sure to pick-up Keyshia Cole’s “Playa Cardz Right” featuring 2Pac and Soulja Boy’s “Birdwalk” before it’s too late!

Don’t make your cell phone wait for Santa, visit Flycell.com today and spoil yourself this year! And may we suggest you consider spoiling yourself and your phone more often. Better yet- make it a New Year’s resolution!

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Top Artists:

1. Lil Wayne – Having been featured on more artists’ records in the last two years than any other artist in the game, Lil Wayne’s been a lil busy. He ain’t so “lil”, though, when you consider that an MTV poll named him Hottest MC, GQ named him one of its Men of the Year, and Blender magazine named him Best Rock Star Alive.

2. Akon – Raised in Senegal, Africa, R&B sensation Akon rose to fame in 2004 following the release of “Locked Up” from his debut album Trouble. His second album, Konvicted, earned a Grammy Award nomination for the single “Smack That,” but the #1 hit “Don’t Matter”

3. Jay-Z – Grow up with prominent rap artists like Biggie Smalls and Busta Rhymes + master the art of composing lyrics spontaneously + announce that you’re retiring, then release a new album to record-setting sales = PROFIT. And what to do with that profit? Why, buy an NBA team and marry Beyonce. He’s got 99 Problems, but a bitch ain’t one…

4. Rihanna – She brought her own unique musical stylings from her home country of Barbados, and she’s made good use of them here. With a string of hits and a body that would make just about anyone envious, she’s one hot item. As a side note: some idiot called her the “next Britney Spears.” We don’t think so.

5. Ludacris – According to Ludacris’s buddy Bill O’Reilly, the Illinois-born rap star HAS NOT sold more than 13 million records stateside, so that now he’s the rapper with the most Top 40, Top 25 and Top 10 hits of all time, according to Billboard magazine. Shows why you shouldn’t listen to Bill O’Reilly.

6. 50 Cent – This guy’s life was set up to be a violent, dismal failure from the minute he popped out of his 15-year-old drug-dealing mother. But it wasn’t. Sure, he’s been in and out of jail. Sure, he got shot nine times. But despite all the controversy surrounding him, 50 Cent is one the most successful artists in Hip Hop.

7. Kanye West – In the span of a few years, from 2001 to 2004, Kanye West went from hip-hop beatmaker to worldwide hitmaker, as his stellar production work for Jay-Z earned him a major-label recording contract as a solo artist. Soon his beats were accompanied by his own witty raps on a number of critically and commercially.

8. Ne-Yo – This half-African-American, half-Chinese-American, in addition to writing songs for Rihanna, Beyonce, Whitney Houston, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and Celine Dion, has also had a string of hits himself.

9. Kevin Rudolf & Lil Wayne – At first glance, Kevin Rudolf’s enigmatic anthem “Let It Rock (featuring Lil Wayne)” seems to have air–dropped over radio out of nowhere, becoming a genre–defying game–changer that has put the alluring artist smack in the cross–hairs.

10. Young Jeezy – Like many of his contemporaries, Young Jeezy started out dealing drugs, and nowadays likes to carry guns around and get into feuds with other rap artists. But Jeezy’s a philanthropist as well, opening his home to victims of Katrina as just an example.

Top Ringtones:

1. “Im So Paid (feat. Lil Wayne)” by Akon

2. “Swagga Like Us [Jay-Z Verse]” by Jay-Z AND T.I.

3. “What Them Girls Like” by Ludacris

4. “Let It Rock” by Kevin Rudolf and Lil Wayne

5. “Got Money” by Lil Wayne

6. “Love Lockdown” by Kayne West

7. “Disturbia” by Rihanna

8. “Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It” by Darius Rucker

9. “Closer” by Ne-Yo

10. “Krazy feat. Lil Jon” by Pitbull

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Since its inception in 1973 (thank you Dick Clark!) the American Music Awards (AMAs) has been an enormously popular event for everyone within the music industry. Each year, the AMAs recognize outstanding achievement and highlight the impressive artists who have made some serious waves in the music industry.

But more importantly, they are fun to watch!

This year will be no different. With funny-man host Jimmy Kimmel, this year’s AMAs are sure to deliver a night full of exceptional talent and entertainment, as well as recognition for this year’s popular artists.

But before the official winners are announced on Sunday, Flycell’s members have some predictions of their own. Our customers definitely know what’s hot, and based on their downloads for artists and songs in each category, here are Flycell’s predictions for the 2008 American Music Awards:

Pop/Rock Music: It seems our customers can’t seem to get enough of Coldplay this year!

• Favorite Male Artist – Chris Brown
• Favorite Female Artist – Rihanna
• Favorite Band, Duo or Group – Coldplay
• Favorite Album – Coldplay, Viva La Vida

Country Music: Could Taylor Swift beat out country powerhouses like Reba McEntire? Our members sure think so!

• Favorite Male Artist – Kenny Chesney
• Favorite Female Artist – Taylor Swift
• Favorite Band, Duo or Group – Sugarland

Rap/Hip-Hop Music: Flycell members are experts when it comes to rap and hip-hop. We feel confident that you’ll see these names pop up a lot during the AMAs.

• Favorite Male Artist – Lil Wayne
• Favorite Band, Duo or Group – G-Unit
• Favorite Album – Lil Wayne, Tha Carter III

Soul/Rhythm & Blues Music: Will it be Rihanna or Mariah taking home awards? Looks like our members say- both!

• Favorite Male Artist – J. Holiday
• Favorite Female Artist – Rihanna
• Favorite Album – Mariah Carey, E= MC2

Soundtracks: Nothing beats the classic hits of ABBA for this year’s favorite soundtrack from Flycell customers.

• Favorite Album – Coldplay

Latin Music: With the launch of Flycell’s new Spanish language website , featuring the latest content from Latin artists, customers have shown us who they think will dominate the Latin music category.

• Favorite Artist – Wisin y Yandel

T-Mobile Breakthrough Artist: Flycell members choose Colbie Caillatto take home this award, which is known for paving the way to many promising careers.

Artist of the Year: We can’t say we’re surprised to see Lil Wayne picked for the biggest award of the night. Included in every top 10 download list we’ve compiled this year, Lil Wayne is definitely one of Flycell’s favorite artists. We’ll certainly be cheering him on as we watch this year.

So be sure to tune in to this year’s AMAs live on ABC this Sunday, November 23rd at 8/7 central. With killer performances by Miley Cyrus, Kanye West, Beyonce, Coldplay, Alicia Keys, Mariah Carey, Pink and Taylor Swift, it’s sure to be an exciting night.

And if you want to deck out your phone with all the hottest AMA musicians and performers, be sure to visit www.flycell.com and get your cell ready for the music industry’s biggest night!

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Top Artists:

10. David Banner – Dr. David Banner: physician; scientist. Searching for a way to tap into the hidden strengths that all humans have. Then an accidental overdose of gamma radiation alters his body chemistry. And now when David Banner grows angry or outraged, a startling metamorphosis occurs.

8. (tied) Nelly – This hugely successful Grammy-winning rap and R&B artist has sold over 40 million records worldwide, starting with Country Grammar back in 2000. His peak was probably with 2002’s ‘Hot In Herre’, which has become a pop and R&B anthem.

8. (tied) Kanye West – In the span of a few years, from 2001 to 2004, Kanye West went from hip-hop beatmaker to worldwide hitmaker, as his stellar production work for Jay-Z earned him a major-label recording contract as a solo artist. Soon his beats were accompanied by his own witty raps on a number of critically and commercially.

7. Ludacris – According to Ludacris’s buddy Bill O’Reilly, the Illinois-born rap star HAS NOT sold more than 13 million records stateside, so that now he’s the rapper with the most Top 40, Top 25 and Top 10 hits of all time, according to Billboard magazine. Shows why you shouldn’t listen to Bill O’Reilly.

6. Katy Perry – The first CD Perry released was a Christian gospel record back in 2001. And then she did a 180 – at least lyrically – releasing songs like ‘Ur So Gay’ (which Madonna said was one of her favorite songs in a 2007 radio interview) and ‘I Kissed A Girl.’ Oh, to be the girl that Perry decided to kiss…

5. Jay-Z & T.I. – Grow up with prominent rap artists like Biggie Smalls and Busta Rhymes + master the art of composing lyrics spontaneously + announce that you’re retiring, then release a new album to record-setting sales = PROFIT. And what to do with that profit? Why, buy an NBA team and marry Beyonce. He’s got 99 Problems, but a bitch ain’t one…

4. Ne-Yo – This half-African-American, half-Chinese-American, in addition to writing songs for Rihanna, Beyonce, Whitney Houston, Britney Spears, Lindsay Lohan, and Celine Dion, has also had a string of hits himself.

3. Rihanna – She brought her own unique musical stylings from her home country of Barbados, and she’s made good use of them here. With a string of hits and a body that would make just about anyone envious, she’s one hot item. As a side note: some idiot called her the “next Britney Spears.” We don’t think so.

2. Rehab – Not sure if this band is aptly titled or not – it remains to be seen how many of these Southern rock-rappers actually enter their namesake. Hailing as they do from a small city outside of the ATL, you won’t be surprised by their sound – an infectious blend of Southern rock and Dirty South rap. Crunk rock?

And returning as the number one most downloaded ringtone artist for the second month in a row…

1. Lil Wayne – Having been featured on more artists’ records in the last two years than any other artist in the game, Lil Wayne’s been a lil busy. He ain’t so “lil”, though, when you consider that an MTV poll named him Hottest MC, GQ named him one of its Men of the Year, and Blender magazine named him Best Rock Star Alive.

Top Ringtones:

10. “When I Grow Up” by The Pussycat Dolls
9. “Lollipop” by Lil Wayne
8. “Disurbia” by Rihanna
7. “Closer” by Ne-Yo
6. “Let it Rock” by Kevin Rudolf & Lil Wayne
5. “A Milli” by Lil Wayne
4. “I Kissed a Girl” by Katy Perry
3. “What them Girls Like” by Ludacris
2. “Swagga Like Us (Jay-Z Verse)” by Jay-Z & T.I.
1. “Got Money” by Lil Wayne

Stay tuned next month when we announce the top 10 ringtone downloads for November

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As you sit on the bus or stand in line at the grocery store, are you noticing an increase of Lil Wayne ringtones?  Perhaps even hearing more of “Viva la Vida” on your friends’ phones?  Well, you haven’t gone crazy and you aren’t hearing things.   According to Flycell, here are the top artists and ringtone downloads from the Flycell website for this September:

Top Artists:

10. David Banner – David Banner comes in at number ten for this September’s most popular artists on Flycell.com. His recent album, “The Greatest Story Ever Told” features collaborative songs with fellow artists Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne and Akon.

9.   Akon – Most known for his collaboration with other popular artists, Akon can be found on the majority of hit songs today. This year he’s been nominated for four Grammy awards, including Best R&B Contemporary Album for “Konvicted”.

8.   Mariah Carey – Talk about coming back strong.  Mariah Carey was recently named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Time Magazine’s annual list. E=MC2 is Mariah’s 11th studio album and has already made a huge splash on the U.S. charts.

7.   Ne-Yo -  It’s no surprise to see Ne-Yo on this month’s top artist list.  With a Grammy nomination for producing the best album of the year, MTV Video Music Award nomination for Best Dancing in a Video for his song “Closer” and winning the 2007 Soul Train Music Award’s Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist- Ne Yo is popular.

6.   The Pussycat Dolls – Originally starting as a burlesque group in 1995, the Pussycat Dolls have endured to become a pop sensation.  And with the release of their anticipated second album, “Doll Domination” on September 23, it’s also no surprise to see The Pussycat Dolls rise in popularity this month.

5.   Katy Perry – Never has proclaiming that you enjoyed kissing a girl become such a popular statement until Katy Perry did so on her official mainstream debut album “One of the Boys” in the popular single titled “I Kissed a Girl”.  Since the debut, Perry has appeared on the View, Last Call with Carson Daly, and even performed at the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards.

4.   Kanye West – No top list would be complete without ten-time Grammy winner Kanye West.  His latest album “808s and Heartbreak” is set to be released in November and the popular single “Love Lockdown” is already a rising chart topper.

3.   Rihanna – Rihanna’s latest album “Good Girl Gone Bad” has been topping the charts since its release in 2007. Rihanna, like Akon, is recognized for her collaborative works- most notable with Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z and Maroon 5. But it’s her recent single, “Take a Bow” that has helped her jet to the top of the list this month.

2.   Young Jeezy – Young Jeezy rises to the top of this list thanks to his September 2 release of his latest album “The Recession” and has even risen to number one on the U.S. Billboard 200, Top Rap Albums and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums.

And coming in as the number one most downloaded ringtone artist is…

1.   Lil Wayne – Thanks to his enormously popular latest album (it sold more than one million copies in its first week of sales) “The Carter III”, and such songs as “Lollipop” and “Got Money”, Lil Wayne claims this month’s number one spot.

Top Ringtones:

10. “Closer” by Ne-Yo
9.   “Put On [chorus]” by Young Jeezy & Kanye West
8.   “I’ll be Lovin’U Long Time” by Mariah Carey & T.I.
7.   “Viva la Vida” by Coldplay
6.   “Lollipop” by Lil Wayne
5.   “A Milli” by Lil Wayne
4.   “Take a Bow” by Rihanna
3.   “When I Grow Up” by The Pussycat Dolls
2.   “I Kissed a Girl” by Katy Perry
1.   “Got Money” by Lil Wayne

Stay tuned next month when we announce the top 10 ringtone downloads for October.

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