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Thursday, January 31, 2008

Bad Boy Snoop

It seems that Snoop Dogg has been banned from entering the U.K. He recently ran into some trouble, when his entourage started a reported brawl in London's Heathrow Airport.



Whatever hardship Snoop is facing right now still doesn't change the fact that his new Video for Sensual Seduction is topping the charts. The ringtone as well as the mobile video clip are blowing up cell phones everywhere.



It's OK Snoop, we're still here for you in the U.S.!

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posted by Steve Augello @ 6:43 AM
 

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Discover Beirut


Nope, not the capitol of Lebanon, and not that beer pong game - I'm talking about the band. Beruit is headed by 22-year-old Santa Fe native Zach Condon. He takes advantage of a variety of instruments and beautiful sounds. Beirut is soft, sweet, folksy indie rock. It can also be described as Balkan Gypsy music. I'll bet you don't hear a ton of that on your phone, do you?

Discover Beirut on Thumbplay with these great ringtones:
- Nantes
- A Sunday Smile
- The Penalty

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posted by Heather Fink @ 9:14 AM
 

Monday, January 28, 2008

Tones To Bounce To

There are plenty of great tones from top artists that you may not be too familiar with. They're cuts from the album that weren't released as singles yet... but they're still awesome!

Check out these...

On the Hip-Hop front... Playaz Circle "Betta Knock", Lil Wayne's hood-inspired "Only Way" and J. Holiday's jam "Falling".

Lifehouse "Make Me Over"... it's amazing how many good songs these guys have! Taylor Swift "I'm Only Me When I'm With You" and for a zinger...Paul McCartney's "Goodnight Tonight" (OK, this one was released as a single long ago, but it I had to throw in here).


posted by Steve Augello @ 5:43 AM
 

Friday, January 25, 2008

Southern Pride

If you're from the south, there are plenty of ways to represent your southern pride.

Lil Wayne's recently leaked songs have just been officially released. His song "Gossip" saw tons of play on mix tapes in different local neighborhoods and is now available as a ringtone.

Fellow Cash Money millionaire Birdman has scored a huge hit with his recent video "Pop Bottles" and it's blowing up on cell phones everywhere.

Although there are so many Rap artists on our site, I know some of you also enjoy good Rock music too. If you're looking for a deep southern groove, nothing's more mean+nasty than John Fogerty's "The Old Man Down The Road".
Tom Petty, who will be playing the Superbowl, has had an enoromous amount of hits. "Refugee" and "A Woman In Love" are some of his best.
Some other southern pleasures are .38 Special's "Caught Up In You" and of course the #1 selling southern Rock group of all, 'Skynyrd with "Sweet Home Alabama" and "What's Your Name".

posted by Steve Augello @ 5:58 AM
 

Thursday, January 24, 2008

Cyrus Fever


If you know anything about what's cool with the younger set these days, you know about Hannah Montana. Hannah is a singing Disney character played by Miley Cyrus. If you're a Miley/Hannah fan, check out her hit: Rock Star.


You can also get classic tones from Hannah's daddy, Billy Ray Cyrus.
Try the classic "Achy Breaky Heart" or this father daughter duet, Ready, Set, Don't Go.

posted by Heather Fink @ 11:30 AM
 

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Interesting 'How To' Videos

We've just acquired a bunch of "How Two" videos.

They're really interesting clips that will teach you everything from creating a cheat sheet to making your own fan out of a cork!

There's lots of cool stuff like coin tricks and card tricks to amaze your friends.

There's also cooking tips plus much much more...

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posted by Steve Augello @ 6:21 AM
 

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Thumbplay Selected by AlwaysOn as OnMedia Top 100 Winner

Today Thumbplay announced that it has been chosen by AlwaysOn as one of the OnMedia 100 winners. The OnMedia 100 signifies the top emerging technology companies that are creating new business opportunities in the creation of marketing tools, services, venues, and advertising, branding, and public relation campaigns. Thumbplay was specially selected as one of the top digital media, marketing, and advertising companies by the AlwaysOn editorial team and other industry experts spanning the globe, based on a set of five criteria: innovation, market potential, commercialization, stakeholder value, and media buzz.

Click here to see the winners!

posted by Heather Fink @ 12:21 PM
 

Friday, January 18, 2008

Tones of Shame - Part 1

Do you catch alot of flack for some of the ringtones on your phone? If so, don't worry, you're not alone. We've all been made a monkey out of before. Don't be afraid to sport the tones you love, no matter how cheesy!

I'll be bold and share my list of shame with you...

Whitesnake "Is This Love"
Cher & Peter Cetera "After All"
Olivia Newton-John "Magic"
De Barge "Rhythm Of The Night"
Michael Sambello "Maniac"
Sammy Hagar "Your Love Is Driving Me Crazy"
Nelson "Love and Affection"


Share YOUR list with me, by leaving a comment on my Community SHARE profile .

posted by Steve Augello @ 6:15 AM
 

Thursday, January 17, 2008

Themetastic Tones

There's a variety of great theme songs available on thumbplay.com. Here are some of my favorite picks:



- Transformers Theme
- Theme from Shaft
- Beetlejuice Theme
- Pink Panther Theme
- Super Mario Bros Theme

I think themesongs have such a great appeal as ringtones because they are nostalgic and definitely really playful.

posted by Heather Fink @ 1:32 PM
 

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Keepin' It Country

When it comes to Country music, there are certain tones I need to have with me all day long. If you ask me what my latest favorite is, I'm going to have to say it’s between Rascal Flatts' "Take Me There" which is just a great ‘feel-good’ tone and Trace Adkins' hit “I Got My Game On”, which I’m sure many guys out there already have on their phones.

Little Big Town's “Boondocks” is a good ol’ every day tone, while Hank Williams' "Mind Your Own Business" will take care of the days I’m not interested in really talking to anyone.

Though there are many newcomers that I love, like Ashton Shepard, I’m still a sucker for the classics. Marshall Tucker Band's "Heard It In A Love Song" is one of the great ones from way back.

Hope you're all having a good week!

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posted by Steve Augello @ 6:52 AM
 

Tuesday, January 15, 2008

Teach Your Phone Japanese!

I can't speak Japanese, but now my phone can! I just found all of these cool TOKYOPOP ringtones on thumbplay.

Make your phone say all of these silly things (in Japanese) by downloading these ringtones:
- Did You Eat My Food Jerk
- You Have No Chance If You Fight Me
- I Heard You Don't Have A Boyfriend
and one that I find most amusing
- You Are The Lowest Horny Pig

Browse more TOKYOPOP ringtones here.

Just when I think I've heard it all, I discover something new on thumbplay ...

posted by Heather Fink @ 2:13 PM
 

Monday, January 14, 2008

Secret Confessions (shhhh...)

What happens when you put a bunch of hipsters on a roof and put a video camera in-front of their face? All their dirty little secrets come out.


In the new video reality series Rooftop Confessions, you can get everyone's story; no matter how controversial, vulgar or crazy.


I'm sure it must have felt so good for all the members of this series to finally confess their secrets. Be careful, because these videos get addictive.


Find out what terrible things Carol does to her ex-boyfriend, or what kind of mean prank Abby pulled on her classmate, or hear Maureen's embarrassing story.

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posted by Steve Augello @ 8:43 AM
 

Friday, January 11, 2008

I'd Love to Destroy Your Sweater

Adding to Steve's post about New Classics, I'll never forget hearing Weezer's Come Undone (The Sweater Song) when I was younger. Weezer had such a cool new sound and there was something kind of funny and quirky about them.

They had such a cool video too, which you can get on your cell phone here
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Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo just put out a new solo album, which included a version of Buddy Holly. Ahh what great 90's music memories!

posted by Heather Fink @ 11:09 AM
 

Thursday, January 10, 2008

Already a Classic

As time goes on, music changes. In the early 80's, when Punk and Disco started to dissolve, New Wave came into existence. As keyboard-driven Pop died down later in that decade, Hair Bands came along and dominated Rock in the early 90’s. The mid 90’s brought along Grunge which turned into Hard Rock, giving way to today's artists. Throughout these different eras of music, there are classic songs that seem to slip the cracks of our memory. I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite forgotten tunes; from the 90’s on. See if you recognize any of these not too distant hits

“Possum Kingdom” by The Toadies

“Closing Time” by Semisonic
“The Impression That I Get” by The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
“Breakfast at Tiffany’s” by Deep Blue Something
“Rest In Pieces” by Saliva
“Stacy’s Mom” by Fountains of Wayne
“All For You” by Sister Hazel

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posted by Steve Augello @ 6:53 AM
 

Wednesday, January 9, 2008

Relearn to Drive



BMW teaches you how to drive all over again with crazy characters on Thumbplay SHARE.

Check out Relearn to Drive here.

There's a bunch of funny video clips from some of the whackiest driving instructors you'll ever meet!

Check out this one from the fiesty Wild Flower:


posted by Heather Fink @ 11:07 AM
 

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Lenny Kravitz Is Back!

It's Official...All of Lenny's tones have now been released.

Get all his hits, including Let Love Rule, Are You Gonna Go My Way, Dig In, Mr. Cab Driver plus many more!

It's a good week for good music!

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posted by Steve Augello @ 1:12 PM
 

Monday, January 7, 2008

Vote for Your Favorite Thumbs Up Pic!

The finalists have been selected and now it's your turn to vote for the best Thumbs Up picture.

Check out the finalists and vote here.



The winner gets a brand new Nintendo Wii!

posted by Heather Fink @ 11:35 AM
 

Friday, January 4, 2008

New Years Resolutions!

Happy New Year!
If you're having trouble keeping those new years resolutions, we have something to help. Get a resolution wallpaper for your phone, to keep you constantly in-check. They're great reminders!

Take a look at these: Stress Less, Find Love, Get A Better Job, Be Nicer, Lose 10 Pounds. Search for your resolution, there are so many to choose from...

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posted by Steve Augello @ 2:18 PM
 

Thursday, January 3, 2008

Woo-ed by the Wu

In 2007 the Wu-Tang Clan came back again with a great collection of new songs. There's a bunch of really cool new Wu-Tang ringtones on thumbplay and I just had a listen to them. I haven't heard the CD yet but from the sound of these ringtones they still have the authentic flavor that made them one of the most critically acclaimed and celebrated hip-hop acts of all time.

Check out these Wu ringtones:
- Life Changes
- Starter (GZA Verse)
- Wolves
- Stick Me For My Riches (Method Man Verse)

Obviously the Wu-Tang Clan still ain't nothing to ... "mess" with?

:)

posted by Heather Fink @ 12:11 PM
 

Wednesday, January 2, 2008

Vote For Thumbplay in the Always OnMedia Awards

Thumbplay has been nominated for the Always OnMedia Awards.
If you love Thumbplay as much as we do, then make your voice heard! Please take a moment to vote (you will be prompted to register). Deadline is January 6th.

To vote--go this link:
http://vator.tv/competition/show/alwayson-media-game-changers-competition#participants

You'll see a variety of pitches from companies on the bottom of the page. Thumbplay's pitch can be found on page 1. Click on Vote For This Pitch.

And from all of us here... Thank YOU!

posted by Steve Augello @ 2:54 PM

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