Indy PopCon 2017!

Road trips are one of life’s great treasures. Snacks are plentiful, music blares and the open road full of promise stretches before you. Wherever you’re going, you’re bound to have fun getting there. Back in July I packed my bags and headed to Indianapolis for Indy PopCon – a gaming/pop culture convention where fans of everything …

A-T-L BABY!

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I wanted an adventure this summer. I decided to take a trip to Hotlanta to see Justin Bieber perform at his last Believe Tour show! I met some amazing girls that have become my close friends and had the time of my life! Mixed with late nights, asshole bouncers and a few of Justin's crew it was one hell of a weekend. Read on to see what happened.

NBU: MY story of meeting Justin Bieber’s mom

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Justin Bieber's mom, Pattie Mallette, raised one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. But she has her own story to tell. From experiencing sexual abuse at a young age to being a single mom her life wasn't always the easiest. But her heart is pure and God brought her through her own storm. Her son is her most precious gift and with "Nowhere But Up" she wants to inspire other young men and women who may be going through tough times. There is light at the end of the tunnel. And the one good thing about hitting rock bottom is there is nowhere to go but up.

Switch Party of a lifetime

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Jesse McCartney first came on the scene in 2004 with his number one hit "Beautiful Soul." This August he's opening for the Backstreet Boys and here in Detroit he made a pit stop at my favorite radio station for an acoustic performance. Believe me when I say that his voice is amazing live. We even got to meet him up close and take pictures! This is definitely one for the scrapbook. If you have a dream, go for it. You don't know what can happen for you until you try.

HEYYYY Mrs. Carter!

Beyoncé is an icon of this generation. She's gone strong for over a decade and this summer she hit the road for her Mrs. Carter World Tour. On July 20th the tour stopped in Auburn Hills, Michigan and I was lucky enough to witness it. Jumping around, screaming my lungs out and being smashed against the 'B' stage was all in an evening's work for the queen. From her new hits like "Grown Woman" to the classics from Dangerously In Love, Beyoncé's is one show you don't want to miss.

Charlamagne on child stars: Point made?

Justin Bieber and Miley Cyrus. You don't find teen stars bigger than these two. But TMZ and other media outlets seem to enjoy throwing stones at them. Where does the issue really lie, though? Is it what they're getting into during down time? Or the people they have around them? Charlamagne from The Breakfast Club has a few theories that he explains. Watch and read to see if you agree.

Kelly Rowland will “Talk A Good Game”

Co-founder and one-third of Destiny's Child, Kelly Rowland is no stranger to the music industry. This summer she's back with a brand new album "Talk A Good Game" and she's breaking down all her walls. From the deep and heavy "Dirty Laundry," to the light and fluffy "This Is Love," you won't get bored going through these songs. You won't regret picking up this album, there's literally a tune for every occasion. Don't take my entire word for it, give it a listen yourself!

Documenting the best day of my life

Once upon a time there was a guy from Stratford, Ontario who would become the world's biggest pop star. Two girls from Michigan would meet on Tumblr and become best friends. Those girls would go to his concert together and meet their inspiration together. This is our story.

Teens unite at the 2012 awards made just for them

The Teen Choice Awards is an event every tween and teen looks forward to. With all the stars, performances and awards who wouldn't? But this year things were a bit on the boring side. Demi Lovato was lovely hosting with Glee's Kevin McHale, but no one can deny the awkwardness there. What made the night? Justin Bieber. Without him the show probably would've caused major let downs. Carly Rae Jepsen spiced things up a bit as well, but No Doubt and Flo Rida's performances just didn't cut it. Throw in the Twilight Saga and Taylor Swift and you've got yourself an award show.

Justin Bieber’s new album will make you ‘Believe’

Justin Bieber is BACK with a brand new album, Believe! Call it a transition record if you will, but it's quite clear that Bieber is almost grown. There are songs for just about everyone; fast-paced, bass-laden club bangers, sweet ballads, cute and bubbly dance songs and even a few mature ones if you get the Deluxe versions. There's a lot of buzz about it; the music is great for all ages. Take a chance with it; you may be surprised by how much you like it!