Ashley Iasimone is an editor and writer who resides in New York. She currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief of PopCrush. Prior to that, she was the Managing Editor of several of Townsquare Media's national music and entertainment websites and the Editor-in-Chief (and founding editor) of TasteofCountry.com. She previously assisted the editorial staff of AOL Music, where her byline appeared on Spinner, PopEater and more. At the start of her career, she interned for Spin Magazine and spent several months working at Walt Disney World. Follow Ashley on Twitter: @ashleyiasimone
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Hanson, ‘MMMBop’ vs. Mariah Carey + Boyz II Men, ‘One Sweet Day’ – Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era [Round 1]
The '90s wouldn't have been the same without Hanson and Mariah Carey. (Editor's note: In fact, our whole lives wouldn't be the same without them: Hanson was not one, but two of our editors' favorite bands growing up, and the first CD one of our editors ever owned was a Mariah Carey album.) Hanson's 'MMMBop' and Mariah Carey and Boyz II Men's 'One Sweet Day' are both songs that were made for turning up on the radio in the car. Musically, they're very different -- but lyrically, they're both really emotional, relatable tracks. Which song would you choose as the Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era?
Spice Girls, ‘Wannabe’ vs. Britney Spears, ‘Baby One More Time’ – Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era [Round 1]
The Spice Girls took the pop music world by storm with 'Wannabe' in 1996, and Britney Spears shook its core once again with 'Baby One More Time' in 1998. Both acts were confident, fun, sexy and cute all at once, with one bringing us an unforgettable girl power anthem in the mid '90s and the other giving us a welcome return to straight-up pop goodness in the late '90s. Is 'Wannabe' or 'Baby One More Time' a more deserving choice to be named the Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era?
Celine Dion, ‘My Heart Will Go On’ vs. Whitney Houston, ‘I Will Always Love You’ – Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era [Round 1]
Two of the most famous and most talented pop artists ever, Celine Dion and Whitney Houston, happened to have two of the most iconic singles of the '90s. Little has to be said to argue the merit of 'My Heart Will Go On' or 'I Will Always Love You,' and this round of March Music Madness just might present one of the most difficult questions of this entire bracket: Should 'My Heart Will Go On' or 'I Will Always Love You' receive the title of the Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era?
New Kids on the Block, ‘Step by Step’ vs. Backstreet Boys, ‘I Want It That Way’ – Greatest Pop Song of the Modern Era [Round 1]
New Kids on the Block and the Backstreet Boys are two of the biggest boy bands of all time, and songs highlighted here as part of March Music Madness are arguably their most successful songs. 'Step by Step' hit a chord with early '90s pop fans, while 'I Want It That Way' made its mark in the late '90s. Will it be 'Step by Step' that moves on to the next round in our Greatest Pop Song of the Modern era bracket, or will it be 'I Want It That Way'?
Ivy Levan Brings Us Behind the Scenes of ‘Hang Forever’ [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
Ivy Levan's cat is her best friend, and she wanted her to come to life in her 'Hang Forever' video. You'll see what we mean when you watch the cute (but kind of creepy) exclusive behind-the-scenes clip above.
‘American Horror Story: Coven’ Style: 7 Looks You Should Try From ‘The Axeman Cometh’
'The Axeman Cometh' -- the sixth episode of 'American Horror Story: Coven' -- reveals a lot of major plot-turning events.
Mark Ingram ‘Overjoyed’ to Audition on ‘American Idol’ Despite Lack of Talent
The saying 'don't quite your day job' rang true tonight on 'American Idol.' Mark Ingram, an employee at the hotel where the St. Louis auditions took place, popped up in front of Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and Randy Jackson with the support of his co-workers -- but ultimately ended up wasting the judges' (and viewers') time.
Today’s Best Tweets: Rihanna Prays for Turkey Earthquake Victims
Dozens of people were killed today when a powerful 7.2 earthquake hit Turkey, and Rihanna took to her Twitter account to send a message of love and prayer to those victims. Meanwhile, Demi Lovato spread a positive message about staying sober, and Mariah Carey sent out a mushy love note to her husband and "dem babies
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Jennifer Lopez Cries in Front of Her Fans
She may look like a strong woman, but even Jennifer Lopez has a tough time dealing with lost love. After singing a stripped down version of 'If You Had My Love' followed by 'Until It Beats No More' last night in concert, the singer -- who announced her divorce from husband of seven years Marc Anthony over the summer -- broke down in tears onstage, according to PEOPLE.
Demi Lovato Reveals Z100 Jingle Ball 2011 Lineup
Demi Lovato was dressed to impress as she hit the red carpet and the stage at a Z100-hosted shindig this weekend. The party was meant to kick off the buzz about the New York City radio station's annual Jingle Ball, a holiday concert that boasts a killer lineup this year: Lovato (of course), Lady Gaga, Pitbull, Kelly Clarkson, David Guetta, LMFAO, Foster the People, Gym Class Heroes and Hot Chelle