One might list Gears of War and Halo as Microsoft's most darling franchises. One might also say that if Microsoft releases a special edition Zune for the release of one , the other damn well better get the same! And so it shall be. The Gamerscoreblog has recently informed the world of a Gears of War 2-themed Zune that will, probably not coincidentally, arrive at market the ...

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Pharrell Williams, Lindsay Lohan, Nicole Ritchie and Lupe Fiasco party in LA to promote Microsoft Zune music player this week

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Pictures of the Joy Division custom Zune.

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Despite the tragic passing of his partner-in-MC-crime, Pimp C, this past December, UGK's Bun B is still moving forward with the release of II Trill (Rap-A-Lot/Asylum) on April 29 as a follow-up to his solo debut, Trill (Rap-A-Lot), and UGK's seven major label releases. ... In promotion for the second Trill chapter, the emcee will be making stops at 16 locations, include four Boys & Girls Clubs and a three-night stay at L.A.'s House of Blues. And, to further connect with his fans while touring, Bun B has partnered with Microsoft Zune to make use of Zune Social to document his experience on the road.

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Bun B Plans First Album After Pimp C’s Death Ill Trill slated for April. Bun, currently on a national promotional tour to promote Ill Trill, has partnered with Microsoft Zune on a series of promotional events and programs focusing on making direct connections to his fans on the road, at retail stores and on Zune digital platforms. He is also interacting with music lovers through with Zune Social, an online music community. While on the road, he is making appearances at several Boys & Girls Clubs.

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(PR) Hip Hop Legend Bun B and one half of the award winning duo UGK readies for the debut of his highly anticipated sophomore solo album, II Trill, which will be released on April 29th courtesy of Rap-A-Lot/Asylum. Currently on a national promotional tour to promote II Trill and its first single, a JR Rotem produced track titled "That's Gangsta" featuring Sean Kingston, Bun B is partnering with Microsoft Zune on a series of promotional events and programs.

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The hit comic-book drama Heroes is taking on the charts by releasing its first original soundtrack next month via NBC Records . The soundtrack will feature exclusive new singles from Wilco , Jesus and Mary Chain (their first new studio recording in a decade), and Death Cab , in addition to classics from Bob Dylan and the eponymous track from Ziggy Stardust himself.The anticipated soundtrack will be available physically at Best Buy retailers and digitally through Zune and other digital service providers.

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The NBC Universal Television, DVD, Music and Consumer Products Group has set a March 18 release for the album, which will feature exclusive new singles from artists including Wilco ("Glad It's Over"), Panic! at the Disco ("Nine in the Afternoon"), Imogen Heap ("Not Now But Soon") and Brighton Port Authority featuring Iggy Pop ("He's Frank"), as well as classic tracks from Bob Dylan and David Bowie. The soundtrack, being released through NBC Records, will be available in CD format at Best Buy stores and digitally at Zune and other digital service providers.

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Microsoft's pitch: Every yuppie poser has an iPod. Do you really want to be like them? Or are you a rebel?

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With its surprisingly creative and experimental promotional venture, Microsoft revs up its attempts to counter the iPod's popularity by becoming a patron of the arts.

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