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Ed Sheeran Covers Nina Simone!

During our intimate NYC taping, Ed cranked out fan favorites and a cover that will knock your socks off.

Say "Hi" To Ed Sheeran, May's YOK Star

If you haven't heard about this British ginger yet, he'll have you "Feeling Good" in no time.

The Civil Wars: You Oughta Know To Unplugged

The Grammy-winning duo perform "Kingdom Come" off The Hunger Games soundtrack, + more!

A Day In The Life Of K'NAAN

Earlier this month, we got to spend time, up close & personal, with our latest You Oughta Know artist.

You Oughta Know Live: Graffiti6

Performing live in Colorado for VH1 and friends, Jamie and the band show us their chops.

Behind The Scenes: Gotye And Kimbra

We followed new You Oughta Know artist Gotye around during his visit to VH1 with Kimbra.

Music SEEN: Scars On 45

See some super-candid moments of You Oughta Know artist Scars On 45 around NYC!

Get To Know Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

Dive deep into this gritty nine-piece soul collective and their Motown throwback sound.

Artists on the rise

  1. Ed Sheeran Ed Sheeran

    Using his sincerity, ambition, and an acoustic guitar, the Suffolk, England singer/songwriter is warming hearts one song at a time.

  2. K'NAAN K'NAAN

    Demonstrated by his diverse musical execution, the Somalia-born singer and MC has a truly captivating story to tell.

  1. Graffiti6 Graffiti6

    An uncategorizable blend of pop, psychedelia, R&B, and British soul, Graffiti6 fully capitalizes on lead singer Jamie Scott's emotionally transparent vocals.

  2. Gotye Gotye

    Hailing from Australia, Gotye is a sonic archivist, mixing colors from both ends of music's historical spectrum to create emotional precision-pop.

  1. Scars On 45 Scars On 45

    Scars on 45 is a quintet from Leeds, England, that combines the gentle melodic intensity of Snow Patrol or Keane with the added allure of co-ed vocals.

  2. Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

    A nine-piece act full of gritty gospel sounds, funk and soul.

  1. MUTEMATH MUTEMATH

    New Orleans alt-rock collective with a jazzy, groove-driven sound.

  2. Dawes Dawes

    Warm, stripped-down, Americana band with a vintage feel.

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About You Oughta Know

  1. There's a ton of music out there, but You Oughta Know is here to make sorting through all the noise easier. You'll find out everything you need to know to start appreciating the latest batch of singer/songwriters, rockers and divas right here. So, take a sec to get acquainted with the best artists you haven't heard yet -- or get reacquainted with past You Oughta Know hotshots like Adele, Leona Lewis and Regina Spektor. Plus GRAMMY-nominated (and winning) VH1 You Oughta Know best new artists like Mumford & Sons and John Legend. Betcha find something you dig.

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YOK Live

  1. Ed Sheeran: YOK Live Performance Video: Ed Sheeran: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 5/03/12 6:00 AM EST

  2. K'NAAN: YOK Live Performance Video: K'NAAN: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 4/02/12 10:45 AM EST

  3. Graffiti6: YOK Live Performance Video: Graffiti6: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 3/05/12 12:00 AM EST

  4. Gotye: YOK Live Performance Video: Gotye: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 2/15/12 3:20 PM EST

  5. Scars On 45: YOK Live Performance Video: Scars On 45: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 11/29/11 12:00 AM EST

  6. MUTEMATH: YOK Live Performance Video: MUTEMATH: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 10/14/11 4:23 PM EST

  7. Dawes: YOK Live Performance Video: Dawes: YOK Live Performance

    Posted 9/01/11 10:00 AM EST

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YOK Blog

  1. Ed Sheeran Releases New SingleEd Sheeran Releases New Single

    Posted 5/11/12 10:00 AM EST

  2. MUTEMATH Talks Origin of Soulful SoundMUTEMATH Talks Origin of Soulful Sound

    Posted 5/11/12 10:00 AM EST

  3. K'NAAN Puts The Hurt Off Till Tomorrow In New SingleK'NAAN Puts The Hurt Off Till Tomorrow In New Single

    Posted 5/10/12 10:00 AM EST

  4. Gotye Dominates Billboard ChartsGotye Dominates Billboard Charts

    Posted 5/9/12 10:00 AM EST

  5. Sharon Jones Brings The Soul At NOLA Jazz FestSharon Jones Brings The Soul At NOLA Jazz Fest

    Posted 5/8/12 10:00 AM EST

  6. Dawes Interview With Fly MagazineDawes Interview With Fly Magazine

    Posted 5/7/12 10:00 AM EST

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