Jon Cryer, Toni Collette among the stars at Emmy after-partiesLOS ANGELES — Grammy-winning R&B diva Mary J. Blige summed up the Emmy after-parties during a soulful, sassy performance complete with a glittering golden microphone. Calif. horrorcore rapper charged with killing Va. pastor; likely to be charged in more deathsRICHMOND, Va. — A 20-year-old California man calling himself Syko Sam rapped in his horrorcore lyrics on “the best feeling” derived from killing people slowly, watching their last breaths. Full list of Emmy Awards winnersWinners in all categories for the 61st Annual Primetime Emmy Awards announced by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. ‘Mad Men’ wins best drama Emmy, ‘30 Rock’ takes comedy series honorLOS ANGELES — “Mad Men” and “30 Rock” led a pack of Emmy winners who successfully defended their titles Sunday, but the snappy ceremony and a star turn by host Neil Patrick Harris made the evening far from a rerun. ‘Mad Men’ takes top drama series Emmy, ‘30 Rock’ is best comedyLOS ANGELES — AMC’s “Mad Men” has repeated as winner of the best drama series Emmy and NBC’s “30 Rock” has claimed its third straight comedy series trophy. Glenn Close, Bryan Cranston win lead drama acting Emmys; ‘Amazing Race’ wins reality honorLOS ANGELES — Glenn Close’s performance as a ruthless trial attorney on “Damages” and Bryan Cranston’s turn as a meth-making teacher on “Breaking Bad” were honored Sunday with the top drama series acting Emmys, the second consecutive trophies for both. Glenn Close of ‘Damages’ wins second consecutive Emmy for lead dramatic actressLOS ANGELES — Glenn Close has won the Emmy Award for lead actress in a drama series. Michael Emerson, Cherry Jones, Alec Baldwin, Toni Collette win acting Emmys
The view from the Emmy Awards, inside and outside the Nokia TheatreLOS ANGELES — Here’s what one writer was seeing from his vantage point inside and outside the Nokia Theatre at the Emmy Awards. Horrorcore rapper charged with killing Va. pastor, likely to be charged in deaths of 3 othersRICHMOND, Va. — A California rapper whose lyrics spoke about the thrill of murder and mutilation has been charged with killing a Virginia pastor, whose body was found along with three others inside the home of his estranged wife, authorities said Sunday. Calif. man suspected in 4 killings in small Va. college town put violent rap songs on WebFARMVILLE, Va. — Richard Alden Samuel McCroskey III rapped about the thrill of murder in songs he posted on the Internet. Police believe the fantasy lyrics became a gruesome reality in a small Virginia college town. Miss Universe back home to celebrate win, says Venezuela aiming for third consecutive crownCARACAS, Venezuela — The newly crowned Miss Universe returned to her native Venezuela on Saturday to celebrate her historic selection, saying the nation would go for its third consecutive win at next year’s pageant. Poet and performer Leonard Cohen recovering after collpsing onstage in SpainMADRID — Leonard Cohen is recovering after collapsing onstage while on tour in eastern Spain, his music company said Saturday. Leonard Cohen recovers after collpsing onstage in SpainMADRID — Leonard Cohen is recovering after collapsing onstage while on tour in eastern Spain, his music company said Saturday. Miley Cyrus wants to rid ‘cookie-cutter’ image, says she says what she wants on new EPNew York — It’s only been a year since Miley Cyrus released her first official studio album, “Breakout.” But the 16-year-old says in that time she’s found her voice as an artist — and that’s reflected on her new EP. Nelly Furtado’s last CD was clubby, but she slows things down on Spanish-language ‘Mi Plan’NEW YORK — Nelly Furtado’s last record, the multiplatinum, dance-flavored “Loose” was mostly recorded at night. The CD showcased the party girl in Furtado, showcasing her vocals over Timbaland-produced beats designed for the clubs. Aerosmith guitarist says Steven Tyler has ‘got to get his act together’ after tour cancelationNEW YORK — Joe Perry is angry that Aerosmith has been sidelined due to Steven Tyler’s tour injury. Buddy Miller wins 4 awards from Americana Music Association; John Fogerty gets lifetime honorNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Buddy Miller won four awards and veteran John Fogerty received a special honor Thursday night at the eighth annual Americana Music Association Honors and Awards Show. Joe Perry says Steven Tyler has ‘got to get his act together’ after tour cancelationNEW YORK — Joe Perry is angry that Aerosmith has been sidelined due to Steven Tyler’s tour injury. Despite MTV flap, Kanye West tops nominees for the BET Hip-Hop Awards with 9 nodsATLANTA — Kanye West might still be under fire for his controversial act on MTV, but the ranting rapper could be looking at plenty of praise from BET next month. NY Philharmonic embarks on new era under maestro Alan Gilbert in daring opening night concertNEW YORK — With the crack of a whip and a blast of fresh air, a new era has begun for the nation’s oldest orchestra. Puerto Rican duo Calle 13 up for 5 awards at 10th annual Latin Grammy AwardsLOS ANGELES — Calle 13 leads the list of Latin Grammy nominated artists with five nods. Sondre Lerche tries to capitalize on attention from ‘Dan in Real Life’NEW YORK — Anyone who saw Steve Carell’s romantic comedy “Dan in Real Life” is familiar with Sondre Lerche’s music, whether they know it or not. Iconic ’90s indie rock band Pavement to reunite, tour in 2010NEW YORK — Pavement, one of the most influential indie rock bands of the ’90s, will reunite. Calle 13, Luis Enrique among nominees at 10th annual Latin Grammy AwardsLOS ANGELES — Calle 13 are among the artists up for album of the year at the Latin Grammys. Emmy Countdown: Justin Timberlake, Grammy winner, ‘SNL’ host, among presentersLOS ANGELES — The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards are days away, but Hollywood is already gearing up for Sunday’s awards. Here’s a look at what’s already going on around Tinseltown: The Worst Student We’ve Got: A decade past ‘Rushmore,’ Jason Schwartzman hits his strideNEW YORK — “Can I do a flashback?” asks Jason Schwartzman. Singing chicken farmer selected as ‘America’s Got Talent’ championLOS ANGELES — Kevin Skinner flew the coop with the grand prize on “America’s Got Talent.” Regina Spektor set to pen music for ‘Beauty,’ planned for BroadwayNEW YORK — Regina Spektor has set her sights on Broadway — writing the music for a show inspired by “Sleeping Beauty.” Reba McEntire adjusts to a new record label and a new album that’s has topped the chartsWASHINGTON — Reba McEntire is in a new and strangely familiar place. Spanish tenor Placido Domingo praises founder of Venezuela’s famed youth orchestrasCARACAS, Venezuela — Spanish tenor Placido Domingo thrilled several hundred Venezuelans on Tuesday by showcasing his soaring voice during a free concert and heaping praise on the founder of the South American country’s famed youth orchestras. Music Review: Ex-Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley’s new album is an ‘Anomaly’ 20 years in the makingAce Frehley “Anomaly” (Bronx Born) Was Obama’s opinion of West an off-mike moment that shouldn’t have been tweeted?NEW YORK — President Barack Obama’s candid thoughts about Kanye West are provoking a debate over standards of journalism in the Twitter age. Oprah Winfrey’s show making jaunt to Central Park and a visit with Mariah CareyNEW YORK — Oprah Winfrey plans to go to the park — Central Park, that is. Music Review: Living Colour’s 1st studio CD in 5 years offers plenty of genre-hoppingLiving Colour, “The Chair in the Doorway” (Megaforce) |