Financier Henry R. Kravis gives NY Philharmonic $10M for composer-in-residence and new awardNEW YORK — The New York Philharmonic says it will receive a $10 million gift from philanthropist Henry R. Kravis to endow its composer-in-residence program and fund the creation of an award in the field of new music. 95 Percent Better: Dan Brown returns after 6 year waitNEW YORK — The mind of Dan Brown may be a cluster of codes, but in person he appears no more mysterious than your average tennis partner. He is that smiling, sandy-haired man with the dimpled chin you know from the jacket flap of “The Da Vinci Code,” the sporty looking fellow in blazer and slacks. Jay Leno’s prime-time show: Earlier, plusher, busier than his ‘Tonight Show,’ but no betterNEW YORK — No worries, no surprises. It’s the same comfortable Jay Leno. Typical Jay Leno, just on a plusher scale. Pleasant. Affable. Even funny. Kanye West tells Jay Leno he needs some time off after his ‘rude’ comment about Taylor SwiftLOS ANGELES — Kanye West used Jay Leno’s prime-time debut Monday to offer another apology for ruining Taylor Swift’s night at the MTV Video Music Awards and to say he’s going to take some time off for reflection. ‘America’s Got Talent’ finalists vying for $1 million prize wow judgesLOS ANGELES — The “America’s Got Talent” finalists did it their way — and the judges loved it. NBC: Kanye West set to rap and talk on ‘Jay Leno’ debut; Taylor Swift is likely topicLOS ANGELES — Kanye West is getting his Hugh Grant moment on Jay Leno’s new show. Gospel star Vickie Winans is ‘getting over’ with a new CD, record label and boutiqueLATHRUP VILLAGE, Mich. — If James Brown was the hardest-working man in show business, Vickie Winans should at least merit some consideration for the title of hardest-working woman. NBC: Kanye West set to sing and talk on ‘Jay Leno’ debut; Taylor Swift is likely topicLOS ANGELES — Kanye West is getting his Hugh Grant moment on Jay Leno’s new show. In wake of Kanye insult, country music star Taylor Swift to perform on ‘The View’ for 1st timeNEW YORK — ABC says country music singer Taylor Swift is going to make her first appearance on “The View.” Whitney Houston tells Oprah Winfrey that Bobby Brown spit on her, was emotionally abusiveCHICAGO — Whitney Houston took drugs, including cocaine and marijuana, with ex-husband Bobby Brown, who was emotionally abusive during their marriage and at one point spit on her, the singer said during an interview that aired Monday on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” 10 acts vie for a $1 million prize and the ‘America’s Got Talent’ titleLOS ANGELES — A 75-year-old comedian, five tap-dancing sisters, a contorting breakdancer and a drum quartet will face off against six vocal acts during the final competition on “America’s Got Talent.” VMA chaos, as usual: Kanye decries Swift win, Jackson honored, ‘Twilight’ stars make a cameoNEW YORK — Taylor Swift was relishing her unlikely win of best female video at the MTV Video Music Awards. The 19-year-old knew that the network doesn’t exactly make a habit out of giving their moonman trophies to country music stars. West apologizes for outburst during Swift’s VMA speech; country star calls night ‘interesting’NEW YORK — Kanye West apologized for yet another outburst at the MTV Video Music Awards, this time directed at country-pop sweetheart Taylor Swift. The disruption upstaged not just Swift’s awards speech, but the entire evening, including an emotional tribute to Michael Jackson. West booed for outburst after Swift’s MTV win, but Beyonce saves the day with Taylor tributeNEW YORK — The MTV Video Music Awards kicked off Sunday with a poignant, tender tribute to fallen icon Michael Jackson, but soon got back into raucous character thanks to Kanye West, who delivered yet another awards show outburst at the expense of country and pop sweetheart Taylor Swift. List of video music award winnersA partial list of winners of the MTV Video Music Awards. West booed for outburst after Swift’s MTV win; Madonna, Janet Jackson pay tribute to MichaelNEW YORK — The MTV Video Music Awards kicked off Sunday with a poignant, tender tribute to fallen icon Michael Jackson, but soon got back into raucous character thanks to Kanye West, who delivered yet another awards show outburst at the expense of country and pop sweetheart Taylor Swift. Partial list of video music award winnersA partial list of winners of the MTV Video Music Awards. Madonna, Janet Jackson pay tribute to Michael Jackson at Video Music AwardsNEW YORK — Michael Jackson, who was not only one of the most influential forces in MTV’s history but also provided its Video Music Awards with some of its most irreverent moments, got reverential treatment Sunday as Madonna and his sister Janet provided emotional tributes — one through words, one through song. James Bagwell appointed music director of Collegiate Chorale, succeeding Robert BassNEW YORK — Conductor James Bagwell has been appointed music director of New York City’s renowned Collegiate Chorale, succeeding the late Robert Bass. Madonna to speak before MTV Jackson tribute; Beyonce, Lady Gaga vie for VMA awardsNEW YORK — The MTV Video Music Awards are known for kicking off with the kind of zaniness that has come to define the show, from a dazed Britney Spears to a disgraced Pee-wee Herman. Beyonce, Lady Gaga vie for top honors at MTV Video Music Awards; Jackson tribute plannedNEW YORK — The MTV Video Music Awards are known for kicking off with the kind of zaniness that has come to define the show, from a dazed Britney Spears to a disgraced Pee Wee Herman. Canadian producer Pierre Cossette, father of the Grammy Awards, dies at 85TORONTO — Pierre Cossette, who founded the modern Grammy Awards and produced the globally televised music awards ceremony for 35 years, died of congestive heart failure at a Montreal hospital. He was 85. Jay-Z rocks NYC for 9/11 benefit concert, brings out Beyonce, Rihanna, Kanye WestNEW YORK — Since the collapse of the World Trade Center on 9/11, many people have helped rebuild New York City in different ways. Rapper Jay-Z did it his own way: headlining a star-studded concert at Madison Square Garden. Alan Gilbert returns home as new New York Philharmonic music directorNEW YORK — As a youngster, Alan Gilbert had a unique view of the New York Philharmonic. His parents were violinists in the orchestra, and he and his sister would accompany them on international tours. Surviving Nirvana members dismayed by Kurt Cobain character in ‘Guitar Hero 5′LOS ANGELES — Kurt Cobain’s appearance in the latest “Guitar Hero” video game is not hitting the right notes with the surviving members of Nirvana. MTV Music Video Awards to feature Michael Jackson tribute alongside partyingNEW YORK — Before MTV settles into its annual teenybopper party known as the Video Music Awards, the ceremony will have a tender moment. CMA accidentally drops duet by Keith Urban, Brad Paisley from award nomination listNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country Music Association officials say a duet between Brad Paisley and Keith Urban was accidentally left off their list of award nominees. Natalie Cole returns to the stage for the first time since kidney transplant surgeryLOS ANGELES — Natalie Cole has returned to the concert stage for first time since a successful kidney transplant. Trailer for Michael Jackson film ‘This Is It’ to debut at MTV’s Video Music AwardsNEW YORK — MTV says a trailer for a Michael Jackson film built around rehearsal footage left behind after the King of Pop’s death will debut at Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards. Thriller gone bad? Fans grumble about B-list lineup for Michael Jackson tribute in ViennaVIENNA — It was supposed to be a thriller. Now it just looks bad. Taylor Swift to re-release ‘Fearless’ next month with bonus material, including 6 new songsNEW YORK — Taylor Swift is giving fans some new music, even though she’s not yet releasing a new album. Fans divided about Ellen DeGeneres as replacement for ‘American Idol’ judge Paula AbdulLOS ANGELES — Ellen DeGeneres wants to represent the people on “American Idol,” but the people are split about the talk show host’s role as the Fox singing competition’s fourth judge. Taylor Swift, Darius Rucker bring diversity, stiff competition to CMA AwardsNASHVILLE, Tenn. — While Brad Paisley snagged a leading six Country Music Association Awards on Wednesday, country’s breakout stars like Taylor Swift and Darius Rucker could prove to be tough competition. Beatlemania returns with rollout of Fab 4’s remastered CDs, video game, luring new generationLONDON — Beatlemania is back with the rollout Wednesday of the Fab Four’s remastered CDs and first-ever video game, reaching out to a whole new generation decades after their parents — and even grandparents — first succumbed. Source: Chris Brown will not perform at Michael Jackson tribute concert in AustriaLOS ANGELES — Chris Brown won’t perform at a Michael Jackson tribute concert in Austria, contrary to statements by promoters, a person close to the situation said Wednesday. A publicist for Mary J. Blige, also touted for the show, said she won’t be there either. |
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