‘We lost a hero:’ Fans around the world in shock over Michael Jackson’s deathSYDNEY — The news stunned nearly everyone, from the young man in Colombia who was named after the King of Pop, to Malaysians who named a soy drink for him, to a generation of people around the world who have tried to moonwalk. Cellist Yo-Yo Ma says listening to Venezuelan youth orchestras a learning experienceCARACAS, Venezuela — Cello virtuoso Yo-Yo Ma led a workshop with Venezuela’s top young musicians on Thursday and said he came away feeling like a student himself. A buoyant ‘Twelfth Night’ floats through the summer night in Central ParkNEW YORK — Sometimes everything just comes together. Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 28-July 4Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 28-: Louisiana musicians tapped to work with composer George Clinton on score for new filmNEW ORLEANS — About a dozen Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra musicians are going from the stage to the silver screen. Former Wilco guitarist Jay Bennett’s death attributed to overdose of pain killer fentanylCHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Former Wilco guitarist Jay Bennett died of an overdose of a pain killer, a coroner said Tuesday, and authorities are viewing his death as accidental. Former Wilco guitarist Jay Bennett’s death attributed to overdose of pain killerURBANA, Ill. — Authorities say former Wilco guitarist Jay Bennett died of an overdose of a pain killer, and that they’re investigating his death as an accident. Music Review: Dinosaur Jr mellows in middle age on ‘Farm,’ 2nd new disc from original lineupDinosaur Jr., “Farm” (Jagjaguwar) Reno’s Artown festival offers something for everyone each day in July, most of it freeRENO, Nev. — With more than 300 free events throughout the month of July, organizers of Reno’s 14th annual Artown festival are promoting this year’s celebration as the perfect vacation destination for families on a budget. Music Review: Prog-rock wizards The Mars Volta show softer side but rocks hard on ‘Octahedron’The Mars Volta, “Octahedron” (Warner Bros.). American soprano, Ukrainian pianist win $50K first prizes in international music competitionLOS ANGELES — An American soprano singer and a Ukrainian pianist have won top honors at a competition that combines elements of “American Idol” and classical music. Bon Jovi, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Jason Mraz among those honored at Songwriters Hall of FameNEW YORK — Jon Bon Jovi considers writing classic songs as a way of being remembered throughout time. Judd keeps the critiques kind on ‘Can You Duet’ but speaks her mind on country music, CowellLOS ANGELES — Naomi Judd believes in candor when judging aspiring country stars on “Can You Duet.” But she’s not taking any cues from a certain sharp-tongued Brit on “American Idol.” Police arrest Warrant’s lead singer Jani Lane on suspicion of drunken drivingLOS ANGELES — Police say they have arrested the lead singer of Warrant on suspicion of drunken driving. Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 21-27Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 21-27: Sonny Rollins, Maria Schneider each win 3 awards at the Jazz AwardsNEW YORK — Jazz legend Sonny Rollins is still collecting trophies. Taylor Swift wins video of the year at Country Music Television awardsNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Taylor Swift opened the Country Music Television awards with a skit about living out her dreams. The 19-year-old country and pop sensation went a long way toward doing just that by winning video of the year and female video of the year for “Love Story” and by performing with one of her favorite rock bands. Taylor Swift wins CMT’s Video of the Year award for ‘Love Story’NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Taylor Swift won video of the year at the Country Music Television awards for “Love Story,” an elaborate production that features period costumes as it echoes the story of Romeo and Juliet. Sugarland, Zac Brown Band, Kid Rock early winners at Country Music Television video awardsNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Taylor Swift opened Tuesday’s Country Music Television awards with a skit about living out her dreams. The 19-year-old country and pop sensation went a long way toward doing just that by winning video of the year and female video of the year for “Love Story” and by performing with one of her favorite rock bands. Country’s Trace Adkins relishes 2 CMT nominations for video that almost didn’t get madeNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trace Adkins can gloat about his two nominations at the Country Music Television awards. First Lady hosts White House jazz workshop with young people and musical legendsWASHINGTON — The White House sounded more like the music wing of a high school than a seat of government Monday — and that’s just the way First Lady Michelle Obama likes it. Makana expresses aloha around the world with his Hawaiian slack key guitarKAHULUI, Hawaii — To the people of Hawaii and those familiar with the culture of the islands, the word “aloha” is not simply a greeting or a goodbye, but a word with a broader meaning of love or respect. ‘Imagine That’ director Karey Kirkpatrick produced and performs on the soundtrackLOS ANGELES — “Imagine That” director Karey Kirkpatrick had a little more input on the movie’s soundtrack than many directors might: He produced nine of the album’s 11 tracks and performs on another. Bonnaroo wraps after memorable performances from Springsteen, Phish, Al Green, WilcoMANCHESTER, Tenn. — They were chanting “Bruuuuuce” at Bonnaroo all weekend, as Bruce Springsteen performed a three-hour set with the E Street Band one night and joined Phish on stage another. Springsteen wows Bonnaroo with songs for ‘hard times,’ rocking Tennessee event with 3-hour setMANCHESTER, Tenn. — Bruce Springsteen astonished the Bonnaroo crowd with a passionate three-hour performance, offering sweat and rock ‘n’ roll to inspire, he said, in “hard times.” Hundreds of mourners in Chicago belt out the blues to honor legendary vocalist Koko TaylorCHICAGO — Hundreds of mourners honored Chicago blues icon Koko Taylor at her funeral Friday by singing her signature song “Wang Dang Doodle” and remembering why she was known as the “Queen of the Blues.” Bonnaroo Music Festival gives stage to African acts, who sing of love and warMANCHESTER, Tenn. — The Bonnaroo Music Festival is large enough that it contains mini-festivals within itself. On Friday, one of the more vibrant and colorful stages was an African invasion. Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 14-20Celebrity birthdays for the week of June 14-20: Appeal from convicted killer of Tejano music star Selena disallowed by state appeals courtHOUSTON — The convicted killer of Tejano music star Selena lost an appeal Wednesday in Texas’ highest criminal appeals court because it was filed in the wrong county. Country quartet Little Big Town forges ahead despite years of internal and external adversityNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Little Big Town’s career has had more stops and starts than a bus ride uptown. Industry group’s complaint says top-selling artist dissed by stations over royalties flapWASHINGTON — Which top-selling artist purportedly had his new single yanked from some radio stations playlists in retaliation for supporting royalties for musicians? Singer-songwriter Kenny Rankin dies in Los Angeles of lung cancer at age 69LOS ANGELES — Kenny Rankin, a brilliant pop vocalist and highly regarded musician-songwriter whose stylings ranged from jazz to pop to the world music influences he picked up as a child in New York, has died of complications related to lung cancer, his record company announced Monday. He was 69. Today in HistoryToday is Saturday, July 18, the 199th day of 2009. There are 166 days left in the year. ‘Billy Elliot’ dominates Tonys, taking 10 awards, including best musical; ‘Carnage’ best playNEW YORK — There was an outpouring of generosity from winners to losers at Broadway’s Tonys, dominated by “Billy Eliot,” which won 10 awards. ‘Billy Elliot’ takes the Tony for Broadway’s best musicalNEW YORK — “Billy Elliot” has won the Tony as Broadway’s best musical. |
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