Rock Blocks Sex Tape (E! Online)
February 23, 2006
E! Online - He may be the self-professed Pimp of the Nation, but Kid Rock wants
to keep his own sexploits private.
Ex-Manager Sues Killers
February 23, 2006
The Killers' former manager has filed like he means it.
Los Angeles-based music consultant Braden Merrick is suing the Las Vegas rockers for at least $16 milion, alleging breach of contract.
Rock Blocks Sex Tape
February 23, 2006
He may be the self-professed Pimp of the Nation, but Kid Rock's wants to keep his own sexploits private.
The trailer park rap-rocker scored a legal victory Tuesday when a federal judge temporarily blocked an online porn peddler from hocking a steamy sex video featuring Rock and former Creed crooner Scott Stapp receiving oral sex in a 45-minute lovefest with four female fans.
Rolling Stones Fans Clash With Police (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - Rowdy fans trying to enter a concert by the Rolling Stones without having tickets fought running battles with police Thursday and authorities said at least 20 people were injured.
Sensitivity trumps charisma for Nada Surf, Rogue Wave (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - It was sensitive indie rock night Wednesday at the Henry Fonda Music Box Theater as Nada Surf shared the bill with Rogue Wave. Both acts make the kind of melodic, yearning rock that is perfectly suited for the soundtrack of Fox's "The O.C."
Gospel Pianist Dies During Performance (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - Gospel music pianist Anthony Burger, who played for the popular Gaither Homecoming shows and earned Dove Award nominations for his albums of instrumental music, collapsed and died during a performance. He was 44.
Universal Motown revamps labels (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - Universal Motown Records Group is being reorganized as two discrete, nongenre-specific labels, Universal Motown Records and Universal Republic Records, with Sylvia Rhone and Monte Lipman serving as their respective presidents.
The Killers Sued by Ex-Manager (E! Online)
February 23, 2006
E! Online - The Killers' former manager has filed like he means it.
Paisley & Parton "Get" to No. 1 (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - After waiting patiently at No. 2 for two weeks, Brad Paisley and Dolly Parton capture the No. 1 spot on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart with "When I Get Where I'm Going" (Arista), replacing Carrie Underwood's "Jesus, Take the Wheel" (Arista) after a six-week reign.
Marsalis, Costello sign on for Playboy jazz fest (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - The lineup for the 2006 Playboy Jazz Festival will include Branford Marsalis, Jamie Cullum, Ozomatli, McCoy Tyner and Elvis Costello and the Imposters with Allen Toussaint.
Golden Smog in "Fine" form on new album (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - The first release in eight years from Golden Smog, the alternative supergroup featuring Wilco's Jeff Tweedy, Soul Asylum's Dan Murphy, Big Star's Jody Stephens and the Jayhawks' Gary Louris, will arrive in stores this summer.
Buffett schedules short summer tour (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - Despite dropping hints that he'd be taking the summer off, Jimmy Buffett has announced a handful of dates for a 2006 summer tour.
Rare Gaye TV performances heading to DVD (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - Marvin Gaye fans will soon get to see a collection of career-spanning TV performances by the R&B legend when the DVD "The Real Thing in Performance: 1964-1981" hits store shelves April 4.
My Morning Jacket, moe. lead Jammy noms (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - With three nominations each, My Morning Jacket, moe., Benevento/Russo Duo, John Medeski, Mike Gordon and the North Mississippi Allstars lead the field for the sixth Jammy Awards, which honor improvisational music across all genres.
No budging Beyonce from top of Hot 100 (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - Beyonce's "Check On It" featuring Slim Thug holds on tight to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100, registering a fifth straight week at the summit.
Jessi Colter Still Vital After 31 Years (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - Rocking out instead of easing into retirement, Jessi Colter sounds as vital now as she did 31 years ago when her hit "I'm Not Lisa" broke beyond the conservative boundaries of country music. Back then, she joined husband Waylon Jennings and friend Willie Nelson at the forefront of the outlaw movement.
New sensation Arctic Monkeys grab three NME awards (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - The Arctic Monkeys, who have ridden a wave of Internet hype to top the charts, stole the headlines at the NME music awards on Thursday with three prizes, including Best British Band.
Gospel Pianist Anthony Burger Dies (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - Gospel music pianist Anthony Burger, who played for the popular Gaither Homecoming shows and earned Dove Award nominations for his albums of instrumental music, collapsed and died during a performance. He was 44.
My Morning Jacket, Moe. Get Jammy Nods (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - Dweezil Zappa will participate in a special tribute to his late dad, Frank Zappa, while My Morning Jacket, Ryan Adams and the North Mississippi All-Stars will be among the acts vying for key awards at the sixth annual Jammy Awards.
Bono Praises Brazil's Anti-AIDS Campaign (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - Brazil's government has given a packet of condoms and anti-AIDS information to U2 rock star Bono, who praised the country's anti-AIDS campaign.
Ne-Yo Uses His Talent for Himself (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - Ne-Yo, "In My Own Words" (Def Jam)
Hype Surrounds the Arctic Monkeys (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - When you're a 20-year-old rock star whose album just became England's fastest-selling debut ever, the last thing you want to hear is that you're grounded.
Glitter Gets Trial Date
February 23, 2006
The countdown begins for Gary Glitter.
Judicial officials in Vietnam have set Mar. 2 as the date the faded glam rocker will stand trial on charges he committed obscene acts on two girls, ages 11 and 12, at his seaside residence in the southern resort town of Vung Tau.
Pesci Won't Be Charged for Alleged Punch (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - Oscar-winning actor Joe Pesci will not be charged for allegedly punching a fan who photographed him in a shopping center parking lot, officials said Wednesday.
Will Smith Enticed by Bollywood (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - Chicken tikka masala and Bollywood leading lady Aishwarya Rai top Will Smith's list of favorites in India.
Former Band Manager Sues the Killers (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - The former manager of the rock group The Killers has filed a federal lawsuit against the band members and their lawyer, seeking $16 million for what he calls breach of contract.
Swag Machine Is Big Hollywood Business (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - Karen Wood was just trying to keep the beautiful people happy.
Jerry Garcia Teas to Go on the Market (AP)
February 23, 2006AP - As leader of the band that helped give birth to psychedelic music, Jerry Garcia's name was often associated with fans of leafy herbal substances.
Barretto Family Moves to Help Musicians (AP)
February 23, 2006
AP - The family of Ray Barretto, the Grammy-winning Latin jazz percussionist who died last week at age 76, has started a foundation to help musicians without medical or life insurance.
Lil Jon re-ups with label TVT (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - In a surprising move, hip-hop superstar Lil Jon has re-signed with TVT, with whom he has been feuding in recent months.
Carnie Wilson preps solo album (Reuters)
February 23, 2006Reuters - Vocalist Carnie Wilson will release her solo debut, "A Motherâs Gift: Lullabies From the Heart," on May 2 via Big3 Records. The 12-track album was inspired by the 2005 birth of the former Wilson Phillips principal's first child, Lola Sofia.