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Rob Zombie all fired up in New York (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

Rob Zombie performs in Miami, March 18, 2006. Shaking off the rust from last year's Ozzfest, Zombie made a triumphant return to form Tuesday with the first of two sold-out shows at the Nokia Theater in New York. (Carlos Barria/Reuters)Reuters - Shaking off the rust from last year's Ozzfest, Rob Zombie made a triumphant return to form Tuesday with the first of two sold-out shows at the Nokia Theater in New York. For some time it seemed as if Zombie had forsaken music for movies, but the ghoulish singer delivered a powerful set of metallic grime.


Replacements reunite for new songs (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

Reuters - The surviving members of legendary post-punk band the Replacements have reunited to record their first new songs in 16 years.

Prince scores first No. 1 debut on albums chart (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

Musician Prince performs during the 36th NAACP Image Awards at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles in this March 19, 2005 file photo. On March 29, 2006, Prince scored the first No. 1 debut of his career with '3121.' (Lee Celano/Reuters)Reuters - Prince worked some numerological magic on the U.S. pop album charts Wednesday, as he scored the first No. 1 debut of his career with "3121."


Prince's Chart Coronation (E! Online)

March 29, 2006

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, who launched his career nearly three decades ago, scored his first ever number-one debut, as 3121 rolled up sales of 183,000 copies for the week ended Sunday, according to Nielsen SoundScan.E! Online - The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, who launched his career nearly three decades ago, scored his first ever number-one debut, as 3121 rolled up sales of 183,000 copies for the week ended Sunday, according to Nielsen SoundScan.


Abdul Signs New 'American Idol' Contract (AP)

March 29, 2006

'American Idol' judge Paula Abdul is seen in San Francisco, in this Sept. 28, 2005, file photo. Abdul has decided she can continue to put up with Simon Cowell on 'American Idol.' Abdul, who shares judging duties on Fox's hit talent show with Cowell and Randy Jackson, has signed a deal to remain for another three years, the network announced Wednesday, March 29, 2006. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma, File)AP - Paula Abdul has decided she can continue to put up with Simon Cowell on "American Idol." Abdul, who shares judging duties on Fox's hit talent show with Cowell and Randy Jackson, has signed a deal to remain for another three years, the network announced Wednesday.


Notorious B.I.G.'s Family to Get $1.1M (AP)

March 29, 2006

AP - The City Council on Wednesday approved a $1.1 million payment to the family of slain rapper Notorious B.I.G. that resulted from sanctions imposed by a federal judge who found police erred in the musician's murder case.

Simon Says "Surprise" (E! Online)

March 29, 2006

The legendary folk-rocker has announced his first album of new material in nearly six years, Surprise, will hit stores May 9 from Warner Bros. Records.E! Online - The legendary folk-rocker has announced his first album of new material in nearly six years, Surprise, will hit stores May 9 from Warner Bros. Records.


Flaming Lips Go Political on New Album (AP)

March 29, 2006

The Flaming Lips' Wayne Coyne is photographed in Austin, Texas, during the South by Southwest music festival on Saturday, March 18, 2006. The group's new protest album, 'At War with the Mystics,' has President Bush, Britney Spears and Gwen Stefani in its crosshairs. (AP Photo/Jack Plunkett)AP - It's safe to say that the Flaming Lips are a world unto their own.


Mellencamp Performing Final Four Concert (AP)

March 29, 2006

John Mellencamp performs at the 20th anniversary Farm Aid concert at the Tweeter Center in Tinley Park, Ill.in this , Sunday, Sept. 18, 2005 file photo. Mellencamp will perform a free concert Sunday as part of the NCAA's Final Four in downtown Indianapolis, with organizers and city officials predicting that up to 100,000 people will attend. (AP Photo/Brian Kersey, File)AP - Growing up near Indiana University, John Mellencamp couldn't help but become a big college basketball fan. So big, in fact, that as part of the NCAA's Final Four weekend here he's headlining a free outdoor concert Sunday — one expected to draw up to 100,000 people.


Apple Sets New Volume Controls for iPods (AP)

March 29, 2006

Apple Computer Inc. customers listen to the new Apple iPod Nano at the Apple Computer Store in a Palo Alto, Calif. file photo from Sept. 9, 2005. Owners of recent iPods will now be able to set how loud their digital music players can go. Apple Computer Inc., facing complaints and a lawsuit claiming the popular player can cause hearing loss, makes the setting available as part of a new software update. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma, File)AP - In a world where hearing problems are real, concerns are mounting and lawyers are looking to make gadget providers liable, Apple Computer Inc. — the maker of the predominant iPod music player — has created new volume controls.


Slain rapper's family gets $1.1 million from L.A (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

Voletta Wallace and other family members of Notorious B.I.G. arrive at the Hip Hop Honors awards show in New York in this September 22, 2005 file photo. On March 29, 2006, the Los Angeles City Council approved a $1.1 million payment to the rapper's family because of errors in a civil wrongful death trial over accusations that he was murdered by rogue police officers. (Chip East/Reuters)Reuters - The Los Angeles City Council on Wednesday approved a $1.1 million payment to the family of slain rapper Notorious B.I.G because of errors in a civil wrongful death trial over accusations that he was murdered by rogue police officers.


'Idol's' Studdard Plans Youth Program (AP)

March 29, 2006

'American Idol' winner Ruben Studdard signs autographs after appearing before the Alabama Legislature's Joint Prison Committee meeting Wednesday March 29, 2006 at the State House in Montgomery, Ala. Studdard is launching a Birmingham based after-school program, called 'The Music Alternative Project,' aimed at keeping teenagers and young adults off the streets and away from gangs while learning the different aspects of music production, including songwriting, marketing, accounting and mixing. (AP Photo/Rob Carr)AP - "American Idol" winner Ruben Studdard has a plan to get teenagers off the streets and into the music industry, even if they can't follow his steps into stardom.


Q&A With T.I., Star of 'ATL' (AP)

March 29, 2006

Rapper T.I. is photographed at MTV studios in New York on March 24, 2006. The self-proclaimed 'King of the South' has his film debut in 'ATL,' in which he plays a teen in an impoverished section of Atlanta who faces multiple challenges _ chief among them trying to keep his younger brother from falling prey to the lure of drug dealing. (AP Photo/Jim Cooper)AP - In the new movie "ATL," T.I. plays a teen in an impoverished section of Atlanta who faces multiple challenges — chief among them trying to keep his younger brother from falling prey to the lure of drug dealing.


Britney's Lawsuit-a-palooza (E! Online)

March 29, 2006

Britney Spears hasn't released a new song for a couple of months, but that's not keeping the pop tart from being in heavy rotation--at least among the legal set.E! Online - Britney Spears hasn't released a new song for a couple of months, but that's not keeping the pop tart from being in heavy rotation--at least among the legal set.


Simon Says "Surprise"

March 29, 2006

Paul Simon has a surprise for his fans.

The legendary folk rocker has announced his first album of new material in nearly six years, "Surprise," will hit stores via Warner Bros. Records on May 9. The collection, Simon's first solo foray since 2000's "You're the One," finds the 64-year-old singer-songwriter teaming up with avante garde composer and electronic mastermind Brian Eno.

Prince's Chart Coronation

March 29, 2006

Prince is purple reigning on the charts.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, who launched his career nearly three decades ago, scored his first ever number one debut as "3121" rolled up sales of 183,000 copies for the week ended Sunday, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Here's a list of the top-selling albums:

1. "3121," Prince
2. "High School Musical" soundtrack, various
3. "Back to Bedlam," James Blunt
4. "The Greatest Songs of the Fifties," Barry Manilow
5. "In My Own Words," Ne-Yo

Britney Legal-palooza

March 29, 2006

Britney Spears hasn't released a new song for a couple of months, but that's not keeping the pop tart from being in heavy rotation--at least among the legal set.

The songwriters behind Spears' 2005 opus "Do Somethin'" have filed suit against a South Korean pop composer, alleging he ripped them off.

Meanwhile, three former bodyguards have sued Spears-affiliated companies for a litany of labor-law violations.

Spears isn't directly named in either legal action and had no comment on the lawsuits Wednesday.

Review: 'ATL' (AP)

March 29, 2006

AP - "ATL" is a classic example of a music video director making the leap to feature films and emphasizing style over substance.

Richie Sambora's Bad Break (E! Online)

March 29, 2006

Seems Richie Sambora can't catch a break these days. Oh, wait...E! Online - Seems Richie Sambora can't catch a break these days. Oh, wait...


Spector Slapped with Harassment Suit (E! Online)

March 29, 2006

The hits keep coming for Phil Spector--much to his chagrin.E! Online - The hits keep coming for Phil Spector--much to his chagrin.


Kevin Federline to Release Album in August (AP)

March 29, 2006

Kevin Federline arrives for a movie premiere July 10, 2005, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. Federline, aka Britney Spears' husband, is the proud father of another baby -- his debut hip-hop album, 'Playing With Fire.' 'The inspiration and meaning behind the title 'Playing With Fire' is self-explanatory,' the aspiring rapper, known to some as K-Fed, said in a statement Tuesday, March 28, 2006.The expected release date is August, said a spokeswoman.(AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)AP - Kevin Federline, aka Britney Spears' husband, is the proud father of another baby — his debut hip-hop album, "Playing With Fire."


Apple Corps Takes on Apple Computers (AP)

March 29, 2006

The Beatles perform in this undated file photo. The record label they formed in the '60s, Apple Corps Ltd., claims Apple Computer Inc. violated an agreement by getting into the music business with the hugely successful iPod player. A lawsuit filed by Apple Corps will be heard by a London judge beginning Wednesday. (AP Photo, File)AP - As a disco beat filled a staid British courtroom on Wednesday, the Beatles' record company asked a judge to force Apple Computers Inc. to remove the logo from the popular iTunes Music Store.


Spears' Songwriters Accuse Composer (AP)

March 29, 2006

Britney Spears arrives for a post-Grammy party at a private residence Feb. 8, 2006, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Spears' songwriters have accused a South Korean pop composer of plagiarism and are seeking damages, a music publisher said Wednesday, March 29, 2006. Universal Music Publishing Korea, the company that handles South Korean copyrights for Spears' music, said her songwriters had complained that 'Get ya,' performed by Lee Hyo-lee, sounded similar to a song they wrote for the 24-year-old pop singer titled, 'Do Something.' (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok, file)AP - Britney Spears' songwriters have accused a South Korean pop composer of plagiarism and are seeking damages, a music publisher said Wednesday.


Spector's Sex Suit

March 29, 2006

The hits keep coming for Phil Spector--much to his chagrin.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame music producer, and current murder defendant, is now being sued for $5 million by his former personal assistant for sexual harassment and breach of contract.

In a complaint filed last week in Los Angeles Superior Court, Michelle Blaine claims her ex-boss harassed her, appeared naked in front of her and once asked her to find him a prostitute. She also claims than on another occasion he asked her to join him and a prostitute in a hotel room.

Spector is due to go on trial in September for the 2003 shooting death of actress Lana Clarkson. He has denied all charges.

Sambora's Bad Break

March 29, 2006

Seems Richie Sambora can't catch a break these days. Oh, wait...

Just weeks after Heather Locklear filed for divorce citing irreconcilable differences, the Bon Jovi guitarist is nursing a broken arm suffered during a nasty spill in his Los Angeles home.

Sambora, 46, is expected to be cleared to play the band's tour of Japan next month.

John Mellencamp eyeing Universal deal: report (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

John Mellencamp performs during the 20th anniversary 'Farm Aid' concert in Tinley Park, Illinois, September 18, 2005. Veteran singer/songwriter Mellencamp is eyeing a new recording deal with Universal Records, having spent the last eight years at Columbia. (John Gress/Reuters)Reuters - Veteran singer/songwriter John Mellencamp is eyeing a new recording deal with Universal Records, having spent the last eight years at Columbia.


The Beatles and Apple face off in court (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

People shop inside an Apple store in central London March 29, 2006. The Beatles and Apple Computer Inc faced off in court on Wednesday in a trademark dispute triggered by Apple's move into the music business through its iTunes download service. (Dylan Martinez/Reuters)Reuters - The Beatles and Apple Computer Inc faced off in court on Wednesday in a trademark dispute triggered by Apple's move into the music business through its iTunes download service.


Beatles' Apple Takes on Apple Computer (AP)

March 29, 2006

A record with an Apple Corps logo is seen placed on the top of an Apple computer with its logo, top left, in London Wednesday, March 29, 2006. The on-off trademark battle between Apple Computers and the Beatles record company Apple Corps re-emerges in the High Court in London Wednesday. The dispute centres on the US computer company's iTunes online music store which enables users of its revolutionary iPod to download and save thousands of pre-recorded songs via the internet. (AP Photo/Sang Tan)AP - Two legendary companies in the music industry faced off in court Wednesday in a trademark battle over a piece of fruit.


Singer Tom Jones Is Knighted (AP)

March 29, 2006

British singing legend Tom Jones displays the knighthood he received from Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, outside Buckingham Palace in central London, Wednesday March 29, 2006. (AP Photo/Andrew Parsons, Pool)AP - Welsh singer Tom Jones is getting used to meeting Queen Elizabeth II — but Wednesday was something special as she dubbed him, "Sir Tom."


Canada a big hit for American Idol Underground (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

Guests mingle at an 'American Idol' party at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles in this March 9, 2006 file photo. Fluid Audio Networks of Los Angeles looked to Canadian investors to help launch American Idol Underground, a Web site where wannabe artists can get their music heard without the lineups and public put downs. (Mario Anzuoni/Reuters)Reuters - Fluid Audio Networks Chief Executive Justin Beckett had no trouble convincing "American Idol" to take Fox television's smash hit online, but when he tried to raise capital to expand his company he got rebuffed as firmly as most of the show's contestants.


Zanzibar Music Festival Draws Record Crowd (AP)

March 29, 2006

AP - Singing of sex and domestic violence, Bi Kidude pounded her drum and shouted ancient Swahili lyrics, delivering a nonstop 40 minutes of African tradition with a hip-hop flavor.

Jessica Simpson Said Wants to Adopt Kids (AP)

March 29, 2006

Jessica Simpson gestures during an interview with the media at the World Shoe Association Show in Las Vegas on Friday, Feb. 10, 2006. The 25-year-old singer filed for divorce from Nick Lachey last December but her publicist says Simpson is looking at adoption. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)AP - Jessica Simpson has babies on the brain.


Destiny's Child Gets Hollywood Walk Star (AP)

March 29, 2006

Members of Destiny's Child, Beyonce Knowles, right, Kelly Rowland, second from left, and Michelle Williams hold plaques after receiving their star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Tuesday, March 28, 2006, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ric Francis)AP - The women of Destiny's Child were back together for a brief moment Tuesday to accept a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.


Paul Simon ready to "Surprise" with Eno (Reuters)

March 29, 2006

Paul Simon performs at 'Three Score', the Berklee College of Music's 60th anniversary concert, in Boston, Massachusetts January 28, 2006. After several years of work, Simon is finally ready to release share his long-awaited collaboration with U2 producer Brian Eno. (Rick Friedman/Reuters)Reuters - After several years of work, Paul Simon is finally ready to share his long-awaited collaboration with U2 producer Brian Eno.