Listen to President Obama's Inauguration Playlist

By Mark Rozeman at 12:15 PM on January 18, 2013

In preparation for this weekend’s string of performances set to celebrate his inauguration, President Barack Obama’s office has released an “Official Inauguration Playlist.” And the collection is…diverse....  read more

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Outside Lands Announces 2012 Lineup

By Ross Bonaime at 12:15 PM on April 17, 2012

The lineup for Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival was announced this morning, marking the fifth outing for the San Francisco festival.  read more

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20 Happy Songs About Sunshine

By Hilary Saunders at 6:23 PM on March 11, 2012

With Daylight Savings Time now springing us ahead and granting an extra bit of sunlight each day, we compiled a list of 20 happy songs about sunshine.   read more

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10 Songs Inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.

By Kristen Blanton at 8:17 AM on January 16, 2012

First observed in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. Day wasn’t recognized by all 50 states until 2000. It isn’t just a day just about the man; it’s a day about the dream. Here are 10 songs that pay tribute to King, his ideals and his relentless persistence for change.  read more

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The 25 Best Motown Tracks

By Bonnie Stiernberg at 9:09 AM on January 12, 2012

It was 53 years ago today that Berry Gordy borrowed $800 from some relatives and founded Tamla Records, a small Detroit label that would eventually lead to Motown Records.  read more

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Paul McCartney to Release New Album of Covers

By Tyler Kane at 10:15 AM on December 19, 2011

Paul McCartney has announced he will release a new album on Feb. 7, 2012. The album will be released on Hear Music/ Concord Records and feature covers of standards that McCartney said inspired his own music. The album will also feature two new songs from McCartney.  read more

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10 Essential Keyboard Tracks to Celebrate National Piano Month

By Bonnie Stiernberg at 10:26 AM on September 15, 2011

September is National Piano Month. As you’re probably well aware, musicians have been tickling the ivories for centuries now, and popular music as we know it wouldn’t be the same without the instrument....  read more

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Stevie Wonder Collaborates with Drake on New Album

By Riley Ubben at 11:50 AM on August 1, 2011

Young Money rapper Drake recently revealed that Stevie Wonder will appear on his sophomore album, Take Care....  read more

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Stevie Wonder Auctions Personalized Piano For Charity

By China Reevers at 1:00 PM on March 22, 2011

Influential R&B and soul artist Stevie Wonder is again paving the way for future generations of music by donating a piano for auction....  read more

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American Idol Review: Top 13 Perform

By Sean Highkin at 9:05 AM on March 10, 2011

When was the last time Jennifer Lopez was relevant as an artist? You’d have to go back to “Jenny From the Block,” right? At the top of tonight’s episode of American Idol, Ryan Seacrest announced that J. Lo’s new single, “On the Floor,” was iTunes’ No. 1 seller, and it began to become clear why she took this judging gig.  read more

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