Music
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McCreery finds his voice on post-'Idol' albumOct 20, 2013 6:00 am - NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Scotty McCreery rode his 2011 “American Idol” win to a platinum album and several new artist awards. With his second album, “See You Tonight,” McCree...
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A simple approach works for Elton John's latestOct 20, 2013 6:00 am - A step back in time proved to be a forward-looking move for Elton John. Upon the suggestion of producer T Bone Burnett, the 66-year-old singer reverted to a musical form...
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Beyoncé freefalls off building while in New ZealandOct 19, 2013 5:49 pm - Beyoncé sent herself off the side of a tall building in New Zealand, E! online reported Saturday. The 32-year-old superstar shared some photos on her Instagram account o...
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Titanic violin sells for over $1.6 millionOct 19, 2013 1:58 pm - LONDON — A violin believed to have played on the Titanic before the doomed vessel sank was auctioned for more than 1 million pounds ($1.6 million) Saturday, a fantastic ...
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Weekend picks: Laugh with Larry the Cable GuyOct 19, 2013 6:00 am - Workin' man Catch the proudly blue-collar comedian known as Larry the Cable Guy (actor Dan Whitney) when he performs two shows at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galen...
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This charming man? Morrissey book climbs chartsOct 19, 2013 6:00 am - LONDON — The new book by British singer Morrissey is a classic. It says so right on the cover. The memoir from the former frontman of The Smiths — titled simply “Autobio...
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Jazz pianist Jarrett goes classical with Bach CDOct 19, 2013 6:00 am - NEW YORK — Keith Jarrett declared he was done with classical music recordings after recovering from the chronic fatigue syndrome that sidelined him for nearly two years ...
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Sir Paul, Katy Perry trade songwriting tipsOct 18, 2013 10:50 am - LONDON — Even a star who has been performing for more than 50 years sometimes wants a do-over. Sir Paul McCartney sang his new song “New” at a taping of “The Graham Nort...
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Music notes: Bonnie Raitt plays RosemontOct 18, 2013 6:00 am - Heartland heroes The BoDeans, a roots-rock band that emerged from Wisconsin in the mid-1980s with the classic album “Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams,” is still going str...
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Haunted happenings: 13 frightfully fun Halloween ideasOct 18, 2013 6:00 am - You've picked out your pumpkin, decorated your yard and started stocking up on candy. Now, it's time to seek out some seasonal fun. Whether your idea of Halloween is a ...